SidePak User Guide
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1. 26 Setup tere e DURS e eee 27 Time Dates eet eis 27 Setting the Real Time Clock Using TRAKPRO 27 Clear 27 Log Interval tee ee beet ied 28 Editing the List of Log Intervals with TRAKPRO 29 Time Constant 2 iet teer cot dee seve teens 29 Editing the List of Time Constants Using TRAKPRO 30 ez pm 30 Editing the List of Calibration Factors using TRAKPRO MM 31 Adjust aces 33 E 34 35 4 4 1 37 Maintaining Rechargeable Battery Packs 37 Charging a NiMH Battery 37 Zeroing the AMB10 cccccesesceeeseeeceeeeeeeaeeeeaeeseeeeeeeaeeeeaaeeeeeeeteas 38 Using and Maintaining Built in 39 Using and Maintaining the Respirable Cyclone 42 Cleaning the Cyclone 43 510 Field Service 44 5 TROUBLESHOOTING eeeeesesesesesenen enne nnnnnnnn 45 APPENDIXES 5 5 2222 212 49 Battery Information 2 4 4 00000 0 kaanane aiaa aaa 51 Typical Battery Life2. 51 B CUSTOM 5 222221 53 Determining the Calibration Factor for a Specific Aerosol 53 C CONVERTING STORED DATA TO CALIBRATED DATA 55 D QUICK REFERENCE 2 c2 ccssceesceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneneneneeseeeeees 57 Visit TSI s website at http www tsi com Far curent information www tsi com Safety Information When operated according to the manufacturer s instruction this device is a Class I laser product as defined by U S Department of Health and Human Services standards under the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968 A certification and identification label like the one shown below is affixed to each instrument Sidepak AM 510 Aerosol Monitor S N 02050026 MFD May 2002 Ps Shoreview MN COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR 1040 10 AND 1040 11 Made in USA There are no user serviceable parts inside this instrument Performing services other than those described in this manual may result in exposure to harmful visible laser radiation A warning label like the one shown below is affixed to the internal laser device DANGER VISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM WARNING NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL iii iv Chapter 1 Unpacking and Parts Identification Carefully unpack the Model AM510 SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor from the shipping container
3. Exposure Monitoring Model AM510 SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor User Guide 1980456 Revision B May 2003 TSI Model AM510 SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor User Guide May 2003 P N 1980456 Rev B SHIP TO MAIL TO E mail address TSI Incorporated answers tsi com 500 Cardigan Road Website Shoreview MN 55126 3996 http www tsi com USA INTERNATIONAL U S Customer Service Customer Service 001 651 490 3838 800 861 7919 651 490 3838 Fax Fax 001 651 490 3824 651 490 3824 TSI Copyright TSI Incorporated 2002 2003 All rights reserved Address TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Fax No 651 490 3824 Limitation of Warranty and Liability effective July 2000 Seller warrants the goods sold hereunder under normal use and service as described in the operator s manual shall be free from defects in workmanship and material for twenty four 24 months or the length of time specified in the operator s manual from the date of shipment to the customer This warranty period is inclusive of any statutory warranty This limited warranty is subject to the following exclusions a Hot wire or hot film sensors used with research anemometers and certain other components when indicated in specifications are warranted for 90 days from the date of shipment b Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services are warranted to be free from defects in wo
4. MEMORY 100 zm VERSION 1 0 13 25 02 WARMUP 027222202 0 259 mg m3 zt Main Menu ane MENU 1 Log Data Logging Menu Setup DATA LOG 1 Statistics pH S Zero Cal Run Prog 1 Run Prog 2 Not shown For Prog 1 and Prog 2 preprogram start amp stop time using TRAKPRO software Select Test Setup Menu STATISTICS IS SETUP MENU lest 1 Time Date Not shown L 7 I Test 2 PROGRAM Test 3 1 Delayed Strt START TIME Adjust Flow o START DATE 95 17 02 FLOWRATE Range Display Stats After Start time LOGGNG DATA 0 325 mg m3 MANUAL MODE BATT 379 min 8 HOUR TWA 0 010 mg m3 CAL FACTOR 0081 15 Mist2 00 TIME CONST 1 sec ELAPSED TIME 55m 35s 13 25 02 05 17 2002 LOG INTERVAL 1 sec INTVL 1 x 1 sec 57 TSI TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 U S A Web www tsi com
5. Use the table below to determine which components are included with the kit or single unit you purchased A photo and description of each item follows the table If any parts are missing contact TSI immediately 421dvi 1 510 Monitor Body Wd 1650 mAH NiMH 1 OiT PaaS a SIDEPAK AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor Accessory List 3 Unit Kits 10 510 510 AM510 AMETUO 1600 20K Se pem NEED 11 3011 1400 Item 2700 mAH MiMH B3 Accessories not included Zero Filter single units Power Supply Charger 3 3 3 USB Cable tt Sample Tube Screwdriver diee Calibration Certificate 1 1 1 Quick Reference Card UET 2 7 1 1 D p d 7 Sp eee gt aa AM510 Single unit Kit with all accessories shown AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor AM510 1000 Battery Pack 2700 mAH 801722 shown disassembled AA Battery Pack 801708 Battery Pack 1650 mAH 801724 Unpacking and Parts Identification Single Carry Case 11 25 x 9 x 4 25 1319289 3 Unit Carry Case 17 x 12 5 x 4 2 1319316 DIG ja a wm mu Impactor Kit 801702 coma i MISIT irum Cor Des Decors Cyclone Kit 801701 TRAKPRO 7 Zero Filter 800663 7 Power S
6. the SIDEPAK monitor into an open USB port and following the onscreen instructions When asked have the program search the TRAKPRO CD to locate the driver TRAKPRO software contains a comprehensive Online Help Function This utility provides all the necessary information to guide you in all aspects of software operation after the software is installed There is no separately printed TRAKPRO Data Analysis software manual Notice that there is a great deal of additional information on the CD including an electronic searchable copy of this manual Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 14 Chapter 2 Connecting the SIDEPAK AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor to Your Computer for the first time Most SIDEPAK 510 kits include a USB Universal Serial Bus cable that connects between the instrument and an available USB port on your PC 1 Locate an available USB port on your computer 2 Connect the larger end of the USB cable to the USB port 3 Turn the SIDEPAK 510 on 4 Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB port on the SIDEPAK 510 5 first time you plug in the SIDEPAK 510 the Windows utility for installing new hardware will launch automatically Follow the onscreen instructions for installing the drivers When asked for the location of the driver files select the CD ROM 6 Afterthe New Hardware utility has finished complete the installation of TRAKPRO softwa
7. AA Alkaline Cells 29 6 22 5 P N 801708 with AA NiMH Cells 8 8 6 7 six user supplied AA cells 1600 mAH per cell Cells cannot be charged while inside AA Pack Communications Interface USB 1 1 USB Mini B socket Minimum Computer Requirements for TRAKPRO Software Communications port Operating system 52 Universal Serial Bus USB v1 1 or higher Microsoft Windows 98 Me 2000 XP USB not supported in Windows 95 or NT Appendix A Appendix B Custom Calibrations In most situations the SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor Model 510 provides very good information on how the concentration of an aerosol changes for over time Factory calibration to the respirable fraction of standard ISO 12103 1 Al Test Dust formerly Arizona Test Dust allows comparisons between measurements where the source or type of dust is predominately the same Because optical mass measurements are dependent upon particle size and material properties there may be times when a custom calibration will improve your accuracy for a specific aerosol The SIDEPAK 510 monitor has several features to aid in obtaining good accuracy for a specific aerosol e The SIDEPAK monitor s custom calibration factor can be changed through the instrument keypad All future readings from the SIDEPAK monitor will correspond to a specific aerosol until the calibration factor is changed back to the factory setting e Custom calibra
8. USB Universal Serial Bus communications cable Keypad Functions To turn the instrument ON press the PAGE key The model number serial number firmware revision and battery charge are displayed for a few seconds before entering Survey Mode F rai To turn the instrument OFF press and hold the PAGE CE key for three 3 seconds Release when the countdown reaches 0 SECONDS et Use the PAGE key to go back to the previous menu os a Use the key to execute selected menu options and confirm changes Use the A V arrow keys to scroll through vertical menus and to change numeric values To toggle between an unlocked and locked keypad tamper prevention press and hold the A key and press 1 When the keypad is locked the display shows KEYPAD LOCK Identifying SIDEPAK AM510 Features USB Port Power Port Exhaust Port Inlet Battery Screw Power Up USB Port 4 Exhaust Port Inlet Use the Universal Serial Bus USB port and USB cable to connect the SIDEPAK 510 to an available USB port on your computer The connector on the AMS10 is a type USB Mini B socket Connect the 9 VDC power supply to this port to charge TSI NiMH battery packs or to power the instrument at any time Many power supplies look alike make certain you use the right power supply to prevent damage Air drawn though the instrument exits here Interchangeable inlet You can
