Partisol Manual

OPERATING MANUAL
OPERATING
PARTISOL® MODEL 2000

AIR SAMPLER
May 2005
Revision A
R&P Part Number 42-002522
Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc.
www.rpco.com
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Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler
U.S. EPA Reference Method Designation

EPA
RFPS-0694-098
Notice is hereby given that the EPA, in accordance with 40 CFR Part 53, has
designated another reference method for the determination of ambient concentrations
of particulate matter measured as PM-10. The new reference method is a gravimetric
method which utilizes a specially-designed PM-10 sampler for particle collection.
The designated method is identified as follows:
RFPS-0694-098, “Rupprecht & Patashnick PartisolTM Model 2000 Air Sampler,”

consisting of a Hub Unit and 0, 1, 2 or 3 Satellite Units, with each sampling station
used for PM-10 measurements equipped with a Rupprecht & Patashnick PM-10 Inlet
and operated for continuous 24-hour periods using the Basic, Manual, Time, Analog
Input or Serial Input programming modes, and with or without any of the following
options:
Stand for Hub or Satellite 57-002320

Advanced EPROM 59-002542
Large Pump (1/4 hp), 120 VAC 10-001403
Hardware for indoor installation consisting of:

Temperature Sensor (Extended Length) 51-002638-xxxx
Roof Flange (1 1/4") 55-001289
Support Tripod for Inlet 57-000604
Sample Tube Extension (1 m) 57-002526-0001
Hardware for outdoor installation in extreme cold environments:

Insulating Jacket for Hub Unit 10-002645
This method is available from Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. (R&P), 25 Corporate
Circle, Albany, New York 12203.
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Patents, Copyrights and Trademarks

Trademarks
This instrumentation from Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. (R&P) is covered by
pending patents in the United States of America and other countries.
This documentation contains trade secrets and confidential information proprietary

to R&P. The software supplied with the instrumentation, documentation and any
information contained therein may not be used, duplicated or disclosed to anyone, in
whole or in part, other than as authorized in a fully executed R&P End User License
or with the express written permission of R&P.
© 2001 Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. All rights reserved throughout the world.
ACCUTM is a trademark of Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. Partisol®, TEOM®,

TEOMPLUS® and the “rp” logo are registered trademarks of Rupprecht & Patashnick
Co., Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
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Safety Notice
Repair of instrumentation manufactured by Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. (R&P)

should only be attempted by properly trained service personnel, and should only be
conducted in accordance with the R&P system documentation. Do not tamper with
this hardware. High voltages may be present in all instrument enclosures. Use
established safety precautions when working with this instrument.
The seller cannot foresee all possible modes of operation in which the user may
attempt to utilize this instrumentation. The user assumes all liability associated with
the use of this instrumentation. The seller further disclaims any responsibility for
consequential damages.
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Warranty (U.S.)
Unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by authorized personnel of Rupprecht &

Patashnick Co., Inc. (R&P) and the purchaser, the following warranty shall be in force
for equipment sold and operated in the United States of America.
R&P warrants that the R&P-supplied equipment shall be free from defects in material
or workmanship for a period of three-hundred and sixty-five (365) days after the date
of shipment. Subject to the conditions of this provision, R&P agrees to repair or
replace, free of charge, any components of the equipment found to be defective in
material or workmanship during the warranty period. Purchaser shall notify R&P of
any detected defects and shall return any equipment believed to be defective to R&P,
suitably insured and at the purchaser’s expense. In the event R&P determines the
equipment returned for warranty correction is not defective within the terms of the
warranty, purchaser shall be responsible for all costs of handling and return transpor-
tation. R&P’s sole responsibility under the warranty shall be, at R&P’s option, to
either repair or replace any component that fails during the warranty period due to a
defect in workmanship and/or material, provided purchaser has promptly reported
same to R&P and R&P has, upon inspection, found such components to be defective.
The above warranty is contingent upon the proper use of the equipment (i.e., operation
and maintenance in accordance with the procedures set forth in the provided operation
manual(s)) and does not cover equipment that has been modified without R&P’s
approval, or which has been subjected to abuse or unusual physical or electrical stress.
This warranty does not cover any optional personal computer equipment or operating
system software supplied with the equipment beyond the warranty period provided by
the manufacturer of the computer. The customer is responsible for obtaining a local,
third party service agreement for computer service requirements beyond the warranty
term of the computer.
THE ABOVE IS A LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS THE ONLY WARRANTY

MADE BY R&P. R&P DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE STATED EXPRESS WAR-
RANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL LIABILITIES OR OBLIGATIONS OF R&P FOR
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE DELIVERY
OR USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE EQUIPMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL
R&P BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR
INDIRECT DAMAGES EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBIL-
ITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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Equipment Rating
The following information can be used to determine the power service requirements
of this product (not including the sampling pump).
Line Voltage
115 V ~ 60 Hz 380 VA
230 V ~ 50 Hz 380 VA
IMPORTANT: Disconnect the power cord from the power

source (output) while servicing the instrument to prevent
electrical hazard.
Only reach as far as needed to adjust the mass flow controller (MFC) in the pump
compartment. There may be a hazardous line (wire) accessible in the rear of the pump
compartment.
There are two fuses in the transformer wiring harness. Both fuses are in the Secondary
of the Transformer. The fuse values are T 4A 250V and T 5A 250V.
FUSE TABLE
Reference designation Fuse Location

Transformer Secondary T 4A 250V Transformer Wiring Harness
Transformer Secondary T 5A 250V Transformer Wiring Harness
Environmental Ranges — The instrument operates effectively in the following

temperature range: -40° to 50° C.
NOTE: If the user operates the instrument in temperatures

below -25° C, the unit may require an optional insulating
jacket. Contact R&P for further information.
Installation Category — Category 11
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Electrical & Safety Conformity
The product has been tested by Intertek Testing Services, and has been documented
to be in compliance with the following U.S. and Canadian standards:
UL Standard 3101-1
CAN/CSA C22.2 NO. 1010.1
Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. certifies that this product operates in compliance
with the EC Directive 89/336/EEC in reference to electrical emissions and immunity.
Specifically, the equipment meets the requirements of EN55081-1:1992, Class B
(Emissions) and EN55082-1:1997 (Immunity).
In addition, the hardware has been tested for personal or fire safety hazards, and meets
the requirements of EN61010-1:1995 (Safety) in fulfillment of EC Directive 73/23/
EEC.
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Section Revision List
As R&P instrumentation changes, so do our operating and service manuals. However,

these changes may affect only one aspect of an instrument, while leaving the
instrument as a whole unchanged. To explain these individual changes to our
customers, R&P will update only those sections of its operating and service manuals
that are affected by the instrument updates or improvements. As each manual section
changes, so does its revision number, which is located at the top right corner of each
page of each section.
To help our customers keep track of the changes to the Partisol Model 2000 Air
Sampler and its operating manual, following is a list of the manual sections with their
respective revision numbers:
Section Number and Description Revision Number
Section 1: Introduction A.000
Section 2: Hardware Installation and Maintenance A.001
Section 3: Filter Handling and Exchange A.001
Section 4: Software Overview and Setup A.000
Section 5: Instrument Operation — Basic Mode A.000
Section 6: Instrument Operation — Manual Mode A.000
Section 7: Operating Statistics and Diagnostics A.000
Section 8: Viewing and Retrieving Stored Data A.000
Section 9: Audit Procedures A.000
Section 10: Calibration Procedures A.000
Section 11: Optional Sampling Hardware A.000
Section 12: Advanced Operation — Time Mode A.000
Section 13: Advanced Operation — Meterology Mode A.000
Section 14: Advanced Operation — Analog Input A.000

Modes
Section 15: Advanced Operation — Serial Input Mode A.000
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Section Revision List continued
Section Number and Description Revision Number
Appendix A: Overview of Screens A.000
Appendix B: Listing of Program Register Codes A.000
Appendix C: Hardware Connections A.000
Appendix D: Two-Way Serial Communication A.000
Appendix E: Installing New System Software A.000
Appendix F: Consumables and Parts A.001
Appendix G: Filter Log A.000
Appendix H: Maintenance of the PM-10 Inlet A.000
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 1-1

1.1. Distinctive Features ................................................................. 1-2
1.2. EPROM Software Levels ......................................................... 1-3
1.3. Organization of Manual ............................................................ 1-5
1.4. Flow Schematic........................................................................ 1-9
1.5. Flow Control ............................................................................. 1-9
SECTION 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE .................................. 2-1

2.1. Standard Hardware Configuration ........................................... 2-1
2.2. Setting Up the Hub Unit ........................................................... 2-1
2.3. Setting Up a Satellite Unit ........................................................ 2-5
2.4. Optional Partisol Stand ............................................................ 2-8
2.5. Sample Inlets ......................................................................... 2-10
2.6. Hardware Considerations ...................................................... 2-10
2.7. Routine Maintenance ............................................................. 2-11
SECTION 3: FILTER HANDLING AND EXCHANGE ................................................. 3-1

3.1 Filter Handling and Initial Inspection ........................................ 3-1
3.2. Initial Filter Equilibration ........................................................... 3-2
3.3. Initial Filter Weighing................................................................ 3-3
3.4. Filter Exchange ........................................................................ 3-5
3.5. Post-Collection Equilibration .................................................... 3-7
3.6. Post-Collection Weighing ......................................................... 3-8
3.7. Computation of Mass Concentration ....................................... 3-9
SECTION 4: SOFTWARE OVERVIEW AND SETUP ................................................ 4-1

4.1. Turning On the Partisol Sampler ............................................. 4-1
4.2. Title Screen .............................................................................. 4-2
4.3. Main Screen ............................................................................. 4-2
4.4. Navigating Among Screens ..................................................... 4-4
4.5. Edit Mode ................................................................................. 4-7
4.6. Defining Parameters in the Setup Screen ............................... 4-8
4.7. Turning Off the Partisol Sampler ........................................... 4-11
4.8. Automatic Switching of Edit Modes and Screens .................. 4-12
4.9. Operation After Power Failure ............................................... 4-12
SECTION 5: INSTRUMENT OPERATION – BASIC MODE ........................................ 5-1
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SECTION 6: INSTRUMENT OPERATION – MANUAL MODE ..................................... 6-1
SECTION 7: OPERATING STATISTICS AND DIAGNOSTICS ...................................... 7-1

7.1. Statistics Screen ...................................................................... 7-1
7.2. Diagnostics Screen .................................................................. 7-3
7.3. Status Codes ........................................................................... 7-5
7.4. Analog Output .......................................................................... 7-7
7.4.1. Status Analog Output Mode ............................................. 7-7
7.4.2. Flow Analog Output Mode ................................................ 7-7
7.5. Resetting the Sampler ............................................................. 7-8
SECTION 8: VIEWING AND RETRIEVING STORED DATA ....................................... 8-1

8.1. Filter Data Screen .................................................................... 8-2
8.2. Interval Data Screen ................................................................ 8-4
8.3. Filter Data Screen in Time Mode ............................................. 8-6
8.4. Filter Data Screen in Meteorology Mode ................................. 8-6
SECTION 9: AUDIT PROCEDURES ................................................................... 9-1

9.1. Temperature Audit ................................................................... 9-1
9.2. Pressure Audit ......................................................................... 9-1
9.3. Leak Check .............................................................................. 9-2
9.4. Flow Audit ................................................................................ 9-4
SECTION 10: CALIBRATION PROCEDURES ...................................................... 10-1

10.1. Interface Board Calibration .................................................... 10-1
10.2. Analog Input Calibration......................................................... 10-3
10.3. Temperature Calibration ........................................................ 10-6
10.4. Pressure Calibration .............................................................. 10-7
10.5. Flow Calibration ..................................................................... 10-8
SECTION 11: OPTIONAL SAMPLING HARDWARE .............................................. 11-1

11.1. Hardware Mounting Kit .......................................................... 11-1
11.2. Sampling with High Pressure Drop ........................................ 11-3
11.3. Four-Stage Filter Pack ........................................................... 11-3
11.4. Polyurethane Foam (PUF) Sampling System ........................ 11-5
SECTION 12: ADVANCED OPERATION – TIME MODE ........................................ 12-1

12.1. An Example – Sequencing Between Units ............................ 12-4
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SECTION 13: ADVANCED OPERATION – METEOROLOGY MODE .......................... 13-1
SECTION 14: ADVANCED OPERATION – ANALOG INPUT MODES ........................ 14-1

14.1. Controlling the Sampler Using ACCU Logic .......................... 14-3
SECTION 15: ADVANCED OPERATION – SERIAL INPUT MODE ............................ 15-1
APPENDIX A: OVERVIEW OF SCREENS ........................................................... A-1
APPENDIX B: LISTING OF PROGRAM REGISTER CODES ..................................... B-1
APPENDIX C: HARDWARE CONNECTIONS ........................................................ C-1
APPENDIX D: TWO-WAY SERIAL COMMUNICATION ........................................... D-1

D.1. RS-232 Setup Screen ............................................................. D-1
D.2. AK Protocol ............................................................................. D-2
D.3. Format of Downloaded Filter Data .......................................... D-9
D.4. Format of Downloaded Interval Data .................................... D-10
APPENDIX E: INSTALLING NEW SYSTEM SOFTWARE ......................................... E-1
APPENDIX F: CONSUMABLES AND PARTS ......................................................... F-1

F.1. Consumables ........................................................................... F-1
F.2. Parts for Hubs and Satellites ................................................... F-2
F.3. Parts for Optional Sampling Equipment ................................... F-3
APPENDIX G: FILTER LOG ............................................................................ G-1
APPENDIX H: MAINTENANCE OF THE PM-10 INLET .......................................... H-1

H.1. Maintenance of PM-10 Inlet .................................................... H-1
H.2. Maintenance of R&P PM-2.5 and PM-1 Inlets ........................ H-4
INDEX ............................................................................................................ 1
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Section 1: Introduction
The Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler is a microprocessor-controlled manual sampler

with a unique set of features that make it an ideal platform for the measurement of
particulate concentration, acid aerosol, and other constituents found in the atmo-
sphere. When equipped with a PM-10 inlet and operated in its most basic mode, the
hardware performs the same function as traditional high-volume PM-10 samplers–
but with significant advantages. For source apportionment or traffic studies, the
device can be set up to sample by wind velocity and/or direction, or by time of day.
The sampler's hub and satellite configuration (Figure 1-1), in which the air flow
through up to three optional low-cost auxiliary units is controlled by a central station,
gives the user considerable flexibility to fulfill a large number of sampling require-
Figure 1-1. Partisol Model
ments. The hub unit contains not only the sample inlet (PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP) and
2000 Air Sampler, with
Satellite on Left and Hub on 47 mm filter exchange mechanism found in the satellite units, but also a microproces-
Right. sor with internal data storage, an active flow control system, and a pump. The satellite
units are connected to the hub by flow lines that are
activated by solenoid valves contained in the hub.
Only one unit (either hub or satellite) can be active
at any particular time. The user programs the
system using menu-driven software to determine
the conditions under which the hub or satellite units
are active.
In its simplest form, the Partisol Sampler is set up

to collect particulate matter (PM-10, PM-2.5 or
TSP) on a standard 47 mm filter disk for 24-hour
periods stretching from midnight to midnight. As
with other manual sampling devices, the filters
used in this procedure are conditioned and weighed
before exposure, and then conditioned and weighed
again after use to determine the mass of particulate
collected during the 24-hour exposure time. The
Partisol hardware stores the data relevant to each
24-hour collection period in its internal data logger
for viewing and/or retrieval after the fact. Such
information includes the total volume (in terms of
standard temperature and pressure), total collec-
tion time, average temperature, and average pressure
during the collection period.
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1.1. DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
The following is a listing of some of the most distinctive features of the Model 2000
sampler, along with the parts of this manual in which they are described:
• A unique hub and satellite configuration (Section 2) provides the user

with flexible programming for conditional sampling.
• A choice of size-selective inlets supports a variety of applications,

including PM-10, PM-2.5, PM-1 and TSP (Section 2).
• Menu-driven software employs soft keys for the straightforward pro-

gramming and viewing of instrument parameters and data (Section 4).
• A light-weight, compact design provides for ease of installation and

transport (Section 2). The device is quiet enough to be used for indoor
applications.
• The use of filter cassettes and a straightforward filter exchange mecha-

nism make for ease of use (Section 3). The system was designed so that
filter exchange can be accomplished with gloves during the winter.
• Besides the sampler's basic 24-hour midnight-to-midnight operating

cycle (Section 5), the hardware can also be operated manually (Section
6). If the system is purchased with an optional advanced EPROM
(electrically programmable read only memory) module, four additional
advanced programming modes are available: by time (Section 12); by
meteorology (Section 13); by analog input from a data logger or R&P
Series 1400a monitor (Section 14); and by digital input (Section 15).
• With the Partisol Sampler in the Basic programming mode (24-hour

sampling from midnight to midnight), the user can select a 6-day timing
interval to sample every 6 days without making any keypad entries.
Other timing intervals are also available, ranging from 2 to 31 days
(Section 4).
• The system stores operating data for each 47 mm filter exposed to a

sample flow (Section 8), including the average pressure and temperature
during the filter exposure, the mass volume through the filter (in terms of
standard temperature and pressure), the presence of any error conditions,
and the total exposure time. The system also stores average temperature,
pressure, and average meteorological conditions (with an optional wind
vane/anemometer installed), as well as status conditions, every half hour
as so-called “interval data.”

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• Internal diagnostics determine whether any status conditions are present

(Section 7). These are displayed on the main screen of the sampler and
are stored in the internal memory of the hardware for later retrieval.
• An analog output channel (0 to 5 VDC) indicates which flow channel is

currently or what the current flow rate is (Section 7).
• Straightforward audit and calibration procedures simplify the process of

data validation (Sections 9 and 10).
• The flow through the sample inlet is maintained at its proper volumetric
flow rate through the use of ambient temperature and pressure sensors,
while the total flow volume for each collection filter is reported in mass
terms according to the standard temperature and pressure entered by the
user (Section 4).
• A selection of sampling hardware, ranging from the standard 47 mm filter

holder and cassette system (Section 3) to a choice of filter pack,
polyurethane foam (PUF) sampler, or annular denuder tube (Section 11),
makes the Model 2000 sampler an ideal platform for a variety of
sampling applications.
• Advanced RS-232 communication capabilities allow for data retrieval

directly into a personal computer (Section 8), or remotely through a
modem (Appendix D). The selection of which sampling station is
currently active can be controlled optionally through a digital transmis-
sion to the Model 2000 unit (Section 15).
1.2. EPROM SOFTWARE LEVELS
The Partisol Sampler is available in two different software levels to match the
monitoring needs of the user. The advanced version of the EPROM, installed in most
Partisol Samplers, contains a larger number of programming modes for conditional
sampling than the basic software version.
The basic EPROM enables operation in the following programming modes:
Basic In this mode each collection filter is exposed for one 24-hour
period, from midnight to midnight. In this mode, the
hardware can be set up to sample every 6 days (or other
interval) without the need for any operator input.

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Manual In this mode the user can specify which flow channel (hub
or one of the satellites) is currently active by pressing
function keys in the hub unit.
The advanced EPROM allows for the following programming modes in addition to
those listed above:
Time The user can specify for each sampling station (hub or
satellite) up to two time intervals each day (for example 9:00
to 12:00 and 18:00 to 22:00) during which a sample is to be
collected. A date range is also entered, so that this type of
sampling can be performed on either a single day or on a
desired number of consecutive days.
✔ The Partisol Sampler
can be set up to compare In addition, this programming mode makes it possible to
PM-10 concentration with
PM-2.5 and/or TSP concen- perform comparisons between two or more size-selective
tration. inlets. When the user sets up the sampler for “time se-
quenced” operation, the sample stream alternates between
two or more sampling stations. For example, the system can
be programmed so that the sample stream flows alternately
for five minutes through a hub unit equipped with a PM-10
inlet and a satellite equipped with a PM-2.5 inlet.
Meteorology In this mode the user can define under which wind speed and
wind direction conditions each sampling station is activated
during a selected range of days. A wind vane/anemometer
can be purchased from R&P that connects directly through
a special cable to the analog input connector in the back of
the hub unit.
✔ The Partisol Sampler
can be controlled through
the ACCUTM logic of R&P's
Analog Input The Model 2000 sampler's analog input capability allows
Series 1400a monitor. for remote control through an analog signal generated by an
external device such as a data logger or specially-equipped
personal computer. By sending the appropriate voltage level
to the Partisol Sampler, the external device controls which
sampling station is currently active.
Serial Input Using the sampler's two-way RS-232 communication capa-

bility, the user can control which sampling station is currently
active from a remote device by changing the value of a
control variable.
Partisol Samplers can easily be upgraded from the basic to advanced EPROM by
following the instructions contained in Appendix E.

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1.3. ORGANIZATION OF MANUAL
This manual is divided into sections, with each treating a distinct topic. The first parts
deal with the setup of the system's hardware and software, while the later sections deal
with the more-advanced features of the Partisol Sampler. The following listing
provides an overview of the topics handled in each section of this manual:
Section 1: Introduction
This section introduces the user to the unique features of the Partisol Sampler and
describes the flow configuration of the system. It also discusses the treatment of
volumetric flows and standard mass volumes by the system.
Section 2: Hardware Installation and Maintenance

This section sets forth the instructions for setting up the hardware of the hub and
satellite units of the Partisol Sampler. The optional support stand is also discussed,
along with the selection of inlets available for the system. Finally, the section also
covers routine maintenance of the sampling system.
Section 3: Filter Handling and Exchange

This section describes the handling of the 47 mm collection filters used in the Partisol
Sampler, from the initial conditioning of the filter, to the installation of filter cassettes
in the sampling system, to the post-collection conditioning and weighing of the filter.
This part also describes how to compute the average particulate concentration based
upon the initial and ending filter weights, and the total volume drawn through the
filter.
Section 4: Software Overview and Setup

This section provides an overview of the hierarchy of system screens, along with the
instructions for navigating around the software and changing the value of parameters.
This part introduces the Setup Screen, in which a number of values must be entered
before instrument operation can begin.
Section 5: Instrument Operation–Basic Mode

This section describes the operation of the Partisol Sampler for sampling during 24-
hour periods, from midnight to midnight. This is the programming mode in which the
sampler operates when it is turned on for the first time. This programming mode is
included in the basic and advanced versions of the EPROM.
Section 6: Instrument Operation–Manual Mode

This section describes the operation of the Model 2000 hardware in its manual
programming mode. When operated in this configuration, the user presses buttons on
the keypad to determine which sampling station is currently active. This program-
ming mode is included in the basic and advanced versions of the EPROM.

