MSA ALTAIR 5X Operating Manual
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- Page 1 Operating Manual ALTAIR 5X MSHA – Multigas Detector Order No.: 10150945/00 MSAsafety.com...
- Page 2 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive Cranberry Township, PA 16066 Phone 1-800-MSA-2222 Fax 1-800-967-0398 For your local MSA contacts please go to our website www.MSAsafety.com © MSA 2016. All rights reserved...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CAL DUE Page ....................19 2.4.9 MotionAlert Activation Page ................19 Sensor Missing Alarm ..................19 Monitoring Toxic Gases ..................20 Monitoring Oxygen Concentration ............... 21 Monitoring Combustible Gases ................21 Gas Exposure of 100 % LEL ................22 ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 4 3.4.1 Calibration Options ....................27 3.4.2 Alarm Options ..................... 28 3.4.3 Instrument Options ....................30 MSA Link Operation .................... 32 Function Tests on the Device ................32 Calibration Check ....................32 3.7.1 Equipment ......................32 3.7.2 Performing a Calibration Check ................32 Calibration ......................
- Page 5 Bump Test / Informational Pages ................ 54 Calibrations ......................56 Setup ........................57 Calibration Options ....................58 Alarm Options ..................... 59 Sensor Alarm Setup .................... 60 Instrument Options ....................61 Sensor Setup ...................... 63 Changeable Feature Summary ..............64 ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 6: Safety Regulations
Safety Regulations Correct Use The ALTAIR 5X and ALTAIR 5X IR Multigas Detectors, hereafter also referred to as device, are for use by trained and qualified personnel. They are designed to be used when performing a hazard assess- ment to... -
Page 7: Liability Information
Move away from hazardous area immediately. Do not use the ALTAIR 5X and ALTAIR 5X IR Multigas Detectors to test for combustible or toxic gases in the following atmospheres as this may result in erroneous readings:... - Page 8 +0.5 % when calibrating MSHA-approved ALTAIR 4X devices. Observe Proper Battery Maintenance Use only battery chargers made available by MSA for use with this device; other chargers may damage the battery pack and the device. Dispose of in accordance with local health and safety regulations.
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Page 9: Warranty
Warranty Item Warranty Period Chassis and electronics Three years XCell COMB, O S, CO, SO , NO , and MSA IR sensors Three years XCell Cl , NH sensors Two years Series 20 ClO , HCN, NO, NO , PH... -
Page 10: Description
S sensing capabilities in a single package). The ALTAIR 5X IR is available with a maximum of five sensors, which can display readings for six separate gases (one Two-Tox Sensor provides both CO and H S sensing capabilities in a single package). -
Page 11: Device Hardware Interfaces
The device has three buttons for user operation. 2.2.1 Button Definitions The ALTAIR 5X and ALTAIR 5X IR devices have three buttons for user operation. Each button can function as a "soft key", as defined immediately above the button. Button Description The q button is used to turn the device ON or OFF and to confirm user action selections. -
Page 12: Alarms
Access to this feature may be restricted by user settings. See section 3.4.2 for means to allow/disallow user access. Stealth Mode disables the visual, audible and vibrating alarms. MSA recom- mends that this feature be left in its default "OFF" state. Stealth mode can be... -
Page 13: On-Screen Indicators
The nominal run-time of the device (COMB, O , CO, H S, with pump and monochrome display) at room temperature is 17 hours. Actual run-time will vary depending on ambient temperature, battery and alarm conditions. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 14 Fault LED is ON No other pages can be viewed; after approximately one minute, the device automatically turns OFF. Fig. 4 Battery Shutdown When battery shutdown condition occurs: Leave the area immediately. Recharge or replace the battery pack. ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 15: Battery Charging
Disconnect the charger momentarily to reset the charge cycle. The battery pack may be charged separately from the device. During periods of non-use, the charger may remain connected to the device/battery pack. NOTE: The charger must be disconnected for the device to operate. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 16: Viewing Additional
If the button is pressed, the Bump Test is not performed, and the display shows the next page in the sequence (PEAK). If the button is pressed, the Bump Test is not performed, and the display reverts back to the normal MEASURE page. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 17: Peak Readings (Peak Page)
