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SC-04
Operator's Manual
Part Number: 71-0548
Revision: P6
Released: 12/23/21
www.rkiinstruments.com

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  • Page 1 SC-04 Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0548 Revision: P6 Released: 12/23/21 www.rkiinstruments.com...
  • Page 2 The instrument does not need to be calibrated unless it does not pass the User Mode bump test or does not respond appropriately, as defined by the user, in Measuring Mode. For more information about bump test and calibration requirements, see IEC 60079-29-2. 2 • SC-04...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Turning On the SC-04 ........
  • Page 4 Performing a Gas Test (GAS.TEST)......... 78 Sensor/Battery Replacement Date (SEN.DATE) ....... 79 4 • SC-04...
  • Page 5 La substitution de composants peut nuire à la sécurité intrinsèque. Pour éviter l'inflammation d'une atmosphère dangereuse, les batteries ne doivent être remplacées ou chargées que dans une zone non dangereuse. Non testé dans des atmosphères enrichies en oxygène (plus de 21%). SC-04 • 5...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Introduction

    The SC-04 offers a full range of features, including: •...

  • Page 7: Specifications

    1.00 ppm 1.00 ppm 5.00 ppm TWA Setpoint 25 ppm 0.5 ppm 4.7 ppm 0.50 ppm 0.30 ppm 2.00 ppm Table 2: SC-04 Specifications Sampling Diffusion Method Response Time T90 Within 10 Seconds Display Graphics LCD Display Operating ° Continuous environment: -20°C to 50...

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    Approximately 67(H) x 54(W) x 24(D) mm (2.6”H x 2.1”W x 0.9”D) and Weight Approximately 93 g (3.3 oz.) About this Manual The SC-04 Operator’s Manual uses the following conventions for notes, cautions, and warnings. NOTE: Describes additional or critical information. CAUTION: Describes potential damage to equipment.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Description

    A feature in the lower left corner of the rear case is used to install the optional wrist strap. A digital LCD (liquid crystal display) is visible through a clear plastic window in the top case. The LCD shows the gas reading. The LCD also shows information for each of the SC-04’s operating modes. SC-04...

  • Page 10: Control Buttons

    User, Maintenance, or Gas Select Mode. Vibrator A vibrating motor inside the SC-04 case vibrates for gas alarms and unit malfunctions. NOTE: If STEALTH is set to ON, the vibrator only functions when VIB in the STEALTH Gas Select Mode item is set to ON (see pg.89).

  • Page 11: Filters

    Batteries 2 AAA batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH) power the SC-04. At 25°C alkaline batteries will last at least 3,000 hours (125 days) and Ni-MH batteries will last at least 2,000 hours (83 days). The battery icon in the upper right of the LCD shows remaining battery life.

  • Page 12: Standard Accessories

    An alligator clip installs to 2 spring bars on the rear case. Use the alligator clip to attach the SC-04 to clothing or a belt. Teeth in the alligator clip’s jaws prevent slipping. The alligator clip can be rotated to change the instrument’s orientation.

  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Belt Clip The belt clip installs to 2 spring bars on the rear case and is used to easily clip the SC-04 onto a belt. Belt Clip Figure 4: Belt Clip Wrist Strap The wrist strap connects to a feature on the back case.

  • Page 14: Chapter 3: Measuring Mode

    Measuring Mode. Start Up This section explains how to start up the SC-04, get it ready for operation, and turn it off. Turning On the SC-04 To illustrate certain functions, the following description of the SC-04 start up sequence assumes that the following items in User Mode are turned on: LUNCH, CAL.RMDR, and...
  • Page 15 None tone tone Action • Option A, Perform calibration: The SC-04 cannot be used until a • Option A, Perform calibration: Press and release POWER successful calibration is per- If you want to enter User MODE to enter User Mode formed.
  • Page 16 None tone tone Action • Option A, Perform bump test: The SC-04 cannot be used until a • Option A, Perform bump test: Press and release POWER successful bump test is per- If you want to enter User MODE to enter User Mode formed.
  • Page 17 Station ID Screen. USER U_ID_001 S_ID_001 9. If the SC-04 experiences a sensor failure during start up, a screen indicating that the sensor failed appears and the buzzer sounds a double pulsing tone once per second. FAIL SENSOR You cannot acknowledge the failure and continue to Measuring Mode.

