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 Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd
OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1

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  • Page 1  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    EU Declaration of conformity ..........................12 The GEM5000 gas analyser ............................ 14 The GEM5000 ..............................14 GEM5000 standard product ..........................15 GEM5000 optional products and accessories ......................16 Pitot tube (optional) ............................16 Orifice plate (optional) ............................16 Temperature probe (optional) ........................... 16 Anemometer (optional) .............................
  • Page 3 GEM5000  Page 3 of 127 Operating Manual Instrument status icons ............................. 23 Instrument LED power states ..........................24 Changing between parameters .......................... 24 Entering data..............................24 Instrument main gas read screen ........................25 Storage ................................26 Battery/charging ..............................26 Power supply front and back drawing:.......................
  • Page 4 GEM5000  Page 4 of 127 Operating Manual Routes ................................47 Adjust backlight ..............................47 Adjust volume ..............................48 User Prompts ..............................49 Exit menu ................................49 Taking readings ..............................50 Creating an ID ..............................51 Change screen layout ............................52 Answering site questions ...........................
  • Page 5 GEM5000  Page 5 of 127 Operating Manual Restore to factory .............................. 75 Calibration history .............................. 75 Calibration summary ............................75 Problem solving..............................76 Warning and error display ..........................76 Service ..................................77 Warranty policy ..............................78 Important notice to all customers ......................... 79 Appendices –...

  • Page 6: Manual Guidelines

    Notes Important/useful information and instructions are shown clearly throughout the manual in a note format. For example: Note: For further information please contact Technical Support at Geotech on +44(0)1926 338111 or email technical@geotech.co.uk.  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Operating Manual INTRODUCTION This manual explains how to use the GEM5000 portable gas analyser. The GEM5000 is easy to use, calibrate and configure and enables consistent collection of data for improved analysis and accurate reporting, whilst helping to check the digester process is running efficiently.
  • Page 8 Protective Extra Low Voltage (PELV) circuit.  Only a Geotechnical Instrument battery pack part number 20087 or 2011113 is permitted as a replacement. This battery pack shall only be changed in a safe area by Geotech personnel or authorised distributors. ...
  • Page 9 GEM5000  Page 9 of 127 Operating Manual  The relative pressure range is +/-250 mbar. Note, however, that the input pressure should not exceed +/- 250 mbar relative to atmospheric pressure and the output pressure should not exceed +/- 100 mbar relative to atmospheric pressure.

  • Page 10: Mcerts

    GEM5000  Page 10 of 127 Operating Manual For CSA (USA) the 5000 series of gas analysers are certified to Hazardous Area Classification CLASS 2258 83 - PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT - Intrinsically Safe and Non-Incendive Systems – For Hazardous Locations - CERTIFIED TO U.S. STANDARDS AEx ib IIA: Model GA 5000, GEM 5000 and BIOGAS 5000 Methane Detectors;...

  • Page 11: Ciria

    GEM5000  Page 11 of 127 Operating Manual CIRIA The CIRIA guideline ‘Assessing the risks posed by hazardous ground gases to buildings’ proposes that gas concentrations and flow rates should be monitored. As an example methodology, they suggest using a gas analyser to first measure flow and pressure and then afterwards to measure gas concentration.

  • Page 12: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    GEM5000  Page 12 of 127 Operating Manual EU Declaration of conformity  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1...
  • Page 13 GEM5000  Page 13 of 127 Operating Manual  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1...

  • Page 14: The Gem5000 Gas Analyser

     Page 14 of 127 Operating Manual THE GEM5000 GAS ANALYSER The GEM5000 GEM5000 gas analyser The GEM5000 gas analyser is designed for anaerobic digestion. Benefits:  Allows balancing of gas extraction site.  Maximise power generation from site. ...

  • Page 15: Gem5000 Standard Product

    Applications:  Gas extraction fields.  Flare monitoring.  Landfill sites. GEM5000 standard product Refrence Hard carry case H2S filter (optional – if the compensated CO cell is fitted) In-line water trap tubing & filter Safety manual Gas analyser instrument Charger with adapters ...

  • Page 16: Gem5000 Optional Products And Accessories

    Pitot tube (optional) The GEM5000 gas analyser enables the use of a pitot tube to aid accurate flow measurement. The pitot tube is used for gas extraction systems and the pressure readings are taken in mbar. High gas flow is calculated in the analyser in m /hr (metres cubed per hour).

  • Page 17: H2S Filter (Optional)

    H2S filter (optional) The GEM5000 gas analyser has the capability to use an H2S filter and is required as standard if the compensated CO cell is fitted and configured at the time the instrument is manufactured. H2S gas can have a cross-gas effect on the CO reading.

  • Page 18: Instrument Accessory Products

    Page 18 of 127 Operating Manual Instrument accessory products Optional accessory and replacement parts must ONLY be purchased for the GEM5000 gas analyser direct from Geotech or your agent. Please contact sales@geotech.co.uk for further details on pricing and how to order. Description...
  • Page 19 GEM5000  Page 19 of 127 Operating Manual Water trap with barbed filters (pack of 10) GA4.9 Water trap with barbed filters (pack of 30) GA4.9(30) Gas ports connectors (pack of 10) MC10 Sampling tube 5m length flexible PVC tubing GA2.3...

