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  • Page 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Gas Detector Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty And Limitation Liability

    Limited Warranty and Limitation Liability BW Technologies 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Removal and Disposal of the Coin Cell....26 Sensor Poisons and Contaminants ......7 Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter ......28 Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR .......8 Replacing the Pump Filter (Generation 2 Pump only) 29 Display Elements ............. 9 Replacing the Pump Nozzle (Generation 2 Pump only) Button ..............

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The quick reference guide provides basic information to operate Use the detector only as specified in this quick reference guide the GasAlertMicro 5, GasAlertMicro 5 PID, and GasAlertMicro 5 and the user manual, otherwise the protection provided by the IR gas detectors. For complete operating instructions, refer to detector may be impaired.
  • Page 6 • Extended exposure of the GasAlertMicro 5, • Calibrate the detector before first-time use and then on GasAlertMicro 5 PID, or GasAlertMicro 5 IR to certain a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress exposure to poisons and contaminants.
  • Page 7 • Warning: Do not use any other lithium batteries that are not designed for use with the GasAlertMicro 5, • Products may contain materials that are regulated for GasAlertMicro5 PID, or GasAlertMicro5 IR detectors.

  • Page 8: Informations De Sécurité - À Lire Au Préalable

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Informations de sécurité – À lire au préalable • BW recommande de contrôler le capteur de gaz combustibles à l'aide d'une concentration connue de gaz d'étalonnage après toute exposition à des Utilisez le détecteur dans le seul but indiqué dans ce mémento contaminants/poisons (composés de soufre, vapeurs de...
  • Page 9 • L'exposition prolongée du GasAlertMicro 5, au méthane, à une concentration de 50 % de la LIE. Si la GasAlertMicro 5 PID ou GasAlertMicro 5 IR à certaines surveillance porte sur un autre gaz combustible dans la concentrations de gaz combustibles et d'air peut plage % LIE, étalonnez le capteur en utilisant le gaz...
  • Page 10 Quick Reference Guide • Avertissement : N'utilisez jamais d'autres piles au • Des concentrations élevées en certains gaz toxiques, tels lithium avec les détecteurs GasAlertMicro 5, que H S, peuvent avoir un effet néfaste sur le capteur GasAlertMicro5 PID ou GasAlertMicro5 IR Toute autre LIE.

  • Page 11: Sensor Poisons And Contaminants

    Caution • Citrus based silicone glass cleaners • Mold releasing agents cleaners Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell • Alcohol based recommended products and procedures: • Polishes cleaners • Use water based cleaners. • Hand sanitizers • Use non-alcohol based cleaners.

  • Page 12: Parts Of The Gasalertmicro 5/Pid/Ir

    Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Item Description Liquid crystal display (LCD) Pushbuttons Audible alarms Toxic 2 sensor Toxic 1/PID sensor (GasAlertMicro 5 PID), or Toxic 1/IR (CO ) sensor (GasAlertMicro 5 IR) Visual alarm indicators (LEDs) LEL sensor Oxygen sensor Pushbuttons...

  • Page 13: Display Elements

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Display Elements Display Elements Item Description Alarm condition Automatically span sensor Gas cylinder Gas identifier bars Battery life indicator Passcode lock Data transmission Clock Stealth mode Optional pump indicator Datalog card indicator (optional) Alarm condition (low, high, TWA, STEL, or...

  • Page 14: Button

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Button Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector Button Description • To activate the detector, press • To deactivate the detector, press and hold until the countdown is complete. • To increment the displayed value or scroll up, press •...

  • Page 15: Single Gas Calibration Cap

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector Single Gas Calibration Cap Connect the calibration hose to the gas cylinder and to the intake inlet on the cap. Caution If an O or ClO sensor is located in the Toxic 2 sensor position, a single gas calibration cap must be used to ensure accurate calibration.

  • Page 16: Pump

    (black) (black) use of the detector and contact BW Technologies by Honeywell immediately. • The detector prompts for a pump test during start-up • The pump module passes the pump test at start-up when the pump inlet or sample chain inlet is blocked •...

  • Page 17: Pump Features

    2 Pump only) on page Confined Space Sampling To replace the pump filter for the Generation 1 pump, refer to the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. The pump nozzle To measure hazardous gas in a confined space, refer to the cannot be replaced.

