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- Page 1 Cannonball3 Multi Gas Detector Reference Manual GasTech Australia Pty Ltd 24 Baretta Rd Wangara Western Australia 6065 Tel 1800 999 902 Fax 1800 999 903 http://www.gastech.com.au...
- Page 2 THE Cannonball3 PERSONAL PORTABLE GAS DETECTOR HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR THE DETECTION OF DEFICIENCIES OF OXYGEN, ACCUMULATIONS OF FLAMMABLE GASES AND VAPORS AND ACCUMULATIONS OF TOXIC VAPORS. IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT THE USER IS PROPERLY WARNED OF POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS, IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS REFERENCE MANUAL BE READ, FULLY UNDERSTOOD, AND FOLLOWED.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Security beep _______________________________________________________________________ 9 Classification for intrinsic safety __________________________________________ 9 Sensors_______________________________________________________________ 9 Continuous sample draw pump ___________________________________________ 9 1.10 Black box data recorder _________________________________________________ 9 1.11 Cannonball3 design components __________________________________________ 9 1.12 Cannonball3 accessories _______________________________________________ 10 1.12.1 Alkaline Cannonball3 detectors_________________________________________________________ 10 1.12.2 NiMH Cannonball3 detectors___________________________________________________________ 10 Chapter 2. - Page 4 2.4.2.2 Charging guidelines for NiMH battery__________________________________________________ 17 2.4.2.3 Charging procedure for NiMH battery__________________________________________________ 17 2.4.3 Low battery alarms __________________________________________________________________ 17 Methods of sampling ___________________________________________________ 17 2.5.1 Protective “low flow” shut-downs________________________________________________________ 18 2.5.2 Sample probe assembly ______________________________________________________________ 18 2.5.2.1 Changing sample probe filters _______________________________________________________ 18 2.5.2.2 Changing sample probe tubes _______________________________________________________ 18 2.5.3...
- Page 5 Shortcuts to the manual fresh air calibration procedures _____________________________________ 50 4.6.1.1.1 Shortcut to fresh air calibration while in normal operation______________________________ 50 4.6.1.1.2 Shortcut to Main Menu while turning the Cannonball3 on______________________________ 50 4.6.2 Manual span calibration procedures _____________________________________________________ 50 4.6.3...
- Page 6 Recommended lubricants _____________________________________________________________ 71 6.4.5 O-ring kits _________________________________________________________________________ 71 Returning your Cannonball3 to Sperian Instrumentation for service or repair _____ 72 Appendices___________________________________________________________ 73 Appendix A- Toxic gas measurement - Ceilings, TWAs and STELs __________________ 73 Appendix B Electrochemical Sensor Cross Sensitivity Data _______________________ 75...
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Page 7: Signal Words
A rapid up-scale reading followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate a hazardous combustible gas concentration that exceeds the Cannonball3’s zero to 100 percent LEL detection range for units without a dilution pump, or zero to approximately 200 percent detection range for units with a dilution pump. The safest course of action is to immediately leave the affected area, and to return only after further testing determines that the area is once again safe for entry. -
Page 8: Chapter 1. Description
1.1 Cannonball3 capabilities Different measurement units are used depending on the gas being measured. The Cannonball3 is a gas detector that can be configured to meet a wide variety of requirements. This chapter provides an Type of Hazard Measurement unit overview of many of the features of the Cannonball3. -
Page 9: Sensor Overrange Alarms
1.5.3 Sensor overrange alarms. batteries in the Cannonball3. Substitution of batteries may The Cannonball3 will go into alarm if a sensor is exposed to a impair intrinsic safety. concentration of gas that exceeds its established range. If the peak alarm is enabled it will go off before an overrange alarm 1.5.5... -
Page 10: Security Beep
The Cannonball3 has been classified for intrinsic safety by the be sent back to Sperian Instrumentation for data retrieval. following testing laboratories: If the data stored in a Cannonball3 equipped with a black box Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (file number E109447) for data recorder is needed, simply call Sperian’s Instrument... -
