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ppbRAE 3000
User's Guide
Rev. C
August 2010
P/N 059-4021-000

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  • Page 1 3000 User’s Guide Rev. C August 2010 P/N 059-4021-000...
  • Page 2 The enclosed device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. © Copyright 2010 RAE Systems, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3000 User’s Guide Contents Read Before Operating ..............5 Special Notes..................6 Warnings ..................7 Standard Contents................9 General Information .................9 Physical Description...............11 Specifications .................11 Charging The Battery ..............14 Charging A Spare Rechargeable Battery .........15 Low Voltage Warning .............16 Clock Battery ................16 Data Protection While Power Is Off ........16 User Interface .................17...
  • Page 4 3000 User’s Guide Optional Accessories..............34 Standard Two-Point Calibration (Zero & Span) ......35 Entering Calibration..............35 Zero (Fresh Air) Calibration ............37 Span Calibration ..............39 Exiting Two-Point Calibration In Basic User Level....41 Three-Point Calibration ..............42 Span 2 Calibration ..............43 Exiting Three-Point Calibration..........46 Programming Mode................46...
  • Page 5 3000 User’s Guide Date..................69 Time ..................69 Duty Cycle ................70 Temperature Unit ..............71 Pump Speed ................71 Language..................72 Radio Power................72 Real Time Protocol ..............73 Power On Zero.................73 Unit ID ..................74 LCD Contrast................74 Hygiene Mode ................75 Basic User Level & Hygiene Mode..........76 Entering Search Mode From Hygiene Mode........78...
  • Page 6 3000 User’s Guide Ordering Replacement Parts...........96 Special Servicing Note ..............97 Troubleshooting................98 Technical Support................99 RAE Systems Contacts..............100 Controlled Part Of Manual ............103...

  • Page 7: Read Before Operating

    3000 User’s Guide Read Before Operating This manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using, maintaining, or servicing this product. The product will perform as designed only if it is used, maintained, and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s...

  • Page 8: Special Notes

    3000 User’s Guide Special Notes When the instrument is taken out of the transport case and turned on for the first time, there may be some residual organic or inorganic vapor trapped inside the detector chamber. The initial PID sensor reading may indicate a few ppm. Enter an area known to be free of any organic vapor and turn on the instrument.

  • Page 9: Warnings

    Read and understand instruction manual completely before operating or servicing. Use only RAE Systems battery packs, part numbers 059-3051-000, 059-3052-000, and 059-3054-000. This instrument has not been tested in an explosive gas/air atmosphere having an oxygen concentration greater than 21%.
  • Page 10 Ne pas melanger les anciennes et les nouvelles batteries, ou bien encore les batteries de differents fabriquants. La calibration de toute instruments de RAE Systems doivent être testé en exposant l’instrument a une concentration de gaz connue par une procédure diétalonnage avant de mettre en service l’instrument pour la première fois.

  • Page 11: Standard Contents

    3000 User’s Guide Standard Contents Instrument Calibration Kit Charging Cradle AC/DC Adapter Alkaline Battery Adapter Data Cable CD-ROM With User’s Guide, Quick Start Guide, and related materials General Information The compact instrument is designed as a broadband VOC gas monitor and datalogger for work in hazardous environments.
  • Page 12 3000 User’s Guide The instrument consists of a PID with associated microcomputer and electronic circuit. The unit is housed in a rugged case with a backlit LCD and 3 keys to provide easy user interface. It also has a built-in...

