User Manual

ImpactXtreme Operator’s Manual 8 March 2013
Introduction
About the ImpactXtreme Portable Gas Detector
The ImpactXtreme (‘the detector’) is a compact, portable gas detector that is carried or worn. It
continuously monitors the atmosphere for hazardous levels of up to six gases. Audible, visible
and vibrating alarms alert you to danger when potentially hazardous gases are detected.
The detector is supplied with a replaceable cartridge containing up to six gas sensors for
detecting oxygen enrichment and deficiency; flammable gases up to the Lower Explosive Limit
(LEL); and toxic gases.
Various sensor technologies are used, including:
1) electrochemical, to detect oxygen and toxic gases;
2) catalytic combustion, to detect flammable gases; and
3) infrared, to detect flammable and carbon dioxide gases.
Wireless Model
The ImpactXtreme may be factory-configured as a wireless- and GPS-ready device. The
ImpactXtreme Wireless model uses Wi-Fi technology based on IEEE 802.11 standards to connect
with, and exchange data wirelessly over, a computer network.
Intended use
The ImpactXtreme is intended to alert you to potentially hazardous gases which you may
encounter while performing normal duties. Therefore, you must activate the detector and wear
it as close as possible to your breathing area. Several accessories allow you to wear the detector
in different ways, such as:
1) On the chest
2) On a belt
3) Attached to a body harness
Confined Spaces
Accessories are available to help you comply safely with confined space regulations. Contact BW
Technologies by Honeywell or an authorized distributor for more information.
About this Manual
The ImpactXtreme Operator Manual provides basic information to activate, operate and
maintain the ImpactXtreme gas detector standard and wireless models. Unless otherwise
indicated, features and procedures described in this manual apply to both models.
Information in this manual is based on an ImpactXtreme detector equipped with a disposable,
six-gas sensor cartridge. Disregard references to sensors not fitted in your detector.
For complete operating instructions, refer to the ImpactXtreme Technical Reference Guide.
Ensure that you read and understand the instructions in this manual BEFORE installing or
operating any part of the equipment.