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TSI Instruments AeroTrak 9001 Operation Manual

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AeroTrak
Cleanroom Condensation
Particle Counter
Model 9001
Operation Manual
P/N 6010508, Revision F
March 2024
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  • Page 1 ™ AeroTrak Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Model 9001 Operation Manual P/N 6010508, Revision F March 2024 www.tsi.com...
  • Page 2 Start Seeing the Benefits of Registering Today! ® ® Thank you for your TSI instrument purchase. Occasionally, TSI releases information on software updates, product enhancements and new products. ® By registering your instrument, TSI will be able to send this important information to you.
  • Page 3 ™ AeroTrak Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Model 9001 Operation Manual P/N 6010508, Revision F March 2024 SHIP TO/MAIL TO: E-mail address: TSI Incorporated answers@tsi.com 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview, MN 55126-3996 Website: http://www.tsi.com U.S. INTERNATIONAL Technical Support: Technical Support: (800) 680-1220/(651) 490-2860 (001 651) 490-2860 Fax: Fax:...

  • Page 4: Manual History

    Manual History The following is a manual history of the AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter, Model 9001 Operation Manual (P/N 6010508). Revision Date February 2017 May 2017 February 2018 December 2019 March 2023 March 2024...

  • Page 5: Warranty

    Warranty Part Number 6010508 / Revision F / March 2024 Copyright ©TSI Incorporated / 2017–2024 / All rights reserved. Address TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA E-mail Address answers@tsi.com (For country-specific terms and conditions outside of the USA, please visit www.tsi.com.) Limitation Of Warranty And Liability (effective October 2023) Seller warrants the goods, excluding software, sold hereunder, under normal use and service as...
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION, DISMANTLING OR REINSTALLATION COSTS OR CHARGES. No Action, regardless of form, may be brought against Seller more than 12 months after a cause of action has accrued. The goods returned under warranty to Seller's factory shall be at Buyer's risk of loss, and will be returned, if at all, at Seller's risk of loss.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Manual History .................... ii Warranty ..................... iii Safety Information ..................vii Laser Safety ..................vii Labels ....................viii Description of Caution/Warning Symbols ..........ix Caution ....................ix Warning ....................ix Caution or Warning Symbols ............. ix Getting Help ................... x CHAPTER 1 Introduction and Unpacking ..........
  • Page 8 Display Screen ................3-21 Maintenance Screen ..............3-22 Communications Screen ............3-23 Regional Screen ................. 3-24 Data Tab ..................3-24 Export Data Screen ..............3-25 Data Integrity Mode ............... 3-29 Powering the Unit Down ..............3-32 CHAPTER 4 Data Handling ..............4-1 USB Data Download ................

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Safety Information This section gives instructions to promote safe and proper handling of the AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter. I M P O R T A N T N O T I C E There are no user-serviceable parts inside the instrument. Refer all repair and maintenance to a qualified factory-authorized technician.

  • Page 10: Labels

    Labels Advisory labels and identification labels are attached to the outside of the particle counter housing and to the optics housing on the inside of the instrument. 1. Serial number label (back panel) 2. Laser instrument compliance label (back panel) 3.

  • Page 11: Description Of Caution/Warning Symbols

    Description of Caution/Warning Symbols Appropriate caution/warning statements are used throughout the manual and on the instrument that require you to take cautionary measures when working with the instrument. Caution C A U T I O N Failure to follow the procedures prescribed in this manual might result in irreparable equipment damage.

  • Page 12: Getting Help

    Getting Help To obtain assistance with this product or to submit suggestions, please contact Customer Service: TSI Incorporated 500 Cardigan Road Shoreview, MN 55126 U.S.A. Fax: (651) 490-3824 (USA) Fax: 001 651 490 3824 (International) Telephone: 1-800-680-1220 (USA) or (651) 490-2860 International: 001 651 490 2860 E-mail Address: answers@tsi.com...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction And Unpacking

    CHAPTER 1 Introduction and Unpacking The AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter (CPC or particle counter) has a touch-screen interface and operates on AC power. This device has a 0.1 CFM (2.83 L/min) flow rate and size range from 10 nm (0.01 µm) to 100 nm (0.1 µm). Up to 10,000 data sets can be ™...

