BW Technologies GasAlert Extreme Operating Manual

Single Gas Detector
User Manual

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. BW’s warranty obligation is limited, at BW’s option, to refund of the purchase price, repair or replacement of a defective product that is returned to a BW authorized service center within the warranty period. In no event shall BW’s liability hereunder exceed the purchase price actually paid by the buyer for the Product. This warranty does not include:
a) fuses, disposable batteries or the routine replacement of parts due to the normal wear and tear of the product arising from use; b) any product which in BW’s opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected or damaged, by accident or abnormal conditions of operation, handling or use; c) any damage or defects attributable to repair of the product by any person other than an authorized dealer, or the installation of unapproved parts on the product; or
The obligations set forth in this warranty are conditional on:
a) proper storage, installation, calibration, use, maintenance and compliance with the product manual instructions and any other applicable recommendations of BW; b) the buyer promptly notifying BW of any defect and, if required, promptly making the product available for correction. No goods shall be returned to BW until receipt by the buyer of
shipping instructions from BW; and
c) the right of BW to require that the buyer provide proof of purchase such as the original invoice, bill of sale or packing slip to establish that the product is within the warranty period.
THE BUYER AGREES THAT THIS WARRANTY IS THE BUYERS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR TIC ULA R PURPOSE. BW SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR RELIANCE OR ANY OTHER THEORY.
Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer. If any provision of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision.
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Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell
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Europe: 00800-333-222-44 Other countries: 1-403-248-9226
BW Technologies by Honeywell Corporate Headquarters Suite 110 4411-6 Street SE Calgary, Alberta Canada, T2G 4E8
Bwa.customerservice@honeywell.com
www.honeywellanalytics.com
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Table of Contents

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Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell .................................................................................................................... 2
Safety Information - Read First.......................................................................................................................................... 2
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Activating the Detector..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Self-Test ........................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Self-Test Pass ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
Self-Test Fail.................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Deactivating the Detector................................................................................................................................................. 15
Confidence Beep............................................................................................................................................................... 15
User Options Menu ........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Exit ................................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Clock Option .................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Passcode Protection Option .......................................................................................................................................... 18
Enable Passcode Protection .................................................................................................................................... 18
Disable Passcode Protection.................................................................................................................................... 19
Deactivation Passcode Protection ............................................................................................................................ 19
Stealth Mode Option ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
Automatic Backlight Option............................................................................................................................................ 21
Latching Alarm Option ................................................................................................................................................... 21
Automatic Oxygen (O
Calibration Past Due Option .......................................................................................................................................... 23
Languages ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23
) Calibration Option.................................................................................................................... 22
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Portuguese Option.................................................................................................................................................... 23
Spanish Option ......................................................................................................................................................... 24
German Option ......................................................................................................................................................... 24
French Option ........................................................................................................................................................... 24
English Option .......................................................................................................................................................... 25
Datalogger Sampling Rate Option ................................................................................................................................. 25
Data Transfer Option ..................................................................................................................................................... 26
LAST and ALL Transfers .......................................................................................................................................... 27
EVNT Transfer .......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Unsuccessful Transfer .............................................................................................................................................. 27
Alarms ................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
Computed Gas Exposures ............................................................................................................................................. 30
Viewing Gas Exposures ................................................................................................................................................. 30
Toxic Gases.............................................................................................................................................................. 30
Oxygen ..................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Gas Alarm Setpoints ...................................................................................................................................................... 31
Stopping a Gas Alarm .................................................................................................................................................... 31
Clearing Gas Exposures ................................................................................................................................................ 32
Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints ...................................................................................................................................... 32
Sensor Alarm ................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Low Battery Alarm.......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Automatic Shutdown Alarm............................................................................................................................................ 33
Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints ........................................................................................................................ 34
Guidelines ...................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Test Cap ........................................................................................................................................................................ 35
Calibration...................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Start Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................ 36
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Auto Zero .................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Auto Zero Fail ........................................................................................................................................................... 36
Passcode Protected.................................................................................................................................................. 37
Set Span ................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Span ......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Setting the Calibration Due Date ................................................................................................................................... 39
Setting the TWA Alarm Setpoint ............................................................................................................................... 39
Setting the STEL Alarm Setpoint .............................................................................................................................. 40
Setting the Low Alarm Setpoint ................................................................................................................................ 40
Setting the High Alarm Setpoint................................................................................................................................ 41
Verification ..................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Datalog and Event Log ..................................................................................................................................................... 42
Datalog........................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Event Log....................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Replacing the Battery or Sensor .................................................................................................................................... 45
Replacing the Battery ............................................................................................................................................... 45
Replacing the Sensor ............................................................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning a Sensor Screen ............................................................................................................................................. 46
Clearing a Sensor .......................................................................................................................................................... 47
WEEE Directive and Battery Directive ............................................................................................................................ 47
Removal and Disposal of the Battery............................................................................................................................. 47
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Replacement Parts and Accessories .............................................................................................................................. 51
Specifications.................................................................................................................................................................... 52
General Specifications for Datalogger Units.................................................................................................................. 53
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List of Figures

