BW Technologies GasAlertClip Extreme User manual

GasAlertClip Extreme English Instruction Sheet
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BW TECHNOLOGIES
GasAlertClip Extreme
2 or 3 Year Gas Detector
Instruction Sheet
Introduction
The GasAlertClip Extreme gas detector (the detector) is a personal safety
device that warns when hazardous gas exceeds factory set alarm setpoints.
The detector stores and transmits gas alarm event data. It is your
responsibility to respond properly to the alarms.
Gas Detected Unit of Measure
Oxygen (O
2
) Percent by volume (%)
Carbon monoxide (CO) Parts per million (ppm)
Hydrogen sulfide (H
2
S) Parts per million (ppm)
Sulfur dioxide (SO
2
) Parts per million (ppm)
a Safety Information - Read First
Warning: Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.
Warning: To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible
atmospheres, disconnect power before servicing.
⇒ Do not activate the detector after the date on the package.
⇒ This product is a gas detector, not a measurement device.
⇒ Perform a self-test each day prior to use.
⇒ Ensure the sensor grill is free of dirt and debris.
⇒ Ensure the sensor grill is not obstructed.
⇒ Periodically test the response of the sensor to gas by exposing the
detector to a target gas concentration that exceeds the low alarm
setpoint. Manually verify that the audible and visual alarms are
activated.
⇒ Periodically calibrate the GasAlertClip Extreme O
2
.
D2139/5 (English)
iERP: 119566
© 2005 BW Technologies LP. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada
ec Note:
This instrument contains a lithium battery. Do not mix with the solid
waste stream. Spent batteries should be disposed of by a qualified
recycler or hazardous materials handler.
Parts of the GasAlertClip Extreme
1 Audible alarm
2 Visual alarm
3 Infrared download port
4 Liquid crystal display (LCD)
5 Alligator clip
6 Start/test button
7 Sensor and sensor grill
Display Elements
1 Maximum exposure in alarm
2 Data transmission
3 High and low alarm setpoints
4 Self-test status
5 Gas type
3 / 6 Alarm condition
7 / 8 Detector life-remaining indicators
1 / 8 Months/hours/days since last maximum exposure
Pushbutton
Pushbutton Description
C
• To activate the detector, press and hold Cfor 5
seconds.
• Press Cwithin 24 hours of receiving a gas alarm
to view the maximum gas exposure.
• When Test displays, press and hold Cfor
approximately 1 second to activate the self-test.
• To calibrate the O
2
detector, press and hold C
for approximately 3 seconds.
• To display the gas alarm setpoints, press C.
• To transmit the data, press Cwhen Prn and
display.

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Activating the Detector
Press and hold C for 5 seconds.
Note: Once activated the detector cannot be deactivated, except after a
battery life-ending alarm. Refer to Safety Shutdown Mode.
The self-test must be performed in an atmosphere that is free of
background gas.
After a self-test is performed, wait 30 seconds before using to ensure
the detector accurately detects gas.
Prior to each days use, a self-test of the detector must be performed. When
Test displays on the LCD, a self-test is required. When the self-test is
performed and passes, udisplays to confirm the tests are successful.
Confirm that the following tests (1-5) are performed.
Press Cand release (approximately 1 second) to initiate the self-test. The
tests are as follows:
1. The detector emits one beep, one flash, and one vibration.
2. The detector sets the battery life-remaining clock.
3. All LCD elements display.
4. Test flashes while the sensor integrity and battery life are tested.
5. The low and high alarm setpoints display.
Self-Test Pass
When the self-test is successful, the detector emits a short beep and a
single vibration.
uthen displays to verify that the self-test has passed.
Twenty hours after performing the self-test, Test again displays to indicate
that a self-test is required.
Self-Test Fail
If the self-test fails, the detector emits five short beeps and flashes before
displaying a blank screen. The LCD then returns to the normal operating
screen and again displays Test.
Repeat the self-test.
Note: If the self-test fails three consecutive times, the LCD displays a blank
screen and the detector deactivates (safety shutdown mode).
