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Read and understand this user manual completely before operating the Tiger instrument.
Do not use abrasive or chemical detergents to clean the Tiger instrument as this may reduce...
The Tiger must not be exposed to atmospheres known to have an adverse effect on Thermoplastic...
No part of the Tiger may be opened in a hazardous area except for replacement of the battery pack.
Charge Tiger and its lithium ion battery packs in a Non Hazardous environment only.
Never replace primary Alkaline battery cells while in a potentially explosive or hazardous location.
The Tiger's lithium ion and alkaline battery packs have been specially designed to allow connection...
Use supplied battery packs only on the Tiger. Never replace primary alkaline battery cells...
The Tiger must be functionally checked prior to entering a hazardous area after every occasion...
The USB port can only be used in a Non Hazardous environment.
Ion Science Ltd can accept no responsibility for the incorrect adjustment of features that cause harm...
It is essential that the TIGER is always used with a supplied 0.5 micron PTFE Filter Disc fitted...
TIGER has been manufactured in compliance with ISO9001:2008, which ensures that the equipment supplied...
Dispose of TIGER, its components and any used batteries in accordance with all local and national safety...
Ion Science Ltd offers a calibration service including the issue of certification confirming calibration with...
Ion Science Ltd accepts no liability for errors or omissions, or any consequences deriving from the use of...
Ion Science Ltd recommend that you familiarise yourself with this manual before using your TIGER.
Ensure that the inlet probe supplied is fitted to your TIGER. Details on how to fit and change inlet probe...
Press the Enter / On/Off key once to turn TIGER on.
Press and hold the Enter / On/Off key for 3 seconds, indicated by a 3 second countdown, to turn TIGER off.
Check that your TIGER has sufficient charge for use. The battery icon should show at least two full segments.
TIGER instruments leave Ion Science Ltd pre-set for gas type TVOC (total volatile organic compounds).
We recommend that alarm levels are set to user specifications as soon as possible before the TIGER is used.
The full functionality of your TIGER can only be realised through the TIGER PC software.
The keypad comprises two soft keys: A and B, Up and Down arrow keys, an Escape (Esc) key, and an Enter / On/Off button.
Details the functions of the soft keys, arrow keys, Enter/On/Off, and Escape keys.
The display is divided into four sections: Fixed LCD Status icons, main central viewing screen, soft key areas.
Icons display instrument status such as Health and Safety, Peak Hold, Memory Status, and USB connection.
Light beam lines appear when the backlight is on.
Indicates volume level and alarm sounder status.
Icon indicates 'Low alarm' or 'High alarm' conditions.
When the flashlight / torch is illuminated the light beams appear.
Icon appears when the TIGER configuration has been locked in TIGER PC.
Displays readings in four large numbers during normal operation.
Displays icons for soft key options, selected using Up and Down keys.
To switch the TIGER on press the Enter / On/Off key once.
To switch the TIGER off press and hold the Enter / On/Off key.
Press and hold the Zzz soft key to send the TIGER to sleep.
Pressing the Zero soft key presents two zero options: absolute zero or relative zero.
Press the Zone soft key to display the currently selected Zone.
Press the Single Data Log soft key to take a single data log reading.
Pressing the Multiple Data Log soft key results in the multiple log symbol appearing with a question mark.
Press the Health and Safety (H&S) soft key to display the H&S symbol with a question mark.
Press the Gas Selection soft key to display an alphabetical letter which can be changed using the Up and Down keys.
Press the Peak Hold soft key to present the screen.
Press the Average soft key to display a rolling average over 10 seconds.
When selected all audible and visual alarms are disabled except for the alarm indicator on the screen.
Press the Options soft key to give access to various adjustable features.
Four options are presented: 'Permanently Off', 'Permanently On', 'On in low ambient light', or 'On For Limited Time'.
The sound options are presented as set up in TIGER PC.
Only two options are presented: Factory Calibration and Custom Calibration.
Not for operator use. Users can set their instruments to operate using the factory calibrated values.
See the 'Maintenance' section of the manual page 37.
Upper and Lower alarm settings are displayed. Select the subject alarm using the Up and Down keys.
Select the available units by using the Up and Down keys and then press Enter.
Select the lamp type by pressing the Up and Down keys and then press Enter.
Pressing the Information soft key allows access to a number of other information screens.
TIGER PC Software must be used in conjunction with a PC or laptop using Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7.
Download the TigerPC software from the Ion Science website.
Double click the TIGER icon on your desktop and open TIGER PC.
This screen will show you if a new version of PC software is available.
