G7 EXO

Technical User Manual

CONTENTS

1 OVERVIEW...............................................................................................1 7 GAS DETECTION ........................................................................21

1.1 G7 EXO.........................................................................................................1 7.1 Bump test................................................................................................ 21
1.2 Blackline Safety Network...................................................................1 7.2 Calibration..............................................................................................22
1.3 Blackline Live web portal..................................................................1 7.3 Zeroing sensors....................................................................................23
1.4 Gas inlet modules..................................................................................2 7.4 LEL sensor precautions....................................................................24
1.5 Connection modules...........................................................................2 7.5 PID target gases...................................................................................24
1.6 In the box...................................................................................................3
1.7 Hardware details....................................................................................3 8 CARTRIDGES..................................................................................... 25
8.1 Cartridge options...............................................................................25
2 SETUP............................................................................................................6 8.2 Changing cartridges.........................................................................25
2.1 Location......................................................................................................6 8.3 Cartridge care.......................................................................................26
2.2 Placement..................................................................................................6 8.4 Sensors in cold weather..................................................................26
2.3 Mounting...................................................................................................6
2.4 Setup wizard.............................................................................................7 9 GAS INLETS ....................................................................................... 26
2.5 Connectivity light..................................................................................7 9.1 Manual calibration inlet..................................................................26
9.2 Pump inlets............................................................................................ 27
3 USER INTERFACE ..........................................................................9 9.3 Gas sampling......................................................................................... 27
3.1 Buttons....................................................................................................... 9 9.4 Pump blocked alarm........................................................................ 27
3.2 Screen overview.................................................................................... 9
3.3 Battery....................................................................................................... 11 10 ELECTRICAL PORTS................................................................ 28
3.4 Power on/off.........................................................................................12 10.1 Cautions and definitions................................................................28
3.5 Maintenance code.............................................................................13 10.2 Power port..............................................................................................29
3.6 Alarm test................................................................................................13 10.3 A/B interface ports.............................................................................30
3.7 Siren and Speaker...............................................................................14 11 FIRMWARE UPDATES............................................................ 34
4 SAFETY ALERTS AND ALARMS............................... 15 11.1 Over-the-air (OTA) updates...........................................................34
4.1 Yellow warning alarm.......................................................................15 12 SUPPORT............................................................................................... 34
4.2 Red alert...................................................................................................15 12.1 Learn more.............................................................................................34
4.3 LiveResponse........................................................................................16 12.2 Customer Care......................................................................................34
5 SAFETY FEATURES.....................................................................17 13 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................ 35
5.1 Functional settings............................................................................ 17 13.1 Detailed specifications....................................................................35
5.2 Gas sensor settings............................................................................18
14 LEGAL NOTICES AND CERTIFICATIONS.......37
6 COMMUNICATION................................................................... 19 14.1 Legal notices......................................................................................... 37
6.1 Two-way messaging..........................................................................19 14.2 Intrinsically safe certification........................................................38
6.2 Two-way voice calls...........................................................................19
6.3 Push-to-talk (PTT)...............................................................................20
1. OVERVIEW

1.1 G7 EXO
Cloud-Connected Area Monitor
G7 EXO is a cloud-connected area monitor that bundles industry-
leading gas detection with automated compliance and business
analytics tools. For the first time ever, the days of manually collecting
data from the field, reviewing spreadsheets and compiling reports are
behind you.

G7 EXO solves the challenges of continuous toxic and combustible gas

monitoring for sites, facilities and fence lines. Automating long-term
area monitoring and connected safety for streamlined efficiency, G7
EXO allows teams to focus on their work at hand.
1.3 BLACKLINE LIVE WEB PORTAL
The cloud-hosted Blackline Live web portal monitors and manages
In the event of a safety incident or gas exposure, monitoring personnel all of your workers and G7 devices, and delivers reports and business
can see what has happened and communicate with workers directly via analytics insights.
text messaging or an optional two-way voice calling feature through
their EXO. Blackline Live
Blackline Live’s real-time alerting and live map allows you to quickly
locate and respond to gas events and other incidents in the field.

You can use Blackline Live to create and customize configuration

profiles that determine how a device or a group of devices operates in
the field. Similarly, alert profiles are set up to determine what contacts
should be notified in the event of an incident and what response
protocol monitoring personnel will follow to ensure your team gets the
help it needs.

Blackline Live keeps track of alert history and gas sensor calibrations
and bump tests, eliminating the need to manually retrieve data logs
from the field.

Lastly, Blackline Live allows you to tailor user access depending on

employee roles: employee, supervisor, administrator and monitoring
1.2 BLACKLINE SAFETY CLOUD team. This ensures that everyone has access to the right tools to
The Blackline Safety Cloud is a cloud-hosted system consisting of accommodate their role in a comprehensive monitoring program.
cellular networks, satellite networks, the Blackline Live™ web portal
For more information about Blackline Live visit
application, your monitoring account and G7 EXO.
support.blacklinesafety.com/products/blackline-live.
EXO comes with basic system access which allows EXO to connect to
the Blackline Safety Cloud. Depending on your needs and requirements, Blackline Analytics
additional service plan options are available including 24/7 safety With Blackline Analytics you can review data collected from your
monitoring by Blackline’s Safety Operations Center and two-way voice EXO fleet to make decisions follow up with your team and ensure
communication. everything is running smoothly. Choose from a number of different
reports and filters to explore your data.

Blackline Analytics is built directly into the Blackline Live portal,

allowing employees with the appropriate user access controls to
see your organization’s data. If users have only been given access to
specific groups of devices, they will only see data attached to those
particular devices.

For more information about Blackline Analytics visit

support.blacklinesafety.com/products/blackline-analytics.

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1.4 GAS INLET MODULES 1.5 CONNECTION MODULES
What is a gas inlet module? What is a connection module?
Gas inlets enable calibration, bump tests and air sampling from remote A connection module links EXO to the Blackline Safety Cloud using a
areas. Gas inlet modules allow you to change EXO’s gas inlets to better cellular network or the Iridium satellite network.
suit your area monitoring needs. Gas inlet modules are always fitted with
one diffusion gas inlet and may also include up to 4 pump gas inlets. EXO will first try to connect to the Blackline Safety Cloud with the built
in cellular connection module. If cellular coverage is not available and
an optional satellite connection module is installed, EXO will try to
Diffusion module
connect to the Blackline Safety Network through the Iridium satellite
This module has a manual calibration inlet that requires a fixed flow network. See sections 2.5 and 3.2 for more information on connectivity.
regulator to function correctly.
Cellular connection module
Four-channel pump module
This module works with 2G/4G networks in Europe, and 3G/4G
This module has a manual calibration inlet that requires a fixed flow networks in North America to connect EXO to the Blackline Safety
regulator to function correctly. It also has four pump inlets that can Network. Cellular series are available in over 100 countries, supporting
sample air from remote areas using internal pumps and external tubes. over 200 cellular networks. This module is built into every EXO.

For installation instructions, refer to the G7 EXO Pump Installation Guide

Satellite connection module
on the Blackline Support site.
When EXO is not in cellular coverage, this module works with the
Iridium satellite network to connect EXO to the Blackline Safety Cloud.
What gas inlet module is currently installed in EXO? This module can be pre-installed in EXO, or it can be purchased as an
upgrade for EXOs in the field. For installation instructions, refer to the
EXO can have one of two gas inlet modules installed, the
G7 EXO Satellite Installation Guide on the Blackline Support site.
diffusion module or the four-channel pump module. If you are
unsure of which module is installed, refer to the intake side of EXO. NOTE: Two-way voice capabilities and push-to-talk are not available
when connected via satellite.

NOTE: You may experience a reduction in data collection while using the
satellite module.

Is a satellite connection module installed in EXO?

If you are unsure if EXO has a satellite connection module installed,
refer to the window behind the battery pack. You can also find this
information in the main menu under Advanced > Comm info.

Diffusion module Four-channel pump

installed module installed

Not installed Installed

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 How to change the connection type 1.7 IN THE BOX
By default EXO connects to the cellular network. To change to the G7 EXO comes with the following components:
satellite module, or from satellite to cellular, open the main EXO ƒ G7 EXO safety and area gas monitor
menu and use the arrows to select Communication. Then select the ƒ This technical user manual
connection module you want to use. The Communication menu ƒ 1m (3ft) of tubing fitted with a quick connect coupling insert
option is only avaialable if a satellite module is installed. ƒ Quick charger with battery pack hex key
ƒ Pre-installed multi-gas cartridge
You can tell which connection type EXO is using by the symbol ƒ Pre-installed cellular connection module
displayed in the EXO main screen. ƒ Pre-installed gas inlet module (one of two)
ƒ Optional pre-installed satellite connection module
ƒ Certification and support card

Cellular Satellite No connection

1.8 HARDWARE DETAILS

FRONT

Top light
Siren
Warning alarms
Alerts

Cartridge cover
360° Air diffusion vents

Connectivity light
LCD screen
LiveResponse light
OK OK button

Up button Down button

SOS latch pull

Power button
Speaker
Microphone PTT latch push

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BACK

Top light

Siren 360° Air diffusion vent

Battery retention screws

Battery power gauge

Battery pack

BOTTOM

Mounting plate

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RIGHT SIDE

Top light

Siren 360° Air diffusion vent

Interface port A

Interface port B

Power port

LEFT SIDE

Top light

Siren 360° Air diffusion vent

Manual calibration inlet

Pump inlets
(Optional)

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2. SETUP

2.1 LOCATION
EXO finds its location in one of three ways: through satellite-based SETUP WIZARD
positioning, by scanning for Blackline location beacons, or through a The Setup Wizard is an optional test you can run to see if EXO can
manually assigned location in Blackline Live. determine its location, if it can connect to Blackline Live and if it is
vertical. See section 2.4 for more information on the Setup Wizard.
NOTE: A defined location helps emergency response teams know where
to respond. However, EXO does not need a determined location to
function as a safety monitor or gas detector. 2.3 MOUNTING
The base of the EXO is fitted with a mounting plate with two sizes
Satellite-based positioning (GPS) of threaded mounting points. The use of all mounting points is not
required to mount EXO. Select the appropriate mounting points for
EXO can use GPS/QZSS, Galileo, and Beidou satellite constellations to
your application.
determine it’s location. Satellite-based positioning works best when the
monitor is outside with a clear view of the sky. If EXO is within a location
Type A Mounting Point
beacon’s signal radius and satellite-based positioning is also available, the
one with the strongest signal strength will be used. This is configurable on A single mounting point threaded 5/8” – 11 with a maximum depth of
Blackline Live. ¾” or 19mm.

