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NEVER use any TAPI analyzer to sample combustible gas(es)! For Technical Assistance regarding the use and maintenance of this instrument or any other Teledyne API product, contact Teledyne API’s Technical Support Department: Telephone: 800-324-5190 Email: sda_techsupport@teledyne.com...
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Si vous utilisez cet instrument d’une autre manière que celle pour laquelle il a été prévu, l’instrument pourrait se comporter de façon imprévisible et entraîner des conséquences dangereuses. NE JAMAIS utiliser un analyseur de gaz pour échantillonner des gaz combustibles! 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
PRODUCT RETURN All units or components returned to Teledyne API should be properly packed for handling and returned freight prepaid to the nearest designated Service Center. After the repair, the equipment will be returned, freight prepaid.
ANUAL This user manual, part number 08354, provides instructions for the setup, installation, and operation of the T640 Real-time Continuous PM Monitor. Support manuals, such as electrostatic discharge (ESD) prevention and various communications, are available on the TAPI website http://www.teledyne-api.com under Product Manuals.
The Teledyne API Model T640 with 640X Option is a real-time, continuous particulate matter (PM) mass monitor that uses scattered light spectrometry for measurement. The T640 measures 2.5 PM, and the 640X Option measures 2.5, 10, and coarse PM. SPECIFICATIONS Table 1-1 presents the T640 PM Mass Monitor specifications.
As defined by the US EPA At constant temperature and pressure EPA DESIGNATION TAPI’s Model T640 PM Mass Monitor and its options are officially designated as US EPA Federal Equivalent Methods (FEMs) for determining compliance with particulate matter mass concentration National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
UNPACKING Verify that there is no apparent external shipping damage. If damage has occurred, please advise the shipper first, then contact Teledyne API. Included with your instrument is a printed record of the final performance characterization performed on your instrument at the factory.
LIST OF STANDARD ITEMS • Model T640 Instrument with power cord and Test Data Sheet: • SpanDust bottle with calibration certificate • Aerosol Sample Conditioner (ASC) Tube (~43” long) • Ambient Temperature Sensor Cable (25’) with radiation shield and mounting bracket •...
Figure 2-3 shows the front panel layout, which has the display screen, two USB ports for peripheral device connections: mouse and keyboard as alternatives to the touchscreen interface, or flash drive for uploads/downloads (devices not included). Figure 2-3. Front Panel Layout 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
REAR PANEL The rear panel shows fittings and connectors for the monitor’s functions as well as connectors for communication. Figure 2-4. T640 Rear Panel Figure 2-5. T640 with 640x Option Rear Panel 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
INTERNAL LAYOUT Below shows the main components and assemblies of the monitor. Figure 2-6. T640 Internal Layout, with 640x Option Components 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
(which goes into the inlet in this picture) that couples to the extension tube, making 46-in total above the instrument lid. T640 ASC = 43-in tall above the chassis lid. T640 Chassis = 7-in tall 640x: PM10 Inlet = 15.5-in tall...
3 meters for all communication connections. POWER CONNECTION Adhering to the warning messages previously introduced (Section 2.3), insert the power cord between the instrument’s AC power connector and a properly rated power outlet. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
IMPACT ON READINGS OR DATA The black inlet nozzle to the optical sensor is specific to the instrument and is not interchangeable with other T640 instruments. Use caution when handling and contact TAPI Tech Support if this piece is ever damaged as it could affect the instrument’s performance.
Figure 2-8. Inlet Nozzle Adapter for ASC Connection 2. Remove collar from lower flange of the instrument as shown: Figure 2-9. Collar for Lower Flange 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
5. Carefully place ASC over sample inlet making sure it properly seated by applying sufficient pressure to slide past the internal o-rings at the base of the inlet nozzle adapter. Be sure the ASC is oriented squarely, by using a plumb bob or level: 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Do not use thread locker. 7. Connect the ASC power and communications cable to the rear panel of the T640 labeled ASC Connector (or IADS Connector in some cases). 8. Locate the 25’ temperature sensor cable (15’ in some cases). Plug the ambient temperature probe connector into its respective rear panel electrical port.
