MSA ALTAIR io DOCK User Instructions

MSA ALTAIR io DOCK User Instructions

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ALTAIR io DOCK
Automated Gas Test System
Order No.:10220657/00
Print Spec: 10000005389 (EO)
CR: 800000052332
MSAsafety.com

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  • Page 1 User Instructions ALTAIR io DOCK Automated Gas Test System Order No.:10220657/00 Print Spec: 10000005389 (EO) CR: 800000052332 MSAsafety.com...
  • Page 2 The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Please protect yourself and your employees by following the instructions.
  • Page 3 MSA - The Safety Company 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive Cranberry Township, PA 16066 Phone 1-800-MSA-2222 Fax 1-800-967-0398 For your local MSA contacts, please go to our website www.MSAsafety.com ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Notices General FCC Warning Statement Industry Canada (IC) Warning Statements Liability Welcome to the ALTAIR io DOCK ALTAIR io 4 Introduction Grid Introduction Getting Started General Overview In the Box Bank Overview Installation Commissioning Basic Operation Features Connection to Grid Test Modes...
  • Page 5: Safety Notices

    Liability MSA accepts no liability in cases where the device has been misused, used inappropriately or not used as intended. MSA accepts no liability in cases where damage or injury is caused by wear and tear, neglect or failure to carry out inspection and maintenance procedures.
  • Page 6 1 Safety Notices • Do not use silicone-type lubricants in assembling the ALTAIR io DOCK and do not allow silicone vapors to be drawn into the flow system while in operation. Silicone can desensitize the combustible gas sensor, thereby giving erroneously low readings.
  • Page 7: Welcome To The Altair Io Dock

    Welcome to the ALTAIR io DOCK The ALTAIR io DOCK is a rugged automated test system that simplifies bump testing and calibration via its plug & play design. It’s modular, so you can create one bank that includes up to 10 test stands and 3 gas cylinder holders. This system is used exclusively with the ALTAIR io family of devices.
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Google Play / Apple App Store mobile apps. Through the Grid mobile app, you can intuitively commission and configure the Dock to register and add it to your account. The ALTAIR io DOCK is modular in design and comprised of Test Stands and Cylinder Holders, which connect to create a Bank.
  • Page 9 • Input power requirements: 47 - 63 Hz Several different prong types are available for world-wide AC sockets. NOTICE Use of a power supply not specified by MSA will void the device warranty and could cause damage to the Dock. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 10: Bank Overview

    Up to ten Test Stands and three Cylinder Holders can be installed in a Dock bank. Test Stands must be assembled sequentially to the right of the first stand. Cylinder Holder(s) must be installed to the left of the first Test Stand. Tools Needed: • Phillps head (cross-head) screwdriver ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 11 Test Stand, ensure all four barb fittings are in place and straightened before connecting a Cylinder Holder. 2. Remove the three supplied screws from the left side flange of the Test Stand and set aside for future use. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 12 3. With the first Cylinder Holder on the left and the first Test Stand on the right, align the barbed connectors and fittings, and firmly push the two units together until the screw holes in the flange align. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 13 3 Getting Started 4. Insert one of the supplied screws into the front and two screws into the back of the flange. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 14 6. Add the next Test Stand by removing the screws, and then firmly pushing the unit together on the right side of the bank. 7. Repeat Step 3 through Step 5 for each additional test stand. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 15 9. Add the next Cylinder Holder by aligning the barbed connectors and fittings and firmly pushing the unit together from the left side of the bank. 10. Screw the Cylinder Holders together using the supplied screws. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 16 3 Getting Started 11. Insert the short Ethernet cable into the left side jack of each Test Stand and connect it to the right side jack of the neighboring unit to its left. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 17 3 Getting Started 12. Remove the top barbed connector from the left most cylinder holder. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 18 3 Getting Started 13. Install the Fresh Air Filter into the top port of the left most Cylinder Holder. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 19 3 Getting Started 14. Ensure the green five-port plug is inserted on the right side of the rightmost test stand. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 20 When wall mounting the Bank, MSA recommends performing Steps 1-6 from Installation prior to installing on the DIN Rail. For a large configuration of Test Stands and Cylinder Holders, MSA recommends multiple people be used for installing or ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 21 3 Getting Started uninstalling from the DIN rail. 1. Secure the optional DIN rail Clips purchased separately to the rear of the Bank, using the included screws. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 22 3 Getting Started 2. Mount the DIN rail (Type Omega) to the wall by securing it with wall anchors or other suitable fasteners. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 23 3 Getting Started 3. Align the bottom of the DIN rail clips on the lower edge of the wall-mounted DIN rail and snap the upper part of the clip into place. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 24 3 Getting Started 4. Ensure the upper part of the clip is in place on the DIN rail. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 25: Commissioning

