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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 087-0065, Rev D WARNING: ALL INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE OR WILL HAVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR USING, MAINTAINING, OR SERVICING THIS PRODUCT MUST READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY. FAILURE TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT PROPERLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ PLUS PORTABLE MULTI-GAS MONITOR TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Sect. # Section Title Page # ABOUT THIS GUIDE..........................1-1 1.1. Guide Conventions ..........................1-1 1.2. Certifications and Approvals......................1-2 1.3. General Safety Information......................1-4 1.4. Warnings and Cautions – Monitor Use and Care..............
3M™ PROTÉGÉ PLUS PORTABLE MULTI-GAS MONITOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Sect. # Section Title Page # 6.2. Maintenance ............................. 6-6 6.2.1 REPLACING SENSORS ......................6-6 6.2.2. REPLACING THE LITHIUM BATTERY..................6-8 6.2.3. REPLACING THE SENSOR FILTER ..................6-10 6.3. Error Codes ............................6-11 SPECIFICATIONS..........................
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ PLUS PORTABLE MULTI-GAS MONITOR LIST OF FIGURES LIST OF FIGURES Fig. # Figure Title Page # Power-up Sequence Flow Chart.......................2-1 Basic Operating Flow Chart.......................2-2 Zero Calibration Flow Chart ......................2-3 Span Calibration Flow Chart ......................2-3 Bump Test Flow Chart ........................2-4...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ PLUS PORTABLE MULTI-GAS MONITOR LIST OF TABLES LIST OF TABLES Table # Table Title Page # Certifications and Approvals......................1-2 Certifications and Approvals for Monitor ..................1-3 Sensor Poisons and Contaminates ....................1-7 Button Definitions in Quick Reference ....................2-1 Major Parts of the Monitor ........................
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR ABOUT THIS GUIDE 1. ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide provides information about the features and usage of the Protégé SG monitoring device for gas detection personnel. It also provides information on configuration, operation, maintenance, specifications and trouble shooting of the monitor.
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR ABOUT THIS GUIDE Table 1-1: Certifications and Approvals Mark RoHS Directive ATEX Directive EMC Directive (Approvals pending) IECEx certification standards and dates: IEC 60079-0:2011 and IEC 60079-11:2011 Ex ia IIC T4 Ga IECEx certification standards and dates:...
INSTRUCTIONS MAY ALSO RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 3M can take no responsibility for use of its equipment if it is not used in accordance with the instruc- tions. If further operational or maintenance details are required but not provided in this guide, con-...
This service can be accessed by Telephoning Customer Services on 01695 711711 who will be happy to assist. Please do not send products back to 3M. In other parts of Europe, other systems are in place. Please contact your local provider of 3M products for more details.
WARNING: IF THE MONITOR DOES NOT FUNCTION AS DESCRIBED HEREIN, REMOVE IT FROM SERVICE AND MARK IT FOR MAINTENANCE. ONLY USE 3M REPLACEMENT PARTS WHERE APPLICABLE. WARNING: ONLY USE THE MONITOR TO MONITOR THE ATMOSPHERE FOR THE GASES AND CONCENTRATIONS FOR WHICH IT IS SET-UP TO DETECT.
WARNING: REPLACE THE BATTERIES IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE DETECTOR EMITS A LOW BATTERY ALARM. WARNING: USE ONLY BATTERIES THAT ARE RECOMMENDED BY 3M. WARNING: DISPOSE OF USED LITHIUM CELLS IMMEDIATELY. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE AND DO NOT DISPOSE OF IN FIRE. DO NO MIX WITH THE SOLID WASTE STREAM.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR QUICK REFERENCE 2. QUICK REFERENCE 2.1. Typical Quick Reference WARNING: THIS SECTION IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR READING THE ENTIRE USER GUIDE. ALL INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE, OR WILL HAVE, RESPONSIBILITY OF USING OR SERVICING THE DEVICE MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THE USER GUIDE PRIOR TO OPERATION.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR QUICK REFERENCE 2.3. Basic Operating The following flow chart provides a quick reference of the Protégé SG monitor’s basic operation. Section 5.2. Operation Buttons for the detailed actions. Refer to Table 2-1: Button Definitions in Quick Reference for the operation button shown in the flow chart below.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR QUICK REFERENCE 2.4. Zero Calibration The following flow charts provide a quick reference of the Protégé SG monitor’s zero calibration. Section 5.2. Operation Buttons Section 6.1.1. ZERO CALIBRATION for the detailed actions. Refer to...
