Component List ■ Standard ITEM MODEL QTY Main Unit 3910-01 1 Power Cord (with NEMA plug) Standard Inlet Isokinetic Suction Probe Zero Filter Tygon Tube (2M) Printer Paper (Dust Free Paper) 3910-06 3910-07 3910-04 3910-05 1 1 1 2 1 2 - 1 Operation Manual Test Certificate AC adapter(15V 4A) 3910-08 1 1 1 MMC Card – 2GB Lithium-ion Battery 3910-09 1 1 MODEL 3910-01 3910-09 3910-10 QTY 1 1 1 6531 1 C264 100Pa 3900-02 3900-03 1 1 1 MODEL 3910-04 3910-05 3910-06 3910-07 QTY 1 1 1 1 Measur
Important Safety Information i Laser Classification This instrument is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product in accordance with the following standards: ● EN60825-1: 2007 ● I EC60825-1: 2007 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT EN60825-1 : 2007 * Class 1 Laser: Lasers that are considered to be safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, including the use of optical instruments for intrabeam viewing.
Important Safety Information ii Important Safety Information In this manual, warning types and classifications are defined as follows. [Classification] WARNING: To Prevent Serious Injury or Death Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious injury or death. CAUTION: To Prevent Damage to the Product Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the product that may void the product warranty.
Important Safety Information iii WARNING ¤ Do not use this instrument in an ambient temperature of 35 °C or greater. Prohibited Installation …… The performance may deteriorate significantly. Also, dielectric degradation may occur, which may result in short circuit or fire. ¤ Unplug the power cord when the instrument is not in use. …… Failure to observe the above may result in electric shock, fire or damage to internal circuitry. ¤ Install the instrument where you can pull the power cord out anytime.
Important Safety Information iv ¤ Do not touch the instrument when it is electrically charged. …… Failure to observe the above may affect the measurement value and cause damage to the instrument circuitry. ¤ Do not let the instrument suck in highly concentrated particles that exceed the specification level. …… Handle Properly Failure to observe the above may contaminate the instrument. As a result the instrument may fail to obtain zero count.
Table of Contents 1. Part Names and Functions ...................................................................... 1 1.1 General Outline ............................................................................................................ 1 1.2 Airborne Particle Counter......................................................................................... 1 2. Getting Started ............................................................................................... 3 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.
4. PC Applications............................................................................................. 65 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 User Management .................................................................................................. 65 Remote Console ...................................................................................................... 65 Create Schedule ......................................................................................................
1 1. Part Names and Functions 1. Part Names and Functions 1.1 General Outline This Airborne Particle Counter is a light scattering laser particle counter using semiconductor laser radiation as a light source. This counter is used to detect ultrafine airborne particles in a cleanroom or other environment equivalent to a cleanroom. Mainly this counter is used as a monitoring measurement equipment to monitor the cleanliness in a cleanroom.
2 1. Part Names and Functions BACK Optional Sensor Connecting Terminal --- Terminals where optional sensors can be connected. Refer to 5. Connecting Option Sensors for details. Sampling Air Exhaust Port --- Filtered sample air is exhausted at this port. Do not block the port as it may result in damage to the instrument. Upper: SERVICE PORT1 Connector (Service only.) Middle: SERVICE PORT2 Connector (Service only.) Lower: USB Connector --- Insert a USB flash drive to store measurement data.
2. Getting Started 3 2. Getting Started 2.1 Power Supply Supply power to the main unit. There are two ways to supply power; using the AC adapter or a battery. -- AC Adapter -Plug the AC adapter into the connecting port. AC100V~240V power supply shall be used. Output voltage ……. DC 15V Polarity of output voltage … -- Battery -Charge the battery by installing it in the instrument and then connecting the provided AC adapter. Refer to 7. Battery for charging the battery.