9. install the standard inlet or one of three impactors provided with SIDEPAK AMS10 Kits Remove these two screws to remove the battery pack Turn the SIDEPAK 510 on by pressing the PAGE key The 510 will display the model number serial number percent memory remaining and firmware version It will now immediately go into Warmup Mode during which time the pump is reaching the flow rate setpoint During this time in 18 Chapter 3 Warmup Mode while the pump is in the process of reaching the flow rate setpoint if the AM510 is under battery power Battery Life Remaining will change decrease to account for the increasing current consumption of the pump finally reaching a steady state when the desired flow rate setpoint is achieved After the pump has achieved the flow rate setpoint it will go into Survey Mode Power Down To turn the SIDEPAK 510 off press the PAGE key until the instrument displays SURVEY MODE Then press and hold the PAGE key Release the key after the 3 second countdown reaches zero Survey Mode When the SIDEPAK monitor is first turned on it will always go into Survey Mode In Survey Mode the instrument displays real time aerosol concentration readings in units of milligrams per cubic meter mg m Data logging is not enabled during Survey Mode While in Survey Mode use the A V keys to view the Percentage of memory available Battery life remaining displayed in minutes Time of day Today s
10. manually starts the sample Log interval Enter the log interval to use for the test Test length Enter the length for the sample e Ifyou enter a value the instrument automatically turns off when the last test is complete If you enter a blank you must manually stop the sample Number of tests Enter the number of tests to perform These tests will happen sequentially with the Time between tests spaced in between each repetition Time between If you have specified more than one Number tests of tests enter the time between tests If you enter 0 or blank the next test is started immediately after the last test is complete Operation 23 24 While you are entering values for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes the Percent Memory Required is dynamically updated to show the amount of SIDEPAK memory required to take the programmed sample If the protocol you have defined requires more than 100 of memory or more than the available memory you can decrease the amount of memory required by manipulating the following protocol parameters e Increase the logging interval e Decrease the time length for the test e Decrease the number of tests Note For proper operation the settings for each Prog mode must not require more than 100 of the logger memory If the Percent memory required is greater than the Available memory the logging instrument automatically stops the test when memory is full 4 When you have finished defining the
11. parameters for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes select Send The software confirms that the instrument was programmed properly 5 Youcan now disconnect the SIDEPAK monitor and cable from the computer Example Setup for Prog 1 and Prog 2 Modes Using TRAKPRO The following example describes how to program Prog 1 or Prog 2 mode tests The protocol for Prog 1 is set to take unattended aerosol readings for one day 6 1 2002 The logging sample begins at 8 00 a m and continues for eight hours The protocol for Prog 2 is set up to take unattended aerosol readings for two days beginning on 6 1 2002 Logging begins at 8 00 a m and continues for eight hours The instrument is off for 16 hours and then repeats the eight hour test on the following day The following graphic shows the dialog box displayed in the TRAKPRO software with these particular logging parameters Chapter 3 Operation To program the above example do the following 1 Make sure the SIDEPAK monitor is connected to the computer and turned on Select Logging Setup from the Instrument Setup menu TRAKPRO software retrieves the current settings for Prog and Prog 2 modes from the SIDEPAK monitor and displays them in the dialog shown above Enter the following for Prog 1 and Prog 2 Setting Prog Prog2 Test length 00 08 00 00 08 00 Number of tests 43 c gt O 2 Time between 00 00 00 00 16 00 tests Select Send The SIDEPAK monitor is pro
12. power supply is first plugged into the 510 the display will first show DETECTING BATTERY TYPE If a TSI NiMH battery pack is detected the display will show CHARGING BATTERY until charging is completed Once the battery is fully charged the display will show CHARGING COMPLETE The instrument may be turned on at any time during or after the charging process by pressing the PAGE key Turning the instrument on during the charging process will abort charging If the 6 cell AA size battery pack is detected regardless of installed cell type or there is no battery pack at all the display will show CHARGING OFF after 30 seconds It is not possible to recharge AA rechargeable batteries by placing them in the 6 cell AA size battery pack and attaching them to the SIDEPAK monitor Zeroing the AM510 For best results it s important to zero the 510 prior to each test This ensures more accurate data especially for low aerosol concentrations It only takes a few minutes 38 Chapter 4 1 Locate the zero filter provided with 510 kits and attach it to the inlet of the SIDEPAK monitor 2 Start the AMSIO by pressing the PAGE key After the monitor goes into SURVEY MODE press the key to reach the MAIN MENU 3 Under MAIN MENU use A V keys to scroll to Zero Cal and press 4 4 The 510 will now prompt you to attach the zero filter to the inlet of the 510 When the zero filter is connected press J 5 The AMSIO will cou
13. with time constants Log intervals only affect recorded readings Time constants only affect the AM510 LCD display There are five preprogrammed choices for log intervals If necessary the list of available log intervals may be permanently altered using TRAKPRO Software After selecting Log Interval from the Setup Menu the display will show LOG INTVLx where x is a number from 1 to 5 This is the currently selected log interval The value of that log interval is shown on the second line Use the A V keys to scroll through the available log intervals Press 1 when the interval you wish to use is displayed The factory preset choices are LOG INTVL1 1 LOG INTVL2 10sec LOG INTVL3 30 sec LOG INTVL4 1 LOG INTVL5 5min Chapter 3 Operation Editing the List of Log Intervals with TRAKPRO To program the list of log intervals available for Run Manual Mode 1 Start TRAKPRO Software and make sure the SIDEPAK monitor is connected to the computer and turned on 2 In TRAKPRO select Parameters then Logging Intervals from the Instrument Setup menu TRAKPRO software retrieves the current list of log intervals from the SIDEPAK monitor and displays them 3 Enter a value for each of the five log intervals the range is from second to 59 minutes and 59 seconds 4 Select Send The SIDEPAK monitor is now reprogrammed to offer the log intervals you have specified 5 Use the SIDEPAK monitor keypad to make sur
14. you can assume that all particles smaller than the cut off size pass through and all larger particles become trapped in the grit pot The cut off size for any cyclone is dependent on flow rate It is very important that the sample flow rate through the SIDEPAK monitor be set at 1 7 liters per minute lpm If some other flow rate is set the cut off size will be unknown 1 Besure that you have the standard inlet unmarked installed on the SIDEPAK AMS10 body and that there is no impactor insert inside 42 Chapter 4 2 Attach the cyclone and the same sample tube you intend to use onto the AMS 10 inlet 3 Adjust the flow rate of the 510 1 7 Ipm See the Operation chapter for instructions on how to set the flow rate The SIDEPAK monitor and cyclone are now ready to use Attach the cyclone to the individual test subject s clothing using the U tube and clip provided with the cyclone Cleaning the Cyclone The 10 mm Nylon Dorr Oliver Cyclone should be cleaned prior to each use In most cases simply cleaning the grit pot will be all that is needed Inspect the inside of the cyclone body regularly and clean it if necessary 1 Unscrew the grit pot from the bottom of the cyclone Remove the stainless steel cyclone clip and pull the cap off 2 Hold the open end of the grit pot down and tap it on a hard surface to dislodge particles Repeat with the cyclone body Note lf dirt is visible inside either the grit pot or the cy
