TSI Incorporated DUSTTRAK DRX 8533 Operation manual

DUSTTRAK™ DRX
AEROSOL MONITOR
MODEL 8533/8534/8533EP
OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
P/N 6001898, REVISION L
DECEMBER 2014
DustTrak DRX 8533 Desktop and 8534 Handheld
DustTrak DRX 8533EP Monitor

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TSI Incorporated / 2008–2014 / All rights reserved.
Address
TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA
Fax No.
[phone]
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY (effective April 2014)
(For country-specific terms and conditions outside of the USA, please visit www.tsi.com.)
Seller warrants the goods, excluding software sold hereunder, under normal use and
service as described in the operator's manual, shall be free from defects in workmanship
and material for twenty-four (24) months, or if less, the length of time specified in the
operator's manual, from the date of shipment to the customer. This warranty period is
inclusive of any statutory warranty. This limited warranty is subject to the following
exclusions and exceptions:
a. Hot-wire or hot-film sensors used with research anemometers, and certain other
components when indicated in specifications, are warranted for 90 days from the
date of shipment;
b. DustTrak internal pump for Models 8530 and 8533 is warranted for two (2) years or
4000 hours, whichever comes first;
c. DustTrak external pump for Models 8530EP and 8533EP is warranted for two (2)
years or 8760 hours, whichever comes first;
d. DustTrak internal pump for Models 8530 and 8533 is warranted for operation within
ambient temperatures between 5–45°C. Warranty is void when the internal pump is
operating outside of this temperature range;
e. Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services are warranted to be free from
defects in workmanship and material, under normal use, for 90 days from the date of
shipment;
f. Seller does not provide any warranty on finished goods manufactured by others or on
any fuses, batteries or other consumable materials. Only the original manufacturer's
warranty applies;
g. This warranty does not cover calibration requirements, and seller warrants only that
the instrument or product is properly calibrated at the time of its manufacture.
Instruments returned for calibration are not covered by this warranty;
h. This warranty is VOID if the instrument is opened by anyone other than a factory
authorized service center with the one exception where requirements set forth in the
manual allow an operator to replace consumables or perform recommended
cleaning;
i. This warranty is VOID if the product has been misused, neglected, subjected to
accidental or intentional damage, or is not properly installed, maintained, or cleaned
according to the requirements of the manual. Unless specifically authorized in a
separate writing by Seller, Seller makes no warranty with respect to, and shall have
no liability in connection with, goods which are incorporated into other products or
equipment, or which are modified by any person other than Seller.
The foregoing is IN LIEU OF all other warranties and is subject to the LIMITATIONS
stated herein. NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR
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DISCOUNTED FOR REASONABLE WEAR AND TEAR OR AT SELLER’S OPTION
REPLACEMENT OF THE GOODS WITH NON-INFRINGING GOODS.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE USER OR
BUYER, AND THE LIMIT OF SELLER'S LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES,

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INJURIES, OR DAMAGES CONCERNING THE GOODS (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED
ON CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE) SHALL
BE THE RETURN OF GOODS TO SELLER AND THE REFUND OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE, OR, AT THE OPTION OF SELLER, THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE
GOODS. IN THE CASE OF SOFTWARE, SELLER WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE
DEFECTIVE SOFTWARE OR IF UNABLE TO DO SO, WILL REFUND THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE SOFTWARE. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR LOST
PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. SELLER SHALL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLATION, DISMANTLING OR REINSTALLATION COSTS
OR CHARGES. No Action, regardless of form, may be brought against Seller more than
12 months after a cause of action has accrued. The goods returned under warranty to
Seller's factory shall be at Buyer's risk of loss, and will be returned, if at all, at Seller's risk
of loss.
Buyer and all users are deemed to have accepted this LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND
LIABILITY, which contains the complete and exclusive limited warranty of Seller. This
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY may not be amended, modified or its terms
waived, except by writing signed by an Officer of Seller.
Service Policy
Knowing that inoperative or defective instruments are as detrimental to TSI as they are
to our customers, our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any
problems. If any malfunction is discovered, please contact your nearest sales office or
representative, or call TSI's Customer Service department at [phone] (USA) or
(001 651) 490-2811 (International) or visit www.tsi.com.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................................... V
Laser Safety.................................................................................................v
Labels .........................................................................................................vi
Description of Caution/Warning Symbols................................................... vii
Caution ............................................................................................... vii
Warning .............................................................................................. vii
Caution and Warning Symbols................................................................... vii
Reusing and Recycling .............................................................................. vii
CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ........................1
Unpacking the DustTrak DRX Aerosol Monitor.............................................1
Optional Accessories............................................................................6
Parts Identification for the DustTrak DRX Desktop Aerosol Monitor
Model 8533...............................................................................................7
Parts Identification for the DustTrak II Desktop Aerosol Monitor
Model 8533EP..........................................................................................8
External Pump Module (8533EP only).........................................................8
Parts Identification for the DustTrak DRX Handheld Aerosol Monitor
Model 8534...............................................................................................9
CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP..........................................................................11
Supplying Power to the DustTrak DRX Aerosol Monitor ............................11
Installing the Batteries in 8533/8533EP Desktop................................11
Installing the Batteries in 8534 Handheld............................................11
Connecting the External Pump to DustTrak Model 8533EP ...............12
Using the AC Adapter to Run Instrument............................................14
Battery Charging.................................................................................14
Inlet Cap..............................................................................................14
Instrument Setup........................................................................................15
Connecting to the Computer...............................................................15
Installing TrakPro™Data Analysis Software.......................................15
Connecting Analog/Alarm Output........................................................16
Wiring the Analog Output...........................................................................16
Wiring the Alarm.........................................................................................17
CHAPTER 3 OPERATION..........................................................................19
Getting Started...........................................................................................19
For Model DustTrak 8533EP only..............................................................19
Setup Menu................................................................................................22
Zero Cal..............................................................................................23
Flow Cal..............................................................................................24
User Cal..............................................................................................25
Alarm ..................................................................................................31
Analog.................................................................................................34
Settings...............................................................................................35
Run Mode ...........................................................................................37
Survey Mode.......................................................................................38
Manual Mode......................................................................................39
Log Mode (1–5)...................................................................................40

