Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ............................ 1 2. SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 3 3. USER OPERATION ..........................5 ........................ 5 SSEMBLY AND ISASSEMBLY Assembly Procedure ........................... 5 Disassembly Procedure ........................6 ..........................6 PERATIONAL HECK ............................ 7 ADIATION HECK 4. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ................9 5.
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Annual Calibration Verification Procedure ..................23 ..........................24 ROUBLESHOOTING ........................25 EPAIR AND ALIBRATION 8. RECYCLING ............................26 9. PARTS LIST ............................27 HVPS B 53) ......................27 OARD RAWING LED D 4) ....................29 RIVER OARD RAWING 60) ......................30 OARD RAWING LED D...
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Section Introduction The Model 4901P Beta/Gamma Hand & Shoe Monitor is intended for use as a medium-level beta and gamma contamination monitor. There are four count channels in the standard configuration, monitoring the palms of each hand and the soles of each shoe.
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Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Model 4901P Hand and Shoe Monitor Ludlum Measurements, Inc. Page 2 April 2024...
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Section Specifications pancake-type, halogen-quenched GM Detectors: 1.7 ±0.3 mg/cm mica Window: energy dependent Energy Response: Background Count Rate: 200-250 cpm Hands: 250-300 cpm Shoes: Detector Effeicnecy (4π): Hands: 12% for 12% for 3% for...
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Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Background Update Interval: adjustable from 1 to 99 minutes. A background count will take place if the machine is not in use at every interval specified by this timer. Background accumulation will be forced within this interval Force Update: of time if an automatic accumulation has not been made.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Section User Operation Assembly and Disassembly The vertical sections of the hand detector are now shipped detached from the foot detector section. Four screws (8-32X1/2 inch) are used to reattach the vertical sections. A connector is used to distribute power/signals to and from the detectors and main electronics.
Check that the unit returns to normal service (READY LED will light) after the 60-second update interval has expired. Disassembly Procedure Turn the power OFF to the Model 4901P and remove the power cord from the receptacle. Place the unit on a workbench or other suitable work area.
This check verifies that the instrument is turned on, that the settings are appropriate, and that the system alarms when the detectors are exposed to excess radiation (above background level). Ludlum Measurements suggests that this operational check be performed after setup and before use.
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Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor removed before the count is complete. • Once count is complete, the green CHECK OK light or the read ALARM light will turn on. Smaller red lights will turn on with the ALARM light to indicate the location of the alarm.
All of the microprocessor RAM is transferred to flash memory when this button is pushed. Any changes made to variables only change the current microprocessor RAM. If the Model 4901P is turned off prior to saving changes, these changes are lost. To save parameter changes, press the SAVE button before turning the Model 4901P off.
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The SHORT COUNT LED stays on for the alarm hold time or until the hand switches are re-activated. A short count resets the count time. If no hand switch is sensed during the short count time, then the Model 4901P goes back to the ready state lighting the READY LED.
Pollution Degree 2 (as defined by IEC 644) Cleaning Instructions and Precautions The Model 4901P may be cleaned externally with a damp cloth, using only water as the wetting agent. Do not immerse the instrument in any liquid. Observe the following precautions when cleaning: 1.
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If the wrong power converter is used, the instrument and/or power converter could be damaged. The Model 4901P is marked with the following symbols: PROTECTIVE CONDUCTOR TERMINAL (per IEC 417, No. 5019) – designates the central grounding point for the safety ground. This symbol is visible inside the chassis.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Electrical Safety Precautions • Do not expose the unit to rain or an environment where it may be splashed by water or other liquids, as doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Section Setup This section gives instructions on how to use the keys to set up the instrument. Examples of keystroke sequences are given for each parameter. For information on using the instrument to make a radiation check, see Section 7.
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Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Individual Alarms The individual channel alarms are left hand, right hand, left foot, and right foot (LH, RH, LF, and RF). If the counts are greater than, or equal to, the count alarm set point for an individual channel during the count time, then the individual alarm LED (LH, RH, LF, RF) activates.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor High Background Alarms Set the high background parameters to preclude nuisance alarms from varying backgrounds. For backgrounds near 100 counts per minute, choose 175. Set both the LH/RH and LF/RF high-background set points. Setup Background Menu Access the SETUP menu: •...
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Setup Time Menu This menu sets the count time and alarm hold time. The alarm hold time also applies to the SHORT COUNT LED. To access the SETUP TIME menu: • With READY displayed on the LCD.
Setup Volume Menu The volume menu sets only the ALARM volume. The Model 4901P emits a beeping sound after various events (mode change, parameter change, etc.). This beeping volume is always at the maximum and is not adjustable.
• Press the EXIT key to exit back to the ALARMS menu. Read Time Menu This menu reads all the time parameters of the Model 4901P. The user cannot change these values from this menu. To access the READ TIME menu: •...
• Press the EXIT key to exit back to the VOLUME menu. Read Volume Menu This menu reads all of the volume parameters of the Model 4901P. The user cannot change these values from this menu. To access the READ VOLUME menu: •...
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Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor To access the PASSWORD menu: • With READY displayed on the LCD. • Press SELECT once to select the setup menu. SETUP menu appears. • Press SELECT once to execute the setup menu. ALARMS menu appears.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Calibration Menu The Cal Menu has two choices: Display of Hands Count Data Selecting this mode provides a one-second updating display of the current count from the hand detectors (in counts per second). This mode is used for setting or checking the threshold level and as a general diagnostic using a pulser or source counts from the detectors.
Section Calibration and Troubleshooting Calibration Procedure General The Model 4901P was set up for 80 mV sensitivity and 900 Vdc operation for GM type detectors. Equipment 1. Ludlum Model 500 pulser or equal 2. High-impedance voltmeter or high-voltage measurements (10 megohm) 3.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Trouble Shooting The block diagram of the Model 4901P can be thought of as four detectors connected to a multi-counter main board. All detectors operate from a single, high-voltage power supply (HVPS). This supply is located on the main electronics chassis just below the main board.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor power-down and up cycle. Caution!: To avoid electrical shock, ensure that the instrument is off for at least one minute before touching the connections. Repair and Calibration To return an instrument for repair or calibration, provide sufficient packing material to prevent damage during shipment.
To this end, Ludlum Measurements, Inc. strives to supply the consumer of its goods with information regarding reuse and recycling of the many different types of materials used in its products.
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Section Parts List Reference Description Part Number Model 4901P Hand UNIT Completely Assembled & Shoe Monitor Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor 48-3009 BOARD Assembled HVPS 5436-042 HVPS Board, Drawing 436 x 53 C001 10µF 20V 04-5655 CAPACITORS C002 1µF 35V...
Model 4901P Hand & Shoe Monitor Section Drawings and Diagrams Panel and Plate Assembly Drawings Main Chassis Front Panel, Drawing 420 x 171 Front Panel LED, Drawing 420 x 170 Schematics and Component Layouts HVPS Board, Drawing 436 x 53...
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