  • Page 20: Gem5000 Instrument Features

    GEM5000  Page 20 of 127 Operating Manual GEM5000 INSTRUMENT FEATURES Physical characteristics of the instrument panel FRONT REAR On / Off key Charger/temperature port Backlight key Flow inlet Menu key Gas inlet Assistance key USB port Soft-keys Rear label...

  • Page 21: Analyser Features And Keys

    GEM5000  Page 21 of 127 Operating Manual Analyser features and keys Feature Function Front On / Off key Turns the instrument on and off Backlight key Enables the operator to turn the backlight on/off on the analyser display panel.

  • Page 22: General Operational Instructions

    GENERAL OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Switching the instrument on 1) To switch on the analyser, press and hold the ‘On/Off’ key. The Geotech logo will display followed by the instrument warm up. 2) Following the instrument warm up, the ‘Date and Time’ screen is displayed prompting the technician to set the date and time and required format.

  • Page 23: Switching The Analyser Off

    GEM5000  Page 23 of 127 Operating Manual Switching the analyser off To switch off the analyser, press and hold the ‘On/Off’ key, at which point a clean air purge will be carried out and the instrument will then switch off.

  • Page 24: Instrument Led Power States

    GEM5000  Page 24 of 127 Operating Manual Legacy mode USB disabled This icon indicates that the analyser is This icon indicates that the analyser has reached a in legacy mode and hence is ready to battery critical state, and hence has turned off its connect to a PC.

  • Page 25: Instrument Main Gas Read Screen

    GEM5000  Page 25 of 127 Operating Manual Any mistakes can be corrected using the soft-key ‘Delete’ which will delete the last digit typed. Alternatively, the sequence can be retyped before the ‘Enter’ key is pressed and the existing numbers will be pushed off the screen.

  • Page 26: Storage

    GEM5000  Page 26 of 127 Operating Manual Storage The analyser should not be exposed to extreme temperature. For example, do not keep the analyser in a hot car. When not in use analysers should be kept in a clean, dry and warm environment, such as an office and protect the analyser with either the soft carry case or store in the hard carry case provided with the instrument.

  • Page 27: Power Supply Front And Back Drawing

    GEM5000  Page 27 of 127 Operating Manual Power supply front and back drawing: Charger input: Input voltage: 100-240V AC ± 10% Input 50-60Hz ± 10% frequency: Input current: 0.4A @ 100VAC..0.2A @ 240VAC Charger output Ouput voltage: 10.1VDC max Output current: 1.5A max...

  • Page 28: Warning And Error Codes

    The Geotech 5000 updater software needs to be installed on to a PC by a user with administrator rights, it is then ready to be used by the end-user. A GFUSB download cable is required along with a PC with access to a reasonably fast internet connection.
  • Page 29 GEM5000  Page 29 of 127 Operating Manual  Save the new unzipped folder to a location on your computer  Open this folder and double click the setup.exe (administration rights will be required)  Follow the on-screen instructions, accepting where necessary. (Please note the progress bar doesn’t move...
  • Page 30 Change the comms mode to GA5K by pressing “Comms mode” soft key (Please note: if you have just installed the drivers the analyser may be in GA5K mode already)  Connect the analyser to the PC via the Geotech GFUSB lead.  Start the Geotech 5K updater software ...
  • Page 31 GEM5000  Page 31 of 127 Operating Manual  Now set your analyser back to “legacy mode”. (menu key > device settings > 3 Device information > press “Comms mode” soft key.) Your analyser will not work with GAMS unless it is in “legacy mode”...

  • Page 32: Menu Key

    GEM5000  Page 32 of 127 Operating Manual MENU KEY The ‘Menu’ key enables the operator to select options to set up specific parameters and perform operational tasks prior to sample readings being taken or to view data and information stored in the instrument.

  • Page 33: Timers

    GEM5000  Page 33 of 127 Operating Manual Timers The timers function enables the operator to set standard purge times and set auto-power off if the unit is untouched for the period of time specified. Select ‘Key 1 – Timers’ and the following screen is displayed: Timers Select ‘Key 1’...

  • Page 34: View Data

    GEM5000  Page 34 of 127 Operating Manual Select ‘Key 2 – Gas Check’ and the following menu is displayed: Gas check For more information about the Gas Check Menu please refer to section 9.0 – Calibration. Select soft-key ‘Exit’ to exit operation settings and return to the main screen.

  • Page 35: Set Alarms

    GEM5000  Page 35 of 127 Operating Manual Select the soft-key ‘Filter’ to filter the data by sample point ID, or specify before or after date. Press the soft-key ‘Exit’ to exit the filter menu and return to the ‘View Data’ screen.
  • Page 36 GEM5000  Page 36 of 127 Operating Manual Setting up alarms/targets Select the ‘Menu’ button on the front of the analyser to display the ‘Device Settings’ menu. Press the soft key to display ‘Operation Settings’. Select ‘Key 4 – Set Alarms’ and the following menu is displayed:...

