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  • Page 1 MicroDock II Automatic Test and Calibration Station User Manual...
  • Page 2 Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability BW Technologies LP (BW) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years, beginning on the date of shipment to the buyer. This warranty extends only to the sale of new and unused products to the original buyer. BW’s warranty obligation is limited, at BW’s option, to refund of the purchase price, repair, or replacement of a defective product that is returned to a BW authorized service...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Information - Read First ......................2 Getting Started ............................5 MicroDock II Base Station and Docking Modules................. 6 Parts of the MicroDock II and Docking Module ..............7 Display Elements ..........................8 Pushbuttons ............................8 Docking Module Pushbuttons....................8 Station Pushbuttons.......................
  • Page 4 MicroDock II Users Manual Activating the Station ......................29 Self-Test..........................29 Deactivating the Station.......................30 User Options Menu ..........................30 Time/Date ..........................31 Inlet Setup ..........................32 Pump Setup .........................37 Contrast..........................38 Backlight ..........................38 About ...........................39 Format the MultiMediaCard (MMC) ..................40 Inlet Select ...........................41 Pass Code ...........................42 Language ..........................43...
  • Page 5 Calibration Results....................... 62 Data Transfer ............................64 Transferring Datalogs ......................64 Automatic Datalog Download ....................65 Base Station MultiMediaCard (MMC) ....................66 Event Logging........................66 Inserting/Replacing a MMC ....................66 Accessing Test Results ....................... 66 PC Requirements ........................ 67 Accessing Test Results Using Windows 98, SE, or 2000 ........... 67 Accessing Test Results Using Windows XP ...............
  • Page 6 MicroDock II Users Manual...
  • Page 7 Inserting the GasAlertMicroClip ..................17 Torque Specifications ...................... 18 Adding Another Docking Module ..................18 Mounting the MicroDock II ....................24 Dip Switch Settings ......................25 Changing Dip Switch Settings ..................26 Inlets 2-5 – Available Gas Types ..................34 Gas Type Application Table.....................
  • Page 8 MicroDock II Users Manual...
  • Page 9 List of Figures Figure Title Page MicroDock II Base Station and Docking Modules ............... 6 The MicroDock II Docking Module ....................7 Station Pushbuttons........................9 Station Connections........................10 Inserting the GasAlertClip Extreme or the GasAlert Extreme ........... 12 Inserting the GasAlertMicro ....................... 13 Inserting a GasAlertMicro 5 or the GasAlertMicro 5 PID............
  • Page 10 Fresh air inlet filter • Two 2 ft. (0.6 m) calibration gas hoses • Two gas cylinder inlet fittings • CD: MicroDock II User Manual and MicroDock II Quick Reference Guide translations • MicroDock II Quick Reference Guide • Fleet Manager Deluxe CD...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    • GasAlertMicroClip detectors. before using the MicroDock II Base Station. A maximum of ten modules can be connected to the station. The MicroDock II Automatic Test and Calibration Station (“the station”) provides automated calibration and bump Note testing for There is a maximum of six charging modules.

  • Page 12: Contacting Bw Technologies

    2840 – 2 Avenue S.E. solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be disposed Calgary, AB T2A 7X9 of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler. CANADA Email us at: info@bwnet.com Visit BW Technologies’ web site at: www.gasmonitors.com ISO 9001...
  • Page 13 ⇒ A demand flow regulator must be used with all gas cylinder connections. ⇒ Do not expose the station to electrical shock or severe continuous mechanical shock. ⇒ The station warranty will be void if the unit is disassembled, adjusted, or serviced by non-BW Technologies personnel.
  • Page 14 ⇒ Do not charge the battery pack with any other charger. ⇒ Do not attempt to disassemble, adjust, or service the charger unless instructions are provided to perform a procedure, or a part is listed as a replacement part in the user manual . Use only BW Technologies replacement parts.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Getting Started Note Getting Started A standard MicroDock II base station is shipped with two Confirm that the items below are included with the station. If inlets. A maximum of four calibration gas inlets can be the station is damaged or parts are missing, contact the included if specified by the user before purchasing.

