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Reference calibrator PNR 1000 K
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- Page 1 Instruction manual Reference calibrator PNR 1000 K © 2024 KNESTEL Technologie & Elektronik GmbH Passing on and copying of this document, utilization and communication of its contents are prohibited unless expressly permitted. Violations will result in liability for damages. All rights reserved in the event of patent, utility model or design registration.
- Page 2 Prologue Dear customers, We are pleased that you have decided to purchase a product from KNESTEL Technologie & Elektronik GmbH. These operating instructions will familiarize you with the purchased device and its features. The technical data, illustrations and dimensions in these instructions are not binding.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Transport und Entsorgung ................... 12 Specific sources of danger ..................12 Electrical energy ....................12 Notes on avoiding damage to the PNR 1000 K ............13 General product description ................13 Area of application ....................... 13 Marking of the product / nameplates ................14 Technical description .................. - Page 4 System settings....................27 Calendar settings ....................28 Maintenance ....................29 Safety instructions for maintenance ................29 Maintenance plan ......................29 Spare parts & accessories ..................30 Replacing the silica gel ....................30 Update menu ....................... 33 Storage, decommissioning, recommissioning ............. 33 Instructions for storage and decommissioning times..........
- Page 5 Table of figures Figure 1: Nameplate, exemplary ....................14 Figure 2: Top view ........................15 Figure 3: Touch display, exemplary ..................16 Figure 4: Homescreen ......................19 Figure 5: blue thermometer symbol during temperature adjustment ........20 Figure 6: Device in stop mode ....................20 Figure 7: auto-trimming button ....................
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Page 6: Introduction
The company KNESTEL Technologie & Elektronik GmbH is referred to as KNESTEL in the following document. • The reference calibrator PNR 1000 K is referred to as PNR 1000 K in the following document. • The target group for this documentation is trained, qualified technical personnel who are entrusted with any work on this product. -
Page 7: Liability And Warranty
• Improper handling resulting in destruction of existing warranty seals All obligations of the company KNESTEL result from our General Terms and Conditions or the respective contract, which also contains the complete and solely valid warranty provisions. These contractual warranty provisions are also neither extended nor limited by the explanations in this documentation. -
Page 8: Safety Instructions
Any use beyond this or any other use is considered improper and may result in personal injury or property damage to the user or third parties! Operating requirements The PNR 1000 K may only be operated if the following requirements are met on the building side: Version Feb-2024... -
Page 9: Obligations Of The Operator
Obligations of the operator The owner of the PNR 1000 K is considered the operator. The owner is responsible for the intended use. The following requirements must be met by the operator: • Always keep this documentation handy, in a legible condition and complete near the equipment and ensure that all safety instructions contained therein are observed. -
Page 10: Qualification And Training Of Personnel
Qualification and training of personnel • Any work on and with the PNR 1000 K may only be carried out by personnel who are sufficiently qualified, instructed and authorized for the corresponding work tasks. • Personnel must be able to assess the work assigned to them and evaluate possible hazards based on their technical training, knowledge and experience, and knowledge of the relevant regulations. -
Page 11: Personal Protective Equipment
The personal protective equipment must meet the safety requirements for the respective work assignment. Operational safety of the PNR 1000 K • Only operate the PNR 1000 K when it is in perfect technical condition. • Immediately eliminate any malfunctions that may affect safety. •... -
Page 12: Not Using The Pnr 1000 K
Follow the warnings and instructions in the "Maintenance" and "Malfunctions" chapters of this documentation. Not using the PNR 1000 K Flush the PNR 1000 K according to regulations, switch it off and secure it against unauthorized switching on. Storage, decommissioning, recommissioning Follow the warnings and instructions in chapter "Storage, decommissioning,... -
Page 13: Notes On Avoiding Damage To The Pnr 1000 K
3 General product description Area of application With the Knestel PNR 1000 K, PN field particle counters of all types can be calibrated on site. It combines a highly stable salt generator and a reference particle counter in one portable housing. -
Page 14: Marking Of The Product / Nameplates
HMI display with touch display • Housing • Extraction pipe The PNR 1000 K is to be used as a stand-alone unit. Operation and visualization: • Touch display in the device • Optional: RS232 interface via USB 2.0 type B... -
Page 15: Specifications And Technical Data
Top view: Figure 2: Top view Specifications and technical data Project-specific deviations from the data given here are possible! Table 2: Specifications and technical data Aerosol NaCl 0,9%, polydisperse, thermally stable Reference concentrations (DE version) 50.000#/cm³, 250.000#/cm³, 400.000#/cm³ Reference concentrations (NL version) 100.000#/cm³, 1.000.000#/cm³... -
Page 16: Control Of The Pnr 1000 K
Operation and visualization, as well as the display of error messages, are carried out via the touch display. Figure 3: Touch display, exemplary 5 Installation of the PNR 1000 K WARNING Risk of electric shock, risk of system damage! •... -
Page 17: Scope Of Delivery / Unpacking
The company KNESTEL declines any liability for personal injury and property damage caused by a renewed, unauthorized installation. If you have any questions, please contact the KNESTEL company. Important contact details can be found on the inside cover page of this documentation. -
Page 18: Electrical Connection
