FirstCheck+ Instrument User Manual V2.0
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1. FirstCheck FirstCheck FirstCheck FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 5000 FirstCheck 1000 Upgrade Upgrade Upgrade FirstCheck 2000 Upgrade Upgrade FirstCheck 3000 Upgrade FirstCheck 5000 The upgrade process is easy and the instrument does not need to be returned to the distributor or manufacturer After ordering the upgrade for your instrument a code will be sent to you by e mail Use the istPC software to enter the code and your instrument instantly becomes the new version Contact your local Ion Science distributor for pricing Page 39 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 aT ji ao Ton Science Ltd Instrument Warranty and Service Warranty Standard Warranty can be extended to up to 2 years on the FirstCheck To receive your Extended Warranty you need to register within one month of purchase Terms and Conditions apply You will then receive a confirmation email that your Extended Warranty Period has been activated and processed Service Ion Science is pleased to offer a number of service options on our FirstCheck product range allowing you to choose the cover for your instrument that best suits your needs At Ion Science we recommend that all of our gas detection instruments be returned for service and factory calibration once every 12 months Contact your local distributor for service options in you area Page 40 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 a2. FirstCheck Instrument User Manual V2 0 FirstCheck 1000 FirstCheck 2000 FirstCheck 3000 FirstCheck 5000 Register your instrument online to receive your Extended 2 Year Warranty See page 40 for details FirstCheck Instrument User Manual part number 820256 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Ion Science Ltd Page 2 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 ao Ton Science Ltd Declaration of conformity Product FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 and 5000 Product description Intrinsically safe detector comprising of a photo ionisation detector LEL and chemical sensors for the detection of a range of potentially harmful gases Directive 94 9 EC ATEX Identification II 2 G Ex iad IIC T4 20 C lt Ta lt 60 C Notified Body Baseefa Ltd 1180 Buxton UK EC Type Examination Certificate s Baseefa03ATEX742 latest supplement Baseefa03ATEX742 8xX issued 1 July 2009 Ref Baseefa Cert Report 03 c 0400 05 c 0007 IECEx BAS 04 0033 latest revision no 5 issued 3 July 2009 IECEx Test Report UK Bas 04 0642 05 0007 GB BAS EX TR09 0116 00 Standards BS EN 60079 0 2006 Electrical Apparatus for Potentially Explosive Atmospheres General Requirements BS EN 60079 1 2007 Explosive Atmospheres Equipment Protection by Flameproof Enclosures D BS EN 60079 11 2007 Explosive Atmospheres Equipment Protection by Intrinsic Safety I BS EN 61010 1 2001 Safety requirements for electrical equipmen
3. Internal components must be handled with clean hands and clean tools The FirstCheck lamp is fragile Handle with great care 1 Ensure that the FirstCheck is switched OFF 2 Remove the probe and filter Unscrew the black knurled ring to expose the detector lamp Page 35 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 kao Ton Science Ltd Maintenance 3 Push a lamp removing sleeve over the end of the lamp This allows the user to grip the glass 4 Extract the lamp from its socket by pulling it in a straight away from the PID cell Force is only required when pulling the lamp past the O ring Once past the O ring the lamp will move freely 5 Inspection of the lamp may reveal a layer of contamination on the detection window that presents itself as a blue hue To check for contamination hold the lamp in front of a light source and look across the window surface Passed the O ring Move freely in a PID straight line Lamp WARNING NEVER REFIT A DAMAGED LAMP USE of PID lamp cleaning kit A 31063 1 The vial of cleaning compound contains Aluminium Oxide as a very fine power CAS Number 1344 28 1 A full material safety data sheet MSDS is available on request from Ion science Ltd The key issues are listed below Hazard identification e May cause irritation of respiratory tract and eyes Handling e Do not breathe vapour dust Avoid contact with skin eyes and clothing e Wear
4. 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Diagnostics Basic faults or diagnostics are presented as symbols with a more detailed description of the fault indicated by the number in the top right hand corner of the display Should a fault occur correct the issue and then press ENTER or ESC to clear the fault message General fault i 1 Main PCB failure Na Return the instrument to manufacturer Pump 1 Pump failure Check the probe filter and cell cap are fitted If the error persists return the instrument to the manufacturer 2 amp 3 Sample gas flow is low Check the probe filter and exhaust for signs of blockage If the error persists return the instrument to the manufacturer T lg Battery Battery is low or 1 Not charging Check charger is connected and switched ON at supply 2 Slow charge current is low Check the battery settings 3 Slow charge current is high Disconnect the charger immediately and contact ISL 4 Fast charge current is low Check the battery settings 5 Fast charge current is high Disconnect the charger immediately and contact ISL With all battery related faults if the fault persists return the instrument to the manufacturer Sensor 1 Detector cell fuse failure If the error persists return the instrument to the manufacturer 2 Contaminated detector cell If the FirstCheck is used without its filter or filters are not replaced on a regular b
5. 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Batteries Note Ion Science recommends keeping your FirstCheck on charge at all times when not in use as batteries can loose power over time Loss of battery power can result in the instrument s charge indicator showing a non charging status when trying to charge the unit If this occurs leave the charger connected for two minutes then remove and reconnect the charger as soon the timer symbol disappears You will now see the instrument charge as normal WARNING For reasons of Intrinsic Safety batteries MUST NOT be charged or replaced within potentially flammable areas Ensure you are in a SAFE area before carrying out any type of maintenance on your PhoCheck instrument Instrument battery type identification Non rechargeable and rechargeable FirstCheck Instruments have a removable battery cover on the rear of the handle area A security tool is required to remove it Non rechargeable battery types to be used For Intrinsic Safety of T4 rating and reduced risk of explosion you must only use Duracell Standard Procell Alkaline Zinc Carbon R6 R6B or R6PP batteries DO NOT mix old used batteries or batteries from different manufacturers The charger socket cannot be used while dry cell batteries are fitted Batteries should only be changed in a non hazardous environment Rechargeable battery instruments Ensure rechargeable PhoCheck instruments are charged for at least 12 hours before using it
6. Carbon Monoxide CO2 Oxygen O2 Hydrogen Sulphide H2S and LEL Explosive gases These can be dangerous from both a poisoning and explosive perspective The FirstCheck range is fully upgradeable in the field purchasing a simple upgrade key can convert a FirstCheck 1000 to a 5000 or a 2000 to a 3000 or any other combination FirstCheck has two principle modes of operation Health amp Safety and Survey mode Survey is the default mode of operation whenever the Health amp Safety mode is NOT selected This mode is often used in applications where several areas or Zones or samples are to be monitored and readings data is to be logged All sensor readings are real time measurements and alarm levels are set manually Health amp Safety mode is used to check for conformity of short term exposure levels STEL and time weighted averages TWA that are specific for particular hazardous environments for example EH40 in the UK and OSHA in the USA In this mode of operation STEL s and TWA s are continually calculated and compared to levels set in the instruments gas table For more information on these modes of operation please see page 27 FirstCheck versions 2000 3000 and 5000 automatically data log the instrument readings every second These readings are stored in the instrument s memory with a date and time stamp For more information please see page 14 Getting started Page 6 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000
