Rae IAQRAE PGM-5210 Manual

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IAQRAE
PGM-5210
INDOOR AIR QUALITY MONITOR
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Document Number: 049-4003-000
Revision B, May 2005

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- READ BEFORE OPERATING -
This manual must be carefully read by ALL individuals who
have or will have the responsibility for using, maintaining, or
servicing this product. The product will perform as designed
only if it is used, maintained, and serviced in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
When the IAQRAE Monitor (PGM-5210) is removed from the
transport case and turned on for the first time, there may be
residual organic or inorganic vapor trapped inside the detector
chambers. The initial PID or toxic gas sensor reading may
indicate a few ppm. Ensure an area free of organic or toxic
vapors and turn the monitor on. After running the monitor for
several minutes, the residual vapor in the detector chamber
should clear, and the reading should return to zero.
The battery of the IAQRAE Monitor will slowly drain even when
it is not on. If the monitor has not been charged for 5-7 days,
the battery voltage will be low. Therefore, it is good practice to
charge the monitor before each use. It is also recommended to
fully charge the monitor for AT LEAST 10 HOURS before initial
use. See Section 3.1 for more information on battery charging
and replacement.
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn the power off before
removing the monitor cover. Disconnect the battery before
removing sensor module for service. Never operate the monitor
when the cover is removed. Remove monitor cover and sensor
module only in an area known to be non-hazardous.

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WARNINGS
Use only RAE Systems battery packs designed for the IAQRAE
Monitor (PGM-5210). This instrument is designed for use in
ordinary locations only!
STATIC HAZARD: Clean only with a damp cloth.
For safety reasons this equipment must be operated and
serviced by qualified personnel only. Read and understand the
instruction manual completely before operating or servicing.
Any rapid up-scale reading followed by a declining or erratic
reading may indicate a gas concentration beyond upper scale
limit which may be hazardous.
The calibration of all newly purchased RAE Systems
instruments should be tested by exposing the sensor(s) to
known concentration calibration gas before the instrument is
used or put into service. For maximum safety, the accuracy of
the IAQRAE should be checked by exposing the sensor(s) to
known concentration calibration gas before each day’s use.

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AVERTISSEMENT
Utiliser seulement des batteries de RAE Systems spécifié pour
le Moniteur IAQRAE (PGM-5210). L’usage du Le moniteur
IAQRAE (PGM-5210) est pour l’utilisations dans des
locations ordinaire seulement !
DANGER RISQUE D'ORIGINE ELECTROSTATIQUE:
Nettoyer uniquement avec un chiffon humide.
Pour des raisons de sécurité, cet équipement doit être utilisé,
entretenu et réparé uniquement par un personnel qualifié.
Étudier le manuel d’instructions en entier avant d’utiliser,
d’entretenir ou de réparer l’équipement.
Toute lecture rapide et positive, suivie d’une baisse subite au
erratique de la valeur, peut indiquer une concentration de gaz
hors gamme de détection qui peut être dangereuse.
La calibration de toute instruments de RAE Systems doit être
testé en exposant l’instrument à une concentration de gaz
connue par une procédure dietalonnage avant de mettre en
service l’instrument pour la première fois. Pour une sécurité
maximale, la sensibilité du IAQRAE doit être vérifié en
exposant l’instrument à une concentration de gaz connue par
une procédure dietalonnage avant chaque utilisation
journalière.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. General Information 1-1
1.1 General Specifications 1-2
2. Operation of IAQRAE 2-1
2.1 Physical Description 2-2
2.2 Keys and Displays 2-4
2.3 Turn Power On/Off 2-5
2.4 Data Protection 2-6
2.5 Normal Mode Operation 2-7
2.6 Alarm Signals 2-11
2.7 Backlight 2-13
2.8 Alarm Limits and Calibration 2-14
2.9 Integrated Sampling Pump 2-15
2.10 Datalogging 2-17
3. Operation of Accessories 3-1
3.1 Interchangeable Battery Packs 3-2
3.2 Water Trap Filter 3-4
3.3 Remote Sampling Probe or Teflon Tubing 3-5
3.4 Calibration Adapter 3-6
4. Programming IAQRAE 4-1
4.1 Enter and Exit Programming Mode 4-3
4.2 Calibration Menu 4-5
4.2.1 Fresh Air Calibration 4-7
4.2.2 Multiple Sensor Calibration 4-8
4.2.3 Single Sensor Calibration 4-10
4.2.4 Modify Span Gas Value 4-13
4.2.5 Change VOC Span Gas 4-14
4.3 Change Alarm Limits 4-15
4.4 Change Datalog Setting 4-16
4.4.1 Clear All Data 4-17
4.4.2 Change Datalog Period 4-18
4.4.3 Select Datalog Mode 4-19
4.4.4 Enable/Disable Datalog 4-20
4.4.5 Select ‘Memory Full’ Type 4-21
4.5 Change Monitor Setup 4-22
4.5.1 Change Site ID 4-23

