Particle Measuring Systems HandiLaz User manual

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HandiLaz®
Operator’s Manual
P/N M10255 Rev E

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HandiLaz Operator’s Manual
P/N M10255 Rev E
© 2005 by Particle Measuring Systems, Inc.
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HandiLaz® is a trademark of Particle Measuring Systems, Inc.
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21 01670 Vantaa Finland.
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Quality Statement
The Quality Policy of Particle Measuring Systems is to strive to meet or exceed the needs and
expectations of our customers and to align the activities of all employees with the common
focus of customer satisfaction through continuous improvement in the quality of our products
and services.

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Declaration of Conformity
Application of Council Directive(s): 89 / 336 /EEC, 73 / 23 /EEC
Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared: EMC EN 61326: 1997/A1: 1998/A2: 2001
Safety EN 61010-1: 2001
Manufacturer’s Name: Particle Measuring Systems, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: 5475 Airport Boulevard, Boulder, CO 80301 USA
Manufacturer’s Telephone/FAX: [phone]
Distributor’s Name: Particle Measuring Technique, Great Britain
Distributor’s Address Unit B1 South, Willow End Park
Danemoor, Malvern WR14 1XZ
Worchestershire, WR13 6NN United Kingdom
Distributor’s Telephone/FAX: [phone]
Type of Equipment: Air Borne Particle Sensor
Model No: HandiLaz
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above
Directive(s) and Standard(s).
Signature: Signature:
Full Name: Kristi Urquidi Full Name: David Hall
Position: Vice President Operations Position: Managing Director
Place: Boulder Date: November 15, 2005 Place: Malvern Date: November 15, 2005

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Manual Conventions
NOTE: A NOTE in the text is used to highlight an item that is of operational importance.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION in the text is used to highlight an item that, if not done or incorrectly done
could damage the instrument and/or any materials or devices affected by the instrument.
WARNING:
A WARNING in the text is used to highlight an item that, if not done or incorrectly done
could result in bodily injury or death.

Table of Contents
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Chapter 1: Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-1
Front - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-2
Sides - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-2
Top - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-2
Battery Compartment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-3
Rear Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-4
Tilt Stand- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-4
Mounting Socket - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-5
Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-5
Chapter 2: Unpacking- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-1
Packing Lists- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2-1
Chapter 3: Installation and Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3-1
Selecting a Location- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3-1
Charging the Battery- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3-2
Chapter 4: Basic Operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1
Keypad- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1
Starting the HandiLaz- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-2
Battery Charge Indicator - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-2
Temperature and Humidity Sensor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-3
Time Display- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-3
Display Contrast - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-3
Main Menu - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-3
Measure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-4
Sampling Cycle Progress Screens - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-5
Active Measurement Screens - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-5
Sample Group Summary Screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-7
Total1 Screen- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-8
Total2 Screen- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-8
Sample Group Parameters Screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-8
Reset Measure- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-8
Sample Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-8
Channel Alarms- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-9
Location Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-9
Review Data - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-10
Comms. Setup- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-10
Download to PC - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-10
Print All - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-11
Reset Memory- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-11
Clock- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-11
Self Test- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-11

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Toggle Beep - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-12
Chapter 5: Using Optional Accessories - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-1
External Printer Option- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-1
Setting the DIP Switches on the HandiLaz External Printer - - - - - - - 5-1
Printout as Switches are being Set - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-2
CountWin Software Option - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-3
Installing CountWin - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-3
Connecting the PC to the HandiLaz - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-3
Data download and transfer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-4
Zero-count Filter Option - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-4
Battery Charger and Spare Battery Pack Option - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-4
Humidity and Temperature Sensor Option - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-5
Carry Case Option - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5-5
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6-1
Chapter 7: Maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-1
Cleaning- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-1
Calibration - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7-1
Appendix A: Options and Accessories- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A-1
Appendix B: International Precautions- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1
WARNING- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1
AVERTISSEMENT- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1
WARNUNG - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1
ATTENZIONE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1
PRECAUSION - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-1
Hazard Symbols- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-2
Symboles de risque - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-2
Warnschilder- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-3
Simboli di pericolo- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-3
Simbolos de peligro - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - B-4

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List of Figures
Front and Side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-2
Battery Pack Connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-3
Rear View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1-4
Keypad Layout- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4-1

