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ALTAIR 5X – Multi Gas Detector
ALTAIR 5X IR – Multi Gas Detector
Order No.: 10116951/00

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual ALTAIR 5X – Multi Gas Detector ALTAIR 5X IR – Multi Gas Detector Order No.: 10116951/00...
  • Page 2 MSA AUER GmbH Thiemannstrasse 1 D-12059 Berlin Germany © MSA AUER GmbH. All rights reserved...
  • Page 3 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive Cranberry Township, PA 16066 USA The manufacturer or the European Authorized Representative MSA AUER GmbH, Thiemannstrasse 1, D-12059 Berlin declares that the product: ALTAIR 5X, ALTAIR 5XIR Complies with the provisions of the council directive 94/9/EC [ATEX]. This declaration...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Environmental Factors ................32 Turning ON and Fresh Air Setup ..............33 Measurement Mode [Normal Operation] ............ 37 Device Setup ....................38 MSA Link Operation ................... 46 Function Tests .................... 47 Bump Test ....................47 Calibration ....................49 Shutdown ....................56 Maintenance ......................
  • Page 5 Basic Operation ..................78 Bump Test/ Informational Pages ..............79 Calibrations ....................81 Setup ......................82 Calibration Options ..................83 Alarm Options ..................... 84 Instrument Options ..................86 Sensor Setup ....................88 Changeable Feature Summary ................89 ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 6: Safety Regulations

    Safety Regulations Safety Regulations Correct Use The ALTAIR 5X and ALTAIR 5X IR Multigas Detectors are for use by trained and qualified personnel. They are designed to be used when performing a hazard as- sessment to: Assess potential worker exposure to combustible and toxic gases and vapours as well as low level of oxygen.

  • Page 7: Liability Information

    Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compli- ance. This also applies especially to unauthorised alterations to the product and to commissioning work that has not been carried out by MSA or authorised persons. Liability Information MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as intended.

  • Page 8: Safety And Precautionary Measures To Be Adopted

    Inert environments [only IR sensors acceptable for use] Atmospheres containing combustible airborne mists/dusts. Do not use the ALTAIR 5X and ALTAIR 5X IR Multigas Detectors to test for combustible gases in atmospheres containing vapours from liquids with a high flash point [above 38 °C, 100 °F] as this may result in erroneously low readings.
  • Page 9 MSHA-approved ALTAIR 5X devices. Observe proper battery maintenance Use only battery chargers made available by MSA for use with this device; other chargers may damage the battery pack and the device. Dispose of in accordance with local health and safety regulations.

  • Page 10: Warranty

    , PH sensors One year* * For extended warranty offerings please contact MSA This warranty does not cover filters, fuses, etc. As the battery pack ages, there will be a reduction in useable device run time. Certain other accessories not specifically listed here may have different warranty periods.
  • Page 11 This exclusion is applicable to claims for breach of warranty, tortious conduct or any oth- er cause of action against seller. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 12: Description

    [one Dual Toxic Sensor provides both CO and H sensing capabilities in a single sensor]. The ALTAIR 5X IR is available with a maximum of five sensors, which can display readings for six separate gases [one Dual Toxic Sensor provides both CO and H sensing capabilities in a single sensor].

  • Page 13: Device Hardware Interfaces

    Description The ALTAIR 5X and ALTAIR 5X IR detectors are available with either a mono- chrome or colour display. While the device can detect up to 30 % oxygen in ambient air, it is approved for use only up to 21 % oxygen.
  • Page 14 No gas alarms are present [low or high] Device is not in Low Battery warning or alarm STEL and TWA readings are 0 ppm This option can be turned OFF through the MSA Link software. YELLOW The Fault LED activates if any of several fault conditions during [Fault] operation.
  • Page 15 Stealth Mode Stealth Mode disables the visual, audible and vibrating alarms. MSA recommends that this feature be left in its default "OFF" state. Stealth mode can be turned ON through the SETUP - INSTRUMENT OPTIONS menu [chapter 3.4]. The message "Alarms OFF"...
  • Page 16 The backlight automatically activates when any front panel button is pressed and remains ON for the duration of user-selected timeout. This duration can be changed using the SETUP - INSTRUMENT MODE [→ chapter 3.4] or through MSA Link software. Operating Beep Operating Beep...

