Solaris® MultiGas Detector
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1. 1 2 Date of Instrument Manufacture 1 4 Certifications siea iea AA 1 4 Electronic Interference 0 00 cee eee eee 1 4 Chapter 2 Using the Solaris Multigas Detector 2 1 Turning ON the Solaris Multigas Detector 2 1 Last Cal Date ai re ieee be eee 2 1 Cal Due Date 2 cece ee eke hee GG ee a 2 2 Instrument Alarm Bypass Options 2 2 Fresh Air Set Up Option aaan 2 3 A WARNING oeoo KATA GG KAD RANG ALLAN 2 3 Figure 2 1 Battery Indicator 2 3 Battery Life Indicator FIGURE 2 1 2 4 Battery Warning eee eee eae 2 4 Battery Shutdown cee eee 2 4 Ak WARNING to acter Gn kaw ds da KK Una NG gag 2 4 Sensor Missing Alarm a 2 5 A CAUTION cack peat whew bs anata Kan Mika 2 5 A WARNING cc Sih pik ce wt eid ois bi ein 2 5 A WARNING x sasa canes delat Han 2 5 Calibration Check cee eee 2 6 Measuring Gas Concentrations 2 6 Combustible gases Yo LEL FIGURE 2 2 2 6 Figure 2 2 Instrument in LEL Alarm 2 6 A WARNING 2 25 0 4 28 gt coda watlacnwe one dane 2 7 Oxygen Measurements O2 FIGURE 2 3 2 8 Figure 2 3 Instrument in Oxygen Alarm 2 8 A WARNING aan caine bt hatag 2 8 Toxic Gas Measurements FIGURE 2 4 2 9 Solaris Multigas Detector Equipped with an NO gt Sensor ON anna verte tee an i eai 2 9 Figure 2 4 Instrum2. Main PC Board Assembly I R D A Australia only 10056979 Main PC Board NO I R D A 10059027 20 Label Sensor Cover quantity 2 10049052 21 Case Screws quantity 5 655289 22 Main PC Board Assembly Screws quantity 2 10046937 Main PC Board Assembly Screws quantity 2 Alkaline only 10040570 23 Horn Chamber Protective Insert 10046042 24 NO Button Cell Sensor 10059040 25 Filter Nafion NO only 711505 26 Ring Adhesive NO only 10011287 7 2 Table 7 2 Accessory Parts List PART PART NO Universal Pump Probe North America 10046528 Universal Pump Probe MSHA 10047595 Universal Pump Probe Europe 10047596 Calibration Assembly 10044995 Regulator 25 LPM Model RP 467895 Regulator Combination 25 LPM Model RP 711175 Datalog Kit Software Eye 710946 Infrared Datalogging Software 710988 Cordura Jacket rechargeable only 10049053 Cordura Jacket Alkaline only 10070855 Four Gas Econocal 1 45 CH4 15 0 O2 60 ppm CO 20 ppm H5S 10048280 Three Gas Econocal 1 45 CH4 15 0 O9 20 ppm H2S 10048790 Four Gas Econocal 2 50 CH4 15 0 O32 60 ppm CO 20 ppm H2S 10048981 Three Gas Econocal 2 50 CH4 15 0 O2 20 ppm H2S 10048888 Three Gas Econocal 1 45 CH4 15 0 O9 60 ppm CO 10048789 Three Gas RP 1 45 CH4 15 0 O9 20 ppm H2S 10048788 Four Gas Gas RP 1 45 CH4 15 0 O32 60 ppm CO 20 ppm H5S 10045035 Three Gas RP 2 50 CH4 15 0 O9
3. 22 Methane Detector CANADA CSA C22 2 No 157 for Class I Div 1 Groups A B C and D Tamb 20 C to 50 C EUROPE EEx ia dIIC Tamb 20 C to 50 C AUSTRALIA Ex ia S Zone 0 I C PERFORMANCE US MINING 30 CFR Part 22 Methane Detector CANADA CSA C22 2 No 152 for Methane EUROPE IEC60529 EUROPE EN50054 EN50057 for Methane EUROPE EN50271 Software and Digital Technologies APPLICABLE ATEX Il 2G EUROPEAN 94 9 EC EEx ia d IIC T3 157 C Tamb 20 C to 50 C DIRECTIVES EMC 89 336 EEC EN50270 EN50081 1 EN50082 2 Table 6 2 Instrument Specifications TEMPERATURE RANGE NORMAL 0 to 40 C EXTENDED 20 TO 0 C 40 to 50 C SHORT PERIODS 40 TO 20 C 15 minutes INGRESS PROTECTION RATING IP IP65 MEASUREMENT METHOD COMBUSTIBLE GAS Catalytic Sensor OXYGEN Electrochemical Sensor TOXIC GASES Electrochemical Sensors 6 1 FACTORY SET ALARM SETPOINTS LOW ALARM HIGH ALARM STEL TWA CO 35 PPM 100 PPM 400 35 H2S 10 PPM 15 PPM 15 10 LEL 10 20 O2 19 5 23 0 NO2 2 5 PPM 5 0 PPM 5 0 2 5 NOTE Extended temperature range indicates gas readings may vary slightly if calibrated at room temperature For optimal performance calibrate instrument at temperature of use Table 6 3 COMBUSTIBLE GAS Typical Performance Specifications RANGE 0 to 100 LEL or O to 5 00 CH4 RESOLUTION 1 LEL or 0 05 CH4 REPRODUCIBILITY 3 LEL 0 to 50 LEL reading or 15 CH4 0
4. Duration of remaining instrument operation during Battery Warning depends on ambient temperatures e When the Solaris Multigas Detector goes into Battery Warning e Battery Life indicator flashes e BATT WRN flashes every 15 seconds e Alarm sounds e Lights flash every 15 seconds e The Solaris Multigas Detector continues to operate until the instrument is turned OFF or battery shutdown occurs Battery Shutdown When the batteries can no longer operate the instrument the instrument goes into Battery Shutdown mode LOW and BATTERY flash on the display e Alarm sounds and lights flash e Alarm can be silenced by pressing the RESET button e No other pages can be viewed e After approximately one minute the instrument automatically turns OFF A WARNING When Battery Shutdown condition sounds stop using the instrument it can no longer alert you of potential hazards since it does not have enough power to operate properly 1 Leave the area immediately 2 Turn OFF the instrument if it is ON 3 Report to the person responsible for maintenance 4 Recharge the battery or replace the batteries 2 4 Failure to follow this procedure could result in serious per sonal injury or death A CAUTION During Battery Low condition prepare to exit the work area since the instrument could go into Battery Shutdown at any time resulting in loss of sensor function Depending on the age of the batteries ambient temperature an
5. expected combustible calibration gas 8 Oo Setup e Sensor ON OFF turns the sensor ON or OFF e Low Alarm e High Alarm 9 CO Setup e Sensor ON OFF turns the sensor ON or OFF e Low Alarm sets the low CO alarm e High Alarm sets the high CO alarm e STEL Alarm if enabled sets the STEL CO alarm e TWA Alarm if enabled sets the TWA CO alarm e Cal Gas sets the expected CO calibration gas 10 TOX2 Setup H2S or NO9 e Sensor ON OFF sets TOX2 sensor ON or OFF e Low Alarm sets the low TOX2 alarm e High Alarm sets the high TOX2 alarm e STEL Alarm if enabled sets the STEL TOX2 alarm e TWA Alarm if enabled sets the TWA TOX2 alarm e Cal Gas sets the expected TOX2 calibration gas 3 4 Chapter 4 Calibration Calibrating the Solaris Multigas Detector Each Solaris Multigas Detector is equipped with an Autocalibration feature to make unit calibration as easy as possible The Autocalibration sequence resets instrument zeroes and adjusts sensor calibration for known concentrations of calibration gases Table 4 1 Autocalibration and Required Calibration Cylinders FOUR GAS FOUR GAS FOUR GAS SENSORS EXPECTED GAS CYLINDER CYLINDER CYLINDER CONCENTRATION P N 10045035 P N 10058171 P N 10058034 Combustible 58 LEL e e Combustible 2 5 CH4 e Oxygen 15 e e e Carbon Monoxide 60 ppm e e e Hydrogen Sulfide 20 ppm e Nitrogen Dioxide 10 ppm e e Factory Default LEL Mode Methane Mod
