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GX-6000 Single Sensor PID Model Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0363 Revision: 0 Released: 8/10/17 www.rkiinstruments.com...
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Typical calibration frequencies for most applications are between 1 and 3 months, but can be required more often or less often based on your usage. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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Start Up ........... . 16 Turning On the GX-6000 ....... . . 16 Performing a Demand Zero .
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Replacing the PID Sensor ........100 Replacing the Hydrophobic Filter and Wire Mesh Disk ....102 GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Table of Contents...
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Viewing the ROM/SUM of the Instrument ....144 Turning the Password Function On or Off ....144 Table of Contents GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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Not tested in oxygen enriched atmospheres (above 21%). NOTE: RKI Instruments, Inc. recommends that you refer to ISA-RP12.13, Part II-1987 or an equivalent international recommended practice for guidance in the use of combustible gas detection instruments.
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This chapter briefly describes the GX-6000 Single Sensor PID Model gas monitor. This chapter also describes the GX-6000 Single Sensor PID Model Operator’s Manual (this document). Table 1 at the end of this chapter lists the specifications for the GX-6000 Single Sensor PID Model (hereafter referred to as the GX-6000).
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WARNING: The Model GX-6000 detects elevated levels of VOC gases which can be dangerous or life threatening. When using the GX-6000, you must follow the instructions and warnings in this manual to assure proper and safe operation of the unit and to minimize the risk of personal injury.
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• IrDA/USB Cable for connecting to a computer when using the Data Logger Management Program (not needed if computer has an infrared port) Dimensions Approximately 200(H) x 68(W) x 52(D) mm (7.9”H x 2.7”W x 2.0”D) and Weight Approximately 400 g (14 oz.) GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Specifications • 4...
About this Manual Although the GX-6000 can support up to 6 sensors, this manual specifically describes an instrument with only a PID sensor installed. The GX-6000 Single Sensor PID Model Operator’s Manual uses the following conventions for notes, cautions, and warnings.
The case is dust proof and water resistant. A clear plastic window is located on the front of the case. The battery pack and flow chamber are located on the back of the GX-6000. The inlet filter holder is located on the top of the GX-6000 case.
A digital LCD (liquid crystal display) is visible through a clear plastic window in the top case. The LCD shows the gas reading. The LCD also shows information for each of the GX-6000’s operating modes. Control Buttons Five control buttons are located below the LCD. They are, from left to right...
GX-6000 because of flow rate reduction. Flow Chamber The flow chamber is on the back of the GX-6000 and is held in place by four Phillips screws. The flow chamber seals to the rubber sensor gasket which seals to the sensor face inside the GX-6000 and routes flow from the pump to the sensor and to the exhaust port (on the top of the GX-6000 case).
Sensors PID Sensor Two types of PID sensors can be used with the GX-6000, a low range (higher sensitivity) sensor and a high range (lower sensitivity) sensor (see Table 1 for specifications). The PID sensor is a cylindrical sensor with a diffusion opening on the front and 3 pins on the back.
A red protective rubber boot can be installed over the GX-6000. Wrist Strap A wrist strap is included with the GX-6000 and can be attached to the right or left wrist strap installation feature on the GX-6000 case. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Sample Hose and Probe A 3 foot sample hose with an attached probe is standard with the GX-6000. When desired, the rubber nozzle may be removed and the sample hose and probe may be connected to the inlet fitting. Sample hose lengths are available from 3 feet to 50 feet (see “General Parts List”...
6 . Use needle-nose pliers or tweezers to handle the screen protector. 7 . Align the top of the screen protector with the top of the “RKI GX-6000” logo. 8 . Press down on the center of the screen protector. Water should spread out along the entire surface of the screen protector between the screen protector and the LCD.
Figure 3: VOC Zero Filter DIN Rail Mounting Assembly Two different DIN rail mounting assemblies are available for the GX-6000’s charger. Each assembly has two end clamps but one assembly is long enough to accommodate 1 charger and the other assembly is long enough to accommodate 4 chargers.
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3 . Slide the charger(s) along the DIN rail into the desired position. 4 . Install the end clamps on the left and right side of the charger or bank of chargers to prevent sliding. DIN Rail Clamp Figure 6: Clamp Installation GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Other Accessories • 14...
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5 . To remove any charger(s) from the DIN rail: a. Remove the clamps by pushing on the bottom of the clamp and pulling on the top of the clamp. b. Slide the charger(s) off the DIN rail. Figure 9: Charger Removal 15 • Other Accessories GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
REMINDER, and ID DISPLAY. If any of these items are turned off, then the corresponding screens will not appear. The GX-6000 may be used with a sample hose and probe or with the tapered rubber nozzle. Determine which configuration works best for your application.
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• To continue accumulating peak and time-weighted average (TWA) readings (high range PID only) from the last time the GX-6000 was used, press and release the POWER/ENTER button before the countdown reaches 0 or allow the countdown to reach 0. If you do not...
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NO : RESET To perform a calibration, press and release the POWER/ENTER button. The GX-6000 will enter Calibration Mode and the LCD will show the Calibration Mode main menu. See “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60 for instructions to calibrate the GX-6000. When you are done with the calibration and exit Calibration Mode, the unit will begin the startup sequence.