  • Page 17: On-Screen Indicators

    "Soft Key"  "Soft Key"  Gas Concentration + MotionAlert [+ = ON] ♥ Sensor Life Indicator On a monochrome display, a message appears every 30 seconds if the Vibration, Horn or LED alarms are turned OFF. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 18 A bar represents the charging level of the battery. The nominal run-time of the device [COMB, O S, with pump and monochrome display] at room temperature is 17 hours. Actual run-time will vary depending on ambient temperature and alarm conditions. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 19 When the device goes into battery warning the: battery life indicator continuously blinks alarm sounds and alarm LEDs flash once per minute Safe LED no longer flashes device continues to operate until it is turned OFF or battery shutdown occurs. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 20 No other pages can be viewed; after approximately one minute, the device au- tomatically turns OFF. BATTERY ALARM Fig. 5 Battery Shut Down When battery shutdown condition occurs: (1) Leave the area immediately. (2) Recharge or replace the battery pack. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 21 Disconnect the charger momentarily to reset the charge cycle. The charger must be disconnected for the device to operate. The battery pack may be charged separately from the device During periods of non-use, the charger may remain connected to the device/ battery pack. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 22: Viewing Optional Displays

    If the  button is pressed, the Bump Test is not performed, and the display shows the next page in the sequence [PEAK]. If the  button is pressed, the Bump Test is not performed, and the display reverts back to the normal MEASURE page. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 23 Failure to follow this warning will cause over-exposure to toxic gases and persons relying on this product for their safety could sustain serious per- sonal injury or death. Monochromatic display Colour display STEL This page shows the average exposure over a 15-minute period. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 24 10 minute exposure of 35 ppm and 5 minutes exposure of 5 ppm: [10 minutes x 35 ppm] + [5 minutes x 5 ppm] = 25 ppm 15 minutes This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 25 Monochromatic display Colour display Alarm sounds Alarm LEDs flash “TWA ALARM” message flashes. To reset the TWA: (1) Access the TWA page. (2) Press the  button. The TWA alarm is calculated over an eight-hour exposure. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 26 Current date appears on the display in the format: MMM-DD-YY. Last cal page Displays the device last successful calibration date in the format: MMM-DD-YY. This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page. Cal due page Displays the days until the device's next calibration is due [user selectable].

  • Page 27: Sensor Missing Alarm

    If an alarm is triggered while using the device, leave the area immediately. Remaining in the area under such circumstances can cause serious personal injury or death. The device has four gas alarms: HIGH Alarm LOW Alarm STEL Alarm TWA Alarm ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 28 If the gas concentration reaches or exceeds the alarm set point, the device: the alarm message displays and flashes in combination with the corresponding gas concentration backlight turns on alarm sounds [if active] alarm LEDs flash [if active] vibrating alarm triggers [if active] ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 29: Monitoring Oxygen Concentration

    [altitude], humidity or extreme changes in ambient temperature. It is recommended that an oxygen calibration be performed at the tem- perature and pressure of use. Be sure that the device is in known fresh air before performing a calibration. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 30: Monitoring Combustible Gases

    Move away from contaminated area immediately. For ALTAIR 5X IR devices with an enabled 100 % Vol methane IR sensor, the LockAlarm will clear, and the catalytic combustible again displays combustible con- centrations when the gas sample drops to a lower level. For devices without an en-...
  • Page 31 Check your national standard values for 100 % LEL. Some countries use 5 Vol % and some use 4.4 Vol % as 100 % LEL CH ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 32: Operation

    The oxygen sensor has a special filter to reduce the effects of humidity changes on oxygen readings. This effect will not be noticed immediately, but slowly impacts oxygen readings over several hours. Temperature Changes The sensors have built-in temperature compensation. However, if temperature shifts dramatically, the sensor reading could shift. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 33: Turning On And Fresh Air Setup

