TSI Instruments QUESTemp 32 User Manual
TSI Instruments QUESTemp 32 User Manual

TSI Instruments QUESTemp 32 User Manual

Heat stress monitor

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Housing ............. 11 Up and Running ..........1 Size ..............11 Check Wick and Fill Natural Wet Bulb ....1 Weight ............... 11 Measurements ..........2 Sensor Types ........... 11 QUESTemp32 ..........2 Accuracy ............11 Wet Bulb Globe Temperature ......
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  • Page 5: Up And Running

    Check Wick and Fill Natural Wet Bulb The QUESTemp 32 uses a cotton wick immersed into a reservoir containing distilled water. DO NOT use ordinary tap water, as the contaminants that are left behind after evaporation will shorten the life of the wick and cause high readings. If the wick is discolored, it should be replaced.
  • Page 6: Measurements

    Measurements Measurements QUESTemp32 Measurements QUESTemp32 The QUESTemp32 portable area heat stress monitor computes the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT). The WBGT is an accepted measurement for determining the heat stress level imposed on an individual in a given environment. The QUESTemp32 measures three parameters: ambient or dry bulb temperature (DB), natural wet bulb temperature (WB), and globe temperature (G).
  • Page 7: Heat Index / Humidex

    Measurements Heat Index / Humidex Heat Index / Humidex The Heat Index is determined using the dry bulb temperature and relative humidity. Based upon charts available from the U.S. National Weather Service, Heat Index represents how an average person feels relative to climate conditions. For a constant temperature, if the humidity rises, so does the heat index.
  • Page 8: Keypad Operation

    Keypad Keypad Operation Heat Index / Humidex Operation Keypad Operation The unit operates using a membrane keypad with four keys. The I/O ENTER key responds when the key is released while all other keys respond when the key is pressed. Keys Explanation I/O Enter key...
  • Page 9 Displayed Items Heat Index / Humidex The following measurements can be accessed on the display: 80.5º F  1 Screen 1: WET (Wet bulb) DRY (Dry bulb) 92.2º F GLOBE 92.4.º F  1 Screen 2: GLOBE WBGTi 84.1 º F ...
  • Page 10: Placement For Monitoring/Testing

    Placement for Monitoring/Testing Placement Natural Wet Bulb Thermometer Placement for Monitoring/Testing The QUESTemp° 32 should be placed at a height of 3.5 feet (1.1 m) for standing individuals or 2 feet (.6 m) for seated individuals. Tripod mounting is recommended to get the unit away from anything that might block radiant heat or air flow.
  • Page 11: Dry Bulb Thermometer

    Sensors Dry Bulb Thermometer Dry Bulb Thermometer The dry bulb thermometer measures the ambient air temperature. This measurement is used in the outdoor WBGT calculation when a high solar radiant heat load may be present. The series of white plates surrounding the sensor shield it from radiant heat. Relative Humidity Sensor A relative humidity sensor is located in a compartment inside of the sensor bar housing.
  • Page 12: Remote, Sensors 2 And 3

    Remote, Remote, Sensors 2 and 3 Tri-Sensor Weighted Average Sensors 2 & 3 Remote, Sensors 2 and 3 The top sensor bar (sensor 1) may be removed from the instrument and used through a remote cable. Shelter the instrument and remote the sensor bar if the measured environment is expecting heavy rain or if temperatures are above 60C.
  • Page 13: Power Options

    9-V Alkaline Battery Replacement Power Options There are 3 options for powering the QUESTemp 32: a 9-volt alkaline battery, a NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable 6-cell battery pack, and an AC adapter. A door on the back of the unit allows the user access to the 9-volt battery. The rechargeable battery pack is located inside of the unit.
  • Page 14: Nimh Battery Pack

    Battery Pack Power Options NiMH Battery Pack NiMH Battery Pack WARNING : Recharge batteries only in a non-hazardous environment. The NiMH rechargeable battery pack is charged in the instrument using TSI’s AC adapter #015-910. A discharged battery pack requires an “overnight” charge of 16 hours.
  • Page 15: Appendix A: Specifications