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The GX-6000 cannot be used until a successful calibration has been performed. Press and release the POWER/ENTER button to enter Calibration Mode. See “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60 for instructions to calibrate the GX-6000. NOTE: In this situation, even if the User password function has been turned on, no password is required to perform a calibration.
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The GX-6000 will enter Calibration Mode and the LCD will show the Calibration Mode main menu. See “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60 for instructions to bump test the GX-6000. When you are done with the bump test and exit Calibration Mode, the unit will begin the startup sequence.
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BUMP DATE PAST CANNOT USE CAL MODE : ENTER The GX-6000 cannot be used until a successful bump test has been performed. Press and release the POWER/ENTER button to enter Calibration Mode. See “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60 for instructions to bump test the GX-6000.
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NOTE: If CAL REMINDER or BUMP REMINDER or both are set to OFF, a WARM-UP screen will display before the warm up sequence continues. 6 . The Date/Time Screen appears for a few seconds. 4:07 DATE 4/ 1/15 DD/MM/YYYY 4:07 GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Start Up • 22...
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7 . The Battery Voltage Screen appears for a few seconds. 4:07 BATTERY VOLTAGE 4.5V BATTERY TYPE ALKALINE LATCHING 8 . The Active Gases Screen appears for a few seconds indicating the active channel and its target gas. SMART 1 Isobutylene 10.6 eV 23 • Start Up GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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On or Off” on page 135), the User ID Screen appears for a few seconds, followed by the Station ID Screen. 4:07 4:07 USER ID STATION ID KIMBERLY TANK 5 If ID DISPLAY is set to OFF, these screens will not appear. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Start Up • 24...
4:07 Performing a Demand Zero Before using the GX-6000, it is recommended to set the fresh air reading by performing a demand zero. This will set the PID channel to 0 ppm. 1 . Find a fresh-air environment. This is an environment free of toxic or combustible gases and of normal oxygen content (20.9%).
(see “Updating the Confirmation Alert Setting” on page 137), the GX-6000 beeps periodically to confirm that it’s operating. Monitoring an Area 1 . Start up the GX-6000 as described above in “Start Up” on page 16. It is now in Measuring Mode. 4:07 2 .
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GX-6000. The maximum sample hose length recommended for the GX-6000 is 50 feet. Consult RKI Instruments, Inc. for longer sample hose lengths. 5 . Keep the following in mind: •...
Using Optional Sample Hoses The standard sample hose for the GX-6000 is 3 feet long. Optional samples hoses and probes with longer hoses are available from 5 - 50 feet in 5 foot increments (see “General Parts List” on page 113). If you are considering using a hose and probe with a longer hose, keep in mind that a longer hose will increase the GX-6000’s response time and the flowrate may decrease...
Station ID will be associated with this snap log and that you should press the DISP/LOCK button to exit Snap Log Mode without saving a set of snap log data. The third screen displays the year, month, day, and time of 29 • Measuring Mode, Normal Operation GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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The fourth screen displays the current gas reading. NOTE: If the GX-6000 detects an alarm condition while in Snap Log Mode, it will automatically exit Snap Log Mode and return to Measuring Mode. You may then reenter Snap Log Mode and take snap logs while the instrument is still in alarm.
Measuring Mode, Alarms This section covers alarm indications in Measuring Mode. It also describes how to reset the GX-6000 after an alarm has occurred and how to respond to an alarm condition. NOTE: False alarms may be caused by radio frequency (RF) or electromagnetic (EMI) interference.
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System Failure • FAIL SYSTEM appears at the Double pulsing tone top of the screen and an error once per second code displays below it • Alarm LED arrays flash once per second GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Measuring Mode, Alarms • 32...
Responding to Gas Alarms 1 . Determine which gas alarm has been activated. 2 . Follow your established procedure for an increasing gas condition. 33 • Measuring Mode, Alarms GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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Responding to an Over Range Alarm WARNING: An over range condition may indicate an extreme combustible gas concentration. Confirm a normal condition with a different GX-6000 or with another gas detecting device. CAUTION: A high off-scale reading may indicate an explosive concentration.
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3 . Calibrate the GX-6000 as described in “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60. 4 . If the over range condition continues or if you are not able to successfully calibrate the unit, you may need to replace the sensor.
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2 . Attempt to change the date using the DATE menu item in Maintenance Mode. See “Setting the Date and Time” on page 123. 3 . If the date cannot be set correctly, contact RKI Instruments, Inc. as soon as possible.
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3 . If the error code is anything but 022 as shown above, the instrument cannot be used. Contact RKI Instruments, Inc. as soon as possible. If the error code is 022, you may press and release the RESET button to continue into Measuring Mode if the instrument must be used temporarily.
Two other operating modes are accessible when the GX-6000 is in Measuring Mode. They are Display Mode and Calibration Mode. This section describes using the GX-6000 in Display Mode. See Table 8 below for a list of Display Mode’s menu items, a short description of each item, and the page number for further description.
NOTE: With the exception of the Pump Off Screen, each screen displays for 20 seconds. If you do not press a button within 20 seconds, the GX-6000 automatically returns to Measuring Mode. If the Pump Off Screen is used to turn the instrument’s pump off, the Pump Off Screen will display until you turn the pump back on.
