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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.
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unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision.
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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GasAlertQuattro
Quick Reference Guide
• 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.
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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.
•
eWarning: 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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GasAlertQuattro
Quick Reference Guide
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.
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• 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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Informations de sécurité – À lire au préalable
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.
• eAvertissement : 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.
• 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)
SiliconesAerosols
• 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
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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.
Ɣ'RQRWXVe a gas cylinder past its expiration date.
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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GasAlertQuattro
Quick Reference Guide
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.
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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.
20.90
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
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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
22.086
25.0100.0
18.050.0
15.037
%
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
180180
CAL
NEXT
180180
days
LEL daysO
2
Press to skip
H2S ppm CO ppm
00.0
20.90
LEL %
O
%
2
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GasAlertQuattro
Quick Reference Guide
Bump Test
A bump test applies test gas to force the detector into alarm. A
bump test should be performed regularly to confirm the sensors
are responding correctly to gas, and that the audible, visual and
vibrator alarms activate during an alarm condition.
The detector can also prompt for a bump test during startup
when the Bump Test Interval is defined. Refer to the
GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
a CAUTION
BW recommends to bump test the sensors before each
day’s use to confirm their ability to respond to gas by
exposing the sensors to a gas concentration that exceeds
alarm setpoints.
To operate the detector in accordance with performance
requirements for European certification, the user must
complete a bump test before each day’s use.
(Per EN 60079-29-1 and EN 60079-29-2.)
1. Connect the calibration hose to the 0.5 l/min regulator
on the gas cylinder. Refer to Connecting the Gas
Cylinder to the Detector on page 9.
To bump test using the MicroDock II station, refer to the
MicroDock II User Manual.
2. Connect the calibration hose to the intake inlet on the
calibration cap. Arrows on the calibration cap indicate
the direction of gas flow.
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3. Attach and tighten the calibration cap onto the
detector and apply gas. Verify the visual, audible, and
vibrator alarms activate.
4. Close the regulator and remove the calibration cap.
The detector temporarily remains in alarm until the
gas clears from the sensors.
Note: In normal operating mode, it is possible to
display measured values with calibration gas applied
to determine any measurement errors.
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GasAlertQuattro
Alarms
Alarms
Refer to the following table for information about alarms and corresponding screens. For more information about alarms refer to the
GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
AlarmScreenAlarmScreen
Low Alarm
• Slow siren (upward tone)
• Slow flash
• Black box around gas flashes
• Vibrator alarm activates
H2S ppm
CO ppm
0.0
LOWALARM
19.5
O2 %
0
0
LEL %
TWA Alarm
• Fast siren (downward tone)
• Fast flash
• Black box around gas flashes
• Vibrator alarm activates
H2S ppm
CO ppm
15.0
TWAALARM
20.9
O2 %
0
0
LEL %
High Alarm
• Fast siren (downward tone)
• Fast flash
• Black box around gas flashes
• Vibrator alarm activates
H2S ppm
CO ppm
200
0.0
HIGHALARM
20.9
O2 %
0
LEL %
STEL Alarm
• Fast siren (downward tone)
• Fast flash
• Black box around gas flashes
• Vibrator alarm activates
H2S ppm
CO ppm
50
0.0
STELALARM
20.9
O2 %
0
LEL %
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GasAlertQuattro
Quick Reference Guide
AlarmScreenAlarmScreen
Multi Alarm
• Alternating low and high alarm
siren and flash
• Black box around gas flashes
• Type of alarm alternates
• Vibrator alarm activates
H2S ppm
CO ppm
200
0.0
HIGHALARM
19.5
O2 %
0
LEL %
Over Limit (OL) Alarm
• Fast siren (downward tone)
• Fast flash
• Black box around gas flashes
• Vibrator alarm activates
Note: LCD may also display
an under limit reading (-OL)
H2S ppm
CO ppm
0.0
HIGHALARM
20.9
O2 %
0
OL
LEL %
Sensor Failure Alarm
• displays
H2S ppm CO ppm
00.0
20.9
O
%
LEL %
2
Note : If enabled, during an alarm condition the Latching Alarms option causes the low and high gas alarms (audible, visual, and
vibrator) to persist until the alarm is acknowledged by pressing C and the gas concentration is below the low alarm setpoint. The peak
concentration values display continually until the alarm no longer exists. Enable/disable Latching Alarms in FleetManager II. Local
regulations may require the Latching Alarms option be enabled. The Latching Alarms option must be enabled if the detector is to be used
in accordance with performance requirements for European certification.
Normal Deactivation
• Sequence of alternating beeps
and alternating flashes
• Vibrator alarm activates
• Countdown initiates
• OFF displays
OFF
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AlarmScreenAlarmScreen
Low Battery Alarm
• Sequence of 10 rapid sirens and
alternating flashes with 7 seconds
of silence in between (continues
for 15 minutes)
• flashes
• Vibrator alarm pulses
• After 15 minutes of the low battery
alarm sequence, the detector
enters critical battery alarm (see
Critical Battery Alarm below)
Critical Battery Alarm
• Fifteen minutes after low battery
alarm activates, sequence of
10 rapid sirens and alternating
flashes with 1 second of silence in
between (sequence reactivates
seven times)
• Vibrator alarm pulses
• Low Battery Powering Off
displays and the detector
deactivates
H2S ppm CO ppm
20.90
%
2
Low battery
Powering off
LEL %O
GasAlertQuattro
Alarms
Confidence/compliance Beep
• One beep every 1-120 seconds
00.0
(beep frequency is defined with
Confidence/compliance Beep
Interval option)
IntelliFlash
(default: one flash every 1 second)
• One flash every 1-120 seconds
(flash frequency is defined with
IntelliFlash Interval option)
Heartbeat
• pulses once every second to
verify detector is operating correctly
Note: If the Low Alarm Acknowledge option is enabled, the
audible alarm can be disabled during a low alarm condition.
