TSI Instruments dusttrak II 8530 Operation manual

Exposure Monitoring
Model 8530/8531/8532
DUSTTRAK™ II Aerosol Monitor
Operation and Service Manual
P/N 6001893, Revision E
March 2010

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TSI Incorporated / 2008–2010 / All rights reserved.
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Seller warrants the goods 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 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:
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. 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.
c. 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.
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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.
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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
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.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................... III
Laser Safety......................................................................................iii
Labels...............................................................................................iv
Description of Caution/Warning Symbols.........................................iv
Caution..........................................................................................iv
Warning.........................................................................................iv
Caution and Warning Symbols......................................................... v
Reusing and Recycling..................................................................... v
CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ........... 1
Unpacking the DUSTTRAK™II Aerosol Monitor ................................ 1
Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK™ II Desktop Aerosol
Monitor Models 8530/8531............................................................ 6
Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK™ II Handheld Aerosol
Monitor Model 8532....................................................................... 7
CHAPTER 2 SETTING UP................................................................ 9
Supplying Power to the DUSTTRAK™ II Aerosol Monitor.................. 9
Installing the Batteries in Model 8530/8531 Desktop.................... 9
Installing the Batteries in Model 8532 Handheld........................... 9
Using the AC Adapter to Run Instrument.................................... 10
Battery Charging ......................................................................... 10
Inlet Cap...................................................................................... 10
Size-Selective Impactors............................................................. 11
Dorr-Oliver Cyclone..................................................................... 12
Instrument Setup ............................................................................ 12
Connecting to the Computer....................................................... 12
Installing TRAKPROTM Data Analysis Software............................. 13
Connecting Analog/Alarm Output................................................ 14
Wiring the Analog Output ............................................................... 14
Wiring the Alarm............................................................................. 15
CHAPTER 3 OPERATION.............................................................. 17
Getting Started................................................................................ 17
Setup Menu .................................................................................... 18
Zero Cal....................................................................................... 19
Flow Cal....................................................................................... 20
User Cal....................................................................................... 21
Alarm ........................................................................................... 24
Analog ......................................................................................... 26
Settings........................................................................................ 27
Run Mode.................................................................................... 29
Survey Mode ............................................................................... 30
Manual Mode............................................................................... 31
Log Mode (1–5)........................................................................... 32

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Taking Mass Concentration Measurements...................................33
Screen Regions...........................................................................34
Stats.............................................................................................35
Graphing......................................................................................35
Viewing Data...................................................................................37
Title Bar...........................................................................................38
CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE.........................................................39
Maintenance Schedule...................................................................39
Zeroing Instrument..........................................................................40
Cleaning the Inlet............................................................................41
Cleaning and Oiling Impactors........................................................42
Replacing the Internal Filters..........................................................42
Storage Precautions .......................................................................46
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................47
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS...................................................51
APPENDIX B ZERO MODULE ......................................................53
INDEX ................................................................................................55

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Safety Information
IMPORTANT
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 8530/8531/8532 DUSTTRAK™II 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™II 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.
WARNING
The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other
than those specified in this manual may result in exposure
to hazardous optical radiation.
WARNING
There are no user-serviceable parts inside this
instrument. The instrument should only be opened by TSI
or a TSI approved service technician.
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. European symbol for non-
disposable item. Item must
be recycled.
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
Caution
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
WARNING
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.

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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 8530/8531/8532 DUSTTRAKTM II 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.
Note
If you purchased a DUSTTRAKTM II Model 8530-NA (no
accessories) Aerosol Monitor, it only comes with the following
items:
•DUSTTRAKTM II Model 8530 Aerosol Monitor
•Operations manual
•TrakProTM Data Analysis Software CD
•One-year calibration certificate
•Service paperwork
•2-year warranty
All accessories for the DUSTTRAKTM II Model 8530 Aerosol
Monitor are sold separately Contact TSI at [phone] for
information on accessories and how to purchase them through a
TSI sales representative.
Unpacking the DUSTTRAK™II 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 8530
8531
8532
Desktop II
Desktop II HC
Handheld II

Chapter 1
2
Item Qty Part Number Description
1 801670
801669
Desktop II
Carrying Case
Handheld II
Carrying Case
1 1090014 Data Analysis
Software CD-
ROM
1 800663 Zero Filter
or
1 801680
801681
6600 mAH
Lithium Ion
Rechargeable
Battery (Desktop)
Rechargeable
lithium ion battery
(Handheld)
1 1303740 USB cable

Unpacking and Parts Identification
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Item Qty Part Number Description
1 801652 Analog/alarm
output cable
(Desktop models
only)
1 Operation and
Service Manual
1 Calibration
Certificate
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

Chapter 1
4
Item Qty Part Number Description
37-mm cartridge
opening tool
8 801666 Spare Internal
Filters
Handheld Model
Only
1 801667 Impactor Kit
PM2.5 assembled
Top
Bottom
Impaction Plate
PM1.0 Top
PM4.0 Top
PM10 Top
Extra Impaction
Plate
1 801691 Dorr-Oliver
Cyclone
1 801692
801694
Power Supply –
Desktop
Power Supply –
Handheld
2 Stylus
When shipped,
one stylus will be
in the accessory
bag, the second
stylus attached to
instrument.