2. Getting Started 2.2 Zero Check If the internal optical system is dirty, you may not be able to perform an accurate measurement. To confirm the cleanliness of the internal optical system, perform a Zero Check before measuring. Remove the rubber cap that is mounted on the inlet on the upper side of the main unit. Next, attach the zero filter to the inlet using the supplied Tygon tube. The length of the tube is not critical. However, make sure that the tube is not bent. (Approx.
2. Getting Started 5 2.4 Consumables 2.4.1 Printer Paper Replacement When the provided printer paper runs out, please purchase new printer paper (dust free paper), Model 3910-05. Installing printer paper 1. Press the Paper Cover Open Button to open the paper cover. 2. Place the paper as shown in the picture below. 3. Pull the top of the paper so that a slight portion is sticking out of the printer when the cover is closed. 1. 3. 2. 2.4.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 6 3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 3.1 Boot Screen A few seconds after the instrument is turned ON, the screen shown to the left will be displayed. Please wait for a few moments, while the system is initialized.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 7 3.2 Log-In 3.2.1 Log-In Display Type your user ID and password in the field and press [OK] button. Press [Shut Down] button to turn off the instrument. [CAPS] button: To type upper case letters [SWITCH] button: Jump to next field [CLR] button: Clear input [BS] button: Back space, delete the preceding character 3.2.2 User The instrument manages the usage log based on user ID, manage users from the user setting display (Refer to User Management).
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 8 3.2.3 Authentication Logging in and certain activities require user authentication. User ID and password are required when a user logs in the instrument. Only a password is required for other activities. If a user fails to log in three times, the user ID will become invalid. 3.2.4 Log The instrument saves a history of operations, error messages, and alarms in the log file.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 9 3.3 Initial Screen 3.3.1 Initial Screen (1) After the instrument is booted up and a user has logged in, the initial screen shown to the left will be displayed. . (4) (2) (3) All operations can be started from this screen. When the measurement parameters are displayed, you can tap the “switch” button to show the ambient parameters if an option sensor is attached. Tap the title to switch between data, graph and map.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 10 (1) Data Display: Displays numeric value, chart and map. (2) Measurement Condition/ Environment Data: Displays measurement mode, measurement setting and measurement status/ Displays the current status when using option sensors. (3) Status Display: Displays the status of power source, pump, LD error, over count. (4) START: Starts measuring in the configured mode. This button becomes “STOP” button after sampling starts.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 11 : Switches the display between the particle chart and the OP sensor chart on the GRAPH screen. : Scrolls the chart to the left (half of the display can be scrolled at a time). : Scrolls the chart to the right (half of the display can be scrolled at a time).
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 12 :Sets the range of the Y axis. Particle Graph (Example) : Select either LOG or LINEAR for the Y axis. Select the maximum scale value from four options. For setting the four maximum values, please refer to 3.8.1 MEASURING – CHART SETTING. In the display shown above, LOG is selected for the scale of the Y axis and the maximum scale value of the Y axis is set to 10 to the sixth.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 10 Sets the maximum scale value of the X axis to 10. 20 Sets the maximum scale value of the X axis to 20. 50 Sets the maximum scale value of the X axis to 50. 100 Sets the maximum scale value of the X axis to 100. 150 Sets the maximum scale value of the X axis to 150. 300 Sets the maximum scale value of the X axis to 300. ALL Displays all data.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 3.3.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 15 3.4 MONITOR Tap [MONITOR] on the initial screen to start monitoring. Sampling will start in 10 seconds after the pump starts operating. * Note that operating, if the pump sampling is already will start immediately when you tap [MONITOR]. * Note that the instrument is capable of 180 hours of continuous operation. While measuring, tap [MONITOR] again. A dialog will be displayed asking you if you want to stop monitoring.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 16 3.5 MODE Tap [MODE] to display the mode selection window. *User needs to have the authorization (Change Measurement Mode) to change measurement mode. In the Mode setting screen you can configure measurement settings in each mode. Select a mode from below and tap it; “SINGLE”,“CONTINUOUS”,“INTERVAL”, “STATS”,“STANDARD”,”PRESET”, “REMOTE”. You can set items such as INTERVAL, SAMPLE T.