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1. das TT Replacement Parts and AccessorieS iii 81 SPECHICAHOMNS nata EE TP 83 General Specifications for Datalogger Units 85 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR with User Downloadable Datalogger 85 Appendix A PID Correction Factor CF Library i 86 LV List of Tables Table Title Page 1 Gases MONO e DLL e cena see ad aa de ana alee 1 2 international Symbols aie eh cad 5 di GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Detector iiiii 7 4 Display Elements cosa lai 8 di PUSADUTMONAS gliele ari 9 6 Aniston ioni 36 T Computed Gas EXPOSUrE Saunier a le 39 8 as Alarm SEDO eara r a r en ee eee eee 40 9 OSHA Sample Factory Alarm SetpointS nennen 41 10 Applying Gas to th Sensors A ia 45 11 SINGIS Gas Calibration Caparo lara 46 12 Time Required O SPAN surcos lie 51 13 Installing the Pump Modulo cia A EO Dax a Fo dedutks uve ge e cudv ur ve cene cv i Ren 60 14 Attaching the Sample Probe ds 61 15 Removing the MMC SD Cardarelli 63 16 Datalog Spreadsheet Example i 68 17 Datalog Status COdeSmepaci iii ie cio lleida 69 18 Datalog Gas and Correction Factor Sensor Codes i 70 19 Replacing the Batteries ea yaad sonar 72 20 IR Battery Pack and Warning Label eese esee eene nennen nnns 73 21 Replacing
2. soso Ema sss e o o a ws o o e sio ros mans w ss o o o a oojo o gt sio Foek 68 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR View Datalog Files in Soreadsheets Table 17 Datalog Status Codes omai operation Se Backightison Pt lowaam v STEL and high alarm dual alarms 1 Alarm setpoint ow aam M High alarm w TWA and STEL alarm dual alarms 2 Alarm setpoint 2 high alarm T TWAdam TWA STEL and ow ripe alarms 3 Alarm setpoint 3 TWA alarm __ LU TWA and low alarm dual alarms y TWA STEL and high tiple alarms 4 Alarm setpoint 4 STEL alarm _ V TWA and high alarm dual alarms O Overoad sensoris overranged D Calibration due date days s steam G Calibrating E Elapsed lat calibration days w STEL ana low alarm dual alarms F Failure sensor fature Z Aulozeroing Fresh airdetay t Timeset testing P Plugged blocked pump alam F Falure pump fiele OOOOSOSSSSSSSS Tratos ok Ta towbateryalam o Confidence beep is active Alarm Status Codes i iowaam gt Tm mutigasatam TS automatic shutdown PH Honam e Calibration F Fallurelselttestia T TWAsam a Otiqut manual shutdown R RTCG realtime clock faro _ Note TWA readings greater than 99 are recorded as OL 69 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Table 18 Datalog Gas and Correction Factor Sensor Codes Gas Sensor Codes Cor
3. EW Micros 105 000001 0A D F TF The date and time displays Tuesday Oct 12 2004 11 38pm re Datalogging Unit Optional 4 If the detector is a datalogging unit it determines if a MultiMediaCard MMC or Secure Digital SD card is inserted the detector can communicate with the card the detector supports the size of the card and the card requires formatting GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Activating the Detector Note If there is a problem with the MMC SD card Datalogger disabled displays The detector then automatically continues with the self test If the card requires formatting the following screen displays as the card is automatically formatted Formatting HHC SD x 13 5 The detector then runs a self test to verify the sensors and power supply Running self test 11 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Self test Successful If successful the following screen 7 The TWA STEL low and high alarm setpoints displays then display in the following order Self test TWA AWW wal STEL ALARMAS Sz 2 0 _10 0 35 mma S z all 15 0 30 ema e successful Self test Unsuccessful If a sensor fails the self test a warning displays indicating which sensor s has failed Low owEWEXU High END Sz all Siz 3H 10 0 3 RIT wm a Self test failed LEL 15 0 RIT 2323 Ea 1 19 5 10 RT rt a n 6 If correction factors are set in the use
4. GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Oo CO H S PH3 SO3 Cl2 NH3 NOs n ON MO ODO VOC CO and Combustibles 1 2 3 4 and 5 Gas Detectors User Manual 5 Technologies by Honeywell Limited Warranty 8 Limitation of Liability BW Technologies 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 compl
5. GasAlertMicro 5 PID and GasAlertMicro 5 IR detectors Note A 64MB Transcend SD card is supplied with the detector A Caution To ensure the Intrinsic Safety rating of the detector use only the 64 MB Transcend SD card or the 32 MB Infineon MMC To purchase additional MMC or SD cards refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Inserting the MMC SD Card To insert the MMC SD card into the detector refer to Table 15 Figure 7 and the following procedures Table 15 Removing the MMC SD Card fem Description _ Back of detector Figure 8 Installing and Removing the MMC SD Card 1 2 Deactivate the detector Release the latch and remove the battery pack If required refer to Figure 9 Insert the MMC SD card pins face down Replace the battery pack and secure the latch 63 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual MMC SD Card Troubleshooting The MMC SD card is not required for operation in detectors equipped with datalogging However the following two screens display if the card is not inserted during start up MMC SD Datalogger card disabled missing E DI 8 n A new MMC SD card is automatically formatted when it is inserted in the detector When the detector is activated it begins the self test and then displays the following screen Formatting Mc so 3 a ni Restoring Datalog Files If the MMC SD card has been accidentally reformatted or erased by the computer app
6. If a sensor is enabled but it is not installed in the detector FAIL flashes above the gas bar of the missing sensor Disabled Enabled not installed Sz LI Zia 0 1 y o A 20 9 0 9 FAIL en E FEA C n 2 n If all the sensors are disabled the following screens display Exit nat al least allowed one Sensor unless is enabled e D s Enable one or more sensors to exit and access normal operation 23 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Span Gas Value The Span gas option increases or decreases the gas concentration level for calibration it must match the value on the gas cylinder After selecting the sensor press v to scroll to Span gas and press within 20 seconds to confirm Depending upon the sensor selected a screen similar to A or B displays Press 4 or v to scroll to the desired value and press within 5 seconds to confirm If C is not pressed within 5 seconds to confirm the new value the detector retains the previous value and returns to the user options menu Note BW recommends that span concentration values be set between specific ranges Refer to the Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints 24 k Sens on Span gas STEL period n A FIO span gas 100ppm n B LEL span gas 30xlel STEL Period The short term exposure limit STEL period option is available for every toxic sensor After selecting the desired sensor pre
7. sampling Refer to Fast Pump in the user options menu 4 Insert the sample probe tubing into the confined space Depending upon the length of the tubing and the type of gas in the confined space allow a minimum of 3 seconds per ft of hose to ensure the readings stabilize before entering the area Example 50 ft 2 5 minutes Datalogger Detectors that are equipped with the datalogger option record information that can be compiled to create a report Datalog Datalog information is recorded based on the sampling rate that is set in the Logger option The detector can be set to record a datalog sample once every 1 to 127 seconds To set the sample rate refer to Logger Option in the user options menu 62 The following information is recorded in a datalog Date and time Serial number of the detector Type of gas the detector monitors Gas reading s that display STEL and TWA readings Sensor status Detector status Passcode protect enabled disabled STEL period setting Confidence beep enabled disabled Automatic backlight enabled disabled Stealth mode is enabled disabled Latching alarm enabled disabled Calibration past due user option enabled disabled Language the detector is set to display GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR MMC and SD Card Compatibility MMC and SD Card Compatibility The 32 MB Infineon MultiMediaCard MMC and the 64 MB Transcend Secure Digital SD card are both compatible with the GasAlertMicro 5
8. 100 ppm 1 ppm increments NO 0 99 9 ppm 0 1 ppm increments HCN 0 30 0 ppm 0 1 ppm increments GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Specifications CIO 0 1 00 ppm 0 01 ppm increments Os 0 1 00 ppm 0 01 ppm increments VOC 0 1000 ppm 1 0 ppm increments CO IR 0 50 000 ppm 150 ppm increments or 0 5 096 v v CO Sensor type H2S CO Twin plug in electrochemical cell Combustibles Plug in catalytic bead VOC Photoionization detector PID CO IR detector Other gases Single plug in electrochemical cell O measuring principle Capillary controlled concentration sensor Alarm conditions TWA alarm STEL alarm low alarm high alarm multi gas alarm over range alarm sensor alarm pump alarm MMC SD card fail alarm low battery alarm confidence beep automatic shutdown alarm 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 whenever there is insufficient light to view the LCD if enabled and during alarm conditions Self test Initiated upon activation Calibration Automatic zero and automatic span Oxygen sensor Automatic span upon activation selectable User field options Confidence beep latching low and high alarms pass code protection enable disable safe display mode enable disable fast pump combustible sensor measurement sensor disable TWA
9. 4 When auto zero is complete and if the passcode protect option is enabled the following screen displays Enter passcode 1000 a The passcode must be entered to proceed If required refer to Passcode Protect in User Options menu 4a Press a or to scroll to the correct passcode and then press within 5 seconds to confirm If entered correctly the detector beeps twice and proceeds to the auto span Incorrect Passcode If the passcode is incorrect or is not confirmed within 5 seconds by pressing the following screens display Passcode Saving incorrect calibration a 1 n The detector saves the calibration and returns to normal operation Auto Span 5 When auto zero CO zero if applicable and the correct passcode is entered if required the following screens display GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints GasAlertMicro 5 and PID Apply span OF press a OF press Y gas now to to select to skip calibrate sensor s calibration I DI DI e n GasAlertMicro 5 IR Hpplu span gaz now to calibrate E n To select a sensor refer to step 5b Select Sensor Note Span sensors in the following order e Exotics NHs CIO Os Cl and CO e Single gas e Quad gas H2S CO LEL and Oz e PID 49 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Apply Span Gas Now Note A generator must be used for Oz and CIO
10. Due Lock If the calibration user lockout Due lock option is enabled and a sensor is overdue for calibration upon start up the passcode must be entered to access normal operation If the correct passcode is not entered the detector deactivates The detector is shipped with the due lock option disabled Latched Alarms If enabled the latched alarms Latch option causes the low and high gas alarms audible visual and vibrator to persist until they are acknowledged Press to acknowledge the alarm After the alarm is acknowledged it reactivates every 30 seconds until the gas concentration is below the setpoint The detector is shipped with the latch option disabled Confibeep O KDue lock E Latch O a n Enter passcode 1000 Ei Due lock O kLatch E Passcode Ol E D Passcode Protect The passcode option prevents unauthorized access to the user options menu the calibration function and to adjusting the alarm setpoints Note The passcode is provided separately If passcode protect is enabled and the Enter passcode 1000 screen displays press 4 or to scroll to the correct passcode and then press to confirm The detector is shipped with the passcode protect option disabled If an incorrect passcode is entered or O is not pressed within 5 seconds to confirm the correct passcode Passcode incorrect displays The alarm beeps three times and the detector either
