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  • Page 1 Single Gas Detector Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 3 Limited Warranty and Limitation Liability BW Technologies by Honeywell LP (BW) warrants the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years, beginning on the date of shipment to the buyer. This warranty extends only to the sale of new and unused products to the original buyer. BW’s warranty obligation is limited, at BW’s option, to refund of the purchase price, repair or replacement of a defective product that is returned to a BW authorized service center...
  • Page 4 Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell Corporate Headquarters Europe BW Technologies by Honeywell BW Technologies by Honeywell 2840 2nd Ave. SE 4 Stinsford Road Calgary, AB Nuffield Industrial Estate Canada T2A 7X9 Poole, Dorset BH17 0RZ +1.403.248.9226 / 1.800.663.4164 +44 (0) 1295.700.300 +1.403.573.3708...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    6. Panic Alarm ..................21 1.1 Intended Use ................1 7. Alarms...................21 1.2 Product Overview ..............2 7.1 Alarm Setpoints ..............24 1.2.1 Parts of the ConneX1 ..........2 7.2 Stopping a Gas Alarm ............24 1.2.2 Display Elements ............3 7.2.1 Low and High Alarms..........24 1.2.3 Buttons .................4 7.2.2 TWA and STEL Alarms ..........24...
  • Page 6 16. Maintenance ................34 16.1 Charging the Rechargeable Battery ........35 16.1.1 Optimum Battery Operation ........36 16.1.2 Rechargeable Battery Capacity .......36 16.2 Replacing the Sensor and Sensor Filter ......36 16.2.1 Replacing the Sensor ..........38 16.2.2 Replacing the Sensor Filter ........38 ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 7 20.9% oxygen. • Keep lithium cells away from children. • BW Technologies by Honeywell recommends to bump test the sensor before • Deactivating the detector by removing the battery pack may cause improper each day’s use to confirm its ability to respond to gas by exposing the operation and harm the detector.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    1. Introduction CAUTION The ConneX1 is a compact, portable gas detector designed to be carried or worn without hindering the user. Its purpose is to continuously monitor the atmosphere BW recommends that the detector be calibrated at least every 6 continuously for hazardous levels.

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Introduction Table 1. Parts of ConneX1 1.2 Product Overview 1.2.1 Parts of the ConneX1 Item Description Confidence flash Alarm LED Antenna Belt clip Charge connection/IR Link inferface Up button X button Sensor Check button Down button Beeper Figure 1. Parts of ConneX1...

  • Page 11: Display Elements

    Introduction 1.2.2 Display Elements ppm - H2S 10/13/12 11:21 am ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Buttons

    Fleet Manager II • To enter Quick Review, press • To decrement the displayed value, scroll down, scroll through digits, press Down • To scroll down an entire screen in Operator and Location menus, press and hold ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Sensor Poisons And Contaminants

    Cleaners and Lubricants Brake cleaners Lubricants Rust inhibitors CAUTION Window and glass cleaner Dishsoaps Citrus-based cleaners Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell recommended Alcohol-based cleaners Hand sanitizers Anionic detergents products and procedures: Methanol (fuels and • Use water-based cleaners.

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    3 second At this time the detector is running a self-test and auto zero on the sensor. Deactivate: Press and hold for 5 seconds. The firmware version, hardware version, and serial number displays. The Segment Testing screen displays. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 15 The current profile, operation mode, and Wi-Fi mode display. For more information on profiles, refer to 4.2 Sensor and Profile Configuration on The detector presents the opportunity to select a new location. To confirm page the selection, press and then to select a different location. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 16 Getting Started The screen then displays the measuring range, TWA Alarm, STEL Alarm, The detector then completes the sensor self-test. Low Alarm, and High Alarm. If Auto Zero is enabled, the sensor begins to auto zero. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 17 If Cal Reminder is enabled, the screen displays the number of days before overdue, proceed to step #13. a calibration should be performed. If Cal Reminder is not enabled, the Calibration Interval displays. Proceed (Note: “ To start” alternates with “ To continue” every 4 seconds.) to step #15. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 18 To start” alternates with “ To continue” every 4 seconds.) If Force Bump Test is enabled, a bump test must be completed before entering normal operation. If a bump test is not performed, the detector automatically powers off. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Installing Fleet Manager Ii

    Connect the USB cable to the IR Link. Table 4. Connecting the IR Link Insert the IR Link into the IR interface on the back of the detector. Item Description Detector IR Link interface IR Link USB cable ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 20 From the Devices toolbar, click Configure Device via IR Link. The Device selection popup displays. Select ConneX1 and click OK. From the configuration window, click Retrieve from Device at the bottom of the window. The fields automatically populate with the detector’s current configuration settings.