To reset the peak readings: Access the PEAK page. Press the button. NOTE: This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. 2.4.3 Minimum Readings (MIN Page) Monochromatic display symbol: This page shows the lowest level of oxygen recorded by the device since turn-ON or since the MIN reading was reset. -
Page 18: Time Weighted Average (Twa Page)
(10 minutes x 35 ppm) + (5 minutes x 5 ppm) = 25 ppm 15 minutes NOTE: This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. 2.4.5 Time Weighted Average (TWA Page) WARNING If the TWA alarm activates, leave the contaminated area immediately; the ambient gas concentration has reached the preset TWA alarm level. -
Page 19: Date Display
2.4.7 LAST CAL Page Displays the device last successful calibration date in the format: MM-DD-YY. This page can be de- activated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page. 2.4.8 CAL DUE Page Displays the days until the device's next calibration is due (user selectable). This page can be de-acti- vated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page. -
Page 20: Monitoring Toxic Gases
If the gas concentration reaches or exceeds the alarm set point or the STEL or TWA limits, the: alarm message displays and flashes in combination with the corresponding gas concentration backlight turns on alarm sounds (if active) alarm LEDs flash (if active) vibrating alarm triggers (if active). ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 21: Monitoring Oxygen Concentration
The device can be equipped with a catalytic combustible sensor that detects a variety of combustible gases up to 100 % LEL and displays the reading as either % LEL or % CH . The ALTAIR 5X IR can also contain an IR combustible sensor. The IR sensor displays the reading in % Vol. -
Page 22: Gas Exposure Of 100 % Lel
Move away from contaminated area immediately. For ALTAIR 5X IR devices with an enabled 100 % Vol methane IR sensor, the LockAlarm will clear, and the catalytic combustible again displays combustible concentrations when the gas sample drops to a lower level. -
Page 23: Operation
The oxygen sensor has a special filter to reduce the effects of humidity changes on oxygen readings. This effect will not be noticed immediately, but slowly impacts oxygen readings over several hours. Temperature Changes The sensors have built-in temperature compensation. However, if temperature shifts dramatically, the sensor reading may shift temporarily. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 24: Turning On And Fresh Air Setup
Never let the end of the sampling line touch or go under any liquid surface. If liquid is drawn into the device, readings will be inaccurate and device could be damaged. We recommend the use of an MSA sample probe containing a special membrane filter, permeable to gas but impermeable to water, to prevent such an occurrence. -
Page 25: Fresh Air Setup (Fas) At Device Turn-On
The FAS has limits. If a hazardous level of gas is present, the device ignores the FAS command and the device alarm activates. The ability to perform an FAS at device turn-ON can be disabled by using MSA Link software. NOTE: The Fresh Air Setup does not apply to the CO2 sensor. -
Page 26: Special Consideration For Oxygen Sensor
MOTIONALERT This page allows the MotionAlert Feature to be activated or deactivated. * The display of these pages can be de-activated through MSA Link software. Device Setup The device has provisions to access and modify the following parameters through direct button inter-... -
Page 27: Calibration Options
Operation If the password is forgotten, it can be reset by using MSA Link software. Contact MSA Customer Service for assistance. The following Options are available by pressing the and buttons: Calibration Options - see section 3.4.1 Alarm Options - see section 3.4.2 Instrument Options - see section 3.4.3. -
Page 28: Alarm Options
To grant or deny user access to the MOTIONALERT page, use the button to change the indi- cated selection. User access is: permitted when the setting indicates ON. denied when the setting indicates OFF. The selection is confirmed by pressing either the or button. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 29 Set values for Sensor Alarm by pressing the or button. Press the q button to confirm set value. Repeat setting for all other sensors. Press the button to return to the Alarm Options menu. Repeat setting for all other alarm types. ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 30: Instrument Options
The sensor information is displayed and the sensor can be enabled or disabled. NOTE: Other operations such as changing the gas type (Methane, Butane, Propane etc. for the combustible sensor) and units (ppm to mg/m3) are only possible using the MSA Link software. Change status by pressing the or button. - Page 31 This option is for setting the device time and date. The device first prompts to set the time and then it prompts for the date. NOTE: The time can be set up for either regular AM/PM or military time (through MSA Link software). AM/PM time is the default setting. Press the q button to enter setup.
