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QRAE 3 User’s Guide Contents 1. Standard Contents ........................................................................................................... 6 2. General Information ........................................................................................................ 7 3. User Interface .................................................................................................................. 8 3.1. Display Overview.................................................................
QRAE 3 User’s Guide WARNINGS 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.
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 FULLSCALE 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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide CAUTION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules / Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
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/D contains the following marking: RAE SYSTEMS 3775 N. 1st . St., San Jose CA 95134, USA PGM-25XX/D Type PGM-25XX/ PGM-25XXD Serial No/barcode: XXXX-XXXX-XX IECEx CSA 13.0029X Ex ia IIC T4 Ga 0575 II 1G SIRA 13 ATEX 2390X Ex ia IIC T4 Ga 12.2583152 Cl.I, Div 1, Grps A, B, C, D T4 Class I, Zone 0 AEX/Ex ia IIC T4 C22.2 No.152-M1984 ANSI/ISA-12.13.
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 Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), Lithium-ion, or Alkaline batteries.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 1. Standard Contents The QRAE 3 is available in various user-specified configurations, each with the accessories shown below.
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 sensors to fit a wide variety of applications.
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 strength Pump, Datalog, and Battery Status indicators Reading value Sensor type Unit of measure Soft keys (functions change by activity) 3.1.1.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide Icon Function All sensors tested and calibrated tick mark (all sensors have been bump tested and calibrated; no sensor is overdue for a bump test or calibration according to the intervals configured on the instrument 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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 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. One sensor. Two sensors. Three sensors. Four sensors. 3.3. Menus The reading menus are easy to step through by pressing the [MODE] and [Y/+] key. 4.
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. 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.
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 clip. 2. Remove the cover plate by tilting up the end closest to the belt clip and lifting off. 3. Slide the QRAE 3’s battery out of its compartment and into your hand. 4. Press a fully charged battery into the battery compartment and place it in the instrument.
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.
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 is possible that any or all of the alarms have been turned off.
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: 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.
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. 2. Input the 4-digit password: • • • • Increase the number from 0 through 9 by pressing [Y/+].
QRAE 3 User’s Guide Once you enter Programming Mode, the Calibration screen is shown. Press [MODE] to step through the programming screens. To enter a menu and view or edit parameters in its submenus, press [Y/+].
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. To enter a menu and view or edit parameters in its submenus, press [Y/+].
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 8.3. Menus And Submenus In Programming Mode, menus and submenus are organized as shown here: Calibration Measurement Alarms Datalog Monitor Wireless* Multi Bump Sensor On/Off Alarm Limits Clear Datalog Date And Time Radio On/Off Multi Zero Meas. Unit Alarm Mode Interval Display Multi Span LEL Meas.
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.
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 is shown, with the sensor names and either “Pass” or “Fail” shown next to them. 8.3.2.5.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 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.
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: • • Custom Gases are gases with user-modified parameters.
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: Auto Reset Latch When the alarm condition is no longer present, the alarm stops and resets itself. The latched setting only controls alarms for High Alarm, Low Alarm, STEL Alarm, and TWA alarm. When an alarm is in “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.
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.
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 is 1 second. 8.3.4.3. Sensor Selection You can choose which sensors’ data are included in the datalog. The entire list of installed sensors 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.
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.
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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 3. 4. 5. 6. Press [MODE] to scroll from “On” to “Off.” Press [Y/+] to select “Off.” Press [MODE] to select “Exit.” Press [Y/+]. The screen says “Apply Settings” and then goes to the Wireless Menu. Roaming is now off, and the “PAN ID” menu item is now visible and selected. 8.3.6.3. PAN ID The QRAE 3 and any other devices that you want to connect wirelessly must have the same PAN ID. Note: When Roaming is on, “PAN ID” is not shown in the Wireless menu.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 8.3.6.6. 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. 8.3.6.7. 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.
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 is performed.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide The Policy Enforcement pane is shown: 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.” 14. A confirmation screen is shown. Click “Yes” to perform the upload, or “No” to abort.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 15. Exit ProRAE Studio II. 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: 1.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 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/+].
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: Pumped models require a T calibration tube, as illustrated below.
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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 10.4.2. QRAE 3 Diffusion Model Because there is no single inlet on the diffusion (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 Adapter Hose to Calibration Gas Source 1.
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. 2. Attach the calibration adapter and gas to the QRAE 3. 3. Press [Y/+] to begin calibration. A countdown screen is shown.
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 II (version 1.7.0 or higher). Mini B USB (5-Pin) port Travel Charger Mini B USB (5-Pin) to USB cable LED Power Indicator 11.1.
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 is 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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 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. PGM-2500/D LEL EC Slot 1 X Slot 2 Slot 3 X (Group P) OXY Slot 4 X (Group P) X Group P: CO, H2S, SO2, HCN, NH3.
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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 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 >> Sensor Maintenance to do the sensor configuration setting after placing new sensors in the QRAE 3.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 2. The locations of 3R LEL sensor & 4R Liquid O2 sensor are fixed to Slot 1 & 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”. 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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 3. Slot 2 & 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. 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.
