PORTACOUNT MODEL 8040 and 8048 Operation User Manual Rev B Oct 2017.pdf
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PORTACOUNT® MODEL 8040 AND
PORTACOUNT® MODEL 8048
RESPIRATOR FIT TESTERS
OPERATION/USER MANUAL
P/N 6010633, REVISION B
October 2017
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Copyright©
TSI Incorporated / 2017 / All rights reserved.
Part Number
6010633 / Revision B / October 2017
Address
TSI Incorporated / 500 Cardigan Road / Shoreview, MN 55126 / USA
Fax No.
(651) 490-3824
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY (effective February 2015)
(For country-specific terms and conditions outside of the USA, please visit www.tsi.com.)
Seller warrants the goods, excluding software, sold hereunder, under normal use and
service as described in the operator's manual, to be free from defects in workmanship and
material for 24 months, or if less, the length of time specified in the operator's manual,
from the date of shipment to the customer. This warranty period is inclusive of any
statutory warranty. This limited warranty is subject to the following exclusions and
exceptions:
a. Hot-wire or hot-film sensors used with research anemometers, and certain other
components when indicated in specifications, are warranted for 90 days from the date
of shipment;
b. Pumps are warranted for hours of operation as set forth in product or operator’s
manuals;
c. Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services are warranted to be free from
defects in workmanship and material, under normal use, for 90 days from the date of
shipment;
d. Seller does not provide any warranty on finished goods manufactured by others or on
any fuses, batteries or other consumable materials. Only the original manufacturer's
warranty applies;
e. This warranty does not cover calibration requirements, and seller warrants only that
the instrument or product is properly calibrated at the time of its manufacture.
Instruments returned for calibration are not covered by this warranty;
f. This warranty is VOID if the instrument is opened by anyone other than a factory
authorized service center with the one exception where requirements set forth in the
manual allow an operator to replace consumables or perform recommended cleaning;
g. This warranty is VOID if the product has been misused, neglected, subjected to
accidental or intentional damage, or is not properly installed, maintained, or cleaned
according to the requirements of the manual. Unless specifically authorized in a
separate writing by Seller, Seller makes no warranty with respect to, and shall have no
liability in connection with, goods which are incorporated into other products or
equipment, or which are modified by any person other than Seller.
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REPLACEMENT OF THE GOODS WITH NON-INFRINGING GOODS.
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INJURIES, OR DAMAGES CONCERNING THE GOODS (INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED
ON CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE) SHALL
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BE THE RETURN OF GOODS TO SELLER AND THE REFUND OF THE PURCHASE
PRICE, OR, AT THE OPTION OF SELLER, THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE
GOODS. IN THE CASE OF SOFTWARE, SELLER WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE
DEFECTIVE SOFTWARE OR IF UNABLE TO DO SO, WILL REFUND THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE SOFTWARE. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR LOST
PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. SELLER SHALL NOT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLATION, DISMANTLING OR REINSTALLATION COSTS
OR CHARGES. No Action, regardless of form, may be brought against Seller more than
12 months after a cause of action has accrued. The goods returned under warranty to
Seller's factory shall be at Buyer's risk of loss, and will be returned, if at all, at Seller's risk
of loss.
Buyer and all users are deemed to have accepted this LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
AND LIABILITY, which contains the complete and exclusive limited warranty of Seller.
This LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY may not be amended, modified or its
terms waived, except by writing signed by an Officer of Seller.
Disclaimer:
The measurement provided by the PortaCount® Respirator Fit Tester is
an assessment of respirator fit during a fit test only. Respirator fit at
other times will vary. The fit factor value is not intended for use in
calculating an individual's actual exposure to hazardous substances.
Trademarks
TSI, TSI logo, and PortaCount are registered trademarks of TSI Incorporated,.FitPro
Ultra, FitCheck, PortaCount Academy and N95-Companion Technology are trademarks
of TSI Incorporated.
Service Policy
Knowing that inoperative or defective instruments are as detrimental to TSI as they are
to our customers, our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any
problems. If any malfunction is discovered, please contact your nearest sales office or
representative, or call TSI's Customer Service department at (800) 874-2811 (USA) or
(001 651) 490-2811 (International) or visit www.tsi.com.
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Safety
This section provides instructions to ensure safe and proper operation
of the PortaCount® Model 8040 and PortaCount® Model 8048
Respirator fit testers.
W A R N I N G
These instruments must be used in the manner
described in this manual. Failure to follow all of the
procedures described in this manual can result in
serious injury to you or can cause irrevocable
damage to the instrument. There are no userserviceable parts inside the instrument. Refer all
repairs to a qualified factory-authorized technician.
Chemical Safety
Isopropyl alcohol is hazardous material. DO NOT allow alcohol to get
into your eyes. Avoid contact with the skin. DO NOT swallow or ingest
in any way. Alcohol is extremely flammable. DO NOT expose to open
flame or sources of ignition. Consuming the alcohol will result in
severe illness or death.
The alcohol used with these instruments is 99.5% pure or greater
purity reagent grade isopropyl alcohol. It must be stored, cared for
and disposed of properly. The use of other grades/types of alcohol
will damage the instrument.
Use these instruments in a clean area. Do not use in areas with
corrosive or acidic atmospheres.
Laser Safety
The PortaCount Models 8040 and 8048 are Class 1 laser-based
instruments. During normal operation, the user will not be exposed to
laser radiation. However, certain precautions must be taken or you
may expose yourself to hazardous radiation in the form of intense,
focused visible light. Exposure to this light can cause blindness.
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Take these precautions:
•
Do not remove parts from the instrument unless specifically
told to do so in this manual.
•
Do not remove the instrument housings or covers while
power is supplied to the instrument.
W A R N I N G
The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other
than those specified in this manual may result in
exposure to hazardous optical radiation.
Description of Labels and Markings
This section acquaints you with the advisory and identification labels
on the instrument and used in this manual to reinforce the safety
features built into the design of the instrument. It also identifies
instrument markings.
Caution
C a u t i o n
Caution means be careful. It means if you do not follow
the procedures prescribed in this manual you may do
something that might result in equipment damage, or
you might have to take something apart and start over
again. It also indicates that important information about
the operation and maintenance of this instrument is
included.
Warning
W A R N I N G
Warning means that unsafe use of the instrument
could result in serious injury to you or cause irrevocable
damage to the instrument. Follow the procedures
prescribed in this manual to use the instrument safely.
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Serial Number Label
WEEE marking indicates item is nondisposable and must be recycled.
WiFi Indicator
Status Indicator
RoHS
PortaCount Model 8040 and 8048 instruments are RoHS compliant.
CE
PortaCount Model 8040 and 8048 instruments are CE compliant.
