Device Overview
Diagram 1 below shows the key components of the product.
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sensor type
Activating ARA
To activate ARA within the validity period indicated on the packaging, press and hold down the button for
approximately 5 seconds.
On activation, ARA will sound an audible alarm, flash and vibrate in sequence.
A successful activation will display the life remaining (24 months) or the reading value.
Display (LCD and Symbols)
Ara uses an LCD display to show its status. In the absence of gas, it will display the life remaining. When gas is
present, the display will automatically shift to show what the gas concentration is.
NOTE:
The display mode can be changed in the IR Link software with the "Life Remaining" and "Sensor
Reading" user options.
WARNING:
If the display is missing icons or displayed figures can't be read, please contact ION Science
promptly.
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ARA Instrument User Manual V1.1
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