Kanomax 3900 User manual

Airborne Particle Counter
MODEL 3900
Please read this operation manual carefully and
understand the warnings described within
before operating this instrument.
Keep this manual handy for future reference.
03001
08.09
O
p
eration Manual
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Component List
■Standard
ITEM MODEL QTY
Main Unit 3900 1
Power Cord (with NEMA plug) - 1
Standard Inlet 3900-06 1
Isokinetic Suction Probe 3900-07 1
Zero Filter 3900-04 1
Tygon Tube (2M) - 1
Printer Paper (Dust Free Paper) 3900-05 2
Measurement Software - 1
Operation Manual - 1
Test Certificate - 1
Fuse 0217002.MXP 2
CF Card – 512MB (installed in the instrument) - 1
* Make sure to use the designated fuse specified below for proper operation.
Manufacturer: Littlefuse
Model Name: 0217002.MXP
■Optional Extras
ITEM MODEL QTY
Carrying Case 3900-21 1
Lithium-ion Battery BSA2-06 1
Battery Charger BSA2-10 1
Air Velocity Probe 0843 1
Temperature and Humidity Probe 0844 1
Differential Pressure Sensor C264 0-100Pa 1
Differential Pressure Sensor Cable 3900-02 1
Contact Output Cable 3900-03 1
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Important Safety Information i
Important Safety Information
In this manual, warning types and classifications are defined as follows.
[Classification]
WARNING: To Prevent Serious Injury or Death
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: To Prevent Damage to the Product
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product that may
void the product warranty.
[Description of Symbols]
△Indicates the condition (including danger) that requires caution. The subject of each caution is illustrated inside the
triangle (e.g., the symbol shown on the left is high temperature caution).
Indicates prohibition. Do not take the prohibited action shown inside or near this symbol (e.g., the symbol shown on the
left prohibits disassembly.)
●Indicates a mandatory action. A specific action is given near the symbol.
WARNING
¤Do not disassemble, modify or repair the instrument.
…… A 3B laser diode is used as the optical source inside the instrument. Therefore, never attempt
to disassemble the instrument as it is extremely dangerous Also disassembling the unit may
result in short circuit and malfunction.
¤Use the instrument properly by carefully following this operation manual.
…… Misuse of the instrument may result in electric shock, fire, damage to the instrument, etc.
¤If any abnormal noise, unusual odor or smoke is emitted, or any liquid enters into the
instrument, turn the power off immediately, remove the battery and disconnect the power
cable.
…… It may result in electric shock, fire, or damage to the instrument. Return the instrument to
your distributor or to your KANOMAX service center for repair.
¤Do not use this instrument in an ambient temperature above 40 °C.
…… The performance may deteriorate significantly.
Also, dielectric degradation may occur, which may result in short circuit or fire.
Do not
modify/disassemble
Handle Properly
Prohibited
Installation
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Important Safety Information ii
WARNING
¤Unplug the power cord when the instrument is not in use.
…… Failure to observe the above may result in electric shock, fire or damage to internal circuitry.
¤When using the AC adapter, ensure there is no dust on the adapter. The AC outlet used must
be within the specified power requirement of 100 ~ 240V.
…… Failure to observe the above may result in fire.
¤When using an AC adapter, only use the adapter specified for this instrument.
…… Other commercially available adapters may have different voltage specifications, which
could result in short circuit, fire or damage to the instrument.
CAUTION
¤Remove battery when the instrument is not to be used for an extended period of time. Also do
not leave discharged battery inside the instrument.
…… Failure to observe the above may result in battery leakage and damage to the instrument.
¤Do not perform measurements in environments exceeding the specified temperature and RH
levels of the instrument.
The instrument should not be exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged period.
…… The instrument may not function properly outside the specified environment.
(10~40°C, 20~85%RH, non condensing)
¤Do not wipe the instrument with volatile solvents.
…… The body may be deformed or deteriorated. Use soft dry cloth to remove stains. If
stains persist, soak the cloth in a neutral detergent or water and wipe the instrument
with the cloth. Never use volatile solvents such as thinner or benzene.
