BW Technologies GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference
1, 2, 3, and 4 Gas Detector
Quick Reference Guide
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GasAlertQuattro
Table of Contents
Introduction ..............................................................1
Zeroing the Sensors ................................................1
Safety Information - Read First ............................... 1
Informations de sécurité – À lire au préalable ......3
Parts of the GasAlertQuattro ..................................6
Screen Elements ......................................................7
Button ........................................................................8
Sensor Poisons and Contaminants ........................8
Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector .......9
Calibration ..............................................................10
Bump Test ...............................................................12
Alarms .....................................................................13
User Options and Sensor Configuration .............16
Device Configuration ...................................................16
Sensor Configuration ...................................................18
Maintenance ...........................................................19
Rechargeable Battery Capacity ...................................19
Battery Pack Retaining Screw .....................................19
Replacing the Battery Pack .........................................20
Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack....................20
Replacing the Alkaline Batteries ..................................21
WEEE Directive and Battery Directive .................23
Removal and Disposal of the Coin Cell ...............23
Replacing the Sensors.................................................24
Replacing the Sensor Filter ...................................25
Specifications .........................................................26
European Performance Approval ......................... 28
Troubleshooting .....................................................32
Startup Troubleshooting.............................................. 36
Calibration Troubleshooting ........................................ 38
Bump Test Troubleshooting........................................ 38
Replacement Parts and Accessories ................... 39
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Introduction
The Quick Reference Guide provides basic information to
operate the GasAlertQuattro gas detector. For complete
operating instructions, refer to the GasAlertQuattro User
Manual. The GasAlertQuattro gas detector (“the detector”) is
designed to warn of hazardous gas levels above user-defined
alarm setpoints.
The detector is a personal safety device. It is your responsibility
to respond properly to the alarm.
Note: The detector is shipped with English as the
default displayed language. Additional languages
provided are French, German, Portuguese, and
Spanish. The screens for the additional languages
are displayed on the detector and in the
corresponding Quick Reference Guide.
Zeroing the Sensors
To zero the sensors, refer to steps #1-3 in Calibration on
page 10.
Safety Information - Read First
Use the detector only as specified in this Quick Reference
Guide and the User Manual, otherwise protection provided by
the detector may be impaired. Read the following Cautions
before using the detector.
GasAlertQuattro
Introduction
a CAUTION
• Warning: Substitution of components may impair
Intrinsic Safety.
• Before using the detector, refer to Sensor Poisons and
Contaminants on page 8.
• Protect the combustible sensor from exposure to lead
compounds, silicones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons.
Although certain organic vapors (such as leaded
gasoline and halogenated hydrocarbons) may
temporarily inhibit sensor performance, in most cases
the sensor will recover after calibration.
• Caution: For safety reasons, this equipment must be
operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. Read
and understand the User Manual completely before
operating or servicing.
• If using the detector near its upper or lower operating
temperature, BW Technologies by Honeywell
recommends zeroing or activating the detector in that
environment.
• Charge the detector before first-time use. BW
recommends the detector be charged after every
workday.
• Do not use an external power supply or charger to
operate the detector for periods greater than 24 hours. If
powering from an external source, power cycle the
detector once every 24 hours to ensure proper
operation. To power cycle the detector, press and hold
C until OFF is displayed. Release C, then press and
hold until the detector begins the start-up sequence.
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• Do not use an external power source or charger to
operate the detector in a hazardous environment. The
chargers intended for use with the GasAlertQuattro
detector are not certified for use in hazardous or
potentially explosive environments.
• Calibrate the detector before first-time use and then on
a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor
exposure to poisons and contaminants. BW
recommends that the sensors must be calibrated
regularly and at least once every 180 days (6 months).
• Performance standards for European certification
EN 60079-29-2 and EN 45544-4 contain guidance on
implementing a suitable calibration routine.
• Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous
gas in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
• The combustible sensor is factory calibrated to 50%
LEL methane. If monitoring a different combustible gas
in the % LEL range, calibrate the sensor using the
appropriate gas.
• Only the combustible gas detection portion of this
instrument has been assessed for performance by CSA
International.
• BW recommends that the combustible sensor be
checked with a known concentration of calibration gas
after any exposure to contaminants/poisons such as
sulfur compounds, silicon vapors, halogenated
compounds, etc.