Location beacons Type B Mounting Point

When within a beacon’s signal radius, EXO will see the beacon and Five mounting points that are M6 threaded with a maximum depth of
send the beacon’s ID to Blackline Live. EXO’s location will be recorded depth of 5/8” or 16mm.
as the beacon’s predefined location. If EXO sees multiple beacons it
will be associated with the beacon with the strongest signal strength.
If beacons and satellite-based positioning are both available, the one
with the strongest signal strength will be used. This is configurable on
Blackline Live.

Manually assigned location

In locations where satellite signals are weak or unavailable, you can Type A
manually assign EXO’s location on Blackline Live.
Type B

2.2 PLACEMENT
EXO performs best when placed strategically within the area you wish
to monitor. When placing EXO keep the following in mind:
Positioning
ƒ Keep EXO upright
ƒ Keep EXO accessible for regular interactions like bump tests
and messages
ƒ Do not hang EXO by its handle
Environmental
ƒ Keep EXO electrical ports and gas inlets covered when not in use
ƒ Do not place EXO in water
ƒ Consider wind direction and air flow
Connectivity
ƒ If connecting to the Blackline Safety Cloud through a satellite
network, EXO needs to be outdoors with a clear view of the sky
ƒ If connecting to the Blackline Safety Cloud through a cellular
network, EXO may struggle to find connection indoors or in areas
of weaker cellular reception

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MOUNTING POINT LAYOUT

Square plate Mounting surface may Fixing point

recommended exceed recommended 5/8- 11 UNC x 3/4'' (19 mm) max
dimension dimensions in this direction
All fixing points are not required. Select the
appropriate fixing points for your application.

76.31 mm 3.004”

6.35 mm .250”

36.00 mm 1.417”
19.05 mm .750”
56.00 mm 2.205”
65.18 mm 2.566”

108.00 mm 4.252”
53.49 mm 2.106”
21.82 mm .859”

121.00 mm 4.764”

115.00 mm 4.528” Fixing points

M6 Threads x 1/2” (13 mm) Max 5X
All fixing points are not required. Select the
appropriate fixing points for your application.

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2.4 SETUP WIZARD 2.5 CONNECTIVITY LIGHT
The setup wizard is an optional test that tells you if EXO will be able Are you connected to the Blackline Safety Cloud?
to operate correctly and fully. It determines if EXO can determine its EXO lets you know its connection status through the green
location, if it can connect to the Blackline Safety Cloud and if it is vertical. connectivity light.
EXO will continue to monitor for gas in the area during the setup wizard
test. Yellow warning alarms, an SOS latch pull or dangerous gas levels
will override the setup wizard.

To run from start-up

1. Power on EXO
2. EXO will go through the start-up sequence
3. At the end of the start-up sequence a prompt to start the setup
wizard will display on the screen
4. If no selection is made after 15 seconds the prompt screen will time
out and EXO will automatically go to the main gas detection screen Blinking/Solid
without running the setup wizard
5. If you choose to run the setup wizard, EXO will execute the process
automatically. This process should only take a few minutes.
To run from main menu Blinking green light
1. Press the OK button to enter the main menu A blinking connectivity light indicates EXO is trying to
2. Select Setup wizard connect to the Blackline Safety Cloud. EXO will continue to
3. EXO will execute the process automatically. This process should only monitor the area although monitoring personnel cannot
take a few minutes. receive alerts while this light is blinking. Data collected by
If setup wizard is successful, EXO while the green connectivity light is blinking will be
sent to Blackline Live once EXO connects to the Blackline
1. EXO will let you know with a success sound and the screen will
Safety Cloud. This includes red alerts, yellow alarms, location,
display “ready for use”
messages, etc.
2. Select Exit to go to the main gas detection screen
If setup wizard is unsuccessful, Solid green light
1. EXO will let you know with a failure sound and the screen will A solid connectivity light indicates EXO is connected to the
display, “Insufficient” Blackline Safety Cloud and all data collected by EXO is actively
2. The reasons for the failure will be listed on the screen with a red X. being transmitted to Blackline Live. Monitoring personnel will
There are three possible reasons for failure: receive and respond to alerts while this light is solid.
• EXO could not determine its location,
• EXO could not connect to the Blackline Safety Cloud, or Connection lost alarm
• EXO was not vertical.
3. Address each item on the list then select Retry to run the setup By default, a yellow alarm will be triggered 10 minutes after
wizard again. EXO loses connection to the Blackline Safety Cloud. If EXO
4. Select Exit to skip the setup wizard and go to the main gas reconnects to the Blackline Safety Cloud within this time
detection screen. limit, no alarm will be triggered. This amount of time is
configurable on Blackline Live.

See sections 1.5 and 3.2 for more information on connectivity.

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3. USER INTERFACE

3.1 BUTTONS 3.2 SCREEN OVERVIEW

Interacting with EXO is easy with its high-visibility, backlit LCD display, MAIN MENU
three-button menu system and SOS latch.
Enter the main menu by pressing the OK button while on the gas
status screen. The main menu contains additional features and device
information available to EXO users.
OK button
Press the OK button to
GAS STATUS SCREEN
enter the main menu on EXO’s main screen is the gas status screen. The sensor configuration of
the LCD screen. Press the the four-gas cartridge in EXO will determine the layout of this screen.
OK button to confirm a
menu selection.

Up and down buttons

Use the up and down
buttons to navigate options.
Press and hold both
buttons simultaneously to
acknowledge and mute a One gas
yellow warning alarm or a
red alert.

SOS latch pull

Pull the SOS latch to call
for help when emergency
assistance is required.
See section 4.2 for more
information.
Four gases

Latch push (optional)

Push and hold the SOS latch
to record a push-to-talk
(PTT) message. Release the
latch to send the message
to devices in the same
channel. See section 6.3 for
more information.
Five gases

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BANNER
The banner at the top of the gas status screen is where you will find
more information about yellow alarms, red alerts, battery life, location
and connectivity.

Feature and status icons

Banner
Battery life icon

Location icon
Only one location icon will be displayed at a time. See section
2.2 for more information regarding EXO’s location.

Beacon
Displayed when a beacon signal is present

Satellite positioning (GPS)

Displayed when no beacon signal is present and
Battery life icon
satellite positioning is possible
The battery icon in the top bar of the screen shows how
much charge the battery has. See section 3.3 for more None
information regarding the battery pack.
Displayed when there are no beacon signals and
satellite positioning is not possible
Lightning bolt: Battery charging

5 bars: 81% to 100%

4 bars: 61% to 80% Connectivity icon

Only one location icon will be shown at a time. See sections
3 bars: 41% to 60% 1.5 and 2.5 for more information regarding connectivity.

2 bars: 21% to 40% Cellular

Displayed when EXO is connected to the Blackline
1 bar: 1% to 20%
Safety Cloud through a cellular network

Red bars: Low battery Satellite

Displayed when EXO is connected to the Blackline
NOTE: By default, a “low battery” message will be displayed
Safety Cloud through satellite
in the banner and the battery icon will become red when None
the battery’s power drops below 10%. This threshold is
Displayed when EXO is NOT connected to the
configurable on Blackline Live.
Blackline Safety Cloud

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3.3 BATTERY
All EXOs are shipped with a pre-installed battery pack and a quick charger. QUICK CHARGER
The battery (labelled ACC-G7EXO-BATXX) comes in two models.
The EXO quick charger connects directly to the EXO battery and
Standard (144 Ah): ACC-G7EXO-BAT charges it overnight. Removal of the battery from EXO must be
Lightweight (72 Ah): ACC-G7EXO-BAT-LT done in a safe environment with a clean atmosphere, specifically an
atmosphere without explosive gas.
Battery life
WARNING: DO NOT allow metal tools or personal items to touch the
The standard battery pack can power EXO for over 100 days, and the battery terminals. Touching metal or any conductive material to the
lightweight version over 50 days. This will vary depending on device battery terminals is extremely dangerous and will damage the battery.
configurations, alarm and alert response, operating temperature, sensor
types and pump usage. In operational temperatures below -20°C (-4°F), WARNING: The EXO quick charger is NOT intrinsically safe. It should
the battery pack’s runtime will drop significantly. See section 8.4 for only be used in a safe environment with a clean atmosphere.
more information about running EXO in cold temperature.
Operating temperature
Battery storage
The charger’s ideal operating temperature is 22°C (72°F) but it can be
For long-term storage, Blackline recommends the battery is stored at used between 5°C and 40°C (41°F to 104°F) without any adverse effects.
20°C (68°F).
To remove the battery
Battery gauge
1. Power off EXO.
Press and hold the battery gauge button on the battery pack to show 2. Ensure EXO is in a safe environment with a clean atmosphere.
how much charge the battery has. 3. Loosen the two self-retaining screws at the top of the battery on
the back of EXO.
NOTE: A dim bar indicates when the battery’s charge is in the lower half NOTE: This requires a 4mm hex key (included with EXO).
of the bar’s percentage range. 4. Pull the top of the battery away from EXO.
NOTE: When vertical, the battery will lean away from EXO allowing
1 bar blinking: 0-4% you to grip and remove the battery.

1 bar: 5-24%

2 bars: 25-44% Quick charge port

Self-retaining
3 bars: 45-64% screws, 4mm

4 bars: 65-84%

5 bars: 85-100% Battery gauge

Battery gauge while charging

The Battery gauge will automatically light up and remain lit while the
battery pack is charging. The gauge will display the current charge of
the battery pack as described above. When the battery reaches 100% it
will stop charging and the gauge’s lights will turn off.

