Models SP330/SP350 SIDEPAKTM Personal Sampling Pumps User
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1. 28 Changing the Inlet Filter 28 5 TROUBLESHOOTING mmvvnnnvennnnvnnnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnenr 31 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS nnseranvrnnvvnnnvrnnvvnnnnnnnvnnnvnnnvnnnvennvnnnvnnnnvennvnnnvener For curent inforrmalon www tsi com Safety Information The TSI SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pumps are designed to collect air samples using accepted industrial hygiene principles practices and techniques with recommended maintenance and service as required This User Guide may not address all health and safety concerns associated with these products and their use The end user is responsible for assessing determining and following appropriate and applicable health and safety practices and compliance regulatory limitations before using these products The information contained in this document should not be construed as legal advice opinion or as a final authority on legal or regulatory procedures For additional information see TSI Limitation of Warranty and Liability on page ii of this User Guide iii iv Chapter 1 Unpacking and Parts Identification Carefully unpack your Model SP330 or SP350 SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pump from the shipping container Use the photos and accessory descriptions below to determine which components are included with the kit or single unit you purchased If any parts are missing contact TSI immediately SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pump2. page 36 of this user guide for specific information Keypad Functions To turn the instrument ON press the PAGE key The model number serial number firmware revision and battery charge are displayed for a few seconds before entering Ready Mode oy i 1 To turn the instrument OFF press and hold the PAGE GN dl key for three 3 seconds Release when the countdown reaches 0 SECONDS Use the PAGE key to go back to the previous menu 15 Use the key to execute selected menu options and confirm changes Use the A V arrow keys to scroll through vertical menus and to change numeric values To toggle between an unlocked and locked keypad tamper prevention press and hold the A key and press 1 When the keypad is locked the display shows KEYPAD LOCK Identifying SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Features Battery Screw Power Port Inlet Assembly Dust Plug Power Up ar Screw Power Port Inlet Assembly Dust Plug Remove these two screws to remove the battery pack Connect the 9 VDC power supply charger to this port to charge TSI NiMH battery packs or to power the instrument at any time Many power supplies look alike make certain you use the right power supply to prevent damage The inlet assembly is where the sample tube is attached to the pump body This inlet assembly is user serviceable with the Pump Service Kit see Chapter 4 Maintenance for furthe
3. Exposure Monitoring Models SP330 SP350 SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pumps User Guide 1980454 Revision A June 2003 maj 2 mi Models SP330 SP350 SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pumps User Guide June 2003 P N 1980454 Revision A SHIP TO MAIL TO E mail address TSI Incorporated answers tsi com 500 Cardigan Road Website Shoreview MN 55126 3996 http www tsi com USA INTERNATIONAL U S Customer Service Customer Service 001 651 490 3838 800 861 7919 651 490 3838 Fax Fax 001 651 490 3824 651 490 3824 TSI Copyright TSI Incorporated Revision A 2003 All rights reserved Address TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Fax No 651 490 3824 Limitation of Warranty and Liability effective July 2000 Seller warrants the goods sold hereunder under normal use and service as described in the operator s manual shall be free from defects in workmanship and material for twenty four 24 months or the length of time specified in the operator s manual from the date of shipment to the customer This warranty period is inclusive of any statutory warranty This limited warranty is subject to the following exclusions a Hot wire or hot film sensors used with research anemometers and certain other components when indicated in specifications are warranted for 90 days from the date of shipment b Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services
4. gel etc the TSI Low Flow Adapter LFA is used with the SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 The LFA puts the sample pump into a constant pressure condition allowing the use of TSI s single or multiple adjustable sorbent tube sampling kits The LFA permits flows from 20 cc min to 800 cc min and maintains a constant negative pressure of approximately 12 15 w g on the sample pump Total flow of all sample tubes cannot exceed 800 cc min With constant negative pressure maintained the sorbent tube flows may be adjusted separately without affecting multiple tube sampling kits Low Flow Adapter 1 Start up the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 and let it warm up for 2 minutes prior to starting this procedure 2 Adjust the pump flow rate to 1000 cc min referring to Flow Setpoint section in this chapter 3 Attach the sampling tube to the pump 4 Attach the LFA to the sampling tube making sure the two small holes on the diaphragm point towards the pump with the short piece of tubing supplied on the terminal end 5 Finally attach the adjustable sorbent tube holder to the short piece of tubing on the end of the LFA Next attach the end of the adjustable sorbent tube holder to an external calibrator with a piece of tubing 20 Chapter 3 6 With the external calibrator attached and functional set the flow rate s for the sorbent tube s to the desired flow rate Note In Step 5 when connecting a single or multiple adjustable sorbent tube