  • Page 37: Adjust Flow Fail

    The operator will return to the ‘Operation settings’ menu. Note: The default setting displays the bar in the centre. BEFORE altering this setting, please contact Technical Support at Geotech on +44(0)1926 338111 or email technical@geotech.co.uk Technician login This option enables the operator to select or change a pre-defined technician login and all subsequent readings will be tagged with this Technician Login ID.
  • Page 38 GEM5000  Page 38 of 127 Operating Manual Select ‘Key 6 – Technician login’ and the following screen is displayed: Technician login Use the cursor keys to move throughout the list of IDs displayed; select the ‘Enter’ key to select choice of ID, default if no IDs are listed or soft-key ‘Skip’...

  • Page 39: Device Settings

    GEM5000  Page 39 of 127 Operating Manual DEVICE SETTINGS To access the ‘Device Settings’ menu, select the ‘Menu’ key on the front of the analyser to display the ‘Operating Settings’ menu followed by the soft-key to display ‘Device Settings’ menu. The following menu is displayed:...

  • Page 40: Bluetooth

    GEM5000  Page 40 of 127 Operating Manual Select ‘Key 3’ to toggle between ‘Manual Update’ and ‘Automatic Update’ in order to choose how the date and time is set if updating from satellite signal. Manual Used to manually obtain and update the date and time from the satellite signal when requested.

  • Page 41: Device Information

    GEM5000  Page 41 of 127 Operating Manual Device information This option displays default instrument information and settings such as serial number, service due date, last zero calibration date and last span calibration date. Select the ‘Menu’ key on the front of the analyser to display the ‘Device Settings’ menu.

  • Page 42: Diagnostics

    Page 42 of 127 Operating Manual Diagnostics This option enables the Geotech Technical Support Team to identify and resolve issues with the instrument and settings. If required, the operator may be asked to confirm the diagnostics displayed. Select the ‘Menu’ key on the front of the analyser to display the ‘Device Settings’ menu.

  • Page 43: User Settings

    GEM5000  Page 43 of 127 Operating Manual USER SETTINGS To access the ‘User settings’ menu, select the ‘Menu’ key on the front of the analyser to display the ‘Operating Settings’ menu followed by the soft-key to display ‘User Settings’ menu. The following menu is displayed: User settings menu To exit the user settings menu select the soft-key ‘Exit’.

  • Page 44: Units Of Measurement

    GEM5000  Page 44 of 127 Operating Manual Key 3 French Key 4 German Key 5 Italian Key 6 Portuguese Use the soft-keys to move to the next page for further language options, including simplified Chinese To exit this option, select the soft-key ‘Exit’ and the operator is returned to the ‘User Settings’ menu.

  • Page 45: Id Selection

    GEM5000  Page 45 of 127 Operating Manual Select soft-key ‘Exit’ to exit this screen and return to the ‘User Settings’ menu. ID selection The ID selection screen allows the operator to scroll through all IDs, including those uploaded from GAM and added directly onto the instrument, and then make a selection.
  • Page 46 GEM5000  Page 46 of 127 Operating Manual If there are no IDs present the technician can either add a new ID or press the enter key on the instrument keypad to return to the previous screen. Soft keys: ...

  • Page 47: Routes

    GEM5000  Page 47 of 127 Operating Manual Routes Using the optional Gas Analyser Manager Software (GAM) you can upload a route, this is a predefine list of IDs that you can go through in an order. This feature is useful if you have a certain order to complete your IDS in.

  • Page 48: Adjust Volume

    GEM5000  Page 48 of 127 Operating Manual Select the soft-key ‘Save’ to store the setting or select soft-key ‘Exit’ to exit the screen without saving the change. The operator will return to the ‘User settings’ menu. Selecting ‘Key 1’ allows the operator to configure the dimmer settings from ‘Auto Dim’ to ‘Auto Off’...

  • Page 49: User Prompts

    GEM5000  Page 49 of 127 Operating Manual Manual adjustment of the volume is available via this option and can be carried out with use of ‘Key 4 - Scroll left’ ( ) volume down and ‘Key 6 - Scroll right’ (>) volume up.

  • Page 50: Taking Readings

    GEM5000  Page 50 of 127 Operating Manual TAKING READINGS Preliminary checks before taking readings (best practice) Prior to use, it is good practice to ensure Start that: Step 1 If using GAM ID codes and Step 1 information have been...

  • Page 51: Creating An Id

    GEM5000  Page 51 of 127 Operating Manual Inhaling hydrogen sulphide gas (H2S) or other harmful gases can cause death. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that he/she is adequately trained in the safety aspects of using H2S and other harmful gases.

  • Page 52: Change Screen Layout

    GEM5000  Page 52 of 127 Operating Manual Change screen layout Use key 2 to toggle between 2 different ways of viewing the gas reading screen: Default view Alternative view You can use key 4 and key 6 to switch between the gases page and the pressure & flow page. This feature is only available on analysers running on firmware version 1.11 or later.

  • Page 53: Special Action

    GEM5000  Page 53 of 127 Operating Manual Special action This menu enables the operator to perform the additional following functions out of sequence if so desired. From the ‘Main Gas Read Screen’ select the soft-key ‘Special Action’ and the following menu is...

  • Page 54: Configuration Of The Data Logging Option

    GEM5000  Page 54 of 127 Operating Manual key ‘Store’ to store and record the reading. Key 5 – Enter Temperature This action enables the operator to manually enter a temperature reading if not using a temperature probe prior to taking a gas measurement.

