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Protege User Guide PROTEGE PORTABLE GAS MONITOR 087-0038 Rev L...
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Protege User Guide PROTEGE PORTABLE GAS MONITOR 087-0038 Rev L...
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Scott Safety. Scott Safety reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of Scott Safety to provide notification of such revision or change.
087-0038 Rev L ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes the steps required to use the Protege. This document is for gas Guide Overview detection personnel to manage their gas monitoring device. This document contains information on installation, configuration, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
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This icon and text indicate the possibility of electrostatic discharge (ESD) in a procedure that requires the reader to take the proper ESD precautions. This icon and text designates information of special note. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
ABOUT THIS GUIDE Table 2 lists the Scott Safety Family documentation set. Related Product Documentation 33339 Table 2 Scott Safety Documentation Set DOCUMENT NAME PURPOSE DOCUMENT ID Covers use, operation and maintenance. 087-0045 Protege Masterdock Docking Station Manual 087-0038 REV L...
Support appendix – Added more part numbers with photos to parts list. • Added combustible sensor (CSA) part number. Added two new Calibration kits. Added Scott Safety branding items and updated URL for SGM downloads. • Updated cross references, tables, figures and headings. As well as, other •...
Maybe used with Pump P/N 096-3259 EN 60079-0 Applicable Applicable N/A EN 60079-1 EN 60079-11 Ex d ia IIC T4 DEMKO 08 ATEX 0813482X Ambient temperature: ° ° C to +50 *See Special Conditions for Safe Use 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
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IEC 60079-1 IEC 60079-11 BR-Ex d ia IIC T4 10/UL-BRCO-0009X 10/UL-BRCO-0010X Ambient temperature: ° ° C to +50 C (Protege) ° ° C to +45 (Accessories) *See Special Conditions for Safe Use GOST R 52350.0 Applicable N/A GOST R 52350.1 GOST R 52350.11...
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However, it does not mean that each individual device has all of the indicated certifications and approvals for that particular factory. Check your particular device for its certifications and approvals. *Special Conditions for Safe Use: The Protege is intended only for use with the charger/communication board, optional pump assembly, and optional Protege Multi-Charger.
Scott Safety can take no responsibility for use of its equipment if it is not used in accordance with the instructions. If further operational or maintenance details are required but not provided in this guide, contact Scott Safety or their agent.Scott Safety...
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Warning: If the device does not function as described herein, remove from service and mark for maintenance. Only use Scott Safety replacement parts. Warning: Only use the device to monitor the atmosphere for the gases and concentrations for which it is set-up to detect.
Caution: To ensure proper readings, do not operate the device within 1 to 2’ of a high-powered portable radio. The radio keying results in reading fluctuations, as well as, alarm & vibration activations. If this does occur, perform a Bump Test of the device prior to putting back into service. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Avoid exposure to these substances. Should the detector be suspected of being exposed to such substances, perform a gas test to verify its accuracy and that it is calibrated accordingly. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Caution: No attempt should be made to alter or repair the charger. Caution: Do not attempt to replace the device’s battery. Return to Scott Safety for replacement or repairs. Caution: A fully discharged battery can lead to the loss of device’s date and time resulting in the potential for erroneous event logging data.
Inside Diameter JAVA Runtime Environment Liquid Crystal Display Light Emitting Device Lower Explosive Level Oxygen Outside Diameter Personal Computer Parts per million Relative Humidity STEL Short Term Exposure Limit Time Weighted Average Universal Serial Bus 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
However, you my want to reconfigure some of the parameters based upon your application. See “Configuring the Scott Gas Monitor Software” on page 23. If you have any questions about the device or its operation contact Scott Safety. See “Assistance” on page 68. Figure 1 shows the major parts of the device.
