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Operator's Manual, CSA Version
Part Number: 71-0244RK
Revision: U
Released: 9/27/18
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  • Page 1 Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Part Number: 71-0244RK Revision: U Released: 9/27/18 www.rkiinstruments.com...
  • Page 2 Typical calibration frequencies for most applications are between 1 and 3 months, but can be required more often or less often based on your usage. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 3 Warranty RKI Instruments, Inc. warrants the Gas Tracer sold by us to be free from defects in materials, workmanship, and performance for a period of two years from the date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. This includes the instrument and the original sensors.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 3: Using the Gas Tracer in Normal Mode .......
  • Page 5 Chapter 4: Using the Gas Tracer in Bar Hole Mode ......
  • Page 6 Viewing Snap Log Data in Leak Check Mode Operation....108 Turning Off the Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode ......110 Chapter 6: Maintenance Mode .
  • Page 7 Calibrating the Gas Tracer ........

  • Page 8: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This chapter briefly describes the Gas Tracer. This chapter also describes the Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual (this document). Table 1 at the end of this chapter lists the specifications for the Gas Tracer. About the Gas Tracer...
  • Page 9 The Gas Tracer detects oxygen deficiency, elevated levels of oxygen, combustible gases, and carbon monoxide, all of which can be dangerous or life threatening. When using the Gas Tracer, you must follow the instructions and warnings in this manual to assure proper and safe operation of the unit and to minimize the risk of personal injury.

  • Page 10: Specifications

    Alarm 1 Alarm 1 (Factory 10% LEL 19.5 vol% 25 ppm Settings) (Decreasing) Alarm 2 Alarm 2 50 ppm 50% LEL Alarm 2 23.5 vol% 25 ppm (Increasing) STEL 200 ppm 10 • Specifications Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 11: About This Manual

    Approximately 171(H) x 65(W) x 39(D) mm (5.6”H x 2.5”W x 1.5”D) Weight Approximately 310 g (11 oz.) *Some versions of the Gas Tracer are available with the LEL and/or PPM sensors factory set for HC (general hydrocarbons) and calibrated to isobutane. Consult RKI Instruments, Inc. for further information.

  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Description

    Arrays Cover (alkaline version) DISPLAY POWER RESE T (ADJ) ENTER SILENCE Charging Control (SHIFT) Buttons Contacts IR Port (behind button label) Figure 1: Components of the Gas Tracer, Front & Back 12 • Overview Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 13: Case

    A clear plastic window through which the LCD can be viewed is located on the front of the case. Four brass charging contacts that are used when the Gas Tracer is placed in the charging station are on the back of the case. Both the rechargeable and alkaline version include a removable battery pack.
  • Page 14 The ppm combustible sensor detects combustible gas in the ppm range. It is used in Leak Check Mode. It is a combination catalytic/MOS type sensor with a current output. The current is amplified by the Gas Tracer’s circuitry, converted to a measurement of combustible gas concentration, and displayed on the LCD.
  • Page 15 4-sensor unit for LEL/O /ppm/CO and has a dummy sensor installed in the %volume combustible sensor position. Dummy Sensor Top Flat Bottom Side Hollow Side Figure 3: Dummy Sensors Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Instrument Description • 15...

  • Page 16: Lcd

    • scrolls through the display and settings modes • enters instructions into the Gas Tracer’s microprocessor 1 The Gas Tracer’s alarms are user-adjustable. See “Chapter 6: Maintenance Mode” on page 111. Printed Circuit Boards The Gas Tracer printed circuit boards analyze, record, control, store, and display the information collected.

  • Page 17: Infrared Communications Port

    IrDA protocol. A computer’s infrared port or an IrDA/USB cable connected to a computer’s USB port can be used to download data saved by the Gas Tracer to a computer using the Gas Tracer Data Logger Management Program. See the GX-2012 Data Logger Management Program operator’s manual for data logging and downloading instructions.

  • Page 18: Pump

    Tracer because of flow rate reduction. Flow Chamber The flow chamber is on the back of the Gas Tracer and is held in place by three phillips screws. The flow chamber seals to the rubber sensor gasket which seals to the sensor faces inside the Gas Tracer and routes flow from the pump to the sensors to the exhaust port (also a part of the flow chamber).

  • Page 19: Standard Accessories

    The belt clip allows the Gas Tracer to be securely attached to a belt. Wrist Strap A wrist strap is included with the Gas Tracer and can be attached to the right or left wrist strap installation feature. Sample Hose & 10 Inch Probe A 10 foot sample hose and a 10 inch probe are included as standard with the Gas Tracer.

  • Page 20: Optional Accessories

    Data logging accessories are briefly described in “Data Logging” on page 61. Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Pack A rechargeable lithium ion battery pack is available for the Gas Tracer. A fully charged battery pack will power the Gas Tracer for 10 hours. The batteries will last for a minimum of 500 charge cycles.

  • Page 21: Optional Probes

    An optional DC powered charging station is available with a vehicle plug 12 VDC adapter. It uses the same charging base as the AC charging station but comes with a Velcro strap to secure the Gas Tracer in the charging base. Adapter Jack...
  • Page 22 End Plugged Figure 9: Barhole Probe An optional bar hole probe is available for the Gas Tracer. It is designed to be used when the Gas Tracer is operated in Bar Hole Mode to check bar holes when tracking down underground gas pipe leaks (see “Chapter 4: Using the Gas Tracer in Bar Hole Mode”...

  • Page 23: Purge Tee Fitting

    Pressurized Excess Stream Pressurized Sample Sample Port Vent Port GX-2012 Inlet Figure 13: Purge Tee Fitting Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Optional Accessories • 23...

  • Page 24: External Dilution Fitting

    External Dilution Fitting An external dilution fitting is available for the Gas Tracer. It is a 1:1 dilution fitting and is designed to mate with the inlet fitting and accept a sample hose or probe. The fittings are made with brass and nickel plated brass and are appropriate for use with the four standard gases.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Using The Gas Tracer In Normal Mode

    Start Up, Normal Mode This section explains how to start up the Gas Tracer in Normal Mode, get it ready for operation, and turn it off. NOTE: The screens illustrated in this section are for a 3-gas unit that has the % LEL range for the combustible gas channel.
  • Page 26 FAIL C--LIMIT The Gas Tracer cannot be used until a calibration has been performed either by selecting AUTO CAL or ONE CAL in the Maintenance Mode menu. See “Calibrating Using Auto Calibration” on page 115 or “Calibrating Using Single Calibration”...
  • Page 27 FAIL B--LIMIT The Gas Tracer cannot be used until a bump test has been performed by selecting BUMP in the Maintenance Mode menu. See “Performing a Bump Test” on page 120 for bump testing instructions. •...
  • Page 28 - - - - - - - - 8. The Date/Time Screen appears for a few seconds. 2011 22:39 DATE This screen displays the current year, month, day, and time. 28 • Start Up, Normal Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 29 If the combustible channel is set as %volume only using the HC Range Screen in Display Mode, it will automatically revert to Autoranging when it is turned off and on again and the no alarm acknowledgment screen will not appear. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Start Up, Normal Mode • 29...