15. 10 Input voltage range 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Output voltage 9 VDC Q 1 0A Maintenance Factory clean calibrate Recommended annually User zero calibration Before each use User flow calibration As needed 50 Appendix A Approvals Intrinsic Safety Rating Information TSI Battery Pack P Ns 801722 or 801724 INTRINSICALLY SAFE CSA Exia T2A with 801724 T2C with 801722 Class Groups A B C D File 200507 TSI Battery Pack P N 801708 Not Intrinsically Safe Immunity EN61326 1 1997 A11998 Clause 6 Emissions EN61326 1997 Amendment A1 1998 All Dust Plugs and gaskets must be installed on the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 in addition to using the above battery packs to achieve Intrinsic Safety Rating Battery Information Charge Intrinsically Battery Option Time Safe CSA Rating 1650 mAH NiMH 3 5 hours Yes Exia T2A Pack P N 801724 Class Groups A B C D 2700 mAH NiMH 5 5 hours Yes Exia T2C Pack P N 801722 Class 1 Groups A B C D 6 Cell AA size Pack N A No N A P N 801708 Of a full depleted battery All dust plugs and gaskets must be installed Specifications 51 Typical Battery Life Cell Type Hours Hours Battery Pack 0 7 Ipm 1 7 Ipm 1650 mAH NiMH NiMH 11 5 9 2 Pack P N 801724 4 8 V 1650 mAH 2700 mAH NiMH NiMH 19 8 15 6 Pack P N 801722 4 8 V 2700 mAH 6 Cell AA size Pack
16. A Battery 8 Replacing the Cells in the AA Battery 10 Using the Power 10 Keypad enne nenne 12 Setting the Real Time Clock Using the Keypad 12 Setting the Date 2 80 12 Setting the Current 13 Setting the Current Date sse 13 Installing TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software 14 Connecting the SIDEPAK AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor to Your Computer for the first time sss 15 Connecting the SIDEPAK AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor to Your Computer once the drivers are installed 15 255 nere eo rated 17 SUJET 17 Keypad Functions Lb n tiie tete eter 17 Identifying SIDEPAK AM510 18 Power Up eet edic m eR dae deett s 18 Power DOWD nti euet tees 19 Survey Mode dem E edet eee eddie tete 19 Menu iiiter e E n et 19 Data Bog E o E bo epatis 20 Programming Prog 1 and Prog 2 with TRAKPRO 21 Example Setup for Prog 1 and Prog 2 Modes Using TRAKPHO eade Lea e Lt instars EA oak cons 24 Things You Should Know About Using Prog 1 and Prog 2 Modes
17. Date Current calibration factor Note While in the Survey Mode if you view another display screen and leave the display in this location the AM510 display returns to the next higher level menu after 30 seconds Eventually it returns to the Survey Mode showing real time aerosol concentrations Main Menu When in the Survey Mode you can access the Main Menu by pressing the PAGE key Use the A V keys to select one of the following sub menus Data Log Setup Statistics Zero Cal Refer to the corresponding section below for details on each sub menu Operation 19 20 Data Log The Data Log sub menu contains three options e Run Manual e Run Prog 1 e Run Prog 2 Use the V keys to make a selection and press 1 to accept Run Manual immediately starts a data logging session called a Test Press or PAGE to stop a test in progress The 510 will ask you to confirm that you want to stop the test or not while data logging continues If you choose to continue Return by pressing the PAGE key there will be no break in the data While running a manual test the display shows LOGGING DATA as well as the last data value recorded Manual tests use the logging interval defined in Log Interval under the Setup Menu Each test you run is assigned a sequential number e g TEST 1 TEST 2 TEST 100 until memory is used up or cleared When a test is stopped the display immediately switches to the Statistics Menu wh
18. O test dust This procedure describes how to determine the calibration factor for a specific aerosol Using a calibration factor value of 1 00 will always revert back to the factory calibration To determine a new calibration factor you need some way of accurately measuring the concentration of aerosol hereafter referred to as the reference instrument A gravimetric analysis is often the best choice although it is limited to nonvolatile aerosols To make an accurate calibration you must simultaneously measure the aerosol concentration with the SIDEPAK monitor and your reference instrument 1 Zero the SIDEPAK monitor as described in the Maintenance chapter 2 Select a short logging interval e g 5 seconds in the Setup Logging Interval menu 3 Put the instrument in Run Manual Mode 4 Locate the SIDEPAK monitor and the reference sampler together so that they are measuring from the same area If you use a size selective inlet make sure each instrument has an identical inlet 5 Start sampling aerosol with both instruments at the same time Note Greater accuracy will be obtained with longer samples The time you permit for sampling often depends on the reference instrument and characteristics of the measured aerosol It may take some time to collect sufficient aerosol onto a filter cassette for accurate gravimetric analysis Refer to instructions of your reference instrument for sampling times Stop sampling with both instrument
19. Push on the bottom of the insert to make sure it is seated squarely and fully into the impactor body Inspect the O rings to make sure they are not pulled out of the grooves A Maintenance 41 6 Screw the impactor assembly back onto the AM510 body and tighten the two captive screws Do not over tighten Using and Maintaining the Respirable Cyclone The 10 mm Nylon Dorr Oliver Cyclone included with some 510 kits can be used to discriminate between the respirable fraction and other portions of the ambient aerosol It is ideal for making breathing zone measurements because it can be attached to a worker s clothing near his or her head TSI supplies a U tube and clip with the cyclone specifically for this purpose Cie 5 gt a ER 1 a U Tub amp Cli n Oem Diarr Civer Cyckana Four micrometers 4 um is internationally accepted as the 50 percent cut off size for respirable aerosols Particles larger than 4 um impact onto the surfaces of the upper respiratory tract and cannot reach the lungs The cyclone accessory provided with SIDEPAK AM510 kits is designed to provide a cut off at 4 um This is specified as a 50 percent cut off at 4 um The cyclone works by forcing the particle laden air sample to swirl inside the cyclone body Larger higher mass particles cannot follow the air stream and become trapped while smaller particles stay in the air stream and pass through When using the cyclone
20. Remove the AA cells It may be helpful when removing the cells to gently pry up the positive end of the cells using the flat bladed screwdriver Using the Power Supply The power supply allows you to power the SIDEPAK monitor from an AC wall outlet or to charge any of the TSI NiMH battery packs Connect the power supply to an AC wall outlet and plug the other end into the power port on the side of the 510 Many power supplies look alike Make certain you are gt using the proper power supply for the AM510 Using the wrong power supply may permanently damage the instrument and void the warranty Chapter 2 Maj USB Pont Exhaust Port Inlet Assemby The power supply cannot run the SIDEPAK monitor and charge the battery at the same time Make sure the instrument is turned off to initiate the charging cycle If the display does not show CHARGING BATTERY it is not charging When the power supply is first plugged into the 510 the display will first show the message DETECTING BATTERY TYPE If any of the TSI NiMH battery packs are detected the display will show CHARGING BATTERY Once the battery is fully charged the display will show CHARGING COMPLETE The instrument may be turned on at any time during or after the charging process by pressing the PAGE key Turning the instrument on during the charging process will abort charging If the AA battery pack is detected regardless of installed cell type
21. ach it to the inlet of the SIDEPAK monitor 2 Ifnecessary start the AM510 by pressing the PAGE key After the monitor goes into SURVEY MODE press the PAGE key to reach the MAIN MENU 3 Under MAIN MENU use the V keys to scroll to Zero Cal and press 1 4 The 510 will prompt you to attach the zero filter to the inlet of the 510 When the zero filter is connected press 1 5 The AMSIO will count down from 60 to 0 and display Zero Cal Complete for a few seconds before switching back to the MAIN MENU Do not press any keys during the count down or else the Zero cal process will abort 6 Now the instrument is ready to make accurate measurements Operation 35 Chapter 4 Maintenance The SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor Model 510 requires periodic maintenance The most common procedures are listed below Charging batteries Zeroing Impactor maintenance Cyclone maintenance In addition to the procedures in this chapter TSI recommends that you return your SIDEPAK Model AMS10 Personal Aerosol Monitor to the factory for annual calibration Regular factory authorized cleaning and recalibration helps ensure that your instrument is working properly has the latest updates and will provide accurate and reliable measurements Maintaining Rechargeable Battery Packs The SIDEPAK monitors incorporate the Smart Battery Management System that allows for fast charging and long battery life This system utilizes a built