Device Overview Figure 1 Major Parts Front View Side View Rear View Table 6 lists the major parts of the device. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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NUMBER ITEM LED alarms (2) Audible Alarm Port Operation Button (2) Threaded Port for Pump Gas Inlet Port (3) Power Contacts for Pump Alligator Clip Charge/Communication Shoe Pad Calibration Adapter Receiving Pad Pump Receiving Tab 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
087-0038 Chapter 2 Rev L INSTALLATION This chapter covers the following topics: Chapter Overview • Planning for Installation • Installation Checklist SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Typical charge time is between 4-6 hours. Verify battery is fully charged prior to use. Recharge battery pack as soon as the device indicates a low battery alarm. Battery life varies depending on the device’s use, environmental conditions, and battery age. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
A fully discharged battery can lead to loss of the device’s DATE and TIME settings causing erroneous logging of gas events. If DATE and TIME are lost, See “Configuring the Scott Gas Monitor Software” on page 23. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
To use the Multi-Charger, connect the AC power source to bottom receptacle. Insert device with the alligator clip in the up position as shown on the front of the Multi-Charge (decal) and push the device to snap-insert in place. See Figure 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
To clean the Multi-Charger, remove the devices and disconnect from power source. Use only a soft cloth to wipe surfaces. If necessary, a mild detergent may be used. Dry thoroughly before applying power or replacing devices. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Do not connect the device charger to the PC until after the (JRE) installation is complete. step 2 For Windows Vista, perform prior to beginning installation. For Windows 7 step 3. For Windows XP proceed to step proceed to SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Figure 6 Windows Vista OS Only 4 After downloading the SGM, navigate to the “gasmon.msi” file on the PC and double click it to start the installation procedure. 5 When prompted, click NEXT to proceed with installation. See Figure 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Click NEXT to proceed. See Figure Figure 8 Scott Gas Monitor Software Installation (2 of 5) 7 If desired, select a custom location to install the SGM software or use the default location. Click NEXT to proceed. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION Figure 9 Scott Gas Monitor Software Installation (3 of 5) 8 Click INSTALL and monitor installation progress. See Figure Figure 10 Scott Gas Monitor Software Installation (4 of 5) 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
2 Double click the file to begin the installation process. 3 Observe the JRE installation begins. Installation files may be unpacked during an automated process. 4 When prompted, select ACCEPT to agree to the User License Agreement and proceed with the installation. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Figure 13 JAVA JRE Software Installation (2 of 3) Only JRE software is required to run the SGM software. Installing or not installing any optional software on this screen will not affect operation of the SGM. 6 Click NEXT to proceed. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
If the pump is connected to the device when the device is powered up, it is automatically recognized. Scott Safety recommends using the pump only when the tubing and sample draw system including hydrophobic and particulate filters in the probe assembly are attached to avoid possible contamination of the pump.
3 Upon completion of the start-up routine, the pump activates and BLOCK PUMP displays. To block pump inlet, place a finger over the probe. Once the test is passed, CLEAR PUMP displays. See Figure 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Operation Button, then press and hold the Left Operation Button until the device starts displaying PEAK EXPOSURES. PEAK EXPOSURES flashes briefly before returning to a normal monitoring display. 3 Rotate the pump backwards until it comes off the device. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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087-0038 Chapter 3 Rev L CONFIGURATION AND SETUP This chapter covers the following topic: Chapter Overview • Configuration and Setup Checklist SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Power & USB Communications Module before proceeding. 3 Connect the device to the Power & USB Communications Module by sliding the connector shoe into the back of the device. See Figure 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
However, you my want to reconfigure some of the parameters based upon your application. Table 9 provide the default settings and ranges for the SGM’s five (5) items under Settings. See “SGM Defaults” on page 27. Figure 19 shows the Home Tab screen. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Changing settings within the SGM software does not change the settings on the device until write has been accomplished. • Open – Opens and displays previously saved device parameter setting profiles. • Save – Saves device parameter setting profiles. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Get – Reads the time setting of the device presently connected and displays it on the SGM Set Clock dialogue box. • Set – Uploads the time displayed on the SGM Set Clock dialogue box to the device presently connected. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Clear – Clears the data log in the device presently connected. • Open – Opens previously saved data log text files. • Save – Saves data log data to a text file for future use. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
0 to 25% 19.50% High Alarm 0 to 25% 23.50% Combustible LEL Low Alarm 0 to 60% 10% LEL LEL High Alarm 0 to 60% 10% LEL LEL Calibration Gas 0 to 70% 32% LEL Concentration SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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Celsius Zero Calibration on Power-on On/Off Use Password Yes/No Backlight Always On Yes/No Enable Latching Alarms Yes/No Require Calibration when Yes/No Overdue Allow Use with Failed Sensor Yes/No (See WARNING above.) Confidence Beep On Yes/No 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
087-0038 Chapter 4 Rev L OPERATION This chapter covers the following topics: Chapter Overview • Operating the Device • Powering Up • Powering Down SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
