PTOE-0653 | OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR | RIKEN PORTABLE COMBUSTABLE GAS DETECTOR | MODEL GP—88A/GP—88AS GP-88A J 0 ~ 10%LEL LEL version © ~ 100%LEL GP-88AS ‘0 ~ 500ppm PPM version 0 ~ 5000ppm GP-88AS o~ ppm Specified scale o~ ppm Target gas eee Safety Precautions + Read and understand the instructions in this manual before operating this detector. + Keep manual accessible at all ime. + Follow all the instructions in this manual. *We do not assume indemnification for any accident or damage caused by the operation of this gas detector, and our warranty is limited to the replacement of parts or our complete goods. + Be sure to perform daily inspections. We also recommend to perform regular inspections including gas calibration every 6 months. * If this detector founds defective, contact authorized distributors, dealers and representative appointed by Riken Keiki Co., Ltd.PTOE-0653 == PREFACE Thank you very much for purchasing our Combustible Gas Detector Model GP-88A series (hereinafter called as GP-88A). This is a portable dual range combustible gas detector with alarm to prevent the gas explosion due to the leakage of combustible gases and gas toxicity by organic vapors This manual is just a guide book to operate the GP-88A. Your kind reading of this manual is requested not only for the first user but also for already experienced staff. This manual contains the following headings to ensure the safe and effective operation. Identification of each caution mark Ad pancer A CATION 2K NOTE Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or damage to the product. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situation. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury on the human body or object. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or some damage on the human body or object. It may also used to alert against unsafe practice. This means “ADVICE” at operation. ‘The GP-88A provides following two versions to comply with various applications. + LEL version : 0~10%LEL/ 0~100%LEL (Dual range) High sensitive PPM version : 0-S00ppm / 0~5,000ppm(Dual range)PTOE-0653 == CAUTION IN OPERATION ZS WARNING + Do not disassemble nor remodel this instrument. + Never modify or change the electric circuit or structures, etc. + Do not connect gas sampling probe or sampling hose directly to the pressurized place more than atmospheric pressure. Inner tubing may be broken. * Check the dirt of filter (absorbent cotton or filter cartridge) in gas sampling probe and replace it with new one before operation if itis dirty ZS CAUTION * Do not use an unspecified gas sampling hose by us. If high loaded gas sampling hose is connected to the gas inlet port, the excessive force is given to the connection port and it will be the cause of leakage or fall of sampling flow. + Correct gas detection cannot be performed if a high load is given to the sampling hose connected to exhaust fitting, hose is bent or a foreign object is choked up the hose, since the gas is hindered under such conditions. * Be sure to connect gas sampling hose. If not, correct gas concentration cannot be measured. + Be sure to connect gas sampling probe while in operation. Also use this instrument housed in a carrying case. * This is not a drip-proot, Do not pour water or liquid. It causes to defective.PTOE-0653 === TABLE OF CONTENTS == 1, DESIGNATION 2. OPERATION 2—1 Preparation: 2—2 Checking the battery voltage 2-3. Zero adjustment 2—4 Detecting the gas 2-5 Other functions 2~6 Responding to gas alarm ~~ 3, MENTENANCE 3-1 Replacing the battery « 3-2 Calibration 3~3 Replacing the dust filter 3—4 Replacing the sensor « 3-5 Procedures after measurement 3—6 Storage or procedures when not in use for a long period: 4, SCRAP THE PRODUCT - 5, TROUBLE SHOOTING 6, CAUTIONS ON OPERATING ENVIRONMENT 7. DEFINITION OF TERMS- 8. SPECIFICATION 8-1 Product specifications 8—2 Accessories~ 9, DETECTION PRINCIPLE- 10. PRODUCT WARRANTY --~PTOE-0653 DV. DESUG NATO @aAlarm light ®Light switch for meter *\ illumination “| @Peak hold switch +4 @Range selection ® switch check button H SS _ @Zero control Lt ~~ @Power switch button @Span adjusting potentiometer, \WEarphone jackPTOE-0653 @® Buzzer window : Alarm buzzer is built inside. ® Alarm light : Flashers when gas concentration exceeds preset alarm point @ Battery check button : This is a push switch to check the battery voltage. The detector can be used when the indicating needle stays in a BATT zone. ® Zero control button : To adjust the reading at zero with fresh air before detecting the gas. © Meter : To indicate gas concentration