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Section 7: Operating Statistics and Diagnostics

This section displays and describes the informational screens of the Partisol Sampler
that contain operating statistics and diagnostic information. It also discusses the
manner in which the user can reset the sampler. This part lists the system status codes
and describes the analog output status voltages generated by the hardware.
Section 8: Viewing and Retrieving Stored Data

Flow, temperature, pressure and operational data are stored internally for each
collection filter exposed. This information is stored in a circular buffer as “filter data.”
Summary data for each half-hour of operation, including average temperature,
pressure, and status codes, are stored in a separate circular buffer as “interval data.”
This section describes the means by which these types of stored data can be viewed
on the display screen of the Partisol Sampler, and how this information can be
downloaded directly into a laptop personal computer.
Section 9: Audit Procedures

This section sets forth the procedures for performing a flow audit and leak check of
the Partisol system.
Section 10: Calibration Procedures

This section describes the steps involved in calibrating the ambient temperature
sensor, ambient pressure sensor, and the automatic mass flow sensor of the sampler.
Section 11: Optional Sampling Hardware

This section presents an optional mounting system that holds special collection
hardware. Such optional sampling accessories include a four-stage filter pack,
polyurethane foam (PUF) sampler, and annular denuder.
Section 12: Advanced Operation–Time Mode

This section describes the operation of the sampler when it is set for programming by
time and date. This programming mode is included in the advanced version of the
EPROM.
Section 13: Advanced Operation–Meteorology Mode

This section describes the operation of the sampler when it is set for programming by
wind velocity and/or direction. This programming mode is included in the advanced
version of the EPROM.
Section 14: Advanced Operation–Analog Input Modes

This section describes the operation of the sampler when it is set to receive an analog
input that controls which sampling station is currently active. This programming
mode is included in the advanced version of the EPROM.

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Section 15: Advanced Operation–Serial Input Mode

This section describes the operation of the sampler when it is set to act upon the value
of a control variable that is changed remotely to determine which sampling station is
currently active. This programming mode is included in the advanced version of the
EPROM.
Appendix A: Overview of Screens

This appendix displays the menu tree of the Partisol system software, as well as all
display screens in the software.
Appendix B: Listing of Program Register Codes

All important system variables, parameters and current results are stored as so-called
“Program Register Codes.” These codes, which are listed in this appendix, are
important when communicating with the sampler remotely through its RS-232
interface.
Appendix C: Hardware Connections

This appendix describes the hardware pin-outs of the data connectors incorporated in
the Partisol Sampler.
Appendix D: Two-Way Serial Communication

This appendix describes the two-way serial communication capabilities of the
hardware.
Appendix E: Installing New System Software

This appendix sets forth the manner in which EPROM's are replaced in the hub of the
Model 2000 system.
Appendix F: Consumables and Parts

This appendix contains the replacement interval for consumables, and lists the spare
parts available for the Partisol Sampler.
Appendix G: Filter Log

This appendix contains a filter log that can be employed as a quality assurance tool
to track the history of each filter used with the sampler.
Appendix H: Maintenance of Inlets

This appendix lays out the steps involved in maintaining the R&P PM-10 Inlet, as well
as other heads used with the Partisol Sampler.

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Figure 1-2. Partisol Flow

Schematic.

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1.4. FLOW SCHEMATIC
The system flow schematic provides an overview of the hardware's flow and
electronic connections (Figure 1-2). The schematic shows a PM-10 inlet on the hub
unit as well as all three satellites. Other size-selective inlets can be used instead, and
may even vary across sampling stations as long as they use the same flow rate. In
addition, all of the stations shown in the schematic are equipped with the standard 47
mm filter exchange mechanism. This also does not need to be the case, as sampling
stations can be outfitted variously with the standard 47 mm filters in cassettes, filter
packs, polyurethane foam (PUF) samplers, and/or annular denuders.
✔ Only one sampling The satellite units are connected to the hub through 10 m (20 m available optionally)
station (hub or satellite) is flow lines whose operation is controlled by solenoid valves in the hub unit. Only one
active at any given time.
sampling station (hub or satellite) is active at any given time. The system's solenoid
valves are controlled by the embedded microprocessor in accordance with the
sampling program defined by the user.
After the sample flow passes through the collection hardware and solenoid valve, it
flows through an in-line filter that protects the mass flow sensor. The sampler
measures the current atmospheric pressure (Atmospheres) and ambient temperature
(°C) to adjust the reading from the mass flow sensor so that the proper volumetric flow
rate is maintained. While the vacuum pump constantly operates at full capacity, a
servo valve allows varying rates of flow to enter the system so that the sample flow
is maintained at its volumetric set point.
The accumulator minimizes pulsations caused by the vacuum pump, while the manual
shut-off valves and vacuum gauge are used in audit and calibration procedures.
1.5. FLOW CONTROL
The Partisol Sampler maintains a constant volumetric flow rate through the hub and
satellite units at the set point entered by the user, while reporting flow volumes (m3)
in mass terms based upon standard temperature and pressure. The flow rate used must
be appropriate for the inlets being used in the Partisol system. The PM-10 and TSP
inlets from R&P operate at a flow rate of 16.7 l/min (1 m3/h).
The Model 2000 hardware determines the ambient temperature and pressure for flow
rate calculations in one of two different ways: 1) temperature and pressure transducers
measure the current ambient temperature (°C) and ambient pressure (Atmospheres);
or 2) if the sampler is installed in an indoor location where outdoor air is being
sampled, the user can override the automatic temperature and pressure measurements
by entering seasonal averages for temperature and pressure in the software (Section
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The ambient pressure sensor used in the Partisol Sampler has an accuracy of ±1% over
a range of -25 to 60 °C. The ambient pressure sensor is rated from 0.68 to 1.09
Atmospheres, and is specified to have a maximum error of 1.5% in the temperature
range of 0 to 85 °C.
The Partisol Sampler displays in its Setup Screen the standard temperature (°C) and
standard pressure (Atmospheres) in which flow volumes are computed for regulatory
reporting purposes (Section 4). By default, the standard temperature is 25 °C and the
standard pressure is 1 Atmosphere.
✔ The sampler incorpo- The mass flow meter in the Model 2000 sampler is calibrated at a temperature of 0 °C
rates an active mass flow and pressure of 1 Atmosphere (1013.2 millibars or 760 mm Hg). For the device to
control scheme.
sample at the correct volumetric flow rate, it makes use of the measured (or entered)
average temperature and pressure. Using this information, the microprocessor
calculates the correct mass flow set point (Flow RateSTP) using the following formula:
273.15 Ave Pres

Flow RateSTP = Flow RateVol x ––––––––––––––––– x ––––––––
Ave Temp + 273.15 1.0
where:
Flow RateSP = Control set point of the mass flow meter (equivalent
flow at 0 °C and 1 Atmosphere).
Flow RateVol= Volumetric flow rate set point (l/min) as entered by the
user in the Setup Screen (Section 4). This value is
16.7 l/min (1 m3/h) for most applications.
Ave Temp = The current temperature (°C) as measured by the tempera-
ture transducer mounted on the sample tube of the
hub unit or the value entered for average tempera-
ture by the user (Section 4).
Ave Pres = The current pressure (Atmospheres) as measured by the
pressure transducer in the hub unit or the value
entered for average pressure by the user (Section 4).
Mass concentration data reported to the U.S. EPA must be referenced to standard
cubic meters of air based on a standard temperature of 25 °C and standard pressure
of 1 Atmosphere. For the instrument to report mass flow volumes according to this
EPA standard, the user must ensure that the standard temperature and standard
pressure parameters in the Setup Screen (Section 4) are set at their default values of
25 °C and 1 Atmosphere, respectively.

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The flow volumes referenced internally by the instrument to 0 °C are converted to

EPA standard conditions using the following computation:
Std Temp + 273.15 1 Atm

VolumeEPA = VolumeSTP x ––––––––––––––––– x ––––––––
273.15 1 Atm
This VolumeEPA is the value displayed and stored by the Partisol Sampler. This saves
the user from having to make this conversion manually, as must be done with
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Section 2: Hardware Installation and Maintenance
This section describes the installation of the hub and satellite units of the Partisol
Sampler, along with the setup of the optional support stand. In addition, this part
covers the operation of the system as seen from a hardware (as opposed to software)
perspective.
2.1. STANDARD HARDWARE CONFIGURATION
The following is a listing of the standard components provided with a Partisol hub
unit:
Partisol Hub Unit

2 Rain Hoods and Associated Hardware
Hub Sample Tube (shorter than the satellite sample tube)
Sample Inlet (PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP)
Ambient Temperature Sensor
3 Filter Cassettes for 47 mm Filters
Flow Audit Adapter
Analog Input Calibration Cable (R&P part number 51-002604)
Mating Cable Connector for four-pin User Output Connector
Mating Cable Connector for six-pin Anemometer Connector
2 Operating Manuals
1 Service Manual
✔ Each satellite unit is The following parts make up the standard configuration of a Partisol satellite unit:
shipped with a solenoid
valve that must be installed
Partisol Satellite Unit
in the hub unit.
Satellite Sample Tube (longer than the hub sample tube)
Sample Inlet (PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP)
3 Filter Cassettes for 47 mm Filters
2 Mounting Bars with Feet
Solenoid Valve for mounting in Hub Unit
10 m 3/8" OD Tubing
2.2. SETTING UP THE HUB UNIT
Follow the procedure below to set up the hub unit:
NOTE: The hub unit of the Partisol Sampler should be fitted with its optional
insulating jacket (10-002645) in the wintertime for locations at which tempera-
tures are expected to drop below -20 °C on a regular basis. For indoor
installations of the hub unit, an optional temperature sensor on a five-meter cable
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(51-002638-0005), roof flange (55-001289), support tripod (57-000604) and

sample tube extensions (57-002526-0001 and 57-002526-0002) may be ordered
from R&P. Please refer to Appendix F for a complete listing of part numbers.
1) When moving the instrument, be sure to lift the unit by using the
two handles.
2) Cut the tie wrap off the handle of the filter exchange mechanism.
This is placed around the handle to prevent the filter holder from
opening during transport.
3) Install the two rain hoods using the following hardware included
with the hub unit (Figure 2-1):
2 rain hoods
2 rain hood gaskets
8 screws (#10-32 x 1/2" bind head)
a) Place a rain hood gasket in position on the hub.
Figure 2-1. Installation of
Hub Unit on Optional Stand,
Showing one of Rain Hoods
(A).

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b) Place a rain hood in position over the gasket.

c) Secure the rain hood and gasket to the hub using four of the provided screws.
d) Repeat this procedure for the other rain hood.
4) Install the hub sample tube (which is shorter than that of the
satellite unit).
NOTE: Examine the sample tube. The diameter of some sample tubes has been
machined down to a smaller diameter at both of its ends. The machining on one
end extends for 5 cm (2 inches), while the machining on the opposite end extends
only 3 cm (1.25 inches).
a) Insert the end of the sample tube with the 5 cm (2 inch) machined section into
the bulkhead of the hub. Ensure that the tube is pushed past the bulkhead's two
o-rings, which provide some resistance, and hits a stop.
b) Turn the dome connector on the bulkhead to ensure a tight grip.
c) Install the temperature sensor on the sample tube (Figure 2-2). Using a
straight-head screwdriver, turn the set screw so that the sensor assembly is firmly
attached to the sample tube. Plug the temperature sensor connector into the
location marked “Temperature Sensor” on the back panel of the hub unit (Figure
2-3).
Figure 2-2. Mounting of the

Temperature Sensor on the
Sample Tube of the Hub.

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Figure 2-3. Location of the

Temperature Sensor
Connector on the Back
Panel of the Hub Unit.
d) Place the sample inlet (PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP) on the end with 3 cm (1.25
inches) of machining. Ensure that the tube is pushed past the inlet's two o-rings,
which provide some resistance, and hits a stop.
In its final sampling configuration, the entrance to the inlet must be approxi-
mately 2 m above the ground (6 to 7 feet). An optional stand (R&P part number
57-002320) described in Section 2.4 provides a convenient means of installing
both the hub and satellite units.
5) Connect the hub to the electric supply in a manner that meets all
safety and regulatory requirements for the hardware's intended
use.
The wires inside the power cord are defined by the following colors, which are
different for 115 and 230 VAC configurations:
115 VAC 230 VAC
Line Black or Brown Brown
Neutral White or Blue Blue
Common Ground Green or Green/Yellow Green/Yellow
For 115 VAC configurations of the Partisol system, the standard three-pronged
U.S.. plug is provided at the end of the power cord. This plug is intended only
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connecting hardware for certain types of indoor and outdoor locations to meet
electrical and other safety requirements. WARNING: Use of the supplied 115
VAC three-prong plug out of doors or in and uncontrolled interior environment
may present a severe electrical shock hazard.
For 230 VAC configurations of the Partisol system, the standard two-pronged
European plug is provided at the end of the power cord. This plug is intended only
for some types of indoor installations, and may have to be replaced by other
connecting hardware for certain types of indoor and outdoor locations to meet
electrical and other safety requirements. WARNING: Use of the supplied 230
VAC two-prong plug out of doors or in and uncontrolled interior environment
may present a severe electrical shock hazard.
6) Install a 47 mm filter in the manner described in Section 3.
7) After the system is powered up according to the instructions in
Section 4, perform the leak check described in Section 9.
2.3. SETTING UP A SATELLITE UNIT
Follow the procedure below to set up a satellite unit:
NOTE: For indoor installations of satellite units, an optional roof flange (55-
001289), support tripod (57-000604) and sample tube extensions (57-002526-0001
and 57-002526-0002) may be ordered from R&P. Please refer to Appendix F for
a complete listing of part numbers.
1) Cut the tie wrap off the handle of the filter exchange mechanism.
This is placed around the handle to prevent the filter holder from
opening during transport.
2) Attach the horizontal mounting bars with feet to the base of the
satellite unit (Figure 2-4) in the following manner:
a) Confirm that the following items are included with the mounting bars:
4 rubber feet, with a threaded stud on one end and a tapped hole on
the other (33-002262)
4 hex bolts, 1/4-20 x 3/4" long (21-001291-0012)
b) There are four holes in the mounting bars. The two toward the center are
through holes, the two toward the ends are tapped 1/4-20.
c) Screw the male end of the rubber feet into the ends of the mounting bars.
d) Using the four screws, attach the bars to the satellite unit using the center-
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Figure 2-4. Satellite Unit

Installed with Horizontal
Mounting Bars on Optional
Stand.
e) If the satellite is to be installed on the optional stand (Section 2.4), line up the
rubber feet with the mounting holes in the stand. Secure the feet to the stand using
the screws included eith the stand hardware.
3) Install the satellite sample tube (which is longer than that of the
hub unit).
NOTE: Examine the sample tube. The diameter of some sample tubes has been
machined down to a smaller diameter at both of its ends. The machining on one
end extends for 5 cm (2 inches), while the machining on the opposite end extends
only 3 cm (1.25 inches).
a) Insert the end of the sample tube with the 5 cm (2 inch) machined section into
the bulkhead of the satellite. Ensure that the tube is pushed past the bulkhead's
two o-rings, which provide some resistance, and hits a stop.
b) Turn the dome connector on the bulkhead to ensure a tight grip.
c) Place the sample inlet (PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP) on the end with 3 cm (1.25
inches) of machining. Ensure that the tube is pushed past the inlet's two o-rings,
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In its final sampling configuration, the entrance to the inlet must be approxi-
mately 2 m above the ground (6 to 7 feet). An optional stand (R&P part number
57-002320) described in Section 2.4 is a convenient means of installing both the
hub and satellite units.
3) Insert the satellite solenoid valve provided with the satellite unit
into the hub.
a) Locate the mounting panel for solenoid valves under the keypad in the hub.
Note that the solenoid valve for the hub is located in the left-most position (Figure
2-5).
Figure 2-5. Location of

Hub Valve (A) and Open
Positions for Three Satellite
Valves (B) in the Hub.
b) To the right of the hub valve are three plates for up to three satellite units.
c) Remove the plate directly to the right of the hub valve by removing the two
screws.
d) Install the valve for the satellite unit in its place in the same manner as the hub
valve.
e) Plug the Molex connector attached to the satellite valve into the empty
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f) If more than one satellite unit is to be installed, successive valves must be

installed working left to right.
4) Connect the satellite to the hub.
a) A 10 m segment of 3/8 inch OD tubing is provided with each satellite unit.
Optionally, a 20 m length may be purchased from R&P as part number 24-
000483-0020.
b) Remove the plug on the back side of the hub marked “Satellite 2.”
c) Insert one end of the tubing into this quick-connect fitting on the back panel
of the hub.
d) Attach the opposite end of the tubing to the quick-connect fitting on the back
panel of the satellite.
e) If more than one satellite unit is to be installed, the connectors on the back
panel of the hub must be used in order of their number, working from right to left.
5) Install a 47 mm filter in the manner described in Section 3.
6) After the system is powered up according to the instructions in
Section 4, perform the leak check described in Section 9 for each
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2.4. OPTIONAL PARTISOL STAND
The optional Partisol Stand (R&P part number 57-002320) is available to aid in the
installation of the Partisol’s hub and satellite units. The mounting of the hub on the
stand is shown in Figure 2-1, and that of the satellite in Figure 2-6. Both types of
sampling stations utilize the identical stand.
Figure 2-7 contains a listing of parts, as well as other assembly information for the
stand. Put this hardware together in accordance with the diagrams shown in this
figure.
Figure 2-6. Satellite Unit

Installed on Optional Stand.

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Figure 2-7. Assembly

Information for Optional
Partisol Stand.

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2.5. SAMPLE INLETS
A number of sample inlets are available from R&P that offer different particle size cut-
off characteristics at a sample flow rate of 16.7 l/min (1 m3/h). They fit directly on
the 1 1/4 inch OD sample tube used in the Partisol Sampler. As of the publication date
of this manual, the following such sampling heads could be obtained from R&P:
R&P PM-10 Inlet (16.7 l/min) part number 57-000596

R&P PM-2.5 Inlet (16.7 l/min) part number 10-002319
R&P PM-1 Inlet (16.7 l/min) part number 10-003056
U.S. TSP Inlet (16.7 l/min) part number 10-002929
German TSP Inlet (16.7 l/min) part number 57-002269
The PM-10 inlet above is used in R&P's U.S. EPA-approved continuous PM-10
monitor, while the German TSP (total suspended particulate) inlet is a part of the
German EPA-approved continuous TSP monitor from R&P.
2.6. HARDWARE CONSIDERATIONS
A number of systems internal to the Model 2000 sampler are designed to maintain
acceptable operating conditions within the hardware.
✔ A fan and heater provide Based upon the temperature measured on the interface circuit board in the electronics
cooling and heating to the enclosure behind the keypad in the hub, the device either turns on a cooling fan if
sampler.
temperatures become warm or turns on a heater if temperatures drop. This is done
according to the following rules.
• The cooling fan in the hub turns on if the temperature measured on the
interface board exceeds 30 °C, and turns off again once the temperature
falls below 25 °C.
• The heater in the electronics enclosure turns on if the temperature

measured on the interface board drops below 15 °C, and turns off again
once the temperature rises above 20 °C.
The sample pump is always on when sampling takes place through the hub or satellite
units. When none of the sampling stations is active, the sample pump turns on under
the cold-weather conditions listed below. In such a case, the flow through the pump
enters the system through the servo valve that regulates the bypass stream to the flow
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• The pump turns on continuously if the ambient temperature falls below

-5 °C, and turns off again once the ambient temperature reaches 10 °C.
If the temperature measured on the interface board drops below a certain level, the
system electronics cannot be guaranteed to operate reliably, and the device enters a
standby condition. This occurs according to the following rule:
• If the temperature measured on the interface board drops below -5 °C, a

standby condition is invoked in which the pump and heaters are turned
on continuously until the temperature rises above this level. The
microprocessor in the hub is turned off during this standby state.
2.7. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The routine maintenance of the Partisol Sampler consists of the following procedures
performed at the indicated intervals:
Keep filter cassettes clean Inspect filter cassettes for contamination after every
use. Wipe with a clean dry cloth as required.
Additional filter cassettes can be ordered from R&P
in packets of five (57-002323-0005) or ten (57
002323-0010).
Keep rubber lip seals clean Inspect the seals that rest against the filter cassette in
the hub and satellite units everytime a filter is
exchanged. Wipe with a clean dry cloth as required.
Replace if worn or damaged (R&P part number 22
002182).
Clean R&P PM-10 Inlet Clean each PM-10 inlet after every 14 days of inlet
usage according to the instructions in Appendix H.
The PM-10 inlet must be cleaned when the corre-
sponding sampling station is not operating.
Replace Large In-Line Filter Exchange the large in-line filter in the hub unit every
six months of instrument operation (R&P part num-
ber 32-002643). Turn the sampler off to replace the
large in-line filter.
Clean Air Screens Clean the air screens located under the rain hoods of
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Check battery voltage Check the voltage level of the batteries on the main
computer board in the hub unit every six months.
Refer to Appendix F.1 for instructions to check the
battery voltage.
The pump in the Partisol Sampler only has a limited lifetime of approximately 2 years.
If the pump's performance deteriorates, it should be renewed using the Partisol Pump
Rebuild Kit (R&P part number 59-002642) or replaced with a new pump (see
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Section 3: Filter Handling and Exchange
This section covers the initial inspection of 47 mm filters used in the Partisol system,
as well as the equilibration and weighing before use. Further, the procedure for filter
insertion and removal is described along with the means by which post-collection
equilibration and weighing occur, along with the computations involved in determin-
ing the mass concentration. Follow the guidelines described in this section closely to
ensure data quality.
3.1 FILTER HANDLING AND INITIAL INSPECTION
A number of different media are available from R&P in the standard 47 mm size for
use with the Partisol Sampler:
Pallflex TX40 Filters, Box of 100 part number 10-002387-0100

Teflon Filters, 2.0 µm pore size, Box of 50 part number 10-002322-0050
Quartz Fiber Filters, Box of 100 part number 10-002647-0100
The above-listed materials are currently acceptable for use in U.S. EPA equivalent
and reference PM-10 instrumentation. All are suitable for particulate mass measure-
ment; however, one type of media may be preferable to the other depending upon the
type of post-collection chemical speciation desired. Filter media may be used for U.S.
EPA PM-10 reporting purposes as long as the material meets the collection efficiency,
integrity and alkalinity requirements of 40 CFR Part 50 Appendix J. Further,
materials to be used must have relatively low pressure drop characteristics so that the
sampler can maintain the 16.7 l/min flow rate required for the PM-10 inlet during an
entire 24-hour sampling period.
NOTE: Utmost care must be taken when handling and

transporting sample filters. Quartz fiber filters are very
brittle, while other type of material are susceptible to tearing.
The user must be careful to keep filters clean and never to touch filters with fingers.
✘ Never touch filters with Filters should be stored and transported in petri dishes. Only non-serrated forceps
fingers. should be used to handle the 47 mm filters used with the sampler.
Inspect each filter visually for integrity before use. Check for the following:
• Pinholes
• Chaff or flashing
• Loose material
• Discoloration
• Non-uniformity
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3.2. INITIAL FILTER EQUILIBRATION
Perform the steps below to equilibrate 47 mm filters before use. Petri

dishes are used to store and transport the filters.
1) Place a label on the cover of each petri dish and number each
dish.
2) Place the petri dish cover under the bottom half of the dish.
3) Place each inspected filter into a separate petri dish.
4) Record the filter number, relative humidity, temperature, date and
time at the beginning of equilibration.
5) Equilibrate each filter for at least 24 hours under the following
conditions:
The equilibration room must be held at a constant relative humidity between 20
and 45% with a variability of not more than ±5%.
The equilibration room must be held at a constant temperature between 15 and
30 °C with a variability of not more than ±3 °C.
Figure 3-1. Positioning the

47 mm Filter on the Bal-
ance.