• BW recommends to bump test the sensors before each
day’s use to confirm their ability to respond to gas by
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exposing the detector to a gas concentration that
exceeds the alarm setpoints. Manually verify that the
audible, visual, and vibrator alarms are activated.
Calibrate if the readings are not within the specified
limits.
• For an additional bump test caution relating to the
European performance certification, refer to Bump Test.
• Caution: High off-scale LEL readings may indicate an
explosive concentration.
• Any rapid upscaling reading followed by a declining or
erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration
beyond upper scale limit, which can be hazardous.
• For use only in potentially explosive atmospheres
where oxygen concentrations do not exceed 20.9%
(v/v). Oxygen deficient atmospheres (<10% v/v) may
suppress some sensor outputs.
• Extended exposure of the GasAlertQuattro to certain
concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress
the detector element that can seriously affect its
performance. If an alarm occurs due to a high
concentration of combustible gases, a calibration
should be performed, or if needed, the sensor replaced.
• Before using common products around sensors, refer
to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants on page 8.
• High concentrations of certain toxic gases, for example
H
S, may have an adverse effect on the LEL sensor.
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This effect, known as inhibition, is usually temporary
but in extreme circumstances can impair the sensitivity
of the LEL sensor.
After any gas exposure that causes an alarm in the toxic
gas sensors, the LEL sensor should be verified with a
bump test, and recalibrated if necessary.
• Warning: The lithium battery (QT-BAT-R01) may present
a risk of fire or chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not
disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate.
• Warning: Do not use any other lithium batteries with the
GasAlertQuattro detector. Use of any other cell can
cause fire and/or explosion. To order and replace the
QT-BAT-R01 lithium battery, contact BW Technologies
by Honeywell.
• Warning: Lithium polymer cells exposed to heat at
266°F (130°C) for 10 minutes can cause fire and/or
explosion.
•
e Warning: This instrument contains a lithium
polymer battery. Dispose of used lithium cells
immediately. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of
in fire. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent
batteries must be disposed of by a qualified recycler or
hazardous materials handler.
• Keep lithium cells away from children.
• Deactivating the detector by removing the battery pack
may cause improper operation and harm the detector.
• Products may contain materials that are regulated for
transportation under domestic and international
dangerous goods regulations. Return product in
compliance with appropriate dangerous goods
regulations. Contact freight carrier for further
instructions.
Informations de sécurité – À lire au préalable
GasAlertQuattro
Informations de sécurité – À lire au préalable
Respectez strictement les instructions d'emploi figurant dans ce
manuel d'utilisation ainsi que dans le guide technique, dans le
cas contraire, la protection offerte par le détecteur pourrait être
diminuée. Lisez les Mises en garde suivantes avant d'utiliser le
détecteur.
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Mises en garde
• Avertissement : tout remplacement des composants
peut compromettre la sécurité intrinsèque de l'appareil.
• Avant d'utiliser le détecteur, reportez-vous à la section
Sensor Poisons and Contaminants, page 8.
• Protégez le capteur de gaz combustibles contre toute
exposition aux composés de plomb, aux silicones et
aux hydrocarbures chlorés. Bien que certaines vapeurs
organiques (comme l’essence au plomb ou les
hydrocarbures halogénés) puissent neutraliser
provisoirement les performances du capteur, dans la
plupart des cas, le capteur retrouvera son
fonctionnement normal après l'étalonnage.
• Mise en garde : pour des raisons de sécurité, cet
appareil doit être utilisé et entretenu par du personnel
qualifié uniquement. Lisez attentivement le guide
technique avant d’utiliser l’appareil ou d'en assurer
l'entretien, et assurez-vous d'en avoir bien compris les
instructions.
• Si vous utilisez le détecteur près de sa température de
fonctionnement supérieure ou inférieure, BW
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Technologies by Honeywell recommande de mettre le
détecteur à zéro ou de l'activer dans cet environnement.
• Chargez le détecteur avant sa première utilisation. BW
recommande de recharger le détecteur après chaque
journée d'utilisation.
• N'utilisez pas une alimentation externe ou un chargeur
pour faire fonctionner le détecteur sur des périodes
supérieures à 24 heures. En cas d'alimentation par une
source externe, redémarrez le détecteur toutes les
24 heures pour garantir son fonctionnement correct.