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Taking Mass Concentration Measurements...............................................41
Screen Regions..................................................................................42
Stats ...................................................................................................43
Graphing.............................................................................................45
Viewing Data..............................................................................................47
Title Bar .....................................................................................................48
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE.....................................................................49
Maintenance Schedule ..............................................................................49
Zeroing Instrument.....................................................................................50
Cleaning the Inlet.......................................................................................50
Cleaning 2.5 µm Calibration Impactor........................................................51
Replacing the Internal Filters.....................................................................52
Replacing the Filters in the External Pump Module ...................................55
Storage Precautions ..................................................................................56
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................57
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................63
APPENDIX B DRX ADVANCED CALIBRATION......................................65
Option 1: Serial Gravimetric Calibration.....................................................65
Step 1: PCF Calibration......................................................................65
Step 2: SCF Calibration......................................................................65
Option 2: Parallel Gravimetric Calibration..................................................66
APPENDIX C ZERO MODULE..................................................................69
INDEX ...........................................................................................................71
These Application Notes can also be found on TSI’s web site:
http://www.tsi.com
EXPMN-002 DustTrak DRX Theory of Operation.pdf
EXPMN-004 DRX-TEOM Comparison.pdf
EXPMN-005 DustTrak DRX Standard and Advance Calibration.pdf

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Safety Information
I M P O R T A N T
There are no user serviceable parts inside the instrument. Refer all repair
and maintenance to a qualified factory-authorized technician. All
maintenance and repair information in this manual is included for use by a
qualified factory-authorized technician.
Laser Safety
The Model 8533/8534 DustTrak DRX monitor is a Class I laser- based
instrument
During normal operation, you will not be exposed to laser radiation
Precaution should be taken to avoid exposure to hazardous radiation in
the form of intense, focused, visible light
Exposure to this light may cause blindness
Take these precautions:
DO NOT remove any parts from the DustTrak DRX monitor unless you
are specifically told to do so in this manual
DO NOT remove the housing or covers. There are no serviceable
components inside the housing
W A R N I N G
The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other
than those specified in this manual may result in exposure
to hazardous optical radiation.
W A R N I N G
There are no user-serviceable parts inside this
instrument. The instrument should only be opened by TSI
or a TSI approved service technician.
W A R N I N G
If the DustTrak monitor is used in a manner not specified
by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
When operated according to the manufacturer’s instruction, this device is a
Class I laser product as defined by U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services standards under the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of
1968. A certification and identification label like the one shown below is
affixed to each instrument.

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Labels
Advisory labels and identification labels are attached to the instrument.
1. Serial Number Label
(bottom)
2. Laser Radiation Label
(internal)
DANGER!
VISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN
OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE
TO BEAM
WARNING: NO USER SERVICABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
3. Battery label
or
4. European symbol for non-
disposable item. Item must
be recycled.