The LED and visual alarm indicators remain active until the
alarm condition changes or the detector deactivates. Press
C to acknowledge the low alarm and deactivate the audible
alarm. If the alarm escalates to a high, TWA, or STEL alarm,
the audible alarm reactivates.
H2S ppm CO ppm
00.0
20.90
LEL %
O
%
2
Note: Confidence/
compliance beep and
IntelliFlash
automatically deactivate
during a low battery
alarm, calibration fail,
bump test fail, self-test
fail, and in an alarm
condition.
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Quick Reference Guide
User Options and Sensor Configuration
In order to modify user options and detector configuration, the
following items are required:
• Detector
• IR Link adapter or MicroDock II
• FleetManager II software
The following section describes some of the configuration
options available in the detector. Refer to the GasAlertQuattro User Manual and FleetManager II Quick Reference Guide for
complete information.
Device Configuration
The Device Configuration section displays data about the
detector, allows for a startup message to be entered, and
defines and enables/disables settings for the detector.
• Serial Number Field: This field displays the serial number
(e.g. QA111-001000) of the detector.
• Firmware Version: This field displays the current firmware
version that displays on the detector LCD during the
startup sequence. If new firmware is uploaded to the
detector, the Firmware Version field automatically updates.
• Hardware Version: This field displays the current
hardware version of the detector.
• Startup Message: Enter text to display on the detector
LCD during startup (50 characters maximum). Enter
information such as employee name, plant, area,
emergency number(s), etc.
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• Lockout on Self-Test Error: If Lockout on Self-Test Error
is enabled and a failure occurs during the self-test, the
screen displays Sensor Self Test Error Lockout Enabled... and the detector deactivates.
• Safe Mode: If enabled, SAFE displays continuously on the
LCD unless an alarm condition occurs.
• Confidence/Compliance Beep: If enabled, the
Confidence/Compliance Beep provides continuous audible
confirmation that the detector is operating correctly.
Frequency of the beep is defined with the Confidence/
Compliance Beep Interval option (every 1-120 seconds).
Note: Confidence/Compliance Beep automatically
disables during a low battery alarm, self-test fail,
calibration fail, bump test fail, and when an alarm
event occurs.
a CAUTION
Remove the unit from use and contact BW if the
confidence/compliance beep or IntelliFlash is not
working.
• Latching Alarms: If enabled, during an alarm condition
the Latching Alarms option causes the low and high gas
alarms (audible, visual, and vibrator) to persist until the
alarm is acknowledged and the gas concentration is below
the low alarm setpoint. The LCD displays the peak
concentration until the alarm no longer exists. Local
regulations in your region may require the Latching Alarms option be enabled.
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• Force Calibration: If enabled, during startup if a sensor(s)
is past due for calibration, the sensor(s) must be calibrated
to continue and enter normal operation.
A value must be entered in the Cal Interval (days) field
before enabling Force Calibration.
• Force Bump: If enabled, during startup if the sensor(s) is
past due for a bump test, a bump test should be performed
and the overdue sensor(s) must enter into alarm.
A value must be entered in the Bump Interval (days) field
before enabling Force Bump.
• Cal IR Lock: If enabled, the sensor(s) can only be
calibrated using an IR device (IR Link or the MicroDock II
station).
Note: If the Cal IR Lock option is enabled and a
manual calibration is attempted, the sensor(s) will
auto zero but they will not be calibrated.
a CAUTION
Do not use for gas detection while connected to a PC.
• Flip Display: The detector can display screens at 0°
(upright) or 180° (upside down), depending upon how the
detector is worn by the worker. If the Flip Display option is
enabled, the LCD is viewed at 180° (upside down).
• Stealth: When enabled, the following features are
disabled: backlight, audible alarms, visual alarms,
IntelliFlash, and confidence/compliance beep. Only the
User Options and Sensor Configuration
GasAlertQuattro
vibrator and the LCD readings activate during an alarm
condition.
Note: Should the user wish to comply with European
performance certifications, stealth mode must be
disabled.
• Datalog Interval: The Datalog Interval (seconds) field
defines how often the detector records a datalog (every
1-120 seconds). Enter the desired value.
The total number of 8-hour days datalogs that can be
recorded is assuming 90% of the day has no gas
concentrations.
When the memory is full, the detector replaces the oldest
datalogs with the most recent datalogs.
• IntelliFlash Interval: The IntelliFlash Interval (seconds)
field defines how often (every 1-120 seconds) the
IntelliFlash occurs.
• Confidence/Compliance Beep Interval: Define how
often (every 1-120 seconds) the confidence/compliance
beep occurs.
• Language: The Language field provides a drop down
menu that includes the following language options:
English, Français (French), Deutsch (German), Español
(Spanish), Português (Portuguese). Select the language
from the drop-down menu in FleetManager II.
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Sensor Configuration
• Sensor Disabled: Enables/disables the selected sensor.
a WARNING
Use extreme caution when disabling a sensor. The
disabled sensor cannot detect and alarm against the
applicable gas.
• Calibration Gas (ppm): Define the span gas
concentration for each sensor. The span gas concentration
must match the span value on the gas cylinder.
• Calibration Interval: Define how often a sensor should be
calibrated (0-365 days) in the Calibration Interval (days)
field. A different calibration interval can be defined for each
sensor.
a CAUTION
BW recommends that the sensors be calibrated at least
once every 180 days (6 months).
Mise en garde
BW recommande d'effectuer un étalonnage du capteur au
moins une fois tous les 180 jours (6 mois).
