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- Page 1 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000Ex User Manual V 2.1 _________ Part No 845221 www.ionscience.com...
- Page 2 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Page 1 of 52...
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Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Application of Quality Systems On behalf of Ion Science Ltd, I declare that, on the date this product accompanied by this declaration is placed on the market, the product conforms to all technical and regulatory requirements of the above listed directives. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
EMC Emissions and Immunity Statements Responsibility for use Warnings Caution . Quality Assurance Disposal Calibration Facility Ion Science Contact Details Introduction to PhoCheck+. Getting Started Packing List Removing PhoCheck+ from its case Setting alarm levels Setting date and time Selecting a gas . - Page 5 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Contents Page IonPC Software PC Requirements Installation Connection Starting . IonPC Software Features . Download data logged readings . File Calibration Data Gas Table (and setting alarm levels) Instrument Menu Set-up Settings.
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Page 6: Statements
PhoCheck+ instruments have many adjustable and selectable features allowing the detector to be used in a variety of ways. Ion Science Ltd can accept no responsibility for the incorrect adjustment of features that cause harm or damage to persons or property. -
Page 7: Quality Assurance
UK national standards. A PhoCheck+ Calibration Kit is available from Ion Science to al l ow a two-point calibration to be carried out in the field as a custom calibration. However Ion Science does recommend the annual return of all instruments for a yearly service and calibration. -
Page 8: Introduction To Phocheck
3000 etc). Also available is the option to upgrade to the FirstCheck+ multigas range of instruments upon return of your instrument to Ion Science. Please see page 48 for more details relating to upgrade options. PhoCheck+ has two principle modes of operation, Health & Safety and Survey mode. -
Page 9: Getting Started
To avoid drawing dust or particulate matter into the detector cell we suggest always fitting the filter with the Ion Science logo facing away from the instrument, therefore dust only collects on the same one side of the filter and is not inadvertently drawn into the instrument if the filter is attached the other way round. -
Page 10: Setting Alarm Levels
Please see page 23 for details on how to set the date and time. Selecting a gas from the inte rnal gas table PhoCheck+ instruments leave Ion Science pre-set for gas type TVOC (total volatile organic compounds). Instruments are factory calibrated against isobutylene and all response factors are equivalent to this. By changing the gas from the gas table all readings will be given using that gases response factor. -
Page 11: Instrument Functions
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Functions _____ Keypad function descriptions On/Off. To switch the PhoCheck+ instrument 'ON' - Press the 'ON/OFF' key. To switch the PhoCheck+ instrument 'OFF' - Ensure you are on the Display/Function Selection screen or a Display screen. -
Page 12: Function Locations
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Functions _____ Function locations Display/Function Selection (P 14) Application mode - View Data (P 17) H & S or Survey (P 25) Zone Maintenance (P 18) Data Log Memory Alarm... -
Page 13: How The Phocheck+ Menu Works
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Functions _____ How the PhoCheck+ Menu Works Once in the function menu with the function -symbol you require on the screen press the 'Enter' key to select it. (See Figure 1.) -
Page 14: Quick Reference
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Quick Reference _____ This quick reference indicates which functions are relevant to which instruments. 1 = PhoCheck+ 1000 2 = PhoCheck+ 2000 3 = PhoCheck+ 3000 5 = PhoCheck+ 5000 Display/Function Selection 1, 2, 3, &... - Page 15 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Quick Reference _____ Back-light 1, 2, 3 & 5 (Page 23) Allows the selection of back-light options. Date / Time 2, 3 & 5 (Page 23) Allows the adjustment of the date and time.
