TSI Instruments SIDEPAK SP330 User Manual
TSI Instruments SIDEPAK SP330 User Manual

TSI Instruments SIDEPAK SP330 User Manual

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E x p o s u r e M o n i t o r i n g
Models SP330/SP350
S
P
Personal
IDE
AK
Sampling Pumps
User Guide
1980454, Revision F
February 2009
SP330
SP350

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  • Page 1 E x p o s u r e M o n i t o r i n g Models SP330/SP350 Personal ™ Sampling Pumps User Guide 1980454, Revision F February 2009 SP330 SP350...
  • Page 2 Copyright © TSI Incorporated / Revision F / 2003–2009 / All rights reserved. Address TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA Fax No. (651) 490-3824 Limitation of Warranty and Liability (effective July 2000) Seller warrants the goods sold hereunder, under normal use and service as described in the operator's manual, shall be free from defects in workmanship and material for twenty-four (24) months, or the length of time specified in the operator's manual, from the date of shipment to the customer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ..............III European Community..............iii ™ SP330 ATEX Rating Label ........iii ATEX and CE Rating Explanation ..........iv North America................iv ™ SP330 Rating Label..........iv Intrinsic Safety Rating Information.......... v CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ... 1 ™ SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pump Kit Photos and Accessory Descriptions ..........
  • Page 4 CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE ............29 Maintaining Rechargeable Battery Packs ........29 Charging a NiMH Battery Pack ..........29 Using and Maintaining the Sorbent Tube Holders ...... 30 Cleaning the Sorbent Tube Holders ........31 Using and Maintaining the Respirable Cyclone Kit ..... 31 Cleaning the Cyclone ............
  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information Personal Sampling Pumps are designed to collect air The TSI S ™ samples using accepted industrial hygiene principles, practices and techniques with recommended maintenance and service as required. This User Guide may not address all health and safety concerns associated with these products and their use.
  • Page 6: Atex And Ce Rating Explanation

    ATEX and CE Rating Explanation CE Marking: ATEX Zone Rating Approval: • – CE Mark • Group II – Non-mining products • Category 1 – Flammable materials always present • G – Gas rating; for use in gas, vapor, or mist atmospheres •...
  • Page 7: Intrinsic Safety Rating Information

    Intrinsic Safety Rating Information TSI Battery Pack P/Ns 801722, 801724, 801728, or 801729 INTRINSICALLY SAFE CSA Exia T2A with 801724 or 801729 T2C with 801722 or 801728 Class I Groups A, B, C, D; Class II Groups E, F, G; Class III File: 200507...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Unpacking And Parts Identification

    Chapter 1 Unpacking and Parts Identification ™ Carefully unpack your Model SP330 or SP350 S Personal Sampling Pump from the shipping container. Use the photos and accessory descriptions below to determine which components are included with the kit or single unit you purchased. If any parts are missing, contact TSI immediately.
  • Page 10 Single-Unit Kit with 801708/801736 or 801722/801728/801735 Battery Pack Three-Unit Kit with 801723/801724/801729 Battery Pack Chapter 1...
  • Page 11 Three-Unit Kit with 801708/801736 or 801722/801728/801735 Battery Pack Five-Unit Kit with 801723/801724/801729 Battery Pack Unpacking and Parts Identification...
  • Page 12 Five-Unit Kit with 801708/801736 or 801722/801728/801735 Battery Pack Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture 37-mm Filter Cassette 801709 25-mm Filter Cassette 801726* Sampling media (i.e., filter cassettes and sorbent tubes) are not included. Chapter 1...
  • Page 13 Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Cyclone Kit 801721 Single Non-Adjustable 801720* Sorbent Tube Kit Single Adjustable 801695* Sorbent Tube Kit Double Adjustable 801696 Sorbent Tube Kit Sampling media (i.e., filter cassettes and sorbent tubes) are not included. Unpacking and Parts Identification...
  • Page 14 Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Triple Adjustable 801697 Sorbent Tube Kit Low Flow 801699 Adapter/Constant Pressure Controller Pump Service Kit 801725 Hard Single-Unit Carry 1319315 Case 12.2” x 8” x 3.75” Battery Pack 801708/ 801736 Sampling media (i.e., filter cassettes and sorbent tubes) are not included. Chapter 1...
  • Page 15 Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Battery Pack 1600 mAH 801723 1650 mAH 801724/ 801729 Battery Pack 801722/ 2700 mAH 801728/ 801735 Power Supply with 2613210 U.S. Line Cord Soft Single-Unit Carry 1319289 Case 11.25” × 9” × 4.25” Hard 3-Unit Carry 1319316 Case 17”...
  • Page 16 Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Hard 5-Unit Carry 1319337 Case 24.25” × 19.5” × 8.75” U-Tube Kit 801704 Sorbent Tube Cover 2902021 Large Sorbent Tube 2902024 Cover Belt Clip for S 1206134 ™ Instruments Chapter 1...
  • Page 17 Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Sample Tube, Vinyl 801693 37-mm Filter Cassette 1309062 Clip 25-mm Filter Cassette 1309164 Clip Cyclone/Filter 1309157 Cassette Clip Luer Adapter 1611303 Screwdriver, 3012094 Reversible Phillips Flat Unpacking and Parts Identification...
  • Page 18 Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture SP330/SP350 User 1980454 Guide SP330/350 Quick 1980540 Reference Card ™ NimH 1980534 Battery Maintenance Card Chapter 1...
  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Setting-Up