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 3.4 POWER ON/OFF
To charge the battery To power on EXO,
1. Lift the rubber flap at the top of the battery pack to expose the Press and hold the power button for
charging port two seconds. You will know when
2. Plug the quick charger into the battery’s charging port EXO has finished its startup when it
3. Plug the quick charger into an outlet completes the following stages.
4. Turn the charger’s power switch on
5. Charging may take up to 12 hours ƒ At the end of two seconds EXO
NOTE: The battery pack is fully charged when the red light on the
will sound a chime, signaling it is
charger turns green powering on
6. When fully charged, remove the quick charger from the charging port ƒ The top lights will flash
7. Replace the rubber flap to cover the charging port ƒ EXO will go through its startup
sequence and the screen will
To insert the battery display the active features on EXO
1. Ensure EXO is in a safe environment with a clean atmosphere ƒ The green connectivity light will
2. Hold the battery at a 45 degree angle with the bottom pointing stop flashing and become solid
towards EXO when EXO is connected to the
3. Place the battery bottom first into EXO’s battery slot Blackline Safety Cloud
4. Push the top of the battery towards EXO until it sits flush
5. Tighten the two screws at the top of the battery Power button
NOTE: The screws should be snug, but not over-tight.

If you see an O2 stabilizing message on G7 EXO’s screen, that means

TRICKLE CHARGER EXO is not monitoring. Stablization typically takes around 10 seconds.
You may choose to buy an EXO Trickle Charger Kit from Blackline Safety. However, if EXO has been upowered for a significant period, it can take
This kit connects EXO directly to a power source through the power up to 20 minutes for the O2 sensor to stabilize. If this message persists,
port eliminating the need to power down and remove EXO from the contact your organization’s safety professional.
field to charge the battery pack. See section 10.1 for more information
about the power port. To power off EXO,
Press and hold the power button for three seconds.
WARNING: An attached trickle charger is ONLY intrinsically safe when
connected as described in the electrical diagrams in section 10.1. NOTE: If the maintenance code is enabled, you will be required to input
the correct code to unlock EXO before powering off. See section 3.5 for
more information about the maintenance code.

You will know when EXO has finished power off when it completes the
following stages.

ƒ EXO will show a three second countdown as you hold the power
button. Every second will have a corresponding beep and flash.
ƒ At the end of the three seconds EXO will sound a chime signaling it
is powering off
ƒ The screen will go into EXO’s shutdown sequence
ƒ Once all the lights and sounds have stopped, EXO will be powered
Power port off and disconnected from the Blackline Safety Cloud

NOTE: Make sure all red alerts have been resolved before powering off.
Do NOT power off EXO if the blue LiveResponce light is on. This may
mean waiting for monitoring personnel to contact you through EXO.
See section 4.2 for more information on red alerts.

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3.5 MAINTENANCE CODE 3.6 ALARM TEST
EXO features an optional maintenance code function to prevent What is the alarm test?
unauthorized individuals from changing the settings when the device EXO’s alarm test is an audio/visual assessment used to ensure the siren,
is unmanned. EXO’s entire menu, device power-down and volume speaker, LED lights and microphones are operating correctly on the area
change actions are locked when a maintenance code is enabled. monitor. The top lights will flash and you will hear pitches that gradually
Entering the code will allow you to access locked features. get higher. The volume of the alarm test sounds cannot be adjusted.
Enabling the maintenance code and setting the four-digit number
passcode is done using the EXO configuration page available on the When is a alarm test run?
Blackline Live Portal. A alarm test is run as part of the startup sequence, before all bump
tests, before each calibration and after every 24 hour period of
When the device is locked, a lock icon will be shown in the continuous run time.
gas status screen banner. Pressing any button while EXO is
locked will display the maintenance code entry screen.
What does a failed alarm test mean?

To unlock EXO, If EXO detects a problem while running the alarm test, the full test
will immediately be attempted two more times. If EXO still detects
ƒ Press any button to display the maintenance code entry screen a problem after the third attempt, a failed alarm test results will be
ƒ You will be prompted to enter a four-digit number. Use the up and recorded and sent to Blackline Live.
down buttons to select a number for the current digit
ƒ Press OK to move on to the next digit NOTE: Muffling the sounds during a alarm test will result in a failure. Too
ƒ After selecting the final digit, press OK to enter the entire code loud of an environment will also result in a failed alarm test.

If successful, the entered code will become green and you will be
taken to the unlocked gas detection screen.

If unsuccessful, the entered code will become red. You can either
select Retry to enter another code or Back to return to the locked
gas status screen.

Enter maintenance code

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3.7 SIREN AND SPEAKER
SIREN
Gas detection yellow warning alarms and red alerts, SOS alerts and sensor Siren
errors use the siren. To function effectively as an area gas monitor, the siren
needs to be loud enough to be heard over all environmental noise.

To adjust EXO’s alarm volume,

1. Press OK to enter the main menu
2. Select Settings
3. Select Siren volume
4. Use the up and down buttons to select the desired volume

WARNING: Listening to EXO’s siren at high volume for extended

periods of time can cause permanent hearing loss. EXO’s siren volume
Speaker
should be adjusted for use indoors and in smaller spaces. Ear protection
should be worn during testing.

SPEAKER
Yellow warning alarms triggered by incoming two-way messages and
connection lost alarms will use the speaker. Two-way voice calls, push-
to-talk (PTT) messages, and the shutdown sounds also use the speaker.

NOTE: EXO’s speaker volume cannot be adjusted.

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4. SAFETY ALERTS AND ALARMS

4.1 YELLOW WARNING ALARM 4.2 RED ALERT

EXO’s yellow warning alarm can be triggered by functional settings or EXO’s red alert can be triggered by pulling the SOS latch or by reaching
reaching low alarm gas detection thresholds. Both are configurable on high alert gas detection thresholds. Both are configurable on Blackline
Blackline Live to best fit your needs. Contact your safety supervisor to Live to best fit your needs. Contact your safety supervisor to learn more
learn more about how EXO’s features are configured. about how EXO’s features are configured.

Rapid Blinking Rapid Blinking

What do I do in the case of a yellow warning alarm? What do I do in the case of a red alert?
Always follow your company’s safety protocol. Immediately follow your company’s safety protocol and
evacuate the area.
Blackline recommends that people in the vicinity of an EXO
in yellow warning alarm should leave the area. A trained If you know the area is safe and your company’s protocol
device operator may approach EXO if their safety protocol allows you to stay in the area, read the information on EXO’s
allows it or a trained device screen. Press and hold the up and down buttons at the same
administrator can use the time to let EXO know you
information available in have read the message
the Blackline Live Portal to and to mute the alarm. In
assess the situation. the case of continuous gas
exposure, EXO will unmute
Alarm information can be itself after one minute if
read on EXO’s screen. Press detected gas levels have
and hold the up and down not returned to normal.
buttons at the same time
to cancel the alarm and NOTE: Red alerts
to let EXO know you have are immediately
read the message. In the communicated to
case of continuous gas monitoring personnel. Gas
exposure, EXO will unmute levels returning to normal
itself after two minutes if or manually muting
detected gas levels have the sound does NOT
not returned to normal. cancel the alert sent to
monitoring personnel.

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4.3 LiveResponse
EXO’s blue LiveResponse light can only be triggered by monitoring
personnel through Blackline Live. It is a signal to you that the red alert
has been acknowledged and is being investigated by monitoring
personnel. If you see this light you can be confident help is on its way.

Blinking

What do I do in the case of a blue LiveResponse light?

You do not have to do anything.

This light lets you know that remote monitoring personnel are
responding to the alert by following your team’s emergency
protocol. Once monitoring personnel have confirmed the
safety of everyone in the
area and resolved the red
alert, the blue LiveResponse
light will shut off.

Depending on your team’s

response protocol, an EXO
with voice enabled can also
be contacted by monitoring
personnel to create a
two-way conversation
between the end user
and the monitoring agent
responding to the alert.

NOTE: Do NOT power off EXO

if the blue LiveResponce
light is on.

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5. SAFETY FEATURES

5.1 FUNCTIONAL SETTINGS

Two-way messages Connection lost

EXO can send and receive written messages with A yellow alarm will be triggered if EXO loses
monitoring personnel. When there is an incoming connection with the Blackline Safety Cloud and stays
message, EXO will inform you with a yellow warning disconnected for 10 minutes. This amount of time
alarm. See section 6.1 for more information on two- is configurable on Blackline Live. See section 1.5 for
way messages. more information on connection module.

Two-way voice call Low battery

If EXO has the two-way voice call feature enabled If the battery pack charge goes below a default
and is in cellular coverage, it can receive two-way threshold of 10%, EXO will inform you with a warning
voice calls from monitoring personnel as a response message in the banner on the gas status screen. This
to red alerts. You cannot initiate or end voice calls threshold is configurable on Blackline Live. See section
from EXO. Voice calls are automatically answered by 3.3 for more information on EXO’s battery pack.
EXO. See section 6.2 for more information on two-
way voice calls.

SOS latch
If you require emergency assistance, you can
Push-to-talk (PTT) manually trigger a red alert by pulling the SOS latch.
If EXO has the PTT feature enabled and is in This will send an SOS alert to monitoring personnel
cellular coverage, it is able to send and receive and initiate your company’s response protocol. The
voice messages with other G7 EXO devices and SOS alert can be disabled in the configuration from
G7 wearable devices, similar to a walkie-talkie. See Blackline Live. See section 4.2 for more information
section 6.3 for more information on PTT. on red alerts.

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5.2 GAS SENSOR SETTINGS
Once you have completed a bump test (section 7.1) and calibration
(section 7.2), EXO is ready to monitor and notify you of gas exposures.

Low gas threshold reached (low gas) Over limit (OL)

When gas levels reach the low concentration threshold configured by If gas concentration is higher than a sensor’s capability to detect, a red alert
your safety supervisor, EXO will inform you with a yellow warning alarm. will be triggered.
The sounds and lights associated with the yellow warning alarm will
persist until gas concentrations return to safe levels. Under limit (UL)

NOTE: An EXO with an O2 sensor will trigger low warning alarms in It is possible for a senor to give negative readings. This is typically a
oxygen-deficient and oxygen-enriched atmospheres. An oxygen- result of improper calibration, poisoning or cross-sensitivity to other
deficient atmosphere poses a risk of insufficient oxygen for breathing. gases. If these negative readings become too low, the device will warn
An oxygen-enriched atmosphere presents an increased risk of the user by initiating an under limit warning.
explosion.
The info banner will say “under limit” and the gas sensor will give a
reading of “UL”. This warning notifies the user that the readings are
High gas threshold reached (high gas) inaccurate. If this happens, a calibration will be required to ensure the
When gas levels reach the high concentration threshold configured sensors are accurately detecting gas levels. If you are unable to perform
by your safety supervisor, EXO will inform you with a red alert. The a calibration and are in a clean atmosphere, you can zero the sensors to
sounds and lights associated with the red alert will persist until gas reset their baseline.
concentrations return to safe levels.
Bump test due
NOTE: An EXO with an O2 sensor will trigger red alerts in oxygen-
deficient and oxygen-enriched atmospheres. An oxygen-deficient When gas sensors are due for a bump test, a warning will display in the
atmosphere poses a risk of insufficient oxygen for breathing. An oxygen- banner on the gas status screen. This is configurable on Blackline Live.
enriched atmosphere presents an increased risk of explosion. See section 7.1 for more information on bump tests.

