MiniRAE 3000: User Manual
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1. Calibration When you are done performing calibrations press MODE which corresponds with Back on the display You will see the following message Updating settings The instrument updates its settings and then returns to the main display It begins or resumes monitoring 32 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Alarm Signal Summary If the measured gas concentration exceeds any of the preset limits the buzzer and red flashing LED are activated immediately to warn you of the alarm condition The instrument also alarms if one of the following conditions occurs battery voltage falls below a preset voltage level failure of the UV lamp or pump stall Mess Condition Alarm Signal age HIGH Gas exceeds High 3 beeps flashes per Alarm limit second OVR Gas exceeds 3 beeps flashes per second measurement range MAX Gas exceeds electronics 3 beeps flashes per second maximum range LOW Gas exceeds Low 2 beeps flashes per Alarm limit second Gas exceeds TWA 1 Beep flash per second limit 33 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference STEL Gas exceeds STEL 1 Beep flash per second limit Pump Pump failure 3 beeps flashes per second icon flashes PID lamp failure 3 beeps flashes per second plus Lamp message on display Low battery 1 flash per minute 1 beep per minute plus battery icon flashes on display CAL Calibration failed or 1 beep flash per second need2. Span 23 Zero Fresh Air Calibration 25 Span Calibration eee nhi 28 Exiting Two Point 5222 32 Alarm Signal Summary 33 Preset Alarm Limits amp 5222 35 Sampling 36 Ordering Replacement Parts 2222 2222 37 Special Servicing Note 38 Troubleshooting soni onnios aa ii 38 Technical 8 2222 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Charging The Battery Always fully charge the battery before using the instrument The instrument s Li ion battery is charged by placing the instrument in its cradle Contacts on the bottom of the instrument meet the cradle s contacts transferring power without other connections Note Before setting the instrument into its charging cradle visually inspect the contacts to make sure they are clean If they are not wipe them with a soft cloth Do not use solvents or cleaners Follow this procedure to charge the instrument 1 Plug the AC DC adapter s barrel connector into the instrument s cradle oo DC 12V IN MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference 2 Plug the AC DC adapter into the wall outlet 3 Place the instrument into the cradle press down and lean it back It locks in place and the LED in the
3. cradle glow The instrument begins charging automatically The Primary LED in the cradle blinks green to indicate charging During charging the diagonal lines in the battery icon on the instrument s display are animated and you see the message Charging When the instrument s battery is fully charged the battery icon is no longer animated and shows a full battery The message Fully charged is shown The cradle s LED glows continuously green icon a battery outline with an exclamation mark inside check that the instrument or Note If you see the Battery Charging Error i rechargeable battery has been set into the MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference cradle properly If you still receive the message check the Troubleshooting section of this guide Charging A Spare Rechargeable Battery A rechargeable Li ion battery can be charged when it is not inside the monitor The charging cradle is designed to accommodate both types of charging Contacts on the bottom of the battery meet the contacts on the cradle transferring power without other connections and a spring loaded capture holds the battery in place during charging 1 Plug the AC DC adapter into the monitor s cradle 2 Place the battery into the cradle with the gold plated contacts on top of the six matching charging pins 3 Plug the AC DC adapter into the wall outlet The battery begins charging automatically During cha
4. ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference LEDs and flashlight Diy CT Y key 2 N key Flashlight ni on off key 13 MODE key MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Three panes along the bottom of the display are mapped to the keys These change as menus change but at all times the left pane corresponds to the Y key the center pane corresponds to the MODE key and the right pane corresponds to the N key Here are three examples of different menus with the relationships of the keys clearly shown RELATIONSHIP OF BUTTONS TO CONTROL FUNCTIONS 0 000 wis an 5 T old gl es DLE 14 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Display The display shows the following information Calibration needed Radio power Graph Gas info Reading Calibration needed Radio power Radio signal Battery Pump Datalog Y MODE N Y key Mode key key Graphic representation of concentration plotted over time Tells the Correction Factor and type of calibration gas Concentration of gas as measured Indicates that calibration should be performed Indicates whether radio connection is on or off Indicates signal strength in 5 bar bargraph Indicates battery level in 3 bars Indicates that pump is working Indicates whether datalog is on or off Y key s function for this screen MODE key s function for this screen N key s function for this screen 15 MiniRAE 3000 ppbR
5. to perform a Zero calibration or bypass Zero calibration and perform a Span calibration You may also go back to the initial Calibration menu if you want to exit calibration e Press Y to start calibration e Press MODE to quit and return to the main calibration display 25 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference If you have pressed Y to enter Zero calibration then you vvill see this message Please apply zero gas Turn on your Zero calibration gas Press Y to start calibration em Note At this point you may press MODE if you decide that you do not want to initiate calibration This will take you directly to the Calibration menu highlighted for Span calibration 3 Zero calibration starts and displays this message Zeroing 26 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference During the zeroing process the instrument performs the Zero calibration automatically and does not require any actions on your part Note To abort the zeroing process at any time and proceed to Span calibration press N at any time while zeroing is being performed You will see a confirmation message that says Zero is aborted and then the Span calibration menu appears When Zero calibration is complete you see this message Zeroing is done Reading 0 000 ppm The instrument will then show the Calibration menu on its display with Span Calib hightlighted 27 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocke
6. 9 3051 000 059 3052 000 and 059 3054 000 This instrument has not been tested in an explosive gas air atmosphere having an oxygen concentration greater than 21 Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety Recharge batteries only in non hazardous locations Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries from different manufacturers The calibration of all newly purchased RAE Systems instruments should be tested by exposing the sensor s to known concentration calibration gas before the instrument is put into service 2 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference For maximum safety the accuracy of the instrument should be checked by exposing it to a known concentration calibration gas before each day s use Do not use USB PC communication in hazardous locations Intrinsic Safety US and Canada Class I Division 1 Groups A B C D Europe ATEX 0575 Ex II 2G Ex ia T4 Gb KEMA 07 ATEX 0127 Complies with EN60079 0 2009 EN60079 11 2007 TECEx CSA 10 0005 Ex ia IIC IIB T4 Gb Complies with IEC 60079 0 2007 TEC 60079 11 2006 059 3051 000 Li ion bat pack or 059 3054 000 NiMH bat pack HB 059 3052 000 alkaline bat pack MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference A Special Notes When the instrument is taken out of the transport case and turned on for the first time there may be some residual organic or inorganic vapor trapped inside the detector chamber The initial PID sensor reading may i
7. AE 3000 Pocket Reference Operating The Instrument The instrument is designed as a broadband VOC gas monitor and datalogger for work in hazardous environments It gives real time measurements and activates alarm signals whenever the exposure exceeds preset limits Prior to factory shipment the instrument is preset with default alarm limits and the sensor is pre calibrated with standard calibration gas However you should test the instrument and verify the calibration before the first use After the instrument is fully charged and calibrated it is ready for immediate operation 16 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Turning The Instrument On 1 With the instrument turned off press and hold MODE 2 When the display turns on release the MODE key Yall 8 Start Up amp 0 000 2 RAE ie 12 000 ee x 190 LS The instrument is now operating and performs self tests If any tests including sensor and memory tests fail refer to the Troubleshooting section of the User s Guide Note In Basic User Hygiene Mode the default setting the instrument stops after self testing and asks whether to perform a zero air fresh air calibration You can start this calibration quit or abort the calibration while the instrument is undergoing calibration When the zero calibration is done you see screen telling you that the zero calibration is complete along with its value After calibration or after you abo
8. QRAF o x SS MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Basic Operation Pocket Reference PN 059 4030 000 D Rev B August 2010 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Read Before Operating This Pocket Reference is intended as a quick guide to basic use and calibration of your instrument It does not cover advanced features Information on advanced features and other operation modes is included in the User s Guide The User s Guide must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using maintaining or servicing this product The product will perform as designed only if it is used maintained and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions The user should understand how to set the correct parameters and interpret the obtained results CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock turn the power off before removing the instrument cover Disconnect the battery before removing sensor module for service Never operate the instrument when the cover is removed Remove instrument cover and sensor module only in an area known to be non hazardous MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference WARNINGS STATIC HAZARD Clean only with damp cloth For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only Read and understand the User s Guide completely before operating or servicing Use only RAE Systems battery packs part numbers 05
9. ds after entering a display the instrument reverts to its main display Note While viewing any of these screens you can shut off your instrument by pressing MODE Note Whenever you see the alarm icon in the lower left pane you can press Y to test the alarms 19 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Yall S 0 000 1 CF 1 00 Isobuten 3 EE xe gt Date 11 21 2007 Time 06 30 55 Temp 71 F TWA 0 016 ppm STEL 0 025 ppm Peak 0 260 ppm Clear 1 gt Are you sure Yes No ds C Gas Isobutene M Gas Isobutene 1 00 1 Enter PC and stop measurement Yes 1 5 PC communication ready exit 20 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Entering Calibration 1 2 Press and hold MODE and N until you see the Password screen Password La In Basic User Mode you do not need a passvvord to perform calibrations Instead of inputting a passvvord enter calibration by pressing MODE Note If you inadvertently press Y and change any of the numbers simply press MODE and you will be directed to the calibration menu 21 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference The Calibration screen is now visible with Zero Calibration highlighted Calibration Zero Calib Span Calib These are your options e Press Y to s