  • Page 30: Turning On The Gas Tracer In Normal With All Modes Active

    Mode. The standard factory setting is LC. See “Chapter 4: Using the Gas Tracer in Bar Hole Mode” on page 87 for a description of Bar Hole Mode or “Chapter 5: Using the Gas Tracer in Leak Check Mode” on page 96 for a description of Leak Check Mode.
  • Page 31 1. Connect the tapered rubber nozzle or the sample hose to the Gas Tracer’s quick connect inlet fitting. 2. If a sample hose is used, screw the probe onto the sample hose’s threaded fitting. 3. Press and briefly hold down the POWER ENTER button. The Normal Mode Select Screen displays.

  • Page 32: Performing A Fresh Air Adjustment, Normal Mode

    (SHIFT) button for 5 seconds while in the Normal Operation Screen. Performing a Fresh Air Adjustment, Normal Mode Before using the Gas Tracer, it is recommended to set the fresh air readings for the target gases by performing a fresh air adjustment. This will set the combustible gas and CO channels to zero and the OXY channel to 20.9%.

  • Page 33: Measuring Mode, Normal Operation

    To use the 8 meter hose with floating probe: 1. Start up the Gas Tracer as described in “Start Up, Normal Mode” on page 25. 2. Connect the 8 meter hose with floating probe to the Gas Tracer’s quick connect inlet fitting.
  • Page 34 The purge fitting is used to detect gas levels in a pressurized gas stream from a pipeline or vessel being purged. 1. Start up the Gas Tracer as described in “Start Up, Normal Mode” on page 25. 2. Connect the purge tee fitting to the Gas Tracer’s quick connect inlet fitting.

  • Page 35: Combustible Gas Detection

    H 1. Start up the Gas Tracer as described in “Start Up, Normal Mode” on page 25. 2. Install the dilution fitting to the Gas Tracer’s quick connect inlet fitting.
  • Page 36 Applications with High Levels of Combustible Gas The Gas Tracer provides the % LEL sensor with some protection by turning off the % LEL sensor power temporarily when it determines that a % LEL over scale (more than 100% LEL) concentration of combustible gas is present. When this happens, “OVER”...

  • Page 37: Co With H 2 S Response Configuration

    Some applications may require the user to know if H S is present while monitoring with a Gas Tracer. The Gas Tracer does not have an H S sensor installed but if the charcoal filter is removed from the CO sensor, it will respond to...

  • Page 38: Snap Log Mode, Normal Operation

    CO channel using CO. Snap Log Mode, Normal Operation NOTE: For instructions to take snap log data if using the Gas Tracer in Leak Check Mode, see “Snap Log Mode, Leak Check Mode Operation” on page 106.
  • Page 39 POWER ENTER button to save a set of snap log data. The fourth screen displays the current gas readings, and that you Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Measuring Mode, Normal Operation • 39...
  • Page 40 Normal Operation Screen. 5. The data recorded in Snap Log Mode can be viewed in Display Mode. See “Snap Logging Screen” on page 57 for more information. 40 • Measuring Mode, Normal Operation Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 41: Measuring Mode, Alarms

    Measuring Mode, Alarms This section covers alarm indications in Measuring Mode. It also tells you how to reset the Gas Tracer after an alarm has occurred and how to respond to an alarm condition. NOTE: False alarms may be caused by radio frequency (RF) or electromagnetic (EMI) interference.
  • Page 42 • FAIL appears at the Buzzer sounds a double bottom of the display pulsing tone (two pulses and the failed in quick succession) sensor(s) are indicated • Alarm LED arrays flash 42 • Measuring Mode, Alarms Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 43: Resetting And Silencing Alarms

    Alarm Silence Setting” on page 137). With ALRM SLNC ON and LATCHING ON: When the Gas Tracer goes into a gas alarm, press the RESET SILENCE button to silence the buzzer. If the gas concentration was still above the alarm level when the button was pressed, the LEDs continue to flash, and the Gas Tracer continues to display the current alarm level.

  • Page 44: Responding To Alarms

    3. Reset the alarm using the RESET SILENCE button once the alarm condition has cleared. 4. Calibrate the Gas Tracer as described in the calibration section of this manual. 5. If the over range condition continues, you may need to replace the sensor that has triggered the over range alarm.
  • Page 45 2. Attempt to change the date using the DATE menu time in Maintenance Mode. See “Updating the Date and Time Settings” on page 113. 3. If the date cannot be set correctly, contact RKI Instruments, Inc. as soon as possible.

  • Page 46: Inert Mode

    Settings” on page 139 for instructions to set the alarm points. Start Up and Operation 1. With the oxygen alarm pattern set to H-HH, start up the Gas Tracer as described in “Turning On the Gas Tracer, Normal Mode Only” on page 25.

  • Page 47: Display Mode

    3. Since the oxygen concentration in fresh air is above both oxygen alarm points, the Gas Tracer will go into alarm if turned on in a fresh air environment. Display Mode This section describes using the Gas Tracer in Display Mode. With the Gas Tracer in Display Mode, you can: •...

  • Page 48: Hc Range Screen

    HC Range Screen This screen displays only if your Gas Tracer is equipped with both the catalytic % LEL combustible sensor and the TC % volume combustible sensor. It allows you to select the display units for the combustible channel as % LEL/% volume autoranging or % volume.

  • Page 49: Stel Screen

    The Alarm Points Screen allows you to view each channel’s alarm settings for full scale, warning, alarm, STEL (for CO only), and TWA (for CO only). The bottom line of the screen will alternate between ALARM--P, NO /DISP, and YES/ENT. dISP ALARM--P Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Display Mode • 49...
  • Page 50 Press the POWER ENTER button to proceed to view the full scale settings. Use the or (SHIFT) buttons to scroll through screens showing the different settings. vol% %LEL 40.0 F. S. %LEL 19.5 WARNING %LEL 23.5 ALARM STEL 50 • Display Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 51: Operation Time Screen

    Press and release POWER ENTER again to stop the simulated alarm. Operation Time Screen The operation time screen displays the time in minutes since the Gas Tracer was last turned on. The operation time may be continued from the last time the Gas Tracer was in operation by using the lunch break option.