11. PID 19 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Replace the Lamp Replace the lamp when it falls below the acceptable level Possible indicators that the lamp requires replacement are as follows e The detector will not calibrate e The start up self test fails e The ppm levels are incorrect To replace the lamp refer to the illustrations and procedures in the PID Lamp Cleaning Kit If required contact BW Technologies by Honeywell for more information 76 Replace the Electrode Stack Replace the electrode stack when it is contaminated To replace the electrode stack refer to Table 22 Figure 12 and the following procedures Note Ensure your fingers do not make contact with the diffusion barrier or the electrodes on the underside of the stack 1 Remove the sensor cover 2 Remove the old electrode stack 3 Insert the new electrode stack 4 Replace the sensor cover GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If a problem occurs refer to the solutions provided in Table 23 If the problem persists contact BW Technologies by Honeywell Table 23 Troubleshooting Tips The detector does not activate No batteries Refer to Replacing Charging the Batteries Depleted batteries Refer to Replacing Charging the Batteries Damaged or defective detector Contact BW Technologies The detector immediately enters alarm Sensor needs to stabilize Used sensor wait 60 seconds mode when activated
12. and STEL language selection enable disable automatic oxygen calibration set span concentration values set STEL calculation period set TWA method gas measurement resolution enable disable automatic backlight adjust clock calendar and set logging rate datalogger models only and CO sensor measurement 83 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Datalogger Micro 5 and Micro 5 PID units Approved for GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR models Infineon 32 MB MMCs and Transcend 64 MB SD cards Datalogger Micro 5 IR units Approved for GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR models Delkin 128 MB MMC and Transcend 128 MB MMC Battery operating time Toxic O5 and LEL sensors 20 hours three alkaline cells or one rechargeable battery pack Toxic O5 LEL and CO IR sensors 10 hours three alkaline cells or one rechargeable battery pack Year of manufacture The detector s year of manufacture is determined from the serial number The second and third number after the first letter determines the year of manufacture E g H306 Y000001 2006 year of manufacture Approved batteries Approved batteries for product standards IEC 60279 11 EN50020 UL913 C22 2 No 157 Alkaline Temperature Code Duracell MN1500 20 C lt Ta s 50 C T3C 139 8 C 20 C lt Ta lt 40 C T4 129 8 C 20 C lt Ta lt 50 C T3B 163 C 20 C lt Ta lt 40 C T3C 153 C Energizer E91 Xellex LR6 20 C s Ta s 50 C T4 107 C NiMH rechargeable M5
13. below the low alarm setpoint Note If alarms are set to latch press to reset the alarms The TWA and STEL alarms can be stopped either by e clearing the MAX TWA and STEL peak exposures refer to Clearing Gas Exposures or e deactivating the detector for 5 minutes minimum and then reactivating it again A Caution Follow all safety procedures as defined by your employer Confirm with your supervisor before clearing TWA and STEL alarms Sensor Alarm The detector tests for missing or defective sensors during the activation self test If a sensor fails the self test FAIL 42 flashes on the LCD above the failed sensor Refer to Troubleshooting Pump Alarm The external pump draws air over the sensors continually If the pump stops operating or becomes blocked the detector activates the pump alarm The following screens display Check for Pump flow DF press blocked change to run a inlet detected pump test I amp n E amp n le ni The pump alarm continues until the blockage is cleared or it is acknowledged by pressing If is pressed the detector automatically launches a pump test to reset the pump module Refer to Pump Test for more information If the pump test is successful the detector returns to normal operation otherwise the pump alarm continues Low Battery Alarm The detector tests the batteries upon activati
14. e Two fast beeps every e One beep every 5 seconds 10 seconds D flashes Alarms Displays Pump Alarm ALARM e Two fast beeps and alternating flashes Pump flow Check for OF press um e Vibrator alarm activates change blocked to run a and flash detected inlet pump test E DI n z n Note If the latched alarm option is activated the audible and visual alarms continue to beep and flash until the alarm condition is acknowledged To acknowledge a latched alarm press The alarms cannot be deactivated if an alarm condition exists If the stealth option is enabled the detector only vibrates during an alarm the audible and visual alarms are disabled If the IR stealth option is enabled the detector vibrates and the IR LEDs activate The audible and non IR visual alarms are disabled 38 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Alarms Gas Exposures Computed Viewing Gas Exposures A Warning Press and hold gt until the To avoid possible personal injury do not Ms be dr M EE s z 0 deactivate the detector during a work shift SEPIUS E 7 TWA and STEL readings reset if the detector is as deactivated for more than 5 minutes 20 6 E 8 n Table 7 Computed Gas Exposures Gas Exposure Description The TWA gas exposures TWA toxic only Time weighted average TWA display next Sz 0 based on accumulated exposure gt to toxic gases averaged over a Y esp work day according to OSHA or ACGIH method STEL toxic only S
15. options press v or a When the cursor displays beside the desired option press Q GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu 3 To return to the previous menu scroll to Back and press or press Note If no pushbuttons are pressed for 20 seconds the detector returns to normal operation Exit User Options Menu To exit the user options menu and return to normal operation scroll to Exit and press The following screen displays Exiting user options The user options menu can also be exited by repeatedly pressing O until the detector returns to normal operation Options Menu Each feature within the Options menu is enabled disabled by pressing C to toggle the checkbox Enabled M Disabled O 19 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Backlight The backlight Backlght option enables the LCD backlight to activate automatically in low light conditions If disabled the backlight activates only when the detector is in alarm mode In stealth or IR stealth mode the backlight does not activate The detector is shipped with the backlight option enabled Confidence Beep The confidence beep Confibeep option provides continuous confirmation that the detector is operating properly When confidence beep is enabled the audible alarm beeps once every 10 seconds The detector is shipped with the confidence beep option disabled 20 Backlaht O Confibeep E Due lock O E n
16. position on the detector refer to Figure 3 Press firmly until the release tabs click 2 Connect the calibration hose to the gas cylinder and to the intake inlet on the cap 45 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Table 11 Single Gas Calibration Cap Removing the Single Gas Calibration Cap Mem Description outlet simultaneously to remove the cap from the detector Intake inlet Calibration hose Gas flow direction arrow 4 Output outlet Using the thumb push forward against both the inlet and the Figure 5 Removing the Single Gas Calibration Cap Calibration Procedure Figure 4 Single Gas Calibration Cap To calibrate the detector and set the alarm setpoints perform the following procedures Note a T Note The arrow on the cap indicates the direction of gas flow from intake to outtake To bypass a step during the calibration process after auto zero press Calibrate O2 in clean air 46 Start Calibration Note Verify that the calibration gas being used matches the span concentration value s that are set for the detector Refer to Span Gas Value Correction factors are not applied during calibration Correction factors that were set prior to calibration are restored when the detector returns to normal operation 1 To enter calibration in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas press and hold and simultaneously as the detector beeps flashes and vibrates to the correspondin
17. screens To change the factory set alarm setpoints refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints During an alarm condition the detector activates the backlight and displays the current ambient gas reading Table 6 Alarms Low Alarm High Alarm HIGH YWEY TY Fast beep f Constant beep Siz p wem Slow flash Fast flash and target gas bar flash n and target gas bar flash Vibrator alarm activates E I x Vibrator alarm activates STEL Alarm ALARM TWA Alarm Constant beep S i Fast beep Fast flash 13 Slow flash and target gas bar flash ET and target gas bar flash Vibrator alarm activates Q a Vibrator alarm activates 36 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Alarms Table 6 Alarms Multi Gas Alarm Over Range Alarm JU ALARM Alternating low and high alarm Over Level Exposure Siz beep and flash m e Fast beep and flash and target gas bars flash o ae e and target gas bar flash Vibrator alarm activates e Vibrator alarm activates Sensor Alarm Automatic Shutdown Alarm e One beep every 15 seconds 1 e Eightbeeps and flashes Battery e FAIL flashes above the failed sensor e displays depleted e Vibrator alarm temporarily Turning off activates fi n Low Battery Alarm Normal Shutdown e One beep and two flashes every Sl e Three beeps and flashes Turning 25 seconds off in flashes TEL 37 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Table 6 Alarms Confidence Beep MMC SD Fail Alarm
18. sensor is changed the following screens display S02 lue date Was not cannot be spanned reset lf Ol a n The detector then automatically proceeds to the next sensor 7b To change the calibration due date 1 365 days press v or 4 until the new value displays Press within 5 seconds to confirm Or Press O to bypass a sensor and proceed to the next sensor Note If a value is changed but is not pressed within 5 seconds to confirm the following screen displays Was not Pressed resetting a a The previous value is automatically retained The detector proceeds to the next sensor calibration due date 7c Repeat step 7 to set the calibration due dates for the remaining sensors 7d Press to set the alarm setpoints and proceed to the following section Alarm Setpoints Or Press O to bypass setting the alarm setpoints and proceed to Finish Calibration Alarm Setpoints 8 Factory alarm setpoints may vary by region Refer to Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints for an example Alarms can be set to any value within the detection range of the selected sensor Refer to Specifications GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Note To disable an alarm setpoint set it to 0 zero When setting alarm setpoints if the new setpoint is not confirmed within 5 seconds by pressing the following screen displays amp Was not pressed resetting i n The pr
19. span remove the existing calibration gas cylinder and connect the next cylinder Press 4 and apply gas to span the other sensor s Or Press to end the span and proceed to step 7 Setting the Calibration Due Date If all sensors have successfully spanned the following screen displays prior to continuing with the calibration process All valid Sensors spanned Unsuccessful Span If the sensor s did not span successfully refer to the following sections for possible solutions e Failed Span e No Gas Detected e Did Not Reach Target Span e Large Span Failed Span If a sensor fails the span the following error message displays 502 did not reach span a n GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints If the sensor is not recalibrated the sensor displays as FAIL in normal operation the next time the detector is activated 0 Ri ml FAIL mn 20 9 mS D If all sensors fail the span the following screen displays Error check cal gas Press O to exit and then calibrate again in an atmosphere that is clear of the target gases If the span fails a second time reactivate the detector to test the sensors 53 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual If all sensors fail the span the due dates for calibration cannot be set Oye date Ho sensors cannot be Were reset spanned E DI i8 n If the detector fails to span the sensors confirm the following e En
20. t types and corresponding correction factor E values Custom VOC correction iD 2f GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Automatic Oxygen 0 Calibration When the Autocal option is enabled it forces the detector to automatically calibrate the oxygen sensor during start up If the Autocal option is enabled ensure the detector is activated in a clean atmosphere only From the Sensor menu press v to scroll to O2 and press within 20 seconds to confirm Press v to scroll to Autocal Press to toggle between enable disable The detector is shipped with the Autocal option enabled 28 Logger Option This option is used to set how often the detector records a LU datalog sample once every 1 to 127 seconds LEL From the user options menu press v to scroll to Logger M2 Press within 20 seconds to confirm Sensors Flogger Clock a n Press a or y to change the current logger rate When the desired value displays press within 5 seconds to confirm the new value Set logger Enable M interval Disable O TER nn 7 n If is not pressed within 5 seconds the following screen displays amp Was not pressed resetting IA The detector is shipped with the datalogger interval set to 5 seconds Clock Option The Clock option is used to change the date and time From the user options menu press v to scroll to Clock Press within 20 seconds to con
