BW Technologies GasAlert MicroClip XT Operator's Manual
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- Page 1 1, 2, 3, and 4-Gas Detector Operator’s Manual CanarySense www. 1.877.766.5412 Shop for BW products online at:...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty And Limitation Liability
Limited Warranty and Limitation Liability BW Technologies LP (BW) warrants the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two years, beginning on the date of shipment to the buyer. This warranty extends only to the sale of new and unused products to the original buyer. -
Page 3: Zeroing The Sensors
GasAlertMicroClip XT Introduction dispose of in fire. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be disposed of by a qualified The operator’s manual provides basic information for the recycler or hazardous materials handler. GasAlertMicroClip XT. For complete operating instructions, Safety Information - Read First refer to the GasAlertMicroClip XT Technical Reference Guide Use the detector only as specified in this manual and the refer-... - Page 4 GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual • Calibrate the detector before first-time use and then • Caution: High off-scale readings may indicate an on a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor explosive concentration. exposure to poisons and contaminants. BW • Any rapid up scaling reading followed by a declining recommends calibrating at least once every 180 days or erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration (6 months).
- Page 5 GasAlertMicroClip XT Parts of the GasAlertMicroClip XT Parts of the GasAlertMicroClip XT Item Description IntelliFlash 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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Page 6: Display Elements
GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual Display Elements Item Description Alarm condition Automatically zero sensor Numeric value Stealth mode Battery life indicator Gas identifier bars Gas cylinder Automatically span sensor CanarySense www. 1.877.766.5412 Shop for BW products online at:... - Page 7 GasAlertMicroClip XT 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 MAX (maximum) readings, press C twice. To clear the TWA, STEL, and MAX readings, press C when the LCD displays RESET.
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Page 8: Sensor Poisons And Contaminants
• Silicone cleaners and protectants • Silicone based adhesives, sealants, and gels Caution • Hand/body and medicinal creams containing silicone Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell • Tissues containing silicone recommended products and procedures: • Mold releasing agents •... - Page 9 GasAlertMicroClip XT 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 in an atmosphere of 20.9% After a sufficient amount of gas has been oxygen.
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Page 10: Attach The Gas Cylinder To The Detector
GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual Attach the Gas Cylinder to the Detector CanarySense www. 1.877.766.5412 Shop for BW products online at:... - Page 11 GasAlertMicroClip XT Bump Test Bump Test CanarySense www. 1.877.766.5412 Shop for BW products online at:...
- Page 12 GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual Alarms Refer to the following table for information about alarms and corresponding screens. If Stealth mode is enabled, the audible and visual alarms are disabled. Only the vibrator alarm activates. Alarm Display Alarm Display Low Alarm TWA Alarm •...
- Page 13 GasAlertMicroClip XT Alarms Alarm Display Alarm Display Sensor Alarm Confidence Beep and IntelliFlash • During startup • One beep and flash every second Error [sensor name] displays Note: Confidence Beep and IntelliFlash automatically • During normal operation deactivate during low battery Err displays alarm, self-test fail, calibration fail, bump test fail, or an alarm event.
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Page 14: User Options Menu
GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual User Options Menu • STEL Interval (minutes): Defines the short-term expo- sure limit (5-15 minutes). H S and CO sensors only. To modify the user options, connect the detector to the IR Link • Auto-Zero Startup: When enabled, the detector auto- adapter and open Fleet Manager II. - Page 15 GasAlertMicroClip XT Charging the Detector • Low Alarm Acknowledge: When enabled, the audible and IntelliFlash Interval. Default setting is 1 second. alarm can be disabled during a low alarm. The vibrator, Detector is shipped with IntelliFlash enabled. LEDs, and LCD remain enabled. For H S, CO, and LEL •...
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Page 16: Maintenance
GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual To charge the battery, complete the following: Allow the battery to charge for 2-3 hours. To reach full battery capacity, allow the battery Deactivate the detector. Insert the charging to fully charge and discharge three times. adapter plug into an AC outlet. - Page 17 GasAlertMicroClip XT Maintenance To replace a sensor or sensor filter, refer to the following Item Description illustration, table, and procedures. Front shell LEL sensor PCB screws (2) Rear shell Machine screws (6) Sealing rib CO sensor S sensor sensor Sensor filter Deactivate the detector.
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Page 18: Replacing The Sensor Filter
GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual Replacing the sensor filter Replacing H S, CO, and LEL sensor Note the placement of the PCB to ensure it is Note the placement of the PCB to ensure it is replaced correctly. Remove the two screws on the replaced correctly. -
Page 19: Replacing The Oxygen Sensor
GasAlertMicroClip XT Maintenance Replacing the oxygen sensor Note the placement of the PCB to ensure it is replaced correctly. Remove the two screws on the Note PCB. Detectors that are configured for 1, 2, or 3 gases may Caution contain a dummy sensor in one of the four sensor locations. - Page 20 GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual • Visually inspect the battery to ensure no damage has occurred. • When replacing the rear shell, ensure the charging pins (bottom of inside rear shell) are aligned with the corre- sponding holes on the PCB. •...
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Page 21: Specifications
GasAlertMicroClip XT Specifications Specifications measuring principle: Capillary controlled concentration sensor Instrument dimensions: 11.25 x 6.00 x 2.89 cm (4.4 x 2.4 x 1.1 in.) Alarm conditions: TWA alarm, STEL alarm, low alarm, high alarm, multi-gas alarm, over limit (OL) alarm, low battery alarm, Weight: 170 g (6.0 oz.) confidence beep, automatic shutdown alarm Operating temperature: -20°C to +58°C (-4°F to +136°F),... - Page 22 GasAlertMicroClip XT Operator’s Manual period, low alarm acknowledge, IntelliFlash, confidence beep, ATEX CE 0539 g II 1 G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga and IntelliFlash interval KEMA 06ATEX0056 EN 60079-0, EN 60079-11, and EN 60079-26 Battery operating time: 1 rechargeable lithium polymer IECEx Ex ia IIC T4 Ga IECEx CSA 05.0015 battery 10 hours (typical)
- Page 23 131474-L3 D6567/0 [English] © BW Technologies 2010. All rights reserved. CanarySense www. 1.877.766.5412 Shop for BW products online at:...
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