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3.3. INITIAL FILTER WEIGHING
Follow the procedure below to perform an initial weighing of 47 mm

collection filters (tare weight):
1) Ensure that each filter has been equilibrated for at least 24 hours
before weighing.
2) Filters must be weighed on a semi-micro balance with a minimum
resolution of 0.01 mg. Ensure that the balance has been turned
on for at least one hour before performing any weighings.
3) Weigh each filter at least once (three times recommended),
✔ The initial filter weight is recording the mass in grams (Figure 3-1). The average mass
recorded as Wi. reading is the initial filter weight, Wi.
4) Immediately place each weighed filter into an open filter cassette
(R&P part number 36-002190, Figure 3-2) and then close the filter
cassette by snapping its top part onto the bottom section (Figure
3-3). Ensure that the cassette is properly sealed by one of the
following methods:
Figure 3-2. Placing the 47

mm Filter into the Filter
Cassette.

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Figure 3-3. Closing the

Filter Cassette.
While holding the bottom part of the filter cassette in one hand, rotate the top of
the cassette approximately 1/8 of a turn while applying pressure.
Hold the closed cassette in both hands with your thumb on the top and fore finger
on the bottom. Rotate the entire cassette completely while applying pressure
with your thumb and fore finger.
Place the filter cassette with its 47 mm filter installed into a petri
dish, and place the cover over the petri dish.
5) Document the relative humidity, temperature, date and time of the
initial weighing.
6) The “zero” reading of the semi-micro balance should be verified
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3.4. FILTER EXCHANGE
Collection filters must be transported carefully in

their petri dishes to and from the sampling site.
IMPORTANT NOTE: With the ex-

ception of the Basic programming
mode, the sampler must be in the
“Stop” operating mode before fil-
ters are exchanged. Press <F4: Run/
Stp> when in the Main Screen (Sec-
tion 4.3) to toggle between the “Run”
and “Stop” operating modes.
When in the Basic programming

mode, leave the sampler in the “Run”
operating mode, but be careful not to
exchange the filter in the currently-
operating sampling station. The active
unit is displayed on the second line of
the Main Screen as “Curr” (Section
4.3).
Perform the following procedure for each

sampling unit in which a filter is to be
exchanged:
1) For each sampling station where a

filter is being exchanged, record the
Figure 3-4. Opening the valid and total exposure times, as well as the standard volume
Filter Exchange Mecha- (VSTD) displayed on the Main Screen (Section 4.3).
nism.
2) Lift the handle of the filter exchange mechanism in the hub or
satellite unit into its upward position (Figure 3-4) to expose the
area in which the filter cassette is installed.
3) If a filter is currently installed in the sampling unit, remove the
filter cassette with its filter installed, and place it immediately into
its uniquely-numbered petri dish. A groove in the filter holding
mechanism allows the user to gain better access to the filter
cassette for removal.
4) Take the new filter cassette with its unused filter installed out of
its petri dish, and place it into the filter holding well of the filter

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Figure 3-5. Installing a

New Filter Cassette.
exchange mechanism (Figure 3-5). The enclosure of the sam-

pling station serves as a good storage location for the petri dish
of the filter currently in use.
5) Close the filter exchange mechanism.
If the Partisol Sampler is being operated in its Basic pro-

gramming mode, use the soft function keys in the Edit Mode
to define the sampling program for the newly-installed 47
mm filters (Section 5). Make sure that the hardware remains
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sampling program is executed, or press <F4: Run/Stp> if the

sampler is currently in the “Stop” operating mode.
If the unit is in any other programming mode besides the

Basic mode, use the soft function keys in the Edit mode to
define the sampling program for the newly-installed 47 mm
filters (Sections 6, and 12 to 15). Then, return the sampler
to the “Run” operating mode by pressing <F4: Run/Stp>
when in the Main Screen (Section 4.3) so that the newly-
defined sampling program is carried out.
3.5. POST-COLLECTION EQUILIBRATION
Perform the following steps to equilibrate 47 mm filters after use:
1) Examine the filter for defects that may have occurred during
sampling, as well as for evidence of leaks in the filter cassette.
Leaks manifest themselves as pronounced radial streaks that
extend beyond the exposed area of the filter.
2) Carefully remove the 47 mm filter from the filter cassette and set
the filter in its petri dish. The cassette can then be used to hold
other filters once it has been cleaned.
3) Place the petri dish cover under the bottom half of the dish.
4) Place a paper towel over the open petri dish during equilibration.
5) Record the filter number, relative humidity, temperature, date and
time at the beginning of this post-collection equilibration.
6) Equilibrate each filter for at least 24 hours under the following
conditions:
The equilibration room must be held at a constant relative humidity between 20
and 45% with a variability of not more than ±5%.
The equilibration room must be held at a constant temperature between 15 and
30 °C with a variability of not more than ±3 °C.

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Figure 3-6. Placing a Used

47 mm Filter on the Bal-
ance.
3.6. POST-COLLECTION WEIGHING
Follow the procedure below to perform a post-collection weighing of the

47 mm collection filters:
1) Ensure that the filter has been equilibrated for at least 24 hours
before weighing.
2) Filters must be weighed on a semi-micro balance with a minimum
resolution of 0.01 mg. R&P supplies such a balance as part
number 10-002321. Ensure that the balance has been turned on
for at least one hour before performing any weighings.
3) Remove the filter from its petri dish.
✔ The final filter weight is 4) Weigh each filter at least once (three times recommended), re-
recorded as Wf.
cording the mass in grams (Figure 3-6). The average mass
reading is the final filter weight, Wf.
5) Return the filter to its petri dish and store for archival purposes.
6) Document the relative humidity, temperature, date and time of the
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7) The “zero” reading of the semi-micro balance should be verified

between each filter weighing.
✔ The change in filter 8) Determine the net mass filter loading ((D DW) by subtracting the
weight involves the Wi and average initial filter weight (Wi (g) computed in step 3 of Section
Wf weights computed
above.
3.3) from the final filter weight (Wf (g) computed in step 4 above).
Ensure that the figures used in this computation were obtained
from the same filter and balance.
3.7. COMPUTATION OF MASS CONCENTRATION
Compute the average mass concentration (MC) of PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP during the
sampling period of each filter by using the following formula with the information
assembled above:
DW x 106
MC = ––––––––––
VSTD
where:
DW = the net change in the mass (g) of the 47 mm filter between the
initial weighing and the post collection weighing, as com-
puted in step 8 of Section 3.6 above.
106 = Conversion factor from grams (g) to micrograms (µg).
VSTD = the volume (std m3) drawn through the filter, as recorded in step
1 of Section 3.4 above.
For 24-hour PM-10 measurement averages to be valid for U.S. EPA reporting
purposes, the “Valid Time” recorded in step 1 of Section 3.4 above must be at least
23 hours. The “Total Time” is the length of time during which the sample stream flows
through a filter, while the “Valid Time” is the length of time during which the status
condition is “Ok.” Therefore, the “Valid Time” is always less than or equal to the
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Section 4: Software Overview and Setup
This section describes the basic user interaction with the system software that occurs
once the Partisol Sampler is turned on. It introduces the setup parameters that should
be reviewed by the user before beginning sampling. The hierarchy of screens, method
for changing system parameters, and main system screens are presented.
4.1. TURNING ON THE PARTISOL SAMPLER
✔ Ensure that all applicable Follow the procedures outlined in Section 2 carefully before attempting operation of
safety standards are met the Model 2000 sampler. Once the sampling system has been wired to a main
before applying power to
the hardware. electrical source of the proper voltage in accordance with local standards, power can
be applied to the unit.
Follow the step below to turn on the sampler:
1) Press the power switch on the main panel of the hub unit to its
“on” (1) position to activate the sampler (Figure 4-1).
Once the power switch is pressed, the pump in the hub unit may start up momentarily.
This is the default setting of the unit in case it is being turned on under extreme cold
conditions where additional heat is necessary to warm the electronics.
Figure 4-1. Pressing the

On/Off Button into the “On”
Position.
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4.2. TITLE SCREEN
The Title Screen appears on the display of the sampler

Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler momentarily to identify the model number of the
hardware and software version running in the hard-
Version x.xxx
ware (Figure 4-2). During the time that this screen is
displayed, the user has a chance to reset the sampler by
pressing the appropriate keys on the keypad (Section
Copyright 1993
7.5).
4.3. MAIN SCREEN

Figure 4-2. Title Screen.
The Title Screen is replaced on the display by the Main Screen (Figure 4-3). This
shows summary information regarding sampling station usage and the general status
of the system. The exact layout of the Main Screen varies depending upon which
programming mode, such as Basic, is currently being used. When the sampler is
turned on for the first time, it comes up in the Basic programming mode. Refer to
Section 5 for specific guidance regarding system operation in the Basic programming
mode.
Even though the Main Screen is capable of displaying information for one hub and up
to three satellite units, it only shows as many informational lines as there are sampling
stations installed in the Partisol system. The user enters the number of stations in the
Setup Screen described later in this section. The following information is common
to all versions of the Main Screen:
Programming Mode The hardware displays the current programming mode in the
upper left-hand corner of the Main Screen, for example
“Basic.” The user selects the current programming mode in
the Setup Screen described later in this section. The choices
available are determined by whether the basic or advanced
EPROM is installed in the electronic system.
Operating Mode The current operating mode, which may be either “Run” or
“Stop,” is displayed in the upper right-hand corner of the
Main Screen. Most parameters of the sampler can only be
edited in the “Stop” mode. The <F4: Run/Stop> soft key
toggles the sampler between the “Run” and “Stop” operating
modes. Do not press this key to activate sampling until the
appropriate entries have been made in the Setup Screen, as
described later in this section.

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Figure 4-3. Main Screen.

BASIC Partisol Main Screen RUN
16:21 03-Oct-93 Curr:2 Status:Ok
Stat Std Vol Valid Total Date
H1: DONE 24.143 24:00 24:00 02-Oct
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21 03-Oct
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00 04-Oct
S4:
Edit Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup
Soft Function Keys in View Data Mode
Edit Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup Unshifted
Shifted
Soft Function Keys in Edit Mode
Daily Today+1 + ++ Bksp > Unshifted
-- - + ++ Bksp < Shifted
Time and Date The local time and date are displayed on the second line of
the Main Screen. These variables should be set to their
proper values in the Setup Screen described later in this
section before operation of the sampler is commenced.
Current Station The value marked as “Curr” on the second line of the Main
Screen denotes the sampling station currently in use, accord-
ing to the following definitions:
0 No station is currently active.

1 The hub unit (Station H1) is currently active.
2 The first satellite unit (Station S2) is currently
active.
3 The second satellite unit (Station S3) is currently
active.
4 The third satellite unit (Station S4) is currently
active.
The station identifiers H1, S2, S3, and S4 also appear on the
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Status The value of the status code indicates whether or not the
hardware is operating properly (Section 7.3). A value of
"Ok" indicates that all functions are proceeding normally.
Unit Stat The column labelled “Stat” indicates the current operational
status of the respective sampling station of the Partisol
system. A status of “ON” indicates that the measurement
station is currently active, while “OFF” means that the hub
or satellite unit is not currently operational, and “DONE”
represents that the unit has completed its pre-defined mea-
surement program (for example, its 24-hour average).
Std Vol The values in this column indicate the sample volume (m3,
in terms of standard temperature and pressure) that has
flowed through the collection device (such as a 47 mm filter)
currently installed in the respective sampling station.
Valid The times shown in this column denote the total length of
collection time during which an operational status of “Ok”
was present.
Total This column displays the total elapsed time during which the
sample stream was drawn through the respective sampling
station. The difference between this value and the “Valid”
reading described above is due to the existence of opera-
tional status conditions other than “Ok” (Section 7.3). The
summary data for every 30 minutes of operation stored as
“Interval Data” (Section 8.2) indicate which operational
status conditions existed during each 30-minute time period.
The function keys labelled “F1” to “F5” activate the commands shown on the bottom
line of virtually every screen in the system. The following parts of this section
describe the means by which one navigates among the screens of the system software,
as well as how to switch between the “View Data Mode” and “Edit Mode” to change
the value of system parameters.
4.4. NAVIGATING AMONG SCREENS
The system software allows the user to navigate easily through the use of soft function
keys (<F1> to <F5>) and the <ESC> key (Figure 4-4). The structure of the sampler's
screens is only three levels deep, making it relatively easy to switch from one display
to another (Figure 4-5). From the Main Screen, simply press the soft key labelled
<F2: Stats>, <F3: Storage>, or <F5: Setup> to drop down one level in the screen

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Figure 4-4. Keypad.
✔ Use function keys to structure. Pressing the <ESC> key causes the current display to be replaced by the
drop down by one layer in next higher screen in the hierarchy of screens. For example, pressing <ESC> when
the structure of screens.
Pressing <ESC> returns the in the Diagnostics Screen returns the user to the Setup Screen. The definition of the
user to the next highest soft function keys changes as different screens appear on the display and different
level.
Figure 4-5. Hierarchy of

Screens. Title Screen
MET
TIME
Main Screen Programming

Screen
Setup Screen Filter Data Interval Data

Stats Screen
Screen Screen
RS232 Setup Calibration Diagnostics Audit

Screen Screen Screen Screen

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functions are required. Appendix A contains an overview of all screens included in

the Partisol software.
The <F1: Edit> key is common to most screens. The function of this command, which
causes the sampler to leave the View Data Mode and enter the Edit Mode, is described
in the following parts of this section.
The <SHIFT> key plays a special role in accessing soft function keys. Certain
displays, such as the Setup Screen (Figure 4-6), have a “>” or “<” indicator on the
right-most position of the bottom line. The appearance of these symbols indicates that
the soft key menu for the current screen is two lines long, and that <SHIFT> can be
pressed to toggle between the lines of the menu. This is the case both in the View Data
Mode and the Edit Mode. The following describes the use of the <SHIFT> key to
switch between soft key menu lines:
> The first line of the soft key menu is currently being displayed. Press
✔ Press the <SHIFT> key <SHIFT> to toggle to the second line of the soft key menu. Once this
to toggle between the two occurs, the “<” symbol appears in its place. This procedure applies when
lines of the soft key menu,
as indicated by “>” and “<.”
in the View Data Mode and Edit Mode.
Figure 4-6. Setup Screen.

Setup
Stations: 3 Std Temp: 25.0
Run Type: BASIC Std Pres: 1.000
Set Flow: 16.7 Ave Temp: 99.9
A/O Type: STAT Ave Pres: 9.999
Curr Date: 03-Oct-93 Basic Cyc: 0
Curr Time: 16:21:36 Intv Mode: SAMP
Edit Calib Diag RS232 Audit >
Edit Calib Diag RS232 Audit > Unshifted
LCD + LCD - < Shifted
-- - + ++ Bksp > Unshifted
+/- < Shifted

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< The second line of the soft key menu is currently being displayed. Press
<SHIFT> to toggle to the first line of the soft key menu. Once this occurs,
the “>” symbol appears in its place. This procedure applies when in the
View Data Mode and Edit Mode.
For the descriptive purposes of this manual, the soft keys referred to on the second
line of the soft key menu are identified as “F6” to “F10.”
4.5. EDIT MODE
The Partisol Sampler normally operates in the View Data Mode, which enables the
user to navigate among all of its screens, but does not allow any changes to be made
to system parameters.
To enter the Edit Mode, press the <F1: Edit> key. Since many screens contain
information, such as flow rate set points, that can only be changed when the sampler
is in the “Stop” operating mode, the hardware beeps if it cannot enter the Edit Mode.
In such a case, the user must return to the Main Screen and press <F4: Run/Stp> before
attempting to enter the Edit Mode in the desired screen.
The cursor changes from an underline when it is in the View Data Mode to a large
square shape when the sampler is in the Edit Mode.
Many screens, such as the Setup Screen (Figure 4-6), contain soft keys to decrement
by larger or smaller amounts (<--> and <->, respectively) and to increment by larger
or smaller amounts (<++> and <+>, respectively).
Numeric values can also be entered directly from the keypad. The <Bksp> (back-
space) key erases previously typed characters.
Times expressed as “hh:mm” can be edited using the <-->, <->, <+> or <++> keys,
or through direct keypad entry. Use the decimal point to delimit hours from minutes
when entering times directly from the keypad; for example, enter “16.45” for 16:45.
Dates expressed as “dd-mmm” are edited as two separate parts, and can be changed
using the <-->, <->, <+> or <++> keys, or through direct keypad entry. Use the arrow
keys on the keypad to move from one part of the date field to another.
To edit multiple parameters while remaining in the Edit Mode, press the arrow keys
✔ Use the arrow keys to on the keypad after making each change. This moves the cursor to a new field and
move from one field to keeps the Model 2000 unit in its Edit Mode. This does away with the need to toggle
another while remaining in
the Edit Mode.
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The following two keystrokes cause the software to leave the Edit Mode and return
to the View Data Mode:
✔ Leave the Edit Mode by <ENTER> Changes made while in the Edit Mode are retained, and the
pressing <ENTER> to save sampler then returns to the View Data Mode.
changes or <ESC> to
disregard changes.
<ESC> Changes made while in the Edit Mode are not retained, and
the sampler then returns to the View Data Mode.
The cursor reverts to its underline shape when the software returns to the View Data
Mode.
4.6. DEFINING PARAMETERS IN THE SETUP SCREEN
The Setup Screen (Figure 4-6) contains a number of important parameters that affect
the operation of the Partisol system. These must be set to their proper values in order
for the hardware to operate properly. The following listing describes the parameters
found on this screen, along with their appropriate set points:
Stations This parameter represents the number of sampling stations

✔ The number of stations in the Partisol system, including the hub. For example, if the
determines the number of Partisol system contains one hub and two satellite units, the
informational lines in the
Main Screen.
value entered for “Stations” should be 3.
Run Type This represents the current programming mode. When the
sampler is turned on for the first time, it is set to operate in
its Basic mode. In this mode, the sampler collects 24-hour
samples from midnight to midnight. Press the <F3: +> and
<F2: -> keys when in the Edit Mode to change the current
programming mode.
The following programming modes are available in the

basic version of the EPROM:
Basic. 24-hour sample collection from midnight to mid-

night.
Manual. The user selects the currently active sampling

station through direct keypad entry.

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In addition to the programming modes listed above, the

advanced version of the EPROM adds the following capa-
bilities:
Time. Operation of sampling stations is controlled by time

and date ranges entered by the user.
Meteorology. Operation of sampling stations is controlled

by wind velocity and/or direction criteria entered by the user.
Analog Input. Operation of sampling stations is controlled

by an analog input from an external device (Section 14).
Analog input programming mode 1 (AI1) is appropriate for
most sampling situations. A second analog input program-
ming mode named “AI2” is also available.
Serial Input. Operation of sampling stations is controlled

by a serial input from an external source.
Set Flow This is the set point of the volumetric flow rate (l/min)
through the inlet of the hub and satellite units. The default
value of this parameter is 16.7 l/min (1 m3/h), which is the
appropriate flow rate for many sampling heads including the
PM-10, PM-2.5 and TSP inlets.
A/O Type The Partisol Sampler has two analog output modes. The user
may choose between “Status” mode and “Flow” mode.
When in the Status mode, the hardware transmits a voltage
signal that represents the channel currently being operated
and the existence of any status conditions. The Flow mode
outputs the current flow rate through the system. Refer to
Section 7.4 for a detailed discussion of these settings.
Curr Date This is the current date, expressed as “day-month-year.” Use

the arrow keys when in the Edit Mode to move among these
three parts of the “Curr Date” field.
Curr Time This is the current time, expressed as

“hours:minutes:seconds." Use the arrow keys when in the
Edit Mode to move among these three parts of the “Curr
Time” field. The newly-entered time takes effect as soon as
the user presses <ENTER> to confirm the edit and leave the
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Std Temp This is the standard temperature for regulatory reporting

purposes. Its default value is 25 °C. The volumes (m3)
computed by the sampler are expressed in terms of the
standard temperature and standard pressure (below).
Std Pres This is the standard pressure for regulatory reporting pur-
poses. Its default value is 1 Atmosphere. The volumes (m3)
computed by the sampler are expressed in terms of standard
temperature (above) and standard pressure.
✔ The sampler normally Ave Temp This value is normally set to 99.9 to indicate that the current
measures the current temperature measured by the temperature sensor on the
ambient temperature
automatically.
sample tube of the hub unit is to be used to set the volumetric
flow rate.
In situations where the temperature sensor is not used or

where it cannot be located in the same ambient temperature
environment as the sample inlet, the user should enter the
seasonal average temperature (°C) for “Ave Temp.” This
value should be updated two to four times per year, depend-
ing upon established monitoring guidelines for the sampling
location. Use the <F6: +/-> (SHIFT <F1>) key when in the
Edit Mode to enter a negative value for “Ave Temp.”
✔ The sampler normally
measures the current Ave Pres This value is normally set to 9.999 to indicate that the current
ambient pressure automati-
cally.
pressure measured by the pressure sensor in the hub is to be
used to set the volumetric flow rate.
In extremely rare instances in which the pressure measured

by this pressure sensor is not representative of the pressure
at the sample inlet, the user should enter the average pressure
(Atmospheres) at the sampling location for “Ave Pres.”
✔ The Basic Cyc param-
eter allows users to perform Basic Cyc The value of this parameter detemines the number of days
every 6 day sampling
without making any key- that are automatically skipped between sampling periods
strokes during filter when the Partisol Sampler is in its Basic programming
exchanges. mode. When this parameter contains a value between 2 and
31, the sampler skips this number of days on each sampling
unit without requiring any keypresses by the operator. For
✔ The sampler can be
example, to sample every six days in the Basic programming
instructed to store interval
data (including meteorologi- mode, set the value of “Basic Cyc” to 6. Values of 0 (default)
cal values) continuously, and 1 turn off this automatic skipping capability.
even when none of the
sampling stations is active.