• Bump Interval: Define how often a bump test should be
performed for each sensor (0-365 days) in the Bump
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Interval (days) field. A different bump interval can be
defined for each sensor.
• Low Alarm: Define the low alarm setpoints for each
sensor. Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints for factory
defined alarm setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
• High Alarm: Define the high alarm setpoints for each
sensor. Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints for factory
defined alarm setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
• TWA Alarm: The time-weighted average (TWA) is a safety
measure used to calculate accumulated averages of
gases. Using the US Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) method or the American
Conference of Governmental Hygienists (ACGIH) method,
an average is calculated to ensure the detector alarms
when the TWA has accumulated.
• STEL Alarm: The short-term exposure limit (STEL) is the
maximum permissible gas concentration a worker can be
safely exposed to for short periods of time (5-15 minutes
maximum).
• Correction Factor (LEL): The Correction Factor option
defines compensation factors for hydrocarbons other than
methane. The correction factor is only applicable to LEL
and can only be applied if the LEL sensor has been
calibrated with methane. Detector operation using LEL
correction factors has not been tested by BAM.
• STEL Interval: Define the short-term exposure limit
(STEL) from 5-15 minutes (toxic sensors only).
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• TWA Period (hours): Define the time-weighted average
(TWA) from 4-16 hours (toxic sensors only).
• TWA Method: Select either the US Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) or the American
Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
(ACGIH) TWA calculating method.
• 50% LEL = (%CH4): Enter a percentage value to display
the LEL reading as %vol., assuming a methane
environment (LEL only).
• Auto Zero on Startup: When enabled, the sensors
automatically zero during the startup sequence. The Auto
Zero on Startup option is available for the CO, H
and O
sensors (each sensor is enabled individually).
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• LEL by Volume CH4: If enabled, the detector displays the
LEL value as %vol. assuming a methane environment.
Note: If changing the measurement unit from % LEL
to % Vol. or from % Vol. to % LEL, a calibration must
be completed and the alarm setpoints changed. For
calibration information refer to Calibration on page 10
and for alarm setpoint information refer to Gas Alarm
Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
• 10% LEL (of reading) Over-span: If enabled, the detector
automatically over-spans the LEL sensor by 10% of the
span concentration. Enable 10% LEL (of reading)
Over-Span to ensure the detector is in compliance with
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 152.
• 20.8 Base Reading: If enabled, the detector is configured
to detect 20.8% O2 as ambient air. When disabled, the
detector is configured to detect 20.9% O
S, LEL,
2
as ambient air.
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GasAlertQuattro
Maintenance
• Low Alarm Acknowledge: If enabled, the audible alarm
can be temporarily disabled during a low alarm by
pressing C. The vibrator, alarm LEDs, and LCD remain
operational (toxic and LEL only).
Maintenance
To maintain the detector in good operating condition, perform
the following basic maintenance as required.
• Calibrate, bump test, and inspect the detector on a regular
schedule.
• Maintain an operations log of all maintenance, bump tests,
calibrations, and alarm events.
• Clean the exterior with a soft damp cloth. Do not use
solvents, soaps, or polishes. Refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants on page 8.
Rechargeable Battery Capacity
A rechargeable battery’s runtime decreases approximately 20%
over a two-year period of typical use.
Battery Pack Retaining Screw
The retaining screw (QAQD-20x) provided with the detector
must be used to lock the battery pack on all European and
IECEx scheme detectors, and on all Canadian and U.S. Zone
Certified detectors.
The screwdriver included with the detector has a double-ended
driver. Loosen the brass nut to switch between a Phillips head
and a hex head.
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A hex tool is required to tighten and loosen the retaining screw.
Tighten the screw 1-2 turns using 3-4 in-lbs of torque. Do not
overtighten the screw.
Hex tool
Retaining
screw
Battery
release latch
Battery
pack
Replacing the Battery Pack
The alkaline and rechargeable battery packs can be changed in
hazardous locations.
1. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector.
2. If using the retaining screw, loosen it 1-2 turns. Push
the battery release latch toward the top of the
detector to release the battery pack.
3. From the top of the battery pack, lift upward to
remove.
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4. Before replacing the battery pack, ensure the seal on
the instrument and battery pack is free of debris and
moisture.
5. Insert a new battery pack. Insert the bottom of the
battery pack first, then lower the top into place. Press
until the release tab engages. Tighten the retaining
screw if required.
Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack
a WARNING
To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector,
adhere to following:
• Charge only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas
within temperatures of 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C).
• Charge the battery immediately when the detector emits
a low battery alarm.
• Charge the lithium battery pack using the BW supplied
charger and charger adapter only. The charging adapter
is specific to your region. Use of the charging adapter
outside your region will damage the charger and the
detector. Failure to adhere to this caution can lead to
fire and/or explosion.
• Charge the lithium battery after each workday.
• Ensure the charging connector surface is free of debris
and moisture.
• 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
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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.
• 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.
1. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector, then
plug the charger into an AC outlet.
Note: The time required to charge will increase if the
detector is activated.
2. Connect the charging adapter to the detector IR
receptacle. Refer to the following illustration.
IR receptacle
Charging adaptor
3. The lithium battery may require 6 hours to reach full
capacity.
GasAlertQuattro
Maintenance
Replacing the Alkaline Batteries
a WARNING
To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector,
use only BW recommended alkaline batteries.
Change the alkaline batteries only in safe area that is free
of hazardous gas.
1. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector.
2. If using the retaining screw, loosen the retaining
screw 1-2 turns. Remove the alkaline battery pack.
Refer to Replacing the Battery Pack on page 20.
3. Unhook the ejector bar from the release clasp. Move
the ejector bar towards the top of the battery pack
until it is aligned horizontally over the batteries.
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4. Using the tab, pull on the ejector bar.