  • Page 16: Microdock Ii Base Station And Docking Modules

    MicroDock II Users Manual MicroDock II Base Station and Docking Modules Figure 1. MicroDock II Base Station and Docking Modules To connect additional docking modules and for procedures to correctly insert detectors into docking modules, refer to Installation.

  • Page 17: Parts Of The Microdock Ii And Docking Module

    MicroDock II MicroDock II Base Station and Docking Modules Table 2. The MicroDock II and Docking Module Parts of the MicroDock II and Docking Module Item Description Liquid crystal display (LCD) Zero air/purge inlet (inlet 1) Calibration gas inlet (inlet 2)

  • Page 18: Display Elements

    MicroDock II Users Manual Display Elements Pushbuttons Table 3. Display Elements Docking Module Pushbuttons Icon Description Table 4. Docking Module Pushbuttons AC power Pushbutton Description Batteries charged To bump a detector, press C BUMP CHECK. Batteries half-charged After connecting a new...

  • Page 19: Station Pushbuttons

    MicroDock II Pushbuttons Table 5. Station Pushbuttons Station Pushbuttons Item Description • Activate the base station • Select menu to access the user options • Scroll up to different user options or to other functions/selections within a user option •...

  • Page 20: Installation

    MicroDock II Users Manual Table 6. Station Connections Installation Item Description Inlet filter assembly (PURGE 1) C-cell batteries (4) Battery cover Philips pan-head retaining screws (2) MultiMediaCard (MMC) Battery compartment Charger port USB port Power port Exhaust outlet Gas cylinder...

  • Page 21: Battery Installation

    MicroDock II Installation Battery Installation Note The station can operate from either an electrical power aWarning source or by using batteries. The batteries will provide Only change batteries in an atmosphere that is clear of automatic backup power if the main power fails.
  • Page 22 MicroDock II Users Manual Table 7. Inserting the GasAlertClip Extreme and the GasAlert Extreme Item Description Alligator clip Docking module lid Release tabs Detector bay Activate the detector and wait until it is in normal operating mode. Ensure the alligator clip is closed and the ring is resting flat to prevent disruptions with the transmission.

  • Page 23: Inserting The Gasalertmicro

    MicroDock II Inserting the GasAlertMicro When the detector has been inserted correctly, the RUN LED(s) on the docking module lights yellow and Unit Inserted displays. The station LCD displays the following docking module identification; the • type of detector that is inserted, and •...

  • Page 24: Inserting The Gasalertmicro 5 And Gasalertmicro 5 Pid

    MicroDock II Users Manual Table 8. Inserting the GasAlertMicro Lower the lid and press down until the release tabs click. Item Description When the detector has been inserted correctly, the Docking module lid RUN LEDs on the docking module light yellow and Release tabs Unit Inserted screen displays.
  • Page 25 MicroDock II Inserting the GasAlertMicro 5 and GasAlertMicro 5 PID Table 9. Inserting the GasAlertMicro 5 or the GasAlertMicro 5 PID Item Description Docking module lid Release tabs Diffusion adapter Detector bay Connector pins (charging model only) Charge status indicator...
  • Page 26 MicroDock II Users Manual Important: If the GasAlertMicro 5 or GasAlertMicro Ensure that the connector outlets on the bottom of 5 PID detector is fitted with a pump, the diffusion the detector lock into place over the connector pins adapter must be removed from the docking module in the docking bay, and then lower the top into lid.

  • Page 27: Inserting The Gasalertmicroclip

    MicroDock II Inserting the GasAlertMicroClip Table 10. Inserting the GasAlertMicroClip Inserting the GasAlertMicroClip Caution Item Description Infrared or intense ambient light (sun or halogen) may Module lid interfere with the station/detector communication. Release tabs Detector bay Alligator clip Charger status indicator...

