WatchGas UNI Disposable Single Gas Detector User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- WatchGas
Table of Contents
WatchGas UNI Disposable Single Gas Detector
Warning
- Never operate the detector when the cover is removed.
- Remove the detector cover and battery only in area known as non-hazardous.
- Use only a lithium battery Watchgas partnumber M500-0001-000 [1.17.02.0002] (3.6V, 2700mAH, AA size) or partnumber ER14505 cell manufactured by EVE Energy Co., LTD
- This instrument has not been tested in an explosive gas/air atmosphere having an oxygen concentration greater than 21%.
- Substitution of components may impair suitability for intrinsic safety and void warranty.
- It is recommended to bump test with a known concentration gas to confirm the instrument is functioning properly before use.
- Before use, ensure that the colorless ESD film on the display is not damaged or peeling. (The blue protective film may be removed.)
Read Before Operating
The User’s Guide 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 instructions of the manufacturer.
Display
- Gas name, includes: CO, H2S, O2,
- Remaining time unit: Months, Days or Hours
- Question mark
- Unit status indicator “OK”
- Gas concentration unit, for alarm setting display
- Remaining operation time
- Low Battery
Turning the Unit On
Press and hold the Right Key for 3 seconds, until unit LCD displays “on”,
the buzzer beeps, and the green LED is on. After power on, the unit enters a
warm up and self-test sequence, and then enters normal mode. Once the unit is
turned on, it runs continuously until the remaining life time ends, and cannot
be turned off.
Normal mode
In normal mode, the unit starts monitoring gas concentration. The LCD displays
the remaining life time when there’s no gas alarm. In case of a gas alarm, the
alarm type is displayed: Low or High alarm.
Enter Config Mode
Press and hold the Left Key and the Right Key together for 3 seconds, the unit
enters config mode.
Config mode is password protected, LCD display “PWD” to prompt enter password.
To input password, use the Left Key to increase the number, use the Right Key
to move the cursor.
After all four digits are input, the cursor will move to “OK”, use the Left
Key to finish password input and enter config mode.
Exit Config Mode
When LCD displays “Exit?”, press the Left Key to exit from config mode back to
normal mode.
Bump Test
A recorded Bump Test can only be done using an MP300 CaliCase with mPower
Suite software. Please refer to the software user guide. A manual bump check
can be performed by applying test gas and verifying that the alarms are
triggered.
Daily Self-Test
- Press the Left Key
- Confirm that the following tests are performed:
- LED flashes, Buzzer beeps, Vibrator is on
- All LCD segments are shown
- High and Low alarm settings are shown
- Peak reading is shown if it occurred during the last 24 hours
- Minimum Oxygen reading is shown if it occurred during the last 24 hours
- Display returns to normal mode
Maintenance and Service
The UNI Disposable has a low cost of ownership.
Year of Manufacture
The year of manufacture can be identified by the fifth and sixth digits of the
instrument serial number. For example, 16 indicates that the unit was made in
2016.
Safety Certifications
UL/CUL:
CLASS I, GROUP A, B, C, D CLASS II, GROUP E, F, G
CLASS III T4, -20°C ≤ Tamb ≤50°C IECEx: Ex ia IIC T4
ATEX: II 1G Ex ia IIC T4
UNI Disposable
Factory Celibration Certificate
The instrument was factory inspected, tested and calibrated in accordance with
the conditions and requirements of our registered Quality System, Operating
Standards and Sales Agreements.
Proper Product Disposal
At The 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. Specific battery information is given in
this user guide. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. At the
end of its life, this product must undergo separate collection and recycling
from general or household waste. Please use the return and collection system
available in your country for the disposal of this product.
WatchGas B.V.
Sextantstraat 61
2901 ZZ Capelle aan den IJssel
The Netherlands
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