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D5615/5 [English]
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1, 2, 3, 4, and 5-Gas Detector

User Manual
 Limited Warranty and Limitation Liability
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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.
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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:
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 Table of Contents
Title Page

Limited Warranty and Limitation Liability ........................................................................................................................ 0

Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell .................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Gases Monitored ............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Safety Information - Read First.......................................................................................................................................... 2
aCautions .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Sensor Poisons and Contaminants .................................................................................................................................. 6
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR .................................................................................................................................. 9
Screen Elements ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Pushbuttons ...................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Activating the Detector..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Self-Tests....................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Battery Test .............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Datalogging (Optional).............................................................................................................................................. 13
Pump Test ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Due-Lock Enabled .................................................................................................................................................... 16
Force Calibration Enabled ........................................................................................................................................ 17
Bump Daily Enabled ................................................................................................................................................. 17
Self-Test Pass ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
Self Test Fail.................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Battery Test ................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Datalogger Operation (Optional).................................................................................................................................... 19
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Deactivating the Detector ................................................................................................................................................. 20
User Options Menu ........................................................................................................................................................... 20
Exit User Options Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 21
Options Menu................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Backlight ................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Confidence Beep ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Due-Lock .................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Latched Alarms ......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Passcode Protect...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Safe Display.............................................................................................................................................................. 23
Sensor Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
Sensor Enable/Disable ............................................................................................................................................. 25
Span Gas Value........................................................................................................................................................ 26
STEL Period ............................................................................................................................................................. 26
TWA Method ............................................................................................................................................................. 27
Resolution ................................................................................................................................................................. 27
%Vol CO2 (CO2 Sensors Only)................................................................................................................................. 28
%Vol CH4 (LEL Sensors Only).................................................................................................................................. 28
Correction Factor (CF) .............................................................................................................................................. 28
Automatic Oxygen (O2) Calibration........................................................................................................................... 30
Logger Option ................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Clock Option .................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Language Selection ....................................................................................................................................................... 32
Tech Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Sensors..................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Initialize ..................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Force Calibration ...................................................................................................................................................... 35
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Bump Daily ............................................................................................................................................................... 35
Stealth Mode............................................................................................................................................................. 36
Sleep Mode............................................................................................................................................................... 36
Alarms ................................................................................................................................................................................ 37
Gas Exposures Computed ............................................................................................................................................. 40
Viewing Gas Exposures ................................................................................................................................................. 40
Clearing Gas Exposures ................................................................................................................................................ 41
Gas Alarm Setpoints ...................................................................................................................................................... 41
Viewing the Alarm Setpoints .......................................................................................................................................... 41
Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints ...................................................................................................................................... 42
Stopping a Gas Alarm .................................................................................................................................................... 43
Sensor Alarm ................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Pump Alarm ................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Low Battery Alarm.......................................................................................................................................................... 44
Automatic Deactivation Alarm ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints ........................................................................................................................ 44
Guidelines ...................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Diagnostics Testing........................................................................................................................................................ 45
Applying Gas to the Sensors ......................................................................................................................................... 46
Single Gas Calibration Cap ...................................................................................................................................... 46
Calibration Procedure .................................................................................................................................................... 47
Start Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................ 48
Auto Zero and Oxygen (O2) Sensor Calibration ....................................................................................................... 48
Zero CO2 (GasAlertMicro 5 IR only) ......................................................................................................................... 48
Passcode Protect Activated ...................................................................................................................................... 49
Auto Span ................................................................................................................................................................. 50
Successful Span ....................................................................................................................................................... 52
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Setting the Calibration Due Date .............................................................................................................................. 52
Alarm Setpoints ........................................................................................................................................................ 54
Setting the Remaining Alarm Setpoints .................................................................................................................... 56
Finish Calibration ...................................................................................................................................................... 56
Verification ................................................................................................................................................................ 56
Unsuccessful Span ................................................................................................................................................... 57
Attaching the Accessories ............................................................................................................................................... 59
Installing the Pump Module............................................................................................................................................ 59
Replacing the Pump Filter.............................................................................................................................................. 60
Replacing the Pump Nozzle........................................................................................................................................... 61
Attaching the Auxiliary Filter .......................................................................................................................................... 61
Attaching the Sample Probe .......................................................................................................................................... 63
Datalogger ......................................................................................................................................................................... 64
MMC/SD Card Compatibility............................................................................................................................................. 64
Inserting the MMC/SD Card ........................................................................................................................................... 64
MMC/SD Card Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 65
Restoring Datalog Files.................................................................................................................................................. 66
Reformatting the MMC/SD Card .................................................................................................................................... 67
Import Datalogs to Fleet Manager II ................................................................................................................................ 68
Minimum PC Requirements ........................................................................................................................................... 68
Importing from MicroDock II to Fleet Manager II............................................................................................................ 68
Import to Fleet Manager II Using a Card Reader ........................................................................................................... 68
View Datalog Files in Spreadsheets ................................................................................................................................ 69
Example of a Datalog Spreadsheet .......................................................................................................................... 70
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Battery Cautions ........................................................................................................................................................... 73
Charging the Battery ...................................................................................................................................................... 73
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Replacing the Alkaline Batteries .................................................................................................................................... 74
Replacing the Lithium Battery Pack ............................................................................................................................... 75
Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter .............................................................................................................................. 75
Photoionization Detector (PID) ...................................................................................................................................... 77
Clean or Replace the Lamp ...................................................................................................................................... 77
Replace the Lamp..................................................................................................................................................... 78
Replace the Electrode Stack .................................................................................................................................... 78
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................................ 79
Replacement Parts and Accessories .............................................................................................................................. 85
Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................... 87
General Specifications for Datalogger Units .................................................................................................................. 90
GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Downloadable Datalogger ....................................................................................................... 90
PID Correction Factor (CF) Library.................................................................................................................................. 91

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Figure Title Page

1. Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR...................................................................................................................... 9

2. Screen Elements ................................................................................................................................................. 10
3. Applying Gas to the Sensors ............................................................................................................................... 46
4. Single Gas Calibration Cap ................................................................................................................................. 47
5. Removing the Single Gas Calibration Cap .......................................................................................................... 47
6. Installing the Pump Module ................................................................................................................................. 59
7. Replacing the Pump Filter ................................................................................................................................... 60
8. Replacing the Pump Nozzle ................................................................................................................................ 61
9. Attaching the Auxiliary Filter ............................................................................................................................... 61
10. Attaching the Filter Cord..................................................................................................................................... 62
11. Attaching the Sample Probe................................................................................................................................ 63
12. Inserting/Removing the MMC/SD Card ............................................................................................................... 65
13. Replacing the Alkaline Batteries.......................................................................................................................... 74
14. Replacing the Lithium Battery Pack .................................................................................................................... 75
15. Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter ................................................................................................................... 76
16. Parts of the PID ................................................................................................................................................... 77

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 List of Tables
Table Title Page

1. Gases Monitored ................................................................................................................................................... 2

2. Sensor Poisons and Contaminants ....................................................................................................................... 6
3. International Symbols ............................................................................................................................................ 7
4. Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR...................................................................................................................... 9
5. Screen Elements ................................................................................................................................................. 10
6. Pushbutton .......................................................................................................................................................... 11
7. Alarms ................................................................................................................................................................. 37
8. Computed Gas Exposures .................................................................................................................................. 40
9. Gas Alarm Setpoints ........................................................................................................................................... 41
10. OSHA Sample Factory Alarm Setpoints.............................................................................................................. 42
11. Applying Gas to the Sensors ............................................................................................................................... 46
12. Single Gas Calibration Cap ................................................................................................................................. 47
13. Time Required to Span ....................................................................................................................................... 51
14. Installing the Pump Module ................................................................................................................................. 59
15. Datalog Spreadsheet Example............................................................................................................................ 70
16. Datalog Status Codes ......................................................................................................................................... 71
17. Datalog Gas and Correction Factor Sensor Codes ............................................................................................. 72
18. Replacing the Alkaline Batteries.......................................................................................................................... 74
19. Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter .................................................................................................................. 76
20. Parts of the PID sensor ....................................................................................................................................... 77
21. Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................... 79
22. Replacement Parts and Accessories .................................................................................................................. 85
23. PID Corrections Factor (CF) Library.................................................................................................................... 91
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Contacting BW Technologies by Honeywell Introduction

To contact BW Technologies by Honeywell, call a Warning
USA: 1-888-749-8878 To ensure personal safety, read the Safety Information -
Canada: 1-800-663-4164 Read First and Cautions before using the detector.
Europe: +44 (0) 1295 700300 The GasAlertMicro 5, GasAlertMicro 5 PID, and GasAlertMicro 5 IR
Other countries: +1-403-248-9226 gas detectors (“the detector”) warn of hazardous gas at levels above
Address correspondence to user-defined alarm setpoints.

BW Technologies by Honeywell The detector is a personal safety device. It is your responsibility to

2840 – 2 Avenue S.E. respond properly to the alarm.
Calgary, AB T2A 7X9 Note
CANADA
Unless reference is made to a specific detector model, the
Email: [email protected] GasAlertMicro 5, GasAlertMicro 5 PID, and GasAlertMicro 5 IR
Website: www.gasmonitors.com detectors are referred to as GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR.
Refer to Gases Monitored prior to operating the detector.

ISO 9001

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Gases Monitored CAUTION: FOR SAFETY REASONS, THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE

OPERATED AND SERVICED BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
The following table lists the gases that are monitored by the detector.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY
Table 1. Gases Monitored BEFORE OPERATING AND SERVICING.

Gas Detected Unit of Measure

Oxygen (O2)
Safety Information - Read First
% volume
Use the detector only as specified in this user manual, otherwise the
a) percent of lower explosive protection provided by the detector may be impaired.
limit (%LEL)
Combustible gases (LEL) International symbols used on the detector and in this user manual are
b) percent by volume
defined in Table 3..
methane 0-5.0% v/v
Carbon monoxide (CO) parts per million (ppm) Read the Cautions on the following pages before using the detector.

Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) parts per million (ppm) ec Warning

Phosphine (PH3) parts per million (ppm) This instrument contains batteries. Do not mix with the
solid waste stream. Spent batteries must be disposed of
Sulfur oxide (SO2) parts per million (ppm) by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler.
Chlorine (Cl2) parts per million (ppm) Dispose of lithium cells immediately. Do not
disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Do not mix
Ammonia (NH3) parts per million (ppm) with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries must be
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) parts per million (ppm) disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous
materials handler.
Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) parts per million (ppm)
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) parts per million (ppm)
Ozone (O3) parts per million (ppm)
Volatile organic compounds
parts per million (ppm)
(VOC)
Carbon dioxide (CO2) parts per million or %vol CO2

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aCautions

aCautions

• Warning: Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.

• Caution: For safety reasons, this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. Read and understand
this user manual completely before operating or servicing.

• Do not use the detector if it is damaged. Inspect the detector before using. Look for cracks and/or missing parts.

• If the detector is damaged or parts are missing, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell immediately.

• Use only sensor(s) that are specifically designed for the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR detectors. Refer to Replacement Parts and
Accessories.

• Calibrate the detector before first-time use and then on a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons
and contaminants. Sensors must be calibrated regularly and at least once every 180 days (6 months).

• 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. Manually verify that the audible and visual alarms are activated.
Calibrate if the readings are not within the specified limits.

• BW recommends the combustible sensor be checked with a known concentration of calibration gas after any known exposure to
catalyst contaminants/poisons (sulfur compounds, silicon vapors, halogenated compounds, etc).

• 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.

• Warning: High off-scale LEL readings may indicate an explosive concentration.

• Only the combustible gas detection portion of this instrument has been assessed for performance by CSA International.

• 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.

• Before using common products around sensors, refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants.

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aCautions

• Any rapid up-scaling reading followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale
limit, which may be hazardous.

• Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas, in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.

• Use only BW approved batteries for the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR detectors. Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories.

• Charge the detector before first-time use. BW recommends the detector be charged after every workday.

• Charge the battery pack immediately when a low battery alarm occurs.

• Read and adhere to the battery cautions provided in Battery Cautions.

• Charge the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR batteries using the recommended charging adapter only. Do not use any other charging
adapter. Failure to adhere to this caution can lead to fire and/or explosion.

• Read and adhere to all instructions in the charger user manual. Failure to do so can result in fire, electrical shock, personal
injury, and/or property damage.

• Extended exposure of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR detectors to certain concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress a
detector element, which can seriously affect its performance. If an alarm occurs due to high concentration of combustible gases,
recalibration should be performed, or if needed, the sensor replaced.

• Protect the PID sensor from exposure to silicone vapors.

• When calibrating O3 and ClO2 sensors that are located in the Toxic 2 sensor position, a single gas calibration cap must be used
to ensure accurate calibration. For more information, refer to Single Gas Calibration Cap.

