MSA ALTAIR io DOCK User manual

User Instructions
ALTAIR io DOCK
Automated Gas Test System
Order No.:10220657/00
Print Spec: 10000005389 (EO)
CR: 800000052332
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WARNING!
Read this manual carefully before using or maintaining the device. The device will perform as designed only if it is used and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Otherwise, it could fail to perform as designed, and persons
who rely on this device could sustain serious injury or death.
The warranties made by MSA with respect to the product are voided if the product is not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions in this manual. Please protect yourself and your employees by following the instructions.
Please read and observe the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS inside. For additional information relative to use or repair, call
1-800-MSA-2222 during regular working hours.
For countries of Russian Federation, Republic of Kazakhstan and Republic of Belarus, the gas detector will be delivered
with a passport document that includes valid approval information. On the CD with manual instruction attached to the gas
detector the user will find the documents "Type Description" and "Test Method" - appendixes to Pattern Approval Certificate
of Measuring instrument, valid in the countries of use.
The Declaration of Conformity can be found under the following link: https://MSAsafety.com/DoC.
MSA is a registered trademark of MSA Technology, LLC in the US, Europe and other Countries. For all other trademarks
visit https://us.msasafety.com/Trademarks.
This product incorporates Bluetooth® wireless technology. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by MSA is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment.
English:
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
French:
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Son
fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et
(2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement
indésirable.

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Contents
1 Safety Notices 5
1.1 General 5
1.2 FCCWarning Statement 5
1.3 Industry Canada (IC)Warning Statements 5
1.4 Liability 5
2 Welcome to the ALTAIR io DOCK 7
2.1 ALTAIRio 4 Introduction 7
2.2 Grid Introduction 7
3 Getting Started 8
3.1 General Overview 8
3.2 In the Box 8
3.3 Bank Overview 10
3.4 Installation 10
3.5 Commissioning 25
3.6 Basic Operation 25
4 Features 31
4.1 Connection to Grid 31
4.2 Test Modes 31
4.3 Configuration 31
4.4 Bank Status 31
4.5 Automatic Gas Cylinder Recognition 32
4.6 Gas Cylinder Manual Configuration 33
5 Device Care 34
5.1 Maintenance 34
5.2 Troubleshooting 37
6 Learn More 40
6.1 Disposal and Recycling 40
6.2 Replacement Parts 40
6.3 Warranty 40
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1 Safety Notices
1.1 General
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction user guide, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTICE
This is a class A product in accordance with CISPR 22. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
1.2 FCCWarning Statement
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
1.3 Industry Canada (IC)Warning Statements
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in
excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada's website
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
1.4 Liability
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the device has been misused, used inappropriately or not used as intended. MSA
accepts no liability in cases where damage or injury is caused by wear and tear, neglect or failure to carry out inspection and
maintenance procedures. The selection and use of the device are the exclusive responsibility of the employer and/or
individual operator. Warranties and guarantees made by MSA with respect to the device are voided, if it is not used,
serviced or maintained in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
1.4.1 Before You Start
Before getting started with the ALTAIR io DOCK, there are several things to know.
The ALTAIRio DOCK is not compatible with the GALAXY® GX2 Automated Test System.
WARNING!
• Do NOT drop the gas cylinder or attempt to remove the gas cylinder valve. An unsecured gas cylinder can become an
airborne projectile under its own pressure.
• Use, inspect and maintain gas cylinders in accordance with the gas cylinder manufacturer's instructions, including all
warnings and cautions.
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• Do not use silicone-type lubricants in assembling the ALTAIR io DOCK and do not allow silicone vapors to be drawn
into the flow system while in operation. Silicone can desensitize the combustible gas sensor, thereby giving
erroneously low readings.
• Use the ALTAIR io DOCK only in non-hazardous environments free of toxic gases and combustible concentrations of
gases and vapors.
• Remove the gas cylinder from service if it shows signs of damage.
• Use only genuine MSA replacement parts when performing any maintenance procedures on the ALTAIR io DOCK.
Substitution of components can seriously impair performance.
