WatchGas UNI Sustainable Single Gas Detector
USER MANUAL
Brand: WatchGas
Website: www.watchgas.eu
Contents
Description
The UNI Sustainable is a single sensor, portable, personal toxic gas monitor. It displays gas concentration continuously on a big segment LCD. It also monitors STEL, TWA, peak and min (for O2 only) value of the gas and can be displayed on demand. High, Low, STEL&TWA alarm threshold values are configurable. The shell is made of high strength, durable material. Two key operation, simple to use. Sensor and battery can be replaced easily. Calibration is also very convenient.
⚠️ Warning
This manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using, maintaining or servicing this product. The product will perform as designed only if it is used, maintained and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
- Never operate the monitor when the cover is removed.
- Remove the monitor cover and battery only in area known as non-hazardous.
- Use only WatchGas lithium battery.
- This instrument has not been tested in an explosive gas/air atmosphere having an oxygen concentration greater than 21%.
- Substitution of components will impair suitability for intrinsic safety.
- Substitution of components will void warranty.
- It is recommended to bump test with a known concentration gas to confirm the instrument is functioning properly before use.
- Before use, ensure that the ESD film on the display is not damaged or peeling.
Proper Disposal
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive (2012/19/EU) is intended to promote recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and their components at end of life. This symbol ?️ (crossed-out wheeled bin) indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment in the EU countries. This product may contain one or more Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), Lithium-ion, or Alkaline batteries. Specific battery information is given in this user guide. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. At the end of its life, this product must undergo separate collection and recycling from general or household waste. Please use the return and collection system available in your country for the disposal of this product.
1. Product Overview
DETECTOR COMPONENTS
The detector has the following components:
- Audible Alarm Port
- LED alarm window
- LCD Display
- Left Key (Confirm/Number increasing)
- Right Key (Power/ Cursor moving)
- Alligator clip
- Sensor
- Vibrator
DISPLAY SYMBOLS
The LCD display can show various symbols:
- 1. Gas name:
- Includes: CO, H2S, SO2, O2, VOC
- 2. Question mark:
- ❓
- 3. OK:
- ✔️
- 4. Gas unit:
- Includes: x10⁻⁶, ppm, %, mg/m³, μmol/mol
- 5. Battery:
- Indicates battery status.
- 6. Alarm indicators:
- HIGH, LOW, STEL, TWA alarm status.
- 7. Span calibration:
- Indicates span calibration mode.
- 8. Zero calibration:
- Indicates zero calibration mode.
- 9. Number:
- Numeric values.
2. Activation
2.1 SWITCH ON
Press and hold the Right Key (➡️
) for 3 seconds, until the LCD displays ( on )
, a buzzer beeps, and the green LED flashes. Then release the button; the unit is powered on.
2.2 WARM UP SEQUENCE
After powering on, the unit enters a warm-up and self-test sequence and shows the firmware version as follows: VER XXXX
.
If the sensor is not able to be identified by the instrument or is not installed into the instrument, then the screen switches between SEN
and Err
. Otherwise, the following values will be shown accordingly:
- High alarm threshold value (e.g.,
200
) - Low alarm threshold value (e.g.,
35
) - STEL (short-term exposure limit) alarm threshold value (e.g.,
100
) - TWA (time-weighted average) alarm threshold value (e.g.,
35
)
3. Mode
3.1. NORMAL MODE
The unit enters normal mode, starts monitoring gas concentration, and displays it on the LCD screen. User can check other values like STEL, TWA, PEAK, and MIN (for O2 only) by pressing the Right Key (➡️
). The unit will return to the real-time reading from any other screen when there's no key action for 60 seconds.
- STEL screen: Displays STEL values.
- TWA screen: Displays TWA values.
- PEAK screen: Displays peak values. Press the Left Key (
⬅️
) to clear the peak value. Press the Left Key (⬅️
) again; the peak value is cleared.
