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MET ONE HHPC-2

Handheld Airborne Particle Counter

USER MANUAL

May 2008, Edition 3

Summary of Contents for MET ONE HHPC-2

Page 1: ...701230 MET ONE HHPC 2 Handheld Airborne Particle Counter USER MANUAL May 2008 Edition 3 ...

Page 2: ...701230 MET ONE HHPC 2 Handheld Airborne Particle Counter USER MANUAL May 2008 Edition 3 Hach Ultra Analytics Inc 2008 All rights reserved Printed in the U S A ...

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Page 4: ...3 1 Keypad 16 4 3 2 Screens 17 4 4 Configuration setup 17 4 5 Select custom settings 17 4 5 1 Set the date and time 17 4 5 2 Select the count mode 18 4 5 3 Set the sample units and volume 19 4 5 3 1 Rate mode 19 4 5 3 2 Concentration or totalize mode 19 4 5 4 Set the contrast 20 4 6 Counter operation 21 4 6 1 Verify the MET ONE HHPC 2 with a zero count filter 21 4 7 Collect samples 22 4 8 Transfer...

Page 5: ...4 Table of Contents Section 9 Limited Warranty 32 Section 10 Certification 33 Appendix A Data Communications 35 Index 37 ...

Page 6: ...rror Display LCD 4 x 16 character display Alarms Low battery calibration error Count modes Concentration totalize audio Delay time 0 to 24 hours Sample inlet Isokinetic probe Interface RS232 through RJ45 Vacuum source Internal pump flow controlled Housing Injection molded plastic Power AC Adapter 12 VDC at 2 5 A 90 to 250 VAC 50 to 60 Hz Rechargeable battery NiMH 4 8 V at 4 5 Ah replaceable Rechar...

Page 7: ...6 Specifications ...

Page 8: ...occur if not observed A symbol if noted on the instrument will be included with a danger or caution statement in the manual This symbol if noted on the instrument references the instruction manual for operation and or safety information Electrical equipment marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of in European public disposal systems after 12 August of 2005 In conformity with European local an...

Page 9: ...em discharge static electricity This can be accomplished by touching an earth grounded metal surface such as the chassis of an instrument or a metal conduit or pipe To reduce static build up avoid excessive movement Transport static sensitive components in anti static containers or packaging To discharge static electricity from the body and keep it discharged wear a wrist strap connected by a wire...

Page 10: ... download the data to a personal computer PC using the included interface cable and software The internal battery powers up the MET ONE HHPC 2 when mobile or when connected to the AC power adapter Note The AC power adapter provided with the unit is used for extended or stationary sampling The MET ONE HHPC 2 is used To monitor the air quality in clean rooms To monitor the air quality in manufacturi...

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Page 12: ...urer or sales representative Retain the original packaging materials Use the original packaging material to store or ship the instrument to protect against damage during storage or transportation Figure 3 List of packaged items 1 MET ONE HHPC 2 6 6 OD high purity tubing VP792002 2 Zero count filter 7 MET ONE HHPC 2 Utility software CS200025 3 Intake nozzle 1 8 hose barb MP000026 01 8 RS232 modular...

Page 13: ...e isokinetic probe The isokinetic probe refer to Figure 4 on page 13 is used to sample ambient air samples The isokinetic probe is pre installed and ready for use as soon as the MET ONE HHPC 2 is unpacked To install the isokinetic probe 1 Attach the isokinetic probe to the intake nozzle on the MET ONE HHPC 2 by turning the isokinetic probe to the right 2 Remove the black plastic cap attached to th...

Page 14: ...e sensor immediately after a high concentration sampling To connect the zero count filter 1 Remove the isokinetic probe from the MET ONE HHPC 2 2 Attach the intake hose barb MP000026 01 3 Secure the high purity tubing VP792002 to the hose barb 4 Secure the opposite end of the tubing to the zero count filter VP212808 Note Make sure that the arrow of airflow direction or the indicator on the zero co...

Page 15: ...perate the MET ONE HHPC 2 To connect the external power supply 1 Turn off power to the MET ONE HHPC 2 unit 2 Plug one end of the power cord into the external power supply and the other end into an electrical wall receptacle 3 Plug the external power supply jack into the MET ONE HHPC 2 power port refer to Figure 5 item 1 Figure 5 Location of power port 1 I O port 2 Power port ...

Page 16: ...ity software double click the CSVDownloadUtility exe file The CSVDownloadUtility window is displayed refer to Figure 6 on page 15 6 Follow the instructions in the Readme txt file on the diskette to install the software 4 2 Start up Press and hold the POWER button on the right of the display of the MET ONE HHPC 2 to turn on the unit When the MET ONE HHPC 2 is powered on the MET ONE Opening screen i...

Page 17: ...t the bottom of the screen and the various function keys Figure 7 MET ONE HHPC 2 Main screen display 1 Display screen 3 MODE key 2 POWER key 4 START STOP key Table 1 Indicators and key features or functions Key Name Description START STOP Starts and stops a sample MODE Selects modes and saves data when the unit is counting POWER Toggles the power on and off ...

