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PORTACOUNT
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RESPIRATOR FIT TESTER
MODELS 8040 AND 8048
OPERATION/USER MANUAL
P/N 6010633, REVISION E
AUGUST 2019

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  • Page 1 PORTACOUNT ® RESPIRATOR FIT TESTER MODELS 8040 AND 8048 OPERATION/USER MANUAL P/N 6010633, REVISION E AUGUST 2019...
  • Page 3 Copyright© TSI Incorporated / 2017-2019 / All rights reserved. Part Number 6010633 / Revision E / August 2019 Address TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA Fax No. (651) 490-3824 LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY (effective February 2015) (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 and...
  • Page 4 BE THE RETURN OF GOODS TO SELLER AND THE REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE, OR, AT THE OPTION OF SELLER, THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE GOODS. IN THE CASE OF SOFTWARE, SELLER WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE SOFTWARE OR IF UNABLE TO DO SO, WILL REFUND THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE SOFTWARE.

  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety This section provides instructions to ensure safe and proper operation ® of the PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester Models 8040 and 8048. W A R N I N G These instruments must be used in the manner described in this manual. Failure to follow all of the procedures described in this manual can result in serious injury to you or can cause irrevocable damage to the instrument.

  • Page 6: Laser Safety

    Laser Safety The PortaCount Models 8040 and 8048 are Class 1 laser-based instruments. During normal operation, the user will not be exposed to laser radiation. However, certain precautions must be taken or you may expose yourself to hazardous radiation in the form of intense, focused visible light.

  • Page 7: Description Of Labels And Markings

    Description of Labels and Markings This section acquaints you with the advisory and identification labels on the instrument and used in this manual to reinforce the safety features built into the design of the instrument. It also identifies instrument markings. Caution C A U T I O N Caution means be careful.

  • Page 8: Rohs

    RoHS ® PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester Models 8040 and 8048 instruments meet the intent for RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. ® PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester Models 8040 and 8048 instruments meet the intent of standard IEC61326-1:2013 Accessories 804004 and 804005 meet Criteria C for Standard 61326-1:2014 Method IEC61000-4-5:2014 TUV-SUD Safety Mark, Certificate U8 18 04 41468 023, issued 2018-4-20...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety ....................iii Chemical Safety ................iii Laser Safety ................. iv Description of Labels and Markings ..........v RoHS .................... vi ....................vi Contents .................... vii CHAPTER 1 Introduction and Overview .......... 9 Why Fit Test .................. 9 Preparations for Fit Testing ............9 Identifying Parts ................
  • Page 10 Probes for Filtering-Facepiece (Disposable) Respirators .... 52 Inserting a Test Probe in a Disposable Respirator ...... 52 Conducting a Fit Test..............57 Record/Print Results ..............64 CHAPTER 7 Manage Data ..............65 Import/Export from CSV .............. 65 Multiple Database Support ............68 Custom Fields ................

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction And Overview

    CHAPTER 1 Introduction and Overview ® This manual describes both the PortaCount Model 8040 and 8048 Respirator Fit Tester Hardware and FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software. The Model 8040 is designed to measure fit factors of respirators with a filter efficiency of 99% or greater. The Model 8048 includes ™...

  • Page 12: Identifying Parts

    Respirator Respirator training is critical for any respiratory Training protection program. All employees who wear respirators must be taught how and why they are used. This training should be done prior to the fit test, not during the fit test. Consult the regulations or standards that pertain to your industry for information on training requirements.
  • Page 13 Description For use with Reference Picture Storage Cap; covers 8040 and either the cartridge 8048 cavity of the PortaCount Fit Tester or the alcohol fill capsule. Zero Check Filter – 8040 and 2 pieces; provides 8048 for the zero check and max fit factor check on the PortaCount Fit...
  • Page 14 Description For use with Reference Picture 1/8 to 1/4 Tube 8040 and Adapter; used to 8048 connect the sample tube to a respirator sample fitting (or probe) that has a ¼ inch (6.3 mm) fitting. 1/8 to 3/16 Tube 8040 and Adapter;...
  • Page 15 Description For use with Reference Picture Carrying Case; 8040 and provides protection 8048 and convenience. The case is designed to hold the PortaCount Fit tester and standard accessories. USB Cable: used to 8040 and 8048 connect the PortaCount Fit Tester to a tablet or computer.
  • Page 16 Description For use with Reference Picture Package of 100 Salt 8048 Tablets (100 mg); for use with Model 8026 Particle Generator. Power Cord: for 8048 use with Model 8026 Particle Generator. Extra Lid: for use 8048 with Model 8026 Particle Generator. Durable Carrying 8048 Case;...