¤Do not subject the instrument to strong shock. Do not place heavy objects on the instrument or
sensor.
…… Failure to observe the above may cause damage to the instrument.
¤Do not touch the instrument when it is electrically charged.
…… Failure to observe above may affect measurement value and cause damage to the instrument
circuitry.
Prohibition
Prohibition
Prohibition
Handle Properly
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Table of Contents
1. Part Names and Functions .....................................................................................1
1.1 Airborne Particle Counter....................................................................................................1
2. Getting Started ........................................................................................................2
2.1 Power Supply.......................................................................................................................2
2.2 Zero Check ..........................................................................................................................3
2.3 Isokinetic Suction Probe......................................................................................................3
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure ....................................................4
3.1 Boot Screen .........................................................................................................................4
3.2 Initial Screen........................................................................................................................5
3.2.1 Initial Screen................................................................................................................................. 5
3.2.2 Screen Change – Initial Screen..................................................................................................... 6
3.3 MONITOR ..........................................................................................................................7
3.4 MODE .................................................................................................................................8
3.5 START ..............................................................................................................................11
3.5.1 SINGLE, SEQUENCE, INTERVAL, REPEAT ........................................................................ 11
3.5.2 STAT.......................................................................................................................................... 13
3.5.3 STANDARD............................................................................................................................... 17
3.5.4 Interlocking Operations .............................................................................................................. 22
3.6 CONFIG ............................................................................................................................23
3.6.1 SINGLE...................................................................................................................................... 23
3.6.2 SEQUENCE ............................................................................................................................... 24
3.6.3 INTERVAL ................................................................................................................................ 25
3.6.4 REPEAT..................................................................................................................................... 26
3.6.5 STAT.......................................................................................................................................... 27
3.6.6 STANDARD............................................................................................................................... 29
3.7 FILE...................................................................................................................................31
3.8 PRESET.............................................................................................................................32
3.9 MENU ...............................................................................................................................33
3.9.1 CHART....................................................................................................................................... 33
3.9.2 OPTION...................................................................................................................................... 34
3.9.3 HARDWARE............................................................................................................................. 40
3.9.4 SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................... 42
3.9.5 REMOTE.................................................................................................................................... 45
3.9.6 SHUTDOWN ............................................................................................................................. 45
3.9.7 EXIT........................................................................................................................................... 45
4. Connecting Optional Extras.................................................................................46
4.1 Connecting Optional Extras ..............................................................................................46
5. Printing Example...................................................................................................47
5.1 Printing Example for Each Measurement Mode...............................................................47
5.1.1 SINGLE...................................................................................................................................... 47
5.1.2 SEQUENCE ............................................................................................................................... 47
5.1.3 INTERVAL ................................................................................................................................ 48
5.1.4 REPEAT..................................................................................................................................... 49
5.1.5 STAT.......................................................................................................................................... 50
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5.1.6 STANDARD............................................................................................................................... 51
6. Battery Charge ......................................................................................................52
6.1 Charging Battery ...............................................................................................................52
7. Main Specifications ...............................................................................................53
8. Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................54
9. Warranty and After-sales Service .......................................................................56
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1. Part Names and Functions 1
1. Part Names and Functions
1.1 Airborne Particle Counter
FRONT
BACK/LEFT
Inlet
--- Particles enter the unit here. Attach the
provided standard inlet. To use the provided
isokinetic suction probe, attach Tygon tube on
the end of the standard inlet.
LCD Touch Panel
--- This touch panel allows you to setup and
control all instrument functions.
Paper Cover Open Button
--- Press this button to open the cover when
changing the printer roll-paper.
Printer
--- For printing measurement data. Set the printer
roll-paper here.
Power Switch
--- When the main power located on the rear of the
unit is ON, you can turn ON/OFF the power
using this button.
Outlet
--- Filtered sample air is exhausted at this port.
Do not block the pump as it may result in the
dama
g
e to the instrument.
Optional Sensor Connecting Terminal
--- Terminal to connect the optional sensor. Refer to
4. Connecting Optional Extras for details.
Battery Compartment
--- Insert rechargeable battery here. Refer to 2.1
Power Supply for how to install the battery.