  • Page 52: Remaining Log Time Screen

    The remaining log time screen displays the time remaining until the data logger memory is full. The remaining log time depends on how often the Gas Tracer stores data to the data log, how many channels are active, and how often the Gas Tracer is turned on and off.

  • Page 53: Clear Data Logger Screens

    The clear data logger screens allow you to clear the data logger storage. You can set the Gas Tracer to overwrite the oldest data when the data log is full. See “Updating the Datalog Overwrite Setting” on page 147. The bottom line of the screen alternates between LG CLEAR, NO /DISP, and YES/ENT.

  • Page 54: Pump Off Screen

    Maintenance Mode is turned ON. The factory setting for POFF DSP is OFF. The Gas Tracer pump can be turned on and off in this screen. The bottom line of this screen alternates between PUMP OFF, NO /DISP, and YES/ENT. This...

  • Page 55: User Id Screen

    The user ID is saved to the data logger for that session when you turn off the Gas Tracer or change users during operation. This allows you to change the user ID during operation and have each user ID that was used during an operating session saved for the corresponding data.

  • Page 56: Station Id Screen

    Program manual. The bottom line of the screen alternates between YES/ENT., the current station ID, and NO /DISP. Uppercase letters, numbers, asterisks (*), dashes (-), and a blank space are available characters. The Gas Tracer can store 128 station IDs.

  • Page 57: Snap Logging Screen

    2. Press and release the POWER ENTER button. If no snap logs have been performed, the following screen will appear. Press and release the DISPLAY (ADJ) button to return to the Snap Logging Screen. NO DATA Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Display Mode • 57...
  • Page 58 IDs and view what time and day they were taken. Snap log data that was taken in Leak Check Mode operation will have two snap log ID numbers. One number is for the base reading and the other is for the peak reading. 58 • Display Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 59 LEAK CK MODE LEAK CK MODE 2012 Leak Check POWER Mode Operation ENTER Base Data 14:17 5000 M009 VALVE 3 (SHIFT) 2011 %LEL Normal POWER 22.0 Operation ENTER Data 22:39 M007 Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Display Mode • 59...

  • Page 60: Peak Bar Select Screen

    1. Use the DISPLAY (ADJ) button to scroll to the Peak Bar Select Screen. The screen indicates the current setting. BAR ON 2. Press and release the POWER ENTER button. PEAK BAR 60 • Display Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 61: Datalogging

    POWER ENTER button. Data Logging NOTE: The Gas Tracer logs data while in Normal Mode or in Bar Hole Mode. If the Gas Tracer is used in Leak Check Mode, no downloadable data will be logged.

  • Page 62: Calibration Mode

    You can program the Gas Tracer to notify you when it is due for calibration. See “Updating the Calibration Reminder Setting” on page 148.

  • Page 63: Preparing For Calibration Or Bump Test

    The Gas Tracer will set the fresh air reading for all channels as it counts down from 8. If the combustible channel is set as %LEL only or vol% only, there is no countdown period.

  • Page 64: Calibrating The Gas Tracer

    MAINTENANCE will appear along the top of the screen once you have entered Calibration Mode. The first item in the calibration menu, AIR CAL, displays. NOTE: The following screens illustrate a three-gas Gas Tracer with both a %LEL and %volume combustible gas sensor as examples only. Your Gas Tracer may display slightly different screens.
  • Page 65 4. The gas concentrations displayed in the calibration values screens must match the gas concentrations listed on the calibration cylinders. If all concentrations match, go to step 12. If one or more concentrations do not match, continue with step 5. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 65...
  • Page 66 ESCAPE and press POWER ENTER to return to the calibration gas values screen. NOTE: The RKI Three Gas Cylinder typically contains 12% O by volume. Be sure to set the “OXY” reading to agree with the concentration listed on the cylinder’s label, not zero.
  • Page 67 If any of the sensors cannot calibrate to the proper value, FAIL displays along the bottom of the screen and the Gas Tracer lists the sensor(s) that failed to calibrate. In the example below, the OXY channel failed calibration. The other sensors calibrated normally.
  • Page 68 (in this example the combustible gas % LEL sensor). If you have a 5 sensor unit, the %vol sensor will be one of the choices. It is shown below. MAINTENANCE vol% - - - ONE CAL 68 • Calibration Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 69 - - - %LEL ONE CAL 8. Disconnect the tubing from the Gas Tracer’s probe. 9. Repeat steps 3 through 8 for any other sensors you want to calibrate. Make sure you use an appropriate calibration cylinder for each sensor.

  • Page 70: Bump Testing The Gas Tracer

    See “Turning the Bump Test Function On or Off” on page 143 for instructions. NOTE: The Gas Tracer uses parameters defined in the BUMP--SET menu item of Maintenance Mode while performing a bump test. To view or update these parameters, see “Updating the Bump Test Parameters” on page 145.
  • Page 71 9. Connect the tubing from the demand flow regulator to the rigid tube on the probe then quickly press and release the POWER ENTER button. The unit will begin counting down from 30. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 71...
  • Page 72 If one or more sensors fail the bump test, see “Troubleshooting” on page 159 to investigate the cause of the failure and replace the failed sensor or sensors if necessary. • Disconnect the tubing from the probe. 72 • Calibration Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 73 AIR or (SHIFT) button. MAINTENANCE %LEL 12.0 BUMP • To return to the BUMP screen in Calibration Mode, press POWER ENTER. MAINTENANCE BUMP • Disconnect the tubing from the probe. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 73...
  • Page 74 Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to scroll between the calibration/bump test results, the bump test gas readings, and the calibration gas readings. MAINTENANCE %LEL BUMP/CAL MAINTENANCE %LEL 12.0 BUMP/ 74 • Calibration Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 75 13. With the BUMP menu option displayed, press the (SHIFT) button until the NORMAL menu option is displayed. 14. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 75...

