Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Summary of Contents for ANALOX aspida
-
Page 1: Contents
User Manual... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Sensor Options Available ........................ 5 aspida Main Features ........................6 Installation of the Product ........................7 Battery installation ........................... 7 Charging the Analox aspida ......................8 Operation ..............................9 Button functions ..........................9 Switching the device on/off ......................9 User registration..........................9 The main display .......................... -
Page 3: Safety Information
High volume audible alarm The aspida employs high volume warning alarms with a sound pressure level of 95dB in the case of normal gas alarms, and up to 110dB in the case of the man-down alarm. Care should be taken particularly when the man-down feature is enabled to minimise exposure to the sounder. -
Page 4: Package Contents Checklist
– User Manual Package Contents Checklist Analox aspida main unit 2xAA rechargeable batteries Belt clip attachment Charger power supply USB communication cable Software disc Quick start manual Calibration adapter Document Ref: PGA-801-10 - December 2014 Page 4... -
Page 5: About The Product
A high resolution Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) display shows clear, live gas level readings in all light conditions. The Analox aspida is housed in a robust, IP65 splash proof enclosure and is designed to attach securely and comfortably to clothing. The instrument operates using rechargeable battery technology, allowing it to run for more than 12 hours continuously between charges. -
Page 6: Aspida Main Features
– User Manual aspida Main Features Figure 1 - Main features 1) Alarm, fault and OK LEDs 2) Carbon dioxide gas port (if sensor fitted) 3) Cancel/exit/panic-alarm button 4) Cycle button 5) Confirm/on/off button 6) Oxygen gas port (if sensor fitted) -
Page 7: Installation Of The Product
4.5 hours. Battery installation The Analox aspida is powered by a pair of standard AA batteries. The device can be powered using the NiMH re-chargeable batteries included in the product package or using a pair of standard Alkaline, non-rechargeable batteries. -
Page 8: Charging The Analox Aspida
WARNING: The following safety warnings should be observed before attempting to charge the Analox aspida: The Analox aspida should only be charged when the NiMH batteries supplied with the product are fitted. Attempting to recharge non-rechargeable alkaline batteries will in most... -
Page 9: Operation
On start-up, a username is selected, and all subsequent gas information is logged internally against the selected user ID. Users can be registered to a device using the aspida configuration software. See the aspida configuration software for instructions. -
Page 10: The Main Display
– User Manual The main display Under normal operation, gas values for each of the sensors fitted are shown in their own window along with the description of the gas type and measurement units. The current gas value for each sensor will be updated on the display once per second. -
Page 11: Menus
– User Manual Menus The device main menu can be accessed by pressing the button. This will display a menu screen similar to the one shown below. Figure 4 - A typical menu NOTE: The menu icons displayed will vary depending on the configuration of the device and the sensor fitted. -
Page 12: Gas Alarms
– User Manual Gas alarms The Analox aspida has a range of configurable alarms to warn the user of potentially dangerous atmospheres. For each gas sensor fitted to the device, up to 3 configurable alarms are available. In the case of carbon dioxide, an extra Time Weighted Average (TWA) alarm is provided. See the section ‘Time-weighted average (TWA) monitoring of carbon dioxide’... -
Page 13: Global Alarm Options
Sometimes it is useful for a user to be alerted of a harmful gas level, even after level of gas has dropped to a safe level. The Analox aspida can be configured to use latching alarms so that alarms triggered by harmful gas levels will not be missed. The latching alarms option can be enabled using the aspida configuration software. -
Page 14: Data Logging
The Analox aspida is equipped with a man-down alarm. If the man-down alarm feature is enabled the aspida device will monitor any movement the device is subject to. If the user who is wearing the alarm is somehow incapacitated, an alarm will be sounded to alert others in the nearby area of the accident. -
Page 15: Time-Weighted Average (Twa) Monitoring Of Carbon Dioxide
The Analox aspida has a facility which automatically calculates a TWA value on a per-user basis. When a user powers on the device and selects a user ID, the Analox aspida begins calculating and continuously updating that user’s own TWA. The device also takes into account any historic data from the last 24 hours which is relevant to the selected user. -
Page 16: Maintenance Reminders
– User Manual Maintenance Reminders The aspida has the ability to track the due dates for the various maintenance tasks that are required during the products life and will display a warning symbol on the display when a maintenance task is due. -
Page 17: Faults
WARNING: If at any time the GREEN ‘OK’ LED is not flashing and the AMBER ‘FAULT’ LED is flashing the aspida must not be used and the supplier should be contacted, the user is no longer protected and should evacuate from areas used to store CO... -
Page 18: Maintenance
To allow the calibration of the oxygen monitor to be adjusted without the need to apply a full zero and span calibration, the aspida has a function which allows the user to span calibrate oxygen monitoring in fresh air. This feature is only available on devices where an oxygen sensor is fitted. - Page 19 – User Manual 7) When the sampling process has complete, an audible alert will be given and the calibration confirmation screen will be shown as below. Figure 14 - Oxygen fresh air calibration failed Figure 15 - Oxygen fresh air calibration passed 8) If the calibration passed then the tick icon will be shown.
-
Page 20: Oxygen Sensor Replacement
– User Manual Oxygen sensor replacement Due to the electrochemical nature of the oxygen sensor used in certain aspida configurations, the sensor output will deplete over time, the expected life of the sensor is 2 years ( With a 1 year warranty), depending on usage. - Page 21 4) Gently slide the sensor extraction tool over the oxygen sensor (right hand sensor) being careful not to cause damage to the carbon dioxide sensor (left hand sensor, if fitted). Ensure that the alignment rib on the extraction tool lines up with the alignment marker on the aspida case as shown in Figure 19.
- Page 22 – User Manual 5) The extraction tool should now be positioned as shown in Figure 20. Figure 20 - Correct extraction tool position 6) Squeeze the grip on the extraction tool so as to achieve a firm hold on the oxygen sensor as shown in Figure 21.
- Page 23 – User Manual 7) Lift the extraction tool vertically away from the device and the oxygen sensor should lift out of its socket as shown in Figure 22. Figure 22 - Removing the oxygen sensor 8) Remove the old sensor from the extraction tool by gently pushing the sensor from the wide, top end of the extraction tool.
- Page 24 Figure 24 - Align the new sensor in the extraction tool Align the extraction tool rib with the aspida case alignment mark as in step 4 as shown in Figure 25. Figure 25 - Align the new sensor with the aspida device...
- Page 25 – User Manual 11) Push the tool and sensor gently downwards into the case until the sensor locates firmly within its socket. 12) Hold the top ring of the extraction tool gently, without squeezing the grip (Figure 26) and lift the tool vertically upwards to remove the extraction tool whilst leaving the new sensor in place.
-
Page 26: Cleaning
See the aspida software configuration manual for instructions. Cleaning The aspida should be cleaned using a damp cloth only. Abrasive or solvent products should not be used. Document Ref: PGA-801-10 - December 2014... -
Page 27: Specifications
– User Manual Specifications Operating temperature: -5 to 50°C Display: High-visibility, Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) Display 95dB @ 30cm (110dB – man-down alarm) Alarm horn: 1 x Green – OK LED indicators; 1 x Amber – Fault 3 x Red – Alarm... -
Page 28: Warranty Information
– User Manual Disposal WEEE statement According to WEEE regulation this electronic product can not be placed in household, waste bins. Please check local regulations for information on the disposal of electronic products in your area. Oxygen sensor disposal The oxygen sensor used contains toxic compounds irrespective of physical condition.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the aspida and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers