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Honeywell BW ™ Flex Series
Portable Multiple Gas Detector
M05 4002 003 EN Rev. A

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Honeywell BW ™ Flex Series Portable Multiple Gas Detector M05 4002 003 EN Rev. A...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Zero Calibration Capture Real Time Reading Configure the detector Settings via DC Maintenance Clean the Detector Charge the Battery Update Firmware Replace the Belt Clip or Klick Fast Stud Replace the Sensor Filter Replace a Sensor BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 4 Sensor Poisons and Contaminants Sensor Specifications General Specifications Troubleshooting DataLogs and Event Logs Alarms Combustible Sensor Information Filtered and Unfiltered Catalytic Bead Combustible (LEL) Sensor Information User Preferences Replacement Parts Accessories Security Information Contact Us BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety WARNINGS The BW Flex Series detector with LEL-IR sensor (PN with W5) will not detect some combustible gases like Hydrogen or Acetylene. For detectable combustible gases,See "Combustible Sensor Information" on page  49 for more information. If your application has one or more of these hazards, please consult Honeywell Analytics to determine the best solution.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    CHAPTER Introduction Learn what you need to know about the Honeywell BW™ Flex Series Gas Detector before operating. Product Description The Honeywell BW™ Flex Series gas detector warns of hazardous gas at levels above user-defined alarm setpoints. The detector can monitor up to four gases at a time.
  • Page 7 Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 8: What's In The Box

    What's in the Box Honeywell BW™ Flex Series gas detector Battery (factory-installed) USB charger Calibration cap Klick Fast stud Quick Reference Guide Tubing Overview Alarm LED Sensor IntelliFlash Clip Display Certification, model and Serial Number Button Charging and IR connection Port...

  • Page 9: Display Elements

    Sensor EOL Cal fail / due Cal countdown Predictive Cal due Bump fail / due Bump countdown Inert Mode Press and hold the button Wait Warning Pass Fail Back Next Information Bump Zero Calibration Exit BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 10: Operations

    CHAPTER Operations Learn what you can do with your Honeywell BW™ Flex Series Detector, from commissioning to Calibration. Out of the Box First Run This operation is only executed the first time the detector is turned on. 1. Turn on the Detector. LEDs flash red, Sensors warm up, and the Detector performs the following Self-Tests: Battery, Firmware, BLE, Sensors, and Bump and Calibration due date.
  • Page 11 3. Click on the Device List View tab. 4. Click Refresh to scan for devices. 5. Select the detector’s serial number. The Out of Box popup window is displayed. 6. Choose language and time zone, then click SET to complete the process. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 12: Activate The Detector

    Firmware Version BLE Version End Of Life sensors, if any. Bump Due Date by sensor Calibration Due Date by sensor Low Alarm Setpoint by sensor High Alarm Setpoint by sensor STEL Alarm Setpoint by sensor BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 13: Deactivate The Detector

    Note: We strongly recommend to review the Alarm Settings after Start-Up. Deactivate the Detector To deactivate your Honeywell BW™ Flex Series detector, press the button, and hold for four seconds. The detector beeps and vibrates, and the alarm LEDs light red.

  • Page 14: Bluetooth Pairing

    Bluetooth Pairing You can pair the Honeywell BW™ Flex Series detector to a mobile device via built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and The Honeywell Device Configurator app. If you do not have the app installed on your mobile device, you can download it from your Google Play Store or App Store.

