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  • Page 1 Using UltraRAE 3000...
  • Page 2 UltraRAE 3000 UltraRAE 3000 Lamp Range Resolution 50 ppb 10.6 eV 50 ppb to 10,000 ppm (VOC mode) 50 ppb 9.8 eV 50 ppb to 200 ppm, for benzene and butadiene; 50 ppb to 5,000 ppm (VOC mode) 50 ppb 11.7 eV...
  • Page 3 Agenda • User Interface • Turning on the UltraRAE 3000 • Recommended daily start-up procedure • Hygiene mode & displays • Alarm signals • Programming mode • Charging station...

  • Page 4: User Interface

    User Interface LEDs and flashlight • User Interface: – [Y/+] tests alarms – [N/-] Display – [MODE] (on) – Flashlight on/off key MODE key Flashlight on/off key...

  • Page 5: Control Buttons

    Control Buttons • [Y/+] always controls left-hand response & increases numerical values • [N/-] controls right-hand response & moves to next digit • [MODE] controls center & returns to previous menu...
  • Page 6 Start-up: Turning On • Press and hold [MODE] • When display appears, release [MODE] key • Instrument performs self- test • Final display shows and unit is ready for zero calibration...
  • Page 7 Start-up: Programmable Zero Calibration • Unit performs Zero calibration after warm-up • “apply zero gas…” • If in fresh air, the UltraRAE can be calibrated, or a Zeroing kit with charcoal tube can be used...
  • Page 8 • To ensure that there are no leaks, periodically test the seals. • With the UltraRAE 3000 running, place your finger over the end of the inlet probe. • The alarm should sound and the pump- stall icon should flash on the display.
  • Page 9 Test Pump • If the pump does not alarm or show the stalled-pump icon, then check that all inlet parts are tight and inspect the O-ring for damage (replace it if necessary). • After inspection and/or replacing, test again. • If there is still no alarm, send instrument in for pump service.
  • Page 10 Start-up: Programmable Zero calibration...
  • Page 11 2 minutes – Wait 1 2 minutes • If “Lamp” message remains, turn off UltraRAE 3000 and restart – “Lamp” alarm clears and UltraRAE 3000 is ready for use • If after restart, “Lamp” message remains, the PID needs service...
  • Page 12 Start-up: Humidity Check • It is important to check if the instrument responds to moisture Cup hand over inlet or breathe into inlet for 10-20 seconds Do not block flow • If UltraRAE reads >2 ppm, then the sensor needs cleaning...
  • Page 13 Compound Specific vs VOC Monitor Two main operating modes: • Compound Specific Monitor: The factory default mode. After warm-up, the meter takes timed samples for Benzene or Butadiene • VOC Monitor: After warm-up, the meter works similar to the MiniRAE 3000 –...
  • Page 14 Compound Specific Monitor • Turn unit on and wait for warm-up to finish. • Press [N/-] to advance. • Before you start sampling, you must insert a RAE-Sep separation tube into the inlet/holder.
  • Page 15 Separation Tube Preparation • Open a package of RAE-Sep separation tubes and remove one. • Place the tip in the package’s tube tip breaker (the small hole on the front) and snap off the tip.
  • Page 16 Separation Tube Preparation • Turn the tube around and snap off the other end. • Handle tubes with care. Tube ends are sharp after ends are broken off.
  • Page 17 Inserting Separation Tube • Unscrew the front of the sampling probe from the base. • Slip the tube into the rubber holder in the front portion.
  • Page 18 Inserting Separation Tube • Insert the other end of the tube into the middle of the base while turning the front portion to tighten it onto the base’s threads. • Do not overtighten any portion of the sampling assembly.
  • Page 19 Measuring Compound Specific • Once the tube is in place, begin measuring by pressing [Y/+]. • The display shows a countdown – 60 seconds is standard, but sampling time depends on the type of separation tube selected and the temperature. •...
  • Page 20 Measuring Compound Specific • Once the countdown is complete, the gas reading is shown. • Press [Y/+] to continue sampling with the tube for 15 minutes to establish a STEL reading, or press [N/-] to return to the main menu...
  • Page 21 If not, the STEL value is not valid. • Abort the measurement and change the tube. Then do a snapshot test instead of a STEL test. • Note: If the STEL is exceeded, the UltraRAE 3000 goes into alarm.
  • Page 22 Measuring Compound Specific • Press [N/-] to advance to the next screen. • If you press [Y/+], you are asked, “Clear peak value! – Are You Sure?” • Press [Y/+] to clear the Peak value and exit to VOC operation.
  • Page 23 Measuring Compound Specific • If you press [N/-], this display is shown. • Remove the tube and put the inlet back together. Then press [N/-]. • After a few seconds, the UltraRAE 3000 enters VOC mode.
  • Page 24 VOC Mode • You can step through the rest of the screens by pressing [N/-] repeatedly until you reach the main menu again.
  • Page 25 VOC Mode • The instrument is programmed to operate in Basic User Level/Hygiene Mode as its default. • This gives you the most commonly needed features while requiring the fewest parameter adjustments. • Pressing [N/-] steps you from one screen to the next, and eventually return to the main display.
  • Page 26 VOC Monitor: Hygiene/Search Mode Two main operating modes: • Hygiene Mode: The factory default mode. After warm-up, the meter samples continuously. • Search Mode: After warm-up. the pump shuts off and “Ready” is displayed.
  • Page 27 Hygiene Mode/Basic User *Dashed (- - -) line is automatic return...
  • Page 28 Hygiene Mode/Basic User Screens • Current readings • TWA/STEL/PEAK • Date/Time/Temperature • Calibration Gas/Measurement Gas/Correction Factor • Enter PC Communications...
  • Page 29 Hygiene Mode/Advanced User Differences • Change reference gas without entering Programming Mode • Change measurement gas when reference gas is Isobutylene...