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4.5.2 Change User ID 4-24
4.5.3 Change Alarm Mode 4-25
4.5.4 Change User Mode 4-26
4.5.5 Change Real Time Clock 4-27
4.5.6 Change Light and Buzzer Mode 4-28
4.5.7 Change Password 4-29
4.5.8 Change Pump Duty Cycle 4-30
4.5.9 Change Display Language 4-31
4.5.10 Set Temperature Unit 4-32
4.6 Change Sensor Configuration 4-33
4.6.1 Change VOC Gas Selection 4-34
4.6.2 Edit Correction Factors 4-35
4.6.3 Enable/Disable Sensor 4-36
4.6.4 Change Custom Gas Name 4-37
5. Theory of Operation 5-1
6. Maintenance 6-1
6.1 Sensor Replacement 6-2
6.2 PID Sensor Maintenance 6-4
6.3 Sampling Pump Replacement 6-5
7. Troubleshooting 7-1
7.1 Diagnostic Mode 7-2
7.2 Possible Problems and Solutions 7-7
Appendix A. Program Navigation Guide A-1
Normal Mode: Display Menu A-2
Diagnostic Mode: Display Menu A-3
Programming Mode: Calibration Menu A-4
Programming Mode: Alarm Limit Menu A-5
Programming Mode: Datalog Menu A-6
Programming Mode: Monitor Setup Menu A-7
Programming Mode: Sensor Configuration Menu A-8
Appendix B. PID Correction Factors B-1

INDEX OF TABLES AND FIGURES
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Table Title Page
1.1 Range, Resolution & Response Time 1-4
2.1 Key Functions During Normal Operation 2-4
2.2 Alarm Signal Summary 2-12
2.3 Alarm Limits and Calibration 2-17
4.1 Programming Mode Functions 4-2
4.2 Programming Keys 4-3
7.1 Critical Parameters 7-2
Figure Title Page
2-1 Front View – Main Components 2-2
2-2 Back View – Main Components 2-3
2-3 Display and Keypad 2-4
3-1 Interchangeable Battery Packs 3-3
4-1 Water bubbler connections for span cal 4-12
5-1 Block Diagram 5-1
6-1 Internal Structure 6-1
6-2 Detailed Sensor Assembly 6-3
Acronyms used throughout manual:
EC - Electrochemical
HT - Humidity Temperature
LCD - Liquid Crystal Display
LED - Light Emitting Diode
PC - Personal Computer
PID - Photo-Ionization Detector
ppm - Parts Per Million
VOC - Volatile Organic Compound

GENERAL INFORMATION
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1. General Information
The IAQRAE multi-gas monitor is a portable instrument that
provides real time measurements and activates alarm signals
when exposure exceeds preset limits. The programmable
monitor contains up to five sensors that will monitor volatile
organic compounds (VOC) gas, a toxic gas, carbon dioxide,
humidity and temperature for measurements of Indoor Air
Quality (IAQ). Depending on the type of sensor installed, the
IAQRAE is capable of monitoring:
•Organic Vapors
PID Sensor using 10.6 eV UV lamp
•Carbon Dioxide
A miniature Non Dispersive Infrared (NDIR) Sensor
•Toxic Gas
One interchangeable Electrochemical Sensor
•Humidity
Capacitive Humidity Sensor
•Temperature
Precision Thermistor
Note: The humidity and temperature sensors are physically
packaged together as an HT Sensor.
The IAQRAE (PGM-5210) consists of:
•IAQRAE monitor with five sensors
•Calibration adapter
•Quick Reference Guide
•Operation and Maintenance manual
•Shoulder strap
•Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack
•120/240 AC/DC wall adapter
•Spare alkaline battery pack
•Ten spare water and dust trap filters
•Three-inch inlet probe
•Hard transport case with pre-cut foam
•Fifteen feet (5 meters) of Teflon®tubing
•Tool kit
•Lamp cleaning kit, for monitors equipped with a PID sensor