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR QUICK REFERENCE 2.6. Bump Test The following flow chart provides a quick reference of the Protégé SG monitor’s bump test. See Section 5.2. Operation Buttons Section 6.1.4. BUMP TEST for the detailed actions. Refer to...
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CAUTION: Use caution when changing alarm set points. Confirm these levels with your company safety officer. WARNING: DO NOT USE IR COMMUNICATIONS WHEN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE MAY BE PRESENT. If you have any questions about the monitor or its operation contact 3M (see Section APPENDIX D. TECHNICAL SUPPORT).
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR INTRODUCTION Figure 3-1: Major Parts of the Monitor shows the major parts of the monitor. Figure 3-1: Major Parts of the Monitor Table 3-1: Major Parts of the Monitor lists the major parts of the monitor.
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR INTRODUCTION C l O HCNO PEAK %LEL BUMP HIGH STEL Figure 3-2: Monitor LCD Table 3-2: Monitor LCD Indicators Description Description Battery Indicator Alarm Condition TWA Alarm Condition Icon Gas Type STEL Alarm Condition...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 4. CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 4.1. Installing the PGD Application Software The Scott Portable Gas Detection (PGD) Application Software enables the user to modify the device’s settings and access the data log.
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP Figure 4-1: USB Driver Installation (1 of 4) 4. Select I accept this agreement, and then click Next to continue. Figure 4-2: USB Driver Installation (2 of 4) 087-0065, Rev D/February 2019...
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 5. Wait until the driver installation finishes. Figure 4-3: USB Driver Installation (3 of 4) 6. Once the driver has successfully installed, click Finish to complete the installation (see Figure 4-4: USB Driver Installation (4 of 4)).
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP Required items: • Protégé Plus monitor • A PC, laptop, or tablet, running Windows 7 or 10. • The IR programmer and its USB Cable Connect the monitor to a PC as follows: 1.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP Table 4-2: Factory Default Alarm Setpoints Gas Type & Range STEL High Value for CAL CO (Hydrogen 0 - 2000ppm 35ppm 200pp 35ppm 200pp 50ppm CO Resistant) 0 - 100ppm 10ppm 4.7ppm...
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 1. Click on the software icon on the desktop, and the software dashboard appears. Figure 4-8: PGD Application Software Dashboard 2. To view and set the monitor parameter, select the monitor that needs to be configured and dou- ble click.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 4.7. Monitor Configuration Click the Monitor Information tab to view and configure the monitor parameters (see Figure 4-10: Monitor Information Window). When completing the configurations, click Set to save the settings.
WARNING: YOU MUST FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE ICONS IN BOTH THE NON-ALARM AND ALARM STATES. WARNING: IF THE DISPLAY IS MISSING ICONS OR CANNOT BE CLEARLY READ, PLEASE CONTACT THE 3M TECHNICAL SERVICE. WARNING: HIGH OFF-SCALE READING MAY INDICATE EXPLOSIVE CONCENTRATION.
3M™ Protégé Plus Portable, reusable, single-Gas Monitor OPERATION Table 5-2: Operation Buttons Function Button Action Description View Alarm Right Press the right button when View high, low, STEL, TWA and peak Settings viewing peak or TWA value gas exposures Zero...
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3M™ Protégé sg Portable, reusable, single-Gas Monitor OPERATION WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE DEVICE IN GAS MONITORING MODE WITH THE CALIBRATION ADAPTER ATTACHED. THIS CAN CAUSE FALSE READINGS OF DETECTED GASES. FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING COULD LEAD TO DEATH OR INJURY.
3M™ Protégé Plus Portable, reusable, single-Gas Monitor OPERATION Table 5-3: Self-Test Sequence LCD Display Description When a self-test is successful the monitor turns to the gas monitoring mode. The LCD display battery icon, heart beat, sensor type, gas reading and etc.
3M™ Protégé sg Portable, reusable, single-Gas Monitor OPERATION Table 5-4: Monitor Alerts and Alarms Descriptions (continued) Description Description TWA Alarm STEL Alarm • 1 LED flash every 2 sec- • 1 LED flash every 2 sec- onds onds STEL • 1 sounding beep every 2 •...
