TSI Instruments PANDA PAN200 Series Operation manual

ENERGY AND
COMFORT
Ventilation Testing
Positive and Negative Duct
Accreditation (PANDA) System
Model PAN200 Series
Operation and Service Manual
ENERGY AND COMFORT
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TSI PAN221 PANDA HVAC Air Duct Accreditation System 220 - 240 Volts
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ............. 1
CHAPTER 2 PREPARING PAN200 SYSTEM FOR
AIR DUCT LEAK TESTING ................................................................ 5
CHAPTER 3 PERFORMING A DUCT LEAKAGE TEST ................ 11
Measuring Duct Static Pressure ................................................... 11
Measuring Duct Leakage Flow ..................................................... 12
Turning on the PAN200 Duct Leakage Tester.............................. 12
Using Leakage Test Application in the Model 9565-P .................. 13
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................. 16
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 17
APPENDIX B LEAKAGE TESTING STANDARDS HIGHLIGHTS ... 21
Standards Supported .................................................................... 21
EU Standards ............................................................................... 22
US Standards ............................................................................... 25
APPENDIX C TYPICAL SETUP....................................................... 29
APPENDIX D PROCEDURE FOR USING SMOKE PELLETS
IN LEAKAGE TESTERS ................................................................... 31
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Chapter 1
Unpacking and Parts Identification
Carefully unpack the PANDA system and instrument cases from the
shipping container. Check the individual parts against the list of
components below. If anything is missing or damaged, notify TSI
immediately.
The PANDA system consists of the following:
Qty
Description
Part Number
Reference Picture
1
Low flow nozzle
6002598
1
Primary duct adapter
spigot plus rubber bung
(to fit to test duct)
6002638
1
Cam lock primary spigot
(to connect flexi-duct to
PANDA)
6002607
2
Ø4-in. (100-mm)
adjustable over lock
straps
6002683
1
13-ft (4-m) long
Ø4-in. (100-mm) plastic
flexible duct
6002667
2
20-in. (500-mm) silicone
tubes (red)
AFL9020004
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Qty
Description
Part Number
Reference Picture
2
20-in. (500-mm) silicone
tubes (blue)
AFL9020005
1
16-ft (5-m) silicone tube
(blue)
AFL9020005
1
Smoke cap holder
assembly
AFL71549801
1
Smoke pellets
AFL9004167
1
K-type thermocouple
probe
AFL82859201
3
Instrument adapter
AFL82859401
1
Operation and User’s
manual
6005007
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The following two instruments should be used in conjunction with the
PANDA unit:
9565-P Multi-function
Instrument
Refer to Operation and Service
Manual (TSI P/N 6004851) supplied
with the instrument for additional
parts supplied as standard.
5825
Micromanometer
Refer to Operation and Service
Manual (TSI P/N 1980568) supplied
with the instrument for additional
parts supplied as standard.
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Chapter 2
Preparing PAN200 System for Air Duct Leak
Testing
The following procedure should be followed carefully so that safe and
accurate leakage testing can be achieved:
Successfully completing a duct leakage test requires certain
information be compiled prior to starting the test. Refer to
Appendix B for a discussion of standards relating to duct
leakage testing. The list below indicates the information
required:
 Type of leakage test to be performed (Positive or
negative).
 Leakage standard to be followed.
 Air tightness/leakage class to be achieved
 Amount of ductwork to be tested, such as the complete
system or a statistical sample.
1. Select the section of the ductwork to be tested.
2. Calculate the surface area of the ductwork of the section to
be tested.
3. Temporarily seal the all openings of the ductwork except one,
which will be connected to the PAN200 duct leakage tester.
4. Position the PAN200 unit as close to the remaining opening in the
ductwork as possible to minimize the flexible tubing needed.
Minimize bends in the flexible tubing to reduce the pressure loss,
giving the best performance.
5. Make sure the Fan Control Switch on the Fan Speed Controller is
in the OFF position and the multi-turn Fan Speed Control
potentiometer is fully turned counter-clockwise using the pictures
of the VFD in Figure 1 as a reference. Plug the cord into the
PANDA unit as shown in Figure 2 and Figure 3. Then connect
the other end of the cord to a suitable electrical supply.
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CAUTION: Remove the power cord from the PANDA duct
leakage tester before tilting it to the vertical
position to avoid damaging the cord.
110 V
230 V
Figure 1. 110V and 230V Fan Speed Controllers
Note: The control pad on the Fan Speed Controller has been
disabled.
Figure 2. Receptacle for
Power Cord
Figure 3. Connected Power Cord
Fan Speed
Control
Fan Control
Switch
On/Off
Switch
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6. Fit the primary duct adapter
spigot (black sheet metal with
rubber bung) to one end of the
4-in. (100-mm) diameter flexi-
tube. Make an air-tight seal
using one of the over lock
straps and lever-locking cam
provided as shown in Figure 4.
Adjust the fit of the over lock
strap with a screwdriver.
7. Securely attach the black
primary duct adapter
spigot/flexi-tube assembly to
the opening on the ductwork to
be pressure tested.