Click on 'Instrument(s)'. If your TIGER has previously been connected to your PC your instruments IRN will appear.
This screen allows the installation of TigerPC Upgrade.
This page gives the current status of your TIGER.
The 'Features' screen indicates which of the available updates has been added to your TIGER.
Use this screen to configure your TIGER.
Choose from 'Permanently Off', 'Permanently On', 'On in low ambient Light', or 'On For Limited Time'.
The three icons represent: key press; alarm; and crescendo.
The units of measurement may be chosen as parts per million (ppm) or milligrams per cubic meter cubed (mg/m³).
The Lock function allows a supervisor to restricts access to critical functions.
Sleep during PC connect will send the instrument into sleep mode while it is connected to the PC software.
The various functions may be allocated to the soft buttons in any order of preference by dragging and dropping.
Please refer to the TIGER Select User Manual.
This function allows either an assumed constant zero or for the zero to be tracked.
Select 24 or 12 hour format using the radial buttons. Set the time and date.
Enables the selection of different lamp types you may have purchased to use with your instrument.
Considerations for using the MiniPID 2 Lamp (Argon) 11.7eV.
Use this area to set the interval between readings, the minimum time permitted is one second.
If you select the bell symbol your TIGER will alarm when the memory log is full.
Use this table to define and name up to 128 separate zones.
To set your TIGER to vibrate under alarm conditions select the 'vibrate' symbol.
Select the appropriate regulatory code to which you are working.
Use this area to define your Custom Calibration parameters.
Enter the text you wish to appear on the startup screen of your TIGER.
When you have configured your instrument or completed your changes, send them to your TIGER.
Select 'Gas Table' from the menu to display the Gas Table.
This screen displays the current firmware version installed on your TIGER.
Connect your TIGER to your PC as described previously. Any fresh data-logged readings will be downloaded...
This screen displays the latest Health and Safety readings held on your TIGER.
A snapshot records the settings and calibration data on your TIGER at any particular point in time.
Disclaimers related to the software license, warranty, and liability.
This License is effective until terminated. This License will terminate automatically without notice...
The SOFTWARE and accompanying materials are provided 'as is' without warranty of any kind.
As the only warranty under this Agreement, lon Science Ltd warrants the Memory Stick(s) is free from defects...
lon Science Ltd entire liability and the original Licensee's exclusive remedy are at the discretion of lon Science Ltd.
No oral or written information or advice given by lon Science Ltd will create a warranty or increase the scope...
lon Science Ltd will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damages.
The laws of the United Kingdom govern this Agreement.
Battery charging and replacement warnings and precautions.
Charge TIGER and its Lithium ion battery packs in a Non Hazardous environment only.
Never replace primary Alkaline battery cells while in a potentially explosive or hazardous location.
The TIGER's Lithium ion and Alkaline battery packs have been specially designed to allow connection...
Ensure the TIGER is charged for at least 7 hours before using it for the first time.
Procedure to replace the Rechargeable Battery Pack (A2).
Procedure for replacing non-rechargeable AA batteries in the battery pack.
The flow of gas through the instrument has fallen below 50cc/minute. Check probe and filter for blockage.
The TIGER will shut down when the battery level falls below 2%. Recharge the battery.
The PID lamp has failed to strike (illuminate); this may occur at switch on or during use.
The data log memory is full. This will only happen if the Log Full box is set to 'alarm'.
The instrument's firmware is corrupted.
Important note for calibration procedure.
Select Custom Calibration and press Enter to confirm selection.
All component parts of the probe assembly can be replaced if they become damages or contaminated.
The Filter Disc should be changed after every 100 hours of use.
Procedure for replacing and cleaning the PID sensor and lamp.
The TIGER is a sensitive detector. Internal components must be handled with clean hands and clean tools.
Warning against refitting a damaged lamp.
Procedure for cleaning the TIGER PID lamp window.
Instructions for using the PID Lamp Cleaning Kit.
Exploded view and parts list of the Tiger main assembly.
Standard warranty can be extended to up to 5 years on the TIGER when registering your instrument.
Contact details for Ion Science Ltd's Head Office in the UK.
Contact details for Ion Science Inc's US Corporate Headquarters.
Contact details for Ion Science Messtechnik GMBH in Germany.
Contact details for Ion Science Italia in Italy.
General| Ingress Protection | IP65 |
|---|---|
| Target Gas | VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Battery Life | Up to 24 hours |
| Humidity Range | 0 to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Sensor Type | PID (Photoionization Detector) |
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