21. the date and time alarm setpoints TWA STEL low and high of all sensors and the LEL PID correction factor if applicable press a To decrement the displayed value or scroll down press v To initiate calibration and setting alarm setpoints press and simultaneously and hold until the countdown is complete e To view the TWA STEL and MAX hold readings press e To acknowledge latched alarms press GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Activating the Detector Attach the pump module and the sampling probe with hose prior to activating the detector For illustrations and procedures refer to Attaching the Accessories To activate the detector press in a normal atmosphere 20 9 oxygen Self Test When the detector is activated it performs several self tests Confirm the following tests occur Note If an error message displays during the self test refer to Troubleshooting The detector performs a battery test during start up If the battery has insufficient power to operate the following screen displays before deactivating 10 Battery depleted Turning off Replace the batteries and reactivate the detector 1 All of the LCD elements display simultaneously as the detector beeps flashes vibrates and briefly activates the backlight hn x 13 ppm E Ca de E L IONE L5 fravoxnen 2 3 The version and serial number of the detector displays
22. 1 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Detector GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Getting Started Table 3 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Detector Mem Description 5 Vmwidambes EDs 8 oem sensor 9 Puts 11 Alligator clip GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual 5 ai ENICTALARMIA J FIGHLOWTWAMAXSTEL S0Cl HCNH PH 3NO O CIO CO VOC LE Depom HIGHLOWTWAMAXSTEL _ HIGHLOWTWAMAXSTEL Figure 2 Display Elements Table 4 Display Elements Wem DesHplon O 6 Fesewebk 8 oe 3 S seanma Alarm condition low high TWA STEL or multi gas or view TWA STEL and maximum MAX gas exposures Automatically zero sensor Note If enabled the backlight automatically activates for 8 seconds when there is an alarm condition and whenever there is insufficient light to view the LCD Any pushbutton reactivates the backlight in low light conditions GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Getting Started Table 5 Pushbuttons Pushbutton Description OO To activate the detector press To deactivate the detector press and hold O until the countdown is complete from normal operation only To increment the displayed value or scroll up press a To enter the user options menu press 4 and v simultaneously and hold until the countdown is complete To clear the TWA STEL and MAX gas exposure readings press and a simultaneously and hold until the countdown is complete To view
23. 20 9 96 e Toensure accurate calibration use a premium grade calibration gas Gases approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST improves the validity of the calibration 43 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual 44 Do not use a gas cylinder beyond its expiration date Calibrate a new sensor before use Install the sensor activate the detector and allow the sensor to stabilize before starting calibration Used sensor 60 seconds New sensor 5 minutes Calibrate the detector at least once every 180 days every 90 days for HCN sensors depending upon use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants Calibrate the detector if the ambient gas varies during start up Calibrate the sensor before changing the alarm setpoints Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas To disable an alarm set the alarm setpoint to 0 zero If the Auto cal option is enabled the oxygen 02 sensor calibrates automatically every time the detector is activated Activate the detector in a normal 20 9 oxygen atmosphere After activating the detector allow it to stabilize for 1 minute before performing a calibration or bump test e lfacertified calibration is required contact BW Technologies by Honeywell Note A generator must be used for Oz and CIO sensors Diagnostics Protection The detector tests the ambient air auto zero and the test gas that is applied auto span to ensur
24. BAT01 20 C s Ta s 50 C T4 M5IR BAT04 20 C s Ta s 50 C T4 Battery charger GasAlertMicro 5 battery charger First time charge 4 hours per battery pack Normal charge 3 4 hours per battery pack Warranty 2 years including sensors 1 year for NH sensor and PID lamp 84 Approvals GasAlertMicro 5 and PID cCSAus approved by CSA to both U S and Canadian Standards ATEX CE 0539 Il 1 G EEx ia IIC KEMA OGATEX 1096X Approved Class Division 1 Group A B C and D Standards CAN CSA C22 2 No 157 and C22 2 152 ANSI UL 913 and ANSI ISA 12 13 Part 1 IECEx Ex ia IIC GasAlertMicro 5 IR Approved for Zone 1 cCSAus approved by CSA to both U S and Canadian Standards ATEX CE 0539 Il 2 G EEx ia IIC KEMA OGATEX 0206X Approved Class Division 1 Group A B C and D Standards CAN CSA C22 2 No 157 and C22 2 152 ANSI UL 913 and ANSI ISA 12 13 Part 1 IECEx Ex d ia IIC 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 interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that int
25. Data is saved on a convenient MultiMediaCard MMC or Secure Digital SD card 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 Datalogging instruments include the Fleet Manager software Accessing Test Results with Fleet Manager To access and view test results using the Fleet Manager software application refer to the Fleet Manager Support CD viii CAUTION FOR SAFETY REASONS THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE OPERATED AND SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR i arts per million m A Warning Carbon monoxide CO parts p ppm To ensure personal safety read the Safety Information Hydrogen sulfide H2S parts per million ppm before using the detector Phosphine PHs parts per million ppm The GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR gas detector the detector Sulfur dioxide S02 parts per million ppm warns of hazardous gas at levels above user selectable Chlorine Clz parts per million ppm alarm setpoints Ammonia NH3 parts per million ppm Introduction Unit of Measure The detector is a personal safety device It is your Nitrogen dioxide NO responsibility to respond properly to the alarm Table 1 lists the gases monitored Chlorine dioxide CIOz Table 1 Gases Monitored Ozone 03
26. Gas Detected Unit of Measure Oxygen 02 percent by volume 96 Volatile organic parts per million ppm compounds VOC Carbon dioxide CO Parts per million ppm or vol CO Combustible gases a percent of lower explosive limit field selectable for LEL b percent by volume methane 0 5 0 viv GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell To contact BW Technologies by Honeywell call USA 1 888 749 8878 Canada 1 800 663 4164 Europe 44 0 1295 700300 Other countries 1 403 248 9226 Address correspondence to BW Technologies by Honeywell 2840 2 Avenue S E Calgary AB T2A 7X9 CANADA Email us at info bwtnet com Or visit BW Technologies by Honeywell s 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 ay Vue A 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 5 PID IR Safety Information Read First A Cautions Warning Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety Caution For safety
27. H LEL sensor only e Selecting the correction factor LEL and PID sensors only e automatic calibration Oo sensor only 22 From the option menu screen scroll to Sensors and press _ to access the following screen Press a or to scroll to the desired sensor Press C to confirm and to access the menu options specific to the selected sensor For all sensor options if a value is changed but not confirmed within 5 seconds the detector emits an audible alarm and displays the following error message amp Was not pressed resetting DI The detector retains the previous setting and returns to the user options menu Sensor Enable Disable A Warning Disabling an installed sensor configures the detector to a 1 2 3 or 4 gas unit Protection is no longer provided from the gas targeted by the disabled sensor s Disabling a sensor should be performed with extreme caution If a sensor fails disabling the sensor deactivates the fail alarm The sensor should be replaced and enabled as soon as possible The detector will function normally with the remaining enabled sensors After selecting the desired sensor the following screen displays Back kSens on E Span 945 Press to toggle between enable disable sensor can be enabled at any time Enabled M Disabled Ll GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu If disabled the readings for the sensor do not display when in normal operation
28. MMC SD Card To reformat the MMC SD card complete the following 1 2 Insert the MMC SD card into the card reader From the computer desktop double click My Computer to view the list of drives Double click the Removable Disk drive to access LOGFILEO csv Select LOGFILEO csv and delete Insert the MMC SD card into the detector Activate the detector The start up self test begins and the following screens display Format MMC Logfile was Restore erased buy or restore a Format computer logfile Restore E n n n 65 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual 7 Press a to format the MMC SD card The following screen displays Formatting MAL sp a DI For any additional MMC SD card errors refer to Troubleshooting Import Datalogs to Fleet Manager Note Refer to the following minimum requirements before importing datalogs to Fleet Manager Minimum PC Requirements e 500 MHz Pentium or equivalent e 100 MB free hard disk space e Microsoft Windows 98 or later e USB port 66 Using MicroDock II to Import to Fleet Manager Note If the detector is used with the MicroDock Il Station to import datalogs to Fleet Manager refer to the MicroDock Il User Manual for complete instructions Using a Card Reader to Import to Fleet Manager To import a datalog file from the detector to Fleet Manager complete the following 1 Deactivate the detector 2 Release the latch and remove the batte
29. New sensor wait 5 minutes Low battery alarm Refer to Replacing Charging the Batteries Sensor alarm Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter Pump alarm If the sampling hose is attached determine if it is obstructed If not clean or replace the pump filter If pump alarm persists contact BW Technologies The activation self test fails General fault Ensure that the sensors and battery pack are installed correctly and then activate the detector If the fault persists record the error message and contact BW Technologies T GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Table 23 Troubleshooting Tips The MMC SD card is not inserted Insert the MMC SD card Refer to MMC SD Inserting the MMC SD Card card missing The MMC SD card that is inserted in the Insert a MMC SD card that is either a detector has a storage size that is not l AAC sp supported by the detector e 32 MB Infineon MMC or size not e 64 MB Transcend SD card supported z The detector has lost communication with 64 MB Transcend SD card LOM LOA Reformat MMC SD card in windows and tion error reinsert into the detector Contact BW Technologies 78 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Troubleshooting Table 23 Troubleshooting Tips The detector displays a clock error General fault Reactivate the detector If the same error message using last recorded time message displays reset the clock in user options menu Reactivate the detector I
30. R User Manual LOW Bate Ala eta 43 Automatic Deactivation Alal Mss dd cusa net Eae 43 Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints nennen nennen nnne nnne 43 A dicia LE LCS cles LM DC LU Sx M E 43 Applying Gas to he Sensors o deut iste qoa ble e tuse cad leali 45 Calibration Procedi e traslade RARI 46 Attachina ne ACCESSONGS mr N 60 Installing the Pump Module cian ar da 60 Attaching the Sample Probe maea aaea E a E EEEE ATA E 61 PAAGI Pe E O A N 62 BI MEE IAA 62 MMC and SD Card Compatibility scott doi aci iii 63 Inserting the MMC SD Card ei 63 MMC SD Card Troubleshooting enn a iii 64 Restoring Datalog FIGS citando ai aa 64 Reformatting the MMC SD Card i 65 Import Datalogs to Fleet Managers citada dd ati 66 Minimum PC ReEquIFe Mentalidad 66 Using MicroDock Il to Import to Fleet Manager occccccoonncccccnnccncccnoconnnonnnonnnonnnnnnnonanennnnns 66 Using a Card Reader to Import to Fleet Manager 66 View Datalog Files in Spreadsheets ie 67 MNalleialeebi linda 71 Replacing Charging the BatterieS ii 71 GasAlertMicro 5 IR Battery Pack ooccccccccononnccnocococonnonnnnnncconnnnnnnononnoncnnnnnononnnnnnnnnnncnnnnnens 73 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter ei 73 Photoionization Detector PID iii 75 JroubleShootingisan HC