  • Page 17: Reordering Supplies

    Reordering Supplies TSI part numbers for consumable supplies, accessories, and miscellaneous replacement parts are: Model/Part No. Description 8016 Box of 16, 30 ml Bottles of Isopropyl Alcohol (480 ml total) 8033 Box of 10 Alcohol Wicks 803X-ZFLTR Zero Check Filter 8017 Sampling Hose Kit with 3 Twin Tube Assemblies 10 each 3/16 in.

  • Page 18: Access And Install Fitpro Ultra Fit Test Software

    Personal Computer Requirements  ® ® ® Microsoft Windows 7 (32- and 64-bit) or Windows 10 (32- and 64-bit) operating systems.  Microsoft.Net version 4 (installation software will install Microsoft.Net if necessary)  ≥1 GHz processor.  ≥1280 x 800 screen resolution. ...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Prepare The Portacount Fit Tester For Operation

    CHAPTER 2 Prepare the PortaCount Fit Tester for Operation Install the Twin Tube Assembly The PortaCount Fit Tester has two inlet fittings, one colored blue and one colored silver. Connect the twin tube assembly to the corresponding inlet fittings; the blue tube to the blue fitting and the clear tube to the silver fitting.

  • Page 20: Prepare The Alcohol Cartridge

    Prepare the Alcohol Cartridge The wick must be saturated with isopropyl alcohol for the PortaCount Fit Tester to make particle measurements. Fill the alcohol cartridge as follows. C A U T I O N Isopropyl alcohol is hazardous material. DO NOT ingest or allow alcohol to contact your eyes or skin.
  • Page 21 3. Open the alcohol fill capsule by twisting the storage cap off (counter- clockwise). 4. Set the storage cap and alcohol cartridge down on a clean surface to prevent contamination. 5. Open a 30-ml bottle of alcohol. Invert the bottle and insert the nozzle end into the alcohol fill capsule as far as...
  • Page 22 8. Make certain the alcohol cartridge is clean and insert the alcohol cartridge into the alcohol fill capsule. Turn the capsule clockwise until it locks in place. 9. Set the alcohol fill capsule down and wait at least two minutes while the alcohol wick inside the alcohol cartridge soaks up the maximum amount of...

  • Page 23: Connect The Portacount Fit Tester

    12. Recap the alcohol fill capsule with the storage cap to prevent absorption of moisture from ambient air and the escape of alcohol vapors. 13. The PortaCount Fit Tester is now ready to be turned on. 14. When shutting down for the day, return the alcohol cartridge to the alcohol fill capsule and put the storage cap back into the cartridge cavity.

  • Page 24: Supply Power To The Portacount Fit Tester

    Supply Power to the PortaCount Fit Tester Using the AC connector provided, plug the PortaCount Fit Tester into an AC power source. Power on the instrument with the on/off button on the front. It will light up to indicate that power is on. To power the instrument off, press and hold the power button for 1 second.

  • Page 25: Connect To Fitpro Ultra Fit Test Software

    Connect to FitPro Ultra Fit Test Software Click the FitPro Ultra icon on the desktop to start the FitPro Ultra Fit Test Software. An operator login screen will be displayed requesting operator identification. Enter operator initials, name, or ID number then press Continue. The software will find the PortaCount Fit Tester(s) connected by USB or Wi-Fi, identifying each instrument by serial number and provide an option to connect to it.
  • Page 26 To begin the configuration process for the first time, power down the PortaCount Fit Tester and insert the Wi-Fi dongle into either of the two USB-A ports on the back of the PortaCount Fit Tester. Power on the PortaCount Fit Tester and wait two (2) minutes.

