Servoflex User Manual

SERVOFLEX
MiniMP (5200)
Gas Analyser
Operator Manual
Part Number: 05230001A

Revision: 9
Language: UK English
5200 Multi Purpose and 5200 Multi Purpose HF Gas Analysers
LIST OF CONTENTS
Section Page
1 DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Scope of this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.2 Safety information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.4 Sample measurement configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.5 Other product options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 SPECIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Sample gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Calibration gases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.4 Environmental limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5 Performance: standard oxygen sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.6 Performance: industrial oxygen sensor
(standard Multi Purpose only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.7 Performance: high accuracy oxygen sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.8 Performance: IR (infrared) sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.9 Rechargeable battery (optional feature) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.10 milliAmp outputs (optional feature) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3 UNPACK THE MULTI PURPOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4 MULTI PURPOSE USER INTERFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.2 Start-up and measurement screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3 Soft key legends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.4 Status icon bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.5 Scroll bars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.6 Menu options/screens and password protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
4.7 The Menu screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4.8 The Settings screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.9 The Information screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4.10 Editing on-screen data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5 INSTALLATION AND SET-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.1 Installation and switch-on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.2 Charging/recharging the battery (Multi Purpose with
optional rechargeable battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.2.1 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.2.2 Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.3 Multi Purpose set-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3.1 Selecting the security level and changing the password(s) . . . . . . 27
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5.3.2 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

5.3.3 Changing regional settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.3.4 Selecting power save mode (Multi Purpose with
optional rechargeable battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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CONTENTS (CONTINUED)
Section Page
5.3.5 Selecting pump operation (Multi Purpose HF or standard

Multi Purpose with optional internal sample pump) . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6 GENERAL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.1 Calibrating the Multi Purpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

6.2 Taking sample readings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6.3 Correcting oxygen measurement for different background gases . 39
6.3.1 Overview of measurement errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.3.2 Entering a cross-interference compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
6.4 Selecting display units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6.5 Configuring the measurement alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.5.1 Alarm modes and levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.5.2 Latching/non-latching alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.5.3 Hysteresis levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.5.4 Setting the measurement alarm levels and modes . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
6.5.5 Enabling/disabling the audible measurement alarm . . . . . . . . . . . 46
6.5.6 Silencing (muting) the audible measurement alarm . . . . . . . . . . . 46
6.5.7 Unlatching measurement alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.5.8 Viewing the measurement alarm status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.6 Configuring and using the milliAmp outputs (optional feature) . . . 48
6.6.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
6.6.2 Introduction to the milliAmp output parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
6.6.3 Set up the milliAmp output parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
6.6.4 Select the Range associated with a measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6.6.5 Calibrate a milliAmp output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
6.6.6 Check a milliAmp output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6.7 Data logging, serial outputs and printed outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6.7.1 Selecting data logging/serial output/printed outputs . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6.7.2 Configuring the serial output parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
6.7.3 Introduction to data logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
6.7.4 Entering measurement data into the data log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
6.7.5 Starting a new data log batch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
6.7.6 Outputting the data log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
6.7.7 Viewing the data log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.7.8 Clearing the data log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
6.7.9 Printing a sample measurement report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.8 Adjusting the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.8.1 Adjusting the backlight timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
6.8.2 Adjusting the contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
6.9 Switching off the Multi Purpose after use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
7 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
7.1 Cleaning the Multi Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

7.2 Inspecting the inlet filter element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
7.3 Regenerate/replace the drying agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
7.4 Use of the Multi Purpose for carbon monoxide measurements . . . 63
7.5 Preventative maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
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8 FAULT FINDING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
8.1 Introduction to faults and fault messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

8.2 Viewing fault messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
8.3 General fault finding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
9 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
9.1 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
9.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
10 SPARES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
APPENDICES
A1 DATA LOG OUTPUT FORMATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
A2 SERIAL OUTPUT FORMATS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
A3 PRINTER OUTPUT FORMATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
A4 RS232 CONNECTION DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
A4.1 OvervieW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
A4.2 Connecting the Multi Purpose to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
A4.3 Capturing data using Windows® and Hyper Terminal™ . . . . . . . . 82
A5 DISPLAY UNIT CONVERSION FACTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
A6 OPTIONAL FLOWMETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
A6.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
A6.2 Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
A6.3 Preparing the Multi Purpose with a flowmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
A6.4 Using the Multi Purpose with a flowmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
A6.5 Multi Purpose HF and standard Multi Purpose
with a sample pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
A6.6 Standard Multi Purpose without a sample pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
A7 OPTIONAL SAMPLE CONDITIONING PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
A7.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
A7.2 Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
A7.3 Using the Multi Purpose with the sample conditioning panel . . . . . 88
A7.4 Calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
A7.5 Sampling gases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
A7.6 Additional maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
A7.7 Draining the catchpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
A7.8 Replacing/regenerating the drying agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
A7.9 Additional spares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
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A8 OPTIONAL GAS PROBE ACCESSORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
A8.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
A8.2 Preparing for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
A8.3 Using the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
A8.4 Additional maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
A8.5 Additional spares . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
A9 MATERIALS IN CONTACT WITH SAMPLE AND

CALIBRATION GASES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
A10 DISPOSAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WASTE

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(WEEE) DIRECTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
A11 COMPLIANCE AND STANDARDS INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . 97
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1 DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITIONS

1.1 Scope of this manual
This manual provides installation, operation and routine maintenance instructions for
the Servomex 5200 Multi Purpose and 5200 Multi Purpose HF Gas Analysers,
abbreviated to "Multi Purpose" and "Multi Purpose HF" where applicable in the
remainder of this manual. Note that, unless otherwise stated, "Multi Purpose" is used
to mean both versions of analyser in the remainder of this manual.
1.2 Safety information
Read this manual and ensure that you fully understand its content before you attempt
to install, use or maintain the Multi Purpose. Important safety information is highlighted
in this manual as WARNINGs and CAUTIONs, which are used as follows:
WARNING
Warnings highlight specific hazards which, if not taken into account,

may result in personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Cautions highlight hazards which, if not taken into account, can result in
damage to the Multi Purpose or to other equipment or property.
This manual also incorporates ‘Be aware of’ information, which is used as follows:
This highlights information which it is useful for you to be aware of

+ (for example, specific operating conditions, and so on).
1.3 Description
WARNING
This analyser is not a medical device as defined in the medical devices

directive 93/42/EEC and is not intended to be used on human beings for
the diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, treatment or alleviation of disease,
injury or replacement or modification of the anatomy.
WARNING
The Multi Purpose must not be used as personal protective equipment.
The Multi Purpose is a lightweight gas analyser, suitable for the needs of field and
laboratory analysis, and light industrial users who require fast, accurate and reliable
gas analysis.
The Multi Purpose uses paramagnetic transducers to determine the oxygen content of
gas samples in concentrations up to 100%, and uses infrared transducers to
determine the carbon dioxide (CO2) or carbon monoxide (CO) content of gas samples
in concentrations of up to 100% CO2 or 5% CO.
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The Multi Purpose is simple to operate, with an intuitive user interface (see Section 4).
Gas sample measurements are shown on the Multi Purpose display, and can also be
output to a serial device connected to the Multi Purpose, or as optional milliAmp
outputs.
The Multi Purpose requires little routine maintenance (see Section 7), other than
calibration (which is essential for the accuracy of sample gas measurements) and
regular inspection of the inlet filter element.
1.4 Sample measurement configurations
The Multi Purpose can be supplied configured to determine one or two gas sample
measurements; the four possible sampling configuration combinations are as follows:
Measurement 1 gas Measurement 2 gas
1-measurement Oxygen * (not applicable)

Multi Purpose IR † (not applicable)
2-measurement Oxygen * IR †
Multi Purpose IR † IR †
* Standard, industrial or high-accuracy sensor: see Sections 2.5 to 2.7.
Note that the Multi Purpose HF cannot be supplied with an industrial
oxygen sensor.
† Carbon monoxide or carbon dioxide: see Section 2.8.
1.5 Other product options
The standard Multi Purpose can be supplied with the following options:
• With an internal sample pump

• With the sample gas outlet on the front or rear of the Multi Purpose
• With a rechargeable battery
• With a printer
• With milliAmp outputs
• With a flowmeter fitted
• With a sample conditioning panel fitted
• With a gas probe accessory
• Protective transport case
The Multi Purpose HF is designed for higher gas flow rates and is supplied with an
internal sample pump fitted.
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Key Description Key Description
1. Sample gas 1 label * 9. Sample gas outlet † ‡

2. Sample gas 2 label * 10. Fault LED (amber)
3. Soft key 3 11. Sample pump key †
4. Soft key 4 12. Sample pump LED (green) †
5. Alarm LED (red) 13. Soft key 1
6. Power On/Off key 14. Soft key 2
7. Filter retaining cap 15. Display
8. Sample gas inlet
* The legends on the labels show the sample gases for which the Multi Purpose is
configured.
† Only available if an internal sample pump is fitted.
‡ Only fitted if the front sample gas outlet option was specified when you ordered
your Multi Purpose.
Figure 1 - Front of the Multi Purpose
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1. Serial output port 4. milliAmp output socket 1 †

2. Power inlet 5. Sample gas outlet ‡
3. milliAmp output socket 2 * 6. Bypass gas outlet #
* Only fitted if the 5200 Multi Purpose includes 2 optional milliAmp outputs.
† Only fitted if the 5200 Multi Purpose includes 1 or 2 optional milliAmp outputs.
‡ Not fitted if the front sample gas outlet option was specified when you ordered
your Multi Purpose.
# Not fitted to a standard Multi Purpose with an internal sample pump.
Figure 2 - Rear of the Multi Purpose
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2 SPECIFICATION
WARNING
You must install and use the Multi Purpose in accordance with the
requirements of this section and subsequent sections of the manual. If
you do not, the protection facilities incorporated into the design of the
Multi Purpose may not operate as intended, sample gas measurements
may not be accurate, or the Multi Purpose may be damaged.
The SERVOFLEX Mini MP (5200) must be used with a mains supply in order to
comply with TUV/UBA in accordance to QAL1 in EN14181 and EN15267-3.
2.1 General
Dimensions:
height x width x depth 300 x 150 x 260 mm (12 x 6 x 10.5 in.)
Mass (maximum) 2.6 to 3.9 kg (5.7 to 8.6 lb)
Electrical supply requirements

Power supply unit 100 to 240 V a.c., 47 to 63 Hz (nominal)
Multi Purpose 12 to 24 V d.c., 20 W (maximum) *
Minimum gas flow rate †
Standard Multi Purpose

(with internal sample pump) 700 ml min-1 (0.025 ft3 min-1)
Multi Purpose HF 1.8 l min-1 (0.065 ft3 min-1)
* As supplied by the power supply unit (through a centre pin +ve connector).
† Measured at the sample gas inlet, with no accessories fitted to the inlet.
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2.2 Sample gas
WARNING
If you sample carbon monoxide, the quantity of gas sampled by the

Multi Purpose may be above the short term exposure limit for carbon
monoxide, and so the sample should be considered to be toxic. Similarly,
other sample and calibration gases which you use may also be
considered as toxic. You must therefore carry out your own risk
assessment before you use the Multi Purpose with such gases. The
maximum inlet pressure of such toxic gases is
34.5 kPa gauge (5 psig, 0.35 bar gauge).
Pressure range
without internal sample pump 6.9 to 68.9 kPa gauge

(see WARNING above) (1 to 10 psig)
(0.07 to 0.69 bar gauge)
with internal sample pump -3.4 to 3.4 kPa gauge (max)

(-0.5 to 0.5 psig)
(-0.03 to 0.03 bar gauge)
Dew point Less than (ambient temperature minus 10 oC)

Less than (ambient temperature minus 50 oF)
Particulate size Less than 2 μm
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2.3 Calibration gases
Low calibration gas Oxygen-free nitrogen, 99.9% pure
High calibration gas
Standard oxygen sensor Certified oxygen supply * or instrument quality

air †, or other supply (with > 20% oxygen; for
example ambient air)
Industrial or high accuracy Certified oxygen supply * or instrument quality

oxygen sensor air †, or other supply (with > 1% oxygen)
IR (infrared) sensor Certified gas supply with a concentration in

the range 80 to 100% of the corresponding IR
sensor max measurement (see Section 2.8)
Calibration gas flow rate (with

internal sample pump fitted)
Minimum 1 l min-1 (0.035 ft3 min-1)
Maximum 2.5 l min-1 (0.088 ft3 min-1)
Calibration gas pressure range
Standard Multi Purpose # 6.9 to 68.9 kPa gauge

(1 to 10 psig, 0.07 to 0.69 bar gauge)
Multi Purpose HF
Minimum 6.89 kPa gauge (1 psig, 0.07 bar gauge)
Maximum 34 kPa gauge (5 psig, 0,34 bar gauge)
* > 99.2% pure oxygen, with nitrogen balance gas.
† The air supply must be clean and dry, and free from oil.
# Without internal sample pump.
+ With an industrial or high accuracy oxygen sensor, there must be at least a

1% difference in oxygen concentration between the low and high calibration
gases. With the standard oxygen sensor, there must be at least a 20%
difference in oxygen concentration between the low and high calibration
gases.
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2.4 Environmental limits
Ambient temperature range

Operation (analyser) -10 to +50 °C (14 to 122 oF)
Operation (power supply unit) 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 oF)
Battery charging +10 to +40 °C (50 to 104 oF)
Storage * -20 to +60 °C (-4 to 140 oF)
Operating ambient pressure range 1.013 x 102 kPa ±10%

(1.013 bar ±10%)
(14.69 psi ±10%)
Operating ambient humidity range 0 to 95% RH, non-condensing
Operating altitude range -500 † to 5000 ‡ meters

(-1640 † to 16400 ‡ feet)
Ingress protection IP40

* Storage below 21 oC (70 oF) is recommended to ensure optimum battery life.
† Below sea level.
‡ Above sea level.
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2.5 Performance: standard oxygen sensor
+ The display indication given below is the default indication. You can
configure the Multi Purpose to provide other display indications (see
Section 6.4).
Display indication Measured volume % oxygen

Full Scale Range 0 to 100% oxygen
Resolution 0.1% oxygen
Linearity ± 0.1% oxygen
Intrinsic error (accuracy) ± 0.1% oxygen *, or ± 0.2% oxygen †
Zero drift per week ± 0.4% oxygen
Output fluctuation ± 0.1% oxygen
Response time: standard Multi Purpose #
Without drying tube Less than 10 seconds
With drying tube fitted 20 seconds
Response time: Multi Purpose HF #
Without drying tube 8 seconds
Flow effect ‡ ± 0.1% oxygen for a ± 35 kPa gauge
(0.5 psig, 0.35 bar gauge) change in sample
gas supply pressure
Zero temperature coefficient ± 0.2% oxygen per 10 oC (18 oF)
Span temperature coefficient ± 0.3% oxygen per 10 oC (18 oF)
Tilt effects ± 0.3% oxygen per 22.5o of tilt
Pressure effects Directly proportional to ambient barometric
pressure §
Power cycle offset ± 0.4% maximum

* High calibration with certified oxygen supply (see Section 2.3).
† High calibration with instrument air or other oxygen supplies (see Section 2.3).
# T90 at 68.9 kPa gauge (10 psig, 0.69 bar gauge) supply pressure. Response
time will increase if the Multi Purpose has a sample conditioning panel: refer
to Section A7.2.
‡ Within sample gas supply pressure range specified in Section 2.2.
§ A 1% change in ambient barometric pressure will result in a 1% change
in sample reading.
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2.6 Performance: industrial oxygen sensor (standard Multi Purpose only)
Section 6.4).
Intrinsic error (accuracy) ± 0.1% oxygen
Response time *

Flow effect † ± 0.1% oxygen
Tilt effects ± 0.15% oxygen per 15o of tilt

pressure #
* T90 at 68.9 kPa gauge (10 psig, 0.69 bar gauge) supply pressure. Response
to Section A7.2.
† Within sample gas supply pressure range specified in Section 2.2.
# A 1% change in ambient barometric pressure will result in a 1% change
in sample reading.
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2.7 Performance: high accuracy oxygen sensor
Section 6.4).
Intrinsic error (accuracy) ± 0.02% oxygen *, or ± 0.05% oxygen †
Response time: standard Multi Purpose #

Response time: Multi Purpose HF #

With drying tube fitted Less than 12 seconds
Flow effect ‡ ± 0.1% oxygen
Tilt effects ± 0.15% oxygen per 15o of tilt

pressure §
* High calibration with certified oxygen supply (see Section 2.3).

