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  • Page 1 1, 2, 3, and 4-Gas Detector Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Information - Read First ..... . . 1 Parts of the GasAlertQuattro ......4 Screen Elements .

  • Page 4: Limited Warranty And Limitation Liability

    Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell USA: 1-888-749-8878 Canada: 1-800-663-4164 Europe: +44(0) 1295 700300 Other countries: +1-403-248-9226 Email us at: info@gasmonitors.com Visit BW Technologies by Honeywell’s website at: www.gasmonitors.com...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference the detector may be impaired. Read the following Cautions Guide provided on the CD-ROM. The GasAlertQuattro gas before using the detector. detector (“the detector”) is designed to warn of hazardous gas levels above user-defined alarm setpoints.
  • Page 6 180 days (6 months). sensor outputs. • Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas • Extended exposure of the GasAlertQuattro to certain in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen. concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress •...
  • Page 7 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. • Warning: Do not use any other lithium batteries with the GasAlertQuattro detector. Use of any other cell can cause fire and/or explosion. To order and replace the QT-BAT-R01 lithium battery, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

  • Page 8: Parts Of The Gasalertquattro

    GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Parts of the GasAlertQuattro Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description IntelliFlash Liquid crystal display Pushbutton Alligator clip (green LED) (LCD) Visual alarm indicator Combustible (LEL) Audible alarm Battery pack (red LED) sensor Hydrogen sulfide Carbon monoxide...

  • Page 9: Screen Elements

    GasAlertQuattro Screen Elements Screen Elements...

  • Page 10: Pushbutton

    GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Pushbutton Pushbutton Description • To activate the detector, press and hold C in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas and in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen. • To deactivate the detector, press and hold C during the powering off countdown. Release when OFF displays.

  • Page 11: Sensor Poisons And Contaminants

    Silicone cleaners Brake cleaners repellents and protectants Caution and sprays Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell Silicone based recommended products and procedures: Lubricants adhesives, sealants, Lubricants and gels • Use water based cleaners.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Gas Cylinder To The Detector

    GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector...

  • Page 13: Calibration

    This calibration procedure is written as the procedure is intended. If an error or alarm screen displays, refer to Calibration Trouble- shooting in the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Guide. Caution 2. The detector activates again...
  • Page 14 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual If the IR Lock option is enabled, the 6. The detector then begins following screen displays to indicate calibrating the sensors. The calibration can only be performed following activities occur during using an IR device (MicroDock II or the span: IR Link).
  • Page 15 If a sensor fails or an error screen displays, refer to Calibration Troubleshooting in the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Guide. 9. All successfully calibrated sensors automatically reset to the number of days defined in the Cal Interval field in Fleet Manager II.

  • Page 16: Bump Test

    GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Bump Test Attach and tighten the calibration cap onto the detector and apply gas. Verify the visual, audible, and A bump test applies test gas to force the detector into alarm. A vibrator alarms activate. bump test should be performed regularly to confirm the sensors are responding correctly to gas, and that the audible, visual and Close the regulator and remove the calibration cap.

  • Page 17: Alarms

    GasAlertQuattro Alarms Alarms Refer to the following table for information about alarms and corresponding screens. For more information about alarms refer to the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Guide. Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Low Alarm TWA Alarm • Slow siren (upward tone) •...
  • Page 18 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Multi Alarm Over Limit (OL) Alarm • Alternating low and high alarm • Fast siren (downward tone) siren and flash • Fast flash • Black box around gas flashes • Black box around gas flashes •...

  • Page 19: Intelliflash (Green Led)

    GasAlertQuattro Alarms Alarm Screen Alarm Screen Low Battery Alarm Confidence/compliance Beep • Sequence of 10 rapid sirens • One beep every 1-120 seconds and alternating flashes with (beep frequency is defined with 7 seconds of silence in between Confidence/compliance Beep...

