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ALTAIR® 5X PID
Multigas Detector
Order No.: 10165710/05
Print Spec: 10000005389 (EO)
CR: 800000053885
MSA safety .com

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual ALTAIR® 5X PID Multigas Detector Order No.: 10165710/05 Print Spec: 10000005389 (EO) CR: 800000053885 MSA safety .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: Table Of Contents

    Function Tests on the Device Bump Test 5.10 Calibration 5.11 Time of Day Testing 5.12 Device Shutdown Maintenance Troubleshooting Verifying Pump Operation Replacing the Battery Maintenance Procedure - Replacing or Adding a Sensor Replacing the Pump Filter Cleaning the Device Exterior ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 4 Flow Chart 12.1 Basic Operation 12.2 Bump Test/ Informational Pages 12.3 Setup 12.4 Calibrations 12.5 Calibration Options 12.6 Alarm Options 12.7 Sensor Alarm Setup 12.8 Instrument Options 12.9 Sensor Setup 12.10 VOC Gas Setup Changeable Feature Summary ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 5: Calibration Certification And Conformance Statement

    Safety Regulations Correct Use The ALTAIR 5X PID Multigas Detector, hereafter also referred to as device, is for use by trained and qualified personnel. The device is designed to be used when performing a hazard assessment to: • Assess potential worker exposure to combustible and toxic gases and vapors as well as low level of oxygen.

  • Page 6: Liability Information

    Liability Information MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as intended. The selection and use of this product must be under the direction of a qualified safety professional who has carefully evaluated the specific hazards of the jobsite where it will be used and who is completely familiar with the product and its limitations.
  • Page 7 ○ Atmospheres containing combustible airborne mists/dusts. • Do not use the catalytic combustible sensor of the ALTAIR 5X PID Multigas Detector to test for combustible gases in atmospheres containing vapors from liquids with a high flash point (above 38 °C, 100 °F) as this may result in erroneously low readings.

  • Page 8: Warranty

    Be Aware of the Warranty Regulations The warranties made by MSA The Safety Company with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used and maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual. Please protect yourself and others by following them. We encourage our customers to write or call regarding this equipment prior to use or for any additional information relative to use or service.

  • Page 9: Pid Theory And Definitions

    PID Theory and Definitions To support the safe and effective operation of the ALTAIR 5X PID, MSA believes operators should have a working knowledge of how the device functions, not just how to make it work. The information presented in this section supplements the hands-on operational instruction provided in the rest of the manual for the PID.
  • Page 10 During calibration, zero gas is applied to quantify the background ionization current. When only measuring concentration changes relative to a reference ambient environment, fresh air can be used as the zero gas. When background hydrocarbon vapors are present, MSA recommends using zero gas air. Span Gas Span gas is a reference gas used during calibration to determine the slope (response per unit concentration) of the calibrated response curve.
  • Page 11 Calculating a Response Factor To determine a response factor for a target chemical, perform the following simple procedure: 1. Calibrate the ALTAIR 5X PID using isobutylene as the span gas. 2. On the device, set the sample gas name to isobutylene.
  • Page 12 PID lamp is installed. See 5.5 Device Setup for setup instructions. Failure to follow this warning can result in inaccurate readings that could lead to serious injury or death. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 13: Description

    The device monitors gases in ambient air and in the workplace. The ALTAIR 5X PID is available with a maximum of five sensors, which can display readings for six separate gases (one Two- Tox Sensor provides both CO and H S or CO and NO sensing capabilities in a single package).
  • Page 14 • No gas alarms are present (low or high) • Device is not in Low Battery warning or alarm • STEL and TWA readings are 0 ppm This option can be turned OFF through the MSA Link software. YELLOW (Fault) The Fault LED activates if any of several fault conditions are detected during device operation.

  • Page 15: Alarms

    Stealth Mode Stealth Mode disables the visual, audible and vibrating alarms. MSA recommends that this feature be left in its default "OFF" state. Stealth mode can be turned ON through the SETUP - INSTRUMENT OPTIONS menu (→ Device Setup). On the display, all three alarm icons are shown as OFF.

