Operation and Service Manual
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1. 3 Using the Optional Articulating 51 3 Using the Optional Air Cone 3 Connecting to a Computer sssssesse ee eee 4 CHAPTER 3 OPERATION eere nnn nnn na 5 Keypad Functions sssssssseeeeeenememmemeennnnnns 5 COMMON Terms enda indonesia neta atu f deca 5 uu re 6 DISPLAY SETUP bert rem federe e tee dee ts 6 enl ties 6 FLOW SET UP 6 DATAOGGING s ertet eie e e etait de GPS 6 Measurements rr nt ne End E ER En Rr n a i 6 Log Mode Log Settings 6 Delete D t incepto ense ien edibus 7 aia sepe Ple ded reete Bb ep dde Pb e Red 7 LogDat2 Downloading 7 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE rrr nna 9 R amp callDratiOn rdiet fe p etin an 9 CAS OS IM 9 Storage tele ibid e ERR Ee wines 9 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING nnne 11 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS eene 13 iii Chapter 1 Unpacking and Parts Identification Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories from the shipping container Check the individual parts against the list of components below If anything is missing or damaged notify TSI immediately 1 Carrying case 2 Instrument 3 US2. Ventilation Testing Air Velocity Meter Alnor Model RVA501 AIRFLOw Model LCA501 Operation and Service Manual ALNOR OAmrLow Copyrighto TSI Incorporated 2007 2011 All rights reserved Address TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Fax No 651 490 3824 LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY effective J une 2011 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 24 months or if less 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 and exceptions 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 Pumps are warranted for hours of operation as set forth in product or operator s manuals c Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services are warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use for 90 days from the date of shipment d 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 e Unless sp
3. Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCAS501 on and off During the power up sequence the display will show the following Model Number Serial Number Software Revision and Last Date Calibrated Arrow A V Keys Press to scroll through choices while setting a parameter Enter Key Press to accept a value or condition Arrow lt or gt and Menu Soft Keys Common Terms Press arrow keys to change choices while setting a parameter Press the Menu soft key to select the Menu selections which are Display Setup Settings Flow Setup Data Logging and Calibration In this manual there are several terms that are used in different places The following is a brief explanation of the meanings of those terms Sample Consists of all of the measurement parameters stored at the same time Test ID A group of samples The statistics average minimum maximum and count are calculated for each test ID The maximum number of test IDs is 100 Time Constant The time constant is an averaging period It is used to dampen the display If you are experiencing fluctuating flows a longer time constant will slow down those fluctuations The display will update every second but the displayed reading will be the average over the last time constant period For example if the time constant is 10 seconds the display will update every second but the displayed reading will be the average from the last 10 seconds This i
4. 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 returned 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 Customer Service department at 44 0 149 4 459200 UK 800 874 2811 USA or 1 651 490 2811 International CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1 CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP eene nnn nnn nna 3 Supplying Power to the Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 3 Installing the Batteries e 3 Attaching the Handle sse 3 Using the Optional AC
5. 01 AIRFLOW LCAS501 or the AC adapter becomes broken it must be replaced immediately to prevent access to hazardous voltage Storage Remove the batteries when storing the unit for more than one month to prevent damage due to battery leakage 10 This page intentionally left blank Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Table 5 1 lists the symptoms possible causes and recommended solutions for common problems encountered with the Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCAS501 If your symptom is not listed or if none of the solutions solves your problem please contact TSI Table 5 1 Troubleshooting the Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action No Display in AC adapter contacts Velocity reading Fluctuating flow Reposition probe in fluctuates unstable less turbulent flow or use longer time constant Instrument Error Memory is full Download data 1f desired message appears then DELETE ALL memory Fault in instrument Factory service required on instrument Remove the probe from excessive temperature immediately excessive heat can damage the sensor Operating temperature limits can be found in Appendix A Specifications 11 12 This page intentionally left blank Chapter 5 Appendix A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice Velocity Range 50 to 6 000 ft min 0 25 to 30 m s Accuracy 1 0 of reading 4 ft min 0 02 m s Duct Size Range 0 t
