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G-TECTA

®

 4G Troubleshooting

Problem/Error Message

Possible Cause

Solution

Instrument won’t  
switch on

Battery has no charge

Re-charge or replace battery

Mode button released  
too soon

Press mode button until LEDs flash

No confidence beep

Instrument function disabled

Reconfigure instrument using 
G-TECTA

®

 PC Software

Gas reading on display  
when in clean air

Instrument zero drifted

Restart instrument in clean air

Unstable or inaccurate 
gas readings

Sensor failure

Do NOT use instrument 
Exit hazardous area immediately  
and return instrument for service

Auto Zero failure

Instrument zeroed in  
contaminated atmosphere

Switch off instrument  
and restart in clean air

Alarm preventing  
Auto Zero

Instrument zeroed in  
contaminated atmosphere

Switch off instrument  
and restart in clean air

Calibration expired

Calibration due date has passed

Return instrument for calibration

Display shows empty  
battery symbol

Battery has no charge

Re-charge or replace battery

LCD too faint/dark

Instrument contrast  
setting incorrect

Adjust instrument using  
G-TECTA

®

 PC Software

If you experience any other issues with the operation of the G-TECTA

®

 4G instrument, please go to 

www.g‑tecta.com

 or contact an 

Authorised Linde Group Service Centre.

Summary of Contents for G-TECTA 4G

Page 1: ...G TECTA 4G Multi Gas Detection Instrument Operating Manual UK...

Page 2: ...ls and information given in both our printed and online publications are accurate at the time of issue full technical specifications are not necessarily included Furthermore The Linde Group policy is...

Page 3: ...n deficiencies or specific toxic gas accumulations An alarm condition indicates the presence of a potentially life threatening hazard and should be taken very seriously WARNING Ensure only qualified s...

Page 4: ...s not likely to have ignitable concentrations of flammable gases vapours or liquids present under normal operating conditions Instructions specific for use in non hazardous areas G TECTA 4G with CO2 S...

Page 5: ...e with the user s normal work function The non slip grip and alligator clip ensure secure handling and wear ability and additional accessories such as shoulder straps and chest harness allow flexible...

Page 6: ...instrument Note During the start up sequence the next calibration date will be displayed If the calibration due date has expired the G TECTA 4G instrument will display a warning message that calibrati...

Page 7: ...d Confidence Signals The instrument will display up to four gas readings and each channel will display the gas types units and current readings Screen Icons Always check the gas type being monitored b...

Page 8: ...t is lowered into a potentially hazardous environment instead of using a sampling hose and also for viewing peak gas exposure at the end of a shift The TWA menu option displays the 8 hour time weighte...

Page 9: ...bol changes to and the mode button should be pressed to put the instrument back into normal operating mode The symbol will change to an egg timer to indicate that the sensor is warming up At the end o...

Page 10: ...Weighted Average Alarms TWA alarm on alarm off and peak gas levels during the alarm Zero calibration and gas testing success or failure Flammable sensor alarms on and off The battery condition switch...

Page 11: ...ry replacement should only be carried out by trained and certified personnel Wearing G TECTA 4G Instruments G TECTA 4G is supplied with a strong and durable alligator clip The alligator clip will secu...

Page 12: ...ulb at least 10 times using the 2 metre hose supplied Longer lengths of hose and metal probes can be purchased For additional lengths of hose we recommend that the aspirator bulb is squeezed once for...

Page 13: ...Kit comprises a full gas cylinder and regulator with interconnecting hose a gas test key used to activate Gas Test Mode on the instrument a flow cap to attach to the G TECTA 4G and a vent line The Ga...

Page 14: ...ress the mode button within 10 seconds to confirm calibration Note If the mode button is not pressed within 10 seconds then the instrument mode will change to Gas Test Mode 5 G TECTA 4G will display a...

Page 15: ...e instrument must be used for calibrating the other gas sensors G TECTA 4G Instrument with CO2 Sensor When a G TECTA 4G CO2 sensor is zeroed in fresh air it automatically sets the CO2 baseline level t...

Page 16: ...able on the G TECTA PC software options screen and note the ports available ii Switch on the G TECTA 4G instrument and drop it into the charger cradle iii Check the available communications ports avai...

Page 17: ...ero not performed from options menu Initiate zero on instrument menu Instrument incorrectly configured Re configure instrument Send to Linde Group service centre G TECTA 4G Product Specification Dimen...

Page 18: ...TECTA 4G 5 Way Multi charger USA AS4GBCC5AU G TECTA 4G 5 Way Multi charger Australian c w computer interface AS4GBCC5UK G TECTA 4G 5 Way Multi charger UK c w computer interface AS4GBCC5EU G TECTA 4G 5...

Page 19: ...ediately and return instrument for service Auto Zero failure Instrument zeroed in contaminated atmosphere Switch off instrument and restart in clean air Alarm preventing Auto Zero Instrument zeroed in...

Page 20: ...able gas reading If oxygen levels are below safe breathing limits it should be assumed that the flammable reading is low G TECTA Electrochemical gas sensors toxic gases or oxygen contain chemicals Ext...

Page 21: ...oduct conforms with all technical and regulatory requirements of the directives listed below Product Type G TECTA 4G Certification BASEEFA09ATEX0245 IECEx BAS 09 0117 Applicable Directives Electromagn...

Page 22: ...CULAR PURPOSE THE LINDE GROUP WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND CONNECTED TO THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS OR FAILURE OF ITS PRODUCTS TO FUNCTION OR OPERATE PROPERLY Warranty periods for ins...

Page 23: ...23 Notes...

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