    Alarm setpoints TWA Alarm [if enabled] Settings for calibration cylinder Current date Last calibration date [optional] CAL due date. If the calibration due date is activated, the message "CAL DUE; X DAYS" appears on the device display. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 34 The device will shut off after the customer acknowledges this message by pressing the  button. Check your sampling system if this occurs and contact MSA as needed. Users can check the operation of the sampling system anytime during operation by blocking the sampling system to generate a pump alarm.
  • Page 35 The FAS has limits. If a hazardous level of gas is present, the device ignores the FAS command and the device alarm activates. The ability to perform an FAS at device turn-ON can be disabled by using MSA Link software.
  • Page 36 "PLEASE WAIT". While this message displays, the device cannot respond to a: Fresh Air Setup Calibration Bump Test procedure. When the numeric oxygen reading appears, the FAS, calibration, or Bump Test pro- cedures may be performed. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 37: Measurement Mode [Normal Operation]

    This page allows the Motion Alert Feature to be acti- vated or deactivated. Wireless This page allows the Wireless communication to be activated or deactivated. * The display of these pages can be de-activated through MSA Link software For further information see chapter 7. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 38: Device Setup

     Correct password: user can set the device options. The password can be changed with a PC through the MSA Link software. The following Options are available by pressing the  and  buttons: Calibration Options - see chapter 3.4 Alarm Options - see chapter 3.4...
  • Page 39 With this confirmation the device automatically moves to the next cylinder setting. (3) Repeat the sequence for changing the required settings for all necessary gas values. After the last setting is performed, the device returns to the Calibration Options menu. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 40 (1) Press the ON/OFF button to go to Device Setup Menu  The Cal Options screen displays (2) Press the  button to go to the next [Alarm options] or the  button to exit the Setup menu. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 41 Setting this parameter allows the user to access the MOTIONALERT page from the MEASURE page. If access is denied here: the user cannot access the MOTIONALERT page to enable or disable that fea- ture the InstantAlert feature [chapter 2.2.3.3] cannot be activated. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 42 (2) Press the  button to abort the operation or the  button to go to next alarm setup or the ON/OFF button to change the alarm setpoints.  Alarm Value for the first Sensor displays. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 43 Time Date Setup Datalog Intervals Stealth Mode Operating Beep Display Contrast [monochrome only] Backlight Options. Press the  button go to next page the  button to go previous page the ON/OFF button to enter setup. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 44 Propane etc. for the combustible sensor] and units [ppm to mg/m ] are only possible using the MSA Link software. (3) Change status by pressing the  or  button. (4) Press the ON/OFF button to confirm and advance to next screen [next sensor].
  • Page 45 The time can be set up for either regular AM/PM or military time [through MSA Link software]. AM/PM time is the default setting. (1) Press the ON/OFF button to enter setup.

  • Page 46: Msa Link Operation

    (1) Switch on the device and align the Datalink Communication port on the device to the IR interface of the PC. (2) Use the MSA Link software to communicate with the device. See MSA Link documentation for detailed instructions. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 47: Function Tests

    Kits containing tubing and regulators suitable for reactive and non-reactive gas- es are available from MSA. Performing a Bump Test For ALTAIR 5X IR devices with combustible % Vol IR sensors, the following gas levels should not be exceeded when used for daily Bump Tests: ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 48 If there are no more sensors to be Bump Tested, the tubing can be removed from the device pump inlet. In the ALTAIR 5X IR, Bump Testing of a combustible IR sensor causes the catalytic combustible sensor to enter the LockAlarm condition. While an device with a % Vol methane IR sensor automatically recovers from LockAlarm, % Vol propane or bu- tane devices do not.