10. efault is isobutylene and the span value in parts per million ppm You will also see this message that prompts you C Gas Isobutene Span 10 ppm Please apply gas 1 1 Turn on your span calibration gas 2 Press Y to initiate calibration Note You may press MODE if you decide 29 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference that you do not want to initiate calibration This will abort the span calibration and take you directly to the Calibration menu for Zero calibration 3 Span calibration starts and displays this message Calibrating During the Span calibration process there is a 30 second countdown and the instrument performs the Span calibration automatically It requires no actions on your part Note If you want to abort the Span calibration process press N at any time during the process You will see a confirmation message that says Span is aborted and then the Zero calibration menu appears You can then proceed to perform a Zero calibration perform a Span calibration or exit to the topmost Calibration menu 30 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference When Span calibration is complete you see this message Span 1 is done Reading 100 0 ppm The instrument then exits Span calibration and shows the Zero calibration menu on its display Note The reading should be very close to the span gas value 31 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Exiting Two Point
11. elect the highlighted calibration Zero Calib or Span Calib e Press MODE to exit calibration and return to the main display and resume measurement e Press N to toggle the highlighted calibration type 22 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Standard Tvvo Point Calibration Zero amp Span The following diagram shows the instrument s calibrations in Basic Hygiene mode Note In the diagram a dashed line indicates automatic change to another screen 23 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference p noqe s ueds uoneaq le a ueds wddo 9 Guipeay A dde nuaw jauop 5 ueds 4 4 uolleaq le p nioqe 51 082 uone q le 082 wddo 9 jauop si Bujosaz uoaz uonesque gt SPO pue N ploy pue ssid OQ MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Zero Fresh Air Calibration This procedure determines the zero point of the sensor calibration curve To perform a fresh air calibration use the calibration adapter to connect the instrument to a fresh air source such as from a cylinder or Tedlar bag optional accessory The fresh air is clean dry air without organic impurities and an oxygen value of 20 9 If such an air cylinder is not available any clean ambient air without detectable contaminants or a charcoal filter can be used At the Zero Calibration menu you can proceed
12. ndicate a few ppm Enter an area known to be free of any organic vapor and turn on the instrument After running for several minutes the residual vapor in the detector chamber will be cleared and the reading should return to zero The battery of the instrument discharges slowly even if it is turned off If the instrument has not been charged for 5 to 7 days the battery voltage will be low Therefore it is a good practice to always charge the instrument before using it It is also recommended to fully charge the instrument for at least 10 hours before first use Refer to the User Guide s section on battery charging for more information on battery charging and replacement MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Contents Charging The Battery 6 Charging A Spare Rechargeable Battery 8 Pump Status amp Calibration Status 2522 10 ser interface s s teil 12 15 Operating The 16 Turning The Instrument 2222 17 Turning The Instrument 2 18 Operating The Built In ees 18 Basic User Mode Hygiene 2222 19 Entering 21 Standard Tvvo Point Calibration Zero amp
13. rging the Secondary LED in the cradle blinks green When charging is complete it glows steady green MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Release the battery from the cradle by pulling it back toward the rear of the cradle and tilting it out of its slot Note If you need to replace the Li ion battery pack replacements are available from RAE Systems The part number is 059 305 1 000 Note An Alkaline Battery Adapter part number 059 3052 000 which uses four AA alkaline batteries Duracell MN1500 may be substituted for the Li Ion battery WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres recharge and replace batteries only in areas known to be non hazardous Remove and replace batteries only in areas known to be non hazardous MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Lovv Voltage VVarning When the battery s charge falls below a preset voltage the instrument warns you by beeping once and flashing once every minute and the empty battery icon blinks on and off once per second Turn off the instrument within 10 minutes and either recharge the battery by placing the instrument in its cradle or replace the battery with a fresh one with a full charge Pump Status During operation make sure the probe inlet and the gas outlet are free of obstructions Obstructions can cause premature wear on the pump false readings or pump stalling During normal operation the pump icon alternately sho
14. rt the calibration the instrument then shows a numerical reading screen with icons This indicates that the instrument is fully functional and ready to use 17 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Turning The Instrument Off 1 Press and hold the Mode key for 3 seconds A 5 second countdovvn to shutoff begins 2 Once the countdovvn stops the instrument is off Release the Mode key 3 When you see Unit off release your finger from the MODE key The instrument is now off Note You must hold your finger on the key for the entire shutoff process If you remove your finger from the key during the countdovvn the shutoff operation is canceled and the instrument continues normal operation Operating The Built In Flashlight The instrument has a built in flashlight that helps you point the probe in dark places Press the flashlight key to turn it on Press it again to turn it off Note Using the flashlight for extended periods shortens the battery s operating time before it needs recharging 18 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Basic User Mode Hygiene Mode Default Settings The instrument is programmed to operate in Basic User Mode Hygiene Mode as its default This gives you the most commonly needed features while requiring the fewest parameter adjustments Pressing N steps you from one screen to the next and eventually return to the main display If you do not press a key within 60 secon