  • Page 27: Using A Particle Generator (Optional)

    NO T E When you change your wireless connection to access the PortaCount Fit Tester you will not have access to other network connections. This will limit functionality such as e-mail and network printing. Using a Particle Generator (optional) If minimum ambient particle concentration levels needed for fit testing are not present, particles must be generated.
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  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Fitpro Ultra Fit Test Software Operation

    CHAPTER 3 FitPro Ultra Fit Test Software Operation FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software controls and manages the ® PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester Models 8040 and 8048 and many of the records associated with fit testing. This chapter describes the operation and menus of the software. Menu The Main From any screen, select the menu icon...
  • Page 30 Fit Test Begins a fit test. Refer to Chapter 6 for complete instructions on performing a fit test. Daily Check Starts a daily check before running any fit tests. See Chapter 4 for complete instructions on performing daily checks. Real Time Mode Operates the instrument in real-time mode to do either an ambient concentration check to determine if enough particles are present to conduct fit testing, or how to...
  • Page 31 Change user, protocol, or respirator after you have already assigned a person to start a fit test. The PortaCount Fit Tester’s communication method is always displayed with a USB or a Wi-Fi symbol. FitPro Ultra Software may display a status icon .
  • Page 32 You can sort the respirators by model if desired or use a filter such as manufacturer, style, etc. From this screen you can also delete a respirator , edit information about the respirator , or display the information already collected about the respirator To add a respirator, click and fill in the required and optional...
  • Page 33 Basic Report types include: People Report of people listed in database for fit testing. Respirator Report of respirators listed in database for fit testing. Next Due Report of people due for fit testing. Past Due Report of people past due for fit testing. Daily Checks Report of logged Daily Checks.
  • Page 34 3. Click on the three-dot menu for this newly created “People Report” then click Configure. 4. Select RANGE as the filter. 5. As an example in the “FROM” input box for“Last Name,” Type “A” and click on Aaberg. Chapter 3...
  • Page 35 6. As an example in the “THROUGH” input box for “Last Name,” type “By” and then click on Byse. 7. Click Save. 8. To view or print the report: Click for this newly created “People Report” and click View/Print. FitPro Ultra Fit Test Software Operation...
  • Page 36 9. FitPro Ultra software will build the report for viewing or printing. Creating New Reports 1. Click the NEW button. Chapter 3...
  • Page 37 2. A dialog with basic report descriptions is shown. 3. From the REPORT TYPE drop-down select the type of report you want to create. 4. Enter a report name. 5. Enter a report title. 6. Optionally enter a report description. 7.
  • Page 38 9. To go back and change the type, name, title or description, click the BACK button. 10. Reports support a maximum of 6 columns. 11. From the Columns drop-down in each row of the displayed table select what data you would like to show. To omit a column and have fewer than 6, select Hide Column.

  • Page 39: Fit Test History Feature And Multi-Respirator Fit Test Card Feature

    14. As the report is configured a counter in the top right of the dialog displays the number of records that will be shown in the report as currently configured. 15. Click SAVE. The main report page is now shown with your new report in the table.
  • Page 40 6. Example card: Global Settings Select Global Settings from the Main Menu to view settings which apply when conducting fit tests, daily checks, or printing. Press EDIT to modify these screens and press SAVE to confirm your changes. Fit Test – Global Settings Field or Button Description Automatically...
  • Page 41 Field or Button Description Warn When Fit This option is enabled by default. If it is Factor is enabled, a message appears when the fit Above… factor for any exercise exceeds the value entered. The test continues regardless of the alert.
  • Page 42 Daily Check – Global Settings Changing the Daily Check settings is not recommended unless you have had advanced training in PortaCount Fit Tester operation. Print – Global Settings Field or Button Description Automatically Automatically prints one fit test report at the Print Fit Test end of each fit test.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4 Daily Checks

