Sibata PMP-001 User manual

CODE 080870-001
Operation Manual
zBefore using this product, be sure to read "Operation Settings When an Error Occurs,"
and then configure the settings accordingly.
zThis operation manual describes precautions that are important for preventing accidents as well
as instructions for using the product.
zTo ensure safety, read this operation manual thoroughly before use, and use the product correctly.
zAfter reading this operation manual, keep it in a safe place where it can be referred to at any time.

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Table of Contents
1Introduction .....................................................................................................4
1.1 Indications Used in This Manual ...............................................................4
1.1.1 "Danger," "Warning," and "Caution"..........................................................4
1.1.2 "Important" and "Hint"...............................................................................4
1.1.3 Symbols....................................................................................................4
1.2 Checking the Packed Items ......................................................................5
1.3 Definition of Suitable Users.......................................................................5
2Safety Instructions...........................................................................................6
3About This Product..........................................................................................8
3.1 Overview...................................................................................................8
3.2 Features....................................................................................................8
3.3 Names of the Parts ...................................................................................9
3.3.1 Main Unit...................................................................................................9
3.3.2 Control Panel..........................................................................................10
4Operation Procedures...................................................................................11
4.1 Preparing the Power Supply and Turning the Pump ON and OFF..........11
4.1.1 Installing and Removing Batteries..........................................................11
4.1.2 External Power Supply ...........................................................................12
4.1.3 Turning the Pump ON and OFF..............................................................13
4.1.4 Remaining Battery Level Display............................................................13
4.2 Pressure Loss.........................................................................................14
4.3 Using a Micro Impinger...........................................................................14
4.4 Attaching and Removing the Intake Port.................................................15
4.5 Using the Low Flow Rate Orifice and Adapter.........................................16
4.6 Installing the Pump and Connecting the Tube.........................................17
4.7 [HOME] Screen and [MENU] Screen......................................................18
4.8 Sampling Procedures (Setup).................................................................19
4.8.1 Setting the Sampling Conditions.............................................................19
4.8.2 Setting the Flow Rate .............................................................................20
4.8.3 Setting the Flow Rate Conversion Temperature.....................................20
4.8.4 Setting the Sampling Start Operation.....................................................21
4.8.5 Setting the Sampling Stop Operation .....................................................22
4.8.6 Screens Displayed from the Start to the Stop of Operations..................25

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4.8.7 During Operation Standby......................................................................26
4.8.8 During Operation ....................................................................................27
4.8.9 When the Pump Finishes Operating.......................................................29
4.9 Pause Function.......................................................................................30
4.10 Key Lock Function.................................................................................31
4.11 Errors Displayed....................................................................................32
4.12 Measurement Value Overflow...............................................................33
4.12.1 Instantaneous Flow Rate......................................................................33
4.12.2 Accumulated Flow Rate and Sampling Time........................................33
4.13 Checking Previous Sampling Data (Previous Data)..............................34
4.14 Extra Menu............................................................................................38
4.14.1 User Calibration....................................................................................39
4.14.2 Checking the User Calibration Logs.....................................................44
4.14.3 ON/OFF Setting for Sleep Mode...........................................................45
4.14.4 ON/OFF Setting for the Operation Indicator LED.................................45
4.14.5 Testing ..................................................................................................46
4.14.6 Interval Timer........................................................................................48
4.14.7 Checking the Operating Time...............................................................51
4.14.8 Operation Settings When an Error Occurs...........................................51
4.14.9 Returning to the Factory Default Setting (Initialization) ........................53
5Troubleshooting.............................................................................................54
6Specifications................................................................................................55
6.1 Specifications..........................................................................................55
6.2 List of Materials Used..............................................................................56
6.3 Spare Parts, Consumables, and Optional Parts......................................56
7Maintenance..................................................................................................56
7.1 Replacing the Filter Element...................................................................56
7.2 Periodic Inspections................................................................................56
8Warranty and Repairs....................................................................................57
9Product Disposal...........................................................................................57
10 Inquiries.........................................................................................................58