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 17 [Delay Time] You can set Delay Time in the START DELAY screen. Please refer to 3.8.1 for details. Below is a breakdown of the Wait Time.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 18 [Measurement Settings] Tap [SINGLE] to open the [MEASURE SETTING] dialogue box. [SAMPLE T.] (Sampling Time). Tap the entry field (a) to display a numeric keypad. Enter “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds” on the (a) numeric keypad and tap [OK] (b). (d) (c) Check “AUTO SAVE” to store the data automatically. Check “AUTO PRINT” to print the data (b) automatically. Check “START DELAY” to use a delay time prior to a measurement.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 19 3.5.2 CONTINUOUS [Measurement Flow] Start/Stop measuring manually. Example: If the setting is as follows: INTERVAL : N/A SAMPLE T. : N/A CYCLES : N/A A continuous measurement is performed until you manually stop it. Wait Time Start Measurement Sampling Time STOP Finish Measurement [Measurement Settings] Check “AUTO SAVE” to store the data automatically. Check “AUTO PRINT” to print the data automatically.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 20 3.5.3 INTERVAL [Measurement Flow] Configure INTERVAL, SAMPLE T and CYCLES, and repeat measuring. Example: If the setting is as follows: INTERVAL: 00:01:00 SAMPLE T.: 00:00:15 CYCLES: 20 A total of 20 measurements are performed at one minute intervals. Note: Sampling time is 15 seconds and standby time is 45 seconds.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 21 [PRESET] Tap [PRESET] to display a window asking you to input “PRESET NAME”. Tap the entry field to display the keyboard. Enter the file name and tap [Enter]. Tap [OK] to save the current settings on the MMC card (Authentication required). * In the future you can automatically load the configuration saved here as a PRESET. Refer to 3.5.6 PRESET.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 22 3.5.4 STATS [Measurement Flow] Configure SAMPLE T., CYCLES and SAMPLE POINT, and repeat measuring. In STATS mode, INTERVAL and SAMPLE T. are configured with the same value. Measurements are repeated according to the CYCLES settings in each SAMPLE POINT. As for the measurement condition, you can configure the settings. [Measurement Settings] If there are any MAP files saved, they are displayed in the dropdown list of SCHEDULE.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 23 When a MAP file is specified in “SCHEDULE” on the “MEASURE SETTING” screen, tap [MAP] to display a MAP. You can change the location order. Tap the Location to be changed. Use the and buttons to change the order. Tap [OK]. Then a window will be displayed asking if you want to save the new order of the Location. Tap [Yes] or [No] (Authentication required). Tap [Yes] to set the changes and go back to “MEASURE SETTING” screen.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 24 3.5.5 STANDARD [Measurement Flow] You can perform a measurement which complies with 7 measurement standards as follows: - ISO14644-1 (International Standard) Refer to ISO14644-1. - ISO 14644-1 SEQUENTIAL SAMPLING (International Standard) Refer to ISO14644-1. - FEDERAL STANDARD (m) (The US Standard) Refer to FEDERAL STANDARD 209E. - FEDERAL STANDARD (ft) (The US Standard) - BRITISH STANDARD (British Standard) Refer to BS-5295.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 25 CLASS: Set the cleanliness level of the cleanroom to be measured. After configuring this setting, the appropriate particle size for the configured CLASS can be selected. SCHEDULE: You can load a MAP file. If you select the file, the MAP function will be activated and the MAP will be displayed. ROOM: Input the size of the room to be measured. LOCATION: Input the number of measurement points. CYCLES: Input the measurement cycles. SAMPLE T.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 26 [PRESET] Tap [PRESET] to display a window asking you to input PRESET NAME. Tap the entry field to display the keyboard. Enter the file name and tap [Enter]. Tap [OK] to save the current settings on the MMC card. You can configure the saved measurement settings by loading a saved PRESET (Authentication required). Refer to 3.5.6 PRESET. Tap the [MAP] button to display MAP.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 27 3.5.6 PRESET Select “PRESET” on the mode screen to display CALL PRESET screen. The settings in the selected PRESET file will be reflected in the MODE and Measurement Settings. *User needs to have the authorization (Delete Files) to delete “PRESET” files. The first two letters of the file name indicates the mode type.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 28 3.6 START 3.6.1 SINGLE, CONTINUOUS, INTERVAL Tap [START] on the main screen to start a measurement using the settings configured in 3.5 MODE . If “START DELAY” is NOT checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin running. After the pump has run for 10 seconds to stabilize, the measurement will begin If only “START DELAY” is checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the Delay Time begins.