  • Page 76: Calibrating And Bump Testing The Ppm Combustible Sensor

    Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor The PPM sensor in the Gas Tracer needs to be calibrated and bump tested separately. It cannot be calibrated using the AUTO CAL or ONE CAL menu items in the main menu or bump tested using the BUMP menu item in the main menu.
  • Page 77 MAINTENANCE AIR CAL 2. Be sure the Gas Tracer is in a fresh air environment. 3. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to enter the AIR CAL menu item. MAINTENANCE PUSH AIR 4.
  • Page 78 1. Install the demand flow regulator onto the calibration cylinder. 2. Connect the humidifier to the demand flow regulator. 3. Install the hose and probe to the Gas Tracer. 4. To calibrate the ppm sensor using auto calibration, use the AIR button to scroll to AUTO CAL.
  • Page 79 DISPLAY (ADJ) button. MAINTENANCE AUTO CAL 13. Connect the humidifier from the demand flow regulator to the rigid tube on the probe. Allow the gas to flow for two minutes. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 79...
  • Page 80 If the ppm sensor passed calibration, PASS displays along the bottom of the screen, then the AUTO CAL menu item displays. If the ppm sensor cannot calibrate to the proper value, FAIL displays along the bottom of the screen and the Gas Tracer indicates that the ppm sensor failed to calibrate. MAINTENANCE FAIL The buzzer and alarm lights activate.
  • Page 81 POWER ENTER button to return to the PPM CAL menu in Calibration Mode. 13. Use the (SHIFT) button to navigate to the NORMAL menu item, then press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 81...
  • Page 82 See “Turning the Bump Test Function On or Off” on page 143 for instructions. NOTE: The Gas Tracer uses parameters defined in the BUMP--SET menu item of Maintenance Mode while performing a bump test. To view or update these parameters, see “Updating the Bump Test Parameters” on page 145.
  • Page 83 • Disconnect the humidifier from the probe. NOTE: Grasp the humidifier tube assembly by the clear tubing at the end, not the humidifier tube itself. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 83...
  • Page 84 To return to the BUMP screen in PPM CAL, press POWER ENTER. MAINTENANCE BUMP • Disconnect the humidifier from the probe. NOTE: Grasp the humidifier tube assembly by the clear tubing at the end, not the humidifier tube itself. 84 • Calibration Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 85 Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to scroll between the calibration/bump test results, the bump test gas reading, and the calibration gas reading. MAINTENANCE BUMP/CAL MAINTENANCE BUMP/ Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibration Mode • 85...
  • Page 86 POWER ENTER button to return to the PPM CAL menu item in Calibration Mode. 12. Use the (SHIFT) button to navigate to the NORMAL menu item, then press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. 86 • Calibration Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 87: Chapter 4: Using The Gas Tracer In Bar Hole Mode

    When the Gas Tracer is in Bar Hole Mode, only the combustible and oxygen channels are displayed. If a Gas Tracer is intended for bar hole testing, it is shipped with Bar Hole Mode enabled so that the operator must choose which operational mode to use when the unit is turned on.
  • Page 88 (factory setting), then the following screen displays. C--LIMIT The alarm LED’s and buzzer will pulse several times. After this, press and release the RESET SILENCE button to continue. 88 • Start Up, Bar Hole Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 89 FAIL C--LIMIT The Gas Tracer cannot be used until a calibration has been performed either by selecting AUTO CAL or ONE CAL in the Maintenance Mode menu. See “Calibrating Using Auto Calibration” on page 115 or “Calibrating Using Single Calibration”...
  • Page 90 FAIL B--LIMIT The Gas Tracer cannot be used until a bump test has been performed by selecting BUMP in the Maintenance Mode menu. See “Performing a Bump Test” on page 120 for bump testing instructions. •...
  • Page 91 Warning setpoint (low gas alarm) for all channels • Alarm setpoint (high gas alarm) for all channels • STEL alarm setpoint for the CO channel • TWA alarm setpoint for the CO channel Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Start Up, Bar Hole Mode • 91...

  • Page 92: Performing A Fresh Air Adjustment, Bar Hole Mode

    If the CO sensor is installed and fails, press and release the RESET SILENCE button to acknowledge the failure and continue to Bar Hole Mode. 13. The Gas Tracer is now operating in Bar Hole Mode. The pump is off and the following screen appears.

  • Page 93: Bar Hole Testing

    Performing a Bar Hole Test 1. Start up the Gas Tracer as described in “Start Up, Bar Hole Mode” on page 87. 2. If you wish to change the station ID, press the (SHIFT) and DISPLAY (ADJ) buttons and release when you hear a beep.
  • Page 94 BAR HOLE MODE %LEL 3. Take the Gas Tracer to the bar hole that will be tested. 4. Insert the probe into the bar hole and press and release the POWER ENTER button. The pump will turn on and the sample period will begin with the sample period counting down in seconds in the lower right corner of the display.

  • Page 95: Turning Off The Gas Tracer, Bar Hole Mode

    7. If a high concentration of methane is encountered, a fresh air purge can be performed to purge the hose, probe and Gas Tracer of gas before the next bar hole test. To perform a purge, do the following: •...

  • Page 96: Chapter 5: Using The Gas Tracer In Leak Check Mode

    When the Gas Tracer is in Leak Check Mode, only the combustible channel is displayed. If a Gas Tracer is intended for leak check testing, it is shipped with Leak Check Mode enabled so that the operator must choose which operational mode to use when the unit is turned on (see “Turning On the Gas Tracer in Normal Mode With...
  • Page 97 CL EXPRD is set in the Maintenance Mode Menu (page 148). • If the unit is due for calibration and CL EXPRD is set to CONFIRM (factory setting), then the following screen displays. C--LIMIT Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Start Up, Leak Check Mode • 97...
  • Page 98 FAIL C--LIMIT The Gas Tracer cannot be used until a calibration has been performed either by selecting AUTO CAL, ONE CAL, or PPM CAL in the Maintenance Mode menu. See “Calibrating Using Auto Calibration” on page 115, “Calibrating Using Single Calibration” on page 118, or “Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor”...
  • Page 99 FAIL B--LIMIT The Gas Tracer cannot be used until a bump test has been performed by selecting BUMP in the Maintenance Mode menu or by selecting PPM CAL in the Maintenance Mode menu and then selecting BUMP. See “Performing a Bump Test”...
  • Page 100 - - - - - - - - 9. The Date/Time Screen appears for a few seconds. 2011 22:39 DATE This screen displays the current year, month, date, and time. 100 • Start Up, Leak Check Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 101 D: V 11. The display then indicates the full scale values for all channels. 12. If the Gas Tracer experiences a sensor failure during start up, a screen indicating which sensor failed displays. In the example below, the combustible gas ppm sensor has failed.

