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MIE ADR-1500
Instruction Manual
Particulate Monitor
Part Number 108836-00
15Nov2017

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  • Page 1 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Particulate Monitor Part Number 108836-00 15Nov2017...
  • Page 2 © 2009 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. Specifications, terms and pricing are subject to change. Not all products are available in all countries. Please consult your local sales representative for details. Thermo Fisher Scientific Air Quality Instruments 27 Forge Parkway Franklin, MA 02038 1-508-520-0430 www.thermo.com/aqi...
  • Page 3 WEEE Compliance This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It is marked with the following symbol: Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them.
  • Page 5 About This Manual This manual provides information about installing, operating, maintaining, and servicing the Model MIE ADR-1500 Particulate Monitor. It also contains important alerts to ensure safe operation and prevent equipment damage. The manual is organized into the following chapters and appendices to provide direct access to specific operation and service information.
  • Page 6 DC voltage is 30 V. CAUTION Disconnect battery power and external power supplies ▲ before servicing. Equipment Damage Do not attempt to lift the instrument by the cover or other ▲ external fittings. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 7 About This Manual Alert Description Whenever the ADR-1500 is shipped, care should be taken in repackaging it with the original factory provided ▲ packaging. Damage could occur if not installed in a vertical, upright, ▲ position. Damage may occur to the instrument if the environmental ▲...
  • Page 8 Service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one of the phone numbers below for product support and technical information or visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi. 1-866-282-0430 Toll Free 1-508-520-0430 International MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Startup ..................... 3-5 Operate Menu ..................3-6 Start A Run ..................3-6 Concentration/Scattering .............. 3-6 Elapsed Time ................3-7 Maximum Run Reading ..............3-7 STEL .................... 3-7 Battery/Memory ................3-8 Temperature/RH ................3-8 Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 10 LCD Backlight Edit ..............3-21 LCD Contrast ................3-22 LCD Contrast Edit ..............3-22 Time/Date ..................3-22 Time/Date Edit ................3-22 Calibrate Menu ................. 3-24 Temperature Offset ................ 3-24 Temperature Offset Edit ............. 3-24 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 11 37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly Replacement (Optional) ..5-28 Bracket Assembly and Power Supply/Charger Replacement ....5-30 Service Locations ................5-32 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ....................6-1 Safety Precautions ................6-2 Troubleshooting Guide ............... 6-3 Instrument Status Flags ............... 6-5 Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 12 Inlets ....................8-5 Cables ....................8-6 Analog Data Cable ................8-6 12/24 VDC Cable ................8-6 Pole Mounting Kits ................8-7 Appendix A Warranty ......................A-1 Appendix B Serial Commands ..................... B-1 viii MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 13 Figure 5–14. Replacing the Bracket Assembly and Power Supply/Charger ..5-31 Figure 6–1. ADR-1500 Board-Level Block Diagram ........... 6-7 Figure 7–1. ADR-1500 External Analog Driver ........... 7-4 Figure 8–1. Alarm Relay Connection ..............8-3 Figure 8–2. ADR-1500 Optional Accessories ............. 8-8 Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 14 Figures MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 15 Tables Table 1–1. MIE ADR-1500 Specifications ............1-7 Table 5–1. ADR-1500 Replacement Parts ............5-3 Table 6–1. Troubleshooting – General Guide ............ 6-3 Table 6–2. Troubleshooting – Error Code Responses from Zeroing ....6-5 Table 6–3. Troubleshooting – Error Codes in Logged Data ....... 6-6 Table 6–4.
  • Page 16 Tables MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction The Thermo Scientific Model ADR-1500 is a real-time particulate monitoring system designed for outdoor operation. The unit is designed for continuous unattended monitoring with continuous real-time data transmission to a central location and/or data logging. Its weatherproof enclosure ensures safe and effective operation under a wide range of ambient environmental conditions.
  • Page 18 Service personnel are available for assistance with any questions or problems that may arise in the use of this monitor. For more information on Servicing, see Chapter 5, “Maintenance and Service”. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 19: General Description