  • Page 55: Gem Analyser In Ga Mode

    Note: For operating instructions on how to use the GA5000 mode of operation, please refer to the GA5000 gas analyser operating manual. Flow devices The GEM5000 gas analyser enables flow measurements to be recorded by using:  A pitot tube ...

  • Page 56: How To Use An Anemometer (Optional)

    How to use an anemometer (optional) The GEM5000 gas analyser has the facility to attach an anemometer device enabling the site engineer to measure the flow of gas within an extraction system. The anemometer can be set to display two values; m/s (meters per second) and m3/hr (metres cubed per hour).
  • Page 57 GEM5000  Page 57 of 127 Operating Manual The anemometer must fit centrally (the conical fitting must be set on the probe to half the pipe ID before insertion). The arrow on the tip of the probe must point in the direction of the gas flow.
  • Page 58 GEM5000  Page 58 of 127 Operating Manual  Do not kink the connector cable (risk of cable breakage).  Never allow hard objects to contact rotating impellers.  Always carry out probe cleaning according to the cleaning instructions. ...

  • Page 59: How To Use A Pitot Tube (Optional)

    How to use a Pitot tube (optional) The GEM5000 gas analyser enables the site engineer to take gas measurements using a pitot tube. The Pitot tube is used for gas extraction systems and the pressure readings are taken in mbar. Gas flow is calculated in the analyser in m /hr (metres cubed per hour).

  • Page 60: How To Use An H2S Filter (Optional)

    Hydrogen compensation is achievable up to a level of around 2000ppm. Above this level the CO reading will not be compensated for. In order to assist the operator the GEM5000 instrument also indicates the level of hydrogen present as low, medium or high. If a high hydrogen reading is present then the CO reading may be affected.
  • Page 61 *after internal filter depleted. Note: Other gases could cause cross-gas effects. If you suspect a cross sensitivity problem please contact the Technical Support Team at Geotech on +44(0)1926 338111. Cross-gas effects on methane, carbon dioxide and oxygen Methane is measured using dual beam infrared absorption. Analysers are calibrated using certified methane mixtures and will give correct readings provided there are no other hydrocarbon gases present within the sample (e.g.
  • Page 62 GEM5000  Page 62 of 127 Operating Manual The oxygen sensor is a galvanic cell type and suffers virtually no influence from CO , CO, H S, NO , SO or H unlike many other types of oxygen cell. The infrared sensors will not be ‘poisoned’ by other hydrocarbons and will revert to normal operation as soon as the gas sample has been ‘purged’.

  • Page 63: How To Use A Temperature Probe (Optional)

    The temperature probe enables the site engineer to measure the temperature of the gas within a sample point. The GEM5000 gas analyser uses the temperature of the gas to give more accurate flow measurement readings as part of the instrument calculation.

  • Page 64: How To Identify A Borehole Using The Gps Feature (Optional)

    How to identify a borehole using the GPS feature (optional) An optional GPS feature is available for the GEM5000 gas analyser. It enables the site engineer to automatically locate borehole IDs using GPS satellite signal from predefined borehole IDs uploaded from Gas Analyser Manager.
  • Page 65 GEM5000  Page 65 of 127 Operating Manual Once the operator selects a borehole ID the ‘GPS Navigation’ screen is displayed. Navigation If required select soft-key ‘Options’ to go to the ‘Navigation Options’ menu and the following screen is displayed:...

  • Page 66: Taking Gas And Flow Measurement

    GEM5000  Page 66 of 127 Operating Manual Horizontal: Estimate of horizontal error on the indicated position. The location is accurate to horizontal error 1.6m. Vertical: Estimate of vertical error on the indicated position. HDOP: ‘Horizontal Dilution of Precision’ which measures the accuracy of the indicated position.
  • Page 67 GEM5000  Page 67 of 127 Operating Manual If using GAM Select or Add Select Technician Select Set up GAM & Instrument Borehole Id and Air Purge START ID if required or soft-key UPLOAD to warm up press the ‘Enter’...

  • Page 68: Calibration

    CH4, CO2 and O2 can be measured by GEM5000 gas analyser as standard; these channels can be user calibrated. The analysers have other gas channel options that are specified at manufacture; these too can be calibrated.

  • Page 69: Calibration Gases

    Support for assistance. These are for general use but other gas concentrations can be used. Note: The above gases and most other gas concentrations can be supplied by Geotech. For further information please contact Sales on +44(0)1926 338111 or email sales@geotech.co.uk.

  • Page 70: Calibration Set-Up

    GEM5000  Page 70 of 127 Operating Manual Calibration set-up Do NOT attach the gas supply to the gas analyser before putting the analyser into the ‘Gas Check’ screen. Select ‘Check Spans’ from the ‘Operation Settings’ menu. The regulator supplied with the calibration kit has been configured to deliver a fixed flow. As the regulator’s flow is factory set, it only requires a few turns to open, no adjustment is necessary.

  • Page 71: Gas Analyser

    200 mbar pressure. Gas analyser For the GEM5000 gas analyser the calibration options can be found by selecting the ‘Menu’ key followed by soft- key ‘Operation Settings’. Select soft-key ‘1’ for ‘Gas Check’ and the menu below will appear. From here, select soft-key 1 for ‘Gas Check’.
  • Page 72 GEM5000  Page 72 of 127 Operating Manual measure, i.e. if you are trying to measure gas migration on a closed landfill, we’d recommend calibrating with CH4 5%/CO2 5%.  In regards to frequency, we would recommend that you perform a fresh air calibration before each monitoring session, and a span calibration typical every 4 –...