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1 Introduction
1.1 Indications Used in This Manual
1.1.1 "Danger," "Warning," and "Caution"
This product is designed with the safety of the user as the top priority. However, some unavoidable
risks remain due to the characteristics of the product. In this manual, the severity and level of
danger of these risks are divided into three categories, indicated as "Danger," "Warning," and
"Caution." Carefully read and make sure that you understand the indicated items before operating
or performing maintenance on this product. The indications "Danger," "Warning," and "Caution" are
in order of the severity of risk (with "Danger" greater than "Warning," which is greater than
"Caution"). The details are explained below.
DANGER Indicates a dangerous situation that if not avoided will result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING Indicates a situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury
or death.
CAUTION Indicates a situation that if not avoided could result in minor to
moderate injuries, or could result in property damage or breakage.
1.1.2 "Important" and "Hint"
In addition to "Danger," "Warning," and "Caution," items that are important or essential to the user
are indicated using the following format.
Important Indicates important content that must be considered during product operation.
Hint Indicates content that will be useful if considered during product operation.
1.1.3 Symbols
In this manual, in addition to the indications "Danger," "Warning," and "Important," the following
symbols are used to make it easier to understand the content of these warnings.
This symbol indicates a danger that could pose a hazard to someone.
This symbol indicates something that is prohibited and must not occur.
This symbol indicates something that is a necessity and must occur.

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1.2 Checking the Packed Items
After opening the packaging, confirm that all the items have been included.
If one of the packed items is damaged or missing, contact your Sibata representative. In addition,
after opening the packaging, it is recommended that you store the packing material and box so that
you can reuse it in the event that you request repairs. If you decide to dispose of them however, do
so in accordance with the applicable laws and legislations, and as indicated by your municipality.
(1) Main unit: 1
(2) AA batteries for checking operations: 2
(3) Low flow rate orifice: 1
(4) Adapter: 1
(5) Operation manual (this document): 1
1.3 Definition of Suitable Users
This product should only be operated by trained and experienced operators that understand the
specialized technology and dangers involved. Untrained or currently being trained operators should
only operate the product under close supervision by a person that is already trained or has
sufficient specialized experience.
This operation manual is written assuming the product will be operated by a person that
understands the risks of operating the product.

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2 Safety Instructions
The precautionary information in this operation manual is for ensuring that the product is used
safely and for preventing injury to you and other people and damage to equipment. It is all
important for ensuring safety, so be sure to read it thoroughly before using the product and observe
it during use.
DANGER
This product is not explosion proof, so do not use it near combustible or flammable
materials. Doing so could cause explosion or fire.
Do not operate the product near highly flammable or combustible items. Also, do not
take in any gas other than the air. Doing so could cause explosion or fire.
Keep the product away from open flames. Do not burn the product in a fire. Doing so
could cause explosion or fire.
Do not connect to the connector electrode using wire or other metal objects. Doing so
could cause burns, a battery leak, heat generation, or an explosion.
WARNING
Do not expose the product directly to water. Doing so could cause an electric shock or
fire.
Do not subject the product to strong impacts or drops. Doing so could cause a
malfunction or accident.
Do not leave the product inside a car in the hot sun, or store it in strong direct sunlight,
in front of heating equipment, or near a fire. Doing so could cause operational
problems or a malfunction.
Do not connect to the connector using wire or other metal objects, or any other
method not specified in this manual. Doing so could cause fire or equipment damage.
Never attempt to disassemble or modify the product. Doing so could cause a
malfunction or accident.
If a problem occurs during operation, immediately stop operating the product, and
identify and eliminate the cause. If it is determined that the product caused the
problem, contact your Sibata representative or the vendor where you purchased the
product.
Do not cover this product with a cloth or blanket or enclose it inside a box when it is
operating. Doing so could cause heat buildup, a fire or malfunction.
Do not block the exhaust port. Doing so could limit the required flow rate, causing the
internal temperature to rise, leading to a malfunction or fire.
This product is designed for indoor use. Do not use it in an environment in which it will
be exposed to the wind and rain. Doing so could cause a malfunction.