• Replace the CO2 sensor only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas.

• The optional pump (M5-PUMP) is certified for use with the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR detectors only.

• Do not immerse the detector in liquids.

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aCautions

• Do not test the combustible sensor’s response with a butane cigarette lighter; doing so will damage the sensor.

• Do not expose the detector to electrical shock or severe continuous mechanical shock.

• Do not attempt to disassemble, adjust, or service the detector unless instructions for that procedure are provided in the user
manual and/or that part is listed as a replacement part. Use only BW Technologies by Honeywell Replacement Parts and
Accessories.

• The detector warranty is void if customer, personnel, or third parties damage the detector during repair attempts. Repair
attempts made by non-BW Technologies by Honeywell repair/service personnel voids this warranty.

Lithium Battery Packs

• Warning: The lithium battery (M5-BAT08) may present a risk of fire or chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not disassemble,
heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate.

• Do not use any other lithium batteries with the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR detectors. Use of any other cell can cause fire and/or
explosion. To order and replace the M5-BAT08 battery, refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories.

• Warning: Lithium polymer cells exposed to heat at 266°F (130°C) for 10 minutes can cause fire and/or explosion.

• 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.

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Sensor Poisons and Contaminants The following table lists common products to avoid using around
sensors.
Several cleaners, solvents, and lubricants can contaminate and cause
permanent damage to sensors. Before using cleaners, solvents, and Table 2. Sensor Poisons and Contaminants
lubricants in close proximity to the detector sensors, read and adhere
to the following caution and table. Cleaners and
Silicones Aerosols
Lubricants
a Caution Brake cleaners Silicone cleaners Bug repellents
Use only the following BW Technologies by Honeywell and protectants and sprays
recommended products and procedures: Lubricants Silicone based Lubricants
adhesives, seal-
• Use water based cleaners.
ants, and gels
• Use non-alcohol based cleaners.
Rust inhibitors Hand/body and Rust inhibitors
• Clean the exterior with a soft, damp cloth. medicinal creams
• Do not use soaps, polishes, or solvents. that contain silicone
Window and glass Tissues containing Window and
cleaners silicone glass cleaners
Dishsoaps Mold releasing
agents
Citrus based cleaners Polishes
Alcohol based
cleaners
Hand sanitizers
Anionic detergents
Methanol
(fuels and antifreezes)

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Table 3. International Symbols

Symbol Description

n Approved to both U.S. and Canadian Standards by CSA International

g European Explosives Protection

X Conforms to European Union Directives

ATEX Conforms to European ATEX Directives

International Electrotechnical Commission Scheme for Certification to Standards for Electrical Equipment for
IECEx Explosive Atmospheres

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Getting Started The detector is shipped with the sensors, and battery packs installed.
To replace sensors, the pump, or the battery pack, refer to Replacement
The list below provides the standard items included with the detector.
Parts and Accessories.
If the detector is damaged or parts are missing, contact the place of
purchase immediately. To become oriented with the features and functions of the detector, refer
to the following figures and tables:
• Batteries: Three replaceable alkaline cells with battery pack, or
one rechargeable lithium battery pack • Figure 1. and Table 4. describe the detector’s components.
• Sensors: O2, combustible (LEL), toxic, H2S/CO (TwinTox sensor), • Figure 2. and Table 5. describe the detector’s screen elements.
PID, or CO2 • Table 6. describes the detector’s pushbutton.
• Calibration cap and hose
• Single gas calibration cap
• Screwdriver
• Quick reference guide
• Quick reference card
• User manual and training on CD-ROM
• Fleet Manager II (if applicable)
To order parts, refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories.

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Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR

Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Table 4. Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR

Item Description

1 Liquid crystal display (LCD)

2 Pushbuttons
3 Audible alarms
4 Toxic 2 sensor
Toxic 1/PID sensor (Micro 5 PID)
5 or
Toxic 1/IR (CO2) sensor (Micro 5 IR)

6 Visual alarm indicators (LEDs)

7 LEL sensor
8 Oxygen sensor
9 Pushbuttons
10 Battery pack
11 Alligator clip

Figure 1. Parts of the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR

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Screen Elements Table 5. Screen Elements

Item Description

1 Alarm condition
2 Automatically span sensor
3 Gas cylinder
4 Gas type
5 Battery life indicator
6 Passcode lock
7 Data transmission
8 Clock
9 Stealth mode
10 Pump indicator (optional)
11 MMC indicator (optional)
Alarm condition (low, high, TWA,
STEL, or multi alarm) or view TWA,
12
STEL and peak (MAX) gas expo-
Figure 2. Screen Elements sures
Note 13 Automatically zero sensor
If enabled, the backlight automatically activates for 8 seconds
when there is an alarm condition and whenever there is
insufficient light to view the LCD. Any pushbutton reactivates
the backlight in low light conditions.

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Pushbuttons

Pushbuttons
Table 6. Pushbutton

Pushbutton Description

• To activate the detector press A.

A
• To deactivate the detector, press and hold A until the countdown is complete.

• To increment the displayed value or scroll up, press G.

• To enter the user options menu, press and hold G and H simultaneously until the countdown is complete.

G • To clear the TWA, STEL, and peak (MAX) gas exposure readings, press and hold C and G simultaneously
until the countdown is complete.

• To view the date and time, alarm setpoints (TWA, STEL, low, high) of all sensors, and the LEL/PID correction factor
(if applicable) press G.

• To decrement the displayed value or scroll down, press H.

H • To initiate calibration and to define alarm setpoints, press and hold C and H simultaneously until the countdown
is complete.

• To view the TWA, STEL, and peak (MAX) gas exposure readings, press C.
C
• To acknowledge latched alarms, press C.

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Activating the Detector Battery Test

If using the pump module, attach it and the pump accessories prior to The detector performs a battery test during startup. If the battery has
activating the detector. insufficient power to operate, the following screen displays before
For illustrations and procedures, refer to the following: deactivating.

• Installing the Pump Module.

• Attaching the Sample Probe
• Replacing the Pump Filter
• Replacing the Pump Nozzle
• Attaching the Auxiliary Filter

Note
Replace the batteries and reactivate the detector.
Only activate the detector in a safe atmosphere that is free of
1. All of the LCD elements display simultaneously as the detec-
hazardous gas in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
tor beeps, flashes, vibrates, and briefly activates the back-
To activate the detector, press A. light.

Self-Tests
When the detector is activated, it performs several self-tests. Confirm
the following tests occur.
Note
If an error message displays during the self-test, refer to
Troubleshooting.

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2. The version and serial number of the detector displays. Note

If there is a problem with the MMC/SD card, Datalogger
disabled displays. The detector then automatically continues
with the self-test.
If the card requires formatting, the following screen
displays as the card is automatically formatted.

3. The date and time displays.

5. The detector then runs a self-test to verify the sensors and

power supply are operating correctly.

Datalogging (Optional)
4. If the detector is a datalogging unit, it determines if

• a MultiMediaCard (MMC) or Secure Digital (SD) card is

inserted,
• the detector can communicate with the card,
• the detector supports the size of the card, and
• the card requires formatting.

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Self-test Successful: If successful, the following screen displays. 7. The TWA, STEL, low, and high alarm setpoints then
display in the following order (left to right).
TWA STEL

Self-test Unsuccessful: If a sensor fails the self-test, a warning

displays indicating which sensor(s) has failed.
Low High

6. If correction factors are set in the user options, the LEL or PID Note
(custom) correction factors display. The alarm setpoints may vary by region. Refer to Resetting
Gas Alarm Setpoints.

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Pump Test If the pump inlet is not blocked within 10 seconds or the pump
test fails, the following screens display.
8. If the pump module is attached to the detector, the following
screens display.

If C is not pressed or the pump is not removed within

25 seconds, the detector performs the pump test again.
When the following screen displays, block the pump inlet.
Note
The pump may require a new filter. Refer to Replacing the
Pump Filter.
If the pump alarm persists, remove the battery pack to deacti-
vate the detector and then refer to the “Pump Operation” sec-
tion of Troubleshooting.
If the pump test is successful, the following screen
displays and the self-test continues.

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9. Unless disabled in user options, the oxygen (O2) sensor is cali- If any sensor is over due for calibration, the LCD displays the
brated automatically. name of the sensor and the number of days past due.

If the calibration is successful, the detector beeps twice. Due-Lock Enabled

The Due-lock option ensures that a passcode must be entered when
Note calibration is past due, otherwise the detector automatically deactivates.
If the automatic O2 calibration feature has been disabled, 11. If Due-Lock is enabled in the user options, the following
Automatic O2 span disabled displays. screen displays.

10. The number of days remaining before calibration is due dis-

plays for all sensors.

Enter the correct passcode and press C to confirm.

Note
If any sensor is overdue, Y displays continually until calibration
is performed.

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If no passcode is entered, or it is entered incorrectly, the follow-

ing screen displays.

Bump Daily Enabled

a Caution
To enable/disable this option, refer to Due-Lock in the user BW recommends that a bump test to all sensors be
options menu. Also refer to Passcode Protect. performed every 24 hours prior to the beginning of the
Force Calibration Enabled work shift.
13. If Bmp Daily (bump daily) is enabled in tech mode, the follow-
12. If Force cal (force calibration) is enabled in tech mode, calibra-
ing screens display.
tion is mandatory before the detector enters normal operation.
Refer to Force Calibration in Tech Mode to enable/disable, and
refer to Calibration Procedure to calibrate.

If a bump test of the LEL and O2 sensor is not performed, the

detector will deactivate.

If C is not pressed to start calibration, the following screen dis- Apply the LEL gas and then apply the O2 (a higher or lower
plays and the detector deactivates. percentage than the default 20.9%, such as 18% O2).

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Successful Bump Test: If the bump test passes, the following screens If additional sensors require a bump test but are not mandatory, the
display. following screens display.

The detector waits for the sensor(s) to clear (30 seconds) and then Press C Yes to accept and proceed to normal operation.
enters normal operation. Or
Unsuccessful Bump Test: If the bump test is unsuccessful or the bump If A No is pressed, or no buttons are pressed, the sensor(s) that is
test is not performed, the following screen displays and the detector past due displays as FAIL when the detector enters normal operation.
deactivates. In the following screen example, only the SO2, CO, and O2 sensors are
operational.

The self-test is now complete.

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Self-Test Pass Battery Test

If the detector passes the self-test, it enters normal operation and The batteries are tested when the detector is activated and continuously
displays the ambient gas readings. thereafter. The battery power icon displays continually during normal
operation. If battery power is low, flashes.

Datalogger Operation (Optional)

a Caution
Do not remove the battery pack while the detector is
activated. Doing so will prevent the datalogger from
logging correctly.
The detector begins recording the peak (MAX) gas exposure and calcu- Datalogger operation is automatic and requires no settings. During
lating the short-term exposure level (STEL) and time-weighted average normal operation the card is tested every 20 seconds.
(TWA) exposures.
Note
Self Test Fail The MMC/SD card icon (S) displays continuously on the LCD
when the card is inserted. The card is not required for opera-
If a sensor fails, FAIL flashes above that sensor on the normal operation tion; however, if the card is not inserted the detector will not
screen. For possible problems and solutions, refer to Troubleshooting. record data.

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Deactivating the Detector User Options Menu

To deactivate the detector, press and hold A while it beeps and flashes If the detector is passcode protected, a passcode must be entered to
to the corresponding countdown. access the user options menu. For more information, refer to Passcode
Protect.
The available user options are as follows:
1. Exit
2. Options: Backlight, confidence beep, due-lock, latch, pass-
code, and safe mode.
3. Sensors: Sensor enable/disable, span gas, STEL period, TWA
method, resolution, % vol CH4, correction factor, automatic O2
At the end of the countdown, the detector emits an extended beep and calibration, and % vol CO2, (CO2 sensor only)
flash then displays 0 before deactivating.
4. Logger
Note
5. Clock
If A is not held down for the complete countdown, the detector
remains activated. 6. Language: English, French, German, Spanish, and
Portuguese.
7. Tech mode: Sensors, initialize, forced calibration, daily bump
test, stealth, and zero level (CO2 sensor only).

Note
Tech mode is not visible in the user options menu. To access
this option, refer to Tech Mode.

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1. To enter the user options menu, press and hold G and H Note
simultaneously as the detector beeps and flashes to the cor- If no pushbuttons are pressed within 20 seconds, the detector
responding countdown. returns to normal operation.

Exit User Options Menu

To exit the user options menu and return to normal operation, scroll to
Exit and press C. The following screen displays.

G and H must be held down for the entire countdown to

access the user options menu.
When the countdown is complete, the revision/serial number
screen displays followed by the options menu.
The user options menu can also be exited by repeatedly pressing A
until the detector returns to normal operation.