  • Page 21: User Options

    A value must be entered in the Bump Interval (days) field in the Sensor of the distributor. Configuration section before enabling Force Bump. Distributor Name: Name of the distributor company. CAUTION If 0 is entered in the Bump Interval (days) field, the Force Bump option is automatically disabled. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 22 User Options NOTE BW Technologies by Honeywell recommends to bump test the A value must be entered in the Cal Interval (days) field in the Sensor Configuration section before enabling Force Calibration. sensor before each day’s use to confirm its ability to respond...

  • Page 23: Message Configuration

    Configuration Menu on the detector. The detector is shipped with the password disabled. Enable Password Protection for Device Shutdown: When enabled, a password must be entered to deactivate the detector. The detector is shipped with the password disabled. Password: Set the 4-digit password. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 24: Sensor And Profile Configuration

    Frequency of the beep is defined with Confidence Beep/Flash Interval (seconds). Low Alarm: Define the low alarm setpoints for each sensor. Refer to Appendix A Regional Setpoints on page 56 for alarm setpoints. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 25 8-hour average. If the worker is in the field longer, the oldest The detector is shipped with the Auto Zero on Startup option enabled. accumulated values (first hour) are replaced by the newest values ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 26 The calibration and bump test settings are the same between the two profiles. BW Technologies by Honeywell recommends that the sensor be calibrated at least once every 180 days (6 months). Bump Interval: Define how often the sensor should be calibrated.

  • Page 27: Network Information Options

    NOTE Security Mode: Select the type of security. Choose from WEP, WPA-Personal, BW Technologies by Honeywell recommends to bump test the WPA2-Personal, and WPA2-Mixed. Select disabled for no security. sensor before each day’s use to confirm its ability to respond to Security Key: Enter the password to access the network.

  • Page 28: Mandown Alarm

    Help message is sent to LocaXion Manager. Mandown Alarm is temporarily disabled while the detector is in IntelliDoX, communicating with Fleet Manager via IR Link, and charging. For more information on Panic Alarm, refer to 6. Panic Alarm on page 21. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 29: Panic Alarm

    To activate the Panic Alarm, press and hold for 2 seconds. This will prompt the Panic Alarm warning. Continue to hold for 3 more seconds to activate the alarm. Follow the same procedure to deactivate the alarm. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 30 • Backlight activates • Backlight activates • After 15 minutes of the low battery alarm sequence, • Note: LCD may also display an underlimit reading (-OL) the detector enters critical battery alarm (see Critical Battery Alarm below) ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 31 • Maximum beeper volume PANIC ALARM • Fast flash • Vibrator pulses • Backlight activates An alarm stops when the gas concentration is below the low alarm setpoint. If the alarms are set to latch, press to reset the alarms. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 32: Alarm Setpoints

    TWA and STEL alarms. TWA and STEL alarms can be stopped either by • deactivating and then reactivating the detector, or • clearing the TWA/STEL/peak exposure readings. Refer to 8.4 Review Mode on page ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Modes

    When an alarm occurs it will exit safe mode and Press to scroll through the gas exposures. display the alarm icon and peak gas reading, The audible, visual, and vibrator To reset the peak gas exposures, press when prompted. alarms activate normally. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 34: Sensor Details

    • Software version, hardware revision, and serial number • MAC address, IP address, and WiFi network name • Distributor details • Date format • Time format 8.4.4 Messages • Messages received from LocaXion Manager • Messages sent to LocaXion Manager ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Installing The Calibration Cap

    Use gases approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology or equivalent. Oxygen 18% vol • If a certified calibration is required, contact BW Technologies by Sulfur dioxide 5 ppm to 20 ppm Honeywell. • Do not use a gas cylinder past its expiration date .

