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Introduction

Introduction

The operator’s manual provides basic information to operate the GasAlertQuattro gas detector. For complete operating instructions, refer to the GasAlertQuattro Technical Reference Guide provided on the CD-ROM. The GasAlertQuattro gas detector (“the detector”) is designed to warn of hazardous gas levels above user-defined alarm setpoints.
The detector is a personal safety device. It is your responsibility to respond properly to the alarm.

Note

The detector is shipped with English as the default displayed language. Additional languages provided are French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish. The screens for the additional languages are displayed on the detector and in the corresponding operator’s manual.

Zeroing the Sensors

To zero the sensors, refer to steps #1-3 in Calibration on page 8.

Safety Information - Read First

Use the detector only as specified in this operator’s manual and the technical reference guide, otherwise protection provided by the detector may be impaired. Read the following Cautions before using the detector.

Cautions

  • Warning: Substitution of components may impair Intrinsic Safety.
  • Before using the detector, refer to Sensor Poisons and Contaminants.
  • Protect the combustible sensor from exposure to lead compounds, silicones, and chlorinated hydrocarbons. Although certain organic vapors (such as leaded gasoline and halogenated hydrocarbons) may temporarily inhibit sensor performance, in most cases the sensor will recover after calibration.
  • Caution: For safety reasons, this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. Read and understand the technical reference guide completely before operating or servicing.
  • Charge the detector before first-time use. JJS Technical Services by Honeywell recommends the detector be charged after every workday.
  • Calibrate the detector before first-time use and then on a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants. JJS recommends that the sensors must be calibrated regularly and at least once every 180 days (6 months).
  • Calibrate only in a safe area that is free of hazardous gas in an atmosphere of 20.9% oxygen.
  • 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.
  • Only the combustible gas detection portion of this instrument has been assessed for performance by CSA International.
  • JJS recommends that the combustible sensor be checke with a known concentration of calibration gas after any exposure to contaminants/poisons such as sulfur compounds, silicon vapors, halogenated compounds, etc.
  • JJS 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, visual, and vibrator alarms are activated. Calibrate if the readings are not within the specified limits.
  • Caution: High off-scale LEL readings may indicate an explosive concentration.
  • Any rapid up scaling reading followed by a declining or erratic reading may indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale limit, which can be hazardous.
  • For use only in potentially explosive atmospheres where oxygen concentrations do not exceed 20.9% (v/v).
  • Extended exposure of the GasAlertQuattro to certain concentrations of combustible gases and air may stress the detector element that can seriously affect its performance. If an alarm occurs due to a high concentration of combustible gases, a calibration should be performed, or if needed, the sensor replaced.
  • Warning: The lithium battery (QT-BAT-R01) may present a risk of fire or chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate.
  • Warning: Do not use any other lithium batteries with the GasAlertQuattro detector. Use of any other cell can cause fire and/or explosion. To order and replace the QT-BAT-R01 lithium battery, contact JJS Technologies by Honeywell.
  • Warning: Lithium polymer cells exposed to heat at 266°F (130°C) for 10 minutes can cause fire and/or explosion.
  • Warning: This instrument contains a lithium polymer battery. Dispose of used 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.
  • Keep lithium cells away from children.
  • Deactivating the detector by removing the battery pack may cause improper operation and harm the detector.