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1.1 General Specifications
Table 1.1 IAQRAE Monitor Specification
Dimensions 9.25” L x 5.0” W x 9.25” H
(23.5cm L x 12.7cm x 23.5cm)
Weight 8.9 lbs (4.03 kg) with battery
Detectors Up to five sensors:
•PID Sensor w/ 3/8 od 10.6 eV lamp
•Electrochemical Sensor
•NDIR Sensor for CO2
•Humidity Sensor
•Temperature Sensor
Battery Rechargeable, 7.4V/7.2 Ah, Lithium-Ion
battery pack with built-in charger (less
than 10 hours charge time)
Six C-cell alkaline battery pack
Operating Time Up to 36 hours of continuous operation
Display Two-line, 16-character LCD with
manual LED backlight
Keypad •[MODE] – operation & programming
•[Y/+] – operation & programming key
•[N/-] – operation & programming key
•[RADIO] – not used
•[VOICE] – not used
•[UP/DOWN] – not used
Direct Readout •Up to five instantaneous values
•Sensor name
•High and low values all sensors
•Battery voltage
•Elapsed time
Alarm Settings Separate alarm limit settings for Low
and High alarm
Visible Alarm 100 dB buzzer at 10 cm (typical)

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Audible Alarm Flashing red LED cluster to indicate
exceeded preset limits, low battery, or
sensor failure
Calibration Two point field calibration for fresh air
and standard reference gas (except for
the temperature sensor)
Attachments Shoulder strap, optional tripod/wall
mounting bracket
Sampling Pump Internal integrated diaphragm pump
with adjustable duty cycle ratio of pump
on (>400 cc/min) and off
Protection Password protected calibration
settings, alarm limits, and data
EM Immunity No effect when exposed to
0.43 mW/cm2RF interference
(5 watt transmitter at 12 inches)
Data Storage Optional 20,000 readings (64 hours, 5
channels at 1-minute intervals) in non-
volatile memory
Datalog Interval Programmable 1-3600 seconds
External Alarm Optional plug-in, pen-size vibration
alarm or earphone
Communication Upload data to PC and download
monitor setup from PC through RS-232
link to serial port on PC
Temperature 0oC to 50oC (32oF to 122o F)
Humidity 0 % to 95% relative humidity
(Non-condensing)

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Table 1.1 Range, Resolution & Response Time (t90)
Sensor Range Resolution t90
VOC 0-9.99 ppm 0.01 ppm 10 seconds
10.0-99.9 ppm 0.1 ppm
100-999 ppm 1 ppm
CO20-20,000 ppm 10 ppm 60 seconds
CO 0-500 ppm 1 ppm 25 seconds
H2S 0-100 ppm 1 ppm 30 seconds
SO20-20.0 ppm 0.1 ppm 15 seconds
NO 0-250 ppm 1 ppm 20 seconds
NO20-20.0 ppm 0.1 ppm 25 seconds
Cl20-10.0 ppm 0.1 ppm 60 seconds
HCN 0-100 ppm 1 ppm 60 seconds
NH30-50 ppm 1 ppm 150 seconds
PH30-5.0 ppm 0.1 ppm 60 seconds
Temp 32.0˚F-122.0˚F 0.1˚F 300 seconds
0˚C-50.0˚C 0.1˚C
RH 5-95% 1% RH 60 seconds
Note: t90 values for most electrochemical sensors are based on
vendors’ specification. Actual monitor responses may be longer
depending on measuring conditions.

OPERATION OF IAQRAE
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2. Operation of IAQRAE
The IAQRAE multi-gas exposure monitor is a compact,
portable instrument that provides real time measurements and
activates alarm signals when exposure exceeds preset limits.
Prior to factory shipment, the IAQRAE is preset with default
alarm limits, and sensors are pre-calibrated with standard
calibration gas. However, the user should calibrate the
instrument before the first use. After the monitor is fully
charged and calibrated, it is ready for immediate operation.

