Rae MultiRAE Quick Start Manual

MultiRAE

(Pumped Models)

QuickStart Guide

WARNINGS

Read Before Operating

The MultiRAE User’s Guide must be carefully read by all
individuals who have or will have the responsibility of
using, maintaining, or servicing this product. The product
will perform as designed only if it is used, maintained, and
serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

CAUTION!

Never operate the monitor when the rear cover is re­moved. Remove rear cover, sensors, and/or battery only
in an area known to be non-hazardous. Never use the
instrument with the calibration adapter installed, as this
can cause distorted readings, a potential safety threat.

Note: If the MultiRAE is equipped with a gamma
sensor, it comes pre-calibrated from the factory and no
calibration is required. You can challenge it anytime
with a radioactive check source.

User Interface

The MultiRAE’s user interface consists of the display
and three keys, [Y/+], [MODE] and [N/-]. The flippable
LCD displays information such as monitored threats,
real-time readings, measurement units, alarm type (when
in alarm, including cal. overdue), battery and pump
status, datalog (if on), and radio and connection quality
(if available).

Charging The MultiRAE

Always fully charge the battery before use. Contacts on
the bottom of the MultiRAE meet the Travel Charger’s
or Charging Cradle’s contact pins, transferring power.
Make sure the charger and MultiRAE are firmly
attached. Then connect the AC Adapter’s plug to the
charger, and plug its transformer into an AC outlet.
While charging, the LED on the cradle glows red.
When the battery is fully charged, the LED glows
green.

Turning The MultiRAE On

With the instrument turned off, press and hold the
[MODE] key until the audible alarm stops, and then
release. During startup, the battery, buzzer, vibration
alarm, and LEDs are tested, and then the MultiRAE
performs self-testing of its other functions. When the
main measurement screen appears, the MultiRAE is
ready for calibration or use.

Note: If the battery is completely empty, then the
display briefly shows the message “Battery Fully
Discharged,” and the MultiRAE shuts off. You should
charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged
battery before turning it on again.

Note: If Fast Startup is enabled on the instrument,
fewer screens are shown during startup, compared
to Normal Startup sequence.

Turning The MultiRAE Off

Press and hold [MODE]. A 5-second countdown to shut­off begins. You must continue pressing on the key for the
entire shutoff process. If you remove your finger from the
key during the countdown, the shutoff operation is
canceled and the MultiRAE continues normal operation.

When the countdown ends and the screen displays “Unit
Off,” release your finger from the [MODE] key. The
MultiRAE is now off.

Testing The Alarms

Under normal-operation mode and non-alarm condi­tions, the buzzer, vibration alarm, LED, and backlight
can be tested anytime by pressing [Y/+] once. If any
alarm does not respond, check the Alarm Settings in
Programming Mode to make sure all alarms are
enabled. If any alarms are enabled but are not
functional, do not use the instrument.

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Charging
status LED

[N/-] key

[MODE] key

Gas inlet

Display

LEDs

Alarm
Buzzer

LEDs

[Y/+] key

Charging and
Communication
Contacts

External filter

AC adapter
plug

Cable from
AC adapter

MultiRAE

Charger

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

www.raesystems.com

RAE Systems by Honeywell
3775 N. First St.
San Jose, CA 95134-1708 USA

Bump Testing and Calibration Setup

The MultiRAE can be automatically bump tested and
calibrated using the AutoRAE 2 Test and Calibration
System (refer to its User’s Guide for instructions).
Manually calibrate using a fixed-flow regulator (flow rate
between 0.5 and 1.0 liters per minute) and the supplied
special calibration adapter that covers the gas inlet:

1. Connect the gas cylinder, flow regulator, tubing

(must use Teflon tubing for PID sensor), and
calibration adapter to the MultiRAE.

2. With the MultiRAE in Normal Mode, enter

Programming Mode by pressing and holding both
[MODE] and [N/-] until the password screen appears.

3. Input the 4-digit password. (The default password is

“0000.” If you do not know the password, select
“Done.”) Then follow the menus to select single- or
multi-sensor bump test, zero, or span calibration.

Important! After a bump test or calibration, remove the
calibration adapter to ensure correct readings.

Zero & Fresh Air Calibration

The MultiRAE should be zero-calibrated in clean air
with 20.9% oxygen or with a cylinder of clean zero air.
In Programming Mode, select “Fresh Air.” Then:

Press [Y/+] to start a Fresh Air calibration for the listed
sensors. All are fresh-air calibrated at once.