    ADR-1500 is connected to an environment at either positive or negative pressure (with respect to ambient). Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 20 The ADR-1500 is a compact, rugged and totally self-contained instrument designed for rapid deployment and unattended operation mounted on a MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 21 USB device. The stored information (> 450k data points) includes average concentration and maximum values with time information and tag numbers, operating parameters, error codes, and each time- stamped logged record provided concentration, temperature, RH, barometric pressure, and error status. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 22 (e.g., Microsoft Excel™, Lotus 1-2-3™, etc.). The ADR-1500 combines, easy to use menu-driven software, and advanced diagnostics to offer unsurpassed flexibility and reliability. The ADR-1500 specifications follow. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Introduction Specifications Table 1–1 lists the specifications for the Model ADR-1500. Table 1–1. MIE ADR-1500 Specifications Concentration measurement range 0.001 to 400 mg/m (auto-ranging) (approx.) @  = 880 nm Scattering coefficient range 1.1 x 10 to 0.6 m Precision/repeatability over 30 ±2% of reading or ±...
  • Page 24 21 in (533 mm) H x 17 in (431 mm) W x 17 in (215 mm D Weight 28.5 lbs. (12.9 kg) Optional Cyclones GK 2.05 (Red) primarily for PM thru PM SCC 1.062 (Blue) primarily for PM thru PM MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 25 Referred to gravimetric calibration with SAE Fine (ISO Fine) test dust (mmd = 2 to 3 μm, standard deviation = 2.5, as aerosolized) At constant temperature and full battery voltage User selectable Internal battery will not charge when using 12-24 VDC external auxiliary power supply Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2 Guidelines And Instrument Layout

    “Sampling Guidelines” on page ● “Instrument Layout” on page 2-10 ● “Preparation for Operation” on page 2-16 ● “Environmental Constraints and Certifications” on page 2-18 ● “Communications with Computer” on page 2-19 ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 28: Unpacking And Parts Identification

    If any parts are missing, contact Thermo Fisher Scientific immediately. Equipment Damage Do not attempt to lift the instrument by the cover or other external fittings. ▲ Note Do not discard the packaging material. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 29: Handling

    Once the instrument warms up to temperature, such condensation will have evaporated. Re-zeroing is recommended upon installation. Equipment Damage Whenever the ADR-1500 is shipped, care should be taken in repackaging it with the original factory provided packaging. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 30: Safety

    Shut off ADR-1500 and any external devices (e.g., PC) before ● connecting or disconnecting them. WARNING Shut off ADR-1500 before replacing the internal battery, or when plugging in or disconnecting the AC power supply. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 31: Positioning

    WARNING Personal injury could occur when mounting the instrument. Assistance may be required. ▲ Equipment Damage Damage could occur if not installed in a vertical, upright, position. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 32: Figure 2-1. Adr-1500 Pole Mount

    Phillips Hex Head (2) Rails (2) 1/4” Washer (4) 1/4-20 x 1.20 Pan Head Screw (4) Figure 2–1. ADR-1500 Pole Mount WARNING The rechargeable lead acid battery must be charged in the up- right position. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 33: Figure 2-2. Adr-1500 Horizontal Tab Wall Mount

    Guidelines and Instrument Layout Figure 2–2. ADR-1500 Horizontal Tab Wall Mount WARNING The rechargeable lead acid battery must be charged in the up- right position. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 34: Figure 2-3. Adr-1500 Vertical Tab Wall Mount

    Guidelines and Instrument Layout Figure 2–3. ADR-1500 Vertical Tab Wall Mount WARNING The rechargeable lead acid battery must be charged in the up- right position. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 35: Sampling Guidelines

    ADR-1500, when running off of the internal battery, simply switch the internal heater off. Equipment Damage Damage may occur to the instrument if the environmental conditions exceed IP65. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 36: Instrument Layout

    ADR-1500, except as described in Chapter “Maintenance and Service”, otherwise voiding of instrument warranty will result. WARNING Caution should be used when accessing or servicing any exposed wiring within the instrument. ▲ Figure 2–4. ADR-1500 Front View 2-10 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 37: Front Panel Display

    The LCD screen is backlit whenever the ADR-1500 is selected as an always on feature. Refer to Figure 2–5 for location of controls and display below. RH Control Heater Switch ON/OFF Display and Keypad Figure 2–5. ADR-1500 Front Panel LCD Display Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 2-11...

  • Page 38: Bottom Power Port

    Equipment Damage Equipment damage may occur if exhaust port is blocked or port covers are not in place if unused. ▲ Fuse Drawer Exhaust 12-24 VDC Input 100-240 AC Input 50/60 Hz Figure 2–6. ADR-1500 Bottom Power Port 2-12 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 39: Side Usb, Analog Panel

    Equipment Damage Equipment damage may occur if exhaust port is blocked or port covers are not in place if unused. ▲ Omni-Directional Inlet Beacon USB Connector Analog/Alarm Connector USB Cover Sealed Cord Grip Figure 2–7. ADR-1500 Side USB, Analog Panel Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 2-13...

