Installation & Maintenance Instructions

Microtector II – G450
1 to 4-Gas Detector

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Content

INTRODUCTION 5 

For your safety 5 

Application and purpose 5 

Special conditions for safe use 6 

Design 6 

OPERATIONAL HINTS 6 
Switching On and Off 6 
Additional Messages during Detector Start 7 

Detection mode 8 
Battery Capacity and Battery Alarm 8 
Alarms 8 
Reset of Alarms 9 
STEL, TWA, Peak, Minimum values 9 
Flip-Flop Display, Zoom Display 9 
Peak – Display peak values 9 
Turn On /Off Lights 10 
Display Illumination 10 
Storing Measurement Data with the Data Logger 10 
Influence of Oxygen and Interfering Gases 10 
Special Notes for LEL Monitoring 10 

Service Mode 10 

Main Menu 11 
Location – Entering a location 11 
User - Entering user name 11 
Data logger settings 11 
Signal – Entering confidence bleep 12 
AutoCal – AutoCal-Adjustment 12 
Options – Anti-Lazy-Battery, alarm volume, contrast 13 
Tolerance band on/off 13 
Service menu 13 
Sensor menu – sensor specific functions 14 
Zeroing – Zero point adjustment 14 
Calibration – Sensitivity calibration 15 
Alarms – Adjusting the alarm thresholds 16 
Calibration data - Date & status of the last calibration and zeroing 16 
Information – Sensor information 16 
Unit and Gas – Selection of detection range (catalytic combustion only) 16 
System menu – General settings 17 
Bump test – Date and Interval 17 
Calibration (ZERO+CAL) – Date and Interval 17 
Inspection - Date of next inspection 18 
Time – Date and Time of the Instrument 18 
Options – Language, Vibration Alarm, Latching Alarm, Autostore 18 
Sensor selection – Activation /Deactivation 18 
AutoCal-Air – Sensor activation for AutoCal adjustments 19 
AutoCal-Gas – Sensor activation for AutoCal adjustments 19 
Information – Detector, Software version, Serial Number, Supply Module 19 

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 Charging of battery pack 20 

Lazy-Battery-Effect of the battery pack and its clearance 21 

Replacement of batteries and rechargeable battery pack module 21 

ANNEX 21 

Cleaning 21 

Maintenance and inspection 22 

Service - Repair 22 

Calibration Accessories 22 

Test with Docking Station DS400 23 
Faults, Causes and Remedy 23 

Accessories and spare parts 25 

Hints for a non-polluting disposal of old parts 25 

Sensor type and detection range 26 

Sensor specification 27 

Alarm thresholds – Standard setpoints 28 

Technical Data 29 

EC-Type Examination Certificate 30 

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Introduction
For your safety
According to § 3 of the law about technical working media and consumer products, device and production
safety law (GPSG), this manual points out the proper use of the product and serves to prevent dangers. It
must be read and adhered to by all persons who use, service, maintain and check this product.
This device can do the job designed to do only, if it is used, serviced, maintained and checked according to
the instructions given by GfG Gesellschaft für Gerätebau.
The warranties made by GfG with respect to the product are voided, if the product is not used, serviced,
maintained and checked in accordance with GfG’s instructions.
The above does not alter statements regarding warranties and liabilities in GfG’s general conditions of sale
and delivery. Repairs must only be done by skilled personnel resp. by trained persons. Modifications and
changes of the product require GfG’s permission. Unauthorized modification of the product result in the
exclusion of any liability for possible damage. Make sure that only genuine GfG accessories are used with the
product. Repairs require the use of spare parts released by GfG.

Application and purpose

The G450 is a handheld detector for personal protection from hazards occurring by toxic or explosive gases
and vapours as well as by lack or surplus of oxygen. The G450 measures permanently in diffusion mode and
gives a visual and audible alarm, if a gas-induced danger builds up.
The G450 is approved for the use in explosion endangered areas and is subject to an EC-Type Examination
Certificate issued by Dekra EXAM GmbH, according to directive 94/9/EG (ATEX100a):

Certificate: BVS 06 ATEX E 017 X

Labelling:  II 2G Ex ia d IIC T4 -20°C≤Ta≤+55°C (NiMH-II)
Ex ia d IIC T3 -20°C≤Ta≤+55°C (NiMH)
Ex ia d IIC T4/T3 -20°C≤Ta≤+45°/+55°C (Alkaline)

The temperature class of the detector depends on the supply module used. When using the „NiMH-II“
accumulator, temperature class T4 is valid for ambient temperatures of –20°C to +50°C, while temperature
class T3 is valid when using the „NiMH“ accumulator. Both supply modules are identified by a black
enclosure with an inside label showing the type and temperature class. When using the Alkaline batteries
(grey housing), temperature class T4 is valid for ambient temperatures from -20°C to +45°C resp.
temperature class T3 for ambient temperatures of -20°C to +55°C.
For the use in explosion endangered areas with a measurement function for the explosion protection there is
a supplement for the G450 to the above mentioned EC-Type Examination Certificate of DEKRA EXAM GmbH
according to guideline 94/9/EG. Basis of the test were the standards DIN EN 60079-29-1 „Gas detection
instruments – requirements to the operational behavior of instruments for the measurement of combustible
gases” and DIN EN 50271 “Electronic instruments for the detection and measurement of combustible gases,
toxic gases or oxygen – requirements and testing for warning instruments, that use software and/or digital
technology”.
Furthermore the G450 was examined on its measurement ability by DEKRA EXAM GmbH on the basis of the
standards DIN EN 50104 “Electronic instruments for the detection and measurement of oxygen –
requirements to the operational behavior and testing method” and DIN EN 45544-1/-2 “Electronic
instruments for the direct detection and direct measurement of the concentration of toxic gases and vapours
part 1: common requirements and testing methods” and part 2: requirements to the operational behavior of
instruments for the measurement of concentration in threshold ranges”. This is approved by the relevant
Type Examination Certificate with the number PFG 09 G 001.

The tests of the measuring function contain followed sensors and detection ranges:
EC-Type Examination Certificate MK221-0, MK221-1 for 0..100% LEL CH4, C3H8, C6H14 (CC)
BVS 06 ATEX E 017 X (4. supplement)
Type Examination Certificate MK369-0 for 5..500 ppm CO (EC)
PFG 09 G 001 MK427-0 for 0..25 %-Vol. O2 (EC)
MK429-0 for 0,2..100 ppm H2S (EC)
The functions being marked with [#] were not subject of the test of the measurement function.

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Special conditions for safe use
In explosion endangered areas the G450 must be used properly. This means that the detector must be
carried at your body and must not be laid down unattended, to prevent an electrostatic charge of the clip. In
case readings in gas-free environments show a permanent zero-point deviation, a zero-point adjustment is
necessary. Especially after a heavy impact stress the zero-points of the sensors have to be checked and
optionally re-adjusted. In case the CC sensor shows “over-range” after a stress impact, the alarm has to be
reset in fresh air and the zero-point has also to be re-adjusted. If the G450 is operated continuously for
more than one day, the instrument should be turned off and on again every 24 hours latest. Within the
system option menu the deactivation of the latching alarm is not allowed for the use as a function tested
measurement instrument.

Design

Carrying strap

Display

Keys

Alarm-LEDs

Diffusion inlet (EC3 / CC)

Type label (backside)
Srew connectors for with production date e.g.
pump or calibration SN: 0911xxxx (09=year, 11=month)

cap or charger cap

Diffusion inlet (EC1 / EC2)

Battery pack
Contacts
(back)
for periphery

Operational Hints
Switching On and Off

Press the right key shortly to switch the G460 on .

To switch the G460 off, press the right key for approx. 5 seconds.
Release the key when the display reads SWITCH-OFF 0.
During charging the standard detection mode is automatically switched off
and the charging time is displayed.

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After switching on the G450 starts a self-test and displays information about the firmware version, the built-
in sensors with detection ranges and alarm thresholds and the date of the next inspection. During the self
test the visual and audible alarms are triggered like gas alarms.

Alarm thresholds and calibration data are displayed for all sensors connected. Only as an example it is only
CO which is being described here. Depending on the status of the sensors, the instrument may provide
additional messages, which may have to be confirmed. Please refer to “Additional messages during detector
start” for further information.
Once the self test is completed, the instrument is ready to use after about one minute. By hitting the middle
key readings and messages can be reset.