Title Figure Page
1. GasAlert Extreme Detector .................................................................................................................................. 8
2. Display Elements.................................................................................................................................................. 9
3. Test Cap ............................................................................................................................................................. 35
4. Replacing the Battery or Sensor ........................................................................................................................ 43
5. Rear Shell Seal .................................................................................................................................................. 44
6. Front Shell Seal .................................................................................................................................................. 44
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List of Tables

Table Title Page
1. GasAlert Extreme Models .................................................................................................................................... 1
2. International Symbols ........................................................................................................................................... 6
3. GasAlert Extreme Detector .................................................................................................................................. 8
4. Display Elements.................................................................................................................................................. 9
5. Pushbuttons ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
6. Alarms ................................................................................................................................................................ 28
7. Computed Gas Exposures ................................................................................................................................. 30
8. Gas Alarm Setpoints .......................................................................................................................................... 31
9. Factory Alarm Setpoints ..................................................................................................................................... 32
10. Test Cap ............................................................................................................................................................. 35
11. Replacing the Battery or Sensor ........................................................................................................................ 43
12. Rear Shell Seal .................................................................................................................................................. 44
13. Front Shell Seal.................................................................................................................................................. 44
14. Troubleshooting Tips.......................................................................................................................................... 48
15. Replacement Parts and Accessories ................................................................................................................. 51
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Introduction

a Warning
To ensure your personal safety, read “Safety Information” before using the detector.
The GasAlert Extreme gas detector (“the detector”) warns of hazardous gas at levels above a factory set alarm setpoint. This product is a gas detector, not a measurement device.
The detector is a personal safety device. It is your responsibility to respond properly to the alarms.
Table 1 lists the GasAlert Extreme models and the gases monitored. This manual includes examples from each model.

Table 1. GasAlert Extreme Models

Model Gas Monitored
GasAlert Extreme O
2
GasAlert Extreme CO
GasAlert Extreme CO Carbon monoxide (ppm)
GasAlert Extreme H
S
2
Oxygen (% by volume)
Carbon monoxide (ppm)
Low H2 sensitivity
Hydrogen sulfide (ppm)
High range
Model Gas Monitored
GasAlert Extreme H2S
GasAlert Extreme PH
GasAlert Extreme SO
GasAlert Extreme Cl
GasAlert Extreme NH
GasAlert Extreme NH
GasAlert Extreme NO
3
2
2
3
3
2
Hydrogen sulfide (ppm)
Phosphine (ppm)
Sulfur dioxide (ppm)
Chlorine (ppm)
Ammonia (ppm)
Ammonia (ppm)
High range
Nitrogen dioxide (ppm)
GasAlert Extreme HCN Hydrogen cyanide (ppm)
GasAlert Extreme ETO Ethylene oxide (ppm)
GasAlert Extreme ClO
GasAlert Extreme O
3
Chlorine dioxide (ppm)
2
Ozone (ppm)
GasAlert Extreme NO Nitric oxide (ppm)
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Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell

To contact BW Technologies by Honeywell, call:
USA & Canada: 1-888-749-8878 Europe: 00800-333-222-44 Other countries: 1-403-248-9226
Address correspondence to:
BW Technologies by Honeywell Suite 110 4411-6 Street SE. Calgary, Alberta Canada, T2G 4E8
Email us at: Bwa.customerservice@honeywell.com
Visit BW Technologies by Honeywell’s website at:
www.honeywellanalytics.com
ISO 9001

Safety Information - Read First

Use the detector only as specified in this manual, otherwise the protec­tion provided by the detector may be impaired.
International symbols used on the detector and in this manual are explained in Table 2.
Read the Warnings and Cautions on the following pages before using the detector.

c Note

This instrument contains a lithium battery. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be dis­posed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler.
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To avoid possible personal injury, adhere to the following:
Warning: Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.
Warning: To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres, disconnect power before servicing.
Do not use the detector if it is damaged. Before using the detector, inspect the case. Look for cracks and missing parts.
Use only a sensor specifically designed for the GasAlert Extreme model. Refer to Replacement Parts and Accesso-
ries.
Do not deactivate the detector during a work shift. Deactivating the detector resets the time-weighted average (TWA), short-term exposure limit (STEL), and maximum gas exposure values to 0. Refer to Alarms
Ensure the sensor screen is not blocked.
If the detector is damaged or parts are missing, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell
If the detector has been disassembled, ensure the front and rear shells are properly aligned and fastened before acti­vating the detector. Refer to Maintenance
BW recommends to bump test the sensor, before each day’s use, to confirm their ability to respond to gas by expos­ing the detector to a gas concentration that exceeds the alarm setpoints. Manually verify that the audible and visual alarms are activated. For detectors with the calibration feature, calibrate the sensor if the reading is not within the specified limits.
Calibrate the detector before first-time use, and then at least once every 180 days. For HCN detectors, calibrate once every 30 days.
Use only the Panasonic CR-2PE/BN battery. Refer to Replacing the Battery or Sensor
To reduce the risk of ignition of a flammable atmosphere, batteries must only be changed in a safe area free of hazard­ous gas.
a
Caution
.
immediately.
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To avoid possible damage to the detector, adhere to the following:
Do not expose the detector to electrical shock and/or severe continuous mechanical shock.
The oxygen GasAlert Extreme detector is classified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. up to an atmosphere of 21% oxygen.
Do not attempt to disassemble, adjust, or service the detector unless instructions for that procedure are contained in the user manual, and/or that part is listed as a replacement part. Use only BW Technologies by Honeywell replacement parts. Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories
The detector warranty will be voided if customer personnel or third parties damage the detector during repair attempts. Non-BW Technologies by Honeywell repair/service attempts void this warranty.
Pour éviter toute blessure possible, respectez ce qui suit:
• Avertissement : Le remplacement d'un composant de l'appareil peut altérer sa sécurité intrinsèque.
• Avertissement : Pour éviter l'inflammation d'atmosphères inflammables ou combustibles, coupez l'alimentation élec­trique avant
tout entretien.
• N'utilisez pas le détecteur s'il est endommagé. Avant d'utiliser le détecteur, inspectez le boîtier. Assurez-vous qu'aucune pièce ne
manque et vérifiez l'absence de fissures.
• Utilisez uniquement un capteur spécialement conçu pour le modèle GasAlert Extreme. Reportez-vous à la section
Replacement Parts and Accessories
Ne désactivez pas le détecteur pendant un quart de travail. Si vous désactivez le détecteur, les valeurs de la moyenne pondérée dans le temps (MPT), de la limite d'exposition (LECT) à court terme et d'exposition maximale aux gaz sont réinitialisées à 0. Reportez-vous à la section Alarms.
Assurez-vous que l'écran du capteur est verrouillé.
Si le détecteur est endommagé ou que des pièces sont manquantes, contactez immédiatement BW Technologies by Honeywell.
a
Caution
.
a Attention
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Si le détecteur a été démonté, assurez-vous que les coques avant et arrière sont correctement alignées et serrées avant d'activer le détecteur. Reportez-vous à la section Maintenance
• Avant chaque utilisation quotidienne, BW recommande d'effectuer un test fonctionnel du capteur afin de vérifier qu'il réagit bien aux gaz présents, en exposant le détecteur à une concentration de gaz supérieure aux seuils d'alarme. Vérifiez manuellement que les alarmes sonore et visuelle sont activées. Pour les détecteurs dotés de la fonction d'étalonnage, étalonnez le capteur si la valeur ne se trouve pas dans les limites spécifiées.
Étalonnez le détecteur lors de la première utilisation, puis une fois tous les 180 jours. Pour les détecteurs HCN, étalon­nez-les tous les 30 jours.
Utilisez uniquement la batterie Panasonic CR-2PE/BN. Reportez-vous à la section Replacing the Battery or Sensor
Afin de réduire le risque d'inflammation d'une atmosphère inflammable, les batteries doivent être changées dans un lieu sûr exempt de gaz dangereux.
Ne soumettez pas le détecteur à des chocs électriques et/ou à d'importants chocs mécaniques continus.
Le détecteur d'oxygène GasAlert Extreme est classifié conforme par Underwriters Laboratories Inc. jusqu'à une atmo­sphère contenant 21% d'oxygène.
N'essayez pas de démonter, d'ajuster ou d'entretenir le détecteur, sauf si les instructions pour cette procédure vous sont fournies dans le manuel d'utilisation et/ou si la pièce concernée est répertoriée comme pièce de rechange. Utili­sez uniquement des pièces de rechange de BW Technologies by Honeywell. Reportez-vous à la section Replacement
Parts and Accessories.
La garantie du détecteur sera annulée si le personnel du client ou des tiers ont endommagé le détecteur pendant des tentatives de réparation. Les tentatives de réparation/d'entretien effectuées par des parties autres que BW Technolo­gies by Honeywell entraîneront l'annulation de cette garantie.
a Attention
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Table 2. International Symbols