  • Page 40: Top View

    ▲ Refer to Figure 2–8 below for the location of items on the inlet stem, the beacon, and carry handle of the ADR-1500. Inlet Beacon Carry Handle Figure 2–8. ADR-1500 Top View 2-14 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 41: Rear View

    For more information on mounting options, see Chapter 8, “Optional Accessories”. Refer to Figure 2–9 below for the location of the four brass threaded bosses. Brass Threaded Bosses (4) Figure 2–9. ADR-1500 Rear View Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 2-15...

  • Page 42: Preparation For Operation

    This permits periods of time. For sample recovery, it is recommended to use the optional 37-mm filter cassette holder, which can accommodate glass filter, Teflon, MCE and PVC filter material. 2-16 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 43: Electrical Connections

    ADR-1500 and the external equipment are shut off, in order to prevent damage or interference due to transient electrical effects. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 2-17...

  • Page 44: Environmental Constraints And Certifications

    CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004 2 Edition, Safety Requirements ● for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use – Part 1: General Requirements CENELEC EN 61326-1 ● FCC 47 CFR 15B cIA ● 2-18 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 45: Communications With Computer

    ADR-1500 as standard accessories: USB communications cable ● Software CD (pDR Port) ● Software To install the Thermo Scientific provided software (pDR Port) in the computer, proceed as follows: Installation Procedure Insert the CD labeled pDR Port into the computer ●...
  • Page 46 400 mg/m Analog output status (enabled or disabled) ● Alarm level (0.01 to 400.0 mg/m , in 1-g/m increments) ● Alarm status (enabled or disabled) ● Humidity correction (enabled or disabled) ● 2-20 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 47 Tag (data file) to be loaded or deleted. In the image below, the “Delete all data” box appears with a check mark. By selecting this box and clicking on Delete, all tag files can be deleted at once. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 2-21...
  • Page 48 In this second image of the Data Text tab, it shows a Tag File loaded to the window. The data can now be viewed in the Data Graph tab and saved as a CSV file. 2-22 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 49 To review the parameter values currently programmed into the ADR-1500, click on Get current configuration. After editing the parameters, click on Set new configuration to input the newly selected values into the ADR- 1500. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 2-23...
  • Page 50 Site List. This tab allows the user to retrieve, edit, and set the site list for the instrument. Site lists may also be read and written to a file on a computer. 2-24 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 51: Chapter 3 Operation

    “Keypad and Screen Cursor Functions and Operation” on page ● “Operate Menu” on page ● “Configure Menu” on page 3-14 ● “Calibrate Menu” on page 3-24 ● “Starting a Run” on page 3-28 ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 52: Operating Modes

    HEPA filter. 5. Shutdown. Accomplished by holding the ON/OFF key until text on screen is no longer visible. The instrument is off. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 53: Keypad And Screen Cursor Functions And Operation

    Analog Output Logging Period Edit Analog Output Edit Logging Site Edit LCD Backlight Logging Tag Number LCD Backlight Edit Battery/Memory Status LCD Contrast LCD Contrast Edit Time/Date Time/Date Edit Figure 3–1. Keypad Overview Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 54: Key Press Functions

    UP ( ▲ ) scrolls through menu displays that are in a circular list (in a ● backward direction) or scrolls through values (also in a backward direction) in a display that is not part of a list (an edit display). MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 55: Startup

    This screen appears for three seconds upon initiation of a power-up sequence, then default directly to the Operate Menu screen. In this screen you may scroll up or down to the Calibrate Menu or Configure Menu, respectively. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 56: Operate Menu

    The real-time concentration is an average taken over a time interval called “Display Time”, which is programmed by the user. The presence of the asterisk (*) in the first line indicates that data logging is enabled. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 57: Elapsed Time

    ▲ or From the Start a Run screen, press the ENTER ● ▼ key to the Stel screen or press the key to stop a run. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 58: Stel

    ▲ or From the Start a Run screen, press the ENTER ● ▼ key to the Flow/Pres screen or press the key to stop a run. FLOW 2.000 LPM PRES 750 mmHg MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 59: Stop Run

    ▲ or ▼ From the Operate menu, press the ENTER ● key to the Start@ screen. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 60: Start Time/Date Edit

    From the Operate menu, press the ENTER ● key to the Zero Instrument screen. Note Do not zero through the red or blue sharp-cut cyclones. Only zero through a clean Total Inlet. ▲ 3-10 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 61: Zero In Progress

    3 seconds, displays site label for 3 seconds, and tag number for 3 seconds in sequence. key and scroll the ▲ or ▼ From the Operate menu, press the ENTER ● key to the Logging screen. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-11...