    Chapter 2 Setting-Up Supplying Power to the S Personal Sampling Pump You must attach a battery pack to the S Personal Sampling Pump ™ prior to use. There are four different TSI battery packs designed for the SP330 or SP350: 1650 and 2700 mAH rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery packs, AA battery pack that allows you to use standard AA- size batteries, and ATEX approved 1600 mAH rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery.
  • Page 20: Battery Information

    Battery Information Charge Intrinsically ATEX Battery Option Time Safe CSA Rating Rating 1600 mAH NiMH ATEX Pack (P/N 801723) hours 1650 mAH NiMH Exia T2A/ Pack (P/N 801724 hours ATEX Class I or 801729) Groups A, B, C, D Class II Groups E, F, G Class III...
  • Page 21: Charging Procedure

    charging cycle the battery will fully charge. However, the battery’s run time information will become more accurate after each successive charge and discharge cycle. Simply put, the more you use the instrument with the NiMH battery, the smarter it will get ™...
  • Page 22: Storage Of Nimh Battery Packs Between Uses

    Storage of NiMH Battery Packs Between Uses Remember that all rechargeable battery technologies (NiMH, NiCad, LiIon, Lead Acid, etc.) will lose charge over time due to charge dissipation. If you store your S instruments between uses for ™ more than 2 months (60 days) make sure that it is completely charged before doing so.
  • Page 23: Installing The Aa Battery Pack

    Place the battery pack on top of the SP330 or SP350 body and push firmly to slide it on. Make sure that the front edge of the battery fits under the lip near the keypad. Once the battery pack is fully seated and the screw holes are lined up, fasten it in place using the two battery screws provided.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Cells In The Aa Battery Pack

    Attach the battery cover by carefully placing it in the position shown. Slide the cover forward, and under the lip on the instrument. Fasten it in place with two screws. Replacing the Cells in the AA Battery Pack To replace the disposable cells in the AA battery pack, remove the battery pack.
  • Page 25 Battery Screw Power Port Inlet Assembly Dust Plug The power supply cannot run the S pump and charge the ™ battery at the same time. Make sure the instrument is turned off to initiate the charging cycle. If the display does not show CHARGING BATTERY, it is not charging.
  • Page 26: Keypad Functions

    Keypad Functions To turn the instrument ON, press the PAGE key. The model number, serial number, firmware revision and remaining battery charge are displayed for a few seconds before entering Ready Mode. To turn the instrument OFF, press and hold the PAGE key for three (3) seconds.
  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Operation

    Chapter 3 Operation Overview The S SP330 and SP350 Personal Sampling Pumps are integrated ™ portable sampling pumps used for occupational exposure monitoring and area assessment. The sampling pump flow rate is user-adjustable, allowing you to attach a wide variety of collection media for sampling from the worker’s breathing zone or other locations.
  • Page 28: Keypad Functions

    Keypad Functions To turn the instrument ON, press the PAGE key. The model number, serial number, firmware revision and % battery charge are displayed for a few seconds before entering Ready Mode. To turn the instrument OFF, press and hold the PAGE key for three (3) seconds.
  • Page 29: Identifying Side Pak ™ Sp330 And Sp350 Features