Additional Messages during Detector Start

When started, the G450 tests the sensors and supervises their adjustment data. For sensors, which were
not adjusted yet or whose adjustment is older than one year, the message “Calibration needed!” is
displayed. The reduced adjustment interval of used-up sensors might result in the message “Calibration or
replacement is needed!”. Exhausted sensors are indicated by the message “Replacement needed!”, when
the detector is started. These messages must be acknowledged by key.

When a docking station is used for instrument check, the G450 may include intervals for bump test and
calibration of sensors. The dates for the next bump test or for the next calibration are calculated
automatically on the basis of the last check. Depending on what becomes necessary next, the date for the
next bump test or for the next calibration will be indicated, when the detector is started. Should the
relevant date be exceeded, the G450 indicates this as „overdue“. This message must be acknowledged by
key.

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Detection mode
The G450 is ready for operation, if all measurement values, the unit, the
gas, the battery capacity and the time are displayed.
The detector checks whether the preset thresholds for the individual gases
are exceeded or deviated (O2).

When more than two measurement values are displayed simultaneously, either the gas type or the unit is
shown. By hitting the right key (ZOOM) measurement values can be displayed individually with gas type and
unit.

Battery Capacity and Battery Alarm

The fully charged battery pack or fresh batteries of the G450 have a capacity (depending on sensor
combinations) of approx. 14-170 hours of continuous operation (see technical data). The operational time
may be reduced by activated alarms. In the top left corner of the display the remaining battery capacity is
indicated by a battery symbol. The black area represents the remaining capacity. If the charging status
reaches a low level which is shown as a blank battery symbol, the instrument switches to “energy-saving
mode”. In this mode the green background illumination will not be activated whenever you hit any key. In
case of gas alarms also the red display illumination will not be triggered. The alarm will only be shown by
the alarm LEDs and with a maximum volume of 90 db(A). If the charging status sinks even further, battery
alarm is given acoustically. In this status the battery symbol flashes. The maximum remaining term is
displayed every minute. After 15 minutes the instruments automatically shuts off with a clear acoustic
signal. The display reads “OFF” for 5 minutes. Selecting the “Anti-Lazy-Battery” within the option menu the
instrument does not automatically shut off after 15 minutes but when falling below a minimum voltage.

Alarms
Should the measured gas concentration exceed a pre-set threshold, the detector immediately gives an
audible and visual alarm. The display indicates which gas has caused the alarm. An extremely loud acoustic
alarm (103 dB(A) at 30 cm) and bright flashing alarm LEDs provide reliable warning for dangerous gas
concentrations. In case of a gas alarm the colour of the whole display turns into orange or red depending on
the alarm status. The G460 provides up to three alarm modes. The LO-alarm AL1 can be reset, while the HI-
alarms AL2 and AL3 are latching (default). There are three alarm levels for oxygen and combustible gases
(e.g. CH4), and two thresholds for toxic gases (CO, H2S). For toxic gases the G460 provides additional
alarms for exceeding of short term exposure level (STEL) and time weighted average (TWA). For further
information see “Alarm Thresholds – Standard Setpoints” and “Alarms – Adjusting the Alarm Thresholds”.
The alarm can also be triggered in combination with a vibration alarm, if the instrument provides a relevant
“battery pack with integrated vibrator”.

Number
Kind of alarm Sensors Description
of Alarms
oxygen 3 An instantaneous alarm is activated immediately, if the
Instantaneous combust. gases 3 gas concentration exceeds resp. falls below a pre-set
value (AL) toxic gases 2 threshold. The alarm thresholds are adjustable.
The short term exposure level (STEL) is the average
Short term concentration over a period of 15 minutes. The STEL alarm
exposure level toxic gases 1
is not latching. It resets automatically as soon as the
(STEL)
concentration has fallen below the threshold.
The time weighted average (TWA) refers to an 8 hours
Time weighted shift and calculates the average concentration. The TWA
average toxic gases 1
alarm cannot be reset. It is only de-activated, if the
(TWA)
detector is switched off.
The alarms are prioritized as follows: Power fault, overrange, AL3, TWA > AL2, STEL > AL1, underrange >
temperature fault.

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Reset of Alarms
The latching (default) alarms 2 and 3 can be reset by pressing the RESET key, if the gas concentration has
fallen below or exceeded (O2) the pre-set thresholds. Alarm 1 is not latching and resets automatically, when
the alarm condition does not exist any longer. If the detection range of the CC sensor (e.g. CH4) is
exceeded, the display additionally reads „OVER RANGE“ instead of the value, for gas concentrations above
110 % LEL. In this case the sensor is deactivated to avoid damage. The alarms and the message “OVER
RANGE” remain. This alarm can only be reset by pushing the RESET key. Then the display asks:

Only if you made sure that the sensor is not exposed to combustible
gas but to fresh air only, you may answer this question with YES .
In this case the sensor turns on again and indicates gas concentrations
after a short warm-up time!

For further details please refer to „Special Notes for LEL Monitoring“.

STEL, TWA, Peak, Minimum values

After switching the detector on, measurement is effected continuously in diffusion mode. In this mode, all
concentrations are shown in the display. In addition, short term and long-term averages (STEL and TWA)
are calculated for toxic gases, and for non-toxic gases peak and minimum values (MAX and MIN) are stored.
The stored values can be read from the display, if you turn to the relevant display mode by means of the
right key (ZOOM, see below).

Flip-Flop Display, Zoom Display

The display can be turned by 180° by pressing the right and the left key simultaneously and then releasing
them. This allows easy reading when carrying the detector on the belt.
For activating the zoom display, press the right key (ZOOM). Press the key shortly to display one value.
Repeated pressing of this key displays the individual measurement values of the individual sensors in
zoomed reading one after the other. When a zoomed value is displayed, press ZOOM long to change to the
following detail reading:
Example of zoom display for H2S:

Top left: Peak value

Top right: Current gas concentration
Bottom left: STEL value (15 minutes)
Bottom right: TWA value (8 hours)
Pressing ZOOM a certain time changes from one to the other zoom modes. After one zoom mode being
activated, the display returns back to normal mode after approx. 10 seconds.

Peak – Display peak values

During peak mode (activation by left key PEAK) peak values can be
monitored and displayed. The display shows an animated symbol in the left
bottom corner. Within zoom display the peak value will be displayed in the
top right corner instead of the actual gas concentration.

Pressing RESET during peak mode, the peak memory will be reset to the current gas concentration.
Pressing RESET during zoom display, the peak memory and the peak value memory will be reset to the
current gas concentration. By pressing PEAK again, the peak mode is deactivated.

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Turn On /Off Lights
The G450 is optionally available with a rechargeable battery pack with lights. The lights can be switched on
by keeping the left key pressed for approx. 3 seconds, and turned off by pressing this key shortly. The lights
are useful e.g. when the device is linked to a cord and let down into a sewer system. Using the lights can
prevent the device from being dipped into water.

Display Illumination
The display illumination is turned on for approx. 10 seconds whenever you hit any key. It turns off
automatically after that time. Should the battery or accumulator be almost exhausted, the display
illumination cannot be activated any longer.

Storing Measurement Data with the Data Logger

The measurement data can be stored in an integrated data logger within the G450. A special activation of
the data storage is not necessary. With the internal data logger about 1800 events for all measurement
values and further information can be stored, containing date, time, location, alarms and special events.
Within the main menu under “data logger” different functions of the data storage can be set. It provides a
selection of the storage of average values, peak values or instantaneous values as well as the storage
interval from 1 second to 60 minutes. The default setting of storing is a loop memory. The oldest event will
be overwritten when the data loggers is full. The measurement data of the Microtector II can be read on a
PC by means of a charging adaptor, a USB-interface and the GfG-Interface software. The configuration of
the data logger can be changed with the interface program.