5. 650 NiMH 13 12 115 11 2000 NIMH 23 20 5 18 17 5 ee 35 31 28 5 27 10 1 650 NiMH 11 9 5 9 NA 2 700 NIMH 17 5 16 5 15 NA pres 25 24 215 NA 15 1 650 NiMH 10 9 8 NA ZJO0 NIMHA 445 13 125 NA pre 23 5 21 5 205 NA Using Energizer AA size E91 alkaline batteries SP350 Flow Rate cc min Back Pressure Battery Constant Flow Mode in H20 Option 1 000 2 000 3 000 4 000 5 1 650 NiMH 11 9 5 9 8 2 700 NiMH 18 16 5 14 13 a 31 5 225 20 17 5 10 1 650 NiMH 8 5 8 7 NA 2 PO0 NIME 13 5 125 11 NA ANER 19 5 19 17 NA 15 1 650 NiMH 7 5 6 5 5 NA 2 700 NiMH 11 10 6 NA SIER 18 145 13 NA Using Energizer AA size E91 alkaline batteries 38 Appendix A Typical Collection Media Back Pressures Back Pressure in H O Flow Rate cc min Constant Flow Mode Typical Collection Media 1 000 2 000 3 000 4 000 25 mm GF 1 75 3 75 5 25 9 2 25 mm PVC 5pu 1 0 2 25 5 75 8 0 25 mm MCE 0 8u 1 0 2 75 5 0 7 5 37 mm GF 1 6 3 2 4 75 6 5 37 mm PVC 5u 0 6 1 4 2 25 3 0 37 mm MCE 0 84 2 0 4 25 7 0 10 5 37 mm MCE 0 454 3 0 6 0 9 0 12 5 Maintenance Factory clean and test Recommended annually User flow calibration Before and after each use Specifications 39 TSI TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 U S A Web www tsi com
6. 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 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
7. is visible inside either the grit pot or the cyclone body it may be necessary to blow compressed air into the cyclone parts and or to clean them with soap and water A mild solvent like isopropanol may also be used Make certain that the cyclone is perfectly dry before using it 3 Re assemble the cyclone The cyclone cleaning procedure is now completed Exploded View of 10 mm Nylon Dorr Oliver Cyclone Maintenance 27 Pump Service Kit for the SIDEPAK SP330 SP350 The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 have an inlet filter and Dust Plugs that are designed to protect the pump components from contamination TSI replaces these when the unit is returned for factory authorized servicing recommended every 12 months When used in exceptionally dirty environments it may be necessary to replace these parts or if they become damaged In that event these parts may be replaced in the field by a competent person using the Pump Service Kit part no 801725 The pump service kit includes a new sample inlet 3 inlet filters 4 Sets of Dust Plugs and 2 Sets of Battery Screws mis a Pump Service Kit 801725 Changing the Inlet Filter The internal filter keeps the pump and the flowmeter SP530 and SP730 only free from particles If the inlet filter loads up the performance of the pump and flowmeter SP530 and SP730 only will deteriorate Visually inspect the condition of the inlet filter prior to each use If the 28 Chap
8. min 54 in H2O 1 500 cc min 40 in H20 2 000 cc min 28 in H20 2 500 cc min 19 in H20 3 000 cc min 11 in H20 3 500 cc min 0 in H20 Model SP350 1 000 cc min 28 in H20 1 500 cc min 26 in H20 2 000 cc min 25 in H20 2 500 cc min 24 in H20 3 000 cc min 21 in H20 3 500 cc min 14 in H20 4 000 cc min 9 in H gt O 4 500 cc min 0 in H20 See page 22 of this User Guide for information Adjust Flow Menu Screen range 0 0 to 99 9 8 2 0 Ipm w GF filter SP330 9 2 0 Ipm w GF filter SP350 35 User Adjustable Values Sample Run Time Flow Setpoint Delayed Start Key Pad Lock Recorded Values Total Sample Time Temperature Range Operating Range 0 to 45 C 32 to 112 F Storage Range 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Physical External Dimensions 106 mm x 92 mm x 70 mm 4 2 in x 3 7 in x 2 8 in with 801724 battery 130 mm x 92 mm x 70 mm 5 1 in x 3 7 in x 2 8 in with 801722 or 801708 battery Weight 0 46 kg 16 oz with 801724 battery 0 54 kg 19 oz with 801722 battery 0 54 kg 19 oz with 801708 battery Display 4 2 line x 12 character LCD Tripod Socket Ya 20 female thread Power Supply P N 2613210 Input Voltage Range 100 to 240 VAC 50 to 60 Hz Output Voltage 9 VDC 1 0A Approvals Intrinsic Safety Rating Information TSI Battery Pack P Ns 801722 or 80
9. 1724 INTRINSICALLY SAFE CSA Exia T2A with 801724 T2C with 801722 Class Groups A B C D File 200507 TSI Battery Pack P N 801708 NOT INTRINSICALLY SAFE C Immunity EN61326 1 1997 A11998 Clause 6 Emissions EN61326 1997 Amendment A1 1998 36 Appendix A All Dust Plugs and gaskets must be installed on the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 in addition to using the above battery packs to achieve Intrinsic Safety Rating Battery Information Charge Intrinsically Battery Option Time Safe CSA Rating 1650 mAH NiMH 3 5 hours Yes Exia T2A Pack P N 801724 Class Groups A B C D 2700 mAH NiMH 5 5 hours Yes Exia T2C Pack P N 801722 Class 1 Groups A B C D 6 Cell AA size Pack N A No N A P N 801708 Of a full depleted battery All dust plugs and gaskets must be installed Battery Level Indicator The Smart Battery Management System utilizes a built in gas gauge in the SIDEPAK battery packs The gas gauge monitors battery capacity and calculates run time information by dividing capacity of the battery mAH by the instantaneous current consumed by the instrument mA This calculation is correct for current operating conditions and can change due to current mA consumption or changes in battery capacity Specifications 37 Battery Life Performance estimated hours SP330 Flow Rate cc min Back Pressure Battery Constant Flow Mode in H O Option 1 000 2 000 2 500 3 000 5 1