  • Page 73: Gas Check In Fresh Air

    GEM5000  Page 73 of 127 Operating Manual Gas check in fresh air Switch on the Main Gas Read instrument and Select key 2 Select key 1 START Screen select the complete the ‘Gas Check’ ‘Gas check’ ‘Menu’ key instrument warm up.

  • Page 74: Calibration - Mixtures 1, 2 & 3

    GEM5000  Page 74 of 127 Operating Manual Calibration – mixtures 1, 2 & 3 Switch on the Main Gas Read instrument and Select key 2 START Screen select the complete the ‘Gas check ’ ‘Menu’ key instrument warm up.

  • Page 75: Restore To Factory

    Calibration history The GEM5000 gas analyser logs user calibrations in the ‘History’ application. This can be used as an aid to ensuring that gas measurements are valid and accurate. Both good and failed calibration results are recorded for each channel calibrated.

  • Page 76: Problem Solving

    PROBLEM SOLVING This section outlines various warning and error messages which the operator may receive during general operation of the instrument. For further assistance please contact Technical Support at Geotech on +44(0)1926 338111 or email technical@geotech.co.uk. Warning and error display When switched on the instrument will perform a pre-determined self-test sequence taking approximately 15 seconds.

  • Page 77: Service

    6 months. The GEM5000 range is ATEX certified for use in potentially explosive areas. As such it should be serviced only by qualified engineers. Failure to observe this will result in the warranty becoming invalid and could invalidate the ATEX certification.

  • Page 78: Warranty Policy

    3 years from the date of the shipment to the user. During this period Geotech will repair or replace defective parts on an exchange basis. The decision to repair or replace will be determined by Geotech.

  • Page 79: Important Notice To All Customers

    Our Producer Registration Number is WEEE/NYN680 When your instrument is at the end of its life, please contact the Sales team at Geotech who will advise you on the next step in order to help us meet our obligations.

  • Page 80: Appendices - Safety Instructions

    GEM5000  Page 80 of 127 Operating Manual APPENDICES – SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE – ITALIAN LANGUAGE Istruzioni per la sicurezza Gli analizzatori di gas serie 5000 possono essere utilizzati per misurare i gas provenienti da discariche o da altre fonti, come descritto in questo manuale.
  • Page 81 GEM5000  Page 81 of 127 Operating Manual  Gli apparecchi sono certificati solo per l’uso a temperatura ambiente compresa tra -10ºC e +50ºC e non vanno utilizzati al di fuori di questo intervallo.  Gli apparecchi non vanno utilizzati in un’atmosfera che contenga più del 21% di ossigeno.
  • Page 82 Page 82 of 127 Operating Manual Rilevatori di metano Modello GA5000, GEM5000 e BIOGAS 5000; portatili, a batteria, con pacco batterie non sostituibile sul campo, cod. parte 20087 o 2011113; intrinsecamente sicuri, per circuiti intrinsecamente sicuri “[ib]” per Zona 1) fino alla sonda di temperatura Modello GF5.2 (Connettore B) e con parametri di entità in uscita come indicato nella tabella sottostante;...

  • Page 83: Mcerts

    Il programma offre uno schema in base al quale effettuare le misurazioni ambientali rispettando i requisiti qualitativi dell’Environment Agency e comprende varie attività di monitoraggio, campionatura e ispezione. Lo strumento GEM5000 ha la certificazione MCERTS solo se: • Dopo l’accensione iniziale, sullo schermo compare il logo MCERTS.
  • Page 84 Usare sempre il sifone per lo scarico della condensa!. Se il sifone si allaga, cambiare il filtro e controllare che tutti i tubi siano liberi dalla condensa prima di riutilizzarlo Nota: Se lo scarico di un analizzatore di gas serie GEM5000 è collegato ad un sistema pressurizzato, ciò fa uscire un flusso di gas dall’entrata.
  • Page 85 Manutenzione Gli analizzatori di gas della serie 5000 devono essere sottoposti a regolare controllo di manutenzione per accertare che il funzionamento sia corretto e preciso. Geotech raccomanda che la manutenzione e la taratura siano effettuate ogni 6 mesi. Gli analizzatori di gas della serie 5000 hanno la certificazione ATEX per l’utilizzo in aree potenzialmente esplosive.
  • Page 86 GEM5000  Page 86 of 127 Operating Manual Parti riparabili dall’utente: Non vi sono parti riparabili dall’utente all’interno dello strumento. Le parti seguenti possono essere riparate: Filtro acqua in Va controllato regolarmente per evidenziare eventuali ostruzioni, condensa o linea danneggiamenti e sostituito se necessario. Lo strumento non va mai usato senza il filtro in linea, per evitare possibili infiltrazioni dperché...