  • Page 14: Unpacking The Aerotrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter

    Unpacking the AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Carefully unpack the AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter from the shipping container and verify that all the items shown in the photos below and listed in the following tables are present. Contact ® immediately if items are missing or broken (see Chapter 7, Contacting Customer Service...
  • Page 15 Qty. Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Country-Specific 700057 (US) Power Cord 700058 (UK) 700059 (Euro) Connector, 3003132 Receptacle, 2-pin (for alarm relay) Computer Cable 700033 (2 m), USB A to B Stylus HEPA Zero Filter 700182 Assembly (requires assembly) ® TrakPro™...
  • Page 16 Qty. Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture Sample tubing 700169 (1M) 1/8” ID ® Tygon Replacement wick 700171 assembly AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Optional Accessory Qty. Item Description Part/Model Reference Picture High Pressure 7950 Diffuser Drain Line (for direct 700200 water connection) 9001 Pump 700425...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    CHAPTER 2 Getting Started This chapter describes the features, connections, and installation of the AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter (CPC or particle counter). It includes: • Instrument Description • Connecting the Fill and Drain Bottles • Providing Power • Using the Stylus •...
  • Page 18 ® 9001 CPC Water Flow Diagram ® 9001 CPC Air Flow AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Model 9001...

  • Page 19: Instrument Description

    Instrument Description The AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter has many features to make measurements convenient. The power switch is located in the lower-left on the front panel. A power LED indicates when the instrument is powered up. The main interface is the color touch-screen interface on the front (see the note below on using a stylus with the screen).
  • Page 20 Description Function Ethernet port The particle counter is compatible with either 10 or 100 MBps systems. The green LED indicates that the network is connected. The yellow LED indicates activity on the network cable. Alarm This connector provides two pins for a contact closure to control an external alarm.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Fill And Drain Bottles

    Connecting the Fill and Drain Bottles I M P O R T A N T N O T I C E Before turning the unit ON, make sure the fill and drain bottles are connected appropriately. If the fill and drain bottles are not connected, the unit cannot keep the wicks wet.

  • Page 22: Direct Inject Water Connection (Optional)

    Direct Inject Water Connection (optional) IMPORTANT NOTICE Before turning the unit ON, make sure that the ultrapure water pressure is regulated down to 12 psi (83 kPa). DO NOT use the instrument with water pressure above 14 psi (97 kPa). AeroTrak™...

  • Page 23: Connecting Sample Inlet Adaptors

    Connecting Sample Inlet Adaptors Remove the plastic shipping cap on the sample inlet and connect either the 1/8” barbed or 1/4” smooth tubing inlet adaptor. Only tighten the inlet adaptor finger-tight, do not use tools. Connect the zero filter assembly for startup.

  • Page 24: Using The Stylus

    Using the Stylus This particle counter is shipped with a plastic stylus for use with the touch screen interface. Use your fingertip or the stylus only. DO NOT use sharp objects, such as pens or pencils on the touch screen as they may damage it.

  • Page 25: Usb A

    C A U T I O N The alarm switch MUST NOT be wired to AC power. Failure to properly install the user alarm could damage the instrument and/or void the instrument warranty. Please read and follow all instructions before wiring or operating the user alarm.

  • Page 26: Using Communications Ports

    Using Communications Ports Ethernet Port The particle counter is compatible with either 10 or 100 MBps systems. The green LED indicates that the network is connected. The yellow LED indicates activity on the network cable. The instrument cannot be operated using power-over-Ethernet (POE). The Ethernet LAN connector is a standard 10/100 Mbps 8-Position 8-Contact (8P8C, often called RJ45) modular plug connection.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Operation

    CHAPTER 3 Operation The AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter is controlled using a touch screen display. Use the plastic stylus or your finger tip. DO NOT use sharp objects (such as a pen point) that may damage the screen overlay. I M P O R T A N T N O T I C E Before turning the unit ON, make sure the fill and drain bottles are connected appropriately.

  • Page 28: Screen Layout And Functionality

    The instrument will go through a self-check and the warm-up screen will be displayed. You will need to wait for all the warm-up screen red boxes to turn green before the instrument main screen will be displayed (shown below). The instrument is ready for operation when the main screen appears. If the unit fails to fully initialize, refer to the Troubleshooting section.

  • Page 29: Main Screen

     2. When you enter information using the keyboard, press either the (Enter) or Esc keys when you are done. When you enter data using the keypad, the data is entered when you press OK on the screen. The keyboard will then be hidden until another text entry box is selected.
  • Page 30 Tap the (Location) icon to step through the list of Locations for the Zone. Field Description Displays the zone where the sample is being taken by the instrument. Press the icon to display (Zone) a summary of information for the zone. This drop-down box allows selection of a (Location) preconfigured Location to associate the sampled...

