Rki-instruments GX-2009 Manual User Manual

www.rkiinstruments.comGX-2009 Portable Gas MonitorOperator’s ManualPart Number: 71-0158RKRevision: HReleased: 6/18/14

5 • Description GX-2009 Operator’s ManualCaseThe GX-2009’s sturdy, high-impact plastic case is suitable for use in many environmental conditions, ind

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Description • 6Alligator & Belt ClipsThe GX-2009 is available with two types of clips, the standard alligator clip and

7 • Description GX-2009 Operator’s Manualsensor will respond if exposed to H2S and certain hydrocarbon gasses. The charcoal filter scrubs these gasse

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Description • 8Oxygen (O2) SensorThe O2 sensor is a galvanic type sensor. A membrane covers the cell and allows gas to diff

9 • Description GX-2009 Operator’s ManualPrinted Circuit BoardsThe primary function of the GX-2009’s printed circuit boards is to amplify the signal

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Description • 10charge remaining in the batteries. See “Recharging the GX-2009’s NiMH Batteries” on page 55 for instruction

11 • Description GX-2009 Operator’s ManualCharging stations for more than one instrument include additional chargers that are attached to each other.

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Description • 12DC Powered Charging StationAn optional DC powered single instrument charging station is available with a ve

13 • Start Up GX-2009 Operator’s ManualStart UpThis section explains how to start up the GX-2009 and get it ready for operation.Start-up Procedure1.

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Start Up • 14• If calibration is not due or Cal. Limit Check is set to None, then the following screen appears for a few se

GX-2009 Operator’s ManualWARNINGRead and understand this instruction manual before operating instrument. Improper use of the gas monitor could result

15 • Start Up GX-2009 Operator’s ManualWARNING:You must perform a bump test in order to continue to normal operation. If you do not perform a bump te

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Start Up • 168. If the GX-2009 experiences a sensor failure during start up, a screen indicating which sensor failed displa

17 • Start Up GX-2009 Operator’s ManualPerforming a Fresh Air AdjustmentBefore using the GX-2009, set the fresh air reading. Performing this adjustme

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Operation • 18OperationThis section describes the operation of the GX-2009 in Measuring Mode. It explains how enter Display

19 • Operation GX-2009 Operator’s Manualand TWA values are cleared when the unit is turned off.To enter Display Mode and view items or reset the peak

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Operation • 207. Press and release the POWER MODE button again to return to Measuring Mode.NOTE: If you do not press a butt

21 • Operation GX-2009 Operator’s Manual• The GX-2009 provides the combustible sensor with some protection against exposure to high levels of combust

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Operation • 22Alarm IndicationsThe GX-2009 will sound an alarm, the LEDs will flash, and the unit will vibrate when one of

23 • Operation GX-2009 Operator’s ManualAlarm Logic/Resetting AlarmsThe gas alarm logic can be set to either latching or self resetting with the GX-2

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Operation • 24alarm setpoint (or above for oxygen Warning).If the alarms are self-resetting, then an alarm condition will a

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual WarrantyWarrantyRKI Instruments, Inc. warrants the GX-2009 sold by us to be free from defects in materials, workmanship, an

25 • Operation GX-2009 Operator’s ManualResponding to Battery AlarmsWARNING: The GX-2009 is not operational as a gas monitoring device during a dead

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Operation • 261. Turn on the GX-2009 as directed in “Start Up” on page 13.2. Attach the sample adapter plate to the sensor

27 • Data Logging GX-2009 Operator’s ManualNOTE: The peak readings for each channel are saved until a higher peak is recorded, the peak readings are

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 28Calibration ModeThis section describes the GX-2009 in Calibration Mode. In Calibration Mode, you can m

29 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s ManualUsing Calibration ModeWARNING: The GX-2009 is not in operation as a gas detector while in Calibration

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 306. When you are done using the menu items in Calibration Mode, use the AIR button to scroll through th

31 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s ManualCAL menu item to perform a span adjustment. A fresh air adjustment performed in Calibration Mode is th

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 32calibration kit. The procedure below describes a span adjustment of all four channels using a calibrat

33 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manualthe AIR button.• When the desired channel is displayed, press and release the POWER MODE button to sel

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 343. Use the sample tubing to connect the calibration adapter plate to the regulator. Attach the tubing

Table of Contents GX-2009 Operator’s ManualTable of ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manual6. Press and release the POWER MODE button. The LCD will display the current gas readings and “AUTO CA

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 3617.Store the components of the calibration kit in a safe and convenient place.Performing a Span Adjust

37 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manualdescribed in “Performing a Fresh Air Adjustment” on page 30.2. At the ONE CAL screen, press and releas

