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- Page 1 ACTI-VOC Low-flow pump Operator Manual Version 1.0 QUI-1086 March 2013 Markes International Ltd. +44 (0)1443 230935 +44 (0)1443 231531 enquiries@markes.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ................................3 Notices ..............................3 Disclaimer ..............................3 Warnings ..............................3 Certifications ............................. 4 Technical support contact details ......................4 Components ................................5 Pump operation ..............................7 Setting a constant flow rate ........................7 Using constant-pressure mode ........................ 9 Taking a personal sample ........................ -
Page 3: Introduction
Introduction Notices This manual was prepared exclusively for the owner of the Markes International ACTI-VOC Low-flow pump. The material within this manual is proprietary information and is to be used only to understand, operate, and maintain the instrument. By receiving this document, the recipient agrees that neither this document nor the... -
Page 4: Certifications
aggressive substances are acidic liquids or gases that may attack metals, or solvents that may affect polymeric materials. Examples of suitable precautions are regular checks as part of routine inspections, or establishing from material data sheets that it is resistant to specific chemicals. DO NOT operate the product with a dirty or blocked inlet filter or kinked tubing. -
Page 5: Components
Components Air inlet The air inlet is located on the filter housing and provides a built-in means of attaching tubing for suction sampling. Air inlet pump fIlter A 10 m nylon air inlet pump filter protects the pump assembly from dirt. Flow adjustment Requires flat-bladed screwdriver. - Page 6 Figure 1: Front view of ACTI-VOC. Figure 2: Back view of ACTI-VOC.
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Page 7: Pump Operation
Setting a constant flow rate Calibration (flow rate verification) must be performed before sampling and when setting the flow rate. See Figures 3 and 4. Ensure the ACTI-VOC is fully charged • Insert the Hex key ( ) into the hex head screw on the pump. - Page 8 Figure 4: Setting a constant flow rate. Turn on the pump using a pointed instrument such as a ballpoint pen ( • Make sure the flow measuring device is on and working. • Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to make flow adjustments on the pump itself ( •...
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Page 9: Using Constant-Pressure Mode
(not supplied with the pump – contact your local Markes International dealer for more information). Flows greater than 200 mL/min will not be achievable with all TD tube types. -
Page 10: Taking A Personal Sample
Taking a personal sample Figure 5: Taking a personal sample. Remove both storage caps from the pre-conditioned TD tube using the CapLok tool. • Place the pump, tubing, appropriate adapter and sample tube on the worker as shown ( ), making sure •... -
Page 11: Maintenance
Maintenance Battery maintenance ACTI-VOC uses rechargeable nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) batteries that must be fully charged and properly maintained to obtain the maximum run time. The battery is rated at 4.8 V (720 mA h). Do not charge the battery pack in an explosive atmosphere. -
Page 12: Back-Pressure Adapter O-Ring
The back-pressure adapter connects the TD tube to the pump using an O-ring seal. It is recommended that this O-ring is replaced every twelve months, or whenever it is noticeably damaged. The ACTI-VOC is supplied with two spare O-rings (spares are also available for order as a pack of 10 – Markes International part number U-COV45 The O-rings can be replaced easily using Markes’... -
Page 13: Parts List
Primary standard low flow calibrator, 120 V C-LFPCAL-120 Primary standard low flow calibrator, 230 V C-LFPCAL-230 Spare parts Part number Description ACTI-VOC filter assembly SERZ-1076 ACTI-VOC bag sampling accessory SERZ-1070 O-ring extraction tool SERZ-0351 O-ring insertion tool SERZ-0285 ACTI-VOC charger SERFLP-5002 Plastic tube adapter assembly... -
Page 14: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions 63.5 mm (W) × 34.9 mm (H) × 117.5 mm (L) 2.50″ (W) × 1.38″ (H) × 4.63″ (L) Weight Main unit: 340 g (12 oz) Operating range (Constant-flow mode) 20–200 mL/min Operating range (Constant-pressure mode) 1–350 mL/min, range dependent on tube impedance. Flows greater than 200 mL/min are not achievable with all TD tube types.
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