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- Page 1 Operating Manual ALTAIR PRO Single Gas Detector Order No.: 10079352/01 FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Contents Safety Regulations ....................6 1.1. Correct Use ....................6 1.2. Liability Information ..................6 1.3. Safety and Precautionary Measures to be Adopted ........7 Description......................8 2.1. Instrument Overview .................. 8 2.2. On-Screen Indicators ................10 2.3. Monitoring Toxic Gases................12 2.4. - Page 3 CONTENTS Technical Specifications/Certifications............40 5.1. Technical Specifications................40 5.2. Certifications .................... 42 5.3. Test Gases Table ..................43 5.4. Oxygen Typical Performance Specifications ..........43 5.5. Toxic Performance Specifications ............43 5.6. Data Logging Specifications ..............45 Order Information ....................46 FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it...
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Page 4: Safety Regulations
Alternative use, or use outside this specification, will be considered as non- compliance. This also applies especially to unauthorised alterations to the apparatus and to commissioning work that has not been carried out by MSA or authorised persons. 1.2. -
Page 5: Safety And Precautionary Measures To Be Adopted
SAFETY REGULATIONS 1.3. Safety and Precautionary Measures to be Adopted Attention! The following safety instructions must be observed implicitly. Only in this way can the safety and health of the individual operators, and the correct functioning of the instrument, be guaranteed. Use instrument only for stipulated gases The ALTAIR PRO is used for monitoring and detecting gases in the ambient air. -
Page 6: Description
DESCRIPTION Description 2.1. Instrument Overview Fig. 1 Instrument view Alarm LED Button Infrared port Display with backlight Sensor cover Stipulated gas type Acoustic alarm transmitter The instrument is a portable gas meter for monitoring gases in the ambient air and in the workplace. The instrument is available in three models: for monitoring oxygen for monitoring hydrogen sulphide and... - Page 7 The response levels for the individual gases are set at the factory and cannot be changed during operation. After commissioning the instrument, changes are ® ™ possible only with the MSA FiveStar Link Software version 4.4 or higher (available as option;...
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Page 8: On-Screen Indicators
DESCRIPTION 2.2. On-Screen Indicators Fig. 2 Display Self-test in progress Bump check indicator Hour glass Confidence indicator Alarm indicator Battery life indicator Numeric indicator Gas concentration units Battery Life Indicator Attention! If an alarm is triggered while using the instrument as a monitor, leave the area immediately. - Page 9 DESCRIPTION Battery Warning A battery warning indicates that a nominal two days of operation remain before the instrument's battery is depleted. The duration of remaining instrument operation during battery warning depends on ambient temperature (colder temperatures may reduce battery life) and the number and duration of alarms during battery warning.
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Page 10: Monitoring Toxic Gases
DESCRIPTION Confidence indicator The Confidence indicator flashes once every 60 seconds to notify the user that the instrument is ON and operating normally. In addition, both LEDs will flash briefly every 60 seconds. Backlight The backlight can be manually activated with a quick push of the button. The backlight remains ON for 10 seconds. -
Page 11: Monitoring The Oxygen Concentration
DESCRIPTION The backlight turns ON for 20 seconds during an alarm condition. If the gas concentration reaches or exceeds the alarm setpoint the instrument will ALARM display and flash " " or " " and " " and enter an alarm sequence. For more and detailed information Section 3.3. -
Page 12: Duration Of Use Of The Instrument
DESCRIPTION 2.5. Duration of Use of the Instrument Normal Operation The instrument is ready for operation as long as the battery warning indicator (Pos. 6 in Fig. 2) does not display and the self-test is successful. Weakening Battery A weakening battery is indicated by the flashing battery warning indicator and the remaining operation time indicator going off. -
Page 13: Operation
(3) Turn instrument ON. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds. displays during this time period. The Steel Mill version cannot be turned OFF without removing the battery ® ™ or using MSA FiveStar Link Software. ALARM " ", "... - Page 14 OPERATION ALARM High Alarm Setpoint for three seconds, " " and " " icons turn ON. ALARM (8) To change the high alarm (HI), press the button when " " and " " displays. ALARM " ", " ", " "...