  • Page 18: Maximum Hose Length When Confined Space Sampling

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Warning Maximum Hose Length when Confined Space Sampling To measure hazardous gas in a confined space, the Maximum sample hose length is dependent on pump model, sample probe must be used with the pump module.

  • Page 19: Bump Test

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Bump Test Bump Test Note Only use the calibration cap for bump tests and A bump test is the process of applying a small amount of test calibrations. gas to force the detector into alarm. A bump test should be...

  • Page 20: Calibration

    If calibrating a GasAlertMicro 5 or - Exotics (NH , ClO , and CO GasAlertMicro 5 PID, proceed to step #4. - Single gases Step #3 for Micro 5 IR Only - Quad gases (H S, CO, O and LEL).
  • Page 21 The LCD displays the following options: For additional information about performing calibrations and - Press to set the calibration due bump tests, refer to the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. dates or press to bypass. 9. Press to change the calibration due date.

  • Page 22: Alarms

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Alarms backlight activates and the LCD displays the ambient gas readings. Refer to the following table for information about alarms and corresponding screens. During an alarm condition, the Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Low Alarm TWA Alarm •...
  • Page 23 GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Alarms Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Multi Alarm Over Limit (OL) Alarm • Alternating low and high alarm beep • Fast beep and flash and flash • L and target gas bar flash • L and target gas bars flash •...
  • Page 24 GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Confidence Beep Pump Alarm • One beep, one flash, and one • Screen flashes: vibration every 10 seconds - Pump flow change detected - Check for blocked inlet Note - or press...

  • Page 25: User Options Menu

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Options Menu User Options Menu Sensors: • a sensor (the Sens on (sensor enabled): Enables/disables To access the user options, press and hold G and H detector continues to operate if a sensor is disabled). simultaneously until the detector completes the countdown. To scroll through the options press G or H.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Contaminants on page and for alarm setpoint information refer to Alarm Setpoints in Calibration Procedure in the • Do not immerse the detector in liquids. GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. • Enter a compensation factor for Correction Factor (%): hydrocarbons other than methane. The factor can only be applied if the LEL sensor has been calibrated with methane (LEL only).

  • Page 27: Replacing Battery Cells And Packs

    • Warning: Do not use any other lithium batteries with the GasAlertMicro 5, GasAlertMicro 5 PID, and To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, adhere GasAlertMicro 5 IR detectors. Use of any other cell to the following battery cautions: can cause fire and/or explosion.

  • Page 28: Replacing Alkaline Batteries

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Replacing Alkaline Batteries To charge the rechargeable battery pack, refer to the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Battery Charger User Manual. Warning To replace the alkaline batteries, refer to the following Always deactivate the detector before removing the procedures and illustration.

  • Page 29: Replacing Lithium Battery Packs

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Replacing Battery Cells and Packs Replacing Lithium Battery Packs Press and hold C to deactivate the detector. Open the latch on the bottom of the detector. Warning Remove the battery pack by lifting the bottom of the Do not disassemble the lithium battery pack. Read and pack upward from the detector.

  • Page 30: Removal And Disposal Of The Coin Cell

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Removal and Disposal of the Coin Cell Item Description Diffusion cap Sensor filter Sensors Front shell Sensor board Back shell Machine screws (for diffusion cap) Battery pack Datalog card Machine screws (for rear shell)
  • Page 31 GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Replacing Battery Cells and Packs The detector contains a coin cell to power the real-tlime clock. Only a qualified technician should complete the following procedure. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector. Open the latch on the bottom of the detector.

  • Page 32: Replacing A Sensor Or Sensor Filter

    If the sensor is replaced with a different type of sensor (e.g. SO to an H S), the detector must be reconfigured. Refer to Sensors in the Tech Mode section of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. Activate the detector and then calibrate the new sensor(s). Refer to Calibration.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Pump Filter (Generation 2 Pump Only)

    Replacing the Pump Filter (Generation 2 Pump only) Note Item Description If replacing the pump filter on the Generation 1 pump, refer to the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. Sensor cover Deactivate the detector. Sensor filter Remove the filter window screw and the filter window.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Pump Nozzle (Generation 2 Pump Only)