Pour redémarrer le détecteur, maintenez la touche C
enfoncée jusqu'à ce que OFF s'affiche. Relâchez la
touche C, puis maintenez-la enfoncée jusqu'à ce que le
détecteur lance la séquence de démarrage.
• N'utilisez pas d'alimentation externe ou de chargeur
pour faire fonctionner le détecteur dans un
environnement dangereux. Les chargeurs conçus pour
le détecteur GasAlertQuattro ne sont pas certifiés pour
une utilisation dans des environnements dangereux ou
potentiellement explosifs.
• Étalonnez le détecteur avant sa première utilisation,
puis de manière régulière, en fonction de l’utilisation et
de l’exposition du capteur aux poisons et autres
contaminants. BW recommande d'étalonner les
capteurs régulièrement et au moins une fois tous les
180 jours (6 mois).
• Les normes de performance pour la certification
européenne EN 60079-29-2 et EN 45544-4 contiennent
des conseils sur la mise en œuvre d'une routine
d'étalonnage appropriée.
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• Veillez à effectuer l'étalonnage dans une zone sûre,
exempte de gaz dangereux, dans une atmosphère
contenant 20,9 % d'oxygène.
• Le capteur de gaz combustible est étalonné en usine au
méthane à une concentration de 50 % LIE. Si la
surveillance porte sur un autre gaz combusstible dans
la plage de % LIE, étalonnez le capteur en utilisant le
gaz approprié.
• Seul l'élément de détection de gaz combustibles de cet
appareil a fait l’objet d’une évaluation des performances
homologuée par CSA International.
• BW recommande de contrôler le capteur de gaz
combustibles à l’aide d’une concentration connue de
gaz d’étalonnage après toute exposition à des
contaminants/poisons (composés de soufre, vapeurs de
silicium, produits halogénés, etc.).
• Avant chaque utilisation quotidienne, BW recommande
d’effectuer un test fonctionnel des capteurs afin de
vérifier qu’ils réagissent bien aux gaz présents, en
exposant le détecteur à une concentration de gaz
supérieure aux seuils d’alarme. Vérifiez manuellement
que les alarmes sonore, visuelle et vibrante sont
activées. Étalonnez l'appareil si les relevés ne sont pas
conformes aux limites spécifiées.
• Pour une mise en garde supplémentaire sur le test
fonctionnel en rapport avec le certificat de performances européen, reportez-vous à la section Bump Test.
• Mise en garde : des valeurs LIE élevées hors échelle
peuvent indiquer la présence d’une concentration
explosive.
• Une lecture qui augmente rapidement, puis qui baisse,
ou une lecture fantaisiste peuvent être représentatives
d'une concentration de gaz excédant la limite d’échelle
supérieure et risquant donc d’être dangereuse.
• Cet appareil est destiné uniquement à une utilisation
dans des atmosphères potentiellement explosives,
dans lesquelles la concentration d’oxygène ne dépasse
pas 20,9 % (v/v). Les atmosphères pauvres en oxygène
(<10 % v/v) peuvent supprimer certaines sorties de
capteur.
• Une exposition prolongée du détecteur GasAlertQuattro
à certaines concentrations de gaz ou d'atmosphères
combustibles peut nuire à l'élément de détection et
altérer gravement ses performances. En cas d'alarme
due à une forte concentration de gaz combustible, il est
nécessaire de procéder à un réétalonnage ou de
remplacer le capteur si nécessaire.
• Avant d'utiliser des produits usuels à proximité des
capteurs, reportez-vous à Sensor Poisons and
Contaminants, page 8.
• Des concentrations élevées en certains gaz toxiques,
tels que H
capteur LIE. Cet effet, appelé inhibition, est
généralement temporaire, mais peut, dans des
conditions extrêmes, altérer la sensibilité du capteur
LIE.
Après toute exposition à un gaz entraînant le
déclenchement d'une alarme des capteurs de gaz
toxiques, le capteur LIE devra subir un test fonctionnel
et être réétalonné si nécessaire.
• Avertissement : la batterie au lithium (QT-BAT-R01) peut
présenter un risque d'incendie ou de brûlure chimique
S, peuvent avoir un effet néfaste sur le
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GasAlertQuattro
en cas d'utilisation inappropriée. Elle ne doit jamais être
démontée, chauffée au-delà de 100 °C ou incinérée.
