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High Volume
Air Sampler
User Manual
Version: 1.7
November 2009
Tel: (+61) 1300 364 946. Fax: (+61) 1300 668 763.
E-mail: ecotech@ecotech.com.au
Spare Parts parts@ecotech.com.au
Address: International - Head Office
1492 Ferntree Gully rd Knoxfield Victoria, 3180, Australia

Table of Contents

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Ecotech HiVol 3000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEcotech
ModelHiVol 3000
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Manufacturers Statement

Safety Precautions

WARNING

Hazardous voltages and precautions for safe operation.

Safety Requirements

Essential safety practices and guidelines for operation.

Factory Service and Warranty Information

Product Warranty

Details of the 12-month warranty on parts and labour.

Returns Process

Procedure for factory repairs, including authorization and required information.

Shipment Claims

Damaged Shipments

Procedure for handling damaged goods and required documentation.

Shipping Discrepancies

Process for reporting shortages or other discrepancies in shipments.

International Symbols

Ecotech Equipment Symbols

Explanation of symbols used on Ecotech equipment per IEC and ISO standards.

CE Conformity and Safety

Electrical and Safety Conformity

Compliance with EC directives for emissions, immunity, and electrical safety.

Safety Requirements

Essential safety practices and guidelines for operation.

Technical Specifications

Equipment rating, voltage, frequency, and environmental conditions.

Manual Revision History

Introduction

Product Description

Overview of the HiVol 3000's capabilities for particulate and meteorological monitoring.

Key Features

Specifications

Flow Control

Details on volumetric flow rate range, accuracy, and repeatability.

Temperature and Pressure Measurement

Sensor specifications for ambient temperature and barometric pressure.

Power Supply

Voltage, frequency, and power connector details for the sampler.

Physical and Operational Specifications

Operating Conditions

Recommended ambient temperature and humidity ranges for operation.

Physical Features

Case dimensions, inlet materials, weight, and glossary of terms.

Nomenclature

Glossary of terms and acronyms used in the manual.

Background and Theory

Particulate Monitoring Background

Historical development of air quality standards for PM10 and PM2.5.

Ecotech HiVol Background

Evolution of high-volume air sampling techniques and the HiVol sampler.

Sampling Method

Explanation of how the HiVol 3000 collects and measures airborne particles.

Sampling Methods

TSP Sampling

Procedure for sampling Total Suspended Particulates.

PM10 and PM2.5 Sampling

Procedure for sampling PM10 and PM2.5 using size selective inlets.

Particulate Matter Standards

U.S. EPA Ambient Standards

Primary standards for PM10 and PM2.5, including reference conditions.

Australian Ambient Standards

Objectives for PM10 concentration and allowable exceedances.

U.S. EPA Reference Method Designation

Configuration requirements for EPA designated reference methods.

Instrument Description

Sampler Housing

Details on the sampler's aluminium enclosure, doors, and fasteners.

Blower Motor

Information on the induction motor, silencers, and bearings.

Flow Path

Description of the inlet funnel, joining sleeve, and tubing.

Flow Sensor

Function and location of the precision mass flow sensor.

Flow Control

Explanation of the Variable Speed Drive (VSD) for flow rate regulation.

Enclosure and Interfaces

Details on electronics, control panel, power inlet, and filter cassette.

Temperature Sensor

Location and function of the temperature sensor for flow control.

Installation Guide

Initial Check

Procedures for checking delivery, inspecting for damage, and basic testing.

Assembly

Steps for assembling the inlet hood, SSI, and muffler.

Inlet Hood Assembly

Detailed steps for attaching and adjusting the inlet hood.

HiVol Hood Attachment

Diagram and instructions for securing the inlet hood.

PM10 PM2.5 SSI Assembly

Steps for assembling the optional PM10 or PM2.5 Size Selective Inlet.

Assembling the Muffler

Instructions for installing the optional muffler for noise reduction.

Connecting Wind SensorRain-gauge

Procedure for connecting optional wind speed/direction sensors or rain gauges.

External Trigger Connection

How to connect an external trigger for remote activation.

Mounting and Siting

Siting Guidelines

Criteria for selecting appropriate sampling sites for representative data.

Mounting Procedures

Steps for securely mounting the sampler on a level surface.

Instrument Setup

Power Connections

Detailed instructions for connecting the sampler to a power source.

Power Connection Diagram

Diagram illustrating the HiVol power connection with safety devices.

Exhaust Connections

Guidelines for connecting exhaust tubing for noise reduction.

Muffler Installation

Instructions for installing the optional muffler.

Filter Selection for TSP

Choosing appropriate filter media for Total Suspended Particulates sampling.

