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1. QRAE 3 V2 02 ARK 3 Model PGM 2500 SN M02A000188 _ Pump Information Site ID and User ID 9 User Mode i Language BY PS Password Access Zero At Start Comfort Beep Policy Enforcement K Wireless Datalog Option Data Selection x Log Mode Gd Log Interval seconds oe Gas Information Gas Library Information Custom Gas List Sensor Information 5 Sensor Summary Sensor Alarm Sensor Span of Sensor Bump Test IT Sensor Calibration m Multi calibration Sensor to Log i g Sensor Maintenance COM3 115200bps Sensor Maintenance Set sensor s parameter after a new sensor is installed or replaced 00012087874 Administrator If you do not input all 10 digits of the sensor S N you will be alerted by red highlighting on the serial number text ProRAE Studio I Untitled File Operation Help whe ARK La Datalog fe Reports lt Firmware xX Tool QRAE 3 2 02 arse 3 Model PGM 2500 SN M024000188 Pump Information 98 Site ID and User ID fi User Mode i ee Language i Password Access i Comfort Beep QQ Policy Enforcement Wireless Datalog Option Data Selection Log Mode SF Log Interval seconds em Gas Information E Gas Library Information ia Custom Gas List
2. Upload all settingsto the instrument 2 When you see this confirmation Click Yes x 2 Do you want to upload all configurations to the instrument Uploading will take a few seconds and this progress bar is shown 31 QRAE 3 User s Guide x Uploading Time Elapsed 2 oe 18 When the upload is done exit ProRAE Studio II 19 Press MODE on the QRAE 3 to exit Communication Mode 10 Calibration And Testing 10 1 Manual Alarms Test Under Normal Operation Mode and non alarm conditions the buzzer audible alarm vibration visible alarms and backlight can all be tested anytime by pressing Y If any alarm does not respond check the alarm settings in the Programming Menu to make sure all alarms are enabled selected setting under Programming Alarms Alarm Settings should be All Enabled If any alarms are enabled but not functional the instrument should not be used 10 2 Bump Testing And Calibration RAE Systems recommends that a bump test be conducted periodically on the QRAE 3 The purpose of a bump test is to ensure that the instrument s sensors respond to gas and all the alarms are enabled and functional e The QRAE 3 multi gas detector must be calibrated if it does not pass a bump test or at least once every 180 days depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants e Calibration intervals and bump test procedures may vary due to national legisla
3. 8 3 2 4 Single Bump You can perform a separate bump test on each individual sensor The active sensors names are shown in a list Press MODE to highlight the sensor you want to bump test and then press Y to select it 19 QRAE 3 User s Guide When the Apply Gas screen is shown connect the calibration gas to the instrument and start the bump test by pressing Y If you do not want to perform a single bump test press MODE to quit Note You can abort a bump test by pressing MODE once testing has started When the Multi Bump test is done a screen 15 shown with the sensor names and either Pass or Fail shown next to them 8 3 2 5 Single Zero This allows you to perform zero fresh air calibration on individual sensors The instrument should be zero calibrated in clean ambient air with 20 9 oxygen A zero calibration should precede a span calibration The active sensors names are shown in a list Press MODE to highlight the sensor you want to zero calibrate and then press Y to select it When the Zero Calibration screen is shown with the sensor name and its measurement unit start the zero calibration by pressing Y If you do not want to perform a calibration press MODE to quit Note You can abort a zero calibration by pressing MODE once testing has started When the zero calibration is done the Calibration Results screen is shown with either Pass or Fail show
4. In Basic User Mode some restrictions are applied including password protection that guards against entering Programming Mode by unauthorized personnel 7 2 Advanced User Mode In Advanced User Mode there are no access restrictions you do not need a password and the QRAE 3 provides the indications and data you need most for typical monitoring applications 14 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 Programming The menu in Programming Mode is to adjust settings calibrate sensors and initiate communication with a computer It has the following submenus Calibration Measurement Alarms Datalog Monitor Wireless 8 1 Enter Programming In Basic Mode 1 To enter Programming Mode press and hold MODE and Y until you see the Password screen Password Cancel 2 Input the 4 digit password e Increase the number from 0 through 9 by pressing Y e Step from digit to digit using MODE e After inputting the password s four digits advance to OK e Press Y to register the password and enter Programming Mode Otherwise advance to Cancel then press Y If you make a mistake you can cycle through the digits by pressing MODE and then using Y to change the number in each position Note The default password is OOOO Note The password screen only appears when you enter the Programming Mode the first time after turning the instrument on in Basic Mode If you have input the correct password you
5. Lost password Solutions Call Technical Support at 1 408 952 8461 or toll free at 1 888 723 4800 Buzzer LED lights and Reasons Buzzer and or other alarms disabled vibration motor Bad buzzer inoperative Solutions Check under Alarm Settings in Programming Mode that buzzer and or other alarms are not turned off Call authorized service center Pump failed message Reasons Inlet probe blocked Direct connection to a Pump alarm gas outlet while the gas value is turned off External filter sucks in water External filter too dirty Water condensed along the inlet probe Bad pump or pump circuit Solutions Remove the blocking objects and then press Y key to reset the pump alarm Replace contaminated external filter Be careful not to allow water condensation inside the unit Replace the pump If you need replacement parts please contact an authorized RAE Systems distributor 15 Diagnostic Mode In Diagnostic Mode the QRAE 3 provides raw counts for sensor battery and other readings as well as a list of installed sensors and information about them expiration date serial number etc Most of these screens are useful only to service technicians A few allow access for changing settings The QRAE 3 s Diagnostic Mode can only be accessed at startup time In Diagnostic Mode QRAE 3 displays readings in raw counts instead of units such as parts per million ppm 15 1 Entering Diagnostic Mode 1 With the QRA
6. Note Before attaching the QRAE 3 to its Travel Charger visually inspect the contacts to make sure they are clean If they are not wipe them with a soft dry cloth Do not use solvents or cleaners WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres recharge remove or replace the battery only in an area known to be non hazardous Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries from different manufacturers Catch the lip of the Travel Tilt the Travel Click the latch Charger on the front of the Charger up into place QRAE 3 Next put the plug from the power supply into the jack on the side of the Travel Charger Note For ATEX IECEx applications plug the cord from the Barrier Box P N M02 301 1 000 into the Travel Charger and then plug the power adapter into the Barrier Box Barrier Box From Power Supply RQ Non ATEX IECEx Power supply plugged ATEX IECEx Barrier Box Between power directly into Travel Charger supply and Travel Charger Plug the other end of the charger into a power source AC outlet or 12VDC mobile power port depending on the model When power is applied and the QRAE 3 s battery is charging the LED glows red The LED glows green when the battery is fully charged 10 QRAE 3 User s Guide 5 1 Replacing The Battery To replace the QRAE 3 battery 1 Remove the two screws that hold the battery compartment cover in place Note It is not necessary to remove the belt cl
7. co ogm 00 3 1 3 Keys amp Interface The QRAE 3 has two keys MODE Y In addition to their labeled functions the keys labeled MODE and Y act as soft keys that control different parameters and make different selections within the instrument s menus From menu to menu each key controls a different parameter or makes a different selection Two panes along the bottom of the display are mapped to the keys These change as menus change but at all times the left pane corresponds to the MODE key and the right pane corresponds to the Y key Here are examples that show the relationships of the keys and functions In addition to the functions described above either key can be used to manually activate display backlighting Press a key when the backlighting 15 off to turn it on 3 2 Screen Display For Various Numbers Of Active Sensors The QRAE 3 family of instruments can accommodate from one to four sensors In order to maximize readability and the amount of information shown the display is automatically reconfigured according to the number and types of sensors in the QRAE 3 Till amp V Ans amp V aus Yil amp V aus 0 ORS 00 0 mae 80209 One sensor Two sensors Three sensors Four sensors QRAE 3 User s Guide 3 3 Menus The reading menus are easy to step through by pressing the MODE and Y key Screen f Battery Type Date T
8. Auto Reset When the alarm condition is no longer present the alarm stops and resets itself Latch The latched setting only controls alarms for High Alarm Low Alarm STEL Alarm and TWA alarm When an alarm 15 11 latched mode the alarm signal remains on even when the alarm condition is no longer present Press Y to acknowledge and reset alarm signals 8 3 3 7 Alarm Settings You can enable disable any combination of light LEDs buzzer and vibration alarms Settings All Enabled Light Vibration Buzzer Buzzer amp Light Buzzer amp Vibration Vibration amp Light All Disabled 8 3 3 8 Comfort Beep A Comfort Beep is a single beep of the audible alarm at 60 second intervals that reminds the person using the QRAE 3 that it is functioning It can be turned on or off 8 3 3 9 Man Down Alarm The Man Down Alarm 15 a critical and potentially lifesaving safety feature of every QRAE 3 The Man Down Alarm is based on the premise that if the instrument is motionless when it is not supposed to be something wrong may be happening to its user If that 15 the case the QRAE 3 not only goes into alarm locally on the instrument but also remotely over the RAE Systems Dedicated Wireless Network to notify people in the vicinity as well as remote safety officers at a command center that a person is down so that help can be dispatched quickly Note Remote notification requires wireless connection to a network Whenev
9. For Sales amp Service Contact geotech 2650 E 40th Ave e Denver CO 80205 Phone 303 320 4764 Fax 303 322 7242 1 800 833 7958 www geotechenv com QRAE 3 Wireless Personal Four Gas Monitors Rev gt MEMEA ee P N MO2 4001 000 Product Registration Register your product online by visiting http www raesystems com support product registration By registering your product you can e Receive notification of product upgrades or enhancements e Be alerted to Training classes in your area e Take advantage of RAE Systems special offers and promotions 2015 RAE Systems by Honeywell QRAE 3 User s Guide Contents AIC COMI CING gt 2 General INTOPMALON sp E E EE E E EE 6 Des NISC E A EA oat pom A E A AE E A E E E E 7 Delia DIA OV 2 0 7 JLi Status Indicator ICOS R EEEO ERS 7 ika EDT E 8 Eo AG Ore aer E E E a E esas 8 3 2 Screen Display For Various Numbers Of Active Sensors 8 T MC ers serso es eetc inte E E E E ennseiaucseneneecnnie ese 9 4 Wireless Control And 0 5 9 S E D PE A A A E E A E E E E