† High calibration with instrument air or other oxygen supplies (see Section 2.3).
# T90 at 68.9 kPa gauge (10 psig, 0.69 bar gauge) supply pressure. Response
to Section A7.2.
‡ Within sample gas supply pressure range specified in Section 2.2.
§ A 1% change in ambient barometric pressure will result in a 1% change
in sample reading.
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2.8 Performance: IR (infrared) sensors
+ The display indications given below are the default indications. You can
configure the Multi Purpose to provide other indications (see Section 6.4).
Allow 1 hour warm up to reach stated accuracy.
Display indication
Carbon monoxide sensors Measured volume % carbon monoxide
Carbon dioxide sensors Measured volume % or ppm carbon dioxide
Full Scale Range *
Carbon monoxide sensors 0 to 5%
Carbon dioxide sensors 0 to 10%, 0 to 25%, 0 to 50% or 0 to 100%
Resolution Less than 0.1% Full Scale Range *
Linearity ± 1% Full Scale Range *
Intrinsic error (accuracy) ± 2% Full Scale Range *
Zero drift per week ± 4% Full Scale Range *
Output fluctuation ± 0.05% Full Scale Range *
Response time: standard Multi Purpose †
Response time: Multi Purpose HF †
With drying tube fitted Less than 10 seconds
Flow effect ‡ ± 0.5% Full Scale Range *
Zero temperature coefficient # ± 1% Full Scale Range * per 10 oC (18 oF)
Span temperature coefficient #
100% CO2 only ± 8.5% Full Scale Range per 10 °C (18 °F)
All other IR measurements ± 5% Full Scale Range per 10 °C (18 °F)
Tilt effects ± 1% Full Scale Range * per 15o of tilt
Pressure effects Less than 0.2% measurement per 0.1 kPa
(1 mbar, 1.45 x 10-2 psi) change in ambient
barometric pressure
* The ranges listed identify the different IR sensors available.
† T90 at 68.9 kPa gauge (10 psig, 0.69 bar gauge) supply pressure. Response
to Section A7.2.
‡
Within sample gas supply pressure range specified in Section 2.2.
# In the range 5 to 45 oC (41 to 113 oF).
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2.9 Rechargeable battery (optional feature)
Battery type Lithium ion
Time to recharge (from empty) 4 hours *
Operating life (from fully charged) 8 to 35 hours †
Service life Approximately 300 to 500 discharge/

recharge cycles (depending on ambient
conditions)
* This is the recharge time with the Multi Purpose switched off. With the Multi Purpose
switched on, recharge time depends on ambient conditions, and on the Multi Purpose
configuration and usage.
† Battery operating life depends on the Multi Purpose configuration (that is, the options
that are fitted), and how the Multi Purpose is used.
+ Lithium ion batteries have no ‘memory effects’, so you can recharge the battery,
from any charge level, for any length of time and for often as you like, without
affecting the battery’s service life.
To ensure the optimum service life of the battery, we recommend that you recharge
the battery after each session of operation, and that you store the Multi Purpose
when not in use in a cool environment: see Section 2.4.
2.10 milliAmp outputs (optional feature)
Maximum load resistance 1 kΩ
Minimum isolation voltage 500 V
Output range
Normal sample measurement 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA *
Fault condition 0 mA or 21.5 mA *
Under range † Less than 4 mA
Cable requirements
Type Multi-strand twisted pair with overall screen
Maximum size 1.5 mm2 16 AWG
* User selectable: see Sections 6.6.2 and 6.6.3.

† Only available when the 4 to 20 mA output range is selected:
see Sections 6.6.2 and 6.6.3.
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3 UNPACK THE MULTI PURPOSE

1. Remove the Multi Purpose and any other equipment from its packaging.
2. Remove the protective plastic cover from the sample gas inlet on the front of the
Multi Purpose (see Figure 1).
3. Remove the protective plastic cover from the sample gas outlet (on the front or
the rear of the Multi Purpose: see Figures 1 and 2).
4. Remove the protective plastic cover from the bypass gas outlet (if fitted) on the
rear of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 2).
5. Inspect the Multi Purpose and the other items supplied, and check that they are
not damaged. If any item is damaged, immediately contact Servomex or your
local Servomex agent.
6. If you do not intend to use the Multi Purpose immediately:
• Refit the protective plastic covers to the gas inlet, the sample gas outlet and
the bypass gas outlet (if fitted).
• Place the Multi Purpose and any other equipment supplied back in its
protective packaging.
• Store the Multi Purpose as described in Section 9.1.
Otherwise, read Section 4 (User Interface), then continue at Sections 5 onwards

to install, set up, and use the Multi Purpose.
+ Retain the shipping documentation and packaging for future use (for
example, return of the Multi Purpose to Servomex for servicing or repair).
CAUTION
You must remove the protective plastic covers as specified in Steps 3 and 4
above before you use the Multi Purpose. If you do not, you may damage the
Multi Purpose when you try to pass calibration or sample gases through it.
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4 MULTI PURPOSE USER INTERFACE

+ Throughout this manual, reference is made to product options (such as
"rechargeable battery") which must be specified at the time of purchase.
Associated menus and menu options will not be available if your Multi
Purpose does not have the corresponding product options.
4.1 Introduction
The Multi Purpose user interface comprises the following (shown on Figure 1):
Power On/Off key Use this key to switch the Multi Purpose on (see
Section 5.1) or to switch it off (see Section 6.9).
Display Shows various screens: see Section 4.2 onwards.
Soft keys The function of each of the soft keys depends on the
screen currently being shown on the display: see
Section 4.2.
Alarm LED On when an alarm condition exists: see Section 6.5.4.
Fault LED On when a fault condition exists: see Section 8.
Sample pump key * Use this key to switch the sample pump on and off:
see Section 5.3.5.
Sample pump LED * Flashes when the sample pump is operating: see
Section 5.3.5.
* This key and LED are only operational if an internal sample pump is fitted.
The Multi Purpose also has an audible alarm which will go on (emit a tone):
• On initial switch-on: see Section 5.1.

• When a measurement alarm condition is detected (if the audible measurement
alarm is enabled): see Section 6.5.5.
• When a fault condition is detected: see Section 8.
4.2 Start-up and measurement screens
When you first switch on the Multi Purpose, a ’start-up screen’ is displayed while the
Multi Purpose carries out a self-test.
The start-up screen shows the Servomex name, a ‘self-test time elapsed/remaining’
indicator, and messages identifying the tasks being carried out as part of the self-test:
• The screen will initially display the message "System Check".

• If your Multi Purpose is configured for use with one or more IR sensors, the
following messages will be displayed: "Infrared Initialising" and "Infrared Warming".
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The Measurement screen is then displayed, as shown in Figure 3 below. Note that:
• If your Multi Purpose is configured for a single sample gas measurement, the
1-measurement screen will be shown, as in detail A below.
• If your Multi Purpose is configured for two sample gas measurements, the
2-measurement screen will be shown, as in detail B below.
(Continued on page 17)
(A) 1-measurement screen:

Gas being measured
Measurement units
Transducer number Current measurement
("1" always shown)
Fault icon: see
Section 8
Status icon bar Alarm icon: see

(see Section 4.4) Section 6.5.1
Software health
milliAmp Range*:
indicator
see Section 6.6.1
Soft key legends
(B) 2-measurement screen:

Gases being measured
Measurement units
Transducer numbers Current measurement 1

Fault icon: see
Section 8
milliAmp Ranges*:
Status icon bar see Section 6.6.1
(see Section 4.4)
Current measurement 2
Software health
indicator
Soft key legends
* Optional feature
Figure 3 - The Measurement screen
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+ During normal Multi Purpose operation, the software health indicator

continuously moves from left to right and then back again, below the status
icon bar. If the indicator stops moving, this means that the Multi Purpose is
not operating correctly, and you must refer to Section 8.
+ If no soft key is pressed for 10 minutes, the Measurement screen will be

automatically displayed. (You will also then have to enter the password again
to access any password-protected screens: refer to Figure 4 and to
Section 4.6.)
4.3 Soft key legends
The four soft key legends at the bottom of the Measurement screen (Figure 3)
correspond to the four soft keys on the front of the Multi Purpose. (The first legend
corresponds to the function of soft key 1, the second legend corresponds to the
function of soft key 2, and so on).
On the Measurement screen, the soft key functions are as follows:
Legend Meaning Function (when soft key pressed)
Menu Displays the Menu screen: see Section 4.7.
Calibrate * Displays the Calibrate screen: see Section 6.1.
Alarm * Displays the Alarm option screen: see

Section 6.5.4.
Logging † Displays the Data logging screen: see Section 6.7.
Print † Produces a printed sample measurement report:

see Section 6.7.9.
* These soft keys are ‘shortcuts’ to these menus, which can also be selected by
pressing the soft key with the corresponding menu option highlighted on
the Menu screen: see Section 4.7.
† If you have selected printed outputs (see Section 6.7.1), the ‘Print’ legend is
shown instead of the ‘Logging’ legend.
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Other soft key legends which are used on the various screens are as follows:
Legend Meaning Function (when soft key pressed)
Back Cancels the current screen and displays the

previous screen in the menu structure.
Accept Accepts the currently selected option or data.

(A new screen may be displayed accordingly.)
Edit Allows the highlighted data to be edited.
Batch Starts a new batch (for data logging).
Up Moves the cursor up a list (or increases a digit

during editing).
Down Moves the cursor down a list (or decreases a

digit during editing).
Left Moves the cursor left.
Right Moves the cursor right.
4.4 Status icon bar
The status icon bar appears on all screens. The icons which can be shown and their
meanings are as follows:
Icon Meaning
Indicates that a fault has been detected by the
Multi Purpose: refer to Section 8.
Indicates that the audible alarm is disabled:
refer to Section 6.5.5.
* Battery less than 10% full.
* Battery 10% to 32% full.


* These icons will only be shown on a Multi Purpose with the optional
rechargeable battery fitted. See Section 5.2 for more information.
+ When the ‘battery less than 10% full’ icon starts to flash, this indicates that
the rechargeable battery is virtually empty. The Multi Purpose will
automatically shut down approximately 15 seconds after the icon starts to
flash.
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4.5 Scroll bars
On some screens (for example, see Figure 5), there may be more options available
than can be shown on the screen, and you have to scroll down the screen to view all
of the options: this is identified by a scroll bar at the right-hand side of the screen.
The height of the wide part of the scroll bar gives an indication of what proportion (of
all the options) are currently shown on the screen. As you scroll up or down the options
(using the and soft keys), the wide part of the scroll bar will also move on
the screen, indicating approximately where the currently displayed options are, within
the complete list of options. For example, compare the scroll bars in Figures 5 and 13.
4.6 Menu options/screens and password protection
The menu structure of the Multi Purpose is shown in Figure 4, which shows that some
of the options/screens are password protected.
When an option/screen is password protected, this means that the correct

corresponding password has to be entered before the option/screen can be accessed.
Password protection operates as follows:
• The first time you try to access a password-protected option/screen, you will be
prompted for the corresponding password. You must then enter the correct
password (using the editing method described in Section 4.10) before the option/
screen can be displayed.
• If you have already entered the corresponding password, you will gain access to all
options/screens protected by that password immediately (you do not need to enter
the password again).
+ Once you have entered a password, it remains active until 10 minutes after
the last soft key is pressed. After this, the password becomes inactive; you
must re-enter the password to access password-protected options/screens
again.
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NOTES:
(Start-up screen)
[4.2] [X.Y.Z] Specifies the corresponding section in
this manual.
A Specifies that the option/screen is always
protected by the supervisor password.
S Specifies that the option/screen can be
(Measurement screen) [4.2] protected by the supervisor password.
O Specifies that the option/screen can be
protected by the operator password.
Add measurement to data log [6.7.4]

Start new data log batch [6.7.5]
Produce printed report [6.7.9] *
Alarm * If printed outputs selected [6.7.1]
Mute Silence the audible measurement alarm [6.5.6]

Unlatch Unlatch a latched measurement alarm [6.5.7]
View View the measurement alarm status [6.5.8]
Set up O Set up the measurement alarms [6.5.4]
Audible alarm Enable/disable the audible measurement
alarm [6.5.5]
O Calibrate the Multi Purpose [6.1]
Data log Data log

Set up
Calibrate View log View the data log [6.7.7]
Alarm Output log Output the data log [6.7.6]
Settings Clear log Clear the data log [6.7.8]
Service
Faults Set up
mA output S Set milliAmp parameters [6.6]

Serial type S Select serial output/data logging/
Unit selection S printed outputs [6.7.1]
X-Interference S Select display units [6.4]
Pump Enter a cross-compensation error [6.3.2]
Select pump operation mode [5.3.5]
Settings
Serial output S Set serial output parameters [6.7.2]

Password A Change the password(s) [5.3.1]
Clock S Set the date/time [5.3.2]
Regional S Change regional settings [5.3.3]
Backlight Adjust the backlight timer [6.8.1]
Contrast Adjust the display contrast [6.8.2]
Power save Select/deselect power save [5.3.4]
Security A Select the security level [5.3.1]
Information View system information [4.9]
S Check milliAmp outputs [6.6.6]

Calibrate milliAmp outputs [6.6.5]
View current faults [8.2]
Figure 4 - The Multi Purpose menu structure
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4.7 The Menu screen
+ Some of the menu screens referenced below may not be available: refer to
the note at the start of Section 4.
The Menu screen (see Figure 5) provides access to other screens in the menu
structure, and is displayed by pressing the soft key when the Measurement
screen is displayed.
Scroll bar: see