Sensor error Calibration due

If a gas sensor stops working for any reason, EXO will inform you with When gas sensors are due for a calibration, a warning will display in the
a yellow warning alarm. An X is displayed on EXO’s screen to indicate banner on the gas status screen. This is configurable on Blackline Live.
the sensor in error. Power off and restart EXO. If the sensor error See section 7.2 for more information on calibration.
persists, ensure the cartridge is installed properly. The cartridge may
need to be replaced.

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6. COMMUNICATION

6.1 TWO-WAY MESSAGES 6.2 TWO-WAY VOICE CALLS

EXO can send and receive written messages with monitoring If EXO has the two-way voice call feature enabled and is in cellular
personnel. You have the choice to send one of 10 pre-programmed coverage, it can receive two-way voice calls from monitoring personnel
messages or write a custom message. This message will be sent as a response to red alerts.
to Blackline Live as an alert. The pre-programmed messages are
configurable on Blackline Live. Two-way voice calls only work when EXO is connected to the Blackline
Safety Cloud through a cellular network. G7 EXO automatically answers
Messages can also be sent from Blackline Live and received by EXO. A
every voice call. You cannot initiate or end voice calls from EXO.
yellow warning alarm will inform you of an incoming message.

How does a two-way voice call work?

To send a pre-programmed message,
Monitoring personnel will initiate the call. If EXO is not already in an alert
1. Press the OK button to enter the main menu
state, it will inform you of the incoming call with a yellow warning alarm.
2. Select Messages
You will then hear a chirp indicating the voice call has been connected.
3. Select Send a message
4. Select a chosen pre-programmed message Speak directly to EXO. The microphone is located to the left of the SOS
5. EXO will display a confirmation screen and then bring you back to latch (see section 1.7). If monitoring personnel are having a hard time
the gas status screen clearly hearing your responses, you may need to move closer to EXO.
To send a custom message, When monitoring personnel have confirmed you are safe, they will end
the call and you will hear another chirp indicating the voice call has
1. Press the OK button to enter the main menu
been disconnected.
2. Select Messages
3. Select Send a message NOTE: This feature is different from the push-to-talk (PTT) feature. Voice
4. Select *Create custom* calls are not available when EXO is connected to the Blackline Safety Cloud
5. Press the up or down buttons to scroll through the alphabet through the Iridium satellite network.
and numbers
6. Press the OK button to move to the next character Volume
NOTE: Messages can have no more than 16 characters
7. Press the OK button again to finish the message Two-way calls use EXO’s speaker. The speaker’s volume cannot be
8. Press the up button to continue editing, OK to send, or down adjusted. See section 3.7 for more information about the speaker.
to cancel
To read received messages,
1. Press the OK button to enter the main menu
2. Select Messages
3. Select Message inbox

Blackline monitoring personnel

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6.3 PUSH-TO-TALK (PTT)
If EXO has the PTT feature enabled and is in cellular coverage, it is able All call channel
to send and receive voice messages with other G7 EXO devices and G7 This channel is recommended for safety supervisors or managers. The
wearable devices, similar to a walkie-talkie. EXO can still receive and all call channel is the highest priority push-to-talk channel. Incoming all
send PTT transmissions when it is locked by a maintenance code. See call transmissions will override other push-to-talk transmissions. When
section 3.5 for more information on the maintenance code. on the all call channel, EXO:
Push-to-talk only works when EXO is connected to the Blackline Safety ƒ Transmits to all PTT devices in EXO’s organization
Cloud through a cellular network. Push-to-talk does not work during ƒ Receives transmissions from devices in the all call channel
an alert or alarm unless the alert or alarm has been muted. Push-to-talk
only allows one transmission on a channel at a time. Receive only channel
When on the receive only channel, EXO:
Volume
ƒ Cannot transmit to any devices
Push-to-talk uses EXO’s speaker. The speaker’s volume cannot be ƒ Receives transmissions from devices in the all call channel
adjusted. See section 3.7 for more information about the speaker.

Transmitting
CHANGING CHANNELS
1. Press and hold the red latch
Changing EXO’s PTT channel is done from the PTT channel menu.
2. When EXO finishes beeping, continue to hold and begin talking into
the device
To change to a specific channel number,
3. When you’re finished talking, release the latch. EXO allows PTT
messages up to 30 seconds in length 1. Press the OK button to enter EXO’s main menu
4. EXO will beep once more to let you know it’s done listening 2. Select PTT channels
3. Select Enter channel #
Receiving NOTE: Every channel requires two digits
4. Use the up and down buttons to enter the first digit of the new
1. EXO will beep twice to signal an incoming PTT message
channel. For example, for channel 08 the first digit is 0.
2. EXO will play the message
5. Press the OK button to move on to the next digit
3. EXO will beep once more when the message is finished
6. Use the up and down buttons to enter the second digit of the new
NOTE: EXO’s screen will display its current channel.
channel. For example, for channel 08 the second digit is 8.
7. Press the OK button to finish
8. Select Yes to confirm the new channel, or select Edit to make changes
AVAILABLE CHANNELS To change to receive only or all call,
Channels 00 through 99 1. Press the OK button to enter EXO’s main menu
These channels are recommended for everyday use. When on a specific 2. Select PTT channels
numbered channel, EXO: 3. Select Receive only or All call
4. Read the message on the screen
ƒ Transmits to devices on the same channel as EXO 5. Select Yes to confirm
ƒ Receives transmissions from devices on the same channel as EXO, as
well as transmissions from devices in the all call channel

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7 GAS DETECTION

7.1 BUMP TEST

What is a bump test? MANUAL BUMP TEST
A bump test will tell you if EXO’s gas sensors, lights, siren, speaker and
microphone are functional. The results of each bump test will be sent to You will need,
the Blackline Safety Cloud automatically. ƒ A cylinder(s) containing the appropriate gases
ƒ A 0.5 LPM or 1 LPM fixed flow regulator attached to the cylinder(s)
Bump test schedule ƒ Tubing fitted with a quick connect coupling insert
The bump test schedule can be configured to match your company’s To start
safety policy. These changes are made in the configuration profile 1. Ensure G7 EXO is in clean air
on Blackline Live. To meet CSA’s LEL performance standard, you are 2. Press the OK button to enter the main menu
required to bump test before each day’s use. 3. Select Gas options
4. Select Bump test
The bump test process results in either a pass or a fail. Exiting the bump
5. You will see a screen that says, “Continue with bump test?”, select Yes
test process before all sensors have been tested will result in a failed
bump test. On startup EXO will display when the next bump test is due. Bump test process
By default, an overdue bump test will cause a reminder message to 1. EXO will run an audio/visual self test. See section 3.6 for more information.
display in the banner of the gas status screen. This bump test overdue 2. A screen will prompt you to start the bump test. Ensure all the gas
response is configurable on Blackline Live. sensors you wish to bump test are checked. By default EXO will
test all sensors.
NOTE: Blackline recommends EXO should not exceed 30 days without
3. Select Start bump
a bump test.
4. EXO will begin to count down from 60 seconds. Within this time window:
• Attach tubing fitted with a quick connect coupling insert to EXO’s
Gas cylinders
manual calibration inlet
Sensors can be manually bump tested at the same time using one gas
cylinder with a multi-gas mixture or individually using multiple gas Manual calibration
cylinders. If using multiple cylinders, the manual bump test process inlet icon
will need to be repeated for each cylinder. In step 2 of the bump
test process below, ensure all the gas sensors that correspond to the
attached cylinder’s gas mixture are checked. The gas concentration of • Ensure the other end of the tubing is attached to the fixed flow
the connected gas cylinder should match the gas concentration listed regulator on the gas cylinder
in EXO’s calibration gas configuration in Blackline Live. • Turn the gas regulator on to apply the gas, keep gas flowing
5. Turn the gas regulator off when prompted by EXO
NOTE: Some cartridges require you to bump test sensors in a specific 6. You will be prompted to go through steps 2-5 until all sensors have
order due to gas sensor cross sensitivity. Refer to Gas Sensor Cross been tested. The bump test process is only considered successful
Sensitivity on Blackline support for details. once all the sensors have been successfully tested.
7. If all sensors have been successfully tested, you will be prompted
to press the OK button to complete the bump test. This screen will
Tubing connected to EXO’s
timeout after a few seconds.
manual calibration inlet 8. EXO will inform you if the bump test has passed or failed and when
its next bump test is due
9. Remove the tubing from the manual calibration inlet and let EXO sit
until the gas readings stabilize. This may take a few minutes.
If you see a bump test fail message on G7 EXO’s screen,
ƒ Check the gas and cylinder connections
ƒ Let EXO sit until its gas readings stabilize
ƒ Try the bump test again
ƒ If the bump test continues to fail, contact your organization’s
safety supervisor.

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7.2 CALIBRATION
What is calibration? MANUAL CALIBRATION
Calibration ensures EXO can accurately detect gas. This procedure You will need:
adjusts sensor parameters while the sensors are exposed to a known
concentration of gas for a set amount of time. Calibrations will need ƒ A cylinder(s) containing the appropriate gases
to be done periodically throughout a sensor’s operating life and the ƒ A 0.5 LPM or 1 LPM fixed flow regulator attached to the cylinder(s)
data collected from each procedure will be sent to the Blackline Safety ƒ Tubing fitted with a quick connect coupling insert
Cloud automatically. NOTE: EXO should not be manually calibrated in a windy environment.

