RKI Instruments SDM-03 User manual

SDM-03 Docking Station
Standalone Configuration
Operator’s Manual
Part Number: 71-0359
Revision: P1
Released: 4/7/15
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Warranty
Warranty
RKI Instruments, Inc. warrants gas alarm equipment sold by us to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship, and performance for a period of one year from
date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. Any parts found defective within that
period will be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge. This warranty does
not apply to those items which by their nature are subject to deterioration or
consumption in normal service, and which must be cleaned, repaired, or replaced on
a routine basis. Examples of such items are:
Warranty is voided by abuse including mechanical damage, alteration, rough
handling, or repairs procedures not in accordance with the instruction manual. This
warranty indicates the full extent of our liability, and we are not responsible for
removal or replacement costs, local repair costs, transportation costs, or contingent
expenses incurred without our prior approval.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND
ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF RKI
INSTRUMENTS, INC. INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN
NO EVENT SHALL RKI INSTRUMENTS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND
CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS OR FAILURE OF ITS
PRODUCTS TO FUNCTION OR OPERATE PROPERLY.
This warranty covers instruments and parts sold to users only by authorized
distributors, dealers, and representatives as appointed by RKI Instruments, Inc.
We do not assume indemnification for any accident or damage caused by the
operation of this gas monitor and our warranty is limited to replacement of parts or our
complete goods.
Absorbent cartridges Batteries
Pump diaphragms and valves Filter elements
Fuses
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
About the SDM-03. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cautions & Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter 2: Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Single-Port AC Adapter.. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. 6
4-Port AC Adapter. . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 6
USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Air Filter and Sample Tubing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Instrument Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Power Jack .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . 10
Sample Fittings. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . 10
PC Connection . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . 10
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter 3: Preparing to Use the SDM-03. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Hardware Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the Operational Parameters in Edit Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Bump Test & Calibration Parameters . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . 15
Turningon theSDM-03 with anInstrument. . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 17
Setting theBump Test Parameters. . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 19
Setting the CalibrationParameters. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 21
Connecting Calibration Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Installing the Single Module Data Viewer Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Chapter 4: Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Bump Testing an 03 Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Calibrating an 03 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Calibration and Bump Test Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Available Memory in theSDM-03 . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 41
Copying Calibration and BumpTest Records. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . 41
Clearing theSDM-03’s Memory . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 42
Bump Test andCalibration Record Files . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 42
Bump Testing or Calibrating and Saving Files to a Flash Drive
Multiple Times in OneDay . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . 43
Chapter 5: Single Module Data Viewer Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Launching the Single Module Data Viewer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Data Viewing Window. . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . 45
Using the Single Module Data Viewer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Importing Files Into the Database. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . 46
Organizing the Data . . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 47
Viewing the Data. . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . 48
Deleting Data . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .. 53
Changingthe Password . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . 54
Exiting the Program . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . 55
Spare Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before using the SDM-03. Also read
and understand the GP-03 and OX-03/CO-03/HS-03 Operator’s
Manuals.
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Overview • 1
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
This chapter briefly describes the SDM-03 Docking Station and the Single Module
Data Viewer Program. This chapter also describes the SDM-03 Docking Station
Standalone Operation Operator’s Manual (this document). Table 1 at the end of this
chapter lists the SDM-03’s specifications.
About the SDM-03
The SDM-03 Docking Station is an advanced, reliable system that provides
calibration, bump testing, and calibration and bump test records for the 03 Series
portable gas monitors. It is designed to save the calibration and bump test records to
a USB flash drive (standalone functionality) or to be connected directly to a computer
(PC controlled functionality). If calibration and bump test records are stored to a USB
flash drive while operating in the standalone configuration, the Single Module Data
Viewer Program can then be used with a Windows-based personal computer to
retrieve calibration and bump test data files from the USB flash drive or from the
computer’s hard drive if the files have been transferred to the hard drive from the
flash drive. If you are using the PC Controller Program while operating in the PC
controlled configuration, you may retrieve instrument data, bump test, and calibrate
up to 10 instruments at once. Instrument information and data for each instrument
can be viewed directly using the PC Controller Program and can be printed from the
PC Controller Program. For instructions to use the SDM-03 with the PC Controller
Program, see the SDM-03 Docking Station PC Controlled Configuration Operator’s
Manual.
