TSI Instruments Aerotrak 9303 User Manual

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Contents
Manual History ............................................................................................ ii
Warranty ..................................................................................................... iii
Contents ...................................................................................................... v
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
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Handheld Airborne Particle Counter .......... 1-1
Optional Accessories ....................................................................... 1-3
CHAPTER 2 Getting Started ................................................................... 2-1
Installing the Isokinetic Inlet ................................................................ 2-1
Providing Power .................................................................................. 2-2
Installing the Battery ........................................................................ 2-2
To Use AC Power ............................................................................ 2-3
Quick Start........................................................................................... 2-4
CHAPTER 3 Operation ............................................................................ 3-1
Warm-up Time .................................................................................... 3-3
Main Menu and Basic Operation ......................................................... 3-3
Main Menu ....................................................................................... 3-3
Basic Operation ............................................................................... 3-4
Settings Menu ..................................................................................... 3-6
Sample Menu ...................................................................................... 3-7
Buffer Menu ......................................................................................... 3-8
Utility Menu ......................................................................................... 3-9
CHAPTER 4 Data Handling ..................................................................... 4-1
USB Computer Communication .......................................................... 4-1
Installing Software ............................................................................... 4-1
CHAPTER 5 Maintenance ....................................................................... 5-1
Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................ 5-1
Zero Check .......................................................................................... 5-1
Cleaning the Instrument Enclosure ..................................................... 5-1
CHAPTER 6 Troubleshooting ................................................................. 6-1

TSI Instruments Aerotrak 9303 Specifications

General

Size Range .	0.3 to 25 µm
Channel Sizes .	0.3 µm and 5.0 µm fixed; 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, or 2.5 µm selectable middle channel.
Counting Efficiency .	50% at 0.3 µm; 100% for particles > 0.45 µm (per ISO 21501-4 and JIS)
Concentration Limits .	2, 000, 000 particles/ft3 at 5% coincidence loss
Zero Count Level .	<1 count / 5 minutes (per ISO 21501-4 and JIS B9921)
Flow Rate .	0.1 CFM (2.83 L/min)
Calibration .	NIST traceable with TSI® calibration system
Sampling Modes .	Manual and automatic
Sampling Time .	1 second to 99 minutes 59 seconds
Sampling Frequency .	1 to 999 cycles or continuous
Light Source .	Long life laser diode
Sample Probe/Tubing .	Isokinetic sampling probe
Exhaust .	Internal HEPA filter
Vacuum Source .	Internal pump
External Surface .	High impact injection molded plastic
Communication Mode .	USB serial output
Data Storage .	1, 500 sample records
Status Indicators .	Low battery and service
Display .	3.2-in. (8.1 cm) 160 x 160 monochrome LCD
AC Power . (power to AC adapter)	110 to 240 VAC 50-60 Hz Universal in-line power supply with country specific plugs
DC Power . (power to instrument)	9 VDC @ 1.5 A
Battery .	Rechargeable Li-Ion
Battery Life .	Up to 4.5 hours of continuous use
Recharge Time .	< 3 hours

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions (L x W x H)	9.1 x 6.3 x 2.4 in. (23 x 11 x 6.2 cm) (without isokinetic inlet)
Weight .	1.3 lbs (0.58 kg) with battery