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. b. You must click “OK” to confirm the changes: 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 is showing the correct sensor configuration.
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 is 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.
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 the Programming Menu. 2.
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QRAE 3 User’s Guide General Alarms Message Condition Alarm Indications HIGH Gas exceeds “High Alarm” limit 3 beeps/flashes per second OVR Gas exceeds sensor’s measurement range 3 beeps/flashes per second MAX Gas exceeds electronic circuit’s maximum range 3 beeps/flashes per second LOW Gas exceeds “Low Alarm” limit* 2 beeps/flashes per second TWA 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
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 14. Troubleshooting Problem Cannot turn on power after charging the battery Possible Reasons & Solutions Reasons: Defective charging circuit. Defective battery. Solutions: Lost password Solutions: Buzzer, LED lights, and vibration motor inoperative Reasons: Solutions: Pump failed message. Pump alarm. Reasons: Solutions: Replace battery or charger. Try charging the battery again.
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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide 16. Specifications Instrument Specifications Size 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) Weight Diffusion: 12.9 oz (365 g with Li-ion battery and clip) Pumped: 14.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide Instrument Specifications continued EM Immunity EMI and EDS test: 100MHz to 1GHz 30V/m, no alarm Contact: ±4kV, Air: ±8kV, no alarm Operating Temperature -4° to 122° F (-20° to 50° C) Humidity 0% to 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) IP Rating Pumped: IP-65 Diffusion: IP-67 Hazardous Location Approvals USA and Canada: classified for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C and D Global: IECEx Europe: ATEX (II 1G Ex ia IIC T4) CE Compliance (European Conformity) 2004/108/
QRAE 3 User’s Guide Sensor Specifications Combustible Sensor Range Resolution Catalytic bead LEL 0 to 100% LEL 1% LEL Electrochemical Sensors Range Resolution Carbon Monoxide (CO) 0 to 500 ppm 1 ppm Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN – 4R Sensor) 0 to 50 ppm 0.5 ppm Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN – 3R Sensor) 0 to 50 ppm 0.2 ppm Hydrogen Sulfide (H2 S) 0 to 100 ppm 0.1 ppm Sulfur Dioxide (SO2 ) 0 to 20 ppm 0.1 ppm Oxygen (O2 )* 0 to 30% Vol. 0.1% Vol.
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. First digit J K M N P Q R S T U V W Year 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Standard Span Values For Sensors Sensor CO H2S OXY LEL SO2 HCN (3R sensor and 4R sensor) NH3 PH3 Cl2 NO2 Standard Span Values 50 ppm 10 ppm 18.
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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide WARNINGS: ONLY THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS DETECTION PORTION OF THIS INSTRUMENT HAS BEEN ASSESSED FOR PERFORMANCE. UNIQUMENT, LA PORTION POUR DÉTECTOR LES GAZ COMBUSTIBLES DE CET INSTRUMENT A ÉTÉ ÉVALUÉE. 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 FULLSCALE CONCENTRATION. ACCURACY MUST BE WITHIN 0 AND +20% OF ACTUAL. ACCURACY MAY BE CORRECTED BY CALIBRATION PROCEDURE.
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. 1st . St., San Jose CA 95134, USA PGM-25XX/D Type PGM-25XX/ PGM-25XXD Serial No/barcode: XXXX-XXXX-XX IECEx CSA 13.0029X Ex ia IIC T4 Ga 0575 II 1G SIRA 13 ATEX 2390X Ex ia IIC T4 Ga 12.2583152 Cl.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide Operation Area and Conditions Hazardous Areas Classified by Zones PGM-25XX/D is intended to be used in hazardous areas classified Zone 0, Zone 1 or Zone 2, within the T4 temperature code range, where gases of explosion groups IIA, 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 T4 temperature range .
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” indicates the manufacturing year is 2012. Other alphabetical letters may be used after 2019. Letter N P Q R S T U V W Year 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Combustible (LEL) Sensor Performance Specifications Range 0 to 100% LEL Resolution 1% Response Time: T90 < 30 sec.
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.
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 range 3 beeps/flashes per second MAX Gas exceeds electronic circuit’s maximum range 3 beeps/flashes per second LOW Gas exceeds “Low Alarm” limit* 2 beeps/flashes per second TWA 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
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.
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.
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 Span 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.
QRAE 3 User’s Guide Troubleshooting Problem Cannot turn on instrument after charging the battery Lost password Possible Reasons & Solutions Reason: Defective charging circuit. Defective battery. Solution: Replace battery pack or charger. Try another charger or battery. Buzzer Inoperative Reason: Solution: Solution: Pump failed message. Pump alarm. Reasons: Solutions: Call Technical Support at +1 408-952-8461 or tollfree at +1 888-723-4800 Buzzer disabled. Bad buzzer.
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 Outside the Americas: E-Mail: HAexpert@honeywell.com Honeywell Analytics Ltd.
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