Options Menu
Each feature within the Options menu is enabled/disabled by pressing
C to toggle between the checkboxes.

Enabled 
2. To scroll through the options, press H or G. When the cursor Disabled 
displays beside the desired option, press C.
3. To return to the previous menu, scroll to Back and press C or
press A.

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Backlight Due-Lock
The Backlght (backlight) option enables If the Due-lock (calibration user lockout)
the LCD backlight to activate automatically option is enabled and a sensor is overdue
in low-light conditions. for calibration upon startup, the passcode
If disabled, the backlight activates only must be entered to access normal opera-
when the detector is in alarm mode. tion.

Note Note

In stealth mode, the backlight does If the correct passcode is not

not activate. entered, the detector deactivates.

The detector is shipped with the Backlght The detector is shipped with the Due-lock
option enabled. option disabled.

Confidence Beep
The Confibeep (confidence beep) option
provides continuous confirmation that the Latched Alarms
detector is operating properly. When confi- If enabled, the Latch (latched alarms)
dence beep is enabled, the audible alarm option causes the low and high gas alarms
beeps once every 10 seconds. (audible, visual, and vibrator) to persist
Note until they are acknowledged. Press C to
acknowledge the alarm.
Confidence beep is automatically
disabled during a low battery alarm. After the alarm is acknowledged, it reacti-
vates every 30 seconds until the gas
The detector is shipped with the concentration is below the setpoint.
Confibeep option disabled.
The detector is shipped with the Latch
option disabled.

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Passcode Protect Safe Display

The Passcode option prevents unauthorized When enabled, the Safe option confirms that
access to the user options menu, the calibra- conditions are normal and there are no gas
tion function, and to adjusting the alarm hazards present. When all gas levels are
setpoints. normal or below the alarm setpoints, Safe
displays continually on the LCD.
Note
The detector is shipped with the Safe option
The passcode is provided separately.
disabled.
If passcode protect is enabled and the Enter
passcode: 1000 screen displays, press G or
H to scroll to the correct passcode and then
press C to confirm.
The detector is shipped with the Passcode
option disabled.

If an incorrect passcode is entered or C is not

pressed within 5 seconds to confirm the correct
passcode, Passcode incorrect displays. The
alarm beeps three times and the detector
either
• resumes normal operation
(for user options), or
• deactivates
(for calibration if Due Lock is enabled).

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Sensor Configuration 1. From the option menu screen, scroll to Sensors and press
C to access the following screen.
The Sensor option provides access to additional options and functions
for each sensor.
Depending upon the sensor that is selected, some or all of the following
options are available for configuration:
• Enabling/disabling a sensor
• Setting the span gas value
• Adjusting the STEL period (not applicable to LEL and O2 sensors)
• Selecting the TWA method (not applicable to LEL and O2 sensors) 2. Press G or H to scroll to the desired sensor. Press C to con-
firm and to access the menu options specific to the selected
• Resolution setting (not applicable to CO, LEL, O2, and CO2
sensor.
sensors)
For all sensor options, if a value is changed but not
• % vol CO2 (CO2 sensor only)
confirmed within 5 seconds, the detector emits an
• % vol CH4 (LEL sensor only) audible alarm and displays the following error message.
• Selecting the correction factor (LEL and PID sensors only)
• Automatic calibration (O2 sensor only)

The detector retains the previous setting and returns to the

user options menu.

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Sensor Enable/Disable If disabled, the readings and the gas type for the sensor do not display
a Warning when in normal operation.

Disabling a sensor should only be performed with If a sensor is enabled but it is not installed in the detector, FAIL flashes
extreme caution. The disabled sensor cannot measure above the gas type of the missing sensor.
and alarm against the applicable gas.
Disabled Enabled/not installed
If a sensor fails, disabling the sensor deactivates the fail alarm. The
sensor should be replaced and enabled as soon as possible. The
detector will function normally with the remaining enabled sensors.
Note
Detectors that are configured for a 1, 2, 3, or 4 gases may con-
tain a dummy sensor in one of the four sensor locations.

After selecting the desired sensor, the following screen displays. If all the sensors are disabled, the following screens display.

Press C to toggle between enable/disable (sensor can be enabled at Enable one or more sensors to exit and access normal operation.
any time).

Enabled 
Disabled 

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Span Gas Value STEL Period

The Span gas option increases or The short-term exposure limit (STEL period) option provides
decreases the gas concentration for protection for workers from over exposure to high concentrations
calibration (must match the gas of gas, and is based on 5-15 minute intervals.
concentration listed on the gas cylinder).
After selecting the sensor, press H to The STEL period option is available for
scroll to Span gas and press C within every toxic sensor.
20 seconds to confirm. After selecting the desired sensor, press
Depending upon the sensor selected, a H to scroll to STEL period and press C
screen similar to A or B displays. Press A within 20 seconds to confirm.
G or H to scroll to the desired value and
The STEL period can be set from 5 to
press C within 5 seconds to confirm.
15 minutes. Press G or H to scroll to the
If C is not pressed within 5 seconds to required value, and then press C within
confirm the new value, the detector 5 seconds to confirm.
retains the previous value and returns to
If C is not pressed within 5 seconds to
the user options menu.
confirm the new value, the detector
Note retains the previous value and returns to
BW recommends that span concentration B the user options menu.
values be set between specific ranges. The detector is shipped with the STEL
Refer to the Resetting Gas Alarm period set to 15 minutes.
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TWA Method Resolution

The TWA method (time-weighted average) The Resolution option displays the gas
option is a safety measure used to calculate measurement using Regular or Extra
accumulated averages of gases to notify the resolution.
user when the maximum average is Regular: Displays gas measurement in
accumulated. The options are the OSHA or 1 ppm increments.
ACGIH calculating method.
Extra: Displays the gas measurement in
0.1 ppm increments.
OSHA Method: 8 hour moving average – oldest value (first hour) is
replaced by the newest value (ninth hour). Note
ACGIH Method: Infinite accumulated average to 8 hours – total Regular resolution for O3 and ClO2 sensors is 0.1 ppm, while
accumulation, whether it is 2 hours or 8 hours. extra resolution is 0.01 ppm.
After selecting the desired sensor, press H to scroll to TWA method. The Resolution option is not available for CO, O2, LEL, PID,
Press C within 20 seconds to confirm. and CO2 sensors.

A check displays in the checkbox of the After selecting the desired sensor, press H to scroll to Resolution.
currently selected method. To select the Press C within 20 seconds to confirm.
other method, press H to move the check A check displays in the checkbox of the
to the other method. Press C to confirm the currently selected resolution. To select the
selection. other resolution, press H to move the
The detector is shipped with the OSHA check to other resolution. Press C to
method enabled. confirm the selection.

Note The detector is shipped with Regular

resolution enabled for applicable sensors.
If the TWA method has been changed, the TWA, STEL, and
MAX values must be reset to ensure the TWA is calculated
correctly. Refer to Clearing Gas Exposures.

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%Vol CO2 (CO2 Sensors Only) %Vol CH4 (LEL Sensors Only)
If the %vol CO2 is enabled, the detector If %vol CH4 is enabled, any currently
displays the carbon dioxide (CO2) enabled correction factor is ignored and
readings as %vol (0.0). the detector operates assuming a
methane (CH4) calibration.
From the Sensors option menu, select
CO2. From the Sensors menu, select LEL and
press C to confirm.
Next, press H to scroll to %vol CH4 and
Press H to scroll to %vol CO2. Press C
press C within 20 seconds to confirm.
to toggle between enable and disable.
Press C to toggle between enable and
Confirmation is not required. If no buttons
disable.
are pushed, after 20 seconds the detector
returns to the sensor selection screen. Confirmation is not required. If no buttons
The change is saved automatically. are pushed within 20 seconds, the
detector returns to the sensor selection
The detector is shipped with %vol CO2
screen. The change is saved
disabled.
automatically.
Enable  Enable 
Disable  The detector is shipped with %vol CH4 Disable 
Note disabled.

Correction factors are not applicable to the CO2 sensor. Correction Factor (CF)
Depending upon the selected sensor, refer to the following sections
LEL Sensor or PID Sensor for more information.
Note
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LEL Sensor PID Sensor

This option is used to enter compensation This option is used to enter compensation
factors for hydrocarbons other than factors for selected gas types. The factor
methane. The factor can only be applied if can only be applied if the PID sensor has
the LEL sensor has been calibrated with been calibrated with isobutylene.
methane. After selecting the PID sensor, press H
After selecting the LEL sensor, press H to scroll to Correction. Press C within
to scroll to Correction. Press C within 20 seconds to confirm and access the
20 seconds to confirm and access the LEL PID correction library.
correction library. Scroll to the required gas type and
Scroll to the required gas type and press C. A check displays in the
press C. A check displays in the corresponding checkbox. The detector
corresponding checkbox. The detector automatically applies the correction factor.
automatically applies the correction factor. To disable the Correction option,
To disable the Correction option, press H press H to scroll to None or to Isobutyl.
to scroll to None or to Methane. A check A check displays. If required, select a
displays in the corresponding checkbox. If different gas type correction factor.
required, select a different gas type Custom: To enter a correction factor for
correction factor. a custom PID sensor, scroll to Custom
Custom: To enter a correction factor that and press C. Press G or H to scroll to
is not listed in the library, press H to scroll the required value, and press C within
to Custom and press C within 5 seconds 5 seconds to confirm. Refer to the PID
to confirm. Correction Factor PID Correction Factor
The Custom LEL correction screen displays. Press G or H to select the (CF) Library Library for gas types and
required value, and press C within 5 seconds to confirm. corresponding correction factor values.

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Automatic Oxygen (O2) Calibration Logger Option

When the Autocal option is enabled, it The Logger option is used to define how often the detector records a
forces the detector to automatically datalog sample (once every 1 to 127 seconds).
calibrate the oxygen sensor during From the user options menu, press H to scroll to Logger. Press C
startup. within 20 seconds to confirm.

If the Autocal option is enabled, ensure

the detector is activated in a safe area
that is free of hazardous gas in an
atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
From the Sensor menu, press H to scroll
to O2 and press C within 20 seconds to
confirm.
Press G or H to change the current logger rate. When the desired
Press H to scroll to Autocal. Press C value displays, press C within 5 seconds to confirm the new value.
to toggle between enable/disable.
The detector is shipped with the Autocal
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If C is not pressed within 5 seconds, the following screen displays. The screen displays showing the month highlighted indicating it is
selected to set.

The detector is shipped with the datalog sample time set to 5 seconds.
Press G or H to scroll to the desired month and press C within
Clock Option 20 seconds to confirm. To bypass and retain the current setting, press
C. Continue setting/bypassing the remaining options.
The Clock option is used to change the date and time.
From the user options menu, press H to scroll to Clock. Press C The date/time options are set in the following order:
within 20 seconds to confirm.
• month
• day
• year
• hour
• minutes
When the settings have been set or bypassed, the detector beeps twice
and returns to the user options menu.
Note
The detector is shipped with the date and time set to Mountain
Standard Time (MST).

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Language Selection Wait for 20 seconds until the detector returns to the user options menu,
or press G to scroll to Back (English), Retour (French), Zurück
The detector is shipped with English selected as the default language.
(German), Regreso (Spanish), or Retornar (Portuguese).
The available languages are as follows:
All screens now display in the selected language.
• Français (French)
• Deutsch (German) Tech Mode
• Español (Spanish)
a Warning
• Prtuguês (Portuguese)
Tech mode should only be accessed by authorized
Press H to scroll to Language and press C within 20 seconds to personnel.
confirm. Tech mode can only be accessed from the Language option. Press H
to scroll to Language. Do not press C until instructed.

Press G or H to scroll to the desired language and press C. A check

displays in the checkbox of the selected language.

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In the following order, press and continue to hold each button until Sensors
Tech mode displays below the Language option. a Caution
1. Press and hold H with the right index finger. To reconfigure the sensor type, physically change the
2. Press and hold G with the right middle finger. sensor prior to entering Tech mode.

3. Press and hold C with the left thumb. When a toxic sensor is physically removed and replaced by another toxic
sensor, the detector must be reconfigured to recognize the change.
Note
If a sensor is replaced, the detector will classify the sensor as
overdue for calibration. Calibrate the new sensor immediately.