15. s calibration NEG Gas reading measures 1 beep flash per second less than number stored in calibration Hygiene mode only In Search mode the number of beeps per second 1 to 7 depends upon the concen tration of the sampled gas 34 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Preset Alarm Limits amp Calibration The instrument is factory calibrated with standard calibration gas and is programmed with default alarm limits Cal Gas Cal unit Low TWA STEL Isobu Span tylene ppbRAE 10 ppm 10 25 10 25 3000 MiniRAE 100 50 100 10 25 3000 35 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Sampling Pump When approaching the end of the specified lifetime of the pump it will consume higher amount of energy and reduce its sample draw capability significantly When this occurs it is necessary to replace or rebuild the pump When checking the pump flow make sure that the inlet connector is tight and the inlet tubing is in good condition Connect a flow meter to the gas inlet probe The flow rate should be above 450 cc min when there is no air leakage If the pump is not working properly refer the instrument to qualified service personnel for further testing and if necessary pump repair or replacement 36 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Ordering Replacement Parts If you need replacement parts contact your local RAE Systems distributor A list is available online http www raesy
16. stems com In the U S you can order sensors replacement batteries and other accessories online at http istore raesystems com 37 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference Special Servicing Note If the instrument needs to be serviced contact either 1 The RAE Systems distributor from whom the instrument was purchased they will return the instrument on your behalf The RAE Systems Technical Service Department Before returning the instrument for service or repair obtain a Returned Material Authorization RMA number for proper tracking of your equipment This number needs to be on all documentation and posted on the outside of the box in which the instrument is returned for service or upgrade Packages without RMA Numbers will be refused at the factory Troubleshooting Refer to the User s Guide for troubleshooting details 38 RAE Systems Inc 3775 N First St San Jose CA 95134 1708 USA Web www raesystems com Technical Support To contact RAE Systems Technical Support Team Monday through Friday 7 00AM to 5 00PM Pacific US Time Phone toll free 1 888 723 4800 Phone 1 408 952 8461 Email tech raesystems com Life critical after hours support is available 1 408 952 8200 select option 8 PN 059 4030 000 D Rev B August 2010
17. t Reference Span Calibration This procedure determines the second point of the sensor calibration curve for the sensor A cylinder of standard reference gas span gas fitted with a 500 cc min flow limiting regulator or a flow matching regulator is the simplest way to perform this procedure Choose the 500 cc min regulator only if the flow rate matches or slightly exceeds the flow rate of the instrument pump Alternatively the span gas can first be filled into a Tedlar bag or delivered through a demand flow regulator Connect the calibration adapter to the inlet port of the instrument and connect the tubing to the regulator or Tedlar bag Another alternative is to use a regulator with gt 500 cc min flow but allow the excess flow to escape through a T or an open tube In the latter method the span gas flows out through an open tube slightly wider than the probe and the probe is inserted into the calibration tube At the Span Calibration menu you perform a Span calibration You may also go back to the Zero calibration menu or to the initial Calibration menu if you want to exit calibration 28 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference e Press Y to enter Span calibration e Press N to skip Span calibration and return to Zero calibration e Press MODE to exit Span calibration and return to the top calibration menu If you have pressed Y to enter Span calibration then you will see the name of your Span gas the d
18. ws inflow and outflow as shown here ek eh During duty cycling PID lamp cleaning the display shows these icons in alternation 10 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference If there is a pump failure or obstruction that disrupts the pump you will see this icon blinking on and off vi H you see this blinking icon consult the Trouble shooting section in the User s Guide Calibration Status The instrument displays this icon if it requires calibration i Calibration is required and indicated by this icon if e The lamp type has been changed for example from 10 6 eV to 9 8 eV e The sensor has been replaced e It has been 30 days or more since the instrument was last calibrated e If you have changed the calibration gas type without recalibrating the instrument 11 MiniRAE 3000 ppbRAE 3000 Pocket Reference User Interface The instrument s user interface consists of the display LEDs an alarm transducer and four keys The keys are Y MODE N Flashlight on off The LCD display provides visual feedback that includes time battery condition and other functions In addition to their labeled functions the keys labeled Y MODE and N act as soft keys that control different parameters and make different selections within the instrument s menus From menu to menu each key controls a different parameter or makes a different selection 12 MiniRAE 3000
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