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GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program is required to configure this list. The Recent List can hold up to 8 gas names and is made up of the 8 most recently used gas names. The Recent List is not user editable.
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POWER/ENTER button when the cursor is next to the desired gas name. The number in the upper left corner is the gas’s number in relation to all other gas names that are stored in the GX-6000. The chemical formula is displayed next to the gas number. The response factor relative to isobutylene is listed on the second line.
Peak Screen The peak screen displays the highest concentration detected since the GX-6000 was turned on. The peak reading is are stored in the GX-6000’s memory until a higher level is detected, the peak reading is cleared, or the GX-6000 is turned off.
If LUNCH BREAK is set to OFF, the TWA is cleared when the GX-6000 is turned off. If LUNCH BREAK is set to ON, the GX-6000 will remember the TWA reading when it is turned off so it can continue it when it is turned on again.
POWER/ENTER button. The Full Scale Settings screen will appear. Use AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons to scroll through the Warning, Alarm, STEL (high range PID only), and TWA (high range PID only) settings. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Display Mode • 44...
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LED’s, and vibration will activate. Press and release the POWER/ ENTER button again to stop the simulated alarm. 3 . Press and release the DISP/LOCK button to return to the View Alarm Settings Screen. 45 • Display Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
With LUNCH BREAK set to OFF, the time in operation is reset when the GX-6000 is turned off. See “Updating the Lunch Break Setting” on page 136 for a description of the lunch break feature.
The LOG CLEAR screen asks if you want to clear the data logger memory. DISP LOG CLEAR YES :ENTER NO :DISP EXIT :RESET To continue through Display Mode without clearing the log data, press and release the DISP/LOCK button. 47 • Display Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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POWER/ENTER button. The unit will display the following screen as it clears the data. DISP LOG CLEAR CLEAR 4 . When the instrument has cleared the data, it will return to the LOG CLEAR screen in Display Mode. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Display Mode • 48...
Pump Off Screen WARNING: The GX-6000 is not a gas monitoring device while the pump is off. NOTE: The item appears in Display Mode only if the PUMP OFF DISP menu item in Maintenance Mode is turned ON. The factory setting for PUMP OFF DISP is OFF.
Maintenance Mode is set to ON. Use this screen to select a user ID from the user ID list in the GX-6000’s memory. The current user ID is displayed. A user ID can be up to 16 characters long. The GX-6000 can store up to 128 user IDs.
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DISP/LOCK button. You will return to the Select User ID screen without saving the user ID change. 4 . The unit will save the selected user ID as the current one and will return you to the Select User ID Screen. 51 • Display Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Maintenance Mode is set to ON. Use this screen to select a station ID from the station ID list in the GX-6000’s memory. The current station ID is displayed. A station ID can be up to 16 characters long. The GX-6000 can store up to 128 station IDs.
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DISP/LOCK button. You will return to the Select Station ID screen without saving the station ID change. 4 . The unit will save the selected station ID as the current one and return you to the Select Station ID Screen. 53 • Display Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
The last line of the screen indicates the Station ID that was used for the snap log. 3 . Use the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons to scroll through different snap log IDs. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Display Mode • 54...
1 . With the Peak Bar Screen displayed, press and release the POWER/ ENTER button. The current setting will be displayed. 2 . Use the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons to display the desired setting. 55 • Display Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
To return to the Peak Bar Screen without saving any changes, press and release the DISP/LOCK button. Gas Display Screen This menu item does not apply to this version of the GX-6000. LCD Flip Screen If INVERT SELECT is set to ON, the instrument’s LCD will automatically flip if the instrument is turned upside down.
English. The Language Screen allows the user to change the instrument’s language back to English. DISP LANGUAGE CHANGE TO ENGLISH YES :ENTER NO :DISP EXIT :RESET 57 • Display Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
English, press and release the DISP/LOCK button. Data Logging The GX-6000 features the ability to log data to its internal memory and download it to a computer via the infrared communications port on the front of the unit. It logs gas readings in Measuring Mode, alarm data, and calibration data.
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The data logging capacity depends on how often the GX-6000 stores data and how often the GX-6000 is turned on and off. The table below illustrates how much data logging time is available for the various interval times. It assumes that the unit is only turned on once and that there are no alarm occurrences.
• Perform a span adjustment using single calibration • Perform a bump test NOTE: You can set up the GX-6000 to alert you during the startup sequence when calibration is due. See “Updating the Calibration Reminder Setting” on page 125.
NORMAL MODE Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method This method is the quickest and easiest method to calibrate the GX-6000. See Table 13 on page 113 for available cylinders. Make sure your calibration cylinder is appropriate for the PID detection range.
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7 . To continue with the fresh air adjustment, press and hold the button. If you do not want to continue, press and release the DISP/LOCK button and the unit will return to the Calibration Mode Screen. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method • 62...
8 . The GX-6000 will indicate that it is adjusting the zero reading for a few seconds and then it will prompt you to release the AIR button. AIR CAL AIR CAL AIR CAL HOLD AIR KEY HOLD AIR KEY...
