Page 2 - IMPORTANT! BUMP TEST THE MONITOR; Product Registration
IMPORTANT! BUMP TEST THE MONITOR Prior to use, every gas detection monitor should be bump tested to confirm the response of all sensors and activation of all alarms by exposing the monitor to a concentration of target gas that exceeds the low alarm set point. A bump test is also recommended if the m...
Page 3 - Contents
BW RigRat User’s Guide Contents 1. Standard Contents .................................................................................................... 10 2. General Information ................................................................................................... 11 Certification ......
Page 5 - WARNINGS; SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE
BW RigRat User’s Guide 5 WARNINGS This Manual must be carefully read by all individuals who hav e 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 manufac turer’s...
Page 7 - FCC Compliance Statement:
BW RigRat User’s Guide 7 FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may ...
Page 9 - Proper Product Disposal At End Of Life; Make Sure Firmware Is Up To Date
BW RigRat User’s Guide 9 Proper Product Disposal At End Of Life EU Directive 2012/19/EU: Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as general industrial or domestic waste. This product should be disposed of through suitable WEEE d...
Page 10 - Item
BW RigRat User’s Guide 10 1. Standard Contents The RigRat is available in various user-specified configurations, each with the accessories shown below. In addition to the instrument, the following are included: Item Part Number AC adapter W03-3044-000 LCD Cov er W03-2129-000 Diffusion calibration ca...
Page 11 - Certification
BW RigRat User’s Guide 11 2. General Information Certification Ex ia II C/ II B T4 Ga Ex da ia II C/ II B T4 Ga Ex db ia II C/ II B T4 Gb II 1G Ex ia Ⅱ C/ Ⅱ B T4 G II 1G Ex da ia Ⅱ C/ Ⅱ B T4 Ga II 2G Ex db ia Ⅱ C/ Ⅱ B T4 Gb Refer to following contents to find more information about Ex marking and pe...
Page 12 - Wireless module Configuration
BW RigRat User’s Guide 12 Wireless module Configuration Depending on the configuration, the RigRat may provide GPS, GNSS, Mesh, WIFI, BLE, LoRa, and/or NB-IoT wireless communication, the possible configurations are shown in this table: Designator on PCB U19 J7 J9 J8 BLE ● either WIFI or NB-IoT ● eit...
Page 13 - Electrical parameters
BW RigRat User’s Guide 13 For possible sensor installation, refer to thhis table: Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3 Slot 4 Slot 5 Slot 6 MIPEX NDIR Sensor ● Dynament NDIR Sensor ● ● ● PID Sensor ● LEL Sensor ● EC Sensor ● ● ● ● ● ● Sensor locations EC Sensor: Max.5pcs MIPEX NDIR Sensor: Max.1pc PID Sensor: Max.1...
Page 14 - Type
BW RigRat User’s Guide 14 1. The first digit designates the Diffusion/Pump version. The following table details the Diffusion/pump version together with ambient temperatures. Type Version Ambient Temperature ( ℃ ) BWRR100 D-b-c Diffusion v ersion (without pump) -40 to+60 BWRR100 P-b-c Pump version -...
Page 15 - Key Features
BW RigRat User’s Guide 15 2. The second digit designates the configuration of sensors with regard to PID, Dynament NDIR, and LEL sensor. The following table details the sensor configurations together with their Ex markings and ambient temperatures: Type Sensor Configuration Ex Marking Ambient Temper...
Page 16 - Display Overview
BW RigRat User’s Guide 16 3. User Interface The user interface consists of the display, LEDs, an alarm buzzer, and one multi-function button. Display Overview The backlit display provides visual feedback that includes the sensor types, readings, battery condition, and other functions. 3.1.1. Status ...
Page 18 - Top
BW RigRat User’s Guide 18 3.1.2. Icon Arrangement Status and other information i cons are shown at different places on the screen: The top, the “body” (main display), and bottom. Here is how they are organized and located on the screen: Top Icon Explanation Battery Alarm Battery Level Bluetooth GPS ...
Page 19 - Body
BW RigRat User’s Guide 19 Body Icon Explanation Battery Alarm Low Battery Bump Test Inert Mode Mobile Network Peak Positive Pump Status STEL Stop Test Detect Test Fail Gas Not Detected During Test Test Positive Test Warning TWA Waiting For Operation To Complete (animated) Warning! Correction Factor ...
