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- Page 1 1, 2, 3, and 4-Gas Detector Operator’s Manual...
- Page 2 GasAlertQuattro Introduction Safety Information - Read First The operator’s manual provides basic information to operate Use the detector only as specified in this operator’s manual and the GasAlertQuattro gas detector. For complete operating the technical reference guide, otherwise protection provided by instructions, refer to the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference the detector may be impaired.
- Page 3 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual • Charge the detector before first-time use. BW Technologies • Any rapid up scaling reading followed by a declining or by Honeywell recommends the detector be charged after erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration beyond every workday.
- Page 4 GasAlertQuattro Parts of the GasAlertQuattro Parts of the GasAlertQuattro Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description Confidence/compliance Liquid crystal display Pushbutton Alligator clip indicator (green LED) (LCD) Visual alarm indicator Combustible (LEL) Audio alarm Battery pack (red LED) sensor Hydrogen sulfide Carbon monoxide Charging connector...
- Page 5 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Screen Elements Reading displays with white Displays if calibration is initi- Calibration gas cylinder background during normal ated and the IR Lock option operation is enabled Reading displays with black Displays during calibration Bump test gas cylinder background when the sensor and when startup is complete is in alarm...
- Page 6 GasAlertQuattro Pushbutton Pushbutton Pushbutton Description • To activate the detector, press and hold C in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas and in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen. • To deactivate the detector, press and hold C during the powering off countdown. Release when OFF displays.
- Page 7 Silicone cleaners Brake cleaners repellents and protectants Caution and sprays Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell Silicone based recommended products and procedures Lubricants adhesives, sealants, Lubricants and gels • Use water based cleaners.
- Page 8 GasAlertQuattro Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector...
- Page 9 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Calibration Continue holding C when OFF displays and the detector briefly Calibration is performed to adjust the sensitivity levels of deactivates. sensors to ensure accurate responses to gas. This calibration procedure is written as the procedure is intended. If an error or alarm screen displays, refer to Calibra ion Trouble- shooting in the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Guide.
- Page 10 GasAlertQuattro Calibration If the IR Lock option is enabled, the 6. The detector then begins following screen displays to indicate calibrating the sensors. The calibration can only be performed following activities occur during using an IR device (MicroDock II or the span: R Link).
- Page 11 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Bump Test 8. When calibration is complete, the following screen displays. A bump test applies test gas to force the detector into alarm. A bump test must be performed regularly to confirm the sensors Note are responding correctly to gas, and that the audible, visual and The calibration due date cannot vibrator alarms activate during an alarm condition.
- Page 12 GasAlertQuattro Alarms Alarms Refer to the following table for information about alarms and corresponding screens. For more information about alarms refer to the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Guide. Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Low Alarm TWA Alarm • Slow siren (upward tone) •...
- Page 13 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Multi Alarm Over Limit (OL) Alarm • Alternating low and high alarm • Fast siren (downward tone) siren and flash • Fast flash • Black box around gas flashes • Black box around gas flashes •...
- Page 14 GasAlertQuattro Alarms Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Low Battery Alarm Confidence Beep • Sequence of 10 rapid sirens • One beep every 1-120 seconds and alternating flashes with (beep frequency is defined with Confidence Beep Interval 7 seconds of silence in between (continues for 15 minutes) option) •...
- Page 15 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual User Options and Sensor Configuration Battery Pack Retaining Screw The following items are required to modify the user options and The retaining screw (QAQD-20x) provided with the detector sensor configuration: must be used to lock the battery pack on all European and ECEx scheme detectors, and on all Canadian and U.S.
- Page 16 GasAlertQuattro Maintenance Charging the Lithium Battery Connect the charging adapter to the detector IR receptacle. Refer to the following illustration. Warning To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector, adhere to following Charge only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas within temperatures of 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C).
- Page 17 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Replacing the Alkaline Batteries alkaline battery pack. Refer to steps #2 -3 Replac- ing the Lithium Battery. Warning Unhook the ejector bar from the release clasp. Pull To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector, the tab on the ejector bar up and then move the ejec- use only BW recommended alkaline batteries.
- Page 18 GasAlertQuattro Maintenance Replacing the Sensors...
- Page 19 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Warning Replacing the Sensor Filter To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, only use To replace the filter, refer to the illustration Replacing the Sen- sensors that are specifically designed for the detector. sors and the following steps #1-6. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector.
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Page 20: Specifications
GasAlertQuattro Specifications Specifications Visual alarm Red light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Confidence flash Green light-emitting diode. Flash Instrument dimensions 12.9 x 8.0 x 3 8 cm frequency is user-defined with confidence flash interval option (5.1 x 3.2 x 1.5 in.) Confidence beep Audible beep from variable pulsed beeper. Weight 317 g (11.2 oz.) Beep frequency is user-defined with confidence beep interval Operating temperature -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F) - Page 21 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual ber after the second letter determines the year of manufacture. Approvals E g., QA109-001000 = 2009 year of manufacture Approved by CSA to both U.S. and Canadian Standards CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 157 and C22.2 152 Approved lithium battery for GasAlertQuattro product ANS/UL - 913 and ANSI/ISA - S12.13 Part 1 Lithium-ion polymer (QT-BAT-R01) as per standards UL913, EN60079-11, EN60079-0, C22.2 No.
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