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  • Page 1 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com...
  • Page 2 Register your instrument online for extended warranty Thank you for purchasing your ION Science instrument. The standard warranty of your instrument can be extended to five years. To receive your extended warranty, you must register your instrument online within one month of purchase (terms and conditions apply.) Visit ionscience.com/instrument-registration.
  • Page 3 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Warning Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com Page 3 of 73...
  • Page 4 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Avertissement Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com Page 4 of 73...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Select the Gas ...........................16 Set Alarm Levels..........................16 4. Understanding the Display Screen ..................17 Overview ............................17 Status Icons ............................17 5. Using the TIGER Select ......................19 Start-up Modes ..........................19 Basic Start-up Mode ........................19 Advanced Start-up Mode .......................19 Operational Modes ...........................19 Using Basic Mode ..........................19...
  • Page 6 Advanced Tube Mode ........................27 6. Using the TigerPC Software and Downloading Data ..............29 PC Requirements ..........................29 Installation of TigerPC Software .......................29 Connecting a TIGER Select to a PC....................29 Opening TigerPC ..........................29 Help Screen ............................31 The Instruments List .........................32 Downloading Data Logged Readings and Instrument Settings .............32 Taking Snapshots ...........................33...
  • Page 7 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Inlet Probe Assembly ........................61 PTFE Filter Disc..........................61 Probe Seal ............................62 Water Ingress............................62 Lamp Cleaning and Electrode Stack Replacement ................62 When to Clean or Replace the Lamp .....................62 When to Replace the Electrode Stack ...................62 Removing the MiniPID 2 Sensor ....................63...

  • Page 8: Safety

    • To the extent permitted by law, ION Science shall not be liable to any person or entity for any loss or damage which may arise from the use of this manual. •...

  • Page 9: Disposal

    When using the Probe part numbers A-861414, A-861413 the Safety rating of the TIGER Select Instrument drops from II 1 G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga to II 1 G Ex ia IIB T4 Ga. The temperature performance of the unit is unaffected.
  • Page 10 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Ion Science Ltd offer a take back service. Please contact us for more information. Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com Page 10 of 73...

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    GASES THAT ARE CROSS SENSITIVE TO BENZENE WILL RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT ERRORS IN READING. The TIGER Select is a hand-held gas detector for the rapid, accurate detection of benzene and Total Aromatic Compounds (TACs). Utilising the high output ION Science 10.0 eV detection system, a reading for TACs is seen immediately on start-up.
  • Page 12 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Charge Cradle Display Screen Instrument Boot Keypad Alarm LEDs / Torch Instrument Body Probe Assembly Battery Pack Charging Contacts 11 Pump Outlet 10 Sensor Cover 12 USB Port (Type B) Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com...

  • Page 13: Upgrades

    We recommend you install the software and set up your TIGER Select as described in TigerPC Software. TIGER Select Kit ION Science provides a range of TIGER Select kits and accessories. The content of a standard kit is: • TIGER Select instrument •...

  • Page 14: Battery Packs

    ION Science or your local distributor. Battery Packs Two Battery Packs are available for the TIGER Select, a rechargeable Lithium ion Battery Pack and a non-rechargeable AA Battery Pack for 3 AA Alkaline batteries. • The Rechargeable Battery Pack is recommended for normal operation. The TIGER Select is supplied with it as standard.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Switching your TIGER Select Off Press and hold the Enter / On / Off key for 3 seconds to turn TIGER Select Off. A 3 second countdown will be displayed on the screen. While this is happening, a continuous beep will sound, and the lights will flash red.

  • Page 16: Select The Gas

    TigerPC, or using the instrument. TIGER Select instruments leave ION Science Ltd pre-set to monitor gas type TAC. Instruments are factory calibrated against isobutylene and all response factors are equivalent to this. Set Alarm Levels We recommend that alarm levels are set to user specifications as soon as possible before the TIGER Select is first used.

  • Page 17: Understanding The Display Screen

    4. The area between the two soft key indicators displays the measurement units and the gas that the instrument is currently set to detect. The TIGER Select instrument auto-ranges, therefore the number of decimal places reduce as the VOC reading increases. The minimum achievable sensitivity is 0.001 ppm, the maximum is 19,999 ppm.
  • Page 18 Flashlight/Torch: This is displayed when the flashlight/torch is turned on by pressing the A and B keys simultaneously. Lock: This is displayed when the configuration of the TIGER Select has been locked in TigerPC. Soft key B will be disabled.

  • Page 19: Using The Tiger Select

    5. Using the TIGER Select Start-up Modes TIGER Select can start up in either Basic start-up mode or Advanced start-up mode. When the TIGER Select is first switched on, the instrument will start up in Basic Start-up Mode by default. It may...