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 29 Display screen example in each Measurement MODE. To display the chart tap button while measuring. Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement. * After a measurement in INTERVAL mode is finished, the measurement results will be displayed.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 30 3.6.2 STATS - When not using a MAP file Tap [START] to display “CONFIRM” screen. A measurement will start based on the setting configured in 3.5 MODE . Tap [START] to start a measurement. If “START DELAY” is NOT checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin running.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 31 Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement. Tap button while measuring to display a chart. When a measurement at each measurement point is finished, the measurement results will be displayed. Tap [NEXT] to display “CONFIRM” screen which informs you of the next measurement point then wait for the next measurement. Tap [REMEASURE] to perform another measurement at this measurement point. Tap [PRINT] to print the measurement results.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 32 - When using a MAP file In STATS mode, a MAP will be displayed upon tapping [START]. A measurement will start based on the settings configured in 3.5 MODE . Select a Location and tap [START] to start a measurement. Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement. Tap [ZOOM] to enlarge a MAP. (Press [NORMAL] to return to viewing the entire MAP when a map is enlarged.) Select a Location and tap [DETAIL] to view the image of the selected Location.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 33 Tap [START] on the MAP to start a measurement If “START DELAY” is NOT checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin running. After the pump has run for 10 seconds to stabilize, the measurement will begin. If only “START DELAY” is checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the Delay Time begins. During the last 10 seconds of that Delay Time the pump will run to stabilize, after which the measurement will begin.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 34 When a measurement measurement result is finished, window will a be displayed. Tap [NEXT] to display the MAP again. Then the instrument waits for the next measurement point to be selected. Tap [REMEASURE] to perform a re-measurement at the current location. Tap [PRINT] to print the measurement results. When all measurements are finished, the final measurement results will be displayed.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 35 3.6.3 STANDARD - When not using a MAP file Tap [START] to display “CONFIRM” screen. A measurement will start based on the settings configured in 3.5 MODE. Tap [START] to start a measurement. If “START DELAY” is NOT checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin running. After the pump has run for 10 seconds to stabilize, the measurement will begin.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 36 When a measurement at each location is finished, the measurement results will be displayed. Tap [NEXT] to display a “CONFIRM” window informing you of the next measurement point, and wait for the next measurement. Tap [REMEASURE] to perform a re-measurement. Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement. Tap [PRINT] to print a measurement result. Tap [START] to start a measurement. Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 37 When all measurements are finished, the final measurement results will be displayed. You can view the result of a certain LOCATION POINT by selecting Location from the dropdown list. Tap [EVAL] to display CLEAN ROOM EVALUATION window. Tap [REMEASURE] to perform a re-measurement. Tap [PRINT] to print a measurement result. Tap [PRINT] to print a measurement result.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 38 - When using a MAP file In STANDARD measurement tap [START] to display a MAP. A measurement will start based on the settings configured in 3.5 MODE . Select a Location and tap [START] to start a measurement. Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement. Tap [ZOOM] to enlarge a MAP. (Press [NORMAL] to return to viewing the entire MAP when a map is enlarged.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 39 Select a Location and tap [DETAIL] to view the image of the selected Location. (The image of the Location needs to be registered when creating a Schedule using the provided PC application.) Tap [START] to start a measurement. If “START DELAY” is NOT checked in “MODE” setting: Upon tapping [START], the pump will begin running. After the pump has run for 10 seconds to stabilize, the measurement will begin.