  • Page 102: Performing A Fresh Air Adjustment, Leak Check Mode

    Once the fresh air adjustment has finished, start up is complete and the unit is ready for leak testing. 5. If you would like to calibrate the Gas Tracer while in Leak Check Mode, follow the same instructions described in “Calibration Mode” on page 62.

  • Page 103: Leak Testing

    2. The unit is now operating with the selected display range. Locating a Leak 1. Start up the Gas Tracer as described above in “Turning On the Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode” on page 96. 2. Move the probe tip or tapered nozzle tip back and forth along the area where a leak is suspected.

  • Page 104: Overscale Conditions

    Turning the Alarm On and Off in Leak Check Mode The alarm buzzer can be turned off and on when the Gas Tracer is in Leak Check Mode. This setting only applies to Leak Check Mode and does not affect buzzer operation in Normal or Bar Hole Mode.

  • Page 105: Peak Hold Mode

    To enter Peak Hold Mode: 1. Turn the Gas Tracer on as described in “Turning On the Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode” on page 96. Select the desired display range. In the example below, 500 ppm has been selected.

  • Page 106: Snap Log Mode, Leak Check Mode Operation

    CO reading will not be saved in the snap log data. To enter Snap Log Mode and record snap log data: 1. Turn the Gas Tracer on as described in “Turning On the Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode” on page 96. Select the desired display range. In the example below, 500 ppm has been selected.
  • Page 107 To return to the Station ID Select Screen without taking a peak reading, press and release the RESET SILENCE button. 6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to take additional snap log data. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Leak Testing • 107...

  • Page 108: Viewing Snap Log Data In Leak Check Mode Operation

    Snap log data can be viewed while in Leak Check Mode. If snap log data was taken while in Normal Operation, that data will also appear. 1. Turn the Gas Tracer on as described in “Turning On the Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode” on page 96.
  • Page 109 LEAK CK MODE LEAK CK MODE 2012 Leak Check POWER Mode Operation ENTER Base Data 14:17 5000 M009 VALVE 3 (SHIFT) 2011 %LEL Normal POWER 22.0 Operation ENTER Data 22:39 M007 Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Leak Testing • 109...

  • Page 110: Turning Off The Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode

    6. To exit snap log data viewing and return to Leak Check Mode Operation, press and release the DISPLAY (ADJ) button. Turning Off the Gas Tracer, Leak Check Mode 1. Press and hold the POWER ENTER button. 2. The buzzer will pulse for about three seconds and TURN OFF will appear at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 111: Chapter 6: Maintenance Mode

    Chapter 6: Maintenance Mode Overview This chapter describes the Gas Tracer in Maintenance Mode. In Maintenance Mode, you can: • update the date and time • perform a fresh air adjust • perform an auto calibration • perform a single calibration •...

  • Page 112: Tips For Using Maintenance Mode

    Maintenance Mode. Although it will respond to gas in parts of AUTO CAL and ONE CAL, there are no alarm indications. 1. Take the Gas Tracer to a non-hazardous location, and turn it off if it is on. 2. Press and hold the AIR and (SHIFT) buttons, then press and hold the POWER ENTER button.

  • Page 113: Updating The Date And Time Settings

    Press and release the POWER ENTER button. The date and time will be displayed with the year flashing. MAINTENANCE 2011 22:37 DATE 2. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to display the desired year. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 113...

  • Page 114: Performing A Fresh Air Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE %LEL 20.9 PUSH AIR 4. Hold down the AIR button. The unit will prompt you to continue holding the AIR button. MAINTENANCE HOLD AIR 114 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 115: Calibrating Using Auto Calibration

    2. Install the demand flow regulator onto the calibration cylinder. 3. Connect the sample tubing to the demand flow regulator. 4. Install the hose and probe to the Gas Tracer. 5. You may only calibrate either the standard 3 sensors or the % volume combustible gas sensor at a time.
  • Page 116 14. Repeat steps 10 through 13 to set the correct values for any additional sensors. 15. After the last calibration value is set, use the AIR button to scroll to ESCAPE and press POWER ENTER to return to the calibration gas values screens. 116 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 117 If any of the sensors cannot calibrate to the proper value, FAIL displays along the bottom of the screen and the Gas Tracer lists the sensor(s) that failed to calibrate. In the example below, the OXY channel failed calibration. The other sensors calibrated normally.

  • Page 118: Calibration Using Single Calibration

    For example, if you are calibrating the combustible gas channel, your calibration cylinder should have a combustible gas concentration between 10% LEL and 50% LEL. For the oxygen channel, RKI Instruments, Inc. recommends using 100% nitrogen to perform the adjustment but any concentration between 0% oxygen (100% nitrogen) and 17% oxygen can be used to make the adjustment.
  • Page 119 If the reading already matches the concentration listed on the calibration cylinder, press and release the AIR button then press and release the (SHIFT) button so that the instrument sees a change and resets the calibration date. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 119...

  • Page 120: Performing A Bump Test

    See “Turning the Bump Test Function On or Off” on page 143 for instructions. NOTE: The Gas Tracer uses parameters defined in the BUMP--SET menu item of Maintenance Mode while performing a bump test. To view or update these parameters, see “Updating the Bump Test Parameters” on page 145.
  • Page 121 2. Install the demand flow regulator onto the calibration cylinder. 3. Connect the sample tubing to the demand flow regulator. 4. Install the hose and probe to the Gas Tracer. 5. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to display the BUMP menu item.
  • Page 122 If one or more sensors fail the bump test, see “Troubleshooting” on page 159 to investigate the cause of the failure and replace the failed sensor or sensors if necessary. • Disconnect the tubing from the probe. 122 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 123 AIR or (SHIFT) button. MAINTENANCE %LEL 12.0 BUMP • To return to the main menu, press POWER ENTER. MAINTENANCE BUMP • Disconnect the tubing from the probe. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 123...
  • Page 124 Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to scroll between the calibration/bump test results, the bump test gas readings, and the calibration gas reading. MAINTENANCE %LEL BUMP/CAL MAINTENANCE %LEL 12.0 BUMP/ 124 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 125: Calibrating And Bump Testing The Ppm Combustible Sensor

