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- Page 1 CLPX Portable Gas Monitor User’s Manual Revision 12.109...
- Page 2 CLPX User’s Manual DOD Technologies, INC www.dodtec.com 740 McArdle Dr. • Unit C Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone 815.788.5200 • Fax 815.788.5300...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
2.1.5 Power ............................5 2.2 Micro Secure Digital (SD) card ....................5 CHAPTER 3 – WHAT’S INCLUDED ....................6 3.1 Unpacking the CLPX case......................6 CHAPTER 4 – SETUP & CONFIGURATION ..................7 4.1 Battery Charging ......................... 7 4.2 Battery Replacement ........................8 CHAPTER 5 –... - Page 4 CHAPTER 6 - MAINTENANCE ......................21 6.1 Micro Secure Digital (SD) Card replacement ................21 6.2 Routine Maintenance ......................... 21 6.2.a Inspection of the CLPX ......................21 6.2.b Cleaning the CLPX ......................... 21 6.2.c Cleaning the Exterior ......................22 6.2.d Cleaning the Interior....................... 22 6.2.e Cleaning the Gate ........................
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Page 5: Important
The system draws sample flow through the inlet on the front of the unit and through the ChemLogic tape. 1.3 Flow An optional kit allows a short exhaust tube to be used with the CLPX unit. Contact DOD for more information. Rev 12.109... -
Page 6: Electrical
ALARM set points, the instrument will sound an ALARM and flash the concentration level in the backlit display. The CLPX automatically calculates the Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL) for the selected gas and stores the readings in the internal data storage memory and to a MicroSD flash memory card (if installed). -
Page 7: Chapter 2 - Features
IMPORTANT: The door should remain closed and latched except when changing the ChemLogic cassette. 2.1.2 Keypad & Display The CLPX uses a two color LCD display with a 5 button keypad See chapter 5 for a complete description on the use of the keypad and display. Rev 12.109... -
Page 8: Chemlogic Tape And Take-Up Reel
Power the unit on by pressing the enter button. See chapter 5 for complete operation. 2.2 Micro Secure Digital (SD) card The CLPX uses a MicroSD card to store historical information including concentration logging, event history, STEL and configuration information. SD cards may be purchased through DOD Technologies – see Appendix A. -
Page 9: Chapter 3 - What's Included
Chapter 3 – What’s included 3.1 Unpacking the CLPX case. The CLPX comes in a convenient durable hard shell storage case with a handle for easy transport. Included in the case are: • A 0-500cc flow meter with a short tube for use when adjusting the pump and.verifying proper flow at any time during sampling. -
Page 10: Chapter 4 - Setup & Configuration
WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 4.1 Battery Charging The Battery charger for the CLPX monitor is an electrical device that has not been evaluated for intrinsic safety as an ignition source. This device is not to be used in a potentially explosive atmosphere. -
Page 11: Battery Replacement
MAY RESULT IN IGNITION OF THE ATMOSPHERE RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH To charge the CLPX plug the charger into a power source (120/230 VAC) and then plug the charging connector into the back of the battery pack. The charger has an indicator light that will glow RED while the unit is charging or GREEN to indicate the battery is fully charged. -
Page 12: Chapter 5 - Basic Operation
Chapter 5 – Basic Operation 5.1 Using the keypad The CLPX is controlled using the 5-key keypad located under the display. All of the display screens are accessed through a simple menu system as shown in figure 5.1 Use Enter... - Page 13 C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Change the highlighted value by using the left/right keys.
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Page 14: Clpx Menu Overview
Software Update 5.2 Main Menu Once the CLPX is configured the main menu contains all the screens necessary for normal operation. The main menu is not password protected. Each selection on the main menu is detailed below. Note 1: The setup menu is not password protected by default. - Page 15 C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Selecting this menu item will start gas analysis and bring up the screen in figure 5.4. During this phase the tape will advance and the system will verify the optical system and adjust the light intensity if necessary.