6. extended Contact City Technology for details RESPONSE NOTES 1 The compounds may reduce the sensitivity of the combustible gas sensor by poisoning or inhibiting the catalytic action 2 These compounds may reduce the sensitivity of the combustible gas sensor by polymerizing on the catalytic surface 3 The figures are experimentally derived and expressed relative to the methane signal 100 4 These conversion factors should be used only if the combustible gas is known 5 The results are intended for guidance only For the most accurate measurements an instrument should be calibrated using the gas under investigation 6 4 Table 6 6 OXYGEN Typical Performance Specifications RANGE 0 to 25 O9 RESOLUTION 0 1 O2 REPRODUCIBILITY 0 7 Oo for 0 to 25 O 0 7 O for Op lt 15 MSHA version only 0 5 Oo for O2 lt O2 lt 25 MSHA version only RESPONSE TIME 90 of final reading 30 seconds normal temperature range 3 minutes extended temperature range See TABLE 6 2 NOTE Environment and Oxygen Sensor Readings A number of environmental factors may affect the oxygen sensor readings including changes in pressure humidity and temperature Pressure and humidity changes affect the amount of oxygen actually present in the atmosphere Pressure Changes If pressure changes rapidly e g stepping through airlock the oxygen sensor reading may temporarily shift a
7. on to the Purchaser all warranties of manufacturers of such components THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED IMPLIED OR STATUTORY AND IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE TERMS HEREOF SELLER SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE Exclusive Remedy It is expressly agreed that Purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy for breach of the above warranty for any tortious conduct of Seller or for any other cause of action shall be the replacement at Seller s option of any equipment or parts thereof which after examination by Seller is proven to be defective Replacement equipment and or parts will be provided at no cost to Purchaser F O B Seller s Plant Failure of Seller to successfully replace any nonconforming equipment or parts shall not cause the remedy established hereby to fail of its essential purpose 5 1 3 Exclusion of Consequential Damages Purchaser specifically understands and agrees that under no circumstances will seller be liable to purchaser for economic special incidental or consequential damages or losses of any kind whatsoever including but not limited to loss of anticipated profits and any other loss caused by reason of nonoperation of the goods This exclusion is applicable to claims for breach of warranty tortious conduct or any other cause of action against seller Cleaning and Periodic Checks As with all electronic equipment the Solaris M
8. 00 to 2 50 CH4 normal temperature range 5 LEL 50 to 100 LEL reading or 25 CH4 2 50 to 5 00 CH4 normal temperature range 5 LEL 0 to 50 LEL reading or 25 CH4 0 00 to 2 50 CH4 extended temperature range 8 LEL 50 to 100 LEL reading or 0 40 CH4 2 50 to 5 00 CH4 extended temperature range RESPONSE TIME 90 of final reading in 30 seconds normal temperature range LEL only 90 of final reading in 20 seconds Methane See TABLE 6 2 NOTE Table 6 4 COMBUSTIBLE GAS Cross Reference Factors for Solaris General Purpose Calibration Using Calibration Cylinder P N 10045035 Set to 58 LEL Pentane Simulant COMBUSTIBLE GAS MULTIPLY LEL READING BY Acetone 1 1 Acetylene 0 7 Acrylonitrile1 0 8 Benzene 1 1 Butane 1 0 1 3 Butadiene 0 9 6 2 COMBUSTIBLE GAS MULTIPLY LEL READING BY n Butanol 1 8 Carbon Disulfide 2 2 Cyclohexane 1 1 2 2 Dimethylbutane 1 2 2 3 Dimethylpentane 1 2 Ethane 0 7 Ethyl Acetate 1 2 Ethyl Alcohol 0 8 Ethylene 0 7 Formaldehyde 0 5 Gasoline 1 3 Heptane 1 4 Hydrogen 0 6 n Hexane 1 3 Isobutane 0 9 Isobutyl Acetate 1 5 Isopropyl Alcohol 1 1 Methane 0 6 Methanol 0 6 Methyl Isobutyl ketone 1 1 Methylcyclohexane 1 1 Methyl Ethyl Ketone 1 1 Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 1 0 Mineral Spirits 1 1 iso Octane 1 1 n Pentane 1 0 Propan
9. 30 seconds until the unit is calibrated Perform a calibration check before each day s use to verify proper instrument operation see Chapter 2 Calibration Check Instrument Alarm Bypass Options The Solaris Multigas Detector with software version 1 1 or higher is equipped with a feature to disable or silence the visual backlight audible and vibrator options To activate this feature see Chapter 3 Accessing the Instrument Setup Mode If any of these options visual backlight audible or vibrator are disabled during instrument startup the Solaris Detector displays e VISUAL OFF if the red LEDs are disabled e BACKLITE OFF if backlight is disabled e AUDIBLE OFF if audible buzzer is disabled VIBRATE OFF if the vibrator is disabled If the visual audible or vibrator options are disabled ALARM OFF flashes on the LCD during Normal Measure mode 2 2 Fresh Air Set Up Option for automatic zero adjustment of the Solaris Multigas Detector sensors NOTE The Fresh Air Setup FAS has limits If a hazardous level of gas is present the Solaris Multigas Detector ignores the FAS command and goes into alarm 4a WARNING Do not activate the Fresh Air Setup unless you are certain you are in fresh uncontaminated air otherwise inaccurate readings can occur which can falsely indicate that a haz ardous atmosphere is safe If you have any doubts as to the quality of the surrounding air do not use the F
10. 5 Chapter 6 Performance Specifications 6 1 Table 6 1 Certifications see instrument label to determine applicable approval 6 1 Table 6 2 Instrument Specifications 6 1 Table 6 3 COMBUSTIBLE GAS Typical Performance Specifications 6 2 Table 6 4 COMBUSTIBLE GAS Cross Reference Factors for Solaris General Purpose Calibration Using Calibration Cylinder P N 10045035 Set to 58 LEL Pentane Simulant 6 2 Table 6 5 Combustible Gas Cross Reference Factors for Solaris FX 6 4 Table 6 6 OXYGEN Typical Performance Specifications 200 005 6 5 6 7 CARBON MONOXIDE appropriate models only Typical Performance Specifications 00 005 6 6 Table 6 8 CARBON MONOXIDE Cross Reference Factors for Solaris Calibration Using Calibration Cylinder P N 10045035 6 6 Table 6 9 HYDROGEN SULFIDE appropriate models only Typical Performance Specifications 00 000 6 7 Table 6 10 HYDROGEN SULFIDE Cross Reference Factors for Solaris Calibration Using Calibration Cylinder P N10045035 6 7 Table 6 11 Nitrogen Appropriate Models Only Dioxide Typical Performance Specifications 6 8 Table 6 12 Nitrogen Dioxide Appropriate Models Only Cross Reference Factors for Solaris Calibration 6 8 Chapter 7 Replacement and Accessory Parts 7 1 Table 7 1 Replacement
11. 60 ppm CO 813718 Three Gas RP 2 50 CH4 15 0 O9 20 ppm H2S 10048889 Four Gas Gas RP 2 50 CH4 15 0 O 60 ppm CO 20 ppm H5S 10048890 Table 7 3 Accessory Parts List NO Versions Only PART PART NO Four Gas Econocal 2 50 CH4 15 0 O9 60 ppm CO 10 ppm NO2 10058172 Four Gas Econocal 1 45 CH4 15 0 O9 60 ppm CO 10 ppm NO2 10058036 Four Gas RP 2 50 CH4 15 0 O9 60 ppm CO 10 ppm NO2 10058171 Four Gas RP 1 45 CH4 15 0 O9 60 ppm CO 10 ppm NO2 10058034 7 3 Figure 7 1 Replacement Parts see Table 7 1 7 4