7. for the first time To ensure optimum charging the charger should be attached to the FirstCheck when the instrument is switched off The instrument should be charged in a non hazardous environment only Charging fast m y p wie NiMH i Charging slow a hl NiMH rs Charging ern nn i Animation Fully charged NiMH HEE Not charging a EEEN NIMH sah When the battery power is very low the following symbol will appear NB Only use the charger supplied with your FirstCheck to charge your instrument Page 31 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 die Poo Ton Science Ltd Batteries Replacement of Non rechargeable batteries 1 Ensure the FirstCheck is switched Off 2 Using the battery cover removal tool provided remove the battery cover at the rear of the instrument casing This reveals a set of 4 x AA cells contained in a removable battery clip 3 Remove the battery clip 4 Replace the exhausted batteries using the guidelines stated above Removable battery 5 Check all batteries have the correct polarity before clip reconnecting the clip to the instrument WARNING Fitting batteries or connecting the clip with the wrong polarity may result in damage to the instrument NB When loading batteries check for correct battery polarity before connecting them Page 32 of 43 FirstCheck 1000
8. fx a Ion Science Ltd Packing List Please take a little time to check the contents in the FirstCheck case Item Description FirstCheck instrument PID lamp fitted Probe 100mm fitted PTFE filter 50 micron fitted Battery charger rechargeable instrument only Battery clip non rechargeable instrument only Screw driver non rechargeable instrument only Manual IstPC IS Protective Cover Cal Kit Sample containing e PID lamp cleaning Kit Includes alumina powder and 2 applicators for 1 clean Carbon canister PTFE filter 50 micron Cal adaptor Lamp removal tools neoprene sleeves Secondary Probe Filters Se ee BODOMNDANAWNE aNerrhehe Removing the FirstCheck from its case Carefully remove the FirstCheck instrument from its case being careful not to damage the filter and probe assembly Luer type connectors are used to connect the FirstCheck filter and probe together and require a quarter turn ONLY to connect disconnect them DO NOT over tighten To avoid drawing dust or particulate matter into the detector cell we suggest always fitting the filter with the Ion Science logo facing away from the instrument therefore dust only collects on the same one side of the filter and is not inadvertently drawn into the instrument if the filter is attached the other way round Setting alarm levels Ion Science Ltd recommends that alarm levels are set to user specifications before the instrument i
9. or empty If using a connector pipe there may be a kink restricting the flow of gas PID lamp may require cleaning PID lamp may need replacing Cell may need blowing out with clean air Page 18 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu Back light FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Note only adjustable via the 1stPC Software bag Pep rate The instrument display can be illuminated when in low light ty aR ie conditions When ON is selected the back light will remain on while the instrument is switched on When OFF is selected the back light will remain permanently off When TIMED is selected the back light On Off Timed illuminates for a pre set time after every key press When TIMED is selected pressing ENTER allows the user to adjust the on time from 1 to 60 seconds This option is AE US Sec only available in the 1stPC program VOC Gas Selection FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 many VOC gases are detectable the FirstCheck PID cannot differentiate between the gases When you select the VOC gas you wish to measure from the FirstCheck internal gas list the instrument will calculate the equivalent level for that selected gas against an isobutylene calibration Please note that there may be other detectable gases present that may effect the measurement The FirstCheck photo ionisation detector PID is non selective Although WARNINGI Ion Science mak
10. 0 April 2005 09 28 40 4 gt File 2 File 4 AFile 5 File 6 f Page 23 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 aac a Ion Science Ltd istPC Software The instrument has 8Mb of memory which is divided into 1Mb segments When a segment becomes full data is then stored in the next segment Each time the user starts data logging a new file is created So for example six data logging sessions will create six data files When a data logging session records data which spans across two or more 1Mb segments a corresponding number of files will be created and stored within the instrument and will apply to that particular data logging session only So for example two 1Mb segments spanned will result in two files created When the data is to be downloaded via the 1stPC software any files that have spanned two or more 1Mb segments i e two or more files will be recognised and downloaded as a single file File Allows the printing of files downloaded from your FirstCheck File Calibration D instrument Print Setup Exit Calibration Refers to the Custom calibration of FirstCheck ee EE e Enables the download of calibration data from the instrument CE ta cas Table to a PC Erase Calibration data e the erasing of the Custom calibration settings Download e the opening of previously saved calibration settings Open e the adjustment of the Custom Calibration Setup Calibration Setup Calibration Setup
11. 1 7 FirstCheck Complete rewrite of manual 14 07 09 V15 V2 04 V1 7 Updated to V1 8 FirstCheck Silicone message added to the 23 02 10 V26 updated Dec 09 V2 04 V1 8 Cautions section paragraph 2 amp 3 on page 5 Any mention of Deuterium or 19 05 10 V26 V2 04 10 2 eV lamp has been removed Manual updated to V1 9 FirstCheck Warranty added on front cover 22 07 10 V26 V2 04 V1 9 Contents page updated Warranty on page 40 updated Declaration of conformity updated Page 43 of 43 Kebon P RODUC T Thank you for reading this data sheet For pricing or for further information please contact us at our UK Office using the details below UK Office Keison Products P O Box 2124 Chelmsford Essex CM1 3UP England Tel 44 0 1245 600560 Fax 44 0 1245 808399 Email sales keison co uk Please note Product designs and specifications are subject to change without notice The user is responsible for determining the suitability of this product
12. D Ion Science Ltd entire liability and the original Licensee s exclusive remedy under this agreement are at Ion Science Ltd discretion to either a return of payment as evidenced by a copy of the Receipt or b replacement of the disk that does not meet Ion Science Ltd limited warranty and which is returned to Ion Science Ltd with a copy of the Receipt If failure of the disk has resulted from accident abuse or misapplication Ion Science Ltd will have no responsibility to either replace the disc or refund payment Any replacement disk will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty 30 days whichever is longer This warranty gives you limited specific legal rights You may have other rights in some places No Right to Rely No oral or written information or advice given by Ion Science Ltd its dealers distributors agents or employees will create a warranty or in any way increase the scope of Ion Science Ltd obligations under this agreement and you may not rely on any such information or advice Limitation of Liability Ion Science Ltd will not be liable for any direct indirect consequential or incidental damages including damages for loss of business profits business information and possibility of such damages The above limitation will apply where allowed under local laws Governing Law The laws of the United Kingdom govern this Agreement Page 30 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp
13. Menu Settings Settings Lamp Application Backlight Clock File Calibration FirstCheck g f C c Select a gas table aft file P Software 29 03 04 FirstCheck 6000 EH40 10 04 07 aft Z Single Mix 1 Mix 2 02 02 _z 20 9 a c a c H25 H25 z fiz ppm C LEL Methane z 25 c e gt co co z 50 ppm ic Cc e Voc lsobutylene x 100 zj ppm OK Cancel Apply Help The gas table provided with the software will be shown If however you wish to use a different gas table previous selections will be shown on the drop down menu or you may click BROWSE to search for and select the table you require You can now choose to set up your Custom calibration to your specific gas and concentration requirements Click APPLY to send your specifications to the instrument You are now ready to calibrate your FirstCheck see page 16 for details The greyed out areas apply to the FirstCheck software only available if you choose to upgrade your instrument Page 24 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Ton Science Ltd istPC Software Data Data logged information can be cleared from your instrument or downloaded from Data Gas Table Instrume the instrument to your PC Once downloaded to your PC files can be saved for EE 7 future reference and exported as CSV files eerie Gas Table Including setting alarm levels Select a gas table stored in the FirstCheck direct