6. Remove the spent batteries. Reset the ejector bar to
its original flat position. Ensure the ejector bar
engages the release clasp.
5. To the left of the tab, pull up on the ejector bar.
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7. Insert the new batteries. Position the positive end of
the battery at a 30° angle and insert into the battery
pack before pushing the negative end down. Ensure
the batteries are not inserted over the tab.
Ensure all three batteries are
inserted with the positive end
pointing toward the top of the
battery pack.
Note
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8. Before replacing the battery pack, ensure the seal on
the instrument and battery pack is free of debris and
moisture.
9. Replace the battery pack by inserting the bottom first,
then lower top into place. Ensure the tab is tucked in
before replacing the battery pack.
Press until the release tab engages. If required, tighten the
retaining screw using 3-4 in. lbs torque.
WEEE Directive and Battery Directive
Failure to comply with the following battery removal and
disposal instructions may result in battery shorting, battery
leakage, and/or other damage. Ensure a qualified technician
completes the following procedures.
• Removal and Disposal of the Alkaline Battery Pack
• Removal and Disposal of the Rechargeable Battery Pack
Dispose of the battery pack according to local laws.
Removal and Disposal of the Coin Cell
The detector contains a coin cell to power the real-time clock.
Only a qualified technician should complete the following
procedure.
1. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector.
2. If the battery pack has not yet been removed, refer to
Removal and Disposal of the Alkaline Battery Pack
on page 23 or Removal and Disposal of the
Rechargeable Battery Pack on page 23.
WEEE Directive and Battery Directive
GasAlertQuattro
3. Remove the six machine screws on the rear shell.
4. Remove the two screws on the main PCB.
5. Remove the main board.
6. The coin cell is connected to the board by four leads.
7. Clip the four leads individually to remove the coin cell.
a CAUTION
Do not touch two or more leads when disconnecting the
battery cell.
Dispose of the coin cell according to local laws.
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Replacing the Sensors
Rear shell
Machine
screws (6)
O sensor
2
H S sensor
2
Sensor filter
with gasket
Front shell
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Battery pack
LEL sensor
CO sensor
Side facing front shell
Side facing sensors
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a WARNING
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, only use
sensors that are specifically designed for the detector.
Replace the sensors in a non-hazardous area.
Note: Detectors that are configured for 1, 2, or 3 gases may
contain a dummy sensor in one of the four sensor locations.
To replace a sensor or sensor filter, refer to the illustration
Replacing the Sensors on page 24 and the following
steps #1-8.
1. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector. Press
the release latch, and remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the six machine screws from the rear shell.
3. Remove the front shell.
4. Remove the spent sensor(s). Ensure no damage
occurs to the LCD.
5. Insert the new sensor(s).
6. Before reassembling the detector, ensure the sealing
surfaces on the front and rear shells is free of debris
and moisture.
7. Reassemble the detector. Press the front and rear
shells together firmly to ensure a proper seal. Ensure
the front and rear shells have a tight, uniform 1/16 in.
(1.5 mm) seal on all sides of the detector.
8. Replace the six machine screws using 3-4 in. lbs
torque. Do not overtighten the screws. Replace the
battery pack.
Replacing the Sensor Filter
GasAlertQuattro
9. New sensors must be calibrated prior to use. Wait a
period of time before calibrating in order to allow
stabilization. Calibrate the new sensor(s). Refer to
Calibration on page 10.
Replacing the Sensor Filter
To replace the filter, refer to the illustration Replacing the
Sensors on page 24 and the following steps #1-6.
1. Press and hold C to deactivate the detector. Press
the release latch, and remove the battery pack.
2. Remove the six machine screws from the rear shell.
3. Remove the front shell. Remove the sensor filter.
4. Refer to the previous illustration before inserting the
new filter. Ensure the filter is laying flat and that the
holes are correctly aligned over the filter posts.
5. Before reassembling the detector, ensure the sealing
surfaces on the front and rear shells is free of debris
and moisture.
6. Replace the front shell. Press the front and rear
shells together firmly to ensure a proper seal. Ensure
the front and rear shells have a tight, uniform 1/16 in.
(1.6 mm) seal on all sides of the detector.
7. Replace the six machine screws using 3-4 in. lbs
torque. Do not overtighten the screws. Replace the
battery pack.
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Specifications
Instrument dimensions: 13 x 8.1 x 4.7 cm
(5.1 x 3.2 x 1.5 in.)
Weight:
316 g (11.15 oz.) with rechargeable battery pack
338 g (11.92 oz.) with alkaline battery pack
Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
Storage temperature: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)
Operating humidity: 10% to 100% relative humidity
(non-condensing)
Operating environment specifications for use according to
European performance approvals
(Oxygen and methane measurements)
Operating temperature range certified by BAM: -20°C to
+50°C
Operating humidity as tested by BAM: 5% r.H. to 95% r.H.
