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ALTAIR 5X PID
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Order No.: 10165710/00
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  • Page 1 Operating Manual ALTAIR 5X PID Multigas Detector Order No.: 10165710/00 MSAsafety.com...
  • Page 2 1000 Cranberry Woods Drive Cranberry Township, PA 16066 Phone 1-800-MSA-2222 Fax 1-800-967-0398 For your local MSA contacts please go to our website www.MSAsafety.com © MSA 2015. All rights reserved...
  • Page 3 CH - 8645 Rapperswil-Jona in the community declares that the product ALTAIR 5X PID/IR based on the EC-Type Examination Certificate : FTZU 15 ATEX 0038X complies with the ATEX directive 94/9/EC, Annex III. Quality Assurance Notification complying with Annex IV of the ATEX Directive 94/9/EC has been issued by Ineris , Notified Body number: 0080.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Turning ON and Fresh Air Setup .................29 Special Consideration for Oxygen Sensor ............31 Measurement Mode (Normal Operation) .............32 Device Setup ......................33 Bluetooth Operation .....................41 MSA Link Operation .....................42 Function Tests on the Device ................42 Bump Test ......................42 4.10 Calibration ......................44 4.11...
  • Page 5 Outside US ......................68 Accessories ......................68 PID Response Factor Table ................72 Flow Charts .....................78 11.1 Basic Operation ....................78 11.2 Bump Test/ Informational Pages ................79 11.3 Setup ........................81 11.4 Calibrations ......................82 11.5 Calibration Options ....................83 11.6 Alarm Options ......................84 ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 6 Contents 11.7 Sensor Alarm Setup .....................85 11.8 Instrument Options ....................86 11.9 Sensor Setup .......................88 11.10 VOC Gas Setup ....................89 Changeable Feature Summary ..............90 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 7: Safety Regulations

    Safety Regulations Correct Use The ALTAIR 5X PID Multigas Detector, hereafter also referred to as device, is for use by trained and qualified personnel. The device is designed to be used when performing a hazard assessment to: Assess potential worker exposure to combustible and toxic gases and vapors as well as low level of oxygen.

  • Page 8: Liability Information

    Safety Regulations Liability Information MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately or not as intended. The selection and use of this product must be under the direction of a qualified safety professional who has carefully evaluated the specific hazards of the jobsite where it will be used and who is completely familiar with the product and its limitations.
  • Page 9 Safety Regulations Do not use the ALTAIR 5X PID Multigas Detector to test for combustible gases in atmospheres containing vapors from liquids with a high flash point (above 38 °C, 100 °F) as this may result in erroneously low readings.

  • Page 10: Warranty

    Warranty ITEM WARRANTY PERIOD Chassis and electronics Three years XCell COMB, O S, CO, SO , NO , and MSA IR sensors Three years XCell Cl , NH sensors Two years Series 20 ClO , HCN, NO, NO , PH...

  • Page 11: Pid Theory And Definitions

    PID Theory and Definitions PID Theory and Definitions To support the safe and effective operation of the ALTAIR 5X PID, MSA believes operators should have a working knowledge of how the device functions, not just how to make it work. The information presented in this section supplements the hands-on operational instruction provided in the rest of the manual for the PID.
  • Page 12 Calculating a Response Factor To determine a response factor for a target chemical, perform the following simple procedure: Calibrate the ALTAIR 5X PID using isobutylene as the span gas. On the device, set the sample gas name to isobutylene. Apply a known concentration of the target chemical to the device and note the concentration reported in the display.
  • Page 13 PID lamp is installed. See Chapter 4.5 for setup instructions. Failure to follow this warning can result in inaccurate readings that could lead to serious injury or death. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 14: Description

    Bluetooth Status LED The device monitors gases in ambient air and in the workplace. The ALTAIR 5X PID is available with a maximum of five sensors, which can display readings for six separate gases (one Two-Tox Sensor provides both CO and H...

  • Page 15: Device Hardware Interfaces

    Device is not in Low Battery warning or alarm STEL and TWA readings are 0 ppm This option can be turned OFF through the MSA Link software. The Fault LED activates if any of several fault conditions are detected during device operation.

  • Page 16: Alarms

    Access to this feature may be restricted by user settings. See chapter 4.5 for means to allow/disallow user access. Stealth Mode disables the visual, audible and vibrating alarms. MSA recommends that this feature be left in its default "OFF" state. Stealth mode can be turned ON Stealth Mode through the SETUP - INSTRUMENT OPTIONS menu (→...

  • Page 17: On-Screen Indicators

    The nominal run-time of the device (COMB, O , CO, H S, and PID sensor) at room temperature is 13 hours. Actual run-time will vary depending on ambient temperature, battery and alarm conditions. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 18 No other pages can be viewed; after approximately one minute, the device automatically turns OFF. Fig. 5 Battery Shut Down When battery shutdown condition occurs (shown in Fig. 5): Leave the area immediately. Recharge or replace the battery pack. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 19 Disconnect the charger momentarily to reset the charge cycle. The battery pack may be charged separately from the device. During periods of non-use, the charger may remain connected to the device/battery pack. The charger must be disconnected for the device to operate. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 20: Viewing Additional

    BUMP TEST ? PEAK * MEASURE PAGE STEL * * IF ENABLED Advance on TWA * NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS MOTION ALERT STATUS * DATE CHANGE LAST CAL DISCOVERY CAL DUE DATE * MODE* DATE * GAS*? ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 21 Access the PEAK page. Press the button. This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. Minimum Readings (MIN page) This page shows the lowest level of oxygen recorded by the device since turn-ON or since the MIN reading was reset. It is only shown if an oxygen sensor is installed and enabled.
  • Page 22 (10 minutes x 35 ppm) + (5 minutes x 5 ppm) = 25 ppm 15 minutes This page can be de-activated through MSA Link software. Time Weighted Average (TWA page) WARNING If the TWA alarm activates, leave the contaminated area immediately; the ambient gas concentration has reached the preset TWA alarm level.
  • Page 23 Last cal page Displays the device last successful calibration date in the format: MM-DD-YY. This page can be de- activated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page. Cal due page Displays the days until the device's next calibration is due (user selectable). This page can be de-acti- vated through MSA Link software or the SETUP - CAL OPTIONS page.

  • Page 24: Sensor Missing Alarm

    CO channel. However, if the unit is exposed to high temperature (>40°C), this desorption rate increases and spurious signals may be observed on the CO channel due to gassing of previously absorbed hydrocarbons. Typically the CO sensor will ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 25: Monitoring Oxygen Concentration

    LOW set point. To reset the alarm press the button. If the alarm is latching, the button silences the alarm for five seconds. Alarms can be made latching or unlatching via MSA Link software. False oxygen alarms can occur due to changes in barometric pressure (altitude), humidity or extreme changes in ambient temperature.

  • Page 26: Monitoring Voc Gases

    VOC Low or High alarm may be triggered by this sudden change. It is recommended that the PID sensors be cleaned prior to this transition to avoid this situation, or to acclimate the sensor to the outdoor conditions in a known safe area. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 27: Displaying Current Response Factor

    A complete list of the 8 character gas name and Response Factors for all VOC gases is contained in chapter 10. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 28: Operation

    VOC Low or High alarm may be triggered by this sudden change. It is recommended that the PID sensors be cleaned prior to this transition to avoid this situa- tion, or to acclimate the sensor to the outdoor conditions in a known safe area. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 29: Turning On And Fresh Air Setup

    The device will shut OFF after the customer acknowledges this message by pressing the button. Check your sampling system if this occurs and contact MSA as needed. Users can check the operation of the sampling system any time during operation by blocking the sampling system to generate a pump alarm.
  • Page 30 The FAS has limits. If a hazardous level of gas is present, the device ignores the FAS command and the device alarm activates. The ability to perform an FAS at device turn-ON can be disabled by using MSA Link software. WARNING Do not perform the Fresh Air Setup unless you are certain you are in fresh, uncontaminated air;...

  • Page 31: Special Consideration For Oxygen Sensor

    During this time, the oxygen sensor numeric position on the display indicates "PLEASE WAIT". While this message displays, the device cannot respond to a: Fresh Air Setup Calibration Bump Test procedure. When the numeric oxygen reading appears, the FAS, calibration, or Bump Test procedures may be performed. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 32: Measurement Mode (Normal Operation)

    This page allows the Motion Alert Feature to be activated or deactivated. This page allows the Wireless USB communication to be activated or Wireless USB deactivated. * The display of these pages can be de-activated through MSA Link software For further information see chapter 12. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 33: Device Setup

    Correct password: user can enter the Setup mode. The password can be changed with a PC through the MSA Link software.If the password is forgotten, it can be reset by using MSA Link software. Contact MSA Customer Service for assistance. The...
  • Page 34 After the last setting is performed, the device returns to the Calibration Options menu. The only allowed calibration gas for the 0-2000 ppm PID sensor is 100 ppm isobutylene balanced in air. Higher concentrations can cause false readings of the CO sensor. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 35 Setting Vibrating Alarm Press the q button to enable/disable this option. Setting Horn Alarm Press q button to enable/disable this option. Setting LED Alarm Press q button to enable/disable this option. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 36 Sensor Alarm Setup Press button to abort the operation or button to go to next alarm setup or the q button to change the alarm setpoints. Alarm Value for the first Sensor displays. Fig. 9 Sensor Alarm Setup ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 37 The sensor information is displayed and the sensor can be enabled or disabled. Other operations such as changing the combustible gas type (Methane, Butane, Propane etc.) and units (ppm to mg/m3) are only possible using the MSA Link software. Change status by pressing the button.
  • Page 38 This option is for setting the device time and date. The device first prompts to set the time and then it prompts for the date. The time can be set up for either regular AM/PM or military time (through MSA Link soft- ware). AM/PM time is the default setting.
  • Page 39 Favorites. Selecting YES will return to the Favorites list showing the new gas, selecting NO will return to the Favorites list showing the previous Favorites and selecting ABORT will return to the menu page. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 40 Main Menu or the button to return to previous page. Back To Main Menu There are three options at this point: button Sensor Options menu button Previous Setup page in the Instrument Options menu the q button Instrument Options menu ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 41: Bluetooth Operation

    RFID or NFC reader with appropriate software. Simply align the RFID or NFC reader of the Bluetooth host directly over the MSA logo on the front of the device.The device and Blue- tooth host should become paired and connected.

  • Page 42: Msa Link Operation

    Switch ON the device and align the Datalink Communication port on the device to the IR inter- face of the PC. Start the MSA Link software on the PC and start the connection by clicking the connect icon. Function Tests on the Device Alarm Test Turn ON the device.
  • Page 43 √ symbol at each gas reading for successfully bump tested sensors √ symbol is then replaced by the present gas reading. The √ symbol shows for 24 hours after the Bump Test. If a sensor fails the Bump Test, calibrate the device as described in chapter 4.10. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 44: Calibration

    4.10 Calibration The ALTAIR 5X PID can be calibrated either manually using this procedure or automatically using the GALAXY GX2 test stand. Refer to chapter 11.5. The use of the demand regulators listed in chapter 9 is recommended. If a new sensor has been installed, the battery pack has been depleted or a new battery pack has been installed allow sensors to stabilize for 30 minutes before calibration is performed.
  • Page 45 “PLEASE WAIT”. This is normal. After the ZERO calibration is completed the device displays either “ZERO CALIBRATION PASS” “ZERO CALIBRATION FAIL”. Only if the device passes the zero calibration the SPAN screen displays. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 46 A progress bar shows the user how much of the calibration has already been completed. After the SPAN calibration is completed, the device displays either “SPAN CALIBRATION PASS” “SPAN CALIBRATION FAIL” The device returns to Measuring mode. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 47 The √ symbol displays for 24 hours after the calibration and then turns off. If the horn alarm is turned OFF, the calibration √ symbol does not appear on the color display. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 48: Time Of Day Testing

    This feature permits the device to be automatically calibrated on a user-defined interval. The most common use of this feature allows the user to configure the ALTAIR 5X PID and the GALAXY GX2 System to automatically calibrate a device prior to the start of work-shift. See the GALAXY GX2 Oper- ating Manual ("Automated Testing Features"...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    Repair or alteration of the device beyond the procedures described in this manual or by anyone other than a person authorized by MSA, could cause the unit to fail to perform properly. Use only genuine MSA replacement parts when performing any maintenance procedures described in this manual.

  • Page 50: Verifying Pump Operation

    Never let the end of the sampling line touch or go under any liquid surface. If liquid is drawn into the device, readings will be inaccurate and device could be damaged. We recommend the use of an MSA sample probe containing a special membrane filter, permeable to gas but impermeable to water, to prevent such an occurrence.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Battery

    Figure 13. WARNING The PID sensor may be replaced with an authorized MSA PID replacement sensor. If the PID sensor range is different than the previously installed sensor, the new configuration MUST be selected in the Instrument Options →...
  • Page 52 Remove the two remaining case screws, and remove the case front. Gently remove the sensor to be replaced. Carefully align the new sensor contact pins with the sockets on the printed circuit board. Press the new sensor into place. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 53 Calibrate device before use. WARNING Calibration is required after a sensor is installed; otherwise, the device will not perform as expected and persons relying on this product for their safety could sustain serious personal injury or death. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 54: Replacing The Pump Filter

    NOTICE While device case is open, do not touch any internal components with metallic/conductive objects or tools. Damage to the device can occur. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 55 Maintenance Cleaning Procedure Recommended Supplies MSA PID Sensor Cleaning Kit P/N:10165248 Methanol Cotton Tipped Applicator Teflon Filter Cotton Filter Tweezers Latex Gloves (Optional) Prior to Cleaning Verify that the device is turned OFF. Remove the battery pack. Remove the two remaining case screws and the case front.
  • Page 56 Maintenance Cleaning Hold the lamp by the cylindrical glass body. Soak a cotton tipped applicator in methanol from MSA PID Sensor Cleaning Kit (P/N 10165248). Rub the soaked swab on the surface of the Lamp lens in a circular motion for 60 seconds.
  • Page 57 Turn on the device and verify all sensors are showing on the measuring page. Calibrate the device and ensure that all sensors show successful calibration. Maintenance Procedure Recommended Supplies MSA PID Sensor Maintenance Kit P/N:10165247 Cell Assembly Teflon Filter Cotton Filter...
  • Page 58 If the lamp is cleaned and a PID error still exists, replace the lamp. If the lamp is replaced and a PID error still exists, replace the cell assembly. If error still exists, device should be sent to an authorized MSA repair center. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 59: Technical Specifications

    0-5.00 ppm S - LC 0-100 ppm 0-2000 ppm 0-30 ppm 0-20.0 ppm Factory-set Alarm Thresholds and Setpoints Check the device or calibration certificate for exact alarm levels as they vary depending on national or corporate regulations. ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 60 25 ppm 10 ppm STEL and TWA not applicable for combustible and oxygen gases. In environments with >100 % LEL combustible gas present, devices with a catalytic combustible LEL sensor will be in a latching over-range alarm. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 61: Performance Specifications

    0-200 ppm H ±2 ppm H S or 10 % of reading, Sulfide to 200 ppm H (normal temp.) whichever is greater extended temperature range: ±20 ppm H S or 20 % of reading, whichever is greater ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 62 20 s whichever is greater whichever is greater 0.1 (0-999ppm) ±5 ppm or 10 % ±10 ppm or 20 % 0-2000 of reading, of reading, t(90)< 10 s whichever is greater whichever is greater (1000-2000ppm) ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 63: Calibration Specifications

    100 ppm isobutylene Span values can be changed if using different gas cylinders than those listed. Changes can be made using MSA Link software and through calibration cylinder setup. *For most accurate results, calibration with ClO is recommended. **Zero cal time is one minute if a catalytic combustible sensor is installed - 30 seconds if not.

  • Page 64: Certification

    When using the ALTAIR 5X PID/IR in a hazardous area, the device should be be worn or carried on the body. Do not store the device in a hazardous location. This prevents the possibility of the device building up an electrostatic charge.

  • Page 65: Marking, Certificates And Approvals According To Iecex

    When using the ALTAIR 5X PID/IR in a hazardous area, the device should be be worn or carried on the body. Do not store the device in a hazardous location. This prevents the possibility of the device building up an electrostatic charge.