- Page 15 OPERATION Fig. 3 ALTAIR PRO Setup FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it...
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Page 16: Turning On The Instrument
During the display of corresponding setpoints can still be changed ( Fig. 4). ® ™ CAL DUE (2) If Calibration Due ( ) is enabled via MSA FiveStar Link Software (default is " " and the hourglass display. If calibration is due, "... - Page 17 OPERATION When performing a fresh air setup, the instrument must be in a known clean air. The fresh air setup has limits. FAS/ERR If a hazardous level of gas is present, the instrument displays " ". Press the button to acknowledge the error and perform an instrument calibration.
- Page 18 OPERATION Fig. 4 Turning ON the instrument FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it...
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Page 19: Toxic Gas Measurements
OPERATION 3.3. Toxic Gas Measurements The ALTAIR PRO can be purchased to detect the following gases in the atmosphere: Carbon Monoxide (CO) Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) Ammonia (NH3) Phosphine (PH3) Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) Chlorine (Cl2) Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2). - Page 20 OPERATION High Alarm If the gas concentration reaches or exceeds the high alarm setpoint the instrument will: ALARM display and flash " " and " " enter a high alarm sequence. The high alarm can be silenced for five seconds by pressing the button while it is still in high alarm.
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Page 21: Oxygen Measurements
OPERATION 3.4. Oxygen Measurements The ALTAIR PRO Detector can be purchased to measure the concentration of oxygen in an atmosphere. The value displayed is percent by volume of oxygen in the atmosphere. High and low alarm setpoints can be configured to alarm in any combination of oxygen: enrichment (greater than 20.8%) or depletion (less than 20.8%). -
Page 22: Displaying The Instrument Data - Excluding The Steel Mill Version
OPERATION 3.5. Displaying the Instrument Data - excluding the Steel Mill Version A single, quick press on the button turn ON the backlight for 10 seconds. The Information page can be accessed by pushing the button for about one second. The instrument beeps twice. -
Page 23: Displaying The Instrument Data - Steel Mill Version Only
OPERATION IR mode When instrument displays "IR?", press the button to enter IR mode. If IR communications are not detected for three minutes or the button is pressed, the instrument will exit this mode ( Fig. 5 for additional details). 3.6. -
Page 24: Turning Off The Instrument
The instrument turns OFF. The Steel Mill version can not be turned OFF without either removing ® ™ the battery or using MSA FiveStar Link Software. FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it... - Page 25 OPERATION Fig. 5 Displaying instrument data (does not apply to the Steel Mill Version) FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it...
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Page 26: Data Logging
Events will be transferred to the PC during this sequence, if: - the top of the instrument is pointed toward the optional IR Receiving device ® ™ - a PC is running MSA FiveStar Link Software ® ™ - "CONNECT" button is pressed in the PC FiveStar Link Software. -
Page 27: Function Tests On The Instrument
OPERATION 3.9. Function Tests on the Instrument Checking the Confidence indicator The alarm LEDs and the Confidence indicator in the display must flash every 60 seconds after starting the instrument. This indicates the instrument is operating correctly Alarm Test The alarm test must be conducted before each use. It is part of the self-test. - Page 28 OPERATION If the " " does not appear and " " is displayed, check: whether the sensor is dirty, whether the correct test gas was used, whether the test gas cylinder is empty or the date has expired, whether the test gas was fed in at the right moment, whether the test gas hose was connected to the sensor.
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Page 29: 3.10. Calibrating The Instrument
3.10. Calibrating the Instrument The ALTAIR PRO must be calibrated if it does not pass a bump-test. Under normal circumstances MSA recommends calibration at least every six months, however, many European countries have their own guidelines. Please check your local legislation. - Page 30 OPERATION Carry out the calibration as follows (also see Fig. 7and Fig. 8): (1) Press the button. TEST " " " " " " is displayed. (2) Press and hold the button for 3 seconds. TEST " " " " is displayed. After 3 seconds, "...
- Page 31 * The O bump test can also be performed by exhaling on the sensor inlet for approximately three to five seconds. ** MSA recommends calibration of the ClO ALTAIR PRO Detector using a ClO generator for most accurate calibration. This instrument has a cross-sensitivity factor to Cl 2 ppm Cl equals approximately 0.8 ppm ClO...