Influence of Oxygen and Interfering Gases

It is to be considered, that the measurement of gas and/or vapour concentrations in the range below 100%
LEL cannot be done accurately, if the oxygen concentration at the same time is below 10 %-Vol.. In this
case the CC sensor suffers from a lack of oxygen, which is necessary for the “catalytic combustion”. If the
oxygen sensor detects such a low concentration, the display reads “????” instead of the LEL value. When the
oxygen concentration exceeds 10 %-Vol., the LEL value will be displayed correctly again. The EX-approval
does not cover the use of the detector in oxygen enriched atmospheres. Certain components, known as
„sensor or catalyst poisons“, may affect the signal behaviour of the CC sensor. The "sensitivity", i.e. the
capability of the sensor to give signals, is reduced. Components of this kind are e.g. sulphuric, lead or
silicone compounds.

Special Notes for LEL Monitoring

For LEL monitoring the G450 may use a catalytic combustion (CC) sensor. Due to this principle the G460
cannot distinguish between measurement values in the LEL range and those in the high Vol.-% range (e.g.
> 20 Vol.-% CH4). Concentrations of more than 110 % LEL might also damage this sensor. To prevent such
a damage, the sensor is turned off, when gas concentrations of more than 110 % LEL are measured. Only
pressing the key RESET and confirming the question “Fresh Air?” by means of key YES the sensor is turned
on again. Oxygen concentrations of less than 10 %-Vol. do not allow the CC sensor to correctly detect
combustible gases and vapours. The paragraph „Influence of Oxygen and Interfering Gases“ provides
additional information.

Service Mode
Press the middle key (RESET) for approx. 5 seconds to activate the service mode. In the service mode the
G450 can be adjusted by changing of program parameters. Certain menu points require the access code
„0011“ to prevent accidental change of important functions by unauthorized persons. During the service
mode all alarms are deactivated. The main menu is the first menu point in the service mode.

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Main Menu
The menu points of the main menu are:

1. Location (= Entering a location)

2. User (= Entering of identity)
3. Data logger (= Adjustment of data logger functions)
4. Signal (= Setting of confidence bleep intervals)
5. Service (= Starting the service menu)
6. AutoCal (= AutoCal adjustment with fresh air or with test gas)
7. Options (= Anti-Lazy-Battery, contrast, alarm volume)

Menu control: The functions of the keys are explained in bold letters in the bottom line of the display.

Left key ( = Scroll down

Middle key (SELECT) = Selection of marked menu point
Right key (DETECT) = Back to detection mode

Location – Entering a location

From a deposited table one location out of hundred possible locations can be selected. The first two digits
stand for the number of the table entry. Except of the table entry “00” all other 99 entries can only be edited
by means of a PC. Within the table entry “00” up to 15 letters / figures can be entered, which will be stored
as “Location” on the G450.
If Location is selected by pressing the middle key (SELECT), the following reading is displayed:

During location selection a consecutive number is determined first:

EDIT = Confirming of consecutive number
EXIT = Back to main menu
 = Changing of consecutive number

After confirming the running number by pressing the left key “EDIT“, the location entry will follow:

The function of the keys is as follows:

ABC = Change of symbol – moving forward in alphabetical order
<<>> = Enters the blinking letter or figure and moves the cursor
to the right
012= Change of symbol – moving back in alphabetical order

User - Entering user name

From a deposited table one out of ten possible entries can be selected. The first two digits stand for the
number of the table entry. Except of the table entry “00” all other 9 entries can only be edited by means of
a PC. Within the table entry “00” up to 15 letters / figures can be entered, which will be stored as
“IDENTIFICATION” on the G460. Entry is completed automatically, when the cursor reaches the end mark
">". Entering the user name (ID) is done in the same way as entering the location.

Data logger settings

Within the menu point “Data logger“ different settings can be effected:

Full - Deleting data from data logger

Mode - Selection of instantaneous, average or peak value
Interval - Interval of data recording (adjustable from 1 second to 60 minutes)

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 Parameter Full shows the occupancy of the data logger.
 = Scroll down to next parameter
ERASE = Deletes data. A security check is effected
“Delete data?” Confirm with the right key YES,
resp. deny with the left key NO.
EXIT = Back to main menu

If parameter Mode was selected with SELECT, instantaneous value,

average value or peak value (PEAK) can be chosen.
Press EXIT to return to the recorder menu. The selected mode will be kept.

Interval:
The data recording interval can be selected by  and  between
1 second and 60 minutes.

The recorded data can be read and transmitted to a PC by means of the drop-in charger or the smart
charger cap and an optional USB adapter cable.

Signal – Entering confidence bleep

Within the menu point “Signal“ the interval for releasing the confidence bleep can be chosen in which the
G450 triggers a confidence bleep during activated alarm monitoring. Default setting of the interval is 60
seconds.

The confidence bleep can be set in intervals of 15 to 90 seconds or be

deactivated (enter "--").
SELECT = Selection
EXIT = Confirm interval and back to main menu
 = Scroll down

AutoCal – AutoCal-Adjustment
Within the menu point AutoCal, several sensors can be calibrated simultaneously with fresh air (ZERO) or
test gas (CAL). Normally all sensors except of the CO2 sensor can be set with fresh air without any further
adjustment. For adjustments with test gas the sensors have to be activated according to the test gas /
mixture being used (s. chapter “AutoCal Air …” and “AutoCal Gas …”. The menu point AutoCal can be
selected within the main menu, but s also activated automatically, when the “Smart Cap” or the “Smart
Charger Cap” is mounted.
The following functions can be chosen:
ZERO = AutoCal with fresh air
CAL = AutoCal with test gas
EXIT = Back to main menu

AutoCal adjustment with fresh air successful

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AutoCal adjustment with test gas mixture not successful (e.g. due to wrong test gas concentration)

An AutoCal adjustment with fresh air is only successful, if the measured value does not differ by more than
±10% full scale from the nominal value 0.0 resp. not more than ±5.2 %-Vol. O2 from the nominal value
20.9 %-Vol. O2. A successful AutoCal adjustment with test gas is only completed, if the measured value
does not differ by more than 25% from the nominal “CalGas” value (see sensor menu “Calibration”). In case
of higher deviations the related sensor is marked with “Fault” in the subsequent AutoCal-report. In this case
an adjustment with “ZERO” resp. “CAL” or in the docking station is necessary. The adjustment with gas-free
fresh air can be done in diffusion mode. Zero gas (gas-free air) and test gas can be supplied with a volume
flow of 0.5 to 0.6 l/min by means of the “Smart Cap” or the “Smart Charger Cap”.

Options – Anti-Lazy-Battery, alarm volume, contrast

Menu point “Options“ allows the following settings:
- When “Anti-Lazy-Battery” is activated the level for the automatic shut down due to a nearly discharged
battery pack is reduced, i.e. the discharging time of the battery pack is extended. This setting is only
active until the instrument is turned off.
- The buzzer volume can be changed to: 103dB(A), 90dB(A) or 0dB(A). For safety reasons, adjustment to
0dB(A) is only possible after entering a service code. During operation a 0dB-symbol is shown in the top
left corner of the display. In this case all acoustic signals (gas alarm, fault, battery alarm and confidence
bleep) are deactivated, so the user has to check the display permanently for possible hazards.
- The display contrast can be changed from 1 = very low up to 15 = very high).

 = scroll down
CHANGE = Change selected parameter
EXIT = Back to main menu

Tolerance band on/off

In standard detection mode the G450 suppresses small fluctuations around the zeropoints of sensors for
toxic and combustible gases. For the oxygen measurement small fluctuations around 20.9 %-Vol. O2 (fresh
air) will be suppressed. The displayed value is kept at 0 until the gas concentration will have reached 200 %
of the tolerance band value. This tolerance band is a default setting but can be deactivated: When going to
service mode, enter <REAL> for deactivation or <BAND> for activation of the tolerance band instead of the
normal access code. For more details about the tolerance band values see chapter “Sensor Types and
Detection Ranges”.

Service menu
Enter the service menu by selecting ”Service”. Within the service menu the G450 can be adjusted by
changing program parameters.
The menu points are only accessible with the code „0011“. The code prevents important functions being
changed by mistake or by unauthorised persons. In service mode no alarms can be released.

