Tisch Environmental TE-5000-BL User manual

OPERATIONS MANUAL
TE-5000-BL Total Suspended Particulate
High Volume Air Sampler
Tisch Environmental, Inc.
145 South Miami Avenue
Village of Cleves, Ohio 45002
Toll Free: (877) 263 -7610 (TSP AND-PM10)
Direct: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.tisch-env.com

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Welcome
We are the experts in high volume air sampling, lead sampling, lead samplers,
particulate monitoring, particulate emissions, pesticide monitoring, pesticide
sampling, total suspended particles, particulate sampler, Federal Reference Method
PM-10, Federal Reference Method PM2.5, EPA Method TO-4A, EPA Method TO-9A,
EPA Method TO-13A. TEI is a family business located in the Village of Cleves, Ohio.
TEI employs skilled personnel who average over 20 years of experience each in the
design, manufacture, and support of air pollution monitoring equipment. Our
modern well-equipped factory, quality philosophy and experience have made TEI
the supplier of choice for air pollution monitoring equipment. Now working on the
fourth generation, TEI has state-of-the-art manufacturing capability and is looking
into the future needs of today's environmental professionals.
Assistance
If you encounter problems or require detailed explanations, do not hesitate to
contact Tisch Environmental offices by e-mail or phone.
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Table of Contents
Welcome _______________________________________________________________________________ 3
Assistance ______________________________________________________________________________ 3
Introduction _______________________________________________________________________ 6
EPA Standards___________________________________________________________________________ 6
Safety Precautions _______________________________________________________________________ 6
Important Safety Instructions ______________________________________________________________ 6
Electrical Installation _____________________________________________________________________ 7
Do Not Abuse Cords ______________________________________________________________________ 7
Extension Cords__________________________________________________________________________ 7
Product Description _________________________________________________________________ 8
Introduction ____________________________________________________________________________ 8
Applications ____________________________________________________________________________ 8
Calibration Requirements__________________________________________________________________ 8
Calibration Kits __________________________________________________________________________ 9
Parts _________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Assembly _________________________________________________________________________ 12
Gabled Roof Assembly ___________________________________________________________________ 13
Electrical Set-Up ________________________________________________________________________ 15
Operations________________________________________________________________________ 16
Calibration Procedure____________________________________________________________________ 16
Example Problems ______________________________________________________________________ 20
Total Volume___________________________________________________________________________ 25
Sampler Operation ______________________________________________________________________ 26
Timer Preparation_______________________________________________________________________ 27
Troubleshooting ___________________________________________________________________ 28
Maintenance and Care ______________________________________________________________ 30
Warranty _________________________________________________________________________ 31
Assembly Drawings_________________________________________________________________ 32

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TE-5005-BL, Brushless Blower Motor________________________________________________________ 32
TE-5003 Filter Holder ____________________________________________________________________ 33
Calibration Worksheet ______________________________________________________________ 34
Calibrator Certificate _______________________________________________________________ 35

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Introduction
EPA Standards
The following manual will instruct you in the unpacking, assemblage, operation,
calibration, and usage of the corresponding Tisch Environmental product. For
information on air sampling principles, procedures and requirements and to ensure
compliance with government regulations please contact the local Environmental
Protection Agency Office serving your area or visit www.epa.gov.
Safety Precautions
Before using Tisch Environmental products, always be sure to review the
corresponding operations manuals and take all necessary safety precautions. Tisch
Environmental products are to be used only for the purposes specified by
operations manuals and by Tisch Environmental personnel. Tisch Environmental
cannot guarantee the safe usage of its instruments in procedures that do not adhere
to Tisch Environmental guidelines and standards. If you have concerns about the
safety of your product or questions about safe practices, contact Tisch
Environmental by phone or e-mail to speak with a representative.
Important Safety Instructions
Read and understand all instructions. Do not dispose of these instructions. Failure to
follow all instruction listed in this manual may result in electric shock, fire, and/or
personal injury. When using an electrical device, basic precautions must always be
followed, including the precautions listed in the safety section of this manual. Never
operate this unit in the presence of flammable materials or vapors are present as
electrical devices may produce arcs or sparks that can cause fire or explosions.
Always disconnect power supply before attempting to service or remove any
components. Never immerse electrical parts in water or any other liquid. Always
avoid body contact with grounded surfaces when plugging or unplugging this device
is wet or dangerous conditions.