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Intv Mode This setting determines the frequency and conditions under
which the hardware stores “interval data” (Section 8). With
“Intv Mode” set to “SAMP” (sampling), the device stores
interval data every 30 minutes, but only when in the Run
operating mode and if sampling takes place during a given
30-minute period. When set to “CONT” (continuous), this
parameter causes the sampler to store interval every one
hour that power is applied to the instrument, no matter what
the operating mode. This permits the logging of meteoro-
logical data such as average temperature, wind speed, wind
velocity, and wind direction even when none of the sampler's
stations is active.
The Setup Screen also enables the user to change the brightness of the LCD (liquid
crystal display) through the use of the <F6: LCD +> (SHIFT <F1>) and <F7:
LCD -> (SHIFT <F2>) keys when in the View Data Mode.
Once the user has set the above parameters to their appropriate values, the hardware's
sampling program can be defined in the Main Screen. Refer to one of the following
sections of this manual for operating instructions, depending upon which sampling
program has been selected above:
Basic Mode Section 5

Manual Mode Section 6
Time Mode Section 12
Meteorology Mode Section 13
Analog Input Modes Section 14
Serial Input Mode Section 15
4.7. TURNING OFF THE PARTISOL SAMPLER
Follow the steps below to turn off the hardware:
1) Display the Main Screen (Section 4.3) by pressing <ESC> repeat-

edly, if necessary.
2) If the device is not in the “Stop” operating mode, press <F4: Run/
Stp>. If the unit is still in the “Stop” operating mode when it is
turned off, it resumes operation in the “Run” operating mode
when it is next powered up.
3) Press the power switch on the main panel of the hub unit into its
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✔ The backlighting of the 4.8. AUTOMATIC SWITCHING OF EDIT MODES AND SCREENS
LCD is turned off when the
sampler is left unattended
for 15 minutes. The Partisol Sampler takes a number of actions automatically during periods of
inactivity.
• Anytime more than fifteen minutes pass since the last keystroke was
entered on the keypad, the backlighting of the LCD (liquid quartz
display) dims. When this occurs, press any key to reactivate the screen's
backlighting.
• If the sampler is left in the Edit Mode for more than five minutes without
any user keystrokes, it automatically reverts to the View Data Mode.
• Whenever the sampler remains in a screen other than the Main Screen for
longer than fifteen minutes without any user keystrokes, the hardware
automatically reverts to the Main Screen.
4.9. OPERATION AFTER POWER FAILURE
In the case of a power failure, the sampler resumes operation where it left off. If it lost
power while it was in the “Run” operating mode, it returns to that mode when the
electricity comes back on. It then determines, based upon the current sampling
program, whether the same sampling station should remain active as before, or if a
new flow channel should be turned on.
The hardware maintains an accurate record of the actual time that each sampling
station is active, as well as what the standard volume is. The data logger for “Interval
Data” (Section 8.2) stores occurrences of electrical outages by displaying status code
“E” (Section 7.3) on the Interval Data Screen (Section 8.2) and retaining this code in
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Section 5: Instrument Operation – Basic Mode
The Basic programming mode is the default setting of the Partisol Sampler. It allows
the user to collect samples for 24-hour periods from midnight to midnight on each 47
mm filter in the sampling stations of the Partisol system. The hardware is set for this
mode when it is turned on for the first time.
Do not attempt operation of the Partisol Sampler until the installation procedures
contained in Sections 2 and 3 have been executed. Refer to the instructions in Section
4.6 regarding the entry of appropriate system parameters in the Setup Screen before
setting up the software for sampling in the Basic programming mode.
The user defines the sampling program (i.e., during which 24-hour periods the Partisol
hardware samples) in the Main Screen (Figure 5-1). If the sampler is not currently in
the Main Screen, press <ESC> until this display appears. While the layout of the Main
Screen can vary somewhat depending upon the programming mode that is currently
chosen, Section 4.3 provides a description of the information common to all variations
of the Main Screen.
The right-most column of the screen labelled “Date” contains the only editable
information in this screen. The user enters the dates in this field during which 24-hour
samples are to be collected in the hub and satellite units. Refer to Section 4.5 for a
general discussion about the manner in which parameters are edited in the unit.
Figure 5-1. Main Screen,

Basic Programming Mode.
H1: DONE 24.143 24:00 24:00 02-Oct
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21 03-Oct
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00 04-Oct
S4:
Shifted
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NOTE: If the “Basic Cyc” parameter of the Setup Screen

(Section 4.6) is set to a value between 2 and 31, the sampler
automatically advances by the specified number of days
after each 24-hour sample is completed in the Basic operat-
ing mode.
Follow the procedure below with the Main Screen displayed on the
sampler to set up a Basic sampling program. If the sampler is currently
in the “Run” operating mode do not switch to the “Stop” operating
mode. Leave the device in its current operating mode when executing
the steps below.
✘ Do not change the 1) Exchange the 47 mm collection filters in all sampling stations
sampling date or filter for
whose filter status, as shown in the “Stat” column of the Main
the currently-operating
station. Screen, is “DONE” (Section 4.3). If the sampler is being operated
for the first time or at a new location, install new filters in each of
the system's sampling stations.
These filter exchanges and/or installations must be done in accordance with the
instructions in Section 3.
2) Press <F1: Edit> to enter the Edit Mode and change the sampling
dates shown in the “Date” column of the Main Screen. The
cursor changes from an underline shape to a large square shape
when the hardware enters the Edit Mode.
✔ The Edit Mode com- 3) Press <F1: Daily> when in the Edit Mode to set a range of sequen-
mands <Daily> and tial dates automatically across sampling stations beginning with
<Today+1> provide a
convenient means for the next full 24-hour period. This command affects all sampling
setting dates. stations except for the currently active one (if any), as indicated
by “ON” in the “Stats” column.
Alternatively, press <F2: Today+1> when in the Edit Mode to
assign tomorrow's date to the sampling station on the current
line. Do this on each line that is to receive a new date, using the
cursor keys to move from one date line to another.
✔ Edit the sampling dates 4) Press the arrow keys to move from line to line, and among the day
for non-active stations while and month areas of each date field on the Main Screen. Press
the sampler is in the “Run”
operating mode. <F3: +>, <F4: ++>, <F6: - -> (<SHIFT> <F1>), and <F7: -> (<SHIFT>
<F2>) to increment and decrement the values of the day and
month areas of each date. It is also possible to input days and
months directly from the keypad with numerical entries.
If <ENTER> is pressed after making a change to a field in the Edit Mode, the
sampler returns to the View Data Mode. Press <F1: Edit> again to return to the

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Edit Mode, if wished. Note that using the cursor keys after each edit (not
<ENTER>) enables the user to remain in the Edit Mode until all desired values
have been changed.
NOTE: The system does not allow the user to change the sampling date of a
sampling station that is currently active.
5) Leave the Edit Mode by pressing <ENTER> to retain the changes
made above. If, instead, the user presses <ESC> to cancel these
edits, perform the above steps again.
✔ Keep the sampler in its 6) If the Model 2000 sampler is currently in the “Stop” operating
“Run” operating mode
mode, as indicated in the upper right-hand corner of the Main
during routine operation,
including editing. Screen, press <F4: Run/Stp> when in the View Data Mode. This
puts the sampler into the “Run” operating mode. Do not change
operating modes if the hardware is already in the “Run” operat-
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Section 6: Instrument Operation – Manual Mode
The Manual programming mode allows the user to turn on a selected sampling station
by pressing the appropriate key on the keypad of the Partisol Sampler. This gives the
operator significant flexibility in the operation of the hardware through direct input.
The device keeps track of the total exposure time for each measurement station along
with the volume (in terms of standard temperature and pressure) drawn through each
47 mm filter. Select this programming mode by setting “Run Type” in the Setup
Screen to “MAN” (Section 4.6).
setting up the system software for sampling.
In the Manual programming mode, the user gains access to the keys that control
system operation in the Main Screen (Figure 6-1). If the sampler is not currently in
the Main Screen, press <ESC> until this display appears. While the layout of the Main
Screen can vary somewhat depending upon the programming mode that is currently
chosen, Section 4.3 provides a description of the information common to all variations
of the Main Screen.
There are no editable fields on the Main Screen when the sampler is in the Manual
programming mode.

Manual Programming Mode.
MAN Partisol Main Screen RUN
Stat Std Vol Valid Total
H1: OFF 0.063 3:48 3:48
S2: ON 0.025 1:36 1:36
S3: OFF 0.010 0:37 0:37
S4: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup >
Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup > Unshifted
Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 AllOff < Shifted
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✔ Exchange filters when With the system in the “Stop” operating mode, execute the procedure
the unit is in the “Stop” below to exercise the Manual programming mode:
operating mode.
1) Replace the filters in the hub and satellite units according to the
✔ This procedure erases 2) Press <F4: Run/Stp> to enter the “Run” operating mode, as
the current filter data
shown in the upper right-hand corner of the Main Screen.
displayed on the Main
Screen. This information 3) Press <SHIFT> to display the second line of the soft function key
can be retrieved later,
menu.
however, from the internal
data logger (Section 8). 4) Press the <F6: Hub1>, <F7: Sat2>, <F8: Sat3>, <F9: Sat4>, or
<F10: AllOff> keys, as desired, to operate the selected sampling
station (or no station in the case of <F10: AllOff>). Press <F10:
AllOff> (SHIFT <F5>) to turn off all stations but remain in the
“Run” operating mode. The Main Screen displays the currently-
active station in the “Stat” column.
Press these keys as desired to switch among stations when the sampler is in the
“Run” operating mode.
5) When the sampling program is complete, press <SHIFT> to dis-
play the first line of the soft function key menu again, and then
press <F4: Run/Stp> to enter the “Stop” operating mode. This is
indicated in the upper right-hand corner of the Main Screen. All
sampling stations then indicate “OFF” in the “Stat” column, and
the sampler no longer updates the volume and time accumula-
tors. The data for the exposed filters are stored as “Filter Data”
in the internal data logger (Section 8.1).
6) Retrieve the exposed filters for weighing and/or analysis accord-
ing to the procedure in Section 3.
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Section 7: Operating Statistics and Diagnostics
This section covers the information available to the user about the operation of the
Partisol Sampler, including the Statistics and Diagnostics Screens, as well as the
analog output capability and listing of error codes. The procedure used to reset the
hardware is also described.
7.1. STATISTICS SCREEN
The Statistics Screen provides an overview of the current status of important system
variables (Figure 7-1). It does not contain any editable fields. Press <F2: Stats> when
in the Main Screen to enter the Statistics Screen. The following information is
conveyed in the Statistics Screen:
Prog Mode The identifier in the upper left-hand corner represents the
current programming mode, for example “Basic.” The user
can change the programming mode in the Setup Screen
(Section 4.6) when the hardware is in the “Stop” operating
mode.
Op Mode The indicator in the upper right-hand corner is the current

operating mode, which can be either “Stop” or “Run.” The
<F4: Run/Stp> key in the Main Screen toggles the sampler
between these two modes.
Time This is the current time, whose value can be reset in the Setup
Screen (Section 4.6) when the hardware is in the “Stop”
operating mode.
Figure 7-1. Statistics BASIC Statistics RUN

Screen.
16:21:48 03-Oct-93 Stations:3 Curr:2
Vol Flow: 16.7 Analog Inp: 0.002
Amb Temp: 26.3 Ser Cont: 0
Amb Pres: 0.998 Inst Temp: 34.7
Wind Vel: 0.0 Fan: OFF
Wind Dir: 0 Version: 1.003
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Date This is the current date, whose value can be reset in the Setup
Screen (Section 4.6) when the hardware is in the “Stop”
operating mode.
Stations This value represents the number of sampling stations in-

stalled in the Partisol system (hub plus satellites), as entered
by the user in the Setup Screen (Section 4.6). This value can
be changed in the Setup Screen when the hardware is in the
“Stop” operating mode.
Curr The value identified as “Curr” represents the sampling

station that is currently active, where 0 means that no
sampling points are active, and values of 1 to 4 represent
Hub1, Sat2, Sat3, and Sat4, respectively. The current
sampling programming defined by the user determines
which sampling station is currently active.
Vol Flow This variable represents the measured volumetric flow rate
(l/min, adjusted for current ambient temperature and pres-
sure) through the mass flow sensor in the hub unit. The user
sets the volumetric flow set point in the Setup Screen
(Section 4.6).
Amb Temp This is the ambient temperature (°C), as measured by the

temperature sensor mounted on the sample tube of the hub
unit. This value is displayed even if the average temperature
at the sampling location is used for volumetric flow control
(Section 4.6).
Amb Pres This is the ambient pressure (Atmospheres), as measured by

the pressure sensor in the hub unit. This value is displayed
even if the average pressure at the sampling location is used
✔ With an optional wind for volumetric flow control (Section 4.6).
vane/anemometer attached
to the hub unit, the Partisol
Sampler continuously Wind Vel The current wind speed (km/h).
computes and diplays the
current wind speed and Wind Dir The current wind direction (degrees), where 0° represents
direction. north and 180° stands for south.
Analog Inp This represents the voltage level of the user analog input
(physical A/D 5), which is utilized for user control when the
instrument is in one of its Analog Input programming modes
(Section 14), or for the input of wind direction information
from the wind vane/anemometer (Section 13). The analog

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input, which has a range of 0 to 5 VDC, is accessed through

the connector marked “Anemometer” on the back panel of
the hub unit (Appendix C).
Ser Cont This is the current value of Program Register Code (PRC)
97, which is used to control the operation of the Partisol
Sampler when it is in the Serial Input programming mode
(Section 15). When the hardware is operated in this pro-
gramming mode, a value of 0 in PRC 97 directs the sampler
not to activate any sampling stations, while values of 1 to 4
correspond to the operation of stations Hub1, Sat2, Sat3, and
Sat4, respectively.
Inst Temp The instrument temperature (°C) is measured on the inter-

face circuit board in the hub unit. The sampler uses this value
to determine when the fan should be activated in cases of
high temperature, and when the heaters should be turned on
when the temperature drops.
Fan The value for “Fan” indicates whether or not the cooling fan
in the hub unit is currently active.
Version This is the software version of the program that is currently

loaded in the Partisol hardware. This revision number is
important when corresponding with Rupprecht & Patashnick
or one of its distributors about the sampler.
7.2. DIAGNOSTICS SCREEN
The Diagnostics Screen provides troubleshooting tools for determining the source of
any operating difficulties that may arise (Figure 7-2). Press <F3: Diag> when in the
Setup Screen to enter the Diagnostics Screen.
The Diagnostics Screen displays the analog inputs shown below (0 to 5 VDC). These
values cannot be edited by the user.
✔ The hardware uses this Pres The analog input from the ambient pressure sensor.
variable to control the
operation of the fan and
heater inside the hub. InsT The analog input from the temperature sensor located on the
interface circuit board in the hub unit.
AmbT The analog input from the temperature sensor located at the
cooling air inlet in the hub unit.

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Figure 7-2. Diagnostics

Diagnostics
Screen.
Analog I/O Digital I/O
Pres: 0.000 Aux1: 0.000 Hu1:OFF Fan: ON
InsT: 0.000 WDir: 0.000 Sa2: ON Pmp:OFF
AmbT: 0.000 WVel: 0.000 Sa3:OFF Lcd: ON
Pot: 0.000 Flow: 0.000 Sa4:OFF Htr:OFF
AO1: 2.018 AO2: 1.017
Edit Off On
Edit Off On Unshifted
Shifted
-- - + ++ Bksp Unshifted
Shifted
Pot An unused analog input previously assigned to a specific

task.
Aux1 An unused analog input.
WDir The analog input voltage from a wind vane (Section 13) or
user-provided analog input (Section 14).
WVel The analog input from an anemometer (Section 13).
Flow The analog input from the mass flow sensor.
The following analog output values (0 to 5 VDC) are displayed on the Diagnostics
Screen. Analog output 2 (AO2) may be edited by the user.
AO1 This analog output controls the position of the servo valve
that regulates the side stream air flow that enters the flow
control system between the mass flow sensor and the pump
(Section 1.4).

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AO2 This analog output is transmitted through the connector

labelled “User Output” on the back of the hub unit (Section
7.4).
The digital input/output channels shown below are displayed on the Diagnostics
Screen. The values of these variables may be changed by the user using the <F2: Off>
and <F3: On> keys when in the View Data Mode.
Hu1 Setting this value to “ON” opens the solenoid valve in the
hub.
Sa2 Setting this value to “ON” opens the soleinoid valve in the
hub for Satellite 2.
Fan The setting of this variable determines whether or not the

cooling fan in the hub is turned on.
Pmp This setting controls whether the pump in the hub is turned
on or off.
Lcd This variable determines whether the backlight of the LCD

(liquid crystal display) is on or off.
Htr This variable controls the current operating status of the

heater in the electronics section of the hub unit.
7.3. STATUS CODES
The Partisol Sampler performs ongoing diagnostics and informs the user of any status
conditions by displaying abbreviations of all current conditions in the upper right-
hand corner of the Main Screen (Section 4.3). In addition, all status conditions
encountered during each half hour that the hardware is in the “Run” operating mode
are recorded in the “Interval Data” buffer (Section 8.2). The following is a listing of
all status conditions registered by the Model 2000 sampler:
Ok Ok. This conditions indicates that there are no current status

conditions.

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F Flow. This condition occurs whenever the current volumet-

ric flow rate varies by more than 7% from the set point for
the volumetric flow rate entered in the Setup Screen (Section
4.6).
T Ambient Temperature. This diagnostic is intended to ensure

that the ambient temperature sensor located on the sample
tube of the hub measures correctly. This condition occurs
whenever the ambient temperature indicated by the tem-
perature sensor is less than -40 °C or greater than 60 °C.
P Pressure Transducer. This diagnostic is intended to ensure

that the ambient pressure sensor located in the hub measures
correctly. This condition occurs whenever the ambient
pressure indicated by the pressure sensor is less than 0.40
Atmospheres.
I Instrument Temperature. The internal temperature of the

Partisol Sampler is measured on the interface circuit board.
This diagnostic seeks to determine whether the temperature
of the system electronics is approaching operational limits,
and is activated whenever the instrument temperature is less
than 5 °C or greater than 60 °C.
S Serial Communication. This status condition indicates that

a failure has occurred in the sampler's RS-232 interface.
E Electrical Outage. This status condition indicates that an

interruption has occurred in the supply of main power.
R Relay Control Hardware. This status condition indicates

that a fault has occurred in the digital input/output section of
the system electronics. Consult the Partisol Service Manual
(R&P part number 42-002521) for information concerning
this event.

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7.4. ANALOG OUTPUT
The Partisol Sampler transmits an analog voltage level through the connector labelled
“User Output” on the back panel of the hub. The pin-outs of this connector are
described in Appendix C. The sampler makes two types of analog output modes
available to the user in the Setup Screen (Section 4.6):
Status The hardware transmits a voltage representing the currently

active flow channel and the existence of any status condi-
tions (Section 7.4.1).
Flow The sampler outputs a voltage representing the current flow

rate (l/min) through the Partisol system (Section 7.4.2).
7.4.1. STATUS ANALOG OUTPUT MODE
When the sampler is in the status analog output mode, the output voltage indicates
which sampling station is currently operational and whether any status conditions are
currently active (Section 4.6). This is done according to the following scheme:
0.5 VDC No sampling station active, no current status conditions.

1.0 VDC Sampling station Hub1 active, no current status conditions.
1.5 VDC Sampling station Sat2 active, no current status conditions.
3.0 VDC No sampling station active, one or more status conditions.

3.5 VDC Sampling station Hub1 active, one or more status conditions.
4.0 VDC Sampling station Sat2 active, one or more status conditions.
7.4.2. FLOW ANALOG OUTPUT MODE
When the sampler is in the flow analog output mode, the output voltage indicates the
flow rate (l/min) passing through the currently active sampling station, as measured
in the hub unit (Section 4.6). This is done according to the following scheme:
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The hardware scales intermediate flow rates at the appropriate voltages.
7.5. RESETTING THE SAMPLER
✔ Reset the sampler using The Partisol Sampler can be reset by pressing one of three different function keys
the <F3> command
when the Title Screen (Section 4.2) is displayed by the sampler after power up. The
everytime a new software
EPROM is installed (Appen- user may clear the hardware in the following ways by pressing the appropriate
dix E). function key:
<F1> Reset the Partisol Sampler to its default operating param-

eters and the Basic programming mode. A single beep is
generated after the Title Screen disappears to confirm that
the sampler has executed this command.
<F2> Clear the storage of “Filter Data” and “Interval Data” from
the internal storage buffers (Section 8). Two beeps are
generated after the Title Screen disappears to confirm that
the sampler has executed this command.
<F3> This command performs the function of both the <F1> and
<F2> keys above, and additionally resets the system's
EPROM. Three beeps are generated after the Title Screen
disappears to confirm that the sampler has executed this
command. As a safeguard, the <F3> key must be hit twice
while the Title Screen is displayed to reset the EPROM.
NOTE: This command erases the calibration constants for

temperature (Section 10.2), pressure (Section 10.3) and flow
(Section 10.4), which must be re-entered in the Calibration
Screen (Section 10) before operating the sampler again.
<F4> This function key resets the contrast of the LCD (liquid
quartz display). If the sampler is powered up and the
display's brightness is greatly out of adjustment, use this
command when turning on the sampler again. Four beeps
are generated after the Title Screen disappears to confirm
that the hardware has executed this command.

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Section 8: Viewing and Retrieving Stored Data

Viewing
The Partisol Sampler stores two types of data in its internal data logger: “Filter Data”
and “Interval Data.” This information is stored in two separate circular buffers that
can be viewed on the screen of the sampler and/or downloaded through the RS-232
connector. Once these buffers are filled, the oldest data are replaced with the most
recent information (“first in, first out”). The following describes the two types of data
stored internally in the hardware:
Filter Data Each record in this buffer contains information for a differ-
ent collection filter exposed to the sample stream. Records
from this buffer are displayed in the Filter Data Screen
(Figure 8-1). The Partisol Sampler has a capacity of 100
records of filter data.
Interval Data Each record of interval data contains important operating

and quality assurance data, along with average readings of
meteorological conditions. Records from this buffer are
displayed in the Interval Data Screen (Figure 8-2). The
frequency and conditions under which the sampler stores
information in the Interval Data buffer depends upon the
value of “Intv Mode” in the Setup Screen (Section 4.6). The
Partisol Sampler has a capacity of 672 records of interval
data, equaling approximabely 14 days of 30-minute data and
28 days of hourly data.
If “Intv Mode” is set to “SAMP” (sampling), the hardware

only stores Interval Data if the device is in the Run operating
mode and a sampling unit was active during a given 30-
minute period. In this mode, Interval Data are saved every
30 minutes.
If “Intv Mode” is set to “CONT” (continuous) the hardware

stores Interval Data every hour that the instrument is pow-
ered. This is useful for the continuous logging of
meteorological information. In this mode, Interval Data are
saved every hour.
Press <F3: Storage> when in the Main Screen (Section 4.3) to access the Filter Data
Screen.
Press <F5: IntvDat> when in the Filter Data Screen to view the Interval Data Screen,
✔ Press <F5> to toggle or press <F5: FiltDat> when in the Interval Data Screen to view the Filter Data Screen.
between the Filter Data The sampler displays the last record of the respective database when the user enters
Screen and Interval Data
Screen.
one of these screens. There are no editable fields in either of these displays.
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Figure 8-1. Filter Data

Filter Data 107
Screen.
S:1 0:00 02-Oct-93 To 0:00 03-Oct-93
M: BASIC Vol: 24.143 Valid: 24:00
Temp: 26.9 Pres: 0.998 Total: 24:00
----------------------------------------
-- - + ++ IntvDat >
-- - + ++ IntvDat > Unshifted
First --- +++ Last Output < Shifted
8.1. FILTER DATA SCREEN
Data for each filter used in the Partisol Sampler are stored as a separate record in the
Filter Data database. The Filter Data Screen (Figure 8-1) contains the following
information:
Record The number of the current record is displayed in the upper

right-hand corner of the screen.
Station The sampling station (1 to 4) in which the filter was installed

is displayed in the field labelled “S.”
Time/Date The first time and date and last time and date of the filter's
exposure to the sample stream are displayed on the second
line.
Mode The programming mode may be either Basic, Manual, Time,

Meteorology, Analog Input 1, Analog Input 2, or Serial
Input.
Volume This is the volume (m3, expressed in standard temperature

and pressure) that passed through the filter during the total
exposure time.
Valid The valid collection duration is the length of time during

which the status condition was “Ok.”

