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PP Systems EGM-4 User Manual

PP Systems EGM-4
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EGM-4 Environmental Gas
Monitor For CO
2
Operator’s Manual
Version 4.19
For Firmware (EPROM) Version 1.46 and Greater
© 2012 PP Systems. All Rights Reserved
14 February 2013
PP Systems
110 Haverhill Road, Suite 301
Amesbury, MA 01913 U.S.A.
Tel: +1 978.834.0505
Fax: +1 978.834.0545
Email: support@ppsystems.com
Web Site: http://www.ppsystems.com

Table of Contents

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PP Systems EGM-4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelEGM-4
DisplayLCD
ApplicationEnvironmental monitoring
Resolution0.1 ppm for CO2
Power SupplyRechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Battery LifeUp to 8 hours
Dimensions220 x 100 x 50 mm

Summary

Preface and System Calibration

System Calibration

Factory calibrated system; recalibration procedures mentioned.

User Registration

Registering customers for updates and access to user sections.

Warning Notice and Condensation Risk

Condensation Risk

Risk of water entering analyzer; filter recommendations.

PP Systems' Contact Information

Technical Specification

Introduction and Measurement Principle

Measurement Principle

Explanation of the non-dispersive infrared gas analysis technique.

Getting Familiar With The EGM-4 (Front Panel)

LCD Display

Description of the 2x16 character backlit LCD display.

Getting Familiar With The EGM-4 (Ports)

Environmental Sensor Inputs (I/O Ports)

Details on connecting external sensors and probe types.

Getting Familiar With The EGM-4 (Outputs and Column)

Analog and Current Output

Information on setting analog voltage and 4-20 mA outputs.

RS232 Port

Information on the RS232 port for data transfer.

Soda Lime Absorber Column

Function of the soda lime column for CO2 scrubbing.

Getting Familiar With The EGM-4 (Soda Lime, Battery, Power)

Soda Lime

Description of soda lime, its function, and replacement.

Keypad and Gas Ports

Explanation of keypad functions and description of gas ports.

Battery and Powering

Internal batteries, powering options, and NiMH battery usage.

Getting Familiar With The EGM-4 (Charging)

CHARGING THE INTERNAL 12V NIMH BATTERY

Procedure for charging the internal 12V NiMH battery.

Power Supply/Charger

Technical specifications of the AC adapter/charger.

Getting Familiar With The EGM-4 (Power Switch)

Power Switch

How to turn the instrument on and off.

Operation

Main Menu and Navigation

Overview of the Main Menu options and instrument navigation.

Operation (Measurement Modes)

Recording and Probe Types

Starting recording, probe types, and display structures for various modes.

Stand Alone CO2 Analyzer (Probe Type 0)

Display structures for standalone CO2 analysis.

Measurement Mode Display Structure

Detailed breakdown of display screens in measurement mode.

Changing Plot Number

How to change the plot number for recorded data.

Environmental Monitor (Probe Types 1-6 and 10)

Display structures for environmental monitoring with sensors.

PP Systems Environmental Sensor Conversions

Conversions for PAR, %RH, and temperature sensor data.

Steady State Porometer (Probe Type 7)

Display structures for porometer measurements.

Closed System Soil Respiration (Probe Type 8)

Procedures for closed system soil respiration measurements.

Use of PAR Sensor with SRC-1 Chamber

Guide for using PAR sensor with SRC-1 chamber.

Oxygen (Probe Type 9)

Display structure for oxygen measurements.

Open System Soil Respiration (Probe Type 11)

Procedures for open system soil respiration measurements.

System Equilibrium

Understanding system equilibrium and response times for chambers.

Calculation Of Fluxes For CFX And CPY Chambers

Formulas for calculating fluxes from chamber measurements.

Operation (System Settings and Data)

System Settings (2SET)

Accessing system settings like probe type and zero type.

Probe Setting Override

Using 1EGM to set the EGM-4 display for intended application.

Changing the Zero Type

Selecting between Auto, Manual, or External zero modes.

Changing the Zero Time

Setting the interval for automatic zero checks.

Pump Control (3PMP)

Enabling or disabling the internal sampling pump.

Static Sampling

Procedure for injecting samples directly into the sample cell.

Averaging Limit (4AV)

Setting the averaging limit for readings.

Recording Type (5RECD)

Configuring manual or automatic recording intervals.

Alarm Settings (6ALM)

Setting high and low CO2 alarm thresholds.

Setting the Low CO2 Alarm Setpoint

Setting low alarm thresholds for CO2 concentration.

Setting the High CO2 Alarm Setpoint

Setting high alarm thresholds for CO2 concentration.

Analog Voltage Output (7VOUT)

Checking and setting the analog voltage output range.

Calibration (3CAL)

Procedure for connecting calibration gas to the EGM-4.

Data Handling (4DMP)

Viewing stored data directly on the LCD display.

Data Dump and Transfer

Transmitting stored data to a PC using software.

Data Logging and Record Structure

Logging measured data and format of data records.

Error Codes

List and description of error codes and possible causes.

Serial Outputs and Memory Clearing

EGM serial outputs and procedure to clear stored memory.

Real Time Clock (6CLK)

Viewing and setting the instrument's real-time clock.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Diagnostics and Initialisation

Checking system diagnostics and resetting to factory defaults.

Soda Lime and Absorber Column

Procedures for inspecting and replacing the soda lime desiccant.

Servicing Internal Components

Guidance on replacing fuses, infrared source, EPROM, and zero valve.

Battery and Pump Maintenance

Procedures for managing batteries and cleaning the air sampling pump.

In-Line Filter Assembly (Hydrophobic)

Importance of checking and replacing the hydrophobic filter assembly.

Consumables and User Notes

Consumables and Spares for EGM-4

List of available replacement parts and consumables for the EGM-4.

User Notes

Blank section for user to record notes.