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CAUTION
If not using the product for an extended period, remove the batteries and store it at a
dry, low temperature location, away from direct sunlight.
Install the product at a level, stable location. Not doing so could cause operational
problems or a malfunction.
Do not place anything on top of the product. Doing so could cause the product falling
down, deformation, malfunction, or accident.
When assembling this product, such as when inserting the batteries, be careful that
your fingers do not get pinched.
This product is an air sampling pump. Do not use it for any purpose not indicated in
this manual. Doing so could cause a malfunction.
Do not permit water, other liquids, or non-atmospheric gases to enter the product.
Doing so could cause a malfunction.
Be sure to operate the product with a filter element and sampling unit installed at the
intake port. Sampling air directly for long periods could cause a malfunction.
Do not permit flammable gases, corrosive gases, or chemicals to enter the product.
Doing so could cause a malfunction or fire.
Do not insert screws or other foreign objects into the intake port or exhaust port. If a
foreign object accidentally enters the product, immediately switch the power OFF.
Then contact your Sibata representative or the vendor where you purchased the
product.
The normal operating temperature range of this product is 0 to 40 °C, with humidity
between 10 and 90 % RH (and no condensation). Operating the product outside these
temperature and humidity ranges could reduce performance, shorten the service life,
or cause a malfunction.
Remove the batteries and disconnect any external batteries before cleaning or
inspecting the product. Not doing so could cause an electric shock, battery leakage, or
other problems.
Keep the product away from sources of noise. Also, do not place it in areas with
strong magnetic fields, high dust levels, or high humidity. Doing so could cause
product damage or other problems.
Important
Please be aware that in the unlikely event of a product failure, Sibata bears no responsibility to
compensate for sampling data not acquired or recorded, and is not responsible for loss of data,
or for other direct or indirect damages incurred from such loss. Be sure to back up* data on a
regular basis in case of an accident or failure.
* This product does not have a data output function. To back up the results, you must write
them down for example.

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3 About This Product
3.1 Overview
The personal mini pump PMP-001 is a lightweight, portable air sampling pump equipped with
functionality for measuring accumulated flow rates. The flow rate for this pump is 10 mL/min to
300 mL/min, which in the air sampling pump lineup from Sibata is a particularly low flow rate range.
It is equipped with a pressure loss correction function and a constant flow rate function. The pump
is controlled so as to maintain the set flow rate even if you are using sampling tubes with different
pressure loss values, or the pressure loss changes during sampling. As a result, this can be used
as an air sampling pump for toxic substances in work environments, indoor environments, and
ambient environments.
3.2 Features
¡A pressure loss correction function is built in, which suppresses intake flow rate fluctuations if
sampling tubes with different pressure loss values are used with the same set flow rate.
¡A constant flow rate function is built in, which suppresses intake flow rate fluctuations if a
sampling material is used with a pressure loss that changes due to sampling.
¡An organic EL graphics display has been adopted as the indicator, so you can check the flow
rate information even at a dark location.
¡The product can run for approx. 10 hours on two alkaline batteries (100 mL/min, unloaded
conditions).
¡The USB terminal can be connected to a mobile battery* with an output of at least 5 V DC and
500 mA or to an AC adapter for use as an external power supply.
* The product might not operate properly depending on the mobile battery specifications.

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3.3 Names of the Parts
3.3.1 Main Unit
Pump Status and the Color of the Operation Indicator LED (Operating Mode)
Color of the Operation Indicator LED Pump Status (Operating Mode)
Orange During Delay and Manual operation
Green During Run.T and Interval Timer operation
Blue During Volume operation
Red During an error
Intake port Operation
indicator LED
USB terminal (for power
supply, micro B)
Exhaust
port
Battery cover
Control panel

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3.3.2 Control Panel
Hint
If you press and hold the [BACK] key for 1 second or longer, the system will return to
the [HOME] screen. (If this operation is performed in the setting screen, the setting
details will be lost.)
When changing the setting values, press and hold the [UP] key or [DOWN] key to
increase the amount of change in the value.
[START/STOP] key
[PAUSE] key
xThis starts the measurement.
xThis is for applying the selected
and set items.
This pauses the pump
operation.
[BACK] key
[UP] key
[DOWN] key
This returns to the previous screen.
This is for changing setting values
and for moving to selected and
set items.
This is for changing setting
values and for moving to
selected and set items.
[UP] key and [DOWN] key
This turns the power ON and OFF. ⇒P13

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4 Operation Procedures
4.1 Preparing the Power Supply and Turning the Pump ON and
OFF
4.1.1 Installing and Removing Batteries
Important
When replacing the batteries, ensure that both of the two batteries are replaced
simultaneously with new ones.
Check the recommended usage time for the batteries and use them before this time
expires.
Be careful not to put the batteries in backwards.
(Do not accidentally reverse the + and - ends.)
Remove the batteries when the product is not in use.
If the batteries leak, the fluid could damage the circuit boards inside the product. In
this case, request repairs or an inspection.
(1) Slide the battery cover and remove it.
(2) Insert two AA batteries (alkaline batteries recommended).
(3) Restore the battery cover.
Hint
You can also use rechargeable AA batteries, but limitations will result regarding the
battery level indicator. ⇒P13
If the batteries run out and the power is inadvertently turned OFF, sampling will be
discontinued, and it will not be possible to continue. The discontinued data can be
viewed by checking the previous sampling data (2 Previous Data). ⇒P34
Note that if you use the pause function, you can replace the batteries and then
continue sampling. ⇒P30