  • Page 20: User Options And Sensor Configuration

    The following section describes some of the configuration firmation that the detector is operating correctly. options available in the detector. Refer to the GasAlertQuattro Frequency of the beep is defined with the Confidence/ Technical Reference Guide and Fleet Manager II Operator’s Compliance Beep Interval option (every 1-120 seconds).
  • Page 21 GasAlertQuattro User Options and Sensor Configuration • Force Bump: If enabled, during startup if the sensor(s) is The total number of 8-hour days datalogs that can be past due for a bump test, a bump test should be performed recorded is assuming 90% of the day has no gas concen- and the overdue sensor(s) must enter into alarm.
  • Page 22 • TWA Method: Select either the US Occupational Safety sor. Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints for factory and Health Administration (OSHA) or the American Con- defined alarm setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro Technical ference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) Reference Guide.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    GasAlertQuattro Maintenance Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Rechargeable Battery Capacity Guide. A rechargeable battery’s runtime decreases approximately 20% • 10% LEL (of reading) Over-span: If enabled, the detector over a two-year period of typical use. automatically over-spans the LEL sensor by 10% of the Battery Pack Retaining Screw span concentration.
  • Page 24 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Before replacing the battery pack, ensure the seal on the instrument and battery pack is free of debris and moisture. Insert a new battery pack. Insert the bottom of the battery pack first, then lower the top into place. Press until the release tab engages.
  • Page 25 GasAlertQuattro Maintenance Note Replacing the Alkaline Batteries The time required to charge will increase if the detector is Warning activated. To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector, Connect the charging adapter to the detector IR use only BW recommended alkaline batteries. Refer to receptacle.
  • Page 26 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Using the tab, pull on the ejector bar. Remove the spent batteries. Reset the ejector bar to its original flat position. Ensure the ejector bar engages the release clasp. To the left of the tab, pull up on the ejector bar.

  • Page 27: Weee Directive And Battery Directive

    GasAlertQuattro WEEE Directive and Battery Directive WEEE Directive and Battery Directive Insert the new batteries. Position the positive end of the battery at a 30° angle and insert into the battery Failure to comply with the following battery removal and dis- pack before pushing the negative end down.

  • Page 28: Removal And Disposal Of The Coin Cell

    GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Removal and Disposal of the Coin Cell Press and hold C to deactivate the detector. The detector contains a coin cell to power the real-time clock. If the battery pack has not yet been removed, refer to...
  • Page 29 GasAlertQuattro Removal and Disposal of the Coin Cell Replacing the Sensors...
  • Page 30 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Warning Replace the six machine screws using 3-4 in. lbs torque. Do not overtighten the screws. Replace the To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, only use battery pack. sensors that are specifically designed for the detector.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    GasAlertQuattro Specifications Specifications Before reassembling the detector, ensure the sealing surfaces on the front and rear shells is free of debris Instrument dimensions: 13 x 8.1 x 4.7 cm and moisture. (5.1 x 3.2 x 1.5 in.) Replace the front shell. Press the front and rear Weight: shells together firmly to ensure a proper seal.

  • Page 32: Audible Alarm

    IntelliFlash: Green light-emitting diode. Flash frequency is E.g., QA111-001000 = 2011 year of manufacture user-defined with IntelliFlash interval option Approved lithium battery for GasAlertQuattro product: Confidence/compliance beep: Audible beep from variable Lithium-ion polymer (QT-BAT-R01) as per standards UL913, pulsed beeper. Beep frequency is user-defined with confidence/...
  • Page 33 EN 60079-0, EN 60079-11, EN 60079-26 (2010)). IECEx Ex ia IIC T4Ga IECEx CSA 09.0006 Approved alkaline battery pack for GasAlertQuattro IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-11, IEC 60079-26 (QT-BAT-A01): as per standards UL913, EN60079-11, BAM 11 ATEX 1102 X EN 60079-29-1 EN60079-0, EC 60079-0, IEC 60079-11, C22.2 No.