• Refer to the applicable gas device(s) user guide for proper set-up and operation. Follow all local regulations and
internal requirements relating to both the ALTAIR io DOCK and the ALTAIR io device with which it is used.
• Using an incorrect span value can seriously impair the ALTAIR io device's ability to warn the user of dangerous
conditions. The gas device could fail to perform as designed and the persons who rely on this product for their safety
could sustain severe personal injury or loss of life.
• Using an incorrect alarm setting can seriously impair the gas detector's ability to warn the user of dangerous
conditions. Extreme caution must be used when changing alarm levels. Ensure alarm changes are properly set prior
to instrument use.
• Proper setup of non-RFID tagged gas cylinders is critical. Accurate calibration may not occur if improper cylinder
values are entered. The user must also confirm the cylinder gas concentration is compatible with the respective
devices that are to be calibrated. If improper cylinder values are entered, the gas device could fail to perform as
designed and persons who rely on this product for their safety could sustain severe personal injury or loss of life.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in serious personal injury or death.
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2 Welcome to the ALTAIR io DOCK
The ALTAIR io DOCK is a rugged automated test system that simplifies bump testing and calibration via its plug & play
design. It’s modular, so you can create one bank that includes up to 10 test stands and 3 gas cylinder holders. This system
is used exclusively with the ALTAIR io family of devices.
Simply place the ALTAIR io device into the cradle and let the automated test system do the work. It tells the ALTAIRio
DOCK which test it needs to run and starts it automatically. Once complete, the ALTAIR io DOCK indicates the test results,
allowing the user to interpret the results. The ALTAIR io DOCK also leverages the ALTAIR io devices' cellular connection to
communicate test results and ALTAIR io DOCK status to your Grid account.
2.1 ALTAIRio 4 Introduction
The ALTAIR io 4 is a Gas Detection Wearable device, and it integrates enhanced safety features to help protect the user.
When used by trained and qualified personnel, it can be configured to include up to three sensors, which can detect up to
four gases including:
○ Combustible gases and certain combustible vapors
○ Oxygen-deficient and oxygen enriched atmospheres
○ Toxic gases
2.2 Grid Introduction
Grid is a cloud-based industrial safety software platform. Every ALTAIR io DOCK can be added to your Grid account. By
doing so, you’re able to manage your ALTAIR io DOCK and access Grid services such as real-time bank status, calibration
gas replenishment, and calibration gas expiration notices.
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3 Getting Started
3.1 General Overview
3.1.1 Grid Mobile App
The Dock was designed to be deeply integrated with your Grid account which can be accessed through a browser, or the
Google Play / Apple App Store mobile apps. Through the Grid mobile app, you can intuitively commission and configure the
Dock to register and add it to your account.
The ALTAIR io DOCK is modular in design and comprised of Test Stands and Cylinder Holders, which connect to create a
Bank.
3.1.2 Test Stand
Each Test Stand can accommodate a single device at a time, and up to 10 test stands can be in a single bank. The primary
function of the Test Stand is to conduct bump tests and calibrations.
3.1.3 Cylinder Holder
Each Cylinder Holder can accommodate a single gas cylinder, and up to three Cylinder Holders can be in a single Bank.
Every Cylinder Holder is equipped with an RFIDreader that works with MSA calibration gas containing an RFID tag. This
completely automates cylinder recognition and ensures that gas expiration has not been reached. Alternatively, non-MSA
gas can be purchased without RFID tags, but these gas cylinders require additional manual setup.
3.1.4 Bank
A bank is created through the connection of Cylinder Holders and Test Stands. Up to three Cylinder Holders and up to ten
Test Stands can be used in a single Bank. Test Stand(s) must be assembled sequentially to the right of the first stand.
Cylinder Holder(s) must be installed to the left of the first Test Stand.
WARNING!
When configuring names for multiple Banks, a unique name for each Bank is required. Duplicate Bank names can cause
inadvertent cylinder configurations or calibration modes on the incorrect Bank, resulting in incorrect calibration and
erroneous gas detector readings.
Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death.