Automatic Battery Test
The battery is automatically tested every 2 hours. If the battery test fails,
another automatic test is initiated 30 minutes later.
Note: After five consecutive battery test failures, the LCD displays a blank
screen and the detector deactivates (safety shutdown mode).
Detector Life-Remaining Clock
The detector life-remaining clock indicates how much longer the detector
will operate. The LCD displays the countdown value of remaining months,
days, and then hours.
The detector continues to operate for a maximum of 8 hours after the
detector life-ending alarm initiates. Press Cto deactivate the detector. For
more information, refer to Alarms.
Safety Shutdown Mode
The LCD displays a blank screen when initiating safety shutdown mode.
The detector beeps, flashes, and vibrates rapidly (twice per second) until
the battery loses power. To deactivate the detector before the battery loses
power, press C. Contact BW Technologies.
The detector initiates safety shutdown mode if the
• self-test fails three consecutive times,
• automatic battery test fails five consecutive times, or
• detector has not been manually deactivated within 8 hours of initiating
the detector life-ending alarm.
Gas Alarm Setpoints
The following is a list of the factory alarm setpoints.
Model Low Alarm
Setpoint High Alarm Setpoint
GasAlertClip Extreme O
2
19.5% 23.5%
GasAlertClip Extreme CO 35 ppm 200 ppm
GasAlertClip Extreme H
2
S 10 ppm 15 ppm
GasAlertClip Extreme SO
2
5 ppm 10 ppm
Note: Detector may be configured with customer specified alarm setpoints.
Displaying the Gas Alarm Setpoints
Press Cto display the alarm setpoints.
Alarm setpoints are factory configured and cannot be modified.

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Alarms
Display Audible
Alarm Visual Alarm Vibration Alarm
Low Gas Alarm One slow
beep every
second
One slow
flash every
second
One slow
vibration
every second
High Gas Alarm Two fast
beeps every
second
Two fast
flashes every
second
Two fast
vibrations
every second
Life-Ending Alarm Eight slow
beeps per
minute
Eight slow
flashes per
minute
Eight slow
vibrations
per minute
Note: When the gas level returns to the acceptable range, the gas alarm
stops.
The life of the battery decreases rapidly when in alarm conditions.
The battery life-ending alarm occurs when the battery life-remaining
clock displays 0 hours. The detector will continue to operate for 8
hours before automatically deactivating.
Maximum Gas Exposure
The detector records the maximum gas exposure that is in alarm and begins
calculating the number of hours from when the maximum exposure
occurred.
For each new exposure greater than the current maximum exposure, the
detector resets the maximum gas exposure to the new level and resets the
hours to 0. After 24 hours of gas readings in the acceptable range, the
detector resets both values to 0.
Viewing the Maximum Gas Exposure
Press Cwithin 24 hours of receiving a gas alarm. The LCD displays the
following:
The low and high alarm setpoints.
If a maximum gas exposure has occurred within the last 24 hours, the
maximum gas exposure screens display.
For exposures beyond the detection range, over limit (OL) displays.
Performing a Self-Test
When Test displays, the self-test must be performed.
The self-test is activated prior to any other function. Press Cto initiate.
Note: The self-test must be performed in an atmosphere that is free of
background gas.
After a self-test is performed, wait 30 seconds before using to ensure
the detector accurately detects gas.
To perform a self-test, press and hold C for approximately 1 second.
Confirm that the following tests are performed.
1. The detector emits one beep, one flash, and one vibration.
2. All LCD elements display.
3. Test flashes while the sensor integrity and battery life are tested.
4. The low and high alarm setpoints display.
5. If an alarm has occurred in the last 24 hours, the LCD displays the
maximum gas exposure value and the hours that have lapsed since
the exposure.
6. Prn and flash.
Note: If
Cis pressed when the self-test pass (u)icon displays, steps 1-3
will be bypassed.
For information regarding a self-test pass or fail, refer to the Self-Test Pass
and Self-Test Fail.