    CHAPTER 4 Daily Checks ® Each day, before using the PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester, you should run a series of checks to make certain the instrument is operating properly. These daily checks are:  Particle Check  Classifier Check (only for the PortaCount Model 8048 with N95 enabled) ...
  • Page 44 3. Select PortaCount from the Main menu and select Daily Check from the PortaCount menu . The Daily Check screen will be displayed. 4. If this Daily Check is to include a classifier, check for a Model 8048 with N95 enabled, click N95-Companion. Otherwise skip this step.

  • Page 45: Daily Check History Feature

    10. The Maximum Fit Factor Check is performed after the Zero Check. This check determines if the PortaCount Fit Tester is capable of measuring high fit factors and if the internal switching valve is functioning properly. The test is essentially a fit test on a HEPA filter which simulates a perfect fitting respirator.
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  • Page 47: Chapter 5 Real-Time Fitcheck Mode

    CHAPTER 5 Real-Time FitCheck Mode This chapter covers the following items:  Real-Time FitCheck Mode™  Ambient Concentration Check Real-Time Training The Real-Time FitCheck Mode™ display is generally used for respirator training and troubleshooting. It allows a test subject to experiment with strap tension and other adjustments while watching the direct effect these efforts have in real time.
  • Page 48 Select Real-Time FitCheck Mode from the PortaCount menu display the real-time fit factor screen. You can view the real-time information either with the real-time gauge or graph. To start the real-time operation, select a respirator from the drop- down list. You can select a respirator which you have defined or alternatively you can use one of two generic respirators predefined in the FitPro Ultra Software.

  • Page 49: Concentration Check

    Concentration Check Real-time operation also has an “Ambient Concentration” check mode. In this mode, the PortaCount Fit Tester continuously measures the particle concentration through the ambient inlet port. This allows you to easily check ambient concentration of the fit testing area in preparation to conduct testing.
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  • Page 51: Chapter 6 Fit Testing

    CHAPTER 6 Fit Testing Precautions for Fit Testing The following is a discussion of several precautions to consider prior to conducting a fit test: Fit Testing Smokers exhale particles for at least 30 minutes People Who after they have smoked a cigarette or cigar. The Smoke PortaCount Fit Tester can count these particles Cigarettes or...

  • Page 52: About Respirators And Fit Testing

    About Respirators and Fit Testing The conventional way to quantitatively fit test is through the use of probed test respirators, but fit tests can also be performed on disposable respirators and positive pressure respirators. This chapter discusses the types of respirators and provides instructions on installing a sampling port to a disposable filtering-facepiece.
  • Page 53 Fit Testing with the Person's Own Assigned Respirator Some respirators, especially older models, do not have fit test adapters available. In that case, a permanently probed test respirator is the only option. Respirator Manufacturers' Technique There are a growing number of respirator manufacturers who provide respirator sampling adapters that permit fit testing in one's own respirator.

  • Page 54: Probes For Filtering-Facepiece (Disposable) Respirators

    Probes for Filtering-Facepiece (Disposable) Respirators Disposable respirators can be fit tested by inserting a test probe through the filter material. The optional TSI Model 8025-N95 Probe Kit includes disposable probes and insertion tools. Order TSI Model 8025-N95R Probe Refill Kit for additional probes (no tools). NO T E The PortaCount Model 8040 can successfully fit test class-100, class-99, and P3 disposable respirators.
  • Page 55 For flat “duckbill” style respirators, install the probe near the outer edge of the bottom panel where it cannot be blocked by the person’s chin. For respirators with center-mounted exhalation valves, install the probe to the left or right of the valve. DO NOT install the probe above or below the valve because this risks having the probe blocked by the person’s nose or chin, respectively.
  • Page 56 Correct probe location to left (or right) of valve Wrong probe location below (or above) valve For respirators with an outer mesh, install the probe normally as if the mesh was not present. The sampling probe and push nut will seal properly right through the mesh. 2.
  • Page 57 Sampling Probe 3. Choose a location on the respirator that is in front of the person's nose/mouth region. Avoid seams and folds in the respirator. 4. Pierce the respirator at the selected location, using the piercing tool with the loaded sampling probe. BE SURE TO PIERCE THE RESPIRATOR FROM THE INSIDE! Push Nut Positioned on...
  • Page 58 8. Press the two tools firmly together to force the push nut as far as possible onto the probe. The respirator material should be tightly pinched and the respirator, sampling probe, and push nut should be joined together as illustrated. Push the Tools Together to Fasten the...

