Indoor Environment Quality Monitor Instruction 1509-9001 Operation Manual Rev.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual ii 1509-9001 Rev 1
IEQ Chek Operation Manual IMPORTANT NOTE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USING THIS INSTRUMENT. CAREFULLY READ THE WARRANTY POLICY, SERVICE POLICY, NOTICES, DISCLAIMERS AND REVISIONS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES. THIS INSTRUMENT SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND CALIBRATED REGULARLY BY A QUALIFIED AND TRAINED TECHNICIAN. THIS INSTRUMENT HAS NOT BEEN DESIGNED TO BE INTRINSICALLY SAFE IN HAZARDOUS OR EXPLOSION-RATED ENVIRONMENTS. FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT USE IT IN AREAS CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS AREAS (E.G.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual SERVICE POLICY BACHARACH, INC. MAINTAINS AN INSTRUMENT SERVICE FACILITY AT THE FACTORY. SOME BACHARACH DISTRIBUTORS / AGENTS MAY ALSO HAVE REPAIR FACILITIES, HOWEVER, BACHARACH ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR SERVICE PERFORMED BY ANYONE OTHER THAN BACHARACH PERSONNEL. REPAIRS ARE WARRANTED FOR 90 DAYS AFTER DATE OF SHIPMENT (SENSORS, PUMPS, FILTERS AND BATTERIES HAVE INDIVIDUAL WARRANTIES).
IEQ Chek Operation Manual DISCLAIMER UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL BACHARACH, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, LOSSES, OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM OR ARISING OUT OF THE REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY A PARTY OTHER THAN BACHARACH SERVICE TECHNICIANS, OR BY OPERATION OR USE OF THE EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINTED INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS MANUAL OR IF THE EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED OR SUBJECTED TO NEGLECT OR ACCIDENT.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................ 1 1.1. General Description ............................................................................................ 1 1.2. IEQ Chek™ Shipping Checklist .......................................................................... 2 1.3. Key Features ........................................................................................
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 11. DUAL PROBE VERSION ......................................................................................... 27 11.1. Applications Overview......................................................................................27 11.2. Probes .............................................................................................................28 11.3. Instrument Kits for Dual-Probe Applications .....................................................29 11.4.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual viii 1509-9001 Rev 1
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 1. OVERVIEW 1.1. General Description Thank you for purchasing the IEQ Chek™ indoor environmental quality monitor. The IEQ Chek™ is an easy-to-use, portable, information-recording device for monitoring trends that pertain to indoor air quality. The IEQ Chek™ is a battery-powered, portable, indoor air quality monitor and information recording (data logging) instrument designed for both intermittent and continuous operation. Its intended use is for indoor environments.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 1.2. IEQ Chek™ Shipping Checklist This checklist ensures that you have received everything required to run your IEQ Chek. If you do not receive any of the items listed below, contact the factory immediately. • IEQ Chek™ instrument • AC wall adapter (6V @ 850 mA) • Nickel-metal Hydride rechargeable batteries (3 × “AA”) • Calibration adapter (pump versions only) • Operation manual • IQ Chek™ datalogging kit (optional) • Other specified accessories (see original sales order) 1.3.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1. General Categories/Subcategories Enclosure Power User Interface Monitoring Mode Environmental CE Certification Standards 1509-9001 Rev 1 Descriptions Dimensions LxWxD 7.75” x 3.87” x 3.06” (19.7 cm x 9.8 cm x 7.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 3.06 7.75 3.87″ (9.8 cm) Figure 2-1.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 2.2. IQ Chek™ DataLogging Software (Optional) Minimum system requirements to operate the optional IQ Chek DataLogging Software are listed in the table below. Categories Descriptions Microprocessor Personal computer with Pentium III class processor or better RAM 512MB RAM (minimum) Operating System Windows XP, Vista, or 7 Disk Space At least 1 MB of available disk space. Additional space is required to store logger files and graph files.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 3. KEY COMPONENTS 3.1. Key Components: Front and Bottom Views TEMPERATURE & RH SENSORS ARE INSTALLED IN A PLASTIC SINTER THAT ATTACHES TO THE TOP OF THE SENSOR COVER SENSOR COVER SPEAKER LEXAN LABEL MULTI-LINE, MANUAL BACK-LIT, LCD, ALPHA-NUMERIC, DIGITAL DISPLAY WALL ADAPTER PLUG (ON SIDE) 3-BUTTON MEMBRANE KEYPAD NOTE: 6VDC ONLY BOTTOM VIEW BRASS THREAD FOR TRIPOD MOUNTING BATTERY DOOR Figure 3-1.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 3.2. Key Components: Left Side View AIR VENTS FOR VENTING BUILT-UP HEAT FROM INTERNAL SENSORS PUMP INLET FITTING NOTE: ATTACHING FLOW ADAPTER REQUIRES ONLY A COUPLE TURNS OF THE FITTING. RUBBER COVER FOR USB SLOT, AUXILIARY SLOT, AND SD FLASH CARD SLOT RUBBER COVER REMOVED AUXILIARY PORT FOR REMOTE PROBES SLOT FOR SECURING CABLE LOCK (SIMILAR TO THOSE USED FOR LAPTOP COMPUTERS) SLOT FOR SD FLASH CARD USB PORT FOR DOWNLOADING TO PC Figure 3-2.