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Calibrating the Oxygen (O
2
) Detector
Every 30 days when the O
2
detector is due to be calibrated, the LCD flashes
CAL and the detector life-remaining value to indicate that calibration is due.
To calibrate the O
2
detector, complete the following:
1. Calibrate the detector only in a normal atmosphere (20.9% O
2
) that is
free of hazardous gas.
2. Press and hold Cfor approximately 3 seconds.
3. The detector emits one beep, one flash, and displays the following
screen:
Successful Calibration: The detector emits one vibration and one
extended beep to indicate that calibration is successful.
Unsuccessful Calibration: If the detector does not beep or vibrate after a
calibration, repeat steps 1 and 2 again. If the second attempt is
unsuccessful, contact BW Technologies.
Gas Event Data Transmission
The detector stores the last ten alarm events. The recorded data includes
the
• serial number,
• detector life-remaining values (months/days/hours),
• self-tests that have been performed,
• total number of events that have occurred,
• event type,
• duration of all events encountered,
• gas type,
• alarm level(s) (ppm or %),
• time elapsed since the alarm occurred (days/hours/minutes), and
• duration of the alarm (minutes/seconds).
Two options are provided to transmit the gas event data: 1) Transfer data to
a PC using an IR data link or 2) Print the data using the handheld IR printer.
Transfer Data
Transferring Data to a PC
To transfer the data to a PC, complete the following:
1. Connect the IR data link to the PC. Activate the IR datalink.
2. Position the detector and the device as shown in the following
illustration.
3. From the detector, press C to access the transmission screen.
4. Prn and flash on the detector LCD. Within 5 seconds, press Cto
begin the transmission.
5. While data is being transmitted, Ydisplays and flashes. A
countdown timer displays as a percentage value (70%) indicates how
much data remains to be transmitted.
Transferring Data to a Printer
To transfer data using the handheld IR printer, complete the following:
Using the handheld IR printer, complete steps 1-5 as listed for Transferring
Data to a PC.
Below is a print out example from the handheld IR printer.

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Accessories
• Test cap and hose: GA-TC-1
• Infrared handheld printer: GPR-PRINTER2*
• Printer paper replacement, 3 rolls: GPR-PP-K4
• Automatic test station: GA-TS02
• GasAlertClip Extreme MicroDock II docking module:
H = Hydrogen sulfide docking module
M = Carbon monoxide docking module
S = Sulfur dioxide docking module
X = Oxygen docking module
Consult your sales representative for complete order numbers and full descriptions.
• MicroDock II automatic test/calibration station: DOCK2-2-##-##
• IR DataLink: GA-USB2
• Neck strap with safety release: GA-NS-1
• Alligator clip (non-conductive): GA-AG-1
• Alligator clip (stainless steel): GA-AG-2
• Hard hat clip: GA-HC-1 ( for use with alligator clip GA-AG-1 or
GA-AG-2)
• Belt clip: GA-CL-1
• Portable product training video: GA-CDT1
• GasAlertClip CD-ROM instructions: GA24XT-CDM
*For delivery with 220 VAC charger, add suffix (-UK) for United Kingdom, (-EU) for
European, and (-AU) for Australian.
General Specifications
Shelf life 1 year before activation
Weight 76 g (2.7 oz.)
Instrument
dimensions 28 x 50 x 81 mm (1.1 x 2.0 x 3.2 in.)
Operating
temperature H
2
S: −40 to +50
o
C / −40 to +122
o
F
CO: −30 to +50
o
C / −22 to +122
o
F
SO
2
: −30 to +50
o
C / −22 to +122
o
F
O
2
: −20 to +50
o
C / −4 to +122
o
F
Internal vibrating operates to: −15
o
C / +5
o
F
Operating humidity 5% to 95% relative humidity
(non-condensing)
Audible alarm ≈95 dB at 30 cm (1 ft.)
Visual alarm Flashing, wide-angled alarm lens with quad red
LEDs plus alarm LCD readout.