and battery voltage. ® Light switch for meter: Press this switch to illuminate the meter in illumination dark place. @ Peak hold switch : To know the highest reading. When place this switch to “INST” (lower) side and detect the gas , the indicating needle stops at highest reading. ® Range selection : “H’ is a high concentration range and “L” is a switch low concentration range. Select to your desired range. Power switch : Power switch of this gas detector. @® Earphone jack : To hear the alarm sound at noisy place. @ Span adjusting : To adjust the span of this gas detector. potentiometerPTOE-0653 = 2. OPERATION Checks before operation + Check the dirt of filter (cartridge or absorbent cotton) in gas sampling probe and replace it ifit is dirty(See section “3-3 Replacing the dust filter). Check that there is no crack in the gas sampling hose. 2-1 Preparation (1) Mount the battery into the instrument (See section “3-1 Replacing the battery’). (2) Put the instrument into the carrying case. (3) Connect the gas sampling hose to the instrument. a) Pull the coupler to the direction of arrow mark( t ) as shown below figure. b) Attach the sampling hose to the inlet fitting with pulling the coupler. Connect the hose completely by pushing its coupler after release it. (4) Push the ON/OFF switch @ to make power on after above preparation. Gas sampling hose 4 lek connect coupler |<— Inlet fitting /\ CAUTION ‘ oo | Gas sampling hose shall be connected} [SSS Ks | certainly. If not, correct gas or concentration cannot be obtained. © ° Also, be sure to use the instrument in a SE ee, carrying casePTOE-0653 2-2 Checking the battery voltage (1) Turn the power switch to ON NOTE The indicating needle may move to full scale and an alarm will be activated temporarily at the time of power ON. It is not a trouble if they could reset soon. (2) Push the battery check button @ and confirm that the indicating needle moves within “BATT” zone. BATT zone It is a normal even if indicating needle moves beyond BATT zone when replacing to new batteries. (8) Replace batteries after power OFF if the indicating needle is not within “BATT” zone, (See section 3-1 Replacing the battery) NOTE The alarm buzzer for low battery voltage will sound on continuously after switch ON if the battery voltage is below BATT zone. However, the alarm buzzer does not sound in case that the battery voltage is low extremely. Be sure to check the battery voltage before each measurement.PTOE-0653 2-3 Zero adjustment WARNING Be sure to perform a warm up operation for more than 5 minutes after power ON if the instrument is not used for a long time (more than 1 month). (1) Check that the PEAK HOLD switch @ is positioned at “INST” side. ZERO (2) Select the range switch ® to “L” side. ti ©) Left Right (3) Sample a fresh air and adjust the reading at zero with zero Zeré Goimrot parton control button after the reading gets stable. Turn the zero control button right to increase reading and left to decrease reading respectively. /\ WARNING Do not turn the zero control button after performing zero adjustment. Be sure to perform zero adjustment with “L" range in fresh atmosphere. 2-4 Detecting the gas (1) Select the range switch ® to “H’ side. (2) Bring the gas sampling probe in the area to be sampled and read the measurement value on ‘H” range. The alarm light flashes and buzzer sounds intermittently when gas concentration exceeds preset alarm point. The alarm light and alarm buzzer operate continuously until gas concentration decreases below alarm point. Read the measurement value on “L” range after switched to “L” side if the measurement for low gas concentration is required. In this case, the indicating needle moves to right end, alarm light flashes and buzzer sounds intermittently when high concentration above preset alarm point is sampled. ‘Turn off the switch after the indicating needle retums to zero,PTOE-0653 High range High range Low range +— Low range LEL version ppm version A special meter scale is available on request as optional. However the reading is a ‘common to the above. A\ WARNING + Acetylene and hydrogen gases are out of explosion proof + If high concentration gas above full scale in ‘H’ range is sampled, stop to detect the gas and sample the fresh air immediately. /\ CAUTION | + Some organic solvent do not vaporize a enough gas if the | ambient temperature is low. Check the vapor pressure of target gas before measurement. + The gas sampling hose for ppm version is different from that of for LEL version. Use the exclusive hose for each version. Otherwise, the correct detection may not be