MSA altair 5 User manual
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Operating Manual
ALTAIR 5 – Multi Gas Detector
ALTAIR 5IR – Multi Gas Detector
Manufactured by
MSA
P.O. Box 427, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15230, USA
WARNING
Read this manual carefully before using the instrument. The instrument
will perform as designed only if it is used and maintained in accordance
with the manufacturer's instruction. Otherwise, it could fail to perform as
designed and persons who rely on this instrument for their safety could
sustain serious personal injury or death.
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Contents
1. Instrument Safety..................................................................................... 5
1.1. Correct Use ..................................................................................... 5
1.2. Safety and Precautionary Measures to be Adopted ........................ 6
1.3. Warranty.......................................................................................... 9
2. Description.............................................................................................. 10
2.1. Instrument Overview ..................................................................... 10
2.2. Device Hardware Interfaces .......................................................... 11
2.3. On-Screen Indicators .................................................................... 13
2.4. Viewing Optional Displays............................................................. 17
2.5. Sensor Missing Alarm ................................................................... 20
2.6. Monitoring Toxic Gases................................................................. 21
2.7. Monitoring the Oxygen Concentration ........................................... 22
2.8. Monitoring Combustible Gases ..................................................... 23
3. Operation................................................................................................. 24
3.1. Environmental Factors .................................................................. 24
3.2. Turning ON and Fresh Air Setup................................................... 25
3.3. Measurement Mode (Normal Operation)....................................... 28
3.4. Instrument Setup........................................................................... 29
3.5. Data Logging................................................................................. 37
3.6. Function Tests on the Instrument.................................................. 37
3.7. Safe LED....................................................................................... 37
3.8. Calibration Check.......................................................................... 38
3.9. Calibration ..................................................................................... 39
3.10. Instrument Shutdown .................................................................... 42
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4. Maintenance............................................................................................ 43
4.1. Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 44
4.2. Verifying Pump Operation ............................................................. 45
4.3. Replacing the Battery.................................................................... 46
4.4. Live Maintenance Procedure - Replacing or Adding a Sensor...... 47
4.5. Replacing the Filter (for instruments with integral pump) .............. 49
4.6. Cleaning the Instrument ................................................................ 49
4.7. Storage.......................................................................................... 49
4.8. Shipment....................................................................................... 49
5. Technical Specifications/Certifications................................................ 50
5.1. Technical Specifications................................................................ 50
5.2. Factory-set Alarm thresholds ........................................................ 51
5.3. IR sensors..................................................................................... 52
5.4. Certifications ................................................................................. 54
5.5. Performance Specification ............................................................ 55
6. Order Information................................................................................... 57
7. Appendix – Flow Charts......................................................................... 62
7.1. Start Up Sequence (Power ON).................................................... 62
7.2. Normal Operation.......................................................................... 63
7.3. Options from Main Page................................................................ 64
7.4. Password Protected Options......................................................... 65
7.5. Menu Sequence from Main page .................................................. 66
7.6. Calibration Sequence.................................................................... 68
7.7. Calibration Options........................................................................ 69
7.8. Alarm Options ............................................................................... 70
7.9. Instrument Options........................................................................ 72
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MSA INSTRUMENT SAFETY
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1. Instrument Safety
1.1. Correct Use
The ALTAIR 5 and ALTAIR 5 IR Multigas Detectors are for use by trained
and qualified personnel. They are designed to be used when performing a
hazard assessment to:
•Assess potential worker exposure to combustible and toxic gases
and vapors as well as low level of oxygen.
•Determine the appropriate gas and vapor monitoring needed for
a workplace.
The ALTAIR 5 and ALTAIR 5 IR Multigas Detectors can be equipped to
detect:
•Combustible gases and certain combustible vapors
•Oxygen-deficient or oxygen-rich atmospheres
•Specific toxic gases for which a sensor is installed.
While the instrument can detect up to 25 % oxygen in ambient air, it is
approved for use only up to 21 % oxygen.
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