Page 11: Cannonball3 Accessories
Cannonball3. Sample draw probe assemblies must be attached to the This chapter will cover how to use the Cannonball3 for safe sample inlet coupling for the Cannonball3 to function properly. work in potentially hazardous atmospheres. -
Page 12: On And Off Sequences
2.2 On and off sequences The large oval push-button on the top of the Cannonball3 case is called the "MODE” button. It is used to turn the Cannonball3 on and off, and to control basic instrument functions. ↓... -
Page 13: Other Start-Up Screens
If sensors are due for calibration, the “Warning Sensor Needs Note: The definition of non-standard alarms has changed Cal” message will be shown. See section 2.2.1.1.2 below for during the production span of the Cannonball3. The non- further instructions. standard alarm warnings may be incurred at other levels if you are using a different version of instrument software. -
Page 14: Shut-Down Sequence
2.2.2 Shut-down sequence INFORMATION To turn the Cannonball3 off, hold the MODE button down for three full seconds or until the “Release Button” message Date 28 OCT 00 appears. After the MODE button is released the display will Time of day 14:51 show the message "BEGIN SHUTDOWN PLEASE WAIT”. -
Page 15: Basic Mode
Note: It is not possible to initiate the “Auto- Calibration Calibration procedures are discussed in detail in Chapter procedure while the Cannonball3 is in Text Only mode. To initiate the “Auto-Calibration” procedure, the Cannonball3 2.3.3.1 Peak readings must be in Basic, Basic/Peak or Technician mode. -
Page 16: Technician Mode
MENU unprotected worker may be exposed during any 15 minute interval. The STEL value displayed by the Cannonball3 is the Hold down the left arrow key until EXIT appears and is average concentration for the most recently completed 15 highlighted (approximately three seconds). -
Page 17: Batteries
Cannonball3. Substitution of batteries may impair intrinsic safety. ↑↓ 2.4.1.1 Replacing alkaline batteries Operating Mode Check that the Cannonball3 is not located in a hazardous (potentially combustible) area. Current Mode :Technician Basic/Peak Make sure that the Cannonball3 is turned off. -
Page 18: Charging Guidelines For Nimh Battery
Attach the charger to the Cannonball3. While the battery The pump in the Cannonball3 draws the air sample into the is charging the red ‘Power’ indicator LED and the red instrument at the rate of about 1 foot per second. Once the “Charge”... -
Page 19: Protective "Low Flow" Shut-Downs
Reattach the sample probe and hose assembly in fresh fitting, remove the old tube, slide the compression sleeve into air, turn the Cannonball3 back on and wait for readings to place around the new tube, insert the new tube into the probe stabilize. -
Page 20: Pump Modules
Even if the change is only to replace one module that is accessed from the bottom of the instrument. sensor with another of the same kind, the Cannonball3 will still note the change in serial numbers of the sensors installed, and display the “Needs Cal”... -
Page 21: Missing Sensor
2.6.5 “Sensor not found” and press the MODE button. If the Cannonball3 is suddenly unable to read the EEPROM of a smart sensor currently installed the channel will “X” out and MAIN MENU the audible and visual alarms for the affected sensor channel will be activated. -
Page 22: Entering The Screen Menu
EXIT EXIT Use the up navigation arrow to highlight CONTRAST and The Cannonball3’s backlight may be configured to either be press the MODE button. “ON Always” or to automatically turn off after an interval of between 5 and 90 seconds. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Backlight Interval
Follow the instructions above in section 3.2.3 to reach the backlight settings. All calibration functions are covered in detail in Chapter 4. 3.4 The View Menu Many of the Cannonball3’s user-adjustable settings may be seen, but not adjusted through the View Menu. 3.4.1 Entering the View Menu... -
Page 24: View Alarm Levels
Web: www.biosystems.com Press the MODE button to return to the Main Menu. EXIT Note: The Cannonball3 will automatically return to the Press the MODE button to return to the Main Menu. Main Menu approximately 5 seconds after reaching the view current alarm settings screen. -
Page 25: The Alarms Menu
Custom alarm settings Use the navigation arrows to highlight VERSION and press the MODE button. The software version screen Cannonball3 gas alarms are user-adjustable and may be set then be shown. anywhere within the range of the sensor channel. VERSIONS To customize alarm settings: FLASH Version 3.81... -
Page 26: Alarm And Ok Latches