  • Page 16: On-Screen Indicators

    • Device is not in battery warning • Device is not in gas alarm. The Operating Beep can be disabled using the SETUP - INSTRUMENT OPTIONS (→5.5 Device Setup) or through MSA Link software. On-Screen Indicators Figure 3 Monochrome Display 1 Gas Type 5 Battery Condition...
  • Page 17 Low Battery Warning WARNING! If battery warning alarm activates while using the device, leave the area immediately as the end of battery life is approaching. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 18 • Alarm LEDs flash • Fault LED is on • No other pages can be viewed; after approximately one minute, the device automatically turns OFF. Figure 6 Battery Shut Down When battery shutdown condition occurs (shown in Figure 6 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 19: Viewing Additional Pages

    The Main Screen appears at device turn-ON. Additional displays can be viewed by pressing the q button to move to the screen as indicated by the "soft key". The sequence of pages are as follows and are described in Figure 7 ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 20 This page shows the highest levels of gas recorded by the device since turn-ON or since peak readings were reset. To reset the peak readings: 1. Access the PEAK page. 2. Press the p button. This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. Minimum Readings (MIN page) ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 21 (15 minutes x 35 ppm) = 35 ppm 15 minutes 10 minute exposure of 35 ppm and 5 minutes exposure of 15 ppm: (10 minutes x 35 ppm) + (5 minutes x 5 ppm) = 25 ppm 15 minutes This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. Time Weighted Average (TWA page) ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 22 Current date appears on the display in the format: MM-DD-YY. Last cal page Displays the device last successful calibration date in the format: MM-DD-YY. This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page.

  • Page 23: Sensor Missing Alarm

    4 Description Cal due page Displays the days until the device's next calibration is due (user selectable). This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page. Discoverable Mode page Allows the user to put the device into Bluetooth discoverable mode in order to pair with another device. This page can be deactivated through the SETUP - INSTRUMENT OPTIONS page.

  • Page 24: Monitoring Toxic Gases

    Take the impact on sensor performance into account when installing sensors. Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death. If the gas concentration reaches or exceeds the alarm set point or the STEL or TWA limits, the: ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 25: Monitoring Oxygen Concentration

    To reset the alarm press the p button. If the alarm is latching, the p button silences the alarm for five seconds. Alarms can be made latching or unlatching via MSA Link software. False oxygen alarms can occur due to changes in barometric pressure (altitude), humidity or extreme changes in ambient temperature.

  • Page 26: Monitoring Voc Gases

    If the gas concentration reaches or exceeds the alarm set point or the STEL or TWA limits, the: • alarm message displays and flashes in combination with the corresponding gas concentration • backlight turns on • alarm sounds (if active) • alarm LEDs flash (if active) • vibrating alarm triggers (if active) ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 27: Displaying Current Response Factor

    Low Alarm values. Figure 11 The Maximum Value is calculated by multiplying the sensor range by the RF. For example, the Max Value for Hexane is 2000 *4.5 = 9000 ppm. The maximum value cannot exceed 9999 ppm . ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 28: Calibration Certification

    All applicable inspections, testing, and calibrations were performed using NIST traceable equipment, where available, in accordance with MSA's ISO 9001 Certified Quality System. Each material, component, and/or instrument must be installed, operated and maintained in strict accordance with its labels, cautions, warnings, instructions, and within the limitations stated in the supplied instruction manual.

  • Page 29: Operation

    During the self test, the device checks alarm LEDs, audible alarm, vibrating alarm and installed sensors. The device displays: • Startup logo • Software version, device serial number, company name, department and user names • IC / FCC ID Identifier • Sampling system safety test ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 30 The device will shut OFF after the customer acknowledges this message by pressing the p button. Check the sampling system if this occurs and contact MSA as needed. Users can check the operation of the sampling system any time during operation by blocking the sampling system to generate a pump alarm.
  • Page 31 Never let the end of the sampling line touch or go under any liquid surface. If liquid is drawn into the device, readings will be inaccurate and device could be damaged. MSA recommends the use of an MSA sample probe containing a special membrane filter, permeable to gas but impermeable to water, to prevent such an occurrence.