  • Page 36: Manual Calibration Procedure

    Once the detector has detected a sufficient amount of gas, the detector begins calibration of the sensor. In the Calibration menu, scroll down and select Calibration. The detector zeroes the sensor before the calibration. ppm - H2S 25ppm Calibrating ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 37 The calibration due date resets to the number of days defined in the Cal and remove the calibration cap from the detector. Interval field in Fleet Manager II. When calibration is complete, the following screen displays. The detector now enters normal operation. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 38: Bump Test

    10.2 Performing a Manual Bump Test CAUTION BW Technologies by Honeywell recommends to bump test the sensor before each day’s use to confirm its ability to respond to gas by When the following screen displays, attach the calibration cap and apply exposing the sensor to a gas concentration that exceeds the alarm bump test gas at a flow rate of 250-500 mL/min.
  • Page 39 When the following screen displays, close the valve on the gas cylinder If the bump test failed, repeat the bump test again or refer to 18. Troubleshooting and remove the calibration cap from the detector. on page 41 ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 40: Datalogs

    When the memory is full, the detector replaces the oldest datalogs with the most unread message. recent datalogs. The detector is shipped with the default setting of 5 seconds. For more information on what is recorded in a datalog, refer to Appendix D Datalog Information on page ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Reading Messages

    To reply to a message, press When Panic Alarm is activated, a message is automatically sent to LocaXion Manager. For more information, refer to 13.2.1 Sending Messages on page 33. For more information, refer to 6. Panic Alarm on page ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 42: Locaxion Manager

    • Fleet Manager II Operator’s Manual This is not a certified calibration certificate. If a certified calibration is • IntelliDoX Technical Reference Manual required, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell. When downloading event logs and datalogs from the detector, the following screen displays.

  • Page 43: Charging The Rechargeable Battery

    Figure 1. Parts of ConneX1 on page 2 and the following procedures. • The ConneX1 uses a lithium battery that may present a risk of fire or chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or Press and hold to deactivate the detector.

  • Page 44: Optimum Battery Operation

    To maximize the battery’s capacity over its lifetime, charge the battery at 20°C. 16.2 Replacing the Sensor and Sensor Filter WARNING To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, use only sensors that are specifically designed for the detector. Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories on page ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 45 Gently remove the PCB by sliding out and then up. Place the PCB on a clean surface. To replace the sensor, refer to 16.2.1 Replacing the Sensor on page To replace the sensor filter, refer to 16.2.2 Replacing the Sensor Filter on page 38 ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 46: Replacing The Sensor

    1 mm (1/16 in.) seal on all sides of the detector. Replace the four machine screws using 3-4 in. lbs of torque. Do not overtighten the screws. New sensor should be calibrated prior to use. Calibrate the new sensor immediately. Refer to 9. Calibration on page ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 47: Weee Directive And Battery Directive