Symbol Meaning
h
Classified to both U.S. and Canadian Safety standards by Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc.
X g
ATEX Conforms to European ATEX Directives
IECEx
EAC Ex Conforms to Russian Custom Union Certification and Declaration
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Conforms to European Union Directives
European Explosives Protection
International Electrotechnical Commission Scheme for Certification to Standards for Electrical Equipment for Explo­sive Atmospheres
Conforms to Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL) Certification
Conforms to Brazilian InMetro Certification
Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark
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Getting Started

The items listed below are included with the detector. If the detector is damaged or parts are missing, contact the place of purchase immedi­ately.
3 V lithium Panasonic CR-2PE/BN battery
GasAlert Extreme O GasAlert Extreme CO model: CO sensor
(low H2 sensitivity);
GasAlert Extreme CO model: CO sensor; GasAlert Extreme H GasAlert Extreme H GasAlert Extreme PH GasAlert Extreme SO GasAlert Extreme Cl GasAlert Extreme NH GasAlert Extreme NH GasAlert Extreme NO GasAlert Extreme HCN model: HCN sensor; GasAlert Extreme ETO model: ETO sensor; GasAlert Extreme ClO GasAlert Extreme O GasAlert Extreme NO model: NO sensor.
Test cap and hose
model: O2 sensor;
2
S model: H2S sensor (high range);
2
S model: H2S sensor;
2
model: PH3 sensor;
3
model: SO2 sensor;
2
model: Cl2 sensor;
2
model: NH3 sensor;
3
model: NH3 sensor (high range);
3
model: NO2 sensor;
2
model: ClO2 sensor;
2
model: O3 sensor;
3
The detector is shipped with the battery and sensor installed. To o r de r replacement sensors and accessories, refer to Replacement Parts and
Accessories.
To become familiar with the features and functions of the detector, study the following figures and tables:
Figure 1 and Table 3: GasAlert Extreme Detector (describes the detector’s components).
Figure 2 and Table 4: Display Elements (describes the LCD screen and icons).
Table 5: Pushbuttons (describes the buttons on the detector.
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Figure 1. GasAlert Extreme Detector