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Page 16: Instrument Displays
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Displays Display/Function Selection Screen The 'Display/Function Selection screen' is shown when the PhoCheck+ is switched on and can always be located by repeatedly pressing the 'Esc' (Escape) key. The 'Display/Function screen' allows the user to view detected gas levels in a variety of formats or to adjust the instruments functions and parameters. -
Page 17: Graph Screen
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Displays _____ Relat ive Background Zero Reference Absolute When in 'Survey' mode pressing the 'Zero' key alternates between 'Relative' and 'Absolute' modes. There is a constant level of detectable gas in ambient air, w hich is detectable with PhoCheck+. -
Page 18: Large Number Screen
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Displays Large Number Screen Enables the viewing of real time measurements in large numerical format for easy viewing in difficult conditions. Additional information such as alarm levels, battery status and a peak hold reading can be viewed by pressing and holding the ENTER key. -
Page 19: Instrument Menu
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu _____ General In the function menu use the Up and Down keys to find the function you require. To enter the function, press the Enter key. Data Logging, Zones & Files PhoCheck+ versions 2000, 3000 and 5000 automatically data log the instruments readings every second. -
Page 20: Zone Maintenance
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu _____ View Data (Continued) The Alarm Indicator dotted line is present on a graph to show that this is the exact point at which an alarm was set off. The instrument will continue to alarm until the alarm is acknowledged by the user by pressing the 'Enter' key, this is shown on the graph as a dashed line (Alarm acknowledgement). -
Page 21: Data Transfer
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu Zone Maintenance (Continued) Please note that when deleting a zone all data saved under this zo ne will be deleted. If you wish to keep the data ensure you download it to a PC before it is deleted. -
Page 22: Sound (Confidence Beep)
General description Due to the linear output of the Ion Science PID detector cell, PhoCheck+ instruments only require a two - point calibration. The PhoCheck+ scales its linear output across a 'Zero' lev e l (clean air reference) and the 'Span' (a user defined gas concentration). - Page 23 If performing a custom calibration using the Ion Science Calibration Kit accessory you will need you use the Cal Adaptor supplied with your PhoCheck+ in the Cal Kit sample box. WARNING: when fitting the Cal adaptor onto the gas tube (part of the Calibration kit) ensure that the small breather hole of the C al adaptor is not covered as this will cause the instruments internal pump to be damaged beyond repair.
- Page 24 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu Calibration (continued) 4. Refit the lamp and select Escape. 5. Scroll down and select the flashing ZERO 6. Remove the caps from both ends of the carbon canister included in the Cal Kit Sample supplied with your PhoCheck+, remove the probe and filter from the instrument and fit the carbon canister.
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Page 25: Back-Light
Please note that there may be other detectable gases present that may effect the measurement. WARNING: Ion Science Ltd makes every effort to ensure the gas tables held within the PhoCheck+ memory and supplied on CD are accurate at the time of manufacture. In critical applica t ions alarm levels must be checked, compared and adjusted to local legislation before use. -
Page 26: Pid Lamp
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu PID Gas Selection (continued) Custom offers a quick route to the last 10 selected gases. When selected, use the UP and DOWN keys to change the gas then press ENTER to select. -
Page 27: Application (Health & Safety)
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Instrument Menu Application - Health & Safety Mode (3 & 5) Modes of operation are selected to suit how the instrument is being used Health & Safety mode is used to check for... -
Page 28: Ionpc Software
Before connecting your PhoCheck+ to a PC for the first time confirm that the PC s IRDA works correctly with another devise. Installation of IonPC Software Insert Ion Science software CD into your CD rom drive The CD will automatically start up Click on the Download Software button The PhoCheck+ setup wizard will start. -
Page 29: Connection
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features __________ Connecting PhoCheck+ with a PC Switch on your PhoCheck+ instrument, enter the function menu and select the Data Transfer symbol by pressin g the enter key. When communicating with a computer the PhoCheck+ displays a ' ü' within the data transfer symbol. -
Page 30: Ionpc Software Features
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features IonPC software has many features allowing the transfer for data and function specifications to and from the instrument and the PC. Downloading data logged readings PhoCheck+ should always be presented to the IRDA port before the PhoCheck+ software is run. -
Page 31: File
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features File Allows the printing of files downloaded from your PhoC heck+ instrument. Calibration Refers to the 'Custom' calibration of PhoCheck+. Enables the download of calibration data from the instrument to a PC, the... -
Page 32: Data
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features Data Data logged information can be cleared from your instrument or downloaded from the instrument to your PC. Once downloaded to your PC files can be saved for future reference and exported as CSV files. -
Page 33: Instrument
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features Instrument Instrument details such as serial number and data logged memory used can be downloaded from your PhoCheck+ to your PC. Instrument upgrade allow the upgrade of your instrument to other PhoCheck+ variants once you have purchased the pass code from ISL. -
Page 34: Lamp
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features Lamp Enables the selection of different lamp types you may have purchased to use with your instrument. Application Enables the selection and de-selection of Health & Safety mode and the selection of ppm, ppb or mg/m . -
Page 35: Backlight
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Backlight Gives you the option of turning the back light on or off permanently or setting it on a timer after every key press. Clock Set the instruments clock and date for the purposes of data logging. -
Page 36: Zones
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IonPC Software Features Calibration The calibration settings can also be adjusted under the Menu Settings and it is the same layout as described on page 30. Once you have selected all of your settings you can either choose to 'Apply' them, which will download the information straight to the instrument and leave the screen open, or select OK, and they will be transferred to the instrument and the screen will close automatically. -
Page 37: Software Disclaimers
Ion Science Ltd have been advised of that pur pose. Furthe rmore Ion Science Ltd does not warrant , guarantee, or make any representation regarding the use, or the results of the use, of the SOFTWARE or written materials in terms of correctness, accuracy, reliability, current revision, or otherwise. - Page 38 No oral or written information or advice given by Ion Science Ltd, its dealers, distributors, agents or employees will create a warranty or in any way increase the scope of Ion Science Ltd obligations under this agreement, and you may not rely on any such informati o n or advice.