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List of Figures
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HandiLaz Operator’s Manual Page 1-1
Chapter 1
Introduction
HandiLaz is a handheld, 4-channel, laser-based, aerosol particle counter,
designed for microcontamination assessment in cleanrooms and other
environmentally-controlled areas. Its molded casework has been designed for
ease of handling and cleaning. It operates from its own internal battery source
as well as the external power supply unit, which rapidly re-charges the battery
pack.
Features:
•Small and can be carried comfortably for long periods
•Simple to use and maintain
•The internal battery pack can be charged rapidly
•Stores data internally for review or transfer to a PC
•Interfaces with an external PC to allow result analysis (using optional
CountWin software)
•Has a wide range of optional accessories

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Front
The front panel includes a multi-function keypad and display that are designed
to be easily used and cleaned.
Sides
TherightsideincludestheDC power jack and RS-232 connection to an optional
printer or an external PC (requires the optional CountWin software).
Top
The top includes the particle inlet nozzle and the connection to the optional
temperature-humidity probe.
Figure 1-1: Front and Side View

Battery Compartment
Page 1-3
Battery Compartment
The battery compartment houses the battery pack. The connection from the
battery to the connector in the compartment is reversible; either orientation will
work.
CAUTION:
The inlet nozzle should not be removed, and no cleaning device be inserted
into the inlet nozzle. The protective cap for the inlet nozzle should be
replaced when the HandiLaz is not in use.
CAUTION:
Only the battery pack supplied with the HandiLaz may be used; use of any
other battery pack could result in permanent damage to the power pack or
the HandiLaz.
WARNING:
The battery pack must only be used with HandiLaz and its accessories as
prescribed by this manual. Use with any other charger or product could lead
to damage and possible hazard to the user.
Figure 1-2: Battery Pack Connection

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Rear Panel
Three label spaces are found on the rear of the HandiLaz. The top label is the
calibration label, indicating calibration status and due date. The middle label is
the product identification and serial label. The third label space is intended for
customer use and is left blank.
Tilt Stand
The built-in tilt-stand supports the instrument for tabletop operation. It may be
retracted for use in hand-held mode.
Figure 1-3: Rear View
Serial
number label
Calibration
label
Battery pack
Battery
compartment
cover
Threaded fitting
for camera tripod
Tilt stand
Customer
label area
User-label area

Specifications
Page 1-5
Mounting Socket
The built-in UNC mounting socket accepts a standard camera tripod or hand-
grip.
Specifications
Installation Over-voltage Category II
Ambient Environment Pollution Degree 2
Product laser classification Class I Laser Device
Laser Type Diode laser
Sample flow rate 0.1 CF ±10%
Purge flow rate 0.1 CF ±10%
Background counts less than 1 count/ft.
3
Maximum particle concentration
@ 10% coincidence loss 1,000,000/ CF (10% coincidence)
Counting efficiency 50% ± 10% @ 0.30 µ m
Viewing volume 115% ±10% @ 0.5 µ m
Number of size channels 4
Channel thresholds 0.3 µ m, 0.5 µ m, 1.0 µ m, and 5.0 µ m
Environmental sensors Temperature and humidity probe (optional)
Vaisala® type, 0°to +50°C, 20 – 95% R.H.
Communications RS-232 serial communications port for printing or
data link/remote host operation
Data storage 500 sample results may be stored for 3 months
regardless of battery power
Operating limits Temperature: 5–35°C
Humidity: 10–90% R.H. Non-condensing
Transportation/Storage -40 to +70°C
Maximum altitude 2000 M
Indoor/Outdoor Indoor use only. Ordinary protection (not protected
against harmful ingress of moisture)
Material Kydex injection molded
Mounting Hand-held or mounted using external UNC screw
fitting

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Power
• AC adapter. 100–240 VAC 50/60 Hz to 15
VDC
• HandiLaz: 15 VDC, 2A
• Class I Equipment requiring a grounded
electrical supply
• Internal batteries, approximately 3 hours + 15
min. per charge in measurement mode
Battery recharge time
• Using the internal charger:
• Using the optional Rapid
external battery charger:
2 hours
1 hour
External rapid battery charger
(optional)
• 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2 A
• Class I Equipment requiring a grounded
electrical supply
Dimensions (h, w, d) 8.5 ×4.5 ×2.5 inches
220 ×100 ×60 mm
Weight 2.2 lb./1kg