6. B cable 4 CD ROM with downloading software This page intentionally left blank Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Setting up Supplying Power to the Alnor RVA5OTI AiRFLOW LCA501 The Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 is powered with four size AA batteries Installing the Batteries Insert four AA batteries as indicated by the diagram located on the inside of the battery compartment The Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCAS501 is designed to operate with either alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries although it will not recharge NiMH batteries Battery life will be shorter if NiMH batteries are used Carbon zinc batteries are not recommended because of the danger of battery acid leakage Attaching the Handle To attach the handle screw the handle into the bottom of the rotating vane head until secure Remove the handle after use to prevent damage to either the head or the handle Using the Optional AC Adapter When using the AC adapter the batteries if installed will be bypassed Be sure to provide the correct voltage and frequency which is marked on the back of the AC adapter The AC adapter will not recharge the batteries Using the Optional Articulating Extension The articulating extension allows you to secure the vane head at nearly any angle Once you have attached the articulating extension you can unscrew the swivel adjustment bolt and adjust the angle of the elbow You can then adjust the pivot position of the head by partially unsc
7. ally save data but instead prompts the user to save a sample e In Auto save mode the user manually takes samples that are automatically logged e InCont key mode the user starts taking readings and logging by pressing the key The instrument will continue taking measurements until the lt 4 key is pressed again 6 Chapter 3 e Auto save and Cont Key modes use Log Interval under the Log Settings Mode Log Settings Auto save Log Interval Cont key Log Interval e Use Cont key mode with Log Interval set to 1 second to take a Sweep measurement across an area Delete Data Use this to delete all data delete test or delete sample Memory This option displays the memory available Delete All under Delete Data will clear memory and reset the memory available LogDat2 Downloading Software The Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 comes with special software called LogDat2 Downloading Software which is designed to provide you with maximum flexibility and power To install this software on your computer follow the instructions on the label of the LogDat2 CD ROM To download data from the Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 connect the supplied computer interface USB cable to the Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCAS501 and to a computer USB port Then run the LogDat2 downloading software Within the LogDat2 software either select the tests to be downloaded or double click on a test to open it Operation This page intentionally left blank Chap
8. ecifically 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 WITH RESPECT TO SELLER S BREACH OF THE IMPLIED WARRANTY AGAINST INFRINGEMENT SAID WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO CLAIMS OF DIRECT INFRINGEMENT AND EXCLUDES CLAIMS OF CONTRIBUTORY OR INDUCED INFRINGEMENTS BUYER S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE THE RETURN OF THE PURCHASE PRICE DISCOUNTED FOR REASONABLE WEAR AND TEAR OR AT SELLER S OPTION REPLACEMENT OF THE GOODS WITH NON INFRINGING GOODS 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 THE CASE OF SOFTWARE SELLER WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE SOFTWARE OR IF UNABLE TO DO SO WILL REFUND THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE SOFTWARE IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS OR ANY SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL
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10. o 500 ft 0 to 46 45 Volumetric Flow Rate Range Actual range is a function of actual velocity and duct area Temperature Range 32 to 140 F 0 to 60 C Accuracy 2 F 0 5 Resolution 0 1 F 0 1 C Instrument Temperature Range Operating Electronics 40 to 113 F 5 to 45 C Operating Vane Head 32 to 140 F 0 to 60 C Storage 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Instrument Operating Conditions Altitude up to 4000 meters Relative humidity up to 80 RH non condensing Pollution degree 1 in accordance with IEC 664 Transient over voltage category II Data Storage Capabilities Range 12 700 samples and 100 test IDs one sample can contain fourteen measurement types Logging Interval Intervals 1 second to 1 hour Time Constant Intervals User selectable External Meter Dimensions 3 3 in x 7 0 in x 1 8 in 8 4 cm x 17 8 cm x 4 4 cm Meter Weight Weight with batteries 0 6 165 0 27 kg 13 Power Requirements Four A A size batteries included or AC adapter optional 9 VDC 300 mA 4 18 watts input voltage and frequency vary depending on which adapter is used 14 Appendix A amp ALNOR Amr ow INSTRUMENTS TSI Incorporated TSI Instruments Ltd 500 Cardigan Road Stirling Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Cressex Business Park Toll Free 800 874 2811 High Wycombe Telephone 651 490 2811 Bucks Fax 651 490 3824 HP123ST United Kingdom Tel 444 0 149 4 459200 E mail custom