Section 4.5
Figure 5 - The Menu screen
Use the and soft keys to highlight the required screen option, then press
the soft key to display the selected screen:
Screen Use Section
Data Log Select this screen to view, output or clear the data log. 6.7.6 to
6.7.8
Set up Select this screen to configure the (optional) milliAmp 6.6.3,

outputs, select serial output, data logging or printed 6.7.1,
outputs, select the display units, or introduce a cross- 6.4,
interference correction. 6.3.2
Calibrate Select this screen to calibrate the Multi Purpose. 6.1
Alarm Select this screen to set up the measurement alarms, or 6.5.4

to silence (mute) the audible measurement alarm.
Settings Select this screen to change Multi Purpose settings 4.8

(password, display language and so on).
Service Select this screen to calibrate or check the (optional) 6.6.5,

milliAmp outputs. 6.6.6
Faults Select this screen to view current faults. 8.2
Alternatively, press the soft key to display the Measurement screen again.
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4.8 The Settings screen
The Settings screen is shown in

Figure 6.
Use the and soft keys to

highlight the required screen option,
then press the soft key to display
the selected screen, as shown below:
Figure 6 - The Settings screen
Screen Use Section
Serial output Configuring the serial output parameters 6.7.2
Password Changing the password. 5.3.2
Clock Setting the clock time and/or date. 5.3.2
Regional Changing regional settings (language and so on). 5.3.3
Backlight Adjusting the backlight timer duration. 6.8.1
Contrast Adjusting the contrast of the screen. 6.8.2
Power save * Selecting/deselecting ‘power save’ operation. 5.3.4
Security Selecting the security level. 5.3.1
Information Viewing Multi Purpose system information. 4.9
* Only available on a Multi Purpose with the optional rechargeable battery fitted.
Alternatively, press the soft key to display the Menu screen again.
4.9 The Information screen
A typical Information screen is shown

in Figure 7.
This screen shows information (such

as the Multi Purpose serial number
and the version of the operating
software embedded in the Multi
Purpose) which is useful to the Figure 7 - Typical information screen
Servomex support team.
Note that the information shown on the screen will vary, depending on the Multi
Purpose model.
After viewing (and if necessary recording) the information shown on the screen, press
the soft key to display the Settings screen again, or press and hold the soft
key to show the Measurement screen again.
+ You may be asked to provide the information from this screen to the
Servomex support team; for example, as an aid to fault diagnosis.
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4.10 Editing on-screen data
A common method is used for editing data shown on all of the different screens.
When you press the soft key to edit an item of data, the screen changes to show
the corresponding edit screen, with the first digit highlighted; a typical edit screen is
shown in Figure 8:
Figure 8 - A typical edit screen
When the first digit is highlighted, press the soft key to exit the menu without
changing the data.
Alternatively, use the soft keys to edit the data as follows:
Soft key Function
Increases the highlighted digit by 1.
Decreases the highlighted digit by 1.
Moves the cursor left to the previous digit.
Moves the cursor right to the next digit.
Note that the figures above and below the highlighted digit show the digits above and
below the currently highlighted value.
When the last digit is highlighted, press the soft key to enter the new data.
+ When editing numerical values, the decimal point appears between digits
"9" and "0".
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5 INSTALLATION AND SET-UP
5.1 Installation and switch-on
WARNING
Ensure that the cables and tubes that you connect to the Multi Purpose
are routed so that they do not present a trip hazard to people.
WARNING
Ensure that the electrical installation of the Multi Purpose and the power
supply unit conforms with all applicable local and national electrical
safety requirements.
WARNING
Sample and calibration gases may be toxic or asphyxiant. Ensure that

the external connections are leak free at full operating pressure before
you use sample or calibration gases.
WARNING
Sample and calibration gases may be toxic or asphyxiant. Ensure that

the Multi Purpose sample, bypass gas and calibration ‘T’ piece (if used)
outlets are vented to an area where they will not be a hazard to people.
WARNING
Sample and calibration gases may be toxic or asphyxiant. To prevent the

build-up of such gases, ensure that the Multi Purpose is only used in a
well-ventilated environment.
CAUTION
Do not use the Multi Purpose in an area subject to high levels of vibration
or sudden jolts. If you do, sample measurements may not be accurate,
or the Multi Purpose may be damaged.
1. Place the Multi Purpose in a suitable operating location, within easy reach of a
suitable electrical supply outlet.
2. If necessary (if sample or calibration gases are toxic or asphyxiant) or if
required:
• Use quick-connect fittings to connect a suitable sized tube to the sample gas
outlet (on the rear or the front of the Multi Purpose: see Figures 1 and 2).
• Use quick-connect fittings to connect a suitable sized tube to the bypass gas
outlet (if fitted, on the rear of the Multi Purpose: see Figure 2).
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3. If you have fitted tubes to the sample gas outlet and/or bypass gas outlet, route
the ends of the tubes so that they can freely vent to atmosphere.
+ The two outlets can be left to vent to local atmosphere. However if you
do fit a tube to one or both of the outlets, the tube(s) must be suitably
sized so that the gases can vent from the Multi Purpose without over-
pressurisation of the Multi Purpose or the tubes.
4. If you have ordered and received a printer, connect the printer to the serial
connector on the rear of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 2). Alternatively, if
required, connect a PC (personal computer) or other device to the serial
connector: refer to Appendix A4.
5. If your Multi Purpose is configured to provide optional milliAmp outputs, for each
output:
• Connect the wires in your cable to the screw terminals on the milliAmp
interface connector supplied: refer to Section 2.10 for the cable requirements,
and refer to Figure 9 below for the connection requirements.
• Fit the interface connector to the corresponding milliAmp output connector on
the rear of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 2), and secure with the two captive
screws on the interface connector.
+ If you have two milliAmp outputs, ensure that you fit the correct
interface connector to the corresponding milliAmp connector on the
rear of the Multi Purpose.
Pin Use
1 +ve
2 -ve
3 screen
Figure 9 - milliAmp interface connector
6. Fit the power outlet on the power supply unit to the power socket on the rear of
the Multi Purpose.
7. Fit the power supply unit plug to a suitable electrical supply outlet.
8. Press and hold the Power On/Off key on the front of the Multi Purpose for at least
2 seconds to switch the Multi Purpose on.
+ When the Multi Purpose is switched on, the Alarm LED, the Fault LED
and the audible alarm will all go on for 1 second to demonstrate that
they are functioning correctly, and will then go off again.
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5.2 Charging/recharging the battery (Multi Purpose with optional rechargeable

battery)
5.2.1 Charging
The first time you use a Multi Purpose with the optional rechargeable battery, you
should leave the Multi Purpose connected to the electrical supply for at least 4 hours,
to fully charge the battery.
When the battery is fully charged, you can leave the Multi Purpose connected to the
electrical supply, or you can disconnect the electrical supply and continue to use the
Multi Purpose powered by the battery.
5.2.2 Recharging
+ We recommend that you recharge the battery as soon as possible after the
‘battery less than 10% full ’ icon is displayed.
During normal use, the battery icon on the status icon bar of the display will identify
the level of charge within the battery (see Section 4.4).
You can recharge the battery as and when required during normal use. To recharge
the battery, simply connect the Multi Purpose to an external electrical supply outlet.
+ During recharging, the status icon bar will continually show the ‘battery less
than 10% full’, ‘battery 10 to 32% full’, ‘battery 33 to 65% full’ and ‘battery 66
to 100% full’ icons in sequence.
+ You can recharge the battery with the Multi Purpose switched on or off.
However, recharging will take longer when the Multi Purpose is switched on.
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5.3 Multi Purpose set-up
When you switch on the Multi Purpose, a ’start-up screen’ is first displayed (see
Section 4.2), then the Measurement screen (Figure 3) is displayed.
When the Measurement screen is displayed, you can set up the Multi Purpose as
described below.
5.3.1 Selecting the security level and changing the password(s)
Introduction to security levels/passwords
You can configure the Multi Purpose to provide any of three levels of security:
Security level Function
Low None of the options/screens are password protected *.
Standard Some of the options/screens are protected by a

supervisor password.
High Some of the options/screens are protected by a

supervisor password and some of the options/screens
are protected by an operator password †.
* Except for the ‘change the password(s)’ and ‘select the security level’
options/screens: see notes below.
† The supervisor password can also be used to access options/screens
protected by the operator password: see notes below.
+ The ‘change the password(s)’ and ’select the security level’ screens/options
are always protected by the supervisor password, regardless of the security
level selected. This is to ensure that unauthorised personnel cannot change
the security level and password(s) and so lock out the Multi Purpose from
other users.
+ The supervisor password provides access to all password protected options/

screens. That is, if you have selected the ‘high’ security level and are
prompted to enter the operator password, you can also access the option/
screen by entering the supervisor password.
+ Password protection can be used to prevent adjustment of the clock by

unauthorised persons, so ensuring the validity of measurement times and
the ’time since last calibration’ history.
Figure 4 shows the options/screens which can be password-protected within the menu
structure.
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Selecting the security level
+ As supplied, the security level is set to ‘high’, the supervisor password is set
to "2000" and the operator password is set to "1000". We recommend that
you select your required security level and change the password(s) as
described below to provide additional protection.
Before the Multi Purpose is used for sample measurement, we recommend that you
select the security level (low, standard or high: see Section 4.6) most suitable for the
way in which the Multi Purpose will be used by you and/or your personnel.
Use the following procedure to select the required security level:
1. With the Settings screen displayed, use the and soft keys to highlight
the "Security" menu option, then press the soft key. The Security level
screen will then be displayed showing the currently selected level: see
Figure 10.
Figure 10 - The Security level screen
2. To change the security level, press the soft key. You will then be prompted
to enter the supervisor password.
3. Once the supervisor password has been entered correctly, the Security select
screen will be displayed (see Figure 11), with the currently selected security
level highlighted.
Figure 11 - The Security select screen
4. To change the security level, use the and soft keys to highlight the
required level, then press the soft key. The Security level screen will then
be displayed again, showing the newly selected security level.
5. Press the soft key twice to display the Menus screen again.
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Changing passwords
+ If you change a password, ensure that you record the new password
somewhere safe. Otherwise, if you cannot recall the new password, you will
have to contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for assistance.
Use the following procedure to change the supervisor and operator passwords:
1. With the Measurement screen displayed, press the soft key to display the
Menu screen, use the and soft keys to highlight the "Settings" menu
option, then press the soft key. The Settings screen will then be displayed
(see Figure 6).
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Password" menu option, then
press the soft key. The Edit supervisor password screen will then be
displayed with the supervisor password shown, as shown in Figure 12.
Figure 12 - The Edit supervisor password screen
3. To change the supervisor password, press the soft key, then enter the new
password: use the editing method described in Section 4.10.
4. When you enter the last digit, the soft key changes to the soft key.
Press the soft key to enter the new supervisor password value.
5. To change the operator password, press the soft key to display the edit
operator password screen, press the soft key, then enter the new
password: use the editing method described in Section 4.10.
6. When you enter the last digit, the soft key changes to the soft key.
Press the soft key to enter the new operator password value.
7. Press the soft key to display the Settings screen again.
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5.3.2 Setting the clock
Use the following procedure to set the date and time:
1. Press the soft key to display the Menu screen, use the and soft
keys to highlight the "Settings" menu option, then press the soft key. The
Settings screen will then be displayed.
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Clock" menu option, then
press the soft key. The Clock (time) screen will then be displayed, as
shown in Figure 13.
Time is always shown

+ in 24-hour format.
Figure 13 - The Clock (time) screen
3. Press the soft key, then edit the displayed time as described in
Section 4.10. When you change the last digit, the soft key changes to the
soft key. Press the soft key to show the Clock (time) screen again.
4. Press the soft key to show the Clock (date) screen, as shown in Figure 14.
You can change this

+ format from day/month/
year to month/day/year:
refer to Section 5.3.3.
Figure 14 - The Clock (date) screen
5. To change the date, press the soft key, then edit the displayed date as
described in Section 4.10. When you change the last digit, the soft key
changes to the soft key. Press the soft key to show the Clock (date)
screen again.
6. Press the soft key twice to display the Menus screen.
+ The date format can be set to your regional preference (’day/month/year’ or

’month/day/year’ format): refer to Section 5.3.3.
+ On a Multi Purpose without an optional rechargeable battery: once set, date

and time will remain set until approximately 1 week after the Multi Purpose
has been disconnected from the electrical supply. If the Multi Purpose is left
connected to the electrical supply, date and time will remain set indefinitely,
even if the Multi Purpose is switched off.
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5.3.3 Changing regional settings
You can configure the following Multi Purpose regional settings so that the information
shown on the various screens is better suited to your local conventions:
Setting Options available
Language Various languages are supported.
Date format Day/Month/Year * or Month/Day/Year.
Decimal format Use of "." (full stop) or "," (comma) as

the decimal point.
* Default option.
To change the regional settings:
the "Regional" menu option, then press the soft key. The first Regional
settings option screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 15.
Figure 15 - The Regional settings (language) option screen
2. This screen shows the first regional option (Language). If necessary, press the
soft key, use the and soft keys to highlight the required display
language, then press the soft key.
3. If required, for each of the other two selectable options (date format and decimal
format):
• Use the and soft keys to select the corresponding option screen.
• Press the soft key.
• Use the and soft keys to highlight the required option, then press
the soft key.
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5.3.4 Selecting power save mode (Multi Purpose with optional rechargeable
battery)
If your Multi Purpose has the optional rechargeable battery, you can select the ‘power
save’ mode of operation, to conserve battery power. When power save mode is
selected, the Multi Purpose will automatically switch off after 30 minutes has elapsed
during which no key has been pressed.
To select/deselect power save mode:
the "Power save" menu option, then press the soft key. The Power save
option screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 16.
Figure 16 - The Power save option screen
2. "No" or "Yes" on this screen identifies whether power save is selected or not. If
necessary, press the soft key to select the alternative setting, then press
the soft key.
+ Power save mode is automatically disabled when the Multi Purpose is

connected (through the power supply unit) to the electrical supply.
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5.3.5 Selecting pump operation (Multi Purpose HF or standard Multi Purpose