1. Press H to scroll to Sensors. Press

C within 20 seconds to confirm and
access the toxic sensor menu.
4. Press C to enter Tech mode. The options are as
follows:

• Sensors
• Initialize 2. Press G or H to scroll to Toxic 1
• Force Calibration (Force calibration) or Toxic 2 and press C within
20 seconds to confirm.
• Bump Daily (Bump test daily)
• Stealth Mode
• Sleep Mode

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A corresponding list of toxic sensors Initialize

displays. A checkbox displays beside
The Initialize option restores the origi-
the current toxic sensor.
nal factory default settings of the detec-
Note tor.
Toxic 1: List includes the PID and CO2 1. Press H to scroll to Initialize and
sensors. press C within 20 seconds to
confirm.
Toxic 2: List includes the H2S/CO COSH
sensor.
3. Press G or H to scroll to the new 2. From the Initialize? screen
sensor and press C to confirm. A perform one of the following options
checkbox displays beside the new within 5 seconds.
sensor. To reconfigure, exit the user • Press A No to exit, or
options menu.
• Press C Yes to initialize.
The following screen displays. The
detector deactivates and immediately
reactivates. It performs the
If No is selected, the following screen
reconfiguration during the startup.
displays and the detector exits the initial-
The new sensor must be calibrated. ize option.
Until the new sensor is calibrated, the
due date displays as OL (over limit)
when in normal operation.
4. Calibrate the new sensor
immediately.

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If Yes is selected, the following screen Bump Daily

displays while performing the initializing If enabled, the Bmp daily option forces the
process. detector to perform a daily bump test to
ensure that it is responding to the test gas.
Press H to scroll to Bmp daily. Press C
to toggle between enable/disable.

When enabled, the following screen

When initializing is complete, the displays during the startup self-test.
following screen displays.
The bump test must be performed for the
The detector deactivates and then LEL and O2 sensors, otherwise the
immediately reactivates. The detector
detector will deactivate. Refer to Bump
then reconfigures to the default settings
Daily Enabled for procedures.
while it performs the self-test.
Verify all settings and alarm setpoints,
The detector is shipped with the Bmp
and then calibrate the sensors.
daily option disabled.
Force Calibration
Note
If enabled, the Force cal option
If Bmp daily is enabled, the O2 and LEL sensors require daily
automatically forces the detector to enter
bump tests whenever the detector is activated (or reactivated)
calibration if a sensor is overdue upon following 00:00 hours (midnight).
startup. Press H to scroll to Force cal.
Press C to toggle between enable and
disable.

The detector is shipped with the Force cal option disabled.

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Stealth Mode Sleep Mode

The Stealth option disables the backlight, Note
visual alarms, and audible alarms when BW recommends the Sleep option be enabled when using
concealment is required. rechargeable battery packs.
Only the vibrator and the LCD activate If Sleep is enabled, sensor circuits remain
during an alarm condition. active after the detector is deactivated and
Press H to scroll to Stealth. Press C to inserted into the charging cradle.
toggle between enable and disable. Press H to scroll to Sleep. Press C to
The detector is shipped with the Stealth option disabled. toggle between enable/disable.

Note
Enabling the Sleep option may
require the battery be charged more
frequently.
The detector is shipped with the Sleep
option disabled.

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Alarms
The following table describes the detector alarms and corresponding screens.
• During an alarm condition, the detector activates the backlight and displays the current ambient gas reading.
• If more than one type or level of alarm exists simultaneously, a multi alarm results.
• To change the factory-set alarm setpoints, refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
Table 7. Alarms

Alarms Screen` Alarms Screen

Low Alarm TWA Alarm

• Fast beep • Fast beep

• Slow flash • Slow flash

• L and gas type flash • L and gas type flash

• Vibrator alarm activates • Vibrator alarm activates

High Alarm STEL Alarm

• Constant beep • Constant beep

• Fast flash • Fast flash

• L and gas type flash • L and gas type flash

• Vibrator alarm activates • Vibrator alarm activates

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Table 7. Alarms

Alarms Screen Alarms Screen

Multi Alarm Over Limit (OL) Exposure

Alarm
• Alternating low and high alarm
beep and flash • Fast beep and flash

• L and gas types flash • L and gas type flash

• Vibrator alarm activates • Vibrator alarm activates

Sensor Alarm Automatic Deactivation Alarm

• One beep every 15 seconds • Eight beeps and flashes

• FAIL flashes above the failed • displays

sensor
• Vibrator alarm temporarily
activates
Low Battery Alarm Normal Deactivation

• One beep and two flashes • Three beeps and flashes

every 25 seconds

• flashes

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Table 7. Alarms

Alarms Screen Alarms Screen

Confidence Beep MMC/SD Fail Alarm

• One beep, one flash, and one • One beep every 5 seconds
vibrate every 10 seconds
• S flashes

Alarms Screen

Pump Alarm

• Two fast beeps and alternating flashes

• Vibrator alarm activates

• L and J flash

Note
If the Latch (latched alarms) option is activated, the audible, visual, and vibrator alarms persist until the alarm condition is acknowledged.
To acknowledge a latched alarm, press C. The alarms cannot be deactivated if an alarm condition exists.
If the Stealth option is enabled, the detector only vibrates during an alarm; the audible and visual alarms are disabled.
a Caution: If the detector emits a low battery alarm, charge the lithium battery pack immediately.

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Gas Exposures Computed Viewing Gas Exposures

a Warning Press and hold C until the
To avoid possible personal injury, do not deactivate peak (MAX) gas exposures
the detector during a work shift. TWA and STEL readings displays.
reset if the detector is deactivated for more than
5 minutes.
Table 8. Computed Gas Exposures

Gas Exposure Description

Time-weighted average The TWA gas exposures

(TWA) based on accumulated display next.
exposure to toxic gases aver-
TWA (toxic only)
aged over a work day accord-
ing to OSHA or ACGIH
method.
Short-term exposure limit
(STEL) to gas based on a
STEL (toxic only)
5-15 minute user selectable
period.
The STEL gas exposures
Peak (MAX) concentration display last.
*Peak (MAX) exposure during work shift.

*For oxygen, it is the highest or the lowest concentration

encountered.

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Clearing Gas Exposures Table 9. Gas Alarm Setpoints

The exposures automatically clear after 5 minutes when the detector
Alarm Condition
is deactivated.
To clear the MAX, TWA, and STEL exposure readings immediately, Low alarm Toxics and combustibles: Ambient
press and hold C and G simultaneously. The detector displays the gas level above low alarm setpoint.
following screen during the countdown. Oxygen: Ambient gas level may be
set above or below 20.9%.
High alarm Toxics and combustibles: Ambient
gas level above high alarm setpoint.
Oxygen: Ambient gas level may be
set above or below 20.9%.
TWA alarm Toxic only: Accumulated value above
the TWA alarm setpoint.
STEL alarm Toxic only: Accumulated value above
Note the STEL alarm setpoint.
Hold C and G for the entire countdown, otherwise the MAX, Downscale alarm Toxic: If sensor reading is negative
TWA, and STEL exposure readings will not clear. (half of the TWA setpoint).
LEL: If sensor reading is negative
Gas Alarm Setpoints (half of the low alarm setpoint).
The gas alarm setpoints trigger the gas alarms and are described in Multi alarm Two or more gas alarm conditions.
Table 9..
Viewing the Alarm Setpoints
To view the current alarm setpoints for all of the sensors, press G
during normal operation.

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The time/date, TWA, STEL, low, and high alarm setpoint screens display Resetting Gas Alarm Setpoints
in the following order left to right:.
Note
Standard factory alarm setpoints may vary by region.
The following table lists the factory alarm setpoints according to the
Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) settings.
Table 10. OSHA Sample Factory Alarm Setpoints

Gas TWA STEL Low High

O2 N/A N/A 19.5% vol. 23.5% vol.
LEL N/A N/A 10% LEL 20% LEL
CO 35 ppm 50 ppm 35 ppm 200 ppm
H2S 10 ppm 15 ppm 10 ppm 15 ppm
PH3 0.3 ppm 1.0 ppm 0.3 ppm 1.0 ppm
SO2 2 ppm 5 ppm 2 ppm 5 ppm
If a correction factor has been applied to a sensor, one of the following Cl2 0.5 ppm 1.0 ppm 0.5 ppm 1.0 ppm
screens display indicating the sensor and gas type. NH3 25 ppm 35 ppm 25 ppm 50 ppm
NO2 2.0 ppm 5.0 ppm 2.0 ppm 5.0 ppm
HCN 4.7 ppm 10.0 ppm 4.7 ppm 10.0 ppm
ClO2 0.1 ppm 0.3 ppm 0.1 ppm 0.3 ppm
O3 0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm
VOC 50 ppm 100 ppm 50 ppm 100 ppm
5,000 30,000 5,000 30,000
CO2
ppm ppm ppm ppm

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To change the factory-set alarm setpoints, refer to Calibration and Set- Sensor Alarm
ting Alarm Setpoints.
The detector tests for missing or defective sensors during the activation
Note self-test. If a sensor fails the self-test, FAIL flashes on the LCD above
To disable an alarm, set the alarm setpoint to 0 (zero). the failed sensor. Refer to Troubleshooting.

Stopping a Gas Alarm

The low and high alarms stop when the ambient gas level returns to
below the low alarm setpoint.
Note
If alarms are set to latch, press C to reset the alarms.
a Caution
Follow all safety procedures as defined by your Pump Alarm
employer. Confirm with your supervisor before clearing
The external pump draws air over the sensors continually. If the pump
TWA and STEL alarms.
stops operating or becomes blocked, the detector activates the pump
alarm. The following screens display.
The TWA and STEL alarms can be stopped either by
• clearing the MAX, TWA, and STEL exposures (refer to Clearing
Gas Exposures), or
• deactivating the detector for 5 minutes (minimum) and then
reactivating it again.

The pump alarm continues until the blockage is cleared or it is

acknowledged by pressing C. If C is pressed, the detector automati-
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Refer to Pump Test for more information. If the pump test is successful, Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints
the detector returns to normal operation, otherwise the pump alarm con-
tinues. If the pump alarm persists, refer to the Pump Operation section in Guidelines
Troubleshooting.
When calibrating the detector, adhere to the following guidelines:

Low Battery Alarm Recommended gas mixture:

CO: 50 to 500 ppm balance N2
The detector tests the batteries upon activation and continuously
H2S: 10 to 100 ppm balance N2
thereafter. Battery power is continually displayed during normal
operation. If the battery voltage is low, the detector activates the PH3: 1 to 5 ppm balance N2
low battery alarm. SO2: 10 to 50 ppm balance N2
Cl2: 3 to 25 ppm balance N2
The low battery alarm continues until the batteries are replaced/charged,
or until the battery power is almost depleted. If the battery voltage NH3: 20 to 100 ppm balance N2
becomes too low, the detector deactivates. NO2: 5 to 50 ppm balance N2
HCN: 5 to 20 ppm balance N2
Note
ClO2: 0.1 to 1.0 ppm balance N2
Typically, the low battery alarm continues for 30 minutes before
O3: 0.1 to 1.0 ppm balance N2
the detector automatically deactivates.
VOC:100 ppm isobutylene
LEL: 50% LEL or 2.5% by vol. methane balance air
Automatic Deactivation Alarm
CO2: 5000 ppm balance air
If the battery voltage is in immediate danger of falling below the minimum O2: 18.0%
operating voltage, the audible alarm beeps eight times and the visual
alarm flashes eight times. After 3 seconds, the LCD dims and the • To ensure accurate calibration, use a premium-grade calibration
detector deactivates. gas. Gases approved by the National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST) improves the validity of the calibration.
To replace or charge the batteries, refer to the following sections:
• Do not use a gas cylinder beyond its expiration date.
• Replacing the Alkaline Batteries
• Replacing the Lithium Battery Pack

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• Calibrate a new sensor before use. Install the sensor, activate Diagnostics Testing
the detector, and allow the sensor to stabilize before starting
calibration. The detector tests the ambient air (auto zero) and the test gas that is
Used sensor: 60 seconds / New sensor: 5 minutes applied (auto span) to ensure it meets expected values. Auto zero sets
the zero-gas level of the sensor. If ambient gas is present, the zero
• Calibrate the detector at least once every 180 days (every 90 days level will be incorrect.
for HCN sensors) depending upon use and sensor exposure to
poisons and contaminants. For a list of common products that can If excessive target gas is present, the detector displays an error
damage sensors, refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants. message and lists the affected sensor.
• Calibrate the detector if the ambient gas varies during startup.
• Calibrate the sensor before changing the alarm setpoints.
• Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas in an
atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
• To disable an alarm, set the alarm setpoint to 0 (zero).
• If the Auto cal option is enabled, the oxygen (O2) sensor calibrates
automatically every time the detector is activated. Activate the
detector in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas in an In auto span, if the target gas is not detected or does not meet expected
atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen. values, a message displays that the detector is exiting calibration mode.
The detector retains the previous set values.
• After activating the detector, allow it to stabilize for 1 minute before
performing a calibration or bump test.
• If a certified calibration is required, contact BW Technologies by
Honeywell.
Note
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Applying Gas to the Sensors Table 11. Applying Gas to the Sensors
The calibration cap, single gas calibration cap, and hose are shipped Item Description
with the detector. Refer to Figure 3. and Table 11. for installation.
1 Detector with calibration cap
Note
2 Calibration hose
The calibration cap and single gas calibration cap must only be 3 Regulator and gas cylinder
used during the calibration span process.
4 Toxic 2 sensor position
5 Single gas calibration cap