  • Page 18: Performing A Demand Zero

    (if KEY.TONE is set to ON in User Mode). 4. Continue to hold AIR until the LCD prompts you to release it. The SC-04 sets the fresh air reading. Start up is complete and the unit is now ready for monitoring.

  • Page 19: Turning Off The Sc-04

    4. If Password Protection is turned On (factory setting is Off) using the 04 Series Setup Program, a user-set password is required to turn off the SC-04. When the password screen appears, adjust each digit with the AIR button and press and release the POWER MODE button to move on to the next digit.

  • Page 20: Monitoring An Area

    Monitoring an Area 1. Start up the SC-04 as described above in “Start Up” on page 14. It is now in Measuring Mode. 0.00 2. The instrument displays the gas reading. 3. Take the SC-04 to the monitoring area. 4. Wait at least 15 seconds.
  • Page 21 • Alarm LED flashes once per second System Failure • FAIL SYSTEM and an error code Double pulsing tone sounds appear on the LCD once per second • Alarm LED flashes once per second SC-04 Chapter 3: Measuring Mode • 21...

  • Page 22: Responding To Alarms

    AVERTISSEMENT:Un dépassement de la plage peut indiquer une concentration extrême en monoxyde de carbone ou une concentration en explosif. Confirmez la concentration de gaz avec un SC-04 différent ou avec un autre dispositif de détection de gaz. 1. Follow your established procedure for an extreme gas condition.
  • Page 23 “Replacing the Batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH)” on page 64. The SC-04 is fully functional during a low battery warning. However, only a couple of days of operating time remain. The amount of time depends on LCD backlight use and alarm frequency.
  • Page 24 If the error code is 031, press and release POWER MODE to continue into Measuring Mode if the instrument must be used temporarily. CAUTION: There is no datalogging function if you operate the instrument after a 031 system failure. Contact RKI Instruments, Inc. as soon as possible. 24 • Chapter 3: Measuring Mode SC-04...

  • Page 25: Data Logging

    Logged data can be download it to a computer via the infrared communications port on the front of the unit. The data logging capacity depends on how often the SC-04 stores data and how often the SC-04 is turned on and off. The table below illustrates how much data logging time is available for the various interval times.

  • Page 26: Chapter 4: Display Mode

    To change a flashing parameter, press and release AIR. To reverse the movement in a list (ie. from down to up or vice versa): a. Press and hold AIR. b. Immediately press POWER MODE and then release both buttons. 26 • Chapter 4: Display Mode SC-04...

  • Page 27: Peak Screen (Peak)

    The peak reading is stored until a higher level is detected, the peak reading is cleared, or the SC-04 is turned off. The lunch break feature enables the SC-04 to save the peak reading when it is turned off so it can continue with the same peak when it is turned on again (see pg.14).

  • Page 28: Twa Screen (Twa)

    The missing readings are assigned a value of 0. If LUNCH is set to OFF (factory setting), the TWA is cleared when the SC-04 is turned off. If LUNCH is set to ON, the SC-04 remembers the TWA reading when it is turned off and can continue accumulation when it is turned on again (see pg.14).

  • Page 29: Station Id Screen (Stn Id)

    DISP in Maintenance Mode is set to ON (factory setting is OFF). Use this screen to select a station ID from the 128 station IDs that are stored in the SC-04’s memory. Before a station ID is selected on a brand new instrument, the station ID is “----------”.

  • Page 30: Last Successful Bump Test Screen (Bp.data)

    3. When you are done viewing the last bump test date, press and release POWER MODE to return to the BP.DATA screen in Display Mode. Date/Time Screen (DATE) The DATE screen shows the instrument’s date and time. 2020 4.21 10:40 30 • Chapter 4: Display Mode SC-04...