  • Page 13: Physical Description

    3000 User’s Guide Physical Description The main components of the portable VOC monitoring instrument include: Three keys for user to interact with the instrument: 3 • operation/programming keys for normal operation or programming LCD display with back light for direct readout and calculated •...
  • Page 14 10 to 2000 ppm: ±3% at calibration point. Accuracy (Isobutylene): Easy access to lamp and sensor for cleaning PID Detector: and replacement Over 200 VOC gases built in (based on RAE Correction Factors: Systems Technical Note TN-106) Two-point field calibration of zero and Calibration: standard reference gases...
  • Page 15 3000 User’s Guide IECEx CSA 10.0005 Ex ia IIC/IIB T4 Gb Complies with IEC 60079-0:2007, IEC 60079-11:2006 (IIC: 059-3051-000 Li-ion bat pack or 059-3054-000 NiMH bat pack; IIB: 059-3052-000 alkaline bat pack) Highly resistant to EMI/RFI. Compliant with EM Interference: EMC R&TTE (RF Modules)

  • Page 16: Charging The Battery

    3000 User’s Guide Charging The Battery Always fully charge the battery before using the instrument. The instrument’s Li-ion battery is charged by placing the instrument in its cradle. Contacts on the bottom of the instrument meet the cradle’s contacts, transferring power without other connections.

  • Page 17: Charging A Spare Rechargeable Battery

    Note: If you need to replace the Li-ion battery pack, replacements are available from RAE Systems. The part number is 059-3051-000. Note: An Alkaline Battery Adapter (part number 059-3052-000), which uses four AA alkaline batteries (Duracell MN1500), may be substituted for the Li-Ion battery.

  • Page 18: Low Voltage Warning

    Li-ion battery or alkaline batteries are removed. This backup battery should last approximately five years, and must be replaced by an authorized RAE Systems service technician. It is not user-replaceable. Data Protection While Power Is Off When the instrument is turned off, all the current real-time data including last measured values are erased.

  • Page 19: User Interface

    3000 User’s Guide User Interface The instrument’s user interface consists of the display, LEDs, an alarm transducer, and four keys. The keys are: MODE Flashlight on/off The LCD display provides visual feedback that includes the reading, time, battery condition, and other functions.
  • Page 20 3000 User’s Guide Three panes along the bottom of the display are “mapped” to the keys. These change as menus change, but at all times the left pane corresponds to the [Y/+] key, the center pane corresponds to the [MODE] key, and the right pane corresponds to the [N/-] key.

  • Page 21: Display

    3000 User’s Guide Display The display shows the following information: Graphic representation of concentration Graph plotted over time Tells the Correction Factor and type of Gas info calibration gas Concentration of gas as measured by the Reading instrument Indicates that calibration should be...

  • Page 22: Operating The Instrument

    1. With the instrument turned off, press and hold [MODE]. 2. When the display turns on, release the [MODE] key. The RAE Systems logo should appear first. (If the logo does not appear, there is likely a problem and you should contact your distributor or RAE Systems Technical Support.) The instrument is...

  • Page 23: Turning The Instrument Off

    3000 User’s Guide Turning The Instrument Off 1. Press and hold the Mode key for 3 seconds. A 5-second countdown to shutoff begins. 2. Once the countdown stops, the instrument is off. Release the Mode key. 3. When you see “Unit off...” release your finger from the [MODE] key.

  • Page 24: Calibration Status

    3000 User’s Guide During duty cycling (PID lamp cleaning), the display shows these icons in alternation: If there is a pump failure or obstruction that disrupts the pump, you will see this icon blinking on and off: If you see this blinking icon, consult the Troubleshooting section of this guide.

  • Page 25: Operating Modes

    3000 User’s Guide Operating Modes Your instrument operates in different modes, depending on the model and its factory default settings. In some cases, you can change modes using a password and using the instrument’s navigation. In other cases, you must use ProRAE Studio software.

  • Page 26: Basic User Level/Hygiene Mode (Default Settings)

    3000 User’s Guide Basic User Level/Hygiene Mode (Default Settings) The instrument is programmed to operate in Basic User Level/Hygiene Mode as its default. This gives you the most commonly needed features while requiring the fewest parameter adjustments. Pressing [N/-] steps you from one screen to the next, and eventually return to the main display.
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  • Page 28: Alarm Signals

    3000 User’s Guide After the instrument is turned on, it runs through the start-up menu. Then the message “Please apply zero gas…” is displayed. At this point, you can perform a zero air (fresh air) calibration. If the ambient air is clean, you can use that. Otherwise, use a cylinder of zero air.