Single Gas Calibration Cap

a Caution
If an O3 or ClO2 sensor is located in the Toxic 2 position
(refer to Figure 3. and Table 11.), a single gas calibration
cap must be used to ensure accurate calibration.
To calibrate O3 and ClO2 sensors using the single gas calibration cap,
refer to Figure 4., Table 12., and complete the following procedures.
1. Insert the cap into the Toxic 2 sensor position on the detector
(refer to Figure 3.). Press firmly until the release tabs click.
2. Connect the calibration hose to the gas cylinder and to the
intake inlet on the cap.
3. Proceed to Calibration Procedure.
Figure 3. Applying Gas to the Sensors

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Table 12. Single Gas Calibration Cap Removing the Single Gas Calibration Cap
Using the thumb, push forward against both the inlet and the outlet
Item Description
simultaneously to remove the cap from the detector.
1 Intake inlet
2 Calibration hose
3 Gas flow direction arrow
4 Output outlet

Figure 5. Removing the Single Gas Calibration Cap

Calibration Procedure
Figure 4. Single Gas Calibration Cap To calibrate the detector and set the alarm setpoints, perform the
following procedure.
Note
Note
The arrow on the cap indicates the direction of gas flow from
intake to outtake. To bypass a step during the calibration process (after auto
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Start Calibration
GasAlertMicro 5/PID GasAlertMicro 5 IR
Note
Verify that the calibration gas being used matches the span
concentration value(s) that are set for the detector. Refer to
Span Gas Value. Correction factors are not applied during cali-
bration. Correction factors that were set prior to calibration are
restored when the detector returns to normal operation.
a Caution
Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas Note
in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen. Do not apply calibration gas during this process, otherwise the
1. To enter calibration, press and hold C and H simultane- auto zero step will fail.
ously as the detector beeps, flashes, and vibrates to the
Zero CO2 (GasAlertMicro 5 IR only)
corresponding countdown.
If calibrating using the GasAlertMicro 5 or the GasAlertMicro PID, pro-
ceed to Auto Span step #5. If the detector is passcode protected, pro-
ceed to Passcode Protect step #4.
3. For GasAlertMicro 5 IR models, there is a second auto zero
that is performed for the CO2 sensor.
When auto zero for the other sensors is complete, the following
screen displays.

Auto Zero and Oxygen (O2) Sensor Calibration

2. flashes while the detector automatically zeroes the
toxic and combustible sensors, and calibrates the O2 sensor.
Depending upon the detector being calibrated, the auto zero
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Press C Yes to zero the CO2 sensor. flashes whiles the detector zeros the CO2
Or sensor (approximately 30 seconds).

Press A No to bypass the CO2 zero and proceed to Auto Span Passcode Protect Activated
step #5. If the detector is passcode protected, refer to Pass- 4. When auto zero is complete and if the passcode protect option
code Protect Activated step #4. is enabled, the following screen displays.
If C Yes is pressed, the following screen displays.

The passcode must be entered to proceed.

Press G or H to scroll to the correct passcode and then press
a Warning C within 5 seconds to confirm. If entered correctly, the detec-
Use nitrogen (N2) to zero the CO2 sensor. tor beeps twice and proceeds to Auto Span step #5.
Apply N2 to zero the CO2 sensor. The following screen Incorrect Passcode: If the passcode is incorrect or is not confirmed
displays. within 5 seconds by pressing C, the following screens display.

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Auto Span Note

5. When auto zero is complete, the following screens display. A generator must be used for O3 and ClO2 sensors.

GasAlertMicro 5 and PID To ensure accurate calibration, a single gas calibration cap
must be used to calibrate O3 and ClO2 sensors.

• ClO2: Use a Tedlar bag as a buffer between the generator

and the detector (using the single gas calibration cap) to
regulate the flow rate to ensure accurate readings.
• Allow the Tedlar bag to fill for several minutes before
initiating calibration.
• O3: Calibrate using the generator and the single gas
GasAlertMicro 5 IR
calibration cap. Do not use a Tedlar bag.
• Set the generator to 0.5 ppm at a flow rate of 0.5 l/min.
Depending upon the gas cylinder being used, one or all four sensors
can be calibrated at one time.
Apply Span Gas Now
Attach the calibration cap (or single gas calibration cap for O3
and ClO2) and apply gas to the sensor(s). To attach caps, refer
.Note
to Figure 3..
Span sensors in the following order:
Refer to the following flow rates:
• Exotics (NH3, ClO2, O3, Cl2, and CO2)
• 1000 ml/min. for NH3 and Cl2
• Single gas
• 500 ml/min. for CO2
• Quad gas (H2S, CO, LEL, and O2)
• 250-500 ml/min. (all other sensors)
• PID

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K flashes as the detector initially detects the calibration gas. While the detector is spanning the sensor(s), a countdown of
GasAlertMicro 5 and PID GasAlertMicro 5 IR time remaining displays in the lower left of the screen.
GasAlertMicro 5 and PID GasAlertMicro 5 IR

After 30 seconds the detector beeps and K stops flashing.

flashes while spanning the sensors until the detector When the span is complete, the following screen
has attained a sufficient level of the expected gas. displays.
Refer to Table 13. for times required to span.
Table 13. Time Required to Span

Gas Type Time Required to Span

Most toxic gases and CO2 2 minutes

Exotic toxic gases 5 minutes

LEL (combustibles) 30 seconds Successful Span: Proceed to Successful Span step #6.
Unsuccessful Span: Refer to Unsuccessful Span for possi-
PID gases 2 minutes
ble solutions.
Insufficient Level: If a sensor does not attain a sufficient level
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Successful Span Setting the Calibration Due Date

6. If the sensor(s) has spanned successfully, the audible alarm 7. When the span is complete, the calibration due date can be set
beeps three times and the following screens display. for each sensor that has spanned successfully. The following
screen displays.

If there are more sensors to span, remove the current cylinder

and connect the next gas cylinder. Press C to set the calibration due dates.
Press G and apply gas to span the other sensor(s). Or
Or Press A to bypass and proceed to Alarm Setpoints step #8.
Press H to end the span and proceed to Setting the Calibra-
tion Due Date step #7.
When all sensors have spanned, the following screen displays.

Note
If a new due date is not entered, the detector automatically
resets to the previously entered number of days.
If a sensor fails to span, refer to Unsuccessful Span at the end of the
calibration section for possible solutions.
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The calibration due dates are set in the following order: Note

• Toxic 1 If a value is changed but C is not pressed within 5 seconds to

confirm, the following screen displays.
• Toxic 2
• LEL
• O2

If the due date of an unsuccessfully spanned sensor is

changed, the following screens display.

The previous value is automatically retained. The detector

proceeds to the next sensor due date.
Repeat step #7 to set the calibration due dates for the remain-
ing sensors.
When all of the due dates are entered, press C to proceed to
Alarm Setpoints step #8.
The detector then automatically proceeds to the next sensor.
Or
To change the calibration due date (1-365 days), press H or
G until the new value displays. Press C within 5 seconds to Press A to bypass setting the alarm setpoints and proceed to
confirm. Finish Calibration step #10.

Or
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Alarm Setpoints If a new setpoint is entered but not confirmed within 5 seconds
by pressing C, the following screen displays.
8. When all of the sensor due dates have been set or bypassed,
the alarm setpoints need to be set or bypassed. The following
screen displays.

The previous setpoint is retained and the detector

proceeds to the next setpoint.
Factory alarm setpoints may vary by region. Refer to Resetting The setpoints are set in the following order:
Gas Alarm Setpoints for an example.
• TWA (if applicable)
Alarms can be set to any value within the detection range of
• STEL (if applicable)
the selected sensor. Refer to “Detection Range” in Specifica-
tions. • low
Note • high
To disable an alarm setpoint, set it to 0 (zero). To bypass a setpoint, press C to save the current value and
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Setting the TWA Alarm Setpoint Setting the Low Alarm Setpoint
The current TWA alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor The current low alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor.
(if applicable).

Press H or G to change the value for the low alarm setpoint. When the
Press H or G to change the value for the TWA alarm setpoint. When required value displays, press C to confirm.
the required value displays, press C to confirm. Setting the High Alarm Setpoint
Setting the STEL Alarm Setpoint The current high alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor.
The current STEL alarm setpoint displays for the selected sensor
(if applicable).

Press H or G to change the value for the high alarm setpoint. When the
required value displays, press C to confirm.
Press H or G to change the value for the STEL alarm setpoint. When Proceed to step #9 Setting the Remaining Alarm Setpoints.
the required value displays, press C to confirm.

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Setting the Remaining Alarm Setpoints Verification

9. Repeat step #8 to set the alarm setpoints for the remaining 1. After calibration is complete and the detector returns
sensors. When complete, the detector emits two quick beeps to normal operation, verify the calibration by using a
and proceeds to Finish Calibration. gas cylinder other than the one used for calibration.
Finish Calibration 2. The gas concentration should not exceed the sensor's detec-
tion range. Confirm that the LCD displays the expected con-
10. The detector displays the following screen to indicate that
centration values.
calibration is complete.
3. To ensure the reading is accurate, apply the verification gas for
the same amount of time as was applied to the sensor when it
was calibrated.
Example: SO2 span time 2 minutes therefore, apply
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Unsuccessful Span If all sensors fail the span, the following screen displays.
If the sensor(s) did not span successfully, refer to the following sections
for possible solutions:
• Failed Span

• No Gas Detected

• Did Not Reach Target Span

• Large Span
1. Ensure the regulator valve is open and that the gas cylinder
Failed Span is not past the expiration date. Replace the gas cylinder and/
or regulator if required.
If a sensor fails the span, the following error message displays.
2. Replace the sensor(s) and sensor filter if required.
3. Press A to exit and then calibrate again in a safe area that
is free of hazardous gas in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
4. If the span fails a second time, reactivate the detector to test
the sensors.
If all sensors fail the span, the calibration due dates cannot be reset. The
following screens display.
If the sensor is not calibrated, it displays as FAIL in normal operation the
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No Gas Detected Not reaching the target span can result from
If the detector does not detect any gas within 30 seconds, the following • a problem with the span gas,
screens display. • the gas cylinder being past the expiry date, or
• a problem with the sensor.
Accept Current Span: If the gas cylinder, regulator, and sensor
are operating correctly, press C to accept the current span.
Reject Current Span: Press A to reject. Verify the gas cylinder,
detector settings, and sensor are operating correctly. Calibrate the
sensor again.
Large Span
1. Ensure the regulator valve is open and the calibration hose is
If the span adjustment is unusually large (more than 15%), the following
free of debris.
screens display.
2. Replace the gas cylinder and/or regulator if required.
3. Replace the sensor(s) and sensor filter if required.
4. Press G to reapply gas or press H to end the span.
Did Not Reach Target Span
If the target span was not achieved, as defined in the Span Gas Value
option, the following screens display.

Ensure the correct gas cylinder being used and that the span concentra-
tion value(s) of the detector matches the span concentration value(s) of
the gas cylinder. Refer to Span Gas Value.
Adjustment Expected: If the calibration adjustment is expected,
press C to accept the span.
Adjustment Not Expected: If the calibration adjustment is not
expected or the span gas value does not match the gas cylinder,
press A to reject the span and calibrate that sensor again.
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Attaching the Accessories Table 14. Installing the Pump Module

Item Description
Installing the Pump Module
1 Pump module
The pump module can be used independently to measure gas or it can
2 Sensor filter
be used with the sample probe to test for gases in confined spaces. To
3 Detector
measure gas using the sample probe, refer to Attaching the Sample
Probe. 4 Machine screws (2)

To install the pump module, refer to Figure 6., Table 14., and the
following procedures.

1. Deactivate the detector.

2. Remove the two machine screws and the sensor cover.
Remove the sensor filter from the sensor cover and insert it
into the pump module.
3. Attach the pump module to the detector and replace the two
machine screws.
4. If sampling in a confined space, attach the sample probe. Refer
to Attaching the Sample Probe.
If using an auxiliary filter as an additional filtration system, refer
to Attaching the Auxiliary Filter.
5. Activate the detector. The detector performs a pump test dur-
ing the startup self-tests. Refer to Pump Test.

Figure 6. Installing the Pump Module

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Replacing the Pump Filter 1. Deactivate the detector.

To replace the pump filter, refer to Figure 7. and the following steps 1-8. 2. Remove the filter window screw.

