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- Page 1 ARA Single Gas Detector Instrument User Manual V1.1 Unrivaled Gas Detection. ionscience.com/usa...
- Page 2 ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Thank you for purchasing your ION Science product. Standard warranty for the ARA is two years. Hibernation models have a three-year warranty (if hibernation mode is activated) Unrivaled Gas Detection. ionscience.com/usa Page 2 of 28...
- Page 3 ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 EU Declaration of Conformity The EU Authorized Representative of the manufacturer Ion Science, Inc. has sole responsibility, on the date this product accompanied by this declaration is placed on the market, the product conforms to all technical and...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Failures ..............................21 Cleaning ..............................21 Different Models ............................ 22 Technical Specification .......................... 23 Limited Warranty ........................... 24 Intended Use ............................25 Certification and Approvals ........................25 ION Science Contacts ..........................26 Unrivaled Gas Detection. ionscience.com/usa Page 4 of 28... -
Page 5: Safety
• To the extent permitted by law, ION Science shall not be liable to any person or entity for any loss or damage which may arise from the use of this manual. •... - Page 6 Do not attempt to replace the battery or sensor, the product is designed to be maintenance free, changing these components will void the warranty. If you suspect any malfunction or have any technical problems, please contact ION Science. Unrivaled Gas Detection.
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Page 7: Disposal
Always adhere to local regulations and procedures when disposing of the equipment. • ION Science, Inc. offers a take back service. Please contact us for more information. RECYCLING The detector contains a lithium battery that must be disposed in a recycling bin. -
Page 8: Activating Ara
The display mode can be changed in the IR Link software with the "Life Remaining" and "Sensor Reading" user options. WARNING: If the display is missing icons or displayed figures can’t be read, please contact ION Science promptly. Unrivaled Gas Detection. - Page 9 ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Image above shows all the icons on ARA. The table below shows the symbols and their meanings. Mode Symbol Description HIGH/LOW Alarms Alarm LOW Alarms HIGH Alarms S sensor (Blinking: Self-Test required) CO sensor (Blinking: Self-Test required) Sensor sensor (Blinking: Self-Test required)
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Page 10: Self-Test
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Self-Test Prior to daily use, it is recommended that users perform a self-test to ensure ARA awareness alarms (audio, visual and vibration) and all segments of the display screen are functioning correctly. Below is a step-by-step process for performing the test: STEP 1 Sensor type icon will blink when a self-test is required. - Page 11 The unit will then wait for the self-test to be repeated. If unsuccessful following a few attempts, do not use the instrument and contact ION Science. User ID Display f programmed with a "User ID"...
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Page 12: Peak Reading Display
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Peak Reading Display If an ARA has been exposed to a gas concentration that exceeds the LOW or HIGH alarm set points, the detector will display the "max" icon. If the "max” icon is displayed, the peak (maximum) value will be displayed as shown below. To determine the max peak value detected by the ARA, press the button. -
Page 13: Alarms
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Alarms LOW Alarms 1) Audible Alarm (2 times/second) 2) Visual LED blinking (2 times/second) 3) Vibrator Alarm (1 time/second) HIGH Alarms 1) Audible Alarm (3 times/second) 2) Visual LED blinking (3 times/second) 3) Vibrator Alarm (1.5 time/second) Alarm Set Point The below table shows the factory default settings Alarm... -
Page 14: Event Log
Alarm level(s) in ppm or % • Type of alarms • Bump test (Yes or no) Bump Test Procedure NOTE: Ion Science recommend the below calibration gas concentrations when conducting bump tests and/or calibrations. Calibration Gas Span Settings 25ppm 100 ppm 10 ppm 18.0 % Unrivaled Gas Detection. - Page 15 1) Ara calibration cap (included with each Ara) 2) Appropriate calibration gas 3) Manual Fixed flow regulator Ion Science recommend 0.3L/min (Alternative 0.5L/min) 4) A suitable length of tubing to connect the calibration cap to the fixed flow regulator (e.g., Tygon)
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Page 16: Zeroing The O 2 Ara
If this procedure fails, the detector will continuously sound the audio alarm and the LEDs will turn on and off. If this happens, please contact ION Science. NOTE: The Calibration Interval for the Oxygen ARA refers to the frequency of Zeroing. For the remaining ARA versions, this means SPAN calibration frequency. -
Page 17: Calibration Procedure
1) ARA calibration cap (included with each ARA) 2) Appropriate calibration gas 3) Manual Fixed flow regulator ION Science recommend 0.3L/min (Alternative 0.5L/min) 4) A suitable length of tubing to connect the calibration cap to the fixed flow regulator (e.g., Tygon) 5) ARA IR Link (p/n 908201) 6) The ARA software V2.0.0.10 is required, go to www.ionscience.com to download a free copy. - Page 18 ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Attach the regulator, tubing and calibration cap to the cylinder so it’s ready for use. Click ‘Sensor Calibration’ (a new window will pop-up) NOTE: Ensure that the Span value is the same as the calibration gas concentration. If not use the Up/Down arrows to adjust (refer to the label on calibration gas cylinder) IMPORTANT: Ensure you are in a clean fresh air environment.