Calibration schedule To start,

The calibration schedule can be configured to match your company’s 1. Ensure G7 EXO is in clean air
safety policy. These changes are made in the configuration profile on 2. Press the OK button to enter the main menu
Blackline Live. All the sensors on a cartridge will have the same calibration 3. Select Gas options
schedule, but if you choose to calibrate sensors individually, they can 4. Select Calibration
become due independent of the other sensors. Blackline recommends 5. You will see a screen listing the configured calibration settings,
calibrating all the sensors on a cartridge in a single calibration process. On followed by a screen that says, “Continue with calibration?”. Select Yes.
startup EXO will display when the sensors’ next calibrations are due. By
default, an overdue calibration will cause a reminder message to display in
the banner on the gas status screen. This overdue response is configurable
on Blackline Live.

NOTE: Blackline recommends not exceeding 180 days without a calibration.

Gas cylinders
Sensors can be manually calibrated at the same time using one gas
cylinder or individually using multiple gas cylinders. If using multiple
cylinders, the manual calibration process will need to be repeated for
each cylinder. In step 4 of the calibration process below, ensure all the
gas sensors that correspond to the attached cylinder’s gas mixture
are checked. The gas concentration of the connected gas cylinder
should match the gas concentration listed in EXO’s calibration gas
configuration in Blackline Live.

NOTE: Some cartridges require you to calibrate sensors in a specific order

due to gas sensor cross sensitivity. Refer to Gas Sensor Cross Sensitivity
on Blackline support for details.

Tubing connected to EXO’s manual calibration inlet

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 7.3 ZEROING SENSORS
Calibration process, If you know EXO is in a clean atmosphere and a gas sensor is reading
1. EXO will run an audio/visual self test. See section 3.6 for more information. abnormal levels, this can mean the sensor’s baseline has shifted, and
2. A screen will prompt you to zero the sensors. Ensure all the gas EXO’s displayed gas readings are not accurate. You may need to zero or
sensors you wish to calibrate are checked. By default EXO will zero calibrate the sensor.
all sensors.
EXO’s sensors can be zeroed manually. EXO can be configured to zero
3. Select Start zeroing
its sensors automatically on startup and they are also zeroed as a part
4. All checked sensors will be zeroed in preparation for their calibration.
of the calibration process. Contact your safety supervisor to learn more
This will take a few seconds.
about how EXO’s features are configured.
5. A screen will prompt you to select a gas mix. Ensure all the gas
sensors you wish to calibrate with the chosen gas cylinder are NOTE: The LEL-MPS sensor will auto-zero at startup. This is not
checked. By default EXO will attempt to calibrate all sensors that configurable. See section 7.4 for more information about LEL sensors.
have been successfully zeroed.
6. Select Start span MANUALLY ZERO SENSORS
7. EXO will begin to count down from 60 seconds. Within this time window:
• Attach tubing fitted with a quick connect coupling insert to EXO’s You can zero a sensor by using the atmosphere to reset the sensor’s
manual calibration inlet baseline reading. Inert purge gas may also be applied to the manual
calibration inlet to zero sensors.

Manual calibration WARNING: EXO’s sensors must only be zeroed with clean air. If a sensor
inlet icon is zeroed where its targeted gas levels are abnormal, the gas levels EXO
displays will not be accurate. Inaccurate readings are a safety hazard.
• Ensure the other end of the tubing is attached to the fixed flow
regulator on the gas cylinder Zeroing process,
• Turn on the gas regulator and apply the gas, keep gas flowing 1. Ensure G7 EXO is in clean air
8. Turn gas off when prompted on EXO’s screen 2. Press the OK button to enter the main menu
9. You will be prompted to go through steps 5-8 until all zeroed 3. Select Gas options
sensors have been calibrated. The calibration process is only 4. Select Zero sensors
considered successful once all the sensors have been calibrated. 5. A screen will prompt you to zero the sensors. Ensure all the gas
10. If all sensors have been successfully calibrated, you will be sensors you wish to zero are checked.
prompted to press the OK button to complete the calibration. This 6. Select Start zeroing
screen will timeout after a few seconds. NOTE: Do NOT apply gas
11. EXO will let you know if the calibration has passed or failed and 7. EXO will let you know when the zeroing is completed
when the next calibration is due
If you see a zero incomplete message on G7 EXO’s screen,
12. Remove the tubing from the manual calibration inlet and let EXO sit
until the gas readings stabilize ƒ EXO may be in an environment with abnormal gas levels
ƒ EXO’s cartridge may need to be replaced
If you see a calibration fail message on G7 EXO’s screen,
ƒ Check the gas and cylinder connections
ƒ Check that cylinder gas concentrations match the EXO calibration
gas configuration
ƒ Let EXO sit until its gas readings stabilize
ƒ Try the calibration again
ƒ If the calibration continues to fail, contact your organization’s
safety supervisor.

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7.4 LEL SENSOR PRECAUTIONS
For safety reasons EXO must be operated and serviced by qualified This sensor can be calibrated two ways, default calibration and full calibration.
personnel only. Read and understand the information below before
operating or servicing. 1. The default calibration process will validate and ensure accuracy
without adjusting the LEL-MPS sensor’s readings. Unlike traditional
WARNING: Off-scale (overlimit) readings may indicate an explosive sensors, this sensor is factory calibrated for optimal accuracy. We
concentration. recommend using the factory calibration for the lifetime of the sensor.
2. Advanced users can perform a full calibration with a span
WARNING: Calibrations must only be performed in areas free of adjustment. A full calibration may negatively impact the accuracy of
flammable gases. other gases. EXO can be configured to run a full calibration on this
sensor in Blackline Live.
Blackline’s LEL sensors can be calibrated with the following settings:

Gas Calibration Calibration Balance Non-Dispersive Infra-Red (LEL-IR)

concentration concentration
(%vol) (%LEL) This sensor is able to function in inert environments without oxygen.
This sensor does not detect Hydrogen (H) or Acetylene (C₂H₂).
Methane (CH4) 2.5% 50% ±2% Standard quad-
gas mixture
Catalytic-bead pellistor (LEL-P)
No known gases desensitize or contaminate Blackline’s LEL-MPS and Any rapid up-scale reading followed by declining or erratic reading may
LEL-IR sensors. These two sensors do not cause any electromagnetic indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale limit which may be
interference (EMI), and are not negatively affected by EMI, such as radio hazardous.
transmissions, of up to 8W.

Some compounds will decompose on the catalyst of the LEL-P and 7.5 PID TARGET GASES
form a solid barrier over the catalyst surface. This action is cumulative, What are target gases?
and prolonged exposure will result in an irreversible decrease in
Photo-ionization detector (PID) sensors can be used to detect a large
sensitivity. The most common of these substances are: compounds
range of gases called VOCs (volatile organic compounds). The PID
containing lead or sulphur; silicones; phosphates.
sensor’s target gas refers to whatever gas your device is currently
Some other compounds, especially hydrogen sulphide and attempting to detect. EXO’s readings will be adjusted based on the gas
halogenated hydrocarbons, are absorbed or form compounds that are it is currently configured to detect.
absorbed by the catalyst of the LEL-P. The resulting loss of sensitivity
NOTE: Although PID sensors target a specific VOC gas, readings can still
is temporary. In most cases a sensor will recover after a period of
be affected by the presence of non-targeted gases. Consult your safety
operation in clean air.
supervisor or industrial hygienist when preparing to use a PID sensor.
Like any gas sensor, be sure to understand potential explosive hazards
and choose the appropriate sensor technology based on these hazards. How do I set EXO’s target gas?
EXO’s PID sensor’s target gas is set from the configuration profile in
Blackline Safety supports three different LEL sensor technologies:
Blackline Live. Under the photoionization detector section of the gas
1. Molecular Property Spectrometer (LEL-MPS) sensor settings card, you can choose an existing target gas or set a
2. Non-Dispersive Infra-Red (LEL-IR), custom target gas.
3. Catalytic-bead pellistor (LEL-P)
Where do I see which target gas EXO is detecting?
Molecular Property Spectrometer (LEL-MPS) The target gas EXO is configured to use can be seen in two places:
This sensor is not intended for inert environments. Environments with
ƒ On startup
oxygen (O2) levels below 18% will negatively impact this sensor’s
ƒ In the gas options menu, Gas options > View gas info > VOC target
accuracy and Blackline does not recommend using it when oxygen
levels are below 10%.
In both places EXO’s screen will display the name of the target gas as
When bump testing or calibrating this sensor, apply a gas mixture well as its correction factor.
containing at least 18% oxygen (O2). Less oxygen than this may
negatively impact the sensor’s readings. If a gas mixture with less than
18% oxygen is applied during a bump test or calibration, restart EXO to
auto zero the sensor.

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8 CARTRIDGES

8.1 CARTRIDGE OPTIONS 8.2 CHANGING CARTRIDGES

What cartridges can be used in my EXO? Changing cartridges temporarily disables EXO.
EXOs can only fit non-pumped multi-gas cartridges, which can be NOTE: All Blackline Safety cartridges are intrinsically safe. This means
configured to detect up to five gases when using a dual CO and H2S EXO’s cartridges can be changed in potentially hazardous zones.
sensor.
To remove a cartridge,
1. Power off EXO
2. Unscrew the four cartridge cover screws
NOTE: These are captive screws and should stay attached to the
cartridge cover
3. Pull forward on the cartridge cover to remove. Set aside.
4. Pull the cartridge out of the cartridge slot
To insert a cartridge,
1. Orient the cartridge so the sensors are facing down
2. Push the cartridge into the cartridge slot
3. Replace cartridge cover
4. Tighten screws

8.3 CARTRIDGE CARE

Multi-gas cartridge face down

Cartridge cover

Captive screws

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 9 GAS INLETS
Sensor contaminants
Gas sensors are susceptible to contamination by a variety of common
chemicals, reducing or eliminating their effectiveness. Care should be
9.1 MANUAL CALIBRATION INLET
taken when using silicones, cleaners, solvents and lubricants in close The manual calibration inlet allows you to apply gas to EXO’s sensors
proximity to sensors as exposure may cause permanent damage to during bump test and calibration processes.
the sensor. If a device is exposed to a new chemical or compound, it is
best practice to bump test and calibrate units to ensure proper sensor Fixed flow regulator
function is maintained.
A gas cylinder with a fixed flow regulator is required to use the manual
calibration inlet. This inlet relies on the gas pressure in the attached
8.4 SENSORS IN COLD WEATHER cylinder to bring the gas to the sensors.
G7 EXO operates optimally in the range of -20 C to +50 C. For best
practices operating G7 EXO outside that range, refer to Operating G7 in Calibration cap
Cold Weather on the Blackline Support site.
EXO does not need a calibration cap. The manual calibration inlet
ensures the applied gas is fed directly to EXO’s sensors.
Electrolyte sensors
At temperatures below -20°C (-4°F), the sensor electrolyte inside CO, H2S Note: EXO cannot be bump tested or calibrated while a pump inlet is
and other electrochemical sensors can freeze over time, reducing the running (see Pump Inlets below).
ability of the sensor to give a meaningful output. Storing EXO in a warm
and humid (60% relative humidity) environment when not in use will Attach tubing
help keep electrochemical sensors running longer. The manual calibration inlet is fitted with a quick connect coupling
nozzle. Attaching tubing to this inlet requires the tubing to have the
Shocking an electrochemical sensor from room temperature to extreme
corresponding quick connect coupling insert.
cold and vice versa can also cause temporary drifts in sensor readings.
These readings typically resolve in less than 60 seconds.