3.1.1 MIN SCREEN (FOR OXYGEN SENSOR ONLY)
Press the Left Key (⬅️
) to clear the minimum value. Press the Left Key (⬅️
) again; the minimum value is cleared. Press the Left Key (⬅️
) again; the minimum value is cleared.
3.1.2 TURN UNIT OFF
In normal display mode, press and hold the Right Key (➡️
). The unit will display a 5-second countdown, LEDs will flash, and the buzzer will beep once per second.
3.2 CONFIG MODE
In Config mode, the user can perform calibration and change parameters for the unit. Generally, use the Left Key (⬅️
) to increase the number or confirm, and use the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor or move to the next programming item.
3.2.1. ENTER CONFIG MODE
Press and hold the Left Key (⬅️
) and the Right Key (➡️
) together for 3 seconds; the unit enters Config mode. The Config mode is password protected; the LCD displays PWB
to prompt for password entry. The screen displays 0000
, with one digit flashing.
To input the password, use the Left Key (⬅️
) to increase the number and the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor. Once all four digits are input, the cursor moves to OK
. Use the Left Key (⬅️
) to finish password input and enter Config mode. If a digit input is mistaken, use the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor between the four digits and the OK
mark to change the input.
WatchGas Sustainable preset password is 0000
.
3.2.2. SENSOR CALIBRATION
Before the unit can monitor gas correctly, it needs to know the metric. This is done by zero calibration and span calibration.
3.2.3 CALIBRATION ADAPTER
A calibration adapter is used to apply gas to the unit during calibration. Before span calibration, attach the Calibration Adapter over the inlet port on the front of the UNI Sustainable by pressing it into place. Open the gas cylinder valve, then press the Left Key (⬅️
) to start the calibration countdown.
After monitoring, remove the Calibration Adapter and complete calibration. Never operate the UNI Sustainable with the Calibration Adapter attached. The UNI Sustainable's sensor operates by diffusion. If the Calibration Adapter is attached during normal operation, inconsistent and lower-than-normal readings will occur because of decreased concentration of the gas being monitored.
Calibration Procedures
3.2.4 ZERO CALIBRATION
Zero calibration sets the baseline for the sensor and is done in fresh air. When the LCD displays ZERO
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to start zero calibration. The unit will start a 15-second countdown. After the countdown finishes, the zero calibration result will be displayed on the LCD: PASS
or FAIL
. If the user does not want to perform zero calibration, during the 15 seconds count, press the Right Key (➡️
); ALRT
will display, and zero calibration is aborted.
3.2.5 SPAN CALIBRATION
Span calibration sets the metric of the sensor to the gas, using a known concentration gas. When the LCD displays SPAN
, apply the known gas to the unit, then press the Left Key (⬅️
) to start span calibration. The unit will start a countdown (normally 60 seconds, depending on the sensor). After the countdown finishes, the span calibration result will be displayed: PASS
or FAIL
. If the user does not want to perform span calibration during countdown, press the Right Key (➡️
); ALRT
will display, and span calibration is aborted.
3.2.6 BUMP TEST
A bump test checks if the sensor and alarm devices are working properly, using a known concentration gas. When the LCD displays BUMP
, apply the known gas to the unit, then press the Left Key (⬅️
) to start the bump test. The unit will start a countdown (normally 45 seconds, depending on the sensor). After the countdown finishes, the bump test result will be displayed on the LCD: PASS
or FAIL
. If the user does not want to perform the bump test during countdown, press the Right Key (➡️
); ALRT
will display, and the bump test is aborted.
Configuration Settings
3.2.7 CHANGE ALARM LIMIT
All preset alarm limits (High, Low, STEL & TWA) can be changed. When the LCD displays the respective limit (e.g., SET HIGH
), press the Left Key (⬅️
) to change the corresponding alarm limit. The value change process is similar: the current setting value is displayed with the first digit flashing (e.g., 0000
). Use the Left Key (⬅️
) to increase the current digit (cycling from 0 to 9). Use the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor to the next digit. After all digits are done, use the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor to the OK
symbol; press the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm the change.
