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Summary of Contents for SKC 224-50MH
- Page 1 Sidekick Air Sampling Pump Operating Instructions This manual covers the following models: 224-50MH, 224-51MTX, 224-52MTX...
- Page 2 Date of Purchase SKC recommends a minimum service interval of one year for this product. The first service is due one year from the date of purchase, and then at yearly intervals on this date. However, it is the responsibility of the user to perform a risk assessment to determine the necessary frequency of servicing that is required.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Intrinsic Safety Information ..........................2 Specifications ..............................4 General Information ............................8 Diagram of the Sidekick Pump........................10 Getting Started ............................12 Low Flow Sampling .............................16 Troubleshooting ............................18 Care of the Battery Pack ..........................20 Sidekick Pump Components ........................22 Sidekick Pump Replacement Parts ......................23 Sidekick Pump Accessories .........................24 Intrinsic Safety Certification ..........................26 Warranty Information ...........................30 www.skcltd.com... -
Page 4: Intrinsic Safety Information
If you are unsure as to whether the Sidekick pump you have purchased is suitable for your environment, check with your site manager or responsible person BEFORE USE that the intrinsic safety rating on the product meets your site requirements. SKC personnel are unable to recommend the appropriate safety rating for your site. - Page 5 Blank Page www.skcltd.com 224-SMTXM Issue K Page 3...
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Page 6: Specifications
Specifications All models 79.5mm 57mm • Weight: 224-50MH - 465 g 224-51MTX & 224-52MTX - 575 g • Enclosure rating: IP20 • Flow range: 750 - 3000 ml/min (constant flow operation) 5 - 500 ml/min with adapter (constant pressure operation) • Flow control: ±5% set point constant flow... - Page 7 Timer freeze and run time retention on low battery and flow fault shutdown Note: SKC Limited reserve the right to make changes to the specification and design of this product at any time without prior notice to the end user.
- Page 8 Pump Features All Models SKC offer two battery charger options for the Sidekick series pumps, a single charger (Part No. 223-203A) and a five station charger (Part No. 223-103A). Both charger models provide optimum charging of the NiMH battery packs...
- Page 9 Specifications Pump Features 224-50MH & 224-51MTX Only LED run indicator LED run indicator gives clear visual indication that pump is running. 224-52MTX Only LCD screen indicates elapsed sample run time in minutes up to 999 minutes. LCD screen Also displays low battery condition and flow fault condition. Elapsed sample time is retained on screen in the event of low battery or flow fault shutdown.
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Page 10: General Information
Deluxe pump with simple on/off control and elapsed time display. Intrinsically safe model. 2) Care of Sidekick Series Pumps • Always use the correct SKC batteries and battery chargers designated for the Sidekick series pumps. • Never run the pump long term without a tube or filter medium in place. - Page 11 This instruction manual provides the necessary information to set up and operate the Sidekick series pumps. For more detailed information on specific sampling methods please refer to SKC’s Step-By-Step Guide to Air Sampling (Part No. 224-G1). To obtain a free copy please contact SKC Ltd customer services on +44 (0) 1258 480188 or download at www. skcltd.com.
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Page 12: Diagram Of The Sidekick Pump
Diagram of the Sidekick Pump 224-50MH & 224-51MTX 224-52MTX Page 10 224-SMTXM Issue K www.skcltd.com... - Page 13 Key to Pump Diagram 1. LCD screen 9. Battery pack charging jack socket 2. On/Off switch / start button 10. Battery pack locking screws 3. Flow adjust control screw 11. Battery release buttons 4. LED run indicator 12. Pump unit 5.
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Page 14: Getting Started
1) Charging the Battery Pack Prior to first use the battery pack should be fully charged, ideally overnight. The Sidekick series pumps must only be charged using the correct SKC chargers (Part Nos. 223-203A - single charger, 223-103A - five station charger). - Page 15 Use the small bladed screwdriver attachment of the supplied toolkit to turn the flow adjust screw. To increase the flow rate turn clockwise. The span of the flow adjust screw is 12 turns on 224-50MH & 224-51MTX models, and 15 turns on 224-52MTX models. DO NOT FORCE the flow adjust screw, and make sure the screwdriver end is securely located in the adjuster screw slot.