  • Page 66: Xcell Sensor Patents

    XCell Sensor Patents XCell Sensor Patents SENSOR PART NO. PATENT STATUS Combustible 10106722 US8826721 Oxygen 10106729 US8790501 Carbon Monoxide / Hydrogen Sulfide 10106725 US8790501, US8702935 Ammonia 10106726 US8790501, US8623189 Chlorine 10106728 US8790501, US8623189 Sulphur Dioxide 10106727 US8790501, US8623189 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 67: Ordering Information

    10048890 20 ppm H2S 2.50 % CH4, 15.0 % O2, 60 ppm CO, 10058172 10058172 10 ppm NO2 1.45 % CH4, 15.0 % O2, 60 ppm CO, 10098855 10117738 SO2 sensor 20 ppm H2S, 10 ppm SO2 ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 68: Outside Us

    Cylinder 58L (1.45 % CH4, 15 % O2, 60 ppm CO, 20 ppm H2,S, 10 ppm SO2,) 10122426 Accessories Description Part No. Universal Demand Regulator kit 10034391 MSA Link USB dongle 10082834 MSA Link Datalogging Software 10088099 Shoulder Strap 474555 Retractable Line with Belt Clip...
  • Page 69 ALTAIR 5/5X Multi-Unit Charger, 4 Unit (Australia) 10127430 ALTAIR 5/5X Multi-Unit Charger, 4 Unit No Power Cord 10128704 Carrying Case 10152079 Please note that not all accessories are available in every local market. Check availability with the local MSA representative . ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 70 Ordering Information Replacement Parts ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 71 10165248 tors) Kit, Instrument Maintenance, ALTAIR 5X PID (Filters, O-ring, Screws, 10165285 Gasket) Kit, Instrument Maintenance, Reactive (Cl2, ClO2, NH3), ALTAIR 5X PID 10165284 (Filters, O-ring, Screws, Gasket) Filter Cover Assembly, ALTAIR 5X PID 10165275 Color Display Assembly, ALTAIR 5X...

  • Page 72: Pid Response Factor Table

    150 ppm ÷ 2.4 = 62.5 ppm isobutylene equivalent. WARNING The ALTAIR 5X PID Detector has a reproducibility of ±2 ppm(± 2000 ppb) or 10%, whichever is greater (see table in chapter 6.2).The user must account for this potential variation between the displayed value and the actual concentration when setting alarms and interpreting readings.
  • Page 73 C6H10O 9.14 0.82 decane DECANE 124-18-5 C10H22 9.65 4-Methyl-4- Diacetone alcohol PYRATON hydroxy-2- 123-42-2 C6H12O2 9.50 0.55 pentanone EDB, Ethylene dibromoethane, 1,2- EDB dibromide, 106-93-4 C2H4Br2 10.37 11.7 Ethylene bromide dichlorobenzene, dichlorobenzene, O-DCLBNZ 95-50-1 C6H4Cl2 9.08 1,2- ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 74 72 hydrocarbons) heptane HEPTANE 142-82-5 C7H16 9.92 hexane, n- HEXANE 110-54-3 C6H14 10.13 hydrazine HYDRAZINE 302-01-2 H4N2 hydrogen sulfide 7783-06-04 10.45 isoamyl acetate IAMYACET Isopentyl acetate 123-92-2 C7H14O2 <10 2-Methyl-1- isobutanol IBUTANOL 78-83-1 C4H10O 10.02 propanol ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 75 MEBNZOTE 93-58-3 C8H8O2 9.32 0.93 methyl ethyl ketone MEK, 2-Butanone 78-93-3 C4H8O 9.51 methyl isobutyl MIBK, 4-Methyl-2- MIBK 108-10-1 C6H12O ketone pentanone methyl mercaptan METHMERC Methanethiol 74-93-1 CH4 S 9.44 methyl methacrylate MEMEACRY 80-62-6 C5H8O2 ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 76 QUNOLINE 91-22-5 8.63 0.72 styrene STYRENE 100-42-5 C8H8 8.47 PCE, Perchlo- roethylene, Tetra- tetrachloroethylene PERC 127-18-4 C2Cl4 9.32 0.56 chloroethylene, Perchloroethene tetrahydrofuran 109-99-9 C4H8O 9.41 thiophene THIOLE 110-02-1 8.86 0.47 toluene TOLUENE Methylbenzene 108-88-3 C7H8 8.82 0.53 ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 77 O-XYLENE 95-47-6 C8H10 8.56 0.54 zene 1,4-Dimethylben- xylene, p- P-XYLENE 106-42-3 C8H10 8.44 zene The CAS Number is a unique numerical identifier created and assigned to a chemical substance by the American Chemical Society. All Rights Reserved. ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 78: Flow Charts

