G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Table of Contents MANUAL GUIDELINES ..................5 Document History ................... 5 Safety Related Information ................5 Notes ......................5 INTRODUCTION ....................6 The G200 Analyser ..................6 The G210 Analyser ..................7 Instrument Components - Standard Product ............8 G200 RANGE OPTIONAL PRODUCTS AND ACCESSORIES ........
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 5.12.6 Monitor (G200 ONLY) ................29 TAKING READINGS..................31 Preliminary Checks - Best Practice ..............31 G200 Gas Measurement Process – Best Practice ..........32 G210 Gas Measurement Process – Best Practice ..........33 CALIBRATION ....................34 User Calibration ....................
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Manual Guidelines 1.1 Document History Issued Issue Change Issue Reason for Date Control ID Change Nov 2009 OMG200UK 1.21 New Instructions. Feb 2010 OMG200N 1.22 New Instructions. Inclusion of the G210 model. Mar 2010 OMG200N 1.23 New Instructions.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Introduction This manual explains how to use the instrument model types listed below: • G200 N 0 0-1,000ppm (plus 10,000 range low resolution) • G210 N 0 0-100%+CO 0-2,000ppm+O 0-100%+CO 0-500ppm The G200 analyser is specifically designed to safety check background levels of N O (0- 1,000ppm) in medical applications.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 • Four modes of operation: personal safety - TWA 8 hour read back; room monitor – background levels, user defined times; leak mode – 1-10,000ppm fast response; and standard measuring. 2.2 The G210 Analyser The G210 analyser is specifically designed for highly accurate measurement and verification of the quality of piped N O and O gases in hospitals.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 G200 Range Optional Products and Accessories 3.1 Optional Products The G200 analyser range has a number of optional products for purchase which enhance the usability and enable further analysis of data and reading information. Note: For more information on the features listed in this section please contact Sales at Geotech (UK) Limited on +44(0)1926 338111 or email Sales@geotech.co.uk.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 pressure of the gas needs to be reduced before it is passed to the instrument. This reduces the pressure to 100mbar suitable for the instrument. It is recommended that the operator uses the pressure regulator kit supplied by Geotech (UK) Limited. Warning Do NOT use the instrument at full piped pressure (maximum pressure 300mbar).
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 3.2 Instrument Accessory Products Optional accessory and replacement parts may be purchased for the G200 range from Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Limited direct. Please refer to the website www.geotech.co.uk for further details on pricing and how to order. Description Mfr Order Code...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Instrument Features 4.1 Physical Characteristics of the Instrument Panel Front View: Reference: Main Read Screen Soft-Keys On/Off Key Pump Key Key 4 – Scroll Left Key 8 – Scroll Down Menu Key Enter Key Key 2 – Scroll Up Key 6 –...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 4.2 Panel Key Functions Front Panel: Description Function Main Read Screen Where gas readings are displayed. Soft-Keys The function of the three ‘soft-keys’ on the front of the instrument panel is determined by menu options taken. Functions vary dependant upon analyser model and from screen to screen.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 4.3 Instrument Connection Points Top View: Side View: Top View: Gas Inlet Gas inlet point used to attach the sample tube and sample filter in order to take the gas reading. Gas Outlet Gas outlet port used to exhaust the gas. Side View: USB Cable Attachment Point Used to connect the analyser to a PC via a...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 5.0 General Operational Instructions 5.1 Switching the Instrument On To switch on the instrument, press the ‘On/Off’ key briefly. There will be a short beep and a slight pause followed by the Geotech logo. The power on self-test will commence. Assuming there are no warnings to display the instrument will continue to the ‘Main Read Screen’.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Enter Site The operator can choose upper and lowercase characters. Press the ‘Menu’ key again to choose lowercase characters. Use the numeric keypad on the instrument to select the appropriate letter, i.e. to select A ‘Key 2’, to select B ‘Key 2’ twice (just like on a mobile phone).
