IMR IX616 User manual

Ver. 1.0A4
Environmental Equipment, Inc.
IMR IX616 Portable Multi-Gas Detector
User Manual
Read this manual carefully before using this device.
[phone] / (800) RING-IMR • Fax: [phone]
www.imrusa.com • [email protected]

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IMR IX616 User Manual
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CONTENTS
Service guidelines..................................................................................................................................3
Safety Information.................................................................................................................................3
1. Brief introduction ...........................................................................................................................4
2. Main Features and Specification ....................................................................................................4
2.1. Main Features..........................................................................................................................4
2.2. Technical Specification...........................................................................................................4
3. Structure and Function....................................................................................................................4
3.1. Appearance..............................................................................................................................4
3.2. Display Information ................................................................................................................5
3.3. Button Function.......................................................................................................................5
4. Operation Instruction......................................................................................................................5
4.1. Power On.................................................................................................................................5
4.2. Power Off................................................................................................................................6
4.3. Alarm.......................................................................................................................................6
4.4. Device Status...........................................................................................................................7
4.5. Calibration...............................................................................................................................7
4.6. Bump Test ...............................................................................................................................8
5. Data Communication......................................................................................................................8
6. Charging .........................................................................................................................................8
7. Sensor’s Use and Replacement.......................................................................................................8
8. Trouble Shooting Guide .................................................................................................................9
9. Usage Notice...................................................................................................................................9
Sensor Table.....................................................................................................................................10
10. Warranty ...................................................................................................................................11
11. Contact Information..................................................................................................................12

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SERVICE GUIDELINES
1. Thank you for purchasing this product. Before operation, please read this manual carefully to
help prevent any accidents or damage to the device due to miss use.
2. Do not modify, repair, or replace parts in the device without contacting IMR, we assume no
liability for any harm caused due to improperly modified equipment.
3. Any damage caused due to incorrect operation shall not be covered.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Before using the detector please carefully read the below safety information first and follow the
operation requirement:
1. Do not use if damaged or defective. Before use check physical damage or missing parts.
2. Each day before use it is recommended to perform a “bump test” to ensure the detector is
operation properly. See section 4.6
3. It is recommended that a “bump test” be performed periodically to ensure that the audible, visual
and vibration alarms are set to the correct level and are functioning properly.
4. Only use authorized accessories provided by IMR. Use of unauthorized accessories may result in
damage to the device.
5. Only use the charger provided with the instrument to charge the detector. Only charge in a safe
environment. Charging in a hazardous environment is not advisable.
6. Detectors using catalytic sensors or semi-conductor sensors cannot be exposed to gases with
concentrations over the detector’s range. Doing so will overload the detector and interfere with
its performance or even cause damage.
7. Detectors using catalytic sensors or semi-conductor sensors cannot be exposed to gas
environments that contain lead compounds, sulfur compounds, phosphorous compounds or
silicon. These environments will damage a catalytic sensor or semi-conductor sensor.
8. Detectors using catalytic sensors or semi-conductor sensors cannot be exposed to gas
environment which contain hydrogen sulfide, halogenated hydrocarbon or highly corrosive
environments. These environments will dampen the sensor’s response and decrease the sensor’s
sensitivity to gases. If the detector has to be used in the above environments. Then preform a
“bump test” after use.
9. Do not expose the detector to electric shock, strong electromagnetic fields or intense continuous
mechanical vibration.
10. Do not discard the battery in the standard trash. Please follow all local regulatory and
environment regulations pertaining to lithium battery disposal.
11. Disassembly, modification, or repair of the detector by the end user is prohibited.
12. Take precautions to prevent the detector from being dropped at high elevations and intense
vibration.
13. For any usage or trouble shooting not covered in this manual contact IMR.

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1. BRIEF INTRODUCTION
The IX616 is a multi-gas detector with
continuous detection of these combustible
gases O2, CO and H2S gases in the air. It has
a functional and watertight design (IP 66)
incorporates an impact absorbing rubberized
housing to meet the toughest requirement of
harsh environments like underground tunnels,
mines etc.
2. MAIN FEATURES AND
SPECIFICATION
2.1.MAIN FEATURES
Intrinsically safe design
100000 records storage capacity including
peak value
Calibration point adjustable
Adjustable 2-level alarm levels; STEL and
TWA alarm
Audible, visual and vibration alarms
Self-protection design for combustible gas
sensor
Low battery voltage alert function
Data uploading (to PC)
Password management
Self-test when powered on
Self-diagnostic and auto-correction
function.
2.2.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Detection method: Natural diffusion
Detecting gas: See the “Sensor Table” on
page 10
Response time:
oFlammable gas: T90＜30s
oO2, CO, H2S: T90＜30s
Accuracy: ±5% FS (LEL) / ±5ppm (toxic
gas)
Working condition:
oTemperature: -20℃～50℃
oHumidity: ＜95%RH (non-
condensating)
Power source: Lithium battery, DC3.7V
1800mAh
Charging time: ≤ 6 hours
Battery working time: ≥ 8 hours (no
alarming status)
Explosion proof: ExiaⅡCT3
Ingress protection: IP66
Dimension: L*W*H
120mm×68mm×30mm
Weight: About 220g
3. STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
3.1.APPEARANCE
1. Alarm indication LED
2. Button
3. Sensor ports
4. Display
5. Buzzer
6. Calibration cover fastener hole
7. Hand strap
8. Alligator clip
9. Label
10. Charging/ Communication port