  • Page 31: Temperature Screen (Temp)

    LED will flash, and the instrument will vibrate just as it would if the displayed condition was actually happening. 5. Press and release POWER MODE to return to the Alarm Points Screen. SC-04 Chapter 4: Display Mode • 31...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Buzzer Volume (Buzz.vol)

    2. Press and release AIR. The current setting flashes. 3. Use AIR to display the desired setting. 4. Press and release POWER MODE to save the setting and return to the BUZZ.VOL item in Display Mode. 32 • Chapter 4: Display Mode SC-04...

  • Page 33: Chapter 5: User Mode And Calibration

    Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration Overview This section describes the SC-04 in User Mode. See Table 8 below for a list of the items found in User Mode, the page that the item’s instructions can be found on, and a short description of the item.
  • Page 34 ON: Lunch break feature is on. Instrument asks if you want to resume TWA and PEAK readings at startup. OFF (factory setting): Lunch break feature is off. Instrument resets TWA and PEAK read- ings every time it’s turned on. 34 • Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration SC-04...
  • Page 35 ** Only appears if ZFLW.DSP is set to ON in Maintenance Mode. E-CAL (pg.60) XX seconds: E-CAL appears in GAS CAL instead of A-CAL. OFF (factory setting): E-CAL does not appear in GAS CAL. DATE (pg.61) Set the instrument’s date and time. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 35...

  • Page 36: Entering User Mode

    The SC-04 is not in operation as a gas detector while in User Mode. 1. Take the SC-04 to a non-hazardous location and turn it off if it is on. 2. Press and hold AIR, then press and hold POWER MODE. When you hear a beep, release the buttons.

  • Page 37: Performing A Bump Test (Bump)

    0.25 LPM fixed flow regulator • Non-absorbent tubing • Calibration cup 1. Confirm that the SC-04’s calibration gas value matches the concentration listed on the calibration gas cylinder as described on pg.47. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 37...
  • Page 38 2. Install the calibration cup onto the SC-04. Be sure the calibration cup is installed in the correct direction and that it is pushed on all the way. POW ER MODE Side View Front View 3. Use the tubing to connect the regulator to the inlet of the calibration cup (labeled “IN”).
  • Page 39 6. Use AIR to scroll to START and press and release POWER MODE to enter and release POWER MODE to enter Measuring Mode. Measuring Mode. 7. Calibrate the SC-04 as soon as possible. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 39...
  • Page 40 8. Use AIR to scroll to START and press 8. Use AIR to scroll to START and press and release POWER MODE to enter and release POWER MODE to enter Measuring Mode. Measuring Mode. 40 • Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration SC-04...

  • Page 41: Performing A Calibration (Gas Cal)

    (A-CAL or E-CAL). • The SC-04 can be calibrated using either A-CAL or E-CAL depending on the setting of the E-CAL User Mode item. A-CAL (appears if E-CAL User Mode item is set to OFF): Apply gas for a period of time, then press and release POWER MODE to perform the adjustment.
  • Page 42 1. Confirm that the SC-04’s calibration gas value matches the concentration listed on the calibration gas cylinder as described on pg.47. 2. Install the calibration cup onto the SC-04. Be sure the calibration cup is installed in the correct direction and that it is pushed on all the way.
  • Page 43 9. Allow the gas to flow for 1 minute for all gases except Cl and NH . Allow Cl and NH gas to flow for 2 minutes. 10. Press and release POWER MODE. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 43...
  • Page 44 10.00 MAX .SPAN 4. Close the regulator. 5. The instrument continues to the START screen. 6. Remove the calibration cup. 7. Press and release POWER MODE to enter Measuring Mode. 44 • Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration SC-04...
  • Page 45 1. Confirm that the SC-04’s calibration gas value matches the concentration listed on the calibration gas cylinder as described on pg.47. 2. Install the calibration cup onto the SC-04. Be sure the calibration cup is installed in the correct direction and that it is pushed on all the way.
  • Page 46 E-CAL User Mode item. In the example below, E- CAL is set to 60 seconds. NOTE: RKI Instruments recommends an E-CAL setting of 120 seconds for Cl and NH and 60 seconds for all other gases.
  • Page 47 GAS CAL 2. Press and release POWER MODE. The AIR item appears. 3. Use AIR to scroll to the A-CAL item (E-CAL if E-CAL in User Mode is set to ON). A-CAL SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 47...
  • Page 48 11. Press and release POWER MODE to return to the CAL--P item in the A-CAL menu. 12. Press AIR to scroll to ESCAPE. 13. Press and release POWER MODE to return to the A-CAL item in the GAS CAL menu. 48 • Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration SC-04...