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Contents
Safety ................................................................................................... iii
Chemical Safety ............................................................................... iii
Laser Safety ..................................................................................... iii
Description of Labels and Markings ................................................. iv
RoHS .................................................................................................v
CE .....................................................................................................v
Contents ............................................................................................. vii
Chapter 1 Introduction and Overview .........................11
Why Fit Test ................................................................................... 11
Preparations for Fit Testing ............................................................ 12
Identifying Parts ................................................................................. 13
Reordering Supplies ....................................................................... 18
Install FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software ............................................. 19
Chapter 2 Prepare the PortaCount Fit Tester for
Operation .......................................................................21
Install the Twin Tube Assembly ........................................................ 21
Prepare the Alcohol Cartridge .......................................................... 22
Connect the PortaCount Fit Tester ................................................... 27
Connect the PortaCount Fit Tester to a tablet or computer via the
USB cable provided. ....................................................................... 27
Supply Power to the PortaCount Fit Tester .................................... 27
Connect to FitPro ™ Ultra Fit Test Software .................................. 28
Connect Wirelessly (optional) ........................................................... 29
Using a Particle Generator (optional) ............................................... 31
Chapter 3 FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software Operation
........................................................................................33
The Main Menu ................................................................................... 33
PortaCounts ................................................................................... 34
People ............................................................................................ 35
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Respirators ...................................................................................... 35
Fit Test History ................................................................................ 37
Global Settings ................................................................................ 37
Help ................................................................................................. 39
Chapter 4 Daily Checks .............................................. 41
Chapter 5 Real-Time FitCheck™ Mode ..................... 45
Real-Time Training.............................................................................. 45
Concentration Check .......................................................................... 47
Chapter 6 Fit Testing .................................................. 49
Precautions for Fit Testing ................................................................ 49
About Respirators and Fit Testing .................................................... 50
Probed Test Respirators ................................................................. 50
Probes for Filtering-Facepiece (Disposable) Respirators ................ 52
Inserting a Test Probe in a Disposable Respirator .......................... 52
Conducting a Fit Test ......................................................................... 57
Common Problems Resulting in Low Fit Factors ............................ 63
Record/Print Results ....................................................................... 64
Chapter 7 Preventive Maintenance, Service, and
Troubleshooting........................................................... 65
Maintenance ........................................................................................ 65
Recalibration Interval ...................................................................... 65
Status Messages............................................................................. 65
Shipping & Storage Precautions ..................................................... 67
Changing the Alcohol Wick ............................................................. 67
Nozzle Cleaning .............................................................................. 70
Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 72
On-line Troubleshooting Guides...................................................... 72
Appendix A Specifications ......................................... 78
Appendix B The Rainbow Passage ........................... 81
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Chapter 1
Introduction and
Overview
This manual describes both the PortaCount® Model 8040 and 8048
Respirator Fit Tester Hardware and FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software.
The Model 8040 is designed to measure fit factors of masks with a
filter efficiency of 99% or greater. The Model 8048 includes N95Companion™ Technology, which can fit test any tight-fitting
respirators and all filtering facepiece air-purifying respirators
including: NIOSH Series 100/99/95; and FFP3/FFP2/FFP1
disposables.
Why Fit Test
There are two primary reasons for respirator fit testing:
•
Verification of Training. After the individual has received
respirator training, a fit test checks that the person has learned
how to properly put on and wear a respirator without assistance.
•
Sizing. It is important to make sure that the individual is issued a
properly sized respirator that is capable of providing protection
when worn properly.
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Preparations for Fit Testing
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Training the
Trainer
The person conducting the fit test must have a
clear understanding of respiratory protection,
respirators, and fit testing to be effective.
Anyone can master the operation of the
PortaCount Respirator Fit Tester simply by
studying this manual, but the background
knowledge required to proficiently fit test
cannot be obtained here. Consider attending a
seminar on fit testing provided by TSI
PortaCount Academy or from various
consultants. Contact TSI for PortaCount
Academy Scheduled training events.
Respirator
Training
Respirator training is critical for any respiratory
protection program. All employees who wear
respirators must be taught how and why they
are used. This training should be done prior to
the fit test, not during the fit test. Consult the
regulations or standards that pertain to your
industry for information on training
requirements.
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Identifying Parts
The following items are included with the PortaCount Respirator Fit
Testers. If any are missing or damaged, please notify TSI
immediately.
Use the photographs below to identify connectors, parts, and
accessories of the PortaCount Fit Tester. You need to be familiar with
these items when following the instructions in this manual.
Description
Reference picture
For use
with
Respirator Fit
Tester Model
8040/8048
8040 or
8048
Alcohol Cartridge;
a porous wick inside
is soaked
with alcohol.
8040
and
8048
Alcohol Fill
Capsule; holds the
isopropyl alcohol
consumed by
the PortaCount Fit
Tester.
8040
and
8048
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Description
Reference picture
For use
with
Storage Cap;
covers either the
cartridge cavity of
the PortaCount Fit
Tester or the alcohol
fill capsule.