(Extended Range of Use for Temperature and Humidity as
Compared To EN 50104 (Oxygen performance) and
EN 67009-29-1 (LEL performance))
Storage temperature range tested by BAM: -25°C to +60°C
Operating pressure as tested by BAM: 80 kPA to 120 kPa
Storage duration: Two years from purchase date
Dust and moisture ingress: IP66/67 (with screw engaged)
Alarm setpoints: May vary by region and are user-defined
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Detection range:
S: 0 - 200 ppm (0.1 ppm increments from 0.0 to 39.9 ppm/
sensor
Bump test specified limits: BW recommends using a gas
cylinder that will ensure the combustible sensor has an
accuracy of -0 to +20% of actual reading (reference CAN/CSA
C22.2 No. 152)
Alarm conditions: TWA alarm, STEL alarm, low alarm, high
alarm, multi alarm, over limit (OL) alarm, low battery alarm,
critical low battery alarm, sensor failure alarm, IntelliFlash,
confidence/compliance beep
Audible alarm: 95 dB at 30 cm (12 in.) variable pulsed beeper
Visual alarm: Red light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
IntelliFlash: Green light-emitting diode. Flash frequency is
user-defined with IntelliFlash interval option
Confidence/compliance beep: Audible beep from variable
pulsed beeper. Beep frequency is user-defined with confidence/
compliance beep interval option
Minimum performance compliance: IntelliFlash should be set
to no slower than 4 seconds to comply with European
Regulations
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Display: Alphanumeric liquid crystal display (LCD) with flip
display (0° or 180°) capability (user-defined in FleetManager II)
Backlight: Activates upon startup and deactivates when
self-test is complete. Activates when the button is pressed and
deactivates after 10 seconds. Also activates during an alarm
condition and remains lit until alarm ceases
Internal vibrator: Vibrates during activation, deactivation, and
all alarms
Self-test: Initiated during activation, self-test runs continuously
on the battery and electrochemical sensors (H
detector is operational
S and CO) while
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Calibration: Zero and automatic span
User options: Startup message, lockout on self-test error, safe
mode, IntelliFlash, confidence/compliance beep, latching
alarms, force calibration, force bump, calibration IR lock, flip
display, stealth mode, datalog interval, IntelliFlash interval,
confidence/compliance beep interval, and language selection
Sensor options: Sensor enable/disable, calibration gas
values, calibration interval, bump test interval, alarm setpoints
(low/high/TWA/STEL), STEL interval, TWA period, auto zero at
startup enable/disable, LEL correction factor, 10% (of reading)
over-span, low alarm acknowledge, O
measurement, %vol methane measurement
Year of manufacture: The detector's year of manufacture is
determined from the serial number. The second and third
number after the second letter determines the year of
manufacture. E.g., QA111-001000 = 2011 year of manufacture
Approved lithium battery for GasAlertQuattro product:
Lithium-ion polymer (QT-BAT-R01) as per standards UL913,
EN 60079-11, EN60079-0, IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-11,
EN 60079-29-1, EN 50104, and C22.2 No. 157
measurement, LEL gas
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Specifications
Rechargeable battery (QT-BAT-R01)
Lithium polymer -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°C T4
Lithium battery operating time: One rechargeable lithium
polymer battery provides the following operating runtimes:
20 hours at 20°C (68°F)
18 hours at -20°C (-4°F)
Lithium battery operating time (European performance
approval): 26 hours
(tested according to EN 60079-29-1 (2007) and EN 50104
(2010)).
Approved alkaline battery pack for GasAlertQuattro
(QT-BAT-A01): as per standards UL913, EN 60079-11,
EN 60079-0, IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-11, C22.2 No. 157
Approved alkaline batteries for GasAlertQuattro product:
Duracell MN1500 -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°CT4 (129.9°C)
Energizer E91VP -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°CT3C (135.3°C)
AA alkaline battery operating time: 14 hours at 20°C (68°F)
Battery charger: Charging adapter
First-time charge: 6 hours
Normal charge: 6 hours
Warranty: 2 years including sensors
EU Declaration of Conformity:
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Temperature code
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Approvals:
Approved by CSA to both U.S. and Canadian Standards
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 157 and C22.2 152
ANS/UL - 913 and ANSI/ISA - S12.13 Part 1
CSA
ATEX
IECEx
BAM
Class I, Division 1, Group A, B, C, D
CE 0539 g II 1 G Ex da ia IIC Ga for Zone 0
Group IIC
KEMA 09 ATEX 0137
EN 60079-0, EN 60079-11, EN 60079-1
Ex da ia IIC Ga IECEx CSA 09.0006
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-11, IEC 60079-1
BAM 11 ATEX 1102 X EN 60079-29-1
(for 0 up to 100% LEL methane)
BAM/ZBF/005/15 EN 50104
(for 0 up to 25% v/v oxygen)
BAM EN 50271:2010 (without Clause 4.8, SIL 1
assessment)
BAM/ZBF/010/12 EN 45544
KTL
Inmetro
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. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
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or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
European Performance Approval
Special conditions for safe use
To comply with ATEX performance approval requirements, the
detector must be operated in the following manner:
Operating manual: Read and understand the operating
manual. It is essential that the instructions for correct use are
followed.
Instrument power-up: The instrument must be powered up in
a safe area that is free of hazardous gas and in an atmosphere
of 20.9% oxygen. The detector must be turned on and verified
to be operating in the normal measurement mode before it can
be brought into a hazardous area.
Low-battery alarm: In the event of a low-battery alarm, the
user must leave the hazardous area immediately.
Operating environment: The operating environment ranges
that apply for use of the GasAlertQuattro according to ATEX
performance approvals for LEL and oxygen measurements are
shown in Specifications on page 26. These specify the climatic
range within which the instrument can be used in conformity to
the performance certifications.
General use: For use only in potentially explosive atmospheres
where oxygen concentrations do not exceed 20.9% (v/v).
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Oxygen deficient atmospheres (<10% v/v) may suppress some
sensor outputs.
Daily bump test: To comply with performance requirements for
European certification, a bump test must be completed before
each day’s use.
Calibration: To minimize measuring errors, the ambient
conditions of temperature, humidity, and pressure during
calibration should be as close as possible to the actual
environmental conditions in which the instrument is intended to
be used.
Calibration interval: If the detector is to be used in
atmospheres which may contain compounds known to interfere
with, inhibit, or poison the sensors, the calibration intervals
must be specified to take into account the possibility of a rapid
loss in measurement sensitivity. See page 7, Sensor Poisons
and Contaminants.