  • Page 49: Setting Calibration Parameters (Cal Set)

    CAL .RMDR CAL.RMDR ON (factory setting): The SC-04 gives an indication at start up if it is due for calibration. The type of indication depends on the CAL.EXPD setting (see pg.50). OFF: The SC-04 does not give an indication at start up if it is due for calibration.
  • Page 50 MODE to enter User Mode and perform a calibration. CANT.USE: The SC-04 gives an indication at start up that calibration is past due. Press and release POWER MODE to enter User Mode and perform a calibration. Pressing AIR has no effect.

  • Page 51: Setting Bump Test Parameters (Bump.set)

    4. Press and release POWER MODE to save the setting and return to the GAS TIME item in the SETTING menu. 5. See “Exiting the SETTING Menu” on page 53 to return to BUMP.SET menu. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 51...
  • Page 52 CAL.TIME is set to 90 seconds and the GAS.TIME is set to 30 seconds, if the bump test fails, the SC-04 is only exposed to gas for an additional 60 seconds. The available values are 90 seconds (factory setting), and 120 seconds.
  • Page 53 3. See “Exiting the BUMP.SET Menu” on page 54 to return to User Mode. BP.RMDR ON: The SC-04 gives an indication at start up if it is due for bump testing. The type of indication depends on the BP.EXPD setting (see pg.54). If the instrument is not due for bump testing, a check mark appears in the lower left corner of the LCD.

  • Page 54: Alarm Settings (Alarm--P)

    MODE to enter User Mode and perform a bump test. CANT.USE: The SC-04 gives an indication at start up that a bump test is past due. Press and release POWER MODE to enter User Mode and perform a bump test. Pressing AIR has no effect.
  • Page 55 6. Repeat Step 4 and Step 5 for the Alarm, Alarm H, STEL and TWA settings. 7. The instrument returns to the channel selection screen. 8. See “ESCAPE” on page 56 to return to User Mode. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 55...

  • Page 56: Updating The Lunch Break Setting (Lunch)

    TWA and PEAK readings and the time in operation from the last time the SC-04 was used or start collecting new readings and reset the time in operation. 1. While in User Mode, press AIR to scroll to LUNCH.

  • Page 57: Setting The Confirmation Beep And Non-Compliance Indicator (Beep)

    OFF (factory setting): The SC-04 does not provide a confirmation alert or non-compliance indicator. LED: The SC-04’s LED double flashes as often as defined by the BEEP.INT parameter to verify that the instrument is operating. BUZZER: The SC-04’s buzzer double beeps as often as defined by the BEEP.INT parameter to verify that the instrument is operating.

  • Page 58: Updating The Backlight Time (Bl Time)

    4. Press and release POWER MODE to save the setting and return to the BL TIME item in User Mode. 5. See “Entering Measuring Mode (START)” on page 62 to enter Measuring Mode. 58 • Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration SC-04...

  • Page 59: Turning The Key Tone On/Off (Key.tone)

    4. Press and release POWER MODE to save the setting and return to the DISP.SET item in User Mode. 5. See “Entering Measuring Mode (START)” on page 62 to enter Measuring Mode. SC-04 Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration • 59...

  • Page 60: Zero Suppression (Zero.sup)

    XX seconds: Easy Calibration (E-CAL) item appears in GAS CAL menu instead of Auto Calibration (A-CAL). During a calibration, the instrument counts down from the number of seconds you select. NOTE: RKI Instruments recommends an E-CAL setting of 120 seconds for Cl and NH and 60 seconds for all other gases.

  • Page 61: Setting The Date/Time (Date)

    6. See “Entering Measuring Mode (START)” on page 62 to enter Measuring Mode. Turning the Password On/Off (PASS-W) ON: The SC-04 prompts you for a password when you enter User Mode. The factory-set password is 0405 but it can be changed.

