Model 8533 8534 DustTrak DRX Aerosol Monitor Operation
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1. P N 6001898 Rev A Copyright 2008 by TSI Incorporated Printed in U S A2. CurrentCal DustTrak Concentration Select Photometric from the User Cal drop down selection and enter the NewCal factor using the onscreen controls T es Photometric 1 0 3 3 3 Operation 21 Alarm Alarm allows the user to set alarm levels on any of the 5 mass channels PM PM s RESP PM5 and Total For each mass channel an alarm set point level and alarm type can be set AlarmPM1 Alarm Setpoint mg m The alarm setpoint is the mass concentration level upon which the alarm is triggered Alarm will be triggered 1f the mass concentration taken at the logging interval rises above the setpoint 22 Chapter 3 Audible On Off Relay On Off Visible On Off STEL On Off STEL Alarm When the audible alarm is turned on the instrument will activate internal beeper when Alarm level is reached or surpassed Audible alarm can only be linked to one mass channel at a time When the relay alarm is turned on unit will close relay switch when Alarm level 1s reached or surpassed Relay alarm can only be linked to one mass channel at a time When the visible alarm is turned on unit will show the alarm icon C in title bar when Alarm level is reached or surpassed When the STEL alarm is turned on STEL data will be collected when alarm level is reached or surpassed Relay alarm can only be linked to one mass channel at a time STEL selection is available on the 8533
3. start date 30 start time 30 test length 30 time between tests 30 time constant 31 use start date 31 60 log mode continued use start time 31 log modes 27 log name 30 maintenance 39 schedule 39 manual log 27 manual mode 29 log interval 29 test length 29 time constant 29 mass concentration measurements 31 mass fractions region 32 model number 14 N O name 17 newcal 21 number of tests 30 P Q packing list 1 parallel gravimetric calibration 54 parts identification 5 6 PCF calibration 53 photometric 17 21 power supply 4 pump run time 14 R rechargeable battery 2 relay 23 replacing internal filter 42 reusing and recycling v run mode region 32 runmode 27 Index S safety information 111 save all button 37 SCF calibration 53 screen regions 32 screwdriver 4 select file 37 serial gravimetric calibration 53 serial number 14 serial number label iv service policy 2 setting up 7 instrument 9 settings 25 date time 25 display 26 IP 26 touch cal 26 setup menu 14 calibration date 14 cum filter conc 14 cum mass conc 14 filter time 14 firmware version 14 model number 14 pump run time 14 serial number 14 size corr 18 size fraction 24 software installation 9 spanner driver 3 specifications 51 standard calibration method photometric calibration factor 19 standard calibration method size correction factor 18 start date
4. work Alarm does not turn on correctly Instrument does not store new data Flow Error is indicated on front screen Laser Error indicated on front screen Alarm function not turned on Alarm setting incorrect Alarm output wired with reverse polarity Memory is full Instrument is in Survey mode If sampling from a duct instrument may have problems overcoming pressure differences Flow obstruction Internal pump failing indicated by inability to adjust flow rate to full range Filter Cassette clogged or has mass loading Laser background is too high Laser 1s failing Troubleshooting Turn the alarm function on in the Settings gt Alarm screen Check the alarm settings in the Settings gt Alarm screen Alarm wires are polarized Voltage input must be wired to alarm input Delete or transfer historic data The instrument does not store data in survey mode Can to manual or program log mode Attach both the input and the exhaust port into the duct Remove obstruction if still present Press any key to bypass Factory service may be required Replace the filter cassette See the maintenance section of the manual Remove and clean inlet nozzle Pay close attention to the tip of the nozzle that is inserted into the instrument to insure it is clear of any contamination Factory service may be required 49 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Filter Error
5. 30 start time 30 start up 13 START UP screen 13 stats 33 Index STEL 23 alarm repeat 24 data 24 indicator 23 storage precautions 46 stylus 4 supplying power 7 survey mode 27 28 time constant 28 T test length 29 test progress region 32 time between tests 30 time constant 28 29 31 title bar 38 alarm 38 battery status 38 current screen 38 date and time 38 instrument lock 38 TRAKPRO software installation 9 troubleshooting 47 U unpacking 1 USB cable 2 USB port connector 9 use auto zero 58 use start date 31 use start time 31 user cal 17 18 name 17 photometric 17 size corr 18 V visible 23 61 W X Y warning symbols iv warranty 2 wiring alarm 11 wiring analog output 10 62 Z zero cal 15 zero check 39 zero filter 2 40 zero module 57 zeroing instrument 40 Index TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 U S A USA Tel 1 800 874 2811 E mail particle tsi com Website www tsi com UK Tel 44 149 4 459200 E mail tsiuk tsi com Website www tsiinc co uk France Tel 33 491 95 2190 E mail tsifrance tsi com Website www tsiinc fr Germany Tel 49 241523030 E mail tsigmbh tsi com Website www tsiinc de India Tel 91 80 41132470 E mail tsi india tsi com China Tel 86 10 8260 1595 E mail tsibeijing tsi com 3 gt Contact your local TSI Distributor or visit our website www tsi com for more detailed specifications
6. can be put into either slot Orient the batteries with the label side facing up See figure 2 1 ee Figure 2 1 Batteries into Desktop Unit Installing the Batteries in 8534 Handheld Remove the battery cover by loosening captured screw on the bottom of the unit Orient battery with brass connectors facing forward Insert battery into cavity and slide forward to engage into pins Replace the battery cover and secure by tightening screw See figure 2 2 Figure 2 2 Batteries into Handheld Unit Using the AC Adapter to Run Instrument The AC adapter allows you to power the DUSTTRAK monitor from an AC wall outlet When using the AC adapter the batteries if installed will be bypassed Battery Charging This instrument will charge the Lithium Ion battery packs Insert the batteries into the battery compartment plug the instrument into AC power and turn the instrument on Batteries will charge only when the instrument is on and in stand by mode Batteries will not be charged if the instrument 1s turned off or is actively taken measurements Charging will stop when the batteries have been fully charged Inlet Cap When using the DUSTTRAK monitor to sample environmental air the inlet cap should be put over the instrument This cap will keep large objects from dropping into and plugging the inlet The cap will also keep direct light from shinning into the chamber and skewing the results The inlet cap can simply be pre
