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GasAlertMicroClip Introduction Safety Information - Read First The quick reference guide provides basic information for the Use the detector only as specified in this guide and the user GasAlertMicroClip. Refer to the user manual on the accompa- manual, otherwise the protection provided by the detector may nying CD-ROM for complete operating instructions.
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide • Caution: High off-scale readings may indicate an • The combustible sensor is factory calibrated to 50% explosive concentration. LEL methane. If monitoring a different combustible gas in the %LEL range, calibrate the sensor using • Any rapid up scaling reading followed by a declining the appropriate gas.
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GasAlertMicroClip Parts of the GasAlertMicroClip Parts of the GasAlertMicroClip Item Description Visual alarm indicators (LEDs) Alligator clip Charging connector / IR interface Pushbutton Carbon monoxide (CO) sensor Hydrogen sulfide (H S) sensor Oxygen (O ) sensor Combustible (LEL) sensor Audible alarm Liquid crystal display (LCD)
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide Display Elements Item Description Alarm condition Automatically zero sensor Numeric value Stealth mode Battery life indicator Gas identifier bars Gas cylinder Automatically span sensor...
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GasAlertMicroClip Pushbuttons Pushbuttons Pushbutton Description • To activate the detector, press C. • To deactivate the detector, press and hold C until the OFF countdown is complete and the LCD deactivates. • To view the TWA, STEL, and maximum (MAX) hold readings, press C twice. To clear the TWA, STEL, and MAX readings, press C when the LCD displays RESET.
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Silicone based Lubricants adhesives, sealants, Lubricants Caution and gels Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell Hand/body and recommended products and procedures: Rust Rust inhibitors medicinal creams inhibitors • Use water based cleaners.
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GasAlertMicroClip Calibration Calibration Procedure Display Procedure Display 4. When flashes, connect the gas Caution cylinder (refer to page 8) and apply gas Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of at a flow rate of 250-500 ml/min. hazardous gas. After a sufficient amount of gas has been Do not calibrate the detector during or detected (approximately 30 seconds), the...
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide Attach the Gas Cylinder to the Detector...
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide Alarms Refer to the following table for information about alarms and corresponding screens. Alarm Display Alarm Display Low Alarm TWA Alarm • Slow siren • Slow siren • Slow alternating flash • Slow alternating flash • L and gas bar flash •...
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GasAlertMicroClip Alarms Alarm Display Alarm Display Sensor Alarm Automatic Shutdown Alarm • Err displays • Eight beeps and eight flashes • LOW BAT and L display • Vibrator alarm temporarily activates • OFF displays before deactivating Low Battery Alarm Confidence Beep (Confidence beep disabled) •...
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide User Options Menu • Auto-Zero Startup: When enabled, the detector auto- matically auto zeros the H S, CO, and LEL sensors To modify the user options, connect the detector to the IR Link during the startup self-test. adapter and open Soft Tools or Fleet Manager II.
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GasAlertMicroClip Charging the Detector • Force Calibration When Overdue: When enabled, the To charge the battery, complete the following: detector automatically enters calibration during startup Deactivate the detector. Insert the charging for overdue sensors. If the sensors are not calibrated adapter plug into an AC outlet.
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide Allow the battery to charge for 2-3 hours. To reach full battery capacity, allow the battery to fully charge and discharge three times. Charge the battery after each workday. Maintenance To maintain the detector in good operating condition, perform the following basic maintenance as required.
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GasAlertMicroClip Maintenance Remove the two screws on the PCB. Remove the Item Description PCB carefully. Note the placement of the PCB to ensure it is replaced correctly. Front shell Caution LEL sensor Ensure no damage occurs to the battery. Remove the old sensor and/or sensor filter. For H PCB screws (2) CO, and LEL, slide the sensors out.
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide Specifications • Press the front and rear shells together firmly to ensure a proper seal. Ensure the front and rear Instrument dimensions: 10.75 x 6.00 x 2.73 cm shell have a uniform, tight 1/16 in. (1 mm) seal (4.2 x 2.4 x 1.1 in.) on all sides of the detector.
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GasAlertMicroClip Specifications measuring principle: Capillary controlled concentration Battery operating time: 1 rechargeable lithium polymer battery 10-12 hours (typical) sensor Year of manufacture: The detector's year of manufacture is Alarm conditions: TWA alarm, STEL alarm, low alarm, high determined from the serial number. The second and third num- alarm, multi-gas alarm, over limit (OL) alarm, low battery alarm, ber after the first letter determines the year of manufacture.
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GasAlertMicroClip Quick Reference Guide This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 Canadian EMI requirements. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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GasAlertMicroClip EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: Description: BW Technologies by Honeywell Intrinsically Safe, portable multi-gas detector for monitoring up to 4 gases 2840 2 Ave SE (Toxic, O , and %LEL) Calgary, Alberta The technical file is maintained at the manufacturer’s location.
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Signature: Position: Manager Product Compliance, Certification, & Conformity Factory Addresses System Sensor de Mexico S DE RL DE C V BW Technologies by Honeywell Parque Industrial Intermex 2840 2 Ave SE Ave Valle Del Cedro 1681 CP 32570 Calgary, Alberta...
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