31. SD card GA ARM 1 Arm band 1 M5 BATO1 Rechargeable battery pack GA HM5 Belt holster M5 BATO2 Alkaline battery pack 1 Add suffix UK for United Kingdom mains plug EU for European mains plug AU for Australian mains plug M5 BAT03 Alkaline battery pack with European screws 82 Specifications Instrument dimensions 14 5 x 7 4 x 3 8 cm 5 7 x 2 9 x 1 5 in Weight 370 g 13 1 oz Operating and storage conditions Temperature VOC 10 C to 40 C 14 F to 104 F Other gases 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Humidity Oz 0 to 99 relative humidity non condensing VOC and CO IR 0 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Combustibles 5 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Cla 10 to 95 relative humidity non condensing HCN CIO 15 to 95 relative humidity non condensing Other gases 15 to 90 relative humidity non condensing Pressure 95 to 110 kPa Alarm setpoints May vary by region and are user settable Detection range O 0 30 0 vol 0 1 vol increments CO 0 999 ppm 1 ppm increments CO TwinTox sensor 0 500 ppm 1 ppm increments H2S 0 500 ppm 1 ppm increments H2S TwinTox sensor 0 500 ppm 1 ppm increments Combustibles 0 100 LEL 1 LEL increments or 0 5 0 v v methane PH3 0 5 0 ppm 0 1 ppm increments SO 0 150 ppm 1 ppm increments Cla 0 50 0 ppm 0 1 ppm increments NH3 0
32. a Sensor or Sensor Filter iii 74 22 Pants Orne PIDEN PE 75 23 TOUDISSNOOMING Str CIT 17 24 Replacement Parts and Accessories iii 81 25 PID Corrections Factor CF Library clelia 86 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual yi List of Figures Figure Title Page 1 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Detector ccccccccccooncnoncnoccnonononncnonnnnccnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnns 7 2 DISDIAY dmi BRIT RU EE TET T Tn 8 3 Applying Gas to the Sensors ille 45 4 Single Gas Calibration Cap esci as 46 5 Removing the Single Gas Calibration Cap nnns 46 6 fraStalliing the Pump Module geniali RENS 60 T Attaching the Sample Probe hoi dai 61 8 Installing and Removing the MMC SD e 63 9 Replacihd he Batterie S salda N R uA AV ob dues 72 10 IR Battery Pack and Warning Label nennen 73 11 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter i 74 12 PAIS OM e 75 vii GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Multi Gas Detectors Note The GasAlertMicro 5 GasAlertMicro 5 PID and GasAlertMicro 5 IR detectors are referred to as GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR A standard instrument is equipped with integral concussion proof boot and internal vibrator alarm GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Detectors with User Downloadable Datalogger Provides full time continuous datalogging while the instrument is operating
33. able 24 Replacement Parts and Accessories Combustible sensor CG2 S 25 58 a gas SO 25 ppm CG BUMP S25 SO bump test gas 1 Bump alarm gas aerosol CG BUMP1 CH4 2 5 O2 10 H2S 40 ppm 1 CO 200 ppm REG 0 5 Regulator 0 5 I min G0042 H25 Calibration gas H2S 25 ppm 58 I 81 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual CG2 M 200 103 oe gas CO 200 ppm M5IR BAT04 IR rechargeable battery pack M5IR BATO501 IR alkaline battery pack CG2 S 25 58 Calibration gas SO 25 ppm 58 I CG2 C 5 58 Calibration gas Cl 5 ppm 58 I MAIREBATG9RE nt pack with Calibration gas HCN 10 ppm CG2 Z 10 58 581 9 Be M5 CO1 CG2 D 10 58 Calibration gas NO 10 ppm 58 I M5 CO1 BAT01 GasAlertMicro 5 battery charger Calibration gas PH3 1 ppm and battery pack kit oa a 58 1 GasAlertMicro 5 IR batt i i CU Quad calibration kit with regulator charger and battery pack kit CK Q34 4 quad gas cylinder CG Q34 4 Vehicle GasAlertMicro 5 batter hose and carrying case GA V CHRG4 charger Quad calibration kit with regulator M5 PUMP Motorized Pump Module Kit 1 quad gas cylinder CG Q58 4 hose and carrying case GA PROB1 1 e with 1 ft 0 3 m 1 MMC USB reader USB port with CR MMC USB1 software for user downloadable M5 TC 1 Calibration cap and hose datalogger Alligator clip stainless steel M5 MMC32 32 MB Infineon MultiMediaCard 1 GA CH 2 Chest harness MMC 64 SD 64 MB Transcend Secure Digital GA ES 1 Extension strap
34. alibration the name of the sensor and the number of days past due display 14 Hz5 overdue by 2 day s Due Lock Enabled The Due lock option ensures that a passcode must be entered when calibration is past due otherwise the detector automatically deactivates 11 If Due Lock is enabled in the user options the following screen displays Enter passcode 1000 Bi Enter the correct passcode and press to confirm Note If any sensor is overdue displays continually until calibration is performed If no passcode is entered or it is entered incorrectly the following screen displays Calibration overdue Turning off Pi n To enable disable this option refer to Due lock in the user options menu Also refer to Passcode Protect Force Calibration Enabled 12 If Force cal force calibration is enabled in tech mode calibration is mandatory before the detector enters normal operation Refer to Force Calibration in Tech Mode to enable disable and refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints for calibration procedures Calibration Press mandatory to start before use calibration E D E n GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Activating the Detector If C is not pressed to start calibration the following screen displays and the detector deactivates Calibration overdue Turning off E D Bump Daily Enabled A Caution BW recommends that a bump test of all sensors be p
35. ble The detector is shipped with the Stealth option disabled IR Stealth Mode Optional The IR Stealth Mode is an optional feature and must be factory ordered Note The Stealth and IR Stlth options cannot be enabled simultaneously The IR Stlth option operates similar to the Stealth option Emp dailun The IR Stealth option disables the Stealth O backlight visual alarms and audible e alarms Only the LCD and the infrared IR Stith E LEDs located in the right alarm bar L activate If this option is included on the detector press v to scroll to IR Stlth Press to toggle between enable disable The detector is shipped with the IR Stlth option disabled GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu Sleep Mode Note BW recommends the Sleep option be enabled when using rechargeable batteries If Sleep is enabled sensor circuits remain active after the detector is deactivated and Stealth O inserted into the charging cradle IR Stlth O Press v to scroll to Sleep Press to toggle between enable disable bleep Ed gn Note Enabling the Sleep option may require the battery be charged more frequently The detector is shipped with the Sleep option disabled 35 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Alarms If more than one type or level of alarm exists simultaneously a multi gas alarm will result The following table describes the detector alarms and corresponding
36. chine screws 2 Note Do not exchange pump modules between detectors 1 Deactivate the detector 2 Remove the two machine screws and the sensor cover Remove the sensor filter from the sensor cover and insert it into the pump module 3 Attach the pump module to the detector and replace the two machine screws 4 Activate the detector The detector performs the start up self tests and the pump test Refer to Pump Test 5 Ifthe pump has been purchased separately not included with the detector the pump flow rate must be set prior to using the pump Refer to Pump in Tech Mode options Figure 6 Installing the Pump Module 60 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Attaching the Accessories Attaching the Sample Probe Table 14 Attaching the Sample Probe The sample probe is used to safely test for gas in confined item Description spaces before entering 1 Motorized pump module Connector Sample probe 10 in tubing custom lengths can be ordered Flexible connector hose A Warning The sample probe must be used with the pump module only Ensure that all connections are secure before sampling 1 Deactivate the detector 2 Make all of the required connections as illustrated Figure 7 Attaching the Sample Probe in Figure 7 3 Activate the detector 61 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual A Warning If the length of the tubing is 50 ft or longer the Fast Pump option must be enabled prior to
37. d deactivate the detector 2 Remove the two machine screws on the rear shell and then remove the sensor cover or optional pump module 3 Remove the sensor filter and or the sensor s Gently rocking the sensor back and forth may help free a tightly held sensor 4 Insert the new filter and or sensor Ensure the sensor posts are aligned correctly 5 Re assemble the detector Figure 11 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 6 If the sensor is changed eg SO to an HS the detector must be reconfigured Refer to the Note Sensors in the Tech Mode option Detectors that are configured for 1 2 3 or 4 gases may contain a dummy sensor in one of the four 7 Calibrate the detector after changing any sensor s sensor locations Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints 74 Photoionization Detector PID Clean or Replace the Lamp The PID lamp must be cleaned on a regular basis Use only the cleaning kit that is supplied by BW Technologies To clean the PID lamp refer to the illustrations and procedures that are provided with the PID Lamp Cleaning Kit To order the kit refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Note To ensure proper maintenance and continued accurate readings from the sensor use only the PID Lamp Cleaning Kit that is supplied by BW Technologies Table 22 Parts of the PID sensor Wem Description Electrode stack GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Maintenance Figure 12 Parts of the
38. e it meets expected values Auto zero sets the zero gas level of the sensor If ambient gas is present the zero level will be incorrect If excessive target gas is present the detector displays an error message and lists the affected sensor 502 failed to zero 8 ni In auto span if the target gas is not detected or does not meet expected values a message displays that the detector is exiting calibration mode The detector retains the previous set values Applying Gas to the Sensors The calibration cap single gas calibration cap and hose are shipped with the detector Refer to Figure 3 and Table 10 and for installation Note The calibration cap and single gas calibration cap can only be used during the calibration span process Figure 3 Applying Gas to the Sensors GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Table 10 Applying Gas to the Sensors Mem Description o Detector and calibration cap Calibration hose Regulator and gas cylinder Toxic 2 sensor position Single gas calibration cap Single Gas Calibration Cap A Caution If an Ox or CIO sensor is located in the Toxic 2 position refer to Figure 3 and Table 10 a single gas calibration cap must be used to ensure accurate calibration To calibrate Oz and CIO sensors using the single gas calibration cap refer to Figure 4 Table 11 and complete the following procedures 1 Insert the cap into the Toxic 2 sensor
39. elp 5 Double click LOGFILEO csv View Datalog Files in Spreadsheets Refer to Table 16 for a example of the datalog The datalog files can be downloaded from the MMC SD card spreadsniegt into most spreadsheet applications using a card reader The Unit Config column far right in Table 16 contains letter codes Refer to Table 18 and Table 19 for definitions of the codes 67 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Example of a Datalog Spreadsheet When datalog information is imported into most spreadsheet software it appears similar to the example below Note Not all columns are included in this example Additional Toxic TWA and Toxic STEL display on a normal spreadsheet A Warning Some compatible software packages have an internal file size limit of and may not load the entire file Check the software limit Table 16 Datalog Spreadsheet Example Date Day Time Toxic1 Toxic2 Toxic3 Os Toxic 1 Toxic 1 Status Serial Unit dd mm Mon 1 hh mm ss ppm ppm ppm TWA ppm STEL ppm Codes Number Config yy aos s sse s Jo ss o wa mr sio zazo a osso 10 19 me m 228 we soso aos s essas o o o a 200 oso sio Foen aos s sse o o o a 200 po o store Foen 2o w sse o o o a 209 e s umu siocooo Foe Ema w sse s o a o_o uew seeewr _ Ema w ss w s 9 JoJo uo stos Ema w sss s o s o es o o i sve mane w sssm o zm m eso o