• Avertissement : veillez à ne jamais utiliser d'autres
batteries au lithium avec le détecteur GasAlertQuattro.
L'utilisation de toute autre batterie pourrait provoquer
un incendie et/ou une explosion. Pour commander une
batterie au lithium QT-BAT-R01 de rechange, contactez
BW Technologies by Honeywell.
• Avertissement : les batteries au lithium polymère
exposées à une température supérieure à 130 °C
pendant plus de 10 minutes peuvent provoquer un
incendie et/ou une explosion.
• e Avertissement : cet appareil contient une batterie
au lithium polymère. Mettez immédiatement au rebut les
batteries au lithium usagées. Ne les démontez jamais et
ne les jetez pas au feu. Ne les mélangez pas aux autres
déchets solides. Les batteries usagées doivent être
éliminées par un centre de recyclage agréé ou un centre
de traitement des matières dangereuses.
• Conservez les batteries au lithium hors de portée des
enfants.
• Toute désactivation du détecteur par le retrait de la
batterie risque de l'endommager et de provoquer un
fonctionnement inapproprié.
• Les produits peuvent contenir des matériaux qui sont
réglementés pour le transport en vertu des règlements
nationaux et internationaux de marchandises
dangereuses. Retourner le produit conformément à la
réglementation sur les marchandises dangereuses
appropriées. Contactez transporteur pour plus
d'instructions.
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Parts of the GasAlertQuattro
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22
3
10
9
2
8
7
Item Description Item Description Item Description Item Description
IntelliFlash
1
(green LED)
Visual alarm indicator
2
(red LED)
Hydrogen sulfide
3
(H2S) sensor
4
Button
Combustible (LEL)
5
sensor
Carbon monoxide
6
(CO) sensor
4
22
5
6
Liquid crystal display
7
(LCD)
8
Audible alarm
Oxygen (O
9
11
12
10
11
) sensor
2
12
6
Alligator clip
Battery pack
Charging connector
and IR interface
Screen Elements
GasAlertQuattro
Screen Elements
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Button
• To activate the detector, press and hold C in a safe area
that is free of hazardous gas and in an atmosphere of
20.9% oxygen.
•
To deactivate the detector, press and hold C during
the powering off countdown. Release
C when OFF
displays.
• To view the date/time, current battery power, calibration
due date, bump test due date, TWA, STEL, and peak
readings, press C twice rapidly. To clear the TWA, STEL,
and peak readings, press and hold C when the LCD
displays Hold C to reset peaks, TWA, STEL.
• To activate the backlight, press C and release.
• To acknowledge latching alarms, press C.
• To acknowledge a low alarm and disable the audible
alarm, press C. The Low Alarm Acknowledge option
must be enabled in FleetManager II.
• To acknowledge any of the “due today” messages
(calibration and bump test) press C. If enabled, the force
calibration and force bump features cannot be bypassed.
Sensor Poisons and Contaminants
Several cleaners, solvents, and lubricants can contaminate and
cause permanent damage to sensors.
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a CAUTION
Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell
recommended products and procedures:
• Use water based cleaners.
• Use non-alcohol based cleaners.
• Clean the exterior with a soft, damp cloth.
Avoid using the following products around sensors.
Cleaners and
Lubricants
• Brake cleaners
• Lubricants
• Rust inhibitors
• Window and
glass cleaners
• Soap & Solvent
• Citrus based
cleaners
• Alcohol based
cleaners
• Hand sanitizer
• Anionic
detergents
• Methanol (fuels
and antifreezes)
Silicones Aerosols
• Silicone cleaners
and protectants
• Silicone based
adhesives,
sealants, and gels
• Hand/body and
medicinal creams
that contain
silicone
• Tissues containing
silicone
• Mold releasing
agents
• Polishers
• Bug
repellents
and sprays
• Lubricants
• Rust
inhibitors
• Window
cleaners
Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector
Gas Cylinder Guidelines
Ɣ To ensure accurate calibration, use a premium-grade calibration gas. Use
gases approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
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Connecting the Gas Cylinder to the Detector
GasAlertQuattro
Gas Cylinder Connection
Read the following steps (1-5) prior to initiating calibration.