  • Page 29: Alarm Signal Summary

    3000 User’s Guide Alarm Signal Summary Message Condition Alarm Signal HIGH Gas exceeds “High 3 beeps/flashes per second* Alarm” limit Gas exceeds 3 beeps/flashes per second* measurement range Gas exceeds electronics’ 3 beeps/flashes per second* maximum range Gas exceeds “Low 2 beeps/flashes per second* Alarm”...

  • Page 30: Preset Alarm Limits & Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Preset Alarm Limits & Calibration The instrument is factory calibrated with standard calibration gas, and is programmed with default alarm limits. Cal Gas unit High STEL Span (Isobutylene) ppbRAE 3000 Testing The Alarm You can test the alarm whenever the main (Reading) display is shown.

  • Page 31: Backlight

    3000 User’s Guide Backlight The LCD display is equipped with an LED backlight to assist in reading the display under poor lighting conditions. Datalogging During datalogging, the instrument displays a disk icon to indicate that datalogging is enabled. The instrument stores the measured gas concentration at the end of every sample period (when data logging is enabled).

  • Page 32: Auto/Manual/Snapshot Datalogging

    3000 User’s Guide Auto/Manual/Snapshot Datalogging The instrument has three datalog types: Default mode. Collects datalog information when the Auto instrument is sampling. Datalogging occurs only when the instrument’s Manual datalogging is manually started (see page 63 for details). Datalogs only during snapshot (single-event capture, Snapshot initiated by pressing [MODE]) sampling.

  • Page 33: Standard Kit & Accessories

    3000 User’s Guide Accessories The following accessories are included with the instrument: An AC Adapter (Battery Charger) • Alkaline battery adapter • External Filter • Organic Vapor Zeroing kit • Hard-case kits also include these accessories: Calibration adapter •...
  • Page 34 3000 User’s Guide the display. If there is a charging error, the LED glows red continuously. A completely discharged instrument can be charged to full capacity within 8 hours. Batteries drain slowly even if an instrument is off. Therefore, if the instrument has been in storage or has not been charged for several days or longer, check the charge before using it.
  • Page 35 3000 User’s Guide recharged. The internal charging circuit is designed to prevent damage to alkaline batteries and the charging circuit when alkaline batteries are installed inside the instrument. If you try to charge an alkaline batteries installed in the instrument, the instrument’s display will say, “Alkaline Battery,”...

  • Page 36: Optional Accessories

    3000 User’s Guide Optional Accessories Calibration Adapter The calibration adapter for the instrument is a simple 6-inch Tygon tubing with a metal adapter on one end. During calibration, simply insert the metal adapter into the regular gas inlet probe of the instrument and the tubing to the gas regulator on the gas bottle.

  • Page 37: Standard Two-Point Calibration (Zero & Span)

    3000 User’s Guide Standard Two-Point Calibration (Zero & Span) The following diagram shows the instrument’s calibrations in Basic/Hygiene mode.

  • Page 38: Entering Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Entering Calibration 1. Press and hold [MODE] and [N/-] until you see the Password screen. 2. In Basic User Level, you do not need a password to perform calibrations. Instead of inputting a password, enter calibration by pressing [MODE].

  • Page 39: Zero (Fresh Air) Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Zero (Fresh Air) Calibration This procedure determines the zero point of the sensor calibration curve. To perform a fresh air calibration, use the calibration adapter to connect the instrument to a “fresh” air source such as from a cylinder or Tedlar bag (optional accessory).
  • Page 40 3000 User’s Guide 3. Zero calibration starts a 30-second countdown and displays this message: Zeroing... During the zeroing process, the instrument performs the Zero calibration automatically and does not require any action on your part. Note: To abort the zeroing process at any time and proceed to Span calibration, press [N/-] at any time while zeroing is being performed.

  • Page 41: Span Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Span Calibration This procedure determines the second point of the sensor calibration curve for the sensor. A cylinder of standard reference gas (span gas) fitted with a 500 cc/min. flow-limiting regulator or a flow-matching regulator is the simplest way to perform this procedure. Choose the 500 cc/min.
  • Page 42 3000 User’s Guide 2. Press [Y/+] to initiate calibration. Note: You may press [MODE] if you decide that you do not want to initiate calibration. This will abort the span calibration and take you directly to the Calibration menu for Zero calibration.