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Page 16: Setup Menu
5.2.e STEL The resent STEL event history is kept in the CLPX regardless of whether an SD card is inserted or not. A minimum of 16 STEL values are stored depending on the memory usage of the CLPX. The most recent STEL reading will be displayed as shown in figure 5.7... -
Page 17: Verify Tape
5.2.i Power Off To power off the CLPX select this item and answer YES to the “Are you sure?” screen that appears. Note that this screen can be quickly accessed by using the UP arrow from the top of the menu so the operator can exit analysis, press UP to get to this item then ENTER and answer YES to power off quicly. -
Page 18: Setup Menu
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C 5.3 Setup Menu The setup menu is not password protected by default. In the Configuration settings on the Service Menu the password requirement can be enabled if needed. -
Page 19: Battery Check
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Figure 5.10 5.3.d Battery Check The battery check menu will display the screen shown in figure 5.11 which displays the current battery voltage along with the warning and shutdown levels. -
Page 20: Cal Stick Test
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C 5.3.g Cal Stick Test The Cal Stick included with in the case is not necessary for calibrating the system as the optics will self- calibrate however the Cal Stick Test screen allows for verifying that the optics can adjust appropriately and detect color change. -
Page 21: Service Menu
Use this test to verify the adjustment of the optics and the light intensity. The tape will approximately 2800. 5.4.c Config Settings The Config settings allow various options in the CLPX to be adjusted. Most of the fields can be quickly changed using the normal edit feature with the LEFT/RIGHT keys. Each value is factory set to the recommended value. -
Page 22: Pwd Settings
• K Factor : (default 1.000). This value will scale the concentration reading on the display. • Tape Cntr : (default: off) The tape counter feature is not yet included in CLPX software. • Keypad Beep(default on) The keypad beep feature gives audible response each time a key is pressed and my be disabled by changing this value to off. -
Page 23: Simulation
5.4.i Software Update (Version 12.3 and higher) The software update selection allows new CLPX software to be installed into the system. Contact DOD Technologies regarding the latest version of software and instructions on how to install correctly. -
Page 24: Chapter 6 - Maintenance
Establish a cleaning schedule that is suitable for the conditions where the CLPX monitor will be used. Wear powder-free surgical gloves (or equivalent) when cleaning the interior surfaces and mechanism to avoid contact with the paper tape dust and other contaminants and when handling pieces of the paper tape in the course of these instructions. -
Page 25: Cleaning The Exterior
COMPRESSED AIR MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 6.2.c Cleaning the Exterior Clean the outside of the CLPX monitor with a damp cloth. Keep the tape door closed and avoid excessive water. To remove oily or sticky deposits, use a mild detergent solution on the cloth. -
Page 26: Chapter 7 - Service & Support
T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Chapter 7 – Service & Support For information on service and support for your CLPX contact DOD Technologies, INC. using the information below. Phone Support M-F 8am –... -
Page 27: Appendix A - Accessories
Example: A cassette part # 1-600-070 has the expiration date of 11/31/2012 printed on the label. It is opened on 05/01/2012 and kept in the CLPX. The actual expiration date would be 6/29/2012 (60 days after opening). If the cassette is returned to storage in the original packaging (including black bag) after each use the cassette can be used up to the original expiration date printed on the label. -
Page 28: Appendix B
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Appendix B This page intentionally left blank Rev 12.109 Page 25... -
Page 29: Appendix C - Technical Specifications
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Appendix C – Technical Specifications Physical Dimensions Height 8.5 “... -
Page 30: Appendix D - System Event Messages
ORANGE Fault Service Fault YELLOW Maintenance Minor Fault BLUE Event Information Message GREEN Event Status Update CLPX Message Possible Cause Event ID 7028 Gas Alarm Level 1 Gas Detected 7029 Gas Alarm Level 2 Gas Detected 7001 No Gas Data... - Page 31 C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C CLPX Message Possible Cause Event ID 7010 Power On...
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Page 32: Appendix E - Gas Specifications
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C Appendix E - Gas Specifications TLV = Threshold Limit Value LDL = Lower Detectable Limit Alarm 1 Alarm 2... -
Page 33: Appendix F - Removable Media
The SD card stores all information in standard comma separated values (*.CSV) format for easy access with any computer. Remove the SD card from the CLPX as described in section 6.1 and transfer the files to your personal computer*. The files are best viewed with programs that convert CSV format to rows and columns (Microsoft Excel, OpenOffice, etc) but can be viewed with any text editor. -
Page 34: Concentration Log Files (Conchh.csv)
C L P X U S E R S G U I D E D O D T E C H N O L O G I E S , I N C F.1 Concentration Log Files (CONCHH.CSV) Concentration log files log information to the MicroSD card (if installed). A sample alarm file is shown in figure F.2 The columns show: Date/Time, Gas Concentration, Alarm Level 1, Alarm Level 2, Pump current (for filter diagnosis), DiagnosticFlags, two diagnostic values and the time since the pump started in seconds... -
Page 35: Stel Log Files (Stelhh.csv)
CLPX software and require the unit to be returned for service. We highly recommend contacting our service department for assistance when performing this procedure. Before you begin verify which versions of each are installed on your CLPX as follows: • Select ‘SETUP’ from the main menu •... -
Page 36: F.5.A Clpx Installer Update
• Wait for the Update Complete screen to appear. • Select OK to exit the installer. • IMPORTANT : Return to the main menu and power off the CLPX NOTE: On some versions of software you may receive an erroneous error during the power off sequence. -
Page 37: F.5.B Clpx Softwarer Update
• Power off the CLPX • Insert the Micro SD Card with the software update package • Power on the CLPX with the <enter> key • Scroll down on the main menu and select SERVICE • Enter the appropriate password •... -
Page 38: Appendix G - Chemlogic Cassettes
I N C Appendix G – ChemLogic Cassettes DOD ChemLogic cassettes are designed for use in colorimetric based gas monitoring systems. Since this is a particular end-use function and does not release or result in exposure to hazardous chemicals under normal use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are not required.
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