Tisch Environmental TE-5170V-BL Operation Manual

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OPERATIONS MANUAL

TE-5170V-BL Total Suspended Particulate

Volumetric Flow Controller

High Volume Air Sampler

Tisch Environmental, Inc.

145 South Miami Avenue

Village of Cleves, Ohio 45002

Toll Free: (877) 263 -7610 (TSP AND-PM10)

Direct: (513) 467-9000

FAX: (513) 467-9009

sales@tisch-env.com

www.tisch-env.com

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Page 1 OPERATIONS MANUAL TE-5170V-BL Total Suspended Particulate Volumetric Flow Controller High Volume Air Sampler Tisch Environmental, Inc. 145 South Miami Avenue Village of Cleves, Ohio 45002 Toll Free: (877) 263 -7610 (TSP AND-PM10) Direct: (513) 467-9000 FAX: (513) 467-9009 sales@tisch-env.com www.tisch-env.com...
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Page 3 Assistance If you encounter problems or require detailed explanations, do not hesitate to contact Tisch Environmental offices by e-mail or phone. Toll Free: (877) 263 -7610 (TSP AND-PM10) Direct: (513) 467-9000 FAX: (513) 467-9009 sales@tisch-env.com...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Sampler Operation ______________________________________________________________________ 31 Timer Preparation _______________________________________________________________________ 32 TE-5007 7-Day Mechanical Timer ____________________________________________________________________ 32 Troubleshooting ___________________________________________________________________ 33 Maintenance and Care ______________________________________________________________ 35 Warranty _________________________________________________________________________ 36 Assembly Drawings _________________________________________________________________ 37 TE-5003V Filter Holder Assembly ___________________________________________________________ 37 TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 5 Calibration Worksheets _____________________________________________________________ 38 Calibration Certificate _______________________________________________________________ 40 TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 6: Introduction
Tisch Environmental guidelines and standards. If you have concerns about the safety of your product or questions about safe practices, contact Tisch Environmental by phone or e-mail to speak with a representative. Important Safety Instructions Read and understand all instructions.
Page 7: Electrical Installation
Always replace damaged extension cords immediately, or seek repair from qualified electricians before further use. Remember to protect extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet conditions. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 8: Product Description
Suspended Particulate). The physical design of the sampler is based on aerodynamic principles that result in the collection of particles of 100 microns (Stokes Equivalent Diameter) and less. The TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC sampler consists of a TE-5001 Anodized Aluminum Shelter, TE-5001-10 Gabled Roof Assembly, TE-5070-BL Brushless Blower Motor Assembly, TE-5003V 8”x10”...
Page 9: Calibration Requirements
Calibration Requirements TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC High Volume Air Sampler should be calibrated:  Upon installation  After any motor maintenance  Once every quarter (three months)  After 360 sampling hours TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 10: Calibration Kits
Calibration Kits The TE-5028 is the preferred method to calibrate the TE-5170V-BL VFC TSP High Volume Air Sampler. It simulates change in the resistance by merely rotating the knob on the top of the calibrator. The infinite resolution lets the technician select the desired flow resistance.
Page 11: Parts
Parts 1. Shelter Box - 48" x 20" x 20" 75 lbs TSP VFC Brushless Sampler System TE-5170V-BL 110volt, 60hz Brushless Blower Motor TE-5070-BL 110volt and 220volt Volumetric Flow Controller(attached to motor) TE-10557TSP-BL Filter Holder TE-5003V 24 Hour Chart Recorder...
Page 12 Elapsed Time Indicator TE-5012 110volt, 60hz 7 Day Mechanical Timer TE-5007 110volt, 60hz 30” Manometer TE-5030 Male Stagnation Fitting with tubing TE-10618 Bulkhead Fitting(attached to aluminum shelter) TE-10617 Box of Recorder Charts TE-106 TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 13 19" x 14" x 14" 9 lbs Gabled Roof TE-5001-10 3. Transformer(only required for 110volt mains power installations) 13” x 13” x 10” 30lbs Step Transformer(110volts 220volts) TE-10965 *** Save the shipping containers and packing material for future use. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 14: Assembly
4. Lower Filter Holder, VFC, and Blower Motor down through top support pan on shelter. 5. Connect clear tubing from bulkhead fitting to pressure tap on side of filter holder. 6. Connect black tubing from brushless blower motor to recorder. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 15: Gabled Roof Assembly
Secure TE-5001-10-11 rear lid hasp inside the lid with the slot angled up using (2) #10-24 pan head screws with stop nuts. *Do not tighten completely, this may need to be adjusted after final assembly* TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 16 Attach the chain and “S” hook assembly to the side of the shelter with a #6-32 x 3/8” pan head screw. Step 7 The Lid can now be secured in an open or closed position with the “S” hook. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 17: Electrical Set-Up
