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The Hazardous Environment Detection Company
MultiRAE Plus
Using the
MultiRAE Plus
personal multigas
monitor
Firmware v 3.12B

Table of Contents

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Summary

MultiRAE Plus Features

Sensors

Lists the types and ranges of gases the MultiRAE Plus can detect.

Easy Sensor Access

Describes the device's casing design and tool-less access to sensors.

Reliability

Details the device's ruggedness, weatherproofing, power options, and safety certifications.

Rugged Case

Identifies external ports and features of the device's durable casing.

Simple Faceplate

Explains the faceplate layout, including alarm LEDs, light sensor, and function buttons.

Rugged Boot

Highlights the protective rubber casing, external filter, and belt clip.

Internal Pump

Describes the pump's capabilities, sampling distance, filter protection, and flow rates.

External Filter

Emphasizes the importance of using and replacing the external filter for device protection.

MultiRAE Plus Start-up

Turning On

Step-by-step instructions on how to power on the MultiRAE Plus, including initial display messages.

Start-up Warnings

Explains common warning messages during start-up, such as incorrect year or expired sensor warranty.

Fresh Air Calibration

Details the procedure for performing a fresh air calibration after the warm-up period.

Check Sensor Zero

Describes how to verify sensor readings are within acceptable limits after calibration.

Lamp Alarm

Explains the "Lamp" alarm indicating a failed PID lamp and troubleshooting steps.

Pump Alarm

Describes the "Pump" alarm indicating a blockage and how to resolve it.

MultiRAE Plus Display Modes

Display Mode Overview

Introduces the three operational display modes: Text, Display, and Advanced.

Comparison of Modes

Compares the information displayed across Advanced, Display, and Text modes.

Instantaneous Reading

Details the main display showing real-time gas concentrations, alternating with sensor names.

Peak Reading Display

Shows the highest readings recorded since the device was turned on and how to clear them.

Minimum Reading Display

Displays the lowest readings recorded since the device was turned on.

STEL Display

Shows the Short Term Exposure Limit, calculated over 15 minutes for VOCs and toxics.

TWA Display

Shows the Time Weighted Average, calculated over 8 hours for VOCs and toxics.

Battery Voltage Display

Indicates the current battery voltage and the shut-down threshold.

Date;Time;Run Time;Temp. Display

Shows the current date, time, accumulated run time, and internal temperature.

Datalog Mode Display

Explains the options for starting datalogging (Automatic, Manual, Scheduled).

LEL Units Display

Specifies the target gas used for LEL measurements, typically methane.

VOC Units Display

Specifies the target gas used for VOC measurements, typically isobutylene.

Communicate with PC Display

Describes the process for connecting the device to a PC for data transfer.

MultiRAE Plus Alarms

Alarm Signals Overview

Explains that the device provides audible and visual alarms, and when they are disabled.

High Alarm

Indicates a VOC sensor exceeding the high alarm setpoint with specific audible/visual cues.

Low Alarm

Indicates an Oxygen sensor reading below the low alarm setpoint.

STEL Alarm

Signals when the VOC sensor exceeds the Short Term Exposure Limit.

TWA Alarm

Signals when the VOC sensor exceeds the Time Weighted Average limit.

LEL OFF Alarm

Indicates the LEL sensor has shut off due to overexposure and requires resetting.

NEG Alarm

Signals a VOC sensor drift to negative due to improper zeroing in a VOC environment.

Pump Alarm

Indicates the pump has stopped due to a line clog and requires clearing.

Low Battery Alarm

Alerts users to low battery voltage and imminent shutdown.

Memory Full Alarm

Notifies that the datalogging memory is full and needs clearing or configuration change.

Programming and Configuration

Accessing Programming Mode

Details how to enter programming mode using key combinations and the default password.

Programming Menu Options

Lists the main configuration categories like calibration, alarm limits, datalogging, and setup.

Calibration Types

Outlines Fresh Air, Multiple Sensor, and Single Sensor calibration procedures.

Multiple Sensor Calibration

Step-by-step guide for calibrating multiple sensors using mixed calibration gas.

Single Sensor Calibration

Explains the process for calibrating individual sensors, including VOC.

Modifying Span Values

Allows adjustment of calibration gas values for different calibration gases.

Changing Alarm Limits

Covers adjusting high, low, STEL, and TWA alarm thresholds with their associated signals.

Datalogging Configuration

Options to clear data, change period, data type, and memory full settings.

Monitor Setup Adjustments

Includes changing site ID, user ID, alarm modes, and user modes.

Sensor Configuration Options

Covers LEL/VOC gas selection, enabling/disabling sensors, and dilution ratios.

Power Management

Powering Off

Instructions on how to properly turn off the MultiRAE Plus device.

Smart Charging

Explains the charging process for Li-Ion and NiCad batteries and charge time.

Trickle Charging

Describes how the device maintains battery charge after reaching full capacity.