  • Page 15: Calibration

    ) that is free of hazardous gas. Calibrate the Detector before first-time use and then on a regular schedule, depending on use and sensor exposure to poisons and contaminants. Honeywell recommends that the sensors be calibrated regularly and at least once every 180 days (6 months).
  • Page 16 Activate the detector in a normal (20.9%/20.8% oxygen) atmosphere. Allow the detector to stabilize for 1 minute after activation before performing a calibration or bump test. If a certified calibration is required, contact Honeywell. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 17 Calibrate the Detector via the menu 1. Turn On the BW Flex Series detector, and wait to sensors warm up. 2. Double-press the button to enter the menu. 3. Single press the button to locate Calibration and hold the button to select it. The detector starts Zero Calibration automatically.
  • Page 18 Calibrate the Detector via DC App 1. Turn On the BW Flex Series detector and wait a few minutes to sensors warm up. 2. In your mobile device, open the Device Configurator app and pair with the detector. For pairing details go to See "Bluetooth Pairing" on page  13 for more information.
  • Page 19 8. use any of the following three ways to select the gas cylinder, and then click START. Scanning: Scan the bar code from the cylinder Selecting: Choose the Last Time User cylinder information Typing: Manual input of the gas concentration BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 20 9. Select the sensor that you want to calibrate and then tap START. 10. Open the cylinder valve by turning the pressure regulator knob counterclockwise. Follow onscreen instructions to know when to apply gas. The IntelliFlash lights amber. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 21 The detector will start purge, and the slots LEDs will flash amber clockwise. After purge is completed, the detector will go to the regular mode. 12. Remove the hose and the calibration cap. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 22 Calibrate the detector via the SSDC Calibrate the BW Flex Series via the Safety Suite Device Configurator (SSDC) software . You can download SSDC from: https://explore.honeywell.com/safety_suite_device_configurator.html 1. Turn On the BW Flex Series and wait a few minutes to sensors warm up.
  • Page 23 8. Remove the calibration cap. The detector starts purging, and the slots LEDs flash in amber clockwise. After the purge is complete, the Detector is back to the regular mode. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 24: Bump Test

    Move to a normal atmosphere (20.9% v/v O ) that is free of hazardous gas. Honeywell recommends bump testing 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.
  • Page 25 Apply gas from a cylinder to the sensors manually through the calibration cap, and using the detector's menu. 1. Turn On the BW Flex Series and Wait a few minutes to sensors warm up. 2. Double press the button to enter the menu.
  • Page 26 SSDC from: https://explore.honeywell.com/safety_suite_device_configurator.html 1. Turn On the BW Flex Series. Wait a few minutes to sensors warm up. 2. Connect the detector to the PC via the IR link. 3. Log in to SSDC with an authorized user account. For further information, refer to the SSDC User Manual.
  • Page 27 10. Remove the calibration cap. The detector starts purging, and the slots LEDs flash in amber clockwise. After the purge is complete, the Detector is back to the regular mode. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 28 Note: If sensors fail to detect the gas, or cannot be spanned, repeat the bump test. If the problem persists, replace the sensor. 15. The process is complete when the results are displayed on your mobile device. You can now remove the cap by pulling on the tabs. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 29 Apply gas from a cylinder to the sensors manually through the calibration cap, and using the Device Configurator (DC) app on a mobile device. 1. Turn On the BW Flex Series. Wait a few minutes to sensors warm up. 2. In your mobile device, open the Detector Configurator app, and pair with the detector. For details, go to See "Bluetooth Pairing"...
  • Page 30 Note: If sensors fail to detect the gas, or cannot be spanned, repeat the bump test. If the problem persists, replace the sensor. 10. The process is complete when the results are displayed on your mobile device. You can now remove the cap by pulling on the tabs. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 31: Force Calibration And Bump

    Zero Calibration Over time and through use, the sensor baseline at zero exposure may drift from the manufacturer’s baseline. For optimal performance Honeywell recommends that you zero the sensors periodically. Only zero calibrate the sensor in fresh air. 1. Double press the button to enter the menu.

  • Page 32: Configure The Detector Settings Via Dc

    Configure the detector Settings via DC 1. Pair the BW Flex Series with the Device Configurator App on your mobile device. 2. Tap the menu button 3. Tap Detector Setup 4. Tap Download, to get the configuration table. Tap Edit to change the settings, and then tap Upload to apply them.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    The battery operating temperature is -40°C to +60°C. WARNING The Honeywell BW™ Flex Series uses a Li-ion battery that may present a risk of fire or chemical burn hazard if misused. Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C, or incinerate. CAUTION To avoid personal injury and property damage, adhere to the following: Charge the battery immediately when the Detector emits a low battery alarm.
  • Page 35 If replacing the battery, use only approved Li-ion polymer cells that are available through Honeywell. User of any other cell can cause fire and explosion. Dispose of used Li-ion 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.
  • Page 36 The detector can be activated during charging. After charge is complete, the full battery icon is displayed Remove the detector. Note: For further information, refer to the Cradle Charger User Manual. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 37: Update Firmware

    2. Select the detector in the Device List to enter the configuration page 3. Safety Suite Device Configurator checks new firmware automatically after it connects to the Internet. The UPDATE is available when there is a new firmware release. Click UPDATE to start the firmware update. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 38: Replace The Belt Clip Or Klick Fast Stud

    If the belt clip or Klick Fast Stud is damaged or loose, replace it with a new one. Insert a screwdriver through the hole in the clamp and loosen the screw to detach the clip. Put a new clip or Klick Fast Stud in place and fasten it. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 39: Replace The Sensor Filter

    5. Reassemble the detector in the reverse order. Compress front enclosure and back enclosure. Use the screwdriver vertically to fasten the four screws with 3kgf.cm torque first and then use 5kgf.cm torque to fasten the four screws again. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 40: Replace A Sensor

    5kgf.cm torque to fasten the four screws again. CAUTION Improper re-assembly of the BW Flex series detector could lead to damage and loss of ingress protection. An improper paste of the filter could lead to loss of ingress protection. Installing the sensor in the wrong slot would cause a sensor fault alarm (error 4006) or a wrong slot alarm (error 4004).

  • Page 42: Additional Information

    Rust inhibitors contain silicone Window and glass Window and glass Tissues containing silicone cleaners cleaners Dish soaps Mold releasing agents Citrus based cleaners Polishes Alcohol based cleaners Hand sanitizers Anionic detergents Methanol (fuels and antifreezes) BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 43: Sensor Specifications

    Default Low Alarm Default High Alarm Default TWA Default STEL 35ppm 200ppm 35ppm 50ppm 10.0ppm 15.0ppm 10.0ppm 15.0ppm 2.0ppm 5.0ppm 0.5ppm 1.0ppm 19.5% v/v 23.5% v/v LEL IR/LEL 10% LEL 20% LEL N/A LEL N/A LEL BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 44: General Specifications

    Continuous datalogging (45 days at 15 seconds interval and 8 hours per day). Datalogging User configurable datalogging interval (5 to 60 seconds). Manual calibration from device menu. calibration with Safety Suite Device Calibration Configurator or Device Configurator. * Ask your Honeywell representative about new sensors availability. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Detector is performing Button operation restores Detector does not respond operations that do not automatically when the when button is pressed require user input. operation ends. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 46 Move to lower temperature ambient to charge the battery. of acceptable range. Charge the battery for 8 hours. Battery indicator doesn’t If the battery indicator doesn’t Battery is depleted. display when charging. light after charging, contact Honeywell BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 47: Datalogs And Event Logs

    The following event types are recorded: 1: Gas high 2: Gas low 3: Gas STEL 4: Gas TWA 5: Gas over range 6: Gas negative 7: Sensor failure 8: Multi alarm 9: Zeroing 10: Spanning 11: Bumping 12: Disabled BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 48: Alarms

    "+OL" message is displayed. Alarm LEDs alternately flash. Limit Alarmed sensor LED flashes too. It beeps and vibrates. "HIGH" message is displayed. Alarm LEDs alternately flash. High Alarmed sensor LED flashes too. It beeps and vibrates. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 49 Alarmed sensor LED flashes too. It beeps and vibrates. "LOW" message is displayed. Alarm LEDs alternately flash. Alarmed sensor LED flashes too. It beeps and vibrates. "-OL" message is displayed. Intelliflash LED flashes amber. Negative Alarmed sensor LED turns solid red. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 50: Combustible Sensor Information

    If the primary need is to detect a specific combustible gas other than methane, please contact Honeywell to discuss an alternative product. BW Flex Series...