10. Flow Setpoint Clear Data Reset All Set Program Run Program Refer to the corresponding section below for details on each submenu Flow Setpoint The Flow Setpoint submenu allows you to manually adjust the pump flow rate from the instrument keypad The Flow Setpoint adjustment range is from 25 to 99 9 of full scale You must use an external calibrator when adjusting the Flow Setpoint refer to Calibrating a SIDEPAK SP330 SP350 section found in this chapter 1 Start up the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 and let it warm up for 2 minutes prior to starting this procedure Operation 17 Attach the pump to an external calibrator of your choice and follow the procedure for Calibrating a SIDEPAK SP330 SP350 found in this chapter Press the 1 key to access the ADJUST FLOW XX X RANGE screen Use the A V to adjust the pump to the desired flow rate based on the flow rate readings indicated from the external calibrator and press 1 to execute when achieved Now the Estimated Runtime screen appears EST RUNTIME XXX MIN for a few seconds before the instrument returns to Ready Mode This value is the estimated minutes of runtime at the set flow rate Clear Data The Clear Data submenu allows you to permanently erase all of the Total Runtime data stored in memory It will not affect the user adjusted or set values of Runtime Total Time data Flow Setpoint or Delay Start 1 After selecting the Clear Data submenu under the Setup Me
11. Kit Photos and Accessory Descriptions Single Unit Kit with 801724 Battery Pack Single Unit Kit with 801708 or 801722 Battery Pack Three Unit Kit with 801724 Battery Pack Chapter 1 Three Unit Kit with 801708 or 801722 Battery Pack Five Unit Kit with 801724 Battery Pack Unpacking and Parts Identification 3 37 mm Filter Cassette Kit 801709 Cyclone Kit 801721 a I 25 mm Filter Cassette Kit 801726 Single Non Adjustable Sorbent Tube Kit 801720 4 Chapter 1 Ni Low Flow Adapter Constant Pressure Controller 801699 Single Adjustable Sorbent Tube Kit 801695 4 SG gist E ee amp u Pump Service Kit 801725 Double Adjustable Sorbent Tube Kit 801696 Hard Single Unit Carry Case 12 2 x 8 x 3 75 1319315 Triple Adjustable Sorbent Tube Kit 801697 Unpacking and Parts Identification 5 Soft Single Unit Carry Case 11 25 x 9 x 4 25 1319289 Hard 3 Unit Carry Case 17 x 12 5 x 4 2 1319316 Battery Pack 2700 mAH 801722 Power Supply with U S Line Cord 2613210 Hard 5 Unit Carry Case 24 25 x 19 5 x 8 75 1319337 6 Chapter 1 Belt Clip for SIDEPAK Instruments 1206134 U Tube Kit 801704 Sample Tube Vinyl 801693 Sorbent Tube Cover 2902021 At 37 mm Filter Cassette Clip 1309062 25 mm Filter Cassette Clip Large Sorbent Tube Cover 1309164 2902024 Unpacking
12. am based on a Total Time and or a Delay Start that has been setup from the Set Program submenu 1 After selecting the Run Program submenu under the Setup Menu press 4 2 The display will now show PROGRAM MODE BATTERY XXX for all Set Programs with no Delay Start programmed The pump will automatically start and begin your sampling event and continue until the Total Time has been reached 3 Or the display will now show PUMP START IN XXX MIN for all Set Programs with a Delay Start defined The pump will automatically start when the Delay Start time has elapsed and begin your sampling event Sampling will continue until the Total Time has elapsed 4 You may stop the sample event at any time by pressing 41 to access the ENTER STOP PAGE RETURN screen If you want to stop the sample event you must press 1 The pump will stop and return back to Ready Mode If you do not want to stop sampling press the PAGE key and continue with the in progress sample event While in Program Mode the pump will automatically scroll through or you may manually scroll between the following screens Operation 19 PROGRAM M BATT 37inin ae eGo TOTAL SAR TIME 2 MIN Flow Mode The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 can be operated in either of two modes of operation for Flow Mode There are low and high flow operational modes Low Flow Operation In order to sample at low flow rates using sorbent tubes i e charcoal silica