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Electrical Installation
Installation must be carried out by specialized personal only, and must adhere to all
local safety rules. This unit can be used for different power supply versions; before
connecting this unit to the power line, always check if the voltage shown on the
serial number tag corresponds to the one on your power supply. This product does
use grounded plugs and wires. Grounding provides the path of least resistance for
electrical currents, thereby reducing the risk of electric shock to users. This system
is equipped with electrical cords with internal ground wires and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug
provided. If plug will not fit outlet, have the proper corresponding outlet installed by
a professional, qualified electrician.
Do Not Abuse Cords
In the event that any electrical component of this system needs to be transported,
DO NOT carry the unit by its power cord or unplug the unit by yanking the cord
from the outlet. Pull the plugs, not the cords, to reduce risk of damage to unit.
Keep all cords away from heat, oil, sharp objects, and moving parts.
Extension Cords
It is always advisable to use the shortest extension cord possible. Grounded units
require a three-wire extension cord. As the distance from the supply outlet
increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with
inadequately sized wires results in serious changes in voltage, resulting in a loss of
power and possible damage to equipment. It is recommended to only use 10-gauge
extension cords for this product. Never use cords that exceed one hundred feet.
Outdoor extension cords must be marked with the suffix “W-A” (or “W” in Canada)to
indicate that it is suitable for outdoor usage. Always ensure that extension cords are
properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace damaged extension
cords immediately, or seek repair from qualified electricians before further use.
Remember to protect extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp
or wet conditions.

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Product Description
Introduction
The High Volume Air Sampler (also known as a lead sampler) is the recommended
instrument for sampling large volumes of air for the collection of TSP (Total
Suspended Particulate). The physical design of the sampler is based on aerodynamic
principles that result in the collection of particles of 100 microns (Stokes Equivalent
Diameter) and less. The TE-5000-BL TSP sampler consists of a TE-5001 Anodized
Aluminum Shelter, TE-5001-10 Gabled Roof Assembly, TE-5005-BL Brushless
Blower Motor Assembly, TE-5003 8”x10” Stainless Steel Filter Holder, TE-5009
Continuous flow/pressure recorder, TE-106 Box of Charts, TE-5010 voltage
variator/elapsed time indicator, and TE-5007 Mechanical Timer.
Applications
Ambient air monitoring to determine suspended particulate levels relative to air
quality standards.
Impact of a specific source on ambient levels of suspended particulates by
incorporating a "wind-direction-activation" modification which permits the
sampler to operate only when conditions are such that a source-receptor
relationship exists.
Monitoring of enclosed environments for relatively high levels of particulate
matter, particularly toxic materials.
Monitoring of emissions from large diameter vents where physical conditions
preclude the use of conventional stack-testing equipment.
Calibration Requirements
TE-5000-BL TSP MFC High Volume Air Sampler should be calibrated:
Upon installation
After any motor maintenance
Once every quarter (three months)
After 360 sampling hours

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Calibration Kits
The TE-5028 is the latest calibration kit available for use with the TE-5000-BL TSP
High Volume Air Sampler.
The TE-5028 is the preferred method to calibrate the TE-5000-BL TSP High Volume
Air Sampler. It simulates change in the resistance by merely rotating the knob on the
top of the calibrator. The infinite resolution lets the technician select the desired
flow resistance. The TE-5028 calibration kit includes: carrying case, 30” slack tube
water manometer, adapter plate, 3’ piece of tubing, and TE-5028A orifice with flow
calibration certificate. Optional electronic manometer is available.
Each TE-5028A is individually calibrated on a primary standard positive
displacement device (Rootsmeter) which is directly traceable to NIST.
** It is recommended by the EPA that each calibrator should be re-calibrated
annually for accuracy and reliability.

