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210-3311M Issue G 

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Specifications

Pump Features

Flow fault function

Indicates flow fault due to obstructed tubing or excessive filter loading. Shuts 
the pump down and enters ‘HOLD’ mode if the condition persists for longer 
than 15 seconds. Automatically attempts to restart every five minutes (up to 
a maximum of 10 restarts), until the flow fault condition clears in which case 
normal running will resume.

Programmable run time

Sample run time programmable in minutes, via keypad and LCD screen. 
Pump automatically shuts down at end of sample and retains run time data.

Programmable delayed 
start time

Sample start delay time programmable in hours and minutes, via keypad and 
LCD screen.

Particulate trap

Built in replaceable filter to trap particles that would otherwise contaminate 
the pump mechanism.

Automatic air flow rate 
calibration

With optional Defender primary calibrator and CalChek Communicator cable. 
Enables automatic calibration of the sample air flow rate to the required level.

PC Connectivity

With optional DataTrac USB adapter cable and PC software. Enables 
programming of timed sample runs, delayed starts and intermittent sampling. 
Enables retrieval of pump run-time data and history to the PC.

Summary of Contents for AirChek 3000

Page 1: ...www skcltd com AirChek 3000 Air Sampling Pump Operating Instructions This manual covers the following model 210 3311 ...

Page 2: ... this product The first service is due one year from the date of purchase and then at yearly intervals on this date Service Date Service Date Service Date 1 5 9 2 6 10 3 7 11 4 8 12 Please note that SKC Ltd are the only authorised service centre in the UK guaranteeing you access to the full range of genuine SKC replacement parts For all other areas a full list of SKC approved distributors and serv...

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Page 4: ... 1 Charging the Battery Pack 16 2 Battery Status Indicator 17 3 SLEEP Mode 17 4 HOLD and RUN Modes 18 5 Pump Run LED Indicator 18 6 Flow Fault 18 7 Entering and Navigating the User Interface 19 Run Time Data Screens 20 User Interface Level One 22 1 Setting and Manual Calibration of the Pump Flow Rate 22 2 Setting and Automatic Calibration of the Pump Flow Rate Using CalChek 23 3 Full Multiple Poin...

Page 5: ...4 6 Deleting a Delayed Start Time or DataTrac Program 36 7 Resetting the Run Time Data 37 Low Flow Sampling 38 General Troubleshooting 40 CalChek Calibration Error Code Troubleshooting 42 Care of the Battery Pack 44 AirChek 3000 Pump Components 46 AirChek 3000 Pump Replacement Parts 48 AirChek 3000 Pump Accessories 49 AirChek 3000 Pump DataTrac Software 52 Intrinsic Safety Certification 54 Warrant...

Page 6: ... equipment may be used in zones 20 21 22 flammable dusts apparatus groups IIIA IIIB IIIC temperature class T120 C and equipment protection levels EPLs Da Db Dc The equipment may be used in zones 0 1 2 flammable gases vapours and mists apparatus groups IIA IIB IIC temperature classes T1 T2 T3 T4 and equipment protection levels EPLs Ga Gb Gc The equipment may be used in mines firedamp and or coal du...

Page 7: ... referred to in Directive 2014 34 EU Annex II clause 1 5 The recessed LCD screen window could potentially store an electrostatic charge if rubbed Precautions must be taken to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge particularly if the pump is used in a zone 0 location Clean the LCD screen window only with a damp cloth The equipment should not be used if damaged in a way that could invalidate ...

Page 8: ...ensation range Flow rate ml min Back Pressure kPa H2O 1000 0 8 7 0 35 1500 0 7 5 0 30 2000 0 7 5 0 30 2500 0 6 2 0 25 3000 0 5 0 0 20 3250 0 3 7 0 15 Battery pack NiMH rechargeable 2 0 Ah 4 8 V Charging time Up to 3 hours using 223 240A single fast charger 16 hours using 223 109A five station charger Storage charging temperature 0 C to 45 C Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C limited by Intrinsic Sa...

Page 9: ...pical run times Back Pressure Run Time at Stated Flow Rate hours kPa H2O 1 0 l min 1 5 l min 2 0 l min 2 5 l min 3 0 l min 3 25 l min 1 2 5 28 24 20 18 16 15 2 5 10 19 17 14 14 13 12 3 7 15 15 14 12 11 11 10 5 0 20 12 11 10 10 9 6 2 25 10 10 9 8 7 5 30 9 9 8 8 7 35 8 Note Run times quoted are based on a new fully charged battery do not take account of increasing back pressure due to filter loading...