Page 21 - Front View
BW RigRat User’s Guide 21 3.1.3. Design & Interface The RigRat ’s functions are controlled via the front-panel multi-function button. The display shows information such as monitored threats, real-time readings and measurement units, alarm type (when in alarm, including cal. overdue), battery sta...
Page 22 - Screen Display For Various Numbers Of Active
BW RigRat User’s Guide 22 3.1.4. Rain Protector (Optional) The optional Rain Protector (P/N: W03-2038-000) presses into place over the sensor compartment. It protects the sensors from rain and large debris. It easily pulls off when you need to access the sensor compartment. Screen Display For Variou...
Page 23 - Info
BW RigRat User’s Guide 23 Info The info screens are easy to step through by pressing the button once to advance from one to the next. Hold the button down for secondary actions. Note: In most cases, if no buttons are pressed at any of the menu steps for 60 seconds, the instrument reverts to the main...
Page 26 - Network Mode
BW RigRat User’s Guide 26 4.1.3. Connect To Radiant Reader Set RigRat instruments ’ mesh wireless Network Mode to STD or RTR by using the Device Configurator app. Set RigRat PAN ID/Channel to be the same as those in Radiant Reader. The RigRat now joins the network and can show information on P...
Page 27 - BLE Pairing; Device List
BW RigRat User’s Guide 27 5. BLE The RigRat is always equipped with a BLE module, it is easy to use the app on a smartphone or tablet to perform setup functions. BLE Pairing Follow the device pairing instructions in Device Configurator. You will need to have the RigRat on and showing the BLE Pairing...
Page 28 - Broken BLE Connection; Secure Wireless Access Point Configuration
BW RigRat User’s Guide 28 Broken BLE Connection Sometimes a BLE connection can be disconnected. This can occur if there is too much interference, or if the smartphone running the monitoring app is turned off or goes out of BLE range. When this happens, the Mobile Connection icon is not shown on the ...
Page 29 - Mac Address; Security Key
BW RigRat User’s Guide 29 5.3.2 Setting Wi-Fi Communication Parameters in Device Configurator app Wi-Fi- equipped instruments’ parameters for communication must be set in Device Configurator app. Wi-Fi You can enable or disable Wi-Fi. Mac Address Select “Use Static IP Address” if you have a static I...
Page 30 - Security Type; Strong Password Tips; SSID; Test The Wi-Fi Operation
BW RigRat User’s Guide 30 Here are characteristics of the different types, their relative security strength, and the number of characters needed in the key: Security Type Security Rank Number of Characters WEP (Wired Equivalent Protocol) Basic 40/64-bit (10 characters) 128-bit (26 characters) WPA Pe...
Page 31 - Secure Wireless Communication
BW RigRat User’s Guide 31 Secure Wireless Communication Secure communication between a RigRat and the server via Mesh or Wi-Fi connection or mesh closed-loop connection can be configured with the Device Configurator app in the General Settings Mesh Security page. It can be configured to enable or di...
Page 32 - Charging Ports
BW RigRat User’s Guide 32 6. Battery Charging Always fully charge the battery before using the RigRat. Its Li-ion batteries are charged by connecting the instrument to its charger (P/N: W03-3044-000) and then plugging the charger into an AC power source. In safe settings, use the AC Charge input wit...
Page 33 - Intrinsically Safe Runtime Extension For Hazardous Areas
BW RigRat User’s Guide 33 WARNING! Do not charge the RigRat with the AC charger in a hazardous area! Always charge the RigRat with the AC charger in a safe area. AC CHG SAFE AREA PIN 1 VDD Charger port, positive, input, rated 5.7VDC/3A PIN 2 Reserv ed HW Reset PIN 3 CHG_STA Charging status indicate,...
Page 34 - Intrinsically safe barrier terminals in use
BW RigRat User’s Guide 34 Intrinsically safe barrier terminals in use IS Barrier Terminal A - Safe area, power negative input Terminal B + Safe area, power positive input, rated 110~230VAC Terminal H - To hazardous area, negative output Terminal L + To hazardous area, positive output, max 23.5V/1.15...
Page 35 - WARNING
BW RigRat User’s Guide 35 + IS barrier output, positive - IS barrier output, negative NC Not connect 6.1.3. Cover Ports When Not In Use Whenever a port is not in use, make sure the port is covered. This keeps the contacts clean and prev ents inadvertent short-circuiting. Finger-tighten the cov ers, ...