12. ERO CAL ZERO CAL SPAN FLASHES PERFORM CAL SPAN _20 SECONDS O BUTTO Figure 4 1 Calibration Flow Chart 4 3 L PPM TO PPM H2S Figure 4 2 Zero Flag INA NG ed g al LO LU al N PP I C3 m KI Figure 4 3 CAL Flag 4 Connect the appropriate calibration gas to the instrument 5 Attach the calibration cap to the instrument a Connect one end of the tubing to the calibration cap b Connect other end of tubing to the cylinder regulator supplied in the calibration kit c Ensure that TOP and 1 on the calibration cap are oriented so that TOP is positioned at the top of the instrument 6 Open the valve on the regulator 7 Push the ON OFF button to calibrate span the instrument e CAL SPAN flashes for approximately 90 seconds e If autocalibration sequence passes the instrument beeps three times and returns to the Measure mode NOTE To skip calibration and return to the Measure mode 4 4 push the RESET button If no button is pushed for 30 seconds the instrument returns to the Measure mode 8 Remove the calibration cap 9 Close the valve on the regulator NOTE The autocalibration procedure adjusts the span value for any sensor that passes the test sensors that fail autocalibration are left unch
13. IGURE 2 10 FLASH Figure 2 10 Exposure Page with TWA Alarm e The TWA flag will appear in the upper portion of the display to show the average exposure since the instrument was turned ON or the TWA reading was reset e When the amount of gas detected by the Solaris Multigas Detector is greater than the eight hour TWA limit Alarm Sounds e Alarm Lights Flash e TWA flashes To Reset the TWA 1 Access the TWA page 2 Press the RESET button The TWA alarm is calculated over an eight hour exposure Calculation examples are as follows e 1 hour exposure of 50 PPM 1 hour x 50 PPM 7 hours x 0 PPM 8 hours 6 25 PPM e 4 hour exposure of 50 PPM 4 hour exposure of 100 PPM 4 hours x 50 PPM 4 hours x100 PPM 8 hours 75 PPM e 12 hour exposure of 100 PPM 12 hours x 100 PPM 8 hours 150 PPM NOTE The accumulated reading is always divided by eight hours A WARNING If the TWA alarm condition is reached while using the instru ment as a personal or area monitor leave the contaminated area immediately the ambient gas concentration has reached the preset TWA alarm level Failure to follow this warning will cause over exposure to toxic gases which can result in serious personal injury or death Time Display FIGURE 2 11 2 16 Figure 2 11 Time Display TIME appears on the display to show the current time of d
14. N or e MIN reading was reset e MIN appears in the upper portion of the display To reset the MIN Reading 1 Access the Min page 2 Press the RESET button Short Term Exposure Limits STEL FIGURE 2 9 gt ALARM FLASH ty TE 45 Figure 2 9 Exposure Page with STEL Alarm ANAL Le e The STEL flag appear in the upper portion of the display to show the average exposure over a 15 minute period e When the amount of gas detected by the Solaris Multigas Detector is greater than the STEL limit e Alarm sounds e Alarm lights flash e STEL flashes To Reset the STEL 1 Access the STEL page 2 Press the RESET button The STEL alarm is calculated over a 15 minute exposure Calculation examples are as follows e Assume the Detector has been running for at least 15 minutes 2 14 e 15 minute exposure of 35 PPM 15 minutes x 35 PPM 35 ppm 15 minutes e 10 minute exposure of 35 PPM 5 minute exposure of 15 PPM 10 minutes x 35 PPM 5 minutes x 5 PPM _ 25 PPM 15 minutes A WARNING If the STEL alarm condition is reached while using the instrument as a personal or area monitor leave the contam inated area immediately the ambient gas concentration has reached the preset STEL alarm level Failure to follow this warning will cause over exposure to toxic gases which can result in serious personal injury or death Time Weighted Average TWA F
15. NGA Solaris MultiGas Detector Operating Manual MSAIRTITTS In North America to contact your nearest stocking location dial toll free 1 800 MSA 2222 To contact MSA International dial 1 412 967 3354 or 1 800 MSA 7777 MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES COMPANY 2005 All Rights Reserved This manual is available on the internet at www msanet com Manufactured by MSA INSTRUMENT DIVISION P O Box 427 Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 15230 L Rev 2 10046201 A WARNING THIS MANUAL MUST BE CAREFULLY READ BY ALL INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE OR WILL HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR USING OR SERVICING THE PRODUCT Like any piece of complex equipment this instrument will perform as designed only if it is used and serv iced in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions OTHERWISE IT COULD FAIL TO PERFORM AS DESIGNED AND PERSONS WHO RELY ON THIS PRODUCT FOR THEIR SAFETY COULD SUSTAIN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH The warranties made by Mine Safety Appliances Company with respect to the product are voided if the product is not used and serviced in accordance with the instructions in this manual Please protect yourself and others by following them We encourage our cus tomers to write or call regarding this equipment prior to use or for any additional infor mation relative to use or service Table of Contents Chapter 1 Instrument Safety and Certifications 1 1 A WARNING anan baa Kanan BN 1 1 Safety Limitations and Precautions
16. Parts List 7 2 Table 7 2 Accessory Parts List 7 3 Table 7 3 Accessory Parts List NO Versions Only aa 7 3 Figure 7 1 Replacement Parts see Table 7 1 7 4 Chapter 1 Instrument Safety and Certifications The Solaris Multigas Detector is for use by trained and qualified personnel It is designed to be used when performing a hazard assessment to e Assess potential worker exposure to combustible and toxic gases and vapors e Determine the appropriate gas and vapor monitoring needed for a workplace The Solaris Multigas Detector can be equipped to detect e Combustible gases and certain combustible vapors e Oxygen deficient or oxygen rich atmospheres e Specific toxic gases for which a sensor is installed A WARNING e Read and follow all instructions carefully e Check calibration before each day s use and adjust if necessary e Check calibration more frequently if exposed to silicone silicates lead containing compounds hydrogen sulfide or high contaminant levels e Recheck calibration if unit is subjected to physical shock e Use only to detect gases vapors for which a sensor is installed Do not use to detect combustible dusts or mists e Make sure adequate oxygen is present Do not block sensors e Have a trained and qualified person interpret instrument readings e Do not recharge Li ION battery in a combustible atmosphere Do not replace alkaline ba
17. alibration gas expected calibration gas values Time and date if data logging option installed Last CAL date if data logging option installed CAL due date if activated and if data logging option installed Instrument warm up period Fresh Air Setup option Last Cal Date The Solaris Multigas Detector is equipped with a last successful calibration date feature The date shown is the last date that all installed sensors were successfully calibrated LAST CAL is displayed with this date in the following format MM DD YY DNODDA RK OUY If any of the sensors were not previously calibrated LAST CAL INVALID is displayed Cal Due Date The Solaris Multigas Detector with data logging and software version 1 1 or higher is equipped with a Calibration Due Date feature To activate this feature see Chapter 3 Accessing the Instrument Setup Mode If the calibration due date feature is activated following Last Cal Date the message CAL DUE X DAYS appears on the instrument LCD e x the number of days until a calibration is due user selectable for 1 to 180 days If the number of days until calibration is due reaches 0 an alert occurs and CAL DUE NOW displays Press the RESET button to clear the alert and continue with the instrument warm up period During Normal Measure mode if the calibration due date feature is activated and calibration is due the instrument beeps and displays CAL DUE every