  • Page 49: Calibration

    If a sensor fails the Bump Test, calibrate the device as described in chapter 3.8. Calibration The ALTAIR 5X can be calibrated either manually using this procedure or automat- ically using the GALAXY test stand. Refer to chapter 7.5. The use of the demand regulators listed in chapter 6 is recommended.
  • Page 50 For example, for chlorine, allow the entire contents of a test gas cylinder to flow through the pressure regulator and tubes before using to calibrate the device. Mark these materials for use with chlorine only. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 51 During the first moments of a ZERO calibration, the combustible sensor reading may be replaced by a moving display of dashed lines [- - ]. This is normal. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 52 Operation  After the ZERO calibration is completed the device displays either “ZERO CALIBRATION PASS” “ZERO CALIBRATION FAIL”.  Only if the device passes the zero calibration the SPAN screen displays. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 53 A progress bar shows the user how much of the calibration has already been completed.  After the SPAN calibration is completed, the device displays either “SPAN CALIBRATION PASS” “SPAN CALIBRATION FAIL”  The device returns to Measur- ing mode. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 54 Span calibration can fail for reasons other than a sensor at the end of its life. If a span calibration failure occurs, verify items such as: sufficient gas remaining in the calibration cylinder gas expiration date integrity of calibration tubing/fittings, etc.  Reattempt the span calibration before replacing the sensor. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 55 The calibration procedure adjusts the span value for any sensor that passes the cal- ibration test. Sensors that fail calibration are left unchanged. In the ALTAIR 5X IR, a combustible IR sensor calibration causes the catalytic com- bustible sensor to enter the LockAlarm condition.

  • Page 56: Shutdown

    Warning! Repair or alteration of the device beyond the procedures described in this manual or by anyone other than a person authorised by MSA, could cause the unit to fail to perform properly. Use only genuine MSA replace- ment parts when performing any maintenance procedures described in this manual.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem Description Reaction Alternating display Analogue measurement error Contact MSA ERROR ADC Combustible sensor power Contact MSA ERROR COMB supply error. External Memory error Contact MSA ERROR MEM Program error Contact MSA ERROR PROG RAM error Contact MSA...
  • Page 58 Never let the end of the sampling line touch or go under any liquid sur- face. If liquid is drawn into the device, readings will be inaccurate and de- vice could be damaged. We recommend the use of an MSA sample probe containing a special membrane filter, permeable to gas but imper- meable to water, to prevent such an occurrence.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Battery

    Fig. 13 Battery Replacement Battery holder (3) For alkaline battery packs [ALTAIR 5X only]:  Remove the battery holder circuit board from the pack door.  Replace the 3 cells, using only those listed on the label.

  • Page 60: Live Maintenance Procedure - Replacing Or Adding A Sensor

    While device case is open, do not touch any internal components with metallic/conductive objects or tools. Damage to the device can occur. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 61 Series 20 sensor (8) Reinstall the sensor gasket in the case front. (9) Reinstall the front case, screws, and battery pack. If a change in XCell Sensor configuration is detected during the device turn-on proc- ess: ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 62: Replacing The Pump Filter

    Use of the fibrous dust filter or the incorrect paper filter for the measure- ment of reactive gasses could cause erroneous readings. (6) Replace the O-ring in the recess. (7) Re-install the clear filter cover on the back of the device. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 63: Cleaning

    [65°F and 86°F]. After storage, always recheck device calibration before use. If not to be used in 30 days remove battery pack. Shipment Pack the device in its original shipping container with suitable padding. If the origi- nal container is unavailable, an equivalent container may be substituted. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 64: Technical Specifications/Certifications

    [ALTAIR 5X] Weight [with IR Sensor] 0.52 kg/1.15 lb Dimensions [cm] 17 x 8.87 x 4.55 pumped, without belt clip [ALTAIR 5X] 17 x 8.87 x 4.01 diffusion, without belt clip [ALTAIR 5X] Dimensions 17 x 8.94 x 4.88 cm...