with optional internal sample pump)
If your Multi Purpose has an internal sample pump fitted, you must select how you
want to operate the pump before you start to make sample measurements. The pump
can be operated using one of two methods:
Method Pump operation
Manual When you press the Pump key on the front of the Multi
Purpose (see Figure 1), the sample pump will start. You
must then press the key again, to stop the pump.
Timed When you press the Pump key on the front of the Multi
Purpose (see Figure 1), the sample pump will start,
operate for a preset time, and then stop. If you select this
mode, you must also specify the time for which the pump
should operate.
To select the required method of sample pump operation:
the "Set up" menu option, then press the soft key. The Set up screen will
then be displayed, as shown in Figure 17.
Figure 17 - The Set up screen
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Pump" menu option, then
press the soft key. The Pump mode screen will then be displayed, as
shown in Figure 18 (which shows manual pump operation selected).
Figure 18 - The Pump mode screen
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3. If you want to change the method of sample pump operation, press the soft
key, use the and soft keys to highlight the alternative menu option,
then press the soft key.
If you have selected Timed pump operation, you must then continue at Step 4
below to set the pump operation time.
4. With the Pump mode screen displayed (as described above), and with "Timed"
operation selected, press the or soft key so that the Pump duration
screen is displayed, as shown in Figure 19.
This screen shows the currently selected duration (that is, the time for which the
pump will operate when you press the Pump key).
Figure 19 - The Pump duration screen
5. If you want to change the duration, press the soft key then edit the
displayed duration as described in Section 4.10.
+ Pump duration can be set in the range 1 to 999 seconds.
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6 GENERAL OPERATION
WARNING
This gas analyser may be used with sample and/or calibration gases that
could present a toxic hazard, as the local gas concentrations may exceed
short- or long-term exposure limits (and very high dilution rates may be
needed to safely vent the gases used). You must therefore ensure that
you are fully aware of the potential hazards of the gases used, carry out
your own risk assessment and create suitable safe working practices
based on these hazards, and ensure that these working practices are
complied with whenever the analyser is used. If in doubt about the
potential hazards of the gases to be used with the analyser, seek expert
advice from appropriate specialists/safety consultants.
CAUTION
Sample and calibration gases must be as specified in Sections 2.2 and 2.3. If
your sample or calibration gas pressures and/or flow rates are above those
specified in Sections 2.2 and 2.3, you must regulate the gases externally,
before they enter the Multi Purpose.
6.1 Calibrating the Multi Purpose
+ The pressure of your calibration gas supply must be the same as the
pressure of the gases to be sampled. If the pressures are different, sample
gas measurements may not be accurate.
+ For a Multi Purpose HF, the calibration gas flow rate should be as close as
possible to the flow rate of sample gases.
+ If you do not allow calibration gas to pass through the Multi Purpose for 3 to
5 minutes before you start the calibration procedure, the measurement
system in the Multi Purpose may not be fully purged of other residual gases,
and the calibration may not be accurate.
+ Do not knock or move the Multi Purpose during calibration. If you do, the
calibration measurements may be affected.
+ For a standard Multi Purpose with a sample pump, the following calibration
procedure assumes that you have selected manual pump operation. If you
have selected timed pump operation, you must ensure that the pump
operation time is set correctly to allow calibration gas to pass through the
Multi Purpose for sufficient time: refer to Section 5.3.5 for more information.
+ For a Multi Purpose HF, no calibration ‘T’ piece is supplied and no such T’
piece should be used. You must not switch on the Multi Purpose HF sample
pump at any time during the calibration procedure.
+ The calibration procedure in this section is for a Multi Purpose without an

optional flowmeter or sample conditioning panel. If your Multi Purpose has
one of these options, refer to the appropriate Appendix A6 or Appendix A7
for additional information on calibration.
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You must calibrate the Multi Purpose as part of the initial set-up (see Section 5.3), and
whenever the Multi Purpose has been moved to a different environment. We also
recommend that you calibrate the Multi Purpose at each power up, to avoid
measurement errors due to changes in ambient conditions. Calibrate the Multi
Purpose as follows:
1. If you have a Multi Purpose HF or a standard Multi Purpose without a sample

pump:
• Connect your calibration gas supply to the sample gas inlet on the front of the
Multi Purpose (see Figure 1). Ensure that the calibration gas pressure is as
specified in Section 2.3.
• Allow the calibration gas to pass through the Multi Purpose for 3 to 5 minutes,
then continue at Step 3.
2. If you have a standard Multi Purpose with a sample pump:
• Connect the branch on the calibration ‘T’ piece to the sample gas inlet on the
front of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 1)
• Connect a suitable vent pipeline to one end of the calibration ‘T’ piece;
alternatively, if it is safe to do so, leave the end of the ‘T’ piece open to vent
to the local atmosphere.
• Connect your calibration gas supply to the other end of the ‘T’ piece.
• Switch on the sample pump (see Section 5.3.5), allow the calibration gas to
pass through the Multi Purpose for 3 to 5 minutes, then continue at Step 3.
3. Press the soft key on the Measurement screen (or select the "Calibrate"
option from the Menu screen) to display the Calibrate screen (see Figure 20).
On a 2-measurement
+ Multi Purpose, this
screen will show one
Lo and one Hi
calibration for each of
the two gases.
Figure 20 - The Calibrate screen
Note that the "9999d" field of the screen shown in Figure 20 will identify the
period of time that has elapsed since the last calibration, and can be in any of
the following forms:
• 9999d specifying days • 9999h specifying hours
• 9999m specifying minutes • Any combination of these.
4. Use the and soft keys to select the required calibration, that is:
• ’Lo’ (low calibration gas: for example, nitrogen for an oxygen sensor).
• ’Hi’ (high calibration gas: for example, oxygen for an oxygen sensor).
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5. Press the soft key. The Calibrate target value screen will then be shown
(see Figure 21), identifying the target value and the current reading.
Figure 21 - The Calibrate target

value screen
6. If the target value is not that for the calibration gas which you are using, change
the target value to the required value: use the edit method in Section 4.10.
+ Refer to Sections 2.2 and 2.3 for the required pressures, flow rates (if
applicable) and concentrations of the calibration gases.
7. When the current reading is stable, press the soft key. The Multi Purpose
will then carry out the specified calibration.
8. If you have a standard Multi Purpose with a sample pump, switch the pump off
(if necessary: see Section 5.3.5).
9. Disconnect the calibration gas supply from the sample gas inlet or the calibration
‘T’ piece.
10. Repeat Steps 1 to 9 of this section for the second calibration for the specific
sample gas.
11. If your Multi Purpose is configured to provide two sample gas measurements,
repeat Steps 1 to 10 of this section to carry out the ’Lo’ and ’Hi’ calibrations for
the second sample gas.
12. On a Multi Purpose with the optional sample pump: disconnect your vent
pipeline (if fitted) from the calibration ‘T’ piece, then disconnect the ‘T’ piece from
the sample gas inlet.
13. Press the soft key to display the Measurement screen again.
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6.2 Taking sample readings
+ Depending on how you have configured the measurement alarms, and on

how you connect the sample gases to the Multi Purpose, a measurement
alarm may occur when you change sample gases as described below.
+ Unless your sample gases are known to be dry, you must connect the drying
tube (supplied with the Multi Purpose) to the sample gas inlet on the Multi
Purpose, and then connect your sample gas supply to the drying tube.
+ The procedure in this section is for a Multi Purpose without an optional

flowmeter, sample conditioning panel or gas probe. If your Multi Purpose has
one or more of these options, refer to the appropriate Appendix A6,
Appendix A7 or Appendix A8 for additional information on sampling.
1. If necessary, calibrate the Multi Purpose: see Section 6.1.

2. Ensure that the Measurement screen is displayed: see Section 4.
3. Use the quick-connect fitting supplied to connect the sample gas supply to the
sample gas inlet on the front of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 1).
4. If your Multi Purpose has a sample pump, start the sample pump: see
Section 5.3.5.
5. Wait until the measurement shown on the screen has stabilised, then take note
of the reading.
6. If your Multi Purpose has a sample pump and you have selected manual pump
operation, stop the sample pump: see Section 5.3.5.
7. Turn off the sample gas supply, or disconnect it from the sample gas inlet on the
front of the Multi Purpose.
Repeat Steps 3 to 7 as necessary, for different gas samples to be measured.
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6.3 Correcting oxygen measurement for different background gases
+ If you are measuring oxygen in a background of nitrogen or air, you do not

need to correct the measurements.
6.3.1 Overview of measurement errors
For an oxygen sensor, the composition of any typical background gas in the gas
sample will have a negligible effect on the Multi Purpose measurement. For a Multi
Purpose which has been ’Lo’ calibrated with nitrogen and ’Hi’ calibrated with oxygen,
the cross-interference errors (that is, oxygen measurement errors) in gases which
contain 100% of a specific background gas will be as shown below:
Background gas Error Background gas Error

Argon -0.22% Krypton -0.49%
Carbon dioxide -0.26% Neon -0.15%
Halothane -1.93% Nitrous oxide -0.20%
Helium -0.29% Xenon -0.92%
Note that the error is directly proportional to the concentration of the background gas
in the sample being measured, and in most cases can be ignored.
If you cannot ignore the error, you can use the procedure in Section 6.3.2 to enter a
compensation to correct for the error.
6.3.2 Entering a cross-interference compensation
+ You can only apply cross-interference compensation to oxygen sample

measurements. You must not apply cross-interference compensation to IR
gas measurements.
+ Cross-interference compensation is disabled during calibration, and is not

applied to the values shown in Figure 21. All other outputs (that is, serial or
milliAmp outputs) remain compensated.
Use the following procedure to enter a compensation to correct for an oxygen

measurement error:
keys to highlight the "Set up" menu option, then press the soft key. The Set
up screen will then be displayed (see Figure 17).
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2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "X-Interference" menu option,
then press the soft key:
• If your Multi Purpose is configured for a single sample measurement, the X-
Interference offset screen is then displayed, as shown in Figure 23. Continue
at Step 4.
• If your Multi Purpose is configured for 2 sample measurements, the X-
Interference select screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 22.
Continue at Step 3 below.
Figure 22 - The X-Interference select screen
3. With the X-Interference select screen displayed, use the and soft
keys to highlight the required measurement, then press the soft key.
The X-Interference offset screen is then displayed, as shown in Figure 23.

Continue at Step 4 below.
Figure 23 - The X-Interference offset screen
4. The offset value shown on the X-Interference offset screen is the correction
which will be applied to oxygen sample measurements before they are displayed
(or output).
If you want to change the offset value, press the soft key, then edit the
displayed offset as described in Section 4.10.
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6.4 Selecting display units
You can change the measurement units shown on the display (and output during data
logging, and so on). The following display units are supported:
Units Meaning
% volume %
ppm parts per million
vpm volume parts per million
mg/m3 mg m-3 (milligrams per normal cubic metre)
mol/mol mols per mol (or moles per mole)
% LEL volume % of the Lower Explosive Limit
+ When you select display units other than the measurement default units, you
must also enter the units conversion factor: refer to Appendix A5 to
determine the units conversion factor for your specific application.
+ If you select the "off" option on the units selection screen, the display units
revert to the measurement default units as supplied.
+ Converting from one measurement unit to a different display measurement

unit may reduce the resolution of the displayed measurements.
Use the following procedure to select the displayed units, and to change the units
conversion factor:
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Unit selection" menu option,
then press the soft key:
• If you have a 1-measurement Multi Purpose, the Currently selected units
screen will be displayed, as shown in Figure 24.
• If you have a 2-measurement Multi Purpose, use the and soft keys
to highlight the required gas sensor, then press the soft key: the
Currently selected units screen (for the selected gas) will then be displayed,
as shown in Figure 24.
Figure 24 - The Currently selected units screen
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3. If you want to view or change the units conversion factor, continue at Step 6.
4. If you want to change the currently displayed units, press the soft key: the
Units selection screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 25.
5. Use the and soft keys to highlight the required units, then press the
soft key to select the units. The Currently selected units screen will then be
displayed again, with the newly selected units shown.
Figure 25 - The Units selection screen
6. With the Currently selected units screen (Figure 24) shown, press the soft
key. The Units conversion factor screen will then be displayed, as shown in
Figure 26.
Figure 26 - The Units conversion factor screen
7. If you want to change the units conversion factor, press the soft key, then
edit the displayed offset as described in Section 4.10.
8. If you have a 2-measurement Multi Purpose, if necessary repeat Steps 1 to 7 of
the above procedure to change the display units for the second gas
measurement.
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6.5 Configuring the measurement alarms
6.5.1 Alarm modes and levels
Two separate measurement alarms are available for each sample gas measurement
for which the Multi Purpose is configured, and you can configure each alarm to operate
in one of three modes:
Alarm mode Operation
None The alarm is not used (that is, an alarm condition will
not be activated under any circumstances).
Low alarm An alarm condition will be activated when a sample

measurement is lower than the preset alarm level.
High alarm An alarm condition will be activated when a sample

measurement is higher than the preset alarm level.
While a measurement alarm condition is activated:
• An ‘alarm’ icon is shown on the measurement screen (see Section 4.2). The
number ("1" or "2") in the icon will identify the alarm which has been triggered.
• If the audible measurement alarm is enabled (see Section 6.5.5), the audible alarm
goes on.
• The alarm LED on the front of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 1) flashes on and off.
• You can view the details of the activated alarm: see Section 6.5.8.
6.5.2 Latching/non-latching alarms
You can configure each of the two measurement alarms to be either latching or not
latching:
Alarm setting Meaning
Latching Once the alarm condition has been activated, the

alarm condition remains activated (even if
subsequent sample measurements would not trigger
the alarm) until the alarm is manually unlatched: see
Section 6.5.7.
Not latching Once the alarm condition has been activated, the
alarm condition remains activated only until a
subsequent sample measurement which would not
trigger the alarm is made. The alarm condition is then
deactivated.
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6.5.3 Hysteresis levels
The hysteresis level associated with a measurement alarm determines when an alarm
condition (once activated) is deactivated, and this depends on the alarm mode, as
follows:
Alarm mode Effect of hysteresis
Low alarm Once the low alarm condition has been activated, the
alarm condition will not be deactivated until a sample
measurement is above (alarm level + hysteresis level).
High alarm Once the high alarm condition has been activated, the
alarm condition will not be deactivated until a sample
measurement is below (alarm level - hysteresis level).
For example:
• If a ‘low’ alarm has an alarm level of 18% and a hysteresis level of 1%, the alarm
will be activated when a sample measurement is < 18%, and the alarm will not be
deactivated until a sample measurement is > 19%.
• If a ‘high’ alarm has an alarm level of 20% and a hysteresis level of 2%, the alarm
will be activated when a sample measurement is > 20%, and the alarm will not be
deactivated until a sample measurement is < 18%.
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6.5.4 Setting the measurement alarm levels and modes
+ Ensure that the measurement alarm and hysteresis levels are not too close
to the expected sample measurements. (If they are, minor - and acceptable -
variations in your sample gas concentrations will result in spurious alarms.)
+ If you configure one measurement alarm as ‘low’ and configure the other
alarm as ‘high’, ensure that the ‘high’ alarm and hysteresis levels are higher
than the ‘low’ alarm and hysteresis levels. (If you do not, the Multi Purpose
can be permanently in an alarm condition, until you correct the levels.)
Before you start to take sample readings, you must ensure that the measurement
alarms are correctly configured for your sample gases.
1. On the Measurement screen,

press the soft key. The
Alarm option screen will then be
displayed, as shown in
Figure 27.
2. Highlight the "Set up" menu
option, then press the soft
key. The Alarm set up screen will Figure 27 - The Alarm option screen
then be displayed, as shown in
Figure 28.
3. Use the and soft keys
to highlight the required alarm,
The Alarm mode screen will then
be displayed, as shown in Figure 28 - The Alarm set up screen
Figure 29.
4. If the alarm mode is not the

required mode, press the
soft key, use the and
soft keys to select the required
mode (none, low or high), then
press the soft key.
Figure 29 - The Alarm mode screen
5. On the Alarm mode screen, use the and soft keys to highlight each
of the following alarm options, and select the required option (using the method
in Step 4 above) or enter the appropriate levels (using the method described in
Section 4.10):
• Latching
• Level
• Hysteresis.
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6.5.5 Enabling/disabling the audible measurement alarm
+ The audible measurement alarm options are "Yes" (for enable) and "No" (for
disable).
1. With the Alarms option screen displayed (see Section 6.5.4), use the and
soft keys to highlight the "Audible alarm" option, then press the soft
key.
2. If the displayed alarm setting is not the required setting, press the soft key.
The Audible alarm option screen will then be displayed: see Figure 30.
Figure 30 - The Audible alarm option screen
3. Use the and soft keys to select the required option ("Yes" or "No"),
6.5.6 Silencing (muting) the audible measurement alarm
+ The audible alarm will only go on when a measurement is made which

triggers a measurement alarm condition and the audible measurement
alarm has been enabled (see Section 6.5.5).
When the audible alarm is on because of a measurement alarm condition, you can
temporarily silence (mute) the audible alarm, as follows:
1. On the Measurement screen, press the soft key; the Alarm option screen
(Figure 27) will then be displayed.
2. With the "Mute" option highlighted, press the soft key. The audible alarm
will then go off and the Measurement screen will be displayed again.
+ Once silenced, the audible alarm will go on again:

• If a new measurement alarm condition is activated.
• If the measurement alarm condition which caused the audible alarm to
go on is deactivated and is then re-activated.
You will then need to silence the audible measurement alarm again.
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6.5.7 Unlatching measurement alarms
When necessary, use the following procedure to unlatch any ‘latched’ measurement
alarm(s) (see Section 6.5.2):
(Figure 27) will then be displayed.
2. With the "Unlatch" option highlighted, press the soft key. All latched alarms
will then be unlatched and the Measurement screen will be displayed again.
6.5.8 Viewing the measurement alarm status
(see Figure 27) will then be displayed.
2. With the "View" option highlighted, press the soft key. The Alarm status
screen will then be displayed (see Figure 31).
Figure 31 - The Alarm status screen
+ If your Multi Purpose is configured to provide 2 sample gas measurements, a

vertical scroll bar will be shown at the right of the screen, and a soft key
will be shown. Press the soft key to view the measurement alarm
status for the second sample measurement.
In the Alarm status screen shown in Figure 31, both measurement alarms are shown
as "Inactive"; that is, either the mode of each alarm is set to ‘none’, or no alarm
condition currently exists.
If a measurement alarm condition exists when you view this screen, the screen will
show:
• The alarm number ("1" or "2").