10. 5 Pin to LED S USB cable Power Indicator Downloading Datalogs And Performing PC Based Instrument Configuration and Firmware Upgrades The QRAE 3 communicates with a PC running ProRAE Studio II Instrument Configuration and Data Management software to download datalogs configure the instrument or upload new firmware The QRAE 3 must be connected to a PC through the supplied Travel Charger and must be in the PC communications mode l 2 Use the supplied PC Communications Cable USB to mini USB cable to connect the Travel Charger to a PC Turn on the QRAE 3 Make sure it is running with the main measurement screen showing Activate the PC communications mode on the QRAE 3 by pressing MODE repeatedly starting from the main measurement screen until you reach the Enter Communications Mode screen Press Y Measurement and datalogging stop and the instrument is now ready to communicate with the PC The display now says Ready To Communicate With PC Or AutoRAE2 Start up the ProRAE Studio II software enter a password and detect the instrument following the directions provided in the ProRAE Studio II User s Manual Follow the instructions in the ProRAE Studio II User s Manual to download the datalog configure the instrument settings or update the QRAE 3 s firmware When you are done press MODE to exit the PC communications mode on the QRAE 3 After upgrading the QRAE 3 s firmware the instrument
11. Buzzer Mode Buzzer Frequency Pump High Pump Low Battery RTC real time clock Lights Vibrator Temperature LCD Contrast LCD Test Position Sensor Run Time Communication Enter communication mode with computer Datalogging And Measurement Will Pause 50 QRAE 3 User s Guide 16 Specifications Instrument Specifications Diffusion 5 5 x 3 2 x 1 5 140 mm x 82 mm x 42 mm Pumped 5 7 x 3 2 x 1 7 145 mm x 82 mm x 42 mm Diffusion 12 9 07 365 g with Li ion battery and clip Pumped 14 5 oz 410 g with Li ion battery clip and external filter Four field replaceable sensors including electrochemicals for toxics and oxygen combustible LEL Battery Options Rechargeable Li ion 14 hours continuous without wireless and no alarms in diffusion mode 11 hours continuous without wireless and no alarm in pumped mode 10 hours with wireless and no alarm in diffusion mode 8 hours continuous with wireless and no alarm in pumped model Note All battery specifications at 20 C lower temperatures will affect runtime Display e Monochrome graphic display 128 x 80 e Display size 40 mm x 27 mm with backlighting activated automatically in dim ambient lighting conditions when monitor is in alarm or with a key press e Automatic screen flipping Display e Real time reading of gas concentrations battery status pump status if equipped Readout with pump datalogging on off wireless on off and wire
12. indicates the manufacturing year is 2012 Other alphabetical letters may be used after 2019 P 212 Q 201 R 2014 Combustible LEL Sensor Performance Specifications Range 0 to 100 LEL Resolution 1 Response Time Too lt 30 sec Caution e Refer to RAE Systems Technical Note TN 114 for LEL sensor cross sensitivities e Refer to RAE Systems Technical Note TN 144 for LEL sensor poisoning 59 QRAE 3 User s Guide Turning the PGM 25XX D On With the instrument turned off press and hold the MODE key for 3 seconds and then release The startup process begins The instrument performs a set of self tests while displaying information about instrument s settings configuration due dates for calibration and bump tests etc When the startup completes the PGM 25XX D displays its normal measurement screen with instantaneous readings and other information in a fashion similar to what is shown in the illustration below depending on the sensors installed amp Vv ALE OR 0 0 ppm nae eLEL p gt Turning the PGM 25XX D Off Press and hold MODE A 5 second countdown to shutoff begins You must hold your finger on the key for the entire shutoff process Alarm Signals The instrument 15 equipped with audible visible and vibration alarms During its normal operation the PGM 25XX D compares gas concentrations to the programmed alarm limits for Low High TWA
13. 20 50 DE LA PLEINE ECHELLE LA PRECISION DOIT ETRE COMPRISE ENTRE 0 20 DE LA VALEUR VRAIE ET PEUT ETRE CORRIGEE PARUNE PROCEDURE D ETALONNAGE CAUTION HIGH OFF SCALE READINGS MAY INDICATE AN EXPLOSIVE CONCENTRATION ATTENTION DES LECTURES SUPERIEURES A L ECHELLE PEUVENT INDIQUER DES CONCENTRATIONS EXPLOSIVES 56 QRAE 3 User s Guide PGM 25XX D Marking The QRAE 3 PGM 25XX D is certified by IECEx ATEX and CSA for US and Canada as intrinsically safe The PGM 25XX D is certified by IECEx ATEX and CSA for US and Canada as intrinsically safe The PGM 25XX D contains the following marking RAE SYSTEMS 3775 N 1 St San Jose CA 95134 USA PGM 25XX D Type PGM 25XX PGM 25XXD Serial No barcode XX XX XXXX XX IECEx CSA 13 0029X C 0575 II 1G KR SIRA 13 ATEX 2390X 1 28583152 Ex ia IIC T4 Ga CLI Div 1 Grps A B C D T4 Class I Zone 0 AEX Ex 1a IIC T4 C22 2 No 152 M1984 ANSTISA 12 13 01 2000 Intrinsically safe Securite Intrinseque Exia Ambient temperature 20 C lt Tamb lt 50 C Um 20V Battery Packs GO2 3004 000 Li ion rechargeable Warning e Read User s Manual for intrinsic safety precautions e Read and understand Manual before operating 57 QRAE 3 User s Guide Operation Area and Conditions Hazardous Areas Classified by Zones PGM 25XX D 15 intended to be used in hazardous areas classified Zone 0 Zone 1 or Zone 2 within the 14 temperature code range where
14. 3 Pumped MOG CM 00 34 10 4 2 QRAE 3 Diffusion MOS his iesssewesacssauncscesmussassiosascsalenns eanatieawecaneswstansacaosatasnannsi 35 10 4 3 Multi Sensor Span Calibration 36 10 4 4 Single Sensor Span Calibration 30 11 Datalog Transfer Monitor Configuration and Firmware Upgrades Via Computer 37 2 ae MAING 38 Ms AMES CT N 45 OCS OO T T yao race E E A E A N E E 49 a e A E E E 49 ERE S E N A A E E A A 51 17 Controlled Part of the Manual for PGM 25XX D 39 e WE Al E E TE E E TAE E A E 66 19 RAE Systems COMACIS essiri niee E a r E ENE i 66 QRAE 3 User s Guide A warRnines Z This Manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the respon sibility of using maintaining or servicing this product The product will perform as designed only if it is used maintained and serviced in accordance with t
15. Choose Custom Gases or Gas Library by pressing MODE and then press Y to make your selection Up to eight custom gases are in the library Scroll through the choices by pressing Y and then select the custom gas configuration by pressing MODE to highlight it With Save highlighted press Y to save your choice If you choose from the Gas Library press Y to scroll through the list and then press MODE to make your selection With Save highlighted press Y to save your choice Note The Gas Library contains many gases To rapidly scroll through the list press and hold Y 8 3 3 4 Alarms Use this menu to change high low STEL and TWA alarm limits the points at which alarms are triggered It can also change alarm mode latched or automatic reset and alarm output methods combinations of light buzzer and vibration alarm indications 8 3 3 5 Alarm Limits There are four groups of alarm settings that you can adjust for each individual sensor for which a particular alarm type is available Settings e High Alarm e Low Alarm e STEL Alarm e TWA Alarm Note Some alarm settings are not applicable to all sensors If a setting is irrelevant to a sensor in some cases STEL or TWA are not relevant to a sensor then that sensor does not appear in the list for alarm limits 22 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 3 6 Alarm Mode You can program the QRAE 3 so that there are two ways to shut off an alarm
16. D contains the following marking RAE SYSTEMS 3775 N 1 St San Jose CA 95134 USA PGM 25XX D Type PGM 25XX PGM 25XXD Serial No barcode XXXX XXXX XX IECEx CSA 13 0029X 9575 11 10 Q Ex ia IIC T4 Ga SIRA 13 ATEX 2390X 159593159 Ex ia HC T4 Ga CLI Div 1 Grps A B C 14 Class I Zone 0 AEX Ex 1a IIC 14 C22 2 No 152 M1984 ANSI ISA 12 13 01 2000 Intrinsically safe Securite Intrinseque Exia Ambient temperature 20 C lt Tamb lt 50 C Um 20V Battery Packs GO2 3004 000 Li ion rechargeable Warning e Read User s Manual for intrinsic safety precautions e Read and understand Manual before operating QRAE 3 User s Guide Proper Product Disposal At End Of Life The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE directive 2002 96 EC is intended to promote recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and their components at end of life This symbol crossed out wheeled bin indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries This product may contain one or more EE Nickel metal hydride NiMH Lithium ion or Alkaline batteries Specific battery information is given in this user guide Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly e r gt A At the end of its life this product must undergo separate collection and recycling from general or household waste Please use the return and collection system available in your country for the
17. E 10 6 Turning The QRAE 3 On And 12 OTOP ION eere nre E E E E 14 ee T a E E 15 8 1 Enter Programming In 316 1066 15 8 2 Enter Programming In Advanced Mode 17 8 Menus And SUDMENUS a ESEE 18 8 3 1 Editing And Selecting Parameters And Sensors 18 Bs 2 8 E E E E A E A E 19 rae NE E a E 21 DO a E A A E A 24 e NOO E nen ne N 25 oF OME AAU E E ee ee Ye S 2l DPO YE AO E E E 29 ea AE E E E E 92 Alaris 32 10 2 Bump Testing And Calibration eessesssseeeressssssseceresssssssecceeessssssseceeessssss 32 10 2 1 Bump Functional Testing 33 Wo D Oa A E E A A EE ER 34 O ATC E O a E NE 34 10 3 2 Single Sensor Zero Calibration 34 OA 34 104 bk ORAE
18. LEL 0 100 1 15 sec Caution Refer to RAE Systems Technical Note TN 144 for LEL sensor poisoning QRAE 3 User s Guide Year Of Manufacture To identify the year of manufacture refer to the serial number of the instrument The second to last digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture For example M indicates the manufacturing year is 2010 50 LEL Methane 54 QRAE 3 User s Guide 17 Controlled Part of the Manual for PGM 25XX D SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read Before Operating This Manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using maintaining or servicing this product The product will perform as designed only if it is used maintained and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions The user should understand how to set the correct parameters and interpret the obtained results CAUTION Only use RAE Systems battery pack P N G02 3004 000 Li ion rechargeable Charge the instrument Li ion battery using the appropriate RAE Systems charger and only outside hazardous areas Use of non RAE Systems components will void the warranty and can compromise the safe performance of this product Warning Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE e The PGM 25XX D multi gas detector must be calibrated if it does not pass a bump test when a new sensor has been installed or at least once