Page 18: ...plastic cap 2 Press and hold the POWER key until the MET ONE HHPC 2 sounds two beeps and turns on 3 Press START STOP on the Main screen to start counting The count cycle begins and the bottom line of display changes from Wait to Run After one minute the count cycle ends and the display clears Note The results are saved automatically in the print buffer Refer to section 4 8 on page 22 to transfer t...

Page 19: ... second to save the new setting and return to the Main screen Figure 8 Select mode screen Table 2 Count modes Mode Description Sample unit Concentration The Concentration mode is useful for taking a quick snapshot of airborne particulate samples especially in areas where particulate levels are unknown and may exceed the operating levels of the counter The MET ONE HHPC 2 estimates count per cubic f...

Page 20: ...r cubic feet or the MODE key for liters 5 Press and hold the MODE key for one second to save the new setting and return to the Main screen The units selected appear on the right column of the Main screen 4 5 3 2 Concentration or totalize mode In the Totalize or Concentration modes the volume size is selected To select the volume size in concentration or totalize mode 1 Make sure the unit is set to...

Page 21: ... key for one second until two beeps are heard The Program Contrast screen is displayed refer to Figure 11 4 Press the START STOP key to increase the contrast Press and hold the MODE key to decrease the contrast 5 Once the required contrast is achieved press and hold the MODE key for one second to save the new setting and return to the Main screen Table 3 Sample volume settings Volume Time for samp...

Page 22: ...onment This process meets the Japanese Industrial Standard B9221 1997 JIS To verify the unit with a zero count filter 1 Remove the isokinetic probe from the unit 2 Attach the intake hose barb MP000026 01 3 Secure the high purity tubing VP 792002 to the hose barb 4 Secure the opposite end of the tubing to the zero count filter VP212808 Make sure the arrow on the filter is pointing away from the tub...

Page 23: ...s also on the diskette 3 Double click the CSV_Download_Utility exe to start the application 4 9 Print samples Print samples at the end of each run or print each sample as it is taken Note Not all printers are compatible with the MET ONE HHPC 2 Make sure that the portable printer is configured correctly to function with the MET ONE HHPC 2 To print the downloaded data from the PC 1 Connect the MET O...

Page 24: ...10 2 Display buffer records To display the buffer records 1 Press the MODE key four times on the Main screen 2 Press and hold the MODE key for one second until two beeps are heard The most recent record in the buffer is displayed refer to Figure 13 3 To review the buffer records press either the MODE key or the START STOP key MODE key displays the first record START STOP key scrolls backwards thro...

Page 25: ...until two beeps are heard The Buffer count will be displayed on the Buffer Options screen 3 Press the START STOP key to delete the buffer records The Delete Buffer screen is displayed refer to Figure 15 on page 24 4 Press the START STOP key to confirm the deletion The Main screen displays with the buffer count shown at the bottom line Note The buffer count should be equal to zero Figure 14 Buffer ...

Page 26: ... 1 1 Charge a drained battery To charge a drained battery 1 Attach the external power supply to the MET ONE HHPC 2 unit 2 Wait for five minutes Turn on the MET ONE HHPC 2 3 Leave the unit attached to the power supply until the battery charging indicator light turns off 5 2 Calibrate the MET ONE HHPC 2 Return the MET ONE HHPC 2 to the manufacturer annually for recalibration to comply with JIS B9921...

Page 27: ...26 Maintenance ...

Page 28: ...power supply and reconnect the cord plug to the power supply firmly Restore all connections to the unit and power source If the problem persists contact the customer service center for repair Unable to download data in the buffer No records in buffer Make sure there are records in the buffer Communication parameter are not set Make sure that the communication parameters of the computer are set to ...

Page 29: ...28 Troubleshooting ...

Page 30: ...ord 1 VP23501 RJ45 to DB9 adapter 1 SA000070 01 RS232 modular cable 1 VP894408 MET ONE HHPC 2 Utility software 1 CS00025 6 high purity tubing 1 VP792002 Figure 16 Optional accessories 1 Carrying case SA000089 01 4 Isokinetic probe hose barb MP000120 01 2 Vinyl carrying case SA000249 01 5 Serial thermal printer SA000094 01 3 RS232 serial interface extension cable EP096010 6 European power cord VP62...

Page 31: ...30 Replacement Parts and Accessories ...

Page 32: ... location within the same country as the service support center This warranty shall not apply to any defect failure or damage caused by improper use or maintenance or by inadequate maintenance or care This warranty shall not apply to damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than Hach Ultra representatives or factory authorized and trained personnel to install repair or service the instrum...

Page 33: ...33 Section 10 Certification ...

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Page 35: ...wire pin outs for the I O port are Baud rate 9600 baud Data bits 8 bits Parity None Stop bits 1 bit A 1 1 DB9 serial connection If the computer or terminal has a 9 pin serial port with a female connector use the modular RJ45 to DB9 connector provided along with the RS232 cable The MET ONE HHPC 2 is configured as a Data Communication Equipment DCE so the use of a null modem cable is not required Th...

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Page 37: ... Communication Equipment DCE 35 DB9 serial connection 35 H hazard information 7 hose barb 12 I isokinetic probe 12 P procedures troubleshooting 27 R Replacement Parts 29 RJ45 connector 35 S Safety information 7 specifications environment 5 specifications general 5 U Unpack instrument 11 Z zero count filter 13 ...

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