• The sample reading which triggered the alarm condition.
• The alarm mode (where "<" indicates a low alarm and ">" indicates a high alarm).
• The alarm level.
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6.6 Configuring and using the milliAmp outputs (optional feature)
6.6.1 Overview
The Multi Purpose can be supplied with a milliAmp output for each sample gas
measurement for which the Multi Purpose is configured. Each milliAmp output
provides a constantly updated output (from the connector(s) on the rear of the Multi
Purpose, see Figure 2), in which the current represents the value of gas sample
measurements.
The Multi Purpose allows you to specify two separate output configurations for each
milliAmp output: Range 1 and Range 2. The Range with which a measurement is
currently associated is shown on the Measurement screen (see Figure 3):
is shown if Range 1 is selected.
is shown if Range 2 is selected.
Each milliAmp output provides one of the following selectable output current ranges,
for gas sample measurements:
• 0 to 20 mA, where 0 mA represents a sample measurement of 0 (zero) and 20 mA

represents a user selected highest sample measurement (the span).
• 4 to 20 mA, where 4 mA represents a sample measurement of 0 (zero) and 20 mA
represents a user selected highest sample measurement (the span).
In addition to the above, you can specify how the milliAmp output will operate during
calibration, during a fault condition, and during under-range conditions.
Details of the output parameters for the milliAmp outputs are given in Section 6.6.2.
Set up, configure, check, calibrate and use the milliAmp outputs as described in
Sections 6.6.3 to 6.6.6.
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6.6.2 Introduction to the milliAmp output parameters
The milliAmp output parameters that you must set up are as follows:
Parameter Values/options
Range 1 high level The Range 1 highest sample measurement (span) *.
Range 2 high level The Range 2 highest sample measurement (span) *.
During calibration The selected option determines how the milliAmp output
will operate during calibration:
Freeze As soon as the calibration screen is

displayed, the milliAmp output will ‘freeze’ at
its last output value. The output will only be
updated to reflect subsequent measurements
when calibration has been completed.
Follow The milliAmp output value will reflect the

measurement value, even during calibration.
Jam condition The selected option determines how the milliAmp output
will operate during a fault condition:
High The output value will be held at 21.5 mA.
Low The output value will be held at 0 mA.
None The output values will continue to be derived

from the sample gas measurements, even
though these output values may be
erroneous.
mA output range 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA *, configurable as follows:
0-20% to 0-100% O2 (standard oxygen sensor)
0-1% to 0-100% O2 (industrial or high accuracy

oxygen sensor)
0-10% to 0-100% of Full Scale Range † (infrared sensor)
Underrange Any value below 4 mA #

* See Section 6.6.1.
† See Section 2.8.
# Only available if the 4-20 mA output range is selected; this sets the lowest out-
put current during normal operation, and allows negative gas concentrations
to be monitored through the milliAmp outputs. For example, with an under-
range setting of 3.8 mA, the milliAmp outputs can be less than 4 mA (which
indicates a zero gas concentration), down to a minimum of 3.8 mA, where an
output between 3.8 mA and 4 mA indicates a negative gas concentration.
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6.6.3 Set up the milliAmp output parameters
Use the following procedure to set up the milliAmp output parameters:
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "mA output" menu option, then
press the soft key: the mA configuration screen is then shown (see
Figure 32).
Figure 32 - The mA configuration screen
3. Use the and soft keys to highlight the required "Set up" option, then
press the soft key: the corresponding mA output high level screen will then
be shown: see Figure 33.
Figure 33 - The mA output high level screen
4. If necessary, change the displayed parameter using the edit method described
in Section 4.10.
5. For each of the other milliAmp parameters (see Section 6.6.2):
• Use the and soft keys to select the corresponding parameter
screen.
• Change the parameter as necessary: press the soft key then use the
and soft keys to select the required option, or edit the data as
described in Section 4.10.
+ You cannot enter a high level (span) value higher than the maximum
measurement that the corresponding gas sensor can determine (refer
to Sections 2.5 to 2.8).
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6.6.4 Select the Range associated with a measurement
Use the following procedure at any time during sampling to change the Range (see
Section 6.6.1) associated with a gas measurement:
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "mA output" menu option, then
press the soft key: the mA configuration screen is then shown (see
Figure 32).
3. Use the and soft keys to highlight the required gas Range option,
then press the soft key: the mA range screen will then be displayed, as
shown in Figure 34.
Figure 34 - The mA range screen
4. To change the selected Range:

• Press the soft key, then use the and soft keys to highlight the
alternative Range option (Range 1 or Range 2).
Press the soft key: the mA Range screen will then be displayed again, with the
new Range shown.
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6.6.5 Calibrate a milliAmp output
Use the following procedure to calibrate a milliAmp output:
keys to highlight the "Service" menu option, then press the soft key. The
mA output service screen will then be displayed: see Figure 36.
2. Select the required ‘Calibrate’ option, then press the soft key. The mA
output calibrate screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 35.
Figure 35 - The mA output calibrate screen
3. As soon as the mA output calibrate screen is shown, the nominal milliAmp output
value is set to 20 mA:
• Use your equipment (connected to the corresponding milliAmp connector on
the rear of the Multi Purpose) to monitor the actual output value.
• Use the and soft keys to increase or decrease the actual output
value until your equipment indicates 20 mA output.
4. When the milliAmp output has been correctly calibrated, press the soft key:
the mA output service screen (Figure 36) will then be displayed again.
+ The actual milliAmp output value is controlled from the mA output calibrate
screen as long as the screen is displayed. As soon as the mA service screen
is displayed, the milliAmp output value will be updated to reflect the
corresponding gas measurement.
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6.6.6 Check a milliAmp output
If required, use the following procedure at any time to perform a check on a milliAmp
output:
keys to highlight the "Service" menu option, then press the soft key. The
mA output service screen will then be displayed: see Figure 36.
Figure 36 - The mA output service screen
2. Select the required ‘Override’ option, then press the soft key. The mA
output override screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 37.
Figure 37 - The mA output override screen
3. Edit the displayed override value as described in Section 4.10.

4. Press the soft key: an acceptance screen showing "No" will then be
displayed.
5. To apply the override, press the soft key: an ‘Override’ screen will then be
shown. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Yes" option, then press
the soft key.
The milliAmp output will now be set to the override value you have selected. Use
your equipment (connected to the corresponding milliAmp connector on the rear
of the Multi Purpose) to check that the output is correct.
6. If required, repeat Steps 3 to 5 above to check for other milliAmp output values,
or press the soft key to display the mA output service screen again.
+ The milliAmp output freezes at the override value as long as the ‘Override’
screen is displayed. As soon as another screen is displayed, the milliAmp
output value will be updated to reflect the corresponding gas measurement.
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6.7 Data logging, serial outputs and printed outputs
6.7.1 Selecting data logging/serial output/printed outputs
You can configure the Multi Purpose to provide data logging, to provide serial outputs,
or to provide printed outputs to an optional Servomex supplied printer:
• When serial output is selected, data is continuously output to your PC (or other
device) connected to the serial output port on the rear of the Multi Purpose.
• When data logging is selected, measurement information is stored in Multi Purpose
memory (see Section 6.7.3). You must manually initiate output of the stored data
log to a connected device, as described in Section 6.7.6.
• When printer (printed output) is selected, you must manually initiate the printing of
a sample measurement report (to the optional Servomex supplied printer), as
described in Section 6.7.9.
Use the following procedure to select the required option:
1. With the Menus screen displayed, use the and soft keys to highlight
the "Set up" menu option, then press the soft key. The Serial type screen
will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 38.
Figure 38 - The Serial type screen
2. If the option shown on the Serial type screen is not the required option, press the
soft key; the Serial type select screen will then be displayed (see
Figure 39).
Figure 39 - The Serial type select screen
3. Use the and soft keys to select the required option, then press the
soft key.
4. Press the soft key to display the Menu screen.
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6.7.2 Configuring the serial output parameters
+ The serial output parameters apply to both the data logging and serial output
options (see Section 6.7.1).
If you have selected data logging or serial outputs, you must configure the Multi
Purpose serial output parameters to suit the requirements of the PC (or other device)
which you have connected to the serial output port on the rear of the Multi Purpose.
The output parameters which you can configure are listed below:
Parameter Valid settings
Period * 0 to 999 seconds.
Baud rate 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 and 38400 are all supported.
Stop bits 1 or 2.
Data bits 7 or 8.
Parity None, odd parity, or even parity.
* Time between updates: not applicable to data logging.
To configure the parameters:
1. From the Settings screen, use the and soft keys to highlight the
"Serial output" menu option, then press the soft key. The first parameter
screen will then be displayed: if you have selected serial outputs, the RS232
period screen will be shown (see Figure 40); if you have selected data logging,
the RS232 baud rate screen will be shown (see Figure 41).
Figure 40 - The RS232 period Figure 41 - The RS232 baud

screen rate screen
2. If necessary, change the displayed parameter using the edit method described
in Section 4.10.
3. For each of the other configurable parameters (see above):
• Use the and soft keys to select the corresponding parameter
screen.
• Change the parameter as necessary: use the and soft keys to
highlight the required option, or edit the data as described in Section 4.10.
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6.7.3 Introduction to data logging
The Multi Purpose allows you to maintain a data log of sample measurements made,
within the Multi Purpose memory. The data log consists of one or more ‘batches’ of
measurements, and a total of 200 measurements can be stored.
Each sample measurement entered in the log has:
• an associated batch number

• a sequence number of the sample measurement within the batch
• the date and time that the measurement was made
• an alarm indication (if the measurement caused a measurement alarm to be raised)
• a fault indication (if a fault existed at the time of the measurement).
You must manually transfer measurements into the data log, specify when a new
batch is to start within the data log, and clear the data log when necessary.
At any time, you can view the currently stored data log on the Multi Purpose display,
or you can output it to a device (such as a PC) connected to the Multi Purpose serial
output port.
+ The Multi Purpose cannot be configured to automatically log data over

specified periods of time. If you require such a facility, we recommend that
you select serial outputs (instead of data logging) and connect the serial
output to a PC or a commercially available data logger.
6.7.4 Entering measurement data into the data log
When you want to enter the sample measurement(s) from the Measurement screen
into the data log:
1. Press the soft key. When you press the soft key, the current sample
measurement at the time of the key press is ‘captured’ (stored in internal
memory), and the Data logging screen will then be displayed (see Figure 42).
Sequential number Total number of

of last measurement* measurements*
in the current batch currently stored
in the data log
Current batch number

Captured sample
measurement
* Or set(s) of measurements, on a Multi Purpose

configured for 2 sample gas measurements.
Figure 42 - The Data logging screen
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2. To store the measurement data in

the data log, press the soft
key.
A Log taken screen (Figure 43) is

then displayed for a few seconds to
verify that the measurement data
has been stored in the data log, Figure 43 - The Log taken screen
then the Measurement screen is
shown again
+ To return to the Measurement screen without storing the captured sample

measurement data in the data log, press the soft key when the data
logging screen is displayed.
6.7.5 Starting a new data log batch
1. With the Measurement screen displayed, press the soft key. The Data
logging screen will then be displayed (see Figure 42).
2. Press the soft key. A new batch will then be started within the data log (and
the batch sequence number of the next measurement will be reset to "1").
+ No new measurement data is entered into the data log when you press
the soft key. To enter data into the new batch, you must press the
soft key again, or use the procedure given in Section 6.7.4.
6.7.6 Outputting the data log
1. With the Menu screen displayed,

use the and soft keys to
highlight the "Data log" option, then
press the soft key. The Data
log options screen will then be
displayed, as shown in Figure 44.
Figure 44 - The Data log options screen
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Output log" option, then press
the soft key. The output of the data log will be initiated, and the
Measurement screen will then be shown again.
+ The data log will only be output if you have correctly configured the serial
output parameters as described in Section 6.7.2.
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6.7.7 Viewing the data log
1. With the Menu screen displayed, use the and soft keys to highlight
the "Data log" option, then press the soft key. The Data log options screen
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "View log" option, then press
the soft key. The View log (batch) screen is then displayed, alternating with
the View log (date) screen: see Figures 45 and 46.
3. Use the and soft keys to scroll through all of the measurements
stored in the data log.
4. When you have finished viewing the data log, press the soft key or the
soft key to display the Data log options screen again.
Sequential number
of measurement in Date of sample
the batch measurement
Batch number Time of sample