19. Sensor Information DER Sensor Summary A Sensor Alarm Sensor Span iii Sensor Bump Test En Sensor Calibration i m Multi calibration Sensor to Log 44 Sensor Maintenance COM3 115200bps BUCA UIE Sensor Maintenance Set sensor s parameter after a new sensor is installed or replaced 022030197R4 500012087874 Administrator 42 QRAE 3 User s Guide 3 Slot 2 amp Slot 4 accommodate 3R EC electrochemical sensors These slots support Group P EC sensors in an updated PGM 2500 D The drop down list is used to set the sensor ID after installing a new sensor You must also input last all 10 digits of the S N for the new sensor ProRAE Studio I Untitled i File a Help QRAE 3 Sone gt Pump Information Q Site ID and User ID Sensor Maintenance User Mode Set sensor s parameter after a new sensor is installed or replaced Language D Datalog fe Reports a Firmware SX Tool Password Access a Zero At Start verage Type E Back Light Man Down Comfort Beep Policy Enforcement Wireless Datalog Option i Data Selection Log Mode a Log Interval seconds d Gas Library Information Custom Gas na ME Sensor Summary Sensor Alarm Sensor Span Sensor Bump Test Sensor Calibration 0 Multi calibration O Sensor to Log uff Senso
20. and STEL alarms If the concentration exceeds any of the preset limits the loud buzzer red flashing LED and vibration alarm are activated immediately to warn of the alarm condition In addition the PGM 25XX D alarms if the battery voltage is low pump is blocked etc When a low battery alarm occurs there may be approximately 20 to 30 minutes of operating time remaining However it is recommended that you promptly change or charge the battery in a non hazardous location 60 QRAE 3 User s Guide Alarms Summary Message Condition Alarm Indications HIGH Gas exceeds High Alarm limit 3 beeps flashes per second OVR Gas exceeds sensor s measurement 3 beeps flashes per second MAX Gas exceeds electronic circuit s 3 beeps flashes maximum range per second Gas exceeds Low Alarm limit 2 beeps flashes per second Gas exceeds TWA limit 1 Beep flash per second STEL Gas exceeds STEL limit 1 Beep flash per second Crossed pump icon flashes Inlet blocked or pump failure 3 beeps flashes per second Empty battery icon flashes Low battery 1 flash 1 beep per minute CAL Calibration failed or needs calibration 1 beep flash per second NEG Zero gas reading measures less than 1 beep flash per number stored in calibration For oxygen low alarm limit means a concentration 1s lower than the low alarm limit Testing Alarms Under normal operation mode and non alarm conditions the audible visual and v
21. and that a USB cable is connected to the Travel Charger and a computer running ProRAE Studio II Turn on the QRAE 3 Allow the system to start up and go through its startup routine Press MODE until Enter Communications Mode is displayed Press Y The screen now displays Ready To Communicate With Computer Start ProRAE Studio II Select Administrator Input the password the default is rae Click OK Click A detects instruments automatically Click on the instrument s icon when it appears to highlight it 10 Click Select 11 Click Setup 12 Click Policy Enforcement CHO NAKRWNS 29 QRAE 3 User s Guide The Policy Enforcement pane is shown Policy Enforcement Get and set the unit s policy enforcement feature C Must Calibrate Can t Bypass Can Bypass C Must Bump Can t Bypass Can Bypass You can select Must Calibrate and or Must Bump and then set whether the user must perform the selected operation in order to use the instrument 13 Once you have made your selections in ProRAE Studio II you must upload the changes to the instrument Click the icon labeled Upload current settings to the instrument Do you want to upload all configurations to the instrument _ Uploading takes a few seconds and this progress bar is shown You can abort the upload by clicking Canc
22. connectivity with its network Network Joined means that the QRAE 3 has joined a wireless network Bump Test Due Battery Network Lost Network Joined Lowest 5 5 5 5 Comfort Beep 47 QRAE 3 User s Guide General Alarms HIGH Gas exceeds High Alarm limit 3 beeps flashes per second M Gas exceeds sensor s measurement range 3 beeps flashes per second y AX Gas exceeds electronic circuit s maximum 3 beeps flashes per second range WA R Gas exceeds Low Alarm limit 2 beeps flashes per second T Gas exceeds TWA limit 1 Beep flash per second STEL Gas exceeds STEL limit 1 Beep flash per second Crossed pump Inlet blocked or pump failure 3 beeps flashes per second icon flashes Empty battery Low battery 1 flash 1 beep per minute icon flashes Calibration failed or needs calibration 1 beep flash per second L NEG Zero gas reading measures less than 1 beep flash per second number stored in calibration For oxygen low alarm limit means a concentration 1s lower than the low alarm limit Testing Alarms Under normal operation mode and non alarm conditions the audible visible and vibration alarms can be tested at any time by pressing the Y key 48 QRAE 3 User s Guide 14 Troubleshooting Cannot turn on power after Reasons Defective charging circuit Defective battery charging the battery Solutions Replace battery or charger Try charging the battery again
23. gases of explosion groups HA IIB or IIC may be present For North America and Canada the equipment can further be used in Class I Zone 0 in the same 14 temperature range Hazardous Areas Classified by Divisions PGM 25XX D is intended to be used in hazardous areas classified for Class I Div 1 or 2 within the temperature range of 20 C to 50 C where gases of explosion groups A B C or D may be present and within the T4 temperature code range Using the PGM 25XX D in Class I Division 1 Group A B C D Hazardous Locations Equipment which is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and which has been assessed and certified according to international regulations may be used only under specified conditions The components may not be modified in any way The appropriate regulations for service and repair must be properly observed during such activities The PGM 25XX D is intrinsically safe and may be used in hazardous locations SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR INTRINSIC SAFETY WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF IGNITION OF HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERES RECHARGE REMOVE OR REPLACE THE BATTERY ONLY IN AN AREA KNOWN TO BE NON HAZARDOUS DO NOT MIX OLD AND NEW BATTERIES OR BATTERIES FROM DIFFERENT MANUFACTURERS 58 QRAE 3 User s Guide Year of Manufacture To identify the year of manufacture refer to the serial number of the instrument The letter in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture For example P
24. memory is full the QRAE 3 can either stop collecting data Stop when full or go back to the beginning and overwrite the data from the first entry second entry etc Wraparound 8 3 5 Monitor The submenus under Monitor control the LCD s contrast operation mode pump speed and other parameters 25 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 5 1 Date And Time Date Month MM and Day DD have two digits each while the year YYYY uses four digits Time The QRAE 3 s time must be set using the 24 hour format following hours minutes and seconds HH MM SS 8 3 5 2 Display LCD Contrast The display s contrast can be increased or decreased from its default setting You may not need to ever change the default setting but sometimes you can optimize the display to suit extreme temperature and ambient brightness darkness conditions Use the Y key to change the LCD contrast When you are done press MODE to highlight OK and press Y to save your change Otherwise highlight Cancel and press Y to abort changes and revert to the original setting LCD Flip The display can be configured to flip 180 automatically when the QRAE 3 15 turned upside down The LCD Flip feature can be set to On or Off Backlight The display s backlight can be set to illuminate either automatically based on ambient light conditions or manually or it can be shut off 8 3 5 3 Pump Speed If the QRAE 3 is equipped with a pump
25. sensors to fit a wide variety of applications The QRAE 3 s wireless capability elevates worker protection to the next level by providing safety officers real time access to instrument readings and alarm status from any location for better visibility and faster response 2 1 Key Features e All in one continuous monitoring capabilities for oxygen toxic and combustible gases for a total of up to four threats at a time e Wireless access to real time instrument readings and alarm status from any location e Unmistakable five way local and remote wireless notification of alarm conditions including Man Down Alarm e large graphical display with easy to use icon driven user interface e Simple maintenance with easily accessible sensors and pump QRAE 3 Diffusion QRAE 3 Pumped rnal filter Gas inlet Ex Alligator clip on back Alligator gt Clip on back Yikv 2g Display MODE Y Ke y Y Ey Alarm jy Key Buzzer Buzzer XDN M L D LED LED Charging and Communicaion Contacts Charging and Communicaion Contacts QRAE 3 User s Guide 3 User Interface The QRAE 3 s user interface consists of the display LEDs an alarm buzzer and two keys 3 1 Display Overview The LCD display provides visual feedback that includes the sensor types readings battery condition and other functions Calibration and bump test up to date Man Down alarm on Wireless radio status and signal stren
26. the pump can operate at two speeds high and low Running at low speed is quieter extends pump lifespan and conserves a small amount of power There is almost no difference in sampling accuracy Note High speed should be used for exotic sensors and for taking samples via a hose from a long distance 8 3 5 4 Site ID Choose and enter an 8 digit Site ID to uniquely identify the particular site where the instrument is to be used The first four digits can be an alphabet letter or number while the last four digits can only be numbers This Site ID is included in the datalog report Note Advance through the alphabet and numbers 0 through 9 by one with each press of the Y key To scroll quickly hold down the Y key for as long as you want it to scroll rapidly Save your changes by highlighting OK and pressing Y 8 3 5 5 User ID Enter an 8 digit alphanumeric User ID to uniquely identify a user This User ID is included in the datalog report 26 QRAE 3 User s Guide Note Advance through the alphabet and numbers 0 through 9 by one with each press of the Y key To scroll quickly hold down the Y key for as long as you want it to scroll rapidly Save your changes by highlighting OK and pressing Y 8 3 5 6 User Mode Two User Modes are available Advanced and Basic The Advanced User Mode allows a greater number of parameters to be changed than Basic User Mode No password is required to enter the Progr
27. 1 Connection a Connect QRAE 3 unit to PC through the QRAE 3 Travel Charger b Set the QRAE 3 into PC Communication mode c Start ProRAE Studio II on the PC and go into Setup gt gt Sensor Maintenance to do the sensor configuration setting after placing new sensors in the QRAE 3 QRAE 3 Model PGM 2500 SN M02A000188 Pump Information Sensor Maintenance User Mode Set sensors parameter after a new sensor is installed or replaced Language Password Access a Zero At Start S01403A021RB a 00012151271 Policy Enforcement 022030197R4 amp Wireless 00012087874 a Datalog Option IE Data Selection Log Mode Log Interval seconds Gas Information Gas Library Information i Custom Gas List 5 Sensor Information 4 Sensor Summary Sensor Alarm Sensor Span Sensor Bump Test senso Cation E Sensor QRAE 3 V2 02 COM3 115200bps Administrator 41 QRAE 3 User s Guide 2 The locations of 3R LEL sensor amp 4R Liquid O sensor are fixed to Slot 1 amp Slot 3 So after changing to a new sensor you must change the sensor S N serial number through ProRAE Studio II Important You only need to input last 10 digits of the sensor S N It is not necessary to input S0 i ProRAE Studio I Untitled File Operation Help while Setup Datalog fe Reports