Filter Selection for PM10 PM2.5

Choosing appropriate filter media for PM10 and PM2.5 sampling.

Filter Preparation

Steps for inspecting, coding, and conditioning filter papers.

Installing Sample Filter

Procedure for installing a filter into the sampler cassette.

Transporting and Storage

Operation

Warmup Procedure

Steps for connecting power, switching on, and initial system check.

General Operational Information

Overview of the control panel, data logging, and input connectors.

HiVol Sampling Protocol

Explanation of conditional sampling parameters and continuous operation setup.

Menu Operation

How to navigate menus and operate the sampler controls.

Changing Menu Settings

Procedure for modifying sampler parameters via the menu system.

Menu Operand Types

Description of data types used for menu operands.

Main Screen Display

Overview of the information displayed on the main screen.

Sampling

Pre-Sampling Procedures

Quality assurance procedures before starting a sampling run.

Beginning Sampling

Steps for installing a filter and starting a sampling period.

Conclusion of Sampling

Procedures for ending a sampling period and removing the filter.

Recording Corrected Volume and Clearing Logger

How to record data and reset the logger for the next cycle.

Menus and Screens

Menu Structure Overview

Diagram illustrating the sampler's menu hierarchy.

Status Screen

Displays current sampler status and parameter readings.

Setup Menu Options

Overview of parameters configurable via the Setup menu.

Times Menu Configuration

Setting programmable timer options for sampling periods.

Wind Menu Configuration

Setting wind sector and speed parameters for conditional sampling.

Trigger Setup Menu

Configuring parameters for external triggering of the sampler.

Logger Setup Menu

Setting data averaging/storage period and clearing logged data.

Clock Menu Settings

Setting the current date and time for the sampler.

Flow Alarm Settings

Configuring flow rate limits for alarm generation.

Major Fault Handling

Controls for sampler restart after errors like 'Filter Blocked'.

Manual Menu Operation

Operating the sampler in manual mode for checks and verification.

Calibration Menu

Accessing the calibration functions for sensors and flow rate.

Calibration

Flow Rate Calibration

Steps for calibrating the flow rate using an orifice plate or transfer standard.

Calibration Setup Diagram

Diagram illustrating the flow rate calibration setup.

Flow Rate Calibration Corrections

Considerations for ambient temperature and pressure during calibration.

Using the Calibration Chart

How to use the orifice plate calibration chart for flow determination.

Drop in Pressure Calculation

Formula and example for calculating pressure drop across the orifice plate.

Flow Rate Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing flow rate calibration.

Temperature and Pressure Sensor Calibration

Procedures for calibrating ambient temperature and barometric pressure sensors.

Temperature Sensor Calibration Steps

Detailed steps for calibrating the temperature sensor.

Barometric Pressure Sensor Calibration Steps

Detailed steps for calibrating the barometric pressure sensor.

Downloading Data

Connecting to Computer

Steps for connecting the HiVol to a PC using a serial cable.

Using Downloader Software

Installation and usage of the Ecotech Downloader software.

Running the Downloader Program

Instructions on how to launch and operate the data downloader program.

Alternative Communication Method

Using terminal emulators for data download.

Data Calculations

Overview of how sample volume and mass concentration are calculated.

Sample Volume Calculation

Explanation of sample volume calculation and correction to STP.

Mass Concentration Calculation

Explanation of how mass concentration is determined.

Mass Concentration Formula

The formula used for calculating mass concentration.

Maintenance

Maintenance Tools

List of tools required for general maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance tasks and their frequency.

General Sampler Component Check

Inspection of power cords, structure, housing, and gaskets.

Automatic Flow Check

Verifying the operation of the automatic flow compensation.

Cassette Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the filter cassette and supporting structure.

Size Selective Inlet Maintenance

Cleaning and regreasing the collection shim in the SSI.

SSI Cleaning Schedule

Schedule for cleaning the Size Selective Inlet components.

TSP Concentration and Cleaning Intervals

Guidelines for TSP concentration-based cleaning intervals.

Application of Grease

Instructions for applying grease to the Teflon Ring of the SSI.

Flow Sensor Adjustment

Procedure for re-zeroing or adjusting the flow sensor.

Flow Sensor Replacement

Steps for replacing the flow sensor, including panel removal.

Removing the Rear Panel

Instructions for safely removing the rear access panel.

Refitting Flow Sensor Components

Steps for reassembling the sampler after flow sensor replacement.

Hidden Menu Parameters

Accessing and understanding hidden menu parameters for advanced settings.

Appendix A: Noise Test

Appendix B: References

Appendix C: Accessories

Appendix D: Field Operation Checklist

Filter Custody Record

Field Calibration Record

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