Geotech GA5000 User Manual

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GA5000 Gas Analyser
Operating Manual
Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd
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Geotech GA5000 Specifications

General

Brand	Geotech
Model	GA5000
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Manual Guidelines

Hazard Warnings and Safety Symbols

Explains hazard warnings and safety symbols used in the manual.

Introduction to GA5000

General Safety Instructions

Provides essential safety instructions for using the gas analyser.

Specific Safe Use Instructions

Details safe usage procedures, especially for hazardous areas.

General Operational Instructions

Switching the Instrument On

Guides the user on how to power on the GA5000 analyser.

Switching the Analyser Off

Provides instructions on how to safely switch off the GA5000 analyser.

Battery and Charging Procedures

Remote Software Updates

Requirements for Remote Updates

Analyser Update Registration Process

Installation of 5000 Updater Software

Installation of XP Drivers

Installation of Vista and Win 7 Drivers

Updating the Analyser Software

Alternative Update Method: Update from File

Taking Readings

Preliminary Checks for Readings

Lists essential checks to perform before taking gas readings.

Using the Internal Flow Feature (Optional)

Using the Anemometer (Optional)

Using the H2S Filter (Optional)

Cross-Gas Effects on Chemical Cells

Using the Temperature Probe (Optional)

Borehole Identification via GPS

Taking Gas and Flow Measurements

Calibration Procedures

Calibration Introduction and Best Practice

Frequency of Calibration Recommendations

Calibration Process Best Practices

Gas Check in Fresh Air Procedure

Calibration Using Gas Mixtures 1, 2 & 3

Problem Solving and Error Display

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Outlines troubleshooting for warning and error messages.

Understanding Warning and Error Displays

Explains how warnings and errors are displayed and their types.

Service and User Maintenance

Recommended Service Intervals