- Page 16 Getting Started 8) Elapsed Run Time Display When the pump is started using the on/off switch the elapsed run time display on the LCD screen will reset to ‘000’ and then increment in one minute steps up to ‘999’. Above ‘999’ the display alternates displaying the first two digits of the elapsed run time and the last three digits.
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Page 18: Low Flow Sampling
Low Flow Sampling The standard compensated flow range of the Sidekick series pumps is 750 to 3000 ml/min. To operate at flows in the range 5 to 500 ml/min an optional low flow adapter / tube holder and a constant pressure controller (CPC) are required. - Page 19 Low Flow Sampling Connect the CPC to the pump inlet hosetail - the short length of tubing supplied connected to the CPC is connected to the pump hosetail. Ensure that the CPC is connected correctly, the side of the CPC with the label should be pointing away from the pump.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Possible Fault Corrective Action • Check the battery charger by trying it with a different battery pack. Replace the battery charger if required. Battery pack will not charge • Check the battery pack by connecting it to a known good battery charger. - Page 21 Troubleshooting Possible Fault Corrective Action • Battery pack not fully charged before starting sample run. Ensure battery pack is fully charged before starting a sample run. Pump stops due to low battery • Battery pack has reduced capacity as it nears end of life. Replace the before the end of the required battery pack.
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Page 22: Care Of The Battery Pack
• Full battery capacity will be acheived after 2 to 3 full charge / full discharge cycles. • Use only SKC approved charger designated for this battery pack. Use of a non-SKC approved charger may impair battery performance or even cause irrepairable damage, and will invalidate the battery pack warranty. - Page 23 This means that they must be collected and treated separately from other waste. • Please ensure that any end-of-life SKC battery packs are collected and recycled or disposed of correctly. www.skcltd.com...
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Page 24: Sidekick Pump Components
Sidekick Pump Components Page 22 224-SMTXM Issue K www.skcltd.com... -
Page 25: Sidekick Pump Replacement Parts
Yoke / diaphragm assembly P2129B SKC recommend that our air sampling pumps are regularly serviced by one of our Authorised Service Centres. Due to the safety implications associated with the incorrect repair of ATEX certified intrinsically safe products for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, it is our policy to only supply the complete range of replacement parts to our Authorised Service Centres who are trained in the service and repair of these products. -
Page 26: Sidekick Pump Accessories
Sidekick Pump Accessories Part No. Description Key Accessories 223-203A Single battery charger 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz supply with UK/EU/US/AUS mains plugs 223-103A Five station battery charger 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz supply with UK/EU/US/AUS mains plugs 223-300B Battery eliminator 230V ~ 50Hz supply with EU 2 pin mains plug 223-300C Battery eliminator 230V ~ 50Hz supply with UK 3 pin mains plug 375-00205... - Page 27 800-01200 Tube tip breaker If the required item is not listed, contact your supplier or SKC sales on +44 (0) 1258 480188. SKC provide an extensive range of sampling media, including filters, sorbent tubes and impingers. The full range can be found in the current SKC catalogue and at www.skcltd.com www.skcltd.com...
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Page 28: Intrinsic Safety Certification
Intrinsic Safety Certification Page 26 224-SMTXM Issue K www.skcltd.com... - Page 29 Intrinsic Safety Certification www.skcltd.com 224-SMTXM Issue K Page 27...
- Page 30 Intrinsic Safety Certification Page 28 224-SMTXM Issue K www.skcltd.com...
- Page 31 Intrinsic Safety Certification www.skcltd.com 224-SMTXM Issue K Page 29...
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Page 32: Warranty Information
This warranty DOES NOT cover any claims due to abuse, misuse, neglect, alteration, or accident, or use in application for which the instrument was either not designed or not approved by SKC, or, due to the buyer’s failure to maintain normal maintenance, improper selection or misapplication. The warranty also DOES NOT cover any claims due to the use of a non-SKC approved charger to charge the battery pack. - Page 33 The remedy will consist of service or replacement of the instrument, or refund of the purchase price, at the option of SKC. However, SKC will not elect refund unless it is unable to provide replacement and repair is not commercially practicable.
- Page 34 Notes Page 32 224-SMTXM Issue K www.skcltd.com...
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- Page 36 A member of the SKC global group of companies SKC Limited 11 Sunrise Park, Higher Shaftesbury Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 8ST United Kingdom T: +44 (0) 1258 480188 F: +44 (0) 1258 480184 E: info@skcltd.com W: www.skcltd.com...
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