    Appendix A Appendix A: Specifications Appendix A: Specifications Measurements  Globe, dry bulb, wet bulb, WBGTin, WBGTout, WBGT weighted average (if 3 sensor sets), relative humidity, Heat Index, Humidex.  Temperatures given in Celsius or Fahrenheit. Languages  English, French, Spanish, Italian, German. Housing ...
  • Page 16: Power Options

    Appendix A: Specifications Power Options  9V alkaline, 7.2V NiMH rechargeable pack (charged in the unit), or AC adapter wall power cube (AC adaptor will operate the unit or recharge the NiMH battery pack). Battery Life  9V alkaline: 140 hours ...
  • Page 17: Appendix B: Heat Exposures Tables

    Appendix B: Heat Exposures Tables Appendix B Appendix B: Heat Exposures Tables ACGIH Screening Criteria for Heat Stress Exposure. WBGT values in C.  NOTE: According to the ACGIH’s guidelines, the temperature values represent a work and rest process which is explained in the standards. Refer to the ACGIH TLV’s and BEIs for specific details.
  • Page 18: United States Navy

    Appendix B: Heat Exposures Tables United States Navy Physiological Heat Exposure Limits (PHEL) Time Table (Without the presence of fuel combustion gases/fuel vapors) is displayed on the following page. The recommended working hours are shown based on a maximum of eight hours. Naval personnel will follow a category, I - VI, based upon their function.
  • Page 19 Appendix B: Heat Exposures Tables WBGT(F) 106.0 1:35 1:25 1:10 0:55 0:45 0:30 107.0 1:30 1:15 1:05 0:50 0:40 0:25 108.0 1:20 1:10 1:00 0:50 0:35 0:25 109.0 1:15 1:05 0:55 0:45 0:35 0:25 110.0 1:10 1:00 0:50 0:40 0:30 0:20 111.0 1:05...
  • Page 20: Electrical Power Research Institute (Epri)

    Appendix B: Heat Exposures Tables Electrical power research institute (EPRI) The recommended working hours are shown based on a maximum of four hours. A time of 4:01 indicates greater than 4 hours. WBGT°C Light Moderate Heavy 4:01 4:01 3:00 4:01 4:00 2:00 4:01...
  • Page 21: Appendix B: Accessories

    Appendix B: Appendix B: Accessories Accessories Appendix B: Accessories Sensor array with 2-inch globe ......056-795 Sensor array with 6-inch globe ......056-780 6-foot shielded remote sensor cable ....053-924 25-foot shielded remote sensor cable ....053-925 100-foot shielded remote sensor cable .... 053-926 200-foot shielded remote sensor cable ....
  • Page 22: Contact/Service Information

    Material Authorization, or contact Customer Service. North America and Asia Pacific Europe, Middle East, and Africa TSI Incorporated 1060 Corporate Center Drive TSI Instruments Ltd. Oconomowoc, WI 53006-4828 Stirling Road Cressex Business Park High Wycombe, Bucks HP12 3ST United Kingdom Telephone: 1-800-680-1220 (USA);...
  • Page 23: Returning For Service

    Contact/Service information Returning for Service Visit our website at http://rma.tsi.com and complete the on-line “Return Merchandise Authorization” form or call TSI at 1-800-680-1220 (USA) or (651) 490-2860, or 001 651 490 2860 (International) for specific return instructions. Customer Service will need the following information: ...
  • Page 24: Warranty

    Warranty Warranty (For country-specific terms and conditions outside of the USA, please visit www.tsi.com.) Seller warrants the goods, excluding software, sold hereunder, under normal use and service as described in the operator's manual, to be free from defects in workmanship and material for 12 months, or if less, the length of time specified in the operator's manual, from the date of shipment to the customer.
  • Page 25 TSI Incorporated – Visit our website www.tsi.com for more information. Tel: +1 800 874 2811 India Tel: +91 80 67877200 Tel: +44 149 4 459200 China Tel: +86 10 8219 7688 France Tel: +33 1 41 19 21 99 Singapore Tel: +65 6595 6388 Germany Tel: +49 241 523030...

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