performed.PTOE-0653 2-5 Other functions (1) Peak hold function This function is used to know the highest gas reading while in measurement, Turn the Power switch ON and select the peak hold switch © to "PEAK" position after zero adjustment. The instrument gives the highest gas reading while in measurement. Select the peak hold switch to “INST” position to release the peak hold function. | (2) Meter illuminating function Press the “LIGHT” switch © to observe the meter in dark place. The meter is | illuminated while “LIGHT” switch is pressed. Light switch for meter illumination Peal hold switch 2-6 Responding to gas alarm Gas alarm point is set at the safety level. Sudden gas increase may reach hazardous level within a short time. Escape from such area and ventilate there if an alarm is activated. Close the leaking source immediately if the gas leaking source is identified. 10PTOE-0653 3. MAINTENANCE See Please carry out the following check to use this instrument normally. This is a safely instrument. Be sure to perform regular inspection. If this, detector founds defective, contact authorized distributors, dealers and representative appointed by Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. 3-1 Replacing the battery * Battery replacement shall be done in power OFF condition. * Since this is an explosion proof instrument, carry out battery replacement in a non-hazardous area. Replace 4 batteries with new ones in accordance with the following procedures. (1) Turn the power switch @ OFF. (2) Take out the instrument from carrying case (3) Remove the locking screw for battery cover with flat-blade screwdriver. Flat-blade screwdriver %* To remove locking screw, push and turn it to "OPEN” side with screwdriver. "PTOE-0653 (4) Push and slide the battery cover to the direction of arrow mark. (6) Pull the orange colored ribbon upward to take out batteries from battery compattment. (©) Close the battery cover with opposite procedures after replacement. ZN CAUTION = Secure the battery cover to the battery compartment. If the battery breaks away from its compartment in power on condition, it wil be the source of instrument trouble. + Carefully install the new batteries not to mistake a battery polarity. 12PTOE-0653 3-2 Calibration Itis required to perform a gas calibration in regular interval (more than once a year) to keep a reliability of the instrument. Use the standard gas for calibration. (For LEL version) Prepare a canned standard gas or standard gas cylinder and gas sampling bag. (1) Turn the power switch on and perform procedures up to section “2-4 (2)". (2) Pack the standard gas (approx. 2L) into the gas sampling bag from canned gas (or standard gas cylinder) (8) Select the range switch to ‘H" position and check the zero reading. (4) Connect the gas sampling bag to the gas sampling probe and allow to sample the standard gas for calibration. (6) After reading gets stable, adjust it to the standard gas concentration with span adjusting potentiometer i). NOTE It may be impossible to prepare standard gas for the unit of ppm version. Please contact authorized distributors, dealers and representative appointed by Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. Gas sampling bag > Calibration for as for “H’ range. Gas sampling bag ie ‘Adaptor Gas — sampiing probe Ganned gas /\ WARNING Be sure to attach the gas sampling probe and gas sampling hose when performing gas calibration, NOTE, Replace the combustible gas sensor with new one around one year. 13PTOE-0653 3-3 Replacing the dust filter There is a dust filter inside the filter holder of oe gas sampling probe. Check the dirt once a month and replace it ifit is dirty. o> (1) Grasp the two knurled sides of filter holder and se > tum it counterclockwise. (2) Remove the old filter from the filter holder and Filter cartridge or replace it with a new one. cotton filter A cartridge type dust filter may be used for LEL version and the cotton dust filter may be used for PPM version. (3) Reinstall the filter holder and turn it clockwise. 