1. Verify the calibration gas being used matches the span concentration
value(s) that are set for the detector.
2. Connect the calibration hose to the 0.5 l/min regulator on the gas cylinder.
For use with the MicroDock II, use a demand flow regulator and refer to
the MicroDock II User Manual.
3. Connect the calibration hose to the intake inlet on the calibration cap.
Arrows on the calibration cap indicate the direction of gas flow.
4. Begin the calibration procedures. Do not attach the calibration cap until
instructed to apply gas. When instructed, place the calibration cap on the
detector and tighten the knob.
NOTE: Ensure the cap is securely fastened before applying gas.
5. When calibration is complete, disconnect the hose from the calibration cap
and the regulator. Remove the calibration cap from the detector.
Note
Only use the calibration cap
during the calibration process.
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Calibration
Calibration is performed to adjust the sensitivity levels of
sensors to ensure accurate responses to gas.
This calibration procedure is written as the procedure is intended.
If an error or alarm screen displays, refer to Calibration
Troubleshooting in the
GasAlertQuattro User Manual
.
a CAUTION
Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas
in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
If performing single gas calibration, calibrate O
Note: The maximum hose length for calibration is 3 ft. (1
m). The following steps are written for use with a standard
quad gas cylinder.
Calibration can only be aborted after the sensors have
been zeroed. If C is pressed to abort, CALIBRATION
cancelled is displayed.
Aborting the calibration procedure after applying gas may
result in an undesired calibration being saved.
BW recommends calibrations be verified following an
adjustment operation.
1. Press and hold C as the detector performs the Powering off
countdown.
Continue holding C when OFF displays and the detector briefly
deactivates.
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first.
2
2. The detector activates again and performs the calibration
countdown. Continue holding until Starting Calibration displays.
3. The detector enters the zero function.
zeroing displays while the detector
zeros all of the sensors.
H2S ppm CO ppm
00.0
a CAUTION
If a sensor fails to zero, it cannot be
calibrated. Refer to Startup Self-Test
Troubleshooting in the
GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
If the IR Lock option is enabled, the
following screen displays to indicate
calibration can only be performed using
an IR device (MicroDock II or IR Link).
4. When the following screen displays,
attach the calibration cap and apply
calibration gas at a flow rate of
250-500 ml/min. Refer to Connecting the
Gas Cylinder to the Detector on page 9.
If a sensor is not yet due for calibration,
its box will have a greyed out
checkmark.
20.9 0
LEL %
O
%
2
zeroing . . .
Calibration
IR loc k enabled...
Connect to
MicroDock or
Fleet Manager
Press to end
waiting... 24
Apply Calibration
gas now...
CO
H2S
O
LEL
2
Press to end
waiting... 17
5. The detector initially tests for gas.
When a sufficient amount of gas is
detected, displays beside each gas
that is detected.
6. The detector then begins calibrating
the sensors. The following activities
occur during the span:
• calibrating displays at the bottom of
the screen.
• Gas values adjust during the span.
• Target gas values that are defined in
FleetManager II display above or
below the adjusting gas value.
To abort calibration after the sensors
have been zeroed, press
7. When the following screen displays,
close the valve on the gas cylinder and
remove the calibration cap from the
detector.
A check mark displays beside each
sensor that has calibrated successfully.
C.
Apply Calibration
gas now...
CO
H2S
O
LEL
2
Press to end
waiting... 0
H2S ppm CO ppm
22.0 86
25.0 100.0
18.0 50.0
15.0 37
%
LEL % O
2
Press to end
calibrating...
Turn gas off...
H2S
CO
O
LEL
2
Press to skip
waiting... 17
8. When calibration is complete, the
following screen displays.
Note
The calibration due date cannot
be reset for a sensor that fails
calibration. If a sensor fails or an
error screen displays, refer to
Calibration Troubleshooting in the
GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
9. All successfully calibrated sensors
automatically reset to the number of days
defined in the Cal Interval field in
FleetManager II.
The calibration due dates can be
changed in FleetManager II.
10. The detector now enters normal
operation.
GasAlertQuattro
Calibration
Calibration
complete
Press to skip
waiting... 0
CO days
H2S days
180 180
CAL
NEXT
180 180
days
LEL daysO
2
Press to skip
H2S ppm CO ppm
00.0
20.9 0
LEL %
O
%
2
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