Main Power Switch (For AC)
--- Use this switch to turn ON/OFF the main power.
You can also connect the provided AC cord to
supply the power.
CF Card Insertion Slot
--- Insert the CF card using the provided card
reader to store measurement data.
USB Connector (Right) **Factory Use Only**
Ethernet Connector (Left)
--- To be used when controlling the instrument by the
software. For details, refer to the operation manual
for the software.
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2. Getting Started 2
2. Getting Started
2.1 Power Supply
Supply power to the main unit.
There are two ways to supply power; using AC cord or battery.
-- AC Cord --
Plug the AC cord into the connecting port located under the main power switch on the rear
of the unit.
AC100V~240V power supply line shall be used.
-- Battery --
Charge the battery in advance. You cannot charge the battery when it is installed in the
instrument. (Refer to 6. Battery Charge for charging the battery.)
Open the battery compartment cover on the rear of the instrument. To open the cover turn
the knob around 90 degrees. (Use a coin or something similar to turn it easily.)
Connect the battery to the connecter for rechargeable battery inside the compartment.
To install the battery, align the notch in the battery socket
with the notch on the instrument’s battery connector
cable.
Insert the battery as shown on the right picture (the connecter end should go to the rear
of the compartment), and turn the knob back to the original location to close the cover.
After supplying power using the AC cord, switch ON the main power located on the rear
of the instrument. When using battery, turn the switch OFF.
When both the AC cord is connected and the battery is installed, the instrument will
utilize AC power and will not discharge the battery.
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2. Getting Started 3
After pressing the POWER switch on the front of the instrument, you will hear a beep
sound and the LED will light up. If the power is supplied by the AC line, the LED is green
and if supplied by battery, the LED is red.
Several seconds later, the initial screen appears automatically. Refer to 3. Display
Description and Operation Procedure for the details about the operation screen.
2.2 Zero Check
If the internal optical system is dirty, you may not be able to perform an accurate measurement.
To confirm the cleanliness of the internal optical system, perform a Zero Check before measuring.
Attach the standard inlet to the instrument.
Next, attach the zero filter to the standard inlet using the supplied Tygon tube.
The length of the tube is not critical. However, make sure that the tube is not
bent. (Approx. 60cm)
Follow the above procedure in order to prevent all particles from entering the
instrument.
Perform a measurement for one minute and then perform Zero Check.
(Refer to 3.3 MONITOR for the operation method.)
Perform Zero Check at least once a day.
It is recommended a Zero Check be done before and after each measurement.
2.3 Isokinetic Suction Probe
Use the Isokinetic Suction Probe to ensure the sampling air velocity is
equivalent to the operating environment air velocity. This allows you to
perform a measurement without significantly disturbing the normal air flow.
Attach the standard inlet to the main body of the instrument.
Next, attach the Isokinetic Suction Probe to the standard inlet by using
the provided Tygon tube.
When using the Tygon tube, cut the tube to the most suitable for your
measurement requirements.
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 4
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure
3.1 Boot Screen
A few seconds after the instrument is
turned ON, the screen on the left will be
displayed.
The system is initializing. Please wait for a
few moments.
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 5
3.2 Initial Screen
3.2.1 Initial Screen
When the instrument is booted up, the initial
screen on the left will be displayed.
All operations can be started from this screen.
(1) Data Display: Displays numeric value and chart.
(2) Measurement Condition: Displays measurement mode, measurement setting and measurement status.
(3) Environment Data: Displays the current status when using option sensors.
(4) Status Display: Displays the status of power source, pump, LD, Over, Alarm and CF card.
(5) MENU: Configures chart setting, alarm setting and system setting.
FILE: Loads, prints and deletes stored measurement data.
PRESET: Loads stored measurement setting file.
CONFIG: Configures advanced setting in the currently selected mode. Items such as
INTERVAL, SAMPLE T. and CYCLES can be set in each mode.
MODE: Selects measurement mode setting. Select either SINGLE, SEQUENCE, INTERVAL,
REPEAT, STAT or STANDARD mode.
MONITOR: Performs a measurement and displays a measurement value. This mode does not save
measurement results. Measurement display value is updated every second.
