Industrial Scientific Ventis MX4 Product Manual

Multi-gas Monitor

Product Manual

Part Number: 17152357-1

Set-up

Operation

Service

Version 15

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Contents

►Copyright Notice ........................................................................................................................................ 4

►Warnings and Cautionary Statements ....................................................................................................... 4

General ...................................................................................................................................................... 4

Personnel .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Hazardous Conditions, Poisons, and Contaminants ................................................................................ 4

General Usage .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Agency-issued Conditions of Use and Warnings ...................................................................................... 5

Recommended Practices .......................................................................................................................... 6

►Ventis MX4 Resources .............................................................................................................................. 6

►Ventis MX4 Capabilities ............................................................................................................................. 7

►Unpacking the Monitor ............................................................................................................................... 7

Contents .................................................................................................................................................... 7

Hardware Features and Functions ............................................................................................................ 8

Display Screen .......................................................................................................................................... 9

Alarms ..................................................................................................................................................... 11

►Monitor Set-up ......................................................................................................................................... 14

Batteries .................................................................................................................................................. 15

Docking Stations, Chargers, and other Accessories .............................................................................. 15

Battery Charging ..................................................................................................................................... 16

Power-on and -off .................................................................................................................................... 16

Configuration ........................................................................................................................................... 18

Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. 19

►Monitor Use and Service ......................................................................................................................... 27

Zero, Calibration, and, Bump testing ...................................................................................................... 27

Procedures .............................................................................................................................................. 27

Recommendations .................................................................................................................................. 27

General information ................................................................................................................................. 28

Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. 28

Supplies................................................................................................................................................... 29

Remote Sampling .................................................................................................................................... 35

Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................. 36

Service .................................................................................................................................................... 36

Aspirated Monitor .................................................................................................................................... 37

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Diffusion Monitor ..................................................................................................................................... 39

Sensor, Sensor Barrier, LCD, and vibrating motor replacement ............................................................ 40

Battery Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 45

►Products, Specifications, and Certifications ............................................................................................ 47

Ventis MX4 Accessories and Parts ......................................................................................................... 47

Monitor Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 47

Battery Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 48

Operating Conditions .............................................................................................................................. 48

Cold-weather Operation .......................................................................................................................... 48

Storage Conditions .................................................................................................................................. 48

Sensor Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 49

Toxic Gas Sensor Cross-sensitivity Table .............................................................................................. 49

LEL, and LEL Correlation Factors for Combustible Gases ..................................................................... 50

Certifications ........................................................................................................................................... 51

►Warranty .................................................................................................................................................. 53

Limitation of Liability ................................................................................................................................ 53

Contact Information ..................................................................................................................................... 54

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IMPORTANT

www.indsci.com/ VentisMX4resources.

CAUTION: For safety reasons, this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. WARNING: Servicing the unit, replacing or charging batteries, or using the com munications port must only be done in an area known to be nonhazardous. Not for use in oxygen-enriched atmospheres.

WARNING: Power-off the monitor before servicing the unit or replacing the battery.

WARNING: Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety and may cause an unsafe condition.

CAUTION: High off-scale readings may indicate explosive gas concentration(s).

CAUTION: Any rapid up-scale reading followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate gas concentration(s) beyond the upper scale lim it w hich may be haz ar dou s.

Silicone compound vapors or other known contaminants may affect the combustible gas sensor and cause readings of combustible gas to be lower than actual gas concentrations. If the monitor has been used in an

►Copyright Notice

Ventis MX4™ and Ventis™ are trademarks of Industrial Scientific Corporation. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. These help materials or any part thereof may not, without the written consent of Industrial Scientific Corporation, be

copied, reprinted, or reproduced in any material form including but not limited to photocopying, transcribing, transmitting, or storing it in any medium or translating it into any language, in any form or by any means, be it digitally, electronic, mechanical, xerographic, optical, magnetic, or otherwise.

The information contained in this document is proprietary and confidential and all copyright, trademarks, trade names, patents, and other intellectual pr operty rights in the documentation are the exclusive property of Industrial Scientific Corporation unless otherwise specified. The information (including but not limited to data, drawings, specification, documentation, software listings, source or object code) shall not at any time be disclosed directly or indirectly to any third party without prior written consent.