Outdoor Enclosure or Walk-in Shelter. If performing testing in a laboratory, you can proceed with attaching the inlet. 2. For the T640, assemble the inlet and the ASC as depicted below (Figure 2-13. T640 Sample Head (5-LPM) and ASC Assembly).
3. For the T640 with 640x option, assemble the inlet parts together ensuring all connections fit snugly with no gaps. Figure 2-14. 640X Option Inlet and ASC Assembly Figure 2-15. Ambient Temperature Sensor Probe Installed into Radiation Shield 4. Route probe outside and insert into solar shield, ensuring solar shield maintains vertical orientation.
2. Drill a hole in the roof to accommodate the diameter of the 8’ extension sample line (5/8” OD for the T640, and 1” OD for the 640x). A second hole can be drilled to accommodate the ambient temperature sensor cable (1/4”) or it can be routed through a hole in a wall.
The following pictures demonstrate the steps of the installation: Figure 2-16. T640 Inlet Tube and Slip Coupler Assembly 7. For the 640x: a. At the top of the ASC, insert the 11” long (5/8” OD) upper inlet tube into the ASC.
Make sure the inlet is secure, i.e., that the collar holding it is not sliding. • Proper installation should have the inlet 2-m above the roof. T640: Figure 2-18. T640 Inlet and Sample Line Assembly 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Make sure the optical sensor nozzle and nozzle to ASC adapter are installed on the optical sensor. 3. Once the T640 is in the enclosure and lined up with the cord grip opening on the top of the enclosure, insert the ASC into the cord grip (from above) and slide it down gently until it inserts into the ASC support of the T640.
4. Plug the ASC connector into the proper fitting on the rear panel of the T640. 5. Connect the power cable and ambient temperature sensor at back of instrument. 6. Before sealing the cord grip, power up the instrument and make sure it is running properly 7.
Figure 2-24. Sample Home Screen with Orientation Figure 2-25 shows that pressing the gas name or its concentration value or a meter below displays a plot of the respective values. (Meters are selectable in HomeScreen, Section 3.2.1). 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
If not all test functions and values are displayed here, touch the configuration icon to insert additional functions into the Dashboard (Section 3.2.2 has more details). These functions can also be used as diagnostic tools for troubleshooting a performance problem. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
IMPORTANT IMPACT ON READINGS OR DATA Avoid using NIST-reference devices that cause a pulsation (i.e. BIOS) as these will disrupt the T640 flow control feedback system. Devices that create a constant and small pressure drop are preferred. Instructions for performing an optical sensor check and PMT adjustment are provided in Section 4.5.
To select, go to the Home Configuration page by touching the configuration button (shortcut) and following the onscreen instructions (see Figure 3-1). The Home page can also be configured through the Setup menu (Section 3.2.11). 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
The Dashboard page (Figure 3-2) shows an array of user-selected parameters and their values. If there is a graphing icon in the upper right corner of a parameter, pressing that parameter displays a plot. (See Section 3.2.9 for configuration instructions). Figure 3-2. Dashboard 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
UTILITIES>ALERTS LOG The Alerts Log (Figure 3-3) displays a history of Alerts (Section 3.2.3) that are triggered by factory-defined and user-defined Events (Section 3.2.8), such as warnings and alarms. Figure 3-3. Alerts Log 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
(Report tab) Figure 3-4. USB Utility Pages The Status field shows when an inserted flash drive has been detected, at which time firmware updates, configuration copying and DAS downloading can be carried out. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
When this feature is set to True (Setup>Vars>Periodically Check for Updates), the system will check every week for an update and trigger an Alert when an update is available, prompting the user to download the update 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Once it’s been determined that the firmware is new, the Install button will be enabled; if the firmware version on the 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
7. When the Status field indicates that the USB drive has been detected, press the “Upload Configuration to Instrument” Start button. When the Status field indicates that the upload is complete, remove the flash drive. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Report to Cloud), the report is generated every 24 hours to the Internet (the “cloud”) where it is available for viewing by Teledyne API technical support personnel. To download the report for your own viewing on a computer or to send to others, insert a flash drive into a front panel USB port and press the Download button, which is enabled when the instrument detects the flash drive.