  • Page 30: Hygiene Mode

    Hygiene Mode • Reading in ppm • Gas information • Calibration needed • Wireless status • Battery status • Datalog • Pump Status • Press [N/-] to move to next screen...
  • Page 31 TWA/STEL/PEAK • TWA reading • STEL reading • Peak reading • Press [Y/+] to clear • Press [N/-] to move to next screen...
  • Page 32 Date/Time/Temp • Date • Time • Internal temperature • Press [N/-] to move to next screen...
  • Page 33 Gas Display • Calibration gas • Measurement gas • Correction factor • Press [N/-] to move to next screen...
  • Page 34 PC Communication • Enter PC communication and stop sampling • Press [Y/+] to enter PC Comm mode – Press [Y/+] to exit after communication is complete • Press [N/-] to move to next screen...

  • Page 35: Alarm Signals

    Alarm signals...
  • Page 36 Search Mode • A discrete sampling mode can easily start/stop datalogging for many points • Perfect for drum or headspace sampling • Optional graphic screen...
  • Page 37 Optional Graphic Screen • Using ProRAE Studio, set display to graphic display • Leave display in ppm reading...
  • Page 38 Search Mode/Basic User *Dashed (- - -) line is automatic return...
  • Page 39 Search Mode/Basic User Screens • Ready?... Start Sampling • User ID/Site ID/Correction Factor • Current gas readings • Stop sampling? • AVG/PEAK • Date/Time/Temperature • Calibration Gas/Measurement Gas/Correction Factor • Enter PC Communications...
  • Page 40 Search Mode/Advanced User Differences • Change reference gas without entering Programming Mode • Change measurement gas when reference gas is Isobutylene...

  • Page 41: Programming Mode

    Programming Mode • Navigate using interface of “Select,” “Back,” and “Next” • Press [MODE] to exit Programming • [Y/+] to increase numerical values or confirm a question • [N/-] to decrease numerical values...
  • Page 42 Programming Mode • Press and hold [N/-] and [MODE] to enter Programming • Input password “0000”...
  • Page 43 Calibration • Press [Y/+] to select Calibration menu and Calibration type • Press [N/-] to toggle between Zero calibration and Span calibration • Press [MODE] to exit Calibration menu...
  • Page 44 Two-point vs Three-point Calibration • Three-point calibration can be added for enhanced accuracy • Feature is added through ProRAE Studio • Second, higher concentration of calibration gas is required • After calibrating Span Gas 1, display moves to Span Gas 2...
  • Page 45 Calibration • You need: • Zero-grade air bottle or zeroing calibration • Bottle of 100ppm Isobutylene with .5L regulator and/or Tedlar bag, or matched flow regulator (VOC Monitor) • Bottle of 5ppm Benzene with .5L regulator and/or Tedlar bag, or matched flow regulator (Benzene tube)
  • Page 46 Matched Flow Calibration For best accuracy, a matched flow calibration is required! • Use matched flow regulator or Tedlar bag • Fill Tedlar bag with calibration gas and then draw down with UltraRAE 3000...
  • Page 47 Zero calibration • Press [Y/+] to select Zero Calibration • Press [MODE] to return to main display • Press [N/-] to select Span Calibration...