Figure 4. Flex Ductwork
Connected to Primary Adapter
Spigot. Bung not shown.
8. If the static pressure tap on the
black Primary Duct Adapter is
open to the duct, connect the
16-ft (5-m) long blue silicone
tube to it as shown in Figure 5.
If the static pressure tap on the
black Primary Duct Adapter is
not open to the duct, drill a
4-mm hole in the duct and
insert about 6 inches (10 mm)
of the silicone tube into the
duct. Seal around the hole with
putty.
9. Connect the other end of the
4-in. (100-mm) flexi-tube to
Figure 5. Connecting Pressure
Tubing to Tap on Primary Duct
Adapter. Bung not shown.
the cam lock connector (grey cast aluminum without nozzle).
Make an airtight seal using the other over lock strap and lever-
locking cam provided. Adjust the fit of the over lock strap with a
screwdriver.
10. Determine if you are going to perform a high- or low-flow testing
and positive or negative testing. Set-up the duct leakage tester by:
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a. For positive pressure,
high-flow testing,
remove the low flow
nozzle if it is installed.
Then, connect the grey
cast-aluminum cam
lock connector to the
outlet side of the
blower per Figure 6.
Close both cam lock
arms at the same time
to ensure proper fit.
Connect the free end of
the 16-ft (5-m) silicone
Figure 6. Positive Pressure,
High-Flow Set-Up
tube to the pressure tap marked DUCT PRESSURE P3 (+) on
the black square box.
Finally, verify that the FLOW GRID MODE pressure taps on
the inlet tubes are connected to the FLOW GRID pressure
taps, i.e., P1 (+) to P1 (+) and P2 (-) to P2 (-).
b. For positive pressure,
low-flow testing, add
the low-flow nozzle to
the blower inlet if it is
not installed per
Figure 7. Then, connect
the grey cast-aluminum
cam lock connector to
the outlet side of the
blower per Figure 6.
Close both cam lock
arms at the same time
to ensure proper fit.
Figure 7. Positive Pressure,
Low-Flow Set-Up
Connect the free end of the 16-ft (5-m) silicone tube to the
pressure tap marked DUCT PRESSURE P3 (+) on the black
square box.
Fan
Outlet
Cam Lock
Connector
Low Flow
Nozzle
Fan Inlet
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c. For negative pressure,
high-flow testing,
remove the low flow
nozzle if it is installed.
Then, connect the grey
cast aluminum cam
lock connector to the
inlet side of the blower
per Figure 8. Close
both cam lock arms at
the same time to ensure
proper fit.
Connect the free end of
Figure 8. Negative Pressure,
High-Flow Set-Up
the 16-ft (5-m) silicone tube to pressure tap marked DUCT
PRESSURE P4 (-) on the black square box.
Finally, verify that the FLOW GRID MODE pressure taps on
the inlet tubes are connected to the FLOW GRID pressure
taps, i.e., P1 (+) to P1 (+) and P2 (-) to P2 (-).
d. For negative pressure,
low-flow testing, add
the low-flow nozzle to
the blower inlet if it is
not installed. Then,
connect the grey cast
aluminum cam lock
connector to the low-
flow nozzle per Figure
9. Close both cam lock
arms at the same time
to ensure proper fit.
Connect the free end of
the 16-ft (5-m) silicone
Figure 9. Negative Pressure,
Low-Flow Set-Up
tube to pressure tap marked DUCT PRESSURE P4 (-) on the
black square box.
Fan
Inlet
Cam Lock
Connector
Fan
Inlet
Low Flow
Nozzle
Cam Lock
Connector
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Chapter 3
Performing a Duct Leakage Test
The PAN200 duct leakage test system includes a Model 5825
Micromanometer and a Model 9565-P Ventilation Meter. During duct
leakage testing, the Model 5825 Micromanometer measures the duct
static pressure while the Model 9565-P Ventilation Meter measures
the airflow rate.
Refer to the Operation and Service Manuals for the Model 5825
Micromanometer and the Model 9565-P Ventilation Meter to use
these instruments in other applications. If you do not have the
manuals, download them from TSI’s website www.tsi.com.
Measuring Duct Static Pressure
1. Turn ON the Model 5825.
2. Zero the Model 5825 pressure sensor with both ports open to
the atmosphere.
3. Connect the (+) port on the Model 5825 to P3 (+) to measure the
duct static pressure (see Figure 6).
4. Leave the (-) port on the Model 5825 open to the atmosphere.
Note: Refer to the Model 5825 Operation and Service Manual for
instructions on using data logging to automatically record
the duct static pressure.
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Measuring Duct Leakage Flow
Turning on the PAN200 Duct Leakage Tester
1. Switch the PANDA unit on.
a. For 230V models position the Mains Power switch of the
inverter to the ON position to power the Inverter speed
controller. The Fan motor is not energized.
b. 110V models do not include a separate power switch. The
PANDA unit is turned on when the power cord is plugged in.
2. Position the Fan Control switch to the RUN position to energize
the fan.
3. Increase the fan to the desired speed by turning the Fan Speed
Controller clockwise. To decrease the fan speed, turn the Fan
Speed controller counter-clockwise.