Page 10: ... which is fitted to the pump in place of the standard battery pack Please note that the pump s ATEX IECEx certification is invalidated when using the battery eliminator and therefore must not be used in hazardous areas when the battery eliminator is fitted LCD screen LCD screen indicates run time data operating and fault modes and battery charge state Sample hold function Enables pausing and resta...

Page 11: ...Pump automatically shuts down at end of sample and retains run time data Programmable delayed start time Sample start delay time programmable in hours and minutes via keypad and LCD screen Particulate trap Built in replaceable filter to trap particles that would otherwise contaminate the pump mechanism Automatic air flow rate calibration With optional Defender primary calibrator and CalChek Commun...

Page 12: ...ity of the fluid used in the impinger from entering and damaging the pump mechanism As a further precaution always ensure that the pump flow rate is set to below 1 litre min before connecting the trap and impinger to the pump inlet The AirChek 3000 pump case is IP64 rated and therefore must not be used where it may be subjected to water jets or complete immersion in water The pump can be used wher...

Page 13: ...E Directive This product is marked with the crossed out wheelie bin symbol which identifies that it falls within the scope of the EC Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE At the end of it s useful life this product must be disposed of in an environmentally sound way as detailed in the Directive Note that the battery pack must be separated from the pump and disposed...

Page 14: ...Issue G www skcltd com Air Inlet Port Air Inlet Port Belt Clip Keypad LCD Screen DataTrac PC Interface Port Cover Inlet Particulate Filter Battery Pack Charging Socket Cover Pump Run LED Diagram of the AirChek 3000 Pump ...

Page 15: ...w skcltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 13 Diagram of the AirChek 3000 Pump Air Inlet Port Charging Socket DataTrac PC Interface Port Inlet Particulate Filter Battery Pack Battery Pack Security Screws O Ring ...

Page 16: ...een displays the flow rate VOL Active when the pump LCD screen displays the volume of air sampled SET Flashes when setting the pump flow rate display units clock time and delayed start time Display Units C or F Sample air temperature in degrees Centigrade or Farenheit ins mm or m Atmospheric pressure in inches of mercury millimetres of mercury or millibars mL min Pump flow rate in millilitres per ...

Page 17: ...ggles between options and decreases values when navigating the User Interface or or To wake the pump from SLEEP mode and activate the LCD screen press any of the three buttons Press buttons simultaneously Switches between HOLD and RUN modes When navigating the User Interface selects or enters the displayed item Security code that must be pressed in sequence within 10 seconds after changing operati...

Page 18: ...open the battery pack charging socket cover at the rear of the pump Alternatively use the large bladed screwdriver attachment of the supplied toolkit to flick open the cover Plug the charger output plug into the mating socket revealed behind the charging socket cover Plug the charger into the electrical mains supply and switch on the power The LED indicator on the charger will illuminate to indica...

Page 19: ...OLD mode and then SLEEP mode within 10 seconds Note When the pump stops due to a low battery and is left to stand for a period of time one bar may appear on the battery status indicator when the LCD screen is activated This false recovery will fall quickly if the pump is operated without recharging it RECHARGE THE PUMP BEFORE SAMPLING 3 SLEEP Mode If the pump is left in HOLD mode for longer than f...

Page 20: ...umulated sample run time and sample air volume by scrolling through the run time data screens by pressing the button 5 Pump Run LED Indicator When the pump is in RUN mode the blue pump run LED indicator will flash on and off to indicate that the pump is running 6 Flow Fault If pump operation is interrupted due to blocked or restricted air flow the flow fault indicator will flash If the flow fault ...

Page 21: ...un time select 12 or 24 hour clock display set a delayed start time set the clock time and clear the accumulated run time data To enter the Level Two User Interface with the pump in RUN mode press to switch to HOLD mode and within 10 seconds press the security code sequence To navigate the User Interface press the button to scroll through the different parameters on the LCD screen To exit the User...

Page 22: ...imately 1 week Above 9999 minutes display reverts to 0 minutes and continues to count Flow rate in millilitres minute Accumulated sample air volume since last reset in millilitres or litres up to 9999 litres Above 9999 litres display reverts to 0 litres and continues to count Real time sample air temperature in C or F Clock time in 12 or 24 hour format with AM and PM indicators Real time atmospher...