The UNI Sustainable will show Err
if the input data is invalid, such as:
- Low alarm setting is bigger than high alarm setting.
- High alarm setting is smaller than low alarm setting.
- Input data is bigger than the measuring range.
3.2.8 CHANGE BUMP/CAL INTERVAL
The bump and calibration interval can also be changed. When the LCD switches between BUMP INTV
and CAL INTV
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to change the corresponding interval range. The value change process is similar: the current setting value is displayed with the first digit flashing (e.g., 0000
). Use the Left Key (⬅️
) to increase the current digit (cycling from 0 to 9). Use the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor to the next digit. After all digits are done, use the Right Key (➡️
) to move the cursor to the OK
symbol; press the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm the change.
The UNI Sustainable will show Err
if the input data is out of the valid range (0~180 days).
3.2.9 CHANGE SPAN VALUE
The span calibration preset value can also be changed. The change process is similar to changing the alarm limit. However, the new span will not take effect until the user successfully completes a span calibration next time. The UNI Sustainable will show Err
if the input data is invalid, such as:
- Span setting is smaller than 5% of the measuring range or bigger than the measuring range.
- For Oxygen sensor, span setting is bigger than 19.0.
3.2.10 CHANGE DISPLAY UNIT
The UNI Sustainable supports different gas units. To change the gas unit, when the LCD switches between Unit
and SET
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to change the gas unit. The supported units for the current sensor are displayed on the LCD, with the current selected unit blinking. Use the Right Key (➡️
) to change the unit and the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm the selected gas unit.
3.2.11 VIBRATOR ENABLE/DISABLE
The vibrator consumes a lot of power and can be disabled to save battery power and extend battery life. When the LCD switches between Vib
and SET
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to change the vibrator enable/disable status. The current vibrator status is displayed on the LCD, switching between ON
and OFF
if the vibrator is enabled, or switching between ON
and OFF
if the vibrator is disabled. Use the Right Key (➡️
) to change the enable/disable status and the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm the change.
3.2.12. POWER ON ZERO ENABLE/DISABLE
Sensor baseline may change due to environmental factors (temperature, humidity), requiring zero calibration. The Uni Sustainable can perform zero calibration every time the unit is powered on; this feature can be enabled/disabled. When the LCD switches between Pon
and SET
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to go to change the power-on zero calibration enable/disable status. The current enable/disable status is displayed on the LCD. Use the Right Key (➡️
) to change and the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm the change.
3.2.13 FAST POWER ON ENABLE/DISABLE
If fast startup is enabled, the screens showing High/Low/STEL/TWA alarm threshold values will be skipped during the warm-up sequence. When the LCD switches between FAST
and SET
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to change the fast startup enable/disable status. The status is displayed on the LCD, switching between FAST
and ON
if fast startup is enabled, or switching between FAST
and OFF
if fast startup is disabled. Use the Right Key (➡️
) to change the enable/disable status and the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm the change.
3.2.14. RESET CONFIG
If the unit parameters are incorrect and the user does not know how to reset them, the user can use reset config to restore all parameters to factory defaults. When the LCD switches between RST
and CFG
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to enter the config reset menu, then press the Left Key (⬅️
) to confirm config reset.
3.2.15. EXIT CONFIG
When the LCD displays EXIT
, press the Left Key (⬅️
) to exit Config mode and return to normal mode.
4. Maintenance
Caution: Maintenance should be performed only by a qualified person who has proper training and fully understands the contents of the manual.
4.1 REPLACE THE BATTERY
When the battery's charge is low, the LCD displays BAT LOW
; a battery low alarm will be triggered once every minute. User needs to replace the battery. When the battery is dead, the LCD displays BAT DEAD
; a battery dead alarm will be triggered once every second. User needs to replace the battery.
