Honeywell BW RigRat Quick Start Guide

User Interface

Functions are controlled via the front-panel button. The display shows information such as monitored threats, real-time readings and measurement units, alarm type (when in alarm, including calibration overdue), battery status, datalog (if on), and radio and connection quality (if available).

The instrument's user interface features a front-panel button for control. The display shows real-time data including monitored threats, units, alarm status, battery level, datalog status, and radio/connection quality. Key physical components visible are: Button, Display, Noise Sensor, Antenna, Handle, Alarm LED (multiple), Buzzer, Gas Inlet, AC Charge Port, IS Charge Port, and External Connection Ports. This depiction is for a pumped version.

Charging The Instrument

Always fully charge the battery before use. In safe settings, use the AC Charge input with the included power adapter. Align the connector and plug, then press in and turn the ring until it clicks.

Ensure the charger is firmly attached. Connect the AC Adapter's plug to the charger, and plug its transformer into an AC outlet. For intrinsically safe charging via a SolarPak or Hazardous Area Charger, connect to the IS Charge input. While charging, the 'battery' icon along the top of the screen animates. When fully charged, the icon shows a full battery and does not animate. Consult the User's Guide for more details on charging.

Turning The Instrument On/Off

Turning On

With the instrument off, press and hold the button through the countdown until the audible alarm stops, then release. During startup, it tests the battery, buzzer, vibration alarm, LEDs, and internal functions. The main reading screen is then shown.

Note: During a pumped BW RigRat's startup, startup pauses and the display instructs you to place your finger over the pump inlet to test the pump.

Turning Off

Press and hold the button for the 3-second countdown to shutoff. When the countdown ends, release your finger from the button. The instrument is now off.

Bump Test

1. In Operation Mode, hold the button for 3 seconds at the "Bump Due" screen to start a bump test. Follow onscreen instructions.
2. The audible and visible alarms are tested.
3. Hold the button for 3 seconds to acknowledge.
4. Attach test gas. For a pumped model, connect a hose from the gas source to the filter inlet. For a diffusion model, press the calibration cap into place over the sensors and then connect gas.
5. Start the test gas flow.
6. When the bump test is complete, the display shows bump test results.
7. Click the button to end.
8. Turn gas off.
9. After bump testing is complete, the screen displays when the next bump testing is due and automatically progresses to the main display screen.

Calibration

1. At the main screen, hold the button through the two 3-2-1 countdowns (“Powering Off” and “Entering Menu”) and then release it.
2. Supply the password.
3. Hold the button to select "Start Calibration."
4. If prompted, attach zeroing gas. For a pumped model, connect a hose from the gas source to the filter inlet. For a diffusion model, press the diffusion cap into place over the sensors and then connect to a gas source.
5. Start the gas flow.
6. After zeroing is complete, follow instructions for applying gas to the sensors. Connect calibration gas in the same manner as with zeroing gas.
7. After all calibrations are done, the screen displays when the next calibrations are due. It then automatically progresses to the main display screen.

BW RigRat Basic Navigation

With the instrument on, navigate informational screens and perform bump testing by either clicking or pressing and holding the button. Follow onscreen instructions. Some screens shown are optional. More details are covered in the User's Guide. Note: Calibration is reached from the main screen (refer to the procedure above).

The BW RigRat basic navigation diagram outlines menu access via button clicks and holds. From the 'Main Display', a click leads to 'Readings' (TWA, STEL, Peak, Reset) or other summaries like 'Network', 'Calibration', 'Sensor', 'Gas Info', 'Wi-Fi', 'GPS', 'PID', 'LEL', and alarm settings. Holding the button accesses deeper menus for detailed configuration of network, sensor, and alarm parameters. Specific navigation paths include options for 'Closed Loop Network', 'Mesh Network', 'PAN ID', 'Channel', 'EUI ID', 'BLE Pairing', 'Bump Test Codes', 'Calibration Result', 'Sensor Environment', 'Sensor Summary', 'Wind Speed', 'Wind Direction', 'Temperature', 'Humidity', '4-20mA', 'Wi-Fi Status', 'SSID', 'MAC', 'Server IP', 'Server Port', 'Interval', 'IP Address', 'GPS Satellite Count', 'Longitude', 'Latitude', 'Correction', and various alarm settings.

Important!

• If the mesh radio is to be used, attach the antenna by screwing it onto its base.
• Protect sensors on a diffusion model by pressing the protective rain cover into place.
• Protect power and other ports by covering them with their caps when they are not in use.

Download The Device Configurator Mobile App

The Honeywell Device Configurator Mobile App for mobile devices provides easy control over the BW RigRat's settings and functions. After pairing the BW RigRat with your mobile device, you can change settings, manage firmware updates, examine datalogs, upload configuration data, and more.

Download the free Device Configurator Mobility App. Then follow the instructions.

Available on: Google Play and App Store.

Contact Information

Honeywell

Hatchpond House, 4 Stinsford Rd

Poole, Dorset BH17 0RZ, UK

Phone: +44 1202676161

Fax: +44 (0)1202 645555

Email: gasdetection@honeywell.com

Website: www.honeywellanalytics.com

Download The User's Guide

The free BW RigRat User's Guide is the complete manual for operating and maintaining the instrument. It must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using, maintaining, or servicing the product.

Download the BW Rigrat User's Guide and other resources here: https://www.honeywellanalytics.com/en/products/bw-rig-rat