11. rewing the head from the handle and tightening it with the knurled knob located underneath the vane head Using the Optional Air Cone Kit Air Cone Flow Hoods are a fast and accurate method of maximizing the usefulness of your 100 mm 4 in rotating vane anemometer by turning it into an air volume balancing tool Kit comes with both rectangular 285 mm X 235 mm 11 2 in X 9 2 in and circular 180 mm 7 1 in diameter cones Simply slide the vane head into the Air Cone to perform supply or extract return measurements Kit includes instructions for usage Connecting to a Computer Use the Computer Interface USB Cable provided with the Alnor RVASOI AIRFLOW LCAS501 to connect the instrument to a computer for downloading stored data Connect the end labeled COMPUTER to the computer USB port and the other end to the data port of the Alnor RVASOI AIRFLOW LCAS501 Then run the LogDat2 downloading software Within the LogDat2 software either select the tests to be downloaded or double click on a test to open it For more information on how to download stored data see Chapter 3 section titled LogDat2 Downloading Software of the Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 is not intended for connection to a public telecommunications network Connect the USB data port only to another USB port Ge Caution This symbol is used to indicate that the data port 4 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Operation Keypad Functions ON OFF Key Press to turn the
12. s also referred to as a moving average Menus DISPLAY SETUP Display setup menu is where you will setup the desired parameters to be displayed on the running screen With a parameter highlighted you can then use the ON soft key to have it show up on the running screen or select the OFF soft key to turn off the parameter Use PRIMARY soft key to have a parameter show up on the running screen in a larger display Only one parameter can be selected as a primary and up to 2 secondary parameters can be selected at one time SETTINGS Settings menu is where you can set the general settings These include Language Beeper Select Units Time Constant Contrast Set Time Set Date Time Format Date Format Number Format Backlight and Auto Off Use the lt or gt soft keys to scroll through the settings for each option and use the key to accept settings FLOW SET UP In Flow Setup mode there are four types Round Duct Rectangle Duct Duct Area and Air Cone Use the or gt soft keys to scroll through the types and then press the key to accept the desired type To change the value highlight the Enter Settings option and press the key DATA LOGGING Measurements Measurements to be logged are independent of measurements on the display and must therefore be selected under DATA LOGGING Measurements Log Mode Log Settings You can set Log Mode to Manual or Auto save e Manual mode does not automatic
13. ter 3 Chapter 4 Maintenance The Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 requires very little maintenance to keep it performing well Recalibration To maintain a high degree of accuracy in your measurements we recommend that you return your Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCAS501 to TSI for annual recalibration Please contact one of TSI s offices or your local distributor to make service arrangements and to receive a Return Material Authorization RMA number To fill out an online RMA form visit TSI s website at http service tsi com U S amp International UK TSI Incorporated TSI Instruments Ltd Alnor Products Stirling Road 500 Cardigan Road Cressex Business Park Shoreview MN 55126 3996 High Wycombe Tel 800 874 2811 Bucks 651 490 2811 HP12 3ST United Kingdom Fax 651 490 3824 Tel 44 0 149 4 459200 Fax 44 0 149 4 459700 The Alnor RVA501 AIRFLOW LCA501 can also be recalibrated in the field using the CALIBRATION menu These field adjustments are intended to make minor changes in calibration to match a user s calibration standards The field adjustment is NOT intended as a complete calibration capability For complete multiple point calibration and certification the instrument must be returned to the factory Cases If the instrument case or storage case needs cleaning wipe it off with a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol or a mild detergent Never immerse the Alnor RVASOI AIRFLOW LCA501 If the enclosure of the Alnor RVA5
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