13. and Parts Identification 7 nu od em en Screwdriver dual ended Phillips Flat 3012094 Cyclone Filter Cassette Clip 1309157 SP330 SP350 User Guide 1980454 Luer Adapter 1611303 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Setting Up Supplying Power to the SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pump You must attach a battery pack to the SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pump prior to use There are three different TSI battery packs designed for the SP330 or SP350 1650 and 2700 mAH rechargeable nickel metal hydride NiMH battery packs and a AA battery pack that allows you to use standard AA size batteries You may also power the SP330 or SP350 with the power supply with or without a battery pack attached Both of the NiMH battery packs are approved and rated intrinsically safe The AA battery pack is not intrinsically safe The following battery information table provides the intrinsic safety rating information Battery Information Charge Intrinsically Battery Option Time Safe CSA Rating 1650 mAH NiMH 3 5 hours Yes Exia T2A Pack P N 801724 Class Groups A B C D 2700 mAH NiMH 5 5 hours Yes Exia T2C Pack P N 801722 Class 1 Groups A B C D 6 Cell AA size Pack N A No N A P N 801708 Of a full depleted battery All dust plugs and gaskets must be installed Installing the NiMH Rechargeable Battery Packs Battery packs slide on and off the SP330 or SP350 pumps in the direction shown below Th
14. ar his or her head TSI offers as optional accessories single and multiple sorbent tube kits There are single adjustable and non adjustable and dual and triple adjustable kits that include single or multiple sorbent tube holders with 6mm x 70mm tube covers standard a larger tube cover is available that holds up to a 10mm x 130mm sorbent tube Lapel Clip and 3 foot sample tube specifically for this purpose 24 Chapter 4 Sorbent Tube Holders Cleaning the Sorbent Tube Holders The sorbent tube holders should be cleaned prior to each use In most cases simply cleaning the tube cover will be all that is needed Inspect the inlet and the inside of the sorbent tube cover as well as the single and multiple sorbent tube holders and tubing to look for damage or clogging regularly and clean it if necessary 1 Unscrew the tube cover from the bottom of the sorbent tube holder and pull the tube cover off 2 Hold the open end of the tube cover down and tap it on a hard surface to dislodge particles Repeat with the inlet end of the tube cover Note If dirt is visible inside either the tube cover tube inlet or the sorbent tube holder it may be necessary to blow compressed air into these parts and or to clean them with soap and water Use only soap and water do not use any chemicals that might leave behind a residue that would contaminate your sorbent tubes Make certain that these parts are perfectly dry before using them 3 Re asse
15. cause of action has accrued The goods returned under warranty to Seller s factory shall be at Buyer s risk of loss and will be returned if at all at Seller s risk of loss Buyer and all users are deemed to have accepted this LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY which contains the complete and exclusive limited warranty of Seller This LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY may not be amended modified or its terms waived except by writing signed by an Officer of Seller Service Policy Knowing that inoperative or defective instruments are as detrimental to TSI as they are to our customers our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any problems If any malfunction is discovered please contact your nearest sales office or representative or call TSI s Customer Service department at 800 861 7919 USA or 001 651 490 3838 International For Technical Support call 800 861 7397 USA or 001 651 765 3777 International CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION rnnnvnnnnnvennnnvnnnnnnnnnvnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnn lll 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION rnnnvnnnnnnvnnnnvvnnnnenn 1 SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pump Kit Photos and Accessory Descriptions 1 2 SETTING UP 25 ee 9 Supplying Power to the SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pump 9 Battery Ih formation ae deres eee 9 Installing the NiMH Rechargeable Battery Packs 9 Installing th
16. charge are displayed for a few seconds before entering Ready Mode Qh To turn the instrument OFF press and hold the PAGE key for three 3 seconds Release when the countdown reaches 0 SECONDS Use the PAGE key to go back to the previous menu Use the J key to execute selected menu options and confirm changes 0012 Use the A V arrow keys to scroll through vertical menus and to change numeric values To toggle between an unlocked and locked keypad tamper prevention press and hold the A key and press 1 When the keypad is locked the display shows KEYPAD LOCK Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Operation Overview The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pumps are integrated portable sampling pumps used for occupational exposure monitoring and area assessment The sampling pump flow rate is user adjustable allowing you to attach a wide variety of collection media for sampling from the worker s breathing zone or other locations The rugged belt mountable unit is small quiet and lightweight minimizing interference and discomfort for the wearer The 12 character x 2 line LCD displays flow set point clear data functions reset pump functions pump programming information pump runtime information and pump status before during and after sampling The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling pumps have passed intrinsic safety approvals See Chapter 2 page 9 and Appendix A Specifications
