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Piezobalance Dust Monitor MODEL 3522 Operation Manual PIEZOBALANCE DUST MONITOR MODEL3522 Read this manual carefully and understand the warnings before operating the instrument. Keep this manual handy for future reference. 01001 08 .11...
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Important Safety Information Types and definitions of warning signs used in this operation manual are shown below. Danger: To prevent serious injury or death. Items under this heading show measures to prevent serious injury or death, which may result if the instructions in this manual are not observed and the instrument is operated inappropriately.
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Caution * Do not drop or hit the instrument. …… Dropping or hitting the instrument may cause damage or malfunction. * Never disassemble, modify or repair the instrument . …… Failure to observe the above may cause short circuit and malfunction. * Do not clog the impactor inlet with a dirty hand.
Table of Contents 1. Part Names and Functions ..................1 1.1 Part Names........................1 1.2 LCD Screen ........................2 1.3 Operation Keys ........................ 2 2. Battery Indicator......................3 3. Battery Charge ......................4 3.1 AC/DC Adapter........................ 4 3.2 Battery Charging Display ....................4 4.
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10. Troubleshooting....................23 11. Warranty and After-sales Service ...............24 12. Contact Information ....................25...
1.2 LCD Screen a. Date & Time: Indicates current date & time. b. Sampling Time: Sampling time can be quick set to either 24s or 120s or custom set from 1-60min. c. Data Record: Indicates current number of data records (Max.500). When measurement is complete, “STORE”...
2. Battery Indicator Remaining battery life displays while the instrument is powered on. The battery indicator changes as shown below. Automatic Requires Battery indicator Full Half power off recharge flashes The battery indicator flashes when the battery voltage drops below 9.3V. The battery must be charged immediately to continue a measurement.
3. Battery Charge 3.1 AC/DC Adapter For prolonged measurements, the instrument should be powered using the supplied AC/DC adapter where AC100-240V power is available. Insert the adapter jack into the adapter socket of the instrument first, and then to a power outlet. Adapter jack Adapter Adapter...
4. Parts Installation and Measurement Preparation 4.1 Removal and Installation of Rechargeable Battery Pack 1) Press the rechargeable battery pack release, and slide the battery pack along the guiding groove away from the release as shown below. Battery pack release Rechargeable battery pack Guiding groove 2) Align the tabs on the rechargeable battery pack with the slots in the guiding groove and lift the...
4.2 Removal and Installation of Cleaning Device 1) Hold the cleaning device, and slide the lock away from the cleaning device as shown below. Cleaning device Cleaning device lock Rechargeable battery pack 2) After the lock is released, remove the cleaning device by holding the front end. Front end of the cleaning device 3) To install the cleaning device, place the rear end of the cleaning device onto the battery pack...
4.3 Confirming the Sensor Condition When the instrument is powered on, the screen below will display with a flashing “WAIT” message in the operating status field. After approx. 10 seconds the sensor will stabilize and the “WAIT” message will stop flashing. The measurable range of the sensor can be confirmed by the bar indicator and the frequency displayed on the screen.
4.4 Cleaning the Sponge Preparation Before Cleaning 1) The sponge on the cleaning device must be moistened before use. If the sponge is unclean or stained, put the cleaning device into a vessel filled with clean water with a few drops of neutral detergent, and leave it for a few minutes (this is not necessary for a new product).
4.5 Cleaning the Sensor First, confirm that the high voltage is turned OFF. Then align the front end of the cleaning device with the cleaning port, and slowly insert the cleaning device with the sponge side facing down. The cleaning device must be inserted up to the scale line indicated on the back side of the cleaning device.
4.6 Adjusting the Impactor Position Impactor may be set in three positions. A stopper is provided for fixing the impactor in three angles: 0°, 45° and 90°. Fix the impactor at the desired angle. Rotation angle: 45° Rotation angle: 90° 4.7 Sampling Time For how to set the sampling time, see Section 6.
