TSI Instruments ALNOR AVM410 Operation manual

AIR VELOCITY METER
ALNOR®MODEL AVM410
AIRFLOW™INSTRUMENTS
MODEL TA410
OPERATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
P/N 1980575, REV G
NOVEMBER 2020
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TSI Incorporated / 2007-2020 / All rights reserved.
Limitation Of Warranty And Liability (effective February 2015)
Seller warrants the goods, excluding software, sold hereunder, under normal use and
service as described in the operator's manual, to be free from defects in workmanship
and material for 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. Pumps are warranted for hours of operation as set forth in product or operator’s
manuals;
c. 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;
d. 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;
e. 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;
f. 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;
g. 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 warrantywith respect to, and shall have no
liability in connection with, goods which are incorporated into other products or
equipment, or which are modified byanyperson other than Seller.
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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
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ............1
CHAPTER 2 SETTING-UP.................................................................3
Supplying Power to the Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™
Instruments TA410 .........................................................................3
Installing the Batteries...............................................................3
Using The Telescoping Probe........................................................3
Extending The Probe.................................................................3
Retracting The Probe ................................................................3
CHAPTER 3 OPERATION.................................................................5
Keypad Functions...........................................................................5
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE............................................................7
Recalibration...................................................................................7
Cases..............................................................................................7
Storage ...........................................................................................7
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................9
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................11
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Chapter 1
Unpacking and Parts Identification
Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories from the
shipping container. Check the individual parts against the list of
components below. If anything is missing or damaged, notify
TSI®Incorporated immediately.
1. Carrying case
2. Instrument
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Chapter 2
Setting-up
Supplying Power to the Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™Instruments
TA410
The Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™Instruments TA410 is powered with
four size AA batteries.
Installing the Batteries
Insert four AA batteries as indicated by the diagram located on
the inside of the battery compartment. The Alnor®AVM410/
Airflow™Instruments TA410 is designed to operate with either
alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries, although it will not
recharge NiMH batteries. Battery life will be shorter if NiMH
batteries are used. Carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended
because of the danger of battery acid leakage.
Using the Telescoping Probe
The telescoping probe contains the velocity and temperature sensors.
When using the probe, make sure the sensor window is fully exposed
and the orientation dimple is facing upstream.
N O T E
For temperature measurements, make sure that at least 3 inches
(7.5 cm) of the probe is in the flow to allow the temperature sensor to
be in the air stream.
Extending the Probe
To extend the probe, hold the handle in one hand while pulling on
the probe tip with the other hand. DO NOT hold the cable while
extending the probe as this prevents the probe from extending.
Retracting the Probe
To retract the probe, hold the handle in one hand while pulling
gently on the probe cable with the other hand.
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Chapter 3
Operation
Keypad Functions
ON/OFF Key
Press to turn the Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™
Instruments TA410 on and off. During the
power up sequence the display will show the
following: Model Number, Serial Number,
Software Revision, and Last Date Calibrated.
ft/min / m/s Key
Pressing this key changes the display to read
air velocity.
°C / °F Key
Pressing this key changes the display to read
temperature.
Changing Units
To change units, first put the desired
measurement (air velocity or temperature) on
the display. Then press and hold the left,
unlabelled key for five seconds. Finally, use
the  and ENTER key to select the units.
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Chapter 4
Maintenance
The Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™Instruments TA410 requires very little
maintenance to keep it performing well.
Recalibration
To maintain a high degree of accuracy in your measurements, we
recommend that you return your Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™
Instruments TA410 to TSI®Incorporated for annual recalibration.
Please contact one of TSI’s offices or your local distributor to make
service arrangements and to receive a “Service Request” number. To
fill out an online “Service Request” form, visit TSI’s website at
U.S. & International
UK
TSI Incorporated
TSI Instruments Ltd.
Alnor®Products
Cases
If the instrument case or storage case needs cleaning, wipe it off
with a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol or a mild detergent. NEVER
immerse the Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™Instruments TA410. If the
enclosure of the Alnor®AVM410/Airflow™Instruments TA410
becomes broken, it must be replaced immediately to prevent
access to hazardous voltage.
Storage
Remove the batteries when storing the unit for more than one month
to prevent damage due to battery leakage.
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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
Table 5-1 lists the symptoms, possible causes, and recommended
solutions for common problems encountered with the Alnor®
AVM410/Airflow™Instruments TA410. If your symptom is not listed,
or if none of the solutions solves your problem, please contact
TSI®Incorporated.
Table 5-1: Troubleshooting the Alnor®AVM410/Airflow®
Instruments TA410
Symptom
Possible Causes
Corrective Action
No Display
Unit not turned on
Switch unit on.
Low or dead batteries
Replace batteries or
plug in AC adapter.
Dirty battery contacts
Clean the battery
contacts.
Velocity reading
fluctuates
unstable
Fluctuating flow
Reposition probe in
less-turbulent flow
Instrument Error
message appears
Fault in instrument
Factory service
required on instrument.
WARNING!
Remove the probe from excessive temperature immediately:
excessive heat can damage the sensor. Operating temperature limits
can be found in Appendix A, Specifications.
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Appendix A
Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Velocity:
Range:..............................0 to 4000 ft/min (0 to 20 m/s)
Accuracy1&2:.....................±5% of reading or ±5 ft/min (±0.025 m/s),
whichever is greater
Resolution:.......................1 ft/min (0.01 m/s)
Temperature:
Range:..............................0 to 200°F (-18 to 93°C)
Accuracy3:........................±0.5°F (±0.3°C)
Resolution:.......................0.1°F (0.1°C)
Instrument Temperature Range:
Operating (Electronics):...40 to 113°F (5 to 45°C)
Operating (Probe):...........0 to 200°F (-18 to 93°C)
Storage:............................-4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)
External Meter Dimensions:
3.3 in. 7.0 in. 1.8 in. (8.4 cm 17.8 cm 4.4 cm)
Meter Weight:
Weight with batteries:.......0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)
Power Requirements:
Four AA-size batteries (included)
1Temperature compensated over an air temperature range of 40 to 150°F (5 to
65°C).
2The accuracy statement of ±5.0% of reading or ±5 ft/min (±0.025 m/s), whichever is
greater, begins at 30 ft/min through 4000 ft/min (0.15 m/s through 20 m/s).
3Accuracy with instrument case at 77°F (25°C), add uncertainty of 0.05°F/°F
(0.03°C/°C) for change in instrument temperature.
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