MAGEE Scientific Aerosol Aethalometer AETH-HA-PUMP User manual

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Aethalometer®
High Altitude Booster Pump
User’s Manual
Version 1.0
March 2021

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Magee Scientific Aethalometer®High Altitude Booster Pump - User’s manual
Version 1.0, March 2021
Copyright 2021 Aerosol d.o.o., Magee Scientific: All Rights Reserved.
Licensed OEM distributors may use the contents of this manual with their own names,
trademarks, and logos for branding purposes and for the distribution of the Magee Scientific
Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump. The text may not be modified without the prior
written permission of Aerosol d.o.o. and must include the copyright notice (shown in italics
above) on all copies.
Aerosol d.o.o.
Kamniška 39a
SI-1000 Ljubljana
Slovenia, Europe
tel: [phone]
www.aerosol.eu
Magee Scientific Corporation
1916A M. L. King Jr. Way
Berkeley CA 94704
USA
tel: [phone]
www.mageescientific.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................................4
1.1 Unpacking the equipment...................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Intended use and description of the equipment........................................................................................6
1.3 Technical specification.........................................................................................................................................7
2IDENTIFICATION, SAFETY NOTES and LABELS................................................................8
2.1 Equipment identification label..........................................................................................................................8
2.2 Safety notes and labels.........................................................................................................................................8
3INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Air tubing connection ........................................................................................................................................10
3.2 AC/DC power supply and connecting cable .............................................................................................11
3.3 Flow range set valve adjustment .................................................................................................................. 12
4MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................... 14
5TECHNICAL SUPPORT and CONTACT INFORMATION ................................................ 15

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INTRODUCTION
Measurements of Aerosol Black Carbon at remote or high-altitude locations are essential for
determining the long-range transport of pollution; impacts on sensitive ecosystems; and
radiative forcing for climate change. The analytical performance of instruments such as the
AE33 and AE43 Aethalometers is directly proportional to the sample air flow rate. The
internal pump of these instruments provides a constant sample flow rate of 5 SLPM,
stabilized by the internal mass flow sensors, from sea level to an altitude of approximately
3000 m. At higher altitudes; while the analytical optics of these instruments will operate
without any problems; the reduced absolute pressure leads to a reduction in sample flow
rate and consequently lower sensitivity. The High-Altitude Booster Pump (AETH-HA-
PUMP) increases the sample flow rate and enables the AE33 and AE43 Aethalometers to
deliver high-quality data at altitudes up to 5000 m. above sea level.
Figure 1. The Aethalometer AE43 with Power Pack, model APP-AE43 (left) and Aethalometer High
Altitude Booster Pump - AETH-HA-PUMP (right)
Read this User’s Manual carefully before operating the
Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump.

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1.1 Unpacking the equipment
Items packed with the Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump ( AETH-HA-PUMP ) are as
follows:
•External AC/DC power supply (VES150PS12)
•Control cable (HAP 1 99 004)
•Power supply cord (B88F306 (EU), M6115 (US), M6117 (China), M5118 (UK))
•Black conductive sample line tubing (M4997)
•Push to connect tool (AET 0 11 001)
•USB stick with User’s manual
.
Figure 2. Items packed with the Aethalometer High Altitude Pump - AETH-HA-PUMP
If any of the above items are missing, please inform your authorized distributor
immediately.

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1.2 Intended use and description of the equipment.
The AE33/AE43 internal suction pump draws the sample air stream into the inlet connector
and through the analytical filtration area. The pump speed is under closed-loop software
control to stabilize the sample flow rate to the desired set point. Two flow sensors measure the
airflow in the two sampling streams. Their data is used in the BC calculation as well as for the
closed-loop flow stabilization.
The internal suction pump in combination with the flow sensors can supply a constant sample
flow rate of 5 SLPM up to altitudes of about 3000 m above sea level. When operated at higher
altitudes, the sample flow rate provided by the internal pump will decrease.
Figure 3. Reported flow as a function of altitude for Aethalometer internal suction pump (red line) and
Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump (blue line)
The Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump will extend the rated performance of
AE33/AE43 instruments to altitudes of 5000 m above sea level.
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Reported flow [SLPM]
Attitude [m above sea level]
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AE33 internal suction pump

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1.3 Technical specification
Electrical Power Supply:
•Supply voltage: 12 V ; 12.5 A;
•Max power consumption: 150 W. Typical power consumption: 100 W
Mechanical Specifications:
•Chassis material: Aluminum
•Length: 32 cm / Width: 14 cm / Height: 19 cm
•Weight: 4.90 kg
Environmental Operating Conditions:
•Indoor use only; environmental protection IP X0 (ordinary equipment)
•Temperature range: 10 –40 °C
•Relative humidity range: non-condensing
Air Connectors:
•Sampling air: inlet –3/8” NTPF (connected to AE33/AE43 outlet)
Electrical Connectors:
•Panel Mount Power Mini Din, 4 position (for power supply only)
•Circular Connector, 5 Contacts (for Control Cable)
User Interface:
•POWER LED indicator: Green shows power ON
•OPERATION LED indicator: Green shows communication with AE33/AE43 is active
•Flow range set adjusting valve

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IDENTIFICATION, SAFETY NOTES and LABELS
CAUTION!
READ THIS CHAPTER VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT
2.1 Equipment identification label
2.2 Safety notes and labels
Equipment operation
Read this User’s manual BEFORE operating the equipment.
INCORRECT equipment operation; or use by persons who do not have suitable qualifications,
technical skills or practical experience; can be DANGEROUS for the operator and could damage
the unit itself.
Keep the equipment away from dust, liquids and heat.