Page 23: ... in temperature and atmospheric pressure that may differ from the temperature and atmospheric pressure present at the time of calibration The flow rate display does not change from the calibrated flow rate The pump will flow fault if it is unable to maintain the calibrated flow rate to within 5 The accumulated sample air volume displayed on the pump LCD screen is corrected in that it is the result...

Page 24: ...the flow rate 3 Enter User Interface Level One as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 4 The first User Interface screen displayed is the flow setting screen with SET flashing 5 Use the and buttons to increase or decrease the flow setting in steps of 10 ml min to the required flow rate on the LCD screen 6 When the required flow rate is set press the button to display the flow rate adjust scree...

Page 25: ...e AirChek 3000 pump and a Defender primary calibrator This communication enables automatic adjustment and calibration of the pump flow rate Refer to the Accessories Table on pages 49 51 for Defender and CalChek accessory part numbers Note Do not perform a calibration until the pump has remained at ambient temperature for at least 2 hours 1 Set up the sample train as specified in the sampling metho...

Page 26: ... the Defender to take continuous readings Refer to the Defender instructions for further information 4 On the pump enter User Interface Level One as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 5 The first User Interface screen displayed is the flow setting screen with SET flashing 6 Use the and buttons to increase or decrease the flow setting in steps of 10 ml min to the required flow rate on the LCD...

Page 27: ...mode The pump will now maintain the calibrated flow rate to within 5 13 Press to switch to HOLD mode The calibration data is written into the pump memory when the pump switches to SLEEP mode therefore leave the pump in HOLD mode for five minutes after which it will switch to SLEEP mode Before commencing sampling it is recommended to reset the accumulated run time data Refer to User Interface Level...

Page 28: ...d It can also provide a record of calibration for maintenance and quality purposes if the optional DataTrac Interface and Software is used SKC recommends that a full calibration be performed during pump maintenance and after non factory repairs Note Full calibration clears the pump history run time parameters and the Scheduler in the DataTrac Software Ensure that the battery pack is fully charged ...

Page 29: ...screen is displayed 6 Press the button seven times to initiate a full calibration the LCD screen will show FCAL 7 At each calibration point the LCD screen will display the calibration point number 8 After a number of Defender readings the pump LCD screen will briefly display the calibration flow rate 9 The pump LCD screen will then display the next calibration point number and the process repeats ...

Page 30: ...e and a PC Access the DataTrac Software Pump Manager window click on the View menu and select the Calibration Info option A new window will display the calibration results pump serial number and date of the last full calibration A button on this window allows the data to be printed The printed report also includes the pump internal software version the date printed and a validation code To ensure ...

Page 31: ...urrent air temperature 3 Use the and buttons to toggle between the F and C temperature units options 4 Press the button until the atmospheric pressure units setting screen is displayed with SET and the current display units flashing The display shows the current atmospheric pressure 5 Use the and buttons to toggle between the ins Hg m mbar and mm mm Hg atmospheric pressure units options 6 To save ...

Page 32: ...ce Level Two as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 2 Press the button until the 12 24 hour clock setting screen is displayed 3 Use the and buttons to toggle between the 12 hour and 24 hour clock options Note This screen also provides access to the delayed start time option refer to User Interface Level Two 5 on page 34 4 Press the button until the clock time setting screen is displayed with ...

Page 33: ...t saving the changes press the button until the ESC screen is displayed Press to switch to HOLD mode without saving the changes 3 Setting a Sample Run Time 1 On the pump enter User Interface Level Two as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 2 Press the button until the sample run time setting screen is displayed with the currently set sample run time flashing The run time is displayed in minut...

Page 34: ...lapsed run time screen will show a flashing S and the programmed sample run time in minutes 7 Press to switch to RUN mode and start the sampling operation The sample run time will count down in one minute steps 8 At the end of the sample run time the pump will automatically switch to HOLD mode and the display will revert to showing the set sample run time Note After cancelling a previously set sam...

Page 35: ...resent in the pump memory the LCD screen will display the PROG icon The elapsed run time screen will display the elapsed run time rather than counting down the sample run time as with a sample run time set on the pump 4 Deleting a Sample Run Time 1 To delete a previously set sample run time enter User Interface Level Two as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 2 Press the button until the samp...

