Safety Information - Read First

Use the detector only as specified in this guide and the operator’s manual, otherwise the protection provided by the detector may be impaired.

International symbols on the detector and in this manual are explained in Table 2.

Read the Cautions on the following pages before using the detector.

Warning

This instrument contains a lithium polymer battery. Dispose of lithium cells immediately. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries must be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler.

Cautions

Warning: Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.
Before using the detector, refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants.
Warning: For safety reasons, this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. Read and understand the user manual completely before operating or servicing.
Do not use the detector if it is damaged. Inspect the detector before using. Look for cracks and/or missing parts.
If the detector is damaged or parts are missing, contact BW Technologies by Honeywell immediately.
Only use sensor(s) that are specifically designed for the GasAlertMicroClip. Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories.
Calibrate the detector before first-time use and then on a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants. BW recommends calibrating at least once every 180 days (6 months).
BW recommends to “bump test” the sensors before each day’s use to confirm their ability to respond to gas by exposing the detector to a gas concentration that exceeds the alarm setpoints. Manually verify that the audible and visual alarms are activated. Calibrate if the readings are not within the specified limits.
BW recommends the combustible sensor be checked with a known concentration of calibration gas after any known exposure to catalyst contaminants/poisons (sulfur compounds, silicon vapors, halogenated compounds, etc).
The combustible sensor is factory calibrated to 50% LEL methane. If monitoring a different combustible gas in the % LEL range, calibrate the sensor using the appropriate gas.
Caution: High off-scale readings may indicate an explosive concentration.
Only the combustible gas detection portion of this instrument has been assessed for performance by CSA International.
Protect the combustible sensor from exposure to lead compounds, silicones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons.
Sensor exposure to certain organic vapors (such as leaded gasoline and halogenated hydrocarbons) may temporarily inhibit sensor performance. After exposure, a bump test or calibration is recommended.
For use only in potentially explosive atmospheres where oxygen concentrations do not exceed 20.9% (v/v).
Any rapid up-scaling reading followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale limit, which may be hazardous.
Only calibrate the detector in a fresh air environment and in a safe area.
Use only BW approved batteries for the GasAlertMicroClip detector. Refer to Specifications.
Charge the detector before first-time use. BW recommends the detector be charged after every workday.
Charge the detector using the recommended charging adapter only. Do not use any other charging adapter. Failure to adhere to this caution can lead to fire and/or explosion.
Extended exposure of the detector to certain concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress a detector element that can seriously affect its performance. If an alarm occurs due to high concentration of combustible gases, calibrate the detector. If necessary, replace the sensor.
Do not test the combustible sensor’s response with a butane cigarette lighter; doing so will damage the sensor.
Do not expose the detector to electrical shock and/or severe continuous mechanical shock.
Do not attempt to disassemble, adjust, or service the detector unless instructions for that procedure are provided in the technical reference guide, and/or that part is listed as a replacement part. Use only BW Technologies by Honeywell replacement parts. Refer to Replacement Parts and Accessories.
The detector warranty will be voided if customers, personnel, or third parties damage the detector during repair attempts. Non-BW Technologies by Honeywell repair/service attempts void this warranty

Table 2. International Symbols

Symbols	Description
	Approved to both U.S. and Canadian Standards by CSA International
	European Explosive Protection
	Conforms to European Union Directives
ATEX	Conforms to European ATEX Directives
IECEx	International Electrotechnical Commission Scheme for Certification to Standards for Electrical Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres
	Conforms to Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL) Certification
	Natural Institute of Metrology, Quality, and Technology. Conforms to Brazilian INMETRO Certification.
	Australian Regulatory Compliance Mark