2s CAUTION * Do not put too much cotton in fiter holder. If it is put too much, the sample flow will decrease and correct detection may not be performed. + If sampled water, it will be the cause of trouble. Contact | authorized distributors, dealers, and representative appointed by ken Keiki Ltd 3-4 Replacing the sensor The life expectancy of this gas sensor is approx 1 year. If the following symptoms would be appeared even thought the reading is within BATT zone with battery check button, it is the lifetime of gas sensor. Replace the sensor with new one. (1) Zero adjustment and gas calibration cannot be performed. (2) The reading shakes right and left and not in stable 14PTOE-0653 ‘\. CAUTION using the detector under such environments. * The life expectancy of the sensor depends on the operating environment and frequency. For instance, if it is used in dusty place, place to change the pressure or places with excessively high or low temperature and humidity, the sensor life will be shortened. Then, avoid *When replaced the sensor, be sure to perform gas calibration. To make gas calibration, calibration (standard) gas and calibration kit are required. So, it is recommendable to contact authorized distributors, dealers and representative appointed by Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. for sensor 3-5 Procedures after measurement (4) Ifthe reading is not zero after measurement, allow to sample the fresh air and then, turn off the unit. (2) Ifthe unit is dirty, wipe the dust with a wet dust cloth which shall be wrung well 4 CAUTION alcohol, benzene and so on. The unit may be damaged. * When wiping the dust, never splash a water nor use the organic solvent such as 3-6 Storage or procedures when not in use for a long period. Store the unit under following conditions. Temperature : 5 ~ 35°C Humidity 30 ~ 80%RH Environment : Place where there is no generation of gas and solvent vapors. Please where there are no direct rays of sun, no splashed water and no dust. Store it in a packing box. If there is no packing box, store it in a plastic bag The above conditions will be cleared when the unit is stored in the room environment without direct rays of sun. 15. SCRAP THE PRODUCT PTOE-0653 Any harmful material for environment is not used for this unit. When scrapping this unit, treat it as general wastes (non-flammable wastes). 5. TROUBLESHOOTING This section describes troubleshooting procedures for GP-88S/88AS. It does not describe all causes but describes the most probable causes and recommended actions for the problems you may encounter with this unit. Symptoms: Probable causes Recommended action * The indicating needle does not move when pressing the battery check button. + The unit may have been tumed off. + Turn on the unit. + If the unit does not tum on, replace the alkaline batteries. * The unit does not turn on. + Zero adjustment and gas calibration cannot be performed * The reading does not | move even thought there is a combustible gas. - The battery power has been consumed excessively. | - + The battery polarity is) wrong. | Sensor life has been expired. | + Sensor poisoning gas may be existing. See section “3-1 Replacing the battery’. | + Replace the sensor with new one if the sensor life | has been expired. | + The unit can not be used | when sensor poisoning | gas is co-existing. | The reading rises above the measuring range and can not adjust zero. + Sensor may be disconnected. ~ Low sample flow. “The ability of the pump may be deteriorated. * The liquid such as water may be sampled. * Contact our authorized dealers, distributors or | agents appointed by Riken Keiki Co., Ltd for sensor replacement. Contact authorized dealers, distributors or agent appointed by Riken Kelki Co., Ltd. 16PTOE-0653 6. CAUTION ON OPERATING ENVIRONMENT The target gas of this unit is a general combustible gas in air. However, there are some gas and vapors which have a bad influence on gas sensor. The unit can not be used under the existence of following gas and vapors. @ Silicone vapors (Si compounds) @ Sulfide (H2S, S02, etc) @ Halogenated gases (Cl compounds, Felon, etc) | {\ WARNING If the unit is used under the existence of these gas and vapors, the sensor life will be shortened excessively and the correct reading can not be obtained. Avoid using the unit under such environment. Also if the unit is used under the existence of waste water, dust or metallic powders, these substances cover the surface of the sensor and decreases gas contact area so that the sensor sensitivity reduced remarkably. Avoid using the unit under such conditions. ZX WARNING If the gas detection would be done in atmosphere where silicone vapor etc may exist, be sure to check the sensitivity against the gas before use, 7PTOE-0653 == 7. DEFINITION OF TERMS. ppm This is a unit of gas concentration showing a volume in percentage. 