  • Page 62: Logging Status Edit

    The Logging Site Edit screen allows the user to select from the list of 50 logging sites. Each site has three associated values: Site Number, a Site Name, and a Calibration Factor. The Site Name is the only value displayed 3-12 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 63: Logging Site Edit

    Status key and scroll the ▲ or ▼ From the Operate menu, press the ENTER ● key to the Battery/Memory screen. BATTERY 12.6V MEMORY LEFT Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-13...

  • Page 64: Display Average Time Edit

    ENTER ● display averaging time. Press the key to save the display averaging time and return to ENTER ● Display Avg Time screen. DISPLAY AVG TIME 11 seconds 3-14 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 65: Flow Rate Edit

    3 seconds in sequence. key and scroll the ▲ or ▼ From the Configure menu, press the ENTER ● key to the Logging screen. LOGGING ENABLED 1:00:00 h:m:s LOGGING ENABLED Factory default Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-15...

  • Page 66: Logging Status Edit

    The site numbers are in range (1, 2, 3..., 50), the site names and calibration factors are editable only by external serial command. The asterisk (*) appears to the left of the field being edited. 3-16 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 67: Logging Site Edit

    From the Inlet Type screen, press the key to edit the inlet type. ENTER ● Press the key to save the inlet type and return to the Inlet Type ENTER ● screen. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-17...

  • Page 68: Rh Correction

    15 minute rolling (boxcar) average is higher than the STEL alarm level setting. Each of the two enabled alarm options use separately stored alarm level values. 3-18 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 69: Alarm Option Edit

    Units The Units screen allows the selection of units from micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m ) or to a measure of the aerosol scattering coefficient in units of inverse mega meters (1/Mm). Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-19...

  • Page 70: Units Edit

    100/Mm, 1000/Mm, 10000/Mm, and 100000/Mm. The values offered for μg/M (concentration) are: disabled, 0.10 mg/m , 0.40 mg/m , 1.00 mg/m , 4.00 mg/m , 10.0 mg/m , 40 mg/m , 100 mg/m , 400 mg/m , and 3-20 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 71: Lcd Backlight

    From the LCD Backlight screen, press the key to edit the LCD ENTER ● backlight. Press the key to save the LCD backlight status and return to the ENTER ● LCD Backlight screen. LCD BACKLIGHT * ENABLED Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-21...

  • Page 72: Lcd Contrast

    The Time/Date Edit screen allows the user to edit the current time and date. The Start Time/Date Edit screen allows the user to edit the delayed start time and date. In the display, the and the keys provide ENTER 3-22 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 73 From the Time/Date screen, press the key to and to advance to ENTER ● edit the next field. Press the key to save the time/date and return to the Time/Date ENTER ● screen. TIME *15:59:41 13-Nov-09 Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-23...

  • Page 74: Calibrate Menu

    Offset screen. TEMP OFFSET * 0.1 22.2 C Please note that a precise and accurate calibration of the RH-sensor is critical to maintaining precision between collocated devices when using RH Correction enabled. 3-24 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 75: Pressure Offset

    The RH Offset Edit screen allows the user to edit the RH offset. Use the ▲ and ▼ keys to increase or decrease the RH offset in increments of 0.1% RH. The asterisk (*) appears to the left of the field being edited. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-25...

  • Page 76: Flow Rate Calibration

    In the following screen there are two values shown; ADJ = 188 and LPM = 1.00. In this screen the 188 is the pump speed control value used to achieve 1.00 L/min. The user may adjust the motor speed to achieve 1.00 L/min or 3-26 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 77: Calibration Factor

    From the Cal Factor screen, press the key and edit the values. ENTER ● Press the key to save the calibration factor associated with the ENTER ● site number and return to Cal Factor screen. CAL FACTOR 1.000 Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-27...