Alkaline Battery Installation

Details the installation of 4 AA alkaline batteries for extended operation.

Summary

MultiRAE Plus Features

Sensors

Lists the types and ranges of gases the MultiRAE Plus can detect.

Easy Sensor Access

Describes the device's casing design and tool-less access to sensors.

Reliability

Details the device's ruggedness, weatherproofing, power options, and safety certifications.

Rugged Case

Identifies external ports and features of the device's durable casing.

Simple Faceplate

Explains the faceplate layout, including alarm LEDs, light sensor, and function buttons.

Rugged Boot

Highlights the protective rubber casing, external filter, and belt clip.

Internal Pump

Describes the pump's capabilities, sampling distance, filter protection, and flow rates.

External Filter

Emphasizes the importance of using and replacing the external filter for device protection.

MultiRAE Plus Start-up

Turning On

Step-by-step instructions on how to power on the MultiRAE Plus, including initial display messages.

Start-up Warnings

Explains common warning messages during start-up, such as incorrect year or expired sensor warranty.

Fresh Air Calibration

Details the procedure for performing a fresh air calibration after the warm-up period.

Check Sensor Zero

Describes how to verify sensor readings are within acceptable limits after calibration.

Lamp Alarm

Explains the "Lamp" alarm indicating a failed PID lamp and troubleshooting steps.

Pump Alarm

Describes the "Pump" alarm indicating a blockage and how to resolve it.

MultiRAE Plus Display Modes

Display Mode Overview

Introduces the three operational display modes: Text, Display, and Advanced.

Comparison of Modes

Compares the information displayed across Advanced, Display, and Text modes.

Instantaneous Reading

Details the main display showing real-time gas concentrations, alternating with sensor names.

Peak Reading Display

Shows the highest readings recorded since the device was turned on and how to clear them.

Minimum Reading Display

Displays the lowest readings recorded since the device was turned on.

STEL Display

Shows the Short Term Exposure Limit, calculated over 15 minutes for VOCs and toxics.

TWA Display

Shows the Time Weighted Average, calculated over 8 hours for VOCs and toxics.

Battery Voltage Display

Indicates the current battery voltage and the shut-down threshold.

Date;Time;Run Time;Temp. Display

Shows the current date, time, accumulated run time, and internal temperature.

Datalog Mode Display

Explains the options for starting datalogging (Automatic, Manual, Scheduled).

LEL Units Display

Specifies the target gas used for LEL measurements, typically methane.

VOC Units Display

Specifies the target gas used for VOC measurements, typically isobutylene.

Communicate with PC Display

Describes the process for connecting the device to a PC for data transfer.

MultiRAE Plus Alarms

Alarm Signals Overview

Explains that the device provides audible and visual alarms, and when they are disabled.

High Alarm

Indicates a VOC sensor exceeding the high alarm setpoint with specific audible/visual cues.

Low Alarm

Indicates an Oxygen sensor reading below the low alarm setpoint.

STEL Alarm

Signals when the VOC sensor exceeds the Short Term Exposure Limit.

TWA Alarm

Signals when the VOC sensor exceeds the Time Weighted Average limit.

LEL OFF Alarm

Indicates the LEL sensor has shut off due to overexposure and requires resetting.

NEG Alarm

Signals a VOC sensor drift to negative due to improper zeroing in a VOC environment.

Pump Alarm

Indicates the pump has stopped due to a line clog and requires clearing.

Low Battery Alarm

Alerts users to low battery voltage and imminent shutdown.

Memory Full Alarm

Notifies that the datalogging memory is full and needs clearing or configuration change.

Programming and Configuration

Accessing Programming Mode

Details how to enter programming mode using key combinations and the default password.

Programming Menu Options

Lists the main configuration categories like calibration, alarm limits, datalogging, and setup.

Calibration Types

Outlines Fresh Air, Multiple Sensor, and Single Sensor calibration procedures.

Multiple Sensor Calibration

Step-by-step guide for calibrating multiple sensors using mixed calibration gas.

Single Sensor Calibration

Explains the process for calibrating individual sensors, including VOC.

Modifying Span Values

Allows adjustment of calibration gas values for different calibration gases.

Changing Alarm Limits

Covers adjusting high, low, STEL, and TWA alarm thresholds with their associated signals.

Datalogging Configuration

Options to clear data, change period, data type, and memory full settings.

Monitor Setup Adjustments

Includes changing site ID, user ID, alarm modes, and user modes.

Sensor Configuration Options

Covers LEL/VOC gas selection, enabling/disabling sensors, and dilution ratios.

Power Management

Powering Off

Instructions on how to properly turn off the MultiRAE Plus device.

Smart Charging

Explains the charging process for Li-Ion and NiCad batteries and charge time.

Trickle Charging

Describes how the device maintains battery charge after reaching full capacity.

Alkaline Battery Installation

Details the installation of 4 AA alkaline batteries for extended operation.

Rae MultiRAE Plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRae
ModelMultiRAE Plus
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

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