Figure 3-11. Datalog Configuration, Existing Log CREATING A USER-DEFINED DATA LOG Figure 3-12. Creating a New Data Log 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
The Periodic trigger is a timer-based trigger that is used to log data at a specific time interval. Periodic Trigger requires an interval that is set to number of minutes and a start time that is set to date and time. Figure 3-13. Datalog Periodic Trigger Configuration 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
All DAS data captured • Only the data since last download operation • Only the data from a past date and time to the present • Only the data captured between specified dates and times 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
(Section 3.2.8.1) and editing them (Section 3.2.8.2). To view a list of Warnings and Event tags, press the Add button, and highlight a tag to view its description. Figure 3-16. Events Page 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
(the Event will be recorded whether. Check the Latching box to make it a Latching Event. To see a description of any tag, touch its name in the list that pops up after touching the Trigger Tag field. Figure 3-17. Event Configuration 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
To add a parameter for display in the Dashboard, make a selection from the “Available Tags” column and press the right-pointing button • To remove a parameter from the Dashboard, select a tag from the ”Dashboard” column and press the left-pointing button 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
The VARS configuration page allows selecting a Variable and pressing the Edit button to change its values or conditions. This page provides a description of each variable as it is selected/highlighted. Figure 3-20. VARS Configuration Page 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Home>Setup>Homescreen menu (Figure 3-21. Home Configuration thru Setup Menu) and follow the onscreen instructions. The Home Configuration page can also be accessed by shortcut ( ) in Home (see Section 3.2.1). Figure 3-21. Home Configuration thru Setup Menu 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Setup>Instrument>Display Settings menu. Figure 3-22. Touchscreen Calibration Page 1. Connect a mouse to either of the front panel USB ports. 2. Navigate with the pointer to Setup>Instrument>Display Settings. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
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8. If you press the CANCEL button, the calibration won’t be altered. Otherwise, press the ACCEPT button. If any difficulties with the display screen persist, contact TAPI Technical Support: sda_techsupport@teledyne.com / 800-324-5190 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Date/Time Settings; if the selected Time Zone is highlighted, then the change is set for taking effect after the instrument is restarted. Changes to date and/or time do not require a reboot. Figure 3-23. Date and Time Configuration Page 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Number of total particles in the Amplitude histogram Total number of particles in the Length distribution (32-bit IEEE 754 format; read in high-word, low-word order) Real-time PM10 concentration value Real-time PM2.5 concentration value 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
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5-LPM Flowmeter Calibration Slope 640x Bypass Flowmeter Calibration Slope Pressure Sensor Calibration Slope Setpoint for the sample RH Flow Setpoint for the optical sensor Setpoint for the 640x Option bypass flow RH sensor slope 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Internet. A string of numbers very similar to the Instrument IP address (e.g. 0.0.0.0 Default 192.168.76.1.) that is the address of the computer used by your LAN to Gateway access the Internet. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
The T640 has been provided with a “short temperature probe” for the purposes of operating flow calibrations as well as PMT checks inside indoor shelters. The purpose of this is for the ambient temperature measurement to match the flow device at the location of the flow standard.
This kit includes fittings for adapting your flow audit device to the sample tube for either the T640 or 640x option, and also contains a filter for running a “leak check”. A picture of the kit contents are shown below: Figure 4-1.
This setting exists in the VARS menu. 1. With the NIST-traceable pressure standard reference device operating and measuring the ambient pressure in the same room as the T640, navigate to the Pressure Cal menu (Calibration>Pressure Cal). 2. Compare the “Measured Pressure” in this screen to the Pressure Standard.
Plug in the “short ambient temperature probe” at the rear of the instrument in place of the normal ambient temperature probe This is so that the T640 and the flow standard are measuring the same temperature during the calibration process.
9. For the T640 with the 640X Option, leave the Bypass Tube disconnected and proceed to the bypass flow calibration procedure in Section 4.4. 10. For the T640 without the 640X Option, leave the Sample Inlet off and proceed to the PMT adjustment procedure in Section 4.5.
2. With the T640 running, go to the Calibration>Bypass Flow Cal menu. 3. Compare the “Measured Flow” in this screen to the Flow Standard.
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PMT response to particles with a specific and known refractive index. 1. Navigate to the PMT Adjust screen. 2. Remove the T640 sample inlet or the 640X Option sample inlet and press the Start button on this screen to suspend normal data acquisition and start this adjustment process.