    15. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor The PPM sensor in the Gas Tracer needs to be calibrated and bump tested separately. It cannot be calibrated using the AUTO CAL or ONE CAL menu items in the main menu or bump tested using the BUMP menu item in the main menu.
  • Page 126 MAINTENANCE AIR CAL 2. Be sure the Gas Tracer is in a fresh air environment. 3. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to enter the AIR CAL menu item. The unit will display the current fresh air reading and prompt you to push the button.
  • Page 127 1. Install the demand flow regulator onto the calibration cylinder. 2. Connect the humidifier to the demand flow regulator. 3. Install the hose and probe to the Gas Tracer. 4. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to display the AUTO CAL menu item.
  • Page 128 DISPLAY (ADJ) button. MAINTENANCE AUTO CAL 13. Connect the humidifier from the demand flow regulator to the rigid tube on the probe. Allow the gas to flow for two minutes. 128 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 129 If the ppm sensor passed calibration, PASS displays along the bottom of the screen, then the AUTO CAL menu item displays. If the ppm sensor cannot calibrate to the proper value, FAIL displays along the bottom of the screen and the Gas Tracer indicates that the ppm sensor failed to calibrate. MAINTENANCE FAIL The buzzer and alarm lights activate.
  • Page 130 POWER ENTER button to return to the PPM CAL menu in Calibration Mode. 13. Use the (SHIFT) button to navigate to the NORMAL menu item, then press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. 130 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 131 See “Turning the Bump Test Function On or Off” on page 143 for instructions. NOTE: The Gas Tracer uses parameters defined in the BUMP--SET menu item of Maintenance Mode while performing a bump test. To view or update these parameters, see “Updating the Bump Test Parameters” on page 145.
  • Page 132 NOTE: Grasp the humidifier tube assembly by the clear tubing at the end, not the humidifier tube itself. 9. When AUTO CAL in the BUMP--SET menu item in Maintenance Mode is set to ON: 132 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 133 To return to the BUMP screen in PPM CAL, press POWER ENTER. MAINTENANCE BUMP • Disconnect the humidifier from the probe. NOTE: Grasp the humidifier tube assembly by the clear tubing at the end, not the humidifier tube itself. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 133...
  • Page 134 Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to scroll between the calibration/bump test results, the bump test gas reading, and the calibration gas reading. MAINTENANCE BUMP/CAL MAINTENANCE BUMP/ 134 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 135 POWER ENTER button to return to the PPM CAL menu in Calibration Mode. 12. Use the (SHIFT) button to navigate to the NORMAL menu item, then press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 135...

  • Page 136: Turning The Lunch Break Setting On Or Off

    With LNCH BRK set to ON, the Resume Measurements Screen displays during startup. From this screen, you can choose to continue accumulating TWA and PEAK readings and the time in operation from the last time the Gas Tracer was used or start collecting new readings and reset the time in operation.

  • Page 137: Updating The Alarm Latching Settings

    With ALM SLNC set to ON (factory setting), pressing and releasing the RESET SILENCE button silences the buzzer when the Gas Tracer is in alarm. The LEDs continue to flash and the display continues to show the alarm. If the alarms are set up as latching, when the gas concentration falls below the alarm level, pressing and releasing RESET SILENCE button clears all alarm indications for that alarm.

  • Page 138: Updating The Data Logging Interval

    Updating the Data Log Interval Setting This setting indicates how often the Gas Tracer saves readings to the data logger. The following interval times can be selected: 6 minutes, 5 minutes, 3 minutes, 1 minute, 30 seconds, 20 seconds, or 10 seconds. The factory setting is 5 minutes (300 seconds).

  • Page 139: Updating The Alarm Point Settings

    Updating the Alarm Point Settings The ALARM--P menu item allows you to update one or more warning, alarm, STEL, and TWA (for CO) settings (the reading at which the Gas Tracer recognizes these conditions). Table 7: Factory Set Alarm Points...
  • Page 140 7. Press POWER ENTER to save the setting. The unit will direct you back to the Alarm Points Screen where you can use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to select the oxygen channel. MAINTENANCE - - - ALARM--P Press POWER ENTER. 140 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 141 12. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to change the setting and press POWER ENTER when finished to save the setting. You will then be asked to enter a TWA value. MAINTENANCE Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 141...

  • Page 142: Turning The Clear Data Logger Screen On Or Off

    3. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to display the desired setting. 4. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to save the setting and return to the main menu. 142 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 143: Turning The Bump Test Function On Or Off

    3. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to display the desired setting. 4. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to save the setting and return to the main menu. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 143...

  • Page 144: Turning The Pump Off Screen On Or Off

    Pump Off Screen does not appear in Display Mode and the user cannot turn the pump off. WARNING: The Gas Tracer is not a gas monitoring device if the pump is turned off. 1. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to display the POFF DSP menu item.

  • Page 145: Updating The Bump Test Parameters

    5. To update the CAL TIME, use the (SHIFT) button to scroll to the CAL TIME value. The factory setting is 90 seconds. This is the length of time the instrument will remain exposed to calibration gas after a failed bump test if Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 145...

  • Page 146: Updating The Confirmation Beep Setting

    For example, if the CAL TIME is set to 90 seconds and the GAS TIME is set to 30 seconds, if the bump test fails, the Gas Tracer will only be exposed to gas for an additional 60 seconds. With the cursor next to the cal time value and CAL TIME displayed along the bottom of the screen, press and release the POWER ENTER button.

  • Page 147: Updating The Datalog Overwrite Setting

    With OVER WRT set to ON (factory setting), the Gas Tracer writes over the oldest data with new data when the data logger memory is full. With OVER WRT set to OFF, the Gas Tracer stops saving data to the data logger when the data logger memory is full.

  • Page 148: Updating The Calibration Reminder Setting

    RESET SILENCE button to continue. With CL EXPRD set to NOT USE, if the unit is due for calibration the Gas Tracer will give an indication at start up that calibration is due and the unit cannot be used until it is calibrated.

  • Page 149: Updating The Calibration Check Setting

    1. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to display the BP INTVL menu item. Press and release the POWER ENTER button. The screen indicates the current setting. MAINTENANCE BP INTVL Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 149...

  • Page 150: Updating The Bump Test Reminder Setting

    SILENCE button to continue. With BP EXPRD set to NOT USE, if the unit is due for a bump test the Gas Tracer will give an indication at start up that the bump test is due and the unit cannot be used until it is bump tested.

  • Page 151: Updating The Bump Test Check Setting

    2. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to display the desired setting. 3. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to save the setting and return to the main menu. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 151...

  • Page 152: Turning The Id Display Function On Or Off

    2. Use the AIR and (SHIFT) buttons to display the desired setting. 3. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to save the setting and return to the main menu. 152 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 153: Updating The Autozero Function

    Updating the Autozero Function With AUTO.ZERO turned ON, the Gas Tracer will automatically perform a fresh air adjust when it is turned on. With AUTO.ZERO function turned OFF (factory setting), this does not occur. WARNING: If you turn on the autozero function, you must ensure that the unit is in a fresh air environment when it is turned on.