18. anged Since residual gas may be present the instrument may briefly go into an exposure alarm after the calibration sequence is completed Autocalibration Failure If the Solaris Multigas Detector cannot calibrate one or more sensors the instrument goes into the Autocalibration Failure Page and remains in alarm until the RESET button is pushed Sensors that could not be calibrated are indicated by dashed lines on the concentration display 4 5 Chapter 5 Warranty and Live Maintenance Procedures MSA Portable Instrument Warranty 1 Warranty ITEM WARRANTY PERIOD Chassis and electronics Two years All sensors unless otherwise specified Two years This warranty does not cover filters fuses etc Certain other accessories not specifically listed here may have different warranty periods This warranty is valid only if the product is maintained and used in accordance with Seller s instructions and or recommendations The Seller shall be released from all obligations under this warranty in the event repairs or modifications are made by persons other than its own or authorized service personnel or if the warranty claim results from physical abuse or misuse of the product No agent employee or representative of the Seller has any authority to bind the Seller to any affirmation representation or warranty concerning this product Seller makes no warranty concerning components or accessories not manufactured by the Seller but will pass
19. ay in a 24 hour format Date Display FIGURE 2 12 z m d 4 H He iL LI Ag Figure 2 12 Date Display e DATE appears on the display with the current date displayed in the following format e MM DD YY Turning OFF the Solaris Multigas Detector Push and Hold the ON OFF button for three seconds NOTE Releasing the ON OFF button before the three seconds elapse returns the instrument to the Measure page 2 17 Chapter 3 Setting up the Solaris Multigas Detector Power Systems The Solaris instrument is supplied with a Li ION battery or three AA Alkaline batteries These batteries have a nominal runtime of 14 and 12 hours respectively In colder temperatures battery output may be reduced See TABLE 3 1 for capacity reductions expected for batteries at these temperatures Table 3 1 Battery Capacity Reductions Expected at Colder Temperatures TEMPERATURE Li ION AA ALKALINE 21 C 70 F None None 20 C 4 F 40 90 Battery Charging Lithium lon Battery version only Charge the battery by using the Charger supplied with the instrument A CAUTION Use of any charger other than the Charger supplied with the instrument may damage or improperly charge the batteries e The charger is capable of charging a completely depleted pack in less than four hours in normal room temperature environments NOTE Allow very hot or cold instruments to stabilize for one hour at room temperature
20. before attempting to charge e Minimum and maximum ambient temperature to charge the instrument is 10 C 50 F and 35 C 95 F respectively e For best results charge the instrument at room temperature 23 C To Charge the Instrument e Carefully place instrument into the charge stand e Charger status is indicated by the LED e Green Charging complete e Red Charging in process e Yellow Failure Mode remove from charger 3 1 e CHARGE flashes on the Solaris display when the unit is installed on the charge stand e This is not an indication that the charge is complete Battery Replacement Alkaline Battery Version Only 4a WARNING Do not remove the intrument s batteries in a hazardous area To replace Solaris Multigas Detector batteries 1 Unscrew the captive screws from the bottom and top of the battery door 2 Replace the batteries using only batteries listed on the Approval Label 3 Attach battery door to instrument and tighten the screws Figure 3 1 Battery Replacement Changing Instrument Settings Many options can be set using the instrument buttons e If the Solaris Multigas Detector was ordered with the optional datalogging the MSA FiveStar LINK software can be used to set most of the instrument selections including some that cannot be changed from the instrument s front panel buttons 3 2 Accessing the Instrument Setup Mode 1 Press and hold the RESET button while turning the i
21. d other conditions the instrument Battery Low and Battery Shutdown times could be shorter than anticipated A WARNING Recharge the instrument or replace the batteries when the Battery Low or Battery Shutdown conditions occur Sensor Missing Alarm The Solaris Multigas Detector will enter the Sensor Missing alarm if the instrument detects that an enabled sensor is not properly installed in the instrument For O2 CO and H5S sensors the Sensor Missing feature is checked when the instrument is turned ON and when leaving the Setup mode The combustible Sensor Missing feature is continually monitored If a sensor is detected as missing the following occurs e e SENSOR and MISSING flash on the display The flag above the sensor detected as missing flashes on the display Alarm sounds and lights flash Alarm can be silenced by pressing the RESET button No other pages can be viewed After approximately one minute the instrument automatically turns OFF A WARNING If a Sensor Missing condition occurs stop using the instru ment it can no longer alert you of potential hazards 1 Leave the area immediately 2 Turn OFF the instrument if it is ON 3 Report to the person responsible for maintenance Failure to follow this procedure could result in serious per sonal injury or death 2 5 Calibration Check The calibration check is simple and should only take about one minute Perform this calibration check befor
22. e 0 8 Propylene 0 8 Styrene 1 9 Tetrahydrofuran 0 9 Toluene 1 2 Vinyl Acetate 0 9 VM amp P Naptha 1 6 O Xylene 1 2 6 3 RESPONSE NOTES 1 The compounds may reduce the sensitivity of the combustible gas sensor by poisoning or inhibiting the catalytic action 2 These compounds may reduce the sensitivity of the combustible gas sensor by polymerizing on the catalytic surface 3 For an instrument calibrated on Pentane multiply the displayed LEL value by the conversion factor above to get the true LEL 4 These conversion factors should be used only if the combustible gas is known 5 These conversion factors are typical for a Solaris Multigas Detector Individual units may vary by 25 from these values Table 6 5 COMBUSTIBLE GAS Cross Reference Factors for Solaris FX This TABLE shows the variation in response of the 4P 50 CiTipel on exposure to a range of gases and vapors at the same LEL concentration GAS VAPOR RELATIVE GAS VAPOR RELATIVE SENSITIVITY SENSITIVITY Methane 100 Carbon monoxide 115 Propane 65 Acetone 70 nButane 65 Methyl ethyl ketone 55 n Pentane 60 Toluene 40 n Hexane 50 Ethyl acetate 60 n Heptane 45 Hydrogen 115 n Octane 40 Ammonia 130 Methanol 95 Cyclohexane 55 Ethanol 85 Leaded petrol 60 Iso propyl alcohol 60 Unleaded petrol 60 Acetylene 80 Ethylene 85 Each sensitivity has been rounded to the nearest 5 Tgo for Ammonia is