Sensor impairment: Some types and concentrations of dust in
the monitored atmosphere may impair the measuring function
of the gas detector. Cross-sensitivities described in the sensor
manufacturer’s data sheet must be considered.
Response time verification: Before use, confirm that the gas
detector’s response time is fast enough to trigger alarms so that
unsafe situations are avoided. If necessary, set the alarm levels
below the standard safety-related limit values to allow enough
time for protective measures to be carried out.
Instrument configuration: FleetManager II version 2.6.0 (or
higher) must be used to make configuration changes to the
GasAlertQuattro.
European Performance Approval
GasAlertQuattro
To conform with configuration requirements for European gas
performance:
• Latching alarms must be enabled. See page 16.
• Stealth mode must be disabled. See page 17.
• Force Bump must be enabled. See page 12.
• Bump Interval (days) must be set to 1 for all sensors.
• IntelliFlash must be enabled. See page 17.
• LEL Low Alarm and High Alarm values cannot be 0.
When detectors are configured using FleetManager II, BW
strongly recommends that detector settings are reviewed prior
to operation to ensure that they have been applied successfully
and comply with performance requirements.
a CAUTION
Do not use for gas detection while connected to a PC.
Special conditions for safe use - oxygen measurement
Performance approval: The EC type examination certificate
applies to the measurement of oxygen up to 25% (v/v).
Baseline and span zone blanking: Please note that oxygen
measurements in the range from 20.5% (v/v) up to 21.3% (v/v)
are indicated as “20.9%” oxygen on the instrument display.
Measurement values in the range within ±0.2% (v/v) of the span
gas concentration are displayed as the span gas concentration.
For example, if the span gas concentration (used for oxygen
bump testing) is configured as 18% (v/v), measured values in
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the range of 17.8% (v/v) to 18.2% (v/v) will be indicated as
“18.0%” oxygen on the instrument display.
Oxygen measurement performance as tested by BAM
Oxygen response time t
: 15 seconds for oxygen deficiency
90
Oxygen response time t90: 15 seconds for oxygen enrichment
Measurement stabilization time: ≥ 120 seconds
Instrument warmup time: 32 seconds
Special conditions for safe use - LEL measurement
Performance approval: The EC type examination certificate
for LEL measurement applies only to the measurement of
methane from 0% to 100% of the Lower Explosion Limit. The
LEL of methane is equal to 4.4% (v/v) methane in air. Additional
tests of a notified body would be required in addition to this
certificate for European performance approval of the
GasAlertQuattro with respect to other combustible gases.
Effect of other toxic gases on the LEL sensor: If substances
(e.g. sensor poisons) that could interfere with and affect the
sensitivity of the sensing device are to be expected in the
atmosphere to be monitored which may cause a rapid change
of sensitivity, the calibration interval shall be reduced.
Measuring gases of other installed measuring channels of the
GasAlertQuattro (e.g. hydrogen sulphide) may decrease the
sensitivity of the LEL sensor. The calibration interval should be
reviewed taking into account any degradation in performance.
Methane LEL measurement performance as tested by BAM
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Methane response time t
: 15 seconds
90
Stabilization time for methane sensor: ≥ 120 seconds
Warmup time: 32 seconds
LEL correction factors: Detector operation using LEL
correction factors has not been tested by BAM
Changing measurement range from % LEL to % Vol.: If
changing the measurement unit from % LEL to % Vol. or from
% Vol. to % LEL, a calibration must be completed and the alarm
setpoints changed. For calibration information refer to
Calibration on page 10 and for alarm setpoint information refer
to Gas Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
Measuring values from -6% LEL to +3% LEL are indicated as
“0% LEL” in the measuring mode. Measuring values in the ±3%
LEL ranges of the configured span gas concentration are
indicated as the configured span gas concentration.
Special Conditions for Safe Use
When used in accordance with BAM certificate
BAM/ZBF/010/12, the GasAlertQuattro complies with
EN 45544. The following special conditions are in addition to
those already stated in the manual for O
and LEL.
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1. Measuring ranges:
a) The Type Examination Certificate applies to
the measurement of:
• carbon monoxide in the measuring range
from 0 ppm to 500 ppm
• hydrogen sulphide in the measuring range of
0 ppm to 100 ppm
b) The overall indicating ranges are:
• carbon monoxide: 0 ppm to 1,000 ppm
• hydrogen sulphide: 0 ppm to 200 ppm
2. Carbon monoxide measuring values from -5.0 ppm to
+8.9 ppm and hydrogen sulphide measuring values
from -1.4 ppm to +1.4 ppm are indicated during
operation as 0 ppm.
3. H
S over ranging is shown on the display above
2
200 ppm H
1,000 ppm CO is indicated as +OL.
4. Sensor cross-sensitivities shall be considered. For
further information, contact BW Technologies by
Honeywell or an authorized agent.
5. Some types and concentrations of dust in the
measured atmosphere may impair the measuring
function of the gas detector.
S as +OL. CO over-ranging above
2
European Performance Approval
GasAlertQuattro
Performance Data According to EN 45544-1 Part 1 and 2:
H
2.8%
S
2
Target GasCO
Time of response13s10s
Time of recovery15s10s
Alarm response time4s4s
Zero variation2 ppm (v/v)0,3 ppm (v/v)
Overall uncertainty8% of the
Lower limit of measuring
range
Drift under zero gas
(3 months)
Drift under standard test
gas (3 months)
Maximum calibration
period under test
conditions
(Under operation conditions the calibration period may differ from
value under test conditions)
measuring value
1 ppm (v/v)0,2 ppm (v/v)
1 ppm (v/v)0,2 ppm (v/v)
1 ppm (v/v)2,3 ppm (v/v)
3 months3 months
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Troubleshooting
ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Startup
Replace alkaline batteries. Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries on
The detector does not
activate.
