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- Page 1 FCI E NVIRONMENTAL “The Technology Advantage” ETRO ENSE® PHA-100Plus - Portable Hydrocarbon Analyzer Training Guide 992041 Release 1.3 January 12, 2011 13111 N Central Expressway Suite 440, Dallas,TX 75243 (214) 483-1003 Fax: (214) 575-7936 992041, Release 1.3 January 12, 2011...
- Page 2 To save time, have the serial number of the analyzer unit, the probe, and your student ID number (received at training). Fax: (214) 575-7936 E-mail: info@petrosense.com Mail: FCI Environmental, Inc. 13111 N. Central Expressway, Suite 440 Dallas, TX 75243 Thank You! 992041, Release 1.3...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Subject Page MODULE 1 - INTRODUCTION Technical Overview First Things First Basic Operation / Software Preconditioning.. Question & Answer MODULE 2 - VAPOR CALIBRATION Vapor Calibration Method 1 - Standard Gas Method Method 2 - Liquid-Volume Method Verification After Calibration and Verification Question &... - Page 4 Subject Page MODULE 5 - MAINTANENCE Cleaning Equipment Maintenance Do’s & Don’ts Question & Answer MODULE 6 – SUMMARY & REVIEW Notes Limited Warranty Customer Service MODULE 7 - EVALUATION Classroom Evaluation .. MSDS Cleaning Solution MSDS p-Xylene Solution 992041, Release 1.3 January 12, 2011...
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Page 5: Technical Overview
The PetroSense microcomputer-based, portable, direct, in-situ reading instrument and a hydrocarbon sensing probe (the AHP-100) that uses the FCI Environmental, Inc. patented Fiber Optic Chemical Sensor (FOCS®) technology. The probe is sensitive to hydrocarbons containing at least 6 carbons and is especially sensitive to aromatic hydrocarbons. - Page 6 FOCS® Operating Principle PetroSense® PHA-100Plus Portable Hydrocarbon Analyzer Process Sequence 1. Raw signal (measures light intensity) → 2. Software converts raw data into a relative ppm measurement → 3. The calibration process converts the relative ppm measurement to a ppm measurement based on a known standard.
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Page 7: First Things First
FIRST THINGS FIRST The PHA-100Plus is shipped as a self contained system in a durable, water resistant carrying case. Unpack the kit and familiarize yourself with the contents. A complete packing list may be found below and in the Users’ Reference Manual, Appendix A. - Page 8 To charge the PHA-100Plus • Remove the interface adapter from the kit. • Open the cap covering the socket on the back of the meter. • Line up the red dots on the connector with the socket and insert the connector until it latches. •...
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Page 9: Basic Operation/Software
BASIC OPERATION/SOFTWARE The PHA-100Plus is menu driven. The sequence of menus and commands are viewed in the display window. The instrument is turned ON by a single depression of the ON/OFF button. Power can be turned OFF at any time by pressing the button. - Page 10 The Calibration Menu CALIBRATION MENU CHECK MAIN In the Calibration Menu <F2>, the user can calibrate in water or vapor, or review the current calibration parameters and constants. The Utilities Menu UTILITIES 1 LOGS DATE TIME NEXT The Utilities Menu <F3> is where logged data, printing functions, backlight control, averaging, daylight compensation and other accessories for the PHA-100Plus are located.
- Page 11 PetroSense® PHA-100Plus Operating Process Definitions PROCESS DESCRIPTION WHY? / VALUE Pre-Conditioning The process that prepares To ensure an accurate the optical fiber chemical quantitative response over a coating for use. wide range of sample concentrations. This step in Similar to dampening a dry the FOCS®...
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Page 12: Preconditioning
PRECONDITIONING The operation of the PetroSense probe is based on the adsorption- desorption of petroleum hydrocarbons by the optical fiber chemical coating. To achieve the maximum stability and sensitivity for the probe, the surface needs to be preconditioned. Preconditioning consists of placing the probe in a hydrocarbon environment at least as high as the levels expected during measurements. - Page 13 Preconditioning should be performed whenever: 1) The probe is being used for the first time. 2) The probe has been out of a 90+% humidity environment for more than 24 hours. 3) The probe has not been exposed to hydrocarbons for more than 72 hours.