Page 36 - Battery States; Battery low
BW RigRat User’s Guide 36 Battery States The battery icon on the display shows how much charge is in the battery and alerts you to any charging problems. Battery low ≥10% ≥50% ≥80% When the battery power is critically low, the instrument displays a warning that it will be shutting off: The instrumen...
Page 37 - Serial (Not Intended To Be Used In Explosive Atmospheres); Pins
BW RigRat User’s Guide 37 7. Wired Communication The RigRat has three ports for external communication. They are labeled: Serial ( not intended to be used in explosiv e atmospheres ) Switch 4-20mA IN Serial (Not Intended To Be Used In Explosive Atmospheres) The Serial port is designed to be th...
Page 38 - Switch; PhotoMOS relay output switch parameters
BW RigRat User’s Guide 38 Switch RigRat supports three separate SPST PhotoMOS relay output switch connections for applications where other equipment needs to be controlled (lights, sirens, etc.). Relay Definitions: Relay 1 Any gas sensor failed, or STEL/TWA/+OL/-OL alarms Relay 2 Any high alarms Rel...
Page 41 - Cover Communication Ports When Not In Use; External Filter; Filter
BW RigRat User’s Guide 41 For hazardous applications, the following must be met: Uo ≤ Ui Io ≤ Ii Po ≤ Pi Co ≥ Ci + Ct Lo ≥ Li + Lt Uo/Io/Po/Co/Lo are IS barrier output parameters; Ui/Ii/Pi/Ci/Li are RigRat input parameters; Ct/Lt are extension cable additional parameters. RigRat switch port IS param...
Page 45 - Turning The RigRat On
BW RigRat User’s Guide 45 9. Turning The RigRat On And Off Turning The RigRat On With the instrument turned off, press and hold the button until LCD display starts a countdown, and then release. During startup, the battery, buzzer, and LEDs are tested, and then it performs self-testing of its other ...
Page 46 - Turning The RigRat Off
BW RigRat User’s Guide 46 During startup, sensors and functions are checked. Also, if sensors are ov erdue for a bump test or calibration, either or both of these screens will be displayed to alert you: Note: If you do not click the button to acknowledge being informed of overdue tests, the instrume...
Page 47 - Testing Alarm Indicators; Bump Status
BW RigRat User’s Guide 47 Testing Alarm Indicators Under normal-operation mode and non-alarm conditions, the backlight can be tested by turning the instrument on. If you perform a bump test, the buzzers and LEDs are tested. IMPORTANT! If any alarm does not respond, check alarm settings to make sure ...
Page 48 - Operation Mode; Menu Mode; Start Calibration
BW RigRat User’s Guide 48 10. Modes of Operation The RigRat has three modes, Operation Mode, Menu Mode, and Diagnostic Mode. Operation Mode Menus in Operation Mode are easy to step through by pressing the button. Note: There is only one button. Note: There are two types of button presses: Short pres...
Page 49 - Diagnostic Mode
BW RigRat User’s Guide 49 10.2.2. Exiting Menu Mode There are two ways to exit Menu Mode: If you do not press a button, after 20 seconds it will revert to the main screen. Press the button until you reach “Exit.” Diagnostic Mode In Diagnostic Mode, the RigRat provides information about the instr...
Page 50 - Exit Diagnostic Mode
BW RigRat User’s Guide 50 Exit Diagnostic Mode In Diagnostic Mode, press the button to navigate to the following screen. If you hold the button now, the screen displays “OFF”. Release the button. The instrument is now off. Note: Keep holding the button down at this screen for 10 seconds. The RigRat ...
Page 51 - Using Device Configurator; Android; Security Mode
BW RigRat User’s Guide 51 11. Programming Using Device Configurator The Honeywell Device Configurator Mobile App for mobile devices provides easy control ov er the BW RigRat’s settings and functions. After pairing the BW RigRat with your mobile device, change settings, manage firmware updates, exami...
Page 52 - Bump Testing And Calibration; Diffusion
BW RigRat User’s Guide 52 12. Calibration And Testing Bump Testing And Calibration To ensure greatest accuracy and safety, only bump test and calibrate in a fresh air environment. The monitor should be calibrated every time it does not pass a bump test, but no less frequently than ev ery six months,...