The information contained herein is believed to be accurate and reliable. Industrial Scientific Corporation accepts no responsibility for its use by any means or in any way whatsoever. Industrial Scientific Corporation shall not be liable for any expenses, costs by damage that may result from the use of the information contained within this document. Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the specifications of this product and the content herein are subject to change without notice.

►Warnings and Cautionary Statements

General

Failure to perform certain procedures or note certain conditions may impair the performance of this product. For maximum safety and optimal performance, please read and understand the Ventis MX4 Product Manual available online at the Ventis MX4 Resource Center at

Personnel

Read and understand the product manual completely before oper at ing or ser vici ng.

Hazardous Conditions, Poisons, and Contaminants

area where silicone vapors were present, always calibrate the monitor before next use to ensure accurate measurements.

Oxygen-deficient atmospheres may cause combustible gas readings to be lower than actual concentrations.

Oxygen-enriched atmospheres may cause combustible gas readings to be higher than actual concentrations.

Sudden changes in atmospheric pressure may cause temporary fluctuations in the oxygen reading.

Verify the calibration of the combustib le gas sensor af ter any i ncident where the combustible gas content has caused the monitor to display an over-range con diti on.

Sensor openings, water barriers, and the pump inlet must be kept clean. Obstruction of the sensor openings concentrations.

To avoid the potential of liquid being pulled into the sample tubing and pump assembly, it is recommended aspirated monitor.

WARNING: INSERT THE ALKALINE BATTERIES WITH THE CORRECT POSITIVE “+” AND NEGATIVE “-“ EN92 and Duracell MN2400. Do NOT mix battery types.

WARNING: The use of leather cases can produce inaccurate readings with diffusion (non-a spira ted) gas

than O2, CO, CO2, H2S, and combustible gases (LEL/CH4).

Ensure all part-use restrictions (e.g., battery) meet any agency-mandated conditions of use.

Ensure all instrument-co nfigurable settings (e.g., always-on setting) meet any agency-mandated conditions

settings after docking.

The Ventis MX4 is CSA certified according to the Canadian Electrical Code for use in Class I, Division 1 and

range lithium-ion battery and has been calibrated to 50% LEL CH4.

CAUTION: CSA C22.2 No. 152 requires before each day’s usage, sensitivity must be tested on a k nown

zero/calibration section of the Product Manual.

The equipment complies with the standards IEC 60079-29-1 and EN 60079-29-1 for methane, propan e, and be seven (7) hours rather than the eight (8) hours recommended by the standards, respectively.

MED-certified instruments may be used only when configured and maintained to dis all ow power-off when the unit is in alarm.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has approved the Ventis MX4 as a Permissible Multi-

General Usage

or pump inlet and/or contam ination of the water barriers may cause readings to be lower than actual gas

that Industrial Scientific filter (P/N 17027152) be used on the sample tubing when drawing samples using the

ORIENTATION. WARNING: The Ventis MX4 is only approved for use with AAA battery types Energizer

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detection instruments for specific monitoring applications. Leather cases should be used ONLY as carrying cases, and NOT for continuous monitoring, with diffusion instruments configured to measure gases other

Agency-issued Conditions of Use and Warnings

of use. When using instrument -com pati ble Indu str i al Scie ntific docking stations, maintain mandated settings through the software (e.g., iNet Control or Accessory Software) or by manually configuring the instrument

Class I, Zone 1 Hazardous Locations within an ambient temperature range of T has assessed only the %LEL combustible gas detection portion of this instrument for performance according to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 152. This is applicable only when the monitor is use d in the diff usio n mode and has been calibrated to 50% LEL CH

concentration of pentane or methane equivalent to 25% or 50% of full sc ale concentration. Accuracy must

, and when the monitor is used in the aspirated mode with an Extended

be within -0% to +20% of actual concentration. Accuracy may be corrected by referring to the

hexane with the following exception: as for the methane (mine) detector, the battery run time was verified to

: -20°C to +50°C. CSA

amb

Gas Monitor with the following warnings:

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• MSHA approved for use with either the P/N 17134453-X2, 3.7 volt, Lithium-ion battery or P/N

determinations required by 30 CFR Part 75, subpart D.

SANS 1515-certified units may be used only as follows:

• With approved Lithium-ion batteries (see Ventis MX4 Accessories and Parts in this manual).

