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TSI Instruments BLUESKY Operation And Maintenance Manual

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BLUESKY
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AIR QUALITY MONITOR
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
P/N 6013929 REV. C
FEBRUARY 2020

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  • Page 1 BLUESKY ™ AIR QUALITY MONITOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL P/N 6013929 REV. C FEBRUARY 2020...
  • Page 3 Copyright© TSI Incorporated / 2020 / All rights reserved. Part Number 6013929 / Revision C / February 2020 Address TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA Fax No. (651) 490-3824 LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY (effective February 2020) (For country-specific terms and conditions outside of the USA, please visit www.tsi.com.) Seller warrants the goods, excluding software, sold hereunder, under normal use and service as described in the operator's manual, to be free from defects in workmanship...
  • Page 4 This LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY may not be amended, modified or its terms waived, except by writing signed by an Officer of Seller. Buyer further agrees that purchase of TSI’s BlueSky™ Monitors Buyer agrees to the Terms and Conditions of Use and the Privacy Policy located at www.tsilink.com.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    How to View Data from one or more BlueSky monitors ......18 How to Download Data from one or more BlueSky Monitors ....19 How to Download Data from the microSD Card in the BlueSky Monitor .. 19 Interpreting the Data Downloaded from the SD Card ......21 Interpreting the Data Downloaded from the Cloud .........

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety Information Description of Caution/Warning Symbols Appropriate caution/warning statements are used throughout the manual and on the instrument that require you to take cautionary measures when working with the instrument. Caution C A U T I O N Failure to follow the procedures prescribed in this manual might result in irreparable equipment damage.
  • Page 7 1. The input A/C voltage to the power supply should be between 100 to 240 V with a frequency between 50 to 60 Hz. 2. The power required to run the BlueSky monitor is 5W (5.0 VDC and 1 Amp). The BlueSky monitor is powered through the mini-USB connector and there are no outputs available from the BlueSky monitor.

  • Page 8: Laser Safety

    –10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F). TSI recommends running the BlueSky monitor within these temperature limits. 5. The BlueSky monitor can be used at altitudes up to 3000 meters (10,000 feet). 6. The BlueSky monitor is designed to be used outdoors in highly polluted areas where particulate concentrations can be as high 1000 µg/m...

  • Page 9: Labels

    Take these precautions: • DO NOT remove any parts from the BlueSky monitor unless you are specifically told to do so in this manual. W A R N I N G The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in exposure to hazardous optical radiation.

  • Page 10: Reusing And Recycling

    Reusing and Recycling As part of TSI Incorporated’s effort to have a minimal negative impact on the communities in which its products are manufactured and used: If instrument becomes obsolete, return to TSI for disassembly and recycling. viii...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Product Overview

    DustTrak and AM520 models. The BlueSky monitors also come with self-diagnostics to enable you to run the monitor with greater than 95% up-time and empowers you to be proactive so that the data obtained is very high quality.

  • Page 12: Unpacking

    If any parts are missing, contact TSI. Part Item Number Description 8143 BlueSky Air Quality Monitor Mounting Bracket Screw IP68 Rated 5V Power...

  • Page 13: Bluesky Monitor Replacement Parts

    BlueSky Monitor Replacement Parts Listed below are replacement items for the BlueSky Air Quality Monitor. Contact for purchase information. Part Item Number Description Single PM sensor 814304* replacement 814305 5 pack PM sensors 814306* Replacement Mounting Bracket 814307 Maintenance kit—...
  • Page 14 Part Item Number Description 814308* Replacement microSD card *Indicates pre-installed factory item or ships with initial purchase, but is also available as a spare or if replacement is needed. Chapter 1...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Setting Up

    Chapter 2 Setting Up The BlueSky™ Air Quality Monitor is very easy to set up. The monitor comes fully assembled except for the mounting bracket. Start by unpacking the device and its contents from the shipping package. A quick start guide is shipped with each instrument. It provides the...