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Temp This value represents the average ambient temperature (°C)

during the time that the sample stream passed through the
filter, as measured by the temperature sensor on the sample
tube of the hub. This value is recorded even if the average
temperature at the sampling location is entered in the Setup
Screen (Section 4.6).
Pres This is the average ambient pressure (Atmospheres) during

the time that the sample stream passed through the filter, as
measured by the pressure sensor in the hub. This value is
recorded even if the average pressure at the sampling loca-
tion is entered in the Setup Screen (Section 4.6).
Total This is the total length of time during which the filter was
exposed to the sample stream, whether the status condition
was “Ok” or otherwise.
The soft keys of the Filter Data Screen have the following effect upon the location of
the viewing pointer:
<F6: First> First record.

<F7: ---> One hundred records to the “left.”
<F1: --> Ten records to the “left.”
<F2: -> One record to the “left.”
<F3: +> One record to the “right.”

<F4: ++> Ten records to the “right.”
<F8: +++> One hundred records to the “right.”
<F9: Last> Last record.
The <F10: Output> keystroke allows the user to download records from the current
position of the viewing pointer to the last record of the database through the RS-232
connector in the hub unit. Press <F10: Output> again to interrupt the downloading of
information before the last record is reached.
The communication parameters of the RS-232 connection are established in the

RS232 Setup Screen (Appendix D.1), and records are downloaded in “comma
delimited” format (Appendix D.3).
The Filter Data Screen contains additional information when the Partisol hardware is
in the Time or Meteorology programming modes, as described in Sections 8.3 and 8.4,
respectively.

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Figure 8-2. Interval Data

15:30 03-Oct Interval Data 174
Screen.
Valid Error Status Ave Temp: 26.8
H1: 0:00 0:00 Ok Ave Pres: 0.998
S2: 0:30 0:30 Ok Min Flow: 16.5
S3: 0:00 0:00 Ok Max Flow: 16.9
S4: 0:00 0:00 Ok Ave Flow: 16.7
WSpd: 7.4 WVel: 2.6 WDir: 238
-- - + ++ FiltDat >
-- - + ++ FiltDat > Unshifted
8.2. INTERVAL DATA SCREEN
Information summarizing 30-minute or 1-hour periods of instrument operation are

stored as records in the Interval Data database. The “Intv Mode” parameter in the
Setup Screen (Section 4.6) determines the frequency and conditions under which
Interval Data are stored. The Interval Data Screen (Figure 8-2) contains the following
information:
Record The number of the current record is displayed in the upper

right-hand corner of the screen.
Time/Date The ending time and date of the reporting period summa-
rized in the current record.
Valid The valid collection duration is the length of time during the
reporting period in which the status condition was “Ok.”
This information is displayed for each station in the Partisol
system.
Error The length of time during the reporting period in which the
status condition was not “Ok.” This information is displayed
for each station in the Partisol system.
Status This column indicates the type of status conditions that arose
during the reporting period. An “Ok” status indicates that no
outstanding conditions were present. This information is
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Ave Temp This value represents the average ambient temperature (°C)
during the reporting period, as measured by the temperature
sensor on the sample tube of the hub. This value is recorded
even if the average temperature at the sampling location is
entered in the Setup Screen (Section 4.6).
Ave Pres This is the average ambient pressure (Atmospheres) during

the reporting period, as measured by the pressure sensor in
the hub. This value is recorded even if the average pressure
at the sampling location is entered in the Setup Screen
(Section 4.6).
Min Flow The minimum flow rate (l/min) during the reporting period.
Max Flow The maximum flow rate (l/min) during the reporting period.
Ave Flow The average flow rate (l/min) during the reporting period.
WSpd Average wind speed (km/h) during the reporting period. The
displayed value only makes sense if an optional wind vane/
anemometer is connected to the hub unit.
WVel Average wind velocity (km/h, vector-averaged) during the

reporting period. The displayed value only makes sense if
an optional wind vane/anemometer is connected to the hub
unit.
WDir Average wind direction (degrees, vector-averaged) during

the reporting period. The displayed value only makes sense
if an optional wind vane/anemometer is connected to the hub
unit.
The soft keys of the Interval Data Screen have the following effect upon the location
of the viewing pointer:
<F6: First> First record.

<F7: ---> One hundred records to the “left.”
<F1: --> Ten records to the “left.”
<F2: -> One record to the “left.”
<F3: +> One record to the “right.”

<F4: ++> Ten records to the “right.”
<F8: +++> One hundred records to the “right.”
<F9: Last> Last record.

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The <F10: Output> keystroke allows the user to download records from the current
position of the viewing pointer to the last record of the database through the RS-232
connector in the hub unit. Press <F10: Output> again to interrupt the downloading of
information before the last record is reached.
The communication parameters of the RS-232 connection are established in the

RS232 Setup Screen (Appendix D.1), and records are downloaded in “comma
delimited” format (Appendix D.3).
8.3. FILTER DATA SCREEN IN TIME MODE
The Filter Data Screen contains additional information when the sampler is in the
Time programming mode (Section 12). Information in the lower half of the screen
describes the sampling criteria under which the filter exposure occurred (Figure 8-3).
The variables labelled “Beg 1,” “Dur 1,” “Beg 2,” and “Dur 2” indicate the two
beginning times and durations during which sampling took place. Refer to Section
12 for a discussion of the Time programming mode.

Filter Data 107
Screen, Time Programming
Mode. S:3 16:00 27-Sep-93 To 20:00 01-Oct-93
M:TIME Vol: 20.105 Valid: 20:00
Temp: 25.9 Pres: 0.998 Total: 20:00
----------------------------------------
Beg 1 Dur 1 Beg 2 Dur 2
16:00 4:00 0:00 0:00
-- - + ++ IntvDat >

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8.4. FILTER DATA SCREEN IN METEOROLOGY MODE
The Filter Data Screen contains additional information when the sampler is in the
Meteorology programming mode (Section 13). Information in the lower half of the
screen describes the sampling criteria under which the filter exposure occurred
(Figure 8-4). The variables labelled “MinDir,” “MaxDir,” “MinVel,” and “MaxVel”
indicate the wind direction and velocity conditions under which sampling took place.
Refer to Section 13 for a discussion of the Meteorology programming mode.

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Screen, Meteorology
Programming Mode. S:3 14:48 24-Sep-93 To 11:21 01-Oct-93
M: MET Vol: 43.527 Valid: 43:29
Temp: 24.6 Pres: 0.998 Total: 43:29
----------------------------------------
MinDir MaxDir MinVel MaxVel
315 45 10 999
-- - + ++ IntvDat >

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Section 9: Audit Procedures
This section describes the means by which the ambient temperature, ambient
pressure, and sample flow rate measured by the hub unit are audited. In addition, this
part describes the procedure for performing a leak check of the hub and satellite units.
R&P recommends that the tests described in this section be performed every three
months of continuous operation. Individual monitoring organizations may, however,
abide by different standards.
R&P also recommends that the routine maintenance procedures described in Section
2.7 be executed at the same time as the audits in this section.
NOTE: The sampler permits to the Audit Screen used in the

audit procedures in this section only if it is in the “Stop”
operating mode, as shown in the upper right-hand corner of
the Main Screen.
9.1. TEMPERATURE AUDIT
Perform an ambient temperature audit in the following manner:
1) Press <F5: Audit> when in the Setup Screen to access the Audit
Screen (Figure 9-1).
2) Determine the current temperature (°C) at the ambient tempera-
ture sensor positioned on the sample tube of the hub using an
external thermometer, [°C = 5/9 x (°F - 32)].
3) Verify that the value for temperature displayed for “Temperature”
in the Audit Screen is within ±2 °C of the measured temperature.
If this is not the case, perform the temperature calibration proce-
dure described in Section 10.
9.2. PRESSURE AUDIT
Perform an ambient pressure audit in the following manner:
2) Determine the current ambient station pressure in Atmospheres
(absolute pressure, not corrected to sea level).
• To convert from mm Hg @ 0 °C to Atmospheres, multiply by 0.001316.
• To convert from millibars to Atmospheres, multiply by 0.000987.
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Figure 9-1. Audit Screen.

Audit Screen
Station: 2
Flow Rate: 16.7
Temperature: 26.9
Pressure: 0.992
Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 Pump
Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 Pump Unshifted
Shifted
• To convert from inches Hg @ 32 °F to Atmospheres, multiply by 0.03342.

3) Verify that the value for “Pressure” in the Audit Screen is within
±0.02 Atmospheres of the measured ambient pressure. If this is
not the case, perform the pressure calibration procedure de-
scribed in Section 10.
9.3. LEAK CHECK
Perform a leak test on the hub and satellite units in the manner described
below. To ensure leak tightness, a filter cassette containing a new 47
mm filter must be installed in each sampling station tested.
2) Carefully remove the size-selective inlet from sampling station
being checked. Refer to Section 2.7 for the maintenance proce-
dure for the PM-10 inlet.
3) Install the supplied Flow Audit Adapter (R&P part number 57-
000618) on the end of the sample tube of the sampling station
being checked.
4) Turn on the pump by pressing <F5: Pump> when in the Audit
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5) Press either <F1: Hub1>, <F2: Sat2>, <F3: Sat3>, or <F4: Sat4>,
depending upon which sampling station is currently being
checked.
6) Shut off the valve on the Flow Audit Adapter.
7) Shut off the flow to the flow controller assembly by turning the
manual shut off valve attached to the large air filter on the left
side of the manifold in the hub. This corresponds to location “A”
in Figure 9-2.
8) Record the reading on the vacuum gauge in the hub.
9) Shut off the flow to the pump by turning the other manual shut off
valve located on the bottom of the manifold in the hub. This
corresponds to location “A” in Figure 9-3.
10) Record the reading on the vacuum gauge 10 seconds after the
pump valve is closed. This reading should not drop below half of
the original reading during this 10 second period. If this is not
the case, trace the internal (and external) flow paths to identify
problems in tubing or connections.
11) Open the flow controller valve and pump valve that were closed in
steps 7 and 9 above.
Figure 9-2. Flow Control

Manual Valve (A) Shown in
its Closed Position.

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Figure 9-3. Pump Manual

Valve (A) Shown in its
Closed Position.
12) Open the valve of the Flow Audit Adapter, and remove this hard-
ware from the sampling station being checked. Replace the
size-selective inlet.
13) Perform steps 2 to 12 above for each sampling station in the
Partisol system.
9.4. FLOW AUDIT
Perform the temperature audit, pressure audit and leak check described above before
executing the flow audit procedure below.
Perform a flow audit in the following manner:
Screen.
2) Install a filter cassette containing a 47 mm filter into the filter
holder of the hub unit. This filter will be thrown away at the end
of this flow audit.
3) Carefully remove the size-selective inlet from the hub. Refer to

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Section 2.7 for the maintenance procedure for the PM-10 inlet.
4) Install the Flow Audit Adapter (R&P part number 57-000618) on
the end of the sample tube of the hub.
5) Attach a volumetric flow meter to the Flow Audit Adapter. R&P
offers such a flow meter as part number 10-001742-0120 for 120
VAC and 10-001742-0240 for 240 VAC (Figure 9-4).
6) Turn on the pump by pressing <F5: Pump>, and then press <F1:
Hub1>.
7) Determine the flow in units of actual (volumetric) l/min using the
external flow meter and verify that it matches the value displayed
for flow in the “Calc” column of the Calibration Screen to within
±7%. If this is not the case, perform the flow calibration proce-
dure described in Section 10.
8) Return to the Main Screen by pressing <ESC> twice.
9) Restore the sampling hardware to its original state by removing
the flow metering hardware and re-installing the size selective
inlet on the sample tube of the hub. Remove the filter cassette
from this sampling station, and throw away the filter installed in
it.
Figure 9-4. Flow Meter (A)

Attached to Flow Audit
Adapter (B).

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Section 10: Calibration Procedures
This section contains instructions for performing an interface board, temperature,

pressure, and flow calibration of the Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler. The
temperature and pressure calibrations must be done before the flow calibration.
R&P recommends that these procedures be executed on an annual basis. Individual

monitoring organizations, however, may have different guidelines.
10.1. INTERFACE BOARD CALIBRATION
The interface electronics board is located on the bottom panel of the area behind the
keypad in the hub unit (labelled in Figures 10-1 and 10-2).
Perform the calibration of the interface electronics board in the follow-

ing manner:
1) Locate the two red test points on the front section of the interface
board. These two test points are labelled “+6V” and “+10V.”
2) Locate the black ground test point labelled “GND” between the
two large black capacitors.
3) Ensure that the sampler is turned on and that the display back-
light is on. The backlight must be on during the +6 V calibration.
If the backlight is off, press any key on the keypad to turn it on.
4) Place the positive lead of a multimeter on the +6 V test point.
5) Place the ground lead on the ground test point.
6) Locate R21 on the on the rear section of the interface board. R21
is a horizontal pot, and its designation “R21” is silk-screened on
the board.
7) Tweak R21 until the multimeter reads 6.00 VDC ± 0.05 V.
8) Place the positive lead of the multimeter on the +10 V test point.
9) Locate R44 on the rear section of the interface board. R44 is a
blue vertical pot, and its designation “R44” is silk-screened on
the board.
10) Tweak R44 until the multimeter reads 10.000 VDC ± 0.002 V.
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Figure 10-1. Layout of

Interface Board.

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Figure 10-2. Interface

Board (A).
10.2. ANALOG INPUT CALIBRATION
Please note that the following procedure must be performed after the interface board
calibration and before the temperature, pressure and flow calibrations.
Perform the analog input calibration in the following manner:
1) Return the sampler to the Main Screen.

2) The device must be in the “Stop” operating mode to perform an
analog input calibration. If the hardware is currently in the “Run”
operating mode, as shown in the upper right-hand corner of the
Main Screen, press <F4: Run/Stp> to enter the “Stop” operating
mode.

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3) Press <F5: Setup> and then <F2: Calib> when in the Main Screen
to access the Calibration Screen (Figure 10-4).
4) Plug the six-pin end of the Analog Input Calibration Cable sup-
plied with the sampler (R&P part number 51-002604) into the
socket labelled “ANEMOMETER” on the back of the Partisol hub
unit.
5) Plug the four-pin end of the Analog Input Calibration Cable into
the socket labelled “USER OUTPUT” on the back of the Partisol
hub unit.
6) Attach the positive lead from a multimeter with four-digit resolu-
tion to the green test point labelled “PWM1” on the interface
board. Attach the ground lead to the ground test point (Figure
10-3).
Figure 10-3. Lead Loca-
tions on Interface Board.

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7) Using the arrow key, position the cursor so that it is in the loca-
tion labelled “A/O.”
8) Press <ENTER> to enter the Edit Mode. Type in a number be-
tween 0.050 and 0.150 volts and press <ENTER>.
9) Observe the number displayed in the row labelled “A/I” in the
column labelled “Calc.” Ensure that this number does not vary
more than ±0.005 volts after watching it for 5 seconds. If this
number is not stable, choose a new number for “A/O” between
0.050 and 0.150 volts.
10) Read the voltage displayed on the multimeter.
11) Using the arrow keys, position the cursor so that it is in the row
labelled “A/I” and the column labelled “Act.”
12) Press Edit to enter the Edit Mode. Type the voltage read from the
multimeter (to three digit accuracy, i.e., 0.xxx) in this position and
press <ENTER>. This calculates the “Offset.”
13) Ensure that the number now displayed in the row labelled “A/I”
and the column labelled “Calc” matches the number displayed on
the multimeter within ±0.005 volts.
14) Using the arrow key, position the cursor so that it is in the loca-
tion labelled “A/O.”
15) Press <F1: Edit> to enter the Edit Mode. Type in a number be-
tween 4.800 and 4.900 volts and press <ENTER>.
16) Observe the number displayed in the row labelled “A/I” in the
column labelled “Calc.” Ensure that this number does not vary
more than ±0.005 volts after watching it for 5 seconds. If this
number is not stable, choose a new number for “A/O” between
4.800 and 4.900 volts.
17) Read the voltage displayed on the multimeter.
18) Using the arrow keys, position the cursor so that it is in the row
labelled “A/I” and the column labelled “Act.”
19) Press <Edit> to enter the Edit Mode. Type the voltage read from
the multimeter (to three digit accuracy, i.e., 0.xxx) in this position
and press <ENTER>. This calculates the “Span.”
20) Ensure that the number now displayed in the row labelled “A/I”
and the column labelled “Calc” matches the number displayed on
the multimeter within ±0.005 volts.

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21) Remove the multimeter leads from the interface board and the
Analog Input Calibration Cable from the back of the Partisol hub.
22) After the analog input calibration has been performed success-
fully, the temperature, pressure and flow calibrations must be
performed.
NOTE: If the instrument has been reset and you have recorded the value of
“Offset” and “Span” for the flow, you may enter these numbers directly when in
the Edit Mode.
10.3. TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION
Perform an ambient temperature calibration in the following manner:
1) Return the sampler to the Main Screen (Section 4.3).

2) The device must be in the “Stop” operating mode to perform a
temperature calibration. If the hardware is currently in the “Run”
mode.
Figure 10-4. Calibration BASIC Calibration STOP

Screen.
Calc Act Offset Span
A/I: 1.003 0.000 0.0000 1.0000
Temp: 27.9 0.0 1.0000
Pres: 0.998 0.000 1.0000
Flow: 16.7 0.0 0.0000 1.0000
A/O: 1.00 Pot:3.752 Flow Adj: Hold H1
Edit Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 >
Edit Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 > Unshifted
PumpOff PumpOn DecrFlw HoldFlw IncrFlw < Shifted
+/- < Shifted

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3) Press <F5: Setup> and <F2: Calib> when in the Main Screen to
access the Calibration Screen (Figure 10-4).
4) Determine the current temperature (°C) at the ambient tempera-
ture sensor mounted on the sample tube of the hub unit using an
external thermometer, [°C = 5/9 x (°F - 32)].
5) Press <F1: Edit> to enter the Edit Mode, and move the cursor to
the “Act” (actual) column in the row labelled “Temp.”
6) Enter the current ambient temperature (°C) and press <ENTER> to
leave the Edit Mode. Use the <F6: +/-> key to enter negative
temperatures when in the Edit Mode.
7) Upon receiving the actual temperature, the system's microproces-
sor automatically computes “Span” for the ambient temperature.
Note this number for future reference.
“Span” for the ambient temperature, you may enter it directly in the “Span”
column when in the Edit Mode.
10.4. PRESSURE CALIBRATION
Perform an ambient pressure calibration in the following manner:

pressure calibration. If the hardware is currently in the “Run”
mode.
3) Press <F5: Setup> and <F2: Calib> when in the Main Screen to
access the Calibration Screen (Figure 10-4).
4) Determine the current ambient station pressure in Atmospheres
(absolute pressure, not corrected to sea level).
• To convert from mm Hg @ 0 °C to Atmospheres, multiply by 0.001316.
• To convert from millibars to Atmospheres, multiply by 0.000987.
• To convert from inches Hg @ 32 °F to Atmospheres, multiply by 0.03342.
the “Act” (actual) column in the row labelled “Pres.”

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6) Enter the current ambient pressure (Atmospheres) and press

<ENTER> to leave the Edit Mode.
7) Upon receiving the actual pressure, the system's microprocessor
automatically computes “Span” for the ambient pressure. Note
this number for future reference.
“Span” for the ambient pressure, you may enter it directly in the “Span” column
when in the Edit Mode.
10.5. FLOW CALIBRATION
The temperature and pressure calibrations described above must be performed before
the flow calibration is undertaken. In addition, the leak check discussed in Section 9.3
must also be undertaken before the following instructions are executed.
Perform the flow calibration in the following manner:

flow calibration. If the hardware is currently in the “Run” operat-
ing mode, as shown in the upper right-hand corner of the Main
Screen, press <F4: Run/Stp> to enter the “Stop” operating mode.
3) Carefully remove the size-selective inlet from the hub.
4) Install a filter cassette containing a 47 mm filter into the filter
holder of the hub unit. This filter will be thrown away at the end
of this flow calibration.
5) Display the Calibration Screen (Figure 10-4) by pressing
<F5: Setup> and then <F2: Calib> when in the Main Screen.
6) Install the Flow Audit Adapter (R&P part number 57-000618) with
its valve open on the end of the sample tube of the hub.
7) Attach a volumetric flow meter to the Flow Audit Adapter. R&P
offers such a flow meter as part number 10-001742-0120 for 120
VAC and 0-001742-0240 for 240 VAC (Figure 10-5).
8) Leave the pump turned off. If it is currently on, press <F6:
PumpOff> (<SHIFT> <F1>) to turn it off.
the “Act” (actual) column in the row labelled “Flow.”

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Figure 10-5. Flow Meter (A)

Attached to Flow Audit
Adapter (B).
10) Enter a zero in this position and press <ENTER> to leave the Edit
Mode. This causes the microprocessor to compute “Offset,”
which is the zero offset for the mass flow sensor. Note this
number for future reference.
11) Turn on the pump by pressing <F7: PumpOn> (<SHIFT> <F2>),
and then press <F2: Hub1> to cause the sample flow to pass
through the sample tube of the hub.
12) Use the <F8: DecrFlw> (continuously decrease flow),
<F9: HoldFlw> (maintain current flow rate), and <F10: IncrFlw>
(continuously increase flow) keys so that the flow rate displayed
in the “Calc” column of the Calibration Screen is approximately
16.7 l/min. As the servo valve in the hub (Section 1.4) closes and
opens to increase and decrease the sample flow rate, the potenti-
ometer value, “Pot,” changes. This figure should generally not
drop below 0.5 VDC or exceed 4.5 VDC.
13) Determine the flow in actual l/min using the external flow meter.
the “Act” (actual) column in the row labelled “Flow.”

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15) Enter the flow determined by the external flow meter and press
<ENTER> to leave the Edit Mode. This causes the microproces-
sor to compute “Span,” which is the span offset for the mass
flow sensor. Note this number for future reference.
“Offset” and “Span” for the flow, you may enter these numbers directly when
in the Edit Mode.
16) Return to the Main Screen by pressing <ESC> twice.
17) Restore the sampling hardware to its original state by removing
the flow metering hardware and re-installing the size selective
inlet on the sample tube of the hub. Remove the filter cassette
from the hub unit, and throw away the filter installed in it.