    Spent batteries must be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler. Remove the rear shell. Simultaneously push on the PCB release tab while lifting the PCB up by the battery. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 48 WEEE Directive and Battery Directive Gently remove the PCB by sliding out and then up. Lift the battery straight up by its sides. Disconnect the female connector of the battery. Dispose of the battery in accordance with the local laws. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Depleted battery Recharge batteries. Refer to 16.1 Charging the Rechargeable Battery on page The detector does not activate Damaged detector Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell Automatic deactivation due to critical Replace alkaline batteries. Refer to Charging the Rechargeable Battery. Detector automatically low battery.
  • Page 50 24. The alarm setpoints are defined in Fleet Manager II Detector does not enter alarm Alarm setpoint(s) set to zero Refer to 7.1 Alarm Setpoints on page 24. The alarm setpoints are defined in Fleet Manager II Detector is in calibration mode Complete calibration ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 51 Missing or faulty sensor Refer to Replacing the Sensor and Sensor Filter on page 36 Features and options are not operating Changes in Fleet Manager II Verify that the settings in Fleet Manager II are correct as expected ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 52 Battery is depleted below normal levels charging If the battery indicator does not light after charging, contact Honeywell Analytics Battery does not charge If the battery is not charged after charging for 8 hours, contact Honeywell Analytics ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 53 Battery is in critical low battery state or is completely depleted Replace the sensor. Refer to 16.2.1 Replacing the Sensor on page 38. Self-test Failed Sensor failed the self-test during startup. Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell Auto-zero Error Calibrate the sensor. Sensor failed to auto-zero. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 54 Displays when calibration is overdue. If the Force Calibration 26. If the Calibration Lock option is enabled, an IR device on page option is enabled, the sensor must be calibrated to enter normal (IR Link or IntelliDoX) must be used to calibrate. operation. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 55 If the Force Bump option is enabled, a bump test must be detector into the IntelliDoX. Refer to 10. Bump Test on page performed to enter normal operation. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 56 Screen displays when the sensor is due for a bump test today. If the Force Bump option is enabled, a bump test must be performed to enter normal operation. Press and proceed to the next step in the start-up sequence. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 57 An IR Device must be used to perform a calibration (IR Link or Calibration Lock IntelliDoX). For manual calibration, refer to 9.1 Calibration Using the IntelliDoX on page 26. For automated calibration, refer to the IR Lock enabled screen displays IntelliDoX Technical Reference Guide. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 58 Error Screen Problem Solution Calibration Error Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell An error occured during calibration. Verify the span gas values on the gas cylinder match the span gas values defined for the detector. Ensure gas is applied at a flow rate of 0.25-0.50 L/min.
  • Page 59 Verify that the Bump Threshold and Bump Test gas concentration in Fleet Manager II is correct Insufficient amount of gas detected. Retry calibration. Bump Test Error An error occured during bump testn Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 60 104°F). The detector will not charge outside these temperatures. The ambient temperature is outside the recommended charging Charging error! The recommended charging temperature is 20°C (68°F). temperature. Verify that the update file is valid. Firmware Update Error Bootload failed! Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 61: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    CONNEX1-SS-K5 Sensor filters (kit of 5) Gas Cylinders and Kits CONNEX1-CAL-CAP-1 Calibration cap Chargers and Power Options GA-PA1-MC5-NA ConneX1 multi-unit power adapter CONNEX1-CRADLE-K1 ConneX1 multi-unit cradle charger (with power supply) CONNEX1-CRADLE-01 ConneX1 multi-unit cradle charger (cradle only) ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 62: Specifications

    Alarm conditions: Gas alarm, fault alarm, warning alarm, critical system fault http://www.gasmonitors.com/Declarations_of_Conformity/ alarm Open Source Code: BW Technologies by Honeywell is subject to the terms and Audible alarm: >95 dB at 30 cm conditions of the Gnu General Public License, Version 3 (29 June 2007), available http://gasmonitors.com/software/opensource...
  • Page 63 To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain opérationnels 802.11 peuvent être ajustés via le logiciel FleetManager-II. should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 64: Appendix A Regional Setpoints

    15 ppm 10 ppm 10 ppm 15 ppm Oxygen 0 to 25 %vol 0.1 %vol 23.5 %vol 19.5 %vol Sulfur dioxide 0 to 50 ppm 0.1 ppm 5 ppm 2 ppm 2 ppm 5 ppm ConneX1 Operating Operator’s Manual Appendix...

  • Page 65: Appendix B Configuration Menu Structure

    Messages Calibration Operator WiFi Up to 10 prede ned messages* Zero Sensor Location User pro le Operation mode * Messages are user-con gurable via FleetManager. In FleetManager, open the Connex1 tab, and select Message Con guration. ConneX1 Operator’s Manual Appendix...

  • Page 66: Appendix C Review Mode Menu Structure

    Measuring range Operation details Peak reading Received Low alarm setpoint Device details Sent STEL High alarm setpoint Distributor details Reset readings TWA setpoint Date format STEL setpoint Time format Next cal date Next bump test date ConneX1 Operating Operator’s Manual Appendix...

  • Page 67: Appendix D Datalog Information

    • Location change • STEL alarm setpoint • Operator change • STEL interval • Calibration interval • Bump test interval • User configurations • Operator Name • Location Name • Selected Profile • Peripheral sensor readings • Environmental data ConneX1 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 70 D6657/0 50104992-031 © 2012 BW Technologies by Honeywell. All Rights reserved.

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