Ridgid CD-100 User Manual
micro CD-100
Combustible Gas Detector
micro CD-100 Operator’s Manual
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WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Man ual carefully before using
this tool. Failure to understand and follow the contents of this manual may
result in electrical shock,
fire and/or serious person al injury.
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Troubleshooting .....................................................................10
Lifetime Warranty.....................................................Back Cover
*Original Instructions - English
Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Serial Number.........................1
Safety Symbols.........................................................................2
General Safety Rules
Work Area Safety ...................................................................2
Electrical Safety......................................................................2
Personal Safety ......................................................................2
Equipment Use and Care .......................................................3
Service....................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
Combustible Gas Detector Safety ..........................................3
Description, Specifications And Standard Equipment
Description..............................................................................4
Specifications .........................................................................4
Controls ..................................................................................6
LED Display ...........................................................................6
Standard Equipment...............................................................6
Changing/Installing Batteries..................................................7
Pre-Operation Inspection ........................................................7
Set-Up and Operation ..............................................................8
Maintenance
Cleaning .................................................................................9
Sensor Calibration/Replacement............................................9
Storage......................................................................................9
Service and Repair.................................................................10
Disposal ..................................................................................10
Battery Disposal.....................................................................10
micro CD-100
Combustible Gas Detector
micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector
Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate.
Serial
No.
micro CD-100
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as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Equip ment can create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes
• Keep children and by-standers a way while operating equip -
ment. Distrac tions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an in -
creased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
• Do not expose equipment to rain or wet conditions. Water
en tering equipment will increase the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating equipment. Do not use equipment while you
General Safety Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and in struc tions. Failure to follow the
warn ings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
The EC Declaration of Conformity (890-011-320.10) will accompany this manual as a separate booklet when required.
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
• Do not operate equipment in explosive atmospheres, such
Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information. This
section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment.
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating equipment may re-
sult in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
Equipment Use and Care
• Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment for your
application. The correct equipment will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use equipment if the switch does not turn it ON and
OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the batteries from the equipment before making
any adjustments, changing accessories or storing. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury.
• Store idle equipment out of the reach of children and do not
allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment or these instructions to operate the equipment. Equipment can be dan-
gerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain equipment. Check for misalignment or binding of mov-
ing parts, missing parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the equipment’s operation. If damaged, have
the equipment repaired before use. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained equipment
• Use the equipment and accessories in accordance with
these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the equipment for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manu-
facturer for your equipment. Accessories that may be suitable
for one piece of equipment may become hazardous when used
with other equipment.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and grease. Allows
for better control of the equipment.
Service
• Have your equipment serviced by a qualified repair person
using on ly identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the tool is maintained.
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information that is
specific to this tool.
Read these precautions carefully before using the micro CD100 Combustible Gas Detector to reduce the risk of fire, explosion or other serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Keep this manual with the tool for use by the operator.
Combustible Gas Detector Safety
• High concentrations of combustible gases can cause explosions, fires, asphyxia and other hazards that could
cause serious personal injury or death. Know the character-
istics of the gas you are working with and use proper precautions to avoid hazardous conditions.
• Do not use the micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector as
a confined space or personal safety device. This could cause
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When the tool senses the presence of a combustible gas, it will tell
the operator by blinking the appropriate light(s), triggering the appropriate audible alert or providing the appropriate vibration alert.
The micro CD-100 comes equipped with an attached flexible 16"
probe hose.
Specifications
Visual Alert ...................................5 Red LEDs: Gas Measuring
Levels; Sensitivity Visual Alert
Audible Alert(85 db)......................Loud Audible Ticking Rate
(w/Continuous Modulation
Proportional to Gas Level)
Vibration Alert ...............................Standard
Sensitivity*......................................40 ppm (methane)
Response Time ..............................< 2 Seconds
Range.............................................0 – 6400 ppm (methane)
Sensitivity* Level
(methane) (HIGH).........................5 Levels:
40/80/160/320/640 ppm
Sensitivity* Level
(methane) (LOW)..........................5 Levels:
400/800/1600/3200/6400 ppm
Warm Up Calibration ....................Automatic
Warm Up Time..............................50 Seconds Max
Operating Buttons.........................Five: Power ON/OFF, High
Sensitivity, Low Sensitivity,
Audio Alerts, Vibration Alerts
Batteries .......................................4 x “AA”
Low Battery Status .......................Low and High Sensitivity LED
Solid
Sensor Connection .......................Plug-In
serious personal injury. The micro CD-100 does not specifically identify the combustible gas type or exact concentration.
• Always turn on and calibrate the gas detector in an area
known to be free of combustible gases. Calibration in an
area containing combustible gas will result in incorrect calibration and lower than actual readings. This could result in combustible gases not being detected.
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID
®
product:
• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
• Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local
RIDGID contact point.
• Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at rtctechservices@emerson.com, or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-
3456.
Description, Specifications
And Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID®micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector is a gas leak
locating tool that is used to identify the presence of and isolate the
source location of combustible gases such as methane, propane,
butane, ammonia and others (
see page 5
for a more complete list)
by indicating relative gas concentrations. Even low levels of combustible gas can be detected in seconds.
The micro CD-100 detects gas concentrations through the use of
an internal sensor. This sensor is heated during operation. As the
heated sensor interacts with gases, the unit immediately indicates to
the user that combustible gases are present. The micro CD-100 indicates the presence of combustible gases with visual, audio and
vibration feedback mechanisms. There are five (5) threshold levels
of measurement within two (Low and High) settings of sensitivity.
*Sensitivity level may vary for other gases.
Expected Sensor Life .....................5 Years
Probe ............................................Flexible 16"/400mm
Weight...........................................16 oz/450 grams
Detected Gases
* Natural Gas typically consists of a high percentage of methane and smaller
percentages of propane and other gases.
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Figure 1 – RIDGID micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector
Gases Detected Common Mixtures That Would Include
or Emit More Than One Of These Gases
Methane
Hydrogen Natural Gas*
Propane
Ethylene Paint Thinners
Ethane
Hexane
Benzene Industrial Solvents
Iso-Butane
Ethanol
Acetaldehyde Dry Cleaning Fluids
Formaldehyde
Toluene
P-Xylene Gasoline
Ammonia
Hydrogen Sulfide
Features
• 16" Adjustable Probe
• Replaceable Sensor
• TRI Mode Detection
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Standard Equipment
• micro CD-100
• Batteries 4 x AA
Low Sensitivity
Indicator
LED Display
High
Sensitivity
Indicator
Warm Up
Indicator
Figure 3 – micro CD-100 Display
Display
• Replaceable Gas Sensor
• Operator's Manual
Low Sensitivity
Selector
Power
ON/OFF
Vibration Alert
Enable/Disable
Audible
Alert
Enable/Disable
High Sensitivity
Selector
Figure 2 – micro CD-100 Parts
Controls
Battery
Cover
Display
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Figure 4 – Removing Battery Compartment Cover
Changing/Installing Batteries
The micro CD-100 comes without the batteries installed. If the high
sensitivity (yellow) and low sensitivity (white) lights are ON at the
same time, this indicates that the batteries need to be replaced.
Remove the batteries prior to long term storage or shipment to prevent battery leakage. Never change batteries in the presence of
combustible gases to reduce the risk of explosions, fires and other
serious injury.
1. Depress the battery compartment cover catch
(See Figure 4)
and remove the cover. If needed, remove batteries.
2. Install four AA alkaline batteries (LR6), observing correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover. Confirm securely attached.
4. Confirm battery cover clasp is locked.
(Figure 5)
Figure 5 – Battery Cover Clasp
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your micro CD-100 and correct any
problems to reduce the risk of injury or incorrect measurements.
1. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from equipment. This aids inspection.
2. Inspect the micro CD-100 for any broken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding parts, or any other condition which may prevent safe and normal operation.
3. Check that the warning labels are present, firmly attached and
readable.
(See Figure 6.)
4. If any issues are found during the inspection, do not use the
micro CD-100 until it has been properly serviced.
5. Following the Set-Up and Operation instructions, turn ON and
Always turn on and calibrate the gas detector in an area
known to be free of combustible gases. Calibration in an area
containing combustible gas will result in incorrect calibration
and lower than actual readings. This could result in combustible gases not being detected.
Set up and Operate the gas detector according to these procedures to reduce the risk of fire, explosions and serious injury
and incorrect measurements.
1. Check for an appropriate work area as indicated in the
General
Safety Section
.
2. Determine the application and confirm that you have the correct equipment. See the
Specifications section
for information on
sensitivity, gases detected and other information.
3. Make sure that all equipment has been properly inspected.
4. In an area where combustible gases are known to not be present, turn on the gas detector by pressing and releasing the
ON/OFF button. For one second the gas detector will vibrate,
beep, and the first level red light will come on to indicate that the
unit is ON. The gas detector then starts an approximately 50
second sensor heat up and calibration, during which the first
level red light is blinking.
Once the calibration is complete, for one second, all level lights
will flash, and if the audible and vibration alerts are ON, the unit
will beep and vibrate. Then either the high (yellow) or low
(white) light will be ON. If the high (yellow) and low (white) sensitivity lights are ON at the same time, this indicates that the
batteries need to be replaced. If all display lights are ON, this
indicates that the sensor has failed and that the unit needs to
be serviced.
If the gas detector is left ON for more than five minutes with no
activity, it will automatically shut OFF to conserve the batteries.