Page 36: ...ith a sample run time 1 On the pump enter User Interface Level Two as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 2 Enter a sample run time as detailed in User Interface Level Two 3 on page 31 This is required to set a delayed start time 3 Press the button until the 12 24 hour clock setting screen is displayed 4 Use the and buttons to select the delayed start option with dELA flashing on the LCD scre...

Page 37: ...OLD mode without saving the changes 10 Having successfully saved a sample run time and start delay time and switched to HOLD mode the run time screens will show the PROG icon If the elapsed run time is not showing zero it is recommended to reset the accumulated run time data Refer to User Interface Level Two 7 on page 37 11 At the next occurence of the programmed delayed start time the pump will a...

Page 38: ...ogram from the pump memory 1 Enter User Interface Level Two as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 2 Press the button until the flashing Off screen is displayed Note This screen is only displayed if a delayed start time is set or a DataTrac program is present in the pump memory 3 To delete the sample run time or DataTrac program press The 12 24 hour clock setting screen will be displayed 4 Pr...

Page 39: ...ple air volume and sample run time data enter User Interface Level Two as detailed in Getting Started 7 on page 19 2 Press the button until the flashing CLr screen is displayed 3 To reset the run time data press The ESC screen will be displayed 4 Press the button until the End screen is displayed 5 Press to switch to HOLD mode ...

Page 40: ... to the pump set the pump flow rate to 1500 ml min refer to User Interface Level One 1 on page 22 There is no need to accurately calibrate the pump flow rate as only approximate flow rate setting is required for correct operation of the CPC Switch the pump to HOLD mode Connect the CPC to the pump air inlet port hosetail the short length of tubing supplied connected to the CPC is connected to the p...

Page 41: ...www skcltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 39 Low Flow Sampling CPC Low Flow Adapter Tube Holder Sorbent Tube Throttle Valve Adjuster ...

Page 42: ...d Pump flow faults continuously Sample media back pressure too high Try a lower flow rate and or a less restrictive sample media if the sampling method being used allows this Pump particulate filter is blocked appears black Replace the particulate filter Tubing blocked or crimped Replace tubing Pump cannot achieve required flow rate Battery pack voltage low Fully charge the battery pack Sample med...

Page 43: ...ample period Battery pack not fully charged before starting sample run Ensure battery pack is fully charged before starting a sample run Battery pack has reduced capacity as it nears end of life Replace the battery pack Sample media back pressure too high Try a lower flow rate and or a less restrictive sample media if the sampling method being used allows this ...

Page 44: ...does not resolve the problem contact SKC Ltd customer services for assistance E 43 Serial communication time out The Defender calibrator is not communicating with the pump Check that the Data Port setting on the Defender calibrator is set to the SKC option Check that the CalChek cable connections are secure E 44 Full calibration The first calibration point flow reading is greater 750 ml min The pu...

Page 45: ...the problem contact SKC Ltd customer services for assistance E 47 Full calibration Battery charge level is too low Less than two bars displayed on the battery status indicator Fully charge the battery before repeating the full calibration E 48 Single point calibration Pump could not achieve a successful calibration within 5 Defender flow readings Repeat the calibration If the problem repeats perfo...

Page 46: ...m charger after 24 hours Discharge temperature For optimum performance discharge NiMH batteries between 10 and 45 C refer also to pump specifications on pages 6 and 7 for other limitations on operating temperature for intrinsically safe applications Battery Maintenance Battery cycling during regular use To maintain optimum capacity during regular battery use cycle battery once a month Run pump unt...

Page 47: ...place battery pack Battery Replacement Refer to the pump component diagram on page 46 Unfasten the two security screws securing the battery pack to the pump using the supplied 2mm A F Allen key Carefully pull the battery pack downwards to disconnect from the pump case Fit the replacement battery pack to the pump taking care to ensure that the battery output connector engages with the socket in the...

Page 48: ...Page 46 210 3311M Issue G www skcltd com AirChek 3000 Pump Components 6 1 2 2 4 5 3 7 ...

Page 49: ...www skcltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 47 AirChek 3000 Pump Components 8 9 10 11 8 12 ...