22. are is included with SIDEPAK 510 kits on a CD ROM TRAKPRO software allows you to preprogram the 510 download data create graphs and make combined graphs with data from other TSI instruments The following sections describe how to install the software and set up the computer Note You must use TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software version 3 30 or higher to communicate with the TSI SIDEPAK 510 Older versions do not support the instrument You can download the latest version of TRAKPRO software from the TSI website www tsi com To use TRAKPRO software with your SIDEPAK AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor your PC must be running Microsoft Windows and it must have an available Universal Serial Bus USB port Windows 3 x Windows 95 and Windows NT do not support USB ports 1 Insert the TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software CD into your CD ROM drive Wait a few moments while the install screen starts automatically Note If the software does not start automatically after a few minutes manually run the program listed on the label of the CD using the Run command on the Windows Start Menu 2 Follow the directions to install TRAKPRO software Make certain that you install the USB driver when prompted Installing the USB driver requires you to plug the SIDEPAK monitor into an open USB port during the install process Note lf you neglected to install the USB driver during the initial installation of TRAKPRO you can do it later simply by plugging
23. ate with the V keys and press 1 Under TIME DATE select Format with the A W keys and press Use the A V keys to select the desired format then press 1 Press the PAGE key to return to Survey Mode Setting the Current Time 1 6 If necessary turn the SIDEPAK 510 on by pressing the PAGE key Press the PAGE key to access the Main Menu Under MAIN MENU select Setup with the A V keys and press 4 Under SETUP MENU select Time Date with the A VW keys and press Under the TIME DATE menu use the V keys to select Time Set the correct hour in 24 hour format e g 3 p m 15 hours then press J Use the A V keys to set the correct minutes and press J Press the PAGE key to return to Survey Mode Setting the Current Date 1 Setting Up If necessary turn the SIDEPAK 510 on by pressing the PAGE key Press the PAGE key to access the Main Menu Under MAIN MENU select Setup with the A V keys and press 4 Under SETUP MENU select Time Date with the A VW keys and press 1 Under TIME DATE menu use A V keys to select Date Use the V keys to set the correct year and press 1 Use the V keys to set the correct month and press J Use the A V keys to select the correct day and press 1 order will vary depending on selected date format 13 6 Press the PAGE key to return to Survey Mode Installing TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software TRAKPRO Data Analysis Softw
24. body The AM510 will sense the presence of the AA battery pack and automatically disable the charging function AA size rechargeable batteries may be used in the AA battery pack however they cannot be recharged by the SIDEPAK aerosol monitor charging system An external charger will be needed Instrument run time with AA size rechargeable cells may be unacceptably short see Typical Battery Life specifications The AA battery pack opens into two pieces During normal operation the bottom half is designed to be mounted to the instrument while the top half is removed for replacement of the cells Attach the bottom half containing the battery holders to the AM510 body first Slide it onto Chapter 2 the 510 body until it is firmly seated and the screw hole lines up Fasten it to the body with one screw as shown below Install six AA size battery cells Make sure the cells are installed in the proper direction by matching the polarity markings on the cell holder with the markings on the battery cells Attach the battery cover by carefully placing it in the forward position shown Slide the cover forward and under the lip on the instrument Fasten it in place with two screws Setting Up Replacing the Cells in the AA Battery Pack To replace the cells in the AA battery pack remove the battery pack cover Loosen the two screws about half way Slide the cover back until it is free of the screws then lift up and remove
25. choice of Calibration Factor as 0 25 This value is within the allowable range but is considered an unusually low value For this reason the software asks for a confirmation before proceeding Note This action only adds a new Cal Factor to a list of available factors This does not program this new Cal Factor into the instrument To reprogram the instrument continue with the procedure 32 Chapter 3 Sel Use Cahbiabon Factors Instiumeri Facies New Cal Factor Select from bist Cunard Cal Factor coal 025 s in Factory Ad Factor ee Operation After entering the new Cal Factor into the list of available factors the instrument is programmed with this new factor Highlight the selected cal factor in this example coal and click one of the two arrow buttons In this example the coal Cal Factor was programmed into Cal Factor 4 replacing the previous selection of oil mist Store ini Iretument Feces fim red TP 3 Custom ca gt 4 Custom is Press Send This downloads the currently defined Cal Factors into the instrument To activate a particular Cal Factor return to the instrument Setup Menu scroll down to and select the Cal Factor menu Scroll down to the desired Cal Factor and press 4 The SIDEPAK monitor response for all subsequen
26. clone body it may be necessary to blow compressed air into the cyclone parts and or to clean them with soap and water A mild solvent like isopropanol may also be used Make certain that the cyclone is perfectly dry before using it 3 Re assemble the cyclone Note that the stainless steel cyclone clip that holds the cap onto the body will only fit one way The cyclone cleaning procedure is now completed Maintenance 43 per Cyclone dip not shown RIE EF Exploded View of 10 mm Nylon Dorr Oliver Cyclone AM510 Field Service Kit The SIDEPAK 510 Field Service Kit P N 801700 includes Dust Plugs 2 sets and Battery Screws 2 sets Parts from this field service kit are for replacement of damaged or lost Dust Plugs or Battery Screws 44 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting TSI recommends that you return your SIDEPAK Model AMS 10 Personal Aerosol Monitor to the factory for annual calibration Regular factory authorized cleaning and recalibration helps ensure that your instrument is working properly has the latest updates and will provide accurate and reliable measurements If you are having a problem with your SIDEPAK AMS10 use the information below to try and resolve it in the field If necessary contact TSI Incorporated or a local TSI distributor to arrange for service Contact information TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Website www tsi com E mail answe
27. e TIME CONST 3 10 sec e TIME CONST 4 15 sec e TIME CONST 5 30 sec Editing the List of Time Constants Using TRAKPRO To program the list of time constants using TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software 1 Make sure the SIDEPAK monitor is connected to the computer and turned on 2 Select Parameters then Time Constants from the Instrument Setup menu TRAKPRO software retrieves the current time constant settings from the SIDEPAK monitor and displays them 3 Enter a value for each of the five available time constants The range is limited to 1 60 seconds 4 Select Send 5 Use the SIDEPAK keypad to make sure the time constant is set to the value you want to use Cal Factor The cal calibration factor is a multiplier that is applied to the raw data prior to being displayed or recorded The purpose of the cal factor is to compensate the readings for aerosols that have different photometric properties than the aerosol used during factory calibration There are four choices for cal factors three of them adjustable CalFact 1 The factory cal factor permanently set to 1 00 Cal Fact 2 User adjustable Set using AM510 keypad CalFact3 Defined using TRAKPRO software CalFact4 Defined using TRAKPRO software After selecting Cal Factor from the Setup Menu the display will show CAL FACT x where X is a number from 1 to 4 This is the currently active cal factor The value of that cal factor is shown on the second
28. e sampler such as a cyclone or external impactor Maintenance 39 SIDEPAK size selective inlets use an internal impactor insert with two O rings This component functions as a collection plate where particles larger than the cut size are trapped The same insert is used for all impactors but it is not used at all for the standard inlet To make sure unwanted large particles remain trapped on the insert it is necessary to apply a small amount of impactor grease vacuum grease for the particle to stick to Grease is also applied to the O rings to aid assembly and improve sealing Note Size selective impactors will not function unless an impactor insert is installed To ensure proper performance the impactor insert should be removed cleaned and regreased prior to each use 1 Remove the impactor by loosening the two captive screws that hold the impactor in place Hier senda e ca oos Wo 2 Useasmall screwdriver to push against the flange on the insert stem and slide the insert out of the impactor body 40 Chapter 4 As necessary clean the top of the insert and the inside of the impactor body to remove accumulated particles Smear a very small amount of grease to the top of the insert collection plate and to the O rings Make sure there are two O rings on base Apply grease here t Mos 2 Carefully slide the insert into the impactor body until it is fully seated