  • Page 43: Exiting Two-Point Calibration In Basic User Level

    3000 User’s Guide Exiting Two-Point Calibration In Basic User Level When you are done performing calibrations, press [MODE], which corresponds with “Back” on the display. You will see the following message: Updating settings… The instrument updates its settings and then returns to the main...

  • Page 44: Three-Point Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Three-Point Calibration For enhanced accuracy, it is possible to perform a second Span calibration in addition to the Zero and Span calibrations outlined in the previous section. Your instrument first must be set to allow this third calibration.
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  • Page 46: Span 2 Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Span 2 Calibration A cylinder of standard reference gas (span gas) fitted with a 500 cc/min. flow-limiting regulator or a flow-matching regulator is the simplest way to perform this procedure. Note: This gas should be of a higher concentration than the gas used for Span 1 calibration.
  • Page 47 3000 User’s Guide 5. Press [Y/+] to initiate calibration. Note: You may press [MODE] if you decide that you do not want to initiate calibration. This will take you directly to the Calibration menu for Zero calibration. 6. Span calibration starts a 30-second countdown and displays this message: Calibrating...

  • Page 48: Exiting Three-Point Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Exiting Three-Point Calibration When you are done performing calibrations, press [MODE], which corresponds with “Back” on the display. You will see the following message: Updating settings… The instrument updates its settings and then returns to the main display.
  • Page 49 3000 User’s Guide Note: The default password is 0000. When you have successfully entered Programming Mode, you see this screen: Note: The password can only be changed by connecting the instrument to a PC running ProRAE Studio software. Follow the...

  • Page 50: Programming Mode Menus

    3000 User’s Guide The Calibration label is shown and its icon is highlighted, but you can press [N/-] to step from one programming menu to the next, with the name of the menu shown at the top of the display and the corresponding icon highlighted.
  • Page 51 3000 User’s Guide Calibration Measurement Alarm Datalog Monitor Setting Setup Zero Meas. Gas High Clear Op Mode Calibration Alarm Datalog Span Meas. Unit Interval Site ID Calibration Alarm STEL Data User ID Alarm Selection Datalog User Mode Alarm Type...
  • Page 52 3000 User’s Guide Once you enter Programming Mode, the LCD displays the first menu, Calibration. Each subsequent menu is accessed by pressing [N/-] repeatedly until the desired menu is displayed. To enter a sub-menu of a menu, press [Y/+].
  • Page 53 3000 User’s Guide The three keys perform the following functions in Programming Mode: Function in Programming Mode Exit menu when pressed momentarily or exit [MODE]: data entry mode Increase alphanumerical value for data entry or [Y/+]: confirm (yes) for a question Provides a “no”...

  • Page 54: Calibration

    3000 User’s Guide Calibration Two types of calibration are available: Zero (fresh air) and Span. Select Zero or Span Calibration by pressing [N/+]. Once your choice is highlighted, press [Y/+]. Zero Calibration The procedure for performing a zero calibration is covered on page...

  • Page 55: Measurement

    Ten. This ensures that there is no repetition. Gas Library is a library that consists of all the gases found in • RAE Systems’ Technical Note TN-106 (available online at www.raesystems.com). Custom Gases are gases with user-modified parameters. Using •...

  • Page 56: Meas. Unit

    3000 User’s Guide 3. Once you are in one of the categories, press [N/-] to scroll through its list of options and [Y/+] to select one. (If you press [MODE], you exit to the next submenu.) 4. Press [Y/+] to save your choice or [N/-] to undo your selection.

  • Page 57: Alarm Setting

    3000 User’s Guide Alarm Setting During each measurement period, the gas concentration is compared with the programmed alarm limits (gas concentration alarm limit settings: Low, High, TWA and STEL). If the concentration exceeds any of the preset limits, the loud buzzer and red flashing LED are activated immediately to warn of the alarm condition.