Note 3. Remove the filter window.

If using the auxiliary filter on an older model pump module or 4. Remove the old filter from the filter window.
as an additional filtration system on the new pump module, Important! Ensure the filter cavity and filter window are clean
refer to Attaching the Auxiliary Filter. and free of debris.
5. Insert a new filter.
6. Replace the filter window and screw.
7. Activate the detector. The detector performs a pump test dur-
ing the startup self-tests to verify the pump module is operating
correctly.
8. To order additional filters, refer to Replacement Parts and
Accessories.
a Caution
Filters may need to be replaced more frequently in high
particulate areas. BW Technologies by Honeywell
recommends that the auxiliary filter be used as a
additional filtration in high particulate areas.

Figure 7. Replacing the Pump Filter

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Replacing the Pump Nozzle 3. Insert the new nozzle. Ensure the nozzle post inserts correctly
into the nozzle gasket.
To replace the pump nozzle, refer to Figure 8. and step 1-4.
4. Activate the detector. The detector performs a pump test dur-
ing the startup self-tests to verify the pump module is operating
correctly.

Attaching the Auxiliary Filter

The Pump Module Auxiliary Filter (“the filter”) is used to filter out
particulates that can decrease the life span of the pump.

Figure 8. Replacing the Pump Nozzle

Note
If the nozzle is damaged, replace it immediately to ensure
accurate pump flow. To order additional pump nozzles, refer to
Replacement Parts and Accessories.
1. Deactivate the detector.
2. Gently insert a medium-sized flathead screwdriver into the
nozzle slot. Twist the screwdriver slightly to lift and remove the
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a Caution Note
The filter is designed to protect the pump. For older Attaching the filter cord to the alligator clip ensures the filter
model pumps, the filter must be connected when the remains with the detector when not in use.
pump is activated. Only remove the filter to perform
2. Pull the filter cord tight. Ensure the loop knot is secure.
calibrations, bump tests, and when using the sample
probe. 3. Align the pump quick connector with the filter quick connector
For new model pumps, the auxiliary filter can be used as and turn clockwise. Ensure the connection is secure.
an additional filtration system in high particulate areas. 4. Change the filter as required. Environments with heavy air-
To insert the auxiliary filter, complete the following: borne particulates require the filter to be changed
frequently.
1. Loop the filter cord through the ring on the alligator clip and
pull the filter through the loop of the filter cord. To order additional filters, refer to Replacement Parts and
Accessories.

Figure 10. Attaching the Filter Cord

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Attaching the Sample Probe a Caution

The sample probe is used to safely test for gas in confined spaces To prevent the Teflon lining inside the Tygon tubing from
before entering. causing a blockage when connecting it to the sample
probe, the end of the tubing must be flared. Refer to
a Warning
steps 3 and 4.
To measure hazardous gas in a confined space, the
sample probe must be used with the pump module. 1. Deactivate the detector.
2. Attach the pump connector end of the teflon-lined Tygon tubing
to the nozzle on the pump module.
3. Gently insert needle nose pliers into the other end of the teflon-
lined Tygon tubing. Using a circular motion, flare the end of the
tubing.
4. Connect the flared end of the tubing to the sample probe.
Ensure the teflon lining does not separate from the Tygon tub-
ing, as it will block the tube and generate a pump alarm.
5. Activate the detector. Ensure all connections are secure before
sampling.
6. Insert the sample probe into the confined space.

a Warning
Depending upon the length of the tubing and the type
of gas in the confined space, allow a minimum of
3 seconds per ft. of tubing to ensure the readings
stabilize before entering the area.
Example: 50 ft. = 2.5 minutes

Figure 11. Attaching the Sample Probe

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Datalogger MMC/SD Card Compatibility

Detectors equipped with the datalogger option record information that a Caution
can be compiled to create a report. To set how often the detector records To ensure the Intrinsic Safety rating of the detector, use
a sample (1-127 seconds), refer to Logger Option in the user options only the following certified MultiMediaCards (MMC) and
menu. Secure Digital (SD) cards.
The following information is recorded in a datalog: The following MMCs and SD cards are approved for use with the
• Date and time GasAlertMicro 5 and GasAlertMicro 5 PID detectors:.

• Serial number of the detector • 128 MB Delkin SD card

• Type of gas the detector monitors • 64 MB Unigen SD card
• Gas reading(s) that display The following MMCs and SD cards are approved for use with the
GasAlertMicro 5 and GasAlertMicro 5 PID detectors:.
• STEL and TWA readings
• 128 MB Delkin MMC
• Sensor status
• 128 MB Delkin SD card
• Detector status
• 128 MB Transcend MMC
• Passcode protect enabled/disabled
• 64 MB Unigen SD card
• STEL period setting
To purchase additional MMC or SD cards, refer to Specifications.
• Confidence beep enabled/disabled
• Automatic backlight enabled/disabled
Inserting the MMC/SD Card
• Stealth mode is enabled/disabled
To insert the MMC/SD card into the detector, refer to the following steps
• Latching alarm enabled/disabled 1-5 and Figure 12..
• Calibration past due option enabled/disabled
1. Deactivate the detector.
• Language the detector is set to display
2. Release the latch and remove the battery pack.
3. Insert the MMC/SD card (pins face down).
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5. Activate the detector. The MMC/SD card is automatically for- MMC/SD Card Troubleshooting
matted during the startup self-test.
The MMC/SD card is not required for operation in detectors equipped
with datalogging. However, the following two screens display if the card
is not inserted during startup.

A new MMC/SD card is automatically formatted when it is inserted in the

detector. When the detector is activated, it begins the self-test and then
displays the following screen.

Figure 12. Inserting/Removing the MMC/SD Card

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Restoring Datalog Files If the detector successfully restores the logfile, the
following screen displays and the startup tests continue.
If the MMC/SD card has been accidentally reformatted or erased by the
computer application, the following screens display when the card is
inserted into the detector.

2. From the computer, verify that the logfile has been restored.
When the normal operation screen displays, deactivate the
detector.
a Caution
3. Remove the MMC/SD card and insert it into the card reader.
Only erased data files can be restored using the detector.
Computer applications sometimes write data over erased 4. From the computer desktop, double-click My Computer to
files, and that erased data cannot be restored by the detector. view the list of drives.
Always create back up files on the computer.
5. Double-click the Removable Disk drive to access
To restore the logfile, complete the following: LOGFILE0.csv. Open the logfile and verify that the data has
1. From the detector, press H to restore the logfile. The been restored.
following screen displays. If LOGFILE0.csv does not display, ensure that the MMC/SD
card is inserted in the card reader correctly and that all connec-
tions are secure.
6. After verifying that the logfile has been restored, re-insert the
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Reformatting the MMC/SD Card 7. Press G to format the MMC/SD card. The following screen dis-
plays.
To reformat the MMC/SD card, complete the following:
1. Insert the MMC/SD card into the card reader.
2. From the computer desktop, double-click My Computer to
view the list of drives.
3. Double-click the Removable Disk drive to access
LOGFILE0.csv.
4. Select LOGFILE0.csv and delete.
5. Insert the MMC/SD card into the detector. For any additional MMC/SD card errors, refer to
6. Activate the detector. The startup self-test begins and the fol- Troubleshooting.
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Import Datalogs to Fleet Manager II Import to Fleet Manager II Using a Card Reader
Note To import a datalog file from the detector to Fleet Manager II, complete
Refer to the following minimum requirements before importing the following:
datalogs to Fleet Manager II. 1. Deactivate the detector.
2. Release the latch and remove the battery pack.
Minimum PC Requirements
3. Remove the MMC/SD card from the detector. Refer to Figure
• 500 MHz Pentium (or equivalent) 12. and 1.
• 100 MB free hard disk space 4. Connect the card reader to the USB port on the computer.
• Windows XP or Vista
5. Insert the MMC/SD card into the card reader (ensure the pins
• USB port face down).
6. Open Fleet Manager II. Click Start > All Programs > BW
Importing from MicroDock II to Fleet Manager II Technologies > Fleet Manager II > BW Technologies Fleet
If the detector is used with the MicroDock II Station to import datalogs to Manager II.
Fleet Manager II, refer to the MicroDock II User Manual for complete 7. From the top task bar, click Help > User Manual.
instructions.
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View Datalog Files in Spreadsheets

The datalog files can be downloaded from the MMC/SD card into most
spreadsheet applications using a card reader.
Compatible software applications are
• Microsoft® Excel 98 or higher,
• Quattro Pro,
• Lotus 1-2-3,
• Microsoft® Access, and
• Microsoft® Word.
To view a datalog file in a software spreadsheet, complete the following:
1. Deactivate the detector and remove the MMC/SD card (refer
to Figure 12.).
2. Insert the MMC/SD card into the card reader.
3. From the computer desktop, double-click My Computer to
view the list of drives.
4. Double-click Removable Disk drive.
5. Double-click LOGFILE0.csv.
6. Refer to Table 15. for an example of the datalog spreadsheet.
The Unit Config column (far right) in Table 15. contains letter
codes. Refer to Table 16. and Table 17. for definitions of the
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Example of a Datalog Spreadsheet

When datalog information is imported into most spreadsheet software, it appears similar to the example below.
a Warning: Some compatible software packages have an internal file size limit and may not load the entire file. Check the software limit.
Note
Not all columns are included in this example. Additional Toxic TWA and Toxic STEL display on a normal spreadsheet.
Table 15. Datalog Spreadsheet Example

Date Day Time Toxic1 Toxic2 Toxic3 LEL O2 Toxic 1 Toxic 1 Status Serial Unit
dd-mm-yy Mon=1 hh:mm:ss ppm ppm ppm %CH4 % TWA ppm STEL ppm Codes Number Config
%LEL
23-12-05 #4 9:54:25 5 10 35 -- -- 33------ S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:54:30 10 15 50 -- -- 44------ S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:54:35 5 10 35 10 19.5 -- -- 1111---- S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:54:40 10 15 200 20 23.5 -- -- 2222---- S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:54:45 0 0 0 24 20.9 -- -- -D-E---D S104-000001 FCEKNL
23-12-05 #4 9:54:50 0 0 0 24 20.9 0 0 -------- S104-000001 FCEKNL
23-12-05 #4 9:54:55 0 0 0 24 20.9 0 0 --L----L S104-000001 FCEKNL
23-12-05 #4 9:55:00 0 0 0 24 20.9 0 0 LLH----M S104-000001 FCEKNL
23-12-05 #4 9:55:05 5 10 35 0 0 LLH----M S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:55:10 10 15 50 0 0 LLL----M S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:55:15 5 10 35 10 19.5 0 0 -L-----L S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:55:20 10 15 200 20 23.5 0 0 -------- S104-000001
23-12-05 #4 9:55:25 0 0 0 24 20.9 0 0 -------B- S104-000001 FCEKNL
23-12-05 #4 9:55:30 0 0 0 24 20.9 0 0 ------B- S104-000001 FCEKNL

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View Datalog Files in Spreadsheets

Table 16. Datalog Status Codes

Status Codes
⎯ Normal operation G Backlight is on
L Low alarm v STEL and high alarm (dual alarms) 1 Alarm setpoint 1 (low alarm)
H High alarm w TWA and STEL alarm (dual alarms) 2 Alarm setpoint 2 (high alarm)
T TWA alarm x TWA, STEL, and low (triple alarms) 3 Alarm setpoint 3 (TWA alarm)
U TWA and low alarm (dual alarms) y TWA, STEL, and high (triple alarms) 4 Alarm setpoint 4 (STEL alarm)
V TWA and high alarm (dual alarms) O Overload / sensor is over-ranged D Calibration due date (days)
s STEL alarm C Calibrating E Elapsed / last calibration (days)
u STEL and low alarm (dual alarms) F Failure - sensor failure Z Auto zeroing
f Fresh air delay I Time set t Testing
@ Zero CO2

Pump Codes
P Plugged (blocked) - pump alarm F Failure / pump failure
Battery Status Codes
⎯ Batteries OK B Low battery alarm C Confidence beep is active
Alarm Status Codes
L Low alarm M Multi alarm S Automatic shutdown
H High alarm C Calibration F Failure / self-test fail
T TWA alarm Q Off / quit / manual deactivation R RTCC / real-time clock failure

Note: TWA readings greater than 99 are recorded as OL.