1 vol%=10,000ppm %LEL The abbreviation L.E.L. stands for Lower Explosive Limit, and represents the lowest concentration which can be ignited by source of ignition, hence the lowest concentrations which can produce an explosion. vol% This is also a unit of gas concentration showing a volume in percentage. Combustible gas Gases having their lower explosive limit are below 10% volume or gases having differences between upper limit and lower limit of explosive range is above 20% by volume. General combustible gas. This represents a combustible gas without methane (CH4). Atmosphere An atmosphere with below 95%RH and within —10°C~+40°C at 1 atmospheric pressure (1013hPa). 18PTOE-0653 == 8. SPECIFICATON SSS 8-1 Product specifications Model GP-88A(LEL version) GP-88AS(PPM version) _ Detection principle Catalytic combustion Target gas Combustible gas in air ‘Combustible gas in air [fee reeceeseceesc] Detection range 0~10%LEL/O~100%LEL een bp (Dual range) (Dual range) ‘Sampling drawing with built-in pump By analog meter Explosion proof Exiad Il BT3 + Gas alarm (Flashing alarm light, intermittent buzzer Alarm indication | sound) : + Low battery warning (Continuous buzzer sound) Alarm time 20%LEL 100000 Response point Within 20 sec. to get 90% of final reading.» Operating =10~ +400 = temperature din Power source Alkaline batteries (AA side or R6)_1.5VX4pes. ‘Approx 10 hrs for general Continuous combustible gases (8 hrs Approx 9 hrs. operation hour for methane). (At no alarm, no meter (at20T) (Atno alarm, no meter illumination) _ illumination) —_ | Dimensions and | Approx 85 (W) X172 (H) X46 (D) mm, approx 700g weight (instrument only) % 1 : Itmay be slow in response for high adsorptive gases. *NOTE Fill the name according to the necessity. of gas, detection range and alarm point into 198-2 Accessories Standard accessories @® Carrying case with shoulder strap * @ Gas sampling probe: - + + * @ Gas sampling hose (1m) + + + - @ AAsize alkaline batteries - +++ st ttt Optional accessories @® Earphone @® Gas sampling bag for calibration 20 PTOE-0653PTOE-0653 9, DETECTION PRINCIPLE Combustible gas detection occurs on the surface of oxidation catalyzer of the active element. Any combustible gas in the atmosphere is catalytically oxidized in combination with oxygen from the air at the surface of the heated active element. Supplementary heat due to this oxidation process increases the temperature of the active element, and hence its electrical resistance changes. A similar but inactive element in the same environments is connected as an adjacent leg of a Wheatstone bridge, and the resistance change produces an electrical output proportional to gas concentration. The bridge output is amplified and indicated as gas concentration. The detection range is 0 to lower explosive limit of combustible gases. If high concentration gas above lower explosive limit would contact with detecting element, the sensor may be broken ‘Alumina carrier Ptwire Oxidation catalyzer 0.5~0.7mm eres Structure D : Detecting (active) element © : Compensating (inactive) element Ri, R2__ : Fixed resistor VR1, VR2 : Variable resistor sw : Switch, E : Power source M : Meter Principle circuit 24PTOE-0653 10. PRODUCT WARRANTY RIKEN KEIKI CO., LTD. warrants the Model GP-88S/GP-88AS Portable Combustible Gas Detector gas sold by us to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one(1) year from date of shipment from Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. This includes the instrument and the original sensor. Any parts found defective within their warranty period will be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge. This warranty does not apply to those items which by their nature are subject to deterioration or consumption in normal service, and which must be cleaned, repaired or replaced on a routine basis. Examples of such items are as follows: Filter elements, disks, or sheets Batteries Warranty is voided by abuse including mechanical damage, alteration, rough handling or repair procedures not in accordance with instruction manual. This warranty indicates the full extent of our liability, and we are not responsible for removal or replacement costs, local repair costs, transportation costs, or contingent expenses incurred without our prior approval. THIS WARRNTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, AND REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL RIKEN KEIKI CO., LTD. BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS OR FAILURE OF ITS PRODUCT TO FUNCTION OR OPERATE PROPERLY. This warranty covers instruments and parts sold (to users) only by authorized distributors, dealers and representatives as appointed by Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. We do not assume the indemnification for any accident or damage caused by the operation of this gas monitor and our warranty is limited to the replacement of parts or our complete goods. 99