  • Page 20: Key B: Calibration

    • Factory: You can set your instrument to operate using the factory calibrated values. These are set by ION Science Ltd or authorised service centres. • Custom: You can carry out a Custom Calibration with the 10.0eV MiniPID. Custom PID calibration should be carried out as part of regular instrument maintenance.
  • Page 21 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Calibration By default, key B will be set to the Calibration function, as in Basic Mode. See Key B: Calibration above for general details of the Calibration options, and the Calibration section for full details on calibration procedures.
  • Page 22 Pressing the Information soft key provides access to a list of screens which display the current settings of the TIGER Select. Use the Up and Down keys to scroll through the list and press Enter to view a screen. Press Esc to return to the main running screen.
  • Page 23 Using the Up and Down keys scroll through the gases starting with that letter. Press Enter to select the required gas. If a tick '✓' appears, press Enter again, and TIGER Select will use the relevant data for the selected gas from the gas table for alarms, response factor, etc.
  • Page 24 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 1. TAC Mode is entered and exited by scrolling to the TAC icon and pressing Enter key. A tick '✓' will appear to confirm the selection. 2. Press the Esc key to clear the confirmation.
  • Page 25 Data Logging has stopped. Sleep Mode Press and hold the Zzz soft key to send the TIGER Select to “sleep”. A three second count down takes place before it enters Sleep Mode. All functionality is switched off. “Zzz” is displayed on screen. Press Esc to cancel.

  • Page 26: Tube Mode

    FLASH “>200” IN THE BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF THE SCREEN. Important: Benzene Pre-filter Tubes should be used for a single reading and one STEL test only. ION Science recommends that a new tube is used with each tube measurement for best accuracy and performance.

  • Page 27: Basic Tube Mode

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Basic Tube Mode The Basic Tube Mode consists of a single-point benzene reading only. The benzene test has a test time which varies with temperature. This test time is required to condition the tube which then offers a proportional output relating to the benzene being sampled.
  • Page 28 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Advanced Tube Mode Procedure 1. Follow the procedure described in Basic Tube Mode to take the initial single point reading. The display will then prompt you with the option to run the STEL measurement. Select ‘YES’...

  • Page 29: Using The Tigerpc Software And Downloading Data

    Connect your TIGER Select to the PC. The (type B) USB port of the TIGER Select is located at the back of the instrument, above the charging connectors. A flap on the Instrument Boot can be opened to reveal it.
  • Page 30 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Double-click the Tiger icon on your desktop or in the Start menu to open TigerPC (or run Tiger.exe in the installation folder). The Home page will be displayed: The menu on the left-hand side is used to select further screens.

  • Page 31: Help Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Help Screen This screen will inform you if a new version of PC software is available. You can then install the upgrade if required. We recommend that TigerPC is kept up to date to ensure that the latest functionality is available to you.

  • Page 32: The Instruments List

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 The Instruments List The Instrument(s) list in the menu lists the Internal Reference Numbers (IRNs) of the TIGER Select instruments that TigerPC has previously interfaced with and logged. Your instrument will be added to this list once TigerPC has “read” it, as described next.

  • Page 33: Taking Snapshots

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 To “un-log” an instrument, click Delete. All details of the instrument are then removed from the software. If that instrument is connected again, it will be treated as a new (previously unlogged) instrument by TigerPC.

  • Page 34: Instrument Summary Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Instrument Summary Screen Once an instrument has been read, expand its entry in the menu and click on Summary to display the Instrument Summary screen. This screen shows the current status and properties of your TIGER Select.

  • Page 35: Features Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Features Screen This screen indicates which of the available feature upgrades have been added to your TIGER Select. To purchase additional features, contact ION Science Ltd or your distributor. Once the transaction is completed and confirmed, click Update to install the features on your TIGER Select.