40. end of the countdown the detector emits an extended beep and flash and displays 0 before deactivating Note If is not held down for the complete countdown the detector remains activated User Options Menu If the detector is passcode protected a passcode must be entered to access the user options menu For more information refer to Passcode Protect 18 The available user options are as follows 1 2 Exit Options backlight confidence beep due lock latch passcode safe and fast pump Sensors sensor enable disable span gas STEL period TWA method resolution vol CHa correction factor automatic O calibration and vol CO applicable only to CO Logger Clock Language English French German Spanish and Portuguese Tech mode sensors pump initialize forced calibration daily bump test stealth IR stealth factory option and zero level CO sensor only Note Tech mode is not visible in the user options menu To access this option refer to Tech Mode To enter the user options menu press and hold a and simultaneously as the detector beeps and flashes to the corresponding countdown Enter user options in done a and must be held down for the entire countdown to access the user options menu When the countdown is complete the revision serial number screen displays followed by the options menu kExit Options Sensors To scroll through the
41. eps 8 to 8e if applicable to set alarm setpoints for the remaining sensors The audible alarm beeps four times when the alarm setpoint function is complete When the alarm setpoints have been set for all required sensors the detector emits two quick beeps and then proceeds to the gas alarms setpoints screen Gas Alarms o to skip e to set C D Finish Calibration The detector displays the following screen to indicate that the calibration process is complete and then returns to normal operation GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Saving calibration Verification 1 After calibration is complete and the detector is in normal operating mode verify the calibration by using a gas cylinder other than the one used for calibration The gas concentration should not exceed the sensor s detection range Confirm that the LCD displays the expected concentration values To ensure that the reading are accurate apply the verification gas for the same amount of time as was applied to the sensor when it was calibrated Example SO span time 2 minutes therefore apply verification gas for 2 minutes 99 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Attaching the Accessories Table 13 Installing the Pump Module Installing the Pump Module Hem Description The BW motorized pump module is an optional accessory for the detector The pump module is designed to be used with Ma
42. er Failure to adhere to this precaution can lead to fire and or explosion Both the rechargeable battery pack and the alkaline battery pack are user changeable in hazardous locations but the alkaline battery cells inside the pack can only be replaced in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas A Caution The GasAlertMicro 5 IR battery pack is not compatible with other GasAlertMicro 5 products and vice versa Refer to GasAlertMicro 5 IR Battery Pack to ensure only the IR battery is used with the GasAlertMicro 5 IR detector 71 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Note To preserve battery life deactivate the detector when not in use To charge the rechargeable battery pack refer to the GasAlertMicro 5 Battery Charger User Manual To replace the alkaline batteries refer to Table 19 Figure 9 and the following procedures Table 19 Replacing the Batteries Wem Description Battery tray Alkaline batteries 3 12 Figure 9 Replacing the Batteries Open the latch on the bottom of the detector Remove the battery pack by lifting the bottom of the pack away from the detector Unscrew the two captive screws on the battery pack and open the pack Replace the three alkaline batteries and screw the battery pack back together Reinsert the battery pack and secure the latch GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Maintenance GasAlertMicro 5 IR Battery Pack Table 20 IR Battery Pack and Warning Labe
43. erference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 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 of more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase 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 General Specifications for Datalogger Units Media type MultiMediaCard MMC or Secure Digital SD card Size 32 MB Infineon MMC or 64 MB Transcend SD card Storage 500 000 lines of data available 4 4 months at 5 second intervals based on a normal work week 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 pump status sensor status confidence beep activation and detector status along with the time and date for each reading and unit serial number MMC SD card test Automatically on activation GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Specifications GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR with User Downloadable Datalogger Operation Requires no user intervention automatic Indicators Icon advises datalo
44. erformed every 24 hours prior to the beginning of the work shift 13 If Bmp Daily bump daily is enabled in tech mode the following screens display LEL and 02 Apply bump mandatory test gas 20 9 Er m El in E D If a bump test of the LEL and O sensor is not performed the detector will deactivate 15 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Apply the LEL gas and then apply the O a higher or lower percentage than the default 20 9 Successful Bump Test If the bump test passes the following screens display Sz 0 Waiting for 0 0 fresh air o sl PASS FASS EZ 7 C DI n The detector waits for the sensor s to clear approximately 30 seconds and then enters normal operation Unsuccessful Bump Test If the bump test is unsuccessful or the bump test is not performed the following screen displays and the detector deactivates Bump tezt overdue Turning off e n 14 If additional sensors require a bump test but are not mandatory the following screens display 16 H25 Accept failed o Ho bump test Yves a DI l n Press Yes to accept and proceed to normal operation Or If No is pressed or no buttons are pressed the sensor s that are past due display as FAIL when the detector enters normal operation In the following screen example only the SO5 CO and O sensors are operational sz O FRIL 0 20 3 FAIL E M E ni The self test is now complete Self Test Pas
45. evious setpoint is retained and the detector proceeds to the next setpoint The setpoints are set in the following order e TWA if applicable e STEL if applicable e low e high 8a To bypass a setpoint press to save the current value and proceed to the next setpoint 57 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Setting the TWA Alarm Setpoint The current TWA alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor if applicable ALARMESTA 8b Press or a to change the value for the TWA alarm setpoint When the required value displays press C to confirm Setting the STEL Alarm Setpoint The current STEL alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor if applicable ALARM ilies 502 El ma EH o La D 8c Press or a to change the value for the STEL alarm setpoint When the required value displays press _ to confirm 58 Setting the Low Alarm Setpoint The current low alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor Low PUFY 502 2 8d Press v or a to change the value for the low alarm setpoint When the required value displays press C to confirm Setting the High Alarm Setpoint The current high alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor aM ALARM Sz J 1E 1 8e Press v or a to change the value for the high alarm setpoint When the required value displays press C to confirm Setting the Remaining Alarm Setpoints 9 Repeat st
46. f the error message still displays contact BW Technologies Detector does not display normal Sensor not stabilized Used sensor wait 60 seconds ambient gas reading after activation New sensor wait 5 minutes self test Detector requires calibration Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Target gas is present Detector is operating properly Use caution in suspect areas Detector does not respond to Batteries are depleted Refer to Replacing Charging the Batteries pushbuttons Detector is performing operations that Pushbutton function restored automatically do not require user input when the operation ends Detector does not accurately measure Detector requires calibration Calibrate the detector Refer to Calibration ting Alarm Setpoint gas and Setting points Detector is colder hotter than ambient Allow the detector to adjust to ambient gas temperature before using Sensor filter is blocked Clean the sensor filter Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 79 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Table 23 Troubleshooting Tips Detector does not enter alarm mode Alarm setpoint s are set incorrectly Reset alarm setpoints Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Alarm setpoint s set to zero Reset alarm setpoints Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Detector requires calibration Calibrate the detector Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Detector i
47. firm Logger Flock Language r n GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu The screen displays showing the month highlighted indicating itis selected to set Tuesday ESA 12 2004 11 38pm Press 4 or v to scroll to the desired month and press within 20 seconds to confirm Continue setting the remaining options The date time options are set as follows e month e day e year e hour e minutes To bypass and retain the current setting press When the settings are complete the detector beeps twice and returns to the user options menu The detector is shipped with the date and time set to Mountain Standard Time MST 29 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Language Selection The detector is shipped with English selected as the default language The available languages to select from are as follows e French Frangais e German Deutsch e Spanish Espanol e Portuguese Prtugu s Press v to scroll to Language and press within 20 seconds to confirm Logger Clock FLanguage E n Press a or v to scroll to the desired language and press A check displays in the checkbox of the selected language 30 Enalish L1 kFrancais E Deutsch O n E Wait for 20 seconds until the detector returns to the user options menu or press a to scroll to Back English Retour French Zur ck German Regreso Spanish or Retornar Portuguese All the scree
48. g countdown Starting calibration GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Auto Zero and Oxygen O Sensor Calibration 2 flashes while the detector automatically zeroes the toxic and combustible sensors and calibrates the O sensor Depending upon the detector being calibrated the auto zero screens display differently GasAlertMicro 5 PID GasAlertMicro 5 IR 1 A m 20 9 O I DI Note Do not apply calibration gas during this process otherwise the auto zero step will fail Zero CO GasAlertMicro 5 IR only 3 For GasAlertMicro 5 IR models there is a second auto zero function that is performed for the CO sensor 47 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual When auto zero for the other sensors is complete the following screen displays cera CO2 o Ho Yes r 3a Press Yes to zero the CO sensor Or Press No to bypass the CO zero and proceed to Auto Span If the detector is passcode protected refer to Passcode Protect Activated If Yes is pressed the following screen displays Apply Cl cero gas Hob i A Warning Use only nitrogen N2 to zero the CO sensor 48 3b Apply Na to zero the CO sensor The following screen displays EF mes COz 330 flashes whiles the detector zeros the CO sensor approximately 30 seconds Passcode Protect Activated Optional
49. gger is operating normally MMC SD card 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 SD card reader Software required Spreadsheet or database compatible with comma separated value CSV text files Excel Access Quattro etc Card alarm Card fail or missing Support Fleet Manager Fleet Manager is an Access software add in that enhances the abilities of Microsoft Access when handling the GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR user downloadable datalogger data files 85 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Appendix A PID Correction Factor CF Library Table 25 PID Corrections Factor CF Library A Correction Factor Value Gast Gas Type LCD Gas Type Abrreviation CF values subject to change Ammonia Ammonia 4 6 tudee Bude Tao 7 bea bes Tae s tmm gt d 9 Ethylene Ethylene d 9 1 11 Hexane Hexane d 4 6 JP8 JP 8 d 0 5 13 86 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Appendix A PID Correction Factor CF Library Table 25 PID Correction Factors CF Library CO o osm 2 2 87 D5615 3 English ERP 124971 BW Technologies 2007 all rights reserved Printed in Canada All product names are trademarks of their respective companies