8040
and
8048
Zero Check Filter
– 2 pieces; provides
for the zero check
and max fit factor
check on the
PortaCount Fit
Tester to make sure
it is working
properly. A spare
filter is also
provided.
8040
and
8048
Spare Alcohol
Wicks – 2 pieces.
8040
and
8048
5 ft (1.5 m) Twin
Tube Assembly;
consists of a pair of
tubes: the clear
sample tube and
the blue ambient
tube.
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and
8048
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Description
Reference picture
For use
with
Spare Sampling
Port Inlet Screens;
used to help keep
the PortaCount Fit
Tester internal flow
path clean by
capturing large or
fibrous particles.
8040
and
8048
1/8 to 1/4 Tube
Adapter; used to
connect the sample
tube to a respirator
sample fitting (or
probe) that has a
1/4 inch (6.3 mm)
fitting.
8040
and
8048
1/8 to 3/16 Tube
Adapter; used to
connect the sample
tube to a respirator
sample fitting (or
probe) that has a
3/16 inch (4.8 mm)
fitting.
8040
and
8048
AC Adapter; plugs
into the external
power connector on
the PortaCount Fit
Tester and an AC
wall outlet.
30 ml Isopropyl
Alcohol Bottles 16
pieces (480 ml
total)
8040
and
8048
8040
and
8048
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Description
Quick Start Guide;
for helping you get
started quickly.
Reference picture
For use
with
8040
and
8048
Carrying Case;
provides protection
and convenience.
The case is
designed to hold
the PortaCount Fit
tester and standard
accessories.
8040
and
8048
USB Cable: used to
connect the
PortaCount Fit
Tester to a tablet or
computer.
8040
and
8048
Probe Assembly
Tool: used to help
assemble probes.
8048
Probe Kit (100
pieces).
8048
Neck Strap; to
support twin tube
when fit testing
filtering facepiece
respirators.
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Description
Model 8026
Particle Generator;
to supplement the
ambient particle
concentration in the
fit testing area.
(optional)
Package of 100
Salt Tablets (100
mg); for use with
Model 8026 Particle
Generator.
Power Cord: for
use with Model
8026 Particle
Generator.
Reference picture
For use
with
8048
8048
8048
Extra Lid: for use
with Model 8026
Particle Generator.
8048
Durable Carrying
Case; for use with
Model 8026 Particle
Generator.
8048
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Reordering Supplies
TSI part numbers for consumable supplies, accessories, and
miscellaneous replacement parts are:
Model/Part No.
Description
8016
Box of 16, 30 ml Bottles of Isopropyl Alcohol
(480 ml total)
Box of 10 Alcohol Wicks
Zero Check Filter
Sampling Hose Kit with 3 Twin Tube Assemblies and
10 each 3/16 in. and 1/4 in. Tube Adapters.
Twin Tube Assembly (Quantity 1)
AC Adapter for PortaCount® (voltage sensing)
PortaCount® Fit Tester Quick Start Guide
Alcohol Cartridge and Fill Capsule Kit for PortaCount®
Alcohol Fill Capsule with Storage Cap
Storage Cap
Alcohol Cartridge with Wick
Wi-Fi USB Dongle
8033
803X-ZFLTR
8017
800197
8034
6006456
8032
8032-FC
8032-SC
8032-CT
WF-USBD
803XCRDFRM
8025-N95
Punch-out Card Forms (250 sheets)
Filtering Facepiece Probe Kit
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Install FitPro™ Ultra Fit
Test Software
The PortaCount Fit Tester is controlled with FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test
Software running on a tablet or a personal computer.
The minimum requirements for a tablet or personal computer are:
Tablet Requirements
•
Microsoft® Windows® 10 operating system (USB-A Port required
for initial setup).
Personal Computer Requirements
•
•
•
•
•
•
Microsoft® Windows® 7, 8 and 10 operating systems.
Minimum 1 GHz processor.
Minimum 1024x768 screen resolution.
1 free USB port.
500 MB free storage
Note – An internet connection is required to install FitPro Ultra.