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 40 When a measurement at each location is finished, the measurement results will be displayed. In [RAW DATA] tab, measurement data will be displayed. In [CALC DATA] tab, data of minimum (MIN), maximum (MAX) and average (AVE) measurements will be displayed. Tap [NEXT] to display the MAP again and wait for the next point to be selected. Tap [REMEASURE] to perform a re-measurement. Tap [STOP] to stop a measurement. Tap [PRINT] to print measurement results.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 41 3.6.4 Interlocking Operations Every time you tap the particle unit, it changes in the order of: CNT /cf /m3. Tap a particle size on the screen to display the data for the particular particle size. Tap to return to displaying data for all 6 particle sizes. Tap to switch to displaying a chart while measuring. A particle-size-based histogram will be displayed in SINGLE and CONTINUOUS modes.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure A time series chart will be displayed in INTERVAL, STATS and STANDARD modes. Tap to switch to the Single display. Tap to return to the Total display. For details on Total display and Single display, please refer to p10 Icons in the Status Display.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 43 STATS in Measurement RESULT There are six indications for STATUS; “OK”, “F”, “L”, “O”, “V” and “B”. Each means; OK: No error F: FLOW error L: LD error O: OPTION SENSOR error V: OVER B: BATTERY error Message when printing While data is being printed, the message shown to the left will be displayed. If you tap [STOP], you can cancel the printing. However, the data already transmitted to the printer will be printed.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 44 3.6.5 Saving Data If AUTO SAVE is not checked on the MODE setting window, data will not be saved to a file after measuring. If you try to change the MODE or start another measurement when AUTO SAVE is not checked, you will get the message shown below. - Tap [YES] to save the data. - Tap [NO] to discard the data. If the electricity goes out during a measurement, data will be treated as below.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 45 3.6.6 In Case that Measurement is Interrupted If you stop a measurement in STATS or STANDARD mode before all measurements complete, and there is more than one location where a determined set of measurements is finished, the instrument will be in a temporary state of suspension. The instrument will remain in a temporary state of suspension until a measurement restarts or completes. During this period you cannot change the measurement mode or MODE settings.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 46 [STANDARD] If you start a measurement when the instrument is in a temporary state of suspension, the message below will be displayed. Tap [YES] to resume measuring from the next LOCATION. Tap [NO] to display CLEAN ROOM EVALUATION. Then the measurement will be completed. Tap [PRINT] to print out the result. Tap [CANCEL] to close the CLEAN ROOM EVALUATION window. If you try to switch the mode, the message below will be displayed. Tap [OK].
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 47 3.7 FILE Select [FILE] on the initial screen. Then a screen shown to the left will be displayed. You can display, (a) print and delete data here. You can also display the list of files that has been outputted in the ALARM/ERROR LOG screen. *User needs to have authorization to copy files. (c) *User needs to have authorization to delete (b) files. The file name consists of an abbreviation of the measurement mode + Date + Time.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 48 (a) Select the [COPY] button to copy file and insert an MMC card or USB flash drive to store the selected (a) file(s). (b) Use “MEASURE MODE” to narrow down the files to be copied. (c) Select the file(s) to copy and tap [OK] to save. (c) (b) (Authentication required) (d) If an MMC card and USB flash drive are inserted together, a box will appear asking you to select either of the two. *The User needs the authorization (Copy Files) to copy files.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 49 3.8 MENU Select “MENU” on the initial screen to display the window. *User needs to have the authorization (Access Control Panel) to change the settings on the menu. 3.8.1 Measuring In the Measuring window you can configure the following settings; - CHART - PRINT - ALARM - OPTION SENSOR - START DELAY - MESSAGE - · CHART SETTING Configure the axis of the chart and range Y-axis in LINEAR scale settings.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 50 When you configure the chart settings as shown above, the chart will be shown as below. Y Axis: MAX value set in the PARTICLE tab in the CHART SETTING window is applied to the chart. Tap the MAX value to change it. (It changes in the order of MAX settings 1, 2, 3, and 4.) X Axis: MAX value set in the PARTICLE tab in the CHART SETTING window is applied to the chart. Tap the MAX value to change it.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 51 When you configure the chart settings as shown above, the chart will be shown as below. The MAX and MIN values set for each The MAX value set in the OPTION tab in sensor in the OPTION tab in the CHART the CHART SETTING window is applied to SETTING window is applied in the chart. the chart. Tap MAX or MIN value to change it. Tap MAX value to change it.