ARA100 Dock4 Bump Test and Calibration Station User Guide

ARA100 Dock4 Bump Test and Calibration Station

Product Information

Specifications:

• Power Sources: 12V DC mains power supply and internal rechargeable battery
• Battery Life: Approximately 5 hours of continuous operation when fully charged
• Default Gas Concentrations:
  • Gas Type: Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Oxygen (O2), Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
  • Gas Concentrations: 25 ppm, 100 ppm, 18% Vol, 10 ppm

Product Usage Instructions

Power:
The ION ARA DOCK4 bump test and calibration station can be powered by a 12V DC mains power supply or an internal rechargeable battery. The internal battery provides approximately 5 hours of continuous operation when fully charged. The power LED will be green when sufficiently charged or connected to mains power.

Setup and Installation:

1. Loosen the lid cover bolts with a 3mm hexagonal wrench to access the calibration gas compartment.
2. Insert the calibration gas, secure it, and close the lid.
3. Press the power button to activate the station for use.

Operation:

1. Place between 1 and 4 ION ARA single gas detectors face-down into the bays.
2. To conduct a bump test, press the blue button labeled ‘bump test’. The bay LED will indicate test status.
3. To conduct a calibration, press the green button labeled ‘calibration’. The bay LED will indicate progress and results.

Troubleshooting:
If you encounter issues, try relocating the station. For further assistance, contact technical support at technical.support@ionscience.com or call 01763 208 503.

FAQ

• Q: How long does the internal rechargeable battery last?
  A: The internal battery provides approximately 5 hours of continuous operation when fully charged.

• Q: How can I adjust the automatic power-off feature?
  A: You can adjust the automatic power-off timing via the ION ARA Dock4Manager software.

Power

The ION ARA DOCK4 bump test and calibration station has two power sources. A 12V DC mains power supply and an internal rechargeable battery.
The internal rechargeable battery provides approximately 5 hours of continuous operation when fully charged (based on 4 x ARA’s inserted).
The ION ARA DOCK4 will automatically switch itself off between tests if inactive for
2 minutes. This can be adjusted via ION ARA Dock4Manager software. The power LED is green when it has sufficient charge or connected to mains power.

Power Button and Status Colours
Powers up the ION ARA DOCK4 bump test and calibration station.

Setup and Installation

1. Loosen the lid cover bolts with a 3mm hexagonal wrench and open the lid to gain access to the calibration gas compartment.
2. Insert the calibration gas into the housing and screw clockwise until seated. Secure the cylinder with the bottle strap. Close the lid and fasten the cover bolts.
3. The calibration pressure gauge will indicate the amount of gas available.
4. Press the power button. The ION ARA DOCK4 bump test and calibration station is now ready to use.

Default Gas Concentrations

The recommended default calibration gas concentrations are below:

• ION ARA Models:
  • ARA100, ARA100H
  • ARA200, ARA200H
  • ARA300
  • ARA400
• Gas Type:
  • Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
  • Carbon Monoxide (CO)
  • Oxygen (O2)
  • Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
• Gas Concentrations:
  • 25 ppm
  • 100 ppm
  • 18% Vol
  • 10 ppm

Operation

1. Firmly place between 1 and 4 ION ARA single gas detectors face-down into the bays.

2. To conduct a bump test, press the blue button labelled ‘bump test’. The bay LED status will illuminate amber during the test. Upon completion, the bay LED will indicate green if passed and red if failed.

3. To conduct a calibration, press the green button labelled ‘calibration’. The bay LED status will illuminate amber during the test. Upon completion, the bay LED will indicate green if passed and red if failed.
   NOTE: The gas is only supplied to the bays where a detector is present.

   • Briefly applies gas to test the sensor response, downloads logged events and tests the audible and visual alarms
   • Adjusts the sensor settings to match the gas applied, downloads logged events and test the audible and visual alarms

ARA Status LEDs

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Troubleshooting

• Check the built-in pressure gauge to ensure there is sufficient calibration gas (34L & 57L are full at 500psi). Inspect the ARA inlet port. Clear any obstructions and replace clogged or dirty filters.
• Clean ARA IR communication window with a non-alcohol-based cleaner.
• Bright sources of light may interfere with the ION ARA DOCK4 IR communication ports, try relocating.

If you are still expeiencing problems after troubleshooting, please email technical.support@ionscience.com or call 01763 208 503.

Pioneering Gas Sensing Technology. ionscience.com

References

• Pioneering Gas Sensing Technology - ION Science Inc

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