Gilian Gil Air Plus - User Manual

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IOM Sampling with the Gilian Gil Air Plus Pump Procedure
Calibrating GilAir Pump with IOM Sampler
To turn pump on, press the check mark/power button until screen lights up.
Check the flow rate:
1. Press the check mark/power button.
2. Use down arrow to scroll to “Flow Set.”
3. Adjust the flow using the +/- buttons to set flow rate to 2000 cc/min (2 L/min).
After pump has charged:
1. Pull pump off charger.
2. Press check mark/power button.
Photo 1. Gilian Pump Calibration Setup
3. Use “down” arrow until indicator is on “Calibrate.” Press check mark/power
button.
 Allow the pump to run in calibrate mode for about five minutes.

Summary

Calibrating GilAir Pump with IOM Sampler

Check and Set Flow Rate

Steps to verify and adjust the pump's flow rate to 2000 cc/min.

Post-Charge Pump Actions

Instructions to perform after the pump has been charged.

Initiate Pump Calibration Mode

Navigating pump menu to select and start calibration mode.

Calibration Setup

Assemble Calibration Train

Connecting the IOM, calibration adapter, and tubing for calibration.

Connect Calibrator Tubing

Attaching tubing to the calibration adapter and calibrator inlet.

Calibrator Operation

Turn On and Select Measure

Powering the calibrator and selecting the 'measure' option.

Set Continuous Operation

Configuring the calibrator to run continuously until stopped.

Connect Tubing to Pump

Connecting the second end of the tubing to the pump inlet.

Calibration Adjustment and Recording

Adjust Pump Flow Based on Readings

Modifying the pump's flow rate to match the calibrator's average reading.

Record Final Calibration Data

Stabilizing readings, recording the average flow, and calibration time.

Reset and Exit Calibrator

Clearing the calibrator display and returning the pump to the main screen.

Sampling on Personnel

Attach Pump and Tubing

Connecting the calibrated pump and tubing to the person's belt.

Position IOM Filter

Running tubing to the breathing zone and clipping the IOM filter correctly.

Start and Monitor Sampling

Turning on the pump and verifying it is in run mode with correct flow.

Stopping and Pausing the Pump

Stop Sampling Event

Pressing the check mark/power button and selecting 'Stop' to end the event.

Pause Sampling Event

Pressing the check mark/power button and selecting 'Pause' to temporarily stop.

Post Calibration Checks

Perform Post-Calibration Run

Running the pump briefly and connecting to calibrator tubing for post-checks.

Record Post-Calibration Flow

Allowing the piston to cycle and recording the average flow as the post-calibration reading.

Troubleshooting Pump Faults

Identify Fault Conditions

Recognizing pump faults due to kinks or blockages, indicated by a red light.

View Fault Information

Checking the fault time and details via the 'Review' tab on the main screen.

Gilian Gil Air Plus Specifications

General

Brand	Gilian
Model	Gil Air Plus
Category	Water Pump
Language	English