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RP-3R Pump for GX-3R and GX-3R Pro Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0495 Revision: 0 Released: 7/26/24 RKI Instruments, Inc. www.rkiinstruments.com...
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We do not assume indemnification for any accident or damage caused by the operation of this gas monitor and our warranty is limited to the replacement of parts or our complete goods. Warranty covers parts and labor performed at RKI Instruments, Inc. only, and does not cover field labor or shipment of parts back to RKI.
Not tested in oxygen enriched atmospheres (above 21%). CAUTION: Read and understand the GX-3R and GX-3R Pro Operator’s Manual before using the RP-3R. RP-3R Pump for GX-3R and GX-3R Pro Operator’s Manual • 3...
This manual describes the RP-3R pump, RP-3R maintenance, and operation of the RP-3R with the GX-3R and GX-3R Pro. A parts list at the end of this manual lists replacement parts and accessories for the RP-3R. Specifications Table 1 lists specifications for the RP-3R pump.
Description The RP-3R pump is a sample drawing accessory for the GX-3R and GX-3R Pro. It consists of the pump unit and the rubber sample nipple. Sensor Adapter Retaining Tab Lever Inlet Fitting RESET POWER Rubber Sample Nipple PO WER...
When installed, the text on the front of the GX- 3R/GX-3R Pro and RP-3R should be facing the same way. A black retaining tab lever on the left side of the RP-3R makes installing/removing the GX-3R or GX-3R Pro easier.
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RESET RESET 1. Push black retaining tab POWER POWER lever toward pump unit POWER POWER FLOW RP-3R Figure 2: Connecting the RP-3R to the GX-3R RP-3R Pump for GX-3R and GX-3R Pro Operator’s Manual Normal Operation • 7...
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RP-3R Figure 3: Connecting the Optional Hose and Probe 7. Turn on the RP-3R by pressing and holding the POWER button until the RP-3R beeps and the POWER LED turns green. WARNING: While the GX-3R or GX-3R Pro is installed in the RP-3R, the pump must be on for the GX-3R or GX-3R Pro to function as a gas detection monitor.
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11. Turn off the GX-3R or GX-3R Pro. 12. Press the black retaining tab lever on the left side of the RP-3R. WARNING: Removing the GX-3R or GX-3R Pro from the RP-3R without pressing the black retaining tab lever may result in damage to the RP-3R.
65 seconds FLOW LED flashes yellow 1. With the RP-3R turned on, press and hold the POWER button for 1 second. 2. The FLOW LED will change state (ie. from flashing to steady or vice versa). NOTE: At temperatures below -10°C, the RP-3R must operate in higher-flow mode.
Gently pull out the rubber gasket with needle nose pliers taking care not to damage the gasket. The GX-3R version of the RP-3R has a clear spacer below the gasket that may come out. The GX-3R Pro version of the RP-3R does not have this spacer.
AA alkaline battery 80-0009RK-XX Sample hose (optional). Replace “XX” with length in feet. Available lengths for the RP-3R are 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 75, 100 feet. 80-0172 Sample probe with dust filter and hydrophobic filter 12 •...
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