7. desktop model only See STEL Note below STEL stands for Short Term Exposure Limit When a STEL alarm is selected the instrument will inspect the data on a second by second basis independent from the selected logging interval If the mass exceeds the STEL limit then a STEL even will be triggered and the following actions will be taken STEL indicator The STEL indicator will show Red on the main screen Operation 23 Data will be taken of the STEL alarm channel at a 1 minute logging interval for 15 minutes This data will be stored in a separate file named STEL XXX where XXX will be matched to the logged data file The instrument will also continue to log the mass concentration data at the logging interval selected STEL Alarm repeat If the instrument remains over the STEL limit after the 15 minute interval or 1f the instrument exceeds the STEL limit later during the sample period additional STEL files will be generated Analog Output Setting V mA 0 5 V Lower Limit mg m 22 3 Upper Limit me Analog setup screen sets the parameters that will drive the analog out port Applies to the 8533 Desktop model only Turns analog out port on Selects the size channel that will drive the analog out Select between 0 5 V and 4 20 mA 24 Chapter 3 Lower Limit mg m Mass concentration reading of the selected channel that will correspond to 0V or4 mA Upper Limit mg m Mass
8. focused visible light e Exposure to this light may cause blindness Take these precautions e DO NOT remove any parts from the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor unless you are specifically told to do so in this manual e DO NOT remove the housing or covers There are no serviceable components inside the housing WARNING The use of controls adjustments or procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in exposure to hazardous optical radiation WARNING There are no user serviceable parts inside this instrument The instrument should only be opened by TSI or a TSI approved service technician 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 Labels Advisory labels and identification labels are attached to the instrument 1 Serial Number Label DusTTRak DRX Model 8533 bottom vows ANANI LIL MFD JANUARY 1005 THIS LASER PRODUCT CONFORMS TO H CFR ID40 10 BUREAU OF RADIOLOGICAL HEALTH AND GAFETY REGULATIONS TB inc 500 Cardigan Road et Shoreview MN 55136 Th WEA Waa aLam 2 Laser Radiation Label DANGER internal VISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM WARNING NO USER SERVICABLE
9. screen Battery Status Show the current life of the battery and show if the battery 1s currently being charged Charging a unfilled portion of the icon filled yellow Not Charging E f unfilled portion of the icon transparent Date and Time Indicates the instruments current date and time If the instrument is in a alarm status a alarm icon CI will appear in the title bar 38 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Maintenance The DUSTTRAK DRX aerosol monitor can be maintained in the field using the instructions below Additionally TSI recommends that you return your DUSTTRAK DRX to the factory for annual calibration For a reasonable fee we will quickly clean and calibrate the unit and return it to you in as new working condition along with a Certificate of Calibration This annual checkup helps ensure that the DUSTTRAK DRX 1s always in good operating condition WARNING There are no user serviceable parts inside this instrument The instrument should only be opened by TSI or a TSI approved service technician Maintenance Schedule Your DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor requires maintenance on a regular basis Table 4 1 lists the factory recommended maintenance schedule Some maintenance items are required each time the DUSTTRAK monitor is used or on an annual basis Other items are scheduled according to how much aerosol is drawn through the instrument For example cleaning the inlet sample tu
10. the schedule in Table 4 1 1 Turn the DUSTTRAK monitor off 2 Unscrew the inlet nozzle from the instrument Figure 4 2 Figure 4 2 Unscrew Inlet Nozzle 3 Clean the inlet port A cotton swab can be used to clean the outside of the inlet port The swabs can be dampened with water or a light solvent e g isopropanol The inside of the sample tube can be cleaned using a small brush along with a light solvent Dry the tube by blowing it out with compressed air or let it air dry thoroughly Be careful not to blow particles into the DUSTTRAK monitor inlet port 4 Screw hand tighten inlet back into instrument Cleaning 2 5 um Calibration Impactor The calibration impactor should be cleaned prior to every use using it to perform a Standard Calibration size correction on the instrument as described in the Operations section 1 Unscrew Impactor Check O ring on the impactor base 2 Clean outside and inside of Impactor and the impactor plate using a clean brush and a light solvent Dry impactor parts by blowing it out with compressed air or let it air dry thoroughly 3 Apply 1 drop of oil included to the impactor plate Do not over fill impaction plate Maintenance 41 G Apply 1 Drop Oil Figure 4 3 Apply 1 Drop of Oil to Impactor Plate 4 Screw hand tighten impactor back together Replacing the Internal Filters The internal filters should be replaced based on the schedule in Table 4 1
11. 0 analog alarm cable 2 analog alarm output connecting 10 audible 23 auto zero interval 58 B battery charging 8 battery installation 7 desktop unit 7 handheld unit 8 battery status 38 C calibration certificate 3 calibration date 14 calibration factor for specific aerosol 20 calibration impactor cleaning 41 calibration impactor kit 3 caution symbols iv channel button 37 charging battery 8 Class I 11 clean inlet 39 cleaning inlet conditioner 41 conductive tubing 3 connecting analog alarm output 10 connecting computer 9 current screen 38 custom cal 19 D data 37 channel button 37 delete 37 save all button 37 select file 37 statistics 37 delete 37 determining calibration factor for specific aerosol 20 display mode region 32 E error indicator region 33 F file name region 32 59 filter opening tool 4 filter removal tool 3 filter time 14 firmware version 14 flow cal 16 G H graph 35 button 37 data label 36 data region 36 scale display 36 time display 35 I J K impactor oil 4 inlet cap 4 8 inlet conditioner cleaning 41 installing batteries 7 instrument lock 38 instrument setup 9 internal filer replacing 39 internal filter 3 replacing 42 internal filter element 3 IP notes 26 L laser radiation label iv log interval 29 30 log mode 27 30 auto zero interval 30 log interval 30 log name 30 number of tests 30
