BW Technologies GasAlert Extreme Manual do Utilizador

iERP: 125465D5561/6 [English]© BW Technologies 2008. All rights reserved.Single Gas DetectorUser Manual

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manualviii

1GasAlert ExtremeIntroductiona WarningTo ensure your personal safety, read “Safety Information” before using the detector.The GasAlert Extreme gas det

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual2Contacting BW Technologies by HoneywellTo contact BW Technologies by Honeywell, call:USA: 1-888-749-8878Canada: 1-800-663-

3GasAlert ExtremeUser Manuala CautionTo avoid possible personal injury, adhere to the following:• Warning: Substitution of components may impair Intri

4GasAlert ExtremeUser Manuala CautionTable 2. International SymbolsTo avoid possible damage to the detector, adhere to the following:• Do not expose t

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual5Getting StartedThe items listed below are included with the detector. If the detector is damaged or parts are missing, con

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual6Figure 1. GasAlert Extreme DetectorTable 3. GasAlert Extreme DetectorItem Description1 Visual alarm indicators (LEDs)2 Liq

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual7Figure 2. Display ElementsNoteWhen enabled, the backlight option automatically activates for 3 seconds whenever there is i

8GasAlert ExtremeUser ManualTable 5. PushbuttonsPushbutton DescriptionA• To activate the detector, press A.• To enable/disable the confidence beep, wh

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual9Activating the DetectorTo activate the detector, press A in a safe area, free of hazardous gas.Self-TestWhen the detector

Limited Warranty and Limitation LiabilityBW Technologies LP (BW) warrants the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual105. Sensor Test: The detector tests the sensor. If the sensor test fails, the detector beeps slowly, the LEDs flash slowly

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual119. Low Alarm Setpoint: The LCD displays the low alarm setpoint.10. High Alarm Setpoint: The LCD displays the high alarm s

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual12The detector then automatically deactivates.12. Bump Test Fail: If a previous bump test failed, the detector beeps, vibra

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual13Deactivating the DetectorNote If Deactivation Passcode Protection is enabled, the detector cannot be disabled without ent

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual14User Options MenuNoteWhen selecting a user option, Set flashes and the LCD dis-plays the opposite of what is currently en

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual15Exit When entering user options, the EXIT screen displays immediately fol-lowing the options (OPTN) screen. The LCD autom

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual16NoteIf a value is not bypassed by pressing C within 10 seconds, the detector automatically proceeds to the next date/time

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual17Disable Passcode ProtectionWhen the detector is passcode protected, the key icon displays continu-ally. To disable the pa

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual18To deactivate the detector, complete the following:1. From normal operation, press and hold A to deactivate the detector.

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual19NoteIf the option is not confirmed by pressing C within 10 seconds, the detector returns to normal operation.Automatic Ba

iTable of ContentsTitle PageIntroduction ...

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual20To enable/disable the latching alarm option, complete the following:1. From the EXIT screen, press D or E to scroll to th

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual21Calibration Past Due OptionThe calibration past due (PAST) option enables an automatic shutdown during start-up if the de

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual22Spanish OptionThe Spanish (ESPA) option enables the LCD to display text in Spanish.NoteIf the multi-language option is in

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual232. Press C to select the option. The LCD then displays the French exit screen.3. Press D or E to scroll to another user o

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual244. Press D or E to scroll to another user option or press C to exit and return to normal operation.NoteIf a datalogging s

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual25LAST and ALL TransfersIf the LAST or ALL option is selected, the LCD displays a countdown and the data transmission icon

26GasAlert ExtremeAlarmsAlarmsTable 6 describes detector alarms and corresponding screen. During an alarm condition, the detector activates the backli

27GasAlert ExtremeUser ManualTable 6. Alarms NoteThe high alarm and STEL alarm have the same priority. A high alarm and/or STEL alarm overrides a low

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual28Computed Gas Exposuresa WarningTo avoid possible personal injury, do not deactivate the detector during a work shift. The

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual29Gas Alarm SetpointsTable 8 describes the gas setpoints that trigger the gas alarms.Table 8. Gas Alarm SetpointsStopping a

GasAlert ExtremeUser ManualTitle PageiiPortuguese Option...

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual30Clearing Gas ExposuresThe peak gas exposures automatically clear after deactivating the detec-tor.To clear the MAX, TWA,

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual31Low Battery AlarmIf a low battery alarm occurs, follow your company’s safety procedures.The detector tests the battery up

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual32Calibration and Setting Alarm SetpointsGuidelinesWhen calibrating the detector, adhere to the following guidelines.• Reco

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual33Test CapThe calibration cap and hose are shipped with the detector for calibra-tion.Refer to Table 10 and Figure 3 for in

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual34CalibrationCalibration requires several steps, some of which can be bypassed. A note is added to each option that can be

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual35Passcode ProtectedAfter a successful auto zero, and if the passcode protected option is enabled, PASS displays. The passc

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual36SpanNoteTo bypass the span function, press C to automatically pro-ceed to the alarm setpoint screens. If the span is bypa

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual37Setting the Calibration Due DateAfter a successful calibration, the LCD displays the CAL. DUE screens and the number of d

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual38Setting the STEL Alarm SetpointNoteTo bypass and retain the current STEL alarm setpoint value, press C. The detector auto

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual39Setting the High Alarm SetpointNoteTo bypass and retain the current high alarm setpoint value, press C. The detector then

iiiGasAlert ExtremeUser ManualTitle PageAuto Zero ...

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual40Datalog and Event LogThe GasAlert Extreme datalogger version allows the detector to record various information so a repor

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual41MaintenanceTo maintain the detector in good operating condition, perform the follow-ing basic maintenance as required:• C

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual42Figure 5. Rear Shell SealTable 12. Rear Shell SealFigure 6. Front Shell SealTable 13. Front Shell SealItem Description1 S

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual43Replacing the Battery or Sensora WarningTo avoid possible personal injury, adhere to the following:• Replace the battery

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual444. Remove the PCB. 5. Replace the sensor.Gently rock the sensor back and forth to remove a tightly held sensor.NoteAllow

45GasAlert ExtremeMaintenanceClearing a SensorEach sensor has a high degree of resistance to common vapors and gases. To clear a sensor, move the dete

46GasAlert ExtremeUser ManualTroubleshootingIf a problem occurs, refer to the solutions provided in Table 14. If the problem persists, contact BW Tech

47GasAlert ExtremeTroubleshootingTable 14. Troubleshooting TipsProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe detector does not display a normal ambient gas readi

48GasAlert ExtremeUser ManualTable 14. Troubleshooting TipsProblem Possible Cause SolutionThe detector intermittently enters alarm mode without appare

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual49Replacement Parts and Accessoriesa WarningTo avoid personal injury or damage to the detector, use only specified replacem

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manualiv

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual50SpecificationsInstrument dimensions: 2.8 x 5.0 x 9.5 cm (1.1 x 2.0 x 3.75 in.)Weight: 82 g (2.9 oz.)Operating temperature

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual51General Specifications for Datalogger UnitsStorage: Maximum of 8 months of data at 5 second intervals (based on a normal

GasAlert ExtremeUser Manual52

iERP: 125465D5561/6 [English]© BW Technologies 2008. All rights reserved.Single Gas DetectorUser Manual

vList of TablesTable Title Page1. GasAlert Extreme Models ...

viGasAlert ExtremeUser Manual

viiList of FiguresTitle Figure Page1. GasAlert Extreme Detector .....................