LEAK CHECK Use this operation when a leak is suspected or when performing preventive maintenance. Please see Section 5.2.8 for performing this operation. Figure 4-6. Leak Check Menu 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Flow Rate Verification (see below) T640 Sample Flow: 5.0 LPM Monthly 5.2.5 +/- 5% of standard compared to current reading on T640; (e.g., 4.75 – 5.25 lpm if T640 reads 5.00). T640x Total Flow: 16.67 LPM Monthly 5.2.5 +/- 5% of standard compared to current reading on T640x.
The screws should be put back in to hand-tight pressure. 11. Reconnect sampling line. 12. Power up the pump from the Setup>Vars>Pump Control menu. This procedure should be repeated per the schedule in Table 5-1. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
14. Inspect and clean the water collector if any debris or water are present. 15. Check and, if needed, replace the O-rings located on the outside and the inside of the base plate, and grease them with vacuum grease. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Figure 5-3. Opening the Front Panel 3. Noting its orientation, remove the old DFU by detaching from the pneumatic quick-connect fittings, and replace with a new DFU matching the orientation. Figure 5-4. Internal DFU 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Setup>Vars>Pump Control menu. CHECKING PUMP PERFORMANCE There is one internal pump in the T640. In addition, the 640X Option has a separate external pump. The pump(s) and the valve (640X Option only) must maintain proper flow for measurement accuracy. Check their performance levels in the Dashboard (If these parameters are not found in the Dashboard, configure the Dashboard to add them;...
If you have decoupled the T640 from the sample line via the slip coupler and are making the flow measurements indoors, make sure to use the provided “short temperature probe” in place of the standard ambient temperature probe during the flow audit.
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3. Locate the optical cell nozzle, the cup at bottom of optics chamber and its tubing, and the Relative Humidity and Temperature (RH/T) sensor. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
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4. Remove optical cell nozzle from optics chamber, and remove cup, including its tubing, from optics chamber bottom; detach RH/T sensor tubing from the cup. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Figure 5-7. Maintenance: Final Dusting 7. Clean the optical cell nozzle using cotton swabs and canned air. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
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• Reconnect the flow sensor plugs to the front control board as well as any additional tubing that was unplugged (i.e. the pulsation dampener to the pump). 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
CHECKING FOR LEAKS The internal components of the T640 are not meant to be under strict vacuum as what would normally be done in a leak test. So, to avoid damage to internal components, it is recommended that the inlet never be capped (air tight) while the instrument pump is running.
3. Remove the sample line inlet and replace with the T640 leak check kit (084910000) or equivalent fitting with filter. 4. Within a few minutes, the PM values should be at zero; note the following: PM values remaining below 0.2ug/m3 indicate that there are no leaks.
PWM range (35% - 80%). After making any adjustments, run a flow calibration and recheck the flow rate. If problems persist, please contact Technical Support. CALIBRATION PROBLEMS Call our Technical Support Department for technical assistance. 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
Technical Support Forms. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION The Model T640 PM Mass Monitor is an optical aerosol spectrometer that converts optical measurements to mass measurements with sharp accuracy by determining sampled particle size via scattered light at the single particle level according to Lorenz-Mie Theory.
The flow stream is measured (main flow at 5 LPM for T640 and bypass at 11.67 for 640X Option), and a feedback loop triggers the pump drive voltage adjustments to maintain a constant flow (5 LPM in the T640, 16.67 LPM in the 640x Option).
PHONE: ______________________________ CONTACT NAME: ___________________________ FAX NO. SITE ADDRESS: MODEL TYPE: _______________ SERIAL NO.: _________________ FIRMWARE REVISION: Are there any failure messages? PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING TABLE FOR THE T640: PARAMETER RECORDED VALUE ACCEPTABLE VALUE Sample Flow 5.0LPM ±5% Sample Flow Slope 0.85 –...
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(list of various features and functions with editable settings) Homescreen Instrument Product Info System Info Network Settings Date/Time Settings NTP Time Settings Language Remote Update Comm TCP Port1 TCP Port2 Network Settings 08354B DCN7877 Teledyne API T640 PM Mass Monitor...
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