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GasAlertMicro S, CO, O , SO , Combustibles 1, 2, 3, and 4 Gas Detectors Quick Reference Guide...
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BW until receipt by the buyer of shipping instructions from BW; and the right of BW to require that the buyer provide proof of purchase such as the original invoice, bill of sale, or packing slip to establish that the product is within the warranty period.
This quick reference guide provides basic information for the Use the detector only as specified in this guide, otherwise GasAlertMicro. Refer to the user manual on the accompanying the protection provided by the detector may be impaired. CD-ROM for complete operating instructions. The Read the following Cautions before using the detector.
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GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide ⇒ ⇒ BW recommends to “bump test” the sensors, Protect the combustible sensor from exposure before each day’s use, to confirm their ability to lead compounds, silicones, and chlorinated to respond to gas by exposing the detector to hydrocarbons.
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GasAlertMicro Parts of the GasAlertMicro Parts of the GasAlertMicro Item Description Audible alarm Visual alarm bars Sensors Pushbuttons Display Battery holder Datalogger (optional) Alligator clip...
GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide Display Elements Item Description Alarm condition Battery life indicator Button indicator Clock Gas identifier bars Optional datalogger card indicator Automatically zero sensor Gas cylinder Automatically span sensor Pass code lock Real time calendar Alarm condition Future use...
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GasAlertMicro Pushbuttons Pushbuttons Pushbutton Description • To turn on the detector press A. • To turn off the detector, press A and hold for 5 seconds. • To activate or deactivate the confidence beep, press and hold C then press A at startup.
GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide Installing the Batteries Activating the Detector To activate the detector, press A in a normal atmosphere (20.9% oxygen). Deactivating the Detector To turn off the detector, press A and hold for 5 seconds.
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GasAlertMicro Calibration Calibration Procedure Display Procedure Display 1. In a clean atmosphere, press C 4. Press H or G to change the alarm and H simultaneously and hold for setpoint. Press A to skip to the 5 seconds. The detector beeps next setpoint.
GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide Attach the Gas Cylinder to the Detector...
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GasAlertMicro Alarms Alarms The following table lists the numerous alarms of the detector. Alarm Display Alarm Display Low Alarm Multi-Gas Alarm • • Slow tone and flash Alternating low and high alarm tone and flash • L and target gas bar flash •...
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GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide Alarm Display Alarm Display Sensor Alarm Automatic Shutdown Alarm • • Slow tone and flash 8 beeps and flashes • • L and gas bar(s) flash LOW displays periodically • • Vibrator alarm activates Vibrator alarm temporarily...
GasAlertMicro User Options Menu • User Options Menu Span concentration values: change each sensor’s span concentration value for calibration; To access the user options, press G and H simultaneously. • STEL period: set the STEL calculation period between To choose the desired option, press H or G. Press C to 5-15 minutes;...
GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter Maintenance For full instructions on how to replace a sensor/sensor filter, To keep the detector in good operating condition, perform please refer to the user manual. the following basic maintenance as required:...
GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide Alarm conditions: TWA alarm, STEL alarm, low alarm, high Specifications alarm, multi-gas alarm, sensor alarm, low battery alarm, confidence beep, automatic shutdown alarm Instrument dimensions: 6 x 10 x 3.3 cm (2.4 x 4.0 x 1.3 in.) Audible alarm: 95 dB at 1 ft.
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GasAlertMicro Specifications Battery operating time: Worst case temperature code: 2 alkaline cells: 16-18 hours Alkaline: 163°C 2 rechargeable NiMH cells: 14-16 hours (Quest Platinum NiMH: 212°C HGAAC1800G) GA MicroBatt: 120°C -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°C Ambient: Approved batteries: Europe North America...
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GasAlertMicro Quick Reference Guide This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Approvals: Approved by CSA to both U.S. and Canadian limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Standards FCC Rules and ICES-003 Canadian EMI requirements. These Approved: Class I, Division 1, Group A, B, C, and D;...