  • Page 59: Conducting A Fit Test

    Conducting a Fit Test Before you conduct a fit fest, be certain you have read the Operation and Daily Check chapters. Conduct a Fit Test as follows: 1. Instruct the user to put on the respirator five minutes before the fit test starts to purge the particles trapped inside the respirator and permit the wearer to make certain the respirator is comfortable.
  • Page 60 2. Make sure the instrument is turned on, the alcohol cartridge is charged with alcohol, and the twin tube assembly is attached as described in Chapter 3. Launch the FitPro Ultra Software. Select PortaCounts from the main menu . Then from the PortaCount menu select Fit Test.
  • Page 61 5. Once the fit test is configured, select . The following Ready screen will appear. 6. Press START to begin the fit test. 7. Have the user follow the animated fit test exercises one after another as prompted. The active exercise is highlighted in the table and the animation shows the actions and pace of the exercise.
  • Page 62 Exercise Name Description Grimace Grimace by smiling and/or frowning to create a leak in the respirator face seal. This exercise will often result in a failed fit factor, which is why the OSHA standard allows you to exclude that fit factor when computing the overall fit factor.
  • Page 63 8. Each exercise is accompanied by a guage of real time fit factor performance as shown below. If the guage indicates green then the fit is projected to be better than the pass/fail level you have established for this respirator. If the gauge indicates red then it is projected to be below the pass/fail level.
  • Page 64 NO T E In the USA, OSHA requires a minimum fit factor of 100 for half respirators and 500 for full-face respirators. If necessary, consult the appropriate regulation or standard in your country or geography.  If the test was a Pass, the fit test is over. Also, if the fit test passed, issue that exact size and model respirator to the test subject.
  • Page 65 Problem Solution Not using high If high-efficiency class-99 or class-100 efficiency filters filters (P3 for non-USA users) are not being used on the respirator, you may never get a high fit factor. Filters such as class-95, P1 and P2 (for non-USA users) allow some ambient air particles to get through and be interpreted as face seal leakage by the PortaCount Fit Tester.

  • Page 66: Record/Print Results

    Problem Solution Hair or foreign Make sure the exhalation valve is clear. A material in exhalation single hair can make a big difference. valve Cigarette smoker DO NOT allow the individual to smoke for at least 30 minutes prior to the fit test. Suspiciously High Fit Factors When fit testing full or half face respirators in most ambient environments, fit factors greater than 100,000 are considered...

  • Page 67: Chapter 7 Manage Data

    CHAPTER 7 Manage Data Import/Export from CSV FitPro Ultra software allows importing and exporting data to and from CSV files. IM PO RT ANT N O T E FitPro Ultra software can import CSV files that have been exported from FitPro+ software. To Export to a CSV File 1.
  • Page 68 4. Select a database table. 5. Select the delimiter. to a location where you want your CSV file to be saved. 7. Define a and click 8. Click on Chapter 7...
  • Page 69 To Import from a CSV File. 1. Click on then 2. Click for the database you would like to import data into then click 3. Select a database table. 4. Select the delimiter.

  • Page 70: Multiple Database Support

    5. Set NOTE: If enabled, records will not be duplicated. 6. Click and navigate to the CSV file you would like to import. 7. Select the CSV file and click 8. Click Multiple Database Support FitPro Ultra supports multiple databases. 1.