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Description of Caution/Warning Symbols
Appropriate caution/warning statements are used throughout the manual and
on the instrument that require you to take cautionary measures when working
with the instrument.
Caution
C a u t i o n
Failure to follow the procedures prescribed in this
manual might result in irreparable equipment damage.
Important information about the operation and
maintenance of this instrument is included in this
manual.
Warning
W A R N I N G
Warning means that unsafe use of the instrument could
result in serious injury to you or cause damage to the
instrument. Follow the procedures prescribed.
Caution and Warning Symbols
The following symbols may accompany cautions and warnings to indicate the
nature and consequences of hazards:
Warns that the instrument contains a laser and that
important information about its safe operation and
maintenance is included in the manual.
Warns that the instrument is susceptible to electro-static
discharge (ESD) and ESD protection should be followed
to avoid damage.
Indicates the connector is connected to earth ground and
cabinet ground.
Reusing and Recycling
As part of TSI Incorporated’s effort to have a minimal
negative impact on the communities in which its products
are manufactured and used:
Do not dispose of used batteries in the trash.
Follow local environmental requirements for
battery recycling.
If instrument becomes obsolete, return to TSI for
disassembly and recycling.

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Chapter 1
Unpacking and Parts Identification
Carefully unpack the Model 8533/34 DustTrak DRX Aerosol Monitor from the
shipping container. Use the tables and illustrations below to make certain that
there are no missing components. Contact TSI immediately if anything is
missing or damaged.
Unpacking the DustTrak DRX Aerosol Monitor
Compare all the components you received with those listed in the table
below. If any parts are missing, contact TSI.
Item
Qty
Part
Number
Description
or
1
8533
8534
Desktop DRX
Handheld DRX
1
801670
801669
Desktop DRX
Carrying Case
Handheld DRX
Carrying Case
1
1090014
Data Analysis
Software CD-
ROM

Chapter 1
2
Item
Qty
Part
Number
Description
1
800663
Zero Filter
or
1
801680
801681
6600 mAH
Lithium Ion
Rechargeable
Battery (Desktop)
Rechargeable
lithium ion battery
(Handheld)
1
1303740
USB cable
1
801652
Analog/alarm
output cable
(Desktop models
only)
1
6001898
Operation and
Service Manual
1
N/A
Calibration
Certificate

Unpacking and Parts Identification
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Item
Qty
Part
Number
Description
1
801688
Conductive
Tubing
1
801668
Filter removal tool
(Spanner Driver)
4
2
1
801673
Spare Internal
Filter Elements
Desktop Model
Only
37-mm filter
includes:
Filter body top
Filter body bottom
Mesh Screen
Comes with
37-mm cartridge
opening tool.
8
801666
Spare Internal
Filters
Handheld Model
Only
1
801671
Calibration
Impactor Kit
PM2.5 which
includes:
Impactor top
Impactor bottom
Impaction plate

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Item
Qty
Part
Number
Description
1
801692
801694
Power Supply –
Desktop
Power Supply -
Handheld
2
N/A
Stylus
When shipped,
one stylus will be
in the accessory
bag, the second
stylus is attached
to instrument.
1
3012094
Screwdriver, dual
ended. (For
Handheld Models
only)
1
801674
Impactor Oil
2
801698
Inlet cap
When shipped,
one inlet will be in
the accessory
bag, the second
inlet is attached to
instrument.
1
801675
External Pump Kit
for 8533EP only

Unpacking and Parts Identification
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Item
Qty
Part
Number
Description
1
801797
External Pump
Power Cable (to
DustTrak monitor)
for 8533EP only
1
801798
External Pump
Flow Tube (to
DustTrak monitor)
for 8533EP only
1
Exhaust Adapter,
DustTrak monitor
for 8533EP only

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Optional Accessories
The following photos and table list optional accessories. If you ordered
optional accessories, make certain they have been received and are in
working order.
Accessories
Qty
Part
Number
Description
1
801675
External Pump Kit
for 8533EP only
2
801795
DustTrak II/DRX
External Pump
Service Kit for
8533EP only.
Contains two
filters for External
Pump.
1
801685
Battery Charger,
2-Bay, Battery
801680 for
Desktop DustTrak
monitor
1
801686
Battery Charger,
Battery 801681
for Handheld
DustTrak monitor

Unpacking and Parts Identification
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Parts Identification for the DustTrakDRX Desktop
Aerosol Monitor Model 8533
Figure 1-1: Features on Desktop Model
Touchscreen
On/Off
Inlet
Stylus
Power Analog/Alarm
Output
USB Host
USB Device
Ethernet
Filter Access
Zero Module
Connector Battery Access

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Parts Identification for the DustTrakII Desktop
Aerosol Monitor Model 8533EP
External Pump Module (8533EP only)
Figure 1-2: Features on Desktop Model 8533EP
Exhaust Adapter External Pump
External Pump
Power Connection External Pump
Flow Tubing
Pump Suction End
Pump Exhaust End
Pump Power Connection
User Replaceable HEPA Filters
Pump

Unpacking and Parts Identification
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Parts Identification for the DustTrakDRX Handheld
Aerosol Monitor Model 8534
Figure 1-3: Features on Handheld Model
On/Off
Inlet
Stylus
Touchscreen
Port Cover
Power
USB Device
USB Host
Filter Access
Battery Access
(Screw Lockdown)

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