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 52 · PRINT SETTING In the PRINT SETTING screen you can set output items for printing. Check “Alarm Print” to print the data at the moment of an alarm being issued and when it is lifted. In RAW DATA tab, you can configure the following settings: - RAW data printing ON/OFF - Particle size(s) to be printed - Option sensor data printing ON/OFF Check “RAW DATA INCLUDE” to print RAW data. Check the particle size of the data that you want to print.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 53 · ALARM SETTING In ALARM SETTING you can set thresholds for the particle alarm and option sensor alarm. In the PARTICLE tab, configure the unit and threshold for each particle. Check the particle size that you want to alarm by external contact output and audible alarm*. (* Note that audible alarm will be activated only when “Alarm Sound” is checked.) Also enter the threshold that you want to trigger the alarm.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 54 · OPTION SENSOR SETTING In the OPTION SENSOR SETTING screen you can confirm if the option sensor is connected or not, and whether or not to use the sensor. You can also set the unit and MIN/MAX measuring range for each sensor. MIN/MAX value should be the spec range for each sensor. A sensor will be displayed in blue if it is connected or in gray if it is not. To use an option sensor, check USE/NO USE box.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 55 · START DELAY In the START DELAY window set a measurement delay time. Tap the entry field to display a keyboard. Enter “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds” then tap [OK] to activate the settings (Authentication required). · MESSAGE SETTING In the MESSAGE SETTING window, you can choose whether or not to display messages for “PREPARATION” and “DELAY”. Tap [OK] in order to activate the settings (Authentication required).
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 56 3.8.2 Setting In the Setting window you can configure the following; - DATE/TIME - LCD - SOUND - COMMUNICATION - PUMP - REGION · DATE/TIME DATE/TIME setting; To adjust DATE, tap [▼] to display a calendar and set the date. To change the TIME, tap “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds” then use the [▲/▼] buttons to adjust the selected number. Tap [OK] to activate the settings (Authentication required).
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 57 · SOUND In the SOUND settings, you can configure the sound volume and sound type. You can use any Windows standard WAV format file for the sound functions. Create a folder named “Sound” on the MMC card. Then copy the WAV file(s) in the folder. You will be able to select the file from the list as long as the MMC card is installed (* is added to all of the WAV file names on the MMC card). Selected WAV files are transferred to internal data storage.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 58 · PUMP SETTING In the PUMP setting, you can decide if the pump is ON all the time or not. To have the pump running all the time, check the box for “PUMP ALWAYS ON”. Tap [OK] to save the settings and close the window. (Authentication required) Tap [CANCEL] to discard any changes. Having the pump always on eliminates the PREPARATION time before sampling.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 59 3.8.3 Other In the Other window you can configure the following settings; - USER ADMIN - LOGS - ABOUT - REMOTE MODE · User Management “User Setting” screen shows up by choosing “USER ADMIN” menu on the control panel. Registering a information, user, modifying deleting importing/exporting user an user account, information, printing user information, and changing a user password can be done from the “User Setting” window.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 60 User Information Window In the User Information Window you can add (a) (b) users and edit user information. “Information” tab contains user information (c) (d) (e) “Qualification” tab is for setting (f) (a) User Number: automatically assigned (g) (b) User Name: up to 40 characters user authorizations. (c) User ID: up to 16 characters.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 61 Qualification Administrator: An administrator automatically has authorization to perform all tasks. “Manage Users” is only assigned to the administrator. Manage Users: Allows a user to add, edit, delete, and activate / deactivate users. Access Control Panel: Allows a user to change settings in the control panel. Change Measurement Mode: Allows a user to change the measurement mode.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 62 · Log Maintenance The “Log Maintenance” screen shows up (a) when you select “LOGS” on the control panel. Users can review and print-out the log files, such as the operation log, alarm log, and error log (b) (c) *User needs the authorization (View Logs) to view logs. *User needs the authorization (Copy (d) Files) to copy files.