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Parts
1. Shelter Box –46” x 20” x 23”, 72lbs
Sampler System
TE-5000BLX 110volt, 60hz
TE-5000BLX 220volt, 50hz
TE-5000BLXZ-220volt, 60hz
7-Day Mechanical Timer
TE-5007 110volt, 60hz
TE-5007X 220volt, 50hz
TE-5007XZ 220volt, 60hz
Continuous Flow Recorder
TE-5009 110volt, 60hz
TE-5009X 220volt, 50hz
TE-5009XZ 220volt, 60hz
Motor Voltage Control
TE-5010 110volt, 60hz
TE-5010X 220volt, 50hz
TE-5010XZ 220volt, 60hz
Blower Motor Assembly with
Tubing
TE-5005-BL 110volt
TE-5005X-BL 220volt

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8” x 10” TSP Stainless Steel
Filter Holder
TE-5003
Filter Holder Gasket
TE-5005-9
Envelope box of charts and manual
TE-106
2. Lid Box - 19" x 14" x 14" 9 lbs
Gabled Roof
TE-5001-10
*** Save the shipping containers and packing material for future use.

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Assembly
1. Open shelter box and remove Anodized Aluminum Shelter.
2. Enclosed in the 13" x 10" x 9" box on bottom of shelter is the TE-5005-BL Blower
Motor Assembly. Enclosed in the 13” x 10” x 9” box inside of shelter is the TE-
5003 Filter Holder with TE-5005-9 gasket. Remove from boxes.
3. Screw TE-5003 Filter Holder onto TE-5005-BL Blower Motor Assembly (tubing
and power cord to the right) make sure TE-5005-9 gasket is in place.
4. Lower Filter Holder and Blower Motor down through top support pan in shelter.
Connect tubing from pressure tap of blower motor to TE-5009 Flow Recorder.
5. Open lid box and remove 5001-10 Roof.

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Gabled Roof Assembly
The following steps are accompanied by pictures to aid your understanding of
gabled roof assembly. Please be aware that the pictures are standardized and
may not match the equipment that you are using. The gabled roof is used on
both TSP and PUF models, and the assembly procedure is the same for both
products.
Lid Hardware
5 pcs 10-24 x 1/2 pan head screws
5 pcs 10-24 stop nuts
1 pc 6-32 x 3/8 pan head screw
1 pc 6-32 hex nut
1 pc 20" chain with “S” hook
1 pc TE-5001-10-9 roof back
catch
1 pc TE-5001-10-10 front catch
1 pc TE-5001-10-11 rear lid hasp
Step 1
Secure TE-5001-10-10 front catch to the
shelter using 2 10-24 pan head screws
with stop nuts. *Do not tighten completely,
this may need to be adjusted after final
assembly*
Step 2
Secure TE-5001-10-9 roof back catch to
the back of shelter using #6-32 pan head
screw with stop nut.
Step 3
Secure TE-5001-10-11 rear lid hasp
inside the lid with the slot angled up
using (2) #10-24 pan head screws with
stop nuts. *Do not tighten completely, this
may need to be adjusted after final
assembly*

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Step 4
Remove (4) #10-24 x ½” pan head screws
from the rear of the shelter, attach the lid
to the shelter by placing the lid hinge
plates on the “OUTSIDE” of the shelter,
line the hinges up with the (4) threaded
holes in the back of the shelter. Use the
(4) #10-24X ½” pan head screws that
were removed preciously to attach the lid
hinges to the shelter. *Tighten
completely*
Step 5
Adjust the front and rears catch to be
sure that the lid slots lowers over it when
closing. Tighten the roof back hasp and
front catch completely.
Step 6
Attach the chain and “S” hook assembly to
the side of the shelter with a #6-32 x 3/8”
pan head screw.
Step 7
The Lid can now be secured in an open or
closed position with the “S” hook.
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Electrical Set-Up
The TE-5005-BL Blower Motor male cord set plugs into the TE-5010-BL Motor
Voltage Control Female cord set.
The male cord set of the Motor Voltage Control plugs into the TE-5007 7-Day
Mechanical Timer timed female cord set which is on the left side of timer.
The other female cord set on timer (on the right) is hot all the time and plugs into the TE-
5009 Continuous Flow Recorder male cord set.
The male cord set of timer plugs into the line voltage.

