ATI Technologies 2i User manual

Aerosol Photometer
2i
Operation and Maintenance Manual

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Contents
Chapters
Introduction and Precautions 7
CHAPTER 1
Scope of Manual 7
Definitions 7
Definiciones 8
Définitions 8
Definitioner 9
定义 9
User Responsibility 10
Precautions 10
For Customers in Canada 12
For Customers in the USA 12
For Customers in Europe 14
For All Customers 15
Photometer Overview 16
CHAPTER 2
Instrument Description 16
Filter Leak Testing: The Most Common Application 17
How the Photometer Operates 18
Theory of Operation 18
Sampling System 18
Light Scattering Chamber (LSC) 19
Capabilities 19
Input / Output features 19
Utility Requirements 20
Unpacking and Setting Up the Photometer 21
CHAPTER 3
Packing List 21
Unpacking 21
Installation 22
Before you begin 22
Connecting Electrical Power 22
Connecting the Scanning Probe 23
Connecting the Interface Ports 24
USB Port 24
Printer Port 24
Know Your Equipment 25
CHAPTER 4
Front Panel General Overview 25
Rear Panel General Overview 26
Scanning Probe Overview 27
Thermal Printer Overview 28
Function Keys 29
Sampling Ports 29

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Operating the 2i: Basic Operation 30
CHAPTER 5
Before You Begin 30
Basic Operation 31
Reporting Modes 34
Summary Mode 34
Monitoring 36
Continuous 38
Alarms Modes and Set Point 38
Alarm Set Point 38
Alarm modes 39
Icons 40
Software Reference 41
CHAPTER 6
Software Description 41
Start-up Screen 41
Making Entries 42
Entering Numerical Values 42
Turning Options Flags On or Off 43
Using the Alphanumerical Keypad 43
General Screen Structure 44
Menu Structure and Options 45
Menu Structure 45
Run Mode Screen 46
Top Level Menu Options 47
Alarm Set Point 48
Alarms 49
Set 100% to Upstream Concentration 49
Instructions 50
Measuring the Upstream Aerosol 50
Accepting the Result 51
Aerosol Concentration Result Too Low 51
Aerosol Concentration Result Too High 52
Set Internal Reference 52
Use Previous 100% Settings 53
Re-establish Zero 53
Setup 54
Aerosol Noise Suppression 54
Reporting Functions 56
Date and Time 57
Display 58
Error Messages 59
Application Notes 61
CHAPTER 7
Abbreviations List 61
Aerosol Correction Factors 61
Maintaining the Photometer 62
CHAPTER 8
Definitions and Features 62
Recommended Scheduled Maintenance 63
Daily 63

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Annually 63
Replacing the Main Power Fuses 64
Cleaning the Lint Screens 64
Troubleshooting Guide 65
CHAPTER 9
Instrument Will Not Power Up 65
Error E1 – Sample Line Blockage 65
Error E2 – Out of Temperature Range 66
Error E3 – Photomultiplier Tube (PMT) Inoperable 66
APPENDIX A Contacting ATI 67
For Technical Support or Application Questions 67
For Customer Service 67
APPENDIX B Warranty 68
APPENDIX C Declaration of Conformity 70
APPENDIX D Specifications 71
Main Unit Physical Characteristics 71
Operational Requirements 71
Operating Conditions 71
Aerosol Detection 71
Data Output Formats 71
Outputs 71
APPENDIX E Maintenance and Spare Items 72
APPENDIX F Accessories 73
Scanning Probe 73
Thermal Printer Module (Optional) 73
Wheeled Transport Case (Optional) 73
APPENDIX G Manual Revision History 74
APPENDIX H Español – Precauciones 75
APPENDIX I Français – Précautions 77
APPENDIX J 中文 – 预防 79
APPENDIX K Svenska – Försiktighetsåtgärder 81
Figures
Figure 1: Front Panel Overview 25
Figure 2: Rear Panel Overview 26
Figure 3: Scanning Probe Overview 27
Figure 4: Thermal Printer Overview 28
Figure 5: Basic Operation of the 2i Aerosol Photometer 31
Figure 6: Sample Summary Mode Reporting Ticket 36
Figure 7: Sample Monitoring Mode Data Output 37
Figure 8: Start-up Screen 42
Figure 9: Alphanumeric Keypad 44
Figure 10: Screen Structure 44
Figure 11: Overview of the 2i Menu Structure 45
Figure 12: Running Mode Screenshot 46