1. Turn ON Model 9565-P.
2. Zero the Model 9565-P
pressure sensor with both
ports open to the atmosphere.
3. Connect the Model 9565-P to
the PAN200 by connecting
the (+) and (-) ports on the
Model 9565-P to the P1 (+)
and P2 (+) ports located
inside the black box of the
PAN200as shown in
Figure 10.
Figure 10. Connecting Instruments
to PANDA Tester in
High Flow Mode
4. Connect the thermocouple to
the Model 9565-P.
5. Insert the thermocouple
probe into the blower inlet
through the hole marked TC1
as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11. Thermocouple
Insertion Hole
Thermocouple
Hole
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Using Leakage Test Application in the Model 9565-P
CAUTION: The Model 5825 and Model 9565-P meters must
be zeroed before entering the Leakage Test
Application.
1. Press the MENU key to access
the menu system on the
Model 9565-P.
2. Use the  keys to highlight
the Applications item.
3. Press the (ENTER) key to
access the Applications menu.
MENU
Zero Press
Display Setup
Settings
Flow Setup
Actual/Std Setup
Data Logging
Zero CO
Applications
Calibration
Discover Printer
4. Select Leakage Test and press
key.
APPLICATIONS
Draft Rate
Heatflow
Turbulence
% Outside Air
Leakage Test
5. Select either the EN Standard
or SMACNA leakage test.
LEAKAGE TEST
EN Standard
SMACNA
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Instrument Operation if EN Standard Test Protocol is Selected
1. Enter key parameters:
a. Surface Area of ductwork
section to be tested.
b. Static Pressure of test, as
measured by Model 5825
micromanometer.
c. Flow Device as Nozzle or
Flow Grid.
LEAKAGE TEST
Surface Area
Static Pressure
Flow Device
Tightness Class
Test Length
Run Test
d. Leakage class as A, B, C, or D. Note that tests with negative
pressures must be selected as negative tests, as indicated by -.
e. Test Length, or duration of leakage test, usually 5 minutes.
2. Increase the blower speed until
the desired static pressure is
achieved.
3. When the static pressure has
stabilized, select Run Test and
press .
4. The display will show the
readings on the right. Leakage
Factor and Leak Rate will
update in real time, while other
parameters will remain constant.
If the Leakage Factor and Leak
Rate are sufficiently stable,
LEAKAGE TEST
Leakage Factor x.xx
Leak Limit x.xx
Leak Rate x.xx
Status OK
Flow Device Flow Grid
Baro Pressure 20.20
Temperature 20C
Time 9:55
Standard TestXXX
Sample
0
(Sample Saved 1)
press the START soft key or the key to begin the leak test.
Pressing the ESC key will exit back to the previous screen.
5. After the leak test is complete, the Model 9565-P will prompt you
to press the SAVE or PRINT soft key. You can also press the ESC
key here to back out to the previous screen without saving the data.
After completing leakage testing for a section of duct, you can move
on to the next section.
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Instrument Operation if SMACNA Test Protocol is Selected
1. Enter key parameters:
a. Surface Area of ductwork
section to be tested.
b. Static Pressure of test, as
measured by Model 5825
micromanometer.
c. Flow Device as Nozzle or
Flow Grid.
d. Leakage class as a number
from 1 to 48. Typical values
are 3, 6, 12, 24, or 48.
e. Test Length, or duration of
leakage test.
2. Increase the blower speed
until the desired static pressure
is achieved.
3. When the static pressure has
stabilized, select Run Test and
press .
4. The display will show the
readings on the right. Leakage
LEAKAGE TEST
Surface Area
Static Pressure
Flow Device
Leakage Class
Test Length
Run Test
LEAKAGE TEST
Leakage Factor x.xx
Leak Limit x.xx
Leak Rate x.xx
Status OK
Flow Device Flow Grid
Baro Pressure 20.20
Temperature 20C
Time 9:55
Standard TestXXX
Sample
0
(Sample Saved 1)
Stop(Save) Print
Factor and Leak Rate will update in real time, while other
parameters will remain constant.
If the Leak Factor and Leak Rate are sufficiently stable, press the
START soft key or the key to begin the leak test. Pressing the
ESC key will exit back to the previous screen.
5. After the leak test is complete, the Model 9565-P will prompt you
to press the SAVE or PRINT soft key. You can also press the
ESC key here to back out to the previous screen without saving
the data.
After completing leakage testing for a section of duct, you can move
on to the next section.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Symptom
Recommended Action
Fan motor will not run.
 Check the power connection.
 Circuit Breaker may have
tripped.
Static pressure reading (on 5825)
is zero.
 Check the connections.
Static pressure reading (on 5825)
is too low.
Required static pressure cannot
be achieved with motor speed
control settings at the maximum.
 Leakage rate is too high.
Check for leaks using soap
bubbles or smoke pallets.
Alternatively, test a smaller
section of the ductwork.
Leak Flow (on 9565-P) shows
flashing XXX.XX.
 Check the pressure tube
connections to the 9565-P
meter.
 Leak flow is too low. Use low
flow nozzle adapter.
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