Industrial Scientific Corporation recommend s the moni tor be fully charged (when equipped with a

Monitors used infrequently should be fully charged every four months.

No part of the unit should be covered by any garment, part of a garment, or other item that would restrict the flow of air to the sensors or impair the operator's access to the audible, visual, or vibration alarms.

Industrial Scientific Corporation recommends a full monitor calibration be performed monthly (at a minimum), using a certified concentration(s) of Industrial Scientific calibration gas(es) to help ensure monitor accuracy.

Industrial Scientific Corporation recommends the monitor be zeroed and bump tested before each use with a certified concentration(s) of Industrial Scientific calibration gas(es).

Battery contacts are exposed on batteries when they are removed from the monitor. Do not touch the battery contacts and do not stack batteries on top of one another.

When reassembling the instrument or installing a battery pack, maintain ingress protection by tightening key in this manual).

Contact your service representative immediately if you suspect that the Ventis MX4 is working abnormally.

17148313-2, 3.7 volt, lithium-ion Extended battery only. The battery pack is not user-replaceable. The monitor battery and the lithium battery on the main PCB are technician replaceable only. Charge rechargeable lithium-ion batteries with an ISC battery charger designed for use with this monitor in fresh air locations only.

• The monitor is to be calibrated according to the procedures in the instruction manual only.

• The aspirated version of the Ventis MX4 is only approved for use with the Extended range battery only.

• The monitor must display methane in the percent-by-volume mode (0-5%) for compliance

• Diffusion applications

• Configured and maintained to disallow power -off when the unit is in alarm

• The Methane alarms are set as follows: low alarm = 1%vol and high alarm =1.4%vol

Recommended Practices

rechargeable battery), configured, and calibrated before first time use. If the lithium-ion battery is deeply discharged, it can take up to an hour for the instrument display to indicate that the battery is charging.

each fastener to its stated torque value (see the “Ventis MX4 Monitor three-Dimensional Diagram” and its

►Ventis MX4 Resources

The Ventis MX4 Product Manual is the primary resource, within a full suite of learning tools, developed for the monitor user. Its step-by-step “walk through” format covers everything from unpacking to set-up, operation, and service. All Ventis MX4 users should read and understand the Product Manual prior to unpa ck ing or using the mon itor.

Ventis MX4 product-specific res ources are part of the organization’s broader training line-up, featuring online training modules and face-to-face classroom programs for technicians, operators, first responders, trainers, and distributors. Courses combine theory with hands-on learning, and can be tailored to the customer’s unique requirements and gas monitoring applications.

The organization’s customer and technical support call centers provide product and order information, how-to product assistance, and guidance for in-depth technical applications. Its service centers offer comprehensive factory repair and maintenance services.

Industrial Scientific Corporation provides a full suite of resources to aid customers in the competent and safe use of its products and services. With 19 manufacturing, support, and service centers and hundreds of distributors worldwide, Industrial Scientific serves the globe’s gas detection needs.

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Sensor

Number available per

Gases Monitored

Oxygen

O2 (Oxygen) only

Combustible

Monitor can be configured for sen sor to measure ONE of the following:

• CH4 (0%-5%)

Toxic

Each sensor detects and measures only ONE of the following:

• SO2 (Sulfur Dioxide)

Quantity

Item

Notes

1 as ordered

Ventis MX4 Portable Multi-

The monitor type is indicated on the box label.

• Ventis MX4 Aspirated with Conversion Kit

Ventis MX4 Quick start guide

Review for important safety information before using the monitor.

1 installed as ordered

Battery

One of four battery types are factory installed as indicated on the box label.

►Ventis MX4 Capabilities

The Ventis MX4 is a portable multi-gas monitor. Offered as a diffusion monitor, it detects and measures gas(es) present in open space. To enable monitor use within confined space locations, the Ventis MX4 is also offered as an aspirated monitor. A pump module and batt ery accessor i es enable the conversion of either monitor for dedicated use in either confined or open spaces.

Based on the customer’s monitor order, up to four sensors are factory installed enabling the monitor to continuously and simultaneously detect and measure the presence of up to four specif ic gas es.

Category

Equipped with a multi-mode (audible, visual, and vibration) and multi-level alarm system, the Ventis MX4 monitor is capable of notifying it s user of potentially hazardous gas concentrations.

