Macurco CX-xx Operation Manual
7.2 Calibration and Test Kits
The following steps must be performed when conducting a calibration verification test
(bump test) to ensure proper performance of the monitor. Failure to do so may
adversely affect product performance.
When performing a calibration verification test (bump test) only use certified
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calibration gas at the required concentration level.
Do not test with expired calibration gas.
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Do not cover or obstruct display or visual alarm cover.
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Ensure sensor inlets are unobstructed and are free of debris
Failure to follow instructions outlined in this user manual can result in sickness or
death.
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When performing a calibration or calibration verification test (bump test) only use certified calibration gas at
the required concentration level. Do not calibrate with expired calibration gas.
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If the instrument cannot be calibrated, do not use until the reason can be determined and corrected.
Do not cover or obstruct display or visual alarm cover.
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Ensure sensor inlets are unobstructed and is free of debris
A Field Calibration Kit, Cal-Kit 2, and two bottles of calibration gas are needed to complete gas test. These are
available through local distribution or from Macurco.
NOTE: CX-xx must be tested or calibrated at regular intervals in accordance with the requirements of the National
Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 720 or local code requirements. It is recommended to test or calibrate CX-xx at
least annually.
Contents of the Cal-Kit 2
Cal-Kit 2
(30-0021-1110-1)
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o
Calibration Case
o Two feet of Tygon tubing
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Cal Hood-Macurco Pack
o 0.2 LPM Gas regulator (M)
Also needed are the following calibration gas bottles (Sold Separately):
Qty 1 CO-200PPM-AL
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Qty 1 NO2-5PPM-AL (70-0714-0531-3) Nitrogen Dioxide NO2 Cal Gas Aluminum Cylinder 34L 5 ppm (F)
Cal-Kit 2 Information
Several detectors can be calibrated with one Cal-Kit. The only limitation is the amount of gas in the cylinder. The 34-
liter cylinder has approximately 170 minutes of continuous calibration run time. The gas cylinder should be replaced
when the pressure gauge on the regulator shows 25-psi or less.
REV – 1.1
WARNING
(70-0714-0531-4)
Carbon Monoxide CO Cal Gas Aluminum Cylinder 34L 200 ppm (F)
[34-2900-0512-0 ]
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