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Page 39: Batteries
For Intrinsic Safety of T4 rating and reduced risk of explosi o n you must only use Duracell Standard, Procell Alkaline, Zinc Carbon R6, R6B, R6PP or an ION SCIENCE APPROVED battery pack. DO NOT mix old / used batteries or batteries from different manufacturers. - Page 40 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Batteries Replacement of Non-rechargeable batteries 1. Ensure the PhoCheck+ is switched Off. 2. Using the battery cover removal tool provided, remove the battery cover at the rear of the instrument casing. This reveals a set of 4 x AA cells contained in a removable battery clip.
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Page 41: Diagnostics
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Diagnostics Basic faults or diagnostics are presented as symbols with a more detailed description of the fault indicated by the number in the top right hand corner of the display. Should a fault occur correct the issue and then press 'Enter' or 'Esc' to clear the fault message. - Page 42 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Diagnostics Sensor 1. Detector cell fuse failure If the error persists return the instrument to the manufacturer. 2. Contaminated detector cell If the PhoCheck+ is used without its filter or filters are not replaced on a regular basis, particles of dust or dirt can cause a range of effects.
- Page 43 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Diagnostics Clock The internal clock has failed. Return the instrument to the manufacturer. Delay This symbol will appear during the manual adjustment and selection of functions of the instrument. It indicates that data within the memory is being moved.
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Page 44: Maintenance
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Maintenance Keep the PID detector lamp window clean. Replace the sample filters on a regular basis. Frequency of cleaning the detector lamp and replacement of the filter depends on the type of gas being detected and the quality of the background air. - Page 45 1. The vial of cleaning compound contains Aluminium Oxide as a very fine power (CAS Number 1344 - 28- 1). A full material safety data sheet MSDS is available on request from Ion science ltd. The key issues are listed below: Hazard identification: ·...
- Page 46 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Maintenance Remove the residual powder with a clean cotton bud. Care must be taken not to touch the tips of cotton buds that are to be used to clean the lamps as this may contaminate them with finger oil.
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Page 47: Accessories
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Accessories Ion Science Ltd has developed an exclusive range of high quality accessories to compliment the PhoCheck+. Please see a selection of these below. Part Number Accessory Description A-830206 IS Protective Cover II 1 G EEx ia IIC T4/... -
Page 48: Is Protective Cover Instructions
Protective / Decontamination Cover General Description This unique accessory enhances the base intrinsically safe approval of Ion Science instruments, including FirstCheck and PhoCheck, from category 2 (Zone 1) to category 1 (Zone 0) classification. The cover also increases instrument's ingress protection rating to IP66 allowing the instruments to be used in applications where the instruments are likely to get wet such as arson in vestigation, emergency response and in heavy rainfall. - Page 49 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd IS Protective Cover __________ Fitting Instructions 1. Insert instrument into the IS protective cover ensuring that the probe tip exits through the small slit a t the top of the cover and that the cover labelling and stickers are on the reverse of the instrument.
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Page 50: Upgrade Options
O2, H2S, CO and L EL gas detection for the ultimate in gas detection. This upgrade will require the return of the i nstrument to Ion Science or an Ion Science approved service centre. Please do not hesitate to contact Ion Science if you require any more information or would like a quote. -
Page 51: Service Options
Service Options _____________ Ion Science is pleased to offer a number of service options on our PhoCheck+ product range. The options below allow you to choose the cover provided for your instrument that best suits your needs. At Ion Science we recommend t hat all of our gas detection instruments be returned for recalibration on an annual basis to ensure optimal performance. -
Page 52: Technical Specification
PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Technical Specifications ______ Detector Range Response Time* PID (VOC detector) 1 ppb - 10,000 ppm (5000Ex) T90 < 1 second 0.1 ppm 10,000 ppm (3000Ex) 0.1 ppm 4,000 ppm (1000Ex and 2000Ex) - Page 53 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Technical Specifications Expected lifetime of parts Batteries On the condition of normal use battery capacity will be reduced to approximately 70% after 250 full battery cycles or 1 year (whichever comes first).
- Page 54 PhoCheck+ 1, 2, 3 & 5000 Ex Ion Science Ltd Update Log Manual Version Amendment Date Updated Instrument Firmware PC Software PhoCheck+ V1.6 Ion Science recommends V1.24 keeping your PhoCheck fully charged at all times, in some circumstances batteries can loose power overtime while not in use.