The manual provides operation, calibration, maintenance, safety warnings and troubleshooting for the RKI Instruments 01 Series gas monitor.
The 01 Series is a personal single‑gas monitor that detects carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide or oxygen and is designed for use in hazardous environments such as sewage plants, tunnels and mines. Its compact, microprocessor‑controlled design includes an LCD, audible and vibration alarms, and intrinsic‑safety certification.
This Operator’s Manual covers setup, start‑up, measurement modes, alarm configuration, calibration procedures, battery and sensor replacement, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure safe and reliable performance of the device.
| Detection Range (CO‑01) | 0 to 500 ppm |
|---|---|
| Detection Principle (CO‑01) | Electro Chemical |
| Alarm Low Point (CO‑01) | 25 ppm |
| Power Supply | Two AAA size Alkaline Batteries (Duracell MN2400, PC2400, Energizer E92, EN92) |
| Operating Temperature | Down to -40 °C (HS‑01S) |
| Continuous Operating Hours (25 °C) | Over 3,000 Hours, No Alarms or Backlighting |
Typical calibration frequencies for most applications are between 1 and 3 months, but can be required more often or less often based on your usage.
It uses two AAA size alkaline batteries, such as Duracell MN2400 or PC2400, or Energizer E92 or EN92.
The device is CSA classified, “C/US”, as intrinsically safe and meets Exia Class I, Groups A, B, C, & D requirements.