START: Starts measuring in the configured mode. This button becomes “STOP” button after
sampling starts. Tap “STOP” button to stop sampling.
(6) PUMP: Tap “PUMP” button to turn ON/OFF the pump manually.
SAVE: Tap “SAVE” button to turn ON/OFF the data storage function while sampling.
PRINT: TAP “PRINT” button to turn ON/OFF the data printing function while sampling.
Alarm Pr: Tap “Alarm Pr” button to turn ON/OFF the alarm printing function while sampling.
ALARM: Tap “ALARM” button to turn ON/OFF data alarm function while sampling.
<Icons in the Status Display>
To switch to display chart.
/ Indicates if the instrument is powered by AC power cable or battery. If battery-powered, the
remaining battery level is also shown.
/Indicates the pump status and pump error. When the pump is operating properly, the icon is in
blue. When the pump is off, the icon is in gray.
/Indicates the LD status and LD error. When the LD is operating properly, the icon is in blue.
When the LD is off, the icon is in gray.
Indicates if the measurement count per one second exceeds the maximum measurable
concentration or not.
Indicates if an instrument error is occurring or not. Tap this icon to display the error details.
Indicates the CF card status and CF card error.
(3)
(6)
(1)
(2)
(4)
(5)
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 6
3.2.2 Screen Change – Initial Screen
MENU
RETURN
CONFIG
RETURN
MODE
MONITOR
RETURN
START
RETURN
RETURN
FILE
RETURN
PRESET
RETURN
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 7
3.3 MONITOR
Tap [MONITOR] on the initial screen to start
monitoring. Sampling will start 10 seconds after the
pump starts operating.
*Note that if the pump is already operating,
sampling will start immediately when you tap
[MONITOR].
*Note that the instrument is capable of 180 hours
of continuous operation.
While measuring, tap [MONITOR] again. A dialog
will be displayed asking you if you want to stop
monitoring. Tap [Yes] to stop monitoring.
Note that you cannot save measurement data or
display chart when you are monitoring.
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 8
3.4 MODE
Tap [MODE] to display the mode selection
window.
Choose a mode from the below selection and tap it:
SINGLE, SEQUENCE, INTERVAL, REPEAT,
STAT or STANDARD.
Note that the instrument is capable of 180 hours of
continuous operation in every measurement mode.
Mode Description
[SINGLE MODE]
Perform a measurement once within the pre-set time frame.
Example: If the setting is as follows in “CONFIG” menu (Refer to 3.6.1 SINGLE):
INTERVAL : N/A
SAMPLE T. : 00:00:15
CYCLES : N/A
A 15 second sample is performed.
Measurement Flow
* Delay Time: For time set in START DELAY window referring to 3.9.2 OPTION.
Sampling Time
(15sec)
Start
M
easu
r
e
m
e
n
t
Finish
Measurement
Wait Time
10 sec
Delay Time
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 9
[SEQUENCE MODE]
Start/Stop measuring manually.
Example: If the setting is as follows in “CONFIG” menu (Refer to 3.6.2 SEQUENCE):
INTERVAL : N/A
SAMPLE T. : N/A
CYCLES : N/A
A continuous measurement is performed until you manually stop.
Measurement Flow
[INTERVAL MODE]
Configure INTERVAL, SAMPLE T and CYCLES, and repeat measuring.
Example: If the setting is as follows in “CONFIG” menu (Refer to 3.6.3 INTERVAL):
INTERVAL : 00:01:00
SAMPLE T. : 00:00:15
CYCLES : 20
A total of 20 samples are performed at one minute intervals.
Note: Sampling time is 15 seconds and standby time is 45 seconds.
Measurement Flow
Sampling Time
Start
Measurement Finish
Measurement
Wait Time
STOP
Interval
Sampling Time
(15sec)
The 1st Measurement The 2nd Measurement The 20th Measurement
Total Time: 19min 15sec
Start
Measurement Finish
Measurement
Wait Time
Interval
Sampling Time
(15sec) Sampling Time
(15sec)
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 10
[REPEAT MODE]
Configure SAMPLE T and CYCLES, and repeat measuring.