- Page 32 OPERATION Fig. 7 Calibration - Toxic gases FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it...
- Page 33 OPERATION Calibration - Oxygen Attention! The instrument must be calibrated if, during operation, a value different from 20.8% oxygen in the ambient air is displayed. In the event of extreme changes in the air pressure or the atmospheric temperature, false alarms can be created. Therefore, calibrate the instrument under the conditions of use.
- Page 34 OPERATION Fig. 8 Calibration – Oxygen FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it...
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Page 35: Maintenance
Low battery Replace battery does not turn *) If the error occurs during the warranty period, please contact the MSA customer service. Otherwise, the instrument must be put out of operation. FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it... -
Page 36: Replacing The Battery
MAINTENANCE 4.2. Replacing the Battery Fig. 9 Sensor and Battery Replacement Sensor Battery (1) Remove the four screws securing the case halves together. (2) Carefully remove the front cover to expose the battery. The circuit board will remain with the back half of the case. Do not touch the display connections (two blue connectors) (3) Remove the depleted battery and replace only with one specified in section 5.1. -
Page 37: Replacing The Sensor
MAINTENANCE 4.3. Replacing the Sensor Caution! Before handling the PC board, ensure you are properly grounded, otherwise, static charges from your body could damage the electronics. Such damage is not covered by the warranty. Grounding straps and kits are available from electronics suppliers. (1) Remove the four screws securing the case halves together. -
Page 38: Technical Specifications/Certifications
0.30 0.30 0.10 0.10 0.75 <15 ® Other setpoints available upon request or at any time via MSA FiveStar Link™ Software FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it... - Page 39 2 years from date the product is first used, provided it is maintained and used in accordance with MSA's instructions and / or recommendations. Warranty shall not exceed two years and six months from the date of manufacture.
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Page 40: Certifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS 5.2. Certifications European Community The product ALTAIR PRO complies with the following directives, standards or standardised documents: Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX) : FTZU 06 ATEX 0134 X II 2G EEx ia IIC T4 -20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +50 °C EN 50 014, EN 50 020 Directive 89/336/EC (EMC) EN 50 270 Type 2, EN 61 000-6-3... -
Page 41: Test Gases Table
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS 5.3. Test Gases Table Instrument version Test gas - Self-test Test gas - Calibration 60 ppm 60 ppm 40 ppm 40 ppm <19% 20.8% *) The self-test can also be conducted where the operator breathes out onto the sensor for about 3 - 5 seconds. - Page 42 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS Sensor (Sulfur Dioxide) Range 0-20.0 ppm Resolution 0.1 ppm Sensor (Nitrogen Dioxide) Range 0-20.0 ppm Resolution 0.1 ppm Sensor (Ammoniac) Range 0-100 ppm Resolution 1 ppm Sensor (Phosphine) Range 0-5.0 ppm Resolution 0.05 ppm Sensor HCN (Hydrogen Cyanide) Range 0-30.0 ppm Resolution...
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Page 43: Data Logging Specifications
5.6. Data Logging Specifications Session Number of shared 50 (most recent occurrences) datalog events Data transmission Via MSA infrared adapter on a PC using ® ™ method MSA FiveStar Link Software > version 4.4 Event log Alarm - Alarm Type - Alarm Value - Time/Date... -
Page 44: Order Information
10069894 Mobile phone-style clip 10041105 Key belt 10041107 ® ™ MSA FiveStar Link Software with IR (optional for event logging) 710946 FASIT Srl - Via Orsera 13/b - 34145 TRIESTE - ITALY - Tel +39 040 825604 - www.fasit.it info@fasit.it... - Page 45 ORDER INFORMATION Description Part No. Sensor, O 10046946 Sensor, CO, Steel Mill, H resistant 10074962 Sensor, CO 711302 Sensor, H 711303 Sensor HCN 10080220 Sensor Cl 10080221 Sensor SO 10080223 Sensor NO 10080224 Sensor NH 10080225 Sensor PH 10080226 Sensor ClO 10080222 Sensor gasket 10071375...
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