Display Liquid crystal display (LCD)
Sensor type Electrochemical cells
Detection technique Instantaneous alarm
Battery Lithium, non-replaceable
Ratings and
certifications Classified by UL to both U.S. and Canadian
Standards as intrinsically safe for Class I, Division
1, Group A, B, C, D and Class I, Zone 0, Group IIC
ATEX
: CE 0539 g II 1 G EEx ia IIC T4
DEMKO 03 ATEX 0321968
IECEx
CE: European Conformity
ABS Type Approved VA-348-169-X
Ingress protection IP 66/IP 67
EMI/RFI Complies with EMC Directives 89/336/EEC
Safety Specifications
Maximum operating
life 24 Month Detector: 2 years after activation, assuming 3-5 minutes of alarm time/day
36 Month Detector: 3 years after activation,
assuming 1 minute of alarm time/day
Detection range H
2
S: 0 to 100 ppm
CO: 0 to 300 ppm
O
2
: 0 to 30% by volume
SO
2
: 0 to 100 ppm
Alarm setpoints Instant low and instant high
Calibration H
2
S, CO, SO
2
: Not required
O
2
: Self-calibrating
Note: This product has been classified for use in atmospheres not more
than 21% v/v O
2
.
Event Logging Specifications
Number of stored
events Up to ten events encountered. If more than ten, the older event are replaced by the newer events.
Data transmission
method Via infrared port to thermal printer or via IR Datalink to PC (for ordinary locations only)
Information
transmitted Serial number Life remaining
Self-tests performed
Total number and duration of all events
encountered
Last ten events:
Maximum exposure, MicroDock bump check, or
O2 calibration
Data shown for maximum exposures and bump
checks:
Gas type and alarm level in ppm or %
Time elapsed since the alarm occurred in days,
hours, and minutes
Duration of alarm in minutes and seconds
Data transmission
time 45 seconds plus 10 seconds per record

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules and ICES-003
Canadian EMI requirements. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Contacting BW Technologies
To contact BW Technologies call:
USA: 1-888-749-8878
Canada: 1-800-663-4164
Europe: [phone]
Other countries: [phone]
Address correspondence to:
BW Technologies LP
2840 – 2
nd
Avenue S.E.
Calgary, AB
T2A 7X9
CANADA
Email us at: [email protected]
Visit BW Technologies’ web site at: www.gasmonitors.com
Canada USA Europe
BW Technologies LP BW America BW Europe
2840 - 2 Ave. SE 3279 West Pioneer Parkway 101 Heyford Park
Calgary, AB Arlington, TX Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire
Canada T2A 7X9 USA 76013 United Kingdom OX25 5HA
Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
BW Technologies LP (BW) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two or three years
(depending upon detector), beginning on the date of activation. This Warranty is valid
only if the detector is activated by the date on the package. This warranty extends only
to the sale of new and unused products to the original buyer. BW’s warranty obligation
is limited, at BW’s option, to refund of the purchase price, repair, or replacement of a
defective product that is returned to a BW authorized service center within the warranty
period. In no event shall BW’s liability hereunder exceed the purchase price actually
paid by the buyer for the Product.
This warranty does not include:
a) fuses, disposable batteries or the routine replacement of parts due to the normal
wear and tear of the product arising from use;
b) any product which in BW’s opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected or
damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation, handling or use;
c) any damage or defects attributable to repair of the product by any person other
than an authorized dealer, or the installation of unapproved parts on the product;
or
The obligations set forth in this warranty are conditional on:
a) proper storage, installation, calibration, use, maintenance and compliance with
the product manual instructions and any other applicable recommendations of
BW;
b) the buyer promptly notifying BW of any defect and, if required, promptly making
the product available for correction. No goods shall be returned to BW until
receipt by the buyer of shipping instructions from BW; and
c) the right of BW to require that the buyer provide proof of purchase such as the
original invoice, bill of sale or packing slip to establish that the product is within
the warranty period.
THE BUYER AGREES THAT THIS WARRANTY IS THE BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. BW SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES,
INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR
BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR RELIANCE OR ANY OTHER THEORY.
Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied
warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the
limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer. If any
provision of this warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent
jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other
provision.