TSI Instruments AEROTRAK 9306 User manual

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AeroTrak®
Handheld Airborne
Particle Counter
Model 9306
Operation Manual
P/N 6004215, Revision M
September 2022

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AeroTrak®
Handheld Airborne
Particle Counter
Model 9306
Operation Manual
SHIP TO/MAIL TO:
TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview, MN 55126-3996
USA
U.S.
Technical Support:
[phone]/[phone]
Fax:
[phone]
E-mail address:
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Fax:
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Manual History
The following is a manual history of the AeroTrak®Handheld Airborne
Particle Counter, Model 9306 Operation Manual (P/N 6004215).
Revision
Date
Revision
Date
A
July 2010
G
January 2014
B
September 2010
H
February 2016
C
February 2011
J
August 2016
D
March 2012
K
March 2018
E
November 2012
L
December 2019
F
October 2013
M
September 2022

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Warranty
Part Number
6004215 / Revision M / September 2022
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TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA
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f. This warranty is VOID if the instrument is opened by anyone other than a factory authorized
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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.

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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
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Contents
Manual History............................................................................................ii
Warranty.....................................................................................................iii
Safety Information....................................................................................vii
Laser Safety......................................................................................... vii
Labels...................................................................................................viii
Description of Caution/Warning Symbols .............................................ix
Caution...............................................................................................ix
Warning..............................................................................................ix
Caution or Warning Symbols.............................................................ix
Getting Help...........................................................................................x
CHAPTER 1 Introduction and Unpacking.............................................1-1
Unpacking the AeroTrak®Handheld Airborne Particle Counter..........1-2
Optional Accessories.......................................................................1-4
CHAPTER 2 Getting Started...................................................................2-1
Instrument Description........................................................................2-1
Using the Instrument Stand and Stylus...............................................2-2
Providing Power..................................................................................2-3
To Install the Lithium-Ion Battery.....................................................2-3
To Use AC Power............................................................................2-4
Using with a Printer.............................................................................2-4
Installing an Isokinetic Inlet.................................................................2-5
Installing a Temperature/Relative Humidity Probe .............................2-5
CHAPTER 3 Operation............................................................................3-1
Screen Layout and Functionality.........................................................3-2
Software Input Panel (Keyboard or Keypad)...................................3-2
Main Tab..........................................................................................3-3
Zoomed Data Screen ...................................................................3-7
Setup Tab ........................................................................................3-8
Zone Setup Screen.......................................................................3-9
Recipes Setup Screen................................................................3-14
System Setup Screen.................................................................3-19
Change Power On Password Screen.........................................3-19
Change Setup Password Screen ...............................................3-21
Configuration Screen..................................................................3-22
Print Setup Screen .....................................................................3-23
Print Schedule Screen................................................................3-24
Clear Samples Screen................................................................3-25
Information Screen.....................................................................3-25
Device Setup Screen..................................................................3-26
Date and Time Screen................................................................3-26
Display Screen ...........................................................................3-27
Communications Screen ............................................................3-28

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Regional Screen.........................................................................3-29
Environment Screen...................................................................3-30
Data Tab........................................................................................3-30
Export Data Screen....................................................................3-32
Print Data....................................................................................3-35
Reports Tab...................................................................................3-37
Exclude Samples Form ..............................................................3-40
Data Integrity Mode .......................................................................3-41
CHAPTER 4 Data Handling.....................................................................4-1
USB Data Download...........................................................................4-1
USB Computer Communication..........................................................4-1
Installing Software...............................................................................4-2
Ethernet Communications...................................................................4-2
CHAPTER 5 Maintenance .......................................................................5-1
Maintenance Schedule........................................................................5-1
Zero Check..........................................................................................5-1
Cleaning the Instrument Enclosure.....................................................5-1
CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting.................................................................6-1
CHAPTER 7 Contacting Customer Service...........................................7-1
Technical Contacts..............................................................................7-1
International Contacts......................................................................7-1
Service..........................................................................................7-1
Technical Support.........................................................................7-2
Returning the AeroTrak®Handheld Airborne Particle Counter
for Service........................................................................................7-3
APPENDIX A Specifications..................................................................A-1
Temperature/RH Probe (700084) Specifications
(optional accessory)........................................................................A-2
Compliance ........................................................................................A-3
Dimensional Diagram.........................................................................A-3

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Safety Information
This section gives instructions to promote safe and proper handling of the
AeroTrak®Handheld Airborne Particle Counters.
I M P O R T A N T N O T I C E
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 9306 Handheld Airborne Particle Counter 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 particle counter unless you are
specifically told to do so in this manual.
•DO NOT remove the housing or covers. There are no user-
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.

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Labels
Advisory labels and identification labels are attached to the outside
of the particle counter housing and to the optics housing on the
inside of the instrument.
1. Serial number label
(back panel)
2. Laser radiation label
(internal)
3. Calibration Label
(side panel)
4. Laser radiation symbol
label (internal)
5. European symbol for non-
disposable item. Item
must be recycled.