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3.2.DISPLAY INFORMATION
①Battery charge
②Sound
③Vibration
④Alarm
⑤TWA alarm
⑥High alarm
⑦STEL alarm
⑧Low alarm
⑨Gas name
⑩Unit of measurement
⑪Gas concentration
3.3.BUTTON FUNCTION
Power on: Hold for 1 second and then
release
Power off: Hold for 3 seconds until the
screen is off
Enable backlight: Press it once
Mute and cancel vibration: During
alarming status, press once
Check device status: While powered on,
backlight on and detection mode is active.
Press once and the screen will show the
device status including max value, min.
value, STEL value, TWA value, current
time, serial number and version number.
Calibration: After the device has entered
detection mode hold the button for more
than 20 seconds. The screen will then turn
off and then back on. When the screen
shows calibration mode release the button.
Note: The initial alarming method is buzzer +
flasher + vibrator. If the user needs to set the
alarming method install the PC software and
modify the setting there.
4. OPERATION INSTRUCTION
4.1.POWER ON
When the device is powered off hold the
button for 1 second and then release it. The
buzzer will sound once and the device then
powers on. The screen will cycle the below.
1. Full digit display, background light self-
test.
2. Time display, buzzer self-test
3. Version display, vibration self-test
4. High alarm value display, red light self-
test

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5. Low alarm value display, yellow light self-
test
6. STEL alarm display, green light self-test
7. TWA alarm display
8. Count down
After the start up self-test has completed the
device then enters into detection mode. The
screen will show the concentration value of
the target gases.
Note: The device is set to auto zero calibration
after power on. It is necessary to power on the
device in an environment with “clean air”.
Otherwise an unreliable “zero” will be
obtained. This can lead to serious injury or
death. We assume no responsibility for the
failure to follow these guidelines.
4.2.POWER OFF
While in detection mode hold the button for 3
seconds. Buzzer does a long beep 3 times and
short beep twice. Then the device is powered
off.
4.3.ALARM
When the gas concentration in the air reaches
or exceeds the preset alarm levels the alarms
will trigger audible, visual and vibrate signals.
If the user cannot quickly exit this
environment quickly the audible and vibrate
alarms can be suspended by pressing the
button.
If the target toxic gas concentration reaches or
exceeds the preset value, the device will also
give STEL and TWA alert signals.
The instrument also has sensor fault alerts and
low voltage alerts. The screen will show the
relative alert indication.
Note: Verify that the STEL alert, TWA alert,
sensor fault alert and low voltage alert are
enabled before using.

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4.4.DEVICE STATUS
In detection mode press the button once and
the screen will show the device status
including max value, min. value, STEL value,
TWA value, current time, serial number and
version number.
4.5.CALIBRATION
1. Gas input
2. Calibration cover
3. Fastener
With the device is in detection mode hold the
button for more than 20 seconds. The screen
will then turn off and then back on. When the
screen shows calibration mode release the
button.
The below screen will be displayed:
1. Entering the calibration interface
2. Sensors warming up
3. Zero calibration
Ensure the instrument is in “fresh air”
4. Gas input
The screen will display calibration gas
concentrations. After applying the standard
gas, the detector will start to analyze.
5. Auto calibration
6. Calibration pass/fail

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7. Calibration completion
If you are going to calibrate more than one
type gas repeat the process. Mixed gases can
also be used to calibrate all the gases together
and then complete calibration in one cycle.
4.6.BUMP TEST
In order to make sure the IX616 is working
correctly it is suggested to do a “bump test”
before every use.
Test method: With the device is powered on
expose it to the target gas or standard gas
environment with high a concentration that is
beyond the high alarm level. If the device
reacts correctly and the reading is accurate
then the detector may be used in the field.
If the reading is beyond the regular error
ranges recalibrate the device. See section 4.5.
If the device does not respond or display is
faulty (error) contact IMR.
5. DATA COMMUNICATION
The PC software can be used to configure the
detectors settings and download sample data
to a computer for analysis.
Use the provided USB/Charging cable to
connect the device to a PC. After the device is
connected run the PC software.
Warning: DO NOT connect the device with a
computer in the detection site. The connection
or disconnection of the cable may cause sparks
which may lead to fire or explosion.
6. CHARGING
When the device cannot be powered on
because of low battery then the device should
be charged with the provided charger. Connect
it to an AC100~240V power source. The
device will automatically power on and begin
charging. The screen will show the charging
icon. When the icon shows the battery is full
disconnect the device from AC power. The
device will then work normally again.
Warning:
1. When charging the device while powered
off. It cannot be powered on and used to
detect.
2. It is hazardous to charge the device on site.
Doing so may cause fire or explosion.
3. Charging the device while powered off is
the fastest and most efficient method.
Note: Charge the device once every 3 months
if the device is not in regular use.
Avoid charging the device in an environment
with a temperature below 0℃ as this might
damage the battery.
7. SENSOR’S USE AND REPLACEMENT
The device uses modular sensors. Keep in
mind the age of the sensor modules. When the
sensor module is 3-5 years old replace it with
new one.
In order to guarantee accuracy it is suggested
to re-calibrate the sensor modules at least once
every 6 months.
Please ask IMR about sensor replacement.
After installing the new sensor module into the
device calibrate the new sensor before
returning the device to the field.