12. 8 Open Filter using Enclosed Tool h Remove screen mesh from filter and blow out using compressed air Blow in reverse direction to remove captured particulate i Replace mesh in filter holder and press halves together Ensure filter has been fully closed The filter tool PN 7001303 can be used to ensure the filter is fully closed wa Figure 4 9 Replace Mesh in Filter Holder j gt Place filter back into position and close blue retaining clip Make sure retaining clip snaps back into place Note Replacement filters were shipped with the new instrument Additional filters can be order from TSI under PN 801673 3 It is important to reset the instruments filter counter after replacing filters Resetting the counter will clear the filter error condition shown on the main screen Reset the counters by the following a Turn on the instrument b Press the Setup button to go into the setup screen Maintenance 45 C Touch the Cum Filter Conc live key to reset the aerosol mass m Serial Number 10 Model Number 8530 Firmware Version DOO AD Calibration Date 01 01 2000 Pump Runtime 3 Cum Mass Cone 139229 0 mg m Cum Filter Cone 0 0 mg m Filter Time 1 01 2008 Touch Replace user serviceable filters Dialog will appear Press OK Reset filter concentration Dialog will appear Press Yes to reset the cumulative filter concentration to zero The Setup screen will not show zero for the Cum Filter Co
13. Connector 4 pin Mini DIN connectors 8534 Sound buzzer Screen 8533 5 7 color touchscreen 8534 3 5 color touchscreen Gravimetric Sampling 8533 Removable 37 mm Cartridge EMI RF Immunity Complies with Emissions Directive Standard EN50081 1 1992 Complies with Immunity Directive Standard EN50082 1 1992 ESD Shock may require instrument reboot 52 Appendix A Appendix B DRX Advanced Calibration The advanced calibration method is employed to yield high size segregated mass concentration accuracy for PM o PM55 Respirable and PM size fractions It involves two gravimetric measurements to obtain PCF and SCF The two gravimetric measurements can be done in sequence or in parallel depending on the gravimetric sampling device availability Option 1 Serial Gravimetric Calibration When the user has only one set of gravimetric sampling devices the DUSTTRAK DRX advanced calibration can be performed in two serial steps The experimental setup is in Figure B la The calibration steps are outlined below Step 1 PCF Calibration e Install a PM impactor at the inlet of the external gravimetric filter e Co locate and run the gravimetric sample and DUSTTRAK DRX monitor simultaneously to collect enough mass on the gravimetric filter e Calculate the PM 5 mass concentration PM 5 Gray from the gravimetric filter based on the net mass collected on the filter sampling time flow rate and total liters of air sampl
14. Filters need to be replaced Replaced the filters per indicated on instructions in the maintenance front screen section of this manual Make sure to reset the filter mass and date once the filters have been changed 50 Chapter 5 Appendix A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice 90 light scattering Range 8533 Desktop 0 001 to 150 mg m 8534 Handheld 0 001 to 150 mg m Display Size Segregated Mass Fractions for PM PM2 5 Respirable PM and Total All displayed Resolution 0 1 of reading of 0 001 mg m whichever is greater Operational Temp 0 to 50 C Physical Size HWD Handheld 4 9 x 4 75 x 12 45 in Desktop 5 3x 8 5 x 8 8 in Weight Handheld 2 9 Ib 3 3 lb with battery a Desktop 3 45 Ib 4 45 Ib 1 battery 5 45 Ib 2 batteries Communications 8533 USB Host and Device and Ethernet Stored data accessible using thumb drive 8534 USB Host and Device Stored dada accessible using thumb drive Power AC AC power adapter included 115 to 240 VAC 51 Battery Up to 2 Removable Li lon External and Internal charging Life 1 battery 9 hours typical Life 2 battery 18 hours typical 1 Removable Li lon External and Internal charging Life 6 hours typical Analog out 8533 User selectable output O to 5 V or 2 to 20 mA User selectable scaling Alarm Out 8533 STEL Relay or sound buzzer Relay No latching MOSFET User selectable set point 5 deadband
15. L 065 Laser Filter When the instrument is on but not taking any mass measurements the start button will be green and instruments pump will not be running To start taking a measurement press the green Start button Operation 31 While taking a measurement the screen will display the current measured mass concentration The various regions of the screen are shown below Screen Regions LEI Mass Concentration PMI PM2 5 1 17 Resp 1 18 1 17 mg m3 PM10 1 19 Total 1 25 Display Mode Display ALL Mass Fractions Run Mode Run Mode MANUAL How pasas File Name File MANUAL 065 b Laser Test Progress Error Indicators Mass Fractions Region Shows the size segregated mass live keys measurements The highlighted channel displayed in larger font on the left can be changed by touching on the screen the measurement of most interest on the right hand side of the screen Display Mode Region The size segregated mass fractions live key displayed in this area can be selected by touching in the Display mode region The modes that can be selected with this live key are All PM PM gt 5 Resp PM and Total TAQ ENV PM PM 5 PMio and Total IH Resp PM5 and Total Run Mode Region Shows the run mode selected from the RunMode screen File Name Region Displays the file name to which the data 1s currently being saved Test Progress Region Shows the time based progress of the test 32 Cha
16. PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL 3 European symbol for non disposable item Item must be recycled Description of Caution Warning Symbols Appropriate caution warning statements are used throughout the manual and on the instrument that require you to take cautionary measures when working with the instrument Caution Caution Failure to follow the procedures prescribed in this manual might result in irreparable equipment damage Important information about the operation and maintenance of this instrument is included in this manual Warning WARNING Warning means that unsafe use of the instrument could result in serious injury to you or cause damage to the instrument Follow the procedures prescribed Caution and Warning Symbols The following symbols may accompany cautions and warnings to indicate the nature and consequences of hazards Warns that the instrument contains a laser and that important information about its safe operation and maintenance is included in the manual Warns that the instrument is susceptible to electro static discharge ESD and ESD protection should be followed to avoid damage Indicates the connector is connected to earth ground and cabinet ground Reusing and Recycling As part of TSI Incorporated s effort to have a minimal negative impact on the communities in which its products are manufactured and used Q Do not dispose of used batteries