Page 54 - Calibration
BW RigRat User’s Guide 54 If the Audio-Visual test fails or some sensors fail their bump test, the display will show results like this: Important! Gas must be applied only after RigRat shows “Apply test gas now.” Otherwise, the bump test will fail. Important! If one or more sensors fails a bump test...
Page 55 - Cleaning; Description
BW RigRat User’s Guide 55 13. Maintenance The RigRat requires little maintenance, aside from replacing sensors and filters. Maintenance and service shall only be performed by trained personnel and following the Honeywell guidelines provided in Honeywell training programs. IMPORTANT! Honeywell cannot...
Page 56 - Removing Sensors
BW RigRat User’s Guide 56 Removing Sensors WARNING! Do not replace sensors in hazardous locations. All sensors are located inside the sensor compartment on the rear of the instrument. To access the sensors: 1. Turn off the instrument. 2. Remove the four screws that hold the sensor cov er. 3. Lift of...
Page 57 - Replacing Sensors; Battery Replacement
BW RigRat User’s Guide 57 Replacing Sensors 1. Gently lift out the desired sensor module with your fingers. If it is seated v ery tightly in the socket, do not pull it with heav y force. Gently rock it slightly back and forth while lifting. 2. Install the replacement sensor. It can only go into its ...
Page 58 - Replacing The Pump
BW RigRat User’s Guide 58 Replacing The Pump If the pump requires replacement, follow this procedure. The pump assembly part number is P/N: W03-3016-000. 1. Turn off the RigRat. 2. Remove the four screws that hold the sensor compartment cover. 3. Lift off the sensor compartment cover and turn it ove...
Page 59 - Gas inlet and outlet
BW RigRat User’s Guide 59 6. Remove the pressure sensor block by pulling it away from the pump. 7. Attach the pressure sensor block to the new pump by pressing it into place. 8. Install the pump assembly. Note the two inlets to the inlet and outlet for the pump, which require tilting the pump assemb...
Page 62 - Alarm Signals; Alarm Signal Summary
BW RigRat User’s Guide 62 15. Alarms Overview The RigRat provides audible and visible alarm notification system, plus it combines local alarms on the device with real-time remote wireless alarm notification to enhance worker safety. Local alarms include audible buzzer alarm, visible alarm via bright...
Page 63 - Manual Alarms Test
BW RigRat User’s Guide 63 Type Red LED Yellow LED Green LED Buzzer LCD Display Reading Notes threshold is temperature compsensated under 0 deg Battery low 1 beeps/s Battery low icon Warm up 1 beeps/s "Sensor warming up" screen Cal Fail Reverse IntelliFlash Confidence beep Cal error icon at b...
Page 65 - Problem
BW RigRat User’s Guide 65 16. Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reasons & Solutions Cannot connect to Device Configurator Reasons: Bluetooth not open. Password error. Old version of Device Configurator. Solutions: Enable Bluetooth in the mobile phone. Contact authorized service center. Update Dev...
Page 67 - Feature
BW RigRat User’s Guide 67 17. Editing Features Some features can be turned on or off or edited directly on the RigRat, some can only be accessed through the Device Configurator app, and some can be accessed and changed through both. This table shows where features can be accessed. Feature RigRat Dev...
Page 68 - Error Codes
BW RigRat User’s Guide 68 Feature RigRat Device Configurator Set Server IP Address Set Server Port Set Network Security On/Off Set Network Security Keys Security Mode Noise Sensor On/Off Get gas library information Get/Set custom gas list Get/Set password Get/Set secure level Set p...
Page 75 - Parameter
BW RigRat User’s Guide 75 Sensor Parameters Edit Range Parameter Unit Minimum Maximum Default CO Span ppm 1 500 50 CO Range ppm 1 1000 N/A CO Low ppm 1 1000 35 CO High ppm 1 1000 200 CO STEL ppm 1 1000 100 CO TWA ppm 1 1000 35 H 2 S Span ppm 1 100 10 H 2 S Range ppm 1 100 N/A H 2 S Low ppm 1 100 10 ...
Page 76 - For more information; Americas
For more information www.honeywellanalytics.com Imported into EU by: Rev. A March 2020 P/N W03-4001-000 Europe, Middle East, Africa Life Safety Distribution GmbH Tel: 00800 333 222 44 (Freephone number) Tel: +41 44 943 4380 (Alternative number) Fax: 00800 333 222 55 Middle East Tel: +971 4 450 5800 ...