  • Page 87: Instructions For Safe Use - German Language

    GEM5000  Page 87 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE – GERMAN LANGUAGE Sicherheitsvorschriften Die Gasanalysatoren der 5000er Serie können zum Messen der Gase von Deponien und anderen Quellen wie in diesem Handbuch beschrieben verwendet werden. Der Bediener kann bei Verwendung des Geräts schädlichen Gasen ausgesetzt werden. Das Einatmen dieser Gase kann gesundheitsschädlich und in manchen Fällen sogar tödlich sein.
  • Page 88 GEM5000  Page 88 of 127 Operating Manual zertifiziert und sollten nicht außerhalb dieses Bereichs eingesetzt werden.  Die Geräte dürfen nicht in einer Atmosphäre mit mehr als 21 % Sauerstoffgehalt eingesetzt werden.  Die Reparatur dieser Geräte darf nur entsprechend der maßgeblichen Anleitung durchgeführt werden.
  • Page 89 Page 89 of 127 Operating Manual Methandetektoren Modell GA5000, GEM5000 und BIOGAS 5000; tragbar, batteriebetrieben mit nicht im Feld austauschbarem Akkupack Teilenr. 20087 oder 2011113; eigensicher, bietet eigensichere Kreise („[ib]“ für Zone 1) für Temperaturfühler Modell GFS.2 (Anschluss B), mit Entitätsausgabenparameter wie unten aufgeführt;...

  • Page 90: Mcerts

    Umweltagentur. Das Programm bietet einen Rahmen, in dem Umgebungsmessungen gemäß den Qualitätsanforderungen der Agentur durchgeführt werden können. Es umfasst eine Reihe von Überwachungs-, Probenahme- und Prüfaufgaben. Das Instrument GEM5000 ist nur MCERTS-zertifiziert, falls:  Das MCERTS-Logo nach dem erstmaligen Einschalten auf dem Bildschirm erscheint.
  • Page 91 Filter aus, und stellen Sie sicher, dass alle Schläuche frei von Feuchtigkeit sind, bevor Sie sie erneut verwenden. Hinweis: Wenn der Auslass eines Gasanalysators der Serie GEM5000 an ein druckbeaufschlagtes System angeschlossen ist, dann führt dies zu einem Gasstrom aus dem Einlassstromanschluss.
  • Page 92 Wartung Die Gasanalysatoren der 5000er Serie müssen regelmäßig gewartet werden, um den korrekten und genauen Betrieb zu gewährleisten. Geotech empfiehlt ein Wartungs- und Neukalibrierungsintervall von 6 Monaten. Die Gasanalysatoren der 5000er Serie sind für den Einsatz in explosionsgefährdeten Bereichen ATEX-zertifiziert.
  • Page 93 GEM5000  Page 93 of 127 Operating Manual Teile, die durch den Benutzer gewartet werden können: Im Gerät gibt es keine Teile, die durch den Benutzer gewartet werden können. Die folgenden Teile können durch den Benutzer gewartet werden: Filtro acqua in linea Er muss regelmäßig auf Verstopfungen, Feuchtigkeit bzw.

  • Page 94: Instructions For Safe Use - French Language

    GEM5000  Page 94 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE – FRENCH LANGUAGE Instructions concernant la sécurité Les analyseurs de gaz de la série 5000 sont conçus pour mesurer les gaz des sites d'enfouissement et d'autres sources, comme le décrit le présent manuel.
  • Page 95 Ex ib IIA : Détecteurs de méthane Modèle GA5000, GEM5000 et BIOGAS 5000 ; appareils portatifs, avec batterie alimentée par bloc de batterie (numéro de pièce 20087 ou 2011113) non remplaçable sur place ; à sécurité...
  • Page 96 - CERTIFICATION AUX NORMES AMÉRICAINES (ÉTATS-UNIS) Ex ib IIA : Détecteurs de méthane Modèle GA5000, GEM5000 et BIOGAS 5000 ; appareils portatifs, avec batterie alimentée par bloc de batterie (numéro de pièce 20087 ou 2011113) non remplaçable sur place ; à sécurité...

  • Page 97: Mcerts

    GEM5000  Page 97 of 127 Operating Manual MCERTS MCERTS est le programme de certification de la surveillance, établi par l'agence britannique à l'Environnement. Ce programme forme le cadre dans lequel des mesures environnementales peuvent être effectuées conformément aux exigences de qualité de l'agence. Il couvre un ensemble d'activités de surveillance, d'échantillonnage et d'inspection.
  • Page 98 GEM5000  Page 98 of 127 Operating Manual Chargeur: Tension d'entrée : 100-240 V CA +/- 10 % Fréquence d'entrée : 50-60 Hz +/- 10 % Courant d'entrée : 0,4 A@100 V CA.. 0,2 A@240 V CA Tension de sortie : 10,1 V CC max Courant de sortie : 1,5 A max Remarque: Connecter le chargeur à...
  • Page 99 Pour un fonctionnement correct et précis, l'analyseur de gaz de la série 5000 doit faire l'objet d'un entretien régulier. Geotech recommande un entretien et un réétalonnage tous les 6 mois. Les analyseurs de gaz de la série 5000 sont certifiés ATEX pour l'utilisation en environnements potentiellement explosifs.
  • Page 100 GEM5000  Page 100 of 127 Operating Manual Composants pouvant faire l'objet d'un entretien par l'utilisateur: L'appareil ne contient aucun composant interne pouvant faire l'objet d'un entretien par l'utilisateur. Les composants suivants peuvent faire l'objet d'un entretien par l'utilisateur: Filtre à eau en Contrôler ce filtre régulièrement pour rechercher la présence d'obstructions, d'humidité...