Page 50: ...0302 Toolkit for AirChek 3000 Pump 2mm A F Allen key SKC recommend that our air sampling pumps are regularly serviced by one of our Authorised Service Centres Due to the safety implications associated with the incorrect repair of ATEX IECEx certified intrinsically safe products for use in potentially explosive atmospheres it is our policy to only supply the complete range of replacement parts to o...

Page 51: ...n mains plug 224 88 Protective pouch in black 224 96A High visibility protective pouch in red 224 96C Noise reducing pouch in black 717 510LA Defender primary calibrator 5 500 ml min accuracy 1 of reading 717 510MA Defender primary calibrator 50 5000 ml min accuracy 1 of reading 210 502 CalChek Communicator cable 877 91K DataTrac software package including software CD PC adapter and cable Dust Sam...

Page 52: ...g for respirable and multi dust sampling pack of 50 225 69 Cyclone sampler in plastic with plastic cassette for 25mm diameter filters 225 69 37 Cyclone sampler in plastic with plastic cassette for 37mm diameter filters 225 62 Cyclone plastic cassette for 25mm diameter filters with clip 225 62 37 Cyclone plastic cassette for 37mm diameter filters with clip 225 67 Filter transport cassette for 25mm ...

Page 53: ...3 Treble adjustable low flow adapter tube holder 224 26 04 Quadruple adjustable low flow adapter tube holder 224 29A Protective cover type A 6mm diameter x 70mm 224 29B Protective cover type B 8mm diameter x 110mm 800 01200 Tube tip breaker 226 01 Anasorb CSC coconut charcoal tube 2 part 6mm diameter x 70mm GS pack of 50 226 119 Silica gel tube 2 part 6mm diameter x 110mm GS pack of 100 If the req...

Page 54: ... you The advanced information retrieval system is specifically designed to store data and provide chain of custody information Fault features allow storage of historical data in memory that can be retrieved days after shutdown as long as the battery pack is not completely discharged The full DataTrac user s manual is included on the software CDROM Features Program a sampling operation from a PC Ca...

Page 55: ...taining run time data and the pump s history Document date of pump calibration and validate information when using the CalChek automatic calibration feature DataTrac PC System Requirements Hard drive with minimum 20MB free space CDROM drive Available USB port Microsoft Windows XP or higher including 64bit versions Internet access for DataTrac USB adapter cable driver installation Ordering informat...

Page 56: ...Page 54 210 3311M Issue G www skcltd com Intrinsic Safety Certification ...

Page 57: ...ltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 55 Intrinsic Safety Certification Full size copies of the ATEX and IECEx certificate can be obtained from SKC customer service on request for which a nominal charge may be levied ...

Page 58: ...Page 56 210 3311M Issue G www skcltd com Intrinsic Safety Certification ...

Page 59: ...ltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 57 Intrinsic Safety Certification Full size copies of the ATEX and IECEx certificate can be obtained from SKC customer service on request for which a nominal charge may be levied ...

Page 60: ...Page 58 210 3311M Issue G www skcltd com Intrinsic Safety Certification ...

Page 61: ...ltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 59 Intrinsic Safety Certification Full size copies of the ATEX and IECEx certificate can be obtained from SKC customer service on request for which a nominal charge may be levied ...

Page 62: ...Page 60 210 3311M Issue G www skcltd com Intrinsic Safety Certification ...

Page 63: ...ltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 61 Intrinsic Safety Certification Full size copies of the ATEX and IECEx certificate can be obtained from SKC customer service on request for which a nominal charge may be levied ...

Page 64: ...nties either expressed or implied including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose and neither assumes nor authorises any person to assume for it any liability in connection with the sale of these instruments No description of the goods being sold has been made a part of the basis of the bargain or has created or amounted to an express warranty that the goods...

Page 65: ...o the Buyer and continue for a period of one 1 year 6 a To obtain performance of any obligation under this warranty the buyer shall return the instrument freight prepaid to SKC at the following address SKC Limited 11 Sunrise Park Higher Shaftesbury Road Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8ST t 44 0 1258 480188 f 44 0 1258 480184 6 b To obtain further information on the warranty performance contact SKC 7 ...

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Page 67: ...www skcltd com 210 3311M Issue G Page 65 Notes ...

Page 68: ...obal group of companies SKC Limited 11 Sunrise Park Higher Shaftesbury Road Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8ST United Kingdom T 44 0 1258 480188 F 44 0 1258 480184 E info skcltd com W www skcltd com 210 3311M Issue G June 2016 ...

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