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Page 19: Hiberation Mode
This period remains in place until the ARA has exceeded 12 months of accumulated hibernation. ION Science cannot guarantee the product after the warranty of 3 years. To switch over to the hibernation mode, please follow the instructions below: 1) Position the ARA in front of the IR Link 2) Click on the hibernation button, the detector will then go into hibernation. -
Page 20: Using Ara Software
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 NOTES: • The event log will be cleared when the detector is hibernated. It is highly recommended to save event logs before hibernation. • To re-activate the detector from hibernation status, press and hold the button for approximately 5 seconds. -
Page 21: Saving Event Logs
Simply adjust and reposition the ARA in relation to the IR Link. If you have tried this a few times and haven’t had any success, please contact ION Science. Once the instrument is connected and has successfully been read, the settings can be changed. Click on Write Device to save the settings to the ARA. -
Page 22: Failures
Where the self-test fails three consecutive times, the detector will display “EOL” on the screen and SHUT-DOWN alarm will appear. If this warning occurs, please contact ION Science. During the detector’s lifetime, the battery will be continuously monitored. If the battery voltage is too low or below a certain level when 3 hours passed, the detector will display EO4 and SHUT-DOWN alarm will appear. -
Page 23: Different Models
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Different Models Model Description Model Hydrogen Sulfide (H S) Gas Detector ARA100 Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas Detector ARA200 Oxygen (O ) Gas Detector ARA300 Sulphur Dioxide (SO ) Gas Detector ARA400 Hydrogen Sulfide (H S) Gas Detector ARA100H - Hibernation Option Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas Detector... -
Page 24: Technical Specification
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Technical Specifications ARA Specifications 87 x 50 x29 mm (3.4 x 2.0 x 1.1 in) Size: 92 g (3.2 oz) Weight: S, CO, SO : -40 to +140F Temperature: : -22 to +140F 5 – 95% RH Humidity: IP67 Ingress Protection:... -
Page 25: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty Where a product within the warranty period has a defect or a quality issue, ION Science provides a buyer with a repair or a replacement for free of charge by ION Science or through an ION Science authorized agency and service center. -
Page 26: Intended Use
ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 damages or losses, including loss of data, whether arising from breach of warranty or based on contract, tort, or reliance on any other theory. Some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an applied warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer. - Page 27 ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 ION Science Contact Details UK and Head Office German Office USA Office ION Science Ltd ISM ION Science Messtechnik ION Science Inc The Hive, Butts Lane, Laubach 30 4153 Bluebonnet Drive Fowlmere Metmann-Neandertal Stafford Royston...
- Page 28 ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1 Manual Log Manual Instrument Amendment Issue Date Version Firmware Software V1.1 O2 ARA fresh air zero added. Calibration of all 14/10/2021 V2.7 V2.0.0.10 sensors added Unrivaled Gas Detection. ionscience.com/usa Page 28 of 28...