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3 . Install the sample hose and probe on the GX-6000 inlet fitting. Make sure the probe’s two halves are tightened firmly together to avoid leaks that can affect the calibration. See Figure 21, “Replacing the Particle Filter and Hydrophobic Filter Disk” on page 99 for an illustration of the internal parts of the probe.
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10 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button to save the change. The calibration gas value stops flashing. 11 . When you are done adjusting the calibration gas value, move the cursor to ESCAPE. AUTO CONCENTRATION 100.0 ppm ESCAPE 65 • Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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ESCAPE screen that will take you back to the Auto Cal menu. Use the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons to scroll between the screens. AUTO AUTO GAS SELECT GAS SELECT AIR or SHIFT (PANIC) 100.0 ppm ESCAPE GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method • 66...
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If you do want to continue with the calibration, proceed to the next step. 18 . Connect the tubing from the demand flow regulator to the rigid tube on the probe. Allow the GX-6000 to draw gas for one minute. 67 • Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method...
4 . Use the SHIFT (PANIC) button to place the cursor next to the NORMAL MODE menu option, then press and release the POWER/ ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method • 68...
4 . To continue with the fresh air adjustment, press and hold the button. If you do not want to continue, press and release the DISP/LOCK button and the unit will return to the Calibration Mode Screen. 69 • Calibrating Using the Single Calibration Method GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
5 . The GX-6000 will indicate that it is adjusting the zero reading for a few seconds and then it will prompt you to release the AIR button. AIR CAL AIR CAL AIR CAL HOLD AIR KEY HOLD AIR KEY...
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3 . Install the sample hose and probe on the GX-6000 inlet fitting. Make sure the probe’s two halves are tightened firmly together to avoid leaks that can affect the calibration. See Figure 21, “Replacing the Particle Filter and Hydrophobic Filter Disk” on page 99 for an illustration of the internal parts of the probe.
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100.0 10 . Connect the tubing from the demand flow regulator to the rigid tube on the probe. Allow the GX-6000 to draw gas for one minute. 11 . If necessary, adjust the reading to match the cylinder concentration with AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons.
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SINGLE CAL PASS ESCAPE 13 . Disconnect the tubing from the GX-6000’s probe. 14 . Unscrew the demand flow regulator from the calibration cylinder. 15 . With the Select Sensor Screen displayed, place the cursor next to ESCAPE using the AIR or SHIFT (PANIC) button.
1 . Install the demand flow regulator onto the calibration cylinder. 2 . Connect the sample tubing to the demand flow regulator. 3 . Install the sample hose and probe on the GX-6000 inlet fitting. Make sure the probe’s two halves are tightened firmly together to avoid leaks that can affect the calibration.
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ESCAPE screen that will take you back to the Calibration Mode menu. Use the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons to display the PID sensor screen. AUTO AUTO GAS SELECT GAS SELECT AIR or SHIFT (PANIC) 100.0 ppm ESCAPE 75 • Performing a Bump Test GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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If you do not want to proceed with the bump test, press and release the DISP/LOCK button to return to the Gas Select Screen. If you do want to continue with the bump test, proceed to the next step. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Performing a Bump Test • 76...
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If the PID sensor failed the bump test, see “Troubleshooting” on page 87 to investigate the cause of the failure and replace the failed sensor, if necessary. c. Disconnect the tubing from the probe. 77 • Performing a Bump Test GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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The calibration time counted down during a calibration initiated because of a failed bump test is the difference between the gas time and the calibration time defined in the BUMP SETTING menu item in Maintenance Mode. 60CAL 100.0 GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Performing a Bump Test • 78...
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15 . Use the SHIFT (PANIC) button to place the cursor next to the NORMAL MODE menu option, then press and release the POWER/ ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. 79 • Performing a Bump Test GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Chapter 5: User Mode Overview This section describes the GX-6000 in User Mode. See Table 10 below for a list of the items found in User Mode, the page that the menu item’s instructions can be found on, and a short description of the menu item.
WARNING: The GX-6000 is not in operation as a gas detector while in User Mode. 1 . Take the GX-6000 to a non-hazardous location and turn it off if it is on. 2 . Press and hold the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons, then press and hold the POWER/ENTER button.
4 . Press and release POWER/ENTER to save the setting. The month setting flashes. 5 . Repeat Step 3 and Step 4 to enter the month, day, hours, and minutes settings. The main menu displays after you enter the seconds setting. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Setting the Date and Time • 82...
4 . Press and release POWER/ENTER to save the setting and return to the main menu. Configuring the Channels This menu item does not apply to this version of the GX-6000. Updating the Language Setting The LANGUAGE menu item allows you to select the language for the GX-6000’s user interface.
LOCK. The unit will return to the main menu. 4 . Press and release POWER/ENTER to save the new language setting and return to the main menu. The GX-6000’s user interface will now be in the newly selected language. Viewing the ROM/SUM of the Instrument The ROM/SUM screen shows the firmware version that is loaded in the instrument and the firmware checksum.
Turning the Password Function On or Off With PASSWORD set to ON, the GX-6000 prompts you for a password when you enter User Mode and Calibration Mode. With PASSWORD set to OFF (factory setting), no password is required to enter User Mode or Calibration Mode.