17. Survey Mode five 5 minutes of running real time data is displayed graphically e During Logging Mode the entire log test time is displayed on the graph Data Region live area J Data Label 5 live key r we Tae a ae mime Display Scale Display em a live area live area Time Display Pressing the Time x axis label on the graph screen switches between Time s Time abs and Time rel Time s Elapsed time from first logged point log interval to the last logged point test length Time rel Relative time from zero to last logged point test length log interval Time abs Absolute time from first logged point test start log interval to last logged point test stop Operation 35 Scale Display Pressing in the Scale Display area will bring up a dialog that will allow changing between auto scaling and user scaling of the Y axis Data Label Pressing the data label will toggle between PM PM55 Resp PM and Total size segregated mass fractions Data Region Pressing the data region will bring up a dialog to show TWA or Average Auto Scale TWA Will show a secondary line on the graph showing the time weighted average of the data This line will not show if test time is less then 15 minutes Average Show a secondary line on the graph of the running average of the data In Graphing Mode pressing Main returns the instrument to the Main Screen display 36 Chapter 3
18. Viewing Data The Data button opens a list of data files for viewing Filename Date Time _ MANUAL 060 MAMUAL 065 AVG 1 198 TWA 0 001 Data Statistics Channel Button Save All Button Delete Button Graph Button Operation 04 24 2008 02 42 04 24 20 008 06 Ll 04 24 2008 06 13 Pa IDA TONO Channel Total MIN 1 173 MAX 1 761 Press the arrows on the right side of the screen to scroll up or down to the data file to be viewed Statistics on the selected file File Name Size Channel Sample Average Sample TWA Sample Maximum Reading Sample Minimum Reading Toggles between the mass fraction channels PM PM 5 Resp PM5 and Total Downloads data to a USB thumb drive USB thumb drive must be attached to the USB host port Deletes the currently highlighted file Data can also be viewed in graphical form by pressing the Graph button while the data file 1s highlighted 37 Title Bar The Title Bar shows common instrument information Current Screen Instrument Lock Battery Status Date Time Current Screen Title of the current screen that is being displayed Instrument Lock Icon shows if the instrument touchscreen is in a unlocked or locked condition Unlocked i Locked Ci To lock the touchscreen controls touch the lock icon immediately followed by three 3 quick touches on the current screen Main word along the top tool bar Repeat the process to unlock the
19. be is recommended after 350 hours of sampling a 1 mg m concentration of aerosol This recommendation should be pro rated according to how the instrument is used 350 hours at 1 mg m is the same amount of aerosol as 700 hours at 0 5 mg m or 175 hours at 2 mg m etc a SLTSTSLRARSSSLSTSTL LT NG 4 1 Recommended Maintenance Schedule Replace internal filters 350 hr at 1 mg m or when indicated by the main screen filter error indicator Return to factory for cleaning and calibration Annually Pro rated see discussion above 39 The DUSTTRAK monitor keeps track of the accumulated amount of aerosol drawn through it since its last cleaning When the internal filter replacement is due the filter error indicator will turn from green to red TSI recommends that you perform a zero check prior to each use for the DUSTTRAK monitor and certainly before running any extended tests and after the instrument experiences a significant environmental change Examples of significant environmental changes would be ambient temperature changes that exceed 15 F 8 C or moving from locations with high aerosol concentrations to low concentrations Zeroing Instrument 1 Attach the zero filter to the inlet of the instrument Figure 4 1 Attach Zero Filter to Inlet 2 Follow zero calibration instructions detailed in the operations section of this manual 40 Chapter 4 Cleaning the Inlet The inlet should be cleaned based on
20. below The advanced method will give the tightest accuracy and is described in Appendix B Standard Calibration Method Size Correction Factor The size correction factor 1s used to improve the relative accuracy between the 5 mass channels PM PM gt 5 Resp PM5 and Total The instrument has been optimized in the factory calibration to standard ISO 12103 1 Al test dust formerly Arizona Test Dust Following the steps below a size correction factor can be determined for the aerosol of interest to better optimize the 5 mass channels relative accuracy Note The 2 5 um inlet impactor should be clean before performing the shape calibration The cleaning procedure is details in the Maintenance section of this manual 1 Select Size Corr from the drop down list Name UC1 Name UCI 18 Chapter 3 2 Press the Custom Cal button 3 Follow the on screen steps to determine the size Corr The PM 5 impactor 1s required for this step Size Cal Factor 1 23 Tuci Size Corr 1 23 Standard Calibration Method Photometric Calibration Factor In most situations the DUSTTRAK monitor with its built in data logging capability can provide very good information on how the concentration of an aerosol changes for different processes over time Factory calibration to the respirable fraction of standard ISO 12103 1 Al test dust is fairly representative of a wide variety of environmental aerosols encountered in industrial hygi
21. concentration reading of the Settings Operation selected channel that will correspond to 5 V or 20 mA EE BoateTime CC Date Time Current Time 1 59 48 hh mm ss Date Format mm dd yyyy AM PM Sets current date current time and date time format Time can set in 12 or 24 hour format Date can be set in yyyy dd mm yyyy mm dd or yyyy dd mm 25 a IP Dynamic id IP Dynamic IP Address 192 168 000 125 Sub Net Mask 255 255 255 000 Sets IP parameters for Ethernet port Model 8533 Desktop only IP method can be set to static or dynamic For static IP IP address and subnet mask can be set See Note below Display Blue ng Display Blue Switches between blue and while backgrounds Touch Cal founa I Press Start to start the touch screen calibration process Calibrates the touch cal screen IP Notes e After changing the instrument to Dynamic or Static the instrument must be rebooted e In Dynamic Mode the unit will show the IP to which is assigned after being rebooted 26 Chapter 3 Run Mode t The RunMode tab brings up sampling mode options Sampling mode options include Survey Mode Manual Log and Log Mode 1 5 Survey Mode runs a real time continuous active sample but does not log data Manual Log sets the instrument to log data for a specified run time Log Modes Log Mode starts and stops the instrument at specified times run for a specifi