Example: If the setting is as follows in “CONFIG” menu (Refer to 3.6.4 REPEAT):
INTERVAL : N/A
SAMPLE T. : 00:00:15
CYCLES : 20
20 measurement cycles lasting 15 seconds each are taken.
Measurement Flow
[STAT MODE]
Configure SAMPLE T., CYCLES and SAMPLE POINT, and repeat measuring.
Measurement at each point is same as the one in Repeat Mode.
As for the measurement condition, you can configure the settings referring to 3.6.5 STAT
in 3.6 CONFIG.
[STANDARD MODE]
You can perform a measurement which complies with 7 measurement standards as follows:
-ISO14644-1
(International Standard) Refer to ISO14644-1.
-ISO 14644-1 SEQUENTIAL SAMPLING
(International Standard) Refer to ISO14644-1.
-FEDERAL STANDARD (m)
(The US Standard) Refer to FEDERAL STANDARD 209E.
-FEDERAL STANDARD (ft)
(The US Standard)
-BRITISH STANDARD
(British Standard) Refer to BS-5295.
-EC GMP
(European Standard) Refer to EC GMP.
-GB/T 16292-1996
(Chinese Standard) Refer to GB/T 16292-1996.
Select and set one of the above measurement standards referring to STANDARD in page 35
in 3.9.2 OPTION.
As for the measurement condition, you can configure the settings referring to 3.6.6
STANDARD in 3.6 CONFIG.
Sampling Time
(
15sec
)
The 2n
d
Measurement The 20t
h
Measurement
Total Time: 5min
Start
Measurement Finish
Measurement
Wait Time Sampling Time
(
15sec
)
Sampling Time
(
15sec
)
The 1st
Measurement
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 11
3.5 START
3.5.1 SINGLE, SEQUENCE, INTERVAL, REPEAT
Tap [START] on the main screen to start a
measurement in the setting configured in 3.4
MODE and 3.6 CONFIG.
zIf “START DELAY” is NOT checked in
“CONFIG” setting:
Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin
running. After the pump has run for 10 seconds to
stabilize, the measurement will begin.
zIf “START DELAY” is checked in
“CONFIG” setting:
Upon tapping [START] the Delay Time
configured in 3.9.2 CONTROL PANEL –
OPTION – START DELAY begins. During the
last 10 seconds of that Delay Time the pump will
run to stabilize, after which the measurement will
begin.
Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement.
Tap button while measuring to display a chart.
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 12
After a measurement in REPEAT mode or
INTERVAL mode is finished, the measurement
result will be displayed.
<REPEAT >
<INTERVAL>
<SEQUENCE>
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 13
3.5.2 STAT
- When not using MAP (Refer to 3.6 CONFIG for using a MAP.)
Tap [START] to display “CONFIRM” window.
A measurement will start based on the setting
configured in “3.4 MODE ” and “3.6 CONFIG”.
zIf “START DELAY” is NOT checked in
“CONFIG” setting:
Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin
running. After the pump has run for 10 seconds to
stabilize, the measurement will begin.
zIf “START DELAY” is checked in
“CONFIG” setting:
Upon tapping [START] the Delay Time
configured in 3.9.2 CONTROL PANEL –
OPTION – START DELAY begins. During the
last 10 seconds of that Delay Time the pump will
run to stabilize, after which the measurement will
begin.
Tap [START] to start a measurement.
Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement.
Tap button while measuring to display a chart.
Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement.
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3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 14
When a measurement is finished at each
measurement point, a measurement result window
will be displayed each time.
Tap [NEXT] to display “CONFIRM” window
informing you the next measurement point, and wait
for the next measurement.
Tap [REMEASURE] to perform a remeasurement.
Tap [PRINT] to print a measurement result.
When all of the measurements are finished, a
measurement result will be displayed.
Select LOCATION to display the measurement data
of the selected LOCATION POINT.
Tap [CLOSE] to stop a measurement.
Tap [REMEASURE] to perform a measurement
again at the last measurement point.
Tap [PRINT] to print a measurement result at the
last measurement point.
Every time you tap this button, the
particle unit changes in the order of:
p -> p/cf -> p/m³.
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