MODE button. 3.5.3.2 OK latch settings When the Cannonball3’s alarm latch is disabled and the alarm The OK latch is only operational while the Cannonball3 is Text condition is no longer present, the instrument automatically Only mode. returns to normal operation, and the visible and audible alarms While in Text Only mode with the OK latch enabled, once an cease without further input from the user. -
Page 27: Default Alarm Settings
With the OK latch disabled, after an alarm condition, the 3.5.4.1 Restore factory default alarm settings Cannonball3 will again display OK for the sensor that was in Enter the Alarm Menu as described above in section 3.5.1. alarm. To adjust the OK latch settings:... -
Page 28: Warning Alarms
3.5.6 Warning Alarms The Cannonball3 includes warning alarms for each sensor TEMPERATURE ALRM SETTING channel. The warning alarms are typically set at 50% of the level of the standard alarms. -
Page 29: Adjust Warning Alarm Levels
EXIT it can be disabled by setting the interval to 0. Note: The warning alarm timeout function disables the audible alarm only. The Cannonball3 display will still indicate that a warning alarm is present. To adjust the timeout interval: Use the up and down navigation arrows to highlight ADJUST and press the MODE button. -
Page 30: The Time Menu
Use the up and down navigation arrows to highlight TIMEOUT and press the MODE button. 3.6.2 Time and date settings Since the Cannonball3 records instrument data that may be used at a later date, it is important that the time and date be TIMEOUT ADJUST accurate. -
Page 31: Service Date Settings
3.6.3 Service date settings between “enabled” and “disabled”. The Cannonball3 can be programmed to automatically remind the user to service the sensors in the unit. To reach the SENSOR DUE DATE service due date settings for the individual sensors: ENABLED Enter the Time Menu as described above in section 3.6.1. -
Page 32: Communications
IrDA port. 2006 3.7 The Options Menu Many of the Cannonball3’s higher functions are controlled through the Options Menu, including operating mode selection, and security beep, language, passcode and toxic decimal settings. Each of these options is described in greater detail below. -
Page 33: User Modes
3.7.2 User modes The Cannonball3 offers a choice of four modes of operation: "Text Only”, "Basic”, “Basic/Peak” and "Technician”. Mode selection should be based on how much information is required, the skill level of the user, and the nature of the job. -
Page 34: Basic/Peak Mode
Current gas level screen in Basic, Basic/Peak and Technician Modes. unprotected worker may be exposed during any 15 minute interval. The STEL value displayed by the Cannonball3 is the An alarm condition occurs when one of the sensor readings average concentration for the most recently completed 15 exceeds the pre-set alarm level. -
Page 35: Security Beep
3.7.3 Security beep Operating Mode The security beep is an audible alarm that “beeps” on a regular basis while the Cannonball3 is in normal operation. This Current Mode :Technician periodic beep serves as a reminder that the instrument is Technician turned on. -
Page 36: Passcode
3.7.4 Passcode Access to the following Main Menu items can be restricted through the Cannonball3’s passcode feature: SCREEN, Security Beep CALIBRATION, ALARMS, DATALOGGER and OPTIONS. With the passcode enabled, access is also restricted to the automatic span calibration. -
Page 37: Changing The Passcode
EXIT Passcode Required Including Fresh Air Cal EXIT Press the MODE button to enter the new passcode. The Cannonball3 will then proceed to the verification screen Save Changes where the new passcode will have to be entered in again. CANCEL... -
Page 38: Language
Use the navigation arrows to highlight LANGUAGE and are displayed in full parts-per-million (PPM). press the MODE button. Note: In the event that the Cannonball3 does not have a sensor with a decimal point setting, the instrument will LANGUAGE MENU briefly show ”Nothing to Adjust”... -
Page 39: Sensor Enable/Disable
3.7.7 Sensor enable/disable Sensors in the Cannonball3 can be enabled or disabled as needed. To enable or disable a sensor: Decimal Points Follow the instructions in 3.7.1 to reach the Options Menu. -
Page 40: Id Info
LOC ID will go into effect. EXIT 3.8 ID Info The Cannonball3 can store up to 20 different names and 20 different locations for use in the session memory. 3.8.1 Entering the ID Info Menu Press the MODE button to confirm the selection. The Enter the Main Menu as described above in section 3.1.1. - Page 41 Users List Users List User User BILL SAWKA JEFF EMOND LARS BOETTERN EXIT EXIT Location List Location List Location Location SITE #1 SITE #2 SITE #3 EXIT EXIT The names that appear in the lists are those that have already Changes to both the Users List and the Location List been programmed into the instrument.