  • Page 31: Zoomed Data Screen

    Zoomed Data Screen The Zoomed Data screen is entered by touching in the size and count part of the main tab display. The bottom portion of the screen summarizes the concentrations for the currently selected location. Tap the size and count portion of the display to switch back to the Main Tab display.

  • Page 32: Setup Tab

    Setup Tab The Setup Screen is used to set up various system functions and operations. The setup tab provides access to the following: Zones Identify and save the location information associated with collected samples. Recipes Save a group of settings (a recipe) that you use over and over so you do not have to reset individual settings.

  • Page 33: Zone Setup Screen

    Zone Setup Screen “Zones” are a convenient way to group sample data for printing and export. A Zone contains 1 or more “Locations;” this is modeled after cleanroom standards that prescribe the classification of a zone (or room) by taking samples at various locations within the zone. Use the Zone Setup screen to add, delete or edit Zone configurations.
  • Page 34 To Add a Zone To add a zone, press Add. The Definition Screen is displayed. 1. Enter a name for the zone and input the Area using the keypad, Select either ft or m to describe the area of the zone. 2.
  • Page 35 5. Select the recipe you want to use from the “Select Recipe” listbox or press Create Recipe to create a new recipe or Edit Recipe to edit the recipe shown in the “Select Recipe” field. Recipes Setup Screen in the Setup Tab section for information about the fields and parameters of the recipe tabs.
  • Page 36 4. The Locations Screen displays the location within the selected zone. You can add, rename, or remove a location from the zone. You can also move the location name up or down in the list. 5. You can take as many samples as possible (up to 10,000) under a specific location attached to a specific recipe and then be able to select the samples based on date to export data for a selected number of samples.

  • Page 37: Recipes Setup Screen

    Recipes Setup Screen Use the Recipes Setup screen to review recipes, add or delete recipes, and edit recipes. The “Default” recipe cannot be deleted. A recipe that has samples cannot be deleted. The easiest way to log data once a minute is by using the default recipe with no Zone.
  • Page 38 4. Select the Count Mode: options are Automatic, Manual, and Beep as described below. Field Description Automatic If this mode is selected, the particle counter starts counting in automatic mode when the start button is pressed and will collect the number of samples specified by the Cycles setting on the Recipes Timing Screen.
  • Page 39 W A R N I N G Flow error alarms may not occur if sample time is less than 15 seconds. To ensure proper flow alarm operation, utilize a sample time of 15 seconds or larger. Field Description Start Delay Start Delay indicates how long it will be before the first sample is taken.

  • Page 40: System Setup Screen

    9. The Channels tab can be used to view the particle size, enable / disable alarm for the channel and set the alarm threshold for the channel. The threshold values are expressed in the units selected in the Count Units control. Select the appropriate Count Units #, #/ft or #/m During sampling, when a channel value exceeds the threshold value set here, the channel data is highlighted in red on the Main screen,...
  • Page 41 Tap on the screen to display the on-screen keyboard and enter the required information. Field Description Old Password Enter your existing password (if one has already been set) or leave blank. New Password Enter a new password. The password can be any length and use any characters.

  • Page 42: Change Setup Password Screen

    Change Setup Password Screen If a Setup password has been previously set, that password must be entered before being allowed to change the Setup password. If a Setup password is set, clicking on the setup tab at the bottom of the main screen brings up a password screen.

  • Page 43: Configuration Screen

    Configuration Screen Use the Configuration screens to set configuration parameters. Press OK when finished. Field Description Store Partial Samples When selected, stores the partial record in the current database if the instrument is stopped during a sampling period. Alarm Volume Level Controls the alarm volume setting.

  • Page 44: Clear Samples Screen

    Field Description Relay Trigger Check the box or boxes for the icon or icons upon which the relay trigger will close. Relay will close on instrument status errors including laser error, algorithm corruption, or select control voltages. Relay will close on any flow error including sample flow, sheath air flow, or concentrator flow.

  • Page 45: Information Screen

    Information Screen Use the Information screen to view the system’s model, serial number, copyright, manufacture date, calibration date, next calibration date, firmware version, USB IP address and date and time format. Press Close when finished. Device Setup Screen Use the Device Setup screen to access screens to set or change the date and time, adjust touch screen alignment, set up communications, set regional features, and perform maintenance.