  • Page 62: Viewing The Rom/Sum (Rom/Sum)

    4. See “Entering Measuring Mode (START)” on page 62 to enter Measuring Mode. Entering Measuring Mode (START) 1. While in User Mode, press AIR to scroll to START. START 2. Press and release POWER MODE. The instrument begins its warmup sequence. 62 • Chapter 5: User Mode and Calibration SC-04...

  • Page 63: Chapter 6: Maintenance

    Chapter 6: Maintenance Overview This chapter describes troubleshooting procedures for the SC-04. It also includes procedures for replacing the batteries and replacing various consumable parts. WARNING: RKI Instruments recommends that service, calibration, and repair of RKI gas detectors be performed by personnel properly trained for this work.

  • Page 64: Replacing The Batteries

    WARNING: Use only Duracell MN2400 or PC2400 or Eneloop BK-4MCC batteries to maintain the QPS classification of the SC-04. Use of other batteries will void the QPS classification and may void the warranty. Do not mix old/new or different types of batteries.
  • Page 65 4. Remove the battery cover. 5. Remove the old batteries. NOTE: New batteries must be installed within 5 minutes to avoid having to reset the date/ time. Battery Cover Figure 9: Battery Cover Removal SC-04 Chapter 6: Maintenance • 65...
  • Page 66 1. Remove the batteries from the SC-04 as described in Step 1 - Step 5 on page 64. 2. Install the Ni-MH batteries in the charger. See the battery charger’s manual for charging instructions.

  • Page 67: Replacing The Sensor Filter

    Sensor Filter: The humidity filter is white in color. The filter should be replaced every 6 months. 1. Verify that the SC-04 is off. 2. Remove the rubber boot, if installed. 3. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the 4 screws that attached the front case to the rear case.
  • Page 68 11. Reinstall the front case to the rear case. 12. Reinstall the 4 screws that were removed in Step 3. 13. Reinstall the rubber boot, if being used. 68 • Chapter 6: Maintenance SC-04...

  • Page 69: Replacing The Hydrophobic Filter

    Replacing the Hydrophobic Filter 1. Verify that the SC-04 is off. 2. Remove the rubber boot, if installed. 3. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the 4 screws that attached the front case to the rear case. Screw, 4x Figure 14: Unscrewing Case 4.
  • Page 70 14. Reinstall the front case to the rear case. 15. Reinstall the 4 screws that were removed in Step 3. 16. Reinstall the rubber boot, if being used. 70 • Chapter 6: Maintenance SC-04...

  • Page 71: Replacing The Sensor

    Replacing the Sensor 1. Verify that the SC-04 is off. 2. Remove the rubber boot, if installed. 3. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to unscrew the 4 screws that attached the front case to the rear case. Screw, 4x Figure 17: Unscrewing Case 4.
  • Page 72 9. Reinstall the front case to the rear case. 10. Reinstall the 4 screws that were removed in Step 3. 11. Reinstall the rubber boot, if being used. 12. Calibrate the sensor as described on pg.41. 72 • Chapter 6: Maintenance SC-04...

  • Page 73: Chapter 7: General Parts List

    Chapter 7: General Parts List Table 14 lists part numbers for the SC-04’s replacement parts and accessories. Table 14: General Parts List Part Number Description 06-1248RK-03 Calibration kit tubing, 3 foot length 07-6033 Sensor gasket 10-1105-01 Screw, for securing front case to rear case...
  • Page 74 Regulator, fixed flow, 0.25 LPM, with gauge and knob, for 34 liter aluminum, 58 liter, and 103 liter cylinders (cylinders with internal threads) 81-1146 Calibration cup 81-SC04HCN-LV Calibration kit for HCN SC-04: 34 liter aluminum cylinder of 10 ppm HCN in N , regulator, tubing, calibration cup, case 81-SC04NO2-LV Calibration kit for NO...

  • Page 75: Appendix A: Maintenance Mode

    OFF: You cannot manually perform a fresh air adjust in Measuring Mode by pressing AIR. A.ZERO (pg.81) ON: The SC-04 asks if you want to perform a fresh air adjustment at the end of the startup sequence. OFF (factory setting): The SC-04 does not ask if you want to perform a fresh air adjust- ment at the end of the startup sequence.