  • Page 78: Starting A Run

    2-3 minutes. After Zeroing is complete, the following screen should be present: ZERO INSTRUMENT COMPLETE: BKG OK From the Zero Instrument screen, by pressing the ▼ key, the user ● proceeds to a series of logging screens in the following order: 3-28 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 79: Auto-Start (Optional)

    Inlet Type – Total, Red Cyclone, or Blue Cyclone ● The Flow Rate and respective D50 cut-point, and ● The Enabling or Disabling of the RH Correction ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-29...
  • Page 80 Additional Configuration parameters are the Alarm setting, units of measure, and the Analog Output settings. ALARM DISABLED 3-30 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 81 . The asterisk will move throughout the ENTER screen to adjust each respective value. In the U.S., it is convenient to dial 1-900-410-8463 (U.S. Naval Observatory time information), and at the instant when the time Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 3-31...

  • Page 82: Start The Run

    If the ADR-1500 is ready to begin a monitoring run, press and the ENTER instrument will begin operating as configured. It should be remembered that the measurement units can only be selected in the set-up mode and not during a run. 3-32 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 83 The following sections discuss the calibration process and procedures for calibrating the instrument: “Factory Calibration” on page ● “How to Apply a Correction Factor” on page ● “Particle Size Cut Points” on page ● “Continuous Unattended Monitoring” on page ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 84: Chapter 4 Calibration And Particle Size Selection

    Bulk density: 2.60 to 2.65 g/cm ● Refractive index: 1.54 ● In addition to the mass calibration described above, the ADR-1500 is factory calibrated for temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure, and volumetric flow rate using NIST-traceable standards. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 85: How To Apply A Correction Factor

    Recover the 37-mm filter assembly from the instrument and return to ● the microbalance room for weighing. Remove the 37-mm filter from the assembly, and weigh the filter after ● equilibration and anti-static neutralization, as necessary. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 86: Site Calibration Factors

    Factors site names. Each site name has a default Cal-Factor of 1.000. The Cal- Factor of each site can be adjusted either through the Menu Interface or through the pDR Port user interface. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 87: Particle Size Cut Points

    50% cut point between 1 to 4 micrometers. The Red and Blue Cyclones have the following 50% AED cut-point characteristics shown in Figure 4–1. Figure 4–1. Cyclone D50 Curves Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 88: Continuous Unattended Monitoring

    37-mm filter holder should not be Unattended used. Rather, the large capacity HEPA filter should be used in its place, Monitoring which will require replacement on an infrequent schedule (see Chapter 5 “Maintenance and Service” of this manual). MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 89: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Service

    “Extended Monitoring HEPA Filter Replacement” on page 5-27 ● “37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly Replacement (Optional)” on ● page 5-28 “Bracket Assembly and Power Supply/Charger Replacement” on page ● 5-30 “Service Locations” on page 5-32 ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 90: General Guidelines

    Equipment Damage Unless a MALFUNCTION message is displayed, or other operational problems occur, the ADR-1500 should be returned to the factory once every year after being placed into service for routine check out, test, cleaning and calibration check. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 91: Replacement Parts List

    108810-00 External Analog Cable Assembly 108807-00 External 12/24 VDC Cable Assembly 108888-00 Fuse, 1.5 Amp, Slow Blow, 5 x 20 mm 109148-00 Blue Cyclone Assembly 109149-00 Red Cyclone Assembly 109055-00 Cyclone Adapter Assembly Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 92 Blue or Red Cyclone Replacement O-ring Kit 105110-00 Inlet Replacement O-ring 108876-00 Pole Mounting Kit, 2” 108877-00 Pole Mounting Kit, 3” 108878-00 Pole Mounting Kit, 4” 108892-00 Zeroing Filter Assembly 109174-00 37 mm Filter Cassette Holder 108836-00 Instruction Manual MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 93: Figure 5-1. Adr-1500 Instrument Layout

    Relay Kit Option Fitting Elbow Reducer External 12/24 VDC Cable Assembly Battery Cable Battery Mounting Bracket Power Supply Cable Assembly Assembly Lead Acid Battery Power Supply Assembly Charger Assembly Figure 5–1. ADR-1500 Instrument Layout Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 94: Instrument Storage

    During storage always maintain the unit with the inlet covered to protect the sensing optics from gradual dust contamination. Store the ADR-1500 in a dry environment. Equipment Damage Disconnect the battery cable from the power communication board. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 95: Cleaning Of Optical Sensing Chamber

