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- Page 1 F4501 & F4501ED SAFE-AIR TESTER OPERATING MANUAL FAC QAM 190 Issue D 09/18...
- Page 2 FAC QAM 190 Issue D 09/18...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page No Introduction Calibration & Warranty Equipment List Pre Use Start-Up Selecting the test standard and configuring the instrument. Initiating a Breathing-Air Test Completing a Breathing-Air Test Continuous Oxygen Reading Reviewing Test Results Exporting Test Results and PC Software Appendix 1 - Helpful Tips Appendix 2 - Draeger Tube Tip Cutter Appendix 3 - Reading the Draeger Oil Impactor and Chemical... -
Page 4: Introduction
10 working days providing there is no major damage that requires an extensive rebuild. (Allow an extra 5 working days for calibration of ED versions.) Note:- Please download all stored data before returning the Tester to Factair. Temperature Parameters Storage: -20/+50°C... -
Page 5: Equipment List
Battery Tray Mains Input USB Connection Power On Air Inlet Water Carbon Dioxide Carbon Monoxide Odour Check Button Sintered Outlet Colour Touch Screen Display Equipment List: F4501 Safe-Air Tester Hard Case Mains Power Supply USB Memory Cable 6 x AA Alkaline Batteries Travel Container for used detector tubes Tube Tip Cutter F3002 High Pressure Regulator complete with connection hose... -
Page 6: Pre Use
1. Pre-Use F4501 Safe-Air Testers are fitted with internal lithium rechargeable batteries and in addition also have a battery tray which accommodates 6 off size AA alkaline type batteries packed separately and stored underneath the tester within the case. In the event that the rechargeable batteries are not sufficiently recharged then you can continue to use the instrument with either the Alkaline AA batteries or mains power supply. -
Page 7: Start-Up
2. Start Up To carry out a test first switch on the machine by pressing and holding the green “on” button, located on the right-hand side of the unit, for approximately 3 seconds. A splash screen will be displayed which shows the instruments hardware and firmware versions. -
Page 8: Selecting The Test Standard And Configuring The
Note – If the begin test icon is in greyed out this will be because no test results are currently stored on the tester. Note – If the begin test icon is in greyed out this will be because the instrument’s memory is full (20 tests maximum) and you need to remove at least 1 test before you can proceed. -
Page 9: Initiating A Breathing-Air Test
The times are set prior to the unit being supplied but they can be adjusted as necessary. To select the test standard or the units of measure press the right hand icon. In this menu you can then choose the following; sample rate, pressure and temperature units of measure and the breathing-air test standard. - Page 10 The unit will automatically calibrate the oxygen cell against the surrounding atmosphere; the unit therefore needs to be in a well ventilated area. Note:- If the temperature is greater than 40°C inside the instrument the calibration will operate for an extended period to stabilise the Oxygen cell.
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Page 11: Completing A Breathing-Air Test
4.1 Completing an Air Quality Test Select the required test to be undertaken from the 3 options High-pressure charging compressors High-pressure cylinder 200bar or lower High-pressure cylinder greater than 200bar Note: For cylinder tests please ensure the test is carried out on a recently filled, fully charged cylinder. Note: For the high-pressure charging compressor test a DIN to DIN adaptor ref: F2158 is required to connect the F3002 high-pressure regulator to a charging hose. - Page 12 Replace the batteries and repeat the test, if the screen reappears then the unit should be returned to Factair for investigation. Once the purge has finished, the Water (not ED version), CO, CO...
- Page 13 F4501ED only If the instrument detects that the dewpoint meter’s rate of change is still too high (>0.2°C per minute) it will automatically continue the test until this stabilises up to a maximum test time of 15 minutes. The Impactor can now be removed and evaluated.
- Page 14 As each reading had been entered the input box will turn green, once all the results have been entered press the right had arrow to proceed. The “test complete” screen displays all the measurements recorded during the test. And automatically determines whether the test was a pass or fail against the standard displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
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Page 15: Continuous Oxygen Reading
5.0 Continuous Oxygen Reading The F4501 can also provide a continuous oxygen reading. When you start a test press and hold the O cylinder for a few seconds when it is in its self calibration mode. Note:- If the temperature is greater than 40°C inside the instrument the calibration will operate for an extended period to stabilise the Oxygen cell. -
Page 16: Reviewing Test Results
6.0 Reviewing Test Results From the main menu button press the review test button. The F4501 & F4501ED can store up to 20 test results and each individual test is titled by the date and time when the test was completed. To review a previous test select it then press the right hand arrow. -
Page 17: Exporting Test Results And Pc Software
7.0 Exporting test results and PC software To transfer test results from the Safe-Air Tester to the PC software you must first install the software on your PC. This is available in the download section of Factair’s website: http://www.factair.co.uk/downloads Then click on the File drop down menu and select “Import test results from F4500 via USB... - Page 18 Once loaded further information can be added about the following:- Test location. Date next test due. Test engineer and relevant address. Note:- These details can be saved as default. When complete you can save the test result file and if required print off a certificate. In the UK, Health and Safety Executive guideline HSG53 recommends test results should be retained for a minimum of 5 years.