14. OTE Pressing the ENTER key allows the user to select which part of the calibration routine is carried out Ion Science also suggest carrying out the calibration in the following sequence a ZERO Zero s the PID H2S CO and LEL sensors and sets the span of the LEL sensor b VOC Sets the span level using VOC gas c Mix2 This is where the span of the remaining sensors is set either individually or in mixtures as defined by the istPC software calibration tab ZERO 3 Select the flashing ZERO option and press the ENTER key 4 Remove the caps from both ends of the carbon filter included in the Cal Kit and remove the probe and filter from the instrument Fit the carbon canister to the end of the instrument NOTE The carbon canister simply pushes onto the end fitting no turning is required Do not force 5 Press the ENTER key to start the ZERO process A counter will count down E cERO fe showing how long the canister needs to remain connected 125 Page 17 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx ka Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu Custom Calibration procedure continued 6 At the end of the countdown a tick v will appear indicating that ZERO has been accepted Press ESCAPE 7 Disconnect the carbon canister and replace the cap ends The useful life of the carbon canister will be shortened if the filter is open to atmosphere for prolonged periods 8 Scroll through the options and select the relevant
15. WARE including modified copies if any FirstCheck is a portable gas detector suitable for the detection of volatile organic compounds VOC s using PID Photo Ionisation Detection technology Disclaimer of Warranty The SOFTWARE and accompanying materials including the User Manual are provided as is without warranty of any kind including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose even if Ion Science Ltd have been advised of that purpose Furthermore Ion Science Ltd does not warrant guarantee or make any representation regarding the use or the results of the use of the SOFTWARE or written materials in terms of correctness accuracy reliability current revision or otherwise Ion Science Ltd specifically does not warrant the SOFTWARE after you assume operation If the SOFTWARE or written materials are defective you and not Ion Science Ltd or its dealers distributors agents or employees assume the entire risk and costs of all necessary servicing repair or correction except as stated below Defective CD As the only warranty under this Agreement Ion Science Ltd warrants to the original Licensee only that the CD s on which the software is recorded is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of delivery as evidenced by a copy of the Receipt This limitation will apply where allowed Replacement of Defective C
16. able You cannot adjust settings or parameters of the instrument while in Health amp Safety mode as these could effect the ongoing calculations Should you want to proceed with an adjustment a WARNING screen will appear You have the option to continue ae with the adjustment by pressing Enter or abort and continue monitoring by pressing the w Esc key When selected When Selected Page 20 of 43 dH BE oo Ion Science Ltd FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Instrument Menu Please note When Health and Safety mode is deselected the instrument is in Survey Mode Refer to page 13 Security When the FirstCheck is connected to a PC via the 1stPC software package see pg 27 the instrument can be locked in the Application Settings area of the software package Page 21 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx B m Ion Science Ltd istPC Software PC Requirements FirstCheck Software must be used in conjunction with a PC laptop using Windows XP An IRDA port is required for communication with the instrument Many laptops are supplied with this facility Alternatively IRDA modules can be purchased from most computer retailers for use with your instrument Before connecting your FirstCheck to a PC for the first time check that the PC s IRDA works correctly with another device Installation of 1stPC Software 1 Insert Ion Science software CD into your CD drive 2 The CD wi
17. ase see the FirstCheck software calibration section page 29 for details on how this can be achieved Once these parameters have been set a custom calibration can be completed please see recommended procedure below Ion Science suggests custom calibrating when detection in ppb is required or when high accuracy is needed for a specific gas other than Isobutylene Custom Calibration Procedure Please ensure you are familiar with this entire calibration procedure before attempting to calibrate this FirstCheck instrument NOTE The calibration of the FirstCheck instrument must be carried out in a clean air environment Ensure all parts of the calibration kit are available and ready for use 1 Open the 1stPC software package and select INSTRUMENT MENU SETUP CALIBRATION This screen allows the user to setup various parameters relating to the custom calibration routine The FirstCheck can be setup so each sensor can be calibrated individually using totally separate gas supplies or any combination By default ISL s calibration kit contains two SPAN gas cylinders One contains Methane HS and CO as these gases are not cross sensitive the other contains Isobutylene Next set up the desired settings on 1stPC and download them to the FirstCheck instrument 2 Once the calibration setup has been downloaded to the instrument select the wed z CUSTOM CALIBRATION icon in the Calibration menu A tick v will appear to lt confirm the selection N
18. asis particles of dust or dirt can cause a range of effects Remove the detector lamp as shown on page 35 and use low pressure oil free compressed air to blow out the contamination via the small pipe Replace cleaned lamp and try again If the error persists return the instrument to the manufacturer Gas Selection The gas being selected is not compatible with the selected lamp The lamp X being selected is not compatible with the selected gas Press ESC and ras select a compatible gas and lamp Page 33 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx ka Ion Science Ltd Diagnostics a ss Health amp Safety When in Health amp Safety mode the selected gas has no STEL or TWA alarm mw values This provides a warning in Health amp Safety mode that the change ae you are making could effect the ongoing calculations You can proceed with the adjustment by pressing enter or return to the display screens by pressing ESC Memory Alarm The data logging memory is full and will begin to over write previous Tt readings Will only show if the data logging memory alarm has been set to ON see pg 26 Press ESC and either continue and previous readings will be over written or download saved data to a PC before continuing Clock The internal clock has failed AE Return the instrument to the manufacturer Delay This symbol will appear during the manual adjustment and selection of functions of the instrument It indicates that d
19. ata Logging Files 15 Data Logging Zones 15 Zone Selection 15 Viewing Data 15 PC Communications 15 Alarm k 15 Sound i i 16 Calibration i 16 Back Light 3 19 VOC Gas Selection 19 LEL Gas Selection 19 Unit Selection T 20 Cycle Screens 20 Data Log Memory Alarm 20 Applications Health and Safety 20 Applications Survey Woes f 21 Security 2 21 1stPC Software 22 30 Batteries i i 31 32 Diagnostics 33 34 Maintenance A 35 37 Accessories i 38 Upgrade Options i F 39 Instrument Warranty and Service 40 Technical Specifications F 5 41 42 Page 4 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fr ka Ion Science Ltd Statements Responsibility For Use FirstCheck instruments detect a large range of gases which are potentially dangerous from both a poisoning and or an explosive perspective FirstCheck instruments have many adjustable and selectable features allowing the detector to be used in a variety of ways NOTE Ion Science Ltd can accept no responsibility for the incorrect adjustment of features that cause harm or damage to persons or property FirstCheck can be used as a personal safety device It is the user s responsibility to respond appropriately to an alarm situation WARNINGS 1 For reasons of Intrinsic Safety batteries MUST NOT be charged or replaced with
20. ata within the memory is being moved Please wait and the symbol will disappear after a few seconds depending on the change being made Bump test This symbol will appear on switch on if the Enable Bump Test setting has 7 been selected via the PC software see page 26 The symbol is a prompt i that will appear once a week to remind the user to test the instrument responds accurately when supplied with gas Slow charge The instrument can be left connected to the charger indefinitely in this TT mode of charge NiMH pay Fast charge If fully discharged the instrument will take 9 hours to charge in this mode and pro rata for other initial states e g if half charged the instrument will NiMH baa take around 4 5 hours to fully charge Page 34 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx ka Ion Science Ltd Maintenance Blowing out the PID Cell will fix 99 of maintenance problems When using the PID instrument in conditions of high ambient humidity the PID may show unexpected readings appearing to increase This occurs due to dust or other small particles within the detector becoming hydrated with humidity This causes these particles to conduct a signal between the electrodes This issue can be resolved by the user in the field using the following procedure and a can of computer duster air First remove the lamp following the instructions on lamp removal from the cleaning the lamp section below steps 1 5 U