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3M™ Protégé Plus Portable, reusable, single-Gas Monitor OPERATION NOTE: When the Operation Buttons are held for three (3) seconds after the LCD goes blank, the device attempts to power back on. The timing parameter varies as set using the PGD Application.
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Local regulatory standards, company policies, and industry best practices provide the best determi- nation for the frequency at which Calibration and Bump Testing occur. 3M assumes no responsibility for setting policies or practices.
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE Table 6-1: Recommended Calibration and Test Matrix Procedure Frequency Details • Daily • When a sensor is exposed to a high concentra- tion of gas Refer to Section 6.1.4. Bump Test BUMP TEST •...
NOTE: Ensure the Calibration gas has not pasted its expiration date. Only use the 3M-approved gas to calibrate the monitor . 1. Verify the concentration level of the target gas in the cylinder exceeds alarm settings of the mon- itor (refer to Section 4.4.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE 6.1.3. SPAN CALIBRATION WARNING: READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS, INCLUDING LABELS AND MSDS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OF THE CALIBRATION GAS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE ○ beeps once per second ○ vibrates once every 2 seconds. 11. Press right button or wait 60 seconds to go to the Exit screen. 12. Press left button or wait for 60 seconds to return to normal reading screen.
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE 2. Using a Philips screwdriver, unscrew and remove the three (3) M2.5 X 12 screws from the back of the device (refer to Figure 6-4: Sensor Access). Sensor Cover M2.5 x 10...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE Upper Alignment Tab Lower Alignment Tab Figure 6-5: Sensor Positions 6. Reinstall the sensor cover with four (3) M2.5 X 12 screws and tighten the screws with the sequence shown in Figure 6-6: Screw Sequence.
3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE 7. Use the Portable Gas Detection Application to set or verify settings for the newly installed sensor. See the software user guide. 8. Perform Zero and Span Calibrations of the device in accordance with sections 6.1.1.
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Figure 6-10: Installing New Filter). CAUTION: 3M recommends wearing rubber gloves when handling the new sensor filter to avoid damage from fingernails or natural skin oils. 5. Reinstall the sensor cover and tighten the screws with the sequence illustrated in...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR MAINTENANCE Filter Sensor Cover (Inside) Figure 6-10: Installing New Filter 6.3. Error Codes Table 6-3: Error Codes provides a list of error codes that display on the LCD when applicable. Table 6-3: Error Codes...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE SINGLE-GAS MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX A. SPECIFICATIONS Table A-1: Monitor Specifications Category Specifications Nominal 3.6VDC Voltage Calibration Zero and Span calibrations Power Battery Li Battery Battery Life 1.5 years for EC sensor, without compliance LED and...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE SINGLE-GAS MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS Table A-2: Sensor Specifications S hi res - Hydrogen Sulfide Sensor (high resolution) Range 0 to 100 ppm, 0.1 ppm Operating Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to +50°C) Operating Humidity 15% to 90% RH, non-condensing...
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3M™ PROTÉGÉ SG PORTABLE, REUSABLE SINGLE-GAS MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS Table A-2: Sensor Specifications Operating Humidity 15% to 90% RH, non-condensing (Sulfur dioxide) Sensor Range 0 to 150 ppm Operating Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to +50°C)** Operating Humidity 15% to 90% RH, non-condensing...
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GAS INTERFERENCES APPENDIX B. GAS INTERFERENCES There are known gas interferences to a limited number of chemical compounds. 3M attempts to identify possible gas interferences to which gas sensors may be exposed; however, not all chemical compounds that presently exist have been tested.
PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR PARTS APPENDIX C. PARTS C.1. Applicable Parts List Contact your 3M distributor, sales representative, or the 3M Service Center (refer to APPENDIX D. TECHNICAL SUPPORT)for information regarding availability of replacement parts and accessories for the Protégé SG monitor.
PORTABLE, REUSABLE, SINGLE-GAS MONITOR APPENDIX D. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Congratulations on your purchase of a 3M product. It is designed to provide you with reliable trou- ble-free service. Contact the 3M Technical Service, if you have technical questions, need support, or if you need to return a product.