The purpose of this manual is to explain how to set up and use the SDM-03 in
Standalone configuration. It also explains how to use the Single Module Data Viewer
Program. You will learn how to:
• install and launch the Single Module Data Viewer Program
• prepare the SDM-03 for use
• perform a bump test
• perform a calibration
• save calibration and bump test records to a USB flash drive
• view, print, and export calibration and bump test records
CAUTION: The 03 Series detects oxygen deficiency, elevated levels of oxygen,
combustible gases, carbon monoxide, or hydrogen sulfide, all of which
can be dangerous or life threatening. When using the 03 Series, you
must follow the instructions and warnings in the GP-03 and OX-03/CO-
03/HS-03 Operator’s Manuals to assure proper and safe operation of
the instrument and to minimize the risk of personal injury.
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2 • System Requirements
CAUTION: The operator of this instrument is advised that if the equipment is used
in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
System Requirements
To use the Single Module Data Viewer Software, your personal computer must meet
the following requirements:
•Operating Systems: Windows® 7 or Windows® 8.
•Processor: IBM®compatible PC running Pentium®2 processor or equivalent
minimum
•Memory: 32 MB RAM minimum
•Hard Disk Space: 32 MB minimum
• CD-ROM Drive
• Available USB port
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Specifications • 3
Specifications
Table 1: SDM-03 Specifications
Input Power 12 VDC
NOTE: AC Adapter with 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz,
0.6A input and 12 VDC, 1.2A output provided as
standard.
Environmental Conditions • For Indoor Use Only
• -10° C to 40° C, below 80% Relative Humidity, Non-
Condensing
Applicable Instruments • GP-03
•OX-03
•CO-03
•HS-03
Memory Capacity 64 KB
Maximum Record Size 256 bytes
Maximum Number of
Records Saved 200
Number of Calibration Gas
Cylinders One calibration gas cylinder per bump test or calibration
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4 • Specifications
Standard Accessories • AC Adapter
• USB Flash Drive
• Single Module Data Viewer Program
• SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller
Program
• Inlet Air Filter
• Instruction Manual
• 10 Foot Long Exhaust Tube
• One 3 Foot Long Tube for GAS Fitting
• 10 Foot Long 3/16 Inch Tube for GAS
manifolding (used for PC Controlled
Configuration only)
• 2 T-Fittings (used for PC Controlled
Configuration only)
• Check Valve (used for PC Controlled
Configuration only)
• USB Cable, Type A to Type B
Table 1: SDM-03 Specifications
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About this Manual • 5
About this Manual
The SDM-03 Docking Station Standalone Configuration Operator’s Manual uses the
following conventions for notes, cautions, and warnings.
NOTE: Describes additional or critical information.
CAUTION: Describes potential damage to equipment.
WARNING: Describes potential danger that can result in injury or death.
Cautions & Safety Information
• Use only polyurethane sample tubing with the SDM-03. Consult RKI
Instruments, Inc. for other materials.
• Do not subject the SDM-03 to infrared or intense light. This may cause
communication errors.
• Do not expose the SDM-03 to water.
• Do not subject the SDM-03 to any hard impact.
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6 • Overview
Chapter 2: Description
Overview
This section describes the SDM-03 docking station. It is designed to be used on a
table top and consists of the AC adapter, Type A to Type B USB cable, air filter, check
valve, 2 plastic T-fittings, sample tubing, instrument cradle, back panel, control panel,
status LEDs, and 2 USB ports.
AC Adapter
Single-Port AC Adapter
The single-port AC adapter is a wall plug style adapter with a 5 foot cable. The end of
the cable has a plug that connects to the power jack on the SDM-03’s back panel.
The AC adapter is rated 100 - 240 VAC input, 12 VDC 1.2 A output.
4-Port AC Adapter
The 4-port AC adapter is a wall plug style adapter with four 5-foot cables. The end of
each cable has a plug that connects to the power jack on the SDM-03’s back panel.
The AC adapter is rated 100 - 240 VAC input, 12 VDC 2.0 A output.
