HandiLaz Operator’s Manual
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Chapter 3
Installation and Setup
The procedures that follow will help you make sound decisions about
installation. Some of the items are merely guidelines; other items include
specific details and should be followed exactly. If you have questions about
these items, contact Particle Measuring Systems.
Selecting a Location
To improve performance and utility, consider the following issues when
choosing a location for the HandiLaz:
Temperature
and humidity
The unit should be operated in normal laboratory conditions,
that is, normal working temperature and humidity.
Mechanical
shock
The HandiLaz is designed to perform as a rugged, portable
measuring instrument. However, severe or repeated shocks
could have a long-term effect on measurement accuracy
instrument reliability.
Gross
contamination
HandiLaz is a sensitive environmental monitor. Avoid
exposure to high concentrations of airborne contaminants, as
this could contaminate the optical sensor.
Fluid ingress
The HandiLaz is designed to withstand moderate cleaning or
wiping down. However, it should not be immersed in liquid,
nor should any liquid be spilled into the sample input or any
electrical connection ports.
Connections
When the HandiLaz is being used with cables connected (for
example, when charging from an external charger or
downloading results to an external PC), care should be taken to
route the cables so that they are not inadvertently snagged.
Electromagnetic
fields
Do not operate the HandiLaz close to strong or localized
magnetic or electromagnetic fields.