22. e The alarm switch located inside the DUSTTRAK monitor must be located on the ground side of the alarm system The DUSTTRAK monitor Alarm Output function should not be used to detect hazardous conditions or to provide an alarm for protecting human life health or safety The alarm switch must not be wired to AC power Failure to properly install the user alarm could damage the DUSTTRAK instrument and or void the instrument warranty Please read and follow all instructions before wiring or operating the user alarm Setting Up 11 Chapter 3 Operation Getting Started The START UP screen is displayed initially when the instrument is turned on following the initial TSI logo splash screen Display ALL Run Mode SURVEY How File Laser Filter Using a stylus or finger tip touch the buttons on the screen to activate different menus 13 Setup Menu m LE Serial Number 10 Model Number 8530 Firmware Version DOO AD Calibration Date 01 01 2000 Pump Runtime 3 Cum Mass Conc 139229 0 mg m Cum Filter Conc 139229 0 mg m Filter Time 12 31 1969 t Pressing Setup activates the Setup Menu touchscreen buttons along the left edge of the screen Setup cannot be accessed when the instrument is sampling The main screen of the Setup screen displays the following information Serial Number Model Number The instruments serial number The instruments model number Firmware Version Instrum
23. ed e Read the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor average PM 5 mass concentration PM55 prx from the screen or through TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software e Calculate the new PCF PM PCR 7 x PCF u P 2 5 DRX Update the new PCF in user calibration settings Step 2 SCF Calibration e Install a PM impactor at the inlet of the external gravimetric filter e Co locate and run the gravimetric sample and DUSTTRAK DRX monitor simultaneously to collect enough mass on the gravimetric filter e Calculate the PM mass concentration PM jo Grav from the gravimetric filter based on the net mass collected on the filter sampling time flow rate and total liters of air sampled e Read the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor average PM 5 PM 5 prx and PM PMio prx mass concentration from the screen or though TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software 53 e Calculate the new SCF PM PM 3 PU x SCF PM PM pry e Update the new SCF in user calibration settings 10 Grav SCF 10 DRX Option 2 Parallel Gravimetric Calibration When the user has two sets of gravimetric sampling devices the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor advanced calibration can be performed in the parallel configuration as shown in Figure B 1b The calibration steps are outlined below 1 Install a PM 5 and a PM impactor at the inlet of the two external gravimetric filters respectively 2 Co locate and run the gravimetric samples and DUSTTRAK DRX monitor simultane
24. ed test length and perform multiple tests of the same length with a specified time period between tests Operation 27 Survey Mode Time Constant 10 sec Time Constant 10 sec Time Constant Time Constant can be set from 1 to 60 seconds This will control the update rate of the main screen It is the rolling average of data displayed on the main screen and 1s not linked to logged data in either Manual or Program Log modes 28 Chapter 3 Manual Mode Test Length 00 00 01 dd hh mm Time Constant 1 sec Log Interval The log interval can be set from 1 to 60 seconds It is the amount of time between logged data points Test Length Test length can be set from 1 minute to the limit of the data storage Time Constant Time Constant can be set from 1 to 60 seconds This will control the update rate of the main screen It is the rolling average of data displayed on the main screen and 1s not linked to logged data in either Manual or Program Log modes In Manual mode data will be stored to a file named Manual XYZ where XYZ is an incrementing integer Operation 29 Log Mode 1 5 30 FE 0G MODE 1 Log Name LOG MODE 1 p 1 Name LOG MODE 1 Start Date 01 01 2000 mm dd yyyy Start Time 16 45 00 hh mm ss est Length 00 00 01 dd hh mm Number of Tests ime Between Tests 00 00 01 dd hh mm ime Constant 1 sec Log Name Log Name brings up a virtual keypad to name the Logged Data file Sta
25. eeeeceeeseeecseseeecseneeesseaes 46 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING ccteeccsssseeeeseeseeseeeeeeseeens 47 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS cccccessseeeseeseeeseeeneeseeeneeeees 51 APPENDIX B DRX ADVANCED CALIBRATION 008 53 Option 1 Serial Gravimetric Calibration ccccccseeeeeeeseeeeeeeees 53 Step 1 PCF Calibration X aa 53 Step 2 SCF Calibration X a 53 Option 2 Parallel Gravimetric Calibration 54 APPENDIX C ZERO MODULE 111 57 INDEX acetone ABA AA AE 59 These Application Notes can also be found under TSI s web site http www tsi com EXPMN 001 DustTrak Il Theory of Operation pdf EXPMN 002 DustTrak DRX Theory of Operation pdf EXPMN 003 DustTrak Il Impactor pdf EXPMN 004 DRX TEOM Comparison pdf EXPMN 005 DustTrak DRX Standard and Advance Calibration pdf Safety Information IMPORTANT There are no user serviceable parts inside the instrument Refer all repair and maintenance to a qualified factory authorized technician All maintenance and repair information in this manual is included for use by a qualified factory authorized technician Laser Safety e The Model 8533 8534 DUSTTRAK DRX monitor is a Class I laser based instrument e During normal operation you will not be exposed to laser radiation e Precaution should be taken to avoid exposure to hazardous radiation in the form of intense
26. eference flow meter to inlet port You may use a bubble buret mass flow meter dry piston or rotameter as flow measurement devices 2 Move the arrows up or down to achieve desired flow on the reference flowmeter Each up or down arrow will change the flow about 1 Allow time between button presses to let pump change to the new flow rate 3 Select save once the desired flow rate 1s achieved Select undo to return to the factory set point 16 Chapter 3 User Cal User Cal allows the user to store and use 10 different calibration factors The currently active user calibration is highlighted with an asterisk Four variables can be set for each user calibration User can rename calibration to a description name Photometric Changes the factory calibration of particle signal based on Arizona Road Dust to actual aerosol being measured See below for sets to set this calibration Operation 17 Size Corr Changes the factory calibration of the particle distribution based on Arizona Road Dust to actual aerosol being measured See below for sets to set this calibration User Cal on off Selecting On will activate current user calibration and deactivate the previously selected user calibration The Size and Photometric Calibration factors can be determine using a standard or advanced calibration method The standard method is quick and easy to perform and works well in most situations That method is shown