  • Page 48: Zero Calibration

    Zero calibration • If in fresh air, the UltraRAE 3000 can be calibrated or a Zeroing kit with charcoal tube can be used • Press [Y/+] to start calibration...
  • Page 49 Span Calibration • After Zero Calibration, menu returns to calibration selection with Span Calibration highlighted • Press [Y/+] to enter Span calibration. • Press [N/-] to skip Span calibration and return to Zero calibration. • Press [MODE] to exit and return to the top calibration menu.

  • Page 50: Span Calibration

    Span Calibration • Turn on your span calibration gas. • Press [Y/+] to initiate calibration. • Press [N/-] to abort calibration.
  • Page 51 Span Calibration • Calibration is complete when instrument reads: Span 1 is done! Reading = xxx. ppm • Instrument then moves to request three- point calibration • Select [Y/+] to continue, [N/-] to skip • Press [MODE] to return to normal operations.
  • Page 52 Span Calibration • Calibration is complete when instrument reads: Span 2 is done! Reading = xxx. ppm • Press [MODE] to return to normal operations...
  • Page 53 Measurement Gas and Unit • Measurement gas has 4 lists – My list: maximum of 10, starting with Isobutylene – Last Ten: last ten used by instrument – Gas Library: all gases in TN-106 – Custom Gases: user modified via ProRAE Sudio...
  • Page 54 Measurement Lists • Press [N/-] to scroll through list • Press [Y/+] to select...
  • Page 55 Measurement Lists • Once list is selected, – Press [N/-] to scroll through options – Press [Y/+] to select option • Press [MODE] to exit • Press [Y/+] to save selection or [N/-] not to save...

  • Page 56: Measurement List

    Measurement List Abbreviation Unit MiniRAE ppbRAE 3000 3000 parts per million parts per billion mg/m3 milligrams per cubic meter ug/m3 micrograms per cubic meter...

  • Page 57: Tube Selection

    Tube Selection • Scroll through the menu by pressing [N/-]. • Press [Y/+] to make a selection. • Press [MODE] when you are done. • Press [Y/+] to save your choice or [N/-] to undo your selection.

  • Page 58: Alarm Setting

    Alarm setting • Press [Y/+] to change High, Low, STEL, and/or TWA alarm • Scroll through the menu with [N/-] • Press [Y/+] to select alarm to change...
  • Page 59 Alarm setting • Cursor flashes over digits of alarm limit • Press [Y/+] to increase each digit value • Advance to the next number with [N/-] • Press [MODE] when done – Press [Y/+] to accept change – Press [N/-] to cancel change...

  • Page 60: Alarm Type

    Alarm type • Latched alarm – although alarm condition might have cleared, [Y/+] must be pressed to acknowledge alarm • Automatic reset – once condition has cleared, alarm will stop (default setting)

  • Page 61: Buzzer & Light

    Buzzer & Light • Program light and buzzer – Both on – Light only – Buzzer only – Both off • Press [N/-] to go to next option, Press [Y/+] to select and [MODE] to exit...
  • Page 62 Datalog • Press [Y/+] to enter Datalog menu – Clear Data – Interval – Data Selection – Datalog Type • Press [N/-] to move to next menu, and [MODE] to return to normal operations...

  • Page 63: Clear Datalog

    Clear Datalog • Erases all data stored in instrument • Press [Y/+] to clear data – Display asks “Are you sure?” • Press [Y/+] to confirm • Press [N/-] to keep data...
  • Page 64 Interval • Intervals are shown in seconds • Default is 60 seconds • Maximum is 3600 – Press [Y/+] to increase each digit – Press [N/-] to move to the next digit • Press [MODE] when done • Press [Y/+] to save and [N/-] to cancel changes...