The monitor performs continuous data logging at 10 second intervals. It can store approximately 90 days of data for a four-sensor configuration. Its date- and time-stamped event log records and stores data for the following: 60 alarm events, 30 error events, and 250 manually performed calibrations or bump tests. The memory, when full, overwrites the oldest data as the newest readings and events are logged.

The Ventis MX4 monitor func tions as an independent device to monitor the environment for hazardous gas concentrations. It is compatible with products that charge, calibrate, bump test, read and recor d inst rum ent data, protect, and otherwise enable or enhance use of the monitor and its data. For a complete list of these products , please refer to the manual section, Ventis MX4 Accessories and Parts.

monitor

• LEL (Pentane)

• LEL (Methane)

• CO (Carbon Monoxide)

• CO/H2 Low (Carbon Monoxide with low H2 interference)

• H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide)

• NO

(Nitrogen Dioxide)

►Unpacking the Monitor

Contents

The monitor box contains the following items including, when ordered, those marked optional. Each item ordered should be accounted for in the unpacking process.

gas Monitor

Options:

• Ventis MX4 Diffusion

• Ventis MX4 Aspirated

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Quantity

Item

Notes

Options:

• Replaceable Alkaline

1 as ordered

Ventis Charger

Universal power cord. AC charger products includ e interchangeable plugs (US, UK, EU, and AUS).

0 or 1

Calibration Cup

Diffusion – 1 included Aspirated – 0 included

Calibration and Bump Test Tubing

Diffusion – two feet of clear tubing

0 or 1

In-field Sampling Tubing

Diffusion – 0 included Aspirated – Ten feet of black tubing

Final Inspection & Test

Contains the following factory set* information:

*Some factory set sensor values subject to user changes.

Warranty Card

• Rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion)

• Rechargeable Slim extended lithium-ion (Li-ion)

• Rechargeable Extended range lithium-ion (Li-ion)

After unpacking, if any item is missing or appears to have been damaged, contact a local distributor of Industrial Scientific products or Industrial Scientific Corporation (for con tact infor mation, please see the manual’s last page).

Monitor Overview

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Hardware Features and Functions

The monitor’s case top (front of monitor) has two main sections. As shown below, the upper section contains the sensor ports. The lower section houses the user interface features, a LCD display screen and two buttons. Each feature’s general functions are noted below. As shown, the diffusion and aspirated monitors differ with respect to the location of the air intake mechanism and visual alarm indicators.

The instrument may be used in any orientation when clipped to the user or when used with a compatible carrying case. Normal instrument orientation for measuring gas concentration is hand held with sensors and display fac ing the operator.

Report

• Monitor Set-up Date

• Monitor Part Number (P/N)

• Monitor Serial Number (S/N)

• For Each Sensor*:

• P/N

• S/N

• Type

• Location

• Alarm level values

• Span gas values

• Span reserve values

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Number

Feature

Functions

Visual alarm indicator

Signals an alarm or warning; frequency varies by alarm level. Also used as a confidence indicator.

Pump inlet (aspirated) Sensor ports (diffusion)

Air intake; calibration and bump test gas intake.

LCD display

User interface; backlight flashes when monitor is in system, high, or low alarm states.

Audible alarm ports

On when monitor is in system, high, or low alarm states; frequency and tone vary by alarm level. Also used for warnings and as confidence indicator.

On/Off/Mode button

Used to power-on and power-off. Also used to bypass a process/step or Sets values in configuration mode.

Enter button

Used to begin a process/s tep in a process. Edits values in configuration mode.

IrDA interface

Indicates infrared light data exchange in-progress.

Charging contacts

Battery charging.

advance to a next screen in both gas monitoring and configuration modes.

Display Screen

The Ventis MX4 Boot-up Screen, as shown below, serves to introduce all icons and the alpha-numeric items (e.g.,

8.8.8) that can appear on the display when the monitor is in use, docked, or charging. Each display item is stationary, communicates unique information, and appears only when relevant to the task being performed.

A sample Gas Monitoring Screen is also shown below, next to the boot-up screen. This illustrates how the icons and the alpha-numeric characters work together to c ommunicate several points of information to the monitor user.

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diffusion monitor, the pump icon does not appear on the display.