  • Page 36: Configuration Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Configuration Screen Use this screen to configure your TIGER Select. Click these buttons (highlighted above and below) to display or hide additional settings: Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com Page 36 of 73...
  • Page 37 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Note that the images in this topic display the default TigerPC settings. Backlight Choose from: • Permanently off • Permanently on • On in low ambient light • On for limited time Enter time for the limited time option in the field provided (1 - 99 seconds).
  • Page 38 Esc key is pressed Volume is adjusted using the slider. Vibrate Use to set your TIGER Select to vibrate under alarm conditions. Units Choose from parts per million (ppm) or milligrams per meter cubed (mg/m If you have the...
  • Page 39 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Lamp The TIGER Select is configured for use with the 10.0eV Lamp only. TIGER Select Used to configure the settings exclusive to TIGER Select: • Temperature units • Gas selection • SPAN 1 range •...
  • Page 40 • For three-point calibration, tick the checkbox and enter the SPAN 1 and SPAN 2 concentrations. Select Send to instrument to save these settings to your TIGER Select. The calibration procedure is detailed in Calibration. Datalog Select one of the following: •...
  • Page 41 TigerPC is 0000. The password can be changed using the Reset Password button. • If you forget your password please contact Ion Science so that a master password can be issued to you. Master passwords are generated daily and are only valid on the day of generation.
  • Page 42 Select 24- or 12-hour format. If required, select one of the following: • To set the time on your TIGER Select. Set the time and date in the fields provided. • To synchronise the instruments time with that of the PC.
  • Page 43 When you have configured your instrument or completed your changes, send them to your TIGER Select by clicking Send to Instrument. If your PC still fails to write to the TIGER Select, seek advice from your distributor or from ION Science Ltd.

  • Page 44: Gas Table Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Gas Table Screen Select Gas Table from the menu to display the Gas Table screen. You can modify this table and download it to your instrument. To add new gases to the table (or delete them), click the Menu button and select Allow...

  • Page 45: Firmware Screen

    Click View Release Notes for a description of the changes in the new version. To install a firmware update, connect TIGER Select to your computer as detailed previously. Ensure that your instrument is in normal operation, is not in an alarm condition and that no data-logging or Health and Safety readings are being collected.
  • Page 46 The following message is displayed: To continue, click Yes. The following message is displayed: Check that the instrument is connected and click Yes. Important: Do not operate your TIGER Select during the update process. Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com Page 46 of 73...
  • Page 47 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 The firmware will now be sent to the TIGER Select. A bar at the bottom of the screen will indicate the progress of the update. The new version will be shown on the screen.

  • Page 48: Datalog Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Datalog Screen This screen is used to view data logged readings downloaded from your TIGER Select, if a relevant upgrade has been installed. New readings are downloaded from the TIGER Select when the instrument is read.

  • Page 49: Health & Safety Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Health & Safety Screen This screen displays the latest Health and Safety readings held on your TIGER Select, if the relevant feature upgrade has been installed. New readings are downloaded from the TIGER Select...

  • Page 50: Snapshots Screen

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Snapshots Screen A snapshot records the calibration settings of your TIGER Select at a point in time. If required, your TIGER Select can be reset to a snapshot’s settings. The Snapshots screen lists those stored on the PC.
  • Page 51 On the restore pop-up that is then displayed: Click Yes to load the snapshot. When the loading is complete, click Close and restart your TIGER Select. Your TIGER Select will now be restored to the settings and calibration data stored at the time of that snapshot.
  • Page 52 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Click Delete to remove a selected snapshot. Unrivalled Gas Detection. ionscience.com Page 52 of 73...

  • Page 53: Calibration

    TigerPC. TIGER Select scales its linear output across a Zero level (clean air reference) and the SPAN 1 user-defined gas concentration. However, due to the linear output of the ION Science MiniPID 2 Sensor, a two-point calibration is often adequate. For more exacting requirements, TIGER Select therefore offers a three-point calibration which uses an additional SPAN 2 higher gas concentration.
  • Page 54 (sold separately). Please ensure you are familiar with the entire calibration procedure before attempting to calibrate your TIGER Select. The calibration of your TIGER Select must be carried out in a clean air environment. Ensure all parts of the Calibration Kit are available and ready for use.
  • Page 55 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 SPAN 1 calibration : Press Enter. The gas and concentration for SPAN 1 (previously set up in TigerPC) are displayed along with a 30 second countdown. Attach the SPAN 1 gas using the supplied Calibration Adaptor and press Enter to start the SPAN 1 countdown.

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 8. Maintenance Inadequate performance of the gas detection equipment described in this manual may not necessarily be self-evident and consequently equipment must be regularly inspected and maintained. Do not use abrasive or chemical detergents to clean the instrument as this may reduce the antistatic properties of the materials used, clean it using a damp cloth only.

  • Page 57: Tube Holder Probe Assembly Parts Diagram

    Filter Clamp Batteries Battery Packs Two types of battery packs are available for use with the TIGER Select instrument, a lithium ion Rechargeable Battery Pack and non-rechargeable AA Battery Pack (to be fitted with 3 AA Alkaline batteries). The rechargeable pack is recommended for normal operation. The AA Battery Pack should only be used when power for the rechargeable pack is unavailable.

  • Page 58: Recharging Batteries

    Please repeat annually. Ensure the TIGER Select is charged for at least 7 hours before using it for the first time. To ensure optimum charging, the TIGER Select should be switched off. If left on, the TIGER Select will take longer to charge, but will not suffer any damage.