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 3.3. Key Components: Top and Back Views SECURING SCREW FOR SENSOR COVER. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. DIFFUSION VERSION TEMPERATURE AND RH SENSORS (INSIDE SINTER) PUMP VERSION OUTLET HOLE FOR NOTE: The SAMPLED AIR. DO NOT diffusion version is PLUG/BLOCK THIS HOLE. NOT supplied with an internal pump. Sensors “breath” through openings in the sensor chamber cap. Response time is very good for most gases.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 4. INSTRUMENT OPERATION 4.1. General The IEQ Chek™ has an extensive menu system allowing the user to access a wide range of features and functionality. All features and functions can be set to meet the user’s specific requirements. BUTTON PRESSING: The three membrane push-buttons on the front face of the instrument should be pressed firmly. They have been designed such that an accidental light touch does not register and change something unintentionally.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 4.2. Switching the Instrument On/Off NOTE: When using push-buttons on front of instrument enclosure, press firmly and watch the display for movement. A light finger press may not engage the domed contact. This is to prevent accidental changes to settings. SWITCH ON: Press the “MENU” button down momentarily then release. The multi-line LCD will scroll through each of the information functions as it warms up.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 4.4. Main Menu Functional Overview Pressing the MENU button after the main sensor array is displayed allows the user to enter the extensive menu system. The first menu display includes the following. PREVIOUS CALIBRATE SETTINGS DATALOG ALARM INFO USB NOTE: In all cases, use the ARROW DOWN or ARROW UP buttons to scroll through any displayed menu and use the MENU button to select any highlighted choices. PREVIOUS: Allows the user to go back to the previous function.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 5. MENU FUNCTION DETAILS 5.1. Calibrate Menu Pressing the MENU button when CALIBRATE is selected accesses the calibration menu. The LCD immediately prompts the user to ENTER SECURITY CODE. The user must input the 4-digit security code to access the calibration menu. This discourages unauthorized users from accessing and tampering with the calibration settings. All IEQ Chek™ instruments are shipped from the factory with a generic security code setting of “1234”.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 5.2. Settings Menu This menu item provides the user with the ability to configure much of the instrument functionality to suit his specific needs. Use the ARROW DOWN button to scroll to SETTINGS then push the MENU button to access this menu and view the listed functions. Use the ARROW DOWN button to scroll to the function you wish to change and press the MENU button. The functions available for modification are as follows.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual BATTERY: This menu item provides the user with two different battery options that can be selected. Battery types available are: • NIMH (rechargeable) • ALKALINE (disposable). Using the ARROW DOWN button, scroll down to the battery type desired and press the MENU button to accept. NOTE: The IEQ Chek™ is supplied from the factory with (and configured for) rechargeable NiMH batteries. If the user wishes to change from one type to another (e.g.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual PUMP: This menu item allows the user to select REG FLOW (regular flow) or HIGH FLOW for the pump. Regular flow sets the pump flow rate to approximately 0.3 LPM default. High flow increases the flow rate and should be used when a hose/probe is attached. The higher flow rate helps to overcome the resistance of the hose and probe to maintain at least 0.5 LPM flow into the instrument. Using the ARROW DOWN button, scroll to the desired setting and push the MENU button to accept.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual After the sampling rate has been selected, the logger START method must be selected from one of the following. STARTUP: Logging will start when the IEQ Chek™ is turned on and ACTIVATE has been selected from the DATALOG menu SET TIME: User can set the time and date to start logging After the START method has been selected the END method must be selected from one of the following.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual NONE SETUP KOREA MOM HOME CONF RM5 MEM CARD: This menu item provides the user with information about the flash card and a function to format a new card. The selections are: INFO: This menu function indicates the size of the flash card memory and the number of CSV files stored, if any. FORMAT: This menu function is used to format a flash card. Any flash card provided by the factory has already been formatted.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual NEXT: Select next after you have highlighted only the sensors you want to have alarm set points for. Press the MENU button at this menu item and the LCD indicates ALARM SET UP HAS BEEN SAVED. The LCD then goes back to the alarm menu. TEMP: This menu item puts an asterisk in front of the temperature sensor (installed) indicating it has been selected to have an alarm set point.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual To access this information, scroll down to the desired sensor choice and using the ARROW DOWN button and press the MENU button. Once the information has been viewed, press the MENU button to return to the previous menu. 5.6. USB Menu This menu item allows the user to reset the USB chip if any problems are experienced while trying to communicate with the IQ Chek software. After selecting RESET from this menu, the user will receive the message USB HAS BEEN RESET.