ABC = one letter ahead

<<>> = confirms letter (cursor moves automatically to the next digit).
By holding the key the last entry will be deleted, the cursor moves one
position backwards.
012 = one letter back

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After entering code “0011” the display reads:
From here you reach the system menu (see section „system menu“), to
perform general adjustments. Within the menu point System the
individual sensors can be zeroed or calibrated. Information can be called
up or alarm thresholds can be adjusted.
Select Sensors for adjustment of sensor specific functions. With DETECT
you leave the service menu and return to detection mode

Sensor menu – sensor specific functions

Following functions refer to individual sensors of the G450. In service menu every sensor can be selected
individually. The adjustments are only valid for the selected sensor.
For function description of the sensor specific adjustments the CH4 sensor resp. the O2 sensor is being
mentioned as an example. The adjustment possibilities, however, are valid for all sensors.

 = move to next sensor

SELECT = Select sensor
EXIT = Back to service menu

For each sensor following adjustments can be done:

Zero = Zero point adjustment
Calibrate = Sensitivity adjustment
Alarms = Adjustment of alarm thresholds
Calibration dates = Date & status of last calibration and
zeroing
Information = Sensor information: MK type, serial
number, detection range, temperature
range
Gas type and unit = Selection of displayed CH4-unit
(%LEL/%Vol) resp. displayed gas type
 = move to next menu point
SELECT = Select menu point
EXIT = Back to service menu

Zeroing – Zero point adjustment

For the adjustment of the zero point the sensors have to be provided with gas within measurement gas free
air resp. the oxygen sensor (*1) with 100 %Vol nitrogen. In this case the zero gas can be provided with a
flow of 0,5 to 0,6 l/min by using the “Smart Cap” or the “Smart Charger Cap”. To adjust the zero point the
sensor menu point „ZeroGas“ can be selected. The display reads:

START = Start zero point adjustment

GAS = Enter zero gas concentration
EXIT = Back to „O2 menu“

Normally zero gas is 0.0, so that this concentration does not need to be changed. In special cases, however,
you may push the key GAS to slightly increase the zero gas concentration; please refer to the following
picture. After entering GAS the display shows

 = Decrease zero gas value by one unit

EXIT = Confirm value and back to the „O2 menu“
 = Increase zero gas value by one unit

By entering START the zero point adjustment starts:

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ABORT = Aborting the adjustment and switching to the CH4-menu

A constant measurement value being captured after a stabilization time of 10 seconds the adjustment will be
executed and acknowledged with “OK”. Using CC- and O2-sensors the stabilization time is longer but
restricted to a maximum of 3 minutes.
(*1): The zero point adjustment of the oxygen sensor has factory-made settings of 100%Vol nitrogen. For
the detection of usual alarm thresholds of ≥17%Vol O2 a readjustment done by the operator is not
necessary. In this case an adjustment of the sensitivity is sufficient.

Calibration – Sensitivity calibration

During calibration the gas sensitivity of the sensor is adjusted. Before starting sensitivity calibration, a zero
point adjustment has to be effected.
For sensitivity calibration you need a suitable test gas, e.g.:
Detection Test gas
range

TOX Carbon monoxide (CO), Hydrogen sulphide (H2S)

OX Fresh air or test gas with 20.9 Vol% oxygen (O2) in nitrogen (N2)
EX Methane (CH4), Propane (C3H8) or other combustible gases (*2)
You can see the recommended test gas from the test report of your G450. For sensitivity calibration the test
gas concentration should be between 30% and 70% of full scale. The test gas can be supplied with a flow of
0,5 to 0,6 l/min by using the “Smart Cap” or the “Smart Charger Cap”.

For adjusting the sensitivity the sensor menu point „Calibration“ has to be selected.

START = Start sensitivity calibration

GAS = Enter test gas concentration
EXIT = Back to „O2 menu“

After entering ”GAS“ you can define the test gas concentration in a range of 10 to 105% of the
measurement end value:

 = Decreases calibration gas value by one unit

 = Increases calibration gas value by one unit
EXIT = Confirms value and goes back to „O2 menu"

After entering Start the sensitivity calibration procedure is started:

ABORT = Stop calibration and back to "O2" menu

A constant measurement value being captured after a stabilization time of 25 seconds the adjustment will be
executed and acknowledged with “OK”. The stabilization time is restricted to a maximum of 3 minutes.
(*2): The sensitivity adjustment of sensors that measure certain combustible gases within LEL-range, e.g.
n-Hexane, n-Nonane or other si,milar “heavy” vapours, is not uncomplicated. Apart from the availability of
such a test gas it is necessary to notice that the gas supply accompanies with a long stabilization time of

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several minutes. Alternatively the sensitivity adjustment can be performed with a comparable gas (e.g.
Propane). The CC-sensor MK221-0 can be e.g. with a comparable gas of 0,85%Vol C3H8 (Propane) adjusted
to 65%LEL n-Hexane. The cross sensitivities for those sensors are described in chapter “Sensor
specifications”.

Alarms – Adjusting the alarm thresholds

The G450 provides 3 alarm thresholds for each non-toxic gas (O2, CH4). For the toxic gases (H2S, CO) the
G450 provides 2 alarm thresholds. The alarms will be released when the gas concentration exceeds or falls
below the threshold. For toxic gases an additional alarm for exceeded long-term (TWA) and short-term
(STEL) averages can be released.
After selecting the sensor menu point “Alarms” the following reading is displayed (here: selection of O2):

 = Scroll down
SELECT = Select menu point
EXIT = Back to sensor menu

After selecting the alarm thresholds (e.g.: Alarm 1) the value can be entered:

The selected alarm threshold is flashing, the value can be changed now:

 = decreases alarm value by one unit

EXIT = Back to sensor menu
 = increases alarm value by one unit

Except of %LEL detection ranges all thresholds can be freely adjusted within the entire detection range or
complete deactivated (0 resp. “----“). For %LEL detection ranges thresholds are limited to a maximum of
60%LEL.

Calibration data - Date & status of the last calibration and zeroing

Within the sensor menu point „CalDates“ the date of the last sensitivity
calibration and if calibration was successful (√)
or not () can be displayed.

Information – Sensor information

In this sensor menu point specific information for the sensor are displayed:
ID = Type of sensor
SN = Serial number
MB = Nominal detection range
TR = Temperature range
OT = Operating time, days running / maximum lifetime ,
e.g. 125 of 791 days

Unit and Gas – Selection of detection range (catalytic combustion only)

In this menu point you can set the unit for CH4 to %LEL or %Vol.
The volume concentrations in brackets correspond to full scale deflection.
This allows to set the detection range to the country-specific LEL value.

When unit and gas type being changed the instrument has to be restarted after exiting the service menu.
This has to be done before running a bump test or AutoCal adjustment with a docking station.

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System menu – General settings
Selecting „System“ in the system menu, following reading is displayed:
- Bump test (status, date of last and next bump test,
interval)
- Calibration (status, date of last and next calibration,
interval)
- Inspection (date of next inspection)
- Time (date + time)
- System options (selection of menu language, vibration
alarm on/off, latching alarm on/off,
autostore on/off)
- Sensor selection (activation resp. de-activation of individual
sensors)
- AutoCal – air (Adjustment with fresh air)
- AutoCal – gas (Adjustment with test gas)
- Information (info about detector type, software version,
serial number and battery type)

Bump test – Date and Interval

The bump test (check of sensor values and alarms) can be done quick and easy by means of the docking
station DS400. The bump test is effected automatically; the intervals can be stored in the Microtector II. The
bump test interval is activated by the first bump test in the docking station.

Bump test interval not activated

Bump test interval activated

next bump test required immediately

Bump test on January 30 2008 was alright

next bump test required in 7 days

Calibration (ZERO+CAL) – Date and Interval

The fully automatic calibration (zero point and sensitivity adjustment) can be done quick and easy by means
of the docking station DS400. The intervals for the calibration are stored in the G450 and activated by the
first calibration in the docking station.

Calibration on January 21 2008 was alright Calibration interval not

activated

Calibration on January 21 2008 was alright

Next calibration required in 28 days

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Inspection - Date of next inspection
To remind you of the date for the next maintenance resp. inspection, you can enter a date. When it expires,
the G450 automatically triggers an alarm. When the entered date is expired, the G450 reports a reminder
every time it is switched on.
Within the service menu, “Inspection“ has to be selected.