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 63 · ABOUT Tap [ABOUT] to view the firmware version of the instrument and the remaining capacity of the internal data storage. · REMOTE MODE SETTING In the REMOTE MODE SETTING, check “START IN REMOTE MODE” to activate remote mode automatically when the instrument is turned ON. Enter remote address in the entry field for ID. Tap [OK] to save the settings and close the window. Tap [CANCEL] to discard changes. .
3. Display Description and Operation Procedure 64 3.8.4 LOG OUT Tap [LOG OUT] to return to the “LOG IN” screen. At this screen, you can switch the user and also can shut-down the instrument. When the [OK] button is tapped after a user ID and password are inputted, you return to MENU screen. Tap [SHUTDOWN]. A window will be displayed asking “Do you want to shut down the power?” 5 seconds after tapping [YES], the instrument will shut down. *Make sure to turn the power off at the “LOG IN” screen.
4. PC Applications 65 4. PC Applications The provided PC applications allow you to process measurement data and to operate the instrument from a Windows computer via network. This section describes important settings when using the PC applications. For details of each application, refer to the operation manual “AIRBORNE PARTICLE COUNTER SOFTWARE”. 4.1 User Management You can transfer files from the instrument and edit them on PCs.
4. PC Applications 66 COMMUNICATION SETTING screen. ・ To access the instrument form a PC, enter the HOST NAME specified in the COMMUNICATION SETTING. ・ User authentication is required when connecting to the instrument. Enter your User ID and Password as registered in the instrument. User needs the authorization (Copy Files) to copy files. 4.4 Remote Measurement You can read data stored in the instrument directly from PCs connected via network to take measurements.
5. Connecting Option Sensors 67 5. Connecting Option Sensors Two types of sensors plus an alarm function are available as optional extras for this instrument. By connecting the sensors or an alarm to three different connectors on the rear of the unit, you can perform two different kinds of measurement and one contact output for the alarm simultaneously. Temperature, Humidity, Velocity Probe - Model 6531 Temp. Range -20 to 70 °C Temp. Accuracy ±0.
6. Printing Examples 6. Printing Examples 6.1 Printing Example for Each Measurement Mode 6.1.1 SINGLE [SG20101201120000] Ser.No. = 654321 Measured by kanomax Measured on 12/01/2010 Sample Time = 00:01:00 Repeats = 1 Printed by kanomax Particle [p][Total] TIME 0.3um 0.5um 1.0um 12:00:00 8000 5000 3000 TIME 3.0um 5.0um 10.0um 12:00:00 1000 500 100 TIME T[C] H[%] V[m/s] P[Pa] 12:00:00 25.2 68.5 0.1 15 6.1.2 CONTINUOUS [CO20101201120000] Ser.No.
69 6. Printing Examples 6.1.3 INTERVAL [IN20101201120000] Ser. No. = 654321 Measured by kanomax Measured on 12/01/2010 Sample Time = 00:00:06 Repeats = 10 Printed by kanomax Start at 12/01/2010 12:00:00 Sample Time = 00:00:06 Repeats = 10 Particles [p] 0.3um Min= 15623 Ave= 15848.3 0.5um Min= 389 Ave= 441.9 1.0um Min= 57 Ave= 90.9 3.0um Min= 3 Ave= 7.4 5.0um Min= 0 Ave= 1.4 10.0um Min= 0 Ave= 0.2 Temperature [C] Min= 24.8 Ave= 25.2 Humidity [%] Min= 64.3 Ave= 65.4 Velocity [m/s] Min= 0.1 Ave= 0.