Detector automatically
deactivates.
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Depleted batteries
Damaged detectorContact BW Technologies by Honeywell.
Automatic deactivation due to
critical low battery.
Lockout on Self-Test Error is
enabled and a sensor(s) has
failed the startup self-test.
Sensor(s) requires calibration.Refer to Calibration on page 10.
page 21.
Refer to Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack on page 20.
Replace alkaline batteries. Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries on page 21.
Refer to Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack on page 20.
Refer to Replacing the Sensors on page 24 and Lockout on Self-Test Errorin the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
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ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Used sensor: Wait 60 seconds
New sensor: Wait 5 minutes
Replace alkaline batteries. Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries on page 21.
Refer to Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack on page 20.
Leave the area immediately. Deactivate and reactivate the detector in a
safe area that is free of hazardous gas, in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
Refer to Startup Troubleshooting on page 36. If required, refer to Replacing the Sensors on page 24.
Used sensor: Wait 60 seconds
New sensor: Wait 5 minutes
Replace alkaline batteries. Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries on page 21.
Refer to Charging the Rechargeable Battery Pack on page 20.
Button operation restores automatically when the operation ends.
The detector enters
alarm immediately
when activated.
The activation startup
self-test fails.
Detector Operation
Detector does not
display normal gas
reading after startup
sequence.
Detector does not
respond to button.
Sensor needs to stabilize.
Low battery or critical low battery
alarm.
Hazardous environment.
A new sensor has been insertedCalibrate the sensor.
General fault.Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.
Sensor error.
Sensors not stabilized.
Sensor(s) requires calibration.Refer to Calibration on page 10.
Target gas is present.Detector is operating properly. Use caution in suspect areas.
Battery is in critical low battery
state or is completely depleted.
Detector is performing operations
that do not require user input.
GasAlertQuattro
Troubleshooting
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ProblemPossible CauseSolution
Detector does not
accurately measure
gas.
Detector does not
enter alarm.
Detector intermittently
enters alarm without
reason.
Features and options
are not operating as
expected.
Sensor(s) requires calibration.Refer to Calibration on page 10.
Detector is colder/hotter than gas
temperature.
Sensor filter is blocked.Refer to Replacing the Sensor Filter on page 25.
Alarm setpoint(s) are set
incorrectly.
Alarm setpoint(s) set to zero.
Detector is in calibration mode.Complete the calibration procedure.
Ambient gas levels are near
alarm setpoint or the sensor is
exposed to a puff of the target
gas.
Alarm setpoints are set
incorrectly.
Sensor(s) requires calibration.Refer to Calibration on page 10.
Missing or faulty sensor(s).Refer to Replacing the Sensors on page 24.
Changes in FleetManager II.Verify that the settings in FleetManager II are correct.
Allow the detector to attain ambient temperature before use.
Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
Define the alarm setpoints in FleetManager II.
Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
Define the alarm setpoints in FleetManager II.
Detector is operating normally. Use caution in suspect areas. Check peak
gas exposure reading.
Refer to Sample Gas Alarm Setpoints in the GasAlertQuattro User Manual.
Define the alarm setpoints in FleetManager II.
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ProblemPossible CauseSolution
If powering from an external source, power cycle the detector once every
24 hours to ensure proper operation. To power cycle the detector, press
C until OFF is displayed. Release C, then press and hold until
and hold
the detector begins the start-up sequence.
a WARNING
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.
Charge the battery for 8 hours. If the battery indicator does not light after
charging, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.
LCD display freezes
Charging
Battery has been
charging for 6 hours.
Charging indicator on
LCD shows the battery
is still charging.
Battery indicator does
not display when
charging.
An external power supply or
charger has been used to
operate the detector for periods
of time greater than 24 hours.
Battery is trickle charging.Battery is fully charged and is ready for operation.
is enabled and all
sensors fail, the
detector
automatically
deactivates.
Calibrate the sensor.Last Calibration
C to accept the
Press
failed sensor(s). The
Sensor self test error
accepted screen
displays. Replace the
sensor when startup is
complete. Refer to
Replacing the Sensors on
page 24.
A failure of all sensors
can be caused by
poisoning (alcohol and
silicon). Allow sensors to
recover for 1 hour. If
sensors fail startup again,
refer to Replacing the Sensors on page 24.
Last Calibration
FAILED
H2S
O
2
Press to accept
waiting... 272
Force Calibration
enabled...
Hold to off
or continue to
hold to Cal.
waiting... 272
H2S days
180180
CAL
180
days
2
Press to skip
waiting... 272
CO
LEL
CO days
DUE
LEL O
Failed
Displays when the
last calibration failed.
If the Force Calibration option is
enabled, the sensors
must be calibrated.
Force Calibration
If the Force
Calibration option is
enabled, the sensors
must be calibrated to
enter normal
operation.
Calibration Overdue
Displays when
calibration is past
due. If the Force Calibration option is
enabled, the
sensor(s) must be
calibrated to enter
normal operation.
Press C and calibrate the
sensor(s) immediately.
Refer to Calibration on page 10.
If CalIR Lock is enabled,
an IR device (IR Link or
MicroDock II) must be
used to calibrate.
Press and hold
calibrate the sensors, or
press
C and release to
deactivate the detector.
Refer to Calibration on page 10.
If Cal IR Lock is enabled,
an IR device (IR Link or
MicroDock II) must be
used to calibrate.
C to continue and
Press
calibrate the sensor(s)
immediately. Refer to
Calibration on page 10.
If Cal IR Lock is enabled,
an IR device (IR Link or
MicroDock II) must be
used to calibrate.
If the last bump test
failed and the Force
Bump Test option is
enabled, a bump test
must be performed.