    This “might” be possible by blowing a stream of compressed filtered air through the optical chamber and re-zeroing. Equipment Damage If unsuccessful, the instrument must be sent back to the factory for service. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 96: Removing The Internal Covers

    3. Disconnect the battery cable from J6 or J8 from the power communication board. 4. Re-install the internal cover by following the previous steps in reverse order. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 97: Figure 5-2. Removing The Internal Cover

    Maintenance and Service Captive Hardware (2) Power/Com Assembly Captive Hardware (2) Center Panel Screws (6) Bottom Panel Figure 5–2. Removing the Internal Cover Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 98: Lcd Assembly Replacement

    CAUTION Disconnect battery power and external power supplies before servicing. ▲ Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 5-10 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 99: Figure 5-3. Replacing The Lcd Assembly

    Maintenance and Service LCD Nuts (4) Nuts (4) Connector Captive Hardware (2) Figure 5–3. Replacing the LCD Assembly Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-11...

  • Page 100: Pump Assembly Replacement

    11. Install pressure tube to the elbow fitting on the housing. 12. Reconnect pump connector to “PUMP IN” to the board. 13. Install the new pump by following the previous steps in reverse order. 5-12 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 101: Figure 5-4. Replacing The Pump

    A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ PUMP IN Pump Clip Pump Vacuum Port Pressure Port Captive Hardware (2) Figure 5–4. Replacing the Pump Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-13...

  • Page 102: Communications Pcb Replacement

    CAUTION Disconnect battery power and external power supplies before servicing. ▲ Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 5-14 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 103: Figure 5-5. Replacing The Communications Pcb

    Maintenance and Service Mounting Screws (5) Communications Captive Hardware (2) Figure 5–5. Replacing the Communications PCB Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-15...

  • Page 104: Figure 5–6. Wiring Diagram 1

    Unfasten Fitting Heater Cable Unfasten Captive Hardware (4) RH/Temp Board Cable Com Flex Cable Power Supply Assembly (Top) Disconnect In-Line Filter Disconnect Ext Monitoring Filter Disconnect Tube Exhaust Figure 5–6. Wiring Diagram 1 5-16 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 105: Figure 5–7. Wiring Diagram 2

    Maintenance and Service Figure 5–7. Wiring Diagram 2 Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-17...

  • Page 106: Optics Enclosure Assembly Removal

    12. Use needle nose pliers and release the push connect fitting that is attached to the large bypass filter. Move filter downwards to gain space. 13. Use needle nose pliers to release exhaust port tubing. 14. Use adjustable wrench to loosen inlet fitting. 5-18 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 107 Figure 5–6. Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-19...

  • Page 108: Heater Switch Assembly Replacement

    Connect red wire to gold terminal and black wire to silver terminal. 8. Connect the other end of the wire harness to “HEATER SW” J17 on the board. 9. Replug the power by following steps 1 to 3 in reverse order. 5-20 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 109: Figure 5-8. Replacing The Heater Switch Assembly

    Maintenance and Service Switch Captive Hardware (2) HEATER SW Figure 5–8. Replacing the Heater Switch Assembly Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-21...

  • Page 110: Figure 5-9. Power/Com Assembly-Pump Installation

    Maintenance and Service Figure 5–9. Power/Com Assembly-Pump Installation 5-22 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 111: Battery Use

    ADR-1500 is on or off. However, the 12-24 VDC external power supply will not charge the battery inside the ADR-1500. Equipment Damage The instrument should be charged in the upright position. ▲ Equipment Damage Replace with specified battery only. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-23...

  • Page 112: Lead Acid Battery Replacement

    Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ Equipment Damage Replace with specified battery only. ▲ 5-24 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 113: Figure 5-10. Replacing The Lead Acid Battery

    Maintenance and Service Lead Acid Battery Figure 5–10. Replacing the Lead Acid Battery Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-25...

  • Page 114: In-Line Flow Meter Filter With Fittings Replacement

    4. Use needle nose pliers and release the fitting from the tubing. 5. To install the new filter, follow the previous steps in reverse order. Note When replacing the new filter make sure filter arrow is facing towards the right. ▲ 5-26 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 115: Extended Monitoring Hepa Filter Replacement

    5. To install the new filter, follow the previous steps in reverse order. Note When replacing the new filter make sure filter arrow is facing up. ▲ In-Line Flow Meter Filter Extended Monitoring HEPA Filter Figure 5–11. Replacing the Filters Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-27...

