TSI Instruments 8026 - 2 Setting up and Operating the Model 8026 Particle Generator; Introduction; Selecting a Fit Testing Location

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Chapter 2
Setting Up and Operating the Model 8026
Particle Generator
Introduction
The Model 8026 Particle Generator is intended to provide a supplementary
particle source when performing quantitative respirator fit tests using the
TSI P
ORTACOUNT Plus respirator Fit Tester and the N95-Companion to the
P
ORTACOUNT. The following setup and operating instructions presume this
intended usage.
This does not preclude, however, using the Model 8026 Particle Generator
for other applications where you desire to generate a moderate concentration
of poly-disperse particles. Some general notes on alternate uses for the
Model 8026 are found at the end of this chapter.
Before setting up the Model 8026 Particle Generator, it is important to select
a suitable location for fit testing.
Selecting a Fit Testing Location
The Model 8026 Particle Generator produces particles which supplement the
naturally occurring particles in the air. When using the N95-Companion to
the P
ORTACOUNT, TSI requires that you operate the Model 8026 in order to
provide sufficient particle concentration. The particle generator may also be
used with the P
ORTACOUNT Plus if you are unable to obtain the minimum
particle concentration (1000 pt/cc).
For the generator to function properly, you must operate the generator and
conduct the fit tests in an enclosed area. A medium-sized conference room
normally is a suitable location. The particle generator does not function
efficiently in an open cubicle area or a very large conference room.