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Operations
Calibration Procedure
Visit, www-tisch-env.com, to download calibration worksheets. The
calibration worksheets allow the user to input the data and automatically
make the calculations. The manual calculation method is described in the
following sections for your reference, however, it is highly recommended to
download the calibration worksheets.
Proceed with the following steps to begin the calibration:
1. Disconnect the sampler motor from the variac (TE-5010) and connect the motor
to a stable AC power source.
2. Mount the top loading adapter plate (TE-5035) on top of filter holder and tighten
the hold down nuts securely to assure that no air leaks are present. Screw the
calibration orifice (make sure the TE-5028A is wide open by turning black knob
counter-clockwise) on to the top loading adapter plate. A sampling filter is
generally not used during this procedure.
3. Allow the sampler motor to warm up to its normal operating temperature.
4. Conduct a leak test by covering the holes on top of the orifice and pressure tap.
Listen for a high-pitched squealing sound made by escaping air. If this sound is
heard, a leak is present and the top loading adapter hold-down nuts need to be
re-tightened.
Avoid running the sampler for longer than 30 seconds at a time with the
orifice blocked. This will reduce the chance of the motor overheating. Also,
never try this leak test procedure with a manometer connected to the side tap on
the calibration orifice. Liquid from the manometer could be drawn into the
system and cause motor damage.
5. Connect one side of a water manometer or other type of flow measurement
device to the pressure tap on the side of the orifice with a rubber vacuum tube.
Leave the opposite side of the manometer open to the atmosphere.

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6. Record the manometer reading from the orifice and the continuous flow
recorder reading from the sampler (if pen on recorder is off of chart, turn knob
on calibrator to get pen on chart for a readable number). A manometer must be
held vertically to insure accurate readings (one side of the manometer goes up
and one goes down, add both sides this is your H2O (in) ). Tapping the backside
of the continuous flow recorder will help to center the pen and give accurate
readings. Repeat this procedure by turning the orifice (TE-5028A) knob a little
bit (this will cause more resistance) and taking the manometer and continuous
flow recorder readings. Do this until you have 5 sets of readings. Sometimes it is
wise to take a few extra readings in case there is a problem with some of the
them. If you are using a fixed orifice (TE-5025A), five flow rates are achieved in
this step by changing the different plates to change the resistance.
7. Record the ambient air temperature, the ambient barometric pressure, the
sampler serial number, the orifice s/n, the orifice Qstandard slope and intercept
with date last certified, todays date, site location and the operators initials.
8. Disconnect the sampler motor from its power source and remove the orifice and
top loading adapter plate. Re-connect the sampler motor to the variac (TE-
5010).
An example of a Lead (or TSP) Sampler Calibration Data Sheet has been attached
with data filled in from a typical calibration. This includes the transfer standard
orifice calibration relationship which was taken from the Orifice Calibration
Worksheet that accompanies the calibrator orifice. Since this calibration is for a TSP
sampler, the slope and intercept for this orifice uses standard flows rather than
actual flows and is taken from the Qstandard section of the Orifice Calibration
Worksheet. The Qactual flows are used when calibrating a PM-10 sampler.
The five orifice manometer readings taken during the calibration have been
recorded in the column on the data worksheet titled H2O (in). The five continuous
flow recorder readings taken during the calibration have been recorded under the
column titled I chart.
The orifice manometer readings need to be converted to the standard air flows they
represent using the following equation:
Qstd = 1/m[(Sqrt((H2O)(Pa/760)(298/Ta)))-b]