Unpacking and Parts Identification
5
Item Qty Part Number Description
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 attached to
instrument.

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Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK™II Desktop
Aerosol Monitor Models 8530/8531
Figure 1-1: Features on Desktop Model
Filter Access
Zero Module
Connector Battery Access
Touchscreen
On/Off
Inlet
Stylus
II
Power
Analog/Alarm
Output
USB Host
USB Device
Ethernet

Unpacking and Parts Identification
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Parts Identification for the DUSTTRAK™II Handheld
Aerosol Monitor Model 8532
Figure 1-2: Features on Handheld Model
Filter Access
Battery Access
(Screw Lockdown)
Power
USB Device
USB Host
On/Off
Inlet
Stylus
Touchscreen
Port Cover

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Chapter 2
Setting Up
Supplying Power to the DUSTTRAK™IIAerosol Monitor
The DUSTTRAK™II Aerosol Monitor must be powered by either batteries or
use of the external AC adapter.
WARNING
The instrument has been design to be used with
batteries supplied by TSI. Do not use a substitute.
WARNING
Do not use non-rechargeable batteries in this
instrument. Fire, explosions, or other hazards may result.
Installing the Batteries in Model 8530/8531 Desktop
Remove the battery cover and slide one or two batteries into the battery
slots. A single battery can be put into either slot. Orient the batteries with the
label side facing up (see figure 2-1).
Figure 2-1: Batteries into Desktop Unit
Installing the Batteries in Model 8532 Handheld
Remove the battery cover by loosening captured screw on the bottom of the
unit. Orient battery with brass connectors facing forward. Insert battery into
cavity and slide forward to engage into pins. Replace the battery cover and
secure by tightening screw (see figure 2-2).

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Figure 2–2: Batteries into Handheld Unit
Using the AC Adapter to Run Instrument
The AC adapter allows you to power the DUSTTRAK™monitor from an AC
wall outlet. When using the AC adapter, the batteries (if installed) will be
bypassed.
Battery Charging
This instrument will charge the Lithium Ion battery packs. Insert the
batteries into the battery compartment, plug the instrument into AC power,
and turn the instrument on. Batteries will charge only when the instrument is
on and in stand-by mode. Batteries will not be charged if the instrument is
turned off or is actively taken measurements. Charging will stop when the
batteries have been fully charged.
Inlet Cap
When using the DUSTTRAK™monitor to sample environmental air, the inlet
cap should be put over the instrument. This cap will keep large objects from
dropping into and plugging the inlet. The cap will also keep direct light from
shinning into the chamber and skewing the results.
The inlet cap can simply be pressed onto the instruments inlet.

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Figure 2-3: Putting on Inlet Cap
Size-Selective Impactors
Size-selective impactors can be attached to the inlet of the DUSTTRAK™II
instruments. Size-selective impactors can be used to pre-condition the size
range of the particles entering the instrument. PM1, PM2.5, PM4(Respirable)
and PM10 impactors are available. The instrument must run at the
factory default setting of 3.0 L/min for the impactors to achieve the
correct cut points.
The size-selective impactor is composed of three parts; the cap, impaction
plate and bottom. Selection of the cap will determine cut size of the
impactor. Each cap is labeled with the particle cut size (1 µm, 2.5 µm,
4.0 µm or 10 µm). The same impaction plate and bottom are used on all
impactor sizes.
Figure 2-4: Size-Selective Impactor
The impactor assembly is attached to the instrument in place of the inlet cap.
The inlet cap does not need to be used if an impactor is being used. See
Chapter 4, "Maintenance," for instructions on how to add oil to the
impaction plate.
Impaction Plate
Cap (1 µm,
2.5 µm, 4 µm
or 10 µm)
Bottom

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Dorr-Oliver Cyclone
A Dorr-Oliver cyclone is shipped with the instrument. The Dorr-Oliver
cyclone removes particles over 4.0 µm in size. The Dorr-Oliver cyclone is
attached to the instrument by sliding the cyclone clip over the protruding
catch. The tube from the Dorr-Oliver cyclone needs to be routed to the inlet
of the instrument.
Figure 2-5: Installing Door-Oliver Cyclone
Inlet attachments (impactors or inlet cap) should not be used when using the
Dorr-Oliver Cyclone. The instrument flow rate must be changed to
1.7 L/min when using the Dorr-Oliver Cyclone in order to achieve a
4 µm (respirable) cut-point. See the Flow Cal instructions in the
Operations chapter for instructions on how to change the instruments
flow rate.
Instrument Setup
The DUSTTRAK™II monitor can be connected to a computer to download
data and upload sampling programs.
Connecting to the Computer
Connect the USB host port of a Microsoft Windows®-based computer to the
USB device port on the side of the DUSTTRAK™monitor.
®Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.