21. atures allowing the transfer for data and function specifications to and from the instrument and the PC Downloading data logged readings PhoCheck 5000 detected FirstCheck should always be presented to the IRDA port before the 1stPC software is run Select file s to download M 7 s A Dipa A File 1 0 15 04 2005 10 57 01 12 readi When the software is opened in this way it will immediately Fle 2 sore 0 start 15 04 2008 11 01 08 72 readings A A A A A 7 m File 3 zone 0 start 15 04 2005 11 09 11 29 readings begin communicating with the instrument and will give Fe amp zone O stat 20 04 2005 09 28 02 84 readings 7 y ile 5 D start 22 04 2005 08 59 10 64 readi you the option to download data logged readings as Fie 6 zone O start 26 04 2005 08 40 10 85 readings File 7 zone 0 start 26 04 2005 09 56 29 15 readings shown Select FINISHED if you do not wish to download the data If you do wish to download data highlight the files you require then select DOWNLOAD DATA The screen shown Pat xi on the right will appear Downloading The data will then download from your FirstCheck to your PC in numerical and graph format Once the download is complete select FINISHED You then have the ability to zoom in on the graph data for a closer look by double clicking anywhere on the graph You can also store the data for future reference 09 28 00 09 28 24 09 28 48 09 29 12 09 29 36 20 Apr 2005 Real Time 2
22. de indicates the user has been exposed to levels exceeding those set within the FirstCheck gas table When FirstCheck alarms in Health and Safety mode the relevant TWA or STEL figure shown on the display will flash These values cannot be changed either via the instrument or the FirstCheck software However additional entries can be entered into the gas table via the FirstCheck software with their own STEL and TWA values see page 27 for more information Sound FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 A range of audible options can be selected to make the FirstCheck respond in different ways Signal response When selected the rate at which the instrument Beeps increases as the level of oe the detected gas increases Confidence When selected the instrument Beeps every 15 seconds to indicate it is functioning This feature is useful if the instrument is out of sight Key Press The instrument Beeps when any key on the keypad is pressed ra Alarm This feature disables the alarm sound For safety reasons Ion Science Ltd strongly recommends this function is never switched off unless there are specific reasons for not wanting to silence the alarms Calibration FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Factory calibration is set by Ion Science during F wi 2 instrument manufacture Custom calibration can be hes set by the instrument user i Factory Custom General description Due to the linear output of the Ion Science PID detec
23. e Menu Set up allows you to change FirstCheck settings from your PC These settings can be saved for future use Menu Set up Adjustable features found on your FirstCheck instrument can also be changed via your PC along with some additional features These features can be adjusted and then downloaded to your instrument by selecting APPLY Settings Within this tab there are a number of additional features including the clock 24 hr or 12 hr sound controls on signal confidence a beep sounds every 15 seconds on key press and on alarm When selected Enable Bump Test sets the instrument to show a gas bottle image once a week when the instrument is turned on This acts as a reminder to test the instrument s response Memory full alarm will ensure an alarm sounds if the FirstCheck data log memory is full This enables you to download the data or continue and overwrite previously saved data xl Settings Lamp Application Backlight Clock Fie Calibration Select switch settings required D Clock mode 24h C 12hr Audio on signal m C On C Off Watchdog a C On Off Audio on key press C On Off Audio on alarm a On C Off a Enable Bump Test Vv G Jai lo Memory full alarm Vv Cancel pplp Help Page 26 of 43 Ion Science Ltd FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 istPC Software Enables the selection of different lamp types you may have e purchased to use wit
24. ement units i e ppm or When in Survey mode readings are real time When in Health amp Safety mode the VOC H2S and CO readings are the calculated STEL and TWA values Use the UP and DOWN keys to move between the STEL and TWA values Function Menu Once selected use the UP and DOWN keys to highlight the function you require and press ENTER to select Many features can be adjusted in this section including gas selection zone maintenance data transfer and alarm levels Details of these and a other functions are to be found on the following pages Page 14 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx B m Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu General Instrument navigation In the function menu use the UP and DOWN keys to find the function you require and press the ENTER key to access that functions option Data Logging Files FirstCheck 2000 3000 amp 5000 FirstCheck versions 2000 3000 and 5000 automatically logs the instruments gas readings every second while the instrument displays real time readings Each reading is stored with a date and time stamp An 8 Megabyte memory is set aside for data logging However when the memory is full the instrument will overwrite previously stored data FirstCheck does contain a memory full alarm that prompts the user to download stored data see page 20 Data Logging Zones FirstCheck 2000 3000 amp 5000 To help keep track of Data logged files Firs
25. er functions can be adjusted or selected via the FirstCheck PC software 1 PC Display Function Selection Page 13 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 ha ied a Allows the user to view detected VOC levels in either graph or number format and to adjust the instrument functions and parameters Zone Selection Page 15 FirstCheck 2000 3000 amp 5000 Allows the selection of predefined Zone names so data logged information can be referenced to an application or area PC Communication Page 15 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Allows communication between Instrument to PC software via an IRDA protocol Alarms Page 15 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fe EE Allows the adjustment of both upper and lower alarm levels Sound Page 16 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Allows communication between Instrument and PC software via an IRDA interface Calibration Page 16 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Allows the selection of Factory and Custom calibration A custom calibration can be carried out after the custom calibration is set up via 1stPC software Backlight Page 19 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 ol Allow the selection of backlight options VOC Gas Selection Page 19 Tee FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Allow the selection of VOC gases from the internal gas table LEL Gas Selection Page 19 gue FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Allow the se
26. ersions This option is also available on the 1stPC program Cycle Screens FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 When viewing readings in the large single readout screen format the Firstcheck can be set to auto scroll through each sensor reading in turn This is set using the 1stPC software When the cycle screens option is unselected the user can move between sensor readings using the UP and DOWN keys This option is also available on the istPC program Data Log Memory Alarm FirstCheck 2000 3000 amp 5000 FirstCheck has been designed to continuously store data once the memory has reached its full capacity 8 Mb it will automatically begin to overwrite previous readings An alarm can be set on the 1stPC software to inform the user that this is due to happen giving the user time to download any data that may be over written if they wish to do so This option is also available on the 1stPC program Application Health amp Safety Mode FirstCheck 3000 amp 5000 Modes of operation are selected to suit how the instrument is being used Health amp Safety mode is used to check for H conformity of short term exposure levels STEL or time weighted averages TWA that are specific for particular hazardous environments for example A ee EH40 in the UK and OSHA in the USA In this mode of operation STEL s and TWA s on kt H e the VOC H2S and CO sensors are continually calculated and compared to levels set in the instruments gas t