29. e the log interval is set to the value you want to use Time Constant The time constant is used to dampen fluctuations in the displayed readings to make them easier to read The time constant setting affects values shown on the AM510 LCD display only The SIDEPAK 510 always makes a measurement once every second and updates the display every second regardless of the time constant selected Using a time constant greater than one second results in displayed readings that are averages of the 1 second readings For example a 10 second time constant will cause the display to show an average of the most recent ten 1 second readings In other words it is a 10 second moving average updated every second Do not confuse time constant with logging intervals Time constants only affect the AM510 display Log intervals only affect recorded readings There are five preprogrammed choices for time constants If necessary the list of available time constants may be permanently altered using TRAKPRO Software After selecting Time Constant from the Setup Menu the display will show TIME CONSTx where X is a number from 1 to 5 This is the currently active time constant The value of that time constant is shown on the second line 29 30 Use the A V keys to scroll through the available time constants Press when the time constant you wish to use is displayed The factory preset choices are e TIME CONST 1 1 sec e TIME CONST 2 5 sec
30. ed under warranty to Seller s factory shall be at Buyer s risk of loss and will be returned if at all at Seller s risk of loss Buyer and all users are deemed to have accepted this LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY which contains the complete and exclusive limited warranty of Seller This LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY may not be amended modified or its terms waived except by writing signed by an Officer of Seller Service Policy Knowing that inoperative or defective instruments are as detrimental to TSI as they are to our customers our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any problems If any malfunction is discovered please contact your nearest sales office or representative or call TSI s Customer Service department at 800 861 7919 USA or 001 651 490 3838 International For Technical Support call 800 861 7397 USA or 001 651 765 3777 International CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION CHAPTERS 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1 SIDEPAK 510 Personal Aerosol Monitor Accessory List 2 2 SEITING UP erret ertet et e tiir 7 Supplying Power to the SIDEPAK Aerosol Monitor 7 Battery Information sss eene 7 Installing the NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack vi Installing the A
31. ere you can view the following statistics for any stored test Maximum reading Minimum reading Average reading 8 hour TWA Time duration of test First select the test to view with the A W keys and press J Now you can page through the available statistics using the keys Initially the test you just completed is offered You can view test statistics any time you are not actively data logging by selecting Statistics under the Main Menu Run Prog 1 and Run Prog 2 allow you to execute a data logging test that was preprogrammed using TRAKPRO Software Preprogramming allows a great deal of flexibility that is not available with manual logging such as predefined start and stop times logging intervals calibration factors and more See Programming Prog 1 and Prog 2 with TRAKPRO Software later in this chapter Chapter 3 During data logging use the A V keys to view Battery life remaining displayed in minutes 8 hour TWA Elapsed time Current time and date Log interval If 30 seconds elapse without a key being pressed the display reverts back to LOGGING DATA and shows the last data value recorded To stop a test press the or PAGE key The 510 will ask you to confirm that you want to stop the test or not while data logging continues If you choose to continue Return there will be no break in the data If you stop a test in progress the AM510 will display Data Logging Stop Data Saved and switch to the Statistics Me
32. es Exia T2A Pack P N 801724 Class Groups A B C D 2700 mAH NiMH 5 5 hours Yes Exia T2C Pack P N 801722 Class 1 Groups A B C D 6 Cell AA size Pack N A No N A P N 801708 Of a full depleted battery All dust plugs and gaskets must be installed Installing the NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack Battery packs slide on and off the AM510 in the direction shown below There are serrations teeth that help hold the battery pack firmly onto the 510 body in addition to the two screws Sliding the battery on off requires firm pressure in the proper direction Battery Pack 1650 mAH Battery Pack 2700 mAH Place the battery pack on top of the AM510 body and push firmly to slide it on Make sure that the front edge of the battery fits under the lip near the keypad Once the battery pack is fully seated and the screw holes are lined up fasten it in place using the two battery screws provided Note When installing any of the NiMH battery packs for the first time you should charge the battery before using the AM510 to ensure proper operation See Using the Power Supply later in this chapter or the Maintenance chapter for charging information Installing the AA Battery Pack Note Alkaline battery cells are included with the AA battery pack TSI recommends size AA alkaline batteries for best performance The power supply may be used to power the 510 while the AA battery pack is attached to the AM510
33. grammed for the Prog 1 and Prog 2 protocols Note that the Prog 1 test requires 1 of the available memory and Prog 2 requires less than 1 of the memory A total of 10096 of the memory is available for use 25 26 6 You can now disconnect your SIDEPAK monitor from the computer After programming the SIDEPAK monitor with TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software attach the SIDEPAK monitor to the worker or location and turn it on Put it into Prog 1 or Prog 2 mode whichever you want using the keypad From SURVEY MODE press PAGE to access MAIN MENU Scroll to Data Log and press 1 Scroll to Run Prog 1 or Run Prog 2 and press J If desired lock the keypad to prevent tampering Press and hold the A key then press Repeat to unlock Things You Should Know About Using Prog 1 and Prog 2 Modes If you press the PAGE or J key during programmed operation the instrument responds with a message asking you to confirm your choice to end the program unless the keypad is locked If the programmed start date has already passed the program will not execute The instrument responds with a message indicating INVALID PRGM START DATE It is always best to enter both a start time and start date However setting the start time but no start date causes the SIDEPAK monitor to start at the specified time regardless of the date The instrument may not shut down prior to beginning logging If no start time is set the SIDEPAK mo
34. in computer chip in the battery packs The microprocessor monitors battery capacity and calculates run time information by dividing capacity of the battery mAH by the instantaneous current consumed by the instrument mA This calculation is correct for current operating conditions and can change due to current mA consumption or changes in battery capacity Conventional battery controllers can only make crude estimates of battery condition based on a simple voltage measurement TSI rechargeable battery packs use nickel metal hydride NiMH cells because they provide much greater capacity than conventional nickel cadmium NiCad cells and do not have the memory problems often associated with NiCad cells Charging a NiMH Battery Pack The power supply allows you to power the SIDEPAK monitor from an AC wall outlet or to charge any of the TSI NIMH battery packs Connect the power supply charger to an AC wall outlet and plug the other end into the power port on the side of the 510 37 Many power supplies look alike Make certain you are using the proper power supply for the AM510 Using the wrong power supply will permanently damage the instrument and void the warranty USB Port 2 Exhaust Part Inlet Assemby The power supply cannot run the SIDEPAK monitor and charge the battery at the same time Make sure the instrument is off to facilitate charging If the display does not show CHARGING BATTERY it is not charging When the