  • Page 58: High Alarm

    3000 User’s Guide High Alarm You can change the High Alarm limit value. The value is typically set by the instrument to match the value for the current calibration gas. It is expressed in parts per billion (ppb). Note: The default value depends on the measurement gas.

  • Page 59: Stel Alarm

    3000 User’s Guide When you have completed your selections, press [MODE]. You will see two choices: Save and Undo. You have the opportunity to register the new settings or to change your mind and revert to your previous settings.

  • Page 60: Twa Alarm

    3000 User’s Guide TWA Alarm You can change the TWA (time-weighted average) Alarm limit value. The value is typically set by the instrument to match the value for the calibration gas. It is expressed in parts per billion (ppb). Note: The default value depends on the measurement gas.

  • Page 61: Alarm Type

    3000 User’s Guide Alarm Type There are two selectable alarm types: When the alarm is triggered, you can Latched manually stop the alarm. The latched setting only controls alarms for High Alarm, Low Alarm, STEL Alarm, and TWA alarm.

  • Page 62: Buzzer & Light

    3000 User’s Guide Buzzer & Light The buzzer and light alarms can be programmed to be on or off individually or in combination. Your choices are: Both on • Light only • Buzzer only • Both off • 1. Press [N/-] to step from one option to the next.

  • Page 63: Clear Datalog

    3000 User’s Guide 1. Scroll through the Datalog sub-menu using the [N/-] key until the display shows the desired parameter to be changed: Clear Datalog Interval Data Selection Datalog Type 2. Press [Y/+] to make your selection. Exit by pressing [MODE] for Back.

  • Page 64: Data Selection

    3000 User’s Guide Repeat this process until all numbers are entered. When you have completed your selections, press [MODE]. You will see two choices: Save and Undo. You have the opportunity to register the new settings or to change your mind and revert to your previous settings.

  • Page 65: Datalog Type

    3000 User’s Guide Datalog Type The instrument has three datalog types: Default mode. Collects datalog information when the Auto instrument is sampling. Datalogging occurs only when the instrument’s Manual datalogging is manually started (see below for details). Datalogs only during single-event capture sampling.
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  • Page 67: Snapshot Datalog

    3000 User’s Guide Snapshot Datalog When the instrument is in Snapshot datalogging mode, it captures a single “snapshot” of the data at the moment of your choosing. Whenever the instrument is on and it is set to Snapshot, all you have to do is press [MODE] each time you want to capture a snapshot of the data at that instant.

  • Page 68: Site Id

    3000 User’s Guide The current mode is indicated by a dark circle within the circle in front of either Hygiene or Search. 1. Select Hygiene or Search by pressing [N/-]. The highlighting changes from one to the other each time you press [N/-].

  • Page 69: User Id

    3000 User’s Guide User ID Enter an 8-digit alphanumeric User ID in the programming mode. This User ID is included in the datalog report. 1. Press [Y/+] and the display shows the current User ID. Example: “RAE00001.” Note that the left-most digit flashes to indicate it is the selected one.

  • Page 70: User Mode

    3000 User’s Guide User Mode The instrument has two user modes: Basic users can only see and use a basic set of Basic functions. Advanced users can see all screens and perform all Advanced available functions. Note: The default value for User Mode is Basic.

  • Page 71: Date

    3000 User’s Guide Date The Date is expressed as Month/Day/Year, with two digits for each. 1. Press [Y/+] and the display shows the current date. Note that the left-most digit flashes to indicate it is selected. 2. Press [Y/+] to step through all 10 numerals (0 to 9).

  • Page 72: Duty Cycle

    3000 User’s Guide Press [N/-] to undo the change and move to the next sub- • menu. Duty Cycle The pump’s duty cycle is the ratio of its on time to off time. The duty cycle ranges from 50% to 100% (always on), and the period is 10 seconds.

  • Page 73: Temperature Unit

    3000 User’s Guide Temperature Unit The temperature display can be switched between Fahrenheit and Celsius units. 1. Press [N/-] to step from one option to the next. 2. Press [Y/+] to make your selection (the dark circle in the “radio button”...