LCD items and their descriptions. Warning: If device does not operate in the manner described here, do not use. Tag it out of service. Failure to ensure it is properly operating may result in serious injury or death. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Low battery conditions can be silenced by pressing the left Operation Button. You should immediately exit the environment and charge the device as soon as a low battery alarm is indicated. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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Sensor Failures – FAL indicates each sensor that fails to Zero or Span Calibrate. Should this occur, recalibrate the device. If a sensor continues to fail, replace the sensor and recalibrate or contact an authorized service center. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
LED, vibrating, and Audible Alarm Check – All LED’s are lit, audible alarm is sounded, and vibrating alarm is activated. 2 Software - The current version displays. 3 Date displays. Time displays. Low Alarm settings display. High alarm settings display. STEL alarm setting displays. TWA alarm setting displays. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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Warning: Never operate the device in gas monitoring mode with the calibration adapter attached. This can cause false readings of detected gases. Failure to do so can lead to death or injury. After this sequence is complete, the device resumes typical monitoring. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
When the Operation Buttons are held for 5 seconds after the LCD goes blank, the device attempts to power back on. “Configuring the The timing parameter varies as set using the SGM software. See Scott Gas Monitor Software” on page 23. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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087-0038 Chapter 5 Rev L MAINTENANCE This chapter covers the following topics: Chapter Overview • Calibrating the Device • Maintaining the Device • Troubleshooting the Device SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Failure to do could result in inaccurate monitoring by the device sensors. Scott Safety recognizes the potential of the device as a life saving device when operated and maintained correctly. As such, verifying proper operation of the device in the form of Span Calibration and daily Bump Testing is essential to ensure the device performs as intended in a potentially hazardous environment.
Failure to properly perform a zero calibration may result in injury or death. Baseline readings for a Zero Calibration are 0 for H S, CO, and LEL, and 20.9% for SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Failure to do so may result in injury or death. For precise K-Factors when performing a Span Calibration of a combustible sensor. “Sensor K-Factors” on page 64. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
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CAL STOPPED displays if longer than 30 seconds has passed between character entries. Press either the left or right operation button to exit calibration mode and restart procedure. 6 Attach the Calibration Adapter to the device and apply gas from the Regulator. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Ensure you wait until the LCD returns to the gas monitoring mode. Figure 29 Span Calibration - LCD Display Sequence CALIBRATE ZERO S ppm S ppm CO ppm LEL % CO ppm LEL % S ppm CO ppm LEL % 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Warning: If the device fails to activate all alarms in a timely manner, the device must be serviced prior to usage. If the device fails to read target gas concentration within +/-20%, perform a Span Calibration. Failure to do so could lead to death or injury. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
The device comes installed with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that must be replaced at the factory if needed. Do not attempt to replace the device’s battery. “Assistance” on page 68. Contact Scott Safety if needed. See This section provides information about the sensors and how to replace them. Replacing the Sensor The device ships with one of the following sensor configurations: •...
Each sensor type has a unique position and pin locations to prevent sensors being installed in wrong locations. 6 Rotate PC board back to its original position aligning the two (2) pins to their receptacle socket. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Failure to ensure it is properly operating may result in serious injury or death. Required Equipment: • 10ml Syringe • Tygon Tubing • T8 Torx head screw driver • Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) • Can of compressed air 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
To easily identify hoses for reinstallation, attach locally generated labels to the hoses. The short hose is the OUTLET and the long hose is the INLET. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
8 Once the isopropyl alcohol is inside the pump and tubing, pump the syringe plunger in and out 5-7 times. Then depress the syringe plunger completely to eject the isopropyl alcohol from the pump. 9 Carefully disconnect the Tygon tubing from the pump ports. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Figure 38 Routing the Pump Wires Outlet Port Inlet Port Wires Routed on Top of Pump 13 Insert the pump retaining plate. 14 Place the pump inlet barb into the pump enclosure groove. See Figure SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Follow an X pattern to ensure that the enclosure halves are seated together evenly. Caution: Do not over tighten the screws. Over tightening the screws strips the holes in the enclosure. 16 Install pump onto an operational device and verify proper flow rate is achieved. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
300cc/min (0.3LPM) Device within 1 to 2’ of a Perform Bump Test prior to putting device back into service. • high-powered portable “Bump Testing” on page 43. radio (reading fluctuates, alarms & vibrates) SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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0 to 80%LEL; 0 to 5.0% v/v Gas Response Time T50=10Sec; T90=30Sec ° ° Operating Temp. -40 to +392 F (-40 to +200 Humidity 0 to 90% RH, Non-Condensing ° ° Storage Temp. +32 to +68 F (0 to 20 SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
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QUICK REFERENCE This appendix covers the following topics: Appendix Overview • Quick Setup • Alerts & Messages • Powering the Device • Daily Bump Test • Daily Zero Calibration • Span Gas Calibration • Optional Pump SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
2 Install Scott Gas Monitor software (SGM) on PC. 3 Use software to customize alarm settings and write data to monitor. 4 Remove Shoe Pad and Power On the Protege. Perform a ZERO Cal, SPAN Cal, and daily BUMP test. See...