23. e LEL Mode NOTES Refer to Chapter 3 Setting up the Multigas Detector for instructions on changing the autocalibration expected gas concentrations if calibration gas with concentrations other than those listed above will be used to calibrate the instrument e For 30 C F R Part 75 determinations MSHA versions the Solaris Multigas Detector must be operated in the 0 5 by volume CH4 mode and must be calibrated with 2 5 by volume methane 4a WARNING The expected gas concentrations must match the gas con centrations listed on the calibration cylinder s Failure to follow this warning will cause an incorrect calibration which can result in serious personal injury or death 4 1 To Calibrate the Solaris Multigas Detector FIGURE 4 1 1 Turn ON the instrument and verify that battery is sufficiently charged 2 Wait until the Measure Gases page appears 3 Push and hold the RESET button until CAL ZERO flashes on the display FIGURE 4 2 4 Push the ON OFF button to zero the instrument Instrument must be in fresh air to perform the zero e CAL ZERO flashes NOTE To skip the Zero procedure and move directly to the calibration span procedure push the RESET button If no button is pushed for 30 seconds the instrument returns to the Measure mode Once the zeros are set CAL SPAN flashes FIGURE 4 3 MEASURE PRESS RESET BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS CAL ZERO FLASHES ON OFF PERFORM Z
24. e each day s use 1 Verify that readings indicate no gas is present A OO N 00o N OA Turn ON the Solaris Multigas Detector in clean fresh air Attach calibration cap to the Solaris Multigas Detector Ensure that TOP and tT on the calibration cap are oriented so that TOP is positioned at the top of the instrument Attach regulator supplied with calibration kit to the cylinder Connect tubing supplied with calibration kit to the regulator Attach other end of tubing to the calibration cap Open the valve on the regulator e The regulator flow rate is 0 25 lpm e The reading on the Solaris Multigas Detector display should be within the limits stated on the calibration cylinder or limits determined by your company e If necessary change cylinder to introduce other calibration gases e If readings are not within these limits the Solaris Multigas Detector requires recalibration See Chapter 4 Calibration Measuring Gas Concentrations Combustible Gases LEL FIGURE 2 2 Ul ALARM Haga pai ON SU cud FLASH s PPM CU L PPM H2S ri ri Li LI Figure 2 2 Instrument in LEL Alarm The Solaris Multigas Detector can be equipped to detect combustible gases in the atmosphere Alarms sound when concentrations reach e Alarm Setpoint or e 100 LEL Lower Explosive Limit 5 CH4 e When the combustible gas indication reaches
25. e instrument as an inspection device do not enter the area without proper protection Failure to follow this warning will cause over exposure to toxic gases which can result in serious personal injury or death Solaris Multigas Detector Equipped with an NO Sensor Only e The Solaris Multigas Detector can be equipped to detect NO93 Units are identified e at turn ON by displaying TOX2 NO2 e during continuous operation by scrolling Solaris NO2 across the display 2 9 The following operations remain the same for the H2S CO and NO sensors sensor missing alarm sensor setup e calibration TWA e STEL A CAUTION NO3 H2S or any toxic sensor cannot be interchanged to a different location within the instrument otherwise improper operation will result The NO3 Sensor e must be placed in the black sensor holder e gasket is also black K LEL 02 FLASH ang k Figure 2 5 Instrument in NO Gas Alarm NO Versions Only 2 10 Safe LED The Solaris Multigas Detector is equipped with a green SAFE LED This green SAFE LED will flash every 15 seconds under the following conditions e The green SAFE LED is enabled e Instrument is on the normal Measure Gases page e Combustible reading is 0 LEL or 0 CH4 e Oxygen O92 reading is 20 8 e Carbon Monoxide CO reading is O ppm e Hydrogen Sulfide H2S reading is O ppm e No gas alarms are presen
26. e oxygen deficient Too much oxygen enriched e When the alarm setpoint is reached for either of the above e Alarm sounds e Alarm lights flash Op flag above the concentration flashes A WARNING If the Oxygen alarm condition is reached while using the instrument as a personal or area monitor leave the area imme diately the ambient condition has reached a preset alarm level If using the instrument as an inspection device do not enter the area without proper protection Failure to follow this warning will cause exposure to a hazardous environment which can result in serious personal injury or death 2 8 Toxic Gas Measurements FIGURE 2 4 AARM al AAO Sad NG t LEL i nm i Lt CLIO CO PPM H2S HIN Ni iLi LI aan IN PI P J M ii Figure 2 4 Instrument in Toxic Gas Alarm e The Solaris Multigas Detector can be equipped to detect e Carbon Monoxide CO and or e Hydrogen Sulfide H2S in the atmosphere e When the alarm setpoint is reached for Carbon Monoxide CO and or Hydrogen Sulfide H5S e Alarm Sounds e Alarm Lights flash PPM CO or PPM H3S flag above the concentration flashes 4a WARNING If the Toxic Gas alarm condition is reached while using the instrument as a personal or area monitor leave the area immediately the ambient condition has reached a preset alarm level If using th
27. ent in Toxic Gas Alarm 2 9 A WARNING 3 250 28 axa he core Ge odie oa KANG 2 9 Ak CAUTION re rir Ban cloacae paasa eased 2 10 Figure 2 5 Instrument in NO Gas Alarm NO 5 Versions Only aa ude anit kang 2 10 Safe LED yc came dite ns Ma daa kathang banka 2 11 Operating Beep 0c 2 11 Viewing Optional Displays FIGURE 2 6 2 12 Figure 2 6 Flow Diagram 2 12 Peak Readings PEAK FIGURE 2 7 2 13 Minimum Readings MIN FIGURE 2 8 2 13 Figure 2 7 PEAK Readings on the Display 2 13 Figure 2 8 MIN Reading on the Display 2 13 Short Term Exposure Limits STEL FIGURE 2 9 2 14 To Reset the STEL a 2 14 Figure 2 9 Exposure Page with STEL Alarm 2 14 Time Weighted Average TWA FIGURE 2 10 2 15 A WARNING oeenn annaa AD TG BE Bak 2 15 Figure 2 10 Exposure Page with TWA Alarm 2 15 To Reset the TWA 0 2 16 A WARNING kk RN AN KAWA 2 16 Time Display FIGURE 2 11 2 17 Date Display FIGURE 2 12 2 17 Turning OFF the Solaris Multigas Detector 2 17 Figure 2 11 Time Display 2 17 Figure 2 12 Date Display 2 17 AK CAUTION og 5 00 bc ea i KGAD AA NAA ne 3 1 Chapter 3 Setting up the Solaris Multigas Detector 3 1 Power Systems x paanan eae ages FeaGa unnai 3 1 Table 3 1 Battery Capacity Reductions Expected at Cold