To individually zero calibrate sensors:

1. Select “Single Sensor Zero” and select a sensor.

2. Press [Y/+] to select a sensor to zero calibrate.

3. Start the flow of the zero gas, if used, and press [Y/+].

4. The screen says, “Zeroing” and counts down.

5. When done, it says, “Zero Calibration Passed” (the

reading should be 0 or very close to it for VOC and toxic
gas sensors, and 20.9% Vol. for an oxygen sensor).

6. Shut off the flow of zero air (if used) and remove

the calibration adapter.

Note: If your MultiRAE is equipped with a CO2 sensor,
it must be zero calibrated using 100% Nitrogen (N2), or
isobutylene, instead of fresh air or zero air.

Span Calibration

In Programming Mode, and with “Multi Sensor Span” or
“Single Sensor Span” highlighted:

1. Press [Y/+]. The screen displays the sensor(s) to be

calibrated.

· Multi: The list is shown.

· Single: Select a sensor and press [Y/+]

2. Attach the calibration adapter, and connect the

calibration gas cylinder’s flow regulator to the
MultiRAE, and start the gas flow.

3. Press [Y/+] to start calibration.

4. Upon completion, a pass/fail calibration result

appears and the readings are shown (they should be
within ±10% of the span gas value).
Note: If a VOC sensor is installed, a second
calibration can be performed to enhance linearity,
requiring different calibration gas.

5. Turn off the gas and remove the calibration
adapter.

Bump (Functional) Testing

Bump test to confirm that the sensors and alarms are
functional.

Important! Test the alarms, as described in panel 6
(above), prior to performing a bump test.

Important! Make sure all sensors have warmed up
before performing the bump test. You can tell a
sensor has warmed up if you see a reading next to it
name on the display. If it has not warmed up, you see
three dashes next to it.

With the MultiRAE in Normal Mode:

1. Enter the Bump Test menu. Follow instructions

in panel 7 (above) or use the easy shortcut: Press
both the [Y/+] and [N/-] buttons at the same time
and hold them for 5 seconds. The Multi-Bump
menu then appears.

2. The bump test process consists of two steps, each

requiring its own calibration gas. The LEL and O2
sensors are tested first, followed by the PID sensor.
Press [Y/+] to start the bump test. While the bump
test is being performed, the readings for each sensor
are shown.

3. Once the bump test completes, pass/fail results are

shown for each sensor.

4. Press OK to proceed to the PID sensor test.

Connect Isobutylene gas and press [Y/+] to start the
test. After the test completes, pass/fail results are
shown.

5. Press OK to return to the main measurement

screen.

6. Turn off the gas flow.

7. Remove the calibration adapter.

BATTERY PACKS

A Li-Ion battery pack (PN: M01-3051-000 or M01-

3053-000) and an alkaline battery adapter (PN:
M01-3052-000 or M01-3054-000) are supplied
with each MultiRAE.

There are two types of output power for battery
packs or adapters. The battery pack (PN: M01­3051-000) and adapter (PN: M01-3052-000) are
used for MultiRAE model number PGM-62x0.
Battery pack (PN: M01-3053-000) and adapter
(PN: M01-3054-000) are used for model number
PGM-62x6/PGM-62x8.

The alkaline battery adapter accepts four AA
alkaline batteries (use only Duracell MN1500). Do
not mix old and new batteries or batteries from
different manufacturers.

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P/N: M01-4016-000 Rev C 201403

Wireless Operation

If your MultiRAE is equipped with a wireless
modem, its settings are controlled via the menu
items under “Wireless.” In order to save time while
operating the MultiRAE in a network, it is best to
configure the settings before taking the MultiRAE
into the field. Consult the User’s Guide for more
detailed instructions.

1. Enter Programming Mode by pressing and holding

[MODE] and [N/-] simultaneously until the password
screen appears.

2. Input the 4-digit password. (The default password

is “0000.” If you do not know the password, select
“Done.”) Then follow the instructions for individual
or multiple zero and span calibration.

3. Press [N/-] repeatedly until “Wireless” is

highlighted.

4. Press [Y/+] to select Wireless Settings.

5. Check that the radio is turned on, the PAN ID

matches the PAN ID of the network, and match the
channel of the network, too. Select Join Network if
a network is already established. You may also set
the reporting interval and turn on the off-network
alarm.

6. When you are done with the settings, press

[MODE] to go back to the programming screen,
and [MODE] again to return to the main screen.

7. Start the RAELink3 Mesh wireless modem and

ProRAE Guardian on your computer.

8. The antenna icon and signal-strength bars should be

shown on the screen’s upper-left corner.

9. Check that data is being received by ProRAE

Guardian.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous
atmospheres, recharge, remove, or replace the
battery only in an area known to be non-hazardous!