27. es every effort to ensure the gas tables held within the FirstCheck memory and supplied on CD are accurate at the time of manufacture In critical applications alarm levels must be checked compared and adjusted to local legislation before use CUSTOM offers a quick route to the last 5 selected gases When selected use the UP 5 and DOWN keys to change the gas then press ENTER to select y LIST allows selection of any gas from within the gas table held in the ustom List FirstCheck memory 4 After selecting the LIST symbol select the first letter of the gas you wish to select and press ENTER The FirstCheck will then list all gases starting with that letter WMD gases are prefixed with the letters WMD Butane Alarm levels that are set in the Gas table will be automatically selected Should a gas be selected that is not compatible with the selected lamp the following symbol will appear A to highlight the incompatibility LEL Gas Selection FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Firstcheck s catalytic Pellistor sensor is a non specific explosive gas detector Although a number of explosive gases are detectable the FirstCheck cannot differentiate between the gases When you select the explosive gas you wish to measure from the FirstCheck internal gas list the instrument will calculate the equivalent level for that selected gas against a Methane calibration Please note there may be other detectable gases present that may ef
28. fect the measurement ALEL Page 19 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu WARNING Ion Science makes every effort to ensure the gas tables held within the FirstCheck memory and supplied on CD are accurate at the time of manufacture In critical applications alarm levels must be checked compared and adjusted to local legislation before use CUSTOM offers a quick route to the last 10 selected gases When selected use the Spee UP and DOWN keys to change the gas then press ENTER to select T Custom List LIST allows selection of any gas from within the gas table held in the FirstCheck ga EN memory After selecting the LIST symbol select the first letter of the gas you wish to select and fret press ENTER The FirstCheck will then list all gases starting with that letter WMD Methane gases are prefixed with the letters WMD Alarm levels that are set in the gas table will be automatically selected Should a gas be X selected that is not compatible with the selected lamp the following symbol will appear to highlight the incompatibility Unit Selector FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 The FirstCheck photo ionisation detector can be selected to measure VOC s in either ppm Parts per million by volume ppb Parts per billion or mg m Milligrams per cubic metre NB the ppb option is available on the FirstCheck 5000 and is upgradeable on the 1 2 and 3000 v
29. for an hour or two causes serious permanent damage to the sensor to the extent that it will NOT work Therefore any instrument such as Ion s Firstcheck should be kept well away from facilities where silicones are used Quality Assurance FirstCheck has been manufactured in compliance with ISO9001 2000 which ensures that the equipment supplied to our customers has been designed and assembled reproducibly from traceable components and leaves Ion Science calibrated to stated standards Disposal Dispose of FirstCheck its components and any used batteries in accordance with all local and national safety and environmental requirements This includes the European WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive Ion Science Ltd offers a take back service Please contact us for more information The FirstCheck field case material is recyclable polypropylene Calibration Facility Ion Science Ltd offers a calibration service including the issue of certification confirming calibration with equipment traceable to UK national standards A FirstCheck Calibration Kit is available from Ion Science to allow a two point calibration to be carried out in the field as a custom calibration in order to maintain traceability to national standards FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fc loo 10 Ion Science Ltd FirstCheck is a portable gas detector suitable for the detection of a large range of Volatile Organic Compounds VOC s
30. gas or gas mixture and press the ENTER key iz NOTE If you have chosen single calibration gases then all sensors will be available If you have chosen a mix this will be available on screen or a combination of both Ion Science recommends that if you are using single gases to calibrate the sensors then it is done in the following order VOC LEL CO then the H2S The O2is calibrated automatically with the ZERO concentration previously set up via the 1stPC software mt 9 This screen shows a Gas Cylinder symbol the gas or gas mix and gas re ae If acceptable press the ENTER key to proceed PPM isobutylene 10 A screen will show gas type a gas bottle and a flashing highlighted number keas i 11 Present the instrument with the calibration gas and press ENTER The number voc F will begin to count down showing how long the instrument needs to be presented i I with the gas A tick V will appear indicating that the calibration has been accepted Press ESC to go back to the calibration menu 12 Now repeat the above gas calibration procedure for any other combinations of calibration gases or press ESC until you are back to the first menu 13 Replace filter and probe as necessary Carry out a Bump Test to ensure calibration was successful Instrument is now ready for use If you are not successful in calibrating the instrument check the following points The carbon canister may be contaminated The calibration gas canister may be low
31. h your instrument Settings Lamp Application Backlight Clock File Calibration Set lamp in use in detector cell 11 7eViAn 10 6e Kr 10 2ev D2 C 8 4eV lt e Application Enables the selection and de selection of Health amp Safety mode and the selection of ppm ppb or mg m In Health amp Safety mode STEL and TWA timings can be adjusted to reflect the changes in legislation between the US and Europe The instrument can be set to security mode which enables the locking of the user interface so that the instrument functions can not be changed manually To de select security mode switch the instrument OFF then ON you then have 2 minutes from switch on to connect your instrument to a PC and select INSTRUMENT MENU SET UP This will automatically place your instrument in PC mode ready for download or further adjustment VOC smoothing relates to the PID reading and is used to have a dampening affect on the measurements for high gain factor gases In effect increasing the T90 time to create a smoother graph This affect can only be applied when in Survey mode it does not apply in Heath amp Safety Mode Lastly there s the option of choosing type of readout you get from the instrument with regard to the LEL sensor LEL shows the readout as a percentage of the lower explosive limit whereas VOL shows the readout as a percentage volume of the gas in the air Menu Settings Settings Lamp Application Backlight Cloc
32. if left in storage for a prolonged period The rate at which the batteries self discharge directly relates to the ambient temperature the higher the ambient temperature the quicker the discharge Ion Science Ltd recommends charging the instrument for 12 hours before use see the battery section of this manual page 31 32 Non Rechargeable Batteries Alkaline Fit the battery pack supplied with the FirstCheck For more information please see the battery section of this manual page on 31 32 A removable rechargeable battery pack part number A 820219 is also available which offers the flexibility to use both Alkaline and NiMH cells Page 8 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fr m Ion Science Ltd Instrument Functions Keypad function descriptions ON OFF To switch the FirstCheck instrument ON Press the ON OFF key To switch the FirstCheck instrument OFF Firstly ensure you are on the DISPLAY FUNCTION Selection screen or a DISPLAY screen Press and hold the ON OFF key until the line reaches the left side of the screen at this point the instrument will switch off This procedure has been designed to avoid accidental switch OFF o ENTER This key selects options and confirms settings ESCAPE This key is used to return the display to the previous screen and to abort an adjustment Repeated pressing of this key will return the display to the DISPLAY FUNCTION selection screen UP Use to scroll