  • Page 76: Entering Maintenance Mode

    The SC-04 is not in operation as a gas detector while in Maintenance Mode. 1. Take the SC-04 to a non-hazardous location and turn it off if it is on. 2. Press and hold AIR, then press and hold POWER MODE. You will hear a beep after one second.

  • Page 77: Tips For Using Maintenance Mode

    Press and hold AIR. b. Immediately press POWER MODE and then release both buttons. • To exit an entered item without saving a change, press and hold AIR and POWER MODE for a few seconds. SC-04 Appendix A: Maintenance Mode • 77...

  • Page 78: Performing A Calibration (Gas Cal)

    A 0.25 LPM fixed flow regulator • Non-absorbent tubing • Calibration cup 1. Install the calibration cup onto the SC-04. Be sure the calibration cup is installed in the correct direction and that it is pushed on all the way. POW ER MODE Side View Front View 2.

  • Page 79: Sensor/Battery Replacement Date (Sen.date)

    5. Turn the regulator knob clockwise to close the regulator. 6. Unscrew the regulator from the calibration cylinder. 7. Remove the calibration cup from the SC-04. 8. Store the calibration kit in a safe and convenient place. 9. Press and release POWER MODE to return to the GAS.TEST item in Maintenance Mode.

  • Page 80: Performing A Bump Test (Bump)

    See “Performing a Bump Test (BUMP)” on page 37 for a description of the BUMP item. Setting Alarms to Latching or Self-Resetting (LATCH) ON (factory setting): The SC-04 remains in alarm until the alarm condition passes and POWER MODE is pressed.

  • Page 81: Turning The Auto Zero Function On/Off (A.zero)

    Turning the Auto Zero Function On/Off (A.ZERO) ON: The SC-04 asks if you want to perform a fresh air adjustment at the end of the startup sequence. OFF (factory setting): The SC-04 does not ask if you want to perform a fresh air adjustment at the end of the startup sequence.

  • Page 82: Turning The Zero Suppression On/Off (Zero.sup)

    Maintenance Mode. It is not normally necessary to have the zero suppression item appear in User Mode. Contact RKI Instruments before turning this setting on. User Mode Zero Follower (ZFLW.DSP) ON: Zero follower item appears in User Mode.

  • Page 83: Setting The Date/Time (Date)

    6. See “Entering Measuring Mode (START)” on page 85 to enter Measuring Mode. Turning the Password On/Off (PASS-W) ON (factory setting): The SC-04 prompts you for a password when you enter Maintenance Mode. The factory-set password is 0400 but it can be changed.

  • Page 84: Viewing The Rom/Sum (Rom/Sum)

    Performing a default operation in Maintenance Mode returns all parameters to their RKI factory settings. 1. While in Maintenance Mode, press AIR to scroll to M.DEF. M .DEF 2. Press and release POWER MODE. M .DEF YES .MODE NO .AIR 84 • Appendix A: Maintenance Mode SC-04...

  • Page 85: Entering Measuring Mode (Start)

    5. See “Entering Measuring Mode (START)” on page 85 to enter Measuring Mode. Entering Measuring Mode (START) 1. While in Maintenance Mode, press AIR to scroll to START. START 2. Press and release POWER MODE. The instrument begins its warmup sequence. SC-04 Appendix A: Maintenance Mode • 85...

  • Page 86: Appendix B: Gas Select Mode

    Appendix B: Gas Select Mode Overview This appendix describes the SC-04 in Gas Select Mode. The SC-04 is factory-set to suit most applications. Update settings in Gas Select Mode only if required for your specific application. A description of the Gas Select Mode items is shown in Table 16 below.

  • Page 87: Tips For Using Gas Select Mode

    RKI default regardless of if a SAVE-AP operation was performed. 1. While in Gas Select Mode, press AIR to scroll to SAVE-AP. SAVE - AP SC-04 Appendix B: Gas Select Mode • 87...

  • Page 88: Turning The Calibration Max Span On/Off (Max.span)

    5. See “Exiting Gas Select Mode (START)” on page 89 to enter Measuring Mode. Turning Calibration Max Span On/Off (MAX.SPAN) ON: After a passed calibration, the SC-04 displays the response reading’s maximum adjustment. A maximum span of 100 ppm indicates that the reading could have been adjusted up to 100 ppm.