5. The Audible Alert and Vibration Alert retain the previous state
the detector was last in and can be turned ON or OFF if de-
calibrate the gas detector. Once calibration is complete use a
combustible gas source (such as an unlit lighter), to confirm
that the gas detector senses the gas. If the gas detector does
not sense the gas, do not use the unit until it has been properly
serviced. Remove the gas source and allow several minutes
for the sensor to stabilize prior to use.
Figure 6 – Warning Labels
Set-Up and Operation
WARNING
High concentrations of combustible gases can cause explosions, fires, asphyxia and other hazards that could cause serious personal injury or death. Know the characteristics of the
gas you are working with and use proper precautions to avoid
hazardous conditions.
Do not use the micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector as a
confined space or personal safety device. This could cause serious personal injury. The micro CD-100 does not specifically
identify the combustible gas type or exact concentration.
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any time by pressing the High Sensitivity (H) or Low Sensitivity (L) buttons.
If locating a leak, use the gas detector to find areas of lower
gas concentration and follow back to the source. In a piping
system, trace the system, stopping at the joints to monitor the
gas levels.
7. When gas detection is complete, turn the micro CD-100 OFF
by pressing the ON/OFF button.
Maintenance
Cleaning
Do not immerse the micro CD-100 in water. Wipe off dirt with a
damp soft cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solutions. Treat the instrument as you would a telescope or camera.
Sensor Calibration/Replacement
The micro CD-100 requires no calibration other than that done at
regular start up. If the sensor should fail, the sensor (Catalog Par t
#31948) can be replaced by a RIDGID Independent Authorized
Service Center.
Storage
The RIDGID micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector must be
stored in a dry secure area between -10°C (14°F) and 60°C
(158°F).
Store the tool in a locked area out of the reach of children and people unfamiliar with the micro CD-100.
Remove the batteries before any long period of storage or shipping
to avoid battery leakage.
sired. Press and release the Audible Alert button to turn it ON
and OFF. The gas detector will beep once when the Audible
Alert is turned ON and OFF. Press and release the Vibration
Alert button to turn it ON and OFF. The gas detector will vibrate
twice when turning the Vibration Alert ON and vibrate once
when turning the Vibration Alert OFF.
6. Enter the area to be monitored. Pay close attention to the gas
level indicators
(see Table 1).
As gas levels increase, more red
level lights will come on and the frequency of the Audible Alert
beeping and the Vibration Alert vibration will increase.
See
Table 1
for information on methane concentration levels and
gas detector feedback.
Table 1 – Gas Detector Feedback For Methane Concentration
Levels
* Gas Concentration levels may differ depending on the specific gas detected
When the gas detector is turned ON it is in whatever sensitivity state it was last in. In the low sensitivity setting, the lowest
concentration of methane detected is 400 ppm. Switch the sensitivity to the high setting by pressing the high sensitivity button
(H). This will be indicated by the yellow light in the bottom right
of the display. In the high sensitivity setting, the gas detector is
ten times more sensitive, with the lowest concentration of
methane detected at 40 ppm. Sensitivity can be changed at
Low Sensitivity High Sensitivity Level Lights Audible Alert
White Light ON Yellow Light ON
L1 L2 L3 L4 L5
Beeping
< 400 ppm < 40 ppm OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 1 cyc/sec
400…800 ppm 40…80 ppm ON OFF OFF OFF OFF 1.02 cyc/sec
800…1600 ppm 80…160 ppm ON ON OFF OFF OFF 1.2 cyc/sec
1600…3200 ppm 160…320 ppm ON ON ON OFF OFF 1.65 cyc/sec
3200…6400 ppm 320…640 ppm ON ON ON ON OFF 3.25 cyc/sec
> 6400 ppm > 640 ppm ON ON ON ON ON 6.25 cyc/sec
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Disposal
Parts of the RIDGID micro CD-100 Combustible Gas Detector contain valuable materials and can be recycled. There are companies
that specialize in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of the
com ponents in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact
your local waste management authority for more information.
For EC Countries: Do not dispose of elec trical equipment with household waste!
According to the European Guideline 2002/ 96/EC for
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its
implemen tation into national legislation, electrical equipment that is no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
Battery Disposal
For EC countries: Defective or used batteries must be recycled according to the guideline 2006/66/EEC.
Service and Repair
WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the RIDGID micro CD-100
Combustible Gas Detector unsafe to operate.
Service and repair of the micro CD-100 must be performed by an
authorized RIDGID service technician.
For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent Service Center or any service or repair questions:
• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
• Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local
RIDGID contact point.
• Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at rtctechservices@emerson.com, or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-
3456.
High (Yellow) and Low
(White) sensitivity
lights are ON at the
same time.
All display lights are
ON at the same time.
The battery is discharged (unable to heat the sensor).
The sensor (or the sensor heater) is defective.
The batteries are low and need to be changed.
Shut OFF unit. Sensor or entire unit should be replaced.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
Troubleshooting
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