  • Page 34: Atex Performance Approval

    Cross-sensitivities described in the sensor Operating environment: The operating environment ranges manufacturer’s data sheet must be considered. that apply for use of the GasAlertQuattro according to ATEX Response time verification: Before use, confirm that the gas performance approvals for LEL and oxygen measurements are detector’s response time is fast enough to trigger alarms so that...
  • Page 35 GasAlertQuattro ATEX Performance Approval Instrument configuration: FleetManager II version 2.6.0 (or Special conditions for safe use - oxygen measurement higher) must be used to make configuration changes to the Performance approval: The EC type examination certificate GasAlertQuattro applies to the measurement of oxygen up to 25% (v/v).
  • Page 36 Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference tests of a notified body would be required in addition to this cer- Guide. tificate for ATEX performance approval of the GasAlertQuattro with respect to other combustible gases. Measuring values from -6% LEL to +3% LEL are indicated as “0% LEL”...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    GasAlertQuattro Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If the problem persists, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell. Problem Possible Cause Solution Startup Replacing the Alkaline Replace alkaline batteries. Refer to Batteries on page 21. Depleted batteries The detector does not Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack Refer to activate.
  • Page 38 20.9% oxygen. A new sensor has been Calibrate the sensor. inserted General fault. Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell. The activation startup self-test Startup Troubleshooting fails. Refer to . If required, refer to Sensor error.
  • Page 39 Replacing the Sensor Filter Sensor filter is blocked. Refer to on page 26. Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro Alarm setpoint(s) are set Technical Reference Guide. Define the alarm setpoints in Fleet incorrectly. Manager II.
  • Page 40 Detector is operating normally. Use caution in suspect areas. exposed to a puff of the target Check peak gas exposure reading. gas. Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro Detector intermittently enters Alarm setpoints are set Technical Reference Guide. Define the alarm setpoints in Fleet alarm without reason.
  • Page 41 GasAlertQuattro Troubleshooting Startup Troubleshooting Table 1: Startup Troubleshooting Error Screen Problem Solution Error Screen Problem Solution Press C and calibrate Auto-zero Error Calibrate the sensor. Last Calibration Failed the sensor(s) Sensor(s) failed immediately. Refer to auto-zero Displays when Calibration the last page 9.
  • Page 42 GasAlertQuattro Operator’s Manual Table 1: Startup Troubleshooting Error Screen Problem Solution Error Screen Problem Solution All Sensors Fail A failure of all sensors Calibration Press to continue If the Lockout on can be caused by Overdue and calibrate the Self-test Error...
  • Page 43 Apply gas Test immediately or use Caution If the Force the MicroDock II BW Technologies by Honeywell recommends to bump Bump Test station, otherwise option is enabled, press to deactivate test the sensors before each day’s use to confirm their the sensors must the detector.
  • Page 44 LInk or MicroDock II). calibrate screen displays. For manual calibration, refer to Calibrating Detector does not Using an IR Device in enter calibration. the GasAlertQuattro Displays OFF and Technical Reference then deactivates. Guide. For automated calibration, refer to the MicroDock II User Manual.

  • Page 45: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    GasAlertQuattro Replacement Parts and Accessories Replacement Parts and Accessories Model No. Description Gas Cylinders and Kits a Warning Quad gas cylinder: CH -2.5%, To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector, -18.0%, H S-25 ppm, CO- CG-Q58-4 use only the specified replacement parts.
  • Page 46 GA-VPA-1 Vehicle power adapter Hard sided carrying case for GA-PA-1 Replacement power adapter SPAK-CC1 GasAlertQuattro and/or IR Devices motorized Sampling Pump GasAlertQuattro IR connectivity Replacement Parts GA-USB1-IR QT-SCREW- Replacement screw kit (40 DOCK2-2-1 screws and screwdriver) GasAlertQuattro docking module C1N-00-N...
  • Page 48 50104941-023 D6445/2 (English) © 2012 BW Technologies by Honeywell. All rights reserved.

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