To replace the battery:
- Turn off the UNI Sustainable.
- Place the UNI Sustainable face down on a soft surface.
- Use a T10 Torx screwdriver to loosen each of the four screws by turning them counterclockwise.
- Remove the top cover after carefully unplugging the buzzer connector.
- Slide the battery out of its compartment.
- Place the new battery into the compartment with its
+
end oriented toward the+
on the printed circuit board. - Plug in the buzzer connector and reinstall the top cover.
- Install the screws in the back cover. Be careful not to overtighten the screws.
4.2 REPLACE THE SENSOR FILTER
A “peel-and-stick” filter should be used on the UNI Sustainable to keep debris from fouling the sensor. Sheets of 5 filters are available. When the filter appears dirty, replace it with a new one and dispose of the dirty filter.
- Turn off the UNI Sustainable.
- Place the UNI Sustainable face down on a soft surface.
- Use a T10 Torx screwdriver to loosen each of the four screws by turning them counterclockwise.
- Remove the top cover after carefully unplugging the buzzer connector.
- Peel a filter from the sheet and center it over the sensor. Gently press down.
- Plug in the buzzer connector and reinstall the top cover.
- Install the screws in the back cover. Be careful not to overtighten the screws.
4.3 REPLACE THE SENSOR
The UNI Sustainable models are designed so that you can easily change the sensor.
- Turn off the unit.
- Place the UNI Sustainable face down on a soft surface.
- Use a T10 Torx screwdriver to loosen each of the four screws by turning them counterclockwise.
- Remove the top cover after carefully unplugging the buzzer connector.
- Replace the old sensor with a new one. Make sure the pins are not bent or corroded. Align the pins to the corresponding holes and push the sensor straight in. The sensor should fit flush against the printed circuit board.
- Plug in the buzzer connector and reinstall the top cover.
- Install the screws in the back cover. Be careful not to overtighten the screws.
Warning: Sensors are not interchangeable. Use only WatchGas sensors, and use only the sensor type specified for your UNI Sustainable monitor. Use of non-WatchGas components will void the warranty and can compromise the safe performance of this product.
Maintenance Diagram Description
The diagram illustrates the internal components of the UNI Sustainable. It shows the back of the unit with screws to be removed. It then shows the top cover removed, revealing the buzzer connector. The internal view shows the sensor, the sensor filter, and the battery compartment. Arrows indicate the location and orientation for replacing the sensor, the sensor filter, and the battery (with +
and -
terminals).
Caution: Change battery only in an area known to be non-hazardous. Use only WatchGas battery.
5. Alarm Signal Summary
- OVER / 500 Alarm: Buzzer: 3 beeps per second, LED: 3 flashes per second, Vibration: 1 per second. The display shows
OVER
or500
with 1 flash per second. - HIGH ALARM: Buzzer: 3 beeps per second, LED: 3 flashes per second, Vibration: 1 per second. The display shows
HIGH
with 2 flashes per second. - LOW ALARM: Buzzer: 2 beeps per second, LED: 2 flashes per second, Vibration: 1 per second. The display shows
LOW
with 2 flashes per second. - STEL ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per second, LED: 1 flash per second, Vibration: 1 per second. The display shows
STEL
with 2 flashes per second. - TWA ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per second, LED: 1 flash per second, Vibration: 1 per second. The display shows
TWA
with 2 flashes per second. - NEGATIVE DRIFT ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per second, LED: 1 flash per second, Vibration: 1 per second.
- BUMP OVER DUE ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per minute, LED: 1 flash per minute, Vibration: 1 per minute.
- CAL OVER DUE ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per minute, LED: 1 flash per minute, Vibration: 1 per minute.
- EMPTY BATTERY ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per minute, LED: 1 flash per minute, Vibration: 1 per minute, and Battery icon: 1 flash per minute.
