TSI 4048 Flow Calibrator User Guide

TSI 4048 Flow Calibrator User Guide

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5. This warranty does not cover calibration requirements, and seller warrants only that the instrument or product is properly calibrated at the time of its manufacture.
   Instruments returned for calibration are not covered by this warranty;

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Knowing that inoperative or defective instruments are as detrimental to TSI as they are to our customers, our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any problems. If any malfunction is discovered, please contact your nearest sales office or representative, or call TSI’s Customer Service department at 800-680-1220 (USA) or (001 651) 490-2860 (International) or visit www.tsi.com.

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Chapter 1

Unpacking and Parts Identification

Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories from the shipping container. Check the individual parts against the list of components in Table 1. If any parts are missing or damaged, notify TSI® immediately.

Table 1-1. List of Components (see Figures 1-1 and 1-2)

Figure 1-1. Model 4048 Components

1. Flow Calibrator
2. Soft-Sided Carrying Case  diameters and length)
3. Universal Power Supply
4. User’s Guide
5. High-Efficiency Inlet Filter
6. Tubing Kit (see Table 1-1 for
7. Mounting Lugs (not shown)
8. 6 AA-size Batteries (not shown)

Figure 1-2. Model 4148 Components

1. Flow Calibrator
2. Soft-Sided Carrying Case
3. Universal Power Supply
4. User’s Guide
5. High-Efficiency Inlet Filter
6. Mounting Lugs (not shown)
7. 6 AA-size Batteries (not shown)

Chapter 2

Setting-Up

Assembly Instructions for the Flow Calibrators

The calibrator can be quickly attached to the battery pack by screwing the mounting lugs into the threaded holes in the base of the calibrator. The lugs should then be placed over the receiving holes in the top of the battery pack and snapped gently into place. Insert the connector from the battery pack to the receptacle in the back of the calibrator.
The calibrator is now ready to use.

Figure 2-1. Flow Calibrator Assembly

Supplying Power

The calibrator can be powered in one of two ways: through the power jack using the supplied 4199 battery pack or using the AC adapter.
The DC power input connector is shown below along with the power requirements.

Power Supply: 7.5 VDC ± 1.5 V, 300 mA maximum

Connecting Filter and Flow Tubes

The Model 4048/4148 has a thermal sensor exposed to the air flow that must be protected from foreign matter and particles. TSI® supplies a filter that should be connected to the inlet of the calibrator; however, any filter will work as long as it has a minimum efficiency of 99.9%.

NOTE

Flow direction is identified by the large arrow printed on the bottom side of the calibrator and on the bottom of the battery pack.

Attach the filter to the inlet of the calibrator using supplied tubing and/or adapters. Connecting a tube to the outlet of the calibrator will create back pressure. See Appendix A for calibrator accuracy specifications when operating at various pressures. In general, minimize back pressure on the calibrator by using shorter lengths of tubing to maintain highest level of accuracy.

Figure 2-2. Typical Setup Configurations

Chapter 3

Operation

Overview
The Model 4048/4148 Flow Calibrator measures volumetric flow rate inside the flow tube. All measurements made by the Models 4048/4148 are NIST traceable.

ON/OFF Switch
Slide the switch to the ON position. The LCD displays volumetric flow in units of liters per minute (L/min).

Flow Rate Measurement
Flow rate data will be displayed on the Model 4048/4148 through the LCD.

Volumetric flow is displayed in units of liters per minute (L/min).

Setting Flow Rates and Calibrating Instruments

The Model 4048/4148 Flow Calibrator may be used to measure or set flow rates on Condensation Particle Counters or other instruments
which draw an active flow sample. Be sure to follow all instrument manufacturer’s flow setting and calibration procedures.

1. Start up the Model 4048/4148 Flow Calibrator and let it warm up (1 minute for Model 4048 or 10 minutes for Model 4148) prior to
   setting any flow rates or conducting any calibrations.

2. Connect the outlet of the Model 4048/4148 Flow Calibrator to the inlet of the active sampling instrument. NOTE
   Please contact TSI® Technical Support at 800-680-1220 for instructions on connecting Model 4048 to TSI® Filter Testers.

3. Follow the instrument manufacturer’s flow setting and/or calibration procedures. The volumetric flow in units of liters per minute (L/min) will be continuously displayed on the LCD of the calibrator.

Chapter 4

Maintenance

Flow Sensor
Periodically inspect the flow sensor by looking into the outlet of the calibrator. Remove dust, particles and fibers from the sensor with
clean, dry compressed air. The flow sensor may break if touched. NEVER RUN LIQUIDS THROUGH THE CALIBRATOR AND NEVER TOUCH THE SENSOR WITH A BRUSH. Dust or other deposits on the flow sensor will degrade the Model 4048/4148’s flow accuracy.

Re-certification
To maintain a high degree of confidence in the measurements made by the Model 4048/4148, TSI® recommends that the instrument be returned to TSI® every 12 months for re-certification. The calibrator will be recalibrated and returned with a certificate of calibration to US National Institute of Standards Technology (NIST) traceable standards.

Cases
If the instrument case or storage case needs cleaning, wipe it off with a soft cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol or mild detergent. NEVER
submerge the calibrator or allow liquids to enter the flow tube.

Storage
When storing the calibrator, always cover the ends of flow tubes with the caps provided to prevent dust or other foreign matter from
entering the tube.

Chapter 5

Troubleshooting

Table 3 lists the symptoms, possible causes, and recommended solutions for common problems encountered with Model 4048/4148 Flow Calibrators. If the symptom is not listed, or if none of the solutions solve the problem, please contact TSI® Technical Support at
1-800-680-1220 or 651-490-2860.

Table 3. Troubleshooting

Technical Contacts

• If you have any difficulty installing the Model 4048/4148, or if you have technical or application questions about this instrument,
  contact an applications engineer at TSI® Incorporated, 651-490-2860 or contact technical.services@tsi.com.

• If the Model 4048/4148 fails, or if you are returning it for service, visit our website at tsi.com/service or contact TSI® at:

TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview, MN 55126 USA
Phone: +1-800-680-1220 (USA) or +1 651-490-2860
E-mail: technical.services@tsi.com

TSI GmbH
Neuköllner Strasse 4
52068 Aachen
GERMANY
Telephone: +49 241-52303-0
Fax: +49 241-52303-49
E-mail: tsigmbh@tsi.com

TSI Instruments Ltd.
Stirling Road
Cressex Business Park
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3ST
UNITED KINGDOM
Telephone: +44 (0) 149 4 459200
E-mail: tsiuk@tsi.com

Appendix A

Specifications

Notes:

1. Accuracy stated at standard conditions of 21.1°C and 101.3 kPa.
2. Accuracy stated with air temperature and flow body temperature within ±10°C of one another.
3. Accuracy stated measuring dry air (less than 10% R.H.).
4. Includes ±0.5% of reading repeatability.

*Specifications subject to change without notice.
Figure A-1. Model 4048 Dimensions

Figure A-2. Model 4148 Dimensions

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