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Page 14: Question & Answer
Questions and Answer Section: 1) What is the acronym FOCS __________________________________________________ 2) Which naturally occurring gases is the hydrocarbon probe insensitive to? __________________________________________________ 3) Which aromatic hydrocarbon is normally used to calibrate the PHA-100Plus? __________________________________________________ 4) How many hours are needed to charge the PHA-100Plus? __________________________________________________ 5) When does the PHA-100Plus need to be preconditioned? __________________________________________________... -
Page 15: Vapor Calibration
VAPOR CALIBRATION The PHA-100Plus can be calibrated in either water or vapor. Water calibration is the primary form of calibration, and prepares the instrument for both water and vapor use. If you are only sampling vapor, the vapor calibration is recommended. Vapor calibration does not change any of the previous constants from the water calibration. -
Page 16: Method 1 - Standard Gas Method
Method 1 - STANDARD GAS METHOD Uses the 8 L Tedlar® gas bag which includes the necessary fittings: an on/off valve, a septum port and the appropriate fitting which accepts the PHA-100Plus probe. • Place the probe through the probe fitting far enough so the window of the probe is at least 4 inches into the bag. -
Page 17: Method 2-Liquid-Volume Method
Method 2-LIQUID-VOLUME METHOD If certified gas is not available, a vapor standard can be made in the bag by injecting a know amount of liquid hydrocarbon (e.g., pure p-xylene) into a known volume of zero air into the bag. To calculate the amount of liquid injected into the bag for the liquid-volume method, use the following equation: = (C... -
Page 18: Verification
• After the 5-minute count down, the user is prompted to clean the probe by putting it back into 0 ppm gas. • Exchange the calibration gas for zero air using the same procedure as described above. Use at least 3 volumes and preferably 5 volumes of zero air or nitrogen to exchange the gas. -
Page 19: Question & Answer
QUESTION & ANSWER Which two types of vapor calibration can be used on the PHA- 100Plus? _________________________________________________ Which calibration calibrates the instrument for water and vapor? _________________________________________________ How many points are used in a vapor calibration? _________________________________________________ How many methods are there for a vapor calibration and what are they? _________________________________________________ What is used to contain the calibration gas for vapor... -
Page 20: Water Calibration
WATER CALIBRATION The PHA-100Plus is calibrated at the factory for both water and vapor. This calibration provides a good correlation between the reading on the meter and the hydrocarbon levels found in field measurements. The PHA-100Plus can be used to effectively screen samples anywhere from 0 to 100 ppm of p- xylene equivalent in the field. -
Page 21: 1-Point Calibration
WATER CAL 1-POINT CALIBRATION The PHA-100Plus must be preconditioned before calibration. After the probe is preconditioned and rinsed using one wash bottle full of zero water, gently shake the excess water from the probe and towel dry the outside. Note: Do not touch the fiber optic sensor! Only the housing should be towel dried. -
Page 22: 2-Point Calibration
WATER CAL 2-POINT CALIBRATION The PHA-100Plus must be preconditioned before calibration. After the probe is preconditioned and rinsed using one wash bottle full of zero water, gently shake the excess water from the probe and towel dry the outside. Note: Do not touch the fiber optic sensor! Only the housing should be towel dried. -
Page 23: Verification
MEASURE MENU ZERO SNGL CONT VERIFICATION Verification of the PHA-100Plus is to ensure that the calibration constants are still valid. To verify the PHA-100Plus, • Rinse the probe with one wash bottle full of zero water. • Place the probe in zero water in the zero tube. •... -
Page 24: Question & Answer
Questions and Answer Section: 1) What are the concentrations of the two pre-mixed calibration standards available from FCI? __________________________________________________ 2) When should a 2-point calibration be performed instead of a 1-point calibration? __________________________________________________ 3) After calibration where should the probe be stored? -
Page 25: Water Measurements
WATER MEASUREMENTS Vapor Water Before making any measurements in the field be sure that the Site ID has been entered and that the probe has been zeroed properly. A probe that has not been zeroed in the media you are measuring may give less accurate data (e.g., for a water measurement, zero in zero water and for a vapor measurement, zero in vapor). - Page 26 To zero the probe in water • Place the probe in the “zero test tube” (green) containing zero water. • For best accuracy zero the probe at the same temperature as the sample. • Be sure that the probe has been cleaned properly and calibrated (if necessary) before zeroing the probe.
- Page 27 After zeroing the probe • Shake the probe • Towel dry the probe’s outer surfaces • Place in the sample to be measured. • Be sure the window of the probe is beneath the water level and gently agitate the probe to remove any air bubbles. •...