50. he Correction option press v to scroll to None or to Methane A check Custom LEL displays If required select a different gas correction type correction factor i h Custom To enter a correction factor that 0 0 is not listed in the library scroll to Custom 8 D and press _ within 5 seconds to confirm The Custom LEL correction screen displays Press a or v to select the required value and press within 5 seconds to confirm GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu PID Sensor This option is used to enter compensation factors for selected gas types The factor TWA method can only be applied if the PID sensor has been calibrated with isobutylene Resolution After selecting the PID sensor press v Correction to scroll to Correction Press within a n 20 seconds to confirm and access the PID correction library Scroll to the required gas type and press A check displays in the corresponding checkbox The detector Back automatically applies the correction factor cetldhd O kHcetone a n To disable the Correction option press v to scroll to None or to Isobutyl A check displays If required select a different gas type correction factor Custom To enter a correction factor for a custom PID sensor scroll to Custom and press Press 4 or v to scroll to the required value and press within 5 seconds to confirm Refer to Appendix A PID Correction Factor Library for gas 0 0
51. hort term exposure limit STEL to gas based on a 5 15 minute user selectable period Maximum peak Maximum MAX concentration exposures display Sz encountered during work shift 9 m For oxygen it is the highest or the lowest concentration encountered Lastly the STEL gas 39 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Clearing Gas Exposures The exposures automatically clear after 5 minutes of the detector being deactivated To clear the MAX TWA and STEL exposure readings immediately press and hold gt and a simultaneously The detector displays the following screen during the countdown Peak STEL amp TWA zero in x Note Hold and a for the entire countdown otherwise the MAX TWA and STEL exposure readings will not clear Gas Alarm Setpoints The gas alarm setpoints trigger the gas alarms and are described in Table 8 40 Table 8 Gas Alarm Setpoints Alarm Condition Low alarm Toxics and combustibles Ambient gas level above low alarm setpoint Oxygen Ambient gas level may be set above or below 20 9 High alarm Toxics and combustibles Ambient gas level above high alarm setpoint Oxygen Ambient gas level may be set above or below 20 9 TWA alarm Toxic only Accumulated value above the TWA alarm setpoint STEL alarm Toxic only Accumulated value above the STEL alarm setpoint Downscale alarm Toxic lf sensor reading is negative half of the TWA
52. iance 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 by Honeywell BW Technologies by Honeywell BW Technologies by Honeywell Co
53. l A Caution GasAlertMicro 5 IR battery pack The GasAlertMicro 5 IR battery pack is not compatible with other GasAlertMicro 5 products and vice versa Refer to Figure 10 and Table 20 to ensure only the IR battery is used with the GasAlertMicro 5 IR detector Warning label on battery pack lid To prevent damage to any GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR battery packs refer to the label provided on the battery pack lid of the GasAlertMicro 5 IR battery pack 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 WARNING For use with GasAlertMicro 5 IR unit onv AN Batteries must only be changed in a non hazardous area en EE Mense vapors and gases To clear a sensor move the detector to a clean environment and wait 10 to 30 minutes Each sensor has a high degree of resistance to common Do not expose a sensor to vapors of inorganic solvents such as paint fumes or organic solvents Refer to Troubleshooting for reference to problems caused by a sensor that requires calibration or replacement Figure 10 IR Battery Pack and Warning Label 73 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual To replace a sensor or sensor filter refer to Figure 11 Table 21 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter Table 21 and the following procedures mE Wem Description 1 If require
54. lication the following screens display when the card is inserted into the detector 64 Logfile was Format MMC Restore erased by or restore ah Format computer logfile Restore e D E D E n A Warning Only erased data files can be restored using the detector Computer applications sometimes write data over erased files and that erased data cannot be restored by the detector Always create back up files on the computer To restore the logfile complete the following 1 From the detector press v to restore the logfile The following screen displays Runnina self test If the detector successfully restores the logfile the following screen displays and the start up tests continue Self test successful Using the computer verify that the logfile has been restored When the normal operating screen displays deactivate the detector Remove the MMC SD card and insert it into the card reader From the computer desktop double click My Computer to view the list of drives Double click the Removable Disk drive to access LOGFILEO CSV Open the logfile and verify that the data has been restored If LOGFILEO CSV does not display ensure that the MMC SD card is inserted in the card reader correctly and that all connections are secure 6 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR MMC SD Card Troubleshooting After verifying that the logfile has been restored re insert the MMC SD card into the detector Reformatting the
55. m Toxic 1 Toxic 2 Pi 31 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual A corresponding list of toxic sensors displays A checkbox displays beside the current toxic sensor Note Toxic 1 List includes the PID and CO sensors Toxic 2 List includes the H2S CO COSH sensor 9 32 Press a or v to scroll to the new sensor and press to confirm A checkbox displays beside the new sensor To reconfigure exit the user options menu The following screen displays The detector deactivates and immediately reactivates It performs the reconfiguration during the start up The new sensor must also be calibrated as the calibration information returns to the default settings and the due date automatically displays as OL over limit while in normal operation Back FCO Ed CL2 E n Unit must restart to reconfigure qu io Pump Optional Accessory A Warning Use only the pump that is provided with the detector Do not exchange pump modules between detectors If the detector has been purchased with the pump the settings do not need to be adjusted If attaching a new pump module to the detector the flow rate must be set prior to using the pump 1 If required refer to Installing the Pump Module Press v to scroll Censors to Pump and press within 20 seconds to confirm kPump Initialize Dn 2 Press a and v to scroll to the required factory calibrated value Pump as
56. n factor function is not applicable to the IR CO sensor 26 26 Vol CH LEL Sensors Only If vol CH is enabled any currently enabled correction factor is ignored and the detector operates assuming a methane CH4 calibration After selecting the LEL sensor press v to scroll to vol CH4 Press within 20 seconds to confirm Press to toggle between enable and disable Confirmation is not required If no buttons are pushed after 20 seconds the detector returns to the sensor selection screen The change is saved automatically The detector is shipped with vol CH disabled Correction Factor CF CO PLEL Span 945 tavol CHy E Correction n Enable M Disable O Depending upon the selected sensor refer to the following sections LEL Sensor or PID Sensor for more information Note Corrections factors are not applicable to CO IR sensors LEL Sensor This option is used to enter compensation factors for hydrocarbons other than Span gas methane The factor can only be applied if K the LEL sensor has been calibrated with vol CHa methane kCorrection After selecting the LEL sensor press to 8 8B scroll to Correction Press within 20 seconds to confirm and access the LEL correction library Scroll to the required gas type and press A check displays in the corresponding checkbox The detector automatically applies the correction factor To disable t
57. ns now display in the selected language Tech Mode A Warning Tech mode should only be accessed by authorized personnel Tech mode can only be accessed from the Language option Press v to scroll to Language Do not press until instructed Logger Clock FLangquage E n In the following order press and continue to hold each button until Tech mode displays 1 2 Press and hold v with right index finger Press and hold 4 with right middle finger Press and hold with left thumb Clock Language Fech mode I n Press to enter Tech mode The options are as follows Sensors Pump Initialize Force calibration Force cal Bump test daily Bmp daily Stealth mode Stealth IR Stealth mode IR Stlth optional feature Sleep mode GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu Sensors A Caution Physically change the sensor prior to entering Tech mode to reconfigure the sensor type When a toxic sensor is physically removed and replaced by another toxic sensor the detector must be reconfigured to recognize the change Note If a sensor is replaced the detector will classify the sensor as overdue for calibration Calibrate the new sensor immediately 1 Press to scroll to Sensors Press C within 20 seconds to confirm and Back access the toxic sensor menu Sensors Pump r n 2 Press a or v to scroll to Toxic 1 or Toxic 2 and press within 20 Back seconds to confir
58. ntermittently enters alarm Ambient gas levels are near alarm Detector is operating normally Use caution without any apparent reason setpoint or the sensor is exposed to a in suspect areas Check MAX gas puff of the target gas exposure reading Alarms set incorrectly Reset alarm setpoints Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Missing or faulty sensor Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter Detector automatically deactivates Automatic shutdown activated because Refer to Replacing Charging the Batteries of weak batteries Clock icon is flashing The clock has failed Contact BW Technologies There is communication failure Contact BW Technologies 80 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Replacement Parts and Accessories Replacement Parts and Accessories MOON A Warning D4 RHMO4 TwinTox CO H5S sensor To avoid personal injury and or damage to the detector use only the specified replacement SR B04 parts RL PID10 6 Lamp for PID sensor M5PID ES 1 Electrode stack for PID sensor 2 M5PID CLN K1 Cleaning kit for PID sensor lamp M5 SS Sensor filters quad kit of 2 Quad calibration gas CH4 2 5 CG Q58 4 02 18 0 H2S 25 ppm 1 CO 100 ppm bal N 58 I Quad calibration gas CH4 2 5 CG Q34 4 02 18 0 H2S 25 ppm 1 CO 100 ppm bal N 34 1 Two gas calibration cylinder CG T34 50 LEL CHu 2 5 02 20 9 1 bal N2 34 I To order parts or accessories listed in Table 24 contact BW Technologies by Honeywell T
59. o 5 GasAlertMicro 5 PID and GasAlertMicro 5 IR to certain concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress a detector element that can seriously affect its performance If an alarm occurs due to high concentration of combustible gases recalibrate the sensor or if required replace the sensor Do not test the combustible sensor s response with a butane cigarette lighter doing so will damage the sensor Do not expose the detector to electrical shock or severe continuous mechanical shock GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Safety Information Read First A Cautions When calibrating Oz and CIO sensors that are located in the Toxic 2 sensor position a single gas calibration cap must be used to ensure accurate calibration For more information refer to Single Gas Calibration Cap Do not immerse the detector in liquids Use only the GasAlertMicro 5 IR battery pack with the GasAlertMicro 5 IR detector The IR battery pack is not compatible with other GasAlertMicro 5 products and vice versa Do not attempt to disassemble adjust or service the detector unless instructions for that procedure are provided in the manual and or that part is listed as a replacement part Use only BW Technologies Replacement Parts and Accessories The detector warranty will be voided if customer personnel or third parties damage the detector during repair attempts Non BW Technologies by repair service attempts void this warranty Table 2 International S
