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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
This chapter describes the symptoms, possible causes and recommended
solutions for common problems encountered with the Model 8026 Particle
Generator.
Some common problems you may encounter include:
Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action
Low particle
counts
The particle generator is
not running.
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The salt solution is mixed
incorrectly.
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The salt solution reservoir
is low or empty.
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The atomizer head on the
particle generator is
clogged.
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The particle generator
pressure is set too low.
Turn on the power to the
particle generator.
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Refer to the mixing
instructions in Chapter 2.
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Mix a new batch of
solution and fill the
reservoir.
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Clean the atomizer head.
Refer to the maintenance
procedure in the previous
chapter.
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Adjust the pressure to a
higher setting, as
necessary. Refer to the
procedure in Chapter 2.
Low particle
counts
(cont.)
The testing room is
inappropriate.
• It is too large
• It is not a closed room
• It has too high an air
exchange rate
If the room is too large or
not closed, select another
location. If the air
exchange rate is too high,
increase the output of the
particle generator.
No aerosol
output
The compressor does not
start when turned on. (Red
light comes on okay).
Return the generator to TSI
for servicing.
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