17. e AA Battery Pack uneeennennnnnnnennenn 10 Replacing the Cells in the AA Battery Pack 12 Using the Power Supply sannrrnnrennrrvnnennrrnnnennrrnnnennrressrennnnne 12 Keypad F nctiens 20 22er 14 3 OPERATION an ann een ne nine esse 15 OVEIVIGW ua sad ee en rss ee BESET E 15 Keypad FUNCIONS oae raria ETa E REEERE RATRI 15 Identifying SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Features 16 Power UD hager a Need eee 16 Power DOWN ee A AERE 17 Ready Modez irao ir AEA TR 17 Setup Menu tes a aaraa e a aa aE aT iea DEA tees 17 Flow Setpoint 17 Clear Data finance 18 Reset All aa den re ere Sn 18 SOLPOR BER sas nr rs ee TES SE SS L SE ere 19 Run Program sein nn Ar etienne 19 FOW Mode ris ens 20 Low Flow Operation ccccceeeeeeeeceeceeeeeeeseceaaeceeeeeeeeeeesnaeees 20 Low Flow Adapter 20 High Flow Operation 21 Calibrating a SIDEPAK SP330 SP350 leerer 21 Flow Blocked Error arenaer eee 22 4 MAINTENANCE 2 ei 23 Maintaining Rechargeable Battery Packs 23 Charging a NiMH Battery Pack 23 Using and Maintaining the Sorbent Tube Holders 24 Cleaning the Sorbent Tube Holders 25 Using and Maintaining the Respirable Cyclone Kit 25 Cleaning the Cyclone ERE 27 Pump Service Kit for the SIDEPAK SP330 SP350
18. e cyclone The cut off size for any make of cyclone is dependent upon flow rate Caution It is very important that the sample flow rate through the Dorr Oliver Cyclone be set at 1 7 liters per minute lpm If some other flow rate is set the cut off size will be unknown As the air stream leaves the cyclone it enters the 37 mm filter cassette where it is deposited on the filter media The air stream less the aerosol continues through the sample tube to the pump 1 Attach the cyclone filter cassette assembly to the same sample tube and then attach the end of the sample tube onto the inlet of the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 2 Adjust the flow rate of the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 to 1 7 Ipm See the Operation chapter for instructions on how to set the flow rate 26 Chapter 4 The SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 and cyclone filter cassette assembly are now ready to use Attach the cyclone to the individual test subject s clothing using the U tube and clip provided with the cyclone Cleaning the Cyclone The 10 mm Nylon Dorr Oliver Cyclone should be cleaned prior to each use In most cases simply cleaning the grit pot will be all that is needed Inspect the inside of the cyclone body regularly and clean it if necessary 1 Unscrew the grit pot from the bottom of the cyclone and pull the cap off 2 Hold the open end of the grit pot down and tap it on a hard surface to dislodge particles Repeat with the cyclone body Note If dirt
19. ere are serrations teeth that help hold the battery pack firmly onto the SP330 or SP350 body in addition to the two screws Sliding the battery on off requires firm pressure in the proper direction Battery Pack 1650 mAH Battery Pack 2700 mAH Place the battery pack on top of the SP330 or SP350 body and push firmly to slide it on Make sure that the front edge of the battery fits under the lip near the keypad Once the battery pack is fully seated and the screw holes are lined up fasten it in place using the two battery screws provided Note When installing any of the NiMH battery packs for the first time you should charge the battery before using the SP330 or SP350 to ensure proper operation See Using the Power Supply later in this chapter or the Maintenance chapter for charging information Installing the AA Battery Pack Note Alkaline battery cells are included with the AA battery pack TSI recommends AA size alkaline batteries for best performance The power supply may be used to power the SP330 or SP350 while the AA battery pack is attached to the pump body The SP330 or SP350 will sense the presence of the AA battery pack and automatically disable the charging function AA size rechargeable batteries may be used in the AA battery pack however they cannot be recharged by the SIDEPAK Personal Sampling Pump charging system An external charger will be needed Instrument run time with size AA rechargeable cells ma
20. holder that the pump may slow down or stall but will immediately recover To minimize these effects make sure that the adjustable sorbent tube holder at least one tube is set to the open position High Flow Operation The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 are operated in a continuous flow mode when used for high flow sampling with filter cassettes and other high flow sampling devices i e cyclones impactors impingers bubblers IOM Samplers etc The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 have flow rate ranges from 1000 cc min to 3000 cc min and 1000 cc min to 4000 cc min respectively Calibrating a SIDEPAK SP330 SP350 When calibrating a SIDEPAK SP330 or a SP350 for low or high flow sampling the following generic procedure may be used 1 Start up the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 and let it warm up for 2 minutes prior to starting this calibration procedure Operation 21 2 Configure your sample pump for low or high flow sampling i e attach a LFA for low flow constant pressure operation mode etc Refer to High and Low Flow Operation sections found in this chapter 3 Attach the outlet of the sample media tubing to the inlet of the sample pump 4 Connect the outlet of the external calibrator to the inlet of the sample media 5 Turn the external calibrator on 6 Follow the Flow Setpoint and or the Low Flow Adapter Procedure found in this chapter to setup and enter the proper keypad commands necessary to complete the calibration pr