measurement
Figure 45 - The View log (batch) Figure 46 - The View log (date)
screen screen
6.7.8 Clearing the data log
+ Ensure that you have viewed the data log (see Section 6.7.7) or have output
the data log if required (see Section 6.7.6) before you clear the log.
+ You cannot clear batches or individual measurements from the data log.
1. With the Menu screen displayed, use the and soft keys to highlight
the "Data log" option, then press the soft key. The Data log options screen
2. Use the and soft keys to highlight the "Clear log" option, then press
the soft key. The screen will then show an "Are you sure?" message:
• Press the soft key to clear the data log. The Data log options screen is
then displayed again.
• Press the soft key to display the Data log options screen again without
clearing the data log.
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6.7.9 Printing a sample measurement report
If you have selected printed outputs (see Section 6.7.1), you must manually initiate the
printing of each sample measurement report.
Press the soft key when you want to print a report. Refer to Appendix A3 for the
format of the printed sample measurement report.
6.8 Adjusting the display
At any time, you can adjust the screen display to suit the ambient light conditions, as
described in Sections 6.8.1 and 6.8.2.
6.8.1 Adjusting the backlight timer
When the Multi Purpose is first switched on, the backlight goes on to illuminate the
screen. If no soft key is pressed, the backlight will remain on for the preset ‘backlight
time’, and will then go off. The timer associated with the backlight time is restarted
whenever a soft key is pressed (that is, the backlight remains on for the backlight time
after the last soft key press). To adjust the backlight time:
1. On the Settings screen, highlight the "Backlight" option, then press the soft
key. The Backlight timer screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 47.
2. Change the backlight time (Duration) setting as required, then press the
soft key.
Figure 47 - The Backlight timer screen
+ The backlight time (Duration) can be set between 0 and 999 seconds. Set
the backlight time (Duration) to 0 seconds to leave the backlight permanently
switched on.
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6.8.2 Adjusting the contrast
1. On the Settings screen, highlight the "Contrast" option, then press the soft
key. The Contrast screen will then be displayed, as shown in Figure 48.
Figure 48 - The Contrast screen
2. Use the and soft keys to increase or decrease the contrast to the
required level, then press the soft key.
+ Hold the or soft key pressed in to adjust the contrast quickly.
6.9 Switching off the Multi Purpose after use
When you have finished using the Multi Purpose:
1. Switch off the Multi Purpose: press and hold the Power On/Off key for
approximately 2 seconds, then release the key when the audible alarm goes on.
2. If you will not use the Multi Purpose for several days:
• Disconnect any tubes from the sample gas outlet (on the front or the rear of
the Multi Purpose: see Figures 1 and 2) and from the bypass gas outlet (if
fitted) on the rear of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 2).
• Fit protective plastic caps to the sample gas outlet (on the front or the rear of
the Multi Purpose: see Figures 1 and 2), to the bypass gas outlet (if fitted) on
the rear of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 2), and to the sample gas inlet on
the front of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 1).
3. If required, disconnect the Multi Purpose from the electrical supply.
+ If your Multi Purpose has the optional rechargeable battery, we recommend

that you allow the battery to fully recharge before you disconnect the Multi
Purpose from the electrical supply.
+ If your Multi Purpose has the optional rechargeable battery, you can leave
the Multi Purpose connected to the electrical supply. This will not affect the
service life of the battery.
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7 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Sample and calibration gases may be toxic or asphyxiant. Never inspect

the inlet filter, remove the side panels from the Multi Purpose, or service
or repair the Multi Purpose while such gases are still connected to it.
WARNING
Sample and calibration gases may be toxic or asphyxiant and may build
up within the Multi Purpose during use. Always inspect the inlet filter,
service the Multi Purpose, or remove the side panels from the Multi
Purpose in a well-ventilated environment, so that such gases (if present)
do not present a hazard.
WARNING
Sample and calibration gases may be toxic or asphyxiant. If you suspect

there is a gross leak or internal pipework damage in the Multi Purpose,
leave the Multi Purpose in a well-ventilated environment for at least
8 hours before servicing or repair.
7.1 Cleaning the Multi Purpose
Regularly use a damp (but not wet) cloth to wipe clean the outer surfaces of the Multi
Purpose, to prevent the entry of dust or other particulates into the gas sample inlet or
the interior of the Multi Purpose.
7.2 Inspecting the inlet filter element
+ The filter element is made of borosilicate glass, and the filter retainer cap
‘O’ ring is made from Viton® (fluoroelastomer).
+ New filter elements and filter retainer cap ‘O’ rings are available as spares:
see Section 10.
If you only use the Multi Purpose on applications which use clean, dry cylinder gases,
you will only need to inspect the inlet filter element every 3 months. On other
applications, we recommend that you inspect the inlet filter element more frequently.
1. Ensure that the Multi Purpose is switched off.

2. Unscrew and remove the filter retainer cap (see Figure 1).
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3. Inspect the condition of the white filter element (fitted to the spigot on the rear of
the filter retainer cap). If the filter element is wet or dirty:
• Remove the used filter element from the filter retainer cap, then dispose of
the element.
• Push a new filter element onto the spigot on the inner side of the filter retainer
cap.
4. Inspect the ‘O’ ring on the inner side of the filter retainer cap. If the ‘O’ ring is
twisted or damaged:
• Remove the ‘O’ ring, then dispose of it.
• Fit a new ‘O’ ring to the inner side the filter retainer cap.
5. Ensure that the ‘O’ ring is correctly located in the recess in the inner side of the
filter retainer cap, then refit and tighten the filter retainer cap.
CAUTION
Do not operate the Multi Purpose with the filter element removed. If
you do, particulates in the sample gas will seriously damage the Multi
Purpose.
7.3 Regenerate/replace the drying agent
A Multi Purpose without a Sample Conditioning Panel is supplied with a drying tube
which can be either of two types:
• A flexible drying tube, containing an indicating silica gel drying agent.

• A screw-top drying tube, containing non-indicating Drierite® drying agent.
If your Multi Purpose is supplied with a flexible drying tube, you must regenerate or
replace the drying agent when it has changed colour from orange to green: if required,
use the procedure given in Section A7.8 to regenerate the drying agent. After
regeneration or replacement of the drying agent, take care when you refit the barbed
connections on the drying tube, to ensure that they are securely fitted.
If your Multi Purpose is supplied with a screw-top drying tube, we recommend that you
regenerate or replace the drying agent after approximately 2 hours of use sampling
wet gases. If required, use the procedure given in Section A7.8 to regenerate the
drying agent.
When you want to replace the drying agent, note that both types of drying agent are
available as spares (see Section A7.9) or from various suppliers. The recommended
granule sizes for the drying agents are:
• 0.5-1.0 mm granule size for the indicating silica gel

• 8 mesh (or smaller) granule size for the Drierite® (calcium sulphate) drying agent.
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7.4 Use of the Multi Purpose for carbon monoxide measurements
WARNING
If you sample carbon monoxide, the quantity of gas sampled by the

Multi Purpose may be above the short term exposure limit for carbon
monoxide, and so the sample should be considered to be toxic. You must
regularly leak-test the Multi Purpose and associated equipment. If leaks
are found, do not continue to use the analyser or associated equipment
until the leaks have been sealed.
CAUTION
When you carry out a leak test, do not exceed a maximum pressure of 34.5 kPa
gauge (5 psig, 0.35 bar gauge) and do not introduce a sudden change of
pressure into the Multi Purpose. If you do, you can damage it.
If you use the Multi Purpose for carbon monoxide sample measurements, you must
regularly leak-test the Multi Purpose and the associated sample/vent lines or system.
We recommend that you leak-test the Multi Purpose at least once every 6 months:
• If there are leaks within the Multi Purpose, it must be returned to Servomex for
repair. Do not continue to use the Multi Purpose.
• You must seal any leaks in your sample/vent lines or system.
When you leak-test, ensure that you do not exceed the maximum pressure, and do not
increase the pressure in the Multi Purpose too quickly (see the caution above): we
recommend that you allow at least 30 seconds to fully pressurise the Multi Purpose to
the maximum pressure.
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7.5 Preventative maintenance
To minimise unscheduled Multi Purpose downtime, to ensure the proper operation of

the Multi Purpose, and to comply with the guidelines of applicable regulatory bodies,
we recommend that you utilise the Servomex annual preventative maintenance
program for your Multi Purpose.
The preventative maintenance program consists of a yearly inspection of the Multi

Purpose at a Servomex service facility, and repair of any faults, to ensure that the Multi
Purpose meets its original factory specification. Once inspection and repair are
complete, the Multi Purpose is returned, together with a dated service certificate.
Note that:
• Loan analysers are available for your use while your Multi Purpose is undergoing
preventative maintenance.
• You will always be informed in advance if any repairs or new parts are required for
your Multi Purpose.
Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent to arrange for a preventative

maintenance contract.
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8 FAULT FINDING
8.1 Introduction to faults and fault messages

When the Multi Purpose internal self-test facilities detect a fault:
• The audible alarm emits a single short tone.
• The amber fault LED (see Figure 1) goes on.
• A fault icon is shown on the measurement screen (see Figure 3).
• An appropriate fault message is stored.
You can view the current faults as described in Section 8.2. The fault messages which
can be shown - together with the recommended actions you should take - are listed (in
alphabetical order) in the table below:
Fault message Recommended actions
Battery fault (This message will only be shown on a Multi Purpose

which has the optional rechargeable battery fitted.)
Disconnect the power supply unit plug from the electrical

supply outlet, wait 30 seconds, then reconnect the plug
to the electrical supply outlet. If the fault persists, contact
Servomex or your local Servomex agent for assistance.
Calibration fault Recalibrate (both low and high) as described in

Section 6.1. If the fault persists, contact Servomex or
your local Servomex agent for assistance.
Charging Timeout (This message will only be shown on a Multi Purpose

which has the optional rechargeable battery fitted.)
Check that the ambient temperature is in the correct

range for recharging (see Section 2.4), and try to
recharge the battery again. If the fault persists, contact
Code fault Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
Communication fail Turn the Multi Purpose off, and then turn it on again. If
the fault message is then displayed again, contact
Database fault Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
Fault messages (Sheet 1 of 3)
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Date/Time invalid This usually occurs because a Multi Purpose without the
optional rechargeable battery has been left disconnected
from the electrical supply for more than a week. On a
Multi Purpose with the optional rechargeable battery, this
may occur when the battery is empty (fully discharged).
Connect the Multi Purpose to the electrical supply, then

set the date/time as described in Section 5.3.2. If the
fault persists, contact Servomex or your local Servomex
agent for assistance.
Fatal fault Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
mA fault (This fault message will only be shown on a Multi

Purpose which has optional milliAmp outputs.)
Ensure that the electrical cabling connected to the Multi

Purpose is not open circuit.
Turn the Multi Purpose off, and then turn it on again. If

the fault persists, contact Servomex or your local
Servomex agent for assistance.
mA not detected (This fault message will only be shown on a Multi
Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
mA reset (This fault message will only be shown on a Multi

Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
Power Config fault Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for
assistance.
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Pump fault (This fault message will only be shown on a Multi

Purpose with an internal sample pump.)
Check that the sample gas inlet (see Figure 1) and the
sample gas outlet and bypass gas outlet (see Figure 2)
are not blocked or obstructed, and that any pipes or
tubes connected to the inlet and outlets are not blocked
or obstructed.
After checking the inlet, outlets and pipes/tubes, restart

the sample pump (see Section 5.3.5). If the fault persists,
contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for
assistance.
Static RAM fault Turn the Multi Purpose off, and then turn it on again. If
the fault message is then displayed again, contact
Transducer error Ensure that you are using the Multi Purpose in the
specified operating conditions (refer to Section 2). If the
fault persists, contact Servomex or your local Servomex
agent for assistance.
Tx incorrect type Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
Tx Maintenance Check that the sample gas concentration is not higher
than the transducer Full Scale Range.
Recalibrate (both low and high) as described in

Section 6.1. If this does not clear the fault, turn the Multi
Purpose off, and then turn it on again. If the fault
message is then displayed again, contact Servomex or
your local Servomex agent for assistance.
Tx not detected Contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for

assistance.
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8.2 Viewing fault messages
If you want to view details of faults currently detected by the Multi Purpose, use the
and soft keys to highlight the "Faults" option on the Menu screen, then
press the soft key. The Fault status screen will then be displayed as shown in
Figure 49.
Figure 49 - The Fault status screen
If there is more than one currently detected fault, this will be indicated by the screen
heading and by the scroll bar at the right of the screen. If required you can use the
and soft keys to scroll through and view all of the current faults.
Each fault status screen shows:
• Date and time of fault
• Fault indicator
• Fault message.
Refer to Section 8.1 for the recommended actions associated with the displayed fault
messages.
8.3 General fault finding
For general Multi Purpose fault finding, refer to the table on the following pages.
If you have read through the table and still cannot rectify a fault, or cannot identify the
cause of a fault, contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent for assistance.
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Fault symptom Recommended actions
The Fault LED is on. Check any current fault messages (see
Section 8.2), and carry out the recommended
actions (see Section 8.1).
If there are no applicable fault messages stored, or

if you cannot rectify the fault after you have carried
out the recommended actions:
• Switch off the Multi Purpose, then switch it on
again.
• If the fault persists, contact Servomex or your
local Servomex agent for assistance.
The software health indicator is not Carry out the recommended actions for the "The
moving on the display. Fault LED is on" symptom above.
" - - - - - " is displayed instead of a This indicates a possible measurement error, or a

sample measurement (or appears in communications error between a transducer and
the data log). the Multi Purpose controller.
Check that the Multi Purpose is not being knocked,

moved, or subjected to high levels of vibration
during sample measurements.
If the Multi Purpose is not being knocked, moved

or subjected to vibration and the fault persists,
contact Servomex or your local Servomex agent
for assistance.
" " is displayed instead of This indicates that the sample gas measurement is
a sample measurement (or appears above the upper measurement limit of the Multi
in the data log). Purpose.
If this is displayed or appears during calibration,

check that the calibration gas is as specified in
Section 2.3 and recalibrate the Multi Purpose.
If this is displayed or appears during sample

measurement, check that the sample gas target
range is within the specification of the Multi
Purpose (see Section 2.2).
General fault finding (Sheet 1 of 5)
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" " is displayed instead of This indicates that the sample gas measurement is
a sample measurement (or appears below the lower measurement limit of the Multi
in the data log). Purpose.
If this is displayed or appears during calibration,

check that the calibration gas is as specified in
Section 2.3 and recalibrate the Multi Purpose.
If this is displayed or appears during sample

measurement, check that the sample gas target
range is within the specification of the Multi
Purpose (see Section 2.2).
Multi Purpose response is slow. Check that the sample gas inlet is not blocked, and
that the sample gas supply to the Multi Purpose is
not restricted.
Check that the sample gas outlet and bypass gas

outlet are not blocked, and that any tubes or pipes
connected to the outlets are not restricted.
Inspect the inlet filter element and replace it if

necessary: refer to Section 7.2.
Check that the sample gas supply pressure is

correct: refer to Section 2.2.
Check that the Multi Purpose is being used in the

correct ambient conditions: refer to Section 2.4.
Multi Purpose measurements are Check that the correct display units have been
not as expected. selected, and that the units conversion factor has
been correctly entered (see Section 6.4).
Check that any cross-interference offsets that you

have entered are correct (see Section 6.3.2).
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Multi Purpose measurements are Check that the sample gas supply pressure is
unstable. correct: refer to Section 2.2.
Check that the Multi Purpose is not being

subjected to high levels of vibration.
Check that the sample gas inlet is not blocked, and

not restricted.

outlet (if fitted) are not blocked, and that any tubes
or pipes connected to the outlets are not restricted.
Inspect the filter element and replace it if

The Multi Purpose will not calibrate. Check that the correct low and high calibration
gases are being used: refer to Section 2.3.
Check that the sample gas inlet is not blocked, and

not restricted.

outlet (if fitted) are not blocked. On a standard
Multi Purpose with an internal sample pump,
check that the calibration ‘T’ piece is not blocked.
Check that any tubes or pipes connected to the
outlets (or to the calibration ‘T’ piece) are not
restricted.
Inspect the filter element and replace it if

