Thermo Scientific Partisol 2025i User manual

Partisol 2025iSequential Air
Sampler/
Partisol 2025i-D Dichotomous
Sequential Air Sampler
Instruction Manual
Part Number 110100-00
14Apr2015

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About This Manual
This manual provides information about installing, operating, maintaining,
and servicing the Partisol 2025iSequential Air Sampler and the Partisol
2025i-D Dichotomous Sequential Air Sampler. It also contains important
alerts to ensure safe operation and prevent equipment damage.
The manual is organized into the following chapters and appendices to
provide direct access to specific operation and service information.
●Chapter 1 “Introduction” introduces the user to the advanced features
of the Partisol 2025iand Partisol 2025i-D and describes the flow and
sampling configurations of the system. It also discusses the flow control
scheme used in the unit.
●Chapter 2 “Installation” describes how to unpack, set up, and start up
the Sampler.
●Chapter 3 “Filter Handling and Exchange” provides procedures for
handling, exchanging and transporting filters.
●Chapter 4 “Partisol 2025i Inlet Conversion” provides procedures for
configuring the Sampler with a variety of inlet systems.
●Chapter 5 “Operational Modes” describes the different operating
modes used on the Sampler.
●Chapter 6 “Sampler Settings” describes the different options available
for programming the Sampler.
●Chapter 7 “Sampler Operation” describes how to verify the Sampler’s
characteristics prior to starting a sampling run, programming a
sampling run, and retrieving data.
●Chapter 8 “Calibration” provides procedures for calibrating the
Sampler and calibration setup.
●Chapter 9 “Firmware Screen Descriptions” describes the front panel
display screens, the front panel pushbuttons, and the menu-driven
firmware.
●Chapter 10 “Preventive Maintenance” provides maintenance
procedures to ensure reliable and consistent instrument operation.
●Chapter 11 “Troubleshooting” presents guidelines for diagnosing
Sampler failures, isolating faults, and includes recommended actions for
restoring proper operation.

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●Chapter 12 “Servicing” presents safety alerts for technicians working on
the Sampler, step-by-step instructions for repairing and replacing
components, and a replacement parts list. It also includes contact
information for product support and technical information.
●Chapter 13 “Electronics” provides a description of the system
electronics and input/output connections.
●Appendix A “Warranty” is a copy of the warranty statement.
●Appendix B “C-Link Protocol Commands” provides a description of
the C-Link protocol commands that can be used to remotely control a
Sampler using a host device such as a PC or datalogger.
●Appendix C “MODBUS Protocol” provides a description of the
MODBUS Protocol Interface which is supported both over RS-
232/485 (RTU protocol) as well as TCP/IP over Ethernet.
●Appendix D “Communications Using iPort or RPComm” describes
RPComm communications software package which provides interactive
remote communications with Partisol instrumentation.
●Appendix E “AK Protocol” provides a description of the AK protocol
commands that can be used to remotely control a Partisol 2025iand
2025i-D using a host device such as a PC or a datalogger.
Review the following safety information carefully before using the Sampler.
This manual provides specific information on how to operate the Sampler.
If the Sampler is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
The seller cannot foresee all possible modes of operation in which the user
may attempt to utilize this instrumentation. The user assumes all liability
associated with the use of this instrumentation. The seller further disclaims
any responsibility for consequential damages. Use of this product in any
manner not intended by the manufacturer will void the safety protection
provided by the equipment, and may damage the equipment and subject
the user to injury.
Safety