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Electric shock
Use ONLY the External AC/DC power supply (VES150PS12) specified by the manufacturer and
supplied with the equipment (see below). CHECK the USB power supply and the USB supply
cord ANNUALLY. If either is DAMAGED, stop using the equipment and contact your authorized
representative.
Control cable
Use ONLY the Control Cable (HAP 1 99 004) specified by the manufacturer and supplied with
the equipment (see below).
Fire and explosion
NEVER install the equipment in explosion-risk areas and never use the equipment near
flammable substances.
Equipment overheating
ALWAYS assure the equipment operates under proper operating ambient conditions.
NEVER install the equipment in spaces with limited air circulation.
Equipment service and repair
UNAUTHORIZED service or repair procedures WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. The equipment
can only be serviced, repaired or modified by authorized personnel. Please contact your
authorized representative if you encounter any problem with the equipment. Please make sure
to have the equipment checked regularly for technical safety. These requirements are
represented by the label attached to the equipment:

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INSTALLATION
3.1 Air tubing connection
Place the High-Altitude Booster Pump on an even surface next to the Aethalometer. The
maximum distance between AETH-HA-PUMP and AE33/AE43 should not exceed 1.5 m. The
equipment is supplied with two meters of black conductive sample line tubing (M4997).
Connect the AE33/AE43 Sample Air outlet to the Booster Pump as shown below in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Connect Aethalometer sample air outlet to AETH-HA-PUMP inlet. The maximum distance
between AETH-HA-PUMP and AE33/AE43 must not exceed 1.5 m.

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3.2 AC/DC power supply and connecting cable
The external AC/DC power supply, cord and Control Cable are supplied with the Booster Pump.
Connect them as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Connect AETH-HA-PUMP (12 VDC, 150 W connector) to power supply with External AC/DC
power supply adapter (VES150PS12). Connect AETH-HA-PUMP (COMM connector) to Aethalometer
(AETH-HA-PUMP connector) using control cable (HAP 1 99 004).
When power supply and control cable are connected to the HAP, its LED indicators for POWER
and OPERATION will turn green.
The AE33/AE43 will automatically detect and use AETH-HA-PUMP if connected.

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3.3 Flow range set valve adjustment
The Flow range set valve is located on the rear panel (Figure 6). The purpose of this valve is to
control the minimum lower flow of the HAP.
Figure 6. Flow range set valve is located on the rear panel.
NOTE: If the valve is fully open, the minimum lower flow of the HAP may exceed the
maximum flow of the internal AE33/AE43 pump. This could lead to flow warnings at
certain altitudes between 2500 m and 3500 m above sea level (Figure 7, marked with
red circle). In such cases, rotate flow range set in counterclockwise direction until you
reach 5 SLPM (Figure 8). Refer to the data table in AE33 or AE43 for information about
the current flow.

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Figure 7. If the valve is fully open, the minimum flow of the HAP exceeds the maximum flow of the
internal AE33/AE43 pump.
By partly closing the Flow Range Set Valve, the AE33/AE43 can provide a constant sample flow
of 5 SLPM throughout the entire extended operating range (Figure 8).
Figure 8. By partly closing the flow range set valve, the AE33/AE43 can provide a constant sample flow
rate of 5 SLPM throughout the entire extended operating range.
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Reported flow [SLPM]
Attitude [m above sea level]
FULLY OPENED FLOW RANGE SET VALVE
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AE33 internal suction pump
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Reported flow [SLPM]
Attitude [m above sea level]
PARTLY CLOSED FLOW RANGE SET VALVE
AETH-HA-PUMP
AE33 internal suction pump

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MAINTENANCE
The Aethalometer HAP should be maintained regularly. We recommend the following schedule
for regular maintenance.
Maintenance activity
Maintenance period
Cleaning with dry cloth
As needed
Inspect the sample line tubing (M4995)
Monthly
Inspect External AC/DC power supply
(VES150PS12)
Annually
Inspect the Control cable (HAP 1 99 004)
Annually
ATTENTION: Any water intake can permanently damage the Aethalometer HAP.
Damage due to water intake is not covered by the warranty!

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT and CONTACT INFORMATION
Please contact our Service Departments through our web sites (Service & Support):
www.mageescientific.com or www.aerosol.eu
Aerosol d.o.o.
Kamniška 39a
SI-1000 Ljubljana
SLOVENIA, EUROPE
tel: [phone]
[email protected]
www.aerosol.eu
In the US, please contact:
Magee Scientific Corporation
1916A M.L. King Jr. Way
Berkeley CA 94704, USA
tel: [phone]
[email protected]
www.mageescientific.com
The distributor responsible for your country is:

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Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump - User’s manual
Version 1.0, Mar 2021
Copyright 2021 Aerosol d.o.o., Magee Scientific: All Rights Reserved.
Licensed OEM distributors may use the contents of this manual with their own names,
trademarks and logos for branding purposes and for the distribution of the Magee Scientific
Aethalometer High Altitude Booster Pump. The text may not be modified without the prior
written permission of Aerosol d.o.o. and must include the copyright notice (shown in italics
above) on all copies.
Aerosol d.o.o.
Kamniška 39a
SI-1000 Ljubljana
Slovenia, Europe
tel: [phone]
www.aerosol.eu
Magee Scientific Corporation
1916A M. L. King Jr. Way
Berkeley CA 94704
USA
tel: [phone]
www.mageescientific.com

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