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The Multi Purpose will not switch on. If the green light on the power supply unit is on:
• Check that the power supply is correctly
connected to the Multi Purpose: see
Section 5.1.
• If the power supply is already correctly
connected to the Multi Purpose, contact
Servomex or your local Servomex agent for
assistance.
If the green light on the power supply unit is off:

• Check that the power supply unit is correctly
connected to your electrical supply outlet, and
that your external electrical supply is correct:
see Section 2.1.
• Check the fuse in the power supply unit plug. If
the fuse has failed, replace it with a new fuse of
the correct rating.
• If the power supply unit is correctly connected to
your electrical supply outlet and your external
electrical supply is correct, the power supply unit
may have failed: contact Servomex or your local
Servomex agent for assistance.
If you have a Multi Purpose with the optional

rechargeable battery, and the power supply unit is
not connected to the electrical supply and to the
Multi Purpose, the battery may be flat: connect the
power supply unit and recharge the battery (refer
to Section 5.2).
The Multi Purpose display is blank or Check that the ambient temperature is within the
is too dark. valid Multi Purpose operating temperature range:
refer to Section 2.4.
Check that the display contrast adjustment has
been correctly set (refer to Section 6.8.2), and has
not been altered.
The measurement alarms are Check that the Multi Purpose is not being knocked,
activating more often than expected. moved, or subjected to high levels of vibration
during sample measurements.
Check that the alarm modes, alarm levels and
hysteresis levels have been correctly set: refer to
Section 6.5.4.
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The Multi Purpose does not Check that the update rate has been correctly set.
communicate correctly through the
serial output connector. Check whether data logging has been enabled,
and disable data logging if necessary (refer to
Section 6.7.1). (If data logging is enabled,
continuous serial data outputs will be disabled.)
Check that the Multi Purpose serial output
parameters have been correctly set for the system
to which you have connected the serial outputs
(refer to Section 6.7.2).
Check that the external device is correctly
connected to the Multi Purpose serial port: refer to
Appendix A4.
If you have connected the serial outputs to a PC
(Personal Computer), check that the correct serial
port is selected on the PC. (Note that you may
have to restart the PC for serial port changes to
take effect.)
A milliAmp output is at 0 or 21.5 A. If you have configured the milliAmp output to jam
high or jam low, check whether a fault condition
exists (see Section 6.6.2). Otherwise, contact
Servomex or your local Servomex agent for
assistance.
A milliAmp output is not as Ensure that the electrical cabling connected to the
expected. Multi Purpose is not open circuit.
Check that the milliAmp output is calibrated
correctly (see Section 6.6.5).
Check that you have selected the correct Range
(see Section 6.6.1).
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9 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
9.1 Storage
Refit any protective plastic covers (see Section 3) and place the Multi Purpose and
any associated equipment in its original packaging before storage. Alternatively, seal
it inside a waterproof plastic bag, sack, or storage box.
Store the Multi Purpose and any associated equipment in a clean, dry area. Do not
subject it to excessively hot, cold, or humid conditions: see Section 2.4.
+ If your Multi Purpose has an optional rechargeable battery, recharge the

battery every 2 months: see Section 5.2.2.
9.2 Disposal
Dispose of the Multi Purpose, the power supply unit and any other associated
equipment safely, and in accordance with all of your local and national safety and
environmental requirements.
+ The Multi Purpose is not suitable for disposal in municipal waste streams
(such as landfill sites, domestic recycling centres and so on). Refer to
Appendix A10 for disposal requirements in accordance with the WEEE
Directive within the EC.
+ If you send the Multi Purpose to Servomex or your local Servomex agent for
disposal, the Multi Purpose must be accompanied by a correctly completed
decontamination certificate.
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10 SPARES
The standard spares available for the Multi Purpose are shown below. You can order
these spares from Servomex or your agent.
Spare Part Number
Inlet filter element (pack of 5) 00570982
Filter retainer cap ‘O’ ring 2323-7029
Inlet/outlet quick-connect fitting 202517
Power supply unit 202578
Thermal printer paper (pack of 5 rolls) 203022
Internal sample pump (standard Multi Purpose) 05200930
Internal sample pump (Multi Purpose HF) 05200948
Rechargeable battery pack 05200931
+ We recommend that you maintain a stock of inlet filter elements and a

filter retainer cap ‘O’ ring, so you can replace them when necessary:
see Section 7.2.
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APPENDIX
A1 DATA LOG OUTPUT FORMATS
The data log is output in the form of an identifier line, followed by a number of log lines,
one line for each entry stored in the data log.
The identifier line is in the form: "Servomex <serial number> ; <gas>", where <serial
number> is the Multi Purpose serial number as shown on the Information screen (see
Figure 7) and <gas> is as specified below.
Each log line consists of a number of elements, separated from each other by the
delimiter string " ; " (space, semicolon, space), in the following format:
<log id> ; <date> ; <time> ; <gas> ; <measurement> ; <units> ; <alarm status> ; <fault status>
[ ; <gas> ; <measurement> ; <units> ; <alarm status> ; <fault status>]
where:
<log id> Is in the form "X.Y", where "X" is a digit (or digits) specifying
the batch number and "Y" is a digit (or digits) specifying the
number of the measurement within the batch.
<date> Is the date on which the data log entry was made.
<time> Is the time at which the data log entry was made.
<gas> Specifies the sample gas measured.
<measurement> Is the actual sample measurement as displayed on the

measurement screen.
<units> Is the measurement units, as displayed on the measurement

screen.
<alarm status> Is either blank (not output), or "Alarm" if a measurement

alarm condition existed when the log entry was made.
<fault status> Is either blank (not output), or "Fault" if a fault condition

existed when the log entry was made.
"[" and "]" Elements between these bracket symbols are only output
when the Multi Purpose is configured for two sample
measurements. The bracket symbols themselves do not
appear in the output.
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A typical extract from a 1-measurement Multi Purpose data log output is shown below:
Servomex 05123A1/45678 ; O2
1.1 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:57:04 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ;
1.2 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:57:09 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ;
1.3 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:57:16 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ; Fault
2.1 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:57:36 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ;
2.2 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:57:42 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ;
2.3 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:57:58 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ; Fault
3.1 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:58:13 ; O2 ; 14.8 ; % ; Alarm ;
3.2 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:58:46 ; O2 ; 20.5 ; % ; ;
3.3 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:58:51 ; O2 ; 20.5 ; % ; ;
3.4 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:58:55 ; O2 ; 20.5 ; % ; ; Fault
4.1 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:59:03 ; O2 ; 20.5 ; % ; ; Fault
4.2 ; 19/01/05 ; 14:59:08 ; O2 ; 20.5 ; % ; ;
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APPENDIX
A2 SERIAL OUTPUT FORMATS

The serial output consists of a number of measurement lines, one line for each update.
Each measurement line consists of a number of elements, separated from each other
by the delimiter string " ; " (space, semicolon, space), in the following format:
<date> ; <time> ; <gas> ; <measurement> ; <units>[ ; <gas> ; <measurement> ; <units>]
where:
<date> Is the date on which the data log entry was made.
<time> Is the time at which the data log entry was made.
<gas> Specifies the sample gas measured.
<measurement> Is an actual sample measurement, as displayed on the

measurement screen.
<units> Is the measurement units, as displayed on the

measurement screen.
"[" and "]" Elements between these bracket symbols are only
output when the Multi Purpose is configured for two
sample measurements. The bracket symbols
themselves do not appear in the output.
An extract from a typical serial output for a 1-measurement Multi Purpose is shown
below:
19/01/05 ; 14:50:25 ; O2 ; 20.3 ; %

19/01/05 ; 14:50:35 ; O2 ; 20.3 ; %
19/01/05 ; 14:50:45 ; O2 ; 20.3 ; %
19/01/05 ; 14:50:55 ; O2 ; 20.3 ; %
19/01/05 ; 14:51:05 ; O2 ; 20.3 ; %
+ Alarms and fault information are not provided in the serial outputs.
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APPENDIX
A3 PRINTER OUTPUT FORMATS

If you have selected printed outputs (see Section 6.7.1), each time you press the
soft key, a single sample measurement report is printed (on the Servomex supplied
printer). The format of this report is as shown below:
Date: <date>
Time: <time>
I.D.: <serial number>
Batch:
Product:
Measurement:
1 <gas> XXXX <units> <alarm>
2 <gas> XXXX <units> <alarm>
Signature
where:
<date> Is the date on which the report was printed, in the currently
selected format (see Section 5.3.2).
<time> Is the time at which the report was printed, in the format
hh:mm:ss (hours:minutes:seconds).
<serial number> Is the serial number of the Multi Purpose.
1 <gas> Specifies transducer 1 and the sample gas measured.
2 <gas> Specifies transducer 2 and the sample gas measured.
+ This complete line is shown blank on the printer output

for a 1-measurement Multi Purpose.
XXXX Is the sample measurement.
<units> Is the measurement units, as displayed on the measurement

screen.
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<alarm> Specifies the alarm or other status:

• "Pass" indicates that alarms have been configured, and
that the sample measurement has not triggered an alarm.
• "FAIL" indicates that alarms have been configured, and
that the sample measurement has triggered an alarm.
• "FAULT" indicates that a transducer fault is present.
• "RECALIB" indicates that the transducer needs to be
recalibrated. (This will be shown when the sample
measurement is >100% or < 0% and no alarms have been
configured.)
If no alarms have been configured (and no transducer or
recalibration fault is present), <alarm> will be blank.
Batch and Are fields which you can complete (by hand) to identify, for
Product example, a specific batch, and a specific product within that
batch.
Signature Is a field which can be used for the signature of the person
who printed the report.
+ Refer to your company procedures for the correct usage of the Batch,
Product and Signature fields of printed sample measurement reports.
+ Refer to the printer manual for additional information (for example, on how to
replace the printer roll).
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APPENDIX
A4 RS232 CONNECTION DETAILS

WARNING
Ensure that the electrical installation of any equipment connected to the

Multi Purpose conforms with all applicable local and national electrical
safety requirements.
A4.1 Overview
The serial port on the rear of the Multi Purpose (see Figure 2) is an RS232 ± 5.5 V
9-way ‘D’ type connector.
The pins on the connector are used as shown in Figure A1 below:
Pin(s) Use
1 Not used
2 Rx (to Multi Purpose)
3 Tx (from Multi Purpose)
4 Not used
5 0V
6, 7, 8, 9 Not used
Figure A1 - RS232 connection pin details
A4.2 Connecting the Multi Purpose to a PC
The Multi Purpose can be directly connected to the 9-way ‘D’ type serial port (usually
designated "COM1" or "COM2") on your PC. To comply with EMC immunity
standards, we recommend that you use the serial output cable supplied. If you do not
use the cable supplied, use a compatible 9-way ‘D Null Modem’ cable (with a
recommended maximum length of 3 m), with female-to-female connectors.
If your PC only has USB serial ports, use a commercially available 9-way ‘D’ type serial
to USB converter to connect the Multi Purpose to one of the serial ports.
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A4.3 Capturing data using Windows® and Hyper Terminal™
If you use one of the Windows operating systems, HyperTerminal is probably already
installed on your PC. For detailed instructions on the installation and use of
HyperTerminal, refer to the help files on your PC, or to the documentation supplied
with your PC. The following information is provided as a summary only, for quick
reference.
1. Install HyperTerminal (if not already installed).

2. Start HyperTerminal. You can usually do this by clicking on the Start button, then
by clicking on: Programs, Accessories, Communications, HyperTerminal.
3. Enter a suitable name and select a ‘connect’ icon for the connection.
+ You can drag the icon onto your desktop for quick access to
HyperTerminal.
4. Identify the "COM" port that you have used to connect the Multi Purpose to the
PC.
5. Set the port settings to be consistent with the Multi Purpose serial output
parameters (see Section 6.7.2). The recommended settings are as follows:
Parameter Recommended
setting
Baud rate 38400
Data bits 8
Parity None
Stop bits 1
Flow control None *
* This is not an option on the Multi Purpose.
6. Click on the ‘connect’ icon to initiate the connection:

• If you have configured the Multi Purpose to provide serial output (see
Section 6.7.1), data will then be displayed on the PC.
• If you have configured the Multi Purpose for data logging, data will only be
sent to the PC when you output the data log (see Section 6.7.6).
Data output from the Multi Purpose can be saved (as a text file) using the ’capture text’
command in HyperTerminal. You can then import this text directly into applications
such as Excel ®.
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APPENDIX
A5 DISPLAY UNIT CONVERSION FACTORS

When you select display units as described in Section 6.4, you must ensure that you
also enter the correct units conversion factor, as shown in the table below:
To convert use the units applicable

to †
from * conversion factor gas(es)
% ppm 10000 any
ppm % 0.0001 any
ppm vpm 1 any
ppm mg/m3 1.2492 CO
" " 1.9631 CO2
" " 1.4277 O2
% mg/m3 12492 CO
" " 19631 CO2
" " 14277 O2
ppm %LEL 0.0008 CO
% %LEL 8 CO
% mol/mol 0.01 any
ppm mol/mol # #
* Measurement default units.
† Selected display units
# This conversion is not supported.
+ To return to the measurement default units, select the "off" units selection
option and set the units conversion factor to "1": see Section 6.4.
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APPENDIX
A6 OPTIONAL FLOWMETERS
A6.1 Overview
Two optional flowmeters are available for the Multi Purpose, as follows:
• The unvalved flowmeter, for use with a standard Multi Purpose without an internal
sample pump. This flowmeter shows the flow rate of sample gas or calibration gas
into the Multi Purpose.
• The flowmeter with a flow control valve, for use with a Multi Purpose HF or a
standard Multi Purpose with an internal sample pump. This flowmeter shows (and
allows you to control) the flow rate of sample gas or calibration gas into the Multi
Purpose.
A6.2 Specification
Flowmeter indicated flow rate range
Standard Multi Purpose without sample pump 1 to 10 l min-1 *
Standard Multi Purpose with sample pump 100 to 1000 cm3 min-1 †
Multi Purpose HF 200 to 2500 cm3 min-1 #
* Equivalent to a flow rate range of 0.035 to 0.35 ft3 min-1.

† Equivalent to a flow rate range of 100 to 1000 ml min-1 (0.0035 to 0.035 ft3 min-1).
# Equivalent to a flow rate range of 0.2 to 2.5 l min-1 (0.007 to 0.087 ft3 min-1).
A6.3 Preparing the Multi Purpose with a flowmeter
If you have ordered the flowmeter option, the flowmeter will be supplied fitted to the
side of the Multi Purpose, as shown in Figure A2.
Before you use the Multi Purpose, ensure that the inlet pipe (2) is correctly fitted
between the flowmeter outlet and the sample gas inlet on the front of the Multi
Purpose. If the pipe is not already fitted:
1. Remove the protective plastic cover from the flowmeter outlet.