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Page 42: Selecting A User Or Location Id
Users List Users List < > <AL SMITH > ABCDEFGHIJKLM 01234 ABCDEFGHIJKLM 01234 NOPQRSTUVWXYZ 56789 NOPQRSTUVWXYZ 56789 abcdefghijklm ‘-/+& abcdefghijklm ‘-/+& nopqrstuvwxyz .%?!# nopqrstuvwxyz .%?!# EXIT EXIT 11. When finished use the right and left navigation arrows to Use the navigation arrows to highlight the character move the cursor to EXIT. - Page 43 Location List USER/LOCATION MENU Location SITE #1 USER LIST USER ID SITE #2 LOC LIST LOC ID SITE #3 EXIT EXIT To select a new user or location ID, use the up and down navigation arrows to highlight the correct ID number. USER/LOCATION MENU Users List USER LIST...
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Page 44: Chapter 4. Calibration
Chronic exposures Verification of accuracy is a two step procedure. to high concentrations (above human health and safety levels) Step one is to take the Cannonball3 to an area where the of hydrogen sulfide (H S) and phosphine (PH ) can also impair atmosphere is known to be fresh and check the readings. -
Page 45: Effects Of High Concentrations Of Combustible Gas On The Combustible Sensor
Fresh air calibration adjustments may only be sulfide without cross interference. When the Duo-Tox sensor made when the Cannonball3 is located in air that is known is installed in the Cannonball3, it provides two independent to be fresh. After a combustible sensor alarm-latch... -
Page 46: Relative Response Of The Co Plus Sensor To Carbon Monoxide And Hydrogen Sulfide
Cl and ClO (part numbers 54-25- to CO, the Cannonball3 will show CO+ on the current gas 08 and 54-25-12) have built-in cross-sensitivity as follows: readings screen. Alternately, when the calibration gas value is The Cl... -
Page 47: Automatic Calibration
If your calibration gas contains more than 19.0% 4.5.1 Automatic fresh air calibration sequence oxygen, or if the Cannonball3 fails to register a drop in The automatic fresh air calibration procedure may only be oxygen level during the bump test proceed to step 6a. -
Page 48: Reading "Too High" Or "Too Low" For Zero Adjust
4.5.1.1 Reading “Too High” or “Too Low” for zero adjust before proceeding with the calibration. To reduce the chances of the Cannonball3 being inadvertently fresh air calibrated in contaminated air, only small adjustments Wait at least three minutes after turning the instrument on are allowed in the automatic fresh air calibration sequence. - Page 49 If using a demand flow regulator, the Cannonball3’s continuous LEL Calibrated to sample pump will draw the appropriate amount of calibration CO Calibrated to gas throughout the span calibration procedure.
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Page 50: Automatic Span Calibration With More Than One Gas Source
Manual calibration operation. It is possible to calibrate the Cannonball3 manually by using Use of non-standard calibration gas the navigation arrows to enter the Calibration Menu and select and/or calibration kit components when calibrating the the desired calibration procedure. -
Page 51: Shortcuts To The Manual Fresh Air Calibration Procedures
Technician mode, press and hold the left navigation arrow for Press the MODE button with YES highlighted to initiate the six seconds until the Cannonball3 instructs you to release it. fresh air calibration. The instrument will then proceed directly to the manual fresh air calibration as detailed above in section 4.6.1. - Page 52 1 liter/minute regulator with the calibration balloon fully before filling it with new gas for calibration balloon that is included with every Cannonball3, or subsequent calibrations. Failure to fully deflate the with a demand flow regulator and a small piece of tubing.