  • Page 65: Data Selection

    Data Selection • Choose type of data to store – Average – Maximum – Minimum • Press [N/-] to move from one selection to next • Press [Y/+] to choose data, “X” shows which data is stored • Press [MODE] when done •...

  • Page 66: Datalog Type

    Datalog Type Three Datalog Types • Automatic – Default mode, unit datalogs while running • Manual – unit datalog only when datalog is manualy turned on • Snapshot – datalogs only during single-event capture sampling...
  • Page 67 Datalog Type • To make changes to Datalog type – Press [N/-] to move to next option – Press [Y/+] to accept change • When done, press [MODE] • Press [Y/+] to save changes • Press [N/-] to discard changes...

  • Page 68: Monitor Setup

    Monitor Setup • Temperature Unit • Op Mode • Site ID • User ID • User Mode • Date • Time • Duty Cycle...
  • Page 69 Monitor Setup • Pump Speed • Language • Radio Power • Real Time Protocol • Power On Zero • Unit ID • LCD Contrast • Lamp ID...
  • Page 70 Radio Power • Radio connection can be turned on or off • Press [N/-] to highlight selection • Press [Y/+] to select radio setting • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...

  • Page 71: Real Time Protocol

    Real Time Protocol • P2M – cable – Point to multipoint. – Data is transferred from the instrument to multiple locations using a wired connection • P2P – cable – Point to point. (default) – Data is transferred only between the instrument and one other location, such as a computer •...
  • Page 72 Real Time Protocol • Press [N/-] to highlight selection • Press [Y/+] to select Real time protocol setting • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 73 Op Mode • Switch between Hygiene or Search Mode by pressing [N/-] to highlight the option • Press [Y/+] to select mode • Press [MODE] to accept change • Press [Y/+] to save and [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 74 Site ID • Enter 8-digit alpha/numeric/character Site ID • Press [Y/+] to display current Site ID • Press [Y/+] to change the number/ letter/ character – Note: the last four digits must be numbers...
  • Page 75 Site ID • Press [N/-] to move to the next digit • Press [MODE] to exit • If there has been a change, [Y/+] to save • [N/-] to discard any changes...
  • Page 76 User ID • Enter 8-digit alpha/numeric User ID • Press [Y/+] to display current User ID • Press [Y/+] to change the number/letter...
  • Page 77 User ID • Press [N/-] to move to the next digit • Press [MODE] to exit • If there has been a change, [Y/+] to save • [N/-] to discard any changes...
  • Page 78 User Mode • Basic Mode – User can only see and use a basic set of functions • Advanced Mode – Advanced users can see and use all screens and perform all available functions...
  • Page 79 User Mode • Press [N/-] to change option • Highlight will move to next selection each time [N/-] is pressed • Press [Y/+] to make selection • Press [MODE] to choose Basic or Advanced Mode • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 80 Date • Date is expressed as Month/Day/Year, with two digits for each. • Press [Y/+] to display current date. • Note that the left-most digit flashes to indicate it is selected.
  • Page 81 Date • Press [Y/+] to change the number • Press [N/-] to move to the next digit • Press [MODE] once the date has been changed completely • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 82 Time • Time is expressed as Hours/Minutes/Seconds, with two digits for each. • Time is in 24-hour (Military) format. • Press [Y/+] to display current time. • Note that the left-most digit flashes to indicate it is selected.
  • Page 83 Time • Press [Y/+] to change the number • Press [N/-] to move to the next digit • Press [MODE] once the time has been changed completely • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...

  • Page 84: Duty Cycle

    Duty Cycle • The pump’s duty cycle is the ratio of its “on” time to ‘off’ time. • The duty cycle ranges from 50% to 100% (100% is default), and the period is 10 seconds. • Therefore, a duty cycle of 60% means that the pump is on for 6 seconds and off for four seconds and 100% is always on.
  • Page 85 Duty Cycle Important! Pump duty cycling is interrupted when the instrument senses a gas. • The pump’s duty cycle is disabled when the measurement is greater than the 2ppm threshold and is re-enabled when the reading falls below 90% of the threshold (1.8 ppm).
  • Page 86 Duty Cycle • Press [Y/+] to increase value • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...