3.2 In the Box
Test Stand
• Quick Start Guide
• Test Stand (including barbed gas plugs, barbed connectors, and fresh air filter)
• Power Supply
• Power Cord Kit (USA, EU, Australia, and UK plug heads)
• Spare Parts Kit (gas tubing barbs and plugs)
○ 1 - Bag with label (holds contents)
○ 4 - Adhesive Bumpers for Base
○ 5 - Plugs for Banking Interface
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○ 5 - Barbed Connectors for Banking Interface
○ 1 - O-ring for Cylinder Holder
○ 3 - Banking Screws
• Ethernet Cable (short cable for connection between Test Stands)
Cylinder Holder
• Quick Start Guide
• Cylinder Holder
Power Supply
The Test Stand supplies power to the attached Cylinder Holders. The Test Stands are powered individually by one of the
following methods:
• Power Module: 100 - 240 VAC
• Input power requirements: 47 - 63 Hz
Several different prong types are available for world-wide AC sockets.
NOTICE
Use of a power supply not specified by MSA will void the device warranty and could cause damage to the Dock.
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3.3 Bank Overview
A Cylinder Holder 04 Tap to Pair Location
B Test Stand 05 Eject Button
01 Cylinder Holder Light Shield 06 Test Stand Light Shield
02 BarbedConnectors 07 Ethernet Ports
03 Test Stand Display 08 Power Cable Port
3.4 Installation
Up to ten Test Stands and three Cylinder Holders canbe installed in a Dock bank. Test Stands must be assembled
sequentially to the right of the first stand. Cylinder Holder(s) must be installed to the left of the firstTest Stand.
Tools Needed:
• Phillps head (cross-head)screwdriver
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1. On the left-hand side of the first
Test Stand, ensure all four barb
fittings are in place and
straightened before connecting a
Cylinder Holder.
2. Remove the three supplied screws from the left side flange of the Test Stand and set aside for future use.
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3. With the first Cylinder Holder on the
left and the first Test Stand on the
right, align the barbed connectors
and fittings, and firmly push the two
units together until the screw holes
in the flange align.
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4. Insert one of the supplied screws
into the front and two screws into
the back of the flange.
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5. If connecting more than one Test
Stand, remove the 5-port plug from
the right side your last banked test
stand.
6. Add the next Test Stand by removing the screws, and then firmly pushing the unit together on the right side of the
bank.
7. Repeat Step 3 through Step 5 for each additional test stand.
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8. If connecting more than one
Cylinder Holder, remove the
supplied screws from the left side
of the most recently installed
Cylinder Holder. Set them aside for
future use.
9. Add the next Cylinder Holder by
aligning the barbed connectors and
fittings and firmly pushing the unit
together from the left side of the
bank.
10.Screw the Cylinder Holders
together using the supplied screws.
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11.Insert the short Ethernet cable into
the left side jack of each Test Stand
and connect it to the right side jack
of the neighboring unit to its left.
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12.Remove the top barbed connector
from the left most cylinder holder.
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13.Install the Fresh Air Filter into the
top port of the left most Cylinder
Holder.
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14.Ensure the green five-port plug is
inserted on the right side of the
rightmost test stand.
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15.Insert the power jack into the power
source for each Test Stand.
16.The Test Stand display should go through its power-on sequence, and the Cylinder Holder light band and the Test
Stand light shield should illuminate. If this does not occur, firmly push the units together to ensure connectors are
fully sealed.
17.Place the Dock on a flat, stable surface or wall mount it using the directions in this user guide.
When connecting two or more Test Stands, ensure the green five-port plug is secured on the right side of the
farthest right unit to prevent gas leakage. Failure to do so may result in system malfunction.
The Cylinder Holder light band should illuminate once the power supply is connected to power. If illumination does
not occur, firmly push the units together to ensure the connectors are fully seated.
When installing the Dock, please consider the environmental needs of your facility. If the customer desires, the
Dock can be used in a ventilated area to assist in disbursing the test gas exhaust.
Failure to install some or all of the necessary screws can cause gas leakage, failed calibration, communication
errors, light shield errors, and display errors.
3.4.1 Wall Mounting
When wall mounting the Bank, MSA recommends performing Steps 1-6 from Installation prior to installing on the DIN Rail.
For a large configuration of Test Stands and Cylinder Holders, MSA recommends multiple people be used for installing or
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