  • Page 32: Special Consideration For Oxygen Sensor

    This page allows the user to put the device into Bluetooth discoverable mode in order to pair with another device. Motion Alert This page allows the Motion Alert Feature to be activated or deactivated. * The display of these pages can be de-activated through MSA Link software For further information see 13 Changeable Feature Summary.
  • Page 33 Correct password: user can enter the Setup mode. The password can be changed with a PC through the MSA Link software.If the password is forgotten, it can be reset by using MSA Link software. Contact MSA Customer Service for assistance. The following Options are available by pressing the q and p buttons:...
  • Page 34 3. Press the p button to go to the previous page. Setting Calibration Password 1. Press the  button to enable/disable this option. 2. Press the q button to go to the next page. 3. Press the p button to go to the previous page. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 35 • the user cannot access the MOTIONALERT page to enable or disable that feature • the InstantAlert feature (4.3 Alarms) cannot be activated. 1. To grant or deny user access to the MOTIONALERT page, use the button to change the indicated selection. User access is: ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 36 3. Set values for Sensor Alarm by pressing the q or p button. 4. Press the  button to confirm set value. 5. Repeat setting for all other sensors. 6. Press the p button to return to the Alarm Options menu. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 37 Following screen displays: Figure 15 Sensor Options Setup 2. Press the q button to select sensor, press the button to make changes. The sensor information is displayed and the sensor can be enabled or disabled. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 38 This option is for setting the device time and date. The device first prompts to set the time and then it prompts for the date. The time can be set up for either regular AM/PM or military time (through MSA Link software). AM/PM time is the default setting.
  • Page 39 Favorites Setup page will ask which Favorite is to be replaced. 1. Select the gas to be replaced by using the q or p button to highlight then select OK. The next screen will display the current 10 Favorites, and options for Custom Gas and All Gases. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 40 3. After the 8th character is entered, enter the Response Factor (0.1- 40.0). Once the RF is complete, a final confirmation page will display. 4. Select OK to apply the Custom Gas as the current gas or select NO and abort to the menu page. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 41: Bluetooth Operation

    2. On the Bluetooth host, locate the Bluetooth device list. Select "A5X-xxxxxxxx" from the list. Both the device and Bluetooth host will display a unique six digit security code to ensure that the correct devices are being paired. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 42: Msa Link Operation

    1. Switch ON the device and align the Datalink Communication port on the device to the IR interface of the PC. 2. Start the MSA Link software on the PC and start the connection by clicking the connect icon. Function Tests on the Device Alarm Test 1.

  • Page 43: Bump Test

    • Demand Flow Regulator(s) • Tubing appropriate for the gases to be tested • Kits containing tubing and regulators suitable for reactive and non-reactive gases are available from MSA. Performing a Bump Test 1. While the device is turned ON in a clean, fresh air environment, verify that readings indicate no gas is present.

  • Page 44: Calibration

    If a sensor fails the Bump Test, calibrate the device as described in 5.10 Calibration 5.10 Calibration The ALTAIR 5X PID can be calibrated either manually using this procedure or automatically using the GALAXY GX2 test stand. Refer to 12.5 Calibration Options.
  • Page 45 During the first moments of a ZERO calibration, the combustible sensor reading may be replaced by a moving display of “PLEASE WAIT”. This is normal. After the ZERO calibration is completed the device displays either “ZERO CALIBRATION PASS” “ZERO CALIBRATION FAIL”. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 46 2. Connect the other end of the tubing to the pump inlet. 3. Press the q button to calibrate (span) the device. “SPAN CALIBRATION“ flashes SPAN calibration starts. A progress bar shows the user how much of the calibration has already been completed. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 47 The calibration procedure adjusts the span value for any sensor that passes the calibration test. Sensors that fail calibration are left unchanged. On the display, each successfully calibrated sensor temporarily shows a √ symbol at its gas reading. These √ symbols remain visible for a few moments and are then replaced by the present gas reading. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 48: Time Of Day Testing

    This feature permits the device to be automatically calibrated on a user-defined interval. The most common use of this feature allows the user to configure the ALTAIR 5X PID and the GALAXY GX2 System to automatically calibrate a device prior to the start of work-shift.

