Summary of Contents for Alpha Moisture Systems PSS
- Page 1 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual Alpha Moisture Systems PSS - Portable Sample System 2529 - PSS User Manual Issue 5.
- Page 2 CERTIFICATE No. FM35600 BS EN ISO 9001:2015 Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5.30pm Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm Saturday and Sunday - Closed Authorised Distributor Contact Information © Alpha Moisture Systems 2020 - 2529 PSS User Manual – Issue 5 - 09/01/2020...
- Page 3 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual Warranty Alpha Moisture Systems Ltd. (AMS) warrants the products it manufactures, or distributes, to be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service when operated within the specified design limitations for a period of 24 months from date of initial shipment.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 1 Introduction 1.1 Explanation of Prohibition, Warning and Note Symbols used 1.2 Warranty 1.3 Instrument Description 1.4 General Arrangement 1.5 Dimensions 2 Quick Start Guide 8-10 3 PURGING the instrument before taking a sample... -
Page 6: Introduction
Additional information 1.2 Warranty The PSS is supplied with a two-year warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty is subject to the proper operational use of the instrument and following the information provided in this User Manual. The instrument should not be repaired without prior inspection or authorisation by Alpha Moisture Systems or an authorised distributor. -
Page 7: Instrument Description
See specifications for details) for use with SADPmini2, SADPmini2-Ex, SADPmini and SADPmini-Ex dewpoint meters. Although the PSS chassis is constructed from high quality 304 stainless steel, care should be taken when it is in transit and appropriate packaging used. Do not drop or shock the instrument, especially when a dewpoint meter is installed to the PSS as damage to both units could occur. -
Page 8: Quick Start Guide
PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 2 Quick Start Guide Below is a general guide to get started, but first, ensure that the PSS is located on a flat, level, dry and non-slip safe surface, close to the sample point (gas source). - Page 9 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 2.2 Continued. Fig 4. Fig 5. Pressure Regulator fully closed Needle Valve fully closed clockwise anti-clockwise 2.3 Before connecting a sample line to the Isolation valve at the gas source, first check that...
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Page 10: Purging The Instrument Before Taking A Sample
Fig 7. Isolation Valve fully closed and connected to Sample Line 2.5 Connect the other end to the PSS (depending on the type of fitting used) and ensure a gas tight seal. Fig. 8 and 9. Fig 8. Fig 9. - Page 11 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 3. Continued. Fig 10. Partly open the Isolation Valve 3.1 Carefully open the Pressure Regulator Valve by turning clockwise Fig 11 until a flow of 8 to 9 litres per minute can be seen on the flow indicator. Fig 12.
- Page 12 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 3.2 Now turn on the SADPmini2 (/Ex). Fig 14. and ensure that the display indicates that the measuring sensor is dry. (Typically < -70°C dewpoint). If not, refer to the instrument user manual.
- Page 13 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 3.4 When the desiccant head is fully extended and the sensor exposed to the sample gas, the displayed moisture reading should rise to that of the sample gas. Take a reading when the dewpoint value on the screen has settled and is stable. Fig 17.
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Page 14: Disconnection - Follow This Procedure Exactly
BALL - ZERO FLOW 4.2 When the BALL in the flow indicator has fallen to “0” (ZERO litres per minute) as shown in Fig 21 above, it is now safe to disconnect the sample line from the PSS and the Isolation Valve. -
Page 15: Filter Replacement (If Fitted)
PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 5 Filter Replacement (If fitted) WARNING Before disassembling the filter unit (if fitted), the user must follow the de-pressurisation procedure. See section 4 on page 14. 5.1 Using a 3/4 (19mm) wrench, carefully untighten the filter housing anti-clockwise Fig 22 to gain access to the filter cartridge. -
Page 16: Cleaning The Pss
PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 7 Cleaning the PSS The PSS instrument must only be cleaned with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water only. DO NOT Do not use solvents, silicones or abrasives to clean the system. - Page 17 PSS - Portable Sample System - User Manual 9 Specifications continued Carrying Bag: Antistatic PVC foam faux leather with rubber feet. Filter Unit (when fitted): High grade stainless steel with removeable housing for access to replaceable filter cartridges. Pressure Regulator (where applicable): High grade stainless steel.
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