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Figure 13: Main Menu Screenshot 47
Figure 14: Setting the Alarm Set Point Screenshot 48
Figure 15: Setting the Alarms Screenshot 49
Figure 16: Set 100% to Upstream Concentration Initial Screenshot 50
Figure 17: Set 100% to Upstream Concentration Measurement Screenshot 51
Figure 18: Set 100% to Upstream Concentration Final Screenshot 51
Figure 19: Select Reagents Screenshot 52
Figure 20: Set Internal Reference Screenshot 52
Figure 21: Setup Menu Screenshot 54
Figure 22: Aerosol Noise Suppression Screenshot without Probe 55
Figure 23: Aerosol Noise Suppression Screenshot with Probe 55
Figure 24: Reporting Functions Screenshot 56
Figure 25: Date and Time Menu Screenshot 57
Figure 26: Set Time Screenshot 57
Figure 27: Set Date Screenshot 57
Figure 28: Set Date Format Screenshot 58
Figure 29: Display Setup Screenshot 58
Figure 30: Display Setup Screenshot 58
Figure 31: Error Message Screenshot 59
Tables
Table 1: Serial Port Settings ............................................................................................. 24
Table 2: Summary Reporting Mode Ticket ...................................................................... 35
Table 3: Monitoring Reporting Mode Ticket.................................................................... 37
Table 4: Icons Description ................................................................................................ 40
Table 5: Running Mode Options....................................................................................... 46
Table 6: Main Menu Options ............................................................................................ 47
Table 7: Alarm Set Point Options List .............................................................................. 48
Table 8: Alarm Selection Options List ............................................................................. 49
Table 9: Internal Reference Set Point ............................................................................... 52
Table 10: Noise Suppression Options List........................................................................ 55
Table 11: Reporting Mode Options List ........................................................................... 56
Table 12: Date and Time Menu Options List ................................................................... 58
Table 13: Date and Time Menu Options List ................................................................... 59
Table 14: List of Operator Error Messages ....................................................................... 60
Table 15: Abbreviations List ............................................................................................ 61
Table 16: Aerosol Correction Factors List........................................................................ 61
Table 17: Replacement Fuses for the 2i ............................................................................ 64
Table 18: Maintenance and Spare Items ........................................................................... 72
Table 19: Accessories List ................................................................................................ 73
Table 20: Manual Revision History .................................................................................. 74

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CHAPTER 1
Introduction and Precautions
Scope of Manual
These instructions cover the specifications, features,
operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for the 2i
Digital Aerosol Photometer.
These instructions also contain important information
required for the safe operation of the instrument.
Before using this instrument, all personnel associated
with the operation must read and understand this
entire manual and become familiar with the
terminology.
Failure to follow the specified procedures and
precautions could result in PERSONAL INJURY or
DAMAGE to the unit.
Definitions
The following defines the warnings, cautions and
notes used throughout this manual.
Warning
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
Caution
Indicates a possibility of equipment damage if
instructions are not followed.
Note
Indicates that helpful information is provided.

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Definiciones
Las siguientes anotaciones definen los peligros,
cuidados y notas usadas a lo largo de este manual.
Advertencia
Indica una fuerte probabilidad de serias lesiones
personales o muerte si no son seguidas las instrucciones.
Cautela
Indica una posibilidad de daños al equipo si no son
seguidas las instrucciones.
Nota
Indica que se suministra información útil.
Définitions
Les informations suivantes, définissent les symboles,
précautions et notes présentes dans ce manuel.
Avertissement
Indique la possibilité de dommages corporels graves
pouvant entraîner la mort, si les instructions ne sont pas
suivies.
Attention
Indique la possibilité d’endommager l’équipement si les
instructions ne sont pas suivies.
Note
Indique que des informations utiles sont fournies.

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Definitioner
Efterföljande text beträffande varningar, varsamhet
och noteringar är genomgånde för hela manualen.
Varning
Innebär att allvarlig personlig skada eller död kan inträffa
om instruktionerna inte följs.
Varsamhet
Innebär att skador på utrustning kan inträffa om
instruktionerna inte följs.
Notera
Innebär att användbar information ges.
定义
下面定义了在这本说明书中所有的警告,小心,注意.
警告
表示如果不按照指导操作.引起个人人身伤害甚至死亡
的可能性很高.
小心
表示如果不按照指导操作.可能会损害仪器
注意
表示提供了有用的信息.

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User Responsibility
The user must:
1. read and comprehend the information contained in
this manual before using the product;
2. have an understanding of the electrical and
mechanical system principles used in the
operation of this photometer;
3. be trained in the proper use of electro-mechanical
equipment;
4. properly use this product for the intended purpose
and follow all regulations and procedures that
apply to the location where this product is used;
5. maintain the product as specified in this manual;
6. maintain in proper working condition any other
equipment associated with the operation of this
product.
Precautions

Warning – General Safety Rules
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
or serious personal injury. The warnings, cautions, and
instructions discussed in this operation and maintenance
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors which cannot be
built into this equipment, but must be supplied by the
operator.
Caution – Shipping Hazard
When returning a 2i-N for service, the end user must
remove the potentially contaminated sampling train prior
to shipping the instrument. Refer to the 2i-N addendum for
the proper procedure.
Caution –Serviceability
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the instrument.
Refer all repair and maintenance to a qualified factory-
authorized technician.