Infrared (IR) LEL sensors

Sudden temperature and humidity changes may cause condensation
within the LEL-IR sensor, which can affect its optics and trigger a
temporary baseline drift. Typically, they last less than 60 seconds, after
which point the readings will recover and EXO will function as normal.

Shocking the IR sensor from room temperature to an extremely cold Manual calibration inlet
environment can cause a temporary baseline drift, typically less than
10% LEL. If this drift persists you can manually zero the sensor in the
cold environment.
Pump inlets (4)
Shocking the IR sensor from an extremely cold environment to
room temperature can cause a temporary baseline drift, sometimes
reaching overlimit.

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9.2 PUMP INLETS
The pump inlets allow one EXO to monitor multiple remote areas Multiple gas sampling inlets
using air hoses. Inlets must be assigned before they’re functional.
When multiple inlets are toggled on, EXO will begin a sampling
Assign inlets cycle.

1. Power the EXO on and press OK to open the LCD screen Main menu. To ensure you always know where gas exposures are coming from,
2. Use the arrows and OK button to select the Gas options option. EXO will only pull in gas from one inlet at a time. This means that
3. In the Gas option menu select Inlet settings. By default, the pump when multiple inlets are toggled on, EXO will need to go through
inlets (1-4) will display as OFF. each inlet one at a time.
4. Attach tubing to the inlet you
EXO will also need to purge in between each of the samples to
want to use. Each pump inlet
displace gas from the previous sample. This means there will be
is fitted with a quick connect
gaps in readings while EXO is purging itself.
nozzle. Attaching tubing to
these inlets require the tubing So a sample cycle typically looks like this: Purge > Sample from inlet
to have a corresponding quick 1 > Purge > Sample from inlet 2 > Purge > Sample from inlet 3…
connect coupling insert.
5. In the LCD screen, select the Due to these gaps in readings, a multiple-inlet sample setup is best
Inlet settings again. Select the used for long-term monitoring of remote areas.
inlet you connected the tubing
to. Use the arrow buttons Set a sample schedule
and OK to toggle the inlet to
By default, the sample time from each inlet is three minutes. This
ON. This pump inlet is now
means if you are running all four inlets with default settings (3
functional.
minute sample time + 2 minute purge time), there will be a 20
Purge gas minute gap between readings from a given inlet.
When an inlet is toggled on, EXO spends two minutes purging. It draws
The sample time can be extended in the EXO configuration
in air to displace any gas that is currently inside the EXO and in contact
profile on Blackline Live. Refer to the Blackline Live user guide for
with the cartridge sensors. The purge lasts two minutes, and gas
instructions.
readings are not available while EXO is purging. No gas alarms or alerts
will be generated during a purge.
Pump automatically
9.3 GAS SAMPLING By default, pumps remain off when EXO starts. You can change the
The EXO pump module has four inlets to enable flexibility in set-up and EXO configuration profile on Blackline Live so pumps automatically
gas sampling. turn on when EXO starts. Refer to the Blackline Live user guide for
instructions.
Warning: When in pump mode, the EXO cannot detect the following
gases: Ozone (O3), Chlorine (CL2), Chlorine Dioxide (CLO2). 9.4 PUMP BLOCKED ALARM
To ensure dust and debris does not get inside the device, the EXO
Single gas sampling inlet pump inlets are closed when there is nothing connected to them.
When one inlet is toggled on, EXO will continuously draw air in from Turning on a pump inlet without hoses connected may result in a
that inlet. pump blocked alarm with yellow lights and sounds to let you know
there is no gas coming in from the inlet.
Warning: If you start the pump while operating at temperatures of
-20 C or lower, the EXO will generate a pump blocked alarm (see Pump The pump blocked alarm will also sound when:
Blocked Alarm below) that persists until the inlet warms up and begins
operating normally. In a multiple inlet sampling cycle the inlets do ƒ Gas flow is restricted by something blocking the mouth of the
not have time to warm up, so use only single gas sampling at those hose
temperatures. ƒ The hose gets bent or normal flow is obstructed in another way
ƒ The EXO is operating in temperatures of -20 C or colder.
EXO will first purge for two minutes to clear out any gas from the A pump block detected event displays on Blackline Live.
sensors, then draw air from the inlet that has been turned on. When
EXO draws from one inlet, it runs continuously from that inlet. You can mute the alarm by pressing and holding the up and down
arrows, or by connecting an unobstructed hose to the inlet that is
This set-up is best for confined space entry, or any other situation trying to pull in air. Once an unobstructed hose is connected, the
where it is vital to continuously sample from a hazardous area. inlet will open to allow air flow, and the alarm will end.

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 10 ELECTRICAL PORTS

10.1 CAUTIONS AND DEFINITIONS DEFINITIONS

CAUTIONS Low-side switch
Ordinary Locations A low-side switch completes the circuit on the ground side. It is
intended to sink power rather than provide power.
When used in a non-Hazardous (Classified) Location cables
attached to the power port and Pins 1 and 2 of the A/B interface
ports must be supplied by a Class 2 circuit, a limited energy circuit Ui – Maximum input voltage
or a limited power source (LPS) as per IEC 61010-1, IEC 60950-1, or The maximum voltage (peak a.c. or d.c.) that can be applied to the
an equivalent IEC standard. The output should not exceed any of connection facilities of apparatus without invalidating the type of protection.
the applicable input entity parameters.
Ii – Maximum input current
Follow local electrical codes
The maximum current (peak a.c. or d.c.) that can be applied to the
The wiring method used to install EXO’s electrical port accessories connection facilities of apparatus without invalidating the type of protection.
should be in accordance to local electrical code. Installations are
subject to acceptance by the authority having jurisdiction. Pi – Maximum input power
The maximum power that can be applied to the connection facilities of
Barriers required
apparatus without invalidating the type of protection.
A barrier is required for each interface port when EXO is in a Class
I, Division 1, Groups A,B,C,D location or Class I, Zone 0/1, Group IIC Ci – Maximum internal capacitance
location. See diagram 10.3.6 for more information.
The maximum equivalent internal capacitance of the apparatus which
is considered as appearing across the connection facilities.
Intrinsic safety warning
Install EXO electrical port accessories as shown in the electrical Li – Maximum internal inductance
diagrams in sections 10.2 and 10.3 to ensure intrinsic safety.
The maximum equivalent internal inductance of the apparatus which is
considered as appearing at the connection facilities.

Uo – Maximum output voltage

The maximum voltage (peak a.c. or d.c.) that can appear at the connection
facilities of the apparatus at any applied voltage up to the maximum voltage.

Io – Maximum output current

The maximum current (peak a.c. or d.c.) in apparatus that can be taken from
the connection facilities of the apparatus.
Interface port A
Po – Maximum output power
Interface port B The maximum electrical power that can be taken from the apparatus.

Power port
Co – Maximum external capacitance
The maximum capacitance that can be connected to the connection
facilities of the apparatus without invalidating the type of protection.

Lo – Maximum external inductance

The maximum value of inductance that can be connected to the connection
facilities of the apparatus without invalidating the type of protection.

Lo/Ro – Maximum external inductance to resistance ratio

Maximum value of ratio of inductance to resistance that can be connected
to the external connection facilities of the electrical apparatus without
invalidating intrinsic safety.
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10.2 POWER PORT
This electrical port allows EXO to connect to a power supply and charge
its battery pack while it continues to monitor an area. Currently, two 4 3
Blackline G7 EXO accessories can attach to this port: Diagram 10.2.1
Power port schematic diagram
Trickle Charger allows EXO to be hardwired directly to a power source
Male plug
Solar Panel allows EXO to be powered in remote areas through solar energy. Pin assignment M12 plug, 4-pos.,
1 2 A-coded, view plug side
WARNING: Cables attached to the power port are only intrinsically safe
when properly set up with an electrical barrier.

Cable requirements
EXO’s power port is fitted with a male M12 4 pin plug. Electrical cables 1 - BN POWER IN (Ui) Diagram 10.2.2
with a female M12 4 pin receptacle are required to connect to this port. 2 - WH GND Power port circuit diagram
3 - BU N/C
Contact assignment of the M12
INSTALLING ACCESSORIES 4 - BK N/C plug and M12 receptacles
Install EXO power port accessories as shown in the following electrical
diagram to ensure intrinsic safety.

Diagram 10.2.3
Power port parameters

EXO Power Port Associated Apparatus

with Entity Parameters
Vmax (or Ui)
Imax (or Ii) Voc (or Uo) ≤ Vmax (or Ui)
Pi Isc (or Io) ≤ Imax (or Ii)
Ci Po ≤ Pi
Li Co ≥ Ci + Ccable
Lo ≥ Li + Lcable
See table below for values

Power port input entity parameters

Terminal Ui Vmin Ii Pi Ci Li
Power port 18Vdc 10Vdc 500mA 5300mW 0F 12.48uH

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10.3 A/B INTERFACE PORTS
When safety notifications are triggered on EXO, A/B interface ports act
as switches by sending ON or OFF signals to connected accessories.
Ask your Blackline Safety distributor or sales representative for a list of
Blackline G7 EXO accessories that attach to the A/B interface ports.
3 4
If a high gas threshold is reached, port A will turn ON. Any device Diagram 10.3.1
connected to port A will be active. The port will turn OFF when gas Interface port schematic diagram
levels go back to normal on EXO.
Female receptacle
If a low gas threshold is reached, port B will turn ON. Any device Pin assignment M12 socket, 4-pos.,
connected to port B will be active. The port will turn OFF when gas 2 1 A-coded, view receptacle side
levels go back to normal on EXO.