Here the parameter to be changed can be selected (day, month and year).
EXIT = Back to system menu
SELECT = Selects the blinking parameter
>> = moves to next parameter

To change a parameter, following options are available:

= decreases value
EXIT = confirms value
 = increases value

Time – Date and Time of the Instrument

The instrument provides a clock function for indicating date and time. There is no automatic change from
summer- and wintertime. The clock is buffered by a lithium cell providing a lifetime of 20 years.

In the time menu the blinking parameter by pressing

SELECT = you select
With >> = you move to the next parameter.
With EXIT = you go back to system menu.

To change a parameter, following options are available:

 = Decrease value
EXIT = Confirm value
 = Increase value

Options – Language, Vibration Alarm, Latching Alarm, Autostore

The system menu point “System Options“ provides information about the selected language, the status of
the vibration alarm, the latching alarm function and the autostore function.

 = Scroll down
CHANGE = Change language resp. vibration alarm
BACK = Back to service menu

All options can be changed. „Language“ allows to chose German, English (UK), English (US) and French.
Under „Vibrator“ (only if battery pack with vibrator is available) you can turn the vibration alarm on or off.
„AL-Latching“ determines whether gas alarms 2 and 3 can only be reset by pressing the RESET key or
whether these alarms reset automatically when the gas concentration has fallen below the thresholds. The
deactivation of self-latching alarms is not allowed for the use of a function tested instrument „Autostore“
selects whether leaving the service mode saves all changes automatically or whether saving the changes
must be confirmed by keystroke.

Sensor selection – Activation /Deactivation

Every sensor can individually be de-activated / activated for each measurement. This function is necessary
for applications, in which a gas does not need to be measured or if the G450 is to be upgraded by further
sensors or if a sensor is to be taken out and not being replaced.
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Indicator being cramped – (ON) or (OFF) – sensor not available. Simulates how possible sensors would
react. The display - - - discontinues. Prevails even for menus AutoCal-Air and AutoCal-Gas.

On = Sensor active
Off = Sensor inactive
If the indicator is in brackets, this means that the sensor is not available;
it is indicated, however, how an additional sensor would react.
 = Scroll down to next sensor
On/Off = Activation / Deactivation of sensor
EXIT = Back to service menu

AutoCal-Air – Sensor activation for AutoCal adjustments

Adjustment of which sensors are to be adjusted with fresh air. Generally all
sensors will be adjusted and show “ON“.
 = Scroll down to next sensor
On/Off = Calibration / non-calibration of sensor in program
EXIT = Back to service menu

AutoCal-Gas – Sensor activation for AutoCal adjustments

Adjustment of which sensors are to be adjusted with test gas. Generally

no sensors will be adjusted with test gas and show ”Off“.
 = Scroll down to next sensor
On/Off = Sensitivity calibration / non-calibration of sensor in program
EXIT = Back to service menu

Information – Detector, Software version, Serial Number, Supply Module

Within the system menu point “Information“ you gain information about the detector type, the software
version, the serial number of the detector, and the kind of supply module.

EXIT = Back to service menu

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Charging of battery pack
Caution: The detector must not be charged in hazardous locations.
The detector must not be charged when turned on (detection mode).
The charge contacts must be kept clean. (s. chapter “Cleaning”)

The rechargeable battery pack in the G450 can be recharged by means of

the drop-in charger (charger tray). There are two versions available, one
with and one without fixing straps. The version with fixing straps can also be
mounted to the wall.
The charger tray is being supplied either by a plug-in mains adapter or by a
car charging cable. The charger tray limits the charging voltage for the G450
to max. 6V. The charging process is divided into quick and trickle charge
mode. The green LED indicates that the charger tray is ready for operation. Drop-in charger
The yellow LED indicates the charging mode (off: no detector in charger tray,
lit permanently: quick charge, flashing: trickle charge).
When the rechargeable battery pack is completely exhausted, it takes approx. 4
– 4,5 hours in quick charge mode. Then the charger tray automatically turns to
trickle charge, so it is not possible to overcharge the battery pack. Both
charging modes are indicated in the display of the G450. When the charger
turns to trickle charge, the battery pack has reached at least 90% of its
capacity. To reach 100% capacity, you should allow another 7 hours in trickle
charge mode.
With an optional USB adapter cable, the charger tray allows to download the
data from the G450 data logger and to transfer them to a PC.
Drop-in charger
c/w fixing strap - Charge

Alternatively the rechargeable battery pack module in the G450 can be

charged with the Smart Charger Cap. The Smart Charger Cap is to be fixed
to the G450 by means of two knurled screws.
The Smart Charger Cap is also supplied by a plug-in mains adapter or by a
car charging cable. The Smart Charger Cap limits the charging voltage for the
G450 to max. 6V. The charging process and the signals from the green and
yellow LEDs are identical to what was described for the charger tray.
The Smart Charger Cap and an optional USB adapter cable also allow to
download data from the G450 data logger and to transfer them to a PC.
The Smart Charger Cap also allows to recalibrate the detector (see picture at
right). This should not be done, however, during charging.
Smart Charger
To maintain the complete capacity of the battery pack for a long time it is
important to notice to charge the battery pack depending on the operational
time and frequency. Do not use the drop-in charger as a repository for the
instrument lasting for several weeks. The following table shows
recommendations for charging the battery packs depending on the frequency:

Operational frequency Charging recommendation

1. More than 3h a day Charge after use
2. Less than3h a day Charge every 2. or 3. day
3. 1x a week Charge 1 day before next use
4. 1x a month; more than 3h Charge after use as well as 1 day
before next use
5. 1x a month; less than 3h Charge 1 day before next use
6. 1x a quarter or less Charge after use as well as 2 days
before next use

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4., 5., 6.: The instrument being used occasionally the battery pack should be charged after each use, due to
parts of the sensor electronics have to be provided with energy also in power off mode. In case of instrument not
being used for a long time and battery pack completely discharged the instrument has to be charged about 2
days before the next use. Possibly the battery pack will be charged for a short time (e.g. 11min) in the quick
charge mode switching to the trickle charge mode afterwards. A normally discharged battery pack will be
charged in about 4 to 4,5 hours during quick charge mode to 90% of its normal capacity. After further 8 hours
trickle charge the battery pack reaches 100% of its normal capacity. In case of not reaching the normal
operational time with a fully charged battery pack a reason for that might be the “Lazy-Battery-Effect”. That
effect has an impact on the discharging behavior that despite of fully charged battery pack the battery symbol
quite early shows an empty status in which the instrument can be operated for a long time.

Lazy-Battery-Effect of the battery pack and its

clearance
The NiMH battery pack can reveal problems in the decreased duration of the operational time caused by
temperature effects beyond 50°C, by a wrong use of the instrument or by a wrong charging behavior, also called
“Lazy-Battery-Effect”. That can occur in case of battery pack never discharged completely or battery pack being
charged too long. Therefore it should be prevented that charging periods do not start several times a day or
being stored in the drop-in charger for several weeks.
The “Lazy-Battery-Effect” can mostly be avoided by discharging the NiMH battery pack completely. For that
reason in software version 3.23 the menu item “Anti-Lazy-Battery” was added within the “Main Menu/Options”.
This function being activated the instrument works as usual. For discharging the battery pack completely do not
switch off the instrument manually. By that option the threshold for the automatic switch off will be leveled down
once. So the instrument will be kept activated after a 15min battery alarm until the minimum voltage is reached.
The battery alarm will be triggered every minute and shows additional operational time with negative minutes in
the display. In case of “Lazy-Battery-Effect” is strongly qualified this option should be activated again after
charging the battery pack.

Replacement of batteries and rechargeable battery

pack module
Caution: The detector must not be opened in hazardous locations and the battery resp.
rechargeable module must not be changed.
Turn the detector off before you replace the battery or the rechargeable battery pack module. For replacing
the supply module unscrew the two screws at the front of the detector and pull the complete module
backwards, or push it through one of the screw holes.
When the alkaline batteries have to be replaced in a battery module, use a thin subject to push the two
battery cells out through the PCB holes. Take care of the correct polarity when fitting the new 1.5V AA
Alkaline batteries (see battery holder). These batteries have to be purchased from GfG as the manufacturer.
Internal controls ensure the use of batteries prescribed by the EC-Type Examination Certificate. The correct
battery type is: DURACELL PROCELL MN1500 LR6 AA.
The battery module or a new rechargeable battery pack module can now be fit. Fix the new supply module
by means of the two screws.