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Access and Install FitPro™ Ultra Fit Test Software
Create a TSI software account before accessing and installing
FitProTM Ultra Software. If a TSI software account has already been
created with a previous purchase, it can be reused for this product.
Access the TSI Software Licensing portal at:
http://www.tsi.com/SoftwareLicensing
Enter the Activation ID provided with your instrument to create an
account. Once this is complete a link to the Software Download
Website will be sent to the email registered on the account. Use the
link to download and run the FitPro Ultra Fit Test Software installer.
When the installation is complete, a FitPro Ultra icon should display
on the desktop of your tablet or computer.
To start the FitPro Ultra Software, double click on the icon. The
software will present default configuration options that can be
changed later if needed. See Chapter 2 to connect the instrument
and begin fit testing.
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Chapter 2
Prepare the
PortaCount Fit Tester
for Operation
Install the Twin Tube
Assembly
The PortaCount Fit Tester has two inlet fittings, one colored blue and
one colored silver. Connect the twin tube assembly to the
corresponding inlet fittings; the blue tube to the blue fitting and the
clear tube to the silver fitting. The clear tube samples particles inside
the mask. Ambient particles outside the mask are sampled through
the blue tube.
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C a u t i o n
The twin tube must not be lengthened except for the few
inches added by a tube adapter. Never split the ambient
and mask tubes, they must remain together and the two
sample tubes must be nearly the same length for
accurate fit testing.
Prepare the Alcohol
Cartridge
The wick must be saturated with isopropyl alcohol for the PortaCount
Fit Tester to make particle measurements. Fill the alcohol cartridge as
follows.
C a u t i o n
Isopropyl alcohol is hazardous material. Do not
ingest or allow alcohol to contact your eyes or skin.
Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) located in the
box of alcohol for handling precautions and first aid
procedures.
Always recap the alcohol fill capsule and other
containers immediately to prevent absorption of
moisture and the escape of alcohol vapors.
Dispose of any alcohol with visible contamination.
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C a u t i o n
Any dirt or debris that gets into the PortaCount Fit
Tester can plug the small internal nozzle and prevent
operation.
•
•
•
Do not allow the black part of the alcohol
cartridge to make contact with any surface that
may be dirty. Keep the storage cap and alcohol
cartridge clean.
The alcohol cartridge is inserted into the cartridge
cavity during use. It is critically important to keep
dirt and lint out of the cartridge cavity.
Cover the cartridge cavity with the storage cap
(see Step 10) when the instrument is not being
used and when transporting the PortaCount Fit
Tester.
1. Make certain the PortaCount Fit Tester is turned off.
2. Remove the alcohol cartridge from the PortaCount Fit Tester by
twisting it counter-clockwise.
3. Open the alcohol fill capsule by twisting the storage cap off
(counter-clockwise).
4. Set the storage cap and alcohol cartridge down on a clean
surface to prevent contamination.
5. Open a 30-ml bottle of alcohol. Invert the bottle and insert the
nozzle end into the alcohol fill capsule as far as possible to make
certain alcohol is not inadvertently sprayed anywhere except into
the capsule.
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Fill
Line
6. Squeeze alcohol into the alcohol fill capsule. When 30-ml is
added to an empty alcohol fill capsule, the alcohol level will rise to
the fill-line when the wick is inserted.
7. Recap the empty alcohol bottle immediately.
8. Make certain the alcohol cartridge is clean and insert the alcohol
cartridge into the alcohol fill capsule. Turn the capsule clockwise
until it locks in place.
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9. Set the alcohol fill capsule down and wait at least two minutes
while the alcohol wick inside the alcohol cartridge soaks up the
maximum amount of alcohol.
10. Remove the alcohol cartridge from the capsule and gently shake
it to allow excess alcohol to drip back into the alcohol fill capsule.
Stop when excess alcohol is no longer dripping; it is not
necessary to wait until the outside surface of the alcohol cartridge
is dry.
11. Insert the alcohol cartridge into the cