TSI Instruments Aerotrak 9303 User Manual

2-2 AeroTrak
®
Handheld Airborne Particle Counters
Providin g Po w e r
The Model 9303 may be powered using its internal rechargeable lithium-
ion battery or through an AC power cord.
NOT ICES
• When using AC power, the battery is charging when the red LED
next to the power connector is on.
• Removing/changing the lithium-ion battery or disconnecting AC
power does not cause the loss of data.
• You should fully charge the battery before use.
W A R N I N G
The battery supplied by TSI
®
(700019) has built in protection against
explosion and fire hazard. DO NOT use a substitute.
W A R N I N G
DO NOT use non-rechargeable batteries in this instrument. Fire,
explosions, or other hazards may result.
Installing the Battery
1. The battery is shipped separately and has to be installed before use.
2. Remove the battery cover on the back side of the handle with a small,
flat-blade screwdriver.
3. Connect the battery to the socket as shown below.
4. Insert the battery with the connector at the top and replace the battery
cover. Make sure all wires are inside and not pinched in the cover.
DO NOT over-tighten the screw.
5. Fully charge the battery before use.

TSI Instruments Aerotrak 9303 Specifications

General

Size Range .	0.3 to 25 µm
Channel Sizes .	0.3 µm and 5.0 µm fixed; 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, or 2.5 µm selectable middle channel.
Counting Efficiency .	50% at 0.3 µm; 100% for particles > 0.45 µm (per ISO 21501-4 and JIS)
Concentration Limits .	2, 000, 000 particles/ft3 at 5% coincidence loss
Zero Count Level .	<1 count / 5 minutes (per ISO 21501-4 and JIS B9921)
Flow Rate .	0.1 CFM (2.83 L/min)
Calibration .	NIST traceable with TSI® calibration system
Sampling Modes .	Manual and automatic
Sampling Time .	1 second to 99 minutes 59 seconds
Sampling Frequency .	1 to 999 cycles or continuous
Light Source .	Long life laser diode
Sample Probe/Tubing .	Isokinetic sampling probe
Exhaust .	Internal HEPA filter
Vacuum Source .	Internal pump
External Surface .	High impact injection molded plastic
Communication Mode .	USB serial output
Data Storage .	1, 500 sample records
Status Indicators .	Low battery and service
Display .	3.2-in. (8.1 cm) 160 x 160 monochrome LCD
AC Power . (power to AC adapter)	110 to 240 VAC 50-60 Hz Universal in-line power supply with country specific plugs
DC Power . (power to instrument)	9 VDC @ 1.5 A
Battery .	Rechargeable Li-Ion
Battery Life .	Up to 4.5 hours of continuous use
Recharge Time .	< 3 hours

Weight and Dimensions

Dimensions (L x W x H)	9.1 x 6.3 x 2.4 in. (23 x 11 x 6.2 cm) (without isokinetic inlet)
Weight .	1.3 lbs (0.58 kg) with battery