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Note: A red backlight is displayed if the pump is stalled or the alarm is activated. For further information, please refer to section ‘5.12.2.3 Alarms’ or section ‘5.12.2.5 Flow Fail’. 5.5 Changing Between Parameters By default, the instrument displays the ‘Main Read Screen’ (for gas measurement). The instrument will return to this screen after power on or when returning from the menus.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 icon changes to a flashing plug symbol. This will stop flashing when the charge is complete. 5.10 Instrument Main Read Screen After the analyser has been switched on and the warm-up self-tests completed the analyser will display the following screen. Main Read Screen Soft-Keys: Peak...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 The current mode of operation can be identified by the status of the soft-key which is inversed whilst in the hold phase. Hold Reading Logged Reading: Logged readings need to be configured and initiated via the ‘Utilities’ menu by pressing ‘Key 6 - Logging’.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Soft-Keys: Delete - Enables the operator to backspace delete digits keyed in the ‘Enter Site’ field. Find - Enables the operator to search and find pre-stored IDs. Exit - Enables the operator to exit the ‘Enter Site ID’ screen and return to the ‘Main Read Screen’.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 5.12.2 Utilities The ‘Utilities’ option enables the operator to configure instrument settings prior to taking readings. From the ‘Main Read Screen’ press the ‘Menu’ key on the instrument panel. Press ‘Key 2’ to display the ‘Utilities’ menu and the following screen is displayed: G210 Utilities Menu Note: The ‘Utilities’...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 From the ‘Main Read Screen’ press the ‘Menu’ key on the instrument panel. Press ‘Key 2’ to display the ‘Utilities’ menu. Press ‘Key 2’ to select the instrument panel contrast settings and the following screen is displayed: Adjust Contrast Press ‘Key 3 - Scroll Left’...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Press the appropriate key/option number to maintain the alarm settings. Select from the following: 1-Enabled/Disabled Toggle between disabled and enabled alarm status. 2-Max Sets the upper limit alarm setting. 3-Min Sets the minimum alarm setting. The default is 0. Select the option key to modify followed by the soft-key ‘Accept’...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Note: Dirty or discoloured filters should be changed before use. Filters that have drawn in water should be changed immediately to prevent damage to the instrument. From the ‘Main Read Screen’ press the ‘Menu’ key on the instrument panel. Press ‘Key 2’...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 5.12.2.6 Logging Data logging mode can be started or stopped via ‘Key 6 - Logging’ accessed from the ‘Utilities’ menu. Press ‘Key 4 – Start/Stop Logging’ to start and stop data logging. Whilst in data logging mode the instrument will automatically record data at the preset intervals, including running the pump for a preset time.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 The following warning message will be displayed ‘This will clear user calibration and readings! Are you sure?’ The operator is prompted to either select the ‘Accept’ button to continue or select the ‘Exit’ button to abort the reset operation. If the operator chooses to accept a confirmation code (12345678) must be entered to confirm that a reset is really required.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 1-Delete All Enables the operator to delete all the readings stored, 2-Filter Used to refine/filter the range of readings displayed by ID or date ranges. Press between two dates, after a date, before a date or all dates. 3-Go to Enables the operator to jump to the first or last reading in the memory or any other reading.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 5) Select the ‘Accept’ button to confirm the filter selection. 5.12.4.3 Goto The ‘Goto’ function enables the operator to view the first, last or specific number of reading stored. 1) From the ‘Main Read Screen’ press the ‘Menu’ key on the instrument panel. 2) Press ‘Key 4 - View Data’.
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 stores an average N O reading every 15 minutes. This is used to calculate and display a long term eight hour TWA (time weighted average) reading which is the operator’s personal exposure level to N O over their working day (often called OEL - occupational exposure limit).
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Taking Readings 6.1 Preliminary Checks - Best Practice Prior to use, it is good practice to ensure that: Step 1 The instrument has the correct time and date set. Step 2 Check that the sample filter is fitted and that it is clean and dry.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 6.2 G200 Gas Measurement Process – Best Practice Depending on preferences the exact reading procedure can change. The following methods are considered best practice and when followed correctly will allow quick and consistent readings to be recorded. Make sure you have carried out...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 6.3 G210 Gas Measurement Process – Best Practice Make sure that you have (Switch on) carried out Run a Main Read Instrument all the Clean Air Start Screen warm up preliminary Purge checks prior to taking a reading Wait for Main Press the...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Calibration 7.1 User Calibration The G200 range of instruments is fully calibrated during manufacture and when returned for service. However, to improve accuracy between services a user/field calibration can be performed. This section sets out the correct procedures to achieve an accurate user calibration. Note: If the calibration is completed incorrectly it may decrease the accuracy of the instrument.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 7.4 Calibration Equipment The diagram below displays the regulator and tubing equipment for user calibration: • Certified calibration gas in 58 litre gas canisters is supplied with the Geotech calibration kit. Please refer to the Geotech website www.geotech.co.uk for further information.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 7.5.1 Zero Calibration For maximum accuracy it is recommended that the measurement channel is zeroed using bottled gas (certified 100% N ). However, if nitrogen gas is not available the optional soda lime CO filter kit can be fitted to the gas inlet. This allows the user to perform a zero using normal air as the soda lime CO filter will absorb virtually all CO from...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 open regulator valve to allow the gas to flow. Press the ‘Start’ key and wait for the reading to stabilise. This can take a couple of minutes. Press the ‘Pump’ key to draw sample gas. Once a stable reading is shown press the soft-key ‘Accept’. A successful span calibration message will then be displayed.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Failed user zero for selected Type (N or Air) and Reading Failed user span for selected Target Value, Gas Reading Failed user span for selected Target Value, Gas Reading Return to factory settings Note: If the calibration failed, then try again using a longer purge time or different target gas.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 7.9 G200 Range Calibration – Best Practice Main menu Attach tubing and Go on to the Zero with N START select Field calibration gas Zero gas Zero with Air? Calibration cannister process NOT best practice Select Option 1 Completed OK Wait for gas to WAIT...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Problem Solving This section outlines various warning and error messages which the operator may receive during general operation of the instrument. For further assistance please contact Technical Support at Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Limited on +44(0)1926 338111 or email technical@geotech.co.uk.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 8.3 Self-test Warning Messages The following warnings may be displayed during the self-test period when the instrument is switched ON. Warning Description Check The instrument only has space to store less than 50 readings Memory before it is full. The exact number can be checked using the ‘View Readings’...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Warning Description Change CO The carbon monoxide cell has not been changed for at least 2 Cell years; its performance and accuracy may be impaired. The instrument will need to be returned to the manufacturer for service.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 8.4 User Calibration Trouble Shooting Error Remedy User Zero failed A possible reason for this is that the instrument is trying to zero to a level which is outside the predetermined range set when the unit was calibrated at the factory. To rectify this, first ensure the unit contains absolutely none of the gas which is being zeroed by flushing thoroughly with nitrogen.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Zero Calibration (Curve 2) This corrects the entire curve for lamp and filter variations caused by aging and user induced drift due to dirt etc. If done correctly there is often no need to complete a span calibration. However, a poor calibration[A] will result in a span error as shown with the zero indicating a small error [B] but a significant span error [C].