28. 15 turned on Press MODE to advance down the list of sensors Press Y to select deselect a sensor Press MODE until Exit 1s selected Press Y to save your selection and exit to the Measurement menu oe 8 3 3 2 Meas Unit The measurement unit for displaying data from sensors can be changed Your options are ppm parts per million mg m3 milligrams per cubic meter and umol mol micromoles per mole Press MODE to move between measurement units Press Y to select a measurement unit Press MODE until Exit 1s selected Press Y to save your selection and exit to the Measurement menu Fe 21 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 3 3 LEL Meas Gas Note The LEL Measurement Gas option is only available if an LEL sensor is installed The QRAE 3 has extensive onboard gas libraries for combustible gases that you can use to configure your instrument to automatically apply the appropriate correction factors and produce readings in the units of the desired combustible gas LEL measurement gases are organized in two lists e Custom Gases are gases with user modified parameters Using ProRAE Studio II all parameters defining a gas can be modified including the name span value s correction factor and default alarm limits e Gas Library is a library that consists of many of the gases found in RAE Systems Technical Note TN 156 available online at www raesystems com Methane is the default gas
29. DE A 5 second countdown to shutoff begins You must hold your finger on the key for the entire shutoff process until the QRAE 3 15 powered off Caution The alarm is very loud During startup you can mute most of the sound by holding a finger over the alarm port Do not put tape over the alarm port to permanently mute it 12 QRAE 3 User s Guide 6 3 Testing Alarm Indicators Under normal operation mode and non alarm conditions the buzzer vibration alarm LED and backlight can be tested at any time by pressing Y once IMPORTANT If any of the alarms do not respond to this test check the Alarm Settings in Programming Mode It 15 possible that any or all of the alarms have been turned off If all of the alarms are turned on but one or more of them buzzer LED lights or vibration alarm does not respond to this test do not use the instrument Contact your RAE Systems distributor for technical support 6 4 Pump Status IMPORTANT During operation make sure the probe inlet and the gas outlet are free of obstructions Obstructions can cause premature wear on the pump false readings or pump stalling During normal operation the pump icon alternately shows inflow and outflow as shown here aw If there is a pump failure or obstruction that disrupts the pump the alarm sounds and you see this icon blinking on and off Once the obstruction is removed you can restart the pump by pressing the Y key If the pump does n
30. E 3 turned off press and hold both MODE and Y 2 When the display turns on and the password screen appears release the keys 3 Enter the 4 digit password the password is the same as the one for the Programming Mode the default password 15 0000 e Step from one position in the four character string to the other by pressing MODE e Press Y repeatedly to select a desired number Numbers increase from 0 to 9 e Once 9 is reached pressing Y again wraps around back to 0 49 QRAE 3 User s Guide 4 When you are done press MODE followed by Y If you input the correct password you see the Product Model screen 15 2 Exiting Diagnostic Mode 1 Turn off the QRAE 3 by pressing and holding MODE There will be a standard shutoff countdown 2 When the instrument shuts off you will be alerted Release your finger Note The next time you start QRAE 3 hold only MODE and it will automatically start in Normal Mode 15 3 Navigating Diagnostic Mode Step through Diagnostic Mode by pressing MODE The first screen you see is information about the product including the serial number firmware version etc Press MODE to advance through the screens Instrument model name serial number and ID Instrument Firmware Sensors Installed Socket Socket 2 Socket 3 Socket 4 Socket Raw Count Zero Span Count Location 1 ID and Name Location 2 ID and Name Location 3 ID and Name Location 4 ID and Name
31. age Type a Firmware Back Light SensorsN 82 Man Down S01403A021RB Comfort Beep OF NHS 800012151271 B Policy Enforcement H 022030197R4 2 Tool D Wireless i 500012087874 gt F Datalog Option F Data Selection Log Mode Log Interval seconds Gas Information Gas Library Information _ Custom Gas List F gt Sensor Information EJ Sensor Summary A Sensor Alarm SF Sensor Span E Sensor Bump Test TE Sensor Calibration BH Multi calibration F Sensor to Log dh Sensor Maintenance 3 a QRAE 3 202 COM3 115200bps Administrator b You must click OK to confirm the changes 1 ProRAE Untitled File Operation Help m t y Ax D QRAE3 4 Setup j Mode1 PGM 2560 y ee Te a Pump Information f Datalog 8 Site Dand User D Sensor Maintenance User Mode After a new sensor is installed set its parameters Language Te Reports A Password Access mad Zero At Start Average Type Back Light inmware iii Fi 82 Man Down Comfort Beep 8 Policy Enforcement ox Tool Wireless 3 F Datalog Option i Data Selection Log Mode Log Interval seconds 5 Gas Information Gas Library Information Custom Gas List 3 8 Sensor Information E Sensor Summary A Sensor Alarm go Sensor Span E Sensor Bump Test IS Senso
32. alarms on the device with real time remote wireless alarm notification to take worker safety to the next level Local alarms include audible buzzer alarm visible alarm via bright LED lights vibration alarm and an alarm notification on the display These can be programmed or selectively turned on or off 13 1 Alarm Signals During each measurement period the gas concentration is compared with the programmed alarm limits for Low High TWA and STEL alarm If the concentration exceeds any of the preset limits the alarms are activated immediately to warn both the QRAE 3 user and a remote safety officer if wireless 15 enabled of the alarm condition In addition the QRAE 3 alarms if one of the following conditions occurs battery voltage low pump blocked etc When the low battery alarm occurs there may be approximately 10 minutes of operating time remaining In this case it is recommended that you promptly change or charge the battery in a non hazardous location 45 QRAE 3 User s Guide 13 2 Changing The Alarm Mode Your choices are Auto Reset and Latched A latched alarm stays on until you acknowledge the alarm by pressing a key An auto reset alarm turns off when the condition that set off the alarm is no longer present for instance a high H2S reading that exceeds the preset threshold and triggers an alarm but then lowers below that threshold turning the alarm off 1 Enter the Alarm Mode sub menu of the Alarms section under t
33. alibration passed or failed followed by the sensor readings 10 4 4 Single Sensor Span Calibration To perform span calibration of an individual sensor follow these steps 1 At the Calibration Menu select Single Sensor Span Select a sensor from the list Start the flow of calibration gas Connect the calibration adapter and connect it to a source of calibration gas Verify that the displayed calibration value meets the concentration label on the gas cylinder 6 Press Y to start calibrating You can abort the calibration at any time during the countdown by pressing MODE mB After a timer countdown the span calibration is done The LCD will display whether the calibration was successful and the reading for that calibration gas Note If the sensor calibration fails try again If calibration fails again turn off the power and then replace the sensor WARNING Do not replace sensors in hazardous locations 36 QRAE 3 User s Guide 11 Datalog Transfer Monitor Configuration and Firmware Upgrades Via Computer Datalogs can be downloaded from the QRAE 3 to a computer and firmware updates can be uploaded to the QRAE 3 via the USB port on the Travel Charger Use the included Mini B USB 5 pin to USB cable to connect the Travel Charger to a computer running ProRAE Studio H version 1 7 0 or higher 11 1 Mini B USB 5 Pin port Travel Charger lt Mini B USB
34. amming Menu when in Advanced User Mode 8 3 5 7 Zero At Start If your QRAE 3 has been configured to perform a zero fresh air calibration upon startup called Zero At Start then the startup routine 15 interrupted so that you can perform a fresh air calibration Press Y to start zero calibration when prompted If you do not want to perform a zero calibration press MODE to bypass it If you start a zero calibration and want to abort it press MODE and the calibration stops and the main display is shown 8 3 6 Wireless When a QRAE 3 is equipped with a wireless modem its settings are controlled via the menu items under Wireless 8 3 6 1 Radio On Off Turn the radio on or off via this menu 1 Choose between On and Off by pressing MODE 2 Select the highlighted state by pressing Y 3 Press MODE until Exit is selected to register the change e Press Y to save the change You see the message Turning On Radio Please Wait or if you are turning off the radio it simply advances to the Wireless menu screen 8 3 6 2 PAN ID The QRAE 3 and any other devices that you want to connect wirelessly must have the same PAN ID 1 Press Y to increase the number and MODE to advance to the next digit 2 After moving to the last digit and making changes press MODE e Press Y to save the change e Press MODE to undo the change 8 3 6 3 Channel The QRAE 3 and any other devices
35. choices by pressing Y and then select the custom gas configuration by pressing MODE to highlight it With Save highlighted press Y to save your choice If you choose from the Gas Library press Y to scroll through the list and then press MODE to make your selection With Save highlighted press Y to save your choice The gas is saved and then the screen briefly shows the Correction Factor applied to that gas by the QRAE 3 Note The Gas Library contains many gases To rapidly scroll through the list press and hold Y 8 3 2 8 Set Span Value You can individually set the span gas value for each sensor The units of measure ppm LEL etc are shown on the display Press MODE to scroll through the list of active sensor names Then press Y to select one Set the span value by pressing Y to increase a value and pressing MODE to advance through the digits Once your span value is input press MODE to advance and highlight OK Press Y to register the change and to advance to the next sensor in the list When you reach the end of the list press MODE to highlight Exit and then press Y to select it 8 3 3 Measurement The submenus for Measurement include Sensor On Off Change Measurement Gas and LEL Measurement Units 8 3 3 1 Sensor On Off You can turn sensors on or off via this set of submenus An X in a box to the left of a sensor s name indicates it