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Page 19: Appendix 1 - Helpful Tips
When using the mains power supply, ensure that the Tester is switched off prior to connection and disconnection. For any additional advice and information please contact Factair on: +44 (0) 1473 746400. FAC QAM 190 Issue D 09/18... -
Page 20: Appendix 2 - Draeger Tube Tip Cutter
Appendix 2 Draeger Tube Tip Cutter The F2187 is especially designed to prevent glass from falling out of the opener by accident. The reservoir for the broken-off tips is easy to empty. Instructions Place the end of the tube 2. Push the tube at an angle to 3. -
Page 21: Appendix 3 - Reading The Draeger Oil Impactor And Chemical
Appendix 3 Reading the Draeger Oil Impactor and Chemical Reagent Tubes Oil Impactor The Oil Impactor’s protective seal must be kept in place for the duration of the test and only removed after the test has been completed. With a standard measurement range of 0.1 to 1.0 mg/m the Impactor has a limit of detection of 0.05 mg/m . - Page 22 Each pack of tubes has its own instruction leaflet but the following notes should help you take readings after the tests have been completed. Each tube has an expiry date which is located on the back of its storage box. Oil (67 28371) REQUIREMENT THE AIR SHOULD HAVE A MAXIMUM OIL CONTENT OF 0.5 MG/M³...
- Page 23 Water (H O) (67 28531) REQUIREMENTS FOR AIRLINES BELOW 40 BAR THE PRESSURE DEWPOINT TO BE 5°C BELOW THE LIKELY LOWEST TEMPERATURE. WHERE THE LIKELY LOWEST TEMPERATURE IS NOT KNOWN THE PRESSURE DEWPOINT SHOULD NOT EXCEED -11°C. FOR HIGH-PRESSURE CYLINDERS THE FOLLOWING UPPER LIMITS APPLY: - 40 TO 200 BAR = 50MG/M³, ABOVE 200BAR = 35MG/M³...
- Page 24 For the CO tube (67 28521), there is an option to adjust the test volume up by a factor of two to increase the number of scale points. This option can be set within the setup menu as shown below. When entering the test results into the tester, the tube reading shall automatically be divided by two, to reflect the actual reading as shown below.
- Page 25 Disposal of Draeger-Tubes When Draeger tubes have been used, or unopened tubes have exceeded their expiry date, they should be disposed of using one of the following methods: Used Tubes Submerge the tube(s) in a beaker or metal container filled with water and allow to soak for 24 hours. Treat the residual water in accordance with local authority waste regulations (some tube aqueous waste may require neutralisation prior to disposal).
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Page 26: Appendix 4 Breathing-Air Standard
Appendix 4 Breathing-Air Standard BS EN12021 & EN12021:2014 Odour The gas shall be free from unsatisfactory odour or taste. Oxygen (21 ± 1)% Carbon ≤ 500 PPM Dioxide Carbon ≤ 5 PPM Monoxide ≤ 0.5 mg/m Water Where the apparatus is used and stored at a known Airline temperature the pressure dewpoint shall be at least 5°C <40Bar... -
Page 27: Appendix 5 - Breathing Air Quality Testing - Why
Appendix 5 - Air Quality Testing – Why? The required quality of breathing air is stated in EN12021 is to provide information on the safe limits of potential contaminant gases within breathing air and to ensure that the life support gas of oxygen is of an adequate level. -
Page 28: Frequency Of Breathing-Air Tests
Frequency of Breathing-Air Tests Low Pressure Systems The purpose of periodically testing air quality is to make sure that the control measures you have put in place are delivering the air quality required. In the UK national forward to EN12021 advises that samples should be taken and analysed at least every three months or more frequently if there has been a change in, or concerns relating to, the production process. -
Page 29: Recording Breathing-Air Quality Test Results
Recording Breathing-Air Quality Test Results When undertaking breathing-air quality tests, results should be retained. In the UK the regulations COSHH stipulates the information retained should include: the name and address of the employer responsible for the RPE; particulars of the equipment and of the distinguishing number or mark, together with a description sufficient to identify it, and the name of the maker;... -
Page 30: Compressed Air For Breathing Apparatus From En529
A.4.5 Compressed air for breathing apparatus from EN529 A.4.5 Compressed air for breathing apparatus (EN12021) A.4.5.1 General A compressor system will have produced the compressed air supplied to a breathing apparatus. The compressor system may be used for filling individual high-pressure pressure vessels or those on a mobile trolley or to supply air direct to breathing apparatus and other air-tools used in the workplace. -
Page 31: Coshh L5 Sixth Edition
COSHH L5 (Sixth Edition 2013) EXTRACTS FROM CODE OF PRACTICE RELATING TO RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (RPE) 178. The maintenance, examination and tests should be in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Examinations should comprise a thorough visual examination of all parts of the respirator or breathing apparatus, to ensure that all parts are present, correctly fltted, and the equipment is in good working order. - Page 32 Equipment that has deteriorated significantly or is faulty should be effectively repaired or disposed of safely. Reproduced from COSHH Approved Codes of Practice L5 by Factair Ltd with the permission of the Controller of HMSO. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0...
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Page 33: Respiratory Protective Equipment At Work
Respiratory Protective Equipment at Work A practical guide HSG53 (Fourth edition, published 2013) Dos and don’ts Do’s Don’t’s Always ensure the breathing apparatus is in Never place the hose inlet near to potential good working order before putting it on, sources of contamination, eg vehicle even when new. - Page 34 Compressed air 2. Compressed air for BA normally originates from a compressor system. The maintenance, examination and testing of compressors should be carried out according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The siting of air inlets to compressors should follow the same principles as for fresh air hose.
- Page 35 FAC QAM 190 Issue D 09/18...
- Page 36 Factair Ltd 49 Boss Hall Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5BN Tel Sales: +44 (0) 1473 746400 Tel Hire: +44 (0) 1473 746444 Fax: +44 (0) 1473 747123 Email: enquiries@factair.co.uk www.factair.co.uk FAC QAM 190 Issue D 09/18...