    MAIN CALIBRATE INFORMATIONAL MEASURE PAGES (See 11.3) PAGE Press (See 11.2) Hold For 5 seconds Hold Hold For 5 Simultaneously for 5 seconds seconds Hold InstantAlert SETUP For 5 (See 11.4) seconds TURN OFF * IF ENABLED ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 79: Bump Test/ Informational

    Press Press Press RESET PEAK * PEAK Press Press Press RESET Press Press Press RESET STEL * STEL Press Press Press MAIN RESET MEASURE TWA * PAGE Press Press * IF ENABLED (NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS) ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 80 Press Press CAL DUE DATE * Press Press VOC GAS* Press Press DISCOVERY MODE* Press Press MOTION TOGGLE ALERT ON /OFF STATUS * Press Press Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE * IF ENABLED ** IF WIRELESS IS INSTALLED ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 81: Setup

    ENTER PASSWORD PASSWORD FAIL CALIBRATION CALIBRATION OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 11.3) Press Press ALARM ALARM OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 11.6) Press Press INSTRUMENT INSTRUMENT OPTIONS OPTIONS ? (See 11.8) Press Press EXIT ? Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 82: Calibrations

    Flow Charts 11.4 Calibrations CALIBRATE PASSWORD ? (IF REQUIRED) PASSWORD FAIL PERFORM ZERO ZERO CAL ? FRESH AIR CALIBRATION SETUP Press Press Press SPAN CAL ? SPAN CALIBRATION (REPEATS AS Press NECESSARY) Press MAIN MEASURE PAGE ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 83: Calibration Options

    SET # OF OPTIONS DAYS Press Press SHOW LAST CAL TOGGLE DATE AT STARTUP ON / OFF Press Press PASSWORD TOGGLE PROTECTED ON / OFF CALIBRATION Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 84: Alarm Options

    ON/OFF Press Press TOGGLE ALARM LEDS ON/OFF Press Press USER ACCESS TO TOGGLE MOTION ALERT ON/OFF Press Press SENSOR ALARM SETUP SENSOR ALARMS ? (See 4.5) Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 85: Sensor Alarm Setup

    ALARMS ? Press Press SENSORS Press MODIFY SETUP STEL STEL ALARMS ALARMS ? Press Press Press MODIFY SETUP ALARMS ALARMS ? Press Press Press RETURN TO ALARM OPTIONS NOTE: STEL AND TWA ARE NOT VALID FOR ALL SENSORS ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 86: Instrument Options

    Flow Charts 11.8 Instrument Options INSTRUMENT OPTIONS SENSOR SENSOR SETUP SETUP (See 11.9) Press Press LANGUAGE SELECT Press Press TIME / DATE HH:MM MM:DD:YY Press Press DATALOG INTERVAL MM:SS Press Press STEALTH MODE TOGGLE ON/OFF Press Press ALTAIR 5X PID...
  • Page 87 Press ON / OFF BACKLIGHT TIMEOUT PERIOD Press Press GAS TYPE, VOC GAS SETUP MAX. VALUE, Press HIGH ALARM, LOW ALARM Press BLUETOOTH ON / OFF Press Press BACK TO SETUP ? Press BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 88: Sensor Setup

    Press Press Press Press TOXIC TOGGLE SENSOR ** SHOW SENSOR STATUS ON/OFF (REPEATS AS Press Press NECESSARY) Press Press TOGGLE SHOW SENSOR SENSOR ** STATUS ON/OFF Press Press Press Press RETURN TO INSTRUMENT ** IF INSTALLED OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 89: 11.10 Voc Gas Setup

    VOC GAS TOGGLE ON/OFF (See PID Setup, chapter 4.5) Press See PID Setup, FAVORITES chapter 4.5) SETUP Press See PID Setup, GAS SETUP chapter 4.5) Press CUSTOM See PID Setup, GAS SETUP chapter 4.5 BACK TO MAIN MENU ALTAIR 5X PID...

  • Page 90: Changeable Feature Summary

    Datalog Interval 3 min INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Custom Logo Screen Factory-set Certified service center Device S/N Factory-set Company Name Blank Dept./User Name Blank VOC RF ON/OFF INSTRUMENT OPTIONS Bump Due ON/OFF Bump Interval Cal Due Interval INSTRUMENT OPTIONS ALTAIR 5X PID...

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