HandiLaz Operator’s Manual Page 2-1
Chapter 2
Unpacking
The HandiLaz and standard items are packed in a foam insert inside a box for
maximum protection during shipment.
To unpack your HandiLaz:
1 Carefullyopenthecontainerand remove theHandiLaz,inspectingeach item for
damage.
NOTE: If the shipping container itself shows signs of damage or mishandling,
stop unpacking and notify the shipper immediately.
2 If any components are damaged, notify the shipper and Particle Measuring
Systems, and repackage the unit in the original packing materials.
3 If your shipment is undamaged, store the packing materials. It is important to
store packing materials, because warranties may not apply if return shipping
containers are inadequate.
Packing Lists
The HandiLaz 104000-1 is shipped with the following standard items:
•HandiLaz particle counter
•HandiLaz Operator’s Manual
•Isokinetic probe
•Power supply (AC to DC converter)
•AC power cord
•Calibration certificate
The HandiLaz 104000-2 is shipped with the following standard items:
•HandiLaz particle counter
•HandiLaz Operator’s Manual
•Isokinetic probe

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Chapter 2: Unpacking
•External battery charger
•Power supply (AC to DC converter)
•AC power cord - two
•Spare battery
•Humidity/temperature sensor
•CountWin software
•PC cable
•Calibration certificate

HandiLaz Operator’s Manual Page 3-1
Chapter 3
Installation and Setup
The procedures that follow will help you make sound decisions about
installation. Some of the items are merely guidelines; other items include
specific details and should be followed exactly. If you have questions about
these items, contact Particle Measuring Systems.
Selecting a Location
To improve performance and utility, consider the following issues when
choosing a location for the HandiLaz:
Temperature
and humidity The unit should be operated in normal laboratory conditions, that is, normal working temperature and humidity.
Mechanical
shock The HandiLaz is designed to perform as a rugged, portable measuring instrument. However, severe or repeated shocks
could have a long-term effect on measurement accuracy
instrument reliability.
Gross
contamination HandiLaz is a sensitive environmental monitor. Avoid exposure to high concentrations of airborne contaminants, as
this could contaminate the optical sensor.
Fluid ingress The HandiLaz is designed to withstand moderate cleaning or
wiping down. However, it should not be immersed in liquid,
nor should any liquid be spilled into the sample input or any
electrical connection ports.
Connections When the HandiLaz is being used with cables connected (for
example, when charging from an external charger or
downloading results to an external PC), care should be taken to
route the cables so that they are not inadvertently snagged.
Electromagnetic
fields Do not operate the HandiLaz close to strong or localized magnetic or electromagnetic fields.

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Charging the Battery
The HandiLaz is shipped with its batteries 60-80% charged. Before first use,
fully charge the battery pack by connecting the HandiLaz to the provided AC to
DC converter for two hours.
Alternatively, full charge may be achieved using the optional external charger
for a period of one hour. See “Battery Charger and Spare Battery Pack Option”
on page 5-4.
The battery pack charge status is shownon the battery status indicator, when the
instrument is powered up. See “Battery Charge Indicator” on page 4-2.
IftheHandiLazwillbestoredforlonger than one month, it isrecommendedthat
the battery pack be discharged by running the HandiLaz on battery power alone
until it stops. This will improve the life of the battery pack.
NOTE: NiMH batteries produce full rated power until the end of their charge
cycle. This can cause the battery charge indicator to indicate that the charge is
higher than it actually is. If the charge indicator shows that the battery is low,
recharge the battery as soon as possible.
WARNING:
• The main disconnect is the detachable power cord, which shall be
easily accessible when installed.
• Ensure that the power cord is connected to a properly grounded
outlet.
• All batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local
regulations.

HandiLaz Operator’s Manual Page 4-1
Chapter 4
Basic Operation
This section introduces you to the user interface which is comprised of the
keypad and the LCD display. It also describes how to perform basic functions.
Keypad
The unit’s configuration and operation is controlled by the eight keys on the
membrane panel, as shown above.
Figure 4-1: Keypad Layout

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Chapter 4: Basic Operation
Starting the HandiLaz
To start or stop the instrument:
press the key.
NOTE: If the instrument does not respond, check the battery and/or electrical
power.
When HandiLaz is started, it will perform a power-on diagnostic check of its
functions. The pump will run for a short time. If a fault is detected, a message
will be displayed on the screen.
When the startup diagnostic check is complete, the Main Menu screen will be
displayed.
NOTE: Temperature and humidity are only displayed when the optional
temperature/humidity probe is installed.
Battery Charge Indicator
Small squares at the bottom of the display indicate the relative strength of the
battery.
NOTE: If the battery charge diminishes enough to make measurement
unreliable, a WARNING will be displayed and counting operations will be
automatically discontinued.
Menu
Measure 10:46:33
---Menu designator and current time
---Current operational mode
25 C 37%
---Temperature, battery status, and humidity
Display Meaning
 Battery Charging (via external charger)
 to  Battery Fully Charged
 Battery OK
 Battery Weak—should be recharged.