Top Row Icons

Definition

Status: indicates no monitor or sensor faults.

Warning: indicates monitor or sensor fault.

Zero: communicates zero status (e.g., zero results, zero in-progress, etc.).

Gas Cylinder: communicates calibration related information (calibration due, calibration

Clock: indicates a process is in-progress.

Calendar: communicates overdue warnings for service items (calibration, bump testing, etc.).

Alarm: indicates an alarm causing condition.

Low level audio alarm is on.

High level audio alarm is on.

Peak: displayed when peak detection values are viewed.

Alpha-numeric display values

Definition

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Methane (CH4)

Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)

Lower Explosive Limit. Display variations:

“UEG” (German)

Oxygen (O2)

Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)

Boot-Up Screen All possible screen images.

Gas Monitoring Screen

Sample screen in gas monitoring mode.

NOTE: Display screens featured throughout this manual include the “pump” icon. Similar in appearance to a fan, it indicates an aspirated monitor is in use. For a

It is helpful to view the boot-up screen in sections. The top and bottom rows each contain icons. The main function of the middle section, in gas monitoring mode, is to communicate gas concentration readings. Definitions for all icons, gas name abbreviations, gas measurement unit s, and oth er indi cators are provided below. Where appl ic able , disp lay variations are noted.

apply gas, etc.).

“LEL” (English)

“LIE” (French)

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Alpha-numeric display values

Definition

Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)

CO H2/Low Percentage Volume: O

and CH4 measurement unit

Percentage unit for combustible gases; display variations:

“% UEG” (German)

Parts Per Million: H2S, CO, SO2 and NO2 measurement unit.

Over-range: for any sensor in over-range, indicates the measured gas concentration is

“Sup” (French)

Negative Over-range: for any sensor in negative over-range indicates the measured gas

“InF” (French)

Bottom Row Icons

Definition

Battery level indicator; display v ariations:

3 black bars = 67% – 100% charge remaining

Security Code: indicates code is set or to be entered.

Pump: shown anytime an aspirated monitor is in use.

Indicates IrDA communication is in-progress.

Short Term Exposure Limit: communicates STEL values. Display variations:

“VLE” (French)

Time Weighted Average: communicates TWA values. Display variations:

“VME” (French)

“% LEL” (English) “% LIE” (French)

greater than the measurement range of the sens or. Display variations:

“Or” (English and German)

concentration is less than the negative measurement range of the sensor. Display variations:

“-Or” (English and German)

Empty battery icon with three dashes in place of each sensor reading = critical battery warning Flashing empty battery icon = low battery warning 1 black bar = < 33% charge remaining 2 black bars = 34% – 66% charge remaining

“STEL” ( English and German)

“TWA” (English and German)

Alarms

NOTICE

→ All monitor alarms and warnings should be taken seriously and responded to as stated in company safety

standards.

→ Once initiated, an alarm will remain on while the alarm condition is present. For gas-related alarms, once the

detected gas concentration changes, the alarm indicators will change to reflect any new condition such as low-alarm gas, high-alarm gas, over-range gas, or no gas alarm.

→ When the latch alarm feature is enabled and the monitor goes into alarm, it will remain in alarm until the

alarm condition no longer exists and the monitor user presses the ENTER button for one second. This applies only to gas-related alarms.

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Display

Description

condition, the alarm indi cators will turn on.

alarm icon displays.

A negative over-range condition occurs when

and the up arrow icon displays.

A high alarm condition occurs when the

A low alarm condition occurs when the

It is practical for the monitor user to be aware of the possible alarms prior to monitor set-up and use. The Ventis MX4 has four alarm and warning levels. A “system level” alarm generates the highest frequency tone and highest level visual and vibration signals. It is used to indicate such events as a p ump, critical battery failure, or sensor failure. The “high” or “low” level audio alarms, in combination with visual and vibration indicators, turn on when gas concentration readings are over-range, high, or low. The lowest level indicator is a warning with beep patterns to indicate service needs (e.g., low battery or calibration due). The beep is also used as a confidence indicator w hen enabled.

Alarm types and their alarm generating conditions are described below.

An over-range condition occurs when the gas concentration value sensed is above the sensor’s measuring range.