  • Page 89: Stealth And Vibrator Settings (Stealth)

    7. See “Exiting Gas Select Mode (START)” on page 89 to enter Measuring Mode. Exiting Gas Select Mode (START) 1. While in Gas Select Mode, press AIR to scroll to START. START 2. Press and release POWER MODE. The instrument begins its warm-up sequence. SC-04 Appendix B: Gas Select Mode • 89...

  • Page 90: Appendix C: Interference Information

    -0.2 ppm Phosphine 0.48 ppm 4.0 ppm Propane 0.88 vol% 0.1 ppm Propylene 0.7 vol% 34.6 ppm Sulfur Dioxide 30.0 ppm 0.2 ppm The indicated value may fluctuate when exposed to this gas. 90 • Appendix C: Interference Information SC-04...

  • Page 91: Esr-A13D-No2, No 2 Detection

    -2.32 ppm Methyl Ethyl Ketone 0.45 vol% -1.09 ppm Methyl Isobutyl Ketone 0.30 vol% -0.20 ppm Methyl Methacrylate 4250 ppm -0.13 ppm n-Hexane 0.30 vol% -0.02 ppm Nitrogen Monoxide 99.2 ppm -3.12 ppm SC-04 Appendix C: Interference Information • 91...
  • Page 92 -48.27 ppm Sulfur Dioxide 5 ppm -4.99 ppm Tetrahydrofuran 0.50 vol% -0.90 ppm Toluene 1.0 vol% -0.46 ppm Xylene 1.0 vol% -0.12 ppm The indicated value may fluctuate when exposed to this gas. 92 • Appendix C: Interference Information SC-04...

  • Page 93: Esr-A13D-Ph3, Ph 3 Detection

    -1.28 ppm Nitrogen Monoxide 100 ppm -0.44 ppm Propylene 0.5 vol% 1.99 ppm Silane 7.2 ppm 4.08 ppm Sulphur Dioxide 8.0 ppm 0.00 ppm Toluene 1.0 vol% -2.01 ppm Xylene 1.0 vol% -1.04 ppm SC-04 Appendix C: Interference Information • 93...

  • Page 94: Detection

    2.32 ppm Methyl Ethyl Ketone 0.45 vol% 1.09 ppm Methyl Isobutyl Ketone 0.30 vol% 0.20 ppm Methyl Methacrylate 4250 ppm 0.13 ppm n-Hexane 0.30 vol% 0.02 ppm Nitrogen Dioxide 5.0 ppm -5.01 ppm 94 • Appendix C: Interference Information SC-04...
  • Page 95 0.49 vol% 0.01 ppm Propylene 0.5 vol% 48.27 ppm Tetrahydrofuran 0.50 vol% 0.90 ppm Toluene 1.0 vol% 0.46 ppm Xylene 1.0 vol% 0.12 ppm The indicated value may fluctuate when exposed to this gas. SC-04 Appendix C: Interference Information • 95...

  • Page 96: Esr-B134-Nh3, Nh 3 Detection

    Nitric Oxide 101 ppm 0.8 ppm Nitrogen Dioxide 99 ppm -23.9 ppm Oxygen 100 vol% 0.4 ppm Ozone 0.3 ppm 8.5 ppm Phosphine 0.5 ppm 1.0 ppm Sulfur Dioxide 30 ppm 1.0 ppm 96 • Appendix C: Interference Information SC-04...
  • Page 97 Methane 99.9 vol% -0.04 ppm Nitric Oxide 101 ppm -0.04 ppm Nitrogen Dioxide 49.9 ppm 0.57 ppm Ozone 0.533 ppm 0.07 ppm Phosphine 2.52 ppm -0.06 ppm Sulfur Dioxide 5 ppm 0.09 ppm SC-04 Appendix C: Interference Information • 97...

  • Page 98: Warranty

    Warranty RKI Instruments, Inc. warrants the SC-04 instrument sold by us to be free from defects in materials, workmanship, and performance for a period of three years from the date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. Original Cl and NH sensors are warranted for 1 year, and all other original sensors are warranted for 3 years.

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