  • Page 28: Adding Another Docking Module

    MicroDock II Users Manual a Warning Insert the bottom of the detector (serial number face up) at a 30 angle into the detector bay and then Only one module can be connected at a time. Complete steps #1-19 for each docking module that is lower the top into place.
  • Page 29 MicroDock II Adding Another Docking Module Figure 10. Adding Another Docking Module (Front View)
  • Page 30 MicroDock II Users Manual Figure 11. Adding Another Docking Module (Back View)
  • Page 31 MicroDock II Adding Another Docking Module Figure 12. Attaching Back Cover Plate (Back View)

  • Page 32: Initializing The New Docking Module

    MicroDock II Users Manual Deactivate the station. Remove the power cord from the POWER port. Press C Ok to save the setting. Remove the end plate. There are three Phillips screws on the front and three Philips screws on the 10.
  • Page 33 MicroDock II Adding Another Docking Module 17. From the station, press C or C 13. From the station, access the user options menu. until the flow meter displays 350 ml/m. 14. Press C or C to scroll to the Pump Setup 18.

  • Page 34: Mounting The Microdock Ii

    Because of the variety of surfaces that the station can be Mounting the MicroDock II mounted to, mounting screws are not provided. Figure 14. Parts of the Wall Mounting Plate Table 13. Mounting the MicroDock II Figure 13. Attaching the Wall Mounting Plate Item Description...

  • Page 35: Changing Dip Switch Settings

    MicroDock II Changing Dip Switch Settings Table 14. Dip Switch Settings The MicroDock II station can be easily mounted to a secure surface. To mount the station, complete the following: Gas Type Dip Switch Setting Determine a secure location where the station is to Sulphur dioxide (SO be mounted.
  • Page 36 MicroDock II Users Manual To change the dipswitch setting on a GasAlertClip Extreme Fasten the bottom cover plate using the six Phillips docking module refer to tables 14 and 15, figures 15 and 16, flat-head screws. Fasten the remaining three Phillips and complete the following: pan-head screws to the top of the docking module.
  • Page 37 MicroDock II Changing Dip Switch Settings Figure 15. Detaching the GasAlertClip Extreme Module...
  • Page 38 MicroDock II Users Manual Figure 16. Changing Dip Switch Settings...

  • Page 39: How To Use The Base Station

    MicroDock II How to Use the Base Station Press and hold C (the left most button) until the How to Use the Base Station initializing screen displays. a Warning To prevent possible injury and/or property damage, only use the station in an atmosphere that is clear of hazardous gas.

  • Page 40: Deactivating The Station

    MicroDock II Users Manual If a detector is inserted but not activated, the LCD displays the following message. The power down screen displays briefly before the station deactivates. Press C OK to acknowledge the error message. User Options Menu Batteries: The batteries are tested during activation and The user options menu provides access to ten options.

  • Page 41: Time/Date

    MicroDock II User Options Menu To access the user options menu, complete the following: To change the date, time, and/or day of the week, complete the following: Press and hold C menu to access the first screen. From the user options menu, press C or C scroll to the Time/Date option.

  • Page 42: Inlet Setup

    MicroDock II Users Manual Inlet Setup The cursor automatically displays below the first value of the month. Each value is selected, The Inlet Setup option is used to setup the specific gas changed, and bypassed individually. cylinders for bump checks and calibrations. This option is used to •...
  • Page 43 MicroDock II User Options Menu To confirm that the inlets are setup correctly, complete the The inlet screens (2-5) have three options to following: modify: • From the user options menu, press C or C Gas type scroll to the Inlet Setup option.
  • Page 44 MicroDock II Users Manual Gas Type: Gas Type Gas Concentration There are thirty-three gas types to select from. Refer to the % LEL Ethanol following table. Ethanol Equiv. % LEL Hexane % LEL Table 16. Inlets 2-5 – Available Gas Types % LEL Hexane Equiv.
  • Page 45 MicroDock II User Options Menu Note To enter the gas concentration level for the selected gas, proceed to the following section icon is used to scroll to different options and functions. Gas Concentration Level. icon displays when a field is selected and can be modified.
  • Page 46 MicroDock II Users Manual 10. Press C to move the icon down to the gas concentration level. 12. Press C or C to scroll to the required value. Press C sel to save the new value. 11. Press C sel. If the gas concentration level can be...