5. Measurement Method 5.1 High Voltage Supply On turning on the instrument, the flashing “WAIT” message will be displayed. After a brief delay, the “WAIT” message will stop flashing, and high voltage can be supplied. Press the [MEAS/CLN] key to supply high voltage. The pointer at the left end of the high-voltage indicator frame will move toward the right.
5.2 Measurement Start To start a measurement, press the [START] key after the operating status has changed to “READY”. Then the “READY” message will change to an elapsed time indicator. The bar indicator will extend as the time elapses. The concentration reading will be blinking during a measurement.
5.3 Measurement End When the measurement is complete, the concentration reading will stop flashing. The displayed value is the measurement result for the specified sampling time. The operating status display will change from the elapsed time indicator to the “READY” message, and the number of data records will change to a flashing “STORE”...
6. Setting the Menu 6.1 Main Menu The following menu will be displayed by pressing the [MENU] key when high voltage is not supplied to the instrument. Use the keys to select each item. To enter the sub-menu of each item, press the [SET] key. To switch to the measurement screen, select “1.
6.3 Data Output Menu To select and view stored data Move the cursor to item “3. DATA OUTPUT” of the main menu by using the key and press the [SET] key. The screen as below will be displayed. When there is no data stored, the message “There is no record. Please set MENU key” will be displayed.
6.5 Communication Menu To set the communication baud rate Move the cursor to item “7.COMMUNICATION” of the main menu by using the key, and press the [SET] key. The screen as shown below will be displayed. Select “1” by using the key.
6.6 Data Clear Menu To delete stored measurement data Move the cursor to item “5.DATA CLEAR” of the main menu by using the key, and press the [SET] key. The screen as shown below will be displayed. When there is no data record, a message “There is no record, Please set MENU key”...
7. Printing 7.1 Connecting the Printer Connect the 3522 communication port to the printer Communication referring to the operation manual of the printer. Set cable KD12 the communication baud rate to 9600bps. (The factory default setting is 9600.) Printer 7.2 Print Output Menu...
8. Regular Maintenance and Impactor Nozzle Replacement Regular maintenance is required to ensure the long-term accuracy and performance of the instrument. In order to maintain the initial accuracy, it is recommended that the sensor and impactor plate are cleaned before and after use. If the instrument is used for a long term, or used in a high concentration environment, periodical cleaning of the needle is recommended.
8.2 Removing and Cleaning the Needle When the knob is turned left to the “O” (open) mark, the knob will pop up. Pull up the knob slowly to remove the needle. Be careful not to damage the two O rings attached to the needle. For cleaning the needle you will need an Ultrasonic Cleaner.
8.3 Installing the Needle To reinstall the needle, look into the inlet from above and align the high-voltage terminal at the side of the needle with the groove inside the inlet, and slowly twist in the needle. When the needle is fully inserted, lock in the needle by turning the knob to the “S”...
9. Main Specifications Product Name Piezobalance Dust Monitor Model 3522 Mass concentration of suspended particulate matter in indoor or Measuring Object outdoor air. Operating Temperature Range -10°C to 40°C Storage Temperature Range -30°C to 60°C Measuring Range 0.01 to 10mg/m Measuring Particle Size Φ2.5μm (below 50%)
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10. Troubleshooting Please review the following troubleshooting tips before requesting a repair. Symptom Possible Cause Solution Turn OFF the power and charge the Display does not appear Battery completely discharged. battery. when turning on the power. Contact failure of the battery Remove and reinstall the battery (No display on the Screen.) pack.
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11. Warranty and After-sales Service Warranty A warranty card is not included in this product. The instrument (excluding consumables such as batteries) is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of original purchase.
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12. Contact Information JAPAN & ASIA KANOMAX JAPAN, INC. 2-1 Shimizu Suita City, Osaka 565-0805, Japan TEL: 81-6-6877-0183 FAX: 81-6-6879-5570 http://www.kanomax.co.jp/ URL: sales@kanomax.co.jp E-Mail: USA & EUROPE KANOMAX USA, INC. PO Box 372, 219 Route 206, Andover, NJ 07821 U.S.A.
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