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Carbon Monoxide Analyzer Configuration and Operation Manual Instruction 0019-9370 Rev 1 October 2014 Product Leadership • Training • Service • Reliability GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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Product improvements and enhancements are continuous; therefore the specifications and information contained in this document may change without notice. Bacharach, Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
Overview 1.1. Introduction Thank you for investing in a Bacharach Monoxor Plus carbon monoxide (CO) analyzer. To assure proper use and operator safety, please read the contents of this manual for important information on the operation and maintenance of the analyzer.
Except for sensor and battery replacement, this analyzer should only be opened and/or serviced by authorized Bacharach personnel. Failure to comply may void the warranty. HAZARDOUS AREA WARNING: This instrument has not been designed to be intrinsically safe for use in areas classified as hazardous locations.
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Monoxor Plus Manual Overview The analyzer detects and displays the presence of CO by first drawing in a gas sample from the area being tested by the analyzer’s built-in motorized pump. The gas sample is next directed into a sensor chamber where the sample is analyzed for the presence of CO.
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Benefits include no downtime, self calibration, convenience, and cost savings. For additional information about the B-Smart® Calibration Program, contact Bacharach at 1-800-736-4666 or email Help@MyBacharach.com. A programmable inactivity timeout causes the analyzer to initiate shutdown mode if no key presses occur for the specified time period. If the analyzer...
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Monoxor Plus Manual Overview The instrument is supplied with the following components: • probe and hose assembly • four disposable “AA” alkaline batteries • hard carrying case • factory-calibrated and installed CO sensor. Depending on the model and kit, some or all of the following components are included: •...
Overview Monoxor Plus Manual 1.6. Features • Sensors (pp 9, 17, 18, 32, 42) Field-replaceable electrochemical sensor (B-Smart Temperature measurement using a Type K thermocouple (with probe assembly 19-7111) • Power (pp 10, 13) 4 AA alkaline batteries (included) 4 AA lithium batteries 4 AA rechargeable batteries (externally charged) Low battery warning...
Monoxor Plus Manual Overview 1.7. Monoxor Plus Sales Combinations Basic Kit Reporting Kit Components 0019-8117 0019-8118 Probe Batteries Temperature Manual B-Smart CO Sensor Hard Case Printer PC Software USB Cable 1.8. Specifications Response Measure Range Resolution Accuracy Time -ment (T90)
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Overview Monoxor Plus Manual Specification Description Temperature Storage: -20° to 50° C ( -4° to 122° F) 0° to 20° C (32° to 68° F ) optimal Operation: -5° to 45° C (23° to 113° F) Reference: 20° ± 2° C (68° ± 4° F) Humidity Storage: 15 to 90% RH, non-condensing...
Monoxor Plus Manual Setup Section 2. Setup 2.1. Connecting the Probe A rigid stainless steel probe with handle is connected to a flexible hose with an integral water trap/filter and is used to draw a gas sample into the analyzer from the room, grilles, diffusers, and furnace flues.
Setup Monoxor Plus Manual 2.2. Front Panel Buttons Button Description • Powers the analyzer ON and OFF. Hold this button down for at least 2 seconds to turn the power OFF. • Toggles the backlight ON and OFF while the analyzer is turned ON.
Monoxor Plus Manual Setup 2.3. Power Options Power options include: • Disposable AA alkaline batteries (included) • Disposable AA lithium (Li) batteries • Externally charged rechargeable NiMH batteries. Check the Monoxor Plus for sufficient power prior to each use. Replace the batteries if the low (or replace) battery symbol appears in the upper right corner of ...
Setup Monoxor Plus Manual NOTE: A Set Clock error message will be displayed if the instrument is without power for an extended period of time. 2.4. Turning On the Monoxor Plus To turn on the Monoxor Plus, press the PWR button. ...
3.2. The Warm-up Sequence Boot Screens Description Splash screen shows the Bacharach logo with version, model number, and serial number information. This screen is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. A warm-up screen is displayed during which the instrument is purged and initialized.
Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual 3.3. Main Menu Display the Main Menu by pressing the F2 key. Note that features and items displayed in menus are model dependent. Your screens may vary. Main Menu Function Access the Ambient CO Test Menu (see page 17) •...
Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration 3.4. Ambient CO Menu Ambient CO Function Access the Ambient CO Menu. When initiated, the Ambient CO feature monitors CO values continuously and captures a reading every minute for 15 minutes (a total of 16 readings from t to t Press ENTER to initiate the Ambient CO test.
Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual Ambient CO Function The test results can be printed by pressing F1 and saved to memory (with a time and date stamp) by pressing F3. Press F2 to return to the menu. NOTE: Any over-range CO values (e.g., CO >...
Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration NOTE: The Differential Temperature feature requires the use of the optional thermocouple (P/N: 0104-1797) or the optional probe assembly (P/N: 0019-7111). 3.6. Memory Options Menu Memory Options Function Access the Memory Directory. This directory contains a numbered list of saved tests (starting at “1”) to a maximum of 10 test records.
Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual 3.7. Setup Menu Setup Menu Function Access Temperature Units (°C or °F) to be used by the instrument and for display and printing purposes. ) and ) Use the UP ( DOWN ( arrows buttons to highlight the desired choice.
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Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration Setup Menu Function The zoom options selects the size of the characters on the Run/Hold screen. Three options are Standard, 2x, and 3x. Options are shown below with their respective Run/Hold screens. Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through display items that don’t fit on the screen.
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Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual Setup Menu Function Provides an interface for entering user identification information used on printouts. Generally, the Username fields contain the HVAC company and related information. NOTE: This data can be entered using the Fyrite User Software (FUS).
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Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration Setup Menu Function The Language Selection option allows the user to choose a language for all menus. Use the UP () and DOWN () arrow buttons to scroll through language options. Use ENTER to enable the selected language. Three languages are available: English, French, and Spanish.
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Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual Setup Menu Function NOTE: The date and time settings must be correct to get accurate calibration reminders. Provides a list from which to select an inactivity (key press) timeout for automatic shutdown. If no key ...
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Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration Setup Menu Function Provides a list from which the user may chose a minimum purge duration time (minimum length of time that the pump continues to run) after shutdown is initiated. Use a longer Post-Purge Period if the ...
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Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual Setup Menu Function Provides a list from which the user may select the desired method for zeroing the CO sensor. • Auto-Zero happens automatically at warm-up. • Manual zero is used to initiate the zeroing process whenever desired.
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Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration Setup Menu Function The CO Alarm Limit option is used to enable and disable the alarm limit feature. If enabled (ON), an additional screen is displayed where you set the CO alarm setpoint. The alarm limit is selectable from 0 to 2000 ppm.
Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual 3.8. Calibration Menu Calibration Menu Function Calibration is performed by applying known values and accessing the password-protected menu items. When the Calibration Menu is selected, the user must enter a 4-digit numeric security code in order to proceed to the calibration options.
Monoxor Plus Manual Configuration 3.9. Diagnostics Menu Diagnostics Menu Function Displays time metrics for pump use and total operation time. Displays information about the measurement sensors of the instrument. Displays fresh air diagnostics similar to the display at warm-up. After the warm-up countdown, any detected errors are displayed.
Configuration Monoxor Plus Manual 3.10. Status Menu Status Menu Function This is the device status screen which displays information about the device. Some of the information displayed on this screen includes serial number, firmware version, model number, etc. ∇ ∇ ∇ 0019-9370 Rev 1 GlobalTestSupply www.
Monoxor Plus Manual Operation Section 4. Operation 4.1. Overview To operate the Plus, you simply. . . Monoxor • Turn the analyzer ON • Wait for the unit to warm up • Take a gas sample. Before beginning your test, verify the following: •...
Operation Monoxor Plus Manual NOTE: If a sensor error was detected during warm-up, the CO Sensor Error Screen will be displayed. 4.3. The RUN and Hold Screens 0019-9370 Rev 1 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
Monoxor Plus Manual Operation NOTE: Use the left or right arrow buttons from the Run or Hold screen to view the CO trending graph. 4.4. CO Trending Graph A trending screen is accessible from the RUN or HOLD screen by using the right of left arrow keys.
Operation Monoxor Plus Manual 4.6. Taking Differential Temperature Measurements In certain combustion applications, it may be desirable to have a differential temperature measurement. Use the Diff Temp menu and either the optional probe assembly with thermocouple (P/N 0019-7111), or one of the optional K- Type thermocouples (P/N 0104-1798 or P/N 0104-1797) to accomplish this task.
Monoxor Plus Manual Operation Step Example Procedure for Taking Differential Temperature Measurements At this point, you may press SAVE again to save the differential temperature value to memory so that it can be retrieved and/or printed later. Carefully remove the probe assembly and allow it to cool. NOTE: A negative differential value will be displayed if T1<T2.