- Page 28 EQUIVALENCY (p-xylene) VAPOR (RRF) WATER (RRF) Xylenes (para, otha or meta) 1.00 1.00 Benzene 6.18 7.14 Toluene 3.18 2.82 1,2,4 Trimethylbenzene 0.44 0.43 Ethyl Benzene 1.00 0.96 BTEX (1:1:1:1) 1.52 1.45 BTX (1:1:1) 1.97 1.99 Trichloroethylene 7.13 6.95 Tetrachloroethylene 2.01 1.71 Chloroform 25.54...
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Page 29: Vapor Measurements
VAPOR MEASUREMENTS Vapor Water Before making any measurements in the field be sure that the probe has been zeroed properly. A probe that has been zeroed in the media you are measuring may give more accurate data. If the probe is not zeroed in vapor •... - Page 30 The reading obtained by the PHA-100Plus is in p-xylene equivalents. The true concentration of hydrocarbons in the sample is obtained by multiplying the reading by an appropriate RRF. (A table of RRF’s is on the previous page.) For example, if the sample is expected to have diesel and the media reads 1000 ppm, then the relative diesel concentration in the sample is 230 ppm.
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Page 31: Soil Measurements
• Allow the probe to sit for 5 minutes in room air before taking the next measurement. Note: Soil jars may be purchased from FCI Environmental. The order form is in the last section of this guide. 992041, Release 1.3... -
Page 32: Field/Well Measurements
FIELD / WELL MEASUREMENTS Zero the probe as described earlier. For best results zero the probe at or as close to the temperature of the sample as possible. Full five minute zeroing is recommended for best field work. • Lower the probe in the well or sampling area (close opening) •... -
Page 33: Data Functions
DATA FUNCTIONS LOGS PRINT DISP EXIT Stored Data Data stored in the PHA-100 can easily be printed, displayed or deleted from the instrument. All of these actions are carried out via the LOGGER menu. To get to the LOGGER menu: •... - Page 34 LOGGER menu. • To print data from all sites at once, ENTER 000000 for the site ID and press enter. A typical data printout is shown below. FCI ENVIRONMENTAL PORTABLE PETROSENSE (R) DATA PRINTOUT 08/19/95 11:22:09...
- Page 35 Display Stored Data The Display function allows the user to review the stored data. This function is selected by pressing <F2> in the Logger Menu. The display will prompt the user to select the site ID that is to be reviewed; press ENTER after designating the site number.
- Page 36 Delete Stored Data Pressing <F3> in the LOGGER MENU enters the Delete function. The User is prompted to enter the Search Site ID. Once the SEARCH ID number has been indicated and the ENTER key pressed, the PHA-100 searches for the lowest memory location with the Site ID requested and displays it the same as in the DISP function.
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Page 37: Question & Answer
QUESTION & ANSWER: 1) What must be done to the PHA-100Plus before making measurements in the field? __________________________________________________ 2) From the Continuous Mode, how would you quick zero the probe? __________________________________________________ 3) What symbol appears on the screen to indicate the sample analysis is stable and valid? __________________________________________________ 4) When taking a field sample, how high must the readings be... -
Page 38: Cleaning
If the “Clean Probe” message still appears, call 1-214-483-1003 for instructions. As a temporary substitute for FCI cleaning solution, it is acceptable to use automotive windshield cleaning solution with not less than 28% Methanol content (Winter Formula). DO NOT to use windshield cleaning solution that does not have methanol. -
Page 39: Equipment Maintenance
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE The PHA-100Plus needs very little maintenance. To keep your PHA- 100Plus looking like new it is important to keep the case in which it is stored dry (NOT THE PROBE). If possible, when either charging the battery or when stored in the office leave the door on the kit open to allow the kit to adequate air circulation. -
Page 40: Do's & Don'ts
DO’S & DON’TS The purpose of “Do’s and Don’ts” is to give the user a number of suggestions for the operation and maintenance of the PHA-100Plus. Following these guidelines will help optimize the performance and maximize the lifetime of your PHA-100Plus. Battery Maintenance: NiCAD batteries can develop a memory effect. - Page 41 Calibration: Calibration is best done at your home or office rather than in the field. However, it is also acceptable to calibrate in the field. Do not use or reuse old calibration solutions. Calibration is only needed when the results of a verification test fall outside the user-defined accuracy.
- Page 42 Humidity Effects: Zero the probe in the expected humidity where the measurement is to be made. The PHA-100Plus should be zeroed in the blue humidity tube when taking vapor measurements down a well. Humidity does not alter the calibration, but it does affect the zero point of the probe.