  • Page 71: Custom Fields

    9. Enter notes about the database in 10. Click on The “New Database” screen is shown below. Custom Fields FitPro Ultra software supports custom labels and fields for fit test history records.
  • Page 72 1. Click on then 2. Click for the database you would like to create custom labels and fields for, then click 3. Click 4. Type a label for the custom field in 5. Configure the new field as either a drop-down or text input in 6.
  • Page 73 2.) To add another, click and repeat. 3.) To delete an option, click for the option.
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  • Page 75: Chapter 8 Preventive Maintenance, Service, And Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 8 Preventive Maintenance, Service, and Troubleshooting Maintenance Recalibration Interval ® TSI recommends that the PortaCount Models 8040 and 8048 Respirator Fit Testers be cleaned and recalibrated annually. Try to arrange your fit testing schedule to allow for annual factory recalibration.
  • Page 76 Message Description When the “High concentration message” is High Concentration displayed, it means that the PortaCount Fit Message Tester detects ambient concentration levels higher than recommended. Prolonged exposure to excessive concentration levels could degrade the performance of the PortaCount Fit Tester over time, resulting in failed daily checks or a “Low Particle”...
  • Page 77 W A R N I N G NEVER ship the PortaCount Fit Tester back to TSI with any alcohol bottles. Isopropyl Alcohol is a hazardous material and must not be shipped without appropriate Dangerous Goods labeling and packaging. Changing the Alcohol Wick The wick inside the alcohol cartridge may be changed in the field.
  • Page 78 To remove the alcohol wick from the alcohol cartridge: 1. Grasp the cartridge with both hands. With the knob in one hand and the wick retainer cap in the other, twist and pull apart the assembly. The cartridge should snap apart exposing the end of the white alcohol wick.
  • Page 79 9. Align the two halves of the alcohol cartridge and press firmly until they snap together. Operation in High Humidity When using PortaCount Model 8040/8048 in a high humidity environment, the wick assembly will retain water moisture more rapidly than normal and will require more frequent wick replacements. Water moisture collecting in the wick is a normal occurrence, but is greatly increased with a rise in humidity.
  • Page 80 Procedure A Obtain a source of clean compressed gas, such ® as Chemtronics or equivalent. It must have a long nozzle (straw) in order to reach deep into the PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester.  Turn the PortaCount Fit Tester off and remove the alcohol cartridge.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    Put the PortaCount Fit Tester down in normal operating position and perform Procedure A. Troubleshooting This section lists a series of symptoms, their possible causes and recommended solutions for problems with the PortaCount Fit Testers. If your symptom is not listed, or if none of the solutions solve your problem, please contact TSI Technical Service.
  • Page 82 Always perform the Daily Checks as described in Chapter 4 as the first troubleshooting step. Passing the Daily Checks usually indicates that the PortaCount Fit Tester is working properly and that the problem is elsewhere, such as the connection to the respirator and/or the respirator itself.
  • Page 83 Symptom Possible Causes Solution Low Particle Moisture build-up inside Change alcohol wick PortaCount Fit Tester. message inside the Alcohol (continued) Cartridge. Dump old alcohol from the Alcohol Fill Capsule and add fresh alcohol. Run two hours to dry optics (remove the alcohol cartridge and install storage cap).
  • Page 84 Symptom Possible Causes Solution Fails Zero Check O-ring on alcohol Replace O-ring. Smear a (continued) cartridge is not sealing. very small amount of grease (such as petroleum jelly) on the O-ring. Tube fittings on Tighten fittings with pliers. PortaCount Fit Tester are loose.
  • Page 85 Symptom Possible Causes Solution Suspicious PortaCount Fit Tester is Run two hours to dry the flooded with alcohol. readings optics (remove cartridge and install storage cap). (If the PortaCount Tube fittings on Tighten with pliers. Fit Tester passes PortaCount Fit Tester are the Daily Checks, loose.
  • Page 86 Symptom Possible Causes Solution Particle count is Alcohol level is low. Replenish alcohol. zero or near zero Sampling through HEPA Remove filter. Filter. Twin Tube Assembly is Remove the blockage. blocked. Moisture buildup in Change Alcohol Wick Alcohol Wick. inside Alcohol Cartridge. Run two hours to dry optics (remove the alcohol cartridge and install...
  • Page 87 Symptom Possible Causes Solution High A near-by particle Turn off or turn down any Concentration generator is elevating particle generators message ambient concentration operating in the vicinity levels. such as humidifiers or the TSI Model 8026 Particle Generator. Keep all forms of particle generation at least 6 ft (1.8 m) from the PortaCount Fit Tester...
  • Page 88 Symptom Possible Causes Solution Option 1 If FitPro Ultra USB connectivity issue software running Unplug the affected USB on a device (i.e., cable from the USB HUB computer or for 3 seconds, plug it tablet) loses back in and reconnect communication to FitPro Ultra software from the PortaCount Fit...