Force Bump Test
If the Force Bump
Test option is
enabled, the sensors
must be bump tested
to enter normal
operation.
Use the MicroDock II
station to perform a bump
test, otherwise press
to deactivate the detector.
If you do not have a
MicroDock II, change the
bump interval in
FleetManager II, refer to
Bump Test on page 12.
Apply gas immediately or
use the MicroDock II
station, otherwise press
C to deactivate the
detector.
Refer to Bump Test on page 12.
C
CO
LEL
Bump Test Overdue
Screen displays
when sensors are
overdue for a bump
test and the Force Bump test option is
disabled.
Bump Test due
Use MicroDock or
apply gas now
H2S
O
2
Press to ignore
waiting... 272
BW recommends to bump test the sensors 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.
Apply gas directly or use
the MicroDock II, otherwise press
normal operation with the
bump test overdue.
Refer to Bump Test on page 12.
Detector does not
enter calibration.
Displays OFF and
then deactivates.
Self-test Fail
If a sensor(s) fails
auto zero, an error
message displays
00.0
showing which
sensor(s) failed.
Calibrate the sensor.Cal IR Lock Enabled
IR lock enabled
screen displays.
Calibration Error
Insufficient amount of
gas detected.
Replace the sensor or
contact BW Technologies
by Honeywell. Refer to
Replacing the Sensors on
page 24
Calibration
IR lock e nabled...
Connect to
MicroDock or
Fleet Manager
Press to end
waiting... 24
Calibration
gas not
detected
Press to skip
An IR device must be used
to calibrate (IR Link or
MicroDock II). For manual
calibration, refer to
Calibrating Using an IR
Device in the
GasAlertQuattro User
. For automated
Manual
calibration, refer to the
MicroDock II User
.
Manual
Verify the span gas values
on the cylinder match the
span gas values set for the
detector. Ensure gas is
applied at a flow rate of
250-500 ml/min. Ensure
cylinder is not empty or
expired. Replace
immediately if required.
Replace the regulator if
required.
Bump Test Troubleshooting
For bump test troubleshooting recommendations, refer to the Startup Troubleshooting table.
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Replacement Parts and Accessories
a WARNING
To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector,
use only the specified replacement parts.
To order parts or accessories, contact BW Technologies by
Honeywell.
Model No.DescriptionQty
Sensors
SR-W04-75CCombustible (LEL) sensor1
SR-X10-C1
SR-M04-SCCarbon monoxide (CO) sensor1
SR-H04-SC
Sensor Filters
QT-SSSensor filters (kit of 2)1
QT-SS-K1Sensor filters (kit of 10)1
Regulators
REG-DF-1Demand flow regulator1
REG-0.50.5 l/min regulator1
Oxygen (O
Hydrogen sulfide (H
) sensor
2
S) sensor
2
Replacement Parts and Accessories
GasAlertQuattro
Model No.DescriptionQty
Gas Cylinders and Kits
CG-Q58-4
CG-Q34-4
CG-T34
1
1
G0042-H25
CG2-M-200-103
CG-BUMP1
CK-Q34-4
CK-Q58-4
Quad gas cylinder: CH
18.0%, H2S-25 ppm, CO-100 ppm,
bal. N2 (58 l)
Quad gas cylinder: CH4-2.5%, O2-
18.0%, H2S-25 ppm, CO-100 ppm,
bal. N2 (34 l)
Dual gas cylinder: 50% LEL (CH4-
2.5%) O2-20.9%, bal. N2 (34 l)
Single gas cylinder: H2S 25 ppm,
bal. N2 (58 l)
Single gas cylinder: CO 200 ppm,
(103 l)
bal N
2
Bump alarm gas aerosol (CH4-
2.5%, O2-10%, H2S-40 ppm, CO200 ppm)
Quad calibration kit with regulator,
quad gas cylinder (CG-Q34-4),
hose, and carrying case
Quad calibration kit with regulator,
quad gas cylinder (CG-Q58-4),
hose, and carrying case
-2.5%, O2-
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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Model No.DescriptionQty
QT-TC-1Calibration cap1
Battery Packs
QT-BAT-R01Rechargeable lithium battery pack1
QT-BAT-A01
Chargers and Power Options
GA-PA-1-MC5
QT-C01-MC5
GA-VPA-1Vehicle power adapter1
GA-PA-1Replacement power adapter1
IR Devices
GA-USB1-IRGasAlertQuattro IR connectivity kit1
DOCK2-2-1
C1N-00-N
MicroDock II station (w/ charging cable)
DOCK2-0-1C1N00-N
Accessories
GA-BQTConcussion proof boot1
GA -HQT
Alkaline battery pack (batteries
included)
GasAlertQuattro multi-unit power
adapter
GasAlertQuattro multi-unit cradle
charger
GasAlertQuattro docking module1
GasAlertQuattro docking module w/
charging cable
Carrying holster
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Model No.DescriptionQty
QT-AF-K1
QT-SS-AF-K1
1
1
1
1
QT-VMB-1Vehicle mount attachment1
XT-AG-1Alligator clip (stainless steel)1
GA-NS-1Neck strap w/ safety release1
GA-LY-1Short strap 6 in. (15.2 cm)1
GA-ES-1Extension strap 4 ft. (1.2 m)1
GA-ARM-1Arm band1
GA-CH-2Chest harness1
SPAK-CC1
Replacement Parts
QT-SCREW-K1
*Add one of the following applicable suffixes to the end of the
order number to ensure power adapter is correct for region.
(-UK) for United Kingdom
(-EU) for Europe
1
(-AU) for Australia/China
Auxiliary Filter w/ LCD protector
(with 1 filter)
Replacement auxiliary filters (kit of 5
filters)
Hard sided carrying case for
GasAlertQuattro and/or motorized
Sampling Pump