  • Page 74: Language

    3000 User’s Guide Language English is the default language, but other languages can be selected for the instrument. 1. Press [N/-] to step from one option to the next. 2. Press [Y/+] to make your selection (the dark circle in the “radio button”...

  • Page 75: Real Time Protocol

    3000 User’s Guide Real Time Protocol Real Time Protocol is the setting for data transmission. The choices are: Point to multipoint. Data is transferred from the P2M (cable) instrument to multiple locations using a wired connection. Default data rate: 19200 bps.

  • Page 76: Unit Id

    3000 User’s Guide Unit ID This three-digit number keeps data separated by instrument when more than one instrument is used in a network. If multiple sensing units are attempting to communicate with the same Host, then the units must all have a different Unit ID.

  • Page 77: Hygiene Mode

    3000 User’s Guide Hygiene Mode The instrument usually operates in Hygiene Mode, which provides basic functionality. However, it is possible to operate it in a second mode called Search Mode. Here are the primary differences: Hygiene Mode: Automatic measurements, continuously running and datalogging, and calculates additional exposure values.

  • Page 78: Basic User Level & Hygiene Mode

    3000 User’s Guide Basic User Level & Hygiene Mode The default setting is navigated in the following way:...
  • Page 79 3000 User’s Guide Pressing [N/-] steps you from screen to screen. Options include clearing the Peak value and turning on the instrument’s PC Communications for data transfer to a PC.

  • Page 80: Entering Search Mode From Hygiene Mode

    3000 User’s Guide Entering Search Mode From Hygiene Mode In order to change the instrument’s operational mode from Hygiene Mode to Search Mode, you must enter the password-protected Programming Mode: 1. Hold [MODE] and [N/-] until you see the password screen.

  • Page 81: Optional Graphic Screen In Search Mode

    3000 User’s Guide 3. Press [MODE] when you want to register your selection to place the instrument in the selected mode. 4. Press [Y/+] to commit the change and exit to the Monitor Setup screen, or press [N/-] to Undo (exit to the Monitor Setup screen without changing the Mode).

  • Page 82: Advanced User Level (Search & Hygiene Mode)

    3000 User’s Guide Advanced User Level (Hygiene Mode Or Search Mode) The User Mode called Advanced User Level allows a greater number of parameters to be changed than Basic User Level. It can be used with either of the Operation Modes, Hygiene Mode or Search Mode.
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  • Page 84: Basic User Level & Search Mode

    3000 User’s Guide Basic User Level & Search Mode With the instrument in Operation Mode: Search Mode, enter User Mode and select Basic User Level (refer to the section called User Mode for instructions). When the instrument is in Search Mode, it only samples when you activate sampling.
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  • Page 86: Advanced User Level & Search Mode

    3000 User’s Guide Advanced User Level & Search Mode With the instrument in Operation Mode: Search Mode, enter User Mode and select Advanced User Level (refer to the section called Monitor Mode for instructions). Operation is similar to Basic User Level &...

  • Page 87: Diagnostic Mode

    3000 User’s Guide Diagnostic Mode IMPORTANT! Diagnostic Mode is designed for servicing and manufacturing, and therefore is not intended for everyday use, even by advanced users. It provides raw data from sensors and about settings, but only allows adjustment of pump stall parameters, which should only be changed by qualified personnel.

  • Page 88: Adjusting The Pump Stall Threshold

    3000 User’s Guide Adjusting The Pump Stall Threshold If the gas inlet is blocked but the pump does not shut down, or the pump shuts down too easily with a slight blockage, the pump stall threshold value may be set too high or too low.
  • Page 89 3000 User’s Guide number by 2. Use the [Y/+] or [N/-] key to increase or decrease the stall value to equal that number. Press the [MODE] key to exit this display. Exiting Diagnostic Mode You can exit Diagnostic Mode and go directly to Programming Mode or Monitor Mode as outlined above, or you can exit Diagnostic Mode completely.