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Table 17. Datalog Gas and Correction Factor Sensor Codes

Gas Sensor Codes

A No sensor B H2S C H2S COSH D CO E CO COSH
F SO2 G PH3 H NO2 I HCN J Cl2
K NH3 L ClO2 M O3 O LEL P PID
Q IR
Correction Factor Codes for PID (if applicable)
A Acetaldhyde B Acetone C Ammonia D Benzene E Butadiene
F Diesel G Ethanol H Ethylene I Gasoline J Hexane
K Isobtyln L JP8 M Kerosene N MEK O Naptha
P Styrene Q Toluene R Turpentine S Vinyl_Cl T Xylene
U Custom
Correction Factor Codes for LEL
A Acetone B Benzene C Butane D Cyclohexane E Ethanol
F Ethyl_Ace G Gasoline H Heptane I Hexane J Hydrogen
K Isobutylene L Isopropanol M MEK N Methane O Methanol
P Octane Q Pentane R Propane S Toluene T Turpentine
U Custom
LEL Unit Codes
V LEL in % by Vol CH4 L LEL in % LEL

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Maintenance

Maintenance • Do not calibrate the detector during or immediately after

charging.
To maintain the detector in good operating condition, perform the
following basic maintenance as required. • Both the rechargeable lithium battery pack and the alkaline
battery pack are user-changeable in hazardous locations, but
• Calibrate, bump test, and inspect the detector at regular intervals. the alkaline battery cells inside the pack can only be replaced in
• Maintain an operations log of all maintenance, calibrations, bump a safe area that is free of hazardous gas.
tests, and alarm events.
• Warning: The battery pack (M5-BAT08) that is equipped with a
• Clean the exterior with a soft damp cloth. Do not use solvents, lithium polymer cell may present a risk of fire or chemical burn
soaps, or polishes. Refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants. hazard if misused. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above
212ºF (100ºC), or incinerate.
• Do not immerse the detector in liquids.
• Warning: Do not use any other lithium batteries with the Micro5/
Battery Cautions PID/IR detectors. Use of any other cell can cause fire and/or
explosion. To order a replacement lithium battery pack (M5-
a Warning BAT08), refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories.
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, adhere • Warning: Lithium Polymer cells exposed to heat at 266ºF
to the following: (130ºC) for 10 minutes can cause fire and/or explosion.

• Replace the batteries immediately when the detector emits a • Dispose of used lithium cells immediately. Do not disassemble
low battery alarm. and do not dispose of in fire. Do not mix with the solid waste
stream. Spent batteries must be disposed of by a qualified
• Use only batteries that are recommended by BW Technologies recycler or hazardous materials handler.
by Honeywell. Refer to Specifications.
• Keep lithium cells away from children.
• Ensure the alkaline batteries are properly installed in the
detector battery pack. Charging the Battery
• Charge batteries using only a recommended BW charger. Do To charge the battery, refer to the GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Charger
not use any other charger. Failure to adhere to this caution Instruction Sheet.
can cause fire and/or explosion.

• The detector must be deactivated to charge the battery.

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Replacing the Alkaline Batteries Table 18. Replacing the Alkaline Batteries
To replace the alkaline batteries, refer to Figure 13., Table 18., and the Item Description
following steps 1-6.
1 Detector
2 Latch
3 Battery pack
4 Battery tray
5 Captive screws (2)
6 Alkaline batteries (3)
7 Battery shell

1. Open the latch on the bottom of the detector.

2. Remove the battery pack by lifting the bottom of the pack away
from the detector.
3. On the battery pack, remove the two captive screws. Remove
the battery shell from the battery tray.
4. Replace the three alkaline batteries.
5. Replace the battery pack and the captive screws.
6. Reinsert the battery pack and secure the latch.
Figure 13. Replacing the Alkaline Batteries

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Replacing the Lithium Battery Pack 1. Open the latch on the bottom of the detector.

To replace the lithium battery pack, refer to Figure 14. and the following 2. Remove the battery pack by lifting the bottom of the pack
steps 1-4. upward from the detector.
a Warning
Do not disassemble lithium battery packs. Read and
adhere to the cautions in Battery Cautions.

3. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged lithium

battery pack.
4. Close the latch.

Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter

a Warning
To avoid personal injury, only use sensors that are
specifically designed for the detector. Refer to
Specifications.

Each sensor has a high degree of resistance to common vapors and

gases. To clear a sensor, place the detector in a clean environment
and wait 10 to 30 minutes.
Do not expose a sensor to vapors from organic solvents such as paint
Figure 14. Replacing the Lithium Battery Pack thinners and acetone. For a list of common products that can damage
sensors, refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants.
For sensor problems, refer to Troubleshooting.

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To replace a sensor or sensor filter, refer to Figure 15., Table 19., and Table 19. Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter
the following procedures 1-7.
Item Description
1 Sensor cover
2 Sensor filter
3 Sensors
4 Detector
5 Machine screws (2)

1. Deactivate the detector.

2. Remove the two machine screws on the rear shell and then
remove the sensor cover or pump module.
3. Remove the sensor filter and/or the sensor(s).
4. Insert the new filter and/or sensor. Ensure the sensor posts are
aligned correctly.
5. Re-assemble the detector.
6. If the sensor is changed, such as SO2 to an H2S, the detector
must be reconfigured. Refer to Sensors in the Tech Mode
option.
Figure 15. Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter 7. A sensor that has been replaced must be calibrated immedi-
ately. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
Note
Detectors that are configured for 1, 2, 3, or 4 gases may
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Photoionization Detector (PID)

Clean or Replace the Lamp
The PID lamp must be cleaned regularly. Use only the cleaning kit
that is supplied by BW Technologies by Honeywell.
To clean the PID lamp, refer to the illustrations and procedures that
are provided with the PID Lamp Cleaning Kit. To order the kit, refer
to Replacement Parts and Accessories.

a Caution
To ensure proper maintenance and continued accurate
readings from the sensor, use only the PID Lamp
Cleaning Kit that is supplied by BW Technologies by
Honeywell.

Table 20. Parts of the PID sensor

Item Description
1 PID sensor
2 Diffusion barrier
3 Sensor cover
4 Electrode stack
5 Lamp

Figure 16. Parts of the PID

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Replace the Lamp Replace the Electrode Stack

Replace the lamp when it falls below the acceptable level. Possible Replace the electrode stack when it is contaminated. To replace
indicators that the lamp requires replacement are as follows: the electrode stack, refer to Table 20., Figure 16., and the following
• The detector will not calibrate. procedures. 1-4.

• The startup self-test fails. a Caution

• The ppm levels are incorrect. Ensure your fingers do not make contact with the
diffusion barrier or the electrodes on the underside of
To replace the lamp, refer to the illustrations and procedures in the the stack.
PID Lamp Cleaning Kit.
If required, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell for more information. 1. Remove the sensor cover.
2. Remove the old electrode stack.
3. Insert the new electrode stack.
4. Replace the sensor cover.

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Troubleshooting
If a problem occurs, refer to the solutions provided in Table 21.. If the problem persists, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.
Table 21. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Startup Troubleshooting
The detector does not No batteries Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries or Replacing the Lithium Battery
activate. Pack.
Depleted batteries Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries, or Replacing the Lithium Battery
Pack.
Damaged or defective detector Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

The detector immediately Sensor needs to stabilize Used sensor: wait 60 seconds.
enters alarm mode when New sensor: wait 5 minutes.
activated. Low battery alarm Refer to Battery Cautions, Replacing the Alkaline Batteries, Replacing the
Lithium Battery Pack.
Sensor alarm Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter.
Pump alarm If the sampling hose is attached, determine if it is obstructed. If not, clean
or replace the pump filter. If the pump alarm persists, refer to the “Pump
Operation” section in Troubleshooting.

The startup self-test fails. General fault Ensure that the sensors and battery pack are installed correctly and then
reactivate the detector.
If the fault persists, record the error message and contact BW Technologies
by Honeywell.

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Table 21. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Detector Operation Troubleshooting

Detector does not display Sensor not stabilized Used sensor: wait 60 seconds
normal ambient gas New sensor: wait 5 minutes
readings after startup
Detector requires calibration Calibrate the sensors. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
self-test.
Target gas is present Detector is operating properly. Use caution in suspect areas.
Detector does not respond Batteries are depleted Refer to Replacing the Alkaline Batteries or Replacing the Lithium Battery
to pushbuttons. Pack.
Detector is performing Pushbutton function restores automatically when the operation ends.
operations that do not require
user input
Detector does not Detector requires calibration Calibrate the sensors. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
accurately measure gas.
Detector is colder/hotter than Allow the detector to adjust to ambient temperature before using.
ambient gas
Sensor filter is blocked Clean the sensor filter. Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter.

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Table 21. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

MMC/SD Card Troubleshooting

The MMC/SD card is not Insert the MMC/SD card. Refer to Inserting the MMC/SD Card.
inserted.

The MMC/SD card that is Insert an approved MMC/SD card:

inserted in the detector has a • 128 MB Delkin MMC
storage size that is not
supported by the detector. • 128 MB Delkin SD card
• 128 MB Transcend SD card
• 64 MB Unigen SD card

The detector has lost Retry communication

communication with the MMC/
Insert a new approved MMC or SD card. Refer to Inserting the MMC/SD
SD card.
Card.
Reformat the MMC or SD card in windows and then reinsert into the
detector.
Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

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Table 21. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Alarms Troubleshooting
Detector does not enter Alarm setpoint(s) are set Reset alarm setpoints. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
alarm mode. incorrectly.
Alarm setpoint(s) are set to Reset alarm setpoints. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
zero.
Detector requires calibration. Calibrate the sensors. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
Detector intermittently Ambient gas levels are near Detector is operating normally. Use caution in suspect areas. Check MAX
enters alarm without any alarm setpoint or the sensor is gas exposure reading.
apparent reason. exposed to a puff of the target
gas.
Alarms setpoints are set Reset alarm setpoints. Refer to Calibration and Setting Alarm Setpoints.
incorrectly.
Missing or faulty sensor. Refer to Replacing a Sensor or Sensor Filter.
Detector enters alarm with Pump flow rate is set too high. Refer to the last solution in Pump Operation troubleshooting on the
LEL reading displaying as following page.
OL (over limit).

Automatic Deactivation Troubleshooting

Detector automatically Automatic shutdown activated Refer to Charging the Battery.
deactivates. because of weak batteries.
Calibration is overdue and the Enter the password to enter calibration. Calibrate the sensor(s). Refer to
Due-lock (calibration user Calibration Procedure.
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Table 21. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Pump Operation Troubleshooting

There is an obstruction in the If using tubing that is attached to the sample probe, determine if it is
tubing. obstructed. If not, clean or replace the pump filter. Refer to Replacing the
Pump Filter.

Filter needs to be cleaned or Clean or replace the pump filter. Refer to Replacing the Pump Filter.
replaced.

Pump is drawing too much air For newer model pump modules, the pump may be drawing too much air
over the sensors. over the sensors. Attach the auxiliary filter to reduce the flow. Refer to
Attaching the Auxiliary Filter.

Detector enters alarm with Pump flow rate is set too high. 1. From Tech Mode, scroll to the Pump option and press C.
LEL reading displaying as 2. From the Pump Speed screen, press H to decrease the speed to 150.
over limit (OL).

3. Exit user options. The detector automatically initiates a pump test.

4. If the pump alarm persists, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

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Table 21. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Clock Errors Troubleshooting

Clock icon is flashing. The clock has failed. Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

There is communication failure. Contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

The detector displays a General fault. Reactivate the detector. If the same error message displays, reset the clock
clock error message using in the user options menu. Reactivate the detector.
last recorded time. If the error message still displays, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.