Annex

Cleaning
Polluted enclosures can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents and detergents! It is
important to notice that outer charge contacts of the G460 and charge contact pins of the
charging adapter will be kept clean. In case of bad contacts of the charging adapter the NiMH
battery pack will be charged incompletely or not at all.

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Maintenance and inspection
Maintenance and inspection include a regular check and adjustment of sensitivity and zero point. A bump
test or adjustment of the device is necessary as well. Gas monitoring devices can react differently on
environmental conditions. It is important, independent from maintenance duties, to test the device before
putting into operation (s. DIN EN 60079-29-2 chapter 9.2 as well as in Germany see BG-Chemistry,
Guideline T 021 and T 023). This test comprises following checks:
 Visual control regarding physical damages
 Visual control regarding gas supply entry holes
 Charging status of battery / rechargeable battery pack
 Display with zero gas and with test gas as well as alarms being triggered

The response behaviour of oxygen sensors can be checked with appropriate test gas (<18 %Vol O2) in
combination with the docking station, calibration cap “Smart Cap” or the charger cap “Smart Charger Cap”.
The simplest way of checking the response behaviour is by exhaled air.

Service - Repair
The DIN EN 60079-29-2 “… Gasmessgeräte – Auswahl, Installation, Einsatz und Wartung von Geräten für
die Messung von brennbaren Gasen und Sauerstoff“, the DIN EN 45544-4 „... Elektrische Geräte für die
direkte Detektion und direkte Konzentrationsmessung toxischer Gase und Dämpfe, Teil 4: Leitfaden für
Auswahl, Installation, Einsatz und Instandhaltung“ as well as relevant national guidelines have to be noticed.
Service comprises in Germany the "Explosionsschutz-Richtlinien", the „BGR 500, chapter 2.33" (formerly:
UVV Gase), the maintenance, inspection and repair of gas monitoring devices. Guidelines T 021 and T 023 of
the BG Chemistry describe the proper measures. The bump test has to be executed before first operation
and at least once a year and comprises:
 Status of the zero point
 Charging status of the battery
 Pump and diffusion inlet
 Display with zero gas and standard test gas and adjustment, if necessary
 Alarm signal release, e.g. with alarm test gas
 Constantly amplified signal with standard test gas
 Response time

The check must be done by an expert, and the result must be confirmed in writing. Any repair of the G450
must generally be done according to the manufacturer’s instructions and with genuine spare parts.

Calibration Accessories
For controlling of the response sensitivity the instrument has to be provides with test gas. By using the
“Smart Cap” or the “Smart Charger Cap” the diffusion inlets can be covered, with the result that sensors will
be provided with test gas with a flow of 0,5 – 0,6 l/min. Alternatively the check for relevant test gases can
take place by using the docking station DS400.

Attention:
Test gases, especially toxic gases, can be hazardous. It is necessary not to inhale test gases.
Work places where calibrations with test gas are performed should be ventilated sufficiently
depending on the gas type, concentration and amount. In special cases an exhaust resp. a gas
drain is functional. The safety lecture written on the gas bottles as well as the safety data sheets
of the test gases have to be noticed.

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Test with Docking Station DS400
The bump test required by T021 and T023 as well as the adjustment of the
Microtector II can be done easily and quickly by means of the docking station
DS400.
The bump test is started and effected automatically. The effective time
amounts to approx. 20 seconds. Adjustment is started by just pushing one
button, and is completed within a few minutes. The test result is indicated by
means of a green resp. red LED. Detailed values are shown in the display of
the detector (bump test report, AutoCal-Air report, AutoCal-Gas report). You
do not need a PC; all relevant data are automatically stored on a SD card in
the docking station.
The first bump test of a Microtector II G450 in the docking station can activate
the interval for bump test and adjustment automatically. For additional
information about the functions of the docking station please refer to the
operation manual for the docking station DS400. Before using the docking
station DS400 the operation manual has to be read and followed.

Faults, Causes and Remedy

Fault / Message Cause Remedy
1. Simultaneous blinking Alarm- Supply voltage insufficient Charge resp. replace
LED´s and display battery pack
Hardware- or program sequence fault Call in GfG-Service
2. Continuous “Bootloader” with Program memory faulty Transfer software to the
red display illumination device or call in GfG-
Service
3. “FAULT! RAM” RAM faulty Switch device off and on
4. “FAULT! EEP” Device parameter memory faulty or call in GfG-Service

5. “FAULT! BAT” Battery voltage measurement faulty

6. “FAULT! ALG” Program sequence fault / Algorithm
7. “Clock chip does not work!” Hardware defect Quit message, set clock
“Time set back to …” or call in GfG-Service

8. “Time set back to …” Clock not set or buffer battery empty Quit message, set clock
or call in GfG-Service
9. “Sensor defect!” Sensor defect or not available Switch device off and on
or call in GfG-Service
10. “Data faulty!” Sensor data faulty Switch device off and on
or call in GfG-Service
11. “No sensors!” No sensor activated in service program Activate available sensor
within the service menu
12. Gas indication “START” Sensor still in start up phase Wait some seconds
(“STRT”)
13. Gas indication “????” Measurement wit CC sensor not If occurring with fresh
possible due to oxygen indication air the oxygen sensor
<10%Vol has to be adjusted or
replaced
14. Gas indication “----“ / “ERROR” No gas indication due to faulty sensor Deactivate sensor within
or sensor data the service program or
call in GfG-Service
15. Gas indication “UNDER” or Massive falling down below detection Perform zero point
“UNDER RANGE” range adjustment

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16. Gas indication “OVER” or Gas concentration too high or high Leave the range of high
“OVER RANGE” cross sensitivity (EC sensors) or gas concentrations and
protect switch activated (CC sensors) acknowledge message
quitting CC-sensor and
switch to fresh air range
17. Gas indication “TEMP” or Sensor operated out of specific Find area of normal
“TEMP ERROR” temperature range or hardware defect temperature or call in
at 0°C<Ta<30°C GfG-Service
18. Gas indication “POWER” or Power supply of sensor is corrupted Call in GfG-Service if
“POWER ERROR” repeated
19. Gas indication “P+T” s. gas indication “TEMP” and “POWER” see above
20. “Remove charger!” Alkaline batteries not rechargeable Demount charger from
the instrument
21. “Remove battery pack!” Instrument can not be shut down due Demount battery pack
to hardware defect from the instrument or
call in GfG-Service
22. “No sensors for AutoCal-Air No sensors for automatic fresh air resp. Enable sensors for the
(Gas) enabled!” test gas adjustment enabled automatic adjustment
within the service menu
23. “Zero failure – measurement Measurement gas possible available Perform zero point
value too high!” (too low) but zero point drift too positive adjustment within
(negative) measurement gas free
environment or call in
GfG-Service
24. “Calibration failure – Wrong test gas concentration or sensor Check test gas and
measurement value too low!” sensitivity too low (high) reference value or call in
(too high) GfG-Service
25. “Zero (calibration) failure – Extreme sensor signal deviation or Repeat process or call in
signal not discoverable!” hardware defect GfG-Service
26. “Storing failure!” Parameter can not be saved when Switch instrument on /
leaving service program off, then repeat settings
within the service menu
or call in GfG-Service