  • Page 90: Transferring Data To & From A Computer

    3000 User’s Guide Transferring Data To & From A Computer Once you have connected your instrument cradle to the PC, you can can transfer data, including a download of the datalog to the computer and updates of firmware to the instrument (should this ever be necessary).

  • Page 91: Uploading Firmware To The Instrument From A Pc

    3000 User’s Guide Uploading Firmware To The instrument From A PC Uploading new firmware to your instrument requires connecting the instrument and PC. Follow these steps to make the connection: 1. Connect the data cable to the PC and the cradle.

  • Page 92: Maintenance

    3000 User’s Guide Maintenance The major maintenance items of the instrument are: Battery pack • Sensor module • PID lamp • Sampling pump • Inlet connectors and filters • Note: Maintenance should be performed by qualified personnel only. NOTE: The printed circuit board of the instrument is connected to the battery pack even if the power is turned off.

  • Page 93: Replacing The Li-Ion Battery

    3000 User’s Guide Replacing The Li-ion Battery 1. Turn off the instrument. 2. Located on the rear of the instrument is a battery tab. Slide it down to unlock the battery. 3. Remove the battery pack from the battery compartment by tilting it out.
  • Page 94 3000 User’s Guide To install the adapter in the instrument: 1. Remove the Li-ion battery pack from the battery compartment by sliding the tab and tilting out the battery. 2. Replace it with the alkaline battery adapter 3. Slide the tab back into place to secure the battery adapter.

  • Page 95: Pid Sensor & Lamp Cleaning/Replacement

    3000 User’s Guide PID Sensor & Lamp Cleaning/Replacement The sensor module is made of several components and is attached to the lamp-housing unit as shown below. Inlet Probe Assembly PN 023-3012-000 Sensor Cover Assembly O-ring, 35mm x 2mm Filter Fixer Porous Metal Filter Lamp 1/2"...

  • Page 96: Cleaning The Pid Sensor

    3000 User’s Guide Cleaning The PID Sensor Place the entire PID sensor module into GC grade methanol. It is highly recommended that an ultrasound bath to be used to clean the sensor for at least 15 minutes. Then dry the sensor thoroughly. Never touch the electrodes of the sensor by hand.

  • Page 97: Determining The Lamp Type

    3000 User’s Guide Determining The Lamp Type The monitor can accommodate three lamp values: 10.6eV (standard), 9.8eV, and 11.7eV. The monitor automatically reads a marking on the side of the lamp to set the proper Correction Factor. There are two...

  • Page 98: Sampling Pump

    Never use solvents or cleaners. Ordering Replacement Parts If you need replacement parts, contact your local RAE Systems distributor. A list is available online: http://www.raesystems.com In the U.S., you can order sensors, replacement batteries, and other accessories online at: http://istore.raesystems.com/...

  • Page 99: Special Servicing Note

    3000 User’s Guide Special Servicing Note If the instrument needs to be serviced, contact either: 1. The RAE Systems distributor from whom the instrument was purchased; they will return the instrument on your behalf. 2. The RAE Systems Technical Service Department. Before...

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting

    3000 User’s Guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reasons & Solutions Cannot turn on power Discharged battery. Reasons: after charging the Defective battery. battery Charge or replace battery. Solutions: Lost password Call Technical Support at +1 Solutions: 408-752-0723 or toll-free at...

  • Page 101: Technical Support

    Turn the unit off and back Solutions: Replace UV lamp Technical Support To contact RAE Systems Technical Support Team: Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 5:00PM Pacific (US) Time Phone (toll-free): +1 888-723-4800 Phone: +1 408-952-8461 Email: tech@raesystems.com Life-critical after-hours support is available:...