Cable requirements
Both of EXO’s A/B interface ports are fitted with a female M12 4 pin
1 - BN LOW-SIDE SWITCH Diagram 10.3.2
receptacle. Electrical cables with a male M12 4 pin plug are required to
2 - WH GND Interface port circuit diagram
connect to these ports.
3 - BU HI-VOLTAGE OUT
Contact assignment of the M12
EXO versions and serial numbers 4 - BK LOW-VOLTAGE OUT plug and M12 receptacles

Two versions of the EXO have different output port parameters.

High output EXOs have serial numbers 35880xxxxx, 35882xxxxx,
or 35884xxxxx. Low output EXOs have serial numbers 35881xxxxx,
35883xxxxx, or 35885xxxxx.

INSTALLING ACCESSORIES
Install EXO interface port accessories as shown in the following
electrical diagrams to ensure intrinsic safety.

Diagram 10.3.3
Interface port parameters – Low-side switch

EXO Interface Ports Associated Apparatus

with Entity Parameters
Vmax (or Ui)
Imax (or Ii) Voc (or Uo) ≤ Vmax (or Ui)
Pi Isc (or Io) ≤ Imax (or Ii)
Ci Po ≤ Pi
Li Co ≥ Ci + Ccable
Lo ≥ Li + Lcable
See table below for values

Input entity parameters (low side switch)

Terminal Ui Ii Pi Ci Li
Pin 1 to pin 2 (GND) 24Vdc 3.33A 1.25W 0F 0H

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Diagram 10.3.4
Interface port parameters – pins 3 & 4

EXO Interface Ports Associated Apparatus

with Entity Parameters
Voc (or Uo)
Isc (or Io) ≤ Vmax (or Ui)
Po ≤ Imax (or Ii)
Co ≤ Pi
Lo ≥ Ci + Ccable
Lo/Ro ≥ Li + Lcable

See table below for values

Output entity parameters - high output models (G7EXO-NA2 serial# 35880xxxxx, G7EXO-EU2
serial# 35882xxxxx, G7EXO-AZ2 serial# 35884xxxxx)

Terminal Uo Io Po Co Lo Lo/Ro*
Pin 3 to pin 2 (GND) 20.76Vdc 268mA 1.39W 0.194uF 495uH 6.39uH/Ω
Pin 4 to pin 2 (GND) 4.94Vdc 108mA 97mW 100uF 3.05mH 91.68uH/Ω

Output entity parameters - low output models (G7EXO-NA2 serial# 35881xxxxx, G7EXO-EU2
serial# 35883xxxxx, G7EXO-AZ2 serial# 35885xxxxx)

Terminal Uo Io Po Co Lo Lo/Ro*
Pin 3 to pin 2 (GND) 20.76Vdc 93mA 0.479W 0.194uF 4.1mH 18.2uH/Ω
Pin 4 to pin 2 (GND) 3.6Vdc 1.21A 3W 1000uF 24.3uH 21.9uH/Ω

* Li may be greater than Lo and the cable length restrictions due to

cable inductance (Lcable), and can be ignored if both of the following
conditions are met:

Lo/Ro ≥ Li/Ri
Lo/Ro ≥ Lcable/Rcable

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Diagram 10.3.5
Interface port functional parameters

EXO Interface Non-hazardous

Ports A or B Accessory
pin 1

pin 2

pin 3
18V

pin 4
3.2V

Functional output parameters for interface ports A and B - high output models
(G7EXO-NA2 serial# 35880xxxxx, G7EXO-EU2 serial# 35882xxxxx, G7EXO-AZ2 serial# 35884xxxxx)

Terminal Uo Io† Po† Co Lo

Pin 3 to pin 2 (GND) 18Vdc 268mA 850mW 0.194uF 495uH
Pin 4 to pin 2 (GND) 3.2Vdc 32mA 25mW 100uF 23.9uH

Functional output parameters for interface ports A and B - low output models
(G7EXO-NA2 serial# 35881xxxxx, G7EXO-EU2 serial# 35883xxxxx, G7EXO-AZ2 serial# 35885xxxxx)

Terminal Uo Io† Po† Co Lo

Pin 3 to pin 2 (GND) 18Vdc 48mA 479mW 0.194uF 4.1mH
Pin 4 to pin 2 (GND) 3.2Vdc 1000mA 3.0W 1000uF 24.2uH
†
Io and Po will be reduced if both pin 3 and pin 4 are utilized
simultaneously.

Functional input parameters (low side switch)

for interface ports A and B

Terminal Ui Ii Pi Ci Li
Pin 1 to pin 2 (GND) 24Vdc 3.33A 1.25W 0F 0H

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Diagram 10.3.6
Interface port functional parameters with barriers

EXO Interface Non-hazardous

Ports A or B Diode Barrie r Accessory
pin 1

pin 2

pin 3
18V
Dual Barrie r
pin 4
3.2V

NOTE: A barrier is required for each interface port. The diode barrier and
dual barrier can be individual units or a joint unit.

Functional output parameters for interface ports A and B - high output models
(G7EXO-NA2 serial# 35880xxxxx, G7EXO-EU2 serial# 35882xxxxx, G7EXO-AZ2 serial# 35884xxxxx)

Terminal Uo Io† Po† Co Lo

Pin 3 to pin 2 (GND) 18Vdc 268mA 850mW 0.194uF 495uH
Pin 4 to pin 2 (GND) 3.2Vdc 32mA 25mW 100uF 23.9uH

Functional output parameters for interface ports A and B - low output models
(G7EXO-NA2 serial# 35881xxxxx, G7EXO-EU2 serial# 35883xxxxx, G7EXO-AZ2 serial# 35885xxxxx)

Terminal Uo Io† Po† Co Lo

Pin 3 to pin 2 (GND) 18Vdc 48mA 479mW 0.194uF 4.1mH
Pin 4 to pin 2 (GND) 3.2Vdc 1000mA 3.0mW 1000uF 24.2uH
†
Io and Po will be reduced if both pin 3 and pin 4 are utilized
simultaneously.

Functional input parameters (low side switch)

for interface ports A and B

Terminal Ui Ii Pi Ci Li
Pin 1 to pin 2 (GND) 24Vdc 3.33A 1.25W 0F 0H

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11 FIRMWARE UPDATES 12 SUPPORT

11.1 OVER-THE-AIR (OTA) UPDATES 12.1 LEARN MORE

To offer new features, Blackline Safety periodically releases over-the-air Visit Support.BlacklineSafety.com to find more support and training
(OTA) firmware updates. OTA firmware updates are only available when materials for EXO.
EXO is on a cellular network. Firmware updates have two steps:

1. Automatic download
12.2 CUSTOMER CARE
2. Automatic installation For technical support, please contact our Customer Care team.

Automatic download North America (24 hours)

When a firmware update is released, EXO will gradually download the Toll Free: 1-877-869-7212 | [email protected]
update whenever it is on and connected to a cellular network. EXO
will be ready to install the firmware update when the download is United Kingdom (8am-5pm GMT)
complete. This will not interfere with normal EXO use.
+44 1787 222684 | [email protected]

Automatic installation
International (24 hours)
The completely downloaded update
+1-403-451-0327 | [email protected]
will automatically be installed the
next time EXO is powered on. This
installation will add 30-60 seconds to
the startup sequence.

When the green light is solid and EXO is

connected, it will automatically power
down. The top lights will then flash
red and yellow and the device will be
unresponsive. After 30-60 seconds, EXO
will power back up and display the new
firmware version it has downloaded.

Once completed, EXO will continue to

monitor as usual.

WARNING: EXO will NOT monitor during the installation process.

Specific information about new updates can be found at

Support.BlacklineSafety.com. If you have any questions, please contact
our Customer Care team.

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13 SPECIFICATIONS

13.1 DETAILED
SPECIFICATIONS
Functional settings Cellular wireless radio A/B interface ports
SOS latch: Pull latch to trigger SOS alert Wireless coverage: 100 countries, 200 wireless carriers Intrinsically safe, highly configurable external signal
Low-battery: Configurable threshold North America: 3G/4G radio; 3G UMTS bands 2 and 5; ports designed to integrate with external alarms and
Connection lost: Configurable time period 4G bands 2, 4 and 5 electrical systems.
Two-way voice calls: Receive voice calls from International: 2G/4G radio; 2G GSM bands E-GSM and
monitoring personnel Four pins per interface port
PCS; 4G bands 3, 7 and 20
Two-way messages: Custom messages and 10 pre- Pin 1: Low side switch
Asia Pacific: 3G/4G radio; 3G UMTS band 1;
configured sent to monitoring personnel Voc=24Vdc, Isc=3.33A, Co=0F, Lo=0H
4G bands 3, 8 and 28
Maintenance code: Configurable 4 digits Pin 2: Ground
Antenna: Internal
Push-to-talk: Send and receive voice messages to Pin 3: High voltage out
other G7 devices Voc=18Vdc, Isc=268mA, Co=0.194uF, Lo=495uH
Satellite module Pin 4: Low voltage out
User-upgradeable satellite module allows EXO to Voc=3.2Vdc, Isc=32mA, Co=100uF, Lo=23.9uH
Gas cartridge features
connect to the Iridium satellite network for remote
High gas alert areas outside of cellular connectivity. Environmental
Low gas warning alarm
Under limit (UL) Optional module: Yes Storage temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Over limit alerts (OL) Network: Iridium, global coverage Operating temperature: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Bump test and calibration notification Radio: 1621 MHz, 2 Watts Charging temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Bump test and calibration failure Antenna: Internal Ingress Protection: Designed to meet IP65