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4.1.2 External Power Supply
With this product, you can use an external power supply other than the regular batteries by using
the USB terminal. Note that if a mobile battery is used, ensure that the output is at least 5 V and
500 mA.
Important
Mobile batteries sold for use with smartphones are equipped with a function that
stops the current supply if it drops below a certain value.
Accordingly, If the current value for this product is below the above-mentioned
threshold value, the pump may not operate properly with the mobile battery. It may
stop operating for example, or the power may turn OFF after 10 or 20 seconds.
Hint
You can also use an AC adapter with an output of at least 5 V and 500 mA.
If there are batteries in the product when an external power supply is connected, the
external power supply connection will take priority when running it.
In this case, if the power supplied from the external power supply stops, the product
will switch to the power supplied by the internal batteries and it will continue to
operate, thus avoiding problems.

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4.1.3 Turning the Pump ON and OFF
To turn the power ON or OFF, simultaneously press and hold the [UP] key and [DOWN] key for
approximately 2 seconds. Note that if the power is ON and you are turning it OFF, operation of
either the [UP] key or [DOWN] key will be applied. Continue to press and hold however.
Hint
After the power is ON, if you continue to press and hold the [UP] key and [DOWN] key,
the power will turn OFF, after which it will not turn ON.
The product may not operate as per the specifications immediately after the power is
turned ON. Let it warm up (with the pump running) for several minutes before use.
4.1.4 Remaining Battery Level Display
Important
The remaining battery level is displayed at the top right of the screen, but only during
intake. The remaining battery level will not be displayed during setting changes or
other operations, or during standby via timer operation. Also, the remaining battery
level display is designed on the assumption that alkaline batteries are being used in
this product. Rechargeable AA batteries can also be used. However, because of
differences in discharge characteristics, the relationship between the remaining
battery level displayed and the operating time will also differ.
The remaining battery level is displayed as four stages. Note that when power is supplied from the
USB terminal, USB will be displayed in the remaining battery level area and the bar graph will not
be displayed. In this case, check the remaining battery level display on the mobile battery.
Battery Level Display
Over 2.8 V
Between 2.5 V and 2.8 V
Between 2.3 V and 2.5 V
Less than 2.3 V
When power is supplied from the USB terminal
Remaining Battery Level Display and Reference Operating Times Until the Pump Stops
(When alkaline batteries are used, and Sleep Mode is set to OFF)
Flow Rate Load
10 mL/min Heat desorption tube 9 to 10 hours 6 to 9 hours 2.5 to 6 hours
50 mL/min Charcoal tube 5 to 5.5 hours 3.5 to 5 hours 1.5 to 3.5 hours
100 mL/min Charcoal tube 10 to 11 hours 6.5 to 10 hours 2.5 to 6.5 hours
100 mL/min Load equivalent to
20 kPa 5.5 to 6.5 hours 3.5 to 5.5 hours 1.5 to 3.5 hours
200 mL/min Load equivalent to
20 kPa 5 to 5.5 hours 3 to 5 hours 1.5 to 3 hours
300 mL/min Charcoal tube 6 to 7 hours 4 to 6 hours 2 to 4 hours
•These values are based on actual measured values under a 25 °C environment. Note that these values
are not guaranteed.

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4.2 Pressure Loss
Pressure loss occurs due to sampling tubes or other
sampling materials attached to the intake port. A constant
flow rate usage range has been established for this product
(⇒P 55). If the specified range is exceeded, a malfunction
could occur. However, this product is not equipped with a
function to measure pressure loss.
It is recommended that you measure the pressure loss of
the sampling material in advance, as per the figure.
4.3 Using a Micro Impinger
When a micro impinger is used, if the tubing is connected incorrectly, liquid will inadvertently be
taken into the main unit, resulting in a malfunction.Accordingly, connect the tubing as per the figure
below.
Important As per the figure at top right, never connect tubing in which liquid is taken in directly.