To Power Jack
on SDM-03
Back Panel
Figure 1: Single-Port AC Adapter
To Power Jack
on SDM-03
Back Panels
Figure 2: 4-Port AC Adapter
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USB Cable • 7
USB Cable
A Type A to Type B USB cable is provided with the docking station. It is only for use
with the PC Controlled configuration. It is not used in the Standalone configuration.
Figure 3: USB Cable
Air Filter
A cylindrical particle filter with a short length of tubing is supplied with the SDM-03 for
installation to the AIR fitting on the back panel. The filter keeps particulate
contamination out of the docking station.
Sample Tubing
Three types of sample tubes are included with the docking station. One 3 foot length
of 3/16 inch ID polyurethane tubing is provided to connect the regulator on a
calibration cylinder to the GAS fitting on the back panel. One 10 foot length of 3/16
inch ID polyurethane tubing is provided for manifolding the GAS fitting. This tubing is
only needed in the PC Controlled configuration of the SDM-03. In addition, a 10 foot
length of 5/16 inch ID polyurethane tubing is provided for connection to the exhaust
fitting on the back panel to allow routing of the exhaust to a location such as an open
window where the exhaust can disperse.
Exhaust Tubing, 5/16 Inch
ID,10 feet
Particle Filter for Air Inlet
Calibration Gas Sample Tubing, 3/16
Inch ID, 3 feet Manifold Tubing, 3/16 Inch
ID,10 feet
Figure 4: Air Filter & Sample Tubing
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8 • Check Valve
WARNING: Do not use an exhaust tube that is longer than 10 feet. The increased flow
restriction caused by a longer tube may affect gas response and cause
inaccurate calibration and bump test results.
Check Valve
A check valve is included with the SDM-03 but is not needed for the Standalone
configuration. It is used for the PC Controlled configuration.
T-Fittings
Two T-fittings are included with the SDM-03. The larger fitting is for the exhaust
tubing. The smaller fitting is for the GAS tubing. Neither T-fitting is needed for the
Standalone configuration. They are used in the PC Controlled configuration.
Figure 5: Check Valve
For Exhaust
Tubing
For GAS
Tubing
Figure 6: T-Fittings
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Instrument Cradle • 9
Instrument Cradle
The instrument cradle is a recessed area on the top of the SDM-03 that is designed to
accept the 03 Series. Insert the 03 Series in the instrument cradle when you perform
a bump test or calibration. A spring-loaded cover latches into place to secure the 03
Series. A sample port in the cover matches up with the 03 Series’ diffusion port and
routes air and calibration gas to the sensor during a bump test or calibration. An
infrared (IR) port at the back of the cradle lines up with the 03 Series’ IR port when it
is inserted in the cradle and is used to communicate with the 03 Series.
Sample
Port
Cover
IRPort
Instrument
Cradle
SDM-03 Without03Series,
Cover Open, Top View SDM-03 Without03Series, Cover Open, Front View SDM-03 With03 Series,Cover Closed, Top View
SDM-03
GP-03RKI
POWER
MODE
EDIT
ENTER
SDM-03
BUMP CAL. COPY
03 SERIES OFFPOWER
1SEC ON
3SEC OFF
AIR
POWER
BUMP
1SEC ON
3SEC OFF
03 SERIES OFF
EDIT
ENTER COPY
SDM-03
CAL .
Figure 7: Instrument Cradle
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10 • Back Panel
Back Panel
The back panel includes the power jack, sample fittings, and a USB PC connector.
Power Jack
The power jack is located in the bottom left corner of the back panel. The plug on the
end of the AC adapter cable mates to it.
Sample Fittings
Two sample fittings are located on the back of the SDM-03. The AIR fitting is in the
upper left corner and draws air into the SDM-03. The GAS fitting is to the right of the
AIR fitting and is used to connect the SDM-03 to a calibration gas cylinder. Both
fittings accept 3/16 inch ID tubing.
An exhaust fitting is located in the upper right corner. It allows routing of the
exhausted calibration gas to a convenient location. This fitting accepts 5/16 inch ID
tubing. Even though the exhaust gas can be routed to an area to be safely dispersed,
the docking station should still be installed in a well ventilated area.
PC Connection
A type B USB connection is located beneath the exhaust fitting on the SDM-03’s back
panel. It is only used for the PC Controlled configuration and is not used in the
Standalone configuration.
