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Contents
1. Safety .....................................................................................................................................6
Legal Notices Regarding the Safe Operation of Equipment...............................................................6
Symbols...............................................................................................................................................6
Warnings, Cautions and Information notifications ............................................................................6
Disposal...............................................................................................................................................9
2. Product Overview ...................................................................................................................9
Cub Doc Docking Stations.................................................................................................................10
3. How do I use the device?.......................................................................................................12
Recharging your Cub.........................................................................................................................12
Switching on your Cub......................................................................................................................13
Switching your Cub off...................................................................................................................13
The Cub Display - Overview..............................................................................................................14
Display Screens.................................................................................................................................14
4. What do the alerts and alarms mean?.................................................................................... 16
5. Using the CubPC Software and Downloading Data .................................................................17
Overview...........................................................................................................................................17
PC Requirements ..............................................................................................................................17
Downloading and Installing ..............................................................................................................17
Connecting Docking Stations and Cubs to a PC................................................................................17
Starting the CubPC Software ............................................................................................................18
Downloading Data Logged Readings................................................................................................18
Main Menu Buttons..........................................................................................................................18
The Cubs Page...................................................................................................................................19
Viewing Download Records...........................................................................................................20
Viewing Details of Logged Data.....................................................................................................21
Saving Logged Data to a CSV File...................................................................................................22
Archive Cub Records......................................................................................................................22
Delete Logged Data........................................................................................................................22
Upgrading Firmware and Software ...............................................................................................23
The Help Page...................................................................................................................................23
Getting Help...................................................................................................................................23

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Upgrading the Software.................................................................................................................24
Other Facilities...............................................................................................................................24
The Preferences Page .......................................................................................................................24
Actions on Dock .............................................................................................................................25
History............................................................................................................................................25
Calibration......................................................................................................................................25
Bump Test......................................................................................................................................25
CubPC Lock.....................................................................................................................................26
Dock Page .........................................................................................................................................26
6. Device Configuration.............................................................................................................27
Name ................................................................................................................................................27
Units..................................................................................................................................................27
Auto Start..........................................................................................................................................27
Clock..................................................................................................................................................27
Data log.............................................................................................................................................28
Calibration ........................................................................................................................................28
Features............................................................................................................................................28
TWA STEL..........................................................................................................................................28
Sound................................................................................................................................................29
Vibrate ..............................................................................................................................................29
PID.....................................................................................................................................................29
Alarms...............................................................................................................................................30
Screens..............................................................................................................................................30
Send to Instrument...........................................................................................................................30
7. Calibration............................................................................................................................ 31
Calibration Facility ............................................................................................................................31
Calibration Overview ........................................................................................................................31
Cub Calibration Settings ...................................................................................................................31
Calibration Using a Cub Doc .............................................................................................................32
Cub Doc Calibration Settings .........................................................................................................32
Cub Doc Calibration Procedure .....................................................................................................32
Remote Calibration...........................................................................................................................33
Remote Calibration Procedure ......................................................................................................34

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8. Maintenance......................................................................................................................... 35
Firmware and Software Updates......................................................................................................35
Filter Replacement ...........................................................................................................................35
Water Ingress....................................................................................................................................36
Lamp Cleaning and Electrode Stack Replacement ...........................................................................36
When to Clean or Replace the Lamp.............................................................................................36
When to Replace the Electrode Stack ...........................................................................................37
Removing the MiniPID Sensor .......................................................................................................37
Replacing the MiniPID Electrode Stack..........................................................................................37
Lamp Removal and Examination ...................................................................................................38
Lamp Cleaning................................................................................................................................38
Replacing a Lamp...........................................................................................................................39
Bump Testing....................................................................................................................................40
9. Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... 41
Diagnostics........................................................................................................................................41
10.Appendix and Supporting Documents....................................................................................42
EU Declaration of Conformity...........................................................................................................42
Technical Specifications....................................................................................................................44
Cub Specifications..........................................................................................................................44
Cub Doc Power Supply Requirements...........................................................................................45
Warranty...........................................................................................................................................45
ION Science Contact Details .............................................................................................................46
UK and Head Office........................................................................................................................46
USA Office......................................................................................................................................46
German Office................................................................................................................................46
Italian Office...................................................................................................................................46
French Office..................................................................................................................................46
Chinese Office................................................................................................................................46

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1. Safety
Legal Notices Regarding the Safe Operation of Equipment
•Whilst every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this
manual, ION Science accepts no liability for errors or omissions in the manual, or any
consequences deriving from the use of information contained herein. It is provided “as is”
and without any representation, term, condition or warranty of any kind, either expressed
or implied.
•To the extent permitted by law, ION Science shall not be liable to any person or entity for
any loss or damage which may arise from the use of this manual.
•We reserve the right at any time and without any notice to remove, amend or vary any of
the content which appears in this manual.
Symbols
WARNING!
USED TO INDICATE DANGER WARNINGS WHERE THERE IS A RISK OF INJURY OR
DEATH.
Caution
Used to indicate a caution where there is a risk of damage to equipment.
Information
Important information or useful hints about usage.
Recycling
Recycle all packaging.
WEEE Regulations
Ensure that waste electrical equipment is disposed of correctly.
Warnings, Cautions and Information notifications
The following Cautions apply to the product described in this manual.
Inadequate performance of the gas detection equipment described in this
manual may not necessarily be self-evident and consequently equipment must
be regularly inspected and maintained.
ION Science recommends that personnel responsible for equipment use
institute a regime of regular checks to ensure it performs within calibration
limits, and that a record be maintained which logs calibration check data.
The equipment should be used in accordance with the safety standards and
installation instructions given in this manual, and in compliance with local safety
standards.