27. ene applications Because optical mass measurements are dependent upon particle size and material properties there may be times in Operation 19 which a custom calibration would improve your accuracy for a specific aerosol Determining a aerosol specific photometric calibration requires 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 DUSTTRAK DRX monitor is factory calibrated to the respirable fraction of standard ISO 12103 1 Al test dust The DUSTTRAK monitor can be easily calibrated to any arbitrary aerosol by adjusting the custom calibration factor The DUSTTRAK monitor s custom calibration factor is assigned the value of 1 00 for the factory calibration to standard ISO test dust This procedure describes how to determine the calibration factor for a specific aerosol Using the 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 though it is limited to non
28. ents current version of firmware Calibration Date Pump Run Time Cum Mass Conc Cum Filter Conc Filter Time 14 Date of the last factory calibration Pump running time in hours Amount of mass run through instrument over life Amount of mass run through instrument since last filter change Date of last filter change Chapter 3 Zero Cal oT mi gt era Cal Attach the Zero filter and press START z to start the zero cal process Zero Cal should be run the first time the instrument is used and should be repeated prior to every use Zero Cal requires that the zero filter be attached prior to running Never perform a zero cal without attaching a zero filter Press Zero Cal Button Attach Zero Filter Press the Start button to start Zeroing process ae eS A count down clock will appear indicating the time remaining The screen with indicate Zero Cal Complete when done Remove filter after zeroing has been completed The instrument is now zero calibrated and ready for use Operation 15 Flow Cal Use Up or Down arrow keys to change s the flow rate Flow Cal is run if the user wants to change the flow set point The flow set point is factory set to 3 L min total flow 2 L min of the total flow is measured aerosol flow 1 L min of total flow is split off filtered and used for sheath flow The pump will automatically start when entering the Flow Cal screen 1 Attach a flow calibrator r
29. in the trash Follow local environmental requirements for battery recycling o If instrument becomes obsolete return to TSI for disassembly and recycling Chapter 1 Unpacking and Parts Identification Carefully unpack the Model 8533 34 DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor from the shipping container Use the tables and illustrations below to make certain that there are no missing components Contact TSI immediately if anything is missing or damaged Unpacking the DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor Compare all the components you received with those listed in the table below If any parts are M contact TSI Part Number Description 8533 Desktop DRX 8534 Handheld DRX 1 801670 Desktop DRX Carrying Case 801669 Handheld DRX Carrying Case 1 1090014 Data Analysis Software CD ROM Part Number Description g 800663 Zero Filter 1 801680 6600 mAH Lithium lon Rechargeable Battery Desktop or 801681 Rechargeable lithium ion battery Handheld 1303740 USB cable 1 801652 Analog alarm output cable Desktop models only 6001898 User Manual Chapter 1 Part Number E 3001047 801668 pupa 4 801673 Je E 801666 Oe i Unpacking and Parts Identification Description Calibration Certificate Conductive Tubing Filter removal tool Spanner Driver Spare Internal Filter Elements Desktop Model Only Spare Internal Filters Handheld Model Only Calibration Impactor Kit PM2 5 Part Nu
30. 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 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 a
31. mber Description 801692 Power Supply Desktop 801694 Power Supply Handheld 1319420 Stylus 3012094 Screwdriver dual ended For Handheld Models only 801674 Impactor Oil 7001303 37 mm Filter opening tool Desktop models only 7001331 Inlet cap 4 Chapter 1 Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK DRX Desktop Aerosol Monitor Model 8533 Stylus Inlet On Off Touchscreen Analog Alarm Output USB Host USB Device Ethernet Power Zero Module Connector B A Filter Access a acc Figure 1 1 Features on Desktop Model Unpacking and Parts Identification 5 Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK DRX Handheld Aerosol Monitor Model 8534 Inlet On Off Touchscreen Stylus Port Cover Power USB Host USB Device Filter Access Battery Access Screw Lockdown Figure 1 2 Features on Handheld Model 6 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Setting Up Supplying Power to the DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor The Model 8533 and 8534 DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor must be powered by either batteries or use of the external AC adapter The instrument has been design to be used with batteries supplied by TSI Do not use a substitute Do not use non rechargeable batteries in this instrument Fire explosions or other hazards may result Installing the Batteries in 8533 Desktop Remove the battery cover and slide one or two batteries into the battery slots A single battery
32. mended 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 at 800 874 2811 USA or 001 651 490 2811 International CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION mapa 8NA HI L ser Safe ations aed eed ieee eee lil TEE Ree Ce ene eee IV Description of Caution Warning Symbols 1 1 IV CANON arses eastct captor a essay ener teachen ena AN IV WAI AA AA AA IV Caution and Warning Symbols 100771777 V Reusihgjahdi Recycling ua am DANGAN aNG NANA V CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION 1 Unpacking the DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Moniitor c secceeees 1 Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK DRX Desktop Aerosol Monit r Model 6533 AA AA cede 5 Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK DRX Handheld Aerosol Monitor Model 8534 0 2 cf 52 cuca scatctdnaSentnuden pontwdesyessuadsencieedsaeunieaacgenseads 6 CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP AABANG 7 Supplying Power to the DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor T Installing the Batteries in 8533 Desktop 7 Installing the Batteries in 8534 Handheld 7 Using the AC Adapter