  • Page 47: Pump Setup

    MicroDock II User Options Menu data. A maximum of fourteen characters (letters and/or The following screen displays the corresponding lot numbers) can be selected. number for the attached gas cylinder. 16. Press C to move down to the lot number field.

  • Page 48: Contrast

    MicroDock II Users Manual Contrast Press C sel to save the new value and deactivate the field ( changes back to The Contrast option is used to brighten or darken the LCD. To adjust the contrast level, complete the following:...

  • Page 49: About

    MicroDock II User Options Menu Press C sel to select the option and activate the About field ( changes to The About option displays the serial number for the station and for each docking module that is connected. To view the...

  • Page 50: Format The Multimediacard (Mmc)

    MicroDock II Users Manual Format the MultiMediaCard (MMC) Note If the MMC has never been formatted, the station will This option is used to format the MultiMediaCard (MMC). automatically prompt to format the card (refer to step #5-6). Note Press C...

  • Page 51: Inlet Select

    MicroDock II User Options Menu If No is selected, the LCD automatically returns to If manu is enabled, the applicable test gas must be selected the user options screen. If there is a problem with each time a bump/calibration is performed. If the manu the card, the following screen displays.

  • Page 52: Pass Code

    MicroDock II Users Manual When the desired option displays, press C sel to Pass Code confirm the selection and deactivate the field The Pass Code option is used to prevent unauthorized changes back to access to the user options menu. When the station is pass code protected, displays on the normal operating screen.

  • Page 53: Language

    MicroDock II User Options Menu When the correct value displays, press C sel to save the From the user options menu, press C or C first value. The cursor automatically moves to the next value. scroll to the Language: option.

  • Page 54: Results History

    MicroDock II Users Manual When the desired language displays, press C sel Note to confirm the selection and deactivate the field The results history log is erased when the station is changes to deactivated. The LCD now displays all of the screens in the To view the results history log, complete the following: selected language.

  • Page 55: Reconfiguring The Detector

    MicroDock II Reconfiguring the Detector Activate the station. Reconfiguring the Detector (Not applicable to the GasAlertClip Extreme) From the computer, open Fleet Manager. The detector can be reconfigured prior to performing a bump Located at the bottom of the left menu bar, click check or calibration to change the alarm setpoints and other Administrator.
  • Page 56 13. Determine if the configuration is to be saved to the options to select from: station or to a folder on the hard drive. • Do Not Reconfigure Save to MicroDock II Base Station • • Reconfigure with user’s consent Located at the bottom right of the configuration...
  • Page 57 MicroDock II Reconfiguring the Detector Save to File to Hard Drive Unsuccessful Reconfiguration: If reconfiguration is not successful, the following screen displays. • Located at the bottom left of the configuration screen, enter the folder name of where the file is to be saved.

  • Page 58: Gas Conflicts

    MicroDock II Users Manual Reconfigure with User’s Consent If OK or cancel is not selected within 15 seconds of being (Manual Reconfiguration) displayed, the station automatically defaults to continue the bump check or calibration test without reconfiguring the If Reconfigure with User’s Consent is selected in Fleet detector.

  • Page 59: Abort Option

    MicroDock II Gas Conflicts The station displays additional information regarding the If inlets have not been setup or are setup incorrectly, select Abort to exit the bump check or calibration. Proceed to the • number of gas conflicts, user options menu and select the Inlet Setup option.

  • Page 60: Conflicts

    MicroDock II Users Manual Conflicts also indicates the inlet that the station has selected as the optimum inlet. If a conflict occurs, it must be resolved to continue the bump check or calibration. The option is provided to manually Press C OK to accept the inlet that is selected and...

  • Page 61: Not Found

    MicroDock II Gas Conflicts When the required inlet value displays, press C sel to confirm the selection and deactivate the field. no longer displays to the right of the inlet indicating the conflict has been resolved. Unsuccessful Conflict Resolution: If the conflict is not...