  • Page 101: Instructions For Safe Use - Spanish Language

    GEM5000  Page 101 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE – SPANISH LANGUAGE Instrucciones de seguridad La serie 5000 de analizadores de gas puede usarse para medir gases de vertederos y otras fuentes de la forma descrita en este manual.
  • Page 102 GEM5000  Page 102 of 127 Operating Manual ºC, y no debe utilizarse a diferentes temperaturas.  El instrumento no debe usarse en lugares con una concentración de oxígeno superior al 21 %.  La reparación del instrumento ha de realizarse de acuerdo con el código profesional aplicable.
  • Page 103 GEM5000  Page 103 of 127 Operating Manual Detectores de metano modelos GA 5000, GEM 5000 y BIOGAS 5000; paquete de batería portátil, alimentado por batería no recambiable en el lugar de uso N/P 20087 o 2011113; intrínsecamente seguro y con circuitos intrínsecamente seguros (“[ib]”...

  • Page 104: Mcerts

    Agencia, y engloba toda una serie de actividades de control, recogida de muestras e inspección. El instrumento GEM5000 cuenta con la certificación de MCERTS solo si: ...
  • Page 105 Utilice siempre el colector de agua. Si rebosa, cambie el filtro y asegúrese de que ningún tubo esté húmedo antes de volver a usarlo. Nota: Si el escape de un analizador de gas de la serie GEM5000 se conecta a un sistema presurizado, el gas se saldrá del orificio de entrada.
  • Page 106 Mantenimiento Debe realizarse regularmente el mantenimiento de la serie 5000 de analizadores de gas con el fin de garantizar el funcionamiento correcto y preciso. Geotech recomienda que se lleve a cabo el mantenimiento y el recalibrado cada 6 meses. La serie 5000 de analizadores de gas cuenta con la certificación ATEX para su uso en lugares con riesgo de explosión.
  • Page 107 GEM5000  Page 107 of 127 Operating Manual Mantenimiento realizable por el usuario: Este instrumento no contiene ninguna pieza o componente interior de cuyo mantenimiento pueda encargarse el usuario. No obstante, el usuario puede encargarse del mantenimiento de los siguientes elementos: Filtro de agua en línea...

  • Page 108: Instructions For Safe Use - Portuguese Langauge

    GEM5000  Page 108 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE – PORTUGUESE LANGAUGE Instruções de Segurança A série 5000 de analisadores de gás pode ser utilizada para a medição de gases de aterros e de outras fontes, tal como descrito no manual.
  • Page 109 Incêndio - Para Áreas Classificadas Ex ib IIA: Modelo GA5000, GEM5000 e Detector de metano BIOGAS 5000; bateria portátil, alimentado com Bateria não substituível em campo P / N 20087 ou 2011113; intrinsecamente seguras e fornecimento de circuitos de segurança intrínseca ("[ib]" para Zona 1) de modelo sonda de temperatura TP-5000 (conector B) e com parâmetros de saída como entidade tabulados abaixo;...
  • Page 110 Incêndio - Para Áreas Classificadas como perigosas - certificadas segundo as normas Norte-Americanas. Ex ib IIA: Modelo GA5000, GEM5000 e Detectores de metano BIOGAS 5000; bateria portátil, alimentado com não substituível em campo Bateria P / N 20087 ou 2011113; intrinsecamente seguras e com fornecimento de circuitos de segurança intrínseca ("[ib]"...

  • Page 111: Instructions For Safe Use - Chinese Language

    GEM5000  Page 111 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE - CHINESE LANGUAGE 5000 系列气体分析仪可用来测量本手册中描述的填埋气及其它来源的气体成分。 操作员在使用仪器的过程中可能会接触到有毒有害气体。 吸入这些气体可能有害健康，在某些情况下这种损害可能是致命的。 操作员的责任是在使用仪器前，确保他 /她在使用气体的安全性方面受过足够的培训，并且 操作时按照正确和适当的程序。 特别要注意的是，当测量有害气体浓度时，仪器排出的尾气必须通过气管排出到安全的区域 用泵抽入干净空气可以把仪器内残留的有害气体排走。 本仪器设计可在危险区域定义中的易爆环境下使用。 本仪器设计可用于测量低量程的气体浓度，但并没有认证证明可以用于测量潜在爆炸性环境 中气体使用。 操作员的责任是，确定一个对于特定的应用环境所需的设备保护模式和分类，以及这些气体 是否会产生一个潜在的爆炸性气体环境。 注意：气体分析仪是敏感性的科学器材，如果不按照制造商制定的方式使用仪器，可能会给仪器带来 损害。  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1...
  • Page 112 GEM5000  Page 112 of 127 Operating Manual 仪器安全使用指南 5000 系列气体分析仪已被 ATEX 及 IECEx 认证可用于危险性的爆炸区域。 II 2G Ex ib IIA T1 Gb (Ta = -10ºC to +50ºC) 遵守操作要求非常重要。为特定的应用环境选定不同的保护模式及分类是操作员的责任。 参考欧洲 ATEX 指令 2014/34/EU） 以下的说明适用于已取得 SIRA 11ATEX2197X 认证号码及 IECEx Directive SIR 11.0089X 认证号...
  • Page 113 CSA （加拿大） 5000 系列气体分析仪的危险区域等级认证： CLASS225803 - 过程控制设备 - 本质安全和非易燃系统 - 用于危险场所 Ex ib IIA: 型号 GA5000 ， GEM5000 和 Biogas5000 沼气分析仪；便携式，内置电池组（ P/N 20087 ）；本质安全，并提 供本安电路(“[ib]” 1 区 )GF5.2 型号温度探头（ B连接头） ，实际输出参数如下表；温度代码 T1 ； -10 ºC  温度  +50ºC 。...
  • Page 114 GEM5000  Page 114 of 127 Operating Manual 连接头 实际参数 Uo (V) Io (mA) Po (mW) Co (uF) Lo (mH) Ci (uF) Li (mH) 1000 10.0 1000 注意：本设备已通过电气安全功能性检查。  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1...