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Specifications Replacing the Pump Nozzle (Generation 2 Pump only) Instrument dimensions: 14.5 x 7.4 x 3.8 cm (5.7 x 2.9 x 1.5 in.) Weight: 370 g (13.1 oz.) Operating and storage conditions: Operating Temperature: VOC: -10°C to +40°C (14°F to +104°F) Other gases: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
  • Page 35 IR: 0 - 50,000 ppm (50 ppm increments) or 0-5.0% v/v CO language selection, enable/disable automatic O calibration, set (Sensors not certified for use with the GasAlertMicro 5 IR: span concentration values, set STEL calculation period, set , HCN, NO...
  • Page 36 GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Approved for GasAlertMicro 5 IR Models: Delkin 128 MB Battery charger: GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR battery charger MMC, Delkin 128 MB SD card, Transcend 128 MB SD, and First-time charge: Lithium 6 hours 64 MB Unigen SD card...
  • Page 37 However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a GasAlertMicro 5 IR (Zone 1): particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful Approved by CSA to both U.S. and Canadian Standards interference to radio or television reception, which can be Standards: CAN/CSA C22.2 No.

  • Page 38: Information Required For European Regulations Compliance

    Approved batteries for GasAlertMicro 5, GasAlertMicro 5 concussion-proof boot (GA-BM5-1 if it is a diffusion unit, or PID, and GasAlertMicro 5 IR product: Lithium-ion polymer GA-BM5-2 if it is a pump unit). (M5-BAT08): as per standards EN 60079-11, EN 60079-0, Stealth mode: Stealth mode must be disabled.

  • Page 39: Tested Sensors

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Information Required for European Regulations Compliance Tested Sensors BW Part Number Sensor Type Manufacturer Description CO and H BW 4COSH3 City Technology Limited City 4COSH CiTicel® rev.03 BW 4P-90 (USP 5601693) City Technology Limited CiTipel® 4P-90 Oxygen O -A2 Oxygen Sensor Alphasense Ltd.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Quick Reference Guide Troubleshooting If a problem persists, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell. Problem Possible Cause Solution Startup Troubleshooting The detector does not activate. No batteries Refer to Replacing Alkaline Batteries on page 24 Replacing Lithium Battery Packs on page...
  • Page 41 Ensure that the sensors and battery pack are installed correctly and then reactivate the detector. If the fault persists, record the error message and contact BW Technologies by Honeywell. Detector Operation Troubleshooting Detector does not display normal Sensor not stabilized...
  • Page 42 MMC/SD Card Troubleshooting The MMC/SD card is not inserted. Insert the MMC/SD card. Refer to Inserting the MMC/SD Card in the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. The MMC/SD card that is inserted Insert an approved MMC/SD card: in the detector has a storage size •...
  • Page 43 MMC/SD Insert a new approved MMC or SD card. Refer to Inserting the MMC/ card. SD Card in the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR User Manual. Reformat the MMC or SD card in windows and then reinsert into the detector.
  • Page 44 Possible Cause Solution Automatic Deactivation Troubleshooting Detector automatically Automatic shutdown activated Refer to the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Charger Instruction Sheet. deactivates. because of weak batteries. Calibration is overdue and the Enter the password to enter calibration. Calibrate the sensor(s). Refer Due-lock (calibration user Calibration on page lock-out) option is enabled.
  • Page 45 The detector displays a clock General fault. Reactivate the detector. If the same error message displays, reset the error message using last clock in the user options menu. Reactivate the detector. recorded time. If the error message still displays, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

  • Page 46: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector, (with silicone protection filter) use only the specified replacement parts. SR-W04-UF Combustible (LEL) sensor To order parts or accessories, contact BW Technologies by (no silicone protection filter) Honeywell. SR-DUMM1 Dummy sensor 3-pin O or TwinTox Table 3.
  • Page 47 -10%, H S-40 ppm, CO-200 ppm) GA-AG-2 Alligator clip (stainless steel) CG-BUMP-H25 S bump test gas GA-CH-2 Chest harness GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Alkaline Battery Packs GA-ES-1 Extension strap M5-BAT0501 Alkaline battery pack (yellow) GA-HM5 Belt holster M5-BAT0502 Alkaline battery pack with European...
  • Page 48 50105442-036 EN-L English ©BW Technologies 2017. All rights reserved...

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