35. into the dialog box 4 Select Send to reprogram the real time clock inside the SIDEPAK monitor Clear Memory This function will permanently erase all logged data and associated statistics stored in memory It will not affect the Prog 1 and Prog 2 stored programs stored Cal Factors or any other settings 1 After selecting Clear Memory under the Setup Menu the display will show Press Enter Clr Memory Press 1 Operation 27 28 2 You will be prompted to confirm your intention with the display Confirm Clr Press Enter Press 4 3 The display will show Memory Cleared for a few seconds and will go back to the Setup Menu Log Interval The log interval is the time interval used between recorded data points during Run Manual logging operations log intervals for Prog 1 and Prog 2 are set using TRAKPRO Software For example if the log interval is set to 30 seconds a data point is stored to memory once every 30 seconds One reason you might want to use a longer log interval is to conserve memory The SIDEPAK 510 always makes a measurement once every second regardless of the log interval selected Using a log interval greater than one second results in stored data points that are averages of the 1 second readings For example a 10 second log interval will result in one stored data point every 10 seconds Each of those data points will represent the computed average of ten 1 second readings Do not confuse log intervals
36. ked out To toggle between an Display shows unlocked and locked KEYPAD LOCK keypad tamper prevention press and hold the A key and press lt When the keypad is locked the display shows KEYPAD LOCK LOW BATTERY Low battery charge Recharge batteries message is NiMH replace batteries displayed AA alkaline or use AC adapter ZERO DRIFT Zero baseline on Perform a zero message is instrument has drifted calibration See Zeroing displayed Need to Zero Cal the AM510 in Chapter 4 for more information LASER FAILURE Laser has failed low Return to factory for message is power output servicing displayed FLOW BLOCKED Inlet flow is blocked Remove obstructions message is Check for pinched sample displayed tube Check for correct installation of impactor inlet 1f used Outlet flow is blocked Remove obstructions from outlet flow fitting next to connectors Internal filter is Return to factory for plugged servicing Or replace internal filter See 510 Field Service Kit section in Chapter 4 for more information CHARGING OFF Instrument has Install NiMH battery message is detected either an pack for proper charging displayed alkaline battery pack or no battery pack Troubleshooting 47 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action LOGGING STOP MEMORY FULL message is displayed DATA LOGGING ABORTED message is displayed INVALID PROG START DATE START TIME me
37. line Chapter 3 Use the A V keys to scroll through the available time constants Press 1 when the time constant you wish to use is displayed To modify the USER cal factor CAL FACT 2 use the A V keys to scroll through the list Press 1 when the USER cal factor is displayed Adjust the value of the cal factor using the A V keys After making the desired changes press the 1 key to accept the changes and return to the Setup Menu Editing the List of Calibration Factors using TRAKPRo TRAKPRO software allows you to store several custom calibration factors along with a short label for the aerosol or environment the calibration was taken This procedure allows you to edit the list of cal factors available to the SIDEPAK monitor but does not allow you to select the cal factor to use That can only be done from the SIDEPAK keypad Connect your SIDEPAK monitor to the computer and start the TRAKPRO software 1 Select Calibration in the Instrument Setup menu The following dialog box 1s displayed Operation 31 2 Click the Set User Calibration Factor button The following dialog box is displayed ET Weer Lahbiahin F aches 3 Enter a new Calibration Factor Name and Factor in the left hand side of the dialog In the example above the Cal Factor label coal has been typed in along with the value 0 25 Select Add New Cal Factor Note In this example the program asks you to confirm the
38. ly an approximation Each single click of an arrow key changes the flow by 1 percent of the available range You can change the flow more quickly by holding the arrow key down Statistics The statistics menu allows you to view computed statistics for each test up to 100 tests that have been made using Run Manual Run Prog 1 or Run Prog 2 data logging methods The statistics computed by the SIDEPAK 510 include Max Maximum concentration value recorded mg m Min Minimum concentration value recorded mg m Avg Average of recorded concentration values mg m TWA 8 hour time weighted average mg m Time Elapsed time of test 1 When in Survey Mode press the PAGE key to reach the Main Menu then use the A V keys to select Statistics and press 1 2 Usethe A V keys to select the test number you wish to access and press 3 Usethe A V keys to scroll through the statistical data If the display shows N A for the TWA it means that there is not enough data in that test to compute the TWA The instrument must be Chapter 3 operated for a minimum of 15 minutes before a valid TWA may be calculated To erase all test statistics refer to Clearing Memory Zero Cal For best results it s important to zero the 510 prior to each test This ensures more accurate data especially for low aerosol concentrations This process only takes a few minutes 1 Locate the zero filter provided with most AMS10 kits and att
39. nitor begins sampling immediately after the program is selected and the J key is pressed If no test length is set the SIDEPAK monitor takes samples continuously until the program is deliberately terminated using the J key or until memory is full When a preprogrammed test ends the SIDEPAK monitor automatically shuts off Chapter 3 Setup Menu When in Survey Mode you can access the Setup Menu by pressing the PAGE key to reach the Main Menu then use the A V keys to select Setup Menu and press 1 The Setup Menu provides access to the following items Use the A V keys to select the item you wish to access and press 1 Each selection is described in detail below Time Date Clear Memory Log Interval Time Constnt Cal Factor Adjust Flow Time Date See Setting the Real Time Clock Using the Keypad in the Setup chapter for instructions on setting the real time clock using the SIDEPAK keypad Setting the Real Time Clock Using TRAKPRO 1 Make sure the SIDEPAK monitor is connected to the computer and turned on 2 In TRAKPRO Software select Parameters then Clock from the Instrument Setup menu TRAKPRO software retrieves the current date and time settings from the SIDEPAK monitor 3 The system date and time from the computer can be transferred to the SIDEPAK monitor by clicking the correct buttons on the screen A drop down calendar allows you to select the date Alternately the date and time can be manually typed
40. nt down from 30 to 0 and display Zero Cal Complete for a few seconds before switching back to the MAIN MENU Do not press any keys during the count down or else the zero cal process will abort 6 Now the instrument is ready to make accurate measurements Using and Maintaining Built in Impactors The standard inlet on the SIDEPAK 510 was designed not to cause any specific particle size separations It is intended for use with external size selective aerosol samplers such as a cyclone or external impactor at any flow rate within the allowable range The standard inlet can be differentiated from the built in impactors by the absence of a particle size marking on the side Some AMS10 Kits include a set of three impactors that can be used in place of the Im pacto standard inlet to conveniently separate specific particle size fractions The 50 cut off size is marked in micrometers on each impactor The three impactors provide cuts at 0u 2 5 and 10 corresponding to PM1 0 PM2 5 and PM10 specifications respectively All inlets are made of conductive plastic to eliminate particle losses due to static charges Note SIDEPAK built in impactors must be operated with the flow rate set to 1 7 lpm for proper performance Using other flow rates will result in unknown particle size fractions The standard inlet can be used at any flow rate Always use the standard unmarked inlet when sampling through an external size selectiv
41. nu so you can view the results of that test If you stop a test before any data points have been recorded the display will show Data Logging Aborted and wait for you to acknowledge by pressing 4 It will then return to Survey Mode An example of when this may happen is if the logging interval is set to 1 minute and the test 1s stopped before the first data point 1s recorded Programming Prog 1 and Prog 2 with TRAKPRO Use Prog 1 or Prog 2 modes for unattended recording and setting user protocols With Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes you can set the start date start time test length logging interval number of tests and the time delay between tests All or selected parameters can be set To program a protocol for Prog 1 or Prog 2 mode 1 Make sure the SIDEPAK monitor is connected to the computer and turned on 2 Select Logging Setup from the Instrument Setup menu TRAKPRO software retrieves the current settings for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes from the SIDEPAK monitor and displays them in the following dialog Operation 21 Change ak Logging Peters Serisi GODS umber 0 Hemy i ae Fon A m TU PET Fen 38 Pons TT Ld Teal Length 13 hora oo fos oo 4 ro foe or 24 Humba of Testi PE 2 2 Tame Bienen dharai for fro foo fon fie oo 2j Pecani 1 6 The following table summarizes the information displayed in the SIDEPAK Logging Pr