Power Up – Hold down either the Left or Right Operation Button until the LCD displays RELEASE. • Power Down – Push both Left and Right Operation Buttons until timer counts down and LCD shuts down. Figure Figure 41 Left and Right Operation Buttons Left and Right Operation Buttons SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Calibration Adapter with hose and regulator when APPLY GAS displays. Once each sensor is calibrated, the device displays CAL PASSED then REMOVE GAS. Remove Calibration Adapter and wait for the device’s main display to return before turning off the device. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
When BLOCK PUMP displays, place a finger over the probe until CLEAR PUMP displays. To disconnect pump, press and hold the Left Operation button until PEAK EXPOSURES displays. Remove pump. Figure 43 Pump Installation Tighten Thumb Screw Align Tab SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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APPENDIX B: QUICK REFERENCE 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
087-0038 Appendix C Rev L SENSOR INFORMATION This appendix covers the following topics: Appendix Overview • Sensor K-Factors • Gas Interferences SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
Key: < Less than; ~ Approximate. For each sensor type, the table shows how 1ppm of an Interference Gas appears on that specific sensor type. For example, 1ppm CO appears as less than 0.02ppm on a H2S sensor. SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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APPENDIX C: SENSOR INFORMATION 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
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087-0038 Appendix D Rev L SUPPORT This appendix covers the following topics: Appendix Overview • Assistance • Parts List • Warranty Statement • Product Information SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
APPENDIX D: SUPPORT Congratulations on your purchase of a Scott Safety product. It is designed to provide Assistance you with years of reliable trouble-free service. • If you have technical questions or need support. • If you need to return a product.
Portable Gas Detectors CD 096-3366 T-8 Torx Driver 073-0324 14” Probe Assembly 093-0148 Calibration Adapter 074-0547 Optional Automatic Draw 096-3271 Pump Kit (Includes pump, 10” of tubing, and probe) Protege Multi-Charger 096-3283 Protege Masterdock Docking 093-0526 Station SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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077-0422 Carry Case 096-3273 Device Case Replacement Kit 096-3248 (Includes case top assembly, case bottom assembly, sensor membranes, horn membranes, M2.5x10 delt pt screw, device serial number label and device approvals label) Dummy Plug 074-0558 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
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Parts List Table 21 Applicable Parts List (continued) CATEGORY ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Sensors Combustible Sensor 093-0231 Combustible Sensor - CSA 093-0524 Oxygen Sensor 093-0232 CO/H S Sensor 093-0230 CO Sensor 093-0470 S Sensor 093-0471 SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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(CO, H Propane, O with balance of N Includes regulator, 24” tubing, 096-3393 and calibration gas (CO, H Pentane, O with balance of N Note: For calibration equipment, contact your Scott sales representative. 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Warranty Statement Scott Safety (SCOTT), a division of Scott Technologies Inc. warrants the Protege Warranty Statement PORTABLE GAS DETECTION PRODUCTS (THE PRODUCTS) to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of original manufacture by SCOTT.
APPENDIX D: SUPPORT For general information on our products, refer to our Web site: Product Information • http://www.scottsafety.com/ 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
Installation Google JAVA JRE Software Device to a PC Installation Setup Connecting Scott Gas Monitor Software Device Use and Care Installation Welcome Warnings and Cautions JVA JRE Software Disassembly Pump Display Failed Zero Calibration Display SCOTT SAFETY 087-0038 REV L...
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Pump Displays Start Up Pump Screws Removing Pump Wires Technical Support Routing Email Telephone Number Web Site Telephone Number Technical Support Ready to Install Scott Gas Monitor Software Installation Troubleshooting Reassembly Pump Related Product Documentation 087-0038 REV L SCOTT SAFETY...
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INDEX Multi-Charger Using Scott Safety Electronic Documents View Log Screen Scott Gas Monitor (SGM) Software Vista Windows Warnings and Cautions Battery Use and Care xxiii Device Use and Care Sensor Use and Care xxii Web Site Technical Support Windows Vista...
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