Size & weight Wireless updates Approvals

Material: Rugged housing built from aluminum, plastic Device configuration changes: Yes RoHS, CE, RCM
and rubberized bumpers Device firmware upgrade (OTA): Yes Canada & USA: Class I Division 1 Group A,B,C,D T3;
Size: 385 mm x 188 mm x 220 mm (15.1”  x 7.4” x 8.7”) Class I Zone 0 AEx ia IIC T3; Ex ia IIC T3 Ga
Weight: 12.25Kg 27 lbs Location technology IECEx: Ex ia IIC T3 Ga
ATEX: Ex ia IIC T3 Ga
Multi-constellation: GPS/QZSS, Galileo, Beidou LEL: CSA C22.2 No.152; ISA 12.13.01
User interface Receiver type: 72-channel FCC ID: W77EXO IC: 8255A-EXO
Display: 4.4“ diagonal, 480 by 640 pixel, eight-colour Assisted-GNSS: Yes Contains:
active matrix liquid crystal display GNSS Accuracy: 5 m (16 feet), CEP 50%, 24 hours static FCC ID: XPY1EIQ24NN, Q639603N
Menu system: Driven by three-button keypad, IC: 8585A-1EIQ24NN, 4629A-9603N
Power button: On/off Four-channel pump module
SOS latch: Send emergency alert Optional module: Yes Warranty
Multi-language support: EN, FR, ES, DE, IT, NL, PT Number of pump channels: 4 G7 EXO area monitor: three-year hardware warranty,
Sampling period per channel: Adjustable extended warranty available
User notification Tubing length per channel: Up to 30 m (100 ft) Blackline complete lease option: provides
Green connectivity light: Blinking (powered), comprehensive warranty for full term
continuous (connected) Power & battery
360-degree visible yellow and red lights Rechargeable battery capacity: 144 Ah (LiFePO4) Blackline Live web application
Yellow light: Warning alarms Battery life in diffusion mode: 100 days at 20°C (68°F),
Red light: Alerts Cloud-hosted safety monitoring web application is
LEL-IR, H2S, CO and O2 config. highly customizable for every customer requirement.
Blue LiveResponse™ indicator light: Confirmation that Battery life in pump mode: 30 days at 20°C (68°F),
a monitoring team has acknowledged an alert Includes live map, employee address book, user
LEL-IR, H2S, CO and O2 config. roles, alert management, device configurations, alert
Charge time: ~12 hr setups and reporting.
Intrinsically safe power port: Yes, supports G7 EXO
continuous operation

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Gas sensor specifications
Gas Sensor type Range Resolution
Ammonia (NH3) Electrochemical 0–100 ppm 0.1 ppm
High-range ammonia (NH3) Electrochemical 0–500 ppm 1 ppm
Carbon monoxide (CO) Electrochemical 0–500 ppm 1 ppm
High-range carbon monoxide (CO) Electrochemical 0–2000 ppm 5 ppm
Hydrogen resistant carbon monoxide (CO-H) Electrochemical 0–500 ppm 1 ppm
Carbon dioxide (CO2) NDIR 0–50,000 ppm 50 ppm
Chlorine (Cl2) Electrochemical 0–20 ppm 0.1 ppm
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) Electrochemical 0-2 ppm 0.01 ppm
COSH (CO & H2S) Electrochemical 0–500 ppm CO, 1 ppm CO,
0–100 ppm H2S 0.1 ppm H2S
Hydrogen (H2) Electrochemical 0–40,000 ppm 1% LEL (400 ppm)
Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) Electrochemical 0–30 ppm 0.1 ppm
Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) Electrochemical 0–100 ppm 0.1 ppm
High-range hydrogen sulphide (H2S) Electrochemical 0-500 ppm 0.5 ppm
LEL-infrared (LEL-IR) NDIR 0–100% LEL 1% LEL
LEL-molecular property spectrometer MPS 0-100% LEL 1% LEL
(LEL-MPS)
Oxygen (O2) Pumped electrochemical 0–25% vol 0.1% vol
Photoionisation (PID) PID 0–4,000 ppm Dynamic
Sulfur dioxide (SO2) Electrochemical 0–100 ppm 0.1 ppm

NOTE: Check with Blackline for approval status. All specifications subject to change.

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14 LEGAL NOTICES AND CERTIFICATIONS

14.1 LEGAL NOTICES

Information in this document is subject to change FCC Compliance Industry Canada Compliance
without notice. This document is provided “as is” and
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-
Blackline Safety Corp. (“Blackline”) and its affiliated
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
companies and partners assume no responsibility
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, following two conditions: (1) this device may not
for any typographical, technical or other inaccuracies
and (2) this device must accept any interference cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
in this document. Blackline reserves the right to
received, including interference that may cause interference, including interference that may cause
periodically change information that is contained
undesired operation. undesired operation of the device.
in this document. However, Blackline makes no
commitment to provide any such changes, updates, NOTE: the grantee is not responsible for any changes
enhancements or other additions to this document to or modifications not expressly approved by the party Notification d’Industrie Canada
you in a timely manner or at all. responsible for compliance. Such modifications could Ce dispositif est conforme au(x) format(s) RSS libre(s)
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. d’Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est assujetti
Copyright © 2020 Blackline Safety Corp. All rights reserved.
aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) Cet appareil ne
NOTE: this equipment has been tested and found
Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this peut causer d’interférences nuisibles, et (2) cet appareil
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
disseminated, downloaded, or stored in any storage les interférences pouvant provoquer un mauvais
designed to provide reasonable protection against
medium, for any purpose without the express prior fonctionnement du dispositif.
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
written consent of Blackline Safety Corp (“Blackline”).
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
Blackline hereby grants permission to download Warning
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
a single copy of this manual onto some form of
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful Do not operate Blackline Safety products where you are
electronic storage medium to be viewed and to
interference to radio communications. However, there not able to safely operate your mobile/cellular phone.
print one copy of this manual or any revision hereto,
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
provided that such electronic or printed copy of Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused.
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
this manual must contain the complete text of Operation of this product, or similar products, must
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
this copyright notice. Further, any unauthorized always be supervised by an adult. Do not allow
which can be determined by turning the equipment
commercial distribution of this manual or any revision children access to the interior of any electrical product
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
hereto is strictly prohibited. and do not permit them to handle any cables.
interference by one or more of the following measures:
The Blackline, Alert. Locate. Respond. families of related Do not operate or store Blackline products outside
marks, images and symbols, including Blackline, G7, ƒ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
their specified operating or storage temperatures.
G7c, G7x, G7 EXO, LiveResponse, Loner, LonerIS, Loner ƒ Increase the separation between the equipment Consult section 13.1 for more information.
IS+, Loner M6, Loner M6i, Loner Mobile, Loner 900, and and receiver.
SureSafe are the exclusive properties and trademarks Blackline products may contain an internal lithium-
ƒ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
of Blackline Safety Corp. All other brands, product ion battery pack. Seek advice from your local
circuit different from that to which the receiver electronics recycling authority regarding the disposal
names, company names, trademarks and service
marks are the properties of their respective owners. is connected. of your device. Do not dispose of Blackline products
ƒ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV in your household trash.
Warranty technician for help.
Your G7 EXO device is warranted against defects in This device is compliant with radio frequency radiation
materials and workmanship for up to three years from exposure regulations for mobile devices. As such,
date of purchase. For further details regarding your a separation of at least 20 cm must be normally
Blackline warranty, please refer to your terms and maintained between the device and nearby persons.
conditions of service.

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14.2 INTRINSICALLY SAFE CERTIFICATION
Intrinsically Safe Sécurité intrinsèque
This device is certified Intrinsically Safe for use in Cet appareil est certifié à sécurité intrinsèque pour
Class I Division 1 Groups A,B,C,D T3; Ex ia IIC T3 Ga; l’usage en classe I division 1 groupe A,B,C,D T3; Ex
Class I Zone 0 AEx ia Group IIC T3 Ga hazardous ia IIC T3 Ga; classe I zone 0 AEx ia groupe IIC T3 Ga
(classified) locations. dans les lieux classés comme dangereux.

MC 267256 Standards:
UL 60079 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60079-0: 2019
Class I Division 1 Groups A,B,C,D; T3 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60079-11: 2014
Class I Zone 0 AEx ia IIC T3 Ga C22.2 No. 152 - M1984 (R2011)
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60079 UL 913, Eighth Edition
Ex ia IIC T3 Ga UL 60079-0: Sixth Edition
UL 60079-11: Sixth Edition
ANSI/ISA 12.13.01: 2000
EN 60079-0: 2012/A11:2013
IECEx/ATEX: IECEx SIR 20.0022X; Sira 20ATEX2004X EN 60079-11: 2012
IEC 60079; EN 60079 IEC 60079-0: 2011 6th Edition
Ex ia IIC T3 Ga IEC 60079-11: 2011 6th Edition

2813 II 1 G

-20°C ≤ Tamb ≤ +50°C

Base unit P/N “G7EXO-#” (# = NA2, EU2, AZ2, or VZ2)

Caution Attention
For safety reasons this equipment must be operated Pour des raisons de sécurité, cet équipment doit
and serviced by qualified personnel only. High off- être utilisé, entretenu et réparé uniquement par
scale readings may indicate explosive concentration. un personnel qualifié. Des lectures supérieures à
l’échellepeuvent indiquer des concentration explosives.
The equipment shall only be charged when in the
non-hazardous area using a charger specifically L’équipement ne doit être chargé que dans la
supplied for use with the unit (for example part zone non dangereuse à l’aide d’un chargeur
number JAC2504L-XX, manufactured by Schauer spécifiquement fourni pour l’utilisation avec
Battery Chargers), approved as SELV or Class 2 l’appareil (par exemple, la référence JAC2504L-
equipment against IEC 60950, IEC 61010-1 or an NA, fabriquée par Schauer Battery Chargers) SELV
equivalent IEC standard. The maximum voltage and ou Classe 2 selon IEC 60950, IEC 61010-1 ou une
current from the charger shall not exceed 5Vdc and norme IEC équivalente. La tension et le courant
25A respectively. maximum du chargeur ne doivent pas dépasser
respectivement 5Vdc et 25A.
Consult with your organization’s safety professional
for further information regarding the topic of S’il vous plaît consulter professionnel de la sécurité de
intrinsic safety and any policies, procedures, facilities, votre organisation pour de plus amples informations
or locations within facilities that may be related to concernant le sujet de la sécurité intrinsèque et
intrinsic safety. les politiques, les procédures, les installations, ou
emplacements au sein des établissements qui
peuvent être liés à la sécurité intrinsèque.

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