42. o SIDEPAK Aerosol Monitor set it from the Options menu under Software Configure Or select SIDEPAK Aerosol Monitor from list of available instruments on the drop down menu on the menu bar 3 Open the file that contains the data to be converted Highlight a single test within that data file 4 Select Apply New Cal Factor from the Options menu The following dialog box is displayed Apply New Aerosol Calibration Factor x Test 2 05 28 2002 09 33 48 Current Mass Concentration mg m 3 0 008 Current Calibration 1 000 New Mass Concentration mg m 3 0 012 Cancel New Calibration Factor 5 This function creates a copy of the existing file with the same name This file contains the newly defined calibration factor 55 56 Enter the New mass concentration value in mg m The New calibration factor is calculated and automatically updated Press OK When you click OK a new data set of the same name will be generated calibrated to the mass concentration that you entered This data set will be added to the same data file The original data remains If you want to adjust the data to a previously determined custom calibration factor without performing a gravimetric calibration enter the new calibration factor The New mass concentration automatically updates Appendix C Appendix D Quick Reference Startup Screen Power After pump gt Survey Mode MODEL AM510 achieves flowrate ON OFF S N 12345678
43. or there is no battery pack at all the display will show CHARGING OFF after 30 seconds Press the PAGE key to turn the instrument on or off at any time Setting Up 11 Keypad Functions To turn the instrument ON press the PAGE key The model number serial number firmware revision and remaining battery charge are displayed for a few seconds before entering Survey Mode X Es To turn the instrument OFF press and hold the PAGE QUU key for three 3 seconds Release when the countdown reaches 0 SECONDS a Use the key to execute selected menu options and confirm changes Use the A V arrow keys to scroll through vertical menus and to change numeric values 35 Use the PAGE key to go back to the previous menu AT To toggle between an unlocked and locked keypad tamper prevention press and hold the A key and press When the keypad is locked the display shows KEYPAD LOCK Setting the Real Time Clock Using the Keypad Setting the Date Format The date format is user selectable The formats available are e yyyy mm dd default e mm dd yyyy e dd mm yyyy where yyyy is the 4 digit year mm is the 2 digit month and dd is the 2 digit day of month 1 If necessary turn the SIDEPAK 510 on by pressing the PAGE key 12 Chapter 2 6 T Press the PAGE key to access the Main Menu Under MAIN MENU select Setup with the keys and press 4 Under SETUP MENU select Time D
44. otocols dialog box Serial Number Displays the serial number of the SIDEPAK monitor currently connected to computer Number of tests Displays the number of tests currently stored logged in the SIDEPAK monitor Available Displays the percent of available memory in Memory 40 the SIDEPAK monitor Prog 1 and Prog 2 Mode Protocols Start Date Displays the start date for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes Start Time Displays the start time for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes Log interval Displays the log interval for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes Test length Displays the test length for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes Number of tests Displays the number of times to repeat the defined test for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes Time between Displays the time between repeated tests for tests Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes 22 Chapter 3 Prog 1 and Prog 2 Mode Protocols Percent Displays the percent of SIDEPAK memory memory required to perform a Prog 1 or a Prog 2 mode required sample To store the results of a Prog 1 or Prog 2 mode sample the Available Memory must be equal to or greater than the Percent memory required 3 Enter the following for Prog 1 and Prog 2 modes Start Date Enter the date and time to begin the sample Start Time e If you enter a blank for a start date the sample begins whenever the specified start time occurs If you enter a blank for the start time both start date and start time are ignored and the sample begins when the operator
45. r adjustable 0 7 1 8 liters min lpm Temperature Range Operating range 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 120 F Storage range 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Time Constant LCD display Range ees User adjustable 1 to 60 seconds Built in Inlets Standard Not size specific PM1 0 impactor 50 cut off at 1 0 micron PM2 5 impactor 50 cut off at 2 5 micron PM10 impactor 50 cut off at 10 0 micron included except in AM510 kits 49 Data Logging Data points Approx 31 000 21 days logging once per minute Logging User adjustable 1 second to 1 hour User Select Calibration Factors Factory setting 1 0 non adjustable User defined settings 3 with user defined labels 2 1 0 1 to 10 0 user adjustable Physical External dimensions 106 mm x 92 mm x 70 mm 4 2 in x 3 7 in x 2 8 in with 801724 battery 130 mm x 92 mm x 70 mm 5 1 in x 3 7 in x 2 8 in with 801722 or 801708 battery 1 0 46 kg 16 2 with 801724 battery 0 54 kg 19 oz with 801722 battery 0 54 kg 19 ox with 801 708 battery 2 line 12 character LCD Tripod socket 14 20 female thread Power Supply p n 26132
46. re Connecting the SIDEPAK AM510 Personal Aerosol Monitor to Your Computer once the drivers are installed After you have installed the drivers for the SIDEPAK 510 each subsequent time you plug in the instrument the instrument will be automatically detected Your computer will load the proper driver files to communicate with the SIDEPAK monitor If you have difficulty communicating with the instrument please review the following troubleshooting steps instrument 1s plugged in If you attempt to communicate with the instrument during this period you will receive an error Symptom Cause Solution Receive the following The SIDEPAK 510 Wait approximately error message drivers take 30 seconds after approximately 20 plugging in the USB seconds to load cable before you each time the attempt to communicate with the instrument Receive the following error message s 1 The Software Configuration is not set properly to SIDEPAK Aerosol 1 Select Option Software Configure SIDEPAK Setting Up 15 Or the instrument is turned off powered down Or the instrument is not attached to the USB cable either at the instrument side or computer side Symptom Cause Solution Im Monitor Aerosol Or the Auto Monitor Configuration 1s 2 Or select the turned off SIDEPAK Aerosol Monitor from the drop down list on the menu bar 3 Or Check t
47. rkmanship and material under normal use for 90 days from the date of shipment c Seller does not provide any warranty on finished goods manufactured by others or on any fuses batteries or other consumable materials Only the original manufacturer s warranty applies d Unless specifically authorized in a separate writing by Seller Seller makes no warranty with respect to and shall have no liability in connection with goods which are incorporated into other products or equipment or which are modified by any person other than Seller The foregoing is IN LIEU OF all other warranties and is subject to the LIMITATIONS stated herein NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY IS MADE TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR BUYER AND THE LIMIT OF SELLER S LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES INJURIES OR DAMAGES CONCERNING THE GOODS INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE TORT STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE THE RETURN OF GOODS TO SELLER AND THE REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OR AT THE OPTION OF SELLER THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE GOODS IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SELLER SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLATION DISMANTLING OR REINSTALLATION COSTS OR CHARGES No Action regardless of form may be brought against Seller more than 12 months after a cause of action has accrued The goods return
