Rotem RAM GENE-1 Operating Manual

Rotem RAM GENE-1 Operating Manual

Contamination & radiation meter

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RAM GENE-1
ERK
MK- & MK-
Contamination & Radiation Meter
Operating Manual
Document #PRIR90N2.DOC
Version 2.4 – September 2017

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  • Page 1 RAM GENE-1 MK- & MK- Contamination & Radiation Meter Operating Manual Document #PRIR90N2.DOC Version 2.4 – September 2017...
  • Page 3 Its distribution is limited to company employees and customer consultants of RAM GENE-1 radiation meter, for the sole purpose of the RAM GENE-1 operation. The contents of this manual may not be disclosed to other persons in any form, or reproduced wholly or partially, without the prior written consent of Rotem Industries.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3.5 Alarms ..........................8 3.6 Battery Replacement ......................9 3.7 Using Chargeable Batteries ..................... 10 4. Calibration ..........................10 4.1 Calibration with a Contamination Source ..............10 5. Measuring Units Selection ....................12 Page 2 RAM GENE-1 ERK / Operating Manual...
  • Page 5: Ram Gene-1

    When the meter is turned off, the last threshold value and the calibration factor are kept in memory. The RAM GENE-1 meter can be ordered with a PELICAN suitcase or a leather case, for protection against mechanical damages. 1.3. Ordering Information Item Description Model No.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    0.01 μSv/h to 7200 μSv/h (0.001 mR/h to 720 mR/h) Accuracy ±10% of reading Temperature range Operation: -10C to +50C (15F to 122F) Storage: -20C to +60C (-5F to 140F) Humidity range 40% to 95% RH (non condensing) Page 4 RAM GENE-1 ERK / Operating Manual...
  • Page 7 1700 7.56 I () Th (α) 4600 Am (α) 5400 Co (γ) 1200 Minimum detectable level calculations are based on background reading of 1 cps, and the confidence level is 99%.   RAM GENE-1 ERK/ Operating Manual Page 5...
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Readout: Values through 9999 are expressed in 1 to 4 digits. For higher values, a factor of 1000 will be indicated by displaying E. For example: 10,400 = 10.4E, 127,000 = 127E Page 6 RAM GENE-1 ERK / Operating Manual...
  • Page 9: Threshold Selection

    3.4.1. Enter threshold mode by pressing the RESET (LIGHT) push-button for two seconds. The reading will be zero, and later on the thr. LCDs will be displayed to indicate that the threshold setting mode is activated.   RAM GENE-1 ERK/ Operating Manual Page 7...
  • Page 10: Alarms

    Overflow alarm: If the displayed count rate is over the measuring range (42000 cps, 999000 cpm, 720 mR.h, 7200 µSv/h), the OFLO LCDs blinks on the display and an interrupted audible alarm is activated. To mute the audible alarm, press the SPEAKER push-button. Page 8 RAM GENE-1 ERK / Operating Manual...
  • Page 11: Battery Replacement

    The battery compartment is located at the back of the instrument. To replace the battery, slide out the battery compartment cover carefully. Use one 9-Volt alkaline battery; be sure to connect it with the right polarity. Figure 3 RAM GENE-1 Battery Compartment  ...
  • Page 12: Using Chargeable Batteries

    3.7. Using Chargeable batteries The RAM GENE-1 has the capability to connect to an external power transformer which provides 9V DC 0.5A. Power. This input can also be used to charge chargeable batteries. In order to make your instrument compatible to using chargeable batteries, you need to solder a jumper into E1 holes.
  • Page 13 The calibration factor value can be 0.60 to 1.40 stored in the EEPROM. Check again the meter reading in the known radiation field. Slide down to calibration mode Battery housing Red Dip-switch   RAM GENE-1 ERK/ Operating Manual Page 11...
  • Page 14: Measuring Units Selection

    U22 - CPM-uSv/h Each press on the SPK push button will move from one to other measuring unit. To save the new measuring unit Press on the LIGHT& SPK for 10 second again. Page 12 RAM GENE-1 ERK / Operating Manual...

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