70 6. Printing Examples 6.1.4 STATS [ST20101201120000] Ser. No. = 654321 Measured by kanomax Measured on 12/01/2010 Sample Time = 00:01:00 Repeats = 5 Printed by kanomax 1:Location1 (1/5) Start at 12/01/2010 12:00:00 Sample Time = 00:00:06 Repeats = 10 Particles [p] 0.3um Min= 15623 Ave= 15848.3 0.5um Min= 389 Ave= 441.9 1.0um Min= 57 Ave= 90.9 3.0um Min= 3 Ave= 7.4 5.0um Min= 0 Ave= 1.4 10.0um Min= 0 Ave= 0.2 Temperature [C] Min= 24.8 Ave= 25.2 Humidity [%] Min= 64.3 Ave= 65.4 Velocity [m/s] Min= 0.
71 6. Printing Examples 6.1.5 STANDARD [IS20101201120000] Ser. No. = 654321 Measured by kanomax Measured on 12/01/2010 Sample Time = 00:01:00 Repeats = 5 Printed by kanomax Class = ISO 6 Sizes = 0.3um 1:Location1 2:Location2 3:Location3 4:Location4 5:Location5 ALL SE UCL 2887279 2848409 2793992 2904593 2840989 p/m3 p/m3 p/m3 p/m3 p/m3 Particles [p][Total] TIME 0.3um 0.5um 12:00:00 15924 389 12:01:00 15623 439 NG NG NG NG NG Eval.
72 7. Battery Charge 7. Battery Charge 7.1 Charging Battery When the AC adapter is connected, you can charge the battery (one or two) when it is installed in the instrument. When the battery is fully charged, the Power state LED becomes red. When the battery is charging, the power state LED will blink. Note: if the battery is charging now, you should not pull the battery out or insert another battery. It may damage the battery or the instrument.
8. Main Specifications 73 8. Main Specifications Product Name Airborne Particle Counter Model Model 3910 Optical Source Laser Diode (two-year warranty) Particle Size Distribution 0.3 / 0.5 / 1.0 / 3.0 / 5.0 / 10.0 μm (6 Channels) Rated Flow 50L/min. Counting Efficiency 50±20% (Compliant with ISO 21501-4) Spurious Count 0.2 counts/cf or less (Compliant with ISO 21501-4) Max Detectable Concentration Sampling Time 500,000 counts/cf (=17,667.
9. Troubleshooting 74 9. Troubleshooting Symptom Cannot obtain Zero Count Possible Cause 1) (When using a filter) Maintenance The inside of the optical system may Attach the zero filter and perform purging for a be dirty. prolonged time. After performing a measurement in a highly concentrated environment, attach the zero filter and perform purging. 2) The filter’s air tightness may be Replace your zero filter. deteriorated.
9. Troubleshooting Symptom 【LD ERR】 75 Possible Cause The laser may be damaged. Maintenance Return the instrument to your distributor or to your KANOMAX service center for repair. 【FLOW ERR】 The flow channel may be interrupted. Make sure that the inlet and outlet are not blocked. The pump may be damaged. Return the instrument to your distributor or to your KANOMAX service center for repair. 【BATTERY ERR】 Power capacity is low. If using a rechargeable battery, charge the battery.
10. Warranty and After-sales Service 76 10. Warranty and After-sales Service KANOMAX Limited Warranty The limited warranty set below is given by KANOMAX with respect to the KANOMAX brand Airborne Particle Counter, its attachment parts including Probe and other accessories (hereafter referred to as “PRODUCT”) that you have purchased. PRODUCT you have purchased shall be the only one that the limited warranty stated herein applies to.
10. Warranty and After-sales Service 77 After-sales Service If the PRODUCT is malfunctioning, please see “Troubleshooting” page 79 to find possible causes first. Repair parts are retained for a minimum period of five (5) years after production cessation of the PRODUCT. This storage period of repair parts is considered as the period during which KANOMAX can provide repair service. For more information, please contact your sales representative.
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