How To Run a Gas Test

Operating Instructions

3.1

Principle of Operation

The Compur gas generator is a device to check the proper function of gas detectors. The instrument contains a gas specific generator cell. Depending on the type of gas, the generator will produce, either electrochemically or thermally, a gas concentration above the TLV1-level. The response of a gas detector can be checked with the small gas concentration produced by the gas generator. However, since the gas generator does not produce a certifiable known gas concentration, it is not suitable for detector calibration.

3.2

•Insert the sensor of the gas detector into the adapter of the gas generator.

•When the detector is pressed down, the generation of gas starts automatically. If you want to test the Compur Monitors gas detectors Monitox plus or Dositox, please use the switch pin extension included with the generator. Compur gas detectors Monitox S/SD and Minitox are tested without extension. If you want to check gas detectors of other manufacturers, please check whether it works with or without the switch pin extension.

•The gas generator will produce gas for a period of 10 seconds. During gas generation, the green LED will turn on. If the red LED illuminates, the battery needs replacement.

Note:

)If the generator cell is exposed to low humidity, it may dry out. Therefore, please cover the generator with the included humidity cap. Make sure the sponge inside the cap is always moist, but not dripping wet.

Do not store or use a Compur gas generator in classified areas.

1TLV = Threshold Limit Value