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RP-2009 Pump for the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0267RK Revision: P4 Released: 10/26/18 www.rkiinstruments.com...
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Product Warranty RKI Instruments, Inc. warranties gas alarm equipment sold by us to be free from defects in materials, workmanship, and performance for a period of one year from date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. Any parts found defective within that period will be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge.
To prevent ignition of a hazardous atmosphere, batteries must only be changed in an area known to be nonhazardous. Not tested in oxygen enriched atmospheres (above 21%). CAUTION: Read and understand the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual before using the RP-2009. RP-2009 Pump for the GX-2009...
Overview This manual describes the RP-2009 pump. This manual also describes how to operate the RP-2009 with the GX-2009 and how to maintain the RP-2009. A parts list at the end of this manual lists replacement parts and accessories for the RP-2009.
Description The RP-2009 pump is a sample drawing accessory for the GX-2009 Gas Monitor. It consists of the pump unit and the rubber sample nipple. Sensor Adapter Power LED Buzzer O pening Low Flow LED Instrument Power Button Filter Holder...
The pump unit is configured to mate with the sensor face of the GX-2009. Retaining tabs on the top of the RP-2009 snap onto the sensor face of the GX-2009. The GX-2009 must be installed so the front of the instrument is facing the front of the RP-2009.
1. Start up the GX-2009 and enter normal operation as described in the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual. 2. Push down on the RP-2009’s battery cap and rotate it 1/8 turn counterclockwise so that the indicator tab on the battery cap is next to “RELEASE”.
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GX-2009. Be sure that the RP-2009 is fully engaged on the instrument. When fully engaged, the GX-2009 should not move around at all. CAUTION: If the RP-2009 is not fully engaged, the unit will not respond to the target gases properly. GX-2009...
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5. Secure the GX-2009 in the RP-2009 by pushing down on the battery cap and rotating it an 1/8 turn clockwise so that the indicator tab on the battery cap is next to “LOCK”. Indicator Tab PUSH "LOCK" Figure 4: Locking the Battery Cap 6.
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12. Remove the RP-2009/GX-2009 assembly from your belt or clothing. 13. Turn off the RP-2009 by pressing and holding the POWER button until the RP-2009 sounds a long beep and the power indicator LED turns off, about 3 seconds.
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15. To remove the GX-2009 from the RP-2009, push down on the battery cap and rotate it an 1/8 turn counterclockwise so that the indicator tab on the battery cap is next to “RELEASE”. Indicator Tab "RELEASE" Figure 6: Releasing the Battery Cap WARNING:Do not remove the GX-2009 from the RP-2009 without rotating the battery cap to “RELEASE”.
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16. Press the bottom of the release tab toward the pump unit and pull up on the GX-2009. GX-2009 POWER MODE Release Tab %LEL Indicator Tab OPEN RELE ASE POWER LOW FLOW RESET POWER RP-2009 LOCK Figure 7: GX-2009 Removal RP-2009 Pump for the GX-2009...
Alarms The table below outlines the alarms that may occur on the RP-2009. Visual Audible Other Recommended Alarm Type Indications Indications Indications Action Low Battery POWER none none Replace the battery. LED flashing Dead Battery POWER constant none Replace the battery.
Figure 8: Changing the Hydrophobic & Wire Mesh Filters 5. Remove the old hydrophobic filters and/or wire mesh disk from the gasket. A hydrophobic filter is located on either side of the wire mesh disk. RP-2009 Pump for the GX-2009...
Wire mesh disk filter 49-1120RK AA alkaline battery 80-0009RK-XX Sample hose (optional). Replace “XX” with length in feet. Available lengths for the RP-2009 are 10, 15, 20, 25, & 30 feet. 80-0150RK Sample probe with dust filter (optional) RP-2009 Pump for the GX-2009...
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