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    Repair or alteration of the device beyond the procedures described in this manual by anyone other than a person authorized by MSA, could cause the unit to fail to perform properly. Use only genuine MSA replacement parts when performing any maintenance procedures described in this manual.

  • Page 50: Verifying Pump Operation

    This will provide information on where the blockage is located. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 51: Replacing The Battery

    Never let the end of the sampling line touch or go under any liquid surface. If liquid is drawn into the device, readings will be inaccurate and device could be damaged. We recommend the use of an MSA sample probe containing a special membrane filter, permeable to gas but impermeable to water, to prevent such an occurrence.
  • Page 52 WARNING! The PID sensor may be replaced with an authorized MSA PID replacement sensor. If the PID sensor range is different than the previously installed sensor, the new configuration MUST be selected in the Instrument Options → Sensor Setup screen prior to sensor replacement.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Pump Filter

    4. Use both the paper-like filter and the fibrous dust filter (the thicker disk) as supplied in the Maintenance Kit if the device is NOT configured to use a reactive toxic gas sensor (does not have a Cl , ClO , or NH sensor). ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Device Exterior

    NOTICE While device case is open, do not touch any internal components with metallic/conductive objects or tools. Damage to the device can occur. Cleaning Procedure Table 1 Recommended Supplies for Cleaning MSA PID Sensor Cleaning Kit: P/N 10165248 Methanol ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 55 6 Maintenance MSA PID Sensor Cleaning Kit: P/N 10165248 Cotton Tipped Applicator Teflon Filter Cotton Filter Tweezers Latex Gloves (optional) Prior to Cleaning 1. Verify that the device is turned OFF. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Remove the two remaining case screws and the case front.
  • Page 56 Cleaning 1. Hold the lamp by the cylindrical glass body. 2. Soak a cotton tipped applicator in methanol from MSA PID Sensor Cleaning Kit (P/N 10165248). 3. Rub the soaked swab on the surface of the Lamp lens in a circular motion for 60 seconds.
  • Page 57 Cell Assembly. b. Make sure the Cell Assembly is flush with the Lamp lens. 4. Place the Spacer back in the sensor housing, surrounding the Cell Assembly. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 58 5. Turn on the device and verify all sensors are showing on the measuring page. 6. Calibrate the device and ensure that all sensors show successful calibration. Maintenance Procedure Table 2 Recommended Supplies for Maintenance MSA PID Sensor Maintenance Kit: P/N 10165247 Cell Assembly Teflon Filter Cotton Filter...
  • Page 59 6 Maintenance MSA 0-2000 ppm 10.6eV Lamp: P/N 10165272 Background Information The sensor's rugged, durable design provides for trouble-free operation over the course of its lifetime. However, in certain conditions, maintenance may be required. This is customer required maintenance and is not covered under warranty.
  • Page 60 3. If the lamp is cleaned and a PID error still exists, replace the lamp. 4. If the lamp is replaced and a PID error still exists, replace the cell assembly. If error still exists, device should be sent to an authorized MSA repair center. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 61: Technical Specifications

    Volatile Organic Compounds - PID sensor Warranty 2.4 Warranty Measuring Range 0-1.00 ppm 0-100 ppm 0-10 ppm 0-200 ppm 0-2000 ppm (S20) 0-20.0 ppm CO - HC 0-10,000 ppm (XCell) 0-50.0 ppm Combustible 0-100 % LEL 0-30 % Vol. 0-5.00 % CH 0-200 ppm 0-5.00 ppm S - LC 0-2000 ppm 0-30 ppm 0-20.0 ppm ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 62: Factory-Set Alarm Thresholds And Setpoints