Over-range Alarm Screen The “Or” message indicates which sensor(s) is reading an over-

range condition(s). All other sensors show their current gas concentration readings on a numeric display (left) or gas names on a text display (right). The high level alarms turn on and the alarm icon displays.

After any over-range alarm , the monitor should be calibrated.

NOTES: The O

and toxic sensor values

normally reset when the gas sensed reaches an acceptable range.

If the LEL reads over-range, the alarm latches and the LEL sensor is automatically turned off. Press the enter button to turn on the LEL sensor. This will turn off the alarm indicators . After a warm-up period of approximately 30 seconds, an LEL reading will display. If the new reading is an over-range or other alarm

Negative Over-range Alarm Screen

The “-Or” message indicates which sensor is reading a negative over-range condition. All other sen sors displ ay their current gas concentration readings*. The high level alar ms turn on and the

High Alarm Screen

A flashing gas concentration value* indicates which sensor(s) reading(s) is the cause for alarm. The high level alarms turn on

the gas concentration value sensed is less than the sensor’s measuring range.

After any negative over-range alarm, the monitor should be calibrated.

concentration of gas sensed reaches a level greater than the monitor’s high alarm value setting for a sensor(s).

concentration of gas sensed reaches the monitor’s low alarm value setting for a sensor(s).

Display

Description

Low Alarm Screen

and the down arrow icon dis plays.

and the TWA icon flashes.

A TWA alarm occurs when the calculated time

and the STEL icon flashes.

The STEL alarm occurs when the short term

The system level alarms turn on and the error icon displays.

Alarm occurs when the monitor registers no

audio alarm turns on and the error icon displays.

Alarm occurs when any ins talled sensor’s data-

Critical Error Screen

Error codes 4XX to 5XX (404 shown here)

A flashing gas concentration value* indicates which sensor(s) reading(s) is the cause for alarm. The low level alarms tur n o n

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weighted average reaches the monitor’s hazardous value for the set time frame.

TWA Alarm Screen

A flashing gas concentration value* indicates which sensor(s) reading(s) is the cause for alarm. The low level alarms tur n o n

STEL Alarm Screen

A flashing gas concentration value* indicates which sensor(s) reading(s) is the cause for alarm. The low level alarms turn on

No Sensor Installed Screen

exposure value exceeds the acceptable limit.

sensors installed.

Sensor Data Fail Screen A flashing “F” indicates which sensor is the cause for alarm. The

related operations fail and the sensor is not operational.

indicate the monitor has detected a malfunction. The unit is not operational and and should be examined by a qualified technician or reported to Industrial Scientific for service or repair information.

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Display

Description

the flow is less than 200 cc/m +0, -25%.

flashes.

alarm sounds for 10 minutes before powering off the monitor.

This alarm occurs when there is not enough

display.

Alarm occurs when one or more sensors are

alarm icons display. The gas cylinder icon flashes.

Alarm occurs when one or more sensors are

* The numeric mode display shows gas concentration values; the text mode display shows gas type names in place of gas values.

Pump Fault Alarm

The system level alarms turn on and the error icon displays.

Alarm occurs when, if attached, the pump is not operating correctly. While in alarm, every ten seconds the monitor attempts to restart the pump. If unsuccessful, the monitor remains in alarm.

Note: The nominal flow rate is >200 cc/m (.2 LPM). A pump fault alarm will occur when

Alarm occurs when the monitor’s battery reaches a low level of charge or is near ing its end of life.

Low Battery Warning Screen

A beep sounds every 60 seconds and the empty battery icon

Critical Battery Alarm

The empty battery icon indicates a battery life warning, while three dashes display in plac e of each sensor reading. The high

Bump Overdue Screen A “b” indicates which sensor(s) is overdue for bump testing. Two

beeps sound every 30 seconds and the calendar and alarm icons

battery life remaining for continued operation. The battery must be char ged or replaced.

The instrument is NOT detecting gas at this time.

due for a bump test. If the monitor settings permit, an in-field bump test may be performed in an area known to be nonhazardous.

due for calibration. If the monitor settings permit, an in-field calibration can be performed in an area known to be nonhazardous.

Calibration Due Alarm Screen The gas value flashes for each sensor overdue for calibration.

Three beeps sound every 30 seconds and the calendar and

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Battery Compatibility

Rechargeable

(part number*)

Replaceable

(part number*)

Ventis MX4 diffusio

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*X indicates color and Y indicates approvals.