Table 3. GasAlert Extreme Detector

Item Description
1 Visual alarm indicators (LEDs)
2 Liquid crystal display (LCD)
3 Pushbuttons
4 Audible alarm
5 Sensor and sensor screen
6 Infrared (IR) communication port
7 Alligator clip
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Figure 2. Display Elements

Note

When enabled, the backlight option automatically activates for 3 seconds whenever there is insufficient light to view the LCD. Press and hold (until the backlight activates) any button to acti­vate the backlight for 6 seconds. The detector is shipped with the backlight option enabled.
The backlight does not operate when stealth mode is enabled.

Table 4. Display Elements

Item Description
1 Numeric value
2 Gas cylinder
3 Automatically span sensor
4 Passcode lock
5 Set alarm setpoints and user options
6 Maximum gas exposure
7 Alarm conditions
8 Battery
9 Data transmission
10 Alarm or alarm setpoint
11 Automatically zero sensor
12 Optional datalogger indicator
13 Parts per million (ppm)
14 Percentage by volume (% vol.)
15
Percentage by lower explosive limit (% LEL)
(future use)
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Button
A
E
D
C
Table 5. But
To activate the detector, press A.
To enable/disable the confidence beep, while the detector is deactivated press and hold
To deactivate the detector, press
To decrement the displayed value or to scroll down, press E.
To enter the user options menu, press
To initiate calibration and set alarm setpoints, press and hold
To increment the displayed value, press D.
To view the TWA, STEL and maximum (MAX) gas exposures, press
To save a displayed value, press C.
To clear TWA, STEL, and maximum (MAX) gas exposures, press and hold
To acknowledge a latched alarm, press
tons
Description
C. While
holding
C, press A to enable or disable the confidence beep during start-up.
A and hold until OFF displays (5 seconds). If the detector is pass-
code protected to prevent deactivation, PAS S will display. A passcode must be entered to deactivate the detector. For more information, refer to Deactivation Passcode Protection
.
E and D simultaneously and hold until OPTN and then EXIT
displays (5 seconds).
E and C simultaneously until CAL.
displays.
D and C simultaneously.
C for 6 seconds.
C.
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Activating the Detector

To activate the detector, press A in a safe area, free of hazardous gas.

Self-Test

When the detector is activated, it performs several self-tests. Confirm the following tests occur.

Note

The following tests are listed in the order they are automatically performed on the detector.

1. Display Elements Test: The LCD displays all screen elements.

2. Alarm Function Test: The detector beeps, the LEDs flash, the
backlight activates briefly, and the detector vibrates.
3. Battery Test: The detector tests the batteries. If the battery volt-
age is too low to continue, the detector performs an automatic shutdown. Refer to Automatic Shutdown Alarm
.
4. Date and Time: The LCD displays the date and time automati­cally in the following order.
Year: The LCD displays the current year (20XX).
Month: JAN, FEB, MAR, etc.
Day of the month: (1 to 31)
Day of the week: MON, TUE, WED, etc.
Hour/Minute: 00:00 hours to 23:59 hours
To adjust the date or time, refer to Clock Option
.
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5. Sensor Test: The detector tests the sensor. If the sensor test
fails, the detector beeps slowly, the LEDs flash slowly, and ALARM flashes.
If the sensor test passes, the self-test continues.
6. Gas Type: The LCD displays the type of gas the detector is man-
ufactured to monitor.
Refer to Table 1 for the type of gases monitored.
If the battery is low, the LCD displays the low battery icon and the self-test continues.
7. TWA Alarm Setpoint: The LCD displays the TWA alarm set- point.

Note

The TWA alarm setpoint screen does not apply to O
detectors.
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8. STEL Alarm Setpoint: The LCD displays the STEL alarm set­point.

Note

The STEL alarm setpoint screen does not apply to O
detec-
2
tors.
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