  • Page 89: Appendix A Specifications

    APPENDIX A Specifications (Specifications are subject to change.) Model 8040 PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester Size (W x D x H) ......9.5 x 8.5 x 6.75 in. (24 x 22 x 17 cm) Weight 5.0 lb. (2.3 kg) Unit only ........With standard accessories and case .........
  • Page 90 Minimum PC Hardware Requirements for FitPro Ultra ® Fit Test Software ...... Windows 7 (32- and 64-bit) or ® Windows 10 (32- and 64-bit) operating system  Microsoft.Net version 4 (installation software will install Microsoft.Net if necessary) NOTE: An internet connection is required to install Microsoft.Net ...

  • Page 91: Model 8048 Portacount Respirator Fit Tester

    Fit Factor Measurement Direct measurement of fit factor (C (Respirator leakage is measured simultaneously while test subject moves and breathes.) Model 8048 PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester Size (W x D x H) ......9.5 x 8.5 x 6.75 in. (24 x 22 x 17 cm) Weight 6.8 lb.
  • Page 92 Minimum PC Hardware Requirements for FitPro Ultra ® Fit Test Software ...... Windows 7 (32- and 64-bit) or ® Windows 10 (32- and 64-bit) operating system  Microsoft.Net version 4 (installation software will install Microsoft.Net if necessary) NOTE: An internet connection is required to install Microsoft.Net ...
  • Page 93 Fit Factor Measurement Direct measurement of fit factor (C (Respirator leakage is measured simultaneously while test subject moves and breathes.) PortaCount Fit Testers provide fit testing compliant with OSHA 29CFR1910.134, ANSI/ASTM Z88.10-2001, CSA Z94.4-2011, HSE 282/28. NO T E Electrically noisy power networks in a building can cause USB communication drop outs for USB HUB (804004) and USB Extender Cable (804005).
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  • Page 95: Appendix B The Rainbow Passage

    APPENDIX B The Rainbow Passage...
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  • Page 97: Index

    Index chemical safety, iii delimiter, 66, 67 classifier check, 41 disconnect PortaCount 8025-N95 probe kit, 52 common problems, 62 option, 28 alcohol cartridge, 63 duckbill style respirator, high efficiency filters, 63 interference in face AC adapter, 12 seal, 63 caution, 22 leaking fit test adapter, reordering, 15 electrical noise, 91...
  • Page 98 N95 high concentration print message, 39 automatically print, 40 N95 enabled, 42 N99 high concentration results, 64 N95-Companion message, 39 show card on fit test technology, 9 show card on fit test report, 40 neck strap, 13 report, 40 show signature lines on new custom field, 70 show signature lines on fit test report, 40...
  • Page 99 fit testing with personal real time mode, 28 troubleshooting respirator, 51 respirators, 30 suspicious readings, 83 manufacturers’ starting, 16 troubleshooting technique, 51 software and firmware suspiciously high fit outer mesh, 54 wizard, 16 factors, 83 probed test, 50 specifications, 87, 89 troubleshooting probes for filtering status, 22...
  • Page 101 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 6010633 Rev.

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