  • Page 116: 37-Mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly Replacement (Optional)

    4. Remove the filter by depressing the overlapping push connect fitting to release the HEPA filter. 5. To install the new filter, follow the previous steps in reverse order. 37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Figure 5–12. Replacing the 37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly 5-28 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 117: Figure 5-13. Filter Support And Holder - Snap Rings And Filter

    Compression Ring Upper Housing Sealing Gaskets Top Cassette Ring 37-mm Filter SS Filter Support Screen Bottom Cassette Ring Lower Housing Figure 5–13. Filter Support and Holder – Snap Rings and Filter Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-29...

  • Page 118: Bracket Assembly And Power Supply/Charger Replacement

    4-pin charger to J6 or J8 to power communication board 5. Unfasten four keps nut and remove brackets. 6. Replace bracket assembly and power supply charger following the previous steps in reverse order. 5-30 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 119: Figure 5-14. Replacing The Bracket Assembly And Power Supply/Charger

    Maintenance and Service Keps Nuts (4)) Figure 5–14. Replacing the Bracket Assembly and Power Supply/Charger Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 5-31...

  • Page 120: Service Locations

    Service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one of the phone numbers below for product support and technical information Locations or visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi. 1-866-282-0430 Toll Free 1-508-520-0430 International 5-32 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    ● “Instrument Status Flags” on page ● “Error Codes in Logged Data” on page ● “Board-Level Block Diagram” on page ● “Connector Pin Descriptions” on page ● “Service Locations” on page 6-11 ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 122: Safety Precautions

    Troubleshooting Safety Read the safety precautions in the Preface and “Maintenance and Service” chapter before performing any actions listed in this chapter. Precautions MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 123: Troubleshooting Guide

    Battery will not take a Disconnected cable Verify cable connections. charge Battery defective Replace battery. Charger defective Replace charger. No RH/Temp Readings Disconnected cable Verify cables. RH/Temp board defective Send in for service. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 124 Defective internal USB cable Send in for service. Non-working strobe Disconnected cable Verify cable connection. Defective strobe Send in for service. No relay (if installed) Disconnected cable Verify cable connection. Defective relay Replace relay. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 125: Instrument Status Flags

    Source current high 10 x 0001 0000 b Ref. detector low 20 x 0010 0000 b Ref. detector high 40 x 0100 0000 b Pump voltage low 80 x 1000 0000 b Pump voltage high Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 126: Error Codes In Logged Data

    Example: A4 x = 1010 0100 b => Scatter signal over-range, Ref detector high, and Source current low Example: 03 x = 0000 0011 b => Flow rate low, Flow rate high (not unusual for a first point) MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 127: Board-Level Block Diagram

    ADR-1500 and can be used to troubleshoot board-level faults. This illustration can be used along Block Diagram with the connector pin description in Table 6–4 to troubleshoot board- level faults. Figure 6–1. ADR-1500 Board-Level Block Diagram Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 128: Table 6-4. Adr-1500 Communications Board Pin Out

    Auxiliary/Radio 12VDC Power Ground Lead Acid Battery or No Connection Charger VDC No Connection Power Ground USB_VBUS USB_D− USB_D+ Ground Ground Chassis Lead Acid Battery or No Connection Charger VDC No Connection Power Ground MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 129 Power for main Signal Battery Voltage 1/6 Board Power Ground 8+ VDC RH/Temp Board Ground_Analog 5+ VDC Temp Heater Power Ground Communication from USB_VBUS Main Signal Board USB_D- USB_D+ Ground Ground RS232_RXD RS232_TXD Voltage_OUT Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 130 Troubleshooting Connector Label Reference Signal Description Designator Current_OUT Alarm Heater Switch 5+ VDC Enable No Connection RS232 RS232_RXD RS232_TXD Ground Ground Chassis 6-10 MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 131: Service Locations

    Service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one of the phone numbers below for product support and technical information Locations or visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi. 1-866-282-0430 Toll Free 1-508-520-0430 International Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual 6-11...
  • Page 133 This chapter describes serial communications and analog/alarm output. “Analog Signal Output” on page ● “Alarm Description and Operation” on page ● “Analog Outputs” on page ● “Real-time RS-232 Output” on page ● “Serial Communications Protocols” on page ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 134: Chapter 7 Outputs And Alarm

    200 kilo-ohms; For the 4 to 20 mA output signal, the externally connected load must have an impedance of less than 300 ohms. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 135: Alarm Description And Operation