  • Page 115: Instructions For Safe Use - Polish Language

    GEM5000  Page 115 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE - POLISH LANGUAGE Instrukcje bezpieczeństwa Analizatory serii 5000 mogą być używane wyłącznie do pomiarów gazów na składowiskach oraz w innych miejscach, opisanych w instrukcji. Operator może mieć kontakt ze szkodliwymi gazami. Wdychanie tych gazów może nieść ze sobą...
  • Page 116 Class 2258 03 – WYPOSAŻENIE KONTROLNO-POMIAROWE – samoistnie bezpieczny w strefie zagrożenia Ex ib IIA: Modele BIOGAS 5000, GA5000, GEM5000: przenośny, zasilany baterią niewymienialną w strefie zagrożenia (Battery Pack P/N 20087 lub 2011113), samoistnie bezpieczny i kompatybilny do termopary (Model GF 5.2).
  • Page 117 AEx ib IIA: Modele BIOGAS 5000, GA5000, GEM5000: przenośny, zasilany baterią niewymienialną w strefie zagrożenia (Battery Pack P/N 20087 lub 2011113), samoistnie bezpieczny i kompatybilny do termopary (Model GF 5.2). Klasa temperaturowa: T1; -10 ºC  Tamb.  +50ºC. Parametry dla konkretnych gniazd w tabeli poniżej.

  • Page 118: Instructions For Safe Use - Romanian Language

    GEM5000  Page 118 of 127 Operating Manual INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE - ROMANIAN LANGUAGE Instructiuni de protective Analizoarele de gaz din seria 5000 pot fi utilizate pentru masurarea gazelor din instalatiile din gropile de gunoi si alte surse precum cele descrise in acest manual.
  • Page 119 +/- 500 mbar in raport cu presiunea atmosferica, si presiunea de intrare pentru GEM5000 si BIOGAS 5000 nu trebuie sa depaseasca +/- 250 mbar in raport cu presiunea atmosferica, presiunea de iesire nu trebuie sa depaseasca +/- 100 mbar in raport cu presiunea atmsoferica.
  • Page 120 Locatii Explozive Ex ib IIA: Modele Detectoare Metan GA5000, GEM5000 si BIOGAS 5000; portabile, alimentate cu baterii cu bloc de acumulatori care nu pot fi inlocuiti in teren P/N 20087 sau 2011113; siguranta intrinseca si furnizare de circuite cu siguranta intrinseca (“[ib]” pentru Zona 1) pentru Modelul de Sonda de Temperatura GF5.2 (Conector B) si cu parametri de iesire in conformitate cu tabelul de mai jos;...
  • Page 121 GEM5000  Page 121 of 127 Operating Manual Conector Parametri Uo (V) Io (mA) Po (mW) Co (uF) Lo (mH) Ci (uF) Li (mH) 1000 10.0 1000 Notă: Acest dispozitiv a fost verificat doar pentru caracteristici de siguranta eléctrica.  Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd...

  • Page 122: Glossary Of Terms

    GEM5000 analyser can be set to convert into a flow. See also flow measurement. ATEX certification The GEM5000 is ATEX certified to zone 1 & 2 areas above ground not in mines. Auxiliary channel This refers to the channels where external devices will be connected or displayed.
  • Page 123 GEM5000  Page 123 of 127 Operating Manual Calibration record The GEM5000 instrument has the facility to log user calibrations as a validation tool. Methane Chemical cells A method of gas detection that works on the basis of a chemical reaction with the target gas.
  • Page 124 GEM5000  Page 124 of 127 Operating Manual Exhaust tube Clear plastic tubing used to expel gases from the exhaust port. Factory settings Default settings preset at time of manufacture or service. Firmware Firmware is the term by which the internal analyser software is known and is not accessible by the client.
  • Page 125 GEM5000  Page 125 of 127 Operating Manual S filter Filter required for removal of H When the filter material changes colour to a light grey colour or if H S values are displayed, then the filter should be replaced.
  • Page 126 The internal component used to measure the relative pressure. Residual N The calculation for the residual N used on the latest version of the GEM5000 platform is as follows: Residual N = Balance – (O % x 3.76) Where, Balance = 100% - (CH...
  • Page 127 GEM5000  Page 127 of 127 Operating Manual Technician ID An alpha-numeric code tagged to each gas reading. Facility only available via Gas Analyser Manager (GAM). This is an optional feature. Temperature probe External device used to measure the gas temperature at the sample point.

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