  • Page 16: Connecting The Bluesky Monitor To A Wi-Fi Network

    There are only two reasons why a BlueSky monitor would need to be dismantled: 1. To remove the SD card to download data. 2. To replace the PM sensor. The sensor comes pre-installed, in addition to the microSD card. NO T E The BlueSky monitor will store data on the SD card under all conditions whether or not the unit is connected to Wi-Fi.
  • Page 17 Wi-Fi device, such as your laptop or mobile device, can connect to. This will allow you to configure the devices Wi-Fi settings. 3. Using a laptop, tablet or a smartphone, look for the BlueSky Wi-Fi SSID (Service Set Identifier). The SSID is indicated as TSI BlueSky 8143YYWWXXX Setup, which includes the monitor’s...
  • Page 18 Enter the security code and click OK. NO T E Your computer or phone may indicate that there is no internet connection present. This is common, because the BlueSky monitor is not connected to the internet. Chapter 2...
  • Page 19 6. The browser will prompt you to enter the SSID (network name) and password of the network you want the BlueSky monitor to connect to. This network should be connected to the internet, which will be used by the BlueSky monitor to connect to the cloud. Click...
  • Page 20 8. Finally, move the Wi-Fi switch back into the operate position so it can connect to the local Wi-Fi network. The BlueSky monitor will start uploading data to the cloud once it connects to the Wi-Fi network. After successful communication with the local Wi-Fi network and the cloud has been established, the green LED should flash once every two seconds.

  • Page 21: Installing The Bluesky Air Quality Monitor

    Installing the BlueSky Air Quality Monitor 1. The BlueSky monitor comes with the mounting bracket and zip ties to secure the instrument to a pole or a wall. 2. Start by attaching the mounting bracket to the bottom of the monitor.
  • Page 22 DO NOT install the BlueSky monitor too close to the ground! Minimum distance from ground should be 1.2 meters or 4 feet to prevent water from splashing from the ground to the bottom of the BlueSky monitor. TSI recommends 3 meters or 10 feet. NO T E Use 1/4”...
  • Page 23 b. Wall mount. c. Tripod mount (The bracket needs to be removed to use the Tripod). The thread on the bottom of the device should fit most camera tripods. 4. Plug the other end of the power supply into a weatherproof “in use”...
  • Page 24 W A R N I N G DO NOT install the BlueSky monitor upside down. The bottom of the device is designed to allow for aerosol to enter the PM sensor. The bottom of the instrument is not water proof.

  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Operation

    2 seconds. If not, go to the troubleshooting guide to fix connectivity issues. 2. From any location (not necessarily by the BlueSky monitor), open any web browser and enter the BlueSky monitor landing page (www.tsilink.com) as shown below.
  • Page 26 5. You will receive an email from TSI to verify your email address. Once you receive this email click on the Verify Link. 6. Go back to the web browser and click Done on the BlueSky screen. 7. Wait for the 10-second count down then log in with your new online BlueSky login credential.
  • Page 27 8. Register your device by entering in the following information and click Done. If you do not see the Device Registration screen, click on bottom right of the map. • Location Name • Serial Number • Enable/Disable Data Viewable feature for public map •...

  • Page 28: How To View Data From One Or More Bluesky Monitors

    1. Go to www.tsilink.com and log In. 2. Click on the map and zoom in to the area where your BlueSky device pin is located. 3. Click on the device pin to view the current values. 4. Please note to view data on the cloud right after you installed the...

  • Page 29: How To Download Data From One Or More Bluesky Monitors

    How to Download Data from one or more BlueSky Monitors 1. Go to www.tsilink.com. and log In. 2. Click on the map and zoom in to the area where your BlueSky device pin is located. 3. Click on the device pin.
  • Page 30 15-minute logging intervals, the memory consumed is about 500 kb/week. A 16 GB card can run for many years before the memory is full. If the BlueSky monitor has any issues writing to the card, an error flag will be activated on the cloud that action needs to be taken.