  • Page 154: Updating The Leak Check/Bar Hole Mode Setting

    Normal Mode and Leak Check Mode when the Gas Tracer is turned on. With L./B. MODE set to LC bH, you will be prompted to choose between Normal Mode, Bar Hole Mode, and Leak Check Mode when the Gas Tracer is turned on. 1. Use the AIR or (SHIFT) buttons to display the L./B.

  • Page 155: Updating The Bar Hole Sampling Time

    Updating the Bar Hole Sampling Time The Bar Hole Sampling Time is the amount of time that the Gas Tracer samples a bar hole when being used in Bar Hole Mode. The 3 selections are 30, 45, and 60 seconds. The factory setting is 30 seconds.

  • Page 156: Viewing The Rom/Sum Information

    2. Press POWER ENTER again to return to the ROM/SUM menu screen. Turning the Password Function On or Off With PASSWORD set to ON, the Gas Tracer prompts you for a password when you enter Calibration Mode. With PASSWORD set to OFF (factory setting), no password is required to enter Calibration Mode.
  • Page 157 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to select the remaining characters. When you press and release the POWER ENTER button to enter the last number, the password is saved and you return to the main menu. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Using Maintenance Mode • 157...

  • Page 158: Performing A Low Flow Setpoint Adjustment

    (SHIFT) buttons to display the START menu item. Press and release the POWER ENTER button. 2. The unit will exit Maintenance Mode and begin its start up sequence. 158 • Using Maintenance Mode Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 159: Chapter 7: Maintenance

    Troubleshooting The troubleshooting table describes error messages, symptoms, probable causes, and recommended action for problems you may encounter with the Gas Tracer. Table 8: Troubleshooting the Gas Tracer Probable Symptoms...
  • Page 160 Table 8: Troubleshooting the Gas Tracer Probable Symptoms Recommended Action Causes • Display indicates • An internal clock 1. Enter normal operation by pressing and releasing the “FAIL CLOCK” failure has RESET SILENCE button to during startup. occurred use the unit temporarily.
  • Page 161 Table 8: Troubleshooting the Gas Tracer Probable Symptoms Recommended Action Causes • Auto calibration • The auto 1. Check all calibration tubing for leaks or for any bad fails or unable to calibration values connections. set the response may not match 2.

  • Page 162: Replacing Or Recharging The Batteries

    Figure 19: Installing the Alkaline Batteries 5. Reinstall the battery cover and turn the battery cover release knob clockwise to lock the cover in place. 162 • Replacing or Recharging the Batteries Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Ver-...

  • Page 163: Replacing The Lithium Ion Battery Pack

    1. Turn off the Gas Tracer. WARNING: Do not remove the battery pack while the Gas Tracer is on. 2. Push the latch on the bottom of the Gas Tracer toward the front of the instrument to release the battery pack. Slide Latch This Way Figure 20: Releasing the Battery Pack 3.

  • Page 164: Recharging The Lithium Ion Battery Pack In The Instrument

    3. If using an AC powered charging station, plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. AC Power Supply Power Supply Jack To AC Outlet Charge LED AC Powered Charging Station Figure 22: Connecting the Charging Station’s AC Adapter 164 • Replacing or Recharging the Batteries Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Ver-...
  • Page 165 One adapter will not operate more than one charging station. 4. Place the Gas Tracer into the battery charging station as shown in Figure 24 below so that the metal contacts on the back of the unit come into contact with the metal contacts on the back of the holder in the charging station.
  • Page 166 5. When a full charge has been reached, approximately 4 hours, the red LED on the charging station will turn off. Remove the Gas Tracer from the charging station and unplug the charging station’s power cord from the AC outlet.

  • Page 167: Recharging The Lithium Ion Battery Pack Out Of The Instrument

    The lithium ion battery pack may be charged using the charging station while it is out of the Gas Tracer. This is useful if spare battery packs are kept in case the pack in the Gas Tracer needs to be charged, but the unit must be used immediately. In this case, a spare charged pack can be installed in the Gas Tracer and the dead pack charged in the charging station.
  • Page 168 The construction of the charging stations allows them to be chained together but a separate adapter must be used for each charging station. One adapter will not operate more than one charging station. 168 • Replacing or Recharging the Batteries Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Ver-...

  • Page 169: Replacing The Lel And Co Filters

    S filter disk will have to be replaced more frequently. 1. Verify that the Gas Tracer is off. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws holding the belt clip to the back side of the instrument. Two of these screws also secure the flow chamber.

  • Page 170: Replacing A Sensor

    9. Place the belt clip into position and tighten the three screws retaining it. Replacing a Sensor 1. Verify that the Gas Tracer is off. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws holding the belt clip to the back side of the instrument.
  • Page 171 11. Tighten the top screw of the flow chamber completely. 12. Place the belt clip into position and tighten the three screws retaining it. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Replacing a Sensor • 171...

  • Page 172: Replacing The Hydrophobic Disk Filter, Cotton Filter

    13. Start up the Gas Tracer by pressing and briefly holding the POWER ENTER button. 14. Calibrate the new sensor as described in “Calibration Mode” on page 62. Replacing the Hydrophobic Disk Filter, Cotton Filter, and Wire Mesh Disk 1. Verify that the Gas Tracer is off.

  • Page 173: Parts List

    Push the filter holder into the case and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise until it snaps into place. Parts List Table 9 lists part numbers for the Gas Tracer’s replacement parts and accessories. Table 9: Parts List Part Number...
  • Page 174 Calibration kit, ppm only, includes 34 liter 500 ppm CH in air cylinder, demand flow regulator, case, and tubing 81-GT64-DLV Calibration kit, for standard Gas Tracer (ppm/LEL/Oxy/CO), includes 34 liter 500 ppm CH in air cylinder, 34 liter 3-gas cylinder (CH CO), demand flow regulator, case, and tubing...
  • Page 175 (cylinders with external threads) ES-1821 Carbon monoxide sensor ES-1827i Hydrogen sulfide sensor NC-6264B % LEL combustibles sensor OS-BM2 Oxygen sensor SH-8641 PPM combustible sensor, catalytic/MOS type TE-7561 TC %volume combustibles sensor Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Parts List • 175...

  • Page 176: Appendix A: Calibrating With A Sample Bag

    Appendix A describes how to use a sample bag calibration kit to calibrate and bump test the Gas Tracer. A parts list at the end of this appendix lists spare parts for the calibration kit.