60. on and continuously thereafter Battery power is continually displayed 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 charged or until the battery power is almost depleted If the battery voltage becomes too low the detector deactivates Note Typically the low battery alarm continues for 30 minutes before the detector automatically deactivates Automatic Deactivation Alarm If the battery voltage is in immediate danger of falling below the minimum operating voltage the audible alarm beeps eight times and the visual alarm flashes eight times After 3 seconds the LCD dims and the detector deactivates To replace or charge the batteries refer to Replacing Charging the Batteries GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Guidelines When calibrating the detector adhere to the following guidelines e Recommended gas mixture CO 50 to 500 ppm balance N2 H2S 10 to 100 ppm balance N2 PHs3 1 to 5 ppm balance N2 SO 10 to 50 ppm balance N2 Cla 3 to 25 ppm balance N2 NH3 20 to 100 ppm balance N2 NO 5 to 50 ppm balance N2 HCN 5 to 20 ppm balance N2 CIO 0 1 to 1 0 ppm balance N2 Oa 0 1 to 1 0 ppm balance N2 VOC 100 ppm isobutylene LEL 10 to 100 LEL or 0 5 to 5 by vol methane balance air CO 5000 ppm balance air Oz clean air
61. or to enter calibration if a sensor is overdue upon start up Press to scroll to Force cal Initialize Force cal A Emp dailyo E DI Press to toggle between enable disable The detector is shipped with the Force cal option disabled Bump Daily If enabled the Bmp daily option forces the detector to perform a daily bump test to ensure that it is responding to the test Force cal O Emp dailyi gas Stealth O Press v to scroll to Bmp daily Press a to toggle between enable disable O o When enabled during start up the following screen displays LEL and 02 mandatory The bump test must be performed for the LEL and O sensors otherwise the detector will deactivate Refer to Bump lg n Daily Enabled for procedures The detector is shipped with the Bmp daily option disabled 34 Note If Bmp daily is enabled the O2 and LEL sensors require daily bump tests whenever the detector is activated or reactivated following 00 00 hours midnight Stealth Mode Note The Stealth and IR Stith cannot be enabled simultaneously The Stealth option disables the backlight visual alarms and audible alarms when Force cal O concealment is required i Emp dailyo Only the vibrator and the LCD activate Stealth E during an alarm condition do Press v to scroll to Stealth Press to toggle between enable disa
62. provided by BW When the value displays press within 5 seconds to confirm 150 After selecting a new flow rate a pump test must be performed 3 Exit the user options menu The detector automatically launches the pump test before returning to normal operating mode Refer to Pump Test for additional information Initialize The Initialize option restores the original factory default settings of the detector 1 Press to scroll to Initialize and press _ within 20 seconds to confirm 2 From the Initialize screen within 5 seconds e press No to exit or e press Yes to initialize Running pump test BREL 0 Pump rInitialize Force cal O E o Initialize o Ho Vez GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu If No is selected the following screen displays and the detector exits the initialize option Could not initialize If Yes is selected the following screen displays while performing the initializing process When initializing is complete the following screen displays Unit must The detector deactivates and then retart to immediately reactivates The detector then reconfigures to the default settings reconfigure while it performs the self test g n Verify all settings and alarm setpoints and then calibrate the sensors 33 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Force Calibration If enabled the Force cal option automatically forces the detect
63. r options the N LEL or PID custom correction factors display ote The alarm setpoints may vary by region Refer to Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints LEL sensor Custom PID correction correction Acetone 1 0 12 Pump Test Optional 8 Ifthe pump module is attached to the detector the following screens display Starting Running sampling pump test pump EN E n a n When the following screen displays block the pump inlet Pump tezt block inlet If the pump inlet is not blocked within 10 seconds or the pump test fails the following screens display GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Activating the Detector Pump test Repeat test Press 9 failed or remoue e to pump continue D If C is not pressed or the pump is not removed within 25 seconds the detector performs the pump test again If the pump test is successful the following screen displays and the self test continues Pump test successful o ni Unless disabled in user options the oxygen O sensor is calibrated automatically 13 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Automatic z span 0 3 El If the span is successful the detector beeps twice Note If the automatic O calibration feature has been disabled Automatic O2 span disabled displays 10 The number of days remaining before calibration is due displays for all sensors Days to next calibration If any sensor is over due for c
64. reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only Read and understand the user manual completely before operating or servicing Do not use the detector if it is damaged Before using the detector inspect the case Look for cracks and or missing parts If the detector is damaged or parts are missing contact BW Technologies by Honeywell immediately Use only sensor s that are specifically designed for the GasAlertMicro 5 GasAlertMicro 5 PID and GasAlertMicro 5 IR models Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Calibrate the detector before first time use and then on a regular schedule depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants BW recommends at least once every 180 days 6 months BW recommends to bump test the sensors before each day s use to confirm their ability and response 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 It is recommended that the combustible sensor be checked with a known concentration of calibration gas after any known exposure to 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 appropria
65. rection Factor Codes for PID if applicable TA accan B accione e Ammonia Benzene E Butadiene ICO a fere fu emee fi mene fa care Isobtyln Kerosene Ce Sirene e Tes 8 rss s WCG T Xeme Pa Sooo Acetone Benzene Butane Cyclohexane Ethanol Cr EtwiAG e ewe i l LK isobutylene Isopropanoi M MEK N Meme venan P octane Pemane R Propane S Tee T Tupentine uw esm Soo LEL in by Vol CH LEL in LEL 70 Maintenance To maintain the detector in good operating condition perform the following basic maintenance as required e Calibrate bump test and inspect the detector at regular intervals 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 Donotimmerse the detector in liquids Replacing Charging the Batteries A Warning To avoid personal injury and or property damage adhere to the following Replace the batteries immediately when the detector emits a low battery alarm GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Maintenance Use only batteries that are recommended by BW Technologies Use only approved batteries properly installed in the detector case Refer to Specifications for approved batteries Charge batteries using only a recommended BW charger Do not use any other charg
66. resumes normal operation or deactivates Latch O Passcode E passcode 1000 81 Passcode incorrect GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu Safe Display When enabled the safe option confirms that normal ambient conditions prevail and there are no gas hazards present When all gas levels are normal or below the alarm setpoints Safe displays continually on the LCD Passcode O Sate EA Fast pumpo D The detector is shipped with the safe option disabled Fast Pump Applicable to Pump Module Only If the pump module optional accessory is attached to the detector and the sampling hose is longer than 50 ft the Fast pump option must be enabled for maximum flow rate The detector is shipped with the fast pump option disabled Passcode D safe Note Maximizing the pump speed greatly reduces the battery life 21 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Sensor Configuration The Sensor option provides access to additional options and functions for each sensor Depending upon the sensor that is selected some or all of the following options are available for configuration e enabling disabling a sensor e setting the span gas value e adjusting the STEL period not applicable to LEL and O2 sensors e selecting the TWA method not applicable to LEL and O sensors e resolution setting not applicable to CO LEL O2 and CO sensors e vol CO CO sensor only e vol C
67. rporate Headquarters America Europe 2840 2nd Ave SE 3279 West Pioneer Parkway 5 Canada Close Calgary AB Arlington TX Banbury Oxfordshire Canada T2A 7X9 USA 76013 United Kingdom OX16 2RT Table of Contents Title Page INTOdUCIO Rss Pc Tq n PC lei 1 Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell 2 Safety Information Read FIISU sii ure an Lia ire 2 Gelling Staried o hace net Nisi uie ctetu teer ie M ceste 6 Activating NE STS GION cc 10 SCF TOS sedem A esc NM NM LU D Lese ce M DE 10 SS dev TTE 17 Sall Test dll teet tai 17 A O ubt ee d 17 Datalogger Operation Optional else nennen nnns 17 Deactivating the Deteclor 5 9 ode i baa urat iaia 18 User Opuons Menu ste tota obsit o stat doe nt oot let labii uscii 18 PxiCUSer oplons MCN M rs 19 Opon MORMU gt il 19 Sensor ODIT ANON otranto aan 22 OGG CFO OUOM e Ea 28 A A aede iiid a a Sees elba 29 Language Seleciona cia 30 A A RAN 30 nic dd ao diana 36 Gas Exposures COMME EOL 39 Viewing Gas EXpOSUPes eite lille 39 Clearing Gas EXpOSUTGS 5ceciess edad bee te etus testem dud dado eae ta au 40 Gas Alarm oelpolhlis seio Ei AIR ANI SAR 40 Viewing the Alarm SetpoinhtS i 40 Resetting Gas Alarm Setpolbls AnS 41 StoppingieGas Alarm all Ani licei allo se eli di 42 A n A in On E O ee er a ne Pee 42 RL 11 ERRE PR RR eee ta ore anne AE d 42 GasAlertMicro 5 PID I
68. ry pack 3 Remove the MMC SD card from the detector Refer to Figure 8 and Table 15 4 Connect the card reader to the USB port on the computer 5 Insert the MMC SD card into the card reader ensure that the pins face down 6 From the computer desktop double click Fleet Manager A popup displays Select one of the following e Create New Database e Use Existing Database GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR View Datalog Files in Spreadsheets 7 Another window opens Select the required Compatible software applications are database e Microsoft Excel 98 or later 8 From the Fleet Manager window click Import from e Quattro Pro the left menu bar e Lotus 1 2 3 9 A popup displays No MicroDock devices found e Microsoft Access and Click OK e Microsoft Word A browser window opens Key in Data Log File To view a datalog file in a software spreadsheet complete Path If required expand the window the following 10 Press to browse to My Computer 1 Deactivate the detector and remove the MMC SD card refer to Figure 8 11 From My Computer select Removable Disk drive 2 Insert the MMC SD card into the card reader 12 From the Removable Disk drive double click LOGFILEO csv 3 From the computer desktop double click My Computer to view the list of drives For additional information and procedures refer to the Fleet Manager Deluxe CD and Fleet Manager 4 Double click Removable Disk drive Online H
69. s If the detector passes the self test it enters normal operation and displays the ambient gas readings The detector begins recording the maximum gas exposure MAX and calculating the short term exposure level STEL and time weighted average TWA exposures Self Test Fail If a sensor fails FAIL flashes above that sensor on the normal operating screen For possible problems and solutions refer to Troubleshooting GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Activating the Detector Battery Test The batteries are tested when the detector is activated and continuously thereafter The battery power icon displays continually during normal operation If battery power is low flashes Datalogger Operation Optional A Caution Do not remove the battery pack while the detector is activated Doing so will prevent the datalogger from logging correctly Datalogger operation is automatic and requires no settings During normal operation the card is tested every 20 seconds Note The MMC SD card icon O displays continuously on datalogger detectors when the card is inserted The card is not required for operation of a detector equipped with datalogging however if the card is not inserted the detector will not record data 17 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Deactivating the Detector To deactivate the detector press and hold O while it beeps and flashes to the corresponding countdown Turning off in E At the