36. de Instrument Specifications continued EM Immunity EMI and EDS test 1OOMHz to 1GHz 30V m no alarm Contact 4kV Air 8kV no alarm Operating 4 to 122 F 20 to 50 C Temperature Humidity 0 to 95 relative humidity non condensing IP Rating Pumped IP 65 Diffusion P 67 Hazardous USA and Canada classified for use in Class I Division 1 Location Groups A B C and D Approvals Global IECEx Europe ATEX II 1G Ex ia HC T4 CE Compliance 2004 108 EC EMC European 1999 5 EC Radio Conformity 94 9 EC ATEX FCC FCC Part 15 Compliance Languages Arabic Chinese Czech Dutch English French German Indonesian Italian Japanese Korean Norwegian Polish Portuguese Russian Spanish Swedish and Turkish language must be changed through ProRAE Studio IJ Warranty e Three years on LEL CO H2S and O sensors e One year on other sensors Specifications are subject to change Wireless Approval For UAE In Middle East TRA REGISTERED No ER36635 15 DEALER No HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE EAST LTD DUBAI BR Wireless Approval For QATAR In Middle East ictQATAR Type Approval Reg No R 4635 52 QRAE 3 User s Guide Sensor Specifications Oxygen 03 Ammonia NED Chlorine Only use the liquid electrolyte O sensor in the QRAE 3 Use of other types can degrade performance All specifications are subject to change without notice LEL Range Resolution amp Response Time
37. disposal of this product Sensor Specifications Cross Sensitivities And Calibration Information For information on sensor specifications cross sensitivities and calibration information refer to RAE Systems Technical Note TN 114 Sensor Specifications And Cross Sensitivities available for free download from www raesystems com All specifications presented in this Technical Note reflect the performance of standalone sensors Actual sensor characteristics may differ when the sensor is installed in different instruments As sensor performance may change over time specifications provided are for brand new sensors Make Sure Firmware Is Up To Date For best operation make sure your monitor 15 running the latest firmware Check www raesystems com for updates QRAE 3 User s Guide 1 Standard Contents The QRAE 3 is available in various user specified configurations each with the accessories shown below In addition to the instrument the following are included 1 PC cable QRAE 3 CD Software CD ProRAE Studio ID QuickStart guide QRAE 3 User s Guide 2 General Information The QRAE 3 is a family of multi threat gas detectors that combines continuous monitoring capabilities for toxic and combustible gases with Man Down Alarm functionality in one highly portable instrument QRAE 3 monitors are available in pumped and diffusion versions and offer a selection of field replaceable electrochemical and combustible
38. do not have to input it again to enter Programming Mode until you turn the instrument off and on again 15 QRAE 3 User s Guide Once you enter Programming Mode the Calibration screen is shown Press MODE to step through the programming screens Calibration Measurement Alarms ee BA eee ppm Datalog Monitor Wireless Ne ee eae B To enter a menu and view or edit parameters in its submenus press Y 16 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 2 Enter Programming In Advanced Mode 1 To enter Programming Mode press and hold MODE and Y until you see the Calibration screen No password is necessary in Advanced Mode 2 Press MODE to step through the programming screens ean TEA TE 999 ZA Ble aA Datalog Monitor Wireless eA Eu Eel E E EXIT To enter a menu and view or edit parameters in its submenus press Y 17 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 Menus And Submenus In Programming Mode menus and submenus are organized as shown here B e Multi Bump Sensor On Off Clear Datalog Date And Time Radio On Off Multi Zero Alarm Mode Display PAN ID Speed Single Zero Man Down Datalog Type User ID Interval Alarm Exit Action When User Mode Off Network Full Alarm Single Span Set LEL Cal Gas Set Span Value Exit Wirelessly equipped versions only Pump equipped version only 8 3 1 Editing And Selecting Pa
39. e 12 3 Sensor Locations IMPORTANT The current QRAE 3 model number is PGM 25XX D indicates Diffusion Sensors must be placed in the indicated sockets A diffusion D instrument cannot be changed to a pumped version nor can a pumped version be converted to a diffusion version oe Soti Sotz Siot3 Sit4 E a eS S A con Group P CO H2S SO2 HCN NH3 and PH3 PGN 2560 D POM 2560 Siti Saz Sots Sot 3 2 cops Group N Cl NO IMPORTANT Always calibrate the instrument after replacing or removing sensors 39 QRAE 3 User s Guide 12 4 Changing The QRAE 3 Sensor Configuration IMPORTANT The following table lists sensor slot allocations on the printed circuit board inside the QRAE 3 When changing sensors be careful to make sure each sensor is in the correct slot and that the pins are not bent or incorrectly placed Sensor Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 4 Group P Group P CO 3R 125 3 pins 3 pins Updated E eae Dns ZpS PGM 2500 D 3R 50 3R 50 3R HCN 3R HCN 3R NH 3R NH 3R PH3 3R PH3 Sensor Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 4 Group N Group P 3R CO 3R NOs 3R H2S Updated 3R LEL 4R Liquid O2 3R SO 3R HCN 3R Cle 3R NH3 3R PHs Note In order to support this procedure your QRAE 3 s current firmware must be V2 02 or above ProRAE Studio II must be V1 9 or above PGM 2560 D 40 QRAE 3 User s Guide
40. ected to register the change Note When wireless network connection is lost the QRAE 3 alarms once per second 8 3 6 7 Factory Reset Restore all the wireless settings to their original factory defaults Caution Once you reset the wireless settings you cannot retrieve any of the settings deleted by performing this reset Reset Wireless Settings e Press Y to reset the wireless settings e Press MODE to exit without resetting the wireless settings 28 QRAE 3 User s Guide 9 Policy Enforcement The QRAE 3 can be configured to enforce a facility company s requirements that calibration and or bump testing be performed at specified intervals and to warn the user that calibration bump testing is required In addition it can require calibration or bump testing and not allow normal operation of the instrument unless calibration or bump testing 15 performed If Policy Enforcement is enabled and if the instrument has been bump tested and calibrated in compliance with the policy settings a check mark icon is included along the top of the QRAE screen If Policy Enforcement is enabled then after startup the QRAE 3 displays a screen that informs the user that the instrument requires either a bump test or a calibration If both are required then they are shown in sequence 9 1 Setting Policy Enforcement You must use ProRAE Studio II to make changes to Policy Enforcement settings Make sure the AC adapter is connected
41. el x re lt Cancel Uploading Time Elapsed 2 30 15 QRAE 3 User s Guide Exit ProRAE Studio Il 16 Press MODE on the QRAE 3 to exit Communication Mode 9 2 Deactivating Policy Enforcement If the QRAE 3 screen displays the message that it must be bump tested or calibrated and if the option to bypass bump testing or calibration is not available you should shut off the instrument and follow the procedure outlined here if you want to change the Policy Enforcement settings l 2 2 3 17 Use a USB cable to connect the QRAE 3 in its Travel Charger to a computer running ProRAE Studio II Enter Diagnostic Mode on the QRAE 3 with the instrument turned off press and hold Y and MODE until it starts up After startup enter the password when prompted default is 0000 and press MODE Press MODE repeatedly until you see the Enter Communications Mode screen Press Y to enter Communications Mode Start ProRAE Studio II Select Administrator Input the password the default 15 rae Click OK Click A detect instruments automatically 11 12 13 4 15 16 Click on the instrument s icon when it appears Click Select Click Setup Click Policy Enforcement The Policy Enforcement pane is shown Deselect Policy Enforcement features you do not wish to use Click Upload all settings to the instrument
42. er the Man Down feature is on the main screen displays a Man Down icon along the top to indicate it 15 active Ans a ANTS AA 23 QRAE 3 User s Guide When the Man Down feature is on and there is no gas alarm the QRAE 3 senses that it is motionless for the amount of time set in the Motionless Time parameter If the instrument is not moved during that time then a pre alarm is activated to alert the user and shows the Are You OK screen Pressing Y clears the alarm and returns the QRAE 3 to its normal operation Pressing MODE sets it into Man Down Alarm and if wireless connectivity is enabled a Man Down message 15 sent in real time to remote observers If neither key 15 pressed then after the countdown it goes into Man Down Alarm again sending a message to remote observers if wirelessly enabled MAN DOWN ALARM ARE YOU OK Press Yes Within g No Yes Settings are available for Off On Motionless Time time the instrument 15 motionless before initiating a pre alarm Sensitivity set to low medium or high to compensate for ambient vibration or motion Warning Time countdown in seconds from pre alarm to Man Down alarm When the Man Down alarm is activated the buzzer sounds and LEDs flash continuously and a countdown begins e If the QRAE 3 s user presses Y for Yes in response to the Are You OK question on the screen before the countdown reaches zero the Man Down alarm stops a
43. every 180 days depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants No precautions against electrostatic discharge are necessary for portable equipment that has an enclosure made of plastic metal or a combination of the two except where a significant static generating mechanism has been identified Activities such as placing the item on a belt operating a keypad or cleaning with a damp cloth do not present a significant electrostatic risk However where a static generating mechanism is identified such as repeated brushing against clothing then suitable precautions shall be taken e g the use of anti static footwear Note Users are recommended to refer to ISA RP12 13 Part H 1987 for general information on installation operation and maintenance of combustible gas detection instruments 55 QRAE 3 User s Guide WARNINGS ONLY THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTION PORTION OF THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN ASSESSED FOR PERFORMANCE UNIQUMENT LA PORTION POUR DETECTOR LES GAZ COMBUSTIBLES DE CET INSTRUMENT A ETE EVALUEE CAUTION BEFORE EACH DAY S USAGE SENSITIVITY OF THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS SENSOR MUST BE TESTED ON A KNOWN CONCENTRATION OF METHANE GAS EQUIVALENT TO 20 TO 50 OF FULL SCALE CONCENTRATION ACCURACY MUST BE WITHIN 0 AND 20 OF ACTUAL ACCURACY MAY BE CORRECTED BY CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ATTENTION AVANT CHAQUE UTILISATION JOURNALIERE VERIFIER LA SENSIBILITE AVEC UNE CONCENTRATION CONNUE DE METHANE EQUIVALENTE A
44. ffusion non pumped version of the QRAE 3 a Calibration Adapter calibration cap for diffusion models P N M02 3009 000 calibration tube for diffusion models P N M03 3010 000 is used for supplying calibration gas to all sensors at one time Follow these steps for attaching the Calibration Adapter Calibration A Hose to Calibration Gas Source 1 Align the Calibration Adapter s main body with the indented area around the QRAE 3 s gas inlets 2 Turn the knob clockwise to secure the Calibration Adapter to the instrument 3 Connect the hose to the Calibration Adapter and to its gas source 4 Make sure the Calibration Adapter 15 securely attached before starting the flow of calibration gas The Calibration Adapter has small grooves on its underside to allow gas to escape after passing over the sensors 35 QRAE 3 User s Guide 10 4 3 Multi Sensor Span Calibration This lets you perform a span calibration on multiple sensors simultaneously It requires using the appropriate span gas and that the concentration labeled on the gas cylinder matches the concentration programmed in the QRAE 3 1 Start the flow of calibration gas Attach the calibration adapter and gas to the QRAE 3 3 Press Y to begin calibration A countdown screen 15 shown You can abort the calibration at any time during the countdown by pressing MODE If the calibration reaches its conclusion it shows the sensor names and tells you whether the c