  • Page 46: Date And Time Screen

    Date and Time Screen Use the Date and Time screen to set the current date and time and set the date format. Press OK when finished. Select options using the arrows or tapping on the screen which brings up the keypad. Field Description Date...

  • Page 47: Display Screen

    Display Screen Use the Display screen to adjust touch screen alignment. Field Description Screen Alignment Press this item to reset the screen alignment. Follow the directions on the alignment screen. NO T IC E The touchscreen display is aligned at the factory and typically will stay aligned for the life of the instrument.

  • Page 48: Maintenance Screen

    Maintenance Screen Use the Maintenance screen to perform maintenance operations. The maintenance screen has a number of useful features. Field Description Prime Wicks Whenever wicks are replaced or the unit is fully shut off for prolonged periods of time (> 1 day), wicks need to be primed.

  • Page 49: Communications Screen

    Communications Screen Use the Communications screen to configure the IP address, subnet, and default gateway to which the instrument belongs. Addresses can be entered using the arrows or by selecting a field and using the on-screen keypad. Field Description IP Address The numerical identification (logical address) that is assigned to this device when participating in a computer network utilizing the Internet Protocol for...

  • Page 50: Regional Screen

    Regional Screen Use the Regional screen to set the language in which the on-screen dialog is displayed and your regional format for numbers. Field Description Language Select the language in which you want on-screen dialog displayed; options are German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese (simplified), and Japanese.

  • Page 51: Export Data Screen

    Field Description Number Size Channel size. This is always 10.0. Export the data to a flash drive. See Export Data Screen below. Zone (Z) Zone where the data was collected. Location (L) Location where the data was collected. Sample Duration of the sampling period. Date Date on which the data was collected.
  • Page 52 Field Description Secured file This file is intended to be used with TrakPro™ Lite Secure software and maintains CFR 21 Part 11 compliance. The file has the extension file name_sec.xml. ® Unsecured file This file is intended for you to input into Excel spreadsheet program for graphing and data manipulation purposes and has the extension file name.xml.
  • Page 53 3. You now have the option to download select data sorted by date or record number as shown below. Make the choices for the data range and click Export. 4. This form allows you to select data for export by zone. Move a desired zone to the box on the right to select it.
  • Page 54 5. This form allows you to select data for export by range of sample Index. Tap Select Range radio button and then select the lower and upper sample index numbers. To select data for export by zone instead, tap the Select by Zone button at the bottom. 6.

  • Page 55: Data Integrity Mode

    Data Integrity Mode Data Integrity Mode allows the unit to be locked down to ensure the sampling data cannot be modified. When in this mode, all printing and data exporting is prohibited. Data Integrity Mode is designed to be used in conjunction with TrakPro™ Lite Secure software.
  • Page 56 To allow sampling, the unit will need to be unlocked using TrakPro™ Lite Secure software. During this process TrakPro™ Lite Secure software will place the user ID # and password into the instrument to allow you to take samples. The unlock icon on the main page indicates the instrument is in data integrity mode and unlocked.
  • Page 57 A password needs to be entered when the unit first starts, or when the first sample is taken after disconnecting from TrakPro™ Lite Secure software; or after a timeout that was programmed from TrakPro™ Lite Secure software. The timeout is the time after a sample is complete until a new sample begins.

  • Page 58: Powering The Unit Down

    Powering the Unit Down To turn off the instrument, press the power switch and the following screen will appear. The unit can be powered down by pressing the Turn Off button. You DO NOT need to have the fill and drain bottles connected to the unit after it is completely powered down.

  • Page 59: Chapter 4 Data Handling

    CHAPTER 4 Data Handling There are three basic ways to get data from the AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter. 1. Data download to a USB Flash Drive. ™ 2. USB port connection to a computer using TrakPro Lite Secure software. 3.

  • Page 60: Usb Data Download

    USB Data Download The AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter is equipped with a USB A host drive that will allow for the downloading of stored data to a USB flash drive (also commonly called a USB thumb drive). To download data, attach a flash drive to the USB A host port and follow the instructions in the operation section of this manual.

  • Page 61: Chapter 5 Maintenance

    CHAPTER 5 Maintenance The chapter contains maintenance and troubleshooting solutions for the Model 9001 AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter. N O T I C E There are no user-serviceable parts inside this instrument. Opening the instrument case may void the warranty. TSI ®...