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Accessories and spare parts
Description Part No.
1. Alkaline battery pack (without batteries) 1450200
2. Alkaline battery pack with vibrator (without batteries) 1450202
3. Alkaline battery (pack of 10) 1450204
4. Rechargeable NiMH battery pack 1450206
5. Rechargeable NiMH battery pack with vibrator 1450207
6. Rechargeable NiMH battery pack with lights 1450208
7. Rechargeable NiMH battery pack with vibrator and lights 1450209
8. Smart Charger Cap (charge, calibrate, data transfer) 1450215
9. Plug-in charger 100-240VAC 1450216
10. Charging cable for cars 1450218
11. Drop-in charger G400-DIC1 / Drop-in charger G400-DIC2 [#] 1450219 / 23
12. Drop-in charger G400-DIC1S / Drop-in charger G400-DIC2S (with strap) [#] 1450220 / 24
13. Calibration cap “Smart Cap” (calibration) 1450225
14. Transportation and storing case (plastic) [#] 1450229
15. USB Interface cable for PC 1450232
16. Data logger set 1 with GfG-Interface software for Microtector II 1450233
17. Docking station DS400 with DIC1D / with DIC2D [#] 1450401 /02
18. MK221-0 Sensor for 100% LEL combustible gases and vapours 1450703
19. MK221-1 Sensor for 100% LEL combustible gases (with increased intoxication 1450704
resistance)
20. MK369-0 Carbon monoxide sensor CO 1450701
21. MK380-0 Dual sensor for carbon monoxide CO and hydrogen sulphide H2S [#] 1450706
22. MK380-0 Oxygen sensor O2, (2 years) 1450708
23. MK427-0 Oxygen sensor O2, (3 years) 1450707
24. MK429-0 Hydrogen sulfide H2S 1450705
The spare parts and the accessories should be stored at ambient temperatures of 0...30°C. Storage time
should not be longer than 5 years. Electrochemical sensors should not be stored for more than ½ year.
When you store oxygen sensors be aware of the fact that storage reduces the expected lifetime of the
sensor. When storing spare sensors, make sure that the ambient atmosphere is free from corrosive media
and sensor poisons. For NiMH battery packs a storing time of only one year is valid. Before storing the
battery pack has to be charged completely. In case of storing lasts more than ½ year the battery pack has
to be demounted.

Hints for a non-polluting disposal of old parts

According to §11 of the general conditions the customer of the instrument is committed for a non-polluting
disposal of the instrument and its components according to §§11, 12 of the ElektroG. On request the parts
can be adequately disposed by the GfG in Dortmund.

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Sensor type and detection range
Slot Sensor type Detection Gas Resolution T-Band *
(ID) range
EC1 MK 429-0 0 .. 100 (200) ppm H2S Hydrogen sulfide 0.2 ppm ±1.0 ppm

EC1 MK 380-0 0 .. 500 ppm CO Carbon monoxide 1 ppm ±3.0 ppm

0 .. 100(200) ppm H2 S Hydrogen sulfide 0.5 ppm ±1.5 ppm
EC2 MK 369-0 0 .. 500(1000) ppm CO Carbon monoxide 1 ppm ±3 ppm
EC3 MK 383-0 0 .. 25 %Vol O2 Oxygen 0.1 %Vol ±0.3 %Vol
MK 427-0 0 .. 25 %Vol O2 Oxygen 0.1 %Vol ±0.3 %Vol
PL MK 221-0 0 .. 100% LEL CH4 Methane 0.02 %LEL ±0.14 %LEL

PL MK 221-1 0 .. 100% LEL CH4 Methane 0.5 %LEL ±2.5 %LEL

at (*1): T-Band = Tolerance bandat (*2): or one of the following combustible gases and vapours

MK221-0 CH4 (Methane), C3H8 (Propane), C4H10 (Butane), C5H12 (Pentane),

C6H14 (n-Hexane), H2 (Hydrogen), CH4O (Methanol), C2H2 (Acetylene), C2H6O (Ethanol),
C3H8O (Isopropanol), C4H10O (n-Butanol), C3H6O (Acetone), C3H6O2 (Methylacetate),
C4H8O2 (Ethylacetate), C4H8O (Methylethylketone MEK), C7H8(Toluene), C6H12O
(Methylisobutylketone MIBK), C7H16(Heptane), C9H20(n-Nonane)
MK221-1 CH4 (Methane), C3H8 (Propane), C4H10 (Butane), C5H12 (Pentane), C6H14 (n-Hexane),
H2 (Hydrogen), C2H2 (Acetylene), C2H4 (Ethylene)

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Sensor specification
MK221-0 Catalytic combustion sensor for combustible gases and vapours
Detection range: 0,0 .. 100 %LEL
Response time: t50: ≤10 s t90: <20 s for CH4 t50: ≤12 s t90: <30 s
for C3H8
t50: ≤25 s t90: <65 s for C6H14
Pressure (70)80...110 kPa: max. 5(7)% LEL or 10% of display (referred to 100 kPa)
Humidity 0%...95% r.h.: max. 3% LEL or 10% of C3H8 display (referred to 0% r.h. @ 40°C)
or 30% of CH4 display (referred to 0% r.h. @ 40°C)
Temperature-20(-10)...+40(55)°C: max. 5% LEL or 10(15)% of display (referred to 20°C)
Flow velocity 0 .. 6 m/s: max. 1% LEL or 15% of display @ flow velocity ≥ 1.5 m/s
Cross sensitivities [#] at 50%LEL: Gas supply CH4 display C3H8 display n-Hexane display
2,00%Vol H2 ca.65%LEL ca.100% LEL ca.135% LEL (theor.)
2,20%Vol CH4 = 50% LEL ca.75% LEL ca.100% LEL
0,85%Vol C3H8 ca.33% LEL = 50% LEL ca.65% LEL
0,70%Vol C5H12 ca.32% LEL ca.48% LEL ca.63% LEL
0,70%Vol C4H10 ca.31% LEL ca.47% LEL ca.62% LEL
0,50%Vol C6H14 ca.27% LEL ca.38% LEL = 50% LEL
0,55%Vol C7H16 ca.22% LEL ca.32% LEL ca.41% LEL
0,55%Vol C8H18 ca.17% LEL ca.25% LEL ca.32% LEL
May vary from sensor to sensor and depend on the gas concentration and on the age of the sensor.

Expected lifetime: 3 years in clean air

MK221-1 Catalytic combustion sensor for combustible gases and vapours
(with increased poison resistance)
Detection range: 0,0 .. 100 %LEL
Response time: t50: ≤10 s t90: <20 s for CH4
t50: ≤12 s t90: <30 s for C3H8
t50: ≤40 s t90: <105 s for C6H14
Pressure (70)80...120(130) kPa: max. 5(7)% LEL or 10% of display (referred to 100 kPa)
Humidity 0%...95% r.h.: max. 3% LEL or 10% of C3H8 display (referred to 0% r.h. @ 40°C)
or 20% of CH4 display (referred to 0% r.h. @ 40°C)
Temperature-20(-10)...+40(55)°C: max. 5% LEL or 10(15)% of display (referred to 20°C)
Flow velocity 0 .. 6 m/s: max. 1% LEL or 20% of display @ flow velocity ≥ 1.5 m/s
Cross sensitivities [#] at 50%LEL: Gas supply CH4 display C3H8 display n-Hexane display
2,00%Vol H2 ca.65%LEL ca.100% LEL ca.135% LEL (theor.)
2,20%Vol CH4 = 50% LEL ca.75% LEL ca.100% LEL
0,85%Vol C3H8 ca.33% LEL = 50% LEL ca.65% LEL
0,70%Vol C5H12 ca.31% LEL ca.48% LEL ca.63% LEL
0,70%Vol C4H10 ca.30% LEL ca.47% LEL ca.62% LEL
0,50%Vol C6H14 ca.25% LEL ca.38% LEL = 50% LEL
May vary from sensor to sensor and depend on the gas concentration and on the age of the sensor.