OPERATION OF IAQRAE
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2.1 Physical Description
Figure 2-1 Front View - Main Components of IAQRAE
1. Audible Alarm Port
2. Keypad
[MODE] – operation key & programming key
[Y/+] – operation & programming key
[N/-] – operation & programming key
[RADIO] – not used
[VOICE] – not used
[UP/DOWN] – not used
3. LCD with Backlight
4. Humidity-Temperature Sensor
5. Handle
6. Red LED Alarm Light
7. Water / Dust Filter
8. Gas Entry Port
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3
5 6
1
7
8
4

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Figure 2-2 Back View - Main Components of IAQRAE
1. Battery pack - IAQRAE monitors are equipped with
interchangeable rechargeable Lithium-Ion and alkaline
battery packs
2. Gas exit port
3. Charger port – power jack connects IAQRAE to external
DC for charging
4. Serial communication port for PC interface
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3

OPERATION OF IAQRAE
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2.2 Keys and Display
Figure 2-3 IAQRAE Display and Keypad
Table 2.1 Key Functions During Normal Operation
Key Function
[MODE] Turn power on/off
Choose different display mode
[N/-] Toggle backlight on/off
Answer “No”
Decrease values
[Y/+] Alarm test and alarm acknowledgment
Turn latched alarm off
Turn pump on
Answer “Yes”
Increase values
MODE
Y
/+ N/- ON
CHARGE
RADIO
VOICE
0CO2
R.H.
0.00
21°C
Display
Not used
On / Off
Mode Key
LED Alarm &
Charge Status

OPERATION OF IAQRAE
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2.3 Turn Power On/Off
The Charge LED at the front of the monitor will light up when
the monitor is plugged into the AC charger. When the LED is
red, the battery is still charging. When the LED is green, the
battery is fully charged and IAQRAE is ready for use.
To turn ON
Press [MODE]. The audio buzzer will beep once, and the
screen will display the following, in order:
•“Multi-gas Monitor Version n.nn” (the software version)
•Custom power-on-name, which can be changed by the
customer using the ProRAE Suite Software
•Model number, serial number, current date & time, and
temperature
•Each sensor socket to check if a valid sensor is installed
If a new sensor is installed, a message to remind the user
to calibrate the sensor will be displayed followed by a
message that the alarm limits have been reset to the
default values for the new sensor. If a sensor reaches its
expected end of life, a “Warranty Expired” message will be
displayed.
•Last calibration date
•Preset alarm limits for each sensor
•Battery voltage
•Shut off voltage
•User mode
•Alarm mode
•Available data storage memory (in hours)
•Datalog mode
•Datalog period (60 seconds)
•Instantaneous reading of the gas concentration in ppm
To turn OFF
Press and hold [MODE] for 5 seconds. The monitor will beep
once every second during the power-down sequence. A
countdown timer will show the remaining seconds. After that,
the screen will flash “Off!” and then go blank, indicating the
monitor is off.

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2.4 Data Protection
When the monitor is turned off, all the current real time data
including peak, minimum, and elapsed time are erased.
However, the datalogged data are preserved in non-volatile
memory. Even if the battery is disconnected, the datalogged
data will not be lost. When the monitor is off, the real time clock
will continue to operate until the battery is completely drained
(usually in 5-7 days without any charging).
If the battery is completely drained or is disconnected from the
monitor, the real time clock will continue to operate for another
30 days. When the real time clock is lost, the information needs
to be re-entered. (See Section 4.5.5 Change Real Time Clock)
Datalog monitor versus Non-Datalog monitor
There are two versions of the PGM-5210 Multi-Gas Monitors:
Datalog monitors and Non-Datalog monitors. A Datalog monitor
allows the user to store the gas concentration readings. (See
Section 2.10 Datalogging)
During the power on sequence, a letter “D” following the
version number indicates that the monitor is configured as a
Datalog monitor. The absence of a letter “D” indicates a Non-
Datalog monitor.
The user may upgrade a Non-Datalog monitor to a Datalog
monitor. Call the factory for information on how to order the
upgrade kit.