45. gth AEs lt Pump Datalog and Battery Status indicators Reading value Unit of measure Soft keys functions change by activity 3 1 1 Status Indicator Icons Along the top of most screens are status indicators that tell you whether a function is operating and or its strength or level Y Wireless status the radio 15 on blinks when network connection 15 lost Wireless status the radio is off The instrument 15 not equipped with a radio no icon all Wireless strength 0 to Sbars Wireless Wireless strength 0 to 5 bars 0 to 5 bars Pump status only on pump equipped models Datalogging status shown when datalogging is on blank when off EE Battery status three segments show battery charge level gt Man Down alarm enabled All sensors tested and calibrated tick mark all sensors have been bump tested and calibrated no sensor 1s overdue for a bump test or calibration according to the intervals configured on the instrument QRAE 3 User s Guide 3 1 2 LCD Flip The QRAE 3 senses its vertical horizontal orientation and can automatically flip the display180 degrees making it easy to read if the QRAE 3 is upside down You can turn this feature on or off in Programming Mode under Monitor As the QRAE 3 15 tilted the sensor detects its orientation and inverts the screen when it passes its horizontal position E gt e o Geo 7 l ET
46. he Programming Menu Select Auto Reset or Latched by pressing MODE to select and Y to confirm the choice 3 Press Y to save your selection 46 QRAE 3 User s Guide 13 3 Alarm Signal Summary Alarm Type Priority Super Alarm Highest 4 beeps sec Man Downer 400ms i screen 3 beeps sec Man Down Arari 400ms screen Man Down Alarm Man Down Warning 24 9 e Are You OK screen 3 beeps sec Reading symbol Max 3 beeps sec in 400ms Blinking O location reading Blinking maximum Buzzer amp LED Display Backlight Pump gt D 3 0 gt 3 3 D lt On On On On n Over at sensor Over Range 3 beeps sec location reading 3 beeps sec High 400ms location reading 3 beeps sec oe a 400ms panne location reading 1 beep sec NEE 400ms Panne location 0 STEL at sensor 400ms Blinking location reading TWA TWA at sensor Blinking location reading High ES 5 gt Negative STEL Calibration Failure Cal at sensor 400ms Blinking location reading Bump at sensor Blinking symbol CAL at sensor location po Reading Bump Failure Datalog Full Calibration Due Bump at sensor location symbol symbol 1 beep Radio symbol On 1 beep min No LED flash Notes Negative means that the reading is below zero Network Lost means that the QRAE 3 has lost wireless
47. he manufac turer s instructions The user should understand how to set the correct parameters and interpret the obtained results CAUTION Only use RAE Systems battery pack P N G02 3004 000 Li ion rechargeable Charge the instrument Li ion battery using the appropriate RAE Systems charger and only outside hazardous areas Use of non RAE Systems components will void the warranty and can compromise the safe performance of this product Warning Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE The PGM 25XX D multi gas monitor must be calibrated if it does not pass a bump test when a new sensor has been installed or at least once every 180 days depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants No precautions against electrostatic discharge are necessary for portable equipment that has an enclosure made of plastic metal or a combination of the two except where a significant static generating mechanism has been identified Activities such as placing the item on a belt operating a keypad or cleaning with a damp cloth do not present a significant electrostatic risk However where a static generating mechanism is identified such as repeated brushing against clothing then suitable precautions shall be taken e g the use of anti static footwear Note Users are recommended to refer to ISA RP12 13 Part I 1987 for general information on installation operation and maintenance
48. ibration alarms can be tested at any time by pressing the Y key 61 QRAE 3 User s Guide Programming Menu Programming Menu is used to change instrument configuration settings can be entered from Normal Mode by pressing and holding MODE and Y together for more than 3 seconds and supplying a password when prompted Alarm Menus Use these menus to change high low STEL and TWA alarm limits the points at which alarms are triggered It can also change alarm mode latched or automatic reset and alarm output methods combinations of light buzzer and vibration alarm indications Changing Alarm Mode Auto Reset and Latched alarm modes are supported A latched alarm stays in alarm until the user acknowledges the alarm by pressing a key An auto reset alarm turns off when the condition that set off the alarm is no longer present A user can configure the desired alarm mode by supplying a password and entering the Programming Menu Alarms Alarm Mode Bump Testing and Calibration RAE Systems recommends that a bump test be performed on the PGM 25XX D prior to each use A bump test is defined as a brief exposure of the monitor to the calibration gas to confirm that the sensors respond to gas and the alarms are functional and enabled The PGM 25XX D multi gas detector must be calibrated if it does not pass a bump test when a new sensor has been installed or at least once every 180 days depending on use and sensor exposure to poi
49. ime Battery Voltage Only If equipped Temp Remaining with toxic sensors Clear Peak And Minimum Values Clear Peak And Minimum Values Peak And Minimum Values Cleared Peak And Minimum Values Cleared PT Ree PTR Runtime Current O gt Previous Wireless Unit ID PAN ID LEL Meas Gas Correction Factor Enter Communications Mode Note Datalogging And Measurement Will Channel Only if equipped Pause Parent ID Manual with LEL sensor itor A aren Datalogging D Device On A i z RSSI Ready To Pings Sent Communicate With Received Press Y to step PC OrAutoRAE 2 Region through Wireless Radio Type sub menu screens Exit XI Only if wirelessly equipped Applying Settings 4 Wireless Control And Submenus When you step through the main menu as shown in the previous diagram there are four screens for wireless communication containing information on wireless settings and status Note These are only present if the QRAE 3 is equipped with a wireless module QRAE 3 User s Guide 5 Battery Always fully charge the battery before using the QRAE 3 Its Li ion battery is charged by placing the QRAE 3 in its Travel Charger Contacts on the bottom of the instrument meet the Travel Charger s contact pins transferring power Battery pack P N G02 3004 000 is used for QRAE 3
50. ip m Ge i 4 e 4 o lt le j id a yy Remove the cover plate by tilting up the end closest to the belt clip and lifting off Slide the QRAE 3 s battery out of its compartment and into your hand Press a fully charged battery into the battery compartment and place it in the instrument Pay careful attention to the direction of the battery so that the electrical contacts are on the bottom Replace the cover and tighten the two screws to secure the battery 5 2 Battery States The battery icon on the display shows how much charge 15 in the battery and alerts you to any charging problems Oo 0 Full charge 2 3 charge 1 3 charge Battery alert When the battery s charge falls below a preset voltage the instrument warns you by beeping once and flashing once every minute and the empty battery icon blinks on and off once per second The instrument automatically powers down within 10 minutes after which you will need to either recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged one 11 QRAE 3 User s Guide 6 Turning The QRAE 3 On And Off 6 1 Turning The QRAE 3 On With the instrument turned off press and hold the MODE key until the audible alarm stops and then release When starting up the QRAE 3 turns the backlight on and off beeps once blinks once and vibrates once A RAE Systems logo should appear first During a norma
51. l startup this is followed by a progression of screens that tell you the QRAE 3 s current settings Product name and model number air flow type and serial number Application firmware version build date and build time Installed sensors including production expiration calibration date and alarm limit settings Current date time and temperature User mode and operation mode Battery type voltage shutoff voltage Alarm mode and alarm settings Datalog period if it 15 activated and interval Policy Enforcement settings Then the QRAE 3 s main reading screen appears It takes 1 to 2 minutes for sensors to show a reading so if any have not warmed up by the time the main screen is shown you will see instead of a numerical value until the sensor provides data typically less than 2 minutes Then it displays instantaneous readings similar to the following screen depending on the sensors installed and is ready for use Note If the battery is completely empty then the display briefly shows the message Battery Fully Discharged and the QRAE 3 shuts off You should charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery before turning it on again IMPORTANT If a major error that prevents the QRAE 3 from functioning 15 found during startup the message Please Contact Service Department is shown on the display The instrument should be shut off and serviced 6 2 Turning The QRAE 3 Off Press and hold MO
52. less reception quality e STEL TWA peak and minimum values e Man Down and policy enforcement indicators Keypad 2 operation and programming keys MODE and Y Built in pump 200cc min to 450cc min or diffusion Can sample through tubing up to 30 meters long using tubing increases response time Calibration e Wireless remote alarm notification multi tone audible 95 dB 30 cm vibration visible flashing bright red LEDs and on screen indication of alarm conditions e Man Down Alarm with pre alarm and real time remote wireless notification Datalogging e Continuous datalogging three months for four sensors at 1 minute intervals 24 7 e User configurable datalogging interval from 1 to 3 600 seconds Communication Data download and instrument set up and upgrades on PC via charging and Travel and Charger Data Download Wireless data and status transmission via built in RF modem optional Wireless RAE Systems Dedicated Wireless Network and closed loop systems with EchoView Network Host Wireless ISM license free band 868Mhz or 900Mhz Frequency FCC Part15 CE R amp TTE ANATEL Wireless Range EchoView Host amp QRAE 3 Line of sight gt 200m 650 ft receiving data gt 80 Typical ProRAE Guardian amp Mesh Reader amp QRAE 3 Line of sight gt 200m 650 ft receiving data gt 80 ProRAE Guardian amp RAELink3 amp QRAE 3 Line of sight gt 100m 330 ft receiving data gt 80 51 QRAE 3 User s Gui