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Section 11: Optional Sampling Hardware

11:
This section describes an optional hardware mounting kit that can be used to support
various optional collection systems in the Partisol Sampler.
11.1. HARDWARE MOUNTING KIT
✔ The Hardware Mounting An optional Hardware Mounting Kit (R&P part number 59-002527) replaces the
Kit extends the capabilities
standard filter exchange assembly in the Partisol hardware (Figure 11-1). Its main
of the Partisol Sampler.
component is a vertical support beam containing an variable-height clamp that can be
adjusted to hold many types of sampling hardware. Other items included in this
mounting system are a new sample tube adapter with a male quick-connect fitting at
its base and a 90° male quick-connect fitting for attaching the rubber tubing to the
Figure 11-1. Optional bottom of optional sampling hardware. Sampling units installed in this configuration
Hardware Mounting Kit. require a female quick-connect fitting on both their top and bottom ends.
Any sampling hardware appropriate for the flow

rate of the Partisol system that fits within the
physical space constraints of hub or satellite units
can be incorporated into this flexible air sampling
system. An example of this is the polyurethane
foam (PUF) sampling system available from R&P
(Figure 11-2).
The following parts of this section provide a brief

overview of the optional sampling hardware from
R&P for use with the Partisol Sampler's Hardware
Mounting Kit. The accessories available as of the
publication date of this manual are a four-stage
Filter Pack and Polyurethane Foam (PUF) Sam-
pling System (Figure 11-3).
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Figure 11-2. Polyurethane

Foam (PUF) Sampling
System Installed in Hard-
ware Mounting Kit.
Figure 11-3. Optional

Sampling Hardware: PUF
Sampling System and Filter
Pack (Left to Right).

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Figure 11-4. Flow Control

Manual Shut-Off Valve (A)
in the Closed Position.
11.2. SAMPLING WITH HIGH PRESSURE DROP
When using the Partisol Air Sampler as a PUF sampler or in another application that
might result in an elevated pressure drop across the collection hardware, the flow
control manual shut-off valve should be in its closed position (Figure 11-4). This
valve is the one located between the flow controller manifold (black block with
vacuum gauge) and the flow controller muffler (gold screen to the left of the
manifold). The valve is off when the shut-off lever points toward the front of the
Partisol Sampler (90° from the muffler).
11.3. FOUR-STAGE FILTER PACK
R&P offers a four-stage Filter Pack (R&P part number 59-002532) for the Partisol
Sampler with the hardware necessary for installation into the Hardware Mounting Kit
described in Section 11.1 (Figure 11-5). This multi-stage unit can contain up to four
47 mm filters.
A variety of filter media with different intended uses are available in the 47 mm size
used in the Partisol Sampler and its optional equipment. The following 47 mm filters
are available directly from R&P:
Pallflex TX40 Filters, Box of 100 part number 10-002387-0100

Nylon Filters, 1.2 µm pore size, Box of 100 part number 10-002544-0100
Teflon Filters, 2.0 µm pore size, Box of 50 part number 10-002322-0050

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Figure 11-5. Four-Stage

Filter Pack.
Sample Air
Female Quick-
Connect Fitting
Delrin Screw Sleeve
Virgin Teflon Filter Housing Inlet
Thin Viton O-Ring
Filter (47 mm)
Stainless Steel Porous

Screens with Patented
Teflon Coating
Aluminum Filter
Housing Outlet
with Patented
Teflon Coating
Female Quick-
Connect Fitting
Vacuum

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11.4. POLYURETHANE FOAM (PUF) SAMPLING SYSTEM
R&P offers a Polyurethane Foam (PUF) Sampling System (R&P part number 59-
002535) for the Partisol Sampler with the hardware necessary for installation into the
Hardware Mounting Kit described in Section 11.1 (Figure 11-6). The filter pack at
the entrance to this collection system can contain up to two 47 mm filters. The
hardware is appropriate for a flow rate of 16.7 l/min (1 m3/h).
The following additional items can be purchased from R&P for use with this system:
Exchangeable PUF Sample Tube part number 32-002536

PUF Plug part number 32-002524
Figure 11-6. PUF Sampling

System.
Sample Air
Female Quick-
Connect Fitting
Two-Stage
Filter Pack
(47 mm Filters)
Teflon-Coated Aluminum
Polyurethane Foam (PUF) Sampler
Polyurethane Foam (PUF) Plug
(inside)
Adapter
Female Quick-
Connect Fitting
Vacuum

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Section 12: Advanced Operation – Time Mode

Time
The Time programming mode is only available in the advanced version of the
sampler's EPROM. It gives the user flexibility to determine during which hours of
the day over an entered date range each sampling station in the Partisol system
operates. The user may define up to two sampling periods per day for each sampling
station.
✔ The filter sequencing In addition, by making use of a filter sequencing feature, the user can instruct the
feature allows for side-by- hardware to switch back and forth among two or more sampling stations that have
side comparisons involving
different collection hardware
overlapping operating times. This allows for a post-collection comparison of results
and sample inlets. from sampling stations with different size selective inlets (PM-10, PM-2.5 or TSP),
or with different collection hardware installed (such as filter packs, annular denuder
tubes or polyurethane foam (PUF) samplers).
The device keeps track of the total exposure time of each measurement station along
Screen to “TIME” (Section 4.6).
In the Time programming mode, the Main Screen (Figure 12-1) of the sampler is
supplemented by the Program by Time Screen (Figure 12-2). Press <F1: Program>
when in the Main Screen to access the Program by Time Screen. Return to the Main
Screen from the Program by Time Screen by pressing <ESC>. If the sampler is not
currently in the Main Screen, press <ESC> until this display appears. While the layout
of the Main Screen can vary somewhat depending upon the programming mode that
is currently chosen, Section 4.3 provides a description of the information common to
all variations of the Main Screen.

Time Programming Mode.
TIME Partisol Main Screen RUN
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
Program Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup
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Figure 12-2. Program by

TIME Program by Time STOP
Time Screen.
Beg 1 Dur 1 Beg 2 Dur 2 Beg D End D Sq
0:00 6:00 9:00 3:00 27-Sep 01-Oct 0
6:00 3:00 12:00 4:00 27-Sep 01-Oct 5
6:00 3:00 12:00 4:00 27-Sep 01-Oct 5
Shifted
Now < Shifted
There are no editable fields on the Main Screen when the sampler is in the Time
programming mode. The user, however, enters the time/date sampling criteria by
editing values in the Program by Time Screen.
With the system in the “Stop” operating mode, execute the procedure
below to exercise the Time programming mode:
2) Enter the desired time and date ranges for sampling in the Pro-
gram by Time Screen. Press <F1: Program> when in the Main
Screen to enter this display. Sampling parameters may be
changed in the Edit Mode by pressing <F1: Edit> when in the
Program by Time Screen. The <F6: Now> (<SHIFT> <F1>) key
provides a convenient means of entering today's time and date
when the cursor is positioned on time and date fields, respec-
tively.
Enter the following information for each sampling station:
• The beginning time and duration of sampling period 1.

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• The beginning time and duration of sampling period 2. Enter “0:00” for this
duration if only one sampling period is desired for the station.
NOTE: Times expressed as “hh:mm” can be edited using the <-->, <->, <+>
or <++> keys, or through direct keypad entry. Use the decimal point to delimit
hours from minutes when entering times directly from the keypad; for example,
enter “16.45” for 16:45.
• The beginning and ending dates of the date range for sampling. To sample on
only one day, the values for “Beg D” (beginning date) and “End D” (ending date)
should be identical.
• Enter a value of 0 or 5-60 (minutes) in the “Sq” (sequencing) column. When
two or more sampling stations are defined with identical sampling times, the
hardware switches among such stations. The value entered for “Sq” (sequenc-
ing) represents the number of minutes that a particular sampling station is active
before the device determines whether another station is also set to operate at the
current time. If the value in the sequencing column is 0, or if it is non-zero and
no other stations are defined to operate currently, the present sampling station
continues to be active.
3) Press <F4: Run/Stp> when in the Main Screen to enter the “Run”
Main Screen.
The Partisol system then executes the sampling program defined above until the
user causes the sampler to enter the “Stop” operating mode by pressing <F4: Run/
Stp> when in the Main Screen.
4) End the current sampling program and enter the “Stop” operating
mode by pressing <F4: Run/Stp> when in the Main Screen.
A record of historical data is written to the “Filter Data” buffer of the internal data
logger as soon as the sampler enters the “Stop” operating mode (Section 8.1).
This stored information is available for later viewing or downloading through the
RS-232 connector. If <F4: Run/Stp> is pressed before a sampling program is
completed, the remaining part of the program is ignored and the sampler enters
the “Stop” operating mode.

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12.1. AN EXAMPLE – SEQUENCING BETWEEN UNITS
In the example below, the Partisol Sampler is set up so that the sample stream
alternates between a hub unit and satellite unit every 10 minutes over a 24-hour period.
This type of sampling can be advantageous if each of the units is equipped with a
different size-selective inlet for the comparison of particulate concentrations in
different size ranges.
Follow the steps below when in the “Stop” operating mode to set up
sequenced sampling between two units:
1) Go to the Setup Screen. Set the number of stations to be 2, and

change the run type to be TIME.
2) Return to the Main Screen.
3) Press <F1: Program> to display the screen containing sampling
parameters.
4) Press <F1: Edit> to enter the Edit Mode, and change the program
parameters for the hub and satellite to the following values:
0:00 24:00 0:00 0:00 22-Dec 22-Dec 10
0:00 24:00 0:00 0:00 22-Dec 22-Dec 10
5) Return to the Main Screen and press <F4: Run/Stp> to place the
sampler into the “Run” operating mode.
When operated in this manner, the Partisol Sampler operates during the 24-hour
period of 22 December, from midnight to midnight. The hardware switches the
sample stream between the hub and satellite unit every 10 minutes, resulting in a
cumulative collection period of 12 hours for each unit.

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Section 13: Advanced Operation – Meteorology Mode
✔ The wind vane/anemom- The Meteorology programming mode is only available in the advanced version of the
eter kit from R&P allows for sampler's EPROM. It gives the user flexibility to determine under which wind
straightforward implementa-
tion of the Meteorological direction and velocity conditions each sampling station in the Partisol system
programming mode. operates. This is accomplished through the use of a wind vane/anemometer (R&P part
number 59-002525) linked to the “Anemometer” connector on the back panel of the
hub unit (Appendix C).
The sampler automatically converts the analog inputs from the wind vane/anemom-
eter into wind direction and velocity information when the sampler is in the
Meteorology programming mode, as displayed in the Statistics Screen (Section 7.1).
The sampler conditions the wind direction and velocity data using a smoothing
constant of 10 seconds, and updates these values every second. The device makes a
new determination as to which sampling station should be active every second based
upon the sampling criteria input by the user and the current smoothed values for wind
direction and velocity.
NOTE: The 0-5 VDC input for wind speed corresponds to

0-50 m/sec (0-180 km/h), wile the 0-5 VDC input for wind
direction applies to 0-360°.
Screen to “MET” (Section 4.6).

MET Partisol Main Screen RUN
Meteorology Programming
Mode. 16:21 03-Oct-93 Curr:2 Status:Ok
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
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Figure 13-2. Program by

MET Program by Wind Vel/Dir STOP
Wind Vel/Dir Screen.
MinDr MaxDr MinVl MaxVl Beg D End D
H1: 315 45 0.0 0.0 03-Oct 03-Oct
S2: 45 135 0.0 10.0 03-Oct 03-Oct
S3: 45 135 10.0 99.9 03-Oct 03-Oct
S4:
Edit Stats Storage Run/St Setup
Edit Stats Storage Run/St Setup Unshifted
Shifted
Now Shifted
In the Meteorology programming mode, the Main Screen (Figure 13-1) of the sampler
is supplemented by the Program by Wind Vel/Dir Screen (Figure 13-2). Press <F1:
Program> when in the Main Screen to access the Program by Wind Vel/Dir Screen.
Return to the Main Screen from the Program by Wind Vel/Dir Screen by pressing
<ESC>. If the sampler is not currently in the Main Screen, press <ESC> until this
display appears. While the layout of the Main Screen can vary somewhat depending
upon the programming mode that is currently chosen, Section 4.3 provides a
description of the information common to all variations of the Main Screen.
There are no editable fields on the Main Screen when the sampler is in the
Meteorology programming mode. The user, however, enters the wind direction,
velocity, and date range sampling criteria by editing values in the Program by Wind
Vel/Dir Screen.
below to exercise the Meteorology programming mode:
2) Enter the desired wind direction, velocity, and date ranges for
sampling in the Program by Wind Vel/Dir Screen. Press <F1:

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Program> when in the Main Screen to enter this display. Sam-

pling parameters may be changed in the Edit Mode by pressing
<F1: Edit> when in the Program by Wind Vel/Dir Screen. The <F6:
Now> (<SHIFT> <F1>) key provides a convenient means of enter-
ing today's date when the cursor is positioned on a date field.
Enter the following information for each sampling station:
• The minimum and maximum wind directions (0° to 360°) during which
sampling is to take place. If the sampling program is dependent only upon wind
velocity, enter zero in the “MinDr” and “MaxDr” fields. For wind direction
ranges that span 0° (north), the minimum direction number must be larger than
that of the maximum direction; for example, to sample when the wind blows from
the northwest to the northeast, enter 315 for “MinDr” and 45 for “MaxDr”
(Figure 13-3).
• The minimum and maximum wind velocities (km/h) during which sampling
is to take place. If the sampling program is dependent only upon the wind
direction, enter zero in the “MinVl” and “MaxVl” fields.
• The beginning and ending dates of the date range for sampling. To sample on
only one day, the values for “Beg D” (beginning date) and “End D” (ending date)
should be identical.
Figure 13-3. Wind Direc-

N: 0°
tions.
NW: 315° NE: 45°
W: 270° E: 90°
SW: 225° SE: 135°
S: 180°

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Main Screen.
The Partisol system then executes the sampling program defined above until the
user causes the sampler to enter the “Stop” operating mode by pressing <F4: Run/
Stp> when in the Main Screen.
RS-232 connector. The sampler only responds to the wind vane/anemometer to
change the currently-active sampling station while it is in the “Run” operating
mode.

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Section 14: Advanced Operation – Analog Input

Modes
The Analog Input programming modes are only available in the advanced version of
the sampler's EPROM. They give the user the ability to control which sampling
station is currently active based upon an analog input from an external device such as
a data logger or R&P's Series 1400a Ambient Particulate Monitor.
The analog input control signal, whose permissible range is 0 to 5 VDC, enters the hub
unit through the “Wind Dir” analog input channel in the “Anemometer” connector
(Appendix C). The Partisol hardware displays the voltage level currently being
received in the Statistics Screen (Section 7.1) as “Analog Inp.”
The hardware responds to externally-generated analog voltage levels differently,

depending upon whether it is set up for the Analog Input 1 or Analog Input 2 operating
mode. The voltage levels used to trigger instrument actions in these two modes are
listed below:
Analog Input Mode 1

0.0 VDC Activate no sampling stations.
0.5 VDC Activate Hub1.
1.0 VDC Activate Sat2 (if installed).
Analog Input Mode 2

0.0 VDC Activate no sampling stations.
2.5 VDC Activate Hub1.

AI1 Partisol Main Screen RUN
Analog Input Programming
Mode 1. 16:21 03-Oct-93 Curr:2 Status:Ok
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup
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✔ R&P's Series 1400a The Partisol Sampler contains two Analog Input programming modes so that the
monitor can control up to conditional sampling logic in R&P's Series 1400a Ambient Particulate Monitor for
two Partisol Samplers
containing four channels controlling the eight-channel ACCUTM System can be used to control up to two
each. Partisol systems with four sampling stations each. This is accomplished by using one
of the three analog output channels of the Series 1400a monitor, and is described in
Section 14.1.
47 mm filter. Select one of the Analog Input programming modes by setting “Run
Type” in the Setup Screen to “AI1” or “AI2” (Section 4.6).
There are no editable fields on the Main Screen when the sampler is in the Analog
Input programming modes (Figure 14-1).
below to exercise one of the Analog Input programming modes:
Main Screen.
The Partisol system then begins to respond to the analog input control signal, and
continues to do so until the user causes the sampler to enter the “Stop” operating
mode by pressing <F4: Run/Stp> when in the Main Screen. The current value
of the analog input is shown in the Statistics Screen (Section 7.1).
RS-232 connector. The sampler does not respond to the analog input to change
the currently-active sampling station while it is in the “Stop” operating mode.

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14.1. CONTROLLING THE SAMPLER USING ACCU LOGIC
The conditional sampling logic incorporated in R&P's Series 1400a Ambient Particu-
late Monitor to control the operation of the Automatic Cartridge Collection Unit can
be used as the basis for an analog output from the Series 1400a monitor to control the
Partisol Sampler. This part of the manual describes the entries that can be made by
the user in the Series 1400a monitor so that up to two Partisol systems with four
sampling stations each can be controlled by the Series 1400a system.
A single analog output from the Series 1400a monitor can be directed to two Partisol
systems, with the one hub set up in Analog Input Mode 1 and the other in Analog Input
Mode 2. Program Register Code 098 of the Series 1400a monitor contains the number
of the currently-active ACCU channel, based upon the conditional sampling criteria
entered in the Set ACCU System Screen (Section 9 of the Series 1400a Operating
Manual). This value can be 0 (when the internal bypass of the ACCU System is
active), and can otherwise range between 1 and 8 to represent that channel 1 to 8,
respectively, is currently in use.
Figure 14-2. Set Analog The user must configure the Set Analog Outputs
Outputs Screen of the SET ANALOG OUTPUTS
Screen of the Series 1400a monitor correctly to
Series 1400a Monitor.
Max Volt > 10-VDC transmit the 0 to 4 VDC voltage levels required
by Analog Input Modes 1 and 2. This is done, for
AO1 Var 30-Min MC example, by defining analog output channel 3 of
the Series 1400a monitor to transmit the current
AO1 Min 0.00
ACCU channel number through voltage levels
AO1 Max 500.00 appropriate for Analog Input Modes 1 and 2 of
the Partisol hub (Figure 14-2). When set up in
AO2 Var 01-Hr MC this manner, this analog output activates the
AO2 Min 0.00 sampling stations of a Partisol system set for
Analog Input Mode 1 when ACCU channels 1 to
AO2 Max 500.00 4 are active, and has the same control over
Partisol hardware set for Analog Input Mode 2
AO3 Var Curr Chan when ACCU channels 5 to 8 are active.
AO3 Min 0.00
AO3 Max 20.00
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Section 15: Advanced Operation – Serial Input Mode
The Serial Input programming mode is only available in the advanced version of the
sampler's EPROM. It gives the user the ability to control which sampling station is
currently active based upon a digital input received over RS-232 from an external
device such as a personal computer.
✔ Using an appropriate When the sampler is in the Serial Input programming mode, the value of Program
modem connection, a Register Code (PRC) 97 entitled “Serial Control” (Appendix B) determines which
remote computer can
control the operation of the
sampling station of the Partisol system is currently active. By using the AK Protocol
Partisol Sampler and for two-way serial communication (Appendix D), the user can set the value of PRC
download data (Appendix 97 either directly from a personal computer or remotely through the use of telephone
D). lines and modems. A value of 0 entered for PRC 97 causes no sampling stations to
be active, while a setting of 1 to 4 for this Program Register Code instructs sampling
stations 1 to 4 (if installed) to operate.
47 mm filter. Select the Serial Input programming mode by setting “Run Type” in the
Setup Screen to “SER” (Section 4.6).
When the sampler is in the Serial Input programming mode (Figure 15-1), the fields
on the Main Screen can not be edited.

SER Partisol Main Screen RUN
Serial Input Programming
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
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below to exercise the Serial Input programming mode:
Main Screen.
The Partisol system then begins to respond to the value contained in Program
Register Code 97 (“Serial Control”), and continues to do so until the user causes
the sampler to enter the “Stop” operating mode by pressing <F4: Run/Stp> when
in the Main Screen. The current value of PRC 97 is shown in the Statistics Screen
(Section 7.1).
RS-232 connector. The sampler does not respond to the value contained in
Program Register Code 97 to change the currently-active sampling station while
it is in the “Stop” operating mode.
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Appendix A: Overview of Screens
This appendix contains a depiction of all software screens displayed by the Model
2000 sampler, along with the hierarchy of screens.
Title Screen
MET
TIME
Main Screen Programming

Screen
Setup Screen Filter Data Interval Data

Stats Screen
Screen Screen
RS232 Setup Calibration Diagnostics Audit

Screen Screen Screen Screen
Figure A-1. Hierarchy of

Screens.
Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Version x.xxx
Copyright 1993
Figure A-2. Title Screen.
APPENDIX A: OVERVIEW OF SCREENS PAGE A-1

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Figure A-3. Main Screen,

Basic Programming Mode.
H1: DONE 24.143 24:00 24:00 02-Oct
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21 03-Oct
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00 04-Oct
S4:
Shifted

MAN Partisol Main Screen RUN
Manual Programming Mode.
H1: OFF 0.063 3:48 3:48
S2: ON 0.025 1:36 1:36
S3: OFF 0.010 0:37 0:37
S4: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup >
Stats Storage Run/Stp Setup > Unshifted
Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 AllOff < Shifted

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TIME Partisol Main Screen RUN
Time Programming Mode.
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
Figure A-6. Programming

TIME Program by Time STOP
Screen, Time Programming
0:00 6:00 9:00 3:00 27-Sep 01-Oct 0
6:00 3:00 12:00 4:00 27-Sep 01-Oct 5
6:00 3:00 12:00 4:00 27-Sep 01-Oct 5
Shifted
Now < Shifted

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MET Partisol Main Screen RUN
Meteorology Programming
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
Figure A-8. Programming

MET Program by Wind Vel/Dir STOP
Screen, Meteorology
Programming Mode. 16:21 03-Oct-93 Curr:0 Status:Ok
MinDr MaxDr MinVl MaxVl Beg D End D
H1: 315 45 0.0 0.0 03-Oct 03-Oct
S2: 45 135 0.0 10.0 03-Oct 03-Oct
S3: 45 135 10.0 99.9 03-Oct 03-Oct
S4:
Edit Stats Storage Run/St Setup
Edit Stats Storage Run/St Setup Unshifted
Shifted
Now Shifted

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AI1 Partisol Main Screen RUN
Analog Input 1 Program-
ming Mode. 16:21 03-Oct-93 Curr:2 Status:Ok
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:
Figure A-10. Main Screen, AI2 Partisol Main Screen RUN

Analog Input 2 Program-
ming Mode. 16:21 03-Oct-93 Curr:2 Status:Ok
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
s4:

SER Partisol Main Screen RUN
Serial Programming Mode.
H1: OFF 24.143 24:00 24:00
S2: ON 16.342 16:21 16:21
S3: OFF 0.000 0:00 0:00
S4:

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Figure A-12. Statistics

BASIC Statistics RUN
Screen.
16:21:48 03-Oct-93 Stations:3 Curr:2
Vol Flow: 16.7 Analog Inp: 0.002
Amb Temp: 26.3 Ser Cont: 0
Amb Pres: 0.998 Inst Temp: 34.7
Wind Vel: 0.0 Fan: OFF
Wind Dir: 0 Version: 1.003
Figure A-13. Filter Data Filter Data 107

Screen.
S:1 0:00 02-Oct-93 To 0:00 03-Oct-93
M: BASIC Vol: 24.143 Valid: 24:00
Temp: 26.9 Pres: 0.998 Total: 24:00
----------------------------------------
-- - + ++ IntvDat >
Figure A-14. Interval Data 15:30 03-Oct Interval Data 174

Screen.
Valid Error Status Ave Temp: 26.8
H1: 0:00 0:00 Ok Ave Pres: 0.998
S2: 0:30 0:30 Ok Min Flow: 16.5
S3: 0:00 0:00 Ok Max Flow: 16.9
S4: 0:00 0:00 Ok Ave Flow: 16.7
WSpd: 7.4 WVel: 2.6 WDir: 238
-- - + ++ FiltDat >
-- - + ++ FiltDat > Unshifted

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Figure A-15. Setup Screen.