    Power On: To power on the Bank, simply plug it into a reliable power supply. The Dock does not have an on/off switch, as it is designed to always remain on. Power Off: To power off the Bank, simply unplug it from the power source. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 26 • Do not overtighten the cylinder when installing. This can contribute to the gas cylinder unthreading from the gas cylinder valve when removing it. Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death. To change a gas cylinder: ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 27 3 Getting Started 1. If a gas cylinder is already installed, unscrew it and remove it. 2. Insert the new gas cylinder into the Cylinder Holder. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 28 The Cylinder holder light band will illuminate the appropriate color. b. If you are not using an RFID- tagged gas cylinder, input the cylinder data using the Grid mobile app. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 29 NOTE: There may be a slight delay between the insertion of the device and start of gas testing while communication between the device and test stand occur. ○ If the device has not fully completed its warm-up, it will do so prior to beginning a test. Bump Test ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 30 1. Insert the device into the Dock Test Stand until it clicks. 2. The appropriate test runs automatically and indicates the calibration results upon completion. 3. Remove the ALTAIR io device by pressing the gray release button. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 31: Features

    4 Features Features Connection to Grid The ALTAIR io DOCK leverages the connectivity of the ALTAIR io 4 for communications back to Grid. Updated Bank status and test results are reported back to ALTAIR io device following each test. Test Modes The ALTAIR io DOCK allows for many test modes to suit your operations.
  • Page 32: Automatic Gas Cylinder Recognition

    Empty [< 10 psi (0.69 bar)] Empty [< 10 psi (0.69 bar)] or Expired Flashing Red Holder Malfunction Holder Malfunction Automatic Gas Cylinder Recognition When using MSA calibration gas equipped with an RFID tag, the Cylinder Holder will automatically detect the cylinder gas data, including: ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 33: Gas Cylinder Manual Configuration

    • Gas Concentration(s) • Expiration Date • Lot Number • Cylinder Part Number NOTE: The RFID tag is only available on MSA-branded test gas cylinders. Gas Cylinder Manual Configuration Gas cylinder configuration can be performed through the Grid mobile app. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 34: Device Care

    Repair or alteration of the ALTAIR io DOCK beyond the scope of these instructions by anyone other than personnel authorized by MSA can endanger persons who rely on this equipment for their safety or health and may void all warranties and approvals.
  • Page 35 Do not run the unit without the filter in place; otherwise the valves and pumps may be damaged. 5.1.3 O-Ring Seal Replacement for Cylinder Holder Periodically, visually inspect the O-ring on the regulator fitting, clean if necessary and replace if any damage is found. To replace the O-ring seal: ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 36 3. Place the new O-ring onto the fitting. WARNING! Do not use a silicone-based lubricant on the O-ring. Silicone can desensitize the combustible gas sensor, thereby giving erroneously low readings. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    4. Check the bump or calibration dates to ensure a bump or calibration is necessary. a. If the Dock is in Smart Mode and the device does not require a bump or calibration based on elapsed time, the device will not automatically initiate a bump or calibration. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 38 Grid mobile app. The home screen only displays Part Number, Lot Number, and Expiration fields if using MSA RFID-tagged calibration gas. If cylinder data does not display:...
  • Page 39 2. If a test does not occur, use the status information or error messages on the screen to diagnose the problem. NOTE: In Smart Mode, the device will only perform a bump test or calibration when the applicable Grid-configured interval has elapsed. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 40: Learn More

    MSA's website. Warranty The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Protect yourself and others by following them. We encourage our customers to contact MSA regarding this equipment prior to use or for any additional information relative to use or repairs.
  • Page 41 LOSSES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS AND ANY OTHER LOSS CAUSED BY REASON OF NONOPERATION OF THE GOODS. THIS EXCLUSION IS APPLICABLE TO CLAIMS FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY, TORTIOUS CONDUCT OR ANY OTHER CAUSE OF ACTION AGAINST SELLER. ALTAIR io DOCK...
  • Page 42 For local MSA contacts, please visit us at MSAsafety.com...

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