33. in potentially flammable areas Ensure you are in a SAFE area before carrying out any type of maintenance on the FirstCheck instrument 2 Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety and result in unsafe conditions 3 For safety reasons the FirstCheck must only be operated and serviced by qualified personnel 4 Please read and understand this User Manual fully before operating or servicing the FirstCheck CAUTIONS It is essential that the FirstCheck is always used with a supplied PTFE 0 45 micron filter fitted to the front of the instrument The FirstCheck internal pump draws over 200 ml min of air into the instrument and without a filter particles of debris and dust will be drawn into the cell inhibiting the correct function of the instrument These filters are consumable and should be changed after every 100 hours of use The frequency of replacement should be increased for dusty or moisture laden environments Filters are available for purchase from Ion Science see our accessories page pg 38 for more information Users of instrumentation incorporating pellistor type flammable sensors should be aware that these sensors are very susceptible to poisoning by silicones Silicones are commonly used in aerosol cleaning products such as furniture polish in sealants in furnishings and in adhesives and adhesive labels The culprit is often a compound called hexamethyldisiloxane or HMDS for short A few parts per million in air
34. k File Calibration Select application H amp Settings Health amp Safety STEL 10 min TwA f hour Select Units ppm F Lock user interface C ppb C mg cum YOC smoothing ZLEL J C OL Cancel Help istPC Software Backlight Menu Settings Page 27 0f Settings Lamp Application Backlight Clock File Calibration Backlight settings FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Gives you the option of turning the back light on or off permanently or setting it to come on for a specific time after every key press Clock Set the instruments clock and date for the purposes of data logging Either set it manually or you can simply set your instrument to the same time as your PC clock File Allows you to save the settings you have created to your PC for future use It also enables you to open previously saved settings to then download to your instrument Page 28 of 43 Ion Science Ltd Menu Settings Settings Lamp Application Backlight Clock File Calibration Set instrument clock April 2005 ES 09 16 18 pii Set to PC Clock Set Clock Menu Settings Settings Lamp Application Backlight Clock File Calibration Save current settings to file on disk Load settings from disk file Load and set clock to PC Clock D FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Ion Science Ltd istPC Software Calibration The calib
35. lection of LEL gases from the internal gas table Page 11 of 43 Ion Science Ltd E FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 ick Reference Guide Application Page20 Allows the selection of modes of operation Health and Safety for STEL and TWA monitoring or Survey for general use Page 12 of 43 ILE OO m iaag Instrument Displays FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Ion Science Ltd Display Screens Explained DISPLAY FUNCTION Selection Screen The DISPLAY FUNCTION selection screen is shown when the FirstCheck is first switched on and can always be located by repeatedly pressing the ESC Escape key The DISPLAY FUNCTION screen allows the user to view gas levels in a variety of ways and also allows access to the Function menu where settings can be adjusted Use the UP and DOWN keys to highlight the preferred option and then press the ENTER key Also see Page 9 10 Instrument Functions Large Single Readout Small Multiple Screen Readout Screen Graph Screen Graph Screen Allows the viewing of real time measurements in graph format relative to the set alarm levels a When in Survey mode see page 21 the type of gas being detected the measured units the peak hold and real time vor ppm readings are also displayed penzen att 63 S t S Additional information such as alarm levels and battery status voc ppm can be viewed by pressing and holding the ENTER ke
36. ll automatically start up 3 Click on the Download Software button 4 The FirstCheck setup wizard will start 5 Follow the instructions on screen 6 The installer will automatically create a folder in your C drive to save istPC into If you do not want to save it there Browse for the location you would like it to be saved in and click Next 7 Select Next again to install the software 8 The software will take a few seconds to install then click Finished 9 You will now be able to open your 1stPC software from the Icon on your desk top or from your Start Menu Programs 1stPC Connecting FirstCheck with a PC Switch on your FirstCheck instrument enter the FUNCTION MENU and select the DATA TRANSFER symbol by pressing the ENTER key When communicating with a computer the FirstCheck displays a within the data transfer symbol When not communicating an X will appear Place the FirstCheck on its side with the instruments infrared window approximately 40 mm from the PC IRDA then start the FirstCheck software Starting FirstCheck Software Start the 1stPC software either from your desktop via the shortcut or from the START MENU PROGRAMS istPC Page 22 of 43 Ion Science Ltd oo oo leit FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 de Ee istPC Software It FirstCheck File Calibration Data Gas Table Instrument Zones view Help a bed gt Ss e 1stPC software has many fe
37. mp 5000 When in Survey mode all upper and lower sensor alarm levels can be set by the user to indicate particular levels of detection specific to the users need s Both alarms give an audible and visible output flashing LED but with increased urgency with the upper alarm An alarm state will occur when the preset alarm levels are exceeded the alarms can be reset by pressing the ENTER key but will continue to trigger if the alarm level is still exceeded Please note It is the user s responsibility to respond appropriately to an alarm condition A on Upper and Lower alarm levels in survey mode are easy to adjust on the t BE instrument Select the Alarm symbols as above and press the ENTER key OL Use the UP and DOWN keys to select the Alarm graphic in the function menu 20 and press ENTER Select the alarm you wish to adjust Upper or Lower and press the ENTER key again Use the UP and DOWN keys to change the alarm setting These alarms can also be easily adjusted on a PC via the Gas Table in the istPC software that is then downloaded to the instrument via the IRDA link Please note that for safety reasons the lower alarm cannot be set above the upper alarm Page 15 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu When in Health and Safety mode alarms are triggered by STEL and TWA alarm levels pre programmed into the instruments gas table An alarm in Health amp Safety mo
38. mp 5000 Ahd BE m Ion Science Ltd Technical Specifications Detector Range Response Time PID VOC detector 1 ppb 10 000 ppm FirstCheck 5000 T90 lt 1 second 0 1 ppm 10 000 ppm FirstCheck 3000 0 1 ppm 4 000 ppm FirstCheck 1000 and 2000 O Electrochemical 0 to 28 T90 lt 10 seconds CO Electrochemical 0 1 1000 ppm T90 lt 25 seconds HS Electrochemical 0 1 100 ppm T90 lt 20 seconds LEL Pelistor 0 100 LEL T90 lt 15 seconds Accuracy 5 displayed reading one digit Linearity 5 displayed reading one digit Battery 4 x AA size Specified Alkaline or 1 2V Rechargeable NiMH Alarm Flashing LED and 90 dBA 10 cm audible sounder Flow Rate Approx 220 ml min or 220 cc min Temperature Operating 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Storage 25 to 60 C 13 to 140 F Dimensions Instrument 340 x 60 x 50 mm Standard Carry Case 420 x 320 x 97 mm Weight Instrument 0 640 kg 1 4 Ib Packed in case 3 1 kg 6 8 Ib Materials Instrument Conductive carbon loaded polypropylene based resin casing Standard Carry Case Polypropylene with a polyester foam insert Response time of the instrument is affected by the use of a length of tubing in applications such as confined space entry The following response times show the affect on the PID detector based on 213 ml min with a filter attached with a tube internal diameter of 1 6 mm at 20 C Length of tube Flow ml min Respon
39. ndow fouling cleaning may be required for every 20 hours of use Cleaning frequency will also depend upon alarm levels set and prevailing environmental conditions PID Cell Electronic cell has an indefinite life however it may suffer contamination problems it is essential that a clean filter is attached during use Some gases such as methylene chloride in high concentrations may condense onto the walls of the cell In the rare event that the detector cannot be cleaned it may have to be replaced NB PID specifications relate to an isobutylene 100 ppm in air calibration at 20 C and 90 RH Page 42 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 def oo OU Ion Science Ltd Update Log Manual Version Amendment Date Updated Instrument Firmware PC Software FirstCheck Add IS Protective Cover details 18 06 08 V15 V2 04 V1 2 to manual updated to V1 3 FirstCheck Add new software installation 24 10 08 V15 V2 04 V1 3 routine Updated to V1 4 FirstCheck e Declaration of conformity 24 11 08 V15 V2 04 V1 4 updated e Include note regarding lamp cleaning i e Blowing out lamp will resolve 95 of contamination issues e Additional bump test after custom calibration Updated to V1 5 FirstCheck Log added to back of Manual 16 12 08 V15 V2 04 V1 5 Updated to V1 6 FirstCheck Secondary Probe Filter 23 03 09 V15 V2 04 V1 6 information added pages 8 42 amp 46 Updated to V