Setup
Stations: 3 Std Temp: 25.0
Run Type: BASIC Std Pres: 1.000
Set Flow: 16.7 Ave Temp: 99.9
A/O Type: STAT Ave Pres: 9.999
Curr Date: 03-Oct-93 Basic Cyc: 0
Curr Time: 16:21:36 Intv Mode: SAMP
Edit Calib Diag RS232 Audit >
Edit Calib Diag RS232 Audit > Unshifted
LCD + LCD - < Shifted
+/- < Shifted
Figure A-16. RS-232 Setup

RS232 Setup
Screen.
Baud Rate: 9600
Config: 8-N-1
XOn/XOff Cont: OFF
AK Station: 52 "4"
AK Channel: 75048 "K0"
AK Append: 13010
Edit
Edit Unshifted
Shifted
Shifted

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Figure A-17. Calibration

BASIC Calibration STOP
Screen.
Calc Act Offset Span
A/I: 1.003 0.000 0.0000 1.0000
Temp: 27.9 0.0 1.0000
Pres: 0.998 0.000 1.0000
Flow: 16.7 0.0 0.0000 1.0000
A/O: 1.00 Pot:3.752 Flow Adj: Hold H1
Edit Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 >
Edit Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 > Unshifted
PumpOff PumpOn DecrFlw HoldFlw IncrFlw < Shifted
+/- < Shifted
Figure A-18. Diagnostics

Diagnostics
Screen.
Analog I/O Digital I/O
Pres: 0.000 Aux1: 0.000 Hu1:OFF Fan: ON
InsT: 0.000 WDir: 0.000 Sa2: ON Pmp:OFF
AmbT: 0.000 WVel: 0.000 Sa3:OFF Lcd: ON
Pot: 0.000 Flow: 0.000 Sa4:OFF Htr:OFF
AO1: 2.018 AO2: 1.017
Edit Off On
Edit Off On Unshifted
Shifted
Shifted

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Figure A-19. Audit Screen.

Audit Screen
Station: 2
Flow Rate: 16.7
Temperature: 26.9
Pressure: 0.992
Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 Pump
Hub1 Sat2 Sat3 Sat4 Pump Unshifted
Shifted

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Appendix B: Listing of Program Register Codes
This appendix contains a listing of the most important Program Register Codes used
in the software of the Partisol Sampler. These codes come into play when the
hardware's two-way serial communication capability (Appendix D) is employed to
request the current value of variables, to change the value of certain system param-
eters, and to download data from the sampler's internal data logger.
MAIN PROGRAM REGISTER CODES
Code Description Units Range Default Re-Init Edit Modes

1 Software Version N/A N/A N/A N/A not editable
2 Serial Number N/A 0-1000000 N/A N/A Stop, Run
3 Operating Mode (0:Stop, 1:Run) N/A 0-1 0 0 not editable
5 Programming Mode (see below) N/A 0-6 0 0 not editable
6 Status Code (see below) N/A 0-127 0 0 not editable
13 Instrument Temperature °C N/A N/A N/A not editable
14 Ambient Temperature °C N/A N/A N/A not editable
15 Ambient Pressure Atm N/A N/A N/A not editable
17 Volumetric Flow Rate l/min N/A N/A N/A not editable
88 Wind Velocity km/h N/A N/A N/A not editable
89 Wind Direction Degrees N/A N/A N/A not editable
96 Storage Download Type (1:Filter, 2:Interval) N/A 1-2 1 1 Stop, Run
97 Serial Control (0:None 1-4:Hub1-Sat4) Station 0-4 0 0 Stop, Run
106 Basic Mode Cycle Days 0, 2-31 0 0 Stop
Status Code
Codes for Programming Mode (summation of all codes that apply)
0 Basic 0 No status conditions

1 Manual 1 F: Flow
2 Time 2 T: Ambient Temperature
3 Meteorology 4 P: Ambient Pressure
4 Analog Input 1 8 I: Instrument Temperature
5 Analog Input 2 16 S: Serial Communication
6 Serial Input 32 E: Electrical Outage
64 R: Relay Control Hardware
APPENDIX B: LISTING OF PROGRAM REGISTER CODES PAGE B-1

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Appendix C: Hardware Connections
The Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler contains three connectors for communicating
analog and serial information with external devices:
User Output This 4-pin connector, located on the back panel of the
sampler, transmits an analog voltage level in accordance
with the currently-active sampling station and existence of
any status conditions (Section 7.4). The pin layout, as
viewed from the end of the connecting cable, is shown in
Figure C-1 and is defined below:
Pin 1 Cable shield

Pin 2 Ground
Pin 3 Analog voltage (0-5 VDC)
Pin 4 Not used
Anemometer This 6-pin connector, located on the back panel of the

sampler, allows for a connection with a wind vane/anemom-
eter (Section 13) or to an external device such as a data
logger that provides a 0 to 5 VDC control signal to pin 1
(Section 14). The pin layout, as viewed from the end of the
connecting cable, is shown in Figure C-1 and is defined
below:
Pin 1 Wind direction (or control) analog input

(0-5 VDC: 0-50 m/sec (0-180 km/h))
Pin 2 Wind speed analog input
(0-5 VDC: 0-360°)
Pin 3 +24 VDC output
Pin 4 Ground
Pin 5 Cable shield
Pin 6 Static ground
RS-232 This 9-pin connector, located on the keypad panel of the

sampler, allows for two-way serial communication between
the hub and an external device. The nine pins in the RS-232
connector are defined in the following manner:
Pin 1 CD Pin 6 DSR

Pin 2 TXD Pin 7 RTS
Pin 3 RXD Pin 8 Not used
Pin 4 Not used Pin 9 Not used
Pin 5 GND
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Figure C-1. Pin Assign-

ments as Viewed from End
of Cable (View from Looking
at Back of Unit).
Each hub unit is supplied with one cable connector for the 4-pin User Output
connector (R&P part number 06-002453) and one cable connector for the 6-pin
Anemometer connector (R&P part number 06-002454). An assembly drawing that
shows the internal construction of these two connectors is shown in Figure C-2.
The connection between the RS-232 connector and a personal computer is accom-
plished with a straight 9-to-9 pin cable, which may be purchased from R&P as optional
equipment (R&P part number 07-000587).

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Figure C-2. Internal

Construction of 4- and 6-Pin
Cable Connectors.

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Appendix D: Two-W
Two-Way Serial Communication
wo-Way
The Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler supports advanced two-way serial communi-
cation capabilities through its implementation of the German automobile industry's
AK Protocol. In addition to describing this data transmission format in depth, this
appendix describes the RS232 Setup Screen and the format in which the sampler
transmits Filter Data and Interval Data (Section 8) over the serial connection
(Appendix C).
D.1. RS-232 SETUP SCREEN
The RS232 Setup Screen defines the communication parameters of the Partisol unit
(Figure D-1). The following information is displayed on the screen and may be
changed in the Edit Mode:
Baud Rate Data transmission rate (baud). Use the <F2: -> and <F3: +>
keys to select the appropriate baud rate when in the Edit
Mode. The default setting of this parameter is 9600.
Config Data format (Data Bits-Parity-Stop Bits). Use the <F2: ->
and <F3: +> keys to select between “8-N-1” and “7-E-1”
when in the Edit Mode. The default setting of this parameter
is “8-N-1.”
Figure D-1. RS232 Setup

RS232 Setup
Screen.
Baud Rate: 9600
Config: 8-N-1
XOn/XOff Cont: OFF
AK Station: 52 "4"
AK Channel: 75048 "K0"
AK Append: 13010
Edit
Edit Unshifted
Shifted
Shifted
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XOn/XOff Software data flow control may be turned on or off by

pressing <F2: -> and <F3: +> keys when in the Edit Mode.
The default setting of this parameter is “OFF.”
AK Station The ASCII code for the one-digit Station Number used by
the AK Protocol. The default value of this parameter is 52,
which is the ASCII representation for “4.”
AK Channel The ASCII code representation of the two-digit Channel

Number used by the AK Protocol. The default value of this
parameter is 75048, which is the ASCII representation for
“K0.”
AK Append The ASCII code representation of characters added between

response lines from the sampler. This parameter is optional,
and should have a value of “0” if nothing is to be appended.
The default value of this parameter is “13010,” which
represents CR (carriage return) and LF (line feed).
The Baud Rate, Config, and XOn/XOff Cont parameters above not only define data
transmission when using the AK Protocol, but are also used by the Partisol unit when
downloading data directly from the Filter Data Screen and Interval Data Screen
(Section 8).
D.2. AK PROTOCOL
The AK Protocol for serial communication not only allows the user to query the
present value of system variables remotely, but also permits the user to change the
values of system variables and download information from the sampler's internal data
logger. The AKCOMM software available from R&P or its distributors (R&P part
number 59-002523) uses this protocol for two-way communication directly to a
computer or through a modem. The following commands of the AK Protocol are
presented in detail in the following pages:
AREG Ask Register Command. This allows the user to query the
Model 2000 sampler for the current value of system vari-
ables (Program Register Codes, Appendix B).
EREG Enter Register Command. This allows the user to assign a

new value to any system variable. Great care must be
exercised in using this command, as the value of variables
should only be changed when the unit is in the appropriate
operating mode.

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ASTO Ask Storage Command. This allows the user to download a

specified number of records from the internal data logger,
from the current position of the AK storage pointer. The
initial location of this storage pointer is defined by the SSTO
command. The values contained on each line of output are
delimited by commas. The format in which stored data are
downloaded is described later in this appendix.
SSTO Set Storage Command. This allows the user to change the
location of the AK storage pointer in the internal data logger,
and is used in conjunction with the ASTO command de
scribed above. The AK storage pointer is always located just
following the last record transmitted through the RS-232
port via the AK Protocol. If the circular buffer overwrites
this location or if the ASTO or SSTO commands have not be
used, the AK storage pointer resides at the oldest record in
the internal database.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Partisol Sampler contains two

internal databases–one for Filter Data and the other for
Interval Data (Section 8). When downloading stored infor-
mation using the ASTO and SSTO commands of the AK
Protocol, the user must specify which database is to be
accessed by setting the value of Program Register Code 96
(Appendix B) to either 1 for Filter Data or 2 for Interval Data.
The following pages detail the format of the transmission and response messages of
the commands listed above.

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AK Protocol
Ask Register Command (AREG)
COM 2-WAY SETTINGS
AK Station 52 ASCII code for the 1-digit Station Number (for example "4": 052). The Station Number is always 1 digit in
length.
AK Chan 75048 ASCII code representation of the 2-digit Channel Number (for example: "K0": 075, 048). The Channel
Number is always 2 digits in length.
AK Append 13010 Optional: Up to 3 ASCII codes can be added to response from instrument. In this case, <CR> and <LF>
(ASCII codes 013 and 010) are appended to the response. Enter 0 if nothing is to be appended.
Transmission to Instrument Response from Instrument
Byte Example Description B No Err Error Description
1 <STX> ASCII code 002. 1 <STX> <STX> ASCII code 002.
2 4 1-digit Station Number, AK Station. 2 4 4 1-digit Station Number, AK Station.
3 A 3 A A
Ask Register command. Enter the
4 R 4 R R
Program Register Code of the
4-digit Ask Register command.
desired variable in bytes 21 to 23
5 E 5 E E
below.
6 G 6 G G
7 <space> Space. 7 <space> <space> Space.
8 K 2-digit Channel Number, as defined 8 0 0 Number of current status conditions.

by AK Channel.
9 0 9 <space> <space> Space.
10 <space> Space. 10 1 S Program Register Code of the

variable whose value is being
11 1 Program Register Code of the 11 4 E requested. The PRC may be 1 to 3
variable whose value is being characters long, and is not
12 4 requested. The PRC may be up to 12 <ETX> right-filled in the response.
3 digits long. Do not right-fill if the
13 PRC is less than 3 characters long. 13 <space> <CR> Space.
Current value of the variable

14 <ETX> ASCII code 003. 14 2 <LF> referenced by the Ask Register
command. This can vary in length.
15 15 5
16 16 <ETX> ASCII code 003.
17 17 <CR> Up to 3 digits appended to the end

of the response transmission,
18 18 <LF>
according to the entry for AK
19 19 Append.

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AK Protocol
Enter Register Command (EREG)
COM 2-WAY SETTINGS
length.
3 E 3 E E
Enter Register command. Enter the
4 R Program Register Code in bytes 21 4 R R
to 23 below, and the new value of 4-digit Enter Register command.
5 E the variable in bytes 15 and 5 E E
following.
6 G 6 G G

by AK Channel.
10 <space> Space. 10 9 S Program Register Code of the

variable whose value was entered.
11 9 Program Register Code of the 11 6 E The PRC may be 1 to 3 characters
variable whose value is being long, and is not right-filled in the
12 6 entered. The PRC may be up to 3 12 <ETX> response.
digits long. Do not right-fill if the
13 PRC is less than 3 characters long. 13 <ETX> <CR> ASCII code 003
14 <space> Space. 14 <CR> <LF>

Up to 3 digits appended to the end
15 1 New value to be entered for variable 15 <LF>
referenced by Program Register Append.
16 Code in bytes 11 to 13 above. 16
17 NOTE: The value entered may be 17

of varying length.
18 18
19 <ETX> ASCII code 003. 19

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AK Protocol
Ask Storage Command (ASTO)
COM 2-WAY SETTINGS
length.
2 4 1-digit Station Number, RS-Para 1. 2 4 4 1-digit Station Number, RS-Para 1.
3 A 3 A A
Ask Storage command. Enter the
4 S 4 S S
number of records to be
4-digit Ask Storage command.
downloaded from storage in bytes
5 T 5 T T
11 to 13 below.
6 O 6 O O

by RS-Para 2.
10 <space> Space. 10 3 S Records to be downloaded from

storage. This can be smaller than
11 5 The number of records to be 11 1 E requested number due to end of file.
downloaded from the instrument's Storage marker moved to after last
12 0 storage. Downloading begins at the 12 <ETX> record transmitted. Not right-filled.
storage marker, which can be set
13 using the SSTO command. 13 <ETX> <CR> ASCII code 003.
14 <ETX> ASCII code 003. 14 <CR> <LF> Up to 3 digits appended to the end
SET CURRENT DATA STORAGE BUFFER 15 <LF>
according to the entry for RS-Para
1 in PRC 38 Filter Data 16 3.
2 in PRC 38 Interval Data
The instrument then transmits the number of storage
records shown in response bytes 10 to 12 above. Each
record is followed by <CR><LF>. Refer to Section 7 for the
format of the downloaded data records.

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AK Protocol
Set Storage Marker Command (SSTO)
COM 2-WAY SETTINGS
length.
3 S 3 S S
4 S 4 S S
4-digit Set Storage Marker 4-digit Set Storage Marker
command. command.
5 T 5 T T
6 O 6 O O

by AK Channel.
9 0 9 <ETX> <space> ASCII code 003.
10 <space> Space. 10 <CR> S Up to 3 digits appended to the end

11 B New location of the Storage Marker. 11 <LF> E
B: move to beginning of storage Append.
12 buffer, E: move to end of storage 12 <ETX>
buffer. Enter positive numbers such
13 as 250 to move forward by n 13 <CR>
records, and negative numbers
14 14 <LF>
such as -1000 to move backwards
15 by n records. Do not right-fill. 15
16 <ETX> ASCII code 003. 16
17 17
18 18
19 19

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AK Protocol
Response if Command Addressed to Instrument is Unrecognizable
COM 2-WAY SETTINGS
length.
1 1 <STX> ASCII code 002.
2 2 4 1-digit Station Number, AK Station.
3 3 ?
4 4 ?
Question marks inserted in place of
unrecognized command.
5 5 ?
6 6 ?
7 7 <space> Space.
8 8 0 Number of current status conditions.
9 9 <space> Space.
10 10 S
Syntax error.
11 11 E
12 12 <ETX> ASCII code 003.
13 13 <CR> Up to 3 digits appended to the end

14 14 <LF>
15 15 Append.
16 16
17 17
18 18
19 19

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D.3. FORMAT OF DOWNLOADED FILTER DATA
Figure D-2 details the format in which “Filter Data” are downloaded from the sampler
through the RS-232 connector.
Figure D-2. Format of Filter

Data.
Format of Downloaded Filter Data
Field Status Code
Description Example (summation of all codes
Number
that apply)
1 Record Number 16,
0 No station condition
2 Start Time "00:00", 1 Flow
3 Start Date "14-Nov-93", 2 Ambient Temp
4 Ambient Pres
4 End Time "00:00", 8 Instrument Temp
16 Serial Comm
5 End Date "15-Nov-93",
32 Electrical Outage
6 Station Number 0, 64 Relay Control Hdw
7 Programming Mode 0, Programming Mode
8 Valid Time "24:00", 0 Basic

9 Total Time "24:00", 1 Manual
2 Time
10 Average Temperature 25.7, 3 Meteorology
4 Analog Input 1
11 Average Pressure 0.997,
5 Analog Input 2
12 Standard Volume 24.067 6 Serial Input
13 Record Terminator <CR><LF>

NOTES:
Each record is on a separate line terminated by a <CR> and <LF>.
Fields are delineated by commas.
Times and dates are enclosed in double quotation marks.

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D.4. FORMAT OF DOWNLOADED INTERVAL DATA
Figure D-3 details the format in which “Interval Data” are downloaded from the
sampler through the RS-232 connector.
Figure D-3. Format of

Interval Data. Format of Downloaded Interval Data
Field
Description Example Comments
Number
1 Record Number 143,
2 End Time "16:30", Status Code
3 End Date "14-Nov-93", (summation of all codes
that apply)
4 Average Temperature 27.3,
0 No station condition
5 Average Pressure 0.998,
1 Flow
6 Average Wind Speed 7.2, 2 Ambient Temp
4 Ambient Pres
7 Average Wind Velocity 2.8, 8 Instrument Temp
8 Average Wind Direction 325, 16 Serial Comm
32 Electrical Outage
9 Minimum Flow Rate 16.5, 64 Relay Control Hdw
10 Maximum Flow Rate 16.9,
11 Average Flow Rate 16.7,
12 Valid Time, Hub1 "00:17",
13 Total Time, Hub1 "00:17",
14 Status Code, Hub1 0,
15 Valid Time, Sat2 "00:09",
16 Total Time, Sat2 "00:09",
17 Status Code, Sat2 0,
20 Status Code, Sat3 0,
23 Status Code, Sat4 0
24 Record Terminator <CR><LF>
NOTES:
Each record is on a separate line terminated by a <CR> and <LF>.
Fields are delineated by commas.
Times and dates are enclosed in double quotation marks.

Revision A.000
Appendix E: Installing New System Software
The software that operates the Partisol Sampler is stored on a hardware component
known as an “electrically erasable programmable read only memory” chip, which this
manual refers to as an EPROM. Software upgrade kits, which include the EPROM
and a chip removal tool, can be ordered from R&P under the following part numbers:
Partisol Basic EPROM Upgrade Kit part number 59-002541

Partisol Advanced EPROM Upgrade Kit part number 59-002542
Follow the procedure below to install new system software. Download

any important data contained in the internal data logger before execut-
ing these steps.
1) Attach one end of the ground strap provided with this upgrade kit
around your wrist. Attach the other end of the strap to a ground
source such as the Partisol enclosure.
2) Record the values in the “Offset” and “Span” columns of the
Calibration Screen (Section 10).
3) With the system in its “Stop” operating mode, turn off the hub
unit at the power switch next to the keypad, and unplug the
sampler.
4) Open the electrical compartment behind the keypad in the hub
unit.
5) Locate the EPROM at position U3 on the computer board that is
mounted on the back wall of the electrical compartment (Figures
E-1 and E-2). This has a sticker attached to it stating the software
revision number.
6) Using the provided chip extraction tool, grip the top and bottom of
the old EPROM and pull outward. Make sure to pull the EPROM
out straight.
7) Discard the old EPROM.
8) Note the silk-screened outline of the EPROM on the computer
board in the mounting location. Note the position of the notch.
9) Examine the new EPROM and locate its notch.
10) Line up the notch on the EPROM and the silk-screened notch on
the board. The notch should face downward. Press the new
EPROM into this position.
11) Return power to the hardware.
APPENDIX E: INSTALLING NEW SYSTEM SOFTWARE PAGE E-1

Revision A.000
Figure E-1. Location of the

EPROM (A) on the Com-
puter Board.
12) Press SW1 on the CPU board and then <F3> twice when the Title
Screen appears to reset the Partisol Sampler, including its inter-
nal data logger.
13) Enter the values recorded in step 2 above in the Calibration
Screen (Section 10).
14) Enter the appropriate system parameters in the Setup Screen
(Section 4.6).

Revision A.000
Figure E-2. Electronics

Compartment of Hub with
Computer Board and
EPROM Location U3.