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4.4 Attaching and Removing the Intake Port
To remove the intake port, turn it in the counter
clockwise direction.
Pull gently on the filter element attached to the intake
port to remove the filter element, and then replace it.
Important
To prevent malfunctions due to the
intake of foreign objects and fine
particles, be sure to attach a filter
element.
Match the point on the intake port with the widest raised element* to the operation indicator LED.
Then push the intake port in and turn it 90 degrees in the clockwise direction.
* There are two points on the intake port to serve as positioning guides.
Filter element
Point with the widest
raised element
Operation indicator
LED

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4.5 Using the Low Flow Rate Orifice and Adapter
A low flow rate orifice and adapter are provided with this pump. If you are using the pump with a
flow of 50 mL/min or less, attach the low flow rate orifice adapter with the low flow rate orifice
connected, to the intake port and then connect the sampling tube, etc.
Hint
If the flow rate is set to a value at which
the low flow rate orifice adapter is not
used, sampling can be performed with
the sampling tube connected directly to
the adapter.
Note that in this case, be very careful
not to lose the low flow rate orifice.
Important
When the settings are configured to 50 mL/min or less, if a low flow rate orifice
adapter is not used, the indicated value will not reach the set value or will fluctuate
significantly during operation, so be sure to use it. Note that even if the low flow
rate orifice adapter is used, the pump may operate intermittently depending on the
set flow rate and the load conditions.
When connecting the low flow rate orifice to the adapter, be sure that the arrow on
the low flow rate orifice faces downwards with respect to the adapter.
Adapter
Sampling tube
xxxBe careful
of the
orientation.
Adapter
To the intake port
Low flow rate orifice Sampling tube
Low flow rate orifice adapter
Tube

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4.6 Installing the Pump and Connecting the Tube
Install this pump on a flat surface. Avoid sites with high humidity, moist sites, sites close to open
flames or heat sources, and sites with extremely high dust levels.
Confirm that the filter element is attached to the intake port. Also, replace the filter element if it
becomes very dirty. ⇒P15
Tubes with an inner diameter of 5 mm or 7 mm can be attached to the intake port.
Important
When removing a tube from the intake port, grip the intake port, not the main unit.
There is a risk that the tube will be damaged if you pull on it with too much force.

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4.7 [HOME] Screen and [MENU] Screen
When the power is turned ON (by pressing and holding the [UP] key and [DOWN] key), the version
information will be displayed, and then the system will proceed to the [HOME] screen.
[HOME] Screen
The sampling conditions are displayed.
¡The key based operations are as follows.
[START/STOP] key
This starts the sampling. ⇒P25
[UP] key or [DOWN] key
This switches to the [MENU] screen.
[MENU] Screen
This screen consists of the following three items.
The selected item will blink.
1 Setup
This is for setting the sampling conditions. ⇒P19
2 Previous Data
This is for checking previous sampling data. ⇒P34
3 Extra
This is for setting various settings other than the sampling conditions. ⇒P38
¡The key based operations are as follows.
[BACK] key: This switches to the [HOME] screen.
[UP] key or [DOWN] key: This switches the item selected.
[START/STOP] key: This switches to the screen for the item selected.

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4.8 Sampling Procedures (Setup)
4.8.1 Setting the Sampling Conditions
Select 1 Setup on the [MENU] screen to set the sampling conditions.
[MENU] Screen
Press the [UP] key or [DOWN] key to select 1 Setup.
Then press the [START/STOP] key.
[Setup] Screen
On the [Setup] screen, the following four items can be
changed.
xSampling flow rate ⇒P20
xFlow rate conversion temperature ⇒P20
xSampling start ⇒P21
xSampling pause ⇒P22
Important
After changing to the setting conditions of your choice, press the [UP] key or
[DOWN] key to select ENTER. Then press the [START/STOP] key.
Apply the changes to the setting conditions and return to the [HOME] screen.
If you press the [BACK] key before applying the changes to the setting conditions,
the system will return to the [MENU] screen without applying the changes.

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4.8.2 Setting the Flow Rate
As per the figure, press the [UP] key or [DOWN] key to
select an underlined item. Then press the [START/STOP]
key.
Press the [UP] key or [DOWN] key to change to the set
flow rate of your choice. If you press the [START/STOP]
key, the system will return to the [Setup] screen. Confirm
that the set flow rate is displayed.
¡Other key based operations
[BACK] key ⇒This returns to the [Setup] screen without applying the changes.
Hint If you set the flow rate to the user calibrated value, an icon will be displayed on the
[HOME] screen. ⇒P39
4.8.3 Setting the Flow Rate Conversion Temperature
As per the figure at right, press the [UP] key or [DOWN]
key to select an underlined item. Then press the
[START/STOP] key.
Press the [UP] key or [DOWN] key to select the flow rate
conversion temperature of your choice (25 °C or 20 °C).
If you press the [START/STOP] key, the system will return
to the [Setup] screen. Confirm that the selected flow rate
conversion temperature icon is displayed.
¡Other key based operations
[BACK] key ⇒This returns to the [Setup] screen without applying the changes.