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Replacement Parts and Accessories

Replacement Parts and Accessories

a Warning SR-Q07 PID sensor 1
To avoid personal injury and/or damage to the detector, SR-B04 Carbon dioxide (CO2) sensor 1
use only the specified replacement parts.
SR-DUMM1 Dummy sensor 3-pin O2 or TwinTox 1
To order parts or accessories, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell.
SR-DUMM2 Dummy sensor for LEL location 1
Table 22. Replacement Parts and Accessories Sensor Replacement Parts and Accessories

Model No. Description Qty RL-PID10.6 Lamp for PID sensor 1

Sensors M5PID-ES-1 Electrode stack for PID sensor 2

S4-W04 Combustible (LEL) sensor M5PID-CLN-K1 Cleaning kit for PID sensor lamp 1
1
(with silicone protection filter) M5-SS Sensor filters (quad) kit of 2 2
Combustible (LEL) sensor Gas Cylinders
S4-W04-UF 1
(no silicone protection filter)
Quad calibration gas, CH4-2.5%, O2-
SR-X10 Oxygen (O2) sensor 1 CG-Q58-4 18.0%, H2S-25 ppm, CO-100 ppm, 1
PS-RM04 Carbon monoxide (CO) sensor 1 bal. N2 (58 l)
PS-RH04S Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) sensor 1 Quad calibration gas, CH4-2.5%, O2-
CG-Q34-4 18.0%, H2S-25 ppm, CO-100 ppm, 1
SR-P04 Phosphine (PH3) sensor 1
bal. N2 (34 l)
PS-RS04 Sulfur dioxide (SO2) sensor 1
Two gas calibration cylinder, 50% LEL
PS-RC10 Chlorine (Cl2) sensor 1 CG-T34 (CH4-2.5%) O2-20.9%, bal. N2 (34 l) 1

SR-A04 Ammonia (NH3) sensor 1 CG2-S-25-58 Calibration gas, SO2 25 ppm (58 l) 1
PS-RD04 Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) sensor 1 CG-BUMP-S25 SO2 bump test gas 1
PS-RZ10 Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) sensor 1 Bump alarm gas aerosol (CH4-2.5%,
CG-BUMP1 1
SR-V04 Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) sensor 1 O2-10%, H2S-40 ppm, CO-200 ppm)

SR-G04 Ozone (O3) sensor 1 REG-0.5 Regulator (0.5 l/min) 1

TwinTox CO/H2S sensor G0042-H25 Calibration gas, H2S 25 ppm (58 l) 1

D4-RHM04 1

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CG2-M-200-103 Calibration gas, CO 200 ppm (103 l) 1 Datalogger Accessories

CG2-S-25-58 Calibration gas, SO2 25 ppm (58 l) 1 CR-MMC-USB1 USB memory card reader 1
CG2-C-5-58 Calibration gas, Cl2 5 ppm (58 l) 1 MMC128-D 128 MB Delkin MMC 1

CG2-Z-10-58 Calibration gas, HCN 10 ppm (58 l) 1 MMC128-D 128 MB Delkin SD card 1

Calibration gas, NO2 10 ppm (58 l) MMC128-D 128 MB Transcend SD card 1

CG2-D-10-58 1
M5-MMC 64 MB Unigen SD card 1
CG2-P-1-58 Calibration gas, PH3 1 ppm (58 l) 1
Accessories
Quad calibration kit with regulator, quad
CK-Q34-4 gas cylinder (CG-Q34-4), hose and 1 M5-PUMP Motorized Pump Module Kit 1
carrying case M5-TC-1 Calibration cap and hose 1
Quad calibration kit with regulator, quad GA-AG-2 Alligator clip (stainless steel) 1
CK-Q58-4 gas cylinder (CG-Q58-4), hose and 1
carrying case GA-CH-2 Chest harness 1

Micro 5/PID/IR Alkaline Battery Packs GA-ES-1 Extension strap 1

M5-BAT0501 Alkaline battery pack 1 GA-ARM-1 Arm band 1

M5-BAT0502 Alkaline battery pack with European GA-HM5 Belt holster 1

1
screw Replacement Parts
Micro 5/PID/IR Lithium Battery Packs Pump replacement filters (kit of 2) 1
M5-BAT08 Lithium rechargeable battery pack 1 Pump replacement filters (kit of 5) 1
M5-BAT08B Lithium rechargeable battery pack Pump replacement nozzle (kit of 2) 1
(black)
Micro 5/PID/IR Chargers and Kits * Add suffix (-UK) for United Kingdom mains plug, (-EU) for European
mains plug, (-AU) for Australian mains plug.
M5-CO1* GasAlertMicro 5 battery charger 1
GasAlertMicro 5 Lithium battery charger
M5-CO1-BAT08* 1
and battery pack kit
GA-V-CHRG4 Vehicle GasAlertMicro 5 battery charger 1
M5-BL-1 Battery latch replacement 1

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Specifications

Specifications PH3: 0 – 5.0 ppm (0.1 ppm increments)

Instrument dimensions: 14.5 x 7.4 x 3.8 cm (5.7 x 2.9 x 1.5 in.) SO2: 0 – 150 ppm (1 ppm increments)
Cl2: 0 – 50.0 ppm (0.1 ppm increments)
Weight: 370 g (13.1 oz.)
NH3: 0 – 100 ppm (1 ppm increments)
Operating and storage conditions
NO2: 0 – 99.9 ppm (0.1 ppm increments)
Temperature:
HCN: 0 – 30.0 ppm (0.1 ppm increments)
VOC: -10°C to +40°C (-14°F to +104°F)
ClO2: 0 – 1.00 ppm (0.01 ppm increments)
Other gases: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
Combustible gas sensor: Certified by CSA International to ±3% LEL O3: 0 – 100 ppm (0.01 ppm increments)
accuracy from -10°C to +40°C (4°F to 104°F) VOC: 0 – 1000 ppm (1.0 ppm increments)
CO2 IR: 0-50,000 ppm (50 ppm increments) or 0-5.0% v/v CO2
Humidity:
(Sensors not available for use with the Micro 5 IR: ClO2, HCN, NO2,
O2: 0% to 99% relative humidity (non-condensing)
PH3, and Cl2)
VOC and CO2 IR: 0% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Combustibles: 5% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) Sensor type:
Cl2: 10% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) H2S/CO: Twin plug-in electrochemical cell
HCN, ClO2: 15% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) Combustibles: Plug-in catalytic bead
Other gases: 15% to 90% relative humidity (non-condensing) VOC: Photoionization detector (PID)
CO2: IR detector
Pressure: 95 to 110 kPa
Other gases: Single plug-in electrochemical cell
Alarm setpoints: May vary by region and are user-defined
O2 measuring principle: Capillary controlled concentration sensor
Detection range:
O2: 0 – 30.0% vol. (0.1% vol. increments) Alarm conditions: TWA alarm, STEL alarm, low alarm, high alarm,
multi alarm, over limit alarm, sensor alarm, pump alarm,
CO: 0 – 999 ppm (1 ppm increments)
MMC/SD card fail alarm, low battery alarm, confidence beep,
CO (TwinTox sensor): 0 – 500 ppm (1 ppm increments)
automatic deactivation alarm
H2S: 0 – 500 ppm (1 ppm increments)
H2S (TwinTox sensor): 0 – 500 ppm (1 ppm increments) Audible alarm: 95 dB at 0.3 m (1 ft.) variable pulsed dual beepers
Combustible (LEL): 0 - 100% LEL (1% LEL increments) or 0 - 5.0% v/v Visual alarm: Dual red light-emitting diodes (LED)
methane; certified by CSA International to C22.2 No. 152 and ISA
Display: Alphanumeric liquid crystal display (LCD)
12.13.01 within 0 - 60% or 3.0% v/v methane
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Backlight: Automatically activates during an alarm condition and when Battery operating time:
there is insufficient light to view the LCD (if enabled in user options) Toxic, O2, and LEL sensors: Three alkaline cells or one lithium battery
Self-test: Initiated during activation pack at 20°C provides 20 hours operating runtime
Calibration: Automatic zero and automatic span Toxic, O2, LEL, and PID sensors: Three alkaline cells or one lithium
battery pack at 20°C provides 15 hours operating runtime
Oxygen sensor: Automatic span upon activation (enable/disable option)
Toxic, O2, LEL, and CO2 sensors: Three alkaline cells or one lithium
User options: Confidence beep, latching alarms, passcode protection, battery pack at 20°C provides 15 hours operating runtime
enable/disable safe display mode, combustible sensor measurement,
sensor disable, TWA and STEL, language selection, enable/disable Year of manufacture: The detector’s year of manufacture is determined
automatic oxygen calibration, define span concentration values, define from the serial number. The second and third number after the first letter
STEL calculation period, define TWA method, gas measurement resolu- determines the year of manufacture.
tion, enable/disable automatic backlight, adjust clock calendar, and E.g., H309-Y000001 = 2009 year of manufacture
define logging rate (datalogger models only), CO2 sensor measurement Approved batteries for GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR models:
Alkaline (M5-BAT02) and lithium-ion polymer (M5-BAT08), as per
Approved MMC and SD cards for GasAlertMicro 5 and
standards EN 60079-11, EN 60079-0, UL913, CSA C22.2 No.157
GasAlertMicro 5 PID: 128 MB Delkin SD card and 64 MB Unigen SD
card Alkaline: Temperature Code
Approved MMC and SD cards for GasAlertMicro 5 IR: 128 MB Delkin Duracell MN1500 -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°C T4 (129.9°C)
MMC, 128 MB Delkin SD card, 128 MB Transcend MMC, and 64 MB Energizer E91VP -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ +50°C T3C (135.3°C)
Unigen SD card
Lithium rechargeable:
M5-BAT08 -20°C ≤ Ta ≤ 50°C T4
Battery charger: GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR battery charger
First-time charge: 6 hours for lithium battery pack
Normal charge: 6 hours for lithium battery pack
Warranty: 2 years including sensors
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Approvals: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
GasAlertMicro 5 and GasAlertMicro 5 PID (Zone 0) for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
Approved by CSA to both U.S. and Canadian Standards ICES-003 Canadian EMI requirements. These limits are designed to
Standards: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 157 and C22.2 No.152 provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residen-
ANSI/UL – 913 and ANSI/ISA – S12.13 Part 1 tial installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
CSA Class I, Division 1, Group A, B, C, and D
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Class 1, Zone 0, Group IIC
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
ATEX CE 0539 g II 1 G Ga Ex ia IIC T4
KEMA 06 ATEX 0206X particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
EN 60079-0, EN 60079-11, EN 60079-26 to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
IECEx Ga Ex ia IIC IECEx CSA 06.0011X the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-11, IEC 60079-26 interference by one of more of the following measures:
ABS Type Approved: VA-348169-X • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
GasAlertMicro 5 IR (Zone 1): • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Approved by CSA to both U.S. and Canadian Standards • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
Standards: CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 157 and C22.2 No.152 to which the receiver is connected.
ANSI/UL – 913 and ANSI/ISA – S12.13 Part 1
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CSA Class I, Division 1, Group A, B, C, and D
Class 1, Zone 1, Group IIC
ATEX CE 0539 g II 2 G Ex d ia IIC
KEMA 06 ATEX 0206X
EN 60079-0, EN 60079-1, EN 60079-11
IECEx Ex d ia IIC IECEx CSA 06.0011X
IEC 60079-0, IEC 60079-1, IEC 60079-11

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General Specifications for Datalogger Units GasAlertMicro 5/PID/IR Downloadable Datalogger

Media type: MultiMediaCard (MMC) or Secure Digital (SD) card Operation: Requires no user intervention (automatic)
Approved MMC and SD cards for GasAlertMicro 5 and Indicators: Icon indicates datalogger is operating normally, MMC/SD
GasAlertMicro 5 PID: 128 MB Delkin SD card and 64 MB Unigen SD card missing/malfunction
card Compatibility: Desktop PC or laptop
Approved MMC and SD cards for GasAlertMicro 5 IR: 128 MB Delkin Operating system: Windows 95 or higher and Macintosh OS 8.6 or
MMC, 128 MB Delkin SD card, 128 MB Transcend MMC, and 64 MB higher
Unigen SD card
Download via: MMC/SD reader
Storage: 500,000 lines of data available; 4.4 months at 5 second
intervals (based on a normal work week) Software required: Spreadsheet or database compatible with
comma-separated-value (CSV) text files
Memory type: Wrap-around memory ensures most recent data is
always saved Card alarm: Card fail or missing

Sample rate: One reading every 5 seconds (standard) Support:

Fleet Manager II: Reports are generated using the detector datalogs
Data recorded: All sensor readings, all alarm conditions, calibrations, and the Fleet Manager II application. Filters can be defined using
event flags, battery status, pump status, sensor status, confidence beep Fleet Manager II, or data can be exported to Excel for custom reports.
activation, and detector status that includes the date, time and detector
serial number for each reading Software Requirements to generate reports:

MMC/SD card test: Automatically during activation • Windows XP or Vista

• Fleet Manager II
• Excel (optional)

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PID Correction Factor (CF) Library

Table 23. PID Corrections Factor (CF) Library

Correction Factor Value

Gas # Gas Type LCD Gas Type Abbreviation
(CF values subject to change)
1 No PID correction factor N/A N/A
2 Acetaldehyde Acetdhd 4.6’
3 Acetone Acetone 1.2’
4 Ammonia Ammonia 10.6’
5 Benzene Benzene 0.5’
6 Butadiene Butadien 0.9’
7 Diesel Diesel 0.9’
8 Ethanol Ethanol 13.3’
9 Ethylene Ethylene 9.1’
10 Gasoline Gasoline 0.7’
11 Hexane Hexane 4.6’
12 Isobtyln Isobtyln 1.0’
13 JP8 JP-8 0.5’
14 Kerosene Kerosene 1.1’
15 MEK MEK 0.9’
16 Naptha Naptha 1.0’
17 Styrene Styrene 0.5’
18 Toluene Toluene 0.5’
19 Turpentine Turpentine 0.5’
20 Vinyl Chloride Vinyl Chloride 2.2’
21 Xylene Xylene 0.5’
22 Custom Custom 0.1’ to 15.0’

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