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microAeth
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MA Series MA200, MA300, MA350
Operating Manual
microAeth
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MA Series MA200, MA300, MA350
Operating Manual
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AethLabs
AethLabs
2.1.9. Medical Device Interference
The effect of electromagnetic fields from components and radios contained in the microAeth on medical
devices is dependent on various factors and is unpredictable. The electromagnetic fields from the
instrument may interfere with medical devices.
2.1.10. Explosive Atmospheres
Never use, charge, or make connections to the microAeth in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere or near fire or flammable substances.
2.1.11. High-consequence Activities
The microAeth is not intended for use where the failure of the microAeth could lead to death, personal
injury, or severe environmental damage.
2.1.12. Choking Hazard
Some microAeth components and accessories may present a choking hazard to children. Keep these
components and accessories away from children.
2.2. Important Handling Information
The microAeth contains motorized moving parts. Be careful of moving parts when the filter tape cartridge
door is open and or interacting with the filter tape cartridge advance and analysis chamber mechanisms.
2.2.2. Exposure to liquid, excessive dust, or foreign objects
Never expose the microAeth, ports, cables, or connections to the instrument to liquid or excessive dust.
Never insert foreign objects into any opening or port. This instrument, ports, and air passageways should
not be exposed to rain, moisture, objects filled with liquids, or any other sources or forms of liquid.
2.2.3. Using connectors, ports, and buttons
Never force any connector, cable, or foreign object into any port or opening in the instrument. Do not
apply excessive pressure when inserting the filter tape cartridge into the instrument, pressing a button,
or inserting or threading a cable or tubing connector into a port. Be careful to align threaded connectors
correctly and to assure correct orientation while inserting all connectors. If the cable or tubing connector
and port do not join with reasonable ease, they may not be compatible or there may be an obstruction.
Always inspect ports and cables before making any connection to the instrument. If a port is obstructed or
a cable is damaged or frayed, contact AethLabs or an authorized representative immediately for support
and genuine AethLabs replacement components.
The microAeth is designed to operate in ambient temperatures and conditions of 0 ~ 40 °C, non-
condensing. The microAeth can be damaged and battery life shortened if stored or operated outside
of these conditions. For safety reasons the internal battery charger may disable battery charging if the
instrument is operating at extreme temperatures. Avoid exposing the microAeth, connections, and tubing
to rapid and dramatic changes in temperature or humidity. Care must be taken to identify installation and
use conditions that might cause condensation of the sample aerosol stream or of the instrument itself. Such
condensation can cause instrument damage, electrical shock, or hazard.
Filter tape cartridges will require replacement on a regular basis depending on the measurement
environment and the operating settings of the instrument. Only genuine AethLabs filter material and
cartridges, supplied by AethLabs or authorized representative, should be used in the microAeth.
If the microAeth is exposed to any liquids or other damaging contaminants, immediately turn off the
instrument, disconnect all cables, and remove any foreign substances in contact with the instrument.
Do not use liquids or other cleaning products on the instrument. Wait until the microAeth is completely
dry before charging or turning on the instrument. Only AethLabs authorized service personnel should
clean the air passageways and internal components of the microAeth. Keeping the microAeth and its air
passageways, internal components, and optical chambers clean is critical for maintaining the instrument
and producing quality measurements. Contamination of the instrument can cause increased measurement
noise, poor sealing of the analytical area and degraded operational lifetime of some components. AethLabs
recommends sending your instrument for annual service, or more frequent service depending on use and
operating conditions.
2.2.7. Replacement Parts
Only genuine AethLabs parts should be used in the microAeth. Only AethLabs authorized service personnel
should make repairs, install replacement parts, or open the instrument except for the filter tape cartridge
door. Always make sure the filter tape cartridge door is reinstalled when the instrument is in use.
Only use genuine accessories from AethLabs or recommended by AethLabs. Do not use any accessories
with the microAeth that are not supplied by or recommended by AethLabs, as they may cause damage or
hazard.
2.2.9. Servicing
Only AethLabs authorized service personnel should service the microAeth. Never remove covers except
for the filter tape cartridge door. Always make sure the filter tape cartridge door is reinstalled when the
instrument is in use.
2.2.10. Disposal
The microAeth and/or its battery must be recycled or disposed of properly and separately from general or
household waste in compliance with local laws and regulations. When this product reaches its end of life,
take it to a collection point designated by local authorities. The separate collection and recycling of your
product and/or its battery at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