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Note: To compensate for the influence of N O on the CO it is important the Zero and O Span calibrations do not contain CO CO Cell: Carbon monoxide is measured by an electrochemical gas sensor. It is not affected by the other measurement gases but can have cross interference from gases not normally present in medical supply gases and suffers virtually no influence from CO S, NO...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Service The G200 and G210 instruments should be regularly serviced to ensure correct operation and accurate readings. The manufacturer recommends a full service and recalibration every 12 months. Depending on usage the O cell should be replaced every 2-3 years. The CO cell will require replacement after 1 or 2 years again depending on usage.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 10.0 Warranty Policy This instrument is guaranteed, to the original end user purchaser, against defect in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of the shipment to the user. During this period Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Limited will repair or replace defective parts on an exchange basis.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 11.0 Technical Specification 11.1 G200 G200 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION POWER SUPPLY Battery type Li Ion Battery life >10 Hours (8 hours with pump) Battery lifetime >300 Cycles Battery charger 5v DC external power supply and internal charging circuit Charge time <3 Hours Alternative power...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 G200 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Operating temperature 5°C to 40°C Barometric pressure 500 to 1500mb Relative humidity 5% to 95% non condensing IP rating IP40 PHYSICAL Weight 500 grams Size L 165mm, W100mm, D55mm Case material ABS / Polypropylene with silicone rubber inserts Keys 17 resin capped silicone rubber keys...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 11.2 G210 G210 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION POWER SUPPLY Battery type Li Ion Battery life >10 Hours (8 hours with pump) Battery lifetime >300 Cycles Battery charger 5v DC external power supply and internal charging circuit Charge time <3 Hours Alternative power USB connector...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 G210 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GAS RANGES (continued) Measurement Resolution: 1ppm accuracy Accuracy: ±5.0% of range @ constant temperature and pressure Temperature dependence: Zero reading ±5ppm over operating temperature range Pressure dependence: TBA Response time, T ≤20 seconds ≤60 seconds Conditions during factory calibration, typically 22 C, 1000mBar...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 12.0 Event Log The following events are recorded in the instrument’s event log. The event log can only be downloaded using the additional Analyser Data Manager software. Please refer to the Analyser Data Manager software manual for further details. Data Event Cold Start/Reset...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 User calibration set zero failed Target, Reading User calibration set span failed Target, Reading Attempt to store when readings memory full Readings memory nearly full Limit, Actual Flow fail current limit exceeded Limit, Actual Automatic power off Change logging mode Status, Interval, Pump time Change logging mode ID...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 14.0 Important Notice to All Customers WEEE COMPLIANT The wheelie bin symbol now displayed on equipment supplied by Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Limited signifies that the apparatus must not be disposed of through the normal municipal waste stream but through a registered recycling scheme. The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive (WEEE) makes producers responsible from July 1 2007 in meeting their obligations, with the fundamental aim of reducing the...
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 15.0 EC Declaration of Conformity Products • G200 range of gas analysers Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Limited declares that the item(s) described above is/are in compliance with the following standards: EMC Directive 2004/108/EC EN 50270 :2006 Electromagnetic compatibility. Electrical apparatus for the detection and measurement of combustible gases, toxic gases or oxygen.
G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 16.0 Glossary of Terms Analyser error messages For a list of standard error codes and for more information, please refer to section ‘8.0 Problem Solving’ of the operating manual. Analyser warnings There are two types of warning messages displayed;...
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 reading interval and pump run-time may be adjusted prior to commencing the logging cycle. Download Terminology used to describe the transfer of data from the analyser to a PC via Analyser Data Manager. Event log Record of significant events in the life of the analyser.
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 Nitrogen gas. Nitrous oxide gas. Oxygen gas (typically 20.9% in air, measured via electro-chemical cell). Occupational Exposure Limits. Over range codes Over range codes are errors above the maximum allowed reading and will be displayed with more than chevrons (>>.>).
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G200 Analyser Range OMG200N1.23 analyser is switched on and lasts approximately 30-40 seconds. Warranty The instrument is guaranteed against defect in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment to the user and is subject to the recommended service and recalibration requirements.
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