28. er Temperatures 3 1 Battery Charging Lithium lon Battery version only 3 1 To Charge the Instrument 55 3 1 A WARNING 257 Da LANA NAA oo Cea Rae NN 3 2 Figure 3 1 Battery Replacement 3 2 Accessing the Instrument Setup Mode 3 3 Chapter 4 Calibration Kash AA PAD Adah DAL 4 1 A WARNING soit mak haa saat bess epee 4 1 Calibrating the Solaris Multigas Detector 4 1 Table 4 1 Autocalibration and Required Calibration Cylinders 4 1 To Calibrate the Solaris Multigas Detector FIGURE 4 1 2 2 eee 4 2 Figure 4 1 Calibration Flow Chart 4 3 Figure 4 2 Zero Flag 0 0c 4 4 Figure 4 3 CAL Flag 0 00 e eee eee 4 4 Autocalibration Failure 0 0 0 0 eee eee 4 5 Chapter 5 Warranty and Live Maintenance Procedures 5 1 MSA Portable Instrument Warranty 5 1 Cleaning and Periodic Checks 5 2 A WARNING 5 346542 4 cgi be he oe Pavol as 5 2 Ak WARNING 040 10 sa aration wants aranana ena 5 2 SOLAGE ent Oona cag BANK alte Gee ating dem 5 3 Shipment 1 23 48 a Bt ae Is bl ee aM LAR hls 5 3 Troubleshooting 000 e eee ee eee 5 3 A WARNING kag So sts nish ence Si pilot Ani To sant 5 3 Live Maintenance Procedures 5 4 Sensor Replacement naana 5 4 A WARNING 302 ia es cat cd Ka ca Gd AA 5 4 Ak WARNING oo ios iain mka eras de Late Nika be 5
29. iate radio frequency energy Operation of this instrument may cause interference in which case the user may be required to correct e This device is test equipment and is not subject to FCC technical regulations However it has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device specified in Part 15 of the FCC regulations e This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the CRTC e There is no guarantee that interference will not occur If this instrument is determined to cause interference to radio or television reception try the following corrective measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase separation between the instrument and the radio TV receiver e Consult an experienced radio TV technician for help 1 4 Chapter 2 Using the Solaris Multigas Detector Turning ON the Solaris Multigas Detector Press the Power ON button the instrument displays 1 A self test e All segments display e Audible alarm sounds e Alarm light illuminate e Vibrator activates e Software version displays e Internal diagnostics e VISUAL OFF displays if red LEDs disabled e BACKLITE OFF displays if backlight disabled e AUDIBLE OFF displays if buzzer disabled e VIBRATE OFF displays if vibrator disabled 2 Alarm setpoints e Low e High e STEL if activated e TWA if activated C
30. isture Use sufficient padding to protect it from the rigors of handling Damage due to improper packaging or damage in shipment is not covered by the instrument s warranty Troubleshooting The Solaris Multigas Detector will operate reliably for years when cared for and maintained properly If the instrument becomes inoperative you may contact MSA at MSA Instrument Division Service Department 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive Cranberry Township PA 16066 5207 1 800 MSA INST To contact MSA International please call 1 412 967 3000 or 1 800 MSA 7777 5 3 Live Maintenance Procedures Sensor Replacement 1 Verify that the instrument is turned OFF 2 Remove the front case 3 Gently lift out and properly discard the sensor to be replaced e Remove the CO or H2S sensor with a nonconductive or nonmetallic flat blade screwdriver or similar tool by pressing against the sensor holder tab and lifting out the sensor e CO sensor holder tab is in upper left corner H9S sensor holder tab is in upper right corner Remove the combustible or oxygen sensor gently with your fingers only A WARNING Remove and reinstall sensors carefully ensuring that the components are not damaged Damage can adversely affect the intrinsic safety of the instrument and result in serious personal injury or death Verify that combustible and oxygen sensor standoffs are installed NOTE Sensor positions cannot be changed e The CO sensor mu
31. local health and safety regulations Do not alter this instrument otherwise damage may result Use of the Galaxy Automated Test System is an alternate MSHA approved method for calibrating MSHA approved Solaris instruments Use only calibration gas that is 2 5 Methane with an accuracy of 5 when calibrating MSHA approved Solaris instruments The maximum acceptable user settable password protected Galaxy Automated Test System tolerance on Bump Limits must only be set to 10 or less when calibrating MSHA approved Solaris instruments For 30 CFR Part 75 determinations the maximum acceptable user settable password protected Galaxy Automated Test System tolerance on Bump Limits must only be set to such that 19 5 oxygen can be detected with an accuracy of 0 5 when calibrating MSHA approved Solaris instruments 1 3 Date of Instrument Manufacture The date of manufacture of your Solaris Multigas Detector is coded into the instrument serial number e The last three digits represent the month the letter and the year the two digit number e The letter corresponds to the month starting with A for January B for February etc Certifications Tests completed by MSA verify that the Solaris Multigas Detector meets applicable industry and government standards as of the date of manufacture Refer to Chapter 6 TABLE 6 1 for specific certifications Electronic Interference e This instrument generates uses and can rad
32. mmediately e Do not use the Solaris Multigas Detector to test for combustible or toxic gases in the following atmospheres as this may result in erroneous readings e Oxygen deficient or oxygen rich atmospheres e Reducing atmospheres e Furnace stacks e Inert environments e Atmospheres containing combustible airborne mists dusts 1 2 Do not use the Solaris Multigas Detector to test for combustible gases in atmospheres containing vapors from liquids with a high flash point above 38 C 100 F as this may result in erroneously low readings Do not block sensor openings as this may cause inaccurate readings Do not press on the face of the sensors as this may damage them and cause erroneous readings Do not use compressed air to clean the sensor holes as the pressure may damage the sensors Allow sufficient time for unit to display accurate reading Response times vary based on the type of sensor being utilized see Chapter 6 Performance Specifications All instrument readings and information must be interpreted by someone trained and qualified in interpreting instrument readings in relation to the specific environment industrial practice and exposure limitations Do not recharge lithium ion battery or replace alkaline batteries in a hazardous area Use only battery chargers made available by MSA for use with this instrument other chargers may damage the battery pack and the unit Dispose of batteries in accordance with