    0 to 5 % CH 0.05 Vol % CH <50 % LEL: 3 % LEL (normal temp.) 50-100 % LEL: 5 % LEL <2.5 % t(90)< 10 sec : 0.15 % CH (Methane) (normal temp.) 2.5-5.00 % CH : 0.25 % CH Extended temp. range:<50 % LEL: 5 % LEL 50-100% LEL: ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 63 S-LC 0 - 100 ±0.2 ppm or 10 % ±0.5 ppm or 20 % t(90)< 15 s Hydrogen of reading, of reading, Sulfide whichever is greater whichever is greater 0 - 30 ±1 ppm or 10 % ±2 ppm or 20 % t(90)< 30 s ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 64 (1000-2000ppm) greater 0 - 20 ±2 ppm or 10 % ±3 ppm or 20 % t(90)< 20 s Sulfur of reading, of reading, dioxide whichever is greater whichever is greater *ppm, unless otherwise specified ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 65: Calibration Specifications

    10 ppm SO 10 ppm Span values can be changed if using different gas cylinders than those listed. Changes can be made using MSA Link software and through calibration cylinder setup. *For most accurate results, calibration with ClO is recommended. **Zero cal time is one minute if a catalytic combustible sensor is installed - 30 seconds if not.

  • Page 66: Combustible Gas Cross Reference Factors For General-Purpose Calibration

    0.79 Propylene 1.14 0.65 Toluene* 2.09 1.19 Xylene* 4.83 2.76 Xylene with EX-H sensor 3.57 2.04 NOTE: Gas in the table above indicated with a * will have significantly longer response times, especially at lower concentration levels. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 67: Certification

    The model ALTAIR 5X PID shall be charged by Manufacturer's chargers only (0 - 45 °C) and opened in a non-hazardous area. When using the ALTAIR 5X PID in a hazardous area, the device should be worn or carried on the body. Do not store the device in a hazardous location.

  • Page 68: Marking, Certificates And Approvals According To Iecex

    The model ALTAIR 5X PID shall be charged by Manufacturer's chargers only (0 - 45 °C) and opened in a non-hazardous area. When using the ALTAIR 5X PID in a hazardous area, the device should be be worn or carried on the body. Do not store the device in a hazardous location.

  • Page 69: Xcell Sensor Patents

    Serial Nr.: see Label XCell Sensor Patents SENSOR PART NUMBER Combustible 10106722 US8826721 Oxygen 10106729 US8790501 Carbon Monoxide / 10106725 US8790501, US8702935 Hydrogen Sulfide Ammonia 10106726 US8790501, US8623189 Chlorine 10106728 US8790501, US8623189 Sulphur Dioxide 10106727 US8790501, US8623189 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 70: Ordering Information

    CO, 20 ppm H2S 2.50 % CH4, 15.0 % O2, 60 ppm 10058172 10058172 CO, 10 ppm NO2 1.45 % CH4, 15.0 % O2, 60 ppm 10098855 10117738 SO2 sensor CO, 20 ppm H2S, 10 ppm SO2 10.2 Outside US Description Part Number Cylinder 34L, 60 ppm CO 10073231 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 71: Accessories

