BLACKLINE EXO 8 Getting Started Manual

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EXO 8 GETTING STARTED GUIDE

EXO 8 is a cloud-connected area monitor that continuously measures gas and gamma

concentrations in the ambient environment at sites, facilities, and fence lines. EXO activates

notifications when concentrations of toxic and combustible gases or gamma radiation exceeds

configured setpoints.

HARDWARE

EXO is available in two versions: EXO 8 (EX8N) and EXO 8 Gamma (EX8G). Both versions are

available in Pump and Diffusion configurations, providing flexibility for different monitoring

applications.

Pump

The Pump configuration can be used to remotely

sample up to four confined spaces or locations.

EXO 8 GAMMA

EXO 8 Gamma is equipped with a factory-installed gamma radiation sensor, which is compatible

with both the pump and diffusion configurations

continuously measures both gas and gamma radiation concentrations in your environment.

NOTE:

Gamma sensors are factory-installed only and cannot be installed post-purchase.

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Diffusion

The Diffusion configuration effectively monitors

and measures ambient gas concentrations.

When the gamma sensor is installed, EXO 8

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Page 1 HARDWARE EXO is available in two versions: EXO 8 (EX8N) and EXO 8 Gamma (EX8G). Both versions are available in Pump and Diffusion configurations, providing flexibility for different monitoring applications.
Page 2 Setup wizard. Use any of the following EXO accessories to charge EXO: Trickle charger • Solar panel • Quick charger • ©2025 Blackline Safety Corp EXO 8 Getting Started Guide | 2 Rev. 02 2025-04-11...
Page 3 EXO 8 GETTING STARTED GUIDE NOTIFICATIONS EXO 8 communicates notifications using lights, sound, and an on-screen message specific to the event. You must acknowledge notifications and address the triggering conditions before you can clear the notifications from the device. IMPORTANT: Follow your company’s safety protocol for responding to notifications.
Page 4: Gas Sampling
GAS SAMPLING EXO 8 Pump has four inlets. When connected to tubing, the inlets allow a single EXO to monitor multiple remote areas. Inlets must be assigned before they are functional.
Page 5: Learn More
Bump testing and calibration verify that your device’s gas sensors and notification indicators are functioning correctly. NOTE: If you bump test or calibrate EXO 8 Diffusion in a windy environment, you must use the wind guard. NOTE: Manual calibration is not required for the gamma sensor, as the sensor is factory calibrated.