  • Page 65: Factory-Set Alarm Thresholds

    0-20 ppm 0-100 ppm 0-5.00 ppm Measuring range 0-10 ppm 0-100 ppm 0-20.0 ppm 0-1.00 ppm 0-250 ppm *check with MSA for sensor availability Factory-set Alarm thresholds SETPOINT SETPOINT Sensor High alarm STEL alarm COMB 10 % LEL 20 % LEL...
  • Page 66 In environments with >100 % LEL combustible gas present, devices with a catalytic combustible LEL sensor will be in a latching over-range alarm, and the 100 % Vol IR sensors will display the % Vol gas reading. ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 67: Performance Specifications

    Sulphide for 3 to [normal ±2 ppm H S or 10 % of read- 200 ppm temp.] ing, whichever is greater extended temperature range: ±20 ppm H S or 20 % of reading, whichever is greater ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 68: Ir Sensors

    Nitrogen of reading, of reading, 40 s] dioxide whichever is greater whichever is greater 0 - 5 0.05 t[90]< Phosphine 30 s] * Response time is for normal temperature range with sensor in position #3 ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 69: Calibration Specifications

    10 ppm HCN 10 ppm **ClO Fresh Air 0 2 ppm Cl 0.8 ppm IR CO Fresh Air 0.03 % 2.5 % CO 2.5 % [10 % Vol] IR Butane Fresh Air 0 8 % Butane [25 % Vol] ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 70 50 % [100 % Vol] Methane Span values can be changed if using different gas cylinders than those listed. Changes can be made using MSA Link software. * See chapter 5.6. is recommended. **For most accurate results, calibration with ClO ***Zero cal time is one minute if a catalytic combustible or an IR sensor is installed - 30 seconds if not.

  • Page 71: Certification

    Australia ALTAIR5X / ALTAIR5XiR [Intrinsic Safe- Ex ia s Zone 0 I IP65 ty, Industrial Ex ia s Zone 0 IIC T4 IP65, Tamb = -40°C to +50°C and Mining - IEC60079-0, IEC60079-1, IEC60079-11, AS-1826 TestSafe] ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 72 ATEX II 1G Ex ia IIC T3/T4 Ga IP65, Mining] Tamb = -40 °C to +50 °C ALTAIR 5X [with XCell Ex sensor installed] ATEX I M1 Ex ia I Mb IP65 ATEX II 2G Ex d ia mb IIC T3/T4 Gb IP65, Tamb = -40 °C to +50 °C...

  • Page 73: Ordering Information

    10078013 Cylinder 34L, 50 % Vol Propane 10029475 Cylinder 34L, 0.5 % Vol Butane 10078011 Cylinder 34L, 8 % Vol Butane 10078012 Cylinder 34L, 20 % Vol Methane 10022595 Cylinder 34L, 50 % Vol Methane 10029500 ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 74 Demand Regulator kit 710288 MSA Link USB dongle 10082834 MSA Link Datalogging Software 10088099 Shoulder Strap 474555 Holster, leather 10099648 Sampling Probe 10103191 Sampling Line, 1,5 m 10103188 Sampling Line, 3 m 10103189 Sampling Line, 5 m 10103190 ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 75 Ordering Information Replacement Parts ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 76 Display assembly, monochrome 10111389 Display assembly, colour 10099650 Sensor bracket assembly with pump, ALTAIR 5X [includes vibrator 10114804 motor] Sensor bracket assembly with pump, ALTAIR 5X IR [includes vibra- 10114805 tor motor] Kit, pump cap replacement 10114855 ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 77 Description Part No. IR sensors IR sensor HC 0-25 % Vol Butane 10062201 IR sensor HC 0-100 % Vol Methane 10062205 IR sensor HC 0-100 % Vol Propane 10062207 IR sensor 0-10 % Vol CO 10062209 ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 78: Appendix - Flow Charts

    INFORMATIONAL CALIBRATE MEASURE (See 7.3) PAGES PAGE Press Hold (See 7.2) For 5 seconds Hold Hold For 5 Simultaneously for 2 seconds seconds Hold SETUP InstantAlert For 5 (See 7.4) seconds TURN OFF * IF ENABLED ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 79: Bump Test/ Informational Pages