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Page 32: Msa Link Operation
The calibration check is simple and should only take about one minute. Perform this calibration check before each day's use For ALTAIR 5X IR units with combustible % Vol IR sensors, the following gas level should not be exceeded when used for daily Calibration Checks: IR Methane 100% Vol - 20% Methane Cal Check gas Turn ON the device in clean, fresh air. -
Page 33: Calibration
Operation Calibration The ALTAIR 5X instrument can be calibrated either manually by using this procedure or automatically ® ® by using the GALAXY GX2 Test System. See section 3.9 for additional GALAXY GX2 information. The use of the demand regulators listed in section 6.2 is recommended. -
Page 34: Span Calibration
Connect the other end of the tubing to the pump inlet. Press the button to calibrate (span) the device. “SPAN CALIBRATION“ flashes SPAN calibration starts. A progress bar shows the user how much of the cali- bration has already been completed. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 35: Finishing Successful Calibration
The calibration procedure adjusts the span value for any sensor that passes the calibration test. Sensors that fail calibration are left unchanged. In the ALTAIR 5X IR, a combustible IR sensor calibration causes the catalytic combustible sensor to enter the LockAlarm condition. -
Page 36: Calibration With The Galaxy® Gx2 Test System
® The device can be calibrated using the GALAXY GX2 Automated Test System - contact MSA for a list of compatible gases and concentrations. Similar to the successful (manual) calibration described in section 3.8.3, a symbol displays on the ®... -
Page 37: Maintenance
Repair or alteration of the device beyond the procedures described in this manual or by anyone other than a person authorized by MSA, could cause the unit to fail to perform properly. Use only genuine MSA replacement parts when performing any maintenance procedures described in this manual. -
Page 38: Verifying Pump Operation
Never let the end of the sampling line touch or go under any liquid surface. If liquid is drawn into the device, readings will be inaccurate and device could be damaged. We recommend the use of an MSA sample probe containing a special membrane filter, permeable to gas but impermeable to water, to prevent such an occurrence. -
Page 39: Replacing The Battery
Pull the battery pack out of the device by gripping the sides and lifting it up and away from the device. Fig. 12 Battery Replacement For alkaline battery packs (ALTAIR 5X only): Remove the battery holder circuit board from the pack door. Replace the 3 cells, using only those listed on the label. ... -
Page 40: Live Maintenance Procedure - Sensor Replacement
Damage to the device can occur. Position #2 Position #1 Position #3 w/ Adapter Position #4 Fig. 13 Possible positions for sensor replacement Combustible sensor , CL , SO sensor (position with adapter) , CO-H S sensor CO-H S sensor ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 41 Calibrate device before use. WARNING Calibration is required after a sensor is installed; otherwise, the device will not perform as expected and persons relying on this product for their safety could sustain serious personal injury or death. ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 42: Replacing The Pump Filter
If not to be used in 30 days, remove battery pack or connect it to a charger. Shipment Pack the device in its original shipping container with suitable padding. If the original container is unavailable, an equivalent container may be substituted. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 43: Technical Specifications/Certifications
1 lb. (0.45 kg) - device with battery and clip (ALTAIR 5X unit) Weight (with IR Sensor) 1.1 lb. (0.5 kg) Dimensions (cm) 6.69" H x 3.49" W x 1.79" D without belt clip (ALTAIR 5X unit) Dimensions (cm) 6.68" H x 3.52" W x 1.92" D (with IR Sensor) -
Page 44: Factory-Set Alarm Thresholds And Setpoints
No alarm thresholds are possible for the 0-100 % Vol Methane sensor. In environments with >100 % LEL combustible gas present, devices with a catalytic combustible LEL sensor will be in a latching over-range alarm, and the 100 % Vol IR sensors will display the % Vol gas reading. ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 45: Performance Specifications
±4 % 35 s 0-10 % Vol 0.01 % Vol Dioxide ±2% Vol or ±10% of ± 5 % Vol 34 s Methane 0-100 % Vol 1 % Vol reading, whichever is greater ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 46 ±2 ppm or 10 % ±3 ppm or 20 % Sulfur dioxide 0-20 of reading, of reading, t(90) < 20 s whichever is greater whichever is greater * Response time is for normal temperature range with sensor in position #3 ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 47: Calibration Specifications
Technical Specifications/Certifications Calibration Specifications See section 6.1 for MSA gas cylinder part numbers. Span Cal Zero Cal Sensor Zero Gas Span Cal Gas Time Value** Value (min) COMB Methane (0-5 % Vol) Fresh Air 2.5 % Vol Methane 2,5 % Fresh Air 20.8 %... -
Page 48: Order Information
, 15.0 % O 10049056 813718 60 ppm CO 2.50 % CH , 15.0 % O 10048981 10048890 60 ppm CO, 20 ppm H 2.50 % CH , 15.0 % O 10058172 60 ppm CO, 10 ppm NO ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 49: Accessories Parts List
Description Part No. Calibration Accessories Demand Regulator Kit 710288 /ClO Demand Regulator Kit 10034391 Interface & Carrying Accessories MSA Link USB dongle 10082834 MSA Link Datalogging Software 10088099 Shoulder Strap 474555 Retractable Line with Belt Clip 10050976 Holster, leather 10099648... -
Page 50: Device Replacement Parts
Order Information Device Replacement Parts ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 51 Filter cover assembly 10083591 Display assembly, monochrome 10111389 Sensor bracket assembly with pump, ALTAIR 5X 10114804 (includes vibrator motor) Sensor bracket assembly with pump, ALTAIR 5X IR 10114805 (includes vibrator motor) Kit, pump cap replacement 10114855 Sensor, HCN (Series 20) 10106375...