33. nd possibly cause the detector to go into alarm While the percentage of oxygen may remain at or near 20 8 the total amount of oxygen present in the atmosphere available for respiration may become a hazard if the overall pressure is reduced to a significant degree Humidity Changes If humidity changes to any significant degree e g going from a dry air conditioned environment to outdoor moisture laden air oxygen levels can change up to 0 5 This is due to water vapor in the air displacing oxygen thus reducing oxygen readings as humidity increases The oxygen sensor has a special filter to reduce the affects of humidity changes on oxygen readings This effect will not be noticed immediately but slowly impacts oxygen readings over several hours Temperature Changes The oxygen sensor has built in temperature compensation However if temperature shifts dramatically the oxygen sensor reading may shift Zero the instrument at a temperature within 30 C of the temperature of use for the least effect 6 5 Table 6 7 CARBON MONOXIDE appropriate models only Typical Performance Specifications RANGE 500 ppm CO RESOLUTION 1 ppm CO for 5 to 500 ppm CO REPRODUCIBILITY 5 ppm CO or 10 of reading whichever is greater 0 to 300 ppm CO 15 gt 300 ppm CO normal temperature range 10 ppm CO or 20 of reading whichever is greater extended temperature range RESPONSE TIME 90 of final readi
34. ng in 60 seconds normal temperature range See TABLE 6 2 NOTE Table 6 8 CARBON MONOXIDE Cross Reference Factors for Solaris Calibration Using Calibration Cylinder P N 10045035 NOTE Data is presented as the indicated output in ppm which would result from the application of 100 ppm of the test gas TEST GAS 100 PPM EQUIVALENT PPM Carbon Monoxide CO 100 9 Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 4 4 TEST GAS 100 PPM EQUIVALENT PPM Sulfur Dioxide SO 0 1 Nitrogen Dioxide NO2 2 6 Nitric Oxide NO 70 10 Chlorine Cl 1 8 Ammonia NH3 2 4 Hydrogen Chloride HCI 3 2 Ethylene C2H4 90 9 Hydrogen Cyanide HCN 0 1 Methane CH4 0 0 Ethanol EtOH 4 5 Hydrogen H2 70 26 6 6 Table 6 9 HYDROGEN SULFIDE appropriate models only Typical Performance Specifications RANGE 200 ppm H2S RESOLUTION 1 ppm H55S for 3 to 200 ppm H2S REPRODUCIBILITY 2 ppm H5S or 10 of reading whichever is greater 0 to 100 ppm H2S 15 gt 100 ppm H5S normal temperature range 5 ppm H5S or 20 of reading whichever is greater extended temperature range RESPONSE TIME 90 of final reading in 60 seconds normal temperature range See TABLE 6 2 NOTE Table 6 10 HYDROGEN SULFIDE Cross Reference Factors for Solaris Calibration Using Calibration Cylinder P N10045035 NOTE Data is presented as the indicated output in ppm which would
35. nstrument ON e SETUP displays NOTE In all of the following selections in this Set up mode e Press ON OFF to enter chosen value go to the next page e Press the ON OFF button to store the chosen value e Press RESET to decrement by one or toggle ON OFF e Press and hold RESET to decrement by 10 e Press PAGE to increment by one or toggle ON OFF e Press and hold PAGE to increment by 10 2 Enter password default 672 3 Press ON OFF to enter password e Correct Password instrument continues beeps three times e Incorrect Password instrument enters the Measure mode 4 Password ON OFF turns the password protection ON or OFF 5 New Password Setup changes the password 6 Instrument Options Setup e Safe LED ON OFF e Instrument Alarm Bypass Options Setup e Visual alarm ON OFF red LEDs e Audible alarm ON OFF buzzer Vibrator ON OFF e Backlight ON OFF e Backlight timer 10 seconds to 10 minutes e OP beep ON OFF e STEL TWA ON OFF e Time if data logging option installed e Date if data logging option installed e CAL Due ON OFF if data logging option installed e CAL Due duration 1 to 180 days 7 LEL CH Setup e Sensor ON OFF turns the sensor ON or OFF e Display Combustible Gas Type e Methane e Pentane e Hydrogen e Propane e LEL or Chy mode displays LEL for any gas or CH4 for Methane only e Low Alarm sets the low combustible alarm e High Alarm sets the high combustible alarm e Cal Gas sets the
36. resh Air Setup feature Do not use the Fresh Air Setup as a substitute for daily calibration checks The calibration check is required to verify span accuracy Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death Persons responsible for the use of the Solaris Multigas Detector must determine whether or not the Fresh Air Setup option should be used The user s abilities training and normal work practices must be considered when making this decision 1 Turn ON the Solaris Multigas Detector e Once the instrument self check is complete ZERO flashes for 10 seconds 2 To perform a Fresh Air Setup push the ON OFF button while ZERO is flashing 3 To immediately skip the FAS push the RESET button e f no buttons are pushed the ZERO automatically stops flashing after the 10 seconds have expired and the FAS is not performed CEL x02 mt SFG Li LLU PPM CO PPM H25 Vt rt LI LI Figure 2 1 Battery Indicator 2 3 Battery Life Indicator FIGURE 2 1 e The battery condition icon continuously displays in the upper portion of the screen regardless of the selected page e As the battery charge dissipates segments of the battery icon go blank until only the outline of the battery icon remains Battery Warning A Battery Warning indicates that a nominal 15 minutes of operation remain before instrument batteries are completely depleted NOTE
37. result from the application of 100 ppm of the test gas TEST GAS 100 PPM EQUIVALENT PPM Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 100 10 Ethylene C2H4 0 0 Methane CH4 0 0 Hydrogen H2 0 0 TEST GAS 100 PPM EQUIVALENT PPM Ammonia NH3 0 0 Chlorine Clo 0 0 Nitrogen Dioxide NO 20 2 Nitric Oxide NO 1 1 Carbon Monoxide CO 4 4 Hydrogen Chloride HCI 0 0 Hydrogen Cyanide HCN 1 1 Sulfur Dioxide SO 10 3 Ethanol EtOH 0 0 Toluene 0 0 6 7 Table 6 11 Nitrogen Appropriate Models Only Dioxide Typical Performance Specifications RANGE 50 0 ppm RESOLUTION 0 1 ppm H3S for 0 5 to 50 0 ppm NO REPRODUCIBILITY 0 5 ppm NO or 10 of reading whichever is greater normal temperature range 0 5 ppm NO or 20 of reading whichever is greater extended temperature range RESPONSE TIME 90 of final reading in 60 seconds normal temperature range See TABLE 6 2 NOTE Table 6 12 Nitrogen Dioxide Appropriate Models Only Cross Reference Factors for Solaris Calibration NOTE Data is presented as the indicated output in ppm which would result from the application of 10 ppm of the test gas TEST GAS 10 PPM EQUIVALENT PPM Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 12 7 11 2 Sulfur Dioxide SO 641 Carbon Monoxide CO 0 0 Nitric Oxide NO 0 0 Ammonia NH3 0 0 Methane CH4 0 0 6 8 Chapter 7 Replacement and Accessory Part
38. s 7 1 Table 7 1 Replacement Parts List ITEM PART PART NO NO 1 Gasket Sensor 10044926 Gasket Sensor FX only 10055500 2 CO Button Cell Sensor 10046944 3 H2S Button Cell Sensor 10046945 4 Op Sensor 10046946 5 Combustible Sensor 10046947 Combustible Sensor FX only 10055612 6 Case Assembly Front 10044996 Case Assembly Front Alkaline only 10068951 Case Assembly Front FX only 10055515 7 Sensor Plug Inactive Button Cell quantity up to 2 10046292 8 Insert Support Combustible Sensor 10046762 9 Insert Support O2 Sensor 10046763 10 Filter Charcoal CO 10047967 11 Charger Cradle Assembly Rechargeable only 10048185 12 Felt Protection quantity 4 10044927 13 Cap Calibration Assembly 10044994 14 Fitting Male Tapper Luer quantity 2 637266 15 North American Power Supply Rechargeable only 10047342 16 Global Power Supply Rechargeable only 10047343 17 Rear Case Assembly includes battery 10044997 Rear Case Assembly Alkaline only 10068952 Rear Case Assembly Euro 10053219 Rear Case Assembly Euro Australia only 10057044 18 Main PC Board Assembly Non I R D A 10045008 Main PC Board Assembly Non I R D A Alkaline only 10065937 Main PC Board Assembly Non I R D A Australia only 10056978 Main PC Board NO9 Non I R D A 10059028 19 Main PC Board Assembly I R D A 10045009 Main PC Board Assembly I R D A Alkaline only 10065936