  • Page 62: Extended Storage

    Extended Storage If the instrument is to be turned off for more than two (2) weeks, drain the wicks by going to the maintenance screen and selecting Drain Wicks. It is a good practice to perform the procedure two (2) times before shipping or storage.
  • Page 63 4. Power down the instrument, press the “Power” button on the front panel. 5. Place CPC on its side to access the bottom of the instrument. 6. Locate the wick block and remove the three (3) screws. 7. Attach the wick removal tool to the wick block. 8.
  • Page 64 9. Remove all three (3) wicks from the wick block. 10. Install all three (3) wicks. NO T IC E Wicks are installed with the elevated material end sticking out, going into the unit. AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Model 9001...
  • Page 65 11. Carefully, place the bottom of the wicks onto the wick block. 12. Align wick block with the alignment pin as shown in the picture. 13. Push wick block completely in. 14. Tighten three (3) screws into the wick block. NO T IC E DO NOT over tighten the screws.
  • Page 66 16. Connect Fill and Drain Bottles to the unit. 17. Turn on instrument. 18. Allow the instrument to fully go through it’s warm up. AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Model 9001...
  • Page 67 19. Go to Setup => Device => Maintenance. 20. Press “New Wicks Reset.” ▪ This will reset the wick counter. NO T IC E Instrument will alarm six (6) months from last replaced date. 21. AeroTrak™ 9001 Cleanroom CPC is ready for use. Maintenance...
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  • Page 69: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Instrument is being operated outside Counts are too low Operate instrument within specifications. temperature or relative humidity specifications. Internal parts have been damaged because Return to factory or factory authorized instrument was stored at a temperature service centers for service.
  • Page 70 Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Instrument does not meet Bad wicks Replace wicks. Wicks may be replaced by zero count specification an authorized distributor or end user. (<1 particle/5 mins) (cont.) FLOW ERROR Instrument was unable to control flow rate Restart measurement.

  • Page 71: Chapter 7 Contacting Customer Service

    TSI Customer Service at 1-800-680-1220 (USA) or (651) 490-2860. International Contacts Service TSI Instruments Singapore Pte Ltd 150 Kampong Ampat #05-05 KA Centre Singapore 368324 Telephone:...

  • Page 72: Technical Support

    Cressex Business Park High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3ST UNITED KINGDOM Telephone: +44 (0) 149 4 459200 E-mail: tsiuk@tsi.com Technical Support TSI Instruments Singapore Pte Ltd 150 Kampong Ampat #05-05 KA Centre Singapore 368324 Telephone: +65 6595-6388 Fax: +65 6595-6399 E-mail: tsi-singapore@tsi.com...

  • Page 73: Returning For Service

    Returning for Service and complete the on-line “Service Visit our website at tsi.com/service Request” form or call TSI ® at 1-800-680-1220 (USA), (651) 490-2860, or 001 651 490-2860 (International) for specific return instructions. Customer Service will need the following information: •...
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  • Page 75: Appendix A Specifications

    APPENDIX A Specifications All specifications meet or exceed ISO 21501-4 and JIS B9921 and are subject to change without notice. Specification Description Size Range ....Min. Detectable Particle (D ) 10 nm Max. Detectable Particle >3 µm Particle Channel Sizes . Single channel Counting Efficiency ..
  • Page 76 Specification Description Alarm/Status ....Audible alarm on counts. Audible alarm is not associated with sensor status indicators. Only the visual alarm is associated with counts and sensor status indicators. Audible alarm built in; 85 dBA at 1 meter (adjustable) Status Indicators ..Flow, laser and temperatures Alarm Output ....

  • Page 77: Compliance

    Compliance CE Marking ....EN61326-1: 2013 EN6110-1:2010 RoHS Marking .... Laser Safety ....Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 and IEC 60825-1:2014 Specifications...

  • Page 78: Dimensional Diagram

    Dimensional Diagram Dimensions are given in inches (mm in parenthesis). AeroTrak™ Cleanroom Condensation Particle Counter Model 9001...
  • Page 80 TSI Incorporated – Visit our website www.tsi.com for more information. Tel: +1 800 680 1220 India Tel: +91 80 67877200 Tel: +44 149 4 459200 China Tel: +86 10 8219 7688 France Tel: +33 1 41 19 21 99 Singapore Tel: +65 6595 6388 Germany Tel: +49 241 523030...

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