Safety Information ix
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 or Warning Symbols
The following symbols may accompany cautions and warnings to indicate
the nature and consequences of hazards:
Warns that uninsulated voltage within the instrument may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make contact with any part
inside the instrument.
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
dissipation (ESD) and ESD protection procedures should be
followed to avoid damage.
Indicates the connector is connected to earth ground and
cabinet ground.

xAeroTrak®Handheld Airborne Particle Counter
Getting Help
To obtain assistance with this product or to submit suggestions, please
contact Customer Service:
TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview, MN 55126 U.S.A.
Fax: [phone] (USA)
Fax: [phone] (International)
Telephone: [phone] (USA) or [phone]
International: 001 651 490 2811
E-mail Address: [e-mail]
Web site: www.tsi.com

1-1
C H A P T E R 1
Introduction and
Unpacking
The AeroTrak®Model 9306 Airborne Particle Counter (particle counter) is
a lightweight, handheld particle counter with a touch-screen interface. It
operates on the included lithium-ion battery or AC power.
This device has a 0.1 CFM (2.83 L/min) flow rate and counts bin sizes
from 0.3 to 25 µm that depend on the model ordered (see table below).
Up to 10,000 data sets can be downloaded for analysis and reporting
using the TrakPro™ Lite Secure Data Download Software included with
the device.
Model
Size Range
9306-03
0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0 μm
9306-04
0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 3.0, 5.0, 10.0 μm
9306-V2
0.3 to 10 μm, user-selectable; factory-calibrated at 0.3, 0.5,
1.0, 3.0, 5.0, 10.0 μm
Typical applications for this particle counter include clean room
monitoring, research, exposure assessment, indoor air quality, filter
testing, clearance testing, quality assurance, and contaminant migration
studies. All AeroTrak®particle counters meet JIS standards.
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Unpacking the AeroTrak®Handheld
Airborne Particle Counter
Carefully unpack the AeroTrak®Airborne Particle Counter from the
shipping container and verify that all the items shown in the photos below
and listed in the following tables are present. Contact TSI®immediately if
items are missing or broken.
Model 9306 AeroTrak®Airborne Particle Counter Parts List
Qty.
Item Description
Part/Model
Reference Picture
1
AeroTrak®Airborne
Particle Counter
9306-03
9306-04
9306-V2
1
Power Supply with
universal plugs
801694
1
Isokinetic inlet
700003 AL
1
Battery pack
700032
1
Computer cable
(2 m), USB A to B
700033
1
Stylus
N/A
1
HEPA zero filter
assembly
700005
1
TrakPro™Lite
Secure Software
CD for 21 CFR Part
11 compliant data
downloading
(includes manuals)
7001901 (CD)
Available on TSI®website:
tsi.com/software/.

Introduction and Unpacking 1-3
Qty.
Item Description
Part/Model
Reference Picture
1
Operation Manual
6004215
Available on TSI®website:
tsi.com.
1
Quick Start Guide
6004216
1
Calibration
certificate
N/A

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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.
Model 9306 AeroTrak®Airborne Particle Counter Optional Accessories
Item Description
Part/Model
Reference Picture
External battery charger with
AC adapter and power cord
700025
External Printer
700085
Carry case
700083
Temperature/humidity probe
700084
Stainless Steel Isokinetic inlet
700004
Isokinetic probe (used
with tubing)
700001 AL
700002 SS
0.1 cfm Barb Inlet Fitting
700020
Tubing, Superthane 1/8-inch
ID x 1/4-inch OD, Clear
100 ft.
700009

2-1
C H A P T E R 2
Getting Started
This chapter provides information to help you use the Model 9306
AeroTrak®Handheld Airborne Particle Counter including:
•Instrument Description
•Using the Instrument Stand and Stylus
•Providing Power
•Installing an Isokinetic Inlet
•Installing a Temperature/Relative Humidity Probe
Instrument Description
The Model 9306 has many features to make measurements convenient.
They are described in detail below.
Isokinetic
Inlet
Touch-Screen
USB Host and
Device Ports
Stand
Power Button
Start Sample
Stylus
Power Entry
Ethernet Port

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Using the Instrument Stand and Stylus
The Model 9306 is
equipped with an
integral instrument
support stand. To
open the stand, grasp
it by the large finger
hole and pull it out
until it locks into place.
Be careful not to
overextend the stand.
To store the stand out
of the way when not in
use, simply push the
stand back until it
snaps into place.
The Model 9306 is
also equipped with a
plastic stylus for use
with the touch screen
interface. The stylus
locks into place in the
case near the top of
the unit when not
in use.

Getting Started 2-3
Providing Power
The Model 9306 may be powered using a rechargeable lithium-ion
battery, or through an AC power cord.
N O T ICES
•When using AC power, the battery (if installed) charges when the
instrument is on, but not while actively sampling.
•When charging in “Standby Mode,” the instrument will shut down
once fully charged.
•Removing/changing the lithium-ion battery or disconnecting AC
power does not cause loss of data.
To Install the Lithium-Ion Battery
1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the instrument by lightly
depressing the textured tab on the cover located on the lower left.
2. Place the lithium-ion battery into the battery compartment and slide it
forward (toward the top of the unit) until it locks into place.
3. Replace the battery cover and slide it in place until you hear a click.
W A R N I N G S
The battery supplied by TSI®(P/N 700032) has built in protection
against explosion and fire hazard. DO NOT use a substitute.
DO NOT use non-rechargeable batteries in this instrument. Fire,
explosions, injury or other hazards may result.

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To Use AC Power
1. Connect the AC power adapter to the power cord.
2. Insert the AC power adapter into the side of the Model 9306.
3. Connect the power cord to an outlet.
4. Press the on/off button (located on the front of the instrument
handle).
5. After a splash screen displays the TSI®logo, a brief start-up
sequence begins as the Windows®CE operating system boots up.
Using with a Printer
A hard copy of a sample
set can be printed from
the instrument using the
optional TSI®Model
700085 thermal printer
(see Chapter 3,
“Operation”). Only the
TSI®Model 700085
printer is compatible with
the Model 9306. The
printer may be used on
its internal battery or an
AC adapter. A custom
communications cable is
included with the printer.
The cable goes between
the USB A port and the
9-pin DSUB on the printer.