  • Page 31: Interpreting The Data Downloaded From The Sd Card

    Interpreting the Data Downloaded from the SD Card Data downloaded from the BlueSky Air Quality Monitor will be in the following format: PM Sensor Relative Device Timestamp PM2.5 PM10 Status Temperature Humidity Status µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 µg/m3 Celsius Column A...

  • Page 32: Interpreting The Data Downloaded From The Cloud

    Interpreting the Data Downloaded from the Cloud Data downloaded from the BlueSky Cloud will include the following: Timestamp PM2.5 PM10 PM Sensor Status Temperature Relative Humidity Device Status µg/m3 µg/m3 Celsius Timestamp in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) Column A Column B PM2.5 Mass concentration data in µg/m...

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Maintenance

    For extreme conditions it is recommended that more frequent maintenance be performed every month. 1. Check the metal screen at the bottom of the BlueSky monitor. If it is dirty, remove the screen and clean it with compressed air, soap and water.

  • Page 34: Annual Maintenance Checks

    Annual Maintenance Checks NO T E For extreme conditions it is recommended that more frequent maintenance be performed every month. 1. Any maintenance should be performed only after powering the unit down by disconnecting the USB cable from the power adapter.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting The Bluesky Monitor

    Bad Power Check all power connections from the outside of the Connection Enclosure to the Monitor. The BlueSky monitor has no data on the TSI Cloud Check the LED status 1 blink every Everything is fine and the BlueSky monitor is sending...
  • Page 36 Replace sensor Sensor may be past its recommended replacement cycle of once a year. The BlueSky Move the BlueSky monitor into a more open area. monitor is located near an object that obstructs the flow. Readings are not correct Custom calibration Check the custom calibration factor.

  • Page 37: Detailed Error Code Description

    Detailed Error Code Description Tiber Status Bit Label Description Device If set, device rebooted during No reboot rebooted this interval. SDCARD SDCARD If set, data was NOT written to the SDCARD (it is either write failed write OK not present or write failed). Cloud Cloud If set, connection Cloud was...
  • Page 38 PM Sensor Status (SPS30) Bit Label Description Data Data If set, sensor readings are uncalibrated calibrated uncalibrated in this interval due to missing calibration. Cleaning Cleaning did If set, PM sensor performed a occurred not occur self-cleaning cycle during this interval.

  • Page 39: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications* PM Sensor Sensor Type ....Light scattering single particle counting Aerosol Concentration 0 to 1000 μg/m Range ......Measurements ... 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 2.5, 5.0 and 10.0 µm along with PM1.0, PM2.5 PM4. 0 and PM10 Measurement Resolution ....
  • Page 40 Maintenance Requirements PM Sensor ....Replace PM sensor every year (recommended) AC and DC Power Requirements AC Power ....100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption ... < 5 W Environmental/Installation Requirements Maximum Altitude 3000 meters (10,000 feet) Pollution Degree Installation Category *Specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 41: Index

    4 bad power connection, ground, cabinet, iv mini-USB connector, v ground, earth, iv mounting bracket, 2 BlueSky monitor, 2 guide, 5 attaching, 11 maintenance, 23 replacement, 3 caution symbols, iv humidity data, 21 mounting options, 12...
  • Page 42 power consumption, 30 SD card trademarks, ii power supply, 2 error, 20 tripod mount, 13 adapter, vi security key, 8 troubleshooting, 25 connecting, 6 self, 1 maintenance, 23 serial number, 9 unpacking, 2 replacement, 3 serial number label, vii product overview, 1 service policy, ii USB port, 6 product registration, 2...
  • Page 44 TSI Incorporated – Visit our website www.tsi.com for more information. Tel: +1 800 680 1220 India Tel: +91 80 67877200 Tel: +44 149 4 459200 China Tel: +86 10 8219 7688 France Tel: +33 1 41 19 21 99 Singapore Tel: +65 6595 6388 Germany Tel: +49 241 523030 P/N 6013929 Rev.

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