  • Page 87: Temperature Unit

    Temperature Unit • Choose Temperature measurement in Fahrenheit or Celsius units • Press [N/-] to highlight selection • Press [Y/+] to select temperature unit • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...

  • Page 88: Pump Speed

    Pump Speed • Choose high or low pump speed – Low speed conserves battery and is quieter • Press [N/-] to highlight selection • Press [Y/+] to select pump speed • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 89 Language • English is default language; 12 languages are available • Press [N/-] to highlight selection • Press [Y/+] to select Language • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 90 Power On Zero • Program instrument to request a Zero calibration on start-up • Press [N/-] to highlight selection • Press [Y/+] to select Power On Zero • When done, press [MODE] • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 91 Unit ID • Three-digit number to separate wireless units on the same network – Units must have individual ID values • Press [Y/+] to change the number • Press [N/-] to move to the next digit • Press [MODE] once the Unit ID has been changed completely •...

  • Page 92: Lcd Contrast

    LCD Contrast • Increase or decrease contrast of display – Minimum value is 20 – Maximum value is 60 • Press [Y/+] to increase, [N/-] to decrease the value • Press [MODE] once the contrast has been changed • [Y/+] to accept change, [N/-] to discard change...
  • Page 93 Lamp ID • Scroll through the menu by pressing [N/-]. • Press [Y/+] to make a selection. • Press [MODE] when you are done. • Press [Y/+] to save your choice or [N/-] to undo your selection.
  • Page 94 Monitor Set up • At any time, press [MODE] to return to normal operations • When inside a menu selection, press [MODE] to move to the top menu...

  • Page 95: Power Off

    Power Off • Hold [MODE] for full 3 seconds • Audible alarm will beep and unit will countdown 5 seconds • Release [MODE] when you see “Unit Off…” • Unit will stay on if you release [MODE] before countdown completes...
  • Page 96 Humidity Filtering II Tubes Tube Tip Breaker Flex-I-Probe (p/n 021-2400-100) Tube Adapter Humidity Filtering II Tube (p/n 025-3002-000) (10-pack, p/n 025-2002-010) • Temporary relief for a dirty sensor • Dries sample gas for about ½ hour • Measure VOCs; multiple sample use OK •...
  • Page 97 Charging on Charging Cradle • To Charge unit – Push instrument down on charging cradle – Set back of unit against back wall of cradle • To remove unit from cradle – Push down on instrument – Pull unit towards you...
  • Page 98 Charging Battery on Travel charger • Line the back edge of Travel Charger with the back edge of unit • Carefully screw both plastic pins of charger into instrument • Plug wall adapter into travel charger once charger is fully attached to instrument...
  • Page 99 Charging Error • If the instrument or battery has been charging for more than 10 hours and you see the “Battery Charging Error” icon and a message that says, “Charging Too Long,” this indicates that the battery is not reaching a full charge. •...

  • Page 100: Removing Battery

    Removing battery • Rubber boot stays on monitor • First push down on • Then pull battery from instrument...
  • Page 101 Charging Battery on Charging Cradle • Use back of charging station to charge battery externally – Push into contacts – Lay battery flat • To remove battery – Push battery towards station – Lift battery off of charging station...

  • Page 102: Maintenance

    Maintenance • Clean PID Lamp & Sensor – When display creeps upwards after good zero – When PID responds to moisture – When movement of PID results in response on display Clean Sensor Dirty Sensor Bias Electrode Bias Electrode Sensing Electrode Sensing Electrode No dirt build-up to Dirt build-up absorbs water and...
  • Page 103 Maintenance • How to clean the PID lamp – Use anhydrous methanol (lamp cleaning solution) – Use finger cots to hold lamp – Dip cotton swap in methanol and clean flat top surface of lamp – Dry lamp face with lens tissue...
  • Page 104 Maintenance • How to Clean PID Sensor – Always clean sample probe and replace or clean filters FIRST! If PID holds a stable zero after this step then further cleaning may not be necessary – Use anhydrous methanol (lamp cleaning solution) –...
  • Page 105 Configuration from Computer Datalogging Using ProRAE Studio...
  • Page 106 Questions? www.raesystems.com Service: 888-723-4800 Sales: 877-723-2878...

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