    Identifying S SP330 and SP350 Features ™ Battery Screw Power Port Inlet Assembly Dust Plug Battery Screw Remove these two screws to remove the battery pack. Power Port Connect the 9 VDC power supply/charger to this port to charge TSI NiMH battery packs or to power the instrument at any time.
  • Page 30: Ready Mode

    Ready Mode When the S SP330 and SP350 are first turned on they always go ™ into Ready Mode. In Ready Mode the display alternates between READY MODE, ENTER = START and ELAPSED TIME XXXX MIN. Note If you view a submenu and leave the display in that location, the SP330 and SP350 “Times Out”...
  • Page 31 Appendix E for Quick Reference Guide. Operation...
  • Page 32: Flow Setpoint

    Flow Setpoint The Flow Setpoint submenu allows you to manually adjust the pump flow rate from the instrument keypad. The Flow Setpoint adjustment range is from 25% to 99.9% of full scale. You must use an external calibrator when adjusting the Flow Setpoint (refer to “Calibrating a S SP330/SP350”...
  • Page 33: Reset All

    Reset All The Reset All submenu resets all of the user-adjusted and set values of: Runtime data, Total Time data, Flow Setpoint and Delay Start to their default values. The default values are as follows: • Runtime = 0 minutes •...
  • Page 34: Flow Mode

    The pump will automatically start and begin your sampling event and continue until the Total Time has been reached. 3. Or, the display will now show PUMP START, IN XXX MIN. for all Set Programs with a Delay Start defined. The pump will automatically start when the Delay Start time has elapsed and begin your sampling event.
  • Page 35: Low Flow Adapter

    Low Flow Adapter 1. Start up the S SP330 or SP350 and let it warm up for 2 ™ minutes prior to starting this procedure. 2. Adjust the pump flow rate to 1000 cc/min. referring to “Flow Setpoint” section in this chapter. 3.
  • Page 36: High Flow Operation

    High Flow Operation The S SP330 and SP350 are operated in a continuous flow mode ™ when used for high flow sampling with filter cassettes and other high flow sampling devices (i.e., cyclones, impactors, impingers, bubblers, IOM Samplers, etc). The S SP330 and SP350 have flow rate ranges ™...
  • Page 37: Chapter 4 Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance The S SP330 and SP350 require periodic maintenance. The most ™ common procedures are listed below: • Charging NiMH batteries • Cyclone maintenance • Sorbent Tube Holder maintenance • U-Tube and Luer Adapter maintenance • Changing the pump inlet filters In addition to the procedures in this chapter, TSI recommends that you return your S Model SP330 or SP350 to the factory for annual...
  • Page 38: Using And Maintaining The Sorbent Tube Holders

    W A R N I N G Battery pack can only be changed/charged in an area known to be nonhazardous. C a u t i o n Many power supplies look alike. Make certain you are using the proper power supply for the S SP330 ™...
  • Page 39: Cleaning The Sorbent Tube Holders

    Sorbent Tube Holders (sampling media not included) Cleaning the Sorbent Tube Holders The sorbent tube holders should be cleaned prior to each use. In most cases, simply cleaning the tube cover will be all that is needed. Inspect the inlet and the inside of the sorbent tube cover, as well as the single and multiple sorbent tube holders and tubing to look for damage or clogging regularly and clean it if necessary.
  • Page 40 Respirable Cyclone Kit (sampling media not included) Four micrometers (4 μm) is the OSHA standard and is internationally accepted as the 50 percent cut-off size for respirable aerosols. Particles larger than 4 μm impact onto the surfaces of the upper respiratory tract and cannot reach the lungs.
  • Page 41: Cleaning The Cyclone

    The S SP330 or SP350 and cyclone/filter cassette assembly are ™ now ready to use. Attach the cyclone to the individual test subject’s clothing using the U-tube and clip provided with the cyclone. Cleaning the Cyclone The 10-mm Nylon Dorr-Oliver Cyclone should be cleaned prior to each use.
  • Page 42: Pump Service Kit For The Side Pak ™ Sp330/Sp350