    Cylinder 58L (1.45 % CH4, 15 % O2, 60 ppm CO, 20 ppm H2,S, 10122426 10 ppm SO2,) 10.3 Accessories Description Part Number Universal Demand Regulator kit 10034391 MSA Link USB dongle 10082834 MSA Link Datalogging Software 10088099 Shoulder Strap 474555 North America only: Retractable Line with Belt Clip 10050976 Holster, leather...
  • Page 72 Altair 5/ 5X Identifier Labels, 128 units, Orange 10177770 Altair 5/ 5X Identifier Labels, 128 units, Yellow 10177771 Screwdriver, PHILLIPS/3MM HEX/1/16 HEX 10025550 Please note that not all accessories are available in every local market. Check availability with the local MSA representative . ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 73 10 Ordering Information Replacement Parts Description Part Number Case Assembly, Front w/ Bluetooth, ALTAIR 5X PID 10165249 Battery Pack, Rechargeable, North America, ALTAIR 5X PID/IR 10114839 Battery Pack, Rechargeable, EU/Aus, ALTAIR 5X PID/IR 10114851 Kit, PID Sensor, Maintenance (Cell Assembly, Cap, Spacer, Filters,...
  • Page 74 10 Ordering Information Description Part Number Kit, Instrument Maintenance, ALTAIR 5X PID (Filters, O-ring, Screws, 10165285 Green Gaskets) Kit, Instrument Maintenance, Reactive (Cl2, ClO2, NH3), ALTAIR 5X 10165284 PID (Filters, O-ring, Screws, Green Gaskets) Filter, Dust 808935 Filter, Reactive Gas...

  • Page 75: Pid Response Factor Table

    WARNING! Use of ALTAIR 5X PID with PID for detection of extremely toxic gases: The system resolution limit of the ALTAIR 5X PID in normal mode (with a new, clean lamp) is approximately 0.1 ppm isobutylene equivalent. Users must be aware of exposure limit guidelines, such as TLV, for the target compound.

  • Page 76: Acetone

    C9H12 8.73 0.54 cyclohexane CYCHEXAN 110-82-7 C6H12 9.86 cyclohexanone CYCHEXON 108-94-1 C6H10O 9.14 0.82 decane DECANE 124-18-5 C10H22 9.65 Diacetone alcohol PYRATON 4-Methyl-4-hydroxy-2- 123-42-2 C6H12O2 9.50 0.55 pentanone dibromoethane, 1,2- EDB, Ethylene dibromide, 106-93-4 C2H4Br2 10.37 11.7 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 77: Diethylether

    ETGLYCOL 1,2-Ethanediol 107-21-1 C2H6O2 10.16 15.7 ethylene oxide ETOXIDE Oxirane, Epoxyethane 75-21-8 C2H4O 10.57 19.5 gasoline (summary GASOLINE 8006-61-9 m.w. 72 hydrocarbons) heptane HEPTANE 142-82-5 C7H16 9.92 hexane, n- HEXANE 110-54-3 C6H14 10.13 hydrazine HYDRAZINE 302-01-2 H4N2 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 78: Isopropyl Alcohol

    MEACET 79-20-9 C3H6O2 10.27 methyl acetoacetate MEACACET 105-45-3 C5H8O3 9.82 methylacrylic acid 2-Methacrylic acid, 2- 79-41-4 Methylpropenoic acid methyl acrylate MEACRYLT Methyl 2-propenoate, 96-33-3 C4H6O2 Acrylic acid methyl ester methyl benzoate MEBNZOTE 93-58-3 C8H8O2 9.32 0.93 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 79: Methyl Ethyl Ketone

    10.22 propionaldehyde PROPANAL Propanal 123-38-6 C3H6O 9.96 14.8 propyl acetate, n- PRACETAT 109-60-4 9.98 propylene PROPENE Propene 115-07-1 C3H6 9.73 Propylene glycol methyl MEOXPROP PGME, 107-98-2 C4H10O2 9.54 ether 1-methoxy-2-propanol propylene oxide PROPLYOX Methyloxirane 75-56-9 C3H6O 10.22 ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 80 O-XYLENE 1,2-Dimethylbenzene 95-47-6 C8H10 8.56 0.54 xylene, p- P-XYLENE 1,4-Dimethylbenzene 106-42-3 C8H10 8.44 The CAS Number is a unique numerical identifier created and assigned to a chemical substance by the American Chemical Society. All Rights Reserved. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 81: Flow Chart

    MAIN CALIBRATE INFORMATIONAL MEASURE PAGES (See 11.3) PAGE Press (See 11.2) Hold For 5 seconds Hold Hold For 5 Simultaneously for 5 seconds seconds Hold InstantAlert SETUP For 5 (See 11.4) seconds TURN OFF * IF ENABLED ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 82: Bump Test/ Informational Pages