  • Page 51: Filtered And Unfiltered Catalytic Bead Combustible (Lel) Sensor Information

    For any gases not listed, please contact Honeywell to find the best solution for your application. Please use caution when using the BW Flex Series around Methanol and Ethanol. The BW Flex Series CO sensor may become inhibited by prolonged exposure to concentrations of Methanol and Ethanol thus causing the unit to alarm.
  • Page 52 (C n-Nonane (C Methanol (CH Ethanol (C Iso-propyl alcohol (C Acetylene (C 1, 3 Butadiene (C Carbon monoxide (CO) Acetone (C Methyl ethyl ketone (C Toluene (C Ethyl acetate (C Ammonia (NH Cyclohexane (C BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 53 ) calibration. This table applies to both Filtered and Unfiltered versions of the catalytic combustible sensors offered in the BW Flex detector. Rel Sens CF Value (vs Methane) n-Butane Hydrogen 0.90 Methane n-Pentane Propane Custom 0.1-15 BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 54: User Preferences

    All of the parameters and options can be configured using the Safety Suite Device Configurator desktop application. An IntelliDox docking station is required to connect a BW Flex Series detector to SSDC. The BW Flex Series communicates with an IntelliDox using infrared signals, and the IntelliDox is connected to the SSDC computer via a USB or network cable.
  • Page 55 If enabled, the bump/cal due to indication will appear at the customized time point. If disabled, the bump/cal due to indication will appear at the same time point of the last bump/cal. Disabled is the default value. BW Flex Series User Manual...
  • Page 56 Determine whether to use daylight saving time. Spring Start Time: For daylight saving time, specify the date and time when the spring starts. Fall End Time: For daylight saving time, specify the date and time when the fall ends. BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 57: Replacement Parts

    CP-SS-AF-K1 Filters(10pcs) CP-SCREW-K1 Housing screws(20pcs) CP-LCD-K1 LCD Kit CP-FC3 Front enclosure BW Flex-i CP-FC4 Front enclosure BW Flex4 CP-LBL-3 Sensor label pack CP-MPCB3 PCBA, BW Flex-i CP-MPCB4 PCBA, BW Flex4 SR-W7-1S LEL sensor unfiltered, Digital BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 58: Accessories

    Accessories CP-AF-K3 External Filter Kit GA-PA-1-MC5 Mains 5-way charger CP-USB USB Charger,5.8V,1A DX-NEST-CP IntelliDox nest DX-CP IntelliDox CP-C01-5 5 way cradle charger CP-TC-1 Calibration cap BW Flex Series User Manual...

  • Page 59: Security Information

    Cybersecurity Framework and NIST Alerts, InfraGard Alerts, and the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (“US-CERT”) Alerts and Bulletins, and their equivalents. The software is provided “as is” without any express or implied warranties. Honeywell, its affiliated companies, and licensors expressly disclaim any implied warranty of merchantability, warranty of fitness for a particular purpose, and warranty of non-infringement.
  • Page 60 Honeywell, its affiliates, and licensors liable for any loss of data, loss of profit, or any loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential, however arising, as a result of accessing or using the software. So long as this provision is enforceable in Customer’s jurisdiction, the foregoing limitations, exclusions, and disclaimers apply to the fullest extent permitted by law even if any remedy fails of its essential purpose.

  • Page 61: Contact Us

    For pricing or further information, please contact us using the details below Cadmus Products Tel: +44 (0)330 088 0595 info@cadmus.co.uk Email: Website: www.cadmus.co.uk Please note - Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. The user is responsible for determining the suitability of this product. Shipping Privacy Policy Brands...

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