- SENSOR ERROR: Buzzer: 1 beep per second, LED: 1 flash per second. The display shows
SEN Err
with 1 flash per second. - BATTERY LOW ALARM: Buzzer: 1 beep per second, LED: 1 flash per second. The display shows
bAT LoW
with 1 flash per second.
6. Trouble shooting
Problem | Possible reason | Solution |
---|---|---|
Can not turn on unit | Battery not installed Depleted or defective battery |
Install battery Replace battery |
Reading abnormally low | Calibration Adapter is attached. Incorrect calibration. |
Remove Calibration Adapter Calibrate the UNI Sustainable |
Buzzer, LED, or vibration alarm inoperative | Bad buzzer, LEDs, or vibration alarm. Blocked alarm port |
Call authorized service center Unblock alarm port |
7. Specifications
Detector Specification | Value |
---|---|
Size | 88 (W) x 62 (H) x 33 (D) mm (3.66 x 2.44 x 1.3 in) |
Weight | 125 g (4.4 oz) |
Sensor technology | 31 electrochemical sensor options |
Temperature | -20°C to 50°C (-4 to 122°F) |
Humidity | 5% ~ 95% RH (Non-condensing) |
Alarm type | High alarm, Low alarm, STEL alarm, TWA alarm, adjustable. Over range alarm, Battery low alarm, Bumptest and calibration due notification |
Alarm signal | Acoustic: 95dB @ 30cm Visual: 6 bright red LEDs Vibration alarm |
Display | LCD Display |
Calibration | 2-point calibration, zero and span. Power-on zero calibration with user confirmation. |
Event log | Up to 50 alarm events |
Battery | Replaceable 3.6V AA Lithium battery for 3 years of operation |
Measurement | Diffusion |
Housing | Polycarbonate and rubber |
Response time t90 | 15 sec (CO/H2S/O2) Others gases vary (technical note 4: Sensor Technical Data Summaries) |
Accuracy deviation | 2-3% |
IP-Rating | IP68 |
EMI/RFI | Compliant with EMC 2014/30/EU |
Safety certifications | UL: Class I, Div 1, Group A, B, C, D Class II, Div 1, Group E, F, G Class III, Div 1 T4, -20° C ≤ Tamb ≤ +50° C ATEX: II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga IECEX: Ex ia IIC T4 Ga CE: Conformité Européenne |
Sensor Life | CO/H2S: 5 years Other sensors: 1 to 2 years as per warranty |
Warranty | 2 years for UNI Sustainable with O2, H2S,CO, SO2, HCN, NO, NO2 or PH₃ sensor 1 year for UNI Sustainable with other sensors |
Sensor Specifications
Model | Detectable Gas Ranges | Resolution | Article Number | |||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CO Carbon Monoxide |
0 - 500 ppm 0 - 1000 ppm 0 - 2000 ppm |
915 mg/m³ 1829 mg/m³ 3658 mg/m³ |
1 ppm 1 ppm 1 ppm |
2 mg/m³ 2 mg/m³ 2 mg/m³ |
M001-0002-W00 M001-0023-W00 M001-0026-W00 |
|
H₂S Hydrogen Sulfide |
0 - 50 ppm 0 - 100 ppm 0 - 200 ppm |
71 mg/m³ 142 mg/m³ 284 mg/m³ |
0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm |
0.1 mg/m³ 0.1 mg/m³ 0.1 mg/m³ |
M001-0003-W00 M001-0054-W00 M001-0057-W00 |
|
O₂ Oxygen |
0 - 1000 ppm 0 - 25 %vol 0 - 30 %vol |
1418 mg/m³ |
1 ppm 0.1 %vol 0.1 %vol |
1 mg/m³ |
0.1 %vol 0.1 %vol |
M001-0060-W00 M001-0032-W00 M001-0001-W00 |
SO₂ Sulfur Dioxide |
0 - 20 ppm 0 - 100 ppm |
53 mg/m³ 266 mg/m³ |
0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm |
0.3 mg/m³ 0.3 mg/m³ |