53. n 8 3 2 6 Single Span Instead of performing a span calibration on more than one sensor simultaneously you can select a single sensor and perform a span calibration The active sensors names are shown in a list Press MODE to highlight the sensor you want to span calibrate and then press Y to select it When the Apply Gas screen is shown with the sensor name and its measurement unit connect a cylinder of span gas start its flow and then start the zero calibration by pressing Y If you do not want to perform a span calibration press MODE to quit Note You can abort a span calibration by pressing MODE once testing has started When the span calibration is done the Calibration Results screen is shown with either Pass or Fail shown 8 3 2 7 Set LEL Cal Gas For best response it is desirable to calibrate an LEL sensor with the specific gas that you are surveying target gas Changing the gas requires selecting the right calibration reference gas in the QRAE 3 Choose the sensor and then select from the list of reference gases Select from a Custom Gases list that you create or the built in Gas Library for your sensor taken from RAE Systems Technical Note TN 156 or the table at the end of this user s guide Choose Custom Gases or Gas Library by pressing MODE and then press Y to make your selection 20 QRAE 3 User s Guide Up to eight custom gases are in the library Scroll through the
54. n Value Use this function to change the gas concentration to be used for bump testing or span calibration Note If the sensor calibration fails try again If calibration fails repeatedly the sensor s should be replaced Replace the sensor WARNING Do not replace sensors in hazardous locations Battery Replacement A Li ion battery pack PN G02 3004 000 is supplied with each PGM 25XX D To replace a PGM 25XX D battery pack unscrew the two screws on the battery cover and then remove the battery cover After installing a new battery pack reinstall the battery cover and the two screws 64 QRAE 3 User s Guide Troubleshooting Possible Reasons amp Solutions Cannot turn on Reason Defective charging circuit Defective battery instrument after Solution Replace battery pack or charger Try another charger or charging the battery battery Lost password Solution Call Technical Support at 1 408 952 8461 or toll free at 1 888 723 4800 Buzzer Reason Buzzer disabled Inoperative Bad buzzer Solution Check that buzzer is not turned off in Programming Menu Call authorized service center Pump failed Reasons Inlet probe blocked Instrument directly connected to message Pump a gas outlet with the gas valve turned off External alarm filter sucked in water External filter too dirty Water condensed along the inlet probe Bad pump or pump circuit Solutions Remove the blocking objects and then press Y key
55. nd the main reading screen is displayed e Ifthe person does not press Y for Yes in response to the Are You OK question on the screen before the countdown reaches zero the Man Down alarm is sounded and LEDs flash continuously e Ifthe person presses MODE during the countdown answering the Are You OK question with No the Man Down alarm starts If wireless connectivity is enabled and the QRAE 3 is connected to a network a Man Down message is also sent to remote observers 8 3 4 Datalog The instrument displays a floppy disk icon to indicate that a datalog is being recorded The instrument stores the measured gas concentration for each sensor date and time for each measurement Site ID User ID and other parameters The QRAE 3 memory 15 sufficient to record three months worth of data for four sensors at one minute intervals All data are retained even after the unit 15 turned off in non volatile memory so that they can be downloaded at a later time to a PC 8 3 4 1 Clear Datalog This operation erases all data stored in the datalog Note Once the datalog is cleared the data cannot be recovered 24 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 4 2 Interval Intervals are shown in seconds The default value is 60 seconds The maximum interval is 3600 seconds and the minimum 15 1 second 8 3 4 3 Sensor Selection You can choose which sensors data are included in the datalog The entire list of installed se
56. nsors is shown and you can individually select whether their data is included Note Turning a sensor off in the list does not change or erase its settings 8 3 4 4 Data Selection Data Selection allows you to select which types of data are stored and made available when you download your datalog to a computer via ProRAE Studio II version 1 7 0 or higher software You can choose any or all of four types of data you must choose at least one Minimum Average Maximum Real Time 8 3 4 5 Datalog Type The instrument offers two options for starting the datalogging process Auto Automatically collects datalog information every time the instrument 15 sampling until the datalog memory is full Manual Datalogging occurs only when you manually initiate it see below for details Note You can only choose one datalog type to be active at a time About Manual Datalog When the instrument is set to Manual Datalog you can turn datalogging on and off by repeatedly pressing MODE and stepping through the screens from the main display until you reach the screen that says Start Datalog e When you reach the screen that says Start Datalog press Y to start it You see Datalog Started confirming that datalogging is now on e If datalogging is running it says Stop Datalog Press Y to stop datalogging Otherwise press MODE to advance to the next screen 8 3 4 6 Action When Full When the internal datalog
57. of combustible gas detection instruments WARNINGS ONLY THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTION PORTION OF THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN ASSESSED FOR PERFORMANCE UNIQUMENT LA PORTION POUR DETECTOR LES GAZ COMBUSTIBLES DE CET INSTRUMENT A ETE EVALUEE QRAE 3 User s Guide CAUTION BEFORE EACH DAY S USAGE SENSITIVITY OF THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS SENSOR MUST BE TESTED ON A KNOWN CONCENTRATION OF METHANE GAS EQUIVALENT TO 20 TO 50 OF FULL SCALE CONCENTRATION ACCURACY MUST BE WITHIN 0 AND 20 OF ACTUAL ACCURACY MAY BE CORRECTED BY CALIBRATION PROCEDURE ATTENTION AVANT CHAQUE UTILISATION JOURNALIERE VERIFIER LA SENSIBILITE AVEC UNE CONCENTRATION CONNUE DE METHANE EQUIVALENTE A 20 50 DE LA PLEINE ECHELLE LA PRECISION DOIT ETRE COMPRISE ENTRE 0 20 DE LA VALEUR VRAIE ET PEUT ETRE CORRIGEE PARUNE PROCEDURE D ETALONNAGE CAUTION HIGH OFF SCALE READINGS MAY INDICATE AN EXPLOSIVE CONCENTRATION ATTENTION DES LECTURES SUP RIEURES A L ECHELLE PEUVENT INDIQUER DES CONCENTRATIONS EXPLOSIVES FCC Part 15 Statement 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 QRAE 3 User s Guide Product Marking The QRAE 3 PGM 25XX D is certified by IECEx ATEX and CSA for US and Canada as intrinsically safe The PGM 25XX
58. or to enabling access to bump test menus You can tell a sensor has warmed up if you see a reading next to it name on the display If it has not warmed up you see three dashes next to it Install the calibration adapter on the QRAE 3 if it is a diffusion model Turn on the gas to initiate flow Connect the instrument to the T calibration tube and connect it to the calibration gas Press Start Y key to start the bump test or press MODE to quit While the bump test is being performed the readings for each sensor are shown Once the bump test completes pass fail test results and readings are shown for each sensor a me ae Important If one or more sensors fails a bump test be sure to calibrate those sensors 6 The bump test is now complete Press Y to exit and return to the Calibration menu If all the alarms and all sensors have passed and no sensor 15 due for a calibration the instrument 15 now ready for use 33 QRAE 3 User s Guide 10 3 Zero Calibration This operation sets the zero point of the sensor calibration curve for clean air It should be performed before other calibrations Note If you use a zero air cylinder you must use the QRAE 3 Calibration Adapter and a T calibration tube if the instrument has a pump Using a calibration adapter is not necessary for calibration in fresh air 10 3 1 Zero Calibration This procedure determines zero points of most sensors The QRAE 3 should be zero calib
59. ot restart and the pump stall alarm continues consult the Troubleshooting section of this guide or contact your RAE Systems distributor for technical support Note Pump Status 15 not indicated on the diffusion QRAE 3 6 5 Calibration Status If one or more sensors requires calibration then the screen displays the word Alarm at the top and alternates between the sensor reading and the word Cal with a highlighted background amp Vv ALE Yil amp Alarm AS 3 00 LEL 010 9 gt Al gt Al Calibration is required if e The sensor module has been replaced with one whose calibration is overdue e The defined period of time between calibrations has been exceeded See Section 9 for information on policy enforcement e If you have changed the calibration gas type without recalibrating the instrument e The sensor has failed a previous calibration 13 QRAE 3 User s Guide 6 6 Bump Status If one or more sensors requires a bump test then the screen displays the word Alarm at the top and alternates between the sensor reading and the word Bump with a highlighted background aux Yil amp Alarm AS 0 0 0120 0 gt a gt Al A bump test is required if the defined period of time between bump tests has been exceeded This interval is set by an administrator using ProRAE Studio II 7 Modes Of Operation The QRAE 3 has two user modes 7 1 Basic User Mode
60. r Pass or Fail shown next to them 8 3 2 2 Multi Zero You can perform a zero calibration simultaneously on multiple sensors This procedure determines the zero point of the sensor calibration curve for all the sensors that require a zero calibration The instrument should be zero calibrated in clean ambient air with 20 9 oxygen A zero calibration should precede a span calibration The selected sensors are shown on the screen Start a multiple zero test by pressing Y If you do not want to perform a test press MODE Note You can abort a multiple zero test by pressing MODE once testing has started When the Multi Zero test is done a screen labeled Calibration Results is shown with the sensor names and either Pass or Fail shown next to them 8 3 2 3 Multi Span Depending on the configuration of your QRAE 3 and the span gas you have you can perform a span calibration simultaneously on multiple sensors The selected sensors and their values are shown on the screen With calibration gas connected to the instrument and turned on start a multiple span calibration by pressing Y If you do not want to perform a multiple span calibration press MODE Note You can abort a multiple span calibration by pressing MODE once testing has started When the Multi Span calibration 15 done a screen labeled Calibration Results 15 shown with the sensor names and either Pass or Fail shown next to them