    PEAK * PEAK Press Press Press RESET Press Press Press RESET STEL * STEL Press Press Press MAIN RESET MEASURE TWA * PAGE Press Press Continue To Section 7.2-cont. * IF ENABLED (NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS) ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 80 Press CAL DUE DATE * Press Press MOTION TOGGLE ALERT ON /OFF STATUS * Press Press Press TOGGLE WIRELESS ** ON /OFF Press Press Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE * IF ENABLED ** IF WIRELESS IS INSTALLED ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 81: Calibrations

    Appendix – Flow Charts Calibrations CALIBRATE PASSWORD ? (IF REQUIRED) PASSWORD FAIL PERFORM ZERO ZERO CAL ? FRESH AIR CALIBRATION SETUP Press Press Press SPAN CAL ? SPAN CALIBRATION (REPEATS AS Press NECESSARY) Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 82: Setup

    PASSWORD PASSWORD FAIL CALIBRATION CALIBRATION OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 7.5) Press Press ALARM ALARM OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 7.6.1) Press Press INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 7.7.1) Press Press EXIT ? Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 83: Calibration Options

    CALIBRATION DUE SET # OF DAYS Press Press SHOW LAST CAL TOGGLE DATE AT STARTUP ON / OFF Press Press PASSWORD TOGGLE PROTECTED ON / OFF CALIBRATION Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press RETURN TO SETUP ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 84: Alarm Options

    ON/OFF Press Press TOGGLE ALARM LEDS ON/OFF Press Press USER ACCESS TO TOGGLE MOTION ALERT ON/OFF Press Press SENSOR ALARM SETUP SENSOR ALARMS ? (See 7.6.2) Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press RETURN TO SETUP ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 85 Press Press SENSORS Press MODIFY SETUP STEL STEL ALARMS Press ALARMS ? Press Press MODIFY SETUP ALARMS Press ALARMS ? Press Press RETURN TO ALARM OPTIONS NOTE: STEL AND TWA ARE NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 86: Instrument Options

    INSTRUMENT OPTIONS SENSOR SENSOR SETUP SETUP (See 7.7.2) Press Press LANGUAGE SELECT Press Press TIME / DATE HH:MM MM:DD:YY Press Press DATALOG INTERVAL MM:SS Press Press STEALTH MODE TOGGLE ON/OFF Press Press Continue To Section 7.7.1-cont ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 87 Appendix – Flow Charts Continued TOGGLE OPERATING BEEP ON/OFF Press Press CONTRAST ADJUST (MONO ONLY) Press Press ON / OFF BACKLIGHT TIMEOUT PERIOD Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press RETURN TO SETUP ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 88: Sensor Setup

    Press Press Press TOXIC TOGGLE SENSOR ** SHOW SENSOR STATUS ON/OFF (REPEATS AS Press Press NECESSARY) Press Press TOGGLE SHOW SENSOR SENSOR ** STATUS ON/OFF Press Press Press Press RETURN TO INSTRUMENT ** IF INSTALLED OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...

  • Page 89: Changeable Feature Summary

    10 s INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Yes Display Contrast Factory-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS No Language User-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS No Date, Time User-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Yes Datalog Interval 3 min INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Yes Custom Logo Screen Factory-set Certified service center ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 90 Changeable Feature Summary Changeable Setup Path to Change Feature Initial Setting with MSA this Setting link? Instrument S/N Factory-set Company Name Blank Dept./User Name Blank ALTAIR 5X/ALTAIR 5X IR...
  • Page 91 MSA in Europe www.msa-europe.com & www.msa-gasdetection.com Northern Europe Southern Europe Eastern Europe Central Europe Netherlands France Poland Germany MSA Nederland MSA GALLET MSA Safety Poland MSA AUER Kernweg 20 Zone Industrielle Sud ul. Wschodnia 5A Thiemannstrasse 1 1627 LH Hoorn 01400 Châtillon sur...

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