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Page 53: Zero Calibration
1 liter/minute regulator with the Enter the Main Menu as described above in section 3.1. calibration balloon that is included with every Cannonball3, or MAIN MENU with a demand flow regulator and a small piece of tubing. -
Page 54: The Calibration Menu
INFORMATION Sensor Reading Date 28 OCT 01 Press MODE to calibrate Time of day 14:51 Runtime 10:07 Points logged Temperature 77F 25C Dilution Pump 6.0V Battery EXIT MENU The oxygen reading will drop immediately and should Press the down navigation arrow once to move the cursor approach a reading of 0.0 percent oxygen, but may not and highlight MENU. -
Page 55: Changing The Combustible Gas Readout From Lel To Ch (Or Vice-Versa)
LEL (Lower Explosive Limit) or EXIT in terms of the percent by volume of Methane (CH With the Cannonball3 configured to read in the percent by volume of Methane (CH ) mode, the LEL sensor must be calibrated to the actual percent by volume of Methane used in Sperian Instrumentation’s calibration gas cylinders, not to the... - Page 56 LEL Component Volume % Description Methane (CH4) CALIBRATION VALUE 50% LEL Methane 2.50 50% LEL Propane 1.62 2.50 %/Vol Equivalent 50% LEL Pentane 1.25 Equivalent Table 4.7.2.1 Percent LEL versus percent by volume of methane for common Sperian Instrumentation calibration gas cylinders. To change the calibration gas value setting from percentage of LEL to percent by volume of methane or vice versa: Enter the Calibration Menu as described above in section...
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Page 57: Changing The Direct Reading Setting Of The Co Plus Sensor From Co To H 2 S
Calibration gas settings determine whether the Cannonball3 is configured for the direct detection of CO or H S. When the calibration gas selected is CO, the Cannonball3 will show CO+ on the current gas readings screen. Alternately, when the calibration gas selected is H... - Page 58 Calibration values shown in the calibration value table must match those appearing on the calibration gas cylinder(s) that will be used to calibrate the Cannonball3. Non-matching calibration gas and calibration gas value settings will lead to inaccurate and potentially dangerous readings.
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Page 59: Calibration History
CO Plus sensor In the Cannonball3. Calibration of the CO Plus sensor Last Calibration Dates with multi-component calibration gas mixtures containing... -
Page 60: Calibration Reminder
The Calibration Reminder interval setting controls how many days can elapse following a successful calibration before the Cannonball3 will remind the user that it is due for calibration. ↑↓ The interval can be set to disabled by setting the remind interval to “never”, or it can be set to any interval between 1... -
Page 61: Repeat Reminder
When set to “Once Only” the Cannonball3 will only show the calibration due warning once. If calibration comes due while CALIBRATION REMINDER the instrument is turned off, the warning is shown at start up. If the calibration comes due while the instrument is turned on,... -
Page 62: Chapter 5. Record Keeping
Biotrak software can be log gas readings, turn-on / turn-off times, temperatures, battery used to download the data from the Cannonball3 to an IBM- conditions, the 8 most recent calibration dates and settings, compatible PC at any time. Instruments with the black box... -
Page 63: The Datalogger Menu
ALARMS 5.3.2 The Datalogger Menu DATALOGGER OPTIONS It is possible to adjust or customize the way the Cannonball3 ID INFO EXIT records data in a number of different ways. Options include extended recording time, tagging the exposure data with time and date information, or assigning location and ID information. -
Page 64: Disabling The Datalogger
As discussed above, there is a finite amount of memory 01m 00s EXIT storage in the Cannonball3. As the interval is either lengthened or shortened, so is the time-estimated figure, which Time estimated 137h11m represents the amount of time before the oldest data will be overwritten. -
Page 65: Clearing The Datalogger
ON and OFF. Press the MODE button with OFF highlighted. 5.3.2.3 Setting the time and date Since the Cannonball3 records instrument data that may be SAMPLING INTERVAL used at a later date, it is important that the time and date be accurate. -
Page 66: Sessions