40. ory You are able to modify this table and then download it to your instrument If you wish to add new gases to the table ensure you use the next available line leaving no spaces as shown below Upper and lower alarm levels in Survey mode can be adjusted via the gas table Type the de appropriate column either high or low alarm against the gas you wish to change Use the tick boxes beside each gas to select deselect the gases to be downloaded to your FirstCheck then select Send to Instrument from the dropdown menu shown above Always save modified gas tables under a different file name keeping the original complete E FH40 28 04 05 et Seles Molecular 10 6eV 10 2eV x Seles oas name Abbreviation romua tig onr Factor ocn Factor 02 Factor ocer t kalkal ika ika ikaka kalka kaika ika ikakaa ika Vv Page 25 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 aT ao Ion Science Ltd istPC Software Instrument Instrument Zones View i P Instrument Details Instrument details such as serial number and data logged memory used can be Menu setup downloaded from your FirstCheck to your PC Instrument Upgrade An instrument upgrade allows you to upgrade your instrument to other Firmware Upgrade FirstCheck variants with advanced features once you have purchased the pass code from Ion Science A Firmware upgrade allows you to upgrade your actual instrument software directly should an upgrade be made availabl
41. ration settings can also be adjusted under the Menu Settings and uses the same layout as described on page 16 Once you have selected all of your settings choosing the following options will transfer them to the instrument Either Apply them which will download the information straight to the instrument and leave the screen open or select OK which will transfer the information to the instrument and close the screen automatically Zones Clear Delete existing Zones from your instrument or View Window H create new Zones for download to your FirstCheck Zone name Clear Zones Please note data files stored within a Zone to be deleted ses New will be lost Always download Data from your instrument Zone 3 Open before deleting Zones Zone 4 Close Save Save As Send to Instrument View view Help Select or hide the 1stPC software toolbar or status bar v Toolbar v Status Bar Help Offer advice on the use of istPC software HH St C S Help Topics About FirstCheck Page 29 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx B m Ion Science Ltd istPC Software Software Disclaimers Termination of Software Licence This Licence is effective until terminated This Licence will terminate automatically without notice from Ion Science Ltd if you fail to comply with any provision of this Licence Upon termination you agree to destroy delete or purge the written materials and all copies of the SOFT
42. re sensor signal heave Relative mode removes the background signal and sets the se Zero point at an artificial level Absolute Z ro TT Upper and lower Alarm arrows alarm levels The arrows represent the importance level of the alarm The single arrow represents the lower alarm and the two arrows represent the upper alarm VOC Ppr gt Application eie nie rele Indicates that Health amp Safety mode is selected oie na amp 98 When the symbol is displayed the instrument is in Health amp Safety mode the symbols absence indicates that the instrument has reverted to Survey Mode Please see the Application section of this manual for more information page 27 Large Number Readout Screen Enables the viewing of real time measurements in large numerical format for easy viewing in difficult conditions Additional information such as alarm levels battery 9 60 status and a peak hold reading can be viewed by pressing and holding the ENTER key When in Health amp Safety mode the STEL and TWA alarm levels and calculated SAMS values are shown when holding the ENTER key Se Pre c STEL N fod 0 0 TWA 0 08 1 0 Small Multiple Readout Screen Similar to the large single readout screen format the small multiple readout screen enables simultaneous viewing of all 5 sensor readings as numerical results When viewing the multiple readout screen pressing and holding the ENTER key reveals additional data such as the measur
43. s used see page 25 for details of how to set alarm levels Setting date and time Ion Science Ltd recommends that the correct local date and time be set to the instrument as soon as possible before using for the first time see page 25 for details on how to set the date and time Selecting a gas from the internal gas table The Factory calibration is carried out on FirstCheck just before leaving Ion Science Isobutylene gas is used to calibrate the PID sensor and Methane gas for the LEL sensor Many other VOC and LEL gases can be selected from the instruments internal gas table but TVOC gas is the default on the PID sensor TVOC has the same response factor as Isobutylene so 100ppm TVOC 100ppm Isobutylene and Methane gas is the default for the LEL sensor Selecting alternative gases from the internal gas table automatically selects alternative response factors allowing the correct concentration To change the selected gas please see page 25 Both PID and LEL sensors can detect a wide range gases however neither of these sensors are selective WARNING FirstCheck can not identify specific VOC or LEL gases Page 7 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Getting started Rechargeable Batteries FirstCheck instruments leave the factory fully charged however the batteries reach full storage capacity after a few charge discharge cycles A fully charged battery pack can completely discharge
44. se time in seconds Standard probe 213 0 1 1m 212 0 8 2m 212 1 7 3m 211 2 6 5m 209 4 3 10m 199 9 0 20m 190 19 0 30m 172 32 0 Assumes constant environmental conditions Page 41 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fr B m Ion Science Ltd Technical Specifications Expected lifetime of parts Batteries On the condition of normal use battery capacity will be reduced to approximately 70 after 250 full battery cycles or 1 year whichever comes first New fully charged rechargeable batteries at 20 C gt 10 hours normal use Affects on battery capacity 10 less per 10 C drop in temperature As the batteries age they may self discharge to half capacity from fully charged state At 25 C 50 days 37 C 25 days 48 C 5 days 60 C 1 day The back light will consume an additional 50 power and significantly reduce the instrument on time Filter The filter should be changed every 100 hours of use This frequency should be increased for dusty or moisture laden environments PID Lamps 10 6 eV and 8 4 eV expected life of 3 years and 11 7 eV 1 month Lamps are very fragile please handle with care at all times never touch the window and do not drop Lamp cleaning for normal use is every 100 hours of use based on 30 ppm for 100 hours Reduce this if used in heavily gas contaminated environments Please note that some esters amines and halogenated compounds may accelerate wi
45. sing a can of computer duster spray air down the small metal tube Then liberally inside the detector to remove any lint and dust particles Replace the lamp and cap and test the instrument 1 Keep the PID detector lamp window clean 2 Replace the sample filters on a regular basis Frequency of cleaning the detector lamp and replacement of the filter depends on the type of gas being detected and the quality of the background air see page 42 for details of parts expected life time 3 Secondary Probe Filter Designed to strengthen the instrument response even in condensing environments If the instrument background reading is high change the main probe filter first If the readings remain high it will be necessary to change the secondary probe filter as follows a Using an 11mm 7 16 spanner unscrew the probe fitting from the end of the PID detector nozzle b Remove and discard the secondary probe filter c Insert a new secondary probe filter into the probe fitting d Screw the probe fitting back onto the nozzle and tighten using an adjustable wrench CAUTION DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE PROBE FITTING Cleaning the FirstCheck Lamp The FirstCheck PID relies on an ultraviolet light source ionising VOC gases as they pass across the lamp window This process may result in a very fine layer of contamination appearing on the detector window that must be removed on a regular basis CAUTION The FirstCheck is a sensitive detector
46. suitable protective clothing e Follow industrial hygiene practices Wash face and hands thoroughly with soap and water after use and before eating drinking smoking or applying cosmetics e The Compound has a TVL TWA of 10 mg m Storage e Keep container closed to prevent water absorption and contamination a 2 Open the vial of Aluminium Oxide polishing compound s 5 With a clean cotton bud collect a small amount of compound DP Page 36 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 hd Ja Ion Science Ltd Maintenance 3 Use this cotton bud to polish the PID lamp window Use a circular action applying light pressure to clean the lamp window Never touch the lamp A A window with fingers 4 Continue polishing until an audible squeaking is made by the cotton bud with compound moving over the window surface usually within 15 seconds 5 Remove the residual powder with a clean cotton bud Care must be taken not to touch the tips of cotton buds that are to be used to clean the lamps as this may contaminate them with finger oil 6 Ensure the lamp is completely dry and any visible signs of contamination are removed before refitting 7 The instrument MUST now be re calibrated Page 37 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Accessories lt Ion Science Ltd Ion Science Ltd has developed an exclusive range of high quality accessories to compliment the FirstCheck Please refer to the