70. sensors To ensure accurate calibration a single gas calibration cap must be used to calibrate O3 and CIO sensors e CIO Use a Tedlar bag as a buffer between the generator and the detector using the single gas calibration cap to regulate the flow rate to ensure accurate readings e Allow the Tedlar bag to fill for several minutes before initiating calibration e 03 Calibrate only using the generator and the single gas calibration cap Do not use a Tedlar bag e Set the generator to 0 5 ppm at a flow rate of 0 5 l min liter per minute Depending upon the gas cylinder being used one or all four sensors can be calibrated at one time 50 Da Attach the calibration cap or single gas calibration cap for O3 and CIO and apply gas to the sensor s To attach caps refer to Figure 3 Refer to the following flow rates e 1000 ml min for NH3 and Cl e 500 ml min for CO e 250 500 ml min all other sensors flashes as the detector initially detects the calibration gas GasAlertMicro 5 and PID GasAlertMicro 5 IR EH ER ET wi iu After 30 seconds the detector beeps and stops flashing flashes while spanning the sensors until the detector has attained a sufficient level of the expected gas Refer to Table 12 for times required to span Table 12 Time Required to Span Gas Type Time Required to Span Most toxic gases 2 minutes and CO Insufficient Level If a sensor does not attain a s
71. setpoint LEL f sensor reading is negative half of the low alarm setpoint Multi gas alarm Two or more gas alarm conditions Viewing the Alarm Setpoints To view the current alarm setpoints for all of the sensors press a during normal operation The TWA STEL low and high alarm setpoint screens display in the following order ENI wa Tuesday S z 2 0 12 Oct 2004 10 0 3 EG 11 38pm I n Low EXIT IN ALARM ie S z 2 0 S z 5 0 00 0 235 15 0 200 mr m w m 19 5 10 23 5 20 EH i pmm i r DI if n If a correction factor has been applied to a sensor one of the following screens display indicating the sensor and gas type LEL sensor Custom PID correction correction Butane 1 0 Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints Note Standard factory alarm setpoints vary by region GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Alarms The following table lists the factory alarm setpoints according to the Occupational Safety and Health Association OSHA settings Table 9 OSHA Sample Factory Alarm Setpoints Ga TWA ste tow High _ To change the factory set alarm setpoints refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints 41 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Note To disable an alarm set the alarm setpoint to 0 zero Stopping a Gas Alarm The low and high alarms stop when the ambient gas level returns to
72. solution This option displays the gas measurement using Regular or Extra resolution Regular Displays gas measurement in 1 ppm Extra Displays the gas measurement in 0 1 ppm Note E D STEL period TWA method khesolution Regular resolution for Oz and CIO sensors is 0 1 ppm while extra resolution is 0 01 ppm The Resolution option is not available for CO O LEL PID and CO sensors After selecting the desired sensor press v to scroll to Resolution Press within 20 seconds to confirm A check displays in the checkbox of the currently selected resolution To select the other resolution press v to move the check to other resolution Press C to confirm the selection The detector is shipped with Regular resolution enabled kBack Regular E Extra O z n 25 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Vol CO CO Sensors Only If the vol CO is enabled the detector displays the carbon dioxide CO2 readings as vol 0 0 From the Sensors option menu select COs Press v to scroll to vol CO Press to toggle between enable and disable Confirmation is not required If no buttons are pushed after 20 seconds the detector returns to the sensor selection screen The change is saved automatically The detector is shipped with vol CO disabled Note Back KC Cle e n TWA method Kul C 2 E cero level e o Enable M Disable O The correctio
73. ss v to scroll to STEL period and press within 20 seconds to confirm The STEL period can be set from 5 to 15 minutes Press a or to scroll to the required value and then press within 5 seconds to confirm If C is not pressed within 5 seconds to confirm the new value the detector retains the previous value and returns to the user options menu The detector is shipped with the STEL period set to 15 minutes Sens on Span gas STEL period n STEL periad 15 min TWA Method The time weighted average TWA method option is used to select either the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA or the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists ACGIH calculating method OSHA Method 8 hour moving average STEL period PETLJA method Resolution ao ACGIH Method Infinite accumulated average to 8 hours After selecting the desired sensor press to scroll to TWA method Press within 20 seconds to confirm A check displays in the checkbox of the currently selected method To select the other method press to move the check to other method Press to confirm the selection The detector is shipped with the OSHA method enabled Note If the TWA method has been changed the TWA STEL and MAX peak values must be reset to ensure the TWA is calculated correctly Refer to Clearing Gas Exposures GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Options Menu He
74. sure gas is being applied to the sensor e Ensure the sensors detect at least one half of the expected gas concentration in the first 30 seconds e Ensure the gas concentration does not drop below one half of the expected gas concentration during the span If the detector still fails to span the sensor s repeat the calibration using a new gas cylinder If the span is still unsuccessful replace the sensor s Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 94 No Gas Detected If the detector does not detect any gas within 30 seconds the following screens display Ho cal gas Press a to Press to detected reapply end span cal gas r DI A DI n Press 4 to reapply gas using another gas cylinder or press v to end the span and proceed to step 7 Did Not Reach Target Span If the span did not reach the target span as set in the user options menu Span Gas Value for the selected sensor the detector displays the following screens H25 Accept Span target aho not reached gaz a DI lf n GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Not reaching the target span can be the result of Ensure the gas cylinder being used is correct and that the span concentration value s of the detector matches the value s of the gas cylinder Refer to Span Gas Value if e the gas cylinder being past the expiry date or required e aproblem with the span gas e a problem with the sensor Adjus
75. te gas High off scale LEL or v v methane readings may indicate an explosive concentration Only the combustible gas detection portion of this instrument has been assessed for performance by CSA International GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual A Cautions Protect the combustible sensor from exposure to lead compounds silicones and chlorinated hydrocarbons Although certain organic vapors such as leaded gasoline and halogenated hydrocarbons may temporarily inhibit sensor performance in most cases the sensor will recover after calibration Any rapid up scaling reading followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale limit which 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 adhere to this precaution can lead to fire and or explosion Protect the PID sensor from exposure to silicone vapors The optional BW pump module M5 PUMP is certified for use with the GasAlertMicro 5 the GasAlertMicro 5 PID and the GasAlertMicro 5 IR only Read and adhere to all instructions and precautions in the literature provided with the charger Failure to do so can result in fire electric shock personal injury and or property damage Extended exposure of the GasAlertMicr
76. tment Expected If the calibration adjustment is expected press to accept the span Accept Current Span If the span gas gas cylinder and sensor appear to be correct press O to accept the Adjustment Not Expected If the calibration adjustment current span is not expected or the span gas value does not match the gas cylinder press O to reject the span and calibrate Reject Current Span Press to reject Verify the span that sensor again gas and the detector settings and then calibrate the sensor again Setting the Calibration Due Date Large Span 7 When the span is complete the calibration due If the span adjustment is unusually large more than 15 date can be set for each sensor that has spanned the following screens display successfully The following screen displays Large Accept Due Dates H25 span olo o to skip change aves a to set o la ni i n 55 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual 96 Ta Press to set the calibration due dates or press to bypass and proceed to step 8 Set days to next calibrations r n Note Unless a new due date value is entered the detector automatically resets to the previously entered number of days eg 180 for each sensor that has spanned successfully The calibration due dates are set in the following order e Toxic 1 e Toxic2 e LEL e O5 If the due date of an unsuccessfully spanned
77. ufficient level of expected gas it is cleared from the LCD and is not spanned While the detector is spanning the sensor s a countdown of time remaining displays in the lower left of the screen GasAlertMicro 5 and PID GasAlertMicro 5 IR Cz 2900 120 When the span is complete the following screen displays GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints Calibration successful Proceed to Successful Span step 6 If problems occur during the span refer to Unsuccessful Span for possible solutions Select Sensor 5b Scroll to Sensor in user options and press The following screen displays The list of sensors will vary depending upon the sensors that are installed kExit CO Ei Clz E 8 n Note Only sensors that are selected are accepted for the current span 91 GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual Ensure that the checkbox is enabled for the sensor that is to be spanned Press to exit The Apply span gas to calibrate screen then displays Refer back to step 5 Apply span gas now Lo calibrate Skip Calibration 5c If is pressed proceed to step 7 Setting the Calibration Due Date Successful Span 6 If the sensor s has spanned successfully the audible alarm beeps three times and the following screens display Press to Press to apply a new end span cal gas 92 6a Ifthere are more sensors to
78. ymbols Symbol Meaning European Explosives Protection Conforms to European Union Directives ATEX Conforms to European ATEX Directives IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission Scheme for Certification to Standards for Electrical Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres GasAlertMicro 5 PID IR User Manual To order replacement parts refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories Getting Started The list below provides the standard items included with the detector If the detector is damaged or parts are missing contact the place of purchase immediately The detector is shipped with sensors and alkaline batteries installed To replace the sensors and batteries refer to Maintenance e Batteries three replaceable alkaline cells or one rechargeable battery pack with the GasAlertMicro 5 Battery Charger also provided with the GasAlertMicro 5 To become oriented with the features and functions of the detector refer to the following figures and tables PID and the GasAlertMicro 5 IR e Figure 1 and Table 3 describes the detector e Sensors O combustible LEL toxic H2S CO see cl TwinTox sensor PID or CO2 e Figure 2 and Table 4 describes the detector Calibration cap and hose Liquid Crystal Display LCD elements l l e Table 5 describes the detector pushbuttons e Single gas calibration cap e Screwdriver e Quick reference guide e Fleet Manager CD if applicable e Manual and training CD ROM Figure

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