13:03-16:15 DATE & TIME 08 NOV 2001 09 NOV 2001 BILL SAWKA 16 EAST ST 10:45 EXIT TEMPERATURE Save Changes? CANCEL Press the MODE button with YES highlighted to confirm the new time and date settings. 07:51-10:03 07 NOV 2001 5.3.2.4 Sessions JEFF EMOND Data recorded at individual sessions can be accessed through... -
Page 67: Service Date
5.3.2.5 Service Date The Cannonball3 can be programmed to automatically remind the user to service the sensors in the unit. To reach the SENSOR DUE DATE... -
Page 68: Communications Mode
5.3.2.6 Communications mode MODE button. Communications mode enables the Cannonball3’s IrDA port for downloading to or uploading from a personal computer. To enter communications mode, do the following: SENSOR DUE DATE... -
Page 69: Chapter 6. Basic Maintenance
Caution: The Cannonball3 must be turned off prior to removing or replacing sensors. 6.1.1 Sensor replacement To remove or replace sensors in the Cannonball3, do the following: Make sure the Cannonball3 is turned off. Remove the battery pack. Remove the six Philip’s head screws from the bottom of the instrument and separate the upper and lower case assemblies. -
Page 70: Troubleshooting Sensor Problems
The internal filter assembly is located at the front of the is attached to the inlet coupling on the front of the unit. Cannonball3 and is retained by a single screw. To replace the The sample draw pump includes a pressure sensor designed... -
Page 71: Can't Resume Normal Operation After A "Low Flow" Shut Down
Remove the probe assembly from the instrument and turn 6.2.4. Can’t resume normal operation after a “Low Flow” the Cannonball3 back on. If the pump test passes, shut down proceed to step 2a below. If the pump test fails, proceed to step 2b below. -
Page 72: Changing Sample Probe Filters
Cannonball3. Note: In some early versions of the Cannonball3, the o- ring was glued to the battery pack. If the battery pack o- ring proves extremely difficult to remove, do not remove it. -
Page 73: Returning Your Cannonball3 To Sperian Instrumentation For Service Or Repair
Proper tracking helps avoid unnecessary delays in completion of service procedures. Note: When returning a Cannonball3 for service, always return the instrument together with all accessories including spare battery packs and chargers. -
Page 74: Appendices
Ceiling Because prudent monitoring programs must take both time frames into account, there are three independent exposure STEL measurements and alarm types built into the Cannonball3 design. 1. Ceiling level: OSHA has assigned some, but not all, toxic substances with 15 Minutes a ceiling level. -
Page 76: Appendix B Electrochemical Sensor Cross Sensitivity Data
Appendix B Electrochemical Sensor Cross Sensitivity Data The table below provides the cross-sensitivity response of the Cannonball3 toxic gas sensors to common interference gases. The values are expressed as a percentage of the primary sensitivity, or the reading of the sensor when exposed to 100ppm of the interfering gas at 20ºC. These values are approximate. The actual values depend on the age and condition of the sensor. -
Page 77: Appendix C Cannonball3 Sensors Ranges
0.65 being “poisoned”. Propane Using correction factors n-Butane n-Pentane As an illustration, consider a Cannonball3 calibrated on n-Hexane methane, which is then used to monitor ethanol. When n-Heptane calibrated to methane, the instrument is actually less n-Octane responsive to ethanol than to methane, so the readings will be Methanol 0.65... -
Page 78: Appendix E: Calibration Frequency Recommendation
Sperian Instrumentation is not the re-verification of accuracy before Appendix E: Calibration Frequency only manufacturer to be asked this further use. Recommendation question! One of the professional Any changes in the environment One of the most common questions organizations to which Sperian in which the instrument is being that we are asked at Sperian Instrumentation belongs is the... -
Page 79: Appendix F Sperian Instrumentation Warranty Gas Detection Products
Product(s) Warranty Period Biosystems PHD6, PhD , PhD Lite, PhD Plus, PhD Ultra, Cannonball3, MultiVision, Toxi, Toxi/Oxy Plus, As long as the instrument is in service Toxi/Oxy Ultra, ToxiVision, Ex Chek ToxiPro ® , MultiPro 2 years from date of purchase 2 years after activation or 2 years after the ToxiLtd ®...
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