Power Jack
Gas Fitting
Air Fitting Back Panel USB
Port (Type B),
For Computer
Connection
Exhaust Fitting
Figure 8: Fittings and Connections
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Control Panel • 11
Control Panel
The control panel is used to setup and operate the docking station in the Standalone
configuration. It is located at the front of the docking station. It includes the control
buttons, the control button LEDs, and the power LED.
Five control buttons are located on the control panel. From left to right they areBUMP
T, CAL S, EDIT ENTER, COPY, and POWER. The BUMP T, CAL S, and COPY
control buttons each have an LED above them that indicates the status of the function
controlled by that button. The POWER LED is located above the POWER button and
functions as a pilot LED and a system failure LED.
Table 2: Control Button Functions
Control
Button Control Button Function(s) Control Button LED Function(s)
BUMP T• Initiates a bump test
• Cancels a bump test
• Moves down a list of parameters
• Decreases an adjustable
parameter
Indicates status of a bump test
in progress
COPY
POWER
03 SERIES OFF
1SEC ON
3SEC OFF
BUMP CAL.
SDM-03
POWER LED
BUMP LED
COPY LED
CAL LED
Control Buttons
EDIT
ENTER
Figure 9: Control Panel
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12 • Control Panel
CAL S• Initiates a calibration
• Cancels a calibration
• Clears data from docking station
memory (when used with COPY
button)
• Moves up a list of parameters
• Increases an adjustable parameter
Indicates status of a calibration
in progress
EDIT
ENTER • Puts docking station into various
edit modes
• Makes a displayed parameter
editable
• Escapes or cancels an operation
• Turns off connected instrument
(when used with POWER button)
n/a
COPY • Copies data to a USB flash drive.
• Clears data from docking station
memory (when used with CAL S
button)
• Indicates amount of docking
station memory used
• Indicates status of copying
function
• Indicates the result of a copy
operation
POWER • Turns on the docking station
• Turns off the docking station
• Turns off connected instrument
(when used with EDIT ENTER
button)
n/a
Table 2: Control Button Functions
Control
Button Control Button Function(s) Control Button LED Function(s)
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Front Panel • 13
Front Panel
A type A USB port is located on the front of the docking station. This port can be used
to save calibration and bump test data to a USB flash drive. This USB port is for use
only in the Standalone configuration of the SDM-03.
NOTE: The SDM-03 does not support connection of a computer to the front
USB port, only a USB flash drive.
Figure 10: Front Panel
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14 • Overview
Chapter 3: Preparing to Use the SDM-03
Overview
There are four tasks that must be completed before you can begin to use the
SDM-03: hardware assembly, setting or confirming the bump test and calibration
parameters, connecting calibration gas, and installing the Single Module Data Viewer
Software on your computer. This chapter describes how to assemble the parts that
are shipped with the SDM-03, how to set or view the bump test and calibration
parameters, and how to install the Single Module Data Viewer Software on a
Windows based personal computer.
Hardware Assembly
The hardware assembly consists of connecting the AC adapter, installing the air filter,
and connecting the sample tubing. Perform the following to complete the hardware
assembly:
1. Place the SDM-03 on a convenient table top near an AC wall socket in a well
ventilated area. A location near a window that can be opened is best so that
the exhaust can be routed to the window.
2. Connect the AC adapter’s wall plug into a wall AC socket.
3. Insert the round plug on the end of the AC adapter’s cable into the power jack
on the back of the SDM-03.
NOTE: If you have multiple SDM-03s and are using a 4-port AC adapter, plug
each of the round plugs on the end of the AC adapter into the power
jack on the back of 4 separate SDM-03s.
4. Install the air filter so that the arrow on the filter that indicates direction of flow
is pointing towards the AIR fitting. Push the open end of the flexible tube that is
on one end of the filter onto the AIR fitting on the back of the SDM-03.
5. Install the 10 foot long 5/16 inch ID flexible tube that is included with the SDM-
03 onto the exhaust fitting located in the upper right corner of the back panel.
Route the tube to an area where the exhaust can be safely dispersed, such as
an open window.
CAUTION: The maximum recommended length for the exhaust tube is 10 feet. Do
not use more than 10 feet of tubing or tubing with an ID of less than
5/16 inch for the exhaust tube or the bump test and calibration
accuracy may be adversely affected. The tube that is shipped with the
SDM-03 has an ID of 5/16 inch and is 10 feet long.