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 6.3. Calibration Process: Zero Press the MENU button on the instrument to enter the main menu. Using the ARROW DOWN button scroll down to CALIBRATE and press the MENU button. The LCD will indicate (CODE) ENTER SECURITY CODE. The calibration function is security code protected to prevent unauthorized personnel or personnel that have not been trained, from performing this important function. Enter the security code correctly.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual Step 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 3-Point Span Procedure Enter the security code correctly and the LCD indicates CAL. Using the DOWN ARROW scroll to SPAN and push the MENU button. The next menu indicates installed gas sensors. The LCD indicates the list of installed sensors. Use the ARROW DOWN button to scroll to the CO2 sensor (or combustible sensor) and press the MENU button again. The LCD moves to the SPAN menu and indicates ENTER 1ST GAS VALUE.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual Step 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 1-Point Span Procedure First, complete the zero calibration procedure as indicated on page 20. Press the MENU button on the instrument to enter the main menu. Using the ARROW DOWN button scroll down to CALIBRATE and press the MENU button. The LCD will indicate (CODE) ENTER SECURITY CODE.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual FRONT OF INSTRUMENT FRONT OF INSTRUMENT All IEQ Chek gas sensors are plug-and-play smart sensors. They can be added or changed at any time. The procedure to add or change a sensor is as follows. Figure 7-1. Transmitter Circuit Board With Four Sensors Installed NOTE: If the newly installed sensor is not zero adjusted after installation, the display may indicate a slight reading of the target gas even in a clean environment.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual Step 4. 5. 6. 7. Procedure to Add/Change a Sensor If another sensor is to be installed in its place, ensure it is of the same type (electrochemical, infrared, PID/Catalytic), to be accommodated by the sensor location recently vacated. Carefully grasp the new sensor by the sides and line up all of the pins on the smart sensor board attached to the bottom of the sensor with the sockets on the transmitter board.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual Slot Location Restrictions 1 O2 (if used) MUST use this slot. Otherwise, it may contain a toxic gas sensor that does not require bias voltage. 2 Toxic gas sensor that does not require bias voltage. 3 Toxic gas sensor requiring bias voltage (if used) MUST use this slot (e.g., NO). Otherwise, this slot may contain toxic gas sensor that does not require bias voltage. 4, 5 8. CO2, PID, or catalytic gas sensor.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 10. ACCESSORIES 10.1. Hard Shell, Foam-Lined Carrying/Transport Case The part number for the transport case is 1509-0002. 10.2. Extended Operation (Short Term) External Battery The extended operation external battery provides almost double the operating time for IEQ Chek. The battery is attached to the rear of IEQ Chek with Velcro and is plugged into a port at the rear of instrument. See Figure 10-1.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 11. DUAL PROBE VERSION 11.1. Applications Overview A dual-probe version of the IEQ Chek is available for applications that require remote monitoring of gas, temperature, and relative humidity. This version offers two unique probes: • • High humidity gas sample probe (P/N: 1509-0021) Temperature/RH probe (P/N: 1509-0024). NOTE: The calibration/sample adapter (P/N: 1509-0022) is common to all pumped IEQ Chek versions and is included with the dual-probe version.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual sensors at the tip of the temperature/RH probe, the relative humidity (RH) and temperature levels are sampled to confirm the internal chamber readings. With the optional IQ Chek™ software and datalogging kit, all instrument readings can be stored for reference. 11.2. Probes The probes included with the dual-probe version of the IEQ Chek™ are summarized in the following table.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 11.3. Instrument Kits for Dual-Probe Applications Specific versions of the IEQ Chek are available in kits for dual probe applications (see table below for part numbers). These kits include: • the IEQ Chek™ equipped with an internal pump and two sample ports • gas sampling probe for CO2 and O2 with inline water/dust filter • temperature/relative humidity sensor probe • calibration tubing • three ‘AA’ NiMH rechargeable batteries • charge/run AC adapter • this operation manual.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 11.4. Application Setup and Configuration Operation of the IEQ Chek dual-probe versions require minimal setup prior to use. This setup involves: • Connecting the temperature/RH probe • Connecting the high humidity gas sample probe • Configuring/verifying menu items. Step Dual-Probe Application: Setup and Configuration Procedure 1. Locate the temperature/RH probe and connect it to the DIN-6 connector on the back of the IEQ Chek.
IEQ Chek Operation Manual 12. MENU ARCHITECTURE Below is a high-level architecture diagram of the IEQ Chek menu system. Figure 12-1.
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