    While the alarm is on, the user can disable it momentarily by pressing any key on the ADR-1500. If the concentration continues to exceed the set alarm level after 10 seconds, the alarm condition will be reactivated. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 136: Analog Outputs

    Current_OUT BLUE Pin 3 Power Ground BLACK Pin 4 Alarm ORANGE Pin 5 Power Ground GREEN WARNING Do not apply AC voltage to this connector. Maximum allowable DC voltage is 30 V. ▲ MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 137 2. The load’s (device’s) return or negative is connected to #4 (switch alarm output). 3. The positive of the load and battery, or power supply, are connected together. The minimum external load impedance for this output is 10 kilo-ohms. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 138 The communication settings for the digital output of the ADR-1500 are: Baud rate: 19,200 ● Data bits: 8 ● Stop bits: 1 ● Parity: none ● Flow control: none ● MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 139: Serial Communications Protocols And Use Of Modems

    The communications commands recognized are listed in Appendix B. Mostly these pertain to setup variables in the ADR-1500. The response format will generally repeat the address and command and then follow with the ADR-1500's current settings. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 141: Optional Accessories

    The ADR-1500 is available with the following options: “37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly” on page ● “Relay Kit” on page ● “Inlets” on page ● “Cables” on page ● “Pole Mounting Kits” on page ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 142: 37-Mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly

    Cassette Holder chemical speciation and microscopy. Assembly For more information on the 37-mm filter cassette holder and replacing, “37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly Replacement (Optional)” on page 5-28. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 143: Relay Kit

    Terminals #2 and #4 are a normally open switch ● Terminals #6 and #8 are a normally open switch ● Terminals #3 and #4 are a normally closed switch ● Terminals #7 and #8 are a normally closed switch ● Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 144 For DC power application, connect the wire from terminal #1 to the negative terminal of the power source (i.e., battery or D.C. supply). Finally, plug in the cyclone making sure to insert it completely. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 145: Inlets

    3 to 12 micrometers Blue Cyclone – provides an ACGIH traceable D50 AED cut point ● ranging from 1 to 4 micrometers For more information on inlets, see “Particle Size Cut Points” on page 4-5. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 146: Cables

    12/24 VDC Cable This auxiliary cable permits the customer to power the instrument using a range of 12-24 VDC. However, the auxiliary power will not charge the internal battery. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 147: Pole Mounting Kits

    Pole mounting kits include; 2-inch, 3-inch and 4-inch lengths. The pole mounting kits are designed to attach an enclosure to a vertical or horizontal Kits pole (see “Figure 2–1”). For more information on pole mounting, see “Positioning” on page 2-5. Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 148: Figure 8-2. Adr-1500 Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Cyclone Adapter 37-mm Filter Cassette Holder Assembly Relay Kit Figure 8–2. ADR-1500 Optional Accessories MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...

  • Page 149: Appendix A Warranty

    (i) normal wear and tear, (ii) accident, disaster or event of force majeure, (iii) misuse, fault or negligence of or by Buyer, (iv) use of the Products in a manner for which Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 150 OR WRITTEN, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SELLER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PRODUCTS ARE ERROR-FREE OR WILL ACCOMPLISH ANY PARTICULAR RESULT. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 151 1 = 0.10 mg/m 2 = 0.40 mg/m 3 = 1.00 mg/m 4 = 4.00 mg/m 5 = 10.0 mg/m 6 = 40 mg/m 7 = 100 mg/m 8 = 400 mg/m 9 = 1000 mg/m Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 152: Appendix B Serial Commands

    Return the text currently displayed on the LCD. It comes in two quoted strings for the 2 lines of the display. It is followed by a state-number. Note that response is prefixed with “V 5”; this can be ignored. MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
  • Page 153 Returns the current values of the concentrations, temperature, RH and atmospheric pressure if the pDR-1500 is running. RHCORRECT [status] Returns, or programs, the status of RH correction to the computation of mass concentration. Status = {“disable” or “off”, “enable” or “on”} Thermo Fisher Scientific MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 154 Responds with “TEMPUNITS C”, degrees Celsius are the only allowed. TIME [seconds] [minutes] [hours] Returns, or programs, the RTC’s current time. UNITS [integer] the current measurement units: Units = 0 = μg/m (Mass concentration) 1 = 1/Mm (880 nm scattering coefficient) MIE ADR-1500 Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...