Apex Instruments XD-502 - What to Do When the Unit Arrives; Unpack and Inspect; Become Familiar with Console Operations; Leak Checks

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1.4 What To Do When the Unit Arrives
1.4.1 Unpack and inspect
1.4.2 Become familiar with console operations
1.4.3 Leak checks
1.4.4 Calibration audits
1.4.5 Test plan and methods
Unpack the unit from its shipping container. Inspect the exterior of the unit for visible damage or
missing components. Remove the lid by using the four butterfly latches and visually inspect the front of
the unit.
Do not tamper with the internal components unless otherwise recommended.
Check the packing list to ensure that everything has arrived. The console comes with a pre-test
calibration certificate for the dry gas meter and temperature sensors. A power cord will also be included
for any units that use 120V supplied power.
Perform mock sample runs to ensure operation of console follows proposed test plan and EPA Method
procedures.
Perform the console leak checks as explained in Section 3.2.5 Console Leak Check Procedure on
page 21 of this manual.
The unit is sold with a factory dry gas meter calibration at flow rates appropriate for the unit. Apex
Instruments suggests performing audits of the dry gas meter before and after each testing period and
performing a full calibration on the dry gas meter, sensors and thermocouples annually. Ensure that
you verify calibration standards with your local administrator.
Perform the unit calibration audits as explained in Section 4.1 Pre-Test Calibrations on page 45 of this
manual.
Begin the sampling operation procedures as directed by the applicable EPA Method and local
compliance regulations.
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