Cover

Preparing the monitor for first time use is a “3-C” process: charge (if equipped with a lithium-ion battery), configure, and calibrate. This manual sec tion cov ers c harging and configuration for set-up purposes and can be consulted for ongoing instruction thereafter. Immediately following this section, calibration is covered in the manual section, Use and Service.

Batteries

As shown below, the Lithium-ion and Slim extended lithium-ion batteries are compatible with the diffusion instrument only. The Extended range battery can be installed for use with a diffusion or aspirated instrument. The battery's orderable part numbers are supplied in Battery part num bers and optio ns.

Lithium-ion battery Slim extended

lithium-ion battery

(VTSB-1XY*) (VTSB-4XY*) (VTSB-2XY*) (VTSB-3XY*)

aspirated

Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No Yes (without cover) Yes (without cover)

Extended range

lithium-ion battery

Alkaline battery

Docking Stations, Chargers, and other Accessories

Fully charge the monitor before first use. The lithium-ion equipped Ventis MX4 can be charged using any of the products listed below.

Part Number Product

Docking Stations

18109327 DSX™ Docking Station for Ventis

Calibration Stations

18108631 V-Cal™ Calibration Station 18107664 V-Cal™ 6-Unit Calibration Station

Chargers

18108191 18108209

18108650 Ventis 6-Unit Charger 18108651 Ventis Single Unit Automotive Charger, 12 VDC 18108652 Ventis Single Unit Truck-Mount Charger, 12 VDC, with Cigarette Adapter

Ventis Single Unit Charger Ventis Single Unit Charger / Datalink

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Forward insert position

Once the insert is placed

position.

Insert side 1: forward

Insert side 2: forward

Insert side 1: Rear

Part Number Product

18108653 Ventis Single Unit Truck-Mount Charger, 12 VDC, Hard Wired

NOTE: The above products are all equipped with a yellow LED “presence” indicator. This LED confirms that the monitor is properly seate d in the cradle such that the monitor can cha rge; however, it is NOT intended to be used as a charging indicator. This LED indicator may go out intermittently during normal charging functions and will not light if the unit is fully charged when placed in the cradle. Always refer to the monitor display’s battery level indicator to confirm the battery charge level.

Battery Charging

Charger insert placement

If the charger includes an insert, adjust the insert’s position to ensure the battery contacts touch the charging contacts.

Rear insert position

—

Lithium-ion battery Slim extended lithium-ion

battery

Extended range lithiumion battery

into the desired position, a firm push down will secure it in place.

position

To prevent losing the insert, keep it in the cradle in the most often used

NOTE: Do NOT touch the battery contacts located at the front of the charger as contaminants and damage will inhibit the battery’s ability to charge.

Power-on and -off

To power-on the Ventis MX4, press ON/OFF/MODE and hold for three to five seconds. During the first ten to15 seconds the monitor is on, its firmware completes internal tests and the us er sees or hears what is described and shown below. Following this initialization phase, a countdown screen displays. During this 20-second countdown, the monitor user can enter configuration mode to manually adjust monitor settings.

Display and Options

Instructions

briefly, then off.

started and, if needed, adjusted for optimum flow.

The Software Version Screen message displays for five seconds.

Enter configuration mode

Visual Test Screen

Displays for up to five seconds as the monitor completes a sensor and alarm check. Visual, vibration, and audio alarms turn on

Pump Set-up Screen

Displays for five to seven seconds for an aspirated monitor. The monitor checks for the presence of a pump. If present, the pump is

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No user action required.

Be sure the pump inlet is not blocked.

Software Version Screen

Calibration Days Screen

When the up arrow (▲) is featured, the number of days displayed for each sensor indicates when the next calibration is due. When

the down arrow (▼) is featured, the number of days displayed

indicates when the last calibration occurred.

Countdown Screen

Displays the 20 second countdown, one second at a time, from 20 to one. Options :

Enter gas monitoring mode

No user action required.

To enter gas monitoring mode: allow the countdown to complete and

advance to the Gas Moni toring Screen. Proceed to the manual section, Monitor Use and Service.

To enter configuration mode: simultaneously press ON/OFF/MODE and

ENTER, hold for three seconds, and release.

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