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Safety and Equipment Damage Alerts
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This manual contains important information to alert you to potential safety
hazards and risks of equipment damage. Refer to the following types of
alerts you may see in this manual.
Safety and Equipment Damage Alert Descriptions
Alert Description
DANGER A hazard is present that could result in death or serious
personal injury if the warning is ignored. ▲
WARNING A hazard or unsafe practice could result in serious
personal injury if the warning is ignored. ▲
CAUTION A hazard or unsafe practice could result in minor to
moderate personal injury if the warning is ignored. ▲
Equipment Damage A hazard or unsafe practice could result in property
damage if the warning is ignored. ▲
Safety and Equipment Damage Alerts in this Manual
Alert Description
WARNING If the Sampler is mounted on a stand, it could fall or tip
over in high wind conditions if the stand is not properly
anchored. ▲
The service procedures in this manual are restricted to
qualified service personnel only. ▲
If the equipment is operated in a manner not specified by
the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired. ▲
CAUTION If the LCD panel breaks, do not let the liquid crystal
contact your skin or clothes. If the liquid crystal contacts
your skin or clothes, wash immediately using soap and
water. ▲
Equipment Damage Do not attempt to lift the instrument by the cover or other
external fittings.
The stand must be anchored when installed outdoors to
prevent tipping of the Sampler and/or stand in high
winds.
Some internal components can be damaged by small
amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded
antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any
internal component. If an antistatic wrist strap is not
available, be sure to touch the instrument chassis before
Safety and
Equipmen
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Alert Description
touching any internal components. When the instrument
is unplugged, the chassis is not at earth ground. ▲
Disconnect the serial cable before changing RS-232 and
RS-485 selection to prevent damage to any connected
equipment. ▲
Do not use solvents or other cleaning products to clean
the outside case. ▲
Do not remove the LCD panel or frame from the LCD
module. ▲
The LCD polarizing plate is very fragile, handle it
carefully. ▲
Do not wipe the LCD polarizing plate with a dry cloth, as
it may easily scratch the plate. ▲
Do not use alcohol, acetone, MEK or other ketone based
or aromatic solvent to clean the LCD module, but rather
use a soft cloth moistened with a naphtha cleaning
solvent. ▲
Do not place the LCD module near organic solvents or
corrosive gases. ▲
Do not shake or jolt the LCD module. ▲
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy,
and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her
own expense. ▲
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Electrical and Safety Conformity
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This product has been tested by ETL Testing Laboratories, and has been
documented to be in compliance with the following U.S., Canadian, and
EU standards:
UL Standard 61010-1
CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 61010-1
EN61010-1
Thermo Fisher Scientific certifies that this product operates in compliance
with the EC Directive 89/336/EEC with reference to electrical emissions
and immunity. Specifically, the equipment meets the requirements of
EN55011 Group 1, Class B (Emissions) and EN55082-1 (Immunity).
The hardware has been tested for personal or fire safety hazards, and meets
the requirements of UL/CSA/EN61010-1/UL61010-1 (Safety) in
fulfillment of EU Directive IEC 61326-1.
IEC 60529
Issued:2001/01/01 Ed:2.1 Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures
(IP Code); COR. No.1:2003; COR. No.2:2007; COR. No.3:2009
This operating manual includes references to the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) 2.12 Quality Assurance Handbook, Volume II,
Part II. Partisol Samplers that are installed as part of a U.S. EPA
monitoring network, or which must meet U.S. EPA monitoring
requirements, should refer to the procedures found in the U.S. EPA 2.12
Quality Assurance Handbook. The 2.12 Quality Assurance Handbook
provides general EPA-recommended guidance and, in some cases, may
provide additional, more detailed or more recent guidance.
A copy of the U.S. EPA 2.12 Quality Assurance Handbook can be obtained
from the AMTIC web site: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/amtic/pmqa.html, the
QC coordinator at any EPA Regional Office, or from the Monitoring and
Quality Assurance Group (MD- 14), U.S. EPA, Research Triangle Park,
NC 27711.
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the instrument and in the associated documentation.
Symbol Description
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electrical and electronic equipment falling under the Directive 2002/96/EC
(WEEE) and the equipment that has been put on the market after 13 August
2005. ▲
The following information can be used to determine the power service
requirements of this product:
Line Voltage
115VAC, 50-60Hz, 10 Amp
220-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 5 Amp
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