- Page 52 Order Information Description Part No. IR sensors – must be repaired or replaced at a Certified Service Center 0-10 % Vol 10145738-SP 0-100 % Vol (Methane) 10145752-SP ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 53: Flow Charts
SETUP ? * MAIN BUMP TEST / CALIBRATE MEASURE INFORMATIONAL PAGES PAGE Press Hold For 5 seconds Hold Hold For 5 Simultaneously for 2 seconds seconds Hold InstantAlert SETUP For 5 seconds TURN OFF * IF ENABLED ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 54: Bump Test / Informational
Press Press Press RESET PEAK * PEAK Press Press Press RESET Press Press Press RESET STEL * STEL Press Press Press MAIN RESET MEASURE TWA * PAGE Press Press * IF ENABLED (NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS) ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 55 Press Press CAL DUE DATE * Press Press MOTION TOGGLE ALERT ON /OFF Press STATUS * Press Press TOGGLE WIRELESS ** ON /OFF Press Press Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE * IF ENABLED ** IF WIRELESS IS INSTALLED ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 56: Calibrations
Flow Charts Calibrations CALIBRATE PASSWORD ? (IF REQUIRED) PASSWORD FAIL PERFORM ZERO ZERO CAL ? FRESH AIR CALIBRATION SETUP Press Press Press SPAN CAL ? SPAN CALIBRATION (REPEATS AS Press NECESSARY) Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 57: Setup
Flow Charts Setup SETUP ENTER PASSWORD PASSWORD FAIL CALIBRATION CALIBRATION OPTIONS ? OPTIONS Press Press ALARM ALARM OPTIONS ? OPTIONS Press Press INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT OPTIONS ? OPTIONS Press Press EXIT ? Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 58: Calibration Options
SET # OF CALIBRATION DUE DAYS Press Press SHOW LAST CAL TOGGLE DATE AT STARTUP ON / OFF Press Press PASSWORD TOGGLE PROTECTED ON / OFF CALIBRATION Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press RETURN TO SETUP ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 59: Alarm Options
Press TOGGLE HORN ON/OFF Press Press TOGGLE ALARM LEDS ON/OFF Press Press USER ACCESS TO TOGGLE MOTION ALERT ON/OFF Press Press SENSOR SENSOR ALARMS ? ALARM SETUP Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press RETURN TO SETUP ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 60: Sensor Alarm Setup
Press Press SENSORS Press MODIFY SETUP STEL STEL ALARMS Press ALARMS ? Press Press MODIFY SETUP ALARMS Press ALARMS ? Press Press RETURN TO ALARM OPTIONS NOTE: STEL AND TWA AR E NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 61: Instrument Options
Flow Charts Instrument Options INSTRUMENT OPTIONS SENSOR SENSOR SETUP SETUP Press Press LANGUAGE SELECT Press Press TIME / DATE HH:MM MM:DD:YY Press Press DATALOG INTERVAL MM:SS Press Press STEALTH MODE TOGGLE ON/OFF Press Press ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 62 Flow Charts Continued TOGGLE OPERATING BEEP ON/OFF Press Press CONTRAST ADJUST (MONO ONLY) Press Press ON / OFF BACKLIGHT TIMEOUT PERIOD Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press RETURN TO SETUP ALTAIR 5X MSHA...
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Page 63: Sensor Setup
Press Press Press Press TOXIC TOGGLE SENSOR ** SHOW SENSOR STATUS ON/OFF (REPEATS AS Press Press NECESSARY) Press Press TOGGLE SHOW SENSOR SENSOR ** STATUS ON/OFF Press Press Press Press RETURN TO DEVICE ** IF INSTALLED OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X MSHA... -
Page 64: Changeable Feature Summary
10 secs INSTRUMENT OPTIONS 3.4.3 Display Contrast Factory-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS 3.4.3 Language User-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS 3.4.3 Date, Time User-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS 3.4.3 Datalog Interval 3 min INSTRUMENT OPTIONS 3.4.3 Device S/N Factory-set Company Name Blank Dept./User Name Blank ALTAIR 5X MSHA... - Page 65 For local MSA contacts, please visit us at MSAsafety.com Because every life has a purpose...
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