6. Install the 3 foot long 3/16 inch ID tube that is included with the SDM-03 on the
GAS fitting.
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Setting the Operational Parameters in Edit Mode • 15
Setting the Operational Parameters
in Edit Mode
Once the hardware has been assembled, use Edit Mode to confirm or adjust the
bump test and calibration parameters before using the SDM-03.
The bump test parameters define how long fresh air and calibration gas are applied to
an instrument during a bump test. They also define the tolerance used in determining
whether an instrument fails or passes a bump test and whether or not a calibration
automatically takes place if a bump test fails. The calibration parameters define how
long fresh air and calibration gas are applied to an instrument during a calibration.
The bump test and calibration parameters are saved in the SDM-03’s memory. If a
parameter is changed with one particular instrument installed in the SDM-03, the
change will be in effect for the bump test or calibration of any subsequent instruments
until the parameter is changed again.
Bump Test & Calibration Parameters
There are four bump test parameters and two calibration parameters. The two
calibration parameters, air sample time and calibration gas sample time, are also
bump test parameters. The parameters are described below. Table 3 below shows
the factory settings for the bump test and calibration parameters. If you wish to use
the factory settings, then you do not need to make any parameter adjustments. If you
wish to confirm or change the parameter settings, follow the instructions below in
“Setting the Bump Test Parameters” on page 19 or “Setting the Calibration
Parameters” on page 21.
Table 3: Bump Test & Calibration Parameter
Parameter Display
Tag Available Choices Bump Factory Setting Cal Factory Setting
Air Sample Time AIR--IN • 15 seconds
• 30 seconds
• 45 seconds
• 60 seconds
• 90 seconds
15 seconds 15 seconds
Calibration Gas
Sample Time GAS--IN • 20 seconds • 30 seconds
• 45 seconds
• 60 seconds
• 90 seconds
• 120 seconds
20 seconds 60 seconds
Bump Test Check
Tolerance TOLER • ± 10% •±20%
•±30%
•±40%
•±50%
50% n/a
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16 • Setting the Operational Parameters in Edit Mode
Air Sample Time (AIR--IN)
The air sample time can be set separately for bump testing and calibration. It is the
length of time that the SDM-03 will draw air through the AIR fitting on the back of the
docking station. Air is drawn during a bump test or calibration before an air adjust
operation and to purge calibration gas from the system after calibration gas has been
drawn through the GAS fitting on the back of the docking station.
NOTE: For the following parameters, the 03 Series’ setting takes precedence
over the SDM-03’s setting as long as the bump test function in the 03
Series is turned on. For example, if the SDM-03’s CAL setting is set to
OFF but the 03 Series’ Calibration After Bump Test Failed setting is set
to ON, a calibration will still automatically be started after a failed bump
test. If the 03 Series’ bump test function is set to off, the 03 Series’
bump test settings have no effect and the SDM-03’s settings are used.
Calibration Gas Sample Time (GAS--IN)
The calibration gas sample time can be set separately for bump testing and
calibration. It is the length of time that the SDM-03 will draw calibration gas through
the GAS fitting on the back of the docking station during a bump test or calibration.
Bump Test Check Tolerance (TOLER)
The bump test check tolerance only applies to bump testing. It determines how close
the instrument gas reading must be to the calibration gas concentration for each
channel during a bump test in order to pass the bump test. It is defined as a
percentage of the calibration gas concentration.The amount that the instrument gas
reading differs from the calibration gas concentration must be equal to or less than
this percentage of the calibration gas concentration. For example, if the tolerance is
set to 50%, and the %LEL calibration gas concentration is 50% LEL, then the bump
test gas reading for the LEL channel on the instrument must be 50 %LEL ± 25 %LEL.
Automatic Calibration (AUTO--C)
Automatic calibration only applies to bump testing. It can be set to on or off. If it is set
to on, then the docking station will automatically perform a calibration if a bump test
fails.
Automatic
Calibration AUTO--C • On •Off On n/a
Table 3: Bump Test & Calibration Parameter
Parameter Display
Tag Available Choices Bump Factory Setting Cal Factory Setting
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