    Press Press Press RESET PEAK * PEAK Press Press Press RESET Press Press Press RESET STEL * STEL Press Press Press MAIN RESET MEASURE TWA * PAGE Press Press * IF ENABLED (NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS) ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 83 Press Press CAL DUE DATE * Press Press VOC GAS* Press Press DISCOVERY MODE* Press Press MOTION TOGGLE ALERT ON /OFF Press STATUS * Press Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE * IF ENABLED ** IF WIRELESS IS INSTALLED ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 84: Setup

    ENTER PASSWORD PASSWORD FAIL CALIBRATION CALIBRATION OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 11.3) Press Press ALARM ALARM OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 11.6) Press Press INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 11.8) Press Press EXIT ? Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 85: Calibrations

    12 Flow Chart 12.4 Calibrations CALIBRATE PASSWORD ? (IF REQUIRED) PASSWORD FAIL PERFORM ZERO ZERO CAL ? FRESH AIR CALIBRATION SETUP Press Press Press SPAN CAL ? SPAN CALIBRATION (REPEATS AS Press NECESSARY) Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 86: Calibration Options

    SET # OF OPTIONS DAYS Press Press SHOW LAST CAL TOGGLE DATE AT STARTUP ON / OFF Press Press PASSWORD TOGGLE PROTECTED ON / OFF CALIBRATION Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 87: Alarm Options

    ON/OFF Press Press TOGGLE ALARM LEDS ON/OFF Press Press USER ACCESS TO TOGGLE MOTION ALERT ON/OFF Press Press SENSOR ALARM SETUP SENSOR ALARMS ? (See 4.5) Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 88: Sensor Alarm Setup

    ALARMS ? Press Press SENSORS Press MODIFY SETUP STEL STEL ALARMS Press ALARMS ? Press Press MODIFY SETUP ALARMS Press ALARMS ? Press Press RETURN TO ALARM OPTIONS NOTE: STEL AND TWA ARE NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 89: Instrument Options

    12 Flow Chart 12.8 Instrument Options INSTRUMENT OPTIONS SENSOR SENSOR SETUP SETUP (See 11.9) Press Press LANGUAGE SELECT Press Press TIME / DATE HH:MM MM:DD:YY Press Press DATALOG INTERVAL MM:SS Press Press STEALTH MODE TOGGLE ON/OFF Press Press ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 90 Press ON / OFF BACKLIGHT TIMEOUT PERIOD Press Press GAS TYPE, VOC GAS SETUP MAX. VALUE, Press HIGH ALARM, LOW ALARM Press BLUETOOTH ON / OFF Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 91: Sensor Setup

    Press Press Press Press TOXIC TOGGLE SENSOR ** SHOW SENSOR STATUS ON/OFF (REPEATS AS Press Press NECESSARY) Press Press TOGGLE SHOW SENSOR SENSOR ** STATUS Press ON/OFF Press Press Press RETURN TO INSTRUMENT ** IF INSTALLED OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 92: 12.10 Voc Gas Setup

    VOC GAS TOGGLE ON/OFF (See PID Setup, chapter 4.5) Press FAVORITES See PID Setup, chapter 4.5) SETUP Press See PID Setup, GAS SETUP chapter 4.5) Press CUSTOM See PID Setup, GAS SETUP chapter 4.5 BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 93: Changeable Feature Summary

    Show Last Cal Date CAL OPTIONS Show Cal Due CAL OPTIONS Cal Password Required CAL OPTIONS Backlight Enabled Backlight Duration 10 s INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Display Contrast Factory-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Language User-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Date, Time User-set INSTRUMENT OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 94 Datalog Interval 3 min INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Custom Logo Screen Factory-set Certified service center Device S/N Factory-set Company Name Blank Dept./User Name Blank VOC RF ON/OFF INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Bump Due ON/OFF Bump Interval Cal Due Interval INSTRUMENT OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X PID...

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