  • Page 59: Replacement Of Rechargeable Battery Packs

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 The battery icon on the TIGER Select will display the level of charge: Battery empty When the battery is nearly empty, the icon will flash for one minute before the instrument shuts down. Battery fully charged Only use the Charge Cradle supplied with your TIGER Select.

  • Page 60: Replacement Of Non-Rechargeable Batteries

    5. Replace the Instrument Boot ensuring that it is snug around the front of the Instrument Body and the lights are not obscured. 6. Charge the TIGER Select for 7 hours before use. Replacement of Non-rechargeable Batteries BATTERY REPLACEMENT: NEVER REPLACE PRIMARY ALKALINE BATTERY CELLS WHILE IN A POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE OR HAZARDOUS LOCATION.

  • Page 61: Inlet Probe Assembly

    PTFE Filter Disc PTFE Filter Disc It is essential that the TIGER Select is always used with a supplied 0.5 micron PTFE Filter Disc fitted to the front of the instrument. Without the filter, particles of debris and dust can be drawn into the MiniPID 2 Sensor inhibiting the function of the instrument.

  • Page 62: Probe Seal

    When to Clean or Replace the Lamp The TIGER Select MiniPID uses an ultraviolet light source ionising VOC gases as they pass across the Lamp window. This process may result in a fine layer of contamination on the detector window that must be removed on a regular basis.

  • Page 63: Removing The Minipid 2 Sensor

    Before Lamp cleaning or replacement, the the MiniPID 2 Sensor must be removed. First ensure that the TIGER Select is turned off and that you are in a clean environment so that the sensor parts will not be contaminated by dust, oil or grease.

  • Page 64: Lamp Removal And Examination

    Lamp Removal and Examination The TIGER Select is a sensitive detector. Internal components must be handled with clean hands and clean tools. The TIGER Select Lamp is fragile. Handle with great care. Never touch the window and do not drop.

  • Page 65: Replacing A Lamp

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 The cleaning procedure is as follows: 1. Open the vial of Aluminium Oxide polishing compound. With a clean cotton bud collect a small amount of compound. 2. Use this cotton bud to polish the Lamp detection window. Use a circular action applying light pressure to clean the detection window.

  • Page 66: Replacing The Minipid Electrode Stack

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Replacing the MiniPID Electrode Stack At this point the MiniPID Electrode Stack can be replaced. Electrode Stack O-ring Lamp Spring Sensor Body Discard the removed (old) Electrode Stack, carefully removing the Lamp if still attached.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    Diagnostics Basic faults or diagnostics are presented as symbols. Most faults can be corrected by pressing Enter or Esc to clear the fault message. All fault conditions cause the TIGER Select to alarm. Pump failure Pump blocked or pump failure The flow of gas through the instrument has fallen below 50cc/minute.

  • Page 68: Appendix And Supporting Documents

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 10. Appendix and Supporting Documents EU Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer: ION Science Ltd, The Hive, Butts Lane, Fowlmere, Cambridge, UK. SG8 7SL Product: PhoCheck TIGER Product description: Intrinsically safe photo-ionisation gas detector for detecting volatile organic...
  • Page 69 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 ION Science Ltd has sole responsibility, on the date this product accompanied by this declaration is placed on the market, the product conforms to all technical and regulatory requirements of the above listed directives.

  • Page 70: Technical Specifications

    +/- 5% display reading +/-one digit • Intrinsically Safe Approvals II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 Ga • Tamb = - 15C ≤Ta ≤+45C (with Lithium ion Battery Pack) • Tamb = - 15C ≤Ta ≤+45C (with Alkaline Battery Pack) • ITS09ATEX26890X IECEx ITS 10.0036X •...

  • Page 71: Warranty

    Size: 465 mm (18.3”) H x 89 mm (3.5”) W x 61 mm (2.4”) D Warranty Standard Warranty can be extended to up to 5 years on the TIGER Select when registering your instrument via our website: http://ionscience.com/instrument-registration. To receive your Extended Warranty, you need to register within one month of purchase (Terms and Conditions apply).

  • Page 72: Ion Science Contact Details

    TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 ION Science Contact Details UK and Head Office USA Office ION Science Ltd ION Science Inc The Hive, Butts Lane 4153 Bluebonnet Drive Fowlmere Stafford Cambridge TX 77477 SG8 7SL Tel: +1 877 864 7710...
  • Page 73 TIGER Select Instrument User Manual V3.2 Manual Log Instrument Version Amendment Date of issue PC software firmware New manual version 03/11/2016 V0.8.07 V1.0.07 Updated manual version Formal reference to Tiger amended to Phocheck Tiger in Warnings/Official sections New EU Declaration of Conformity –...

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