21. into the power port on the side of the SP330 or SP350 Many power supplies look alike Make certain you are using the proper power supply for the SP330 or SP350 Using the wrong power supply may permanently damage the instrument and void the warranty Chapter 2 Battery Screw Power Port Inlet Assembly Dust Plug _ The power supply cannot run the SIDEPAK pump and charge the battery at the same time Make sure the instrument is turned off to initiate the charging cycle If the display does not show CHARGING BATTERY it is not charging When the power supply is first plugged into the SP330 or SP350 the display will first show the message DETECTING BATTERY TYPE If any of the TSI NiMH battery packs are detected the display will show CHARGING BATTERY Once the battery is fully charged the display will show CHARGING COMPLETE The instrument may be turned on at any time during or after the charging process by pressing the PAGE key Turning the instrument on during the charging process will abort charging and will show the message CHARGING OFF If the AA battery pack is detected regardless of installed cell type or there is no battery pack at all the display will show CHARGING OFF after 30 seconds Press the PAGE key to turn the instrument on or off at any time Setting Up 13 Keypad Functions To turn the instrument ON press the PAGE key The model number serial number firmware revision and remaining battery
22. ion Nothing visible on Unit not switched on Switch unit on display Low or dead batteries Replace the batteries or plug in the AC adapter Batteries installed Observe polarity backwards indication on battery holder diagram Dirty battery contacts Clean the battery contacts 31 Symptom No keypad response Display shows KEYPAD LOCK FLOW BLOCKED message is displayed Unable to attain desired flow Cannot achieve low enough flow using Low Flow Adapter BATTERY LOW message is displayed 32 Possible Cause Keypad is locked out Inlet flow is blocked Inlet filter is plugged High pressure drop Leaks Out of flow range Flow rate set too high for gas sampling Low Flow Adapter clogged or damaged Low battery charge Corrective Action To toggle between an unlocked and locked keypad tamper prevention press and hold the A key and press d When the keypad is locked the display shows KEYPAD LOCK Remove obstructions Check for pinched sample tube Check for correct installation of sample inlet Replace internal filter See Pump Service Kit section in Chapter 4 for more information Or return to factory for servicing Check for flow blockage or pinched tubes obstructions Check for leaks in tubes media holders etc Flow rate exceeds instrument capability Reduce pump flow rate Check Low Flow Adapter for clogging if damaged replace with new Low Flow Adapte
23. mble the sorbent tube holder The sorbent tube holder cleaning procedure is now completed Using and Maintaining the Respirable Cyclone Kit The 10 mm Nylon Dorr Oliver Cyclone Kit is used to discriminate between the respirable fraction and other portions of the ambient aerosol It is ideal for breathing zone sampling because it can be attached to a worker s clothing near his or her head TSI offers as an optional accessory Cyclone Kit that includes a 10 mm Dorr Oliver Cyclone Cyclone Filter Cassette Clip U Tube Lapel Clip and 3 foot sample tube specifically for this purpose Maintenance 25 Respirable Cyclone Kit Four micrometers 4 um is the OSHA standard and is internationally accepted as the 50 percent cut off size for respirable aerosols Particles larger than 4 um impact onto the surfaces of the upper respiratory tract and cannot reach the lungs The Dorr Oliver Cyclone provided is designed to provide a cut off at 4 um This is specified as a 50 percent cut off at 4 um The cyclone works by forcing the particle laden air sample to swirl inside the cyclone body Larger higher mass particles cannot follow the air stream and become trapped while smaller particles stay in the air stream and pass through When using the cyclone you can assume that all particles smaller than the cut off size pass through and all larger particles become trapped falling out of the air stream and are deposited in the grit pot at the bottom of th
24. nu Press I 2 The display will now show ENTER CLEAR DATA Press 1 to execute the Clear Data function 3 The display will show RUNTIME DATA CLEARED for a few seconds and will go back to Ready Mode Reset All The Reset All submenu resets all of the user adjusted and set values of Runtime data Total Time data Flow Setpoint and Delay Start to their default values The default values are as follows e Runtime 0 minutes e Total Time 5 minutes e Flow Setpoint 35 e Delay Start 0 minutes After selecting the Reset All submenu under the Setup Menu press 4 The display will now show ENTER RESET FLOW Press to execute the Reset All Function The display will show RUNTIME DATA amp FLOW RESET for a few seconds before the unit goes back to Ready Mode Chapter 3 Set Program The Set Program submenu allows you to set Total Time the pump runtime and Delay Start Time The Total Time adjustment range is from 5 to 9999 minutes The Delay start adjustment range is from 0 to 999 minutes 1 After selecting the Set Program submenu under the Setup Menu press J The display will now show TOTAL TIME A Y XXXX MIN Use the A V to adjust the Total Time and press 1 to execute The display will now show DELAY A Y XXX MIN EEE en Use the A V to adjust the DELAY start time and press to execute 6 The instrument immediately returns back to Ready Mode Run Program The Run Program submenu allows you to run a progr
