MSA ORION User Manual

Orion
®
Multigas
Detector
Operation Manual
Detector Multigas Orion
®
Manual de operaciones
Détecteur multi-gaz Orion
®
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Manufactured by
Fabricado por
Fabriqué par
MSA INSTRUMENT DIVISION
P.O. Box 427, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15230
USA, EE.UU., Etats-Unis
(L) Rev 7 10021555

MSA ORION Specifications

General

Sensor Type	Electrochemical
Expected Life	2 years (typical)
Target Gas	Oxygen (O2)
Measurement Range	Depends on target gas
Operating Humidity	15-90% RH (non-condensing)
Detection Principle	Electrochemical
Measuring Range	Depends on target gas
Protection Rating	IP66

Summary

Instrument Safety and Certifications

Safety Limitations and Precautions

Detailed safety limitations and precautions before operating the instrument.

Standards and Operation Guidelines

Covers manufacture date, certifications, electronic interference, and pump/aspirator assembly operation.

Quick Start Guide

Detector Display and Basic Navigation

Explanation of the display, powering on/off, and navigating detector pages.

Initial Setup and Status Indicators

Covers battery installation, fresh air setup, status indicators, and battery warnings.

Using the Orion Multigas Detector

Battery Management and Status

Explains battery installation, status indicators, and battery warnings.

Gas Measurement and Alarm Procedures

Covers measuring combustible, oxygen, and toxic gases with alarm procedures.

Exposure Limits and Recorded Readings

Explains STEL, TWA, Peak, and Minimum readings.

Setting up the Multigas Detector

Power Systems and Battery Management

Information on battery pack options, removal, charging, and replacement.

Instrument Settings and Setup Mode

Covers changing instrument settings, time, date, and accessing setup mode.

Calibration Procedures

Standard Calibration Process

Instructions for performing zero and span calibration using the autocalibration feature.

Troubleshooting Calibration Issues

What to do if the instrument fails autocalibration and how to access expanded tolerance calibration.

Warranty, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

Maintenance and Routine Care

Guidelines for cleaning, checking filters, and general maintenance.

Troubleshooting and Repair Procedures

Common problems, troubleshooting guidelines, and detailed repair steps.

Performance Specifications

Technical Specifications and Certifications

Covers certifications, temperature range, measurement methods, and alarm setpoints.

Gas-Specific Performance Data

Detailed performance specifications and cross-reference factors for various gases.

Replacement and Accessory Parts

Accessory Parts List

List of optional accessories available for the Orion Multigas Detector.

Replacement Parts List and Diagrams

Comprehensive list of replaceable parts with part numbers and reference to diagrams.