WARNING

Do not replace sensors in hazardous locations.

Basic Menu Navigation In Hygiene Mode

Pressing [N/-] repeatedly
allows you to step through
the screens as shown here.

Note: The first gray box only
applies if a gamma radiation
sensor is installed. The second
gray box indicates the datalog
functions when datalogging
is in Manual mode. When
datalogging is in Automatic
mode, this screen does not
appear. Refer to the User’s
Guide for information on
selecting Automatic, Manual,
or Snapshot datalogging.

Note: Dashed line indicates
automatic progression.

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SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE

1. The PGM-62xx shall only be fitted with

RAE Systems Battery Pack type M01­3051-000 or M01-3053-000 or Battery
Adapter M01-3052-000 or M01-3054-000
fitted with Duracell MN1500 batteries.

2. The PGM-62xx shall only be charged

outside hazardous areas.
No precautions against electrostatic discharge
are necessary for portable equipment that has
an enclosure made of plastic, metal, or a
combination of the two, except where a
significant static-generating mechanism has
been identified. Activities such as placing the
item in a pocket or on a belt, operating a
keypad or cleaning with a damp cloth, do not
present a significant electrostatic risk.

However, where a static-generating mechanism
is identified, such as repeated brushing against
clothing, then suitable precautions shall be
taken, e.g., the use of anti-static footwear.

Note: Users are recommended to refer to ISA­RP12.13, Part II-1987 for general information
on installation, operation, and maintenance of
combustible gas detection instruments.

The MultiRAE multi-gas detector must be
calibrated if it does not pass a bump test, or at
least once every 180 days, depending on use
and sensor exposure to poisons and
contaminants.

HAZARDOUS LOCATION APPROVALS

Exia Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D, T4

SIRA 11ATEX2152X, 0575 II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga
(for PGM62x0/PGM62x6)

SIRA 11ATEX2152X, 0575 II 2G Ex ia d IIC T4 Gb
(for PGM62x8)

UM = 20V

IECEx SIR 11.0069X, Ex ia IIC T4 Ga (for
PGM62x0/PGM62x6)

IECEx SIR 11.0069X, Ex ia d IIC T4 Gb (for
PGM62x8)

WIRELESS CERTIFICATION

Complies with the following:
FCC Part 15
R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC)

WARNINGS

ANY RAPID UP-SCALE READING FOL­LOWED BY A DECLINING OR ERRATIC
READING MAY INDICATE A GAS CONCEN­TRATION BEYOND UPPER SCALE LIMIT,
WHICH MAY BE HAZARDOUS.

TOUTE LECTURE RAPIDE ET POSITIVE,
SUIVE D’UNE BAISSE SUBITE AU
ERRATIQUE DE LA VALEUR, PEUT
INDIQUER UNE CONCENTRATION DE GAZ
HORS GAMME DE DÉTECTION QUI PEUT
ÊTRE DANGEREUSE.

ONLY THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTION
PORTION OF THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN
ASSESSED FOR PERFORMANCE.

UNIQUMENT, LA PORTION POUR
DÉTECTOR LES GAZ COMBUSTIBLES DE
CET INSTRUMENT A ÉTÉ ÉVALUÉE.

CAUTION: HIGH OFF-SCALE READINGS
MAY INDICATE AN EXPLOSIVE
CONCENTRATION.

ATTENTION: DES LECTURES HAUTES ET
HORS D’ECHELLE PEUVENT INDIQUER
DES CONCENTRATIONS DE GAZ
INFLAMMABLES.

CAUTION: SUBSTITUTION OF COMPO­NENTS MAY IMPAIR INTRINSIC SAFETY.

CAUTION: BEFORE EACH DAY’S USAGE,
SENSITIVITY OF THE LEL SENSOR MUST BE
TESTED ON A KNOWN CONCENTRATION OF
METHANE GAS EQUIVALENT TO 20 TO 50% OF
FULL-SCALE CONCENTRATION. ACCURACY
MUST BE WITHIN 0 AND +20% OF ACTUAL.
ACCURACY MAY BE CORRECTED BY
CALIBRATION PROCEDURE.

ATTENTION: AVANT CHAQUE UTILISATION
JOURNALIERE, VERIFIER LA SENSIBILITE DU
CAPTEUR DE LIE AVEC UNE CONCENTRATION
CONNUE DE METHANE EQUIVALENTE DE 20
A 50% DE LA PLEINE ECHELLE. LA PRECISION
DOIT ETRE COMPRISE ENTRE 0 ET 20% DE LA
VALEUR VRAIE ET PEUT ETRE CORRIGEE PAR
UNE PROCEDURE D’ETALONNAGE.

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