Operation Monoxor Plus Manual 4.8. Printing Using the Optional IrDA Printer The instrument has the ability to store, recall (to the display), and print sets of time- and date-coded test records. The time and date are set through software menu selections.
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Monoxor Plus Manual Operation IR Communications Settings: Baud Rate: 9600 Data Bits: Stop Bits: Parity: None Protocol: IRDA-SIR Distance: 8-16 in (20-41 cm) Angle: 60° maximum 0019-9370 Rev 1 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
Operation Monoxor Plus Manual The Monoxor provides three lines of 20 characters for user information. Plus This information will appear with test records when they are printed. User name and optional information are entered via software menu selections in the ...
Calibration and Maintenance Monoxor Plus Manual Section 5. Calibration and Maintenance 5.1. Serviceability The instrument operator is able to easily replace the following components without the use of tools: • probe assembly • probe filters • batteries • B-Smart CO sensor •...
Calibration and Maintenance Monoxor Plus Manual 5.2.1. Equipment Required • Alcohol • Aerosol Can of Automotive Carburetor Cleaner • Clean Rag • Source of Compressed Air (optional) CAUTION: Do not use flammable or combustible substances (like carburetor fluid used for cleaning the probe) near an open flame. 5.2.2.
Monoxor Plus Manual Calibration and Maintenance 5.4.3. CO Sensor Replacement Procedure Follow the procedure below for CO sensor replacement. Step CO Sensor Replacement Procedure Remove battery door connector tubing from the CO sensor. Remove CO cap by twisting counter clockwise.
CALIBRATION MENU. If an incorrect code was entered, the screen will display "Invalid Code." Check to make sure the correct code has been entered. If problem persists, contact your nearest Bacharach Service Provider. NOTE: B-SMART codes can be entered through the Fyrite User Software (FUS).
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Monoxor Plus Manual Calibration and Maintenance Step Temperature Calibration Procedure Plug the simulator into the TEMP connector located at the bottom of the analyzer. Alternatively: Plug the probe's thermocouple into the TEMP connector located at the bottom of the analyzer if using optional probe with thermocouple accessory (P/N 0024-7111).
Calibration and Maintenance Monoxor Plus Manual Step Temperature Calibration Procedure value that exactly equals the setting of the simulator. Alternatively: Submerge probe tip into a container of boiling water with a thermometer, wait several minutes, and then use the arrow buttons to enter an Applied value that exactly equals the thermometer reading.
Applied value that exactly equals the concentration stamped on the CO cylinder. NOTE: Bacharach recommends using a 500 ppm calibration gas, however the calibration range is from 20 to 1,000 ppm. An attempt to calibrate outside this range will cause the message “Applied Value High”...
Calibration and Maintenance Monoxor Plus Manual Step CO Span Procedure Attach a 500 ppm CO cylinder to the regulator and connect calibration kit components as shown below. Apply 500 ppm carbon monoxide in an air balance calibration gas. Wait until the Measured reading stabilizes and then press ENTER. The message “Good Calibration”...
Monoxor Plus Manual Troubleshooting Section 6. Troubleshooting 6.1. Error and Warning Messages Message Description Low Sensor CO CO sensor output was low but still usable. Sensor may need to be replaced in the near future. Low Battery Battery voltage is low. Replace the batteries. Applied Value An attempt was made to calibrate a sensor outside its range—...
Troubleshooting Monoxor Plus Manual 6.2. Replacement Parts Part Number Description 0204-0004 Battery, AA Alkaline (qty 1) 0024-7265 CO sensor, uncalibrated 0024-1467 B-Smart CO sensor 0019-7110 Replacement probe assembly with water trap 0019-3265 Replacement water trap for probe assembly 0024-7110 0007-1644 Replacement filter element for probe assembly 0024-7110 0024-1579...
Monoxor Plus Manual Troubleshooting 6.4. Instrument Identification A label on the back of the instrument provides the following information that is useful for service and troubleshooting. • manufacturer • country of origin • certification(s) • part number • serial number 0019-9370 Rev 1 GlobalTestSupply www.
Combustible Gases, Toxic Gases, or Oxygen Signature: Name: Doug Keeports Title: President Date: June 27, 2013 The technical documentation file required by this directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Bacharach, Inc. 0019-9370 Rev 1 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
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