  • Page 62: Accessing The Mmc During A Test

    MicroDock II Users Manual Accessing the MMC During a Test Note Manual application of gas types is available for the If an attempt is made to access the MMC on the station from GasAlertMicro 5 and GasAlertMicro 5 PID detector only.
  • Page 63 MicroDock II Order of Gases Applied for Bump Checks and Calibrations Table 17. Gas Type Application Table Gases COSH S/CO) Bump only Quad quad gas - one Rule 4 step calibration Rule 11 quad gas - one Rule 5 step calibration...
  • Page 64 MicroDock II Users Manual Table 18. Gas Application Rules Rule # Gas Type Apply Exception(s) First Two exceptions: NO and O First Three exceptions: PH and ClO First Three exceptions: HCN Last One exception: PID Last One exception: PID COSH...

  • Page 65: Bump Check

    MicroDock II Bump Check If a bump check is initiated while in the user Bump Check menu: Bump checks that are queued while in the user option menu are initiated only when the user A bump check is a test that is performed to confirm that the options menu is exited.
  • Page 66 MicroDock II Users Manual To reconfigure the detector, press C Yes. The Note MMC then transfers the new configuration data to The serial number of the GasAlertClip Extreme does not the detector. If required, refer to Reconfiguring the display on the station when performing a bump check.

  • Page 67: Bump Check Results

    MicroDock II Bump Check a Important Bump Check Results If the Automatic Datalog Download (GasAlertMicroClip After the bump check is complete, the station displays the only) is enabled in Fleet Manager, data transfer results of the test. automatically begins during the purge. Do not remove...
  • Page 68 MicroDock II Users Manual Bump Fail If a test gas fails, verify that the • gas cylinder is not empty, • connections are attached correctly, and • inlets are setup correctly. If a bump test fails, displays beside the applicable gas Sensor Disabled (e.g., H2S ).

  • Page 69: Calibration

    MicroDock II Calibration HCN: 5 to 20 ppm balance N Calibration ETO: 5 to 50 ppm balance N Guidelines NO: 10 to 250 ppm balance N a Caution : 3 to 25 ppm (for bump checks only) If adjustments are made to the real-time clock, the...

  • Page 70: Calibration Procedure

    MicroDock II Users Manual • Calibration Procedure For ETO detectors (before each work shift) allow the instrument to fully stabilize in the temperature that it is to (All models excluding the GasAlertClip Extreme) be operated in, and then zero the detector.
  • Page 71 MicroDock II Calibration If calibration is initiated while in the user menu: Note Calibrations that are queued while in the user The GasAlertMicro 5 and GasAlertMicro 5 PID beep and options menu are initiated only when the user flash twice to test the sensors when calibration begins, and options menu is exited.

  • Page 72: Calibration Results

    MicroDock II Users Manual a Important If Automatic Datalog Download is enabled in Fleet Manager, the GasAlertMicroClip automatically deactivates If the Automatic Datalog Download (GasAlertMicroClip after the transfer is complete. To bypass the shutdown, only) is enabled in Fleet Manager, data transfer remove the detector within 15 seconds after the DATA automatically begins during the purge.
  • Page 73 MicroDock II Calibration Calibration Fail If an audible or visual test fails, displays beside the applicable test (AUD or VIS). For information regarding solutions, refer to Troubleshooting. Sensor Disabled aWarning If calibration fails, displays beside the applicable gas (e.g., H2S ).

  • Page 74: Data Transfer

    MicroDock II Users Manual Data Transfer Successful Transfer: If the datalog transfer is successful, the PASS LED lights green, the RUN (GasAlert Extreme and GasAlertMicroClip only) LED flashes yellow slowly, and the detector beeps. Transferring Datalogs Unsuccessful Transfer: If the datalog transfer is...

