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Problem
The activation self-test fails during
one of the checks.
The detector does not display normal
ambient gas reading after the
activation self-test.
The detector does not respond to the
pushbuttons.
The detector does not accurately
measure gas.
Table 15. Troubleshooting Tips (cont.)
Possible Cause
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General fault
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Sensor not stabilized
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Detector requires calibration
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Target gas is present
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Battery is depleted
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Detector is performing operations
that do not require user input
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Detector requires calibration
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Detector is colder/hotter than
ambient gas
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Sensor screen is blocked
GasAlertMax
Troubleshooting
Solution
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Contact BW
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Used sensor: wait 60 seconds
New sensor: wait 5 minutes
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Calibrate detector
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Detector is operating properly. Use
caution in suspect areas.
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Replace battery
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Pushbutton operation restored
automatically when the operation
ends
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Calibrate detector
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Allow detector to acquire ambient
temperature before use
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Clean sensor screen
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