61. r Calibration Multi calibration Sensor to Log Sensor Maintenance Maal m QRAE 3 V2 02 COM3 115200bps Administrator 2 5 ProRAE Studio II sends an order to restart the QRAE 3 to confirm all firmware changes 6 Turn on the QRAE 3 to make sure that unit 15 showing the correct sensor configuration IMPORTANT Before using the QRAE 3 you must calibrate all sensors in the QRAE 3 to ensure proper performance 44 QRAE 3 User s Guide 12 5 Replacing The Pump If your QRAE 3 has a pump and it requires replacement follow these steps Make sure the battery 15 removed before proceeding 1 Remove the rear cover 2 The pump is held in place by a metal bracket and two Philips screws Remove the two SCrews 3 Lift off the metal bracket 4 The pump has an inlet and outlet that fit tightly over two small pipes inside the pump cavity Pressing down on the instrument s body with one hand pull the pump straight out 5 Press a new pump into place a small amount of wiggling helps making sure that both the inlet and outlet from the pump fit snugly over the two pipes Place the metal bracket over the pump Insert and tighten the two screws that attach the bracket to the housing Replace the cover Turn on the instrument and check for proper pump operation Oo ON 92 13 Alarms Overview The QRAE 3 provides an unmistakable five way alarm notification system that combines local
62. r Maintenance QRAE 3 V2 02 COM3 115200bps Administrator Note For an updated PGM 2560 D Slot 2 only supports Group N sensors and not Group P sensors Also Slot 4 only supports Group P sensors ProRA Studio I Untitled File a Help QRAE 3 Sisco Y Pump Information x Site ID and User ID Sensor Maintenance User Mode Set sensor s parameter after a new sensor is installed or replaced Language PS Password Access Zero At Start Average Type Comfort Beep Policy Enforcement Data Selection Log Mode E Log Interval seconds Gas Information d Gas Library Information Custom Gas ea 7 H E Sensor Summary Sensor Alarm Sensor Span i Sensor Bump Test I Sensor Calibration 0 Multi calibration E Sensor to Log g Sensor Maintenance QRAE 3 V2 02 COM3 115200bps Administrator 43 QRAE 3 User s Guide 4 After you have changed the parameter settings for all new sensors you must upload the changes to the QRAE 3 a Press the Set to send current settings changes to the QRAE 3 ProRAE Studio Il Untiti File Operation Help UAA x D QRAE3 2 Setup S Model PGM 2500 Yy SN M02A000188 Datalog Pump Information eS 8 Site ID and User ID 99 User Mode j Language te Reports Pp Password Access Zero At Start i E Aver
63. rameters And Sensors There are a few basic ways to edit parameters select sensors and perform other activities in the QRAE 3 The actions performed by pressing keys always match 1 to 1 with the boxes along the bottom of the display and the two keys Some parameters are edited by scrolling and selecting individual items black bars behind white text act as highlighters Some include a choice via radio keys where only one item in a list can be selected while other menus use boxes for you to check with an X and these allow for multiple items in a list to be selected In all cases of editing you can save or undo your choice 18 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 2 Calibration Use this menu to perform zero or span calibration for one or more sensors and change the gas concentration value assumed to be used in span calibration as well as zero calibration and calibration reference gas 8 3 2 1 Multi Bump Depending on the configuration of your QRAE 3 and the span gas you have you can perform a bump test simultaneously on multiple sensors The selected sensors and their values are shown on the screen With calibration gas connected to the instrument start a multiple bump test by pressing Y If you do not want to perform a multiple bump test press MODE Note You can abort a multiple bump test by pressing MODE once testing has started When the Multi Bump test is done a screen is shown with the sensor names and eithe
64. rated in clean air with 20 9 oxygen or with a cylinder of clean zero air At the Calibration menu select Fresh Air by pressing Y once to enter fresh air calibration After a timer countdown the zero calibration is done The LCD displays the sensor names and tells you whether each calibration passed or failed followed by the sensor readings Note You can abort the calibration at any time during the countdown by pressing MODE 10 3 2 Single Sensor Zero Calibration Select the sensor and then start the calibration by pressing Y You can abort the procedure anytime by pressing MODE 10 4 Span Calibration This procedure determines the second point of the sensor calibration curve for the sensor Note When a manual calibration is performed the readings shown are in the equivalent units of the calibration gas and not the measurement gas 10 4 1 QRAE 3 Pumped Model The QRAE 3 pump draws at a flow rate of between 200cc min and 450cc min The instrument must be connected to a cylinder of calibration gas with supplied tubing featuring a T calibration tube P N M02 3008 000 as illustrated below Note A constant flow regulator with flow rates from 500cc min to 1000cc min should be used Note Make sure pressure in the calibration gas cylinder is higher than 100 psi when using a T calibration tube 34 QRAE 3 User s Guide 10 4 2 QRAE 3 Diffusion Model Because there is no single inlet on the di
65. s will turn off automatically 37 QRAE 3 User s Guide 12 Maintenance The QRAE 3 requires little maintenance aside from replacing sensors the filter and the battery If the instrument is equipped with a pump it may need replacement as well 12 1 Replacing The Filters Pumped Version If the external filter 1s dirty or clogged remove it by unscrewing it from the inlet Discard it and replace it with a new filter IMPORTANT A pumped QRAE 3 must not be calibrated or operated without a filter Operation without a filter may damage the instrument 12 2 Removing Cleaning Replacing Sensor Modules WARNING Do not replace sensors in hazardous locations All sensors are located inside the sensor compartment in the upper half of the QRAE 3 They are accessed by removing the four screws in the top portion and then turning the instrument over and lifting off the sensor cover 6 0 0 Turn off the instrument Remove the four screws holding the sensor compartment Turn over the instrument and remove the cover The sensors are plugged into the slots Gently lift out the desired sensor module with your fingers Install the replacement sensor Make sure the electrical contact pins are aligned with the holes in the PC board and that the sensor is seated firmly 6 Replace the cover and tighten the four screws AE oe IMPORTANT Always perform a full calibration after replacing sensors 38 QRAE 3 User s Guid
66. sons and contaminants Calibration and bump test intervals are user configurable to match national regional and local regulations All calibration and bump test options are available under Programming Menu Calibration Calibration Single Bump Single Zero Single Span Each bump test or calibration option shows a countdown followed by sensor reading and pass fail results QRAE 3 User s Guide Pumped Models PGM 25XX The PGM 25XX s internal pump has two speed settings low or high The pump draws at a flow rate of between 200cc min and 450cc min The instrument must be connected to a cylinder of calibration gas with supplied tubing featuring a T calibration tube as illustrated below Note A constant flow regulator with flow rates from 500cc min to 1000cc min should be used Diffusion Models PGM 25XXD RAE Systems provided calibration cap should be installed on the diffusion versions of the instrument when it is being bump tested or calibrated A constant flow regulator with flow rates from 500cc min to 1000cc min should be used WARNING Make sure the calibration cap clips on and stays in t correct position during calibration as illustrated below a x gt Wrong Wrong Wrong Correct QRAE 3 User s Guide Zero Calibration The instrument should be zero calibrated in clean ambient air with 20 9 oxygen A zero calibration should precede a span calibration Changing Spa
67. that you want to connect wirelessly must be operating on the same channel 1 Press Y to increase the number and MODE to advance to the next digit 2 After moving to the last digit and making changes advance to OK and press MODE to save the change or advance to Cancel and exit to Join Network without saving the change 27 QRAE 3 User s Guide 8 3 6 4 Join Network You can tell the QRAE 3 to automatically join a network The PAN ID and Channel are shown for reference if either is incorrect you can change it as described above Press Y to join or MODE to advance to Interval without making a change While it is searching for a network to join the display shows this message Joining Network If it is unsuccessful you will see this message Failed To Join Network Check your other settings as well as those of the network you are trying to join You can press Y to retry or MODE to exit without joining a network 8 3 6 5 Interval This menu allows you to change the interval between wireless transmissions The interval can be set to 10 30 60 120 or 240 seconds Note The default interval is 30 seconds 8 3 6 6 Off Network Alarm If you would like the QRAE 3 to notify you when it loses connection with a network turn this on 1 Choose between On and Off by pressing MODE 2 Select the highlighted state by pressing Y 3 Press MODE until Exit is sel
68. tion A bump test can be performed either manually or using the AutoRAE 2 Automatic Test and Calibration System When a bump test is done manually the instrument makes a pass fail decision based on sensor performance but the user still has the responsibility to make sure all the alarms are enabled and functional Note Bump testing and calibration can be performed using an AutoRAE 2 Automatic Test amp Calibration System An AutoRAE 2 bump test takes care of both the sensor and alarm tests Consult the AutoRAE 2 User s guide for details 32 QRAE 3 User s Guide 10 2 1 Bump Functional Testing The same gas is used for a bump test as for calibration A constant flow regulator producing 0 5 to 1 liters per minute should be used and the calibration adapter must be installed on diffusion models The instrument must be connected to a cylinder of calibration gas with supplied tubing Diffusion models require calibration cap but no T calibration tube Note Make sure pressure in the calibration gas cylinder is higher than 100 psi when using aT calibration tube pumped models only 1 Turn on your QRAE 3 by pressing and holding the MODE key and allow the instrument to boot up fully until the main measurement screen with sensor names and readings is shown Important Make sure all of the instrument s sensors have warmed up before performing the bump test The instrument will take the time to warm up the sensors pri
69. to reset the pump alarm Replace contaminated external filter Be careful not to allow water condensation inside the unit Replace the pump The list of replacement parts is available online at www raesystems com 65 QRAE 3 User s Guide 18 Technical Support To contact RAE Systems Technical Support Monday through Friday 7 00AM to 5 00PM Pacific US Time Phone toll free 1 877 723 2878 Phone 1 408 952 8200 Fax 1 408 952 8480 Email RAE tech honeywell com 19 RAE Systems Contacts RAE Systems by Honeywell World Headquarters 3775 N First St San Jose CA 95134 1708 USA Phone 1 888 723 4800 E mail RAE tech honeywell com Web Site www raesystems com Training Phone 1 408 952 8260 Email training raesystems com 66 QRAE 3 User s Guide CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS RAE Systems by Honeywell 3775 North First Street San Jose CA 95134 USA Phone 408 952 8200 Fax 408 952 8480 RAE tech honeywell com WORLDWIDE SALES OFFICES USA Canada 1 877 723 2878 Europe 800 333 222 44 41 44 943 4380 Middle East 971 4 450 5852 China 86 10 5885 8788 3000 Asia Pacific 852 2669 0828 Rev gt May 2015 www raesystems com P N MO2 4001 000

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