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8. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
Issue
Potential Cause
Solution
Unable to
power on
Low battery
Charge for
the
recommended
duration
Unresponsive
Contact IMR
Circuit fault
Contact IMR
No
response
to gas
Warming up
Wait for
completion
Circuit fault
Contact IMR
Testing
reading
incorrect
Sensor overdue
for replacement
Contact IMR
Calibration out
of date
Calibrate the
sensor
Incorrect
time
Battery depleted
Charge the
device and set
the time
Electromagnetic
interference
Reset the
time
Gas value
displayed
is
negative
value
Sensor drift
Make zero
calibration
Sensor
fault
displayed
on the
screen
Sensor fault
Contact IMR
9. USAGE NOTICE
Avoid intense dropping or shocking.
If using in high concentration gas
environments the device will not work
normally.
Strictly follow this manual while using the
device. Failure to do so will cause
incorrect detection result or damage the
device.
It is forbidden to use and store the device
in corrosive environments (high
concentrations of CL2) or harsh
environments (exceedingly high or low
temperature, high humidity,
electromagnetic field, intense sunlight etc.)
After prolonged use if the device is dusty
use a clean soft cloth to clean it. Otherwise
the surface may become scratched or
damaged.
In order assure detection accuracy the re-
calibration period is every 6 months and
cannot be more than 1 year.
Do not discard the battery in the standard
trash. Please follow all local regulatory
and environment regulations pertaining to
lithium battery disposal.
For any usage or trouble shooting not
covered in this manual contact IMR.
Disassembly, modification and repair of
the device should be carried out by
authorized personnel only.
It is dangerous to charge the device or
upload data to a PC in hazardous
environments.

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SENSOR TABLE
Gas
Detection
Range
Preset
Low Alarm
Preset
High Alarm
TWA
STEL
O2
0-30%vol
19.5%vol
23.5%vol
／
／
H2S
0-100ppm
10ppml
15ppml
10ppml
15ppml
CO
0-1000ppm
35ppml
200ppml
35ppml
200ppml
LEL
0-100%LEL
20%LEL
50%LEL
／
／

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10.WARRANTY
IMR Environmental Equipment, Inc. states the following:
IMR‚ as manufacturer hereby grants the following worldwide IMR warranty for an IMR analyzer
purchased from an authorized dealer.
1. The IMR warranty shall entitle every IMR customer to demand a free replacement or repair of
the defective parts from any IMR dealer authorized for the respective IMR unit.
2. The IMR warranty shall be granted on the factory new unit and shall commence on the date of
the delivery of the original IMR unit to the customer.
3. The IMR warranty shall refer to absence of faults with respect to the state of the art nature of the
sold unit in terms of material and finish. The warranty for all parts fitted during the twelve-month
warranty period shall end with the unit warranty.
4. After the establishment of a material or production fault by IMR or the authorized IMR dealer,
the faults will be eliminated by means of free repair or replacement. Replaced parts shall become
the property of IMR.
5. No warranty claims may be made for maintenance and setting work, cleaning or other utility
materials required for the function of the unit and other wear parts unless they have a direct
bearing on work performed under the warranty.
6. The terms and conditions for the acknowledgement of this warranty shall be the presentation of
the fully completed warranty card, which must contain the confirmation from the authorized IMR
dealer on its delivery and, if applicable, the prescribed maintenance work.
7. The IMR warranty shall only be applicable if
7.1. The analyzer has been maintained in accordance with the instructions issued by the
manufacturers and the operating instructions by an authorized IMR dealer.
7.2. Only original IMR spare parts have been used for any repairs.
7.3. The unit has been used properly, the operating instructions observed and the unit has not
been used for a purpose other than the one for which it has been designed.
7.4. The IMR unit has been left in its original design and meets the original IMR specifications.
7.5. The fault is not due to external influences or use for a purpose other than the one for which it
has been designed.
7.6. Exclusively authorized IMR dealers have made repairs to the IMR unit.
7.7. The IMR unit has been sent to an authorized IMR dealer immediately after the fault was
discovered.
8. Warranty time for the analyzer, including electrochemical sensors is 12 months.

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11.CONTACT INFORMATION
Environmental Equipment, Inc.
3632 Central Ave.
St. Petersburg, FL 33711
USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
1800#: 1-800/746-4467
Internet: www.imrusa.com
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