Revision A.000

Revision A.001
Appendix F: Consumables and Parts
F.1. CONSUMABLES
R&P offers the following types of 47 mm filters, filter cassettes and accessories for
use with the Partisol Sampler under the listed part numbers:
Pallflex TX40 Filters, Box of 100 10-002387-0100

Teflon Filters, 2.0 µm pore size, Box of 50 10-002322-0050
Quartz Fiber Filters, Box of 100 10-002647-0100
1 Partisol Filter Cassette for 47 mm Filters 36-002190
5 Partisol Filter Cassettes for 47 mm Filters 57-002323-0005
10 Partisol Filter Cassettes for 47 mm Filters 57-002323-0010
Tweezers 30-002566
20 Labelled Petri Dishes 57-002572-0020
Aside from the 47 mm filters used in the Partisol Sampler, the only regular
consumable item in the hardware is the large in-line filter in the hub. This item should
be exchanged every six months. The R&P part number is as follows:
Large In-Line Filter 32-002643
The batteries on the computer board at the back of the electronics section of the hub
must be exchanged as needed. The computer board uses a 25 mm diameter round
battery (Panasonic CR2330) and a socket battery at location U4 (Dallas Semiconduc-
tor DS1213C). These are obtainable under the following R&P part numbers:
Round Battery for Computer Board 06-002545

Battery for Socket at U4 06-002565
Perform the following procedures to check these batteries:
Measure the voltage across the ground (“GND”) test point in the center of the interace
board and the top surface of the round battery on the computer board. This voltage
should be at least 2.5 VDC.
Measure the voltage across pins 14 and 28 on U4 for part number 06-002565. This
voltage should be at least 2.5 VDC.
APPENDIX F: CONSUMABLES AND PARTS PAGE F-1

Revision A.001
F.2. PARTS FOR HUBS AND SATELLITES
The following parts are used in the Partisol hub and satellite units:
Basic Hardware
1 1/4" O-Ring 22-000485-1026
Dome Connector for Sample Tube 13-001273
Rubber Lip (Forshieda) Seal 22-002182
Filter Exchange Assembly 54-002239
Power Switch 04-002246
Cooling Fan 10-002251
Liquid Crystal Display 10-002254
Rubber Foot 33-002262
Sample Tube, Hub 36-002344
Power Line Filter 02-002400
Transformer 03-002402
Interface Board 50-002406
Computer Board 50-002407
Standard Partisol Pump, 120 VAC 10-002418
Sample Tube, Satellite 36-002447
Standard Partisol Pump, 240 VAC 10-002452
Solenoid Valve 59-002456
Plug for Air Connection 32-002478
Flow Control Assembly 55-002513
Rain Hood Assembly (1) 59-002561
Satellite Mounting Bar Assembly (1) 59-002562
Connectors and Cables

9-to-9 Pin RS-232 Cable 07-000587
9-Pin “D” Connector 06-000590-0009
Shell for 9-Pin “D” Connector 06-000592-0009
9-to-25 Pin Serial Adapter 51-001079
4-Pin Cable Connector 06-002453
6-Pin Cable Connector 06-002454
Flow, Sampling and Measurement Equipment

Air Tube Connection, 3/8" OD (per meter) 24-000483
10 m Air Tube Connection, 3/8" OD 24-000483-0010
20 m Air Tube Connection, 3/8" OD 24-000483-0020
Silicon-Rubber Tubing, 1/4" ID (per meter) 32-000551-0004
R&P PM-10 Inlet, 16.7 l/min 57-000596
Flow Audit Adapter 57-000618
Optional Large Pump (1/4 hp), 120 VAC 10-001403
Optional Large Pump (1/4 hp), 240 VAC 10-001404

Revision A.001
Rebuild Kit for Large Pump 59-001741

BIOS Dry-Cal Flow Calibrator, 120 VAC 10-001742-0120
BIOS Dry-Cal Flow Calibrator, 240 VAC 10-001742-0240
TSP Inlet with 1 1/4" Adapter, 16.7 l/min 57-002269
R&P 2.5 µm Inlet, 16.7 l/min 10-002319
Wind Vane/Anemometer with 15 m Cable 59-002525
1 m Partisol Extension Tube 57-002526-0001
2 m Partisol Extension Tube 57-002526-0002
R&P 2.5 µm Inlet, 10 l/min 10-002570
Temperature Sensor (standard) 51-002638-0001
Temperature Sensor (5 m cable) 51-002638-0005
Rebuild Kit for Partisol Pump 59-002642
Manuals
Partisol Model 2000 Service Manual 42-002521
Partisol Model 2000 Operating Manual 42-002522
Options
Stand for Hub or Satellite 57-002320
AKCOMM Communication Software Diskette 59-002523
Basic EPROM Upgrade Kit 59-002541
Advanced EPROM Upgrade Kit 59-002542
Hardware for Extreme Cold Operation

Insulating Jacket for Hub Unit 10-002645
Hardware for Indoor Installation

Temperature Sensor (5 m cable) (hub only) 51-002638-0005
Roof Flange (1 1/4") 55-001289
Support Tripod for Inlet 57-000604

Revision A.001
F.3. PARTS FOR OPTIONAL SAMPLING EQUIPMENT
The Hardware Mounting Kit is installed in the place of the filter exchange mechanism
of hub and satellite units. It contains the parts necessary for the mounting of optional
sampling accessories, such as filter packs, PUF samplers or annular denuder tubes.
Hardware Mounting Kit 59-002527

Elbow, Male Coupling to Barbed Fitting 32-002529
Straight Male Coupling to Barbed Fitting 32-002530
(used in ACCU System)
Female Coupling with Male Thread 32-002531
The following sampling equipment is designed to be installed in the Hardware

Mounting Kit listed above:
Filter Pack 59-002532
PUF Sampling System 59-002535

Exchangeable PUF Sampling Tube 32-002536
Exchangeable PUF Plug 32-002524
Denuder Sampling System (16.7 l/min) 59-002538-0167

Exchangeable Denuder Tube 32-002539
Exchangeable Sintered Impactor 32-002540

Revision A.000
Appendix G: Filter Log
This appendix contains a filter log to keep track of all important readings associated
with each exposed filter. R&P encourages users to make photocopies of the form.
APPENDIX G: FILTER LOG PAGE G-1

APPENDIX G: FILTER LOG

Filter Log
R&P Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Initial Post-Collection
Initial Weighing Filter Exposure Post-Collection Weighing
Conditioning Conditioning DW Concentration
Filter
Number
Exposure Exposure W(F)-W(I) DWx10^6/V(STD)
Conditions Weights Conditions Conditions Weights Conditions
Period Stats
RH: W1: RH: RH: W1: RH:

Val Time:
Temp: W2: Temp: Temp: W2: Temp:
Tot Time:
Date: W3: Date: Date: W3: Date:
V(STD):
Time: W(I): Time: Time: W(F): Time:

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):
Revision A.000
PAGE G-2

Val Time:
Tot Time:
V(STD):
Revision A.000
Appendix H: Maintenance of the PM-10 Inlet
This Appendix contains the maintenance procedures for the Rupprecht & Patashnick
PM-10 Inlet, as well as for the PM-2.5 and PM-1 inlets used with the Partisol Sampler.
H.1. MAINTENANCE OF PM-10 INLET
Recommended Supplies for Maintenance

An alcohol or ammonia-based general-purpose cleaner, cotton swabs, small soft-
bristle brush, paper towels, distilled water, silicone-based stopcock grease.
Recommended Tools for Maintenance
A small screwdriver, small crescent wrench, pocket knife.
Maintenance Frequency
R&P recommends the removal, cleaning and O-Ring check of the PM-10 Inlet four
times a year based on a sample frequency of sampling every 6 days for a 24-hour
period.
A sample frequency greater than each 6 days, or a special site where TSP levels are
in non-attainment requires a maintenance frequency after each 8 days of sampling.
This frequency can be determined by the technician upon viewing the sampler.
Maintenance Procedure
• To remove the sampler inlet, gently lift the complete inlet upward off the
aluminum male inlet tube.
• Disassemble the upper and lower inlet halves by unscrewing counter-

clockwise the top acceleration assembly from the lower collector assembly
(Figure F-1).
Maintenance of the Top Acceleration Assembly
• Mark the top plate deflector cone and lower plate with a pencil scribe to
facilitate proper orientation for easier reassembly after cleaning and
maintenance.
• Using a philips-blade screwdriver, remove the four pan head screws from
APPENDIX H: MAINTENANCE OF THE PM-10 INLET PAGE H-1

Revision A.000
Figure H-1. Main Sections

of the R&P PM-10 Inlet.

Revision A.000
the top of the top plate, and lift the top plate off the four threaded spacer
stand-offs and set aside.
• Inspect the insect screen for contamination and clean by lifting the screen
off the lower plate rain deflector and brush or rinse with water until clean.
Dry and reinstall.
• Using a general-purpose cleaner and paper towel, clean the top plate
deflector cone and internal wall surface of the acceleration assembly.
NOTE: Be sure that after cleaning the acceleration nozzle is clean. If not,
use a cotton swab and cleaner to remove contamination.
• Inspect the large diameter impactor nozzle o-ring for wear. Replace, if
necessary, or using a light coating of silicone grease, apply a thin film on
the o-ring itself, and likewise a small light coating on the aluminum
threads of the acceleration assembly.
• After re-installing the bug screen, align the top plate markings with the
lower plate markings. The 4 holes in the top plate should align with the
four spacer stand offs. Insert and tighten securely the four pan-head
screws.
Maintenance of the Lower Collector Assembly
• It is on the collector plate that most of the contamination in the inlet is

found.
The threads should be cleaned to facilitate a good tight seal when the two
halves are reassembled.
• Using a general-purpose cleaner with a paper towel, clean the collector

assembly walls and three vent tubes. A cotton swab may be necessary to
clean these vent tubes. Likewise, clean the bottom side of the collector
assembly.
• Using a cotton swab, also clean the weep hole in the collector plate where
the moisture runs out to the moisture trap. Remove the rain jar and clean.
Inspect the brass nipple fitting to ensure tightness and non-blockage.
When re-installing the rain jar, place a small light coating of silicone
grease on the cork gasket inside the cap of the rain jar. This will ensure
a leak-free fit.

Revision A.000
• Inspect the two inlet-to-male-inlet tube sealing o-rings for wear. Re-
place, if necessary. Use a light coating of silicone grease on these o-rings
to ensure that a seal is made when re-installed on the male inlet tube.
• Reassemble the top and bottom inlet assemblies until the threads tighten.
Hand-tighten only.
• Place the inlet back on top of the male inlet tube carefully. Take care not
to damage the internal o-rings.
For further information or parts, please consult with R&P with reference to the R&P
PM-10 Inlet.
H.2. MAINTENANCE OF R&P PM-2.5 AND PM-1 INLETS
Since the R&P PM-1 and PM-2.5 inlets (Figure H-2) are of similar construction, the
Figure H-2. Construciton of procedure for maintaining them is identical. The cyclone must be cleaned periodi-
R&P PM-2.5 and PM-1
cally to prevent build-up of particulate matter and contaminants. R&P recommends
Inlets.
a cleaning rate of once every one to three months. The frequency for
routine maintenance may depend upon the average concentration of the
particulate matter and/or the species being sampled.
Follow the procedure below to maintain the PM-1 and PM-2.5

inlets:
1) Disassemble the cyclone inlet and the cyclone bottom

from the main cyclone body.
2) Soak in soapy water (any non-organic laboratory deter-
gent). Do not scrub, since scrubbing may damage the
Teflon® coating.
3) Rinse with deionized water many times. The last rinse
may be with acetone to facilitate drying. The inlet can also
be dried with air.
4) Re-assemble and cap until ready for re-use, or re-install
on the 1 1/4" OD sample tube.

Index
Symbols C
< 4-7 calibration 1-3, 1-6, 1-9, 10-1
> 4-6 Calibration Screen 10-6, 10-7, 10-8, A-8
120 VAC operation 2-4 communication configuration D-1
24-hour sampling 1-1, 5-1 comparative sampling 1-4
240 VAC operation 2-4 conditional sampling 1-2
4-pin cable connector 2-1, C-1 consumables 1-7, F-1
6-pin cable connector 2-1, C-1 continuous mode 4-10
cursor 4-7, 5-2
A
ACCU system 1-4, 14-2, 14-3
D
AK append D-2 Daily key 5-2
AK channel D-2 data logger 1-1, 1-6, 7-8, 8-1, B-1
AK protocol 15-1, D-2 date 4-3, 4-7, 4-9, 5-1, 5-3, 7-1, 8-
AK station D-2 2, 8-4
AKCOMM software D-2 denuder sampling system 1-3, 1-6, F-4
ambient pressure 1-2, 1-6, 1-9, 7-2, 8- diagnostics 1-3, 1-6, 7-1, 7-3
3, 8-5, 9-1, 10-7 Diagnostics Screen 7-3, A-8
ambient pressure sensor 1-6, 1-10 digital input/output 7-5, 7-6
ambient temperature 1-2, 1-6, 1-9, 7- dome connector 2-3, 2-6
2, 8-3, 8-5, 9-1, 10-7
ambient temperature sensor 1-6, 1-10 E
analog input 7-2, 7-3, 7-4, 14-1, C-1 E status condition 4-12, 7-6
analog input calibration 10-3 Edit key 4-7, 5-2
analog input programming mode 1-4, 1- edit mode 4-4, 4-6, 4-7, 4-12, 5-2, 5-3
6, 4-9, 14-1 editing 1-5, 4-6, 4-7, 4-12
analog output 1-3, 1-6, 4-9, 7-4, 7-6, C- electric supply 2-3, 4-12, 7-6
1 ENTER key 4-8, 5-2, 5-3
analog output type 4-9 EPROM 1-2, 7-8, E-1
anemometer 7-4, 13-1, C-1 EPROM, advanced 1-3, 4-9
AREG command D-2 EPROM, basic 1-3, 4-8
arrow key 4-7, 5-2 EPROM upgrade 1-4, 1-7, E-1
ASTO command D-3 EREG command D-2
audit 1-3, 1-6, 1-9, 9-1 ESC key 4-5, 4-8, 5-3
Audit Screen 9-2, A-9
average flow 8-5 F
average pressure 1-10, 4-10 F status condition 7-5
average temperature 1-10, 4-10 F1 key 7-7
F2 key 7-8
B F3 key 7-8
balance 3-3, 3-8 F4 key 7-8
basic cycle 4-10 fan 2-10, 7-3, 7-5
basic operating mode 4-10 filter 1-5, 2-4, 2-7, 3-1, 5-2, 6-1
basic programming mode 1-2, 1-3, 1- filter cassette 1-2, 2-1, 3-3, 3-5, 3-7, 9-
5, 4-8, 5-1 2, 9-4, 10-8
battery F-1 filter conditioning 1-5
baud rate D-1 filter data 1-6, 7-8, 8-1, 8-2, D-3, D-9
INDEX
Filter Data Screen 8-2, 8-6, A-6 L

filter equilibration 3-2, 3-7
LCD 4-11, 4-12, 7-5, 7-8
filter exchange 1-2, 3-1, 3-5, 5-2, 6-
leak check 1-6, 2-4, 2-7, 9-2
2, 12-2, 13-2, 14-2, 15-2
filter exchange mechanism 2-2, 2-5, 3-5 M
filter handling 3-1
filter, in-line 1-9, F-1 Main Screen 4-2, 4-11, 4-12, 5-1, 6-
filter inspection 3-1 1, 12-1, 13-2, 14-2, 15-1, A-2, A-3, A-4, A-5
filter installation 1-5 maintenance 2-11
filter loading 3-9 manual programming mode 1-3, 1-5, 4-
filter pack 1-3, 1-6, 11-1, 11-3 8, 6-1
filter sequencing 12-1, 12-3 mass concentration 3-9
filter weighing 3-3, 3-8 mass flow sensor 1-6, 1-9, 1-10, 7-4
flow 1-5, 1-6 maximum flow 8-5
flow analog output mode 4-9, 7-6, 7-7 meteorology programming mode 1-4, 1-
flow audit 1-6, 9-4 6, 4-9, 13-1
flow audit adapter 2-1, 9-2, 9-5, 10-8 minimum flow 8-5
flow calibration 10-8 mounting bar 2-1, 2-5
flow meter 9-5, 10-8 O
flow rate 1-3, 1-9, 4-9, 7-2, 7-7
function key 4-4, 4-7 operating manual 2-1
operating mode 4-2, 7-1
H operating parameters 7-7
hardware configuration 2-1 operating statistics 1-6, 7-1
hardware connections C-1
hardware considerations 2-10 P
hardware installation 2-1
hardware mounting kit 11-1, F-3 P status condition 7-6
heater 2-10, 7-3, 7-5 particulate concentration 1-5
hi-vol sampler 1-1 parts 1-7, F-1, F-2
hub 1-2, 1-5, 1-9, 2-1, 7-5, F-2 petri dish 3-2, 3-5, 3-7, 3-8
hub setup 2-1 pin-outs 1-7, C-1
PM-10 concentration 3-9
I PM-10 inlet 1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-10, H-1
I status condition 7-6 PM-2.5 concentration 3-9
indoor sampling 1-2 PM-2.5 inlet 1-1, 1-2, 2-1
instrument temperature 7-3 power failure 4-12
interface board 2-10, 2-11, 7-3, 7-6, 10- power outage 7-6
1 power switch 4-1, 4-11
interface board calibration 10-1 pressure audit 9-1
interval data 1-6, 4-10, 7-8, 8-1, 8- pressure calibration 10-7
4, D-3, D-10 pressure sensor 7-3
Interval Data Screen A-6 Program by Time Screen 12-1, A-3
Program by Wind Vel/Dir Screen A-4
K program register code 1-7, 15-1, B-1
keypad 4-5, 4-7 programming mode 4-2, 7-1, 8-2
PUF sampling system 1-3, 1-6, 11-1, 11-
5, F-4
INDEX
pump 1-9, 4-1, 7-4, 7-5, 9-3 Statistics Screen 7-1, A-6
status analog output mode 4-9, 7-6
R status code 1-6
R status condition 7-6 status condition 1-3, 4-4, 7-5, 7-7, 8-5
rain hood 2-1, 2-2 stop operating mode 4-7, 4-11, 5-2, 5-
record 8-2, 8-4 3, 6-2
resetting sampler 7-7 storage 1-1, 1-6, 7-8, 8-1, B-1
RS-232 1-3, 1-7, 7-3, 7-6, 8-1, 8-3, 8-
6, 15-1, B-1, C-1, D-1 T
RS-232 Setup Screen A-7, D-1 T status condition 7-6
run operating mode 4-12, 5-2 temperature audit 9-1
run type 4-8, 6-1, 13-1, 14-2, 15-1 temperature calibration 10-6
Run/Stp key 4-7, 5-3, 6-2 temperature sensor 2-1, 2-3, 7-3, 7-6, 9-
1, 10-7
S time 4-3, 4-7, 4-9, 7-1, 8-2, 8-4, 12-3
S status condition 7-6 time programming mode 1-4, 1-6, 4-
sample inlets 2-10 9, 12-1
sample tube 2-1, 2-3, 2-6 Title Screen 4-2, A-1
sampling hardware 11-1 Today+1 key 5-2
sampling mode 4-10 total time 3-5, 4-4, 8-3
sampling program 1-9, 4-11, 7-1, 8-2 TSP concentration 3-9
satellite 1-2, 1-5, 1-9, 2-1, F-2 TSP inlet 1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-10
satellite setup 2-5 tubing 2-1, 2-7
screens 1-5, 1-7, 4-5, 4-12, A-1 turning off 4-11
sequenced sampling 12-3, 12-4 turning on 4-1
sequencing 12-3
serial communication D-1 U
serial control 7-3, 15-1 user output 7-4, C-1
serial input 7-3
serial input programming mode 1-4, 1- V
7, 4-9, 15-1 vacuum gauge 1-9, 9-3
Series 1400a monitor 14-2, 14-3 valid time 3-5, 3-9, 4-4, 8-2, 8-4
service manual 2-1 valve 1-9, 9-3
set flow 4-9 view data mode 4-4, 4-6, 4-7, 4-12, 5-3
Setup Screen 1-5, 4-7, 4-8, A-7 volume 1-2, 1-5, 1-10, 3-5, 3-9, 4-4
SHIFT key 4-6, 4-7, 6-2
skipping days 1-2, 4-10, 5-2 W
software 1-2, 1-5, 4-1, E-1 wind direction 7-2, 8-5, 13-1, 13-2
software version 7-3 wind speed 8-5
solenoid valve 1-9, 2-1, 2-6 wind vane 7-4, 13-1, C-1
SSTO command D-3 Wind Vel/Dir Screen 13-2
stand 1-5, 2-3, 2-6, 2-8 wind velocity 7-2, 8-5, 13-1, 13-2
standard pressure 1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1-10, 4-
10 X
standard temperature 1-1, 1-2, 1-3, 1- XOn/XOff D-2
10, 4-10
standby condition 2-11
station 4-3, 4-8, 7-2, 8-2
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OPERATING MANUAL

PARTISOL® MODEL 2000

R&P Part Number 42-002522

Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc.

innovative technologies for industry

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

U.S. EPA Reference Method Designation

RFPS-0694-098, “Rupprecht & Patashnick PartisolTM Model 2000 Air Sampler,”

Stand for Hub or Satellite 57-002320

Hardware for indoor installation consisting of:

Hardware for outdoor installation in extreme cold environments:

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Patents, Copyrights and Trademarks

This documentation contains trade secrets and confidential information proprietary

ACCUTM is a trademark of Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. Partisol®, TEOM®,

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Repair of instrumentation manufactured by Rupprecht & Patashnick Co., Inc. (R&P)

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by authorized personnel of Rupprecht &

THE ABOVE IS A LIMITED WARRANTY AND IS THE ONLY WARRANTY

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

IMPORTANT: Disconnect the power cord from the power

Reference designation Fuse Location

Environmental Ranges — The instrument operates effectively in the following

NOTE: If the user operates the instrument in temperatures

Installation Category — Category 11

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Electrical & Safety Conformity

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Section Revision List

As R&P instrumentation changes, so do our operating and service manuals. However,

Section Number and Description Revision Number

Section 1: Introduction A.000

Section 2: Hardware Installation and Maintenance A.001

Section 3: Filter Handling and Exchange A.001

Section 4: Software Overview and Setup A.000

Section 5: Instrument Operation — Basic Mode A.000

Section 6: Instrument Operation — Manual Mode A.000

Section 7: Operating Statistics and Diagnostics A.000

Section 8: Viewing and Retrieving Stored Data A.000

Section 9: Audit Procedures A.000

Section 10: Calibration Procedures A.000

Section 11: Optional Sampling Hardware A.000

Section 12: Advanced Operation — Time Mode A.000

Section 13: Advanced Operation — Meterology Mode A.000

Section 14: Advanced Operation — Analog Input A.000

Section 15: Advanced Operation — Serial Input Mode A.000

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

Section Revision List continued

Section Number and Description Revision Number

Appendix A: Overview of Screens A.000

Appendix B: Listing of Program Register Codes A.000

Appendix C: Hardware Connections A.000

Appendix D: Two-Way Serial Communication A.000

Appendix E: Installing New System Software A.000

Appendix F: Consumables and Parts A.001

Appendix G: Filter Log A.000

Appendix H: Maintenance of the PM-10 Inlet A.000

Operating Manual, Partisol Model 2000 Air Sampler

SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 1-1

SECTION 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE .................................. 2-1

SECTION 3: FILTER HANDLING AND EXCHANGE ................................................. 3-1

SECTION 4: SOFTWARE OVERVIEW AND SETUP ................................................ 4-1

SECTION 5: INSTRUMENT OPERATION – BASIC MODE ........................................ 5-1