48. rs tsi com The following table lists the symptoms possible causes and recommended solutions for common problems encountered with the SIDEPAK monitor 45 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Erratic zero reading Nothing visible on display 46 Dirty inlet and or sample tube Extreme temperature swings during operation Internal optics chamber is contaminated Unit not switched on Low or dead batteries Batteries installed backwards Dirty battery contacts Check all connections for leaks Carefully tighten sample inlet screws do not over tighten If using an impactor remove and regrease the impactor insert Make sure the two O rings are in place and not damaged Make sure the impactor insert is seated squarely into the inlet before replacing see Using and Maintaining Built in Impactors in Chapter 4 for more information Clean inlet Clean or replace tubing Zero instrument at ambient temperature before beginning test Protect from extreme temperature swings Return to factory for cleaning and servicing Switch unit on Replace the batteries or plug in the AC adapter Observe polarity indication on battery holder diagram Clean the battery contacts Chapter 5 Mass concentration Instrument has number blinks stays reached the calibrated on the same value limit of it s range multiplied by Cal Factor No keypad response Keypad is loc
49. s at the same time 7 At the conclusion of the test the SIDEPAK monitor will display Test Statistics for the last test Note the average concentration You may also download the test data using TRAKPRO software and view the Test Statistics 8 Determine the mass concentration in mg m from your reference instrument For gravimetric sampling this means having the gravimetric sample weighed 9 Compute the new calibration constant NewCal using the following formula Reference Concentration AMS10 Concentration NewCal OldCal The calibration factor OldCal can be obtained from the SIDEPAK monitor The current Cal Factor is displayed in the Setup Menu Cal Factor 54 Appendix B Appendix C Converting Stored Data to Calibrated Data A single set of logged data can be converted to data calibrated to a specific aerosol with the use of the TRAKPRO software This conversion can be done by knowing either the true mass concentration for the logged data or the calibration factor for the aerosol To perform this conversion follow these steps Note This process applies a new calibration factor to existing data files It does not change the current calibration factor used by the SIDEPAK monitor Future measurements will continue to be read and logged with the calibration factor made active using the SIDEPAK monitor keypad 1 Connect your SIDEPAK monitor to the computer and start the TRAKPRO software 2 Ifnotalready set t
50. ssage is displayed NO LOGGED DATA PRESENT message is displayed 48 Instrument has discontinued logging due to memory full condition User has discontinued data logging before a single data point was recorded User is attempting to run a Prog 1 or Prog 2 data logging program that is not adequately defined Program start date may be in the past expired User is attempting to review Test Statistics However no tests have been properly stored in memory All data up to this point has been saved Download or view Test Statistics Clear Memory as needed Setup correct logging protocol for Prog 1 or Prog 2 using TRAKPRO software Record tests using Run Manual Prog 1 or Prog 2 Chapter 5 Appendix A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice Sensitivity Sensor 90 light scattering 670 nm laser diode Aerosol concentration 0 001 to 20 mg m calibrated to respirable fraction of ISO 12103 1 A1 test dust Particle size range 0 1 10 micrometer Minimum resolution 0 001 mg m Zero stability 10 001 mg m over 24 hours using 10 second time constant Temperature coefficient approximately 40 0005 mg m per C for variations from temperature at which instrument was last zeroed Flow Rate Use
51. t measurements will be multiplied by the new factor To reset the SIDEPAK monitor to factory calibration simply select the factory setting of 1 0 Adjust Flow Aerosol concentration measurements with the SIDEPAK 510 are accurate regardless of the flow rate through the instrument However size selective aerosol sampling inlets such as impactors and cyclones require specific flow rates to function within their design specifications If you are using a size selective inlet you must adjust the flow rate precisely It s always a good practice to 33 34 adjust the flow rate immediately prior to the start of a sampling session To adjust the flow rate you will need a flow calibrator This can be a simple rotameter or a precision flow calibrator often used for setting the flow on personal sampling pumps A flow calibrator is an optional item and is not included with standard 510 kits 1 Connect a flow calibrator to the 510 inlet 2 Start the AMSIO by pressing the PAGE key After the monitor goes into SURVEY MODE press the 1 key to reach the MAIN MENU 3 Under MAIN MENU use the A V keys to scroll to Setup and press 4 4 Under SETUP MENU use the A V keys to display Adjust Flow and press 5 Under FLOWRATE use the A V keys to adjust the flow up or down until the calibrator reads the flow rate you desire press to confirm the setting The SIDEPAK display shows Range value for reference purposes and is on
52. tion factors can be stored in a table and downloaded to the SIDEPAK monitor using the TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software All future measurements will correspond to a specific aerosol until the calibration factor is changed back to the factory setting e A single set of logged data can be converted to data calibrated to a specific aerosol with the use of the TRAKPRO software This conversion can be done by knowing either the true mass concentration for the logged data or the calibration factor for the aerosol Future measurements will continue to be read and logged with the original calibration factor normally 1 0 and will not be converted automatically All of these options require that you determine a true mass concentration e g gravimetric analysis for the aerosol you want to measure The true mass concentration is used to calculate the custom calibration factor for that aerosol Once you have a custom calibration factor you can reuse it each time you make measurements in the same or similar aerosol environment Determining the Calibration Factor for a Specific Aerosol The SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor Model AMS 10 is factory calibrated to the respirable fraction of standard ISO 12103 1 Al Test Dust The SIDEPAK monitor can be easily calibrated to any arbitrary aerosol by adjusting the custom calibration factor The SIDEPAK monitor s custom 53 calibration factor is assigned the value of 1 00 factory setting for the standard IS
53. upply 2613210 Sample Tube 801703 Chapter 1 ae ed Screwdriver 3012094 Quick Reference Card 1980461 Calibration Certificate User Guide 1980456 Unpacking and Parts Identification Chapter 2 Setting Up Supplying Power to the SIDEPAK Aerosol Monitor You must attach a battery pack to the SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor Model 510 prior to use There are three different TSI battery packs designed for the AM510 1650 and 2700 mAH rechargeable nickel metal hydride NiMH battery packs and a AA battery pack that allows you to use standard AA size batteries You may also power the 510 with the power supply with or without a battery pack attached The SIDEPAK monitor has a miniature internal backup battery cell that keeps stored data intact while the unit is turned off Changing the main battery pack or disconnecting the power supply charger will not cause data to be lost The backup battery will last for many years TSI will install a new battery if necessary when the unit is returned to the factory for service The backup battery is not user accessible Both of the NiMH battery packs are approved and rated intrinsically safe The AA battery pack is not intrinsically safe The following battery information table provides the intrinsic safety rating information Battery Information Charge Intrinsically Battery Option Time Safe CSA Rating 1650 mAH NiMH 3 5 hours Y
54. urn on the Auto configuration under Options 4 Or turn on the instrument 5 Or attach USB cable TrakPio Receive the following error message 1 instrument is not in the Survey Mode it is logging data the display is set to one of the Setup screens etc It will not communicate properly in this case That instrument i busy The must be ini Hode bifons communicating 1 Return to the Survey Mode before attempting to communicate with the instrument Note It may appear that TRAKPRO has found the SIDEPAK instrument on a COM port rather than a USB port This is normal and will work fine 16 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Operation Overview The SIDEPAK Personal Aerosol Monitor is a miniature battery operated laser photometer that measures airborne particle mass concentration in units of milligrams per cubic meter mg m The built in sampling pump flow rate is user adjustable allowing you to attach a wide variety of inlet conditioners to sample from the worker s breathing zone or other locations The rugged belt mountable unit is small quiet and lightweight minimizing interference and discomfort for the wearer The 12 character x 2 line LCD displays aerosol concentration and 8 hour TWA time weighted average in real time Information can be stored and later downloaded via a Windows based PC using the enclosed TRAKPRO software and
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