The other female cord set on timer (on the right) is hot all the time and plugs into the TE-5009 Continuous Flow Recorder male cord set. The male cord set of timer plugs into the line voltage The TE-5070V-BL Brushless Blower Motor male cord set plugs into TE-5012 ETI female end. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 18 The other female cord set on timer (on the right) is hot all the time and plugs into the TE-5009 Continuous Flow Recorder male cord set. The male cord set of timer plugs into the line voltage TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 19: Operations
Also, never try this leak test procedure with a manometer connected to the pressure tap on the calibration orifice or the pressure tap on the side of the sampler. Liquid from either manometer could be drawn into the system and cause motor damage. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 20 If you have the G Factor that accompanies each VFC, go to “TE-5170V High Vol. TSP VFC with G-Factor”, if you do not have a G Factor then go to “TE-5170V High Vol. TSP” excel spreadsheet. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 21 Note: Calibration orifices should be sent back to Tisch Environmental for calibration on an annual basis per US EPA Compendium Method IO-2.1 Part 7.3.2 Sampling of Ambient Air For Total Suspened Particulate Matter (SPM) and PM Using High Volume (HV) Sampler 1.
Page 22 As per stated in the method IO-2.1, % Difference calculations should be less than +-4% 3. To calculate the total air volume during the sample enter the following information: Calculate Total Air Volume Using G-Factor Average Enter the average temperature of the sample throughout the TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 23 1.1 to 1.7 m3/min (39 to 60 CFM). This is the acceptable operating flow rate range of the sampler. If this condition is not met, the sampler should be TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 24 The EPA guidelines state that the percent difference should be within + or - 3 or 4%. If they are greater than this a leak may have been present during calibration and the sampler should be recalibrated. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 25: Example Calculations
Inserting the numbers from the calibration worksheet test number one we get: Qa = 1/.92408[Sqrt((3.8)(293/749.3))- (-0.00383)] Qa = 1.0821573[Sqrt((3.8)(.3910316)) + 0.00383] Qa = 1.0821573[Sqrt(1.48592) + 0.00383] Qa = 1.0821573[1.2189831 + 0.00383] Qa = 1.0821573[1.2228131] Qa = 1.323 TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 26 % Difference = (Look Up flow - Qa)/Qa * 100 Inserting the numbers from the worksheet: % Difference = (1.287 - 1.323)/1.323 * 100 % Difference = (-0.036)/1.323 * 100 % Difference = (-0.0272108) * 100 % Difference = -2.72 TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 27 This should not be an area of concern as generally these variations are slight. The above calculations have to be performed for all five calibration points. Once this is done, the calibration is complete. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 28 = to same units as barometric pressure. = 14.3 in H O / 13.61 x 25.4 = 26.687729 mm Hg = 26.69 mm Hg 5. Calculate pressure ratio. = 1 - (P NOTE: P and P MUST HAVE CONSISTENT UNITS TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 29 The reading of flow rate is: = 1.254 m /min (actual) If your Po/Pa number is not in look up table ie; >.979 then interpolate. 7. Determine flow rate in terms of standard air. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 30 The reading of flow rate is: Qa = 1.260 m3/min (actual) If your Po/Pa number is not in look up table ie; >.979 then interpolate. 8. Determine flow rate in terms of standard air. Qstd = 1.268 std m3/min TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 31: Sampler Operation
Sampler Operation TE-5170V-BL VFC TSP 1. After performing calibration procedure, remove filter holder frame by loosening the four wing nuts allowing the brass bolts and washers to swing down out of the way. Shift frame to one side and remove.
Page 32: Timer Preparation
2. To set the "STOP" time, attach a (dark) "OFF" tripper to the dial face on the desired "STOP" time. Tighten tripper screw securely. 3. To set current time and day, grasp dial and rotate clockwise only until correct time and day appear at time pointer. TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 33: Troubleshooting
-Make sure timer is on -Check Motor/Motor brushes Mass Flow Controller not -Make sure 8 amp breaker is not popped working -Make sure flow probe is installed correctly -Check all electrical connections -Check power supply TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 34 -Check Power Supply -Check motor -Make sure all gaskets are in place -Make sure all connections are secure Air Leaks -Makes sure connections are not over tightened -Check for damaged components: Filter holder screen, gaskets, motor flanges TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 35: Maintenance And Care
We recommend that the following cleaning and maintenance activities be observed until a stable operating history of the sampler has been established. TE-5170V-BL VFC TSP Sampler 1. Make sure all gaskets (including motor cushion) are in good shape and that they seal properly.
Page 36: Warranty
Tisch Environmental factories. The liability of Tisch Environmental, Inc. is limited to servicing or replacing any defective part of any instrument returned to the factory by the original purchaser.
Page 37: Assembly Drawings
Assembly Drawings TE-5003V Filter Holder Assembly TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 38 Calibration Worksheets TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 39 TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...
Page 40 Calibration Certificate TE-5170V-BL TSP VFC Operations Manual...

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