  • Page 102: Rae Systems Contacts

    3000 User’s Guide RAE Systems Contacts RAE Systems World Headquarters 3775 N. First St. San Jose, CA 95134-1708 USA Phone: +1 408.952.8200 Fax: +1 408.952.8480 E-mail: customerserv@raesystems.com Web Site: www.raesystems.com RAE Systems Technical Support Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 5:00PM Pacific Time Phone: +1.408.952.8461...
  • Page 103 3000 User’s Guide RAE Systems UK Ltd D5 Culham Innovation Centre Culham Science Centre Abingdon, Oxon OX14 3DB United Kingdom Phone: +44 1865408368 Fax: +44 1235531119 Mobile: +44 7841362693 raeuk@raeeurope.com Email: RAE Systems France 336, rue de la fée des eaux...
  • Page 104 3000 User’s Guide RAE Middle East Lot 7, Ground Floor, Office 19 Jebel Ali Free Zone Dubai United Arab Emirates Phone: +971 4 887 5562 Fax: +971 4 887 5563 Email: mesales@raesystems.com RAE Systems (Hong Kong) Ltd. Room 8, 6/F, Hong Leong Plaza 33 Lok Yip Road Fanling, N.T, Hong Kong...

  • Page 105: Controlled Part Of Manual

    3000 User’s Guide Controlled Part Of Manual Intrinsic Safety: US and Canada: Class I, Division 1, Groups A,B,C,D T4 Europe: ATEX (0575 Ex II 2G Ex ia IIC/IIB T4 Gb) KEMA 07 ATEX 0127 Complies with EN60079-0:2009, EN60079-11:2007 IECEx CSA 10.0005 Ex ia IIC/IIB T4 Gb Complies with IEC 60079-0:2007, IEC 60079-11:2006 -20º...
  • Page 106 3000 User’s Guide Note: You must hold your finger on the key for the entire shutoff process. If you remove your finger from the key during the countdown, the shutoff operation is canceled and the instrument continues normal operation.
  • Page 107 3000 User’s Guide Alarm Signals During each measurement period, the gas concentration is compared with the programmed alarm limits (gas concentration alarm limit settings). If the concentration exceeds any of the preset limits, the loud buzzer and red flashing LED are activated immediately to warn you of the alarm condition.
  • Page 108 3000 User’s Guide Battery Low battery 1 flash, 1 beep per minute icon plus battery icon flashes on flashes display Calibration failed, or 1 beep/flash per second needs calibration Gas reading measures 1 beep/flash per second less than number stored in calibration Preset Alarm Limits &...
  • Page 109 3000 User’s Guide Charging The Battery Always fully charge the battery before using the instrument. The instrument’s Li-ion/NiMH battery is charged by placing the instrument in its cradle. Contacts on the bottom of the instrument meet the cradle’s contacts, transferring power without other connections.
  • Page 110 This long-life battery keeps settings in memory from being lost whenever the Li-ion, NiMH, or alkaline batteries are removed. This backup battery should last approximately five years, and must be replaced by an authorized RAE Systems service technician. It is not user-replaceable.
  • Page 111 3000 User’s Guide WARNING To reduce the risk of ignition of hazardous atmospheres, recharge battery only in area known to be non-hazardous. Remove and replace battery only in an area known to be non-hazardous. Replacing Rechargeable Li-Ion or NiMH...
  • Page 112 3000 User’s Guide Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reasons & Solutions Cannot turn on power Discharged battery. Reasons: after charging the Defective battery. battery Charge or replace battery. Solutions: Lost password Call Technical Support at Solutions: +1 408-752-0723 or toll- free at...
  • Page 113 3000 User’s Guide Inlet flow too low Pump diaphragm damaged Reasons: or has debris. Flow path leaks. Check flow path for leaks; Solutions: sensor module O-ring, tube connectors, Teflon tube compression fitting. Call Technical Support at +1 408-752-0723 or toll-free at +1 888-723-4800 “Lamp”...
  • Page 115 Web Site: www.raesystems.com RAE Systems Europe Kristinehøj 23A, Boulevard 69, DK-2770 Kastrup • Denmark Tel: +45.8652.5155 • Fax: +45.8652.5177 RAE Systems (Hong Kong) Ltd. Units 1516-18, 15/F, Delta House, 3 On Yiu Street Shatin, N.T. Hong Kong Web: www.raesystems.cn • Email: asiasales@raesystems.com Phone: +852.2669.0828...

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