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where:
Qstd = actual flow rate as indicated by the calibration orifice, m3/min
H2O = orifice manometer reading during calibration, in. H2O
Ta = ambient temperature during calibration, K ( K = 273 + C)
298 = standard temperature, a constant that never changes, K
Pa = ambient barometric pressure during calibration, mm Hg
760 = standard barometric pressure, a constant that never changes, mm Hg
m = Qstandard slope of orifice calibration relationship
b = Qstandard intercept of orifice calibration relationship
Once these standard flow rates have been determined for each of the five run points,
they are recorded in the column titled Qstd, and are represented in cubic meters per
minute.
The continuous flow recorder readings taken during the calibration need to be
corrected to the current meteorological conditions using the following equation:
IC = I[Sqrt((Pa/760)(298/Ta))]
where:
IC = continuous flow recorder readings corrected to current Ta and Pa
I = continuous flow recorder readings during calibration
Pa = ambient barometric pressure during calibration, mm Hg.
760 = standard barometric pressure, a constant that never changes, mm Hg
Ta = ambient temperature during calibration, K ( K = 273 + C)
298 = standard temperature, a constant that never changes, K
After each of the continuous flow recorder readings have been corrected, they are
recorded in the column titled IC corrected.
Using Qstd and IC as the x and y axis respectively, a slope, intercept, and correlation
coefficient can be calculated using the least squares regression method. The
correlation coefficient should never be less than 0.990 after a five point calibration.
A coefficient below .990 indicates a calibration that is not linear and the calibration
should be performed again. If this occurs, it is most likely the result of an air leak
during the calibration.
The equations for determining the slope (m) and intercept (b) are as follows:

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m =
 
( x)( y)
xy -n
x ; b = y - mx
x- n
2
2
 



where:
n = number of observations
y = y/n; x = x/n
= sum of
The equation for the coefficient of correlation (r) is as follows:
r =
   
( x)( y)
xy - n
x-x
ny-y
n
22
 
























2 2
where:
n = number of observations
= sum of
The acceptable operating flow range of a TSP sampler is 1.1 to 1.7 m3/min (39 to 60
CFM). Looking at the worksheet column Qstd, the flow rates that are within this
range can be identified along with the chart reading that represents them. For
instance if you wanted to set this sampler at 1.451 m3/min (51.24 CFM) (Make sure
the variac (TE-5010) is plugged in and a filter is in place) you would turn the shaft
lock on the variac (TE-5010) until the continuous flow recorder read 57 on the
chart. By making sure that the sampler is operating at a chart reading that is within
the acceptable range, it can be assumed that valid TSP data is being collected.

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Example Problems
The following example problems use data from the attached calibration worksheet.
After all the sampling site information, calibrator information, and meteorological
information have been recorded on the worksheet, standard air flows need to be
determined from the orifice manometer readings taken during the calibration using
the following equation:
1. Qstd = 1/m[(Sqrt((H2O)(Pa/760)(298/Ta)))-b]
where:
Qstd = actual flow rate as indicated by the calibration orifice, m3/min
H2O = orifice manometer reading during calibration, in. H2O
Ta = ambient temperature during calibration, K ( K = 273 + C)
298 = standard temperature, a constant that never changes, K
Pa = ambient barometric pressure during calibration, mm Hg
760 = standard barometric pressure, a constant that never changes, mm Hg
m = Qstandard slope of orifice calibration relationship
b = Qstandard intercept of orifice calibration relationship.
Note that the ambient temperature is needed in degrees Kelvin to satisfy the Qstd
equation. Also, the barometric pressure needs to be reported in millimeters of
mercury and it has to be at the site pressure.
The following conversions may be needed:
2. degrees Kelvin = [5/9 (degrees Fahrenheit - 32)] + 273 or
degrees Kelvin = degrees Celcius + 273
3. millimeters of mercury = inches of Hg * 25.4
Inserting the numbers from the calibration worksheet run point number one we get:
4. Qstd = 1/1.47574[(Sqrt((7.25)(749.3/760)(298/293.2))) - (-.00613)]
5. Qstd = .6776261[(Sqrt((7.25)(.985921)(1.016371))) + .00613]
6. Qstd = .6776261[(Sqrt(7.2649459)) + .00613]
7. Qstd = .6776261[2.6953563 + .00613]