  • Page 75: Automatic Datalog Download

    MicroDock II Data Transfer On the station, press C Pass to return to the normal operating screen. Note A maximum of ten data logs from all modules combined can be stored on an MMC (one hundred datalogs for GasAlertMicroClip). When the maximum storage is reached, the station replaces the oldest datalogs with the newest datalogs.

  • Page 76: Base Station Multimediacard (Mmc)

    MicroDock II Users Manual Base Station MultiMediaCard (MMC) Deactivate the station. Loosen, the retaining screws from the battery Event Logging cover. Bump checks and calibrations are recorded on a MultiMediaCard (MMC). The MMC is located on the station Remove the battery cover and set it aside.

  • Page 77: Pc Requirements

    MicroDock II Base Station MultiMediaCard (MMC) PC Requirements Locate the Removable Drive and open. • Microsoft® Windows 98 or later Double-click LOGFILE0.CSV to view the test results. • 100 MB of available hard-disk space Accessing Test Results Using Windows XP •...

  • Page 78: Charging The Battery Pack

    MicroDock II Users Manual • Charging the Battery Pack The MicroDock II only charges using dc power. (Excluding GasAlert Extreme and GasAlertClip Extreme) • Charging more than four units simultaneously increases a Warning the total charge time. A maximum of six charging docking modules can be •...

  • Page 79: Maintenance

    MicroDock II Maintenance To charge a detector in a charging docking module, Maintenance complete the following: a Warning Connect the ac adapter of the charger to the No user-serviceable parts inside. CHARGE port on the station and then plug the cord To maintain the station in good operating condition, perform into the ac outlet.

  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    MicroDock II Users Manual Troubleshooting If a problem is encountered, refer to the solutions provided in the following table. If the problem cannot be resolved, contact Technologies. [ Select GasAlertMicro, GasAlertMicro 5, and GasAlertMicro 5 PID docking modules only]. Table 20. Troubleshooting Tips...
  • Page 81 MicroDock II Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution The oxygen sensor fails a bump check. Oxygen alarm setpoints of the detector Connect a quad-gas cylinder that are set to the same concentration level has 18% O as the gas cylinder Ambient air (inlet 1) is blocked or the...
  • Page 82 MicroDock II Users Manual Problem Possible Cause Solution The docking module does not Detector is deactivated Activate the detector. recognize the detector. Detector does not have IR Refer to the label located on the back of communication capabilities the detector for IR capabilities.
  • Page 83 No drive letter is created for the Windows XP is not correctly mapping the Ensure Windows XP assigned a drive MicroDock II (Windows XP). drive letter to the MicroDock II. Solution: 1) Right-click My Computer and then click Manage. 2) Under Computer Management...
  • Page 84 MicroDock II Users Manual Problem Possible Cause Solution Problem transferring to the MMC Repeat the test. during a calibration or bump test Ensure the MMC is inserted. Size of MMC is not supported Use only 32 MB MMCs or higher...

  • Page 85: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Description MMC64 MultiMediaCard (MMC) 64 MB GasAlertMicro Docking Module Wall Mount Adapters DOCK2-0-1A-00-N Non-charging For MicroDock II and the WMA-DOCK DOCK2-0-1B1C-00-N Charging (power supply included) GasAlertMicro charger (kit of 2) GasAlertMicro 5/GasAlertMicro 5 PID Docking Module MK-CG2-34B For 34 l gas cylinder (black)

  • Page 86: Specifications

    Users Manual Configuration recognition: Automatic (instrument and Specifications sensor) The MicroDock II is for indoor use only. Alarm/calibration parameters: User-settable Instrument dimensions: 21.2 x 26.3 x 8.2 cm Calibration gas connections: Built-in (base station) (8.3 x 10.4 x 3.2 in.) base station and one docking module Gas connection: 1/8″...

  • Page 87: Charger Specifications

    MicroDock II Specifications Charger Specifications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Size: 8.6 x 8.2 x 7.8 cm (3.4 x 3.2 x 3.1 in.) the FCC Rules and ICES-003 Canadian EMI requirements.
  • Page 88 D5617/4 English iERP: 122293 © 2006 BW Technologies. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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