M001-0007-W00 M001-0091-W00 |
|
Cl₂ Chlorine |
0 - 50 ppm | 147 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.3 mg/m³ | M001-0004-W00 | |
NO Nitric Oxide |
0 - 250 ppm | 312 mg/m³ | 1 ppm | 1 mg/m³ | M001-0015-W00 | |
NO₂ Nitrogen Dioxide |
0 - 20 ppm | 38 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.2 mg/m³ | M001-0011-W00 | |
H₂ Hydrogen |
0 - 1000 ppm 0 - 2000 ppm |
83 mg/m³ 166 mg/m³ |
1 ppm 1 ppm |
0.1 mg/m³ 0.1 mg/m³ |
M001-0018-W00 M001-0019-W00 |
|
PH₃ Phosphine |
0 - 20 ppm | 28 mg/m³ | 0.01 ppm | 0.01 mg/m³ | M001-0016-W00 | |
ETO Ethylene Oxide |
0 - 100 ppm 0 - 200 ppm |
183 mg/m³ 367 mg/m³ |
0.1 ppm 0.1 ppm |
0.2 mg/m³ 0.2 mg/m³ |
M001-0012-W00 M001-0069-W00 |
|
NH₃ Ammonia |
0 - 100 ppm 0 - 500 ppm |
71 mg/m³ 353 mg/m³ |
1 ppm 1 ppm |
1 mg/m³ 1 mg/m³ |
M001-0006-W00 M001-0090-W00 |
|
ClO₂ Chlorine Dioxide |
0 - 1 ppm | 3 mg/m³ | 0.01 ppm | 0.03 mg/m³ | M001-0072-W00 | |
O₃ Ozone |
0 - 5 ppm | 10 mg/m³ | 0.01 ppm | 0.02 mg/m³ | M001-0009-W00 | |
HF Hydrogen Fluoride |
0 - 20 ppm | 17 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.1 mg/m³ | M001-0014-W00 | |
HCl Hydrogen Chloride |
0 - 15 ppm | 23 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.2 mg/m³ | M001-0008-W00 | |
HCN Hydrogen Cyanide |
0 - 100 ppm | 112 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 1 mg/m³ | M001-0005-W00 | |
CH₃SH Methyl Mercaptan |
0 - 10 ppm | 20 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.2 mg/m³ | M001-0077-W00 | |
THT Tetrahydrothiophene |
0 - 40 ppm | 144 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.4 mg/m³ | M001-0085-W00 | |
C₂H₄O Acetaldehyde |
0 - 20 ppm | 37 mg/m³ | 0.1 ppm | 0.2 mg/m³ | M001-0080-W00 | |
AsH₃ Arsine |
0 - 1ppm | 3.24 mg/m³ | 0.01 ppm | 0.03 mg/m³ | M001-0092-W00 | |
COCl₂ Phosgene |
0 - 1ppm | 4.11 mg/m³ | 0.01 ppm | 0.04 mg/m³ | M001-0020-W00 |
8. Limited Warranty
WATCHGAS warrants this product to be free of defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service for two years from the date of purchase from the manufacturer or from the product's authorized reseller.
The manufacturer is not liable (under this warranty) if its testing and examination disclose that the alleged defect in the product does not exist or was caused by the purchaser's (or any third party's) misuse, neglect, or improper installation, testing, or calibrations. Any unauthorized attempt to repair or modify the product, or any other cause of damage beyond the range of the intended use, including damage by fire, lightning, water damage or other hazard, voids liability of the manufacturer.
In the event that a product should fail to perform up to manufacturer specifications during the applicable warranty period, please contact the product's authorized reseller or WATCHGAS service center at +31 (0)85 01 87 709 for repair/return information.
WatchGas B.V. Contact Information:
Klaverbaan 121
2908 KD Capelle aan den IJssel
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 (0)85 01 87 709
Email: info@watchgas.eu
Website: www.watchgas.eu
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