25. ocedure Flow Blocked Error When the flow is blocked the pump will continue to try to maintain the flow rate for 20 seconds during which time the words FLOW BLOCKED will alternate with FLOW MODE the LED will flash twice per second and will beep once per second If the flow rate is not regained after the 20 second period the pump will shut off for 40 seconds at the end of which time it will turn the pump back on and retry to get the desired flow rate This process will repeat for ten more cycles at the end of which the pump will remain off and the LCD will alternate between FLOW BLOCKED PUMP SHUTOFF and READY MODE ENTER START If the 1 key is pressed the process will begin again If at any time during the pump restart sequence the flow block condition is removed the flow will resume If a flow block occurs again the process will start at the beginning 22 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Maintenance The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 require periodic maintenance The most common procedures are listed below Charging NiMH batteries Cyclone maintenance Sorbent Tube Holder maintenance U Tube and Luer Adapter maintenance Changing the pump inlet filters In addition to the procedures in this chapter TSI recommends that you return your SIDEPAK Model SP330 or SP350 to the factory for annual service Regular factory authorized cleaning and testing helps ensure that your instrument is working properly has the latest updates and will provide accura
26. r P N 801699 Recharge batteries NiMH replace batteries AA alkaline or use AC adapter Chapter 5 Symptom Battery not charging Instrument not getting power CHARGING OFF message is displayed Power up Keypad Lockup Troubleshooting Possible Cause Instrument not plugged into power supply Power supply not plugged into to outlet Incorrect battery type AA size Pack used Incorrect Power Supply used Battery not seated properly Battery leads damaged Instrument has detected either a alkaline battery pack a damaged NiMH battery pack or no battery pack Pushing keys during power up Corrective Action Check power supply Check outlet Change battery pack to NiMH Check power supply type and use only SIDEPAK Power Supply P N 2613210 Adjust battery pack Check battery leads for damage and clean if needed Install NiMH battery pack for proper charging Wait until power up is complete 33 Appendix A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice Flow Range Constant Flow 500 to 3 000 cc mm SP330 Constant Pressure requires Low Flow Adapter Flow Control Flow vs Max Vacuum Pressure Flow Fault Flow Indicator LCD Inlet Pulsation Ratio 500 to 4 000 cc min SP350 20 to 800 cc min Back EMF 5 of constant flow setpoint Model SP330 1 000 cc
27. r information Dust Plugs are provided to prevent intrusion of dust into the instrument during operation They should be removed from the Power Port for charging the instrument and replaced when charging is complete Turn the SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 on by pressing the PAGE key The SP330 and SP350 will display the model number serial number firmware 16 Chapter 3 version and remaining battery life over a period of a few seconds It will now immediately go into READY MODE Power Down To turn the SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 off press the PAGE key until the instrument displays READY MODE or the SETUP MENU Then press and hold the PAGE key Release the key after the 3 second countdown reaches zero Ready Mode When the SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 are first turned on they always go into Ready Mode In Ready Mode the display alternates between READY MODE ENTER START and ELAPSED TIME XXXX MIN Note If you view a submenu and leave the display in that location the SP330 and SP350 Times Out and returns to the next higher level menu after 30 seconds Eventually the instrument returns to Ready Mode alternating between READY MODE ENTER START and ELAPSED TIME xxxx MIN You may also press the PAGE key at any time to manually escape to the next higher level menu the SETUP Menu Setup Menu While in Ready Mode you can access the Setup Menu by pressing the PAGE key Use the A V keys to select one of the following submenus