  • Page 177: Preparing For Calibration Or Bump Test

    Normal Operation Fresh Air Adjustment Whether you will perform an auto calibration, a single calibration, or a bump test on the Gas Tracer, you will need to set the fresh air readings first before setting the span readings for each gas.

  • Page 178: Filling The Gas Bag

    The Gas Tracer will count down from 8 as it sets the fresh air reading for all channels. If the combustible channel is set as %LEL only or vol% only, there is no countdown period.

  • Page 179: Calibrating The Gas Tracer

    MAINTENANCE will appear along the top of the screen once you have entered Calibration Mode. The first item in the calibration menu, AIR CAL, displays. NOTE: The following screens illustrate a three-gas Gas Tracer with a %LEL and a %volume combustible sensor as examples only. Your Gas Tracer may display slightly different screens.

  • Page 180: Calibrating With The Auto Calibration Method

    If all concentrations match, go to step 13. If one or more concentrations do not match, continue with step 6. 180 • Calibrating the Gas Tracer Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 181 ESCAPE and press POWER ENTER to return to the calibration gas values screens. NOTE: The RKI Three Gas Cylinder typically contains 12% O by volume. Be sure to set the “OXY” reading to agree with the concentration listed on the cylinder’s label, not zero.

  • Page 182: Calibrating With The Single Calibration Method

    If any of the sensors cannot calibrate to the proper value, FAIL displays along the bottom of the screen and the Gas Tracer lists the sensor(s) that failed to calibrate. In the example below, the OXY channel failed calibration. The other sensors calibrated normally.
  • Page 183 (in this example the combustible gas % LEL sensor). If you have a 5 sensor unit, the %vol sensor will be one of the choices. It is shown below. MAINTENANCE vol% - - - ONE CAL Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibrating the Gas Tracer • 183...
  • Page 184 14. With the ONE CAL menu option displayed, press the (SHIFT) button until the NORMAL menu option is displayed. 15. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. 184 • Calibrating the Gas Tracer Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 185: Bump Testing

    See “Turning the Bump Test Function On or Off” on page 143 for instructions. NOTE: The Gas Tracer uses parameters defined in the BUMP--SET menu item of Maintenance Mode while performing a bump test. To view or update these parameters, see “Updating the Bump Test Parameters” on page 145.
  • Page 186 7. Open the hose clamp and connect the tubing from the filled gas bag to the rigid tube on the probe and quickly press and release the POWER ENTER button. The unit will begin counting down from 30. 186 • Bump Testing Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 187 MAINTENANCE BUMP See “Troubleshooting” on page 159 to investigate the cause of the failure and replace the failed sensor or sensors if necessary. • Disconnect the tubing from the probe. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Bump Testing • 187...
  • Page 188 AIR or (SHIFT) button. MAINTENANCE %LEL 12.0 BUMP • To return to the BUMP screen in Calibration Mode, press POWER ENTER. MAINTENANCE BUMP • Disconnect the tubing from the probe. 188 • Bump Testing Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...
  • Page 189 Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to scroll between the calibration/bump test results, the bump test gas readings, and the calibration gas readings. MAINTENANCE %LEL BUMP/CAL MAINTENANCE %LEL 12.0 BUMP/ Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Bump Testing • 189...
  • Page 190 10. With the BUMP menu option displayed, press the (SHIFT) button until the NORMAL menu option is displayed. 11. Press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. 190 • Bump Testing Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

  • Page 191: Calibrating And Bump Testing The Ppm Combustible Sensor

    Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor The PPM sensor in the Gas Tracer needs to be calibrated and bump tested separately. It cannot be calibrated using the AUTO CAL or ONE CAL menu items in the main menu or bump tested using the BUMP menu item in the main menu.

  • Page 192: Performing A Fresh Air Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE PUSH AIR 3. Be sure the Gas Tracer is in a fresh air environment. 4. Allow the instrument to draw fresh air for 2 minutes. 192 • Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor Gas Tracer Op-...

  • Page 193: Performing An Auto Calibration

    5. The gas concentration displayed in the calibration value screen must match the gas concentration listed on the calibration cylinder. If the concentration matches, go to step 11. If the concentration does not match, continue with step Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Com-...
  • Page 194 DISPLAY (ADJ) button. MAINTENANCE AUTO CAL 12. Connect the humidifier from the gas bag to the rigid tube on the probe. Allow the gas to flow for two minutes. 194 • Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor Gas Tracer Op-...

  • Page 195: Performing A Single Calibration

    If the ppm sensor passed calibration, PASS displays along the bottom of the screen, then the AUTO CAL menu item displays. If the ppm sensor cannot calibrate to the proper value, FAIL displays along the bottom of the screen and the Gas Tracer indicates that the ppm sensor failed to calibrate. MAINTENANCE FAIL The buzzer and alarm lights activate.
  • Page 196 Calibration Mode. 11. Use the (SHIFT) button to navigate to the NORMAL menu item, then press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. 196 • Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor Gas Tracer Op-...

  • Page 197: Performing A Bump Test

    6. Connect the humidifier from the gas bag to the rigid tube on the probe and quickly press and release the POWER ENTER button. The unit will begin counting down from 30. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Com-...
  • Page 198 • Disconnect the humidifier from the probe. NOTE: Grasp the humidifier tube assembly by the clear tubing at the end, not the humidifier tube itself. 198 • Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor Gas Tracer Op-...
  • Page 199 MAINTENANCE BUMP • Disconnect the humidifier from the probe. NOTE: Grasp the humidifier tube assembly by the clear tubing at the end, not the humidifier tube itself. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Com-...
  • Page 200 Use the AIR or (SHIFT) button to scroll between the calibration/bump test results, the bump test gas reading, and the calibration gas reading. MAINTENANCE BUMP/CAL MAINTENANCE BUMP/ 200 • Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Combustible Sensor Gas Tracer Op-...
  • Page 201 Calibration Mode. 10. Use the (SHIFT) button to navigate to the NORMAL menu item, then press and release the POWER ENTER button to return to Measuring Mode. Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version Calibrating and Bump Testing the PPM Com-...

  • Page 202: Parts List

    Gas bag with clamp and hose barb, 9” x 9”, 2 liter 81-GX03CO-LV Calibration kit with sample bag, for LEL/Oxy/CO unit, 34 liter steel 81-GX03VCO-LV Calibration kit with sample bag, for %VOL(CH4)/LEL/Oxy/CO unit, 34 liter steel 202 • Parts List Gas Tracer Operator’s Manual, CSA Version...

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