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Page 43: Question & Answer
QUESTION AND ANSWER: 1) The PHA-100Plus is _________________ resistant but care should be taken to keep the unit & kit _________________. 2) If further cleaning is needed beyond FCI's cleaning solution, what telephone number should the user call for assistance? __________________________________________________... -
Page 44: Notes
SUMMARY & REVIEW NOTES (for user) 992041, Release 1.3 January 12, 2011... -
Page 45: Limited Warranty
UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS The PHA-100 is certified intrinsically safe by both UL and KEMA. Attempts to repair or modify the PHA-100 by anyone not authorized as a repair person by FCI Environmental, Inc. will void the warranty and the intrinsically safe certification. -
Page 46: Customer Service
HELP HOTLINE FCI Environmental, Inc. wants to congratulate you on purchasing your PHA- 100Plus. We want to serve you with your new PHA-100Plus. If you have any questions, comments or to get immediate help please call the PHA-100Plus hotline at (214) 483-1003 or you can fax us at (214) 575- 5936 between 9a.m. -
Page 47: Classroom Evaluation
__________________________________________________ 20) What size hydrocarbons are the PHA-100Plus sensitive to? __________________________________________________ 21) What are the concentrations of the two pre-mixed calibration standards available from FCI? __________________________________________________ 22) When should a 2-point calibration be performed instead of a 1-point calibration? __________________________________________________... - Page 48 26) What must be done if the probe has dried out? __________________________________________________ 27) What part of the probe must you NEVER touch? __________________________________________________ 28) What should you add to the blue tube to ensure that calibration is maintained? __________________________________________________ 29) What is the expected accuracy of the PHA-100Plus in water? __________________________________________________ 30) When the instrument is first received, it is important to:...
- Page 49 __________________________________________________ 41) The PHA-100Plus is _________________ resistant but care should be taken to keep the unit & kit _________________. 42) If further cleaning is needed beyond FCI's cleaning solution, what telephone number should the user call for assistance? __________________________________________________ 43) How frequently should the PHA-100Plus battery be fully...
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Page 50: Msds Cleaning Solution
South Bay Oil Company 7739 Monroe Street Paramount, CA 90723-5092 Company Contact: Production Manager Telephone Number: (310) 633-3224 SECTION #1 – IDENTIFICATION Product: Windshield Washer Solvent CAS Number: 67-56-1 Chemical Family: Alcohol Chemical Formula: CH3OH Molecular Weight: 32.05 Hazard Rating - Health: 3 High - Fire: 2 Moderate... - Page 51 First Aid – Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, administer CPR. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. SECTION #5 cont. EXPOSURE EFFECTS AND FIRST AID Route of exposure – skin Essentially non-irritating. Repeated or prolonged contact causes drying, brittleness, cracking and irritation.
- Page 52 DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES This information relates only to the material designed and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Such information is to the best of this Company’s knowledge believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date indicated.
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Page 53: Msds P-Xylene Solution
SECTION I – GENERAL INFORMATION CATALOG NO NQ123080 (REORDER PRODUCT BY THIS NO.) PRODUCT NAME P-XYLENE DATA SHEET NO. NQ123080 P-XYLENE FORMULA MIXTURE FORMULA WEIGHT NRTECS SYNONYM ANALYTICAL STANDARD IN DEIONIZED WATER SECTION II – HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES CHEMICAL NAME COMMON NAME –... - Page 54 SECTION IV – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA FLASH POINT N/A FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL EXTINGUISHING MEDIA THIS MATERIAL IS NOT FLAMMABLE. THIS MATERIAL IS NOT COMBUSTIBLE. DETERMINED BY SUPPORTING FIRE. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES WEAR SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS WHEN FIGHTING A CHEMICAL FIRE.
- Page 55 SECTION VI – REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY STABLE. CONDITIONS TO AVOID INCOMPATIBILITY REDUCING AGENTS ACID CHLORIDES AND ACID ANHYDRIDES. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION WILL NOT OCCUR. CONDITIONS TO AVOID CATALOG NO NQ123080 (REORDER PRODUCT BY THIS NO.) PRODUCT NAME P-XYLENE DATA SHEET NO.
- Page 56 SECTION VIII – SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFIC TYPE) PROTECTIVE GLOVES EYE PROTECTION WEAR PROTECTIVE GLASSES. VENTILATION USE ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREA. SPECIAL OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SECTION IX – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS STORAGE AND HANDLING REFRIGERATE IN SEALED CONTAINER. OTHER PRECAUTIONS LAST REVISED 7/26/06 992041, Release 1.3...
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