Expected lifetime: 3 years in clean air

MK369-0 Electrochemical sensor for carbon monoxide CO
Detection range: 5 .. 500 ppm (1000 ppm [#]) Zero point drift ≤ 10 ppm
Response time: t50: ≤20 s t90: <50 s t10: <50 s (decay time)
Sensor being exposed too high concentrations beyond upper detection range for several minutes, reckon with massive delays in
zero point return in CO free air.
Pressure (70)90...110(130) kPa: max. 1 ppm or 2(8)% of display (referred to 100 kPa)
Humidity 5%...95% r.h.: max. 1 ppm or 2% of display (referred to 50% r.h. @ 20°C)
Temperature -20...+40(55)°C: max. 3(6) ppm or 5(10)% of display (referred to 20°C)
Long term stability per month: max. 1 ppm or 1% of display (referred to laboratory conditions)
Cross sensitivities [#]: H2S<3%; C2H4:60%; NO:35%; NO2<10%; H2<5%; SO2:0%; (*1)
Expected lifetime: 2 .. 3 years
MK380-0 Electrochemical sensor for carbon monoxide CO and hydrogen sulphide H2S
Detection range: 0 .. 500 ppm CO and 0 .. 200/200 ppm H2S
Response time: t50: ≤20 s t90: <50 s
Pressure 80...120 kPa: max. 3 (1) ppm or 7 (10)% of CO (H2S) display (referred to 100 kPa)
Humidity 15%...90% r.h.: max. 3 (1) ppm or 7 (10)% of CO (H2S) display (referred to 50 r.h.)
Temperature -20...+50°C: max. 3 (1) ppm or 15 (10)% of CO (H2S) display (referred to 20°C)
Cross sensitivities CO display: H2S:0...40%; H220%; SO2<20%; NO2<2%; NO<0,3%; Cl2:0%; (*1)
Cross sensitivities H2S display: CO<2%; NO2-20%; SO2:8...20%; NO<3%; H2:0,03%; Cl2:0%; (*1)
Expected lifetime: 3 years
MK383-0 Electrochemical sensor for oxygen O2 [#]
Detection range: 0 .. 25 %Vol
Response time: t20: ≤6 s t90: <20 s
Pressure 80...120 kPa: max. 0,2%Vol or 2,5% of the detection range (referred to 100kPa)
Humidity 10%...90% r.h.: max. 0,2%Vol or 2,5% of the detection range (referred to 50 r.h.)
Temperature -20...+55°C: max. 0,5%Vol or 2,5% of the detection range (referred to 20°C)
Expected lifetime: 2 years in air

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MK427-0 Electrochemical sensor for oxygen O2
Detection range: 0 .. 25 %Vol
Response time: t20: ≤8 s t90: <25 s
Pressure (70)80...120(130) kPa: max. 0,4(0,6)%Vol or 2(3)% of the detection range (referred to 100kPa)
Humidity 0...95% r.h.: max. 0,5%Vol or 2,5% of the detection range (referred to 50 r.h. @40°C)
Temperature (-20)-10...+55°C: max. 0,5(0,8)%Vol or 2,5(4,0)% of the detection range (referred to 20°C)
Expected lifetime: 3 years in air
MK429-0 Electrochemical sensor for hydrogen sulfide H2S
Detection range: 0,2 .. 100 ppm (200 ppm [#]) zero point devation < 0,4 ppm
Response time: T50: ≤15 s t90: <30 s
Pressure 70...130 kPa: max. 0,2%Vol or 5% of the display (referred to 100kPa)
Humidity 5%...95% r.h.: max. 0,2%Vol or 2% of the display (referred to 50 r.h. @20°C)
Temperature -20...+40(55)°C: max. 0,2%Vol or 5(16)% of the display (referred to 20°C)
Long term stability per month: max. 0,2%Vol or 2% of the display (referred to laboratory conditions)
Cross sensitivities SO220%; NO2-20%; CO<1%; NO<0,2%; H2<0,1%; (*1)
Expected lifetime: 3 years
(*1) Displayed value with reference to the supplied gas concentration

Alarm thresholds – Standard setpoints

Standard setting of alarm thresholds for toxic gases without exposition alarm

Detection range Alarm 1 Alarm 2 STEL TWA

0...100/200 ppm H2S 10 ppm 20 ppm - -
0...300/500/1000 ppm CO 30 ppm 60 ppm - -
Standard setting of alarm thresholds for toxic gases with exposition alarm following to TRGS900
Detection range Alarm 1 Alarm 2 STEL (15’) TWA (8h)
0…100/200 ppm H2S 10 ppm 20 ppm 10 ppm 10 ppm
0...300/500/1000 ppm CO 30 ppm 180 ppm 120 ppm 30 ppm
Standard setpoints of alarm thresholds for combustible gases and oxygen
Detection range Alarm 1 Alarm 2 Alarm 3
0...25.0 Vol% O2 19.0 Vol% ( 17.0 Vol% ( 23.0 Vol% (
0...5.0 Vol% CH4 1.00 Vol% 2.00 Vol% 3.00 Vol%
0...100 %LEL CH4 *1 20.0 %LEL 40.0 %LEL 100.0 %LEL

zu (*1): oder ein anderes der nachfolgend aufgeführten brennbaren Gase und Dämpfe

LEL-values according to IEC 79-20 resp. data base CHEMSAFE

4,0Vol.% H2 (Hydrogen) 5,5Vol.% CH4O (Methanol)
4,4Vol.% CH4 (Methane) 3,1Vol.% C2H6O (Ethanol)
2,3Vol.% C2H2 (Acetylene) 2,5Vol.% C3H6O (Acetone)
2,3Vol.% C2H4 (Ethylene) 3,2Vol.% C3H6O2 (Methylacetate)
2,5Vol.% C2H6 (Ethan) 2,7Vol.% C3H6O2 (Ethylformiat ETF)
1,7Vol.% C3H8 (Propane) 2,0Vol.% C3H8O (Isopropyl)
1,4Vol.% C4H10 (Butane) 1,8Vol.% C4H8O (Methylethylketon MEK)
1,4Vol.% C5H12 (Pentane) 2,2Vol.% C4H8O2 (Ethylacetate)
1,0Vol.% C6H14 (n-Hexane) 1,7Vol.% C4H10O (n-Butanol)
1,1Vol.% C7H16 (Heptane) 1,2Vol.% C6H12O (Methylisobutylketon MIBK)

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Technical Data
Type: G450
Detection principle: Electrochemical (EC): for toxic gases and oxygen
Catalytic combustion (CC): for combustible gases and vapours
(up to 100 %LEL)
Detection range: See section „Sensor type and Detection range“
Response time: See section „Sensor specification“
Expected sensor lifetime: 2...3 years - see section „Sensor specification“
Gas supply: Diffusion with flow velocity of 0 .. 6 m/s or
Pump by means of attachable electrical sampling pump G400-MP1[#]
Display: Illuminated full-graphic LCD, automatical size adjustment for optimal read
out, display of battery capacity, gas concentration as instantaneous and
peak value
Alarm: Depending on gas type 3 or 2 instantaneous and 2 dosimeter alarms,
battery alarm.
visual and audible warning and display indication, colouring of display
depending on alarm status (orange/red)
Buzzer: 103 dB (reduceable to 90 dB)
Zero point and sensitivity Manually or automatically with calibration program by “Smart Cap” or
calibration: “Smart Charger Cap” test gas supply with 0.5..0.6 l/min.
Power supply: 1. NiMH battery module (colour: black), 2500Ah, rechargeable
Im=600mA (max. charging current)
Um=6V DC (max. voltage) or
2. Alkaline battery module (colour: grey), non-rechargeable
with 2x mignon 1.5V Type: DURACELL PROCELL MN1500 LR6 AA
Operational time(1)NiMH-II: approx. 30h (EC+WTCH4); approx. 17h (EC+WT); approx. 130h (EC)
Alkaline: approx. 25h (EC+WTCH4); approx. 14h (EC+WT); approx. 170h (EC)
Climate conditions:
for operation: -20...+55°C | 5...95% r. h. | 700...1300hPa
for storage: -25...+60°C | 5...95% r. h. | 700...1300hPa (recommended 0...+30°C)
Casing:
Material: Rubberized plastic
Dimensions: 75 x 110 x 55 mm (WxHxD)
Weight: 290 g
Protection: IP 67
Approvals and tests:
Labelling and ignition  II2G Ex ia d IIC T4 -20°C≤Ta≤+55°C for NiMH-II (black)
protection: Ex ia d IIC T3 -20°C≤Ta≤+55°C for NiMH (black)
Ex ia d IIC T4/T3 -20°C≤Ta≤+45°C/+55°C for Alkaline (grey)
EC-Type Examination BVS 06 ATEX E 017 X (for measuring function and electronic Ex-
Certificate: protection see chapter “application and purpose”)
Examination Certificate: PFG 09 G 001 (for measuring function see chapter “application and
purpose”)
EMC Test: DIN EN 50270 : 2006 Radio shielding: Type class I
Interference resistance: Type class II
(*1): The operational time will be decreased by hitting keys (display illumination and lights) and triggered gas alarms.

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