6 Operation General information User interface The user interface (HMI) provides the interface between operator and PNR 1000 K. The operating concept works via a touchscreen, similar to what is common in today's smartphones. To ensure practical operation via the HMI, a capacitive touchscreen is used. This ensures a long service life and is resistant to environmental influences (dust, temperature, scratches, etc.). -
Page 19: Operation During Use (Quickstart Guide)
Operation during use (Quickstart guide) The following images are examples. The menus shown may differ depending on the country configuration. The complete instruction manual can be found at www.KNESTEL.de Switching on the PNR 1000 K • Set up the reference calibrator horizontally •... -
Page 20: Stop Mode
Stop mode • After switching on, the device is in stop mode • Device startup at low temperature: If the device is in a cold state at startup, a blue thermometer symbol appears as shown below. The symbol disappears as soon as the minimum temperature of the device is reached. Meanwhile, the device remains in stop mode (start button is inactive). -
Page 21: Measuring Mode / Calibration
o (1) Blue: Off (no data) o (2) Red/Cross: Error / not ready for measurement o (3) Yellow: Warning / deviation from the nominal state o (4) Green/Check: Everything okay + settled • Special status particle size: o Yellow/Grey (flashing): Warning "Particle size outside the specified range "... -
Page 22: Figure 7: Auto-Trimming Button
• After the waiting time of the generator (3 minutes after starting the device, 1 minute between the concentration levels), the auto-trimming starts and automatically trims the concentration up to the set level • „Auto-trimming position saving“ → Tap on the checkmark to the left of the concentration buttons + confirm as shown below. -
Page 23: Switch Of The Pnr 1000 K
Switch of the PNR 1000 K Cleaning after each use! • Select "Flush" level (water tap) and follow instructions in the display Figure 9: Start flushing Figure 10: Progress display of flushing process Version Feb-2024... -
Page 24: Figure 11: Dry Flush
Figure 11: Dry flush Figure 12: Dry flush progress indicator During air drying an empty container is recommended to be mounted. • Dispose of used NaCl solution. It is recommended to also renew the distilled water after each use! Switch off •... -
Page 25: Other Functions
Other functions System information The current software version numbers are displayed in this menu. Figure 13: System information Status menu • „Expert“-menu for error diagnosis • Accessible via the info button • Detailed information about generator as well as particle counter •... -
Page 26: Status Bar
Status bar Indicates the operating Internal bus Ethernet Time/ mode of the device Date Figure 15: Status bar The status bar is always displayed, regardless of which menu item is selected. Tapping on the bar opens the status page. All temperatures and pressures can be read and checked here. -
Page 27: Channel Settings
Channel settings • Retrievable by tapping the settings button "K" next to the display of the averaged particle count • The averaging time for the displayed particle count in the second line of the home screen can be set here Figure 17: Basic settings/channel settings System settings •... -
Page 28: Calendar Settings
• Language selection o other languages on request • Individual configuration of the concentration buttons o all target concentrations freely configurable o adjustment button as quick selection, e.g. for adjustment with additional concentration values Figure 19: System settings Calendar settings •... -
Page 29: Maintenance
7 Maintenance Safety instructions for maintenance WARNING Risk of injury due to unprofessional work on the PNR 1000 K! • Malfunctions, faults and deviations from normal operating conditions are to be investigated exclusively by personnel who are sufficiently qualified, instructed and authorized for this purpose. -
Page 30: Spare Parts & Accessories
Spare parts & accessories Description Knestel order number Silica gel ME SILICAGEL 1 Specification: Silicon Diozide, color change orange → colorless, grain size 2.0 - 5.0 mm, solid spheres. Filling funnel ME TRICHTER 1 Screw-in bottle for NaCl or distilled... -
Page 31: Figure 21: Disassembly Overview
Disassembly overview Figure 21: Disassembly overview Open dryer cartridge Figure 22: Open dryer cartridge (use screwdriver or coin) The used silica gel must first be emptied from the dryer cartridge, then: Version Feb-2024... -
Page 32: Figure 23: Fill In Silica Gel
Fill in fresh silica gel using a funnel Figure 23: Fill in silica gel After the dryer cartridge has been filled with new silica gel, the consumption indicator in the display can be reset. To do this, press the following button Figure 24: Reset consumption display Spent silica gel can basically be regenerated, we recommend the following procedure:... -
Page 33: Update Menu
• Place the refractory mold with the silica gel in an oven (note: do not preheat) • Operate the oven at 105 °C - 150 °C for about 4 hours. (Attention: higher temperatures can decompose the color indicator) • Remove the refractory mold from the oven (Caution: risk of burns: use heat-resistant gloves/rags or a suitable tool for this purpose) •... -
Page 34: Instructions For Storage And Decommissioning Times
Damage and/or service costs caused by non-compliance with these instructions are not covered by the warranty. If you have any questions, please contact KNESTEL. Important service numbers can be found on the inside cover of this documentation. Instructions for storage and decommissioning times When storing the device, make sure that the enclosed liquids do not freeze. -
Page 35: Cleaning The Nozzle
For a quick response please also take pictures of all status screens (see 6.3.2) and the system parameters (see 6.3.4) Cleaning the Nozzle • Remove Nozzle (lower part) including the extension (upper part) • Check O-rings for damages •... -
Page 36: Transport And Disposal
Figure 26: Nozzle (upper and lower part) of the salt generator 8 Transport and disposal Disassembly, transport and disposal of the PNR 1000 K may only be carried out by specially authorized and trained personnel. Special hazards that must be expected are listed below. -
Page 37: Disposal
Disposal • In the event of disposal of the PNR 1000 K, it must be disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner on the basis of the locally applicable legal regulations. -
Page 38: Appendix A: Delaration Of Conformity
Erklärung ihre Gültigkeit. approved by named company beforehand. Typ / Model PNR 1000 K Bezeichnung / Designation Referenz Kalibrator PNR 1000 K EG-Richtlinien / EC Guidelines • 2014/30/EU • 2014/30/EC • 2006/95/EG • 2006/95/EC •... - Page 39 Version Feb-2024...
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