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Li-Ion Batteries can be damaged if left in a discharged state. Please recharge Cub
if battery indicator is showing empty. Please note also that if Cub is left for one
year unused, the instrument needs to be charged fully before it can continue to
be kept in storage. Please repeat annually.
Protect the PID sensor from exposure to silicone vapours as this may foul the
windows of the lamps and reduce response to some gases. This can usually be
remedied by polishing the lamp window with alumina powder.
Do not use abrasive or chemical detergents to clean the Cub instrument as this
may reduce the antistatic properties of the materials used, clean it using a damp
cloth only.
The Cub must not be exposed to atmospheres known to have an adverse effect
on Thermoplastic Elastomers or Polycarbonate.
The Cub and Docking Station must be serviced in a Non-Hazardous environment
and by ION Science Ltd authorised service centres only. Substitution of
components may impair intrinsic safety.
Ingress Protection: Continuous exposure to wet weather conditions should be
limited to less than one day and harsh water spray conditions should be
avoided.
Proper Use: If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
The following Warnings, Cautions and Information notifications appear later in this manual where
they are applicable.
THE CUB IS A RECHARGEABLE DEVICE AND SHOULD ONLY BE RECHARGED USING
THE ION SCIENCE DOCKING STATION IN A NON-HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENT.
IF AN ALARM STATE IS TRIGGERED THE USER SHOULD LEAVE THE HAZARDOUS
ENVIRONMENT AND ACT IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL SAFETY
REGULATIONS.
THE CLEANING COMPOUND CONTAINS ALUMINIUM OXIDE AS A VERY FINE
POWER. THIS MAY CAUSE IRRITATION OF RESPIRATORY TRACT AND EYES.
(CAS Number 1344-28-1).
Two spring loaded charging pins are located on the top of the Docking Station.
Do not short circuit these two connections together else the internal fuse will
blow and the Docking Station will need to be replaced.
The Cub is a sensitive detector. Internal components must be handled with
clean hands and clean tools. The Cub Lamp is fragile. Handle with great care.
Never touch the window and do not drop.

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Never refit a damaged Lamp.
The instrument MUST be re-calibrated after fitting a replacement or cleaned
Lamp.
The portable Cub has been designed and certified Intrinsically Safe.
Cub instruments leave the factory with the battery fully charged. However
prolonged periods of storage may result in the battery discharging. We
recommend charging the instrument for at least four hours before use.
If multiple Docking Stations are connected, it may not be obvious on the page
which is which. In order to identify a unit, click in one of the Status fields. The
Charge and Diagnostic LEDs on that Docking Station will flash purple for a few
seconds
Important note: The delete function deletes all logged data from a Cub. Ensure
any data you need to edit is exported in CSV format before selecting this option.
Upgrading the firmware of a Cub will result in all logged data on that Cub being
deleted.
Important note: Once the Cub memory has been completely filled, the oldest
data will automatically be over-written with new data logs. The data will be
reassembled as one complete data set, starting at the oldest available data points.
Important note: The use of Silicon pipe should be avoided as VOC gases can
permeate the walls of the pipe.
Important note: Always check the calibration in normal running before use by
carrying out a bump test. Apply the same Zero and SPAN gas used to calibrate and
ensure the correct readings are displayed.
With the Filter Disc, Filter Disc O Ring and upper O Ring correctly fitted the Cub
has an IP rating of IP65 (independently tested by BASEEFA).
With the Filter Disc and O Rings removed, the IP rating drops to IP64.

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Disposal
•The equipment does not include any toxic materials, but if it has been contaminated by toxic
materials, then exercise due care and follow the appropriate regulations when disposing.
•Always adhere to local regulations and procedures when disposing of the equipment.
•Ion Science Ltd offers a take back service. Please contact us for more information.
RECYCLING
Recycle all Packing.
WEEE REGULATIONS
Ensure that all waste electrical equipment is disposed of correctly.
2. Product Overview
The Cub is a personal VOC detector with photoionisation detection (PID) technology for the fast,
accurate detection of volatile organic compounds, keeping you safe within your working
environment. It utilises a humidity resistant and anti-contamination design providing accurate
results and an extended run-time in the most challenging environments.
With the option for parts-per-billion (ppb) sensitivity, Cub sits within the breathing zone and is
comfortable and unobtrusive to wear. The Cub has a dynamic range of 0 to 5000 ppm, and can
measure 480 selectable compounds.
When worker exposure exceeds a Cub’s programmed limits, its audible, vibrating and flashing LED
alarms alert the worker to the gases present. Readings are displayed on a bright, back-lit LCD display
with selectable data logging time.
The Cub is available as a standard instrument with 10.6 eV lamp for accurately detecting a wide
range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to parts-per-million (ppm) levels. ION Science also offers
the CubTAC ppm variant with 10.0 eV lamp that accurately detects total aromatic compounds
(TACs), including benzene.
Both models can be upgraded with parts-per-billion (ppb) sensitivity quickly and easily online.
The portable Cub has been designed and certified Intrinsically Safe.

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1Rubber multi-function push button.
2LCD display.
3Alarm Sounder.
4PID (Photo-ionisation Detector).
5Clip and D-ring loop.
Cub Doc Docking Stations
The Cub is used with Cub Doc Docking Stations. These are used to recharge your Cub. Depending on
which model of Docking Station you use, they can also be used to download data from your Cub, and
to calibrate it.
Cub Docs are equipped with coloured LEDs to indicate battery, connection, and calibration status.
There are three types of Cub Docs:
Cub Doc Type
Charges device
LED status
indicators
USB connection
Calibration
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