39. st be placed in the red sensor holder e Note that the CO gasket in the sensor is also red The H9S sensor must be placed in the blue sensor holder e Note that the H2S gasket in the sensor is also blue Carefully align the new sensor contact pins with the sockets on the printed circuit board 6 Press the new sensor into place e Press the CO sensor into place by placing the sensor under the sensor holder tab first then press into place CO sensor tab is located in the upper left hand corner of the sensor Holder Press the H2S sensor into place by placing the sensor under the sensor holder tab first then press into place H2S sensor tab is located in the upper right hand corner of the sensor Holder If a CO or an H2S sensor is not to be installed ensure that a dummy cell is installed properly in place 7 Replace the sensor gasket and sensor filters in the front case 8 Re install the screws A WARNING Verification of calibration response is required otherwise the instrument will not perform as required and persons relying on this product for their safety could sustain serious personal injury or death 5 5 Chapter 6 Performance Specifications Table 6 1 Certifications see instrument label to determine applicable approval HAZARDOUS US UL913 for Class I Div 1 Groups A B C LOCATIONS NON MINING and D Tamb 20 C to 50 C US MINING 30 CFR Part
40. t low or high e Instrument is not in Low Battery warning or alarm CO H5S STEL and TWA readings are 0 ppm Operating Beep The Solaris Multigas Detector is equipped with an operating beep This operating beep activates every 30 seconds by momentarily beeping the horn and flashing the alarm LEDs under the following conditions e Operating beep is enabled e Instrument is on normal Measure Gases page e Instrument is not in Battery warning e Instrument is not in Gas alarm e Audible and visual options enabled 2 11 Viewing Optional Displays FIGURE 2 6 The diagram shown in FIGURE 2 6 describes the flow for optional displays DATA LOGGING JNSTRUMENTS ONLY Figure 2 6 Flow Diagram Press the PAGE button to move to 2 12 Peak Readings PEAK FIGURE 2 7 aaa PEAK 02 NI JIN a LK AY PPM H25 Imn SN WIL LLI Figure 2 7 PEAK Readings on the Display e PEAK appears in the upper portion of the display to show the highest levels of gas recorded by the Solaris Multigas Detector since Turn ON or e Peak readings were reset To Reset the Peak Readings 1 Access the Peak page 2 Press the RESET button Minimum Readings MIN FIGURE 2 8 MTANI tb Figure 2 8 MIN Reading on the Display e This page shows the lowest level of oxygen recorded by the Solaris Multigas Detector since 2 13 Turn O
41. the Alarm Setpoint e Alarm sounds e Alarm lights flash Je LEL or CH4 flag above the concentration flashes To silence the alarm press the RESET button NOTE The alarm will stay silent if the alarm condition has cleared e When the combustible gas indication reaches 100 LEL or 5 CH4 the LockAlarm circuit locks the combustible gas reading and alarm and e Alarm sounds e Alarm lights flash e 100 or 5 00 appears on the display and flashes This alarm cannot be reset with the RESET button 4a WARNING If the 100 LEL or 5 00 CH alarm condition is reached you may be in a life threatening situation there is enough gas in the atmosphere for an explosion to occur In addition any rapid up scale reading followed by a declining or erratic read ing can also be an indication that there is enough gas for an explosion If either of these indications occur leave and move away from the contaminated area immediately Failure to fol low this warning can result in serious personal injury or death After moving to a safe fresh air environment reset the alarm by turning OFF the instrument and turning it ON again 2 7 Oxygen Measurements O2 FIGURE 2 3 FLASH Figure 2 3 Instrument in Oxygen Alarm The Solaris Multigas Detector can be equipped to detect the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere e Two conditions trigger the alarm e Too littl
42. tteries in a combustible atmosphere e Do not alter or modify instrument INCORRECT USE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH 1 1 Safety Limitations and Precautions Carefully review the following safety limitations and precautions before placing this instrument in service e The Solaris Multigas Detector is designed to e Detect gases and vapors in air only e Detect only specified toxic gases for which a sensor is installed e Perform the following check before each day s use to verify proper instrument operation e Calibration check see Calibration Check section Adjust calibration if the readings are not within the specified limits e Check calibration more frequently if the unit is subjected to physical shock or high levels of contaminants Also check calibration more frequently if the tested atmosphere contains the following materials which may desensitize the combustible gas sensor and reduce its readings e Organic silicones e Silicates e Lead containing compounds e Hydrogen sulfide exposures over 200 ppm or exposures over 50 ppm for one minute e The minimum concentration of a combustible gas in air that can ignite is defined as the Lower Explosive Limit LEL A combustible gas reading of 100 or 5 00 indicates the atmosphere is above 100 LEL or 5 00 CH4 respectively and an explosion hazard exists In such cases the instrument LockAlarm feature activates Move away from contaminated area i
43. ultigas Detector will operate only if it is properly maintained A WARNING Alteration of the Solaris Multigas Detector beyond the pro cedures described in this manual or by anyone other than a person authorized by MSA could cause the instrument to fail to perform properly Use only genuine MSA replacement parts when performing any maintenance procedures described in this manual Substitution of components can seriously impair instrument performance alter intrinsic safety characteristics or void agency approvals FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH A WARNING Do not attempt to clean the sensor cover while it is in place sensor damage may occur The tops of sensors are very fragile do not touch or apply pressure to the tops of any sensors If a sensor is damaged it can cause the unit to give false readings 5 2 Storage When not in use store your Solaris Multigas Detector in a safe dry place between 5 and 40 C 23 and 104 F A WARNING After storage always recheck instrument calibration before use During storage sensors may drift or become inopera tive and may not provide warnings of dangers to the health and lives of users Shipment Pack the Solaris Multigas Detector in its original shipping container with suitable padding If the original container is unavailable an equivalent container may be substituted Seal instrument in a plastic bag to protect it from mo
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