33. ncentration and the current date for the Filter Time Storage Precautions When storing the DUSTTRAK monitor for more than 30 days you should remove the batteries This prevents damage due to battery leakage This instrument must be stored in a location where the temperature remains between 20 and 60 C 4 and 140 F 46 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting The table below lists the symptoms possible causes and recommended solutions for common problems encountered with the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Erratic zero Check connections for leaks reading Replace zero filter Dirty inlet port and or Clean inlet port Clean or sample tube replace tubing Internal filter s not Inspect internal filter wells to installed properly make certain the filters and o leaking rings are seated properly Replace internal filters if necessary Run Mode The selected Run Mode Correct or change the run mode Error The program has Use Start program start time has Date selected but the passed start date 1s prior to the current date Run Mode The selected Run Mode Reduce the number of samples Error The program 1s programmed to by reducing the test length or selected log save more samples then is increasing the logging interval mode will room in memory exceed the allowed number of samples 47 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Instrument run
34. or when the filter indicator on the main screen changes to red 1 Turn the instrument off 2 Remove old filters from the instrument Handheld Model a Use the enclosed filter removal tool PN 801668 tool to unscrew the two filter caps located on the bottom of the instrument b Pull the old filters out of the two filter wells If filter wells are visibly dirty blow out with compressed air Figure 4 4 Pull Filters Out of Two Filter Wells Handheld Model c Put two 2 new filters into the filter wells and screw filter caps back into place 42 Chapter 4 Note Replacement filters were shipped with the new instrument Additional filters can be order from TSI under PN 801666 Desktop Model a Open filter access door on the back of the instrument b Use the enclosed filter removal tool PN 801668 to unscrew filter cap c Pull out single cylindrical filter from filter well If filter well is visibly dirty blow out with compressed air Figure 4 5 Pull out Single Cylindrical Filter from Filter Well Desktop Model d Put new filer back into filter well and screw filter cap back into place Maintenance 43 e Open blue retention clip by pinching ends inward and pushing down Figure 4 6 Open Blue Retention Clip f Remove 37 mm filter cartridge by pulling downward and outward Figure 4 7 Remove 37 mm Filter Cartridge 44 Chapter 4 g Open filter using enclosed tool PN 7001303 Figure 4
35. ously to collect enough mass on the gravimetric filters 3 Calculate the PM 5 PM2 5 Grav and PM PMijo Grav mass concentrations from the gravimetric filters based on the net mass collected on the filter sampling time flow rate and total liters of air sampled 4 Read the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor average PM5 5 and PM jo mass concentration PM 5 prx and PM prx from the DRX screen or through TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software 5 Calculate the new PCF PM 2 5 Grav xP CE l PC Ess 2 5 DRX and the new SCF PM PM 3 SCF La 10 Grav 2 5 Grav x SCF PM prx PM 5 prx 6 Update the new SCF and PCF in the user calibration settings 54 Appendix B Aerosol Souce First PM 5 Impactor then PM Impactor DUSTTRAK DRX Filter To Flow Control and Vacuum a Aerosol Souce PM25 Impactor DUSTTRAK DRX Filter To Flow Control To Flow Control and Vacuum and Vacuum b Figure B 1 Experimental Setup for a Serial and b Parallel Gravimetric Calibration DRX Advanced Calibration 55 Appendix C Zero Module The Zero Module PN 801690 allows for automatic re zeroing of the DUSTTRAK Instrument during long sampling runs The Zero Module works only with the 8533 desktop model The AutoZero module is attached to the main instrument in two steps The first step is to place the Zero module over the instrument s inlet and press down The Zero module has an O ring seal that will engage with the in
36. pe Exposure Monitoring Model 8533 8534 DUSTTRAK DRX Aerosol Monitor Operation and Service Manual P N 6001898 Revision A September 2008 gt TRUST SCIENCE INNOVATION Copyright TSI Incorporated 2008 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 workmanship 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
37. pter 3 Error Indicator Region Stats Shows the current stats of the instrument Flow Status of the flow control Laser Status of the Laser Filter Status of the Filter See trouble shooting section to resolve any of these error conditions The Stats button will show the statistics of the highlighted channel To use the stats feature first select the channel of interest so it is highlighted in large font on the left of the screen NG Mass Concentration PMI 1 17 mg m Display ALL Run Mode MANUAL File MANUAL 065 00 00 07 of 00 01 00 ri Mass Concentration PM7 5 1 17 mg m Display ALL Run Mode MANUAL File MANUAL 065 00 00 07 of 00 01 00 Operation PM2 5 1 17 Press Mass Resp 1 18 Fraction live key PM10 1 19 Total 1 25 How b Laser b Filter PMi 1 17 Resp 1 18 PM10 1 19 Total 1 25 Flow b Laser b Filter 33 Next press the Stats button to show the statistics for the highlighted size channel Mass Concentration PM2 5 PMI 1 17 1 17 mg m Display ALL Run Mode MANUAL File MANUAL 065 00 00 07 of 00 01 00 Resp 1 18 PM10 1 19 Total 1 25 How Laser Alter MIN 1 17 MAX 1 18 AVG 1 17 TWA 1 11 Mass Concentration PM 5 1 17 mg m Display ALL Run Mode MANUAL File MANUAL 065 Laser 00 00 07 of 00 01 00 Filter How 34 Chapter 3 Graphing During sampling pressing the Graph button displays current readings in graphical form e During
38. r to starting the TRAKPRO software installation on your computer so it may be consulted during the installation The TRAKPRO Software manual is located in the Help file in TRAKPRO software There is no separately printed TRAKPRO Data Analysis software manual Connecting Analog Alarm Output The Analog Alarm Output Cable plugs into the alarm connection on the side of the instrument This feature is on the desktop models II II HC and 8533 only The cable contains a 4 pin mini DIN connector The pin outs for the connector and the wiring for the cable are shown below Analog Output Alarm Positive Analog Ground J Alarm Ground 4 4 pin miniDIN connector Cable Wiring Diagram Alarm White Wire Alarm Black Wire Shield Figure 2 4 Cable Wiring Diagram Wiring the Analog Output e Output voltage 0 5 VDC e Output impedance 0 01 ohm e Maximum output current 15 mA e Correct polarity must be observed see pin outs above The output cable supplied by TSI part no 801652 is labeled with the pin out wiring diagram Additional equipment may be needed for making 10 Chapter 2 connections to the system that TSI does not supply It is the users responsibility to specify and supply all additional equipment Wiring the Alarm System specifications e Maximum voltage 15 VDC DO NOT USE AC POWER e Maximum current 1 Amp e Correct polarity must be observed see pin outs above