2. Remove the protective plastic cover from the sample gas inlet on the front of the
Multi Purpose (Figure 1, item 8).
3. Fit the inlet pipe supplied between the flowmeter outlet and the sample gas inlet
on the front of the Multi Purpose.
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1. Multi Purpose 4. Flow control valve †

2. Inlet pipe * 5. Flow indicator
3. Sample gas inlet 6. Flowmeter assembly
* Fitted between the flowmeter outlet and the Multi Purpose inlet.
† Only fitted to a valved flowmeter for use with a Multi Purpose HF or a standard Multi
Purpose with an internal sample pump.
Figure A2 - Multi Purpose with a flowmeter
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A6.4 Using the Multi Purpose with a flowmeter
Operate the Multi Purpose with the flowmeter as described in Sections 4 to 6 of this
manual, but with the exceptions noted below.
A6.5 Multi Purpose HF and standard Multi Purpose with a sample pump
+ The flow rate of your calibration gas supply must be the same as the flow
rate of the gases to be sampled. If the flow rates are different, sample gas
measurements may not be accurate.
Calibrate the Multi Purpose as described in Section 6.1, but:
• Connect the calibration gas supply to the sample gas inlet on the flowmeter
(Figure A2, item 3), not to the Multi Purpose.
• Use the flow control valve (Figure A2, item 4) to adjust the flow of calibration gas
into the Multi Purpose to the required flow rate.
Take sample readings as described in Section 6.2, but:
• Connect the sample gas supply to the sample gas inlet on the flowmeter (Figure A2,
item 3), not to the Multi Purpose.
• Use the flow control valve (Figure A2, item 4) to adjust the flow of sample gas into
the Multi Purpose to the required flow rate.
A6.6 Standard Multi Purpose without a sample pump
Calibrate the Multi Purpose as described in Section 6.1, but connect the branch on the
calibration ‘T’ piece to the sample gas inlet on the flowmeter (Figure A2, item 3), not
to the Multi Purpose.
Take sample readings as described in Section 6.2, but connect the sample gas supply
to the sample gas inlet on the flowmeter (Figure A2, item 3), not to the Multi Purpose.
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APPENDIX
A7 OPTIONAL SAMPLE CONDITIONING PANEL
A7.1 Overview
+ A drying tube is not supplied if your Multi Purpose has the sample
conditioning panel fitted, as the panel has an integral drier.
The optional sample conditioning panel allows for use of the Multi Purpose to measure
the oxygen content of wet gas samples, for example on a spot-check basis (when
close control of boiler efficiency is not required), or while carrying out boiler
performance surveys.
Refer to Figure A3. If you order this option, the sample conditioning panel (2) will be
supplied fitted to the side of the Multi Purpose (1).
During sampling, sample gas passes through the catchpot (6), and then the drier (3,
which contains a drying agent), before passing into the Multi Purpose.
You must drain the catchpot when necessary (see Section A7.7) and you must
regularly regenerate or replace the drying agent (see Section A7.8).
A7.2 Specification
Response time *
Standard oxygen sensor 60 seconds
Industrial or high accuracy 65 seconds

oxygen sensor
IR (infrared) sensor 130 seconds
Sample gas temperature † Ambient temperature ± 10 oC/18 oF
Sample gas inlet # Suitable for 4 mm inside diameter tube
Drying agent Indicating silica gel
* The response times are approximate and are those necessary to reach 90% of
final measurement, with indicating silica gel as the drying agent. If required, you
can use calcium sulphate as the drying agent (see Section A7.8), to reduce
response time to approximately 50 seconds.
† For maximum operating life and efficiency.
# On the sample conditioning panel (Figure A3, item 7).
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A7.3 Using the Multi Purpose with the sample conditioning panel
A7.4 Calibrating
You must calibrate the Multi Purpose with the sample conditioning panel as described
in Section 6.1, but you must connect the calibration gas supply to the sample gas inlet
on the sample conditioning panel (Figure A3, item 7).
A7.5 Sampling gases
+ If the sample gases are very dirty (that is, contain soot or particulates), we
recommend that you use the catchpot as a bubbler when you carry out
sample measurements; that is: remove the top of the catchpot and fill the
catchpot with clean water to a level just above the bottom of the gas inlet
pipe in the catchpot.
+ If you are sampling flue gases, ensure that you position the end of the
sample pipe/probe at a location in the flue where the gases are
representative of the boiler combustion products.
To obtain the best results from flue gas sampling, we recommend that you locate the
end of the sample pipe/probe as close as possible to the centre of the flue duct. If the
end of the sample pipe/probe is too close to the wall of the flue duct, the gases
sampled may not be representative of the boiler combustion products because of the
stratification of the gases, or because of leaks in the duct.
Refer to Figure A3. When you want to sample gases:
1. Ensure that the inlet pipe (4) from the sample conditioning panel is connected to
the sample gas inlet on the front of the Multi Purpose (Figure 1, item 8).
2. Take sample readings as described in Section 6.2, but note that:
• You must connect a gas sample pipe/probe to the sample gas inlet (7) on the
sample conditioning panel.
• Route the end of the sample pipe/probe to a suitable sample point (see
above).
• Allow sufficient time for the sample measurement to stabilise (see
Section A7.2).
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1. Multi Purpose 5. Catchpot drain plug

2. Sample conditioning panel 6. Catchpot
3. Drier 7. Sample gas inlet
4. Inlet pipe
Figure A3 - Multi Purpose with the sample conditioning panel
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A7.6 Additional maintenance
A7.7 Draining the catchpot
+ Do not allow the level of liquid in the catchpot to rise above the top of the
transparent body of the catchpot.
Refer to Figure A3. During use, liquid entrained in the sampled gases will be
condensed in the catchpot (6).
When necessary (that is, when liquid is visible in the transparent body of the catchpot):
1. Place a suitable container under the catchpot drain plug (5).

2. Remove the drain plug and allow the liquid to drain from the catchpot.
3. Refit the drain plug and safely dispose of the drained liquid: refer to Section 9.2.
A7.8 Replacing/regenerating the drying agent
WARNING
If you replace the drying agent, ensure that you comply with any safe
handling and usage requirements specified on or with the package
containing the new drying agent.
+ If required, replace the silica gel drying agent supplied with calcium sulphate
(for example, use Drierite®), to reduce the response time: see Section A7.2.
The colour of the silica gel drying agent in the drier is orange as supplied, and the
column of drying agent will turn progressively green as moisture is absorbed. When
the whole column of drying agent has turned green, the drying agent needs to be
regenerated or replaced.
You can regenerate the drying agent by passing dry air or dry nitrogen through the
drier, or:
• Removing it from the drier and laying it out on a tray, approximately 1 granule thick.
• Heating the silica gel on the tray in an oven at a temperature of 110 to 120 oC (230
to 248 oF) until the granules have turned orange again, or heating the calcium
sulphate (Drierite®) on the tray at a temperature of 210 oC (425 oF) for 1 hour.
The drying agent supplied will turn orange again when it has been successfully
regenerated. More than 100 regenerations can be made before the drying agent
becomes ineffective.
When necessary, dispose of the drying agent and replace with new drying agent,
available as a spare (see Section A7.9).
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A7.9 Additional spares
The following additional spares are available for the sample conditioning panel:
Spare Part Number
Drying agent (indicator silica gel) 203742
Drying agent (calcium sulphate) 1734-2524
Drier assembly S5000944
Catchpot assembly S0214905
Catchpot and drier lids S5000943
Order these spares from Servomex or your Servomex agent.
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APPENDIX
A8 OPTIONAL GAS PROBE ACCESSORY

A8.1 Overview
The gas probe accessory enables you to accurately pinpoint where gases will be
sampled.
Refer to Figure A4. The accessory consists of the removable protective tip (1, only
supplied with the 25 cm Probe accessory), the probe (2) and handle (3), an optional
filter (4), and a coiled sample pipe (5) which is terminated by an outlet connector (6).
A8.2 Preparing for use
If the gas probe is not already assembled, simply push-fit the components together as
shown in Figure A4.
A8.3 Using the probe
+ If your probe has a protective tip, remove the tip if the temperature of the
location where you will sample gases exceeds 180 oC/356 oF.
Refer to Figure A4. When you want to use the gas probe accessory during gas
sampling:
1. Fit the outlet connector (6) to one of the following:

• The sample gas inlet on the Multi Purpose (see Figure 1)
• The sample gas inlet on the flowmeter, if fitted (see Figure A2)
• The sample gas inlet on the sample conditioning panel (see Figure A3), using
the catchpot inlet adaptor (7).
2. Place the end of the probe (1) where you want to sample gases.
A8.4 Additional maintenance
If your gas probe accessory has an optional filter:
• When necessary, replace the filter element, available as a spare: see Section A8.5.
• When necessary (for example, if it is damaged), replace the filter assembly,
available as a spare: see Section A8.5.
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A8.5 Additional spares
The following additional spares are available for the gas probe accessory:
Spare Part Number
Filter assembly 222393
Filter element (pack of 5) 00570982
Probe: 25 cm (approx 10 inch), with protective tip S5000942
Probe: 100 cm (approx 39 inch) S5000404B
Order these spares from Servomex or your Servomex agent.
1. Protective tip * 5. Coiled sample pipe

2. Probe 6. Outlet connector
3. Handle 7. Catchpot inlet adaptor #
4. Filter †
* Removable: only supplied fitted to the 25 cm Probe.

† Optional.
# Only supplied if you also have the sample conditioning panel option.
Figure A4 - Optional gas probe assembly
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APPENDIX
A9 MATERIALS IN CONTACT WITH SAMPLE AND CALIBRATION

GASES
The materials of the parts of the Multi Purpose in contact with the sample and
calibration gases are listed below. These materials have a wide range of chemical
compatibility and corrosion resistance.
Common gas path in the Multi Purpose:
Nickel
Viton®
302 stainless steel *
PPS (polyphenylene sulphide) with carbon fibre filler
PPS (polyphenylene sulphide) †
Borosilicate glass
Kynar® (PVDF: polyvinylidene fluoride)
Polysulphone
Carbon T94 #
Carbon P-7454 #
POM (polyoxymethylene) #
Standard oxygen sensor:
316 stainless steel

Borosilicate glass
PPS (polyphenylene sulphide) with PTFE (polytetrafluorotheylene)/glass filler
Gold
Platinum/iridium alloy
Nickel
Epoxy adhesive (EPO-TEK H72)
Polypropylene
Viton®
Krytox® GPL205 grease
* Standard Multi Purpose without internal sample pump only.

† Standard Multi Purpose with internal sample pump only.
# Multi Purpose HF only.
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Industrial or high accuracy oxygen sensor:
316 stainless steel

Borosilicate glass
Platinum
Platinum/iridium alloy
Electroless nickel
Viton®
IR (infrared) sensor:
316 stainless steel

Gold
Nickel
Sapphire
Epoxy adhesive (EPO-TEK H72)
Viton®
Optional Flowmeters:
Acrylic
Nickel
Polyurethane
Viton®
316 stainless steel
PVC (polyvinylchloride)
Optional Sample Conditioning Panel:
Perspex
Nitrile
316 stainless steel
Fluorocarbon elastomer (FPM)
Silica
Fibreglass
Viton®
Nickel
Optional Gas Probe:
316 stainless steel

Nickel
Viton®
Polyurethane
Nylon
Borosilicate glass
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APPENDIX
A10 DISPOSAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WASTE ELECTRICAL

AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) DIRECTIVE
The label shown in Figure A5 is fitted to the analyser.
Figure A5 - The WEEE label
This label identifies that:
• The analyser is considered to be within the scope of the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC.
• The analyser is not intended for disposal in a municipal waste stream, but shall be
submitted for material recovery and recycling in accordance with the local
regulations which implement the WEEE Directive.
For additional information and advice on the disposal of the analyser in accordance
with the requirements of the WEEE Directive, contact Servomex or your local
Servomex agent.
+ If you send the analyser to Servomex or your local Servomex agent for
disposal, the analyser must be accompanied by a correctly completed
decontamination certificate.
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APPENDIX
A11 COMPLIANCE AND STANDARDS INFORMATION

• The 5200 Multi Purpose Gas Analyser complies with the European Community
"Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive", 89/336/EEC (as amended by 92/31/EEC
and 93/68/EEC).
• The 5200 Multi Purpose is excluded from the scope of the European Community
"Low Voltage Directive", 73/23/EEC.
• The 5200 Multi Purpose has been assessed to IEC 61010-1:2001 (+Corr 1: 2002 +
Corr 2:2003) for electrical safety, rated in accordance to IEC 60664-3 Category II,
Pollution Degree 2.
• The 5200 Multi Purpose has been validated and fully complies with the
requirements of The Food and Drug Act - specifically, 21 CFR 211.165 (e) and
211.194 (a)(2) - for verification of the strength, identity and purity of: MEDICAL
OXYGEN (USP) and OXYGEN IN NITROGEN NF 19.
• The power supply unit supplied with the 5200 Multi Purpose complies with the
European Community "Low Voltage Directive", 73/23/EEC.
• Servomex Group Ltd is a BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and EN ISO 14001:1996 certified
organisation.
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1 DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.1 Scope of this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

3 UNPACK THE MULTI PURPOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4 MULTI PURPOSE USER INTERFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5 INSTALLATION AND SET-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.1 Installation and switch-on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

5.3.2 Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

5.3.5 Selecting pump operation (Multi Purpose HF or standard

6.1 Calibrating the Multi Purpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

7.1 Cleaning the Multi Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

8.1 Introduction to faults and fault messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

9 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

A1 DATA LOG OUTPUT FORMATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

A2 SERIAL OUTPUT FORMATS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

A3 PRINTER OUTPUT FORMATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

A4 RS232 CONNECTION DETAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

A5 DISPLAY UNIT CONVERSION FACTORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

A7 OPTIONAL SAMPLE CONDITIONING PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

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A8 OPTIONAL GAS PROBE ACCESSORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

A9 MATERIALS IN CONTACT WITH SAMPLE AND

A10 DISPOSAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WASTE

A11 COMPLIANCE AND STANDARDS INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . 97

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1 DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITIONS

1.2 Safety information

Warnings highlight specific hazards which, if not taken into account,

This highlights information which it is useful for you to be aware of

This analyser is not a medical device as defined in the medical devices

The Multi Purpose must not be used as personal protective equipment.

1.4 Sample measurement configurations

Measurement 1 gas Measurement 2 gas

1-measurement Oxygen * (not applicable)

1.5 Other product options

• With an internal sample pump

Key Description Key Description

1. Sample gas 1 label * 9. Sample gas outlet † ‡

Key Description Key Description

1. Serial output port 4. milliAmp output socket 1 †

Mass (maximum) 2.6 to 3.9 kg (5.7 to 8.6 lb)

Electrical supply requirements

Minimum gas flow rate †

Standard Multi Purpose

Multi Purpose HF 1.8 l min-1 (0.065 ft3 min-1)

2.2 Sample gas

If you sample carbon monoxide, the quantity of gas sampled by the

without internal sample pump 6.9 to 68.9 kPa gauge

with internal sample pump -3.4 to 3.4 kPa gauge (max)

Dew point Less than (ambient temperature minus 10 oC)

Particulate size Less than 2 μm

2.3 Calibration gases

Low calibration gas Oxygen-free nitrogen, 99.9% pure

High calibration gas

Standard oxygen sensor Certified oxygen supply * or instrument quality

Industrial or high accuracy Certified oxygen supply * or instrument quality

IR (infrared) sensor Certified gas supply with a concentration in

Calibration gas flow rate (with

Calibration gas pressure range