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 386. Push the adapter plate onto the GX-2009’s sensor face. Make sure the adapter plate is oriented as s

39 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manual12.The GX-2009 will make the span adjustment and will return to the channel selection screen.The chann

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 40Performing a Bump Test in BUMPNOTE: Bump Test Function must be set to On using the GX-2009 User Setup

41 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s ManualNOTE: The bump test gas concentrations are the same as the AUTO CAL gas concentrations.If the values a

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 425. Push the adapter plate onto the GX-2009’s sensor face. Make sure the adapter plate is oriented as s

43 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manual9. When Calibration After Bump Test Failed is set to OFF:• The instrument will display which channels

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 4410.When Calibration After Bump Test Failed is set to ON:If all channels pass the bump test, • The foll

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Table of ContentsUser Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45 • Calibration Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manual• To view the calibration gas reading, press the AIR button again.• To return to the BUMP screen in Ca

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Calibration Mode • 461. When the REFRESH screen is displayed, press and release the POWER MODE button. Two screens begin al

47 • User Setup Mode GX-2009 Operator’s ManualUser Setup ModeThis section describes the GX-2009 in User Setup Mode. User setup mode has the same menu

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual User Setup Mode • 482. Press and hold the AIR button, then press and hold the POWER MODE button. You will hear a beep after

49 • User Setup Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manualadjustment. To switch from increasing to decreasing a value or decreasing to increasing a value, do the

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual User Setup Mode • 50Setting the Alarm PointsEntering the ALARM--P menu item allows you to set the alarm points for each cha

51 • User Setup Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manual3. When the desired channel is displayed, press and release the POWER MODE button to select the channel

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual User Setup Mode • 52Setting the PasswordYou can password protect entry into the User Setup Mode with the password feature.

53 • User Setup Mode GX-2009 Operator’s Manual8. Repeat Step 5 through Step 7 until you have set all four of the digits. 9. When you save the last di

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Maintenance • 54MaintenanceThis section describes troubleshooting procedures for the GX-2009. It also describes how to rech

1 • Introduction GX-2009 Operator’s ManualIntroductionUsing an advanced detection system consisting of four gas sensors, the GX-2009 personal four-ga

55 • Maintenance GX-2009 Operator’s ManualRecharging the GX-2009’s NiMH BatteriesWARNING: To prevent ignition of a hazardous atmosphere, batteries mu

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Maintenance • 563. If using an AC powered charging station, plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.To AC OutletAC Po

57 • Maintenance GX-2009 Operator’s ManualIf using a DC powered charging station, plug the 12 VDC vehicle plug adapter into a vehicle’s 12 VDC power

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Maintenance • 584. Put the GX-2009 in the charging base. Tabs at the top and bottom of the charging base retain the instrum

59 • Maintenance GX-2009 Operator’s Manual“memory effect” and the run time of the instrument may be decreased. If you notice this effect with your in

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Maintenance • 605. As you pull the top of the rear case away from the front case, you will feel a slight click as the botto

61 • Maintenance GX-2009 Operator’s Manual8. Replace each battery with a new one. Note the polarity markings on the circuit board and batteries when

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Maintenance • 62Replacing the Scrubber FiltersWARNING: Replace the scrubber filters in a non-hazardous environment.1. Verif

63 • Maintenance GX-2009 Operator’s Manual7. Reattach the sensor cover retainer in its original position. It should snap into place onto the sensor r

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Maintenance • 644. Remove the sensor from its socket.5. Carefully insert the replacement sensor in the socket.POWER MODEAIR

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Specifications • 2SpecificationsTable 1: Model GX-2009 SpecificationsTarget Gas Combustibles,Methane (CH4) calibration stan

65 • Maintenance GX-2009 Operator’s ManualCAUTION: When replacing a sensor, verify that the sensor is properly aligned with its socket before inserti

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Parts List • 66Parts ListTable 7 lists replacement parts and accessories for the GX-2009.Table 7: Parts ListPart Number Des

67 • Parts List GX-2009 Operator’s Manual49-2170RK-04 Charging station with AC adapter for four instruments, 115 VAC49-2170RK-05 Charging station wit

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Parts List • 6881-1004RK Regulator, fixed flow, 0.5 LPM, 58/34 liter aluminum, 103 liter steel81-1107RK Calibration/sample

3 • Specifications GX-2009 Operator’s ManualNOTE: The bump test function in Calibration Mode is included in instruments with firmware version 03955 o

GX-2009 Operator’s Manual Description • 4DescriptionThis section describes the GX-2009’s components and the charging station. These components includ