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Operating Manual
OMGEM5KN – Iss. 5.1
Copyright – Geotechnical Instruments (UK) Ltd
INTRODUCTION
This manual explains how to use the GEM5000 portable gas analyser. The GEM5000 is easy to use, calibrate and
configure and enables consistent collection of data for improved analysis and accurate reporting, whilst helping
to check the digester process is running efficiently.
The 5000 series gas analysers comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Safety instructions
The 5000 series of gas analysers can be used for measuring gases from landfill sites and other
sources as described in this manual.
The operator may be exposed to harmful gases during the use of the instrument. Inhaling these
gases may be harmful to health and in some cases may be fatal.
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that he/she is adequately trained in the safety aspects of
the gases being used and appropriate procedures are followed. In particular, where hazardous
gases are being used the gas exhausted from the analyser must be piped to an area where it is safe
to discharge the gas.
Hazardous gas can also be expelled from the instrument when purging with clean air.
The instrument has been designed to be used in explosive atmospheres as defined by the
classification. The instrument can be configured to measure low levels of several gases, but may not
be certified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres of these gases. It is the responsibility of the
operator to determine the protection concept and classification of equipment required for a
particular application and whether these gases create a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Note: Gas analysers are a sensitive piece of scientific equipment, and should be treated as such. If the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the instrument
may be impaired.
For ATEX and IECEx the 5000 series of gas analysers are certified to Hazardous Area Classification
II 2G Ex ib IIA T1 Gb (Ta = -10ºC to +50ºC)
It is vital instructions are followed closely. It is the responsibility of the operator to determine the protection
concept and classification required for a particular application.
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