47. t for measurement control and laboratory use General Requirements Directive 2004 108EC Electrical Equipment Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC BS EN 61326 1 2006 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC Requirements Class B and General Immunity Other Standards BS EN ISO 9001 2000 Quality Management Systems requirements BS EN 13980 2002 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Application of Quality Systems On behalf of Ion Science Ltd I declare that on the date this product accompanied by this declaration is placed on the market the product conforms to all technical and regulatory requirements of the above listed directives Name Mark Stockdale Position Technical Director Date 20 November 2009 Signature 7 g A Page 3 of 43 BB oo Ion Science Ltd TF FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Contents Page Declaration of Conformity 3 ATEX intrinsic safety ratings 3 EMC Emissions and Immunity 3 Statements 5 Responsibility of use 5 Warnings 5 Caution 5 Quality Assurance 5 Disposal 5 Calibration Facility 5 Contact Ion Science 5 Introduction to FirstCheck 6 Getting Started 7 8 Instrument Functions 9 10 Keypad Function Descriptions 9 How the FirstCheck Menu Works 10 Quick Reference Guide 3 11 12 Instrument Displays F 13 14 Display Screens Explained 13 Instrument Symbols Explained k 13 14 Instrument Menu 15 21 D
48. tCheck allows an 8 digit identifier called Zones that can be attached to each data file A list of up to 199 Zones can be created on the istPC software and then downloaded to the FirstCheck instrument Once a Zone is selected on the instrument all data files will include that Zone name in the files header detail To avoid long download times Ion Science recommends downloading data on a daily basis The FirstCheck has a default Zone called Zone 0 Unless specified all readings will automatically be stored in this Zone Zone Selection Enter the FirstCheck s function menu and enter the ZONE SELECT icon Use the UP amp DOWN keys to change the pre programmed Zone name then press the ENTER key to select it A tick will appear to confirm the selection Press the ESC key to return to the Main Menu Any logged data will now contain the selected Zone name Viewing Data FirstCheck 2000 3000 amp 5000 Data must be downloaded from FirstCheck to a PC to be viewed page 22 PC Communication FirstCheck 2000 3000 amp 5000 To begin communication between the instrument and the computer E select the Data Transfer option When the instrument is communicating with a PC a v will be displayed in the data transfer symbol and when not communicating an X will be shown Place the instrument on its side with its infrared window a few inches from the PC s IRDA To exit the data transfer option press the ESC key Alarm FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 a
49. table below for a selection of FirstCheck accessories Part Number Accessory Description A 830206 IS Protective Cover II 1 G EEx ia IIC T4 II 2 G EEx iad IIC T4 Baseefa 0O2ATEX0093X Baseefa O3ATEX0742X PK of 10 A 845213 Calibration Kit A 31064 25mm 1 diameter 0 5 micron probe filter PK of 5 A 31066 Std probe attachment PK of 5 A 31063 PID Lamp Cleaning Kit 20 Cleans A 30555 5 m 16 ft flexible extension hose A 30556 10 m 33 ft flexible extension hose A 31146 Secondary Probe Filters pack of 5 A 31153 Exhaust barb Tedlar bag connector A 31057 Carbon filter 30618 PID lamp type 8 4 eV Xenon 30620 PID lamp type 10 6 eV Krypton 30621 PID lamp type 11 7 eV Argon 31052 Leather instrument jacket 40052 Leather instrument jacket with magnetic attachment 1 VS 18 Universal 9 volt power supply without plug 1 VS 20 9 V multi head universal power supply adaptor Page 38 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 Ion Science Ltd Upgrade Options All FirstCheck instruments have the ability to be upgraded in the field to higher versions Please refer to the table below to see if your model can be upgraded Upgrade Key You wish to upgrade your PhoCheck 1000 to PhoCheck Serial Number 04 01074 Please contact ISL for an upgrade security key You will need to provide the above information Enter the security key below Cancel
50. tor FirstCheck instruments only require a two point calibration The FirstCheck scales its linear output across a Zero level clean air reference and the Span a user defined gas concentration Factory Calibration Factory calibration offers a safe set of calibration data This should be used if the custom calibration fails and will keep the unit working until a good custom calibration is completed ION Science reccomends an annual service and calibration for users who require a traceable calibration During this service the lamp and detector is brought back to factory specifications and new Factory Calibration data is stored Page 16 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fr a Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu Custom calibration When Custom Calibration is selected a Zero and Span can be set by the user This allows the user to calibrate the FirstCheck PID to an alternative gas other than Isobutylene Ion Science provide a Calibration Kit accessory Part number A 845213 which is recommended for use with FirstCheck however other gases specific to your needs can also be used If performing a custom calibration using the Ion Science Calibration Kit accessory you will need you use the Cal Adaptor supplied with your FirstCheck in the Cal Kit sample box In order to carry out a custom calibration the appropriate parameters need to be set via the 1stPC software and downloaded to the FirstCheck instrument Ple
51. up or change selection DOWN Use to scroll down or change selection ZERO Zeros the detector when on Display Screen Only applicable in survey mode see page 21 for more information CAUTION Should the FirstCheck instrument be taken from a cold to warm environment condensation may form on internal parts of the detector cell Under these conditions prolonged measurement errors may appear as unusually high background levels even in a clean air environment To compensate for this error press and hold the ZERO key for at least two seconds Page 9 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 BE oo Instrument Functions a i Ion Science Ltd Display Function Selection Viewing Screens 13 P 13 amp 14 MEAR vot ppm Fo zea U p 325 tet ae co 6 0 voc 60 Zone Select Ea t Data Transfer Application P 15 E Mode H amp S or Survey p20 Alarm Gas P 15 feet Selection P 19 m iver Gas Selection lt P 19 Sound i Calibration Back light P 16 P 19 From the DISPLAY FUNCTION selection screen highlight the function menu icon then press ENTER Use the UP DOWN keys to view the available functions then press ENTER to select the function options Page 10 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx B m Ion Science Ltd uick Reference Guide This quick reference indicates basic instrument functionality many oth
52. y STEL na A Tl ft 0 0 When in Health amp Safety mode see page 27 the on screen information is nomen slightly different as STEL and TWA calculations are displayed in figures and the Benz zene graph remains in real time Again additional information can be viewed by STEL mek 7 pressing and holding the ENTER Key Instrument Symbols Explained FirstCheck uses a variety of symbols that indicate the instrument s status Bump test FirstCheck can prompt the user to bump test the instrument on a weekly basis If selected via 1stPC the above symbol appears on a weekly basis pressing the ENTER key clears the symbol until the following week Battery Status Discharged Battery status indicator can be accessed by pressing and holding ENTER on the graph and the large number screens Page 13 of 43 FirstCheck 1000 2000 3000 amp 5000 fx a Ion Science Ltd Instrument Displays Peak Hold a Peak Hold is a numerical measurement that indicates the peak or maximum reading of that selected gas sensor and is displayed to the right of the above symbol The Peak reading can be reset by pressing and holding the ENTER key for 5 seconds Background Zero Reference a When in Survey mode pressing the ZERO key alternates Relative Absolute between Relative and Absolute modes There is a constant level of detectable gas in ambient air which is detectable with F tdi FirstCheck Absolute mode displays the enti
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