    Pump Service Kit for the S SP330/SP350 ™ The S SP330 and SP350 have an inlet filter and Dust Plugs that are ™ designed to protect the pump components from contamination. TSI replaces these when the unit is returned for factory-authorized servicing (recommended every 12 months).
  • Page 43 filter looks dirty and/or discolored, you will need to replace the internal filter. Unscrew the two flathead screws on the inlet using a screwdriver. Remove the filter and replace it with a new filter that comes with the pump service kit (801725). Make sure the filter sits properly in the groove of the inlet.
  • Page 45: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting TSI recommends that you return your S Model SP330 and SP350 ™ Personal Sampling Pumps to the factory for annual service. Regular factory- authorized cleaning and testing helps ensure that your instrument is working properly, has the latest updates, and will provide reliable performance. If you are having a problem with your S SP330 or SP350, use the ™...
  • Page 46 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action No keypad response. Keypad is locked out. To toggle between an Display shows unlocked and locked KEYPAD LOCK. keypad (tamper prevention), press and hold the ▲ key and press ↵. When the keypad is locked, the display shows KEYPAD LOCK.
  • Page 47 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Battery not charging Instrument not Check power supply plugged into power supply Power supply not Check outlet plugged into to outlet Incorrect battery type Change battery pack to (AA-size Pack) used NiMH Incorrect Power Check power supply type Supply used and use only S ™...
  • Page 49: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Flow Range Constant Flow: ....500 to 3,000 cc/mm (SP330) 500 to 4,000 cc/min (SP350) Constant Pressure (requires Low Flow Adapter) ......20 to 800 cc/min Flow Control ....Back EMF ±5% of constant flow setpoint Flow vs.
  • Page 50 User Adjustable Values . Sample Run Time Flow Setpoint Delayed Start Key Pad Lock Recorded Values .... Total Sample Time Temperature Range Operating Range....0 to 45°C (32 to 112°F) Storage Range ....–20 to 60°C (–4 to 140°F) Physical External Dimensions ..
  • Page 51: Atex Rating - Sp330 With 801723, 801738, And 801729 Battery Packs

    0344 Immunity EN61326-1:1997 + A11998 Clause 6 Emissions EN61326:1997 + Amendment A1:1998 ATEX Rating – SP330 with 801723, 801738, and 801729 Battery Packs C a u t i o n All Dust Plugs and gaskets must be installed on the SP330 or SP350, in addition to using the ™...
  • Page 52: Battery Information

    Battery Information Charge Intrinsically ATEX Battery Option Time Safe CSA Rating Rating 1600 mAH NiMH ATEX Pack (P/N 801723) hours 1650 mAH NiMH Exia T2A/ Pack (P/N 801724 hours ATEX Class I or 801729) Groups A, B, C, D Class II Groups E, F, G Class III...
  • Page 53 SP330 Battery Life Performance (estimated hours) Flow Rate cc/min Battery Back Pressure (Constant Flow Mode) Option (in. H 1,000 2,000 2,500 3,000 12.5 11.5 10.5 1600 mAH 10.5 11.5 1650 mAH 20.5 17.5 2700 mAH 17.5 16.5 14.5 12.5 28.5 AA-size 25.5 21.5...
  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Typical Collection Media Back Pressures Back Pressure (in. H Flow Rate cc/min (Constant Flow Mode) Typical Collection Media 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 13 mm GF 8.25 17.25 27.2 37.3 13 mm PTFE, 1.0 µ 16.0 30.0 40.0 25 mm GF 1.75 3.75 5.25...
  • Page 55: Appendix B Csa Certificate Of Compliance

    Appendix B CSA Certificate of Compliance...
  • Page 56 Appendix B...
  • Page 57 CSA Certificate of Compliance...
  • Page 59: Appendix C Lcie Atex Certificate Of Compliance

    Appendix C LCIE ATEX Certificate of Compliance...
  • Page 60 Appendix C...
  • Page 61 CSA Certificate of Compliance...
  • Page 63: Appendix D Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Appendix D EC Declaration of Conformity...
  • Page 65: Appendix E Sp330/350 Quick Reference Guide

    Appendix E SP330/350 Quick Reference Guide (See next page.)
  • Page 66 Appendix D...
  • Page 67 TSI Incorporated – 500 Cardigan Road, Shoreview, MN 55126 U.S.A Tel: +1 800 874 2811 E-mail: info@tsi.com Website: www.tsi.com Tel: +44 149 4 459200 E-mail: tsiuk@tsi.com Website: www.tsiinc.co.uk France Tel: +33 491 95 21 90 E-mail: tsifrance@tsi.com Website: www.tsiinc.fr Germany Tel: +49 241 523030 E-mail: tsigmbh@tsi.com Website:...

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