28. rong power supply may permanently damage the instrument and void the warranty The power supply cannot run the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 and charge the battery at the same time Make sure the instrument is off to facilitate charging If the display does not show CHARGING BATTERY it is not charging When the power supply is first plugged onto the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 the display will first show DETECTING BATTERY TYPE If a TSI NiMH battery pack is detected the display will show CHARGING BATTERY until charging is completed Once the battery is fully charged the display will show CHARGING COMPLETE The instrument may be turned on at any time during or after the charging process by pressing the PAGE key Turning the instrument on during the charging process will abort charging If the 6 cell AA size battery pack is detected regardless of installed cell type or there is no battery pack at all the display will show CHARGING OFF after 30 seconds It is not possible to recharge AA size rechargeable batteries by placing them in the 6 cell AA size battery pack and attaching them to the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 Using and Maintaining the Sorbent Tube Holders A wide variety of sorbent tubes are commercially available and are designed to adsorb or absorb gases and vapors that are drawn through them when used with a low flow sampling pump Sorbent tubes are ideal for breathing zone sampling because they can be attached to a worker s clothing ne
29. te and reliable measurements Maintaining Rechargeable Battery Packs The SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pumps incorporate the Smart Battery Management System that allows for fast charging and long battery life This system utilizes a built in computer chip in the battery packs The microprocessor monitors battery capacity and calculates run time information by dividing capacity of the battery mAH by the instantaneous current consumed by the instrument mA This calculation is correct for current operating conditions and can change due to current mA consumption or changes in battery capacity Conventional battery controllers can only make crude estimates of battery condition based on a simple voltage measurement TSI rechargeable battery packs use nickel metal hydride NiMH cells because they provide much greater capacity than conventional nickel cadmium NiCad cells and do not have the memory problems often associated with NiCad cells Charging a NiMH Battery Pack The power supply allows you to power the SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pumps from an AC outlet or to charge any of the TSI NiMH battery packs The SIDEPAK has internal charging circuitry Connect the power supply to an AC outlet and plug the other end into the power port on the side of the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 23 Many power supplies look alike Make certain you are using the proper power supply for the SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 Using the w
30. ter 4 filter looks dirty and or discolored you will need to replace the internal filter Unscrew the two flathead screws on the inlet using a screwdriver Remove the filter and replace it with a new filter that comes with the pump service kit 801725 Make sure the filter sits properly in the groove of the inlet Attach the inlet to the pump case securely by tightening the two screws If it is difficult to tighten the screws the filter may not be seated properly on the inlet Place the filter properly and try again Maintenance 29 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting TSI recommends that you return your SIDEPAK Model SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pumps to the factory for annual service Regular factory authorized cleaning and testing helps ensure that your instrument is working properly has the latest updates and will provide reliable performance If you are having a problem with your SIDEPAK SP330 or SP350 use the information below in the Troubleshooting matrix to try and resolve it in the field If necessary contact TSI Incorporated or a local TSI distributor to arrange for service Contact information TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview MN 55126 USA Website www tsi com E mail answers tsi com The following table lists the symptoms possible causes and recommended solutions for common problems encountered with the SIDEPAK SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pumps Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Act
31. y be unacceptably short The AA battery pack opens into two pieces During normal operation the bottom half is designed to be mounted to the instrument while the top half is removed for replacement of the cells Attach the bottom half containing the battery holders to the SP330 or SP350 body first Slide it onto the SP330 or SP350 body until it is firmly seated and the screw hole lines up Fasten it to the body with one screw as shown below Chapter 2 Battery screw Install six AA size battery cells Make sure the cells are installed in the proper direction by matching the polarity markings on the cell holder with the markings on the battery cells Attach the battery cover by carefully placing it in the position shown Slide the cover forward and under the lip on the instrument Fasten it in place with two screws Setting Up 11 Replacing the Cells in the AA Battery Pack To replace the cells in the AA battery pack remove the battery pack cover Loosen the two screws about half way Slide the cover back until it is free of the screws then lift up and remove Remove the AA cells It may be helpful when removing the cells to gently pry up the positive end of the cells using the flat bladed screwdriver Using the Power Supply The power supply allows you to power the SIDEPAK pump from an AC wall outlet or to charge any of the TSI NiMH battery packs Connect the power supply to an AC wall outlet and plug the other end
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