39. rt Date Start Date select the date the test will Start Start Time Start Time select the time the test will Start Log Interval The log interval can be set from 1 to 60 seconds It is the amount of time between logged data points Auto Zero Interval Interval between re zeroing the instrument using the Auto Zero accessory Model 8533 desktop only Test Length From 1 minute to the limit of the data storage Number of Tests Number of tests 1 to 999 Time between Tests Time between tests 1 minute to 30 days Chapter 3 Time Constant Time Constant can be set from 1 to 60 seconds This will control the update rate of the main screen It is the rolling average of data displayed on the main screen and is not linked to logged data in either Manual or Program Log modes Use Start Date Use Start Date option to use programmed start date or by pass programmed start date Use Start Time Use Start Time option to use programmed start time or bypass programmed start time In Log mode data will be stored to a file named LogName XYZ where LogName 1s the user entered log name and XYZ is an incrementing integer Taking Mass Concentration Measurements Measurements are started and controlled from the main screen Prior to starting a measurement the instrument should be zeroed from the Setup screen and the run mode should be configured and selected from the RunMode screen Display ALL Run Mode MANUAL How File MANUA
40. s slow No display No touch screen response Analog output does not work Analog output is not in proportion to display 48 Large amount of data in memory Unit not switched on Low or dead batteries Instrument currently busy Instrument Touchscreen is locked Cable connector not correctly installed Output wired with reverse polarity Analog output range in DUSTTRAK monitor may be set incorrectly Data logger scaling factor may be set incorrectly Large data files or many small data files will cause instrument to slow due to need to read and display large amounts of data Switch unit on Recharge the batteries or plug in the AC adapter The instrument will take time to open large data files and save configuration information During this time the instrument will not respond to additional touch screen touches If the lock in the title bar 1s red unlock the instrument following the instructions in the Chapter 3 Operation Title Bar section of this manual Make sure cable connector is fully seated Make sure analog out and analog ground are wired correctly to data logger Check analog output setting in the Setup gt Analog screen Insure the channel of interest selected Insure that the correct output 0 5V 4 20mA is selected Review the scaling factor set in the Setup Analog screen Chapter 5 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Alarm output does not
41. ssed onto the instruments inlet 8 Chapter 2 Figure 2 3 Putting on Inlet Cap Instrument Setup The DUSTTRAK DRX monitor can be connected to a computer to download data and upload sampling programs Connecting to the Computer Connect the USB host port of a Microsoft Windows based computer to the USB device port on the side of the DUSTTRAK monitor Installing TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software TRAKPRO software can preprogram the DUSTTRAK monitor download data view and create raw data and statistical reports create graphs and combine graphs with data from other TSI instruments that use TRAKPRO software The following sections describe how to install the software and set up the computer Note To use TRAKPRO software with the DUSTTRAK Aerosol Monitor the PC must be running Microsoft Windows and the computer must have an available Universal Serial Bus USB port 1 Insert the TRAKPRO Data Analysis Software CD into the CD ROM drive The install screen starts automatically Note Ifthe 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 Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Setting Up 9 TRAKPRO software contains a comprehensive installation guide It is recommended you print out this prio
42. strument s inlet Figure C 1 Place Zero Module Over Inlet and Press Down The second step is attaching the cable from the Zero module to the Zero module connector located on the back of the instrument Figure C 2 Zero Module Connector 57 The Zero Module can only be used in a program log mode The Zero module function is controlled through these two program mode options Auto Zero Interval Interval between re zeroing the instrument using the Auto Zero accessory Use Auto Zero Select Yes to use the Zero Module Select No to not use the Zero Module Important points on Zero Module operation e The Zero module will take 1 minute to take a zero reading The first 45 seconds of that period is used to clear the chamber of particles Readings from last 15 second of the period when the chamber is cleared of particles will be averaged to determine the Zero offset e The log interval when the Zero module is activated must be 2 minutes or greater Data will not be recorded to the log file when the Zero module is activated 58 Appendix C Index 4 4 pin miniDIN connector 10 A AC adapter 8 advanced calibration 53 advisory labels iv aerosol monitor maintenance 39 specifications 51 troubleshooting 47 alarm 22 38 audible 23 relay 23 STEL 23 visible 23 wiring 11 alarm setpoint 22 analog 24 lower limit 25 out 24 output setting 24 size fraction 24 upper limit 25 analog output wiring 1
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44. volatile aerosols To make an accurate calibration you must simultaneously measure the aerosol concentration with the DUSTTRAK monitor and your reference instrument 1 Zero the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor 2 Put the instrument in Manual Log Manual Logging is reviewed later in this section 3 Set the logging interval One minute 1 e 01 00 is often a good choice 4 Co locate the DUSTTRAK DRX monitor and the reference sampler together so that they are measuring from the same area 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 20 Chapter 3 10 Stop sampling with both instruments at the same time Record the DUSTTRAK monitor average concentration This can be done by viewing the sample average in the Data screen Data Screen is reviewed later in this chapter Determine the mass concentration in mg m from your reference instrument For gravimetric sampling this means having the gravimetric sample weighed Compute the new calibration constant NewCal using the following formula Reference Concentration NewCal Rees Concent
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