1 . From the main menu, place the cursor in front of START MEASURE at the bottom of the menu. 2 . Press and release POWER/ENTER. 3 . The unit will begin its start-up sequence. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Exiting User Mode • 86...
Chapter 6: Maintenance Overview This chapter describes troubleshooting procedures for the GX-6000. It also includes procedures for replacing and recharging the batteries and replacing various consumable parts. WARNING: RKI Instruments, Inc. recommends that service, calibration, and repair of RKI Instruments be performed by personnel properly trained for this work.
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• The auto calibration value 1. Check all calibration tubing for leaks or for any bad connections. single calibration may not match the 2. Make sure the GX-6000 has fails. cylinder gas concentration been properly set up for (auto calibration only).
1 . Turn off the GX-6000. WARNING: Do not remove the batteries while the GX-6000 is on. 2 . Turn the GX-6000 over so that the flow chamber and battery cover are facing up and the LCD is facing down.
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4 . Grasp the end of the battery cover that’s closest to the bottom of the instrument and lift it up. Figure 11: Opening Battery Cover 5 . Carefully remove the old alkaline batteries. Verify that the battery compartment and electrical contacts are clean. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Replacing or Recharging the Batteries • 90...
WARNING: Do not remove the battery pack while the GX-6000 is on. 2 . Remove the rubber boot, if installed. 3 . Turn the GX-6000 over so that the flow chamber and battery cover are facing up and the LCD is facing down.
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9 . Reinstall the rubber boot, if desired. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Replacing or Recharging the Batteries • 92...
RKI charger model BC-6000DC, p/n 49-2183. Use of other rechargeable batteries or chargers or charging of other rechargeable batteries in the GX-6000 will void the warranty. PRUDENCE:Pour être utilisé uniquement avec une batterie au lithium-ion p/n 49-1619. Charge uniquement en fonction du modèle de chargeur RKI BC-6000, p/n 49-2182, ou modèle de chargeur...
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One adapter will not operate more than one charging station. 4 . Place the GX-6000 into the battery charging station as shown in Figure 17 below so that the metal contacts on the back of the unit come into contact with the metal contacts on the back of the holder in the charging station.
The lithium ion battery pack may be charged using the charging station while it is out of the GX-6000. This is useful if spare battery packs are kept in case the pack in the GX-6000 needs to be charged, but the unit must be used immediately.
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3 . If using an AC powered charging station, plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. AC Power Supply Power Supply Jack (on bottom of charger) DC12V To AC Outlet AC Powered Charging Station Figure 18: Connecting the Charging Station’s AC Adapter GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Replacing or Recharging the Batteries • 96...
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One adapter will not operate more than one charging station. 4 . If necessary, remove the battery pack from the instrument as described in Step 1 - Step 6 in “Replacing the Lithium Ion Battery Pack” on page 91. 97 • Replacing or Recharging the Batteries GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Replacing the Probe’s Particle Filter and Hydrophobic Filter Disk Inspect the probe’s internal components if you notice that the GX-6000’s pump sounds bogged down or if an unexplained low flow alarm occurs. Replace the particle filter and hydrophobic filter disk if they appear dirty or saturated with liquid.
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6 . Place the new filter disk flat on top of the gasket. Make sure that it sits in the gasket and does not extend over the gasket’s edge. 99 • Replacing the Probe’s Particle Filter and Hydrophobic Filter Disk GX-6000...
2 . Use a small Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the four screws holding the flow chamber to the rest of the GX-6000’s case. 3 . Grasp the sides of the flow chamber and lift it away from the rest of the case.
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9 . Insert the flow chamber back into the instrument. 10 . Tighten the flow chamber’s four screws that were loosened in Step 2. 101 • Replacing the PID Sensor GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
11 . Start up the GX-6000 by pressing and briefly holding the POWER/ ENTER button. 12 . Calibrate the new sensor as described in “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60. Replacing the Hydrophobic Filter and Wire Mesh Disk 1. Verify that the GX-6000 is off.
2 . Use a small Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the four screws holding the flow chamber to the rest of the GX-6000’s case. 3 . Grasp the sides of the flow chamber and lift it away from the rest of the case.
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If the lamp remains lodged in the sensor body, carefully remove it with tweezers. Lamp Window Figure 25: Lamp Window Location 10 . If the spring in the lamp cavity comes out, place it back into the lamp cavity. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual PID Sensor Maintenance • 104...
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Take care not to touch the tip of the cotton swab that is used to clean the lamp as this may contaminate it with finger oil. 16 . Ensure the lamp is completely dry and any visible signs of contamination are removed before reinstalling. 105 • PID Sensor Maintenance GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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23 . Push the sensor into the socket until it bottoms out. 24 . Place the sensor gasket back over the sensor ensuring that it seals with the sensor and the flow fittings. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual PID Sensor Maintenance • 106...
25 . Insert the flow chamber back into the instrument. 26 . Tighten the flow chamber’s four screws that were loosened in Step 2. 27 . Start up the GX-6000 by pressing and briefly holding the POWER/ ENTER button. 28 . Calibrate the PID sensor as described in “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode”...
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11 . Discard the old PID lamp. NOTE: At this point it is recommended that the finger cots be used on the fingers handling the lamp. Finger cots are included with the lamp cleaning kit. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual PID Sensor Maintenance • 108...
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19 . Place the sensor gasket and filters back over the sensor ensuring that it seals with the sensor and the flow fittings. 20 . Insert the flow chamber back into the instrument. 109 • PID Sensor Maintenance GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
60. Replacing the PID Sensor’s Electrode Stack The electrode stack can last for the life of the PID sensor if the GX-6000 is used in a very clean, controlled environment. When used in a heavily contaminated or dirty environment, the electrode stack may only last a month.
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O-ring seal in the new electrode stack with the other hand as shown below. Take care not to touch the lamp window. 111 • PID Sensor Maintenance GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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20 . Insert the flow chamber back into the instrument. 21 . Tighten the flow chamber’s four screws that were loosened in Step 2. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual PID Sensor Maintenance • 112...
22 . Start up the GX-6000 by pressing and briefly holding the POWER/ ENTER button. 23 . Calibrate the PID sensor as described in “Chapter 4: Calibration Mode” on page 60. General Parts List Table 13 lists part numbers for the GX-6000’s replacement parts and accessories.
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Sample hose with integral probe, with hydrophobic filter and particle filter, no scrubber section. Replace “XX” with length in feet. 3 foot hose is standard. Available lengths for the GX-6000 are 3, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, and 50 feet.
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82-0003RK Electrode stack removal tool 82-0300RK Lamp cleaning kit with electrode stack removal tool PID-001L PID sensor, 0 - 50,000 ppb VOC PID-002 PID sensor, 0 - 6,000 ppm VOC 115 • General Parts List GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Appendix A: Maintenance Mode Overview This appendix describes the GX-6000 in Maintenance Mode. The GX-6000 is factory-set to suit most applications. Update settings in Maintenance Mode only if required for your specific application. Maintenance Mode items and their factory settings are listed in Table 14 below.
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• ON • OFF • ESCAPE return to main menu PUMP OFF DISP (pg.134) • ON • OFF ID DISPLAY (pg.135) • ON • OFF BACK LIGHT TIME (pg.135) OFF - 255 SEC 30 SEC 117 • Overview GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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• OFF INERT MODE (pg.138) L. /B. MODE (pg.138) BAR HOLE TIME (pg.138) CO DISPLAY (pg.139) MAN DOWN (pg.139) • MAN DOWN (pg.139) • ON • OFF • PANIC (pg.140) • ON • OFF GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Overview • 118...
• Use the SHIFT (PANIC) button to move the cursor down through the main menu and submenu items, and to lower values or change the setting in a specific option. 119 • Tips for Using Maintenance Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
WARNING: The GX-6000 is not in operation as a gas detector while in Maintenance Mode. 1 . Take the GX-6000 to a non-hazardous location and turn it off if it is on. 2 . Press and hold the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons, then press and hold the POWER/ENTER button.
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MAINTENANCE and press and release the POWER/ENTER button. A password screen will appear. Continue to Step 7. 6 . If User Mode’s PASSWORD has been set to ON, a password screen will appear. 121 • Using Maintenance Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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POWER/ENTER button to enter Maintenance Mode. There is no need to enter a password. The password screen appears even if PASSWORD is set to OFF so that a special factory mode can be accessed, if necessary. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Using Maintenance Mode • 122...
4 . Press and release POWER/ENTER to save the setting. The month setting flashes. 5 . Repeat Step 3 and Step 4 to enter the month, day, hours, and minutes settings. The main menu displays after you enter the seconds setting. 123 • Using Maintenance Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
127 for instructions. Entering the BUMP TEST menu item brings you to the first of the Gas Select Screens. See “Performing a Bump Test” on page 74 for instructions, starting at Step 8. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Using Maintenance Mode • 124...
2 . Press and release POWER/ENTER. The CAL SETTING menu appears. Updating the Calibration Reminder Setting With CAL REMINDER set to ON (factory setting), the GX-6000 will give an indication at start up if it is due for calibration. The type of indication will depend on the CAL EXPRD setting (see “Updating the Calibration Expired...
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With CAL EXPRD set to CANNOT USE, if the unit is due for calibration, the GX-6000 will give an indication at start up that calibration is past due and will prompt you to press and release POWER/ENTER to enter Calibration Mode and perform a calibration.
Updating the Calibration Check Gas Setting For this version of the GX-6000, the CAL CHECK GAS parameter needs to be set to ALL GAS. It is not recommended that this parameter be changed. Returning to the Maintenance Mode Menu 1 . From the CAL SETTING screen, place the cursor next to ESCAPE.
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If the bump test reading differs more, the bump test will fail. The available values are 10%, 20% 30% (factory setting), 40%, and 50%. 1 . From the BUMP PARAMETERS screen, place the cursor next to CHECK. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Using Maintenance Mode • 128...
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90 seconds and the GAS TIME is set to 30 seconds, if the bump test fails, the GX-6000 will only be exposed to gas for an additional 60 seconds. The available values are 90 seconds (factory setting), and 120 seconds.
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Updating the Bump Reminder Setting With BUMP REMINDER set to ON, the GX-6000 will give an indication at start up if it is due for bump testing. The type of indication will depend on the BUMP EXPRD setting (see “Updating the Bump Expired Setting” on page 130).
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With BUMP EXPRD set to CANNOT USE, if the unit is due for bump testing, the GX-6000 will give an indication at start up that a bump test is past due and will prompt you to press and release POWER/ENTER to enter Calibration Mode and perform a bump test.
Updating the Alarm Point Settings This menu item allows you to update one or more alarm points (the reading at which the GX-6000 recognizes the alarm condition). See Table 1 on page 3 for alarm point factory settings. 1 . From the ALARM SETTING menu, place the cursor next to ALARM POINTS.
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Updating the Alarm Latching Setting With ALARM LATCHING set to LATCHING (factory setting), the GX-6000 remains in alarm condition until the alarm condition passes and the RESET button is pressed. With ALARM LATCHING set to SELF RESET, the GX-6000 automatically resets an alarm when the alarm condition passes.
Updating the Alarm Silence Setting With ALARM SILENCE set to ON (factory setting), pressing and releasing the RESET button silences the buzzer when the GX-6000 is in alarm. The LEDs continue to flash, the vibrator continues to pulse, and the display continues to show the alarm.
4 . Press and release POWER/ENTER to save the setting and return to the main menu. Updating the Language Setting This setting allows you to select the language for the GX-6000’s user interface. The available choices are English (factory setting), Japanese, Italian, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Korean.
With LUNCH BREAK set to ON, the Lunch Break Screen displays during startup. From this screen, you can choose to continue accumulating TWA and PEAK readings and the time in operation from the last time the GX-6000 was used or start collecting new readings and reset the time in operation.
0% even though a different value may be displayed. Updating the Autoranging Setting This menu item does not apply to this version of the GX-6000. Updating the Confirmation Alert Setting With CONFIRMATION set to ON, the GX-6000 periodically double beeps and double flashes the LED arrays to verify that it is operating.
4 . Press and release POWER/ENTER to save the setting and return to the main menu. Turning Inert Mode On or Off This menu item does not apply to this version of the GX-6000. Updating the Leak Check/Bar Hole Mode Setting This menu item does not apply to this version of the GX-6000.
Updating the CO Display Setting This menu item does not apply to this version of the GX-6000. Updating the Man Down Settings The MAN DOWN menu item in Maintenance Mode has a sub menu with 6 menu items: MAN DOWN, PANIC, WARNING 1 TIME, WARNING 2 TIME, ALARM TIME, and ESCAPE.
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1 . From the MAN DOWN MENU screen, place the cursor next to WARNING 2 TIME. 2 . Press and release POWER/ENTER. The Warning 2 Time Screen appears. 3 . Use AIR or SHIFT (PANIC) to display the desired setting. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Using Maintenance Mode • 140...
LOG INTERVAL LOG CLEAR DISP LOG OVER WRITE ESCAPE 1 . From the main menu, place the cursor next to LOG SETTING. 2 . Press and release POWER/ENTER. The LOG SETTING menu appears. 141 • Using Maintenance Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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With LOG OVER WRITE set to ON (factory setting), the GX-6000 writes over the oldest data with new data when the data logger memory is full. With LOG OVER WRITE set to OFF, the GX-6000 stops saving data to the data logger when the data logger memory is full.
4 . The pump will turn on and two new values will be displayed. The top will be a reference value and the bottom will reflect the pump’s current draw. MAINTE FLOW ADJUST 1500 2500 143 • Using Maintenance Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
4 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button again to return to the main menu. Turning the Password Function On or Off With PASSWORD set to ON (factory setting), the GX-6000 prompts you for a password when you enter Maintenance Mode. The factory set password is 0006.
For the items in Maintenance Mode, the default settings are the same as the standard factory settings. If you want to return the GX-6000 to its default configuration, it is possible to do so by using the Default Settings menu item in Maintenance Mode.
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WARNING: When the GX-6000 is restored to its default configuration, the zero and span values are reset. You must recalibrate the instrument if you restore the GX-6000 to its default configuration. 1 . From the main menu, place the cursor in front of RESTORE DEFAULT.
1 . From the main menu, place the cursor in front of START MEASURE at the bottom of the menu. 2 . Press and release POWER/ENTER. 3 . The unit will begin its start-up sequence. 147 • Using Maintenance Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
3 pins on the back. It is installed in a white housing that has three sockets on the bottom that mate with the GX-6000 instrument. The PID sensor must always be installed in the first smart sensor position which is located in the top left corner of the sensor block.
Tube Holder The tube holder attaches to the GX-6000’s inlet fitting. It has a breakaway feature ensuring that the GX-6000 will not be damaged by hitting the tube holder on something when it is installed. The tube holder should only be used in Benzene Select Mode or when performing a calibration in TUBE CAL.
Start Up The instructions for starting up a GX-6000 with a 10.0 eV/benzene PID sensor installed are the same as described in “Start Up” on page 16 with the exception of the screens shown in Step 8. Those screens appear as shown below.
Be sure to perform an appropriate calibration for Benzene Select Mode use as described in “Important Calibration Information” on page 160 before continuing. WARNING: There are no alarm indications in Benzene Select Mode. 151 • Measuring Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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See “Replacing a Tube” on page 170 for instructions. 5 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button to confirm the tube and holder have been installed. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Benzene Select Mode • 152...
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45SEC 9 . To cancel the measurement, press and release the RESET button. TUBE 0.00 CANCEL ? YES :ENTER NO :DISP 43SEC • Press the POWER/ENTER button to confirm the measurement cancel. 153 • Benzene Select Mode GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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“Replacing a Tube” on page 170 for instructions. TUBE CHANGE TUBE YES :ENTER NO :DISP EXIT :RESET b. Once the tube is changed, press and release the POWER/ENTER button to start the measurement. Return to Step 8. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Benzene Select Mode • 154...
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TUBE REMOVE HOLDER YES :ENTER NO :DISP b. Remove the tube holder from the GX-6000’s inlet fitting. c. Press and release the POWER/ENTER button. 13 . To proceed with taking a STEL measurement, press and release the RESET button. TUBE...
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At the end of the STEL countdown, the STEL reading displays. TUBE BNZ STEL 0.00 REPEAT ? YES :ENTER NO :DISP e. To repeat the STEL measurement, press and release POWER/ ENTER. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Benzene Select Mode • 156...
REMOVE HOLDER YES :ENTER NO :DISP g. Remove the tube holder from the GX-6000’s inlet fitting. h. Press and release the POWER/ENTER button. Viewing Benzene Select Mode Data Readings taken in Benzene Select Mode are saved to the snap logger. To view Benzene Select Mode readings, do the following: 1 .
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5 . Use the AIR and SHIFT (PANIC) buttons to scroll through different snap log IDs. 6 . To view the data in a snap log ID, press and release the POWER/ENTER button. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Viewing Benzene Select Mode Data • 158...
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POWER/ Select Mode 3:45 Standard Data ENTER BENZENE SELECT NUMBER TANK 5 SHIFT SHIFT REC DATA REC DATA DATE 5/20/2015 MM/DD/YYYY Measuring POWER/ 3:40 Mode ENTER Data NUMBER TANK 5 159 • Viewing Benzene Select Mode Data GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
1. AUTO CAL or SINGLE CAL with isobutylene (or other target gas) 2. enter CAL CODE Measuring Mode, AUTO CAL with benzene (no TUBE CAL or CAL CODE required) benzene detection GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor • 160...
AUTO CAL or SINGLE CAL with isobutylene (or other detection* target gas) * Even though it is possible to use the 10.0 eV/benzene PID sensor for general VOC detection, RKI Instruments, Inc. recommends using the low range or high range 10.6 eV sensor instead. Performing an AUTO CAL See “Calibrating Using the Auto Calibration Method”...
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4 . Be sure a filter tube is installed in the tube holder and then attach the tube holder to the instrument’s inlet fitting. See “Replacing a Tube” on page 170 for instructions. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor • 162...
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8 . To view or change the benzene concentration to be used for the TUBE CAL: a. Use the SHIFT (PANIC) button to place the cursor next to CONCENTRATION. 163 • Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
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APPLYGAS 0.00 45SEC 14 . If the calibration passes, the screen will indicate PASS and will return you to the TUBE CAL Auto Calibration Menu. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor • 164...
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TUBE CAL REMOVE HOLDER YES :ENTER NO :DISP 18 . Remove the tube holder from the GX-6000’s inlet fitting. 19 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button. You will return to the Calibration Mode Menu. 20 . Use the SHIFT...
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4 . Be sure a filter tube is installed in the tube holder and then attach the tube holder to the instrument’s inlet fitting. See “Replacing a Tube” on page 170 for instructions. GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor • 166...
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12 . At the end of the countdown, use the AIR or SHIFT (PANIC) button to adjust the reading to match the concentration listed on the calibration cylinder. 13 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button. 167 • Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
TUBE CAL REMOVE HOLDER YES :ENTER NO :DISP 16 . Remove the tube holder from the GX-6000’s inlet fitting. 17 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button. You will return to the Calibration Mode Menu. 18 . Use the SHIFT...
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6 . Press and release the POWER/ENTER button to confirm the calibration code. The screen will show “END” and will return to the Calibration Mode menu. 169 • Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Replacing a Tube When to Replace Tube RKI Instruments, Inc. recommends that the tube be replaced before starting a new measurement in Benzene Select Mode. If discoloration of the filter material extends beyond the “3/4” line (into the side without the text and arrow), the tube needs to be replaced.
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See “Calibrating the 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Sensor” on page 160 for a description of calibration methods. 7 . Tubes do not contain cadmium, mercury, or chrome and may be disposed as general waste. 171 • Maintenance GX-6000 Operator’s Manual...
Calibration kit: 103 liter 5 ppm benzene in air cylinder, demand flow regulator, calibration tubing 81-6XZX-DLV Calibration kit: 34 liter 5 ppm benzene in air cylinder, demand flow regulator, calibration tubing PID-003L PID sensor, 10.0 eV/benzene GX-6000 Operator’s Manual Parts List for 10.0 eV/Benzene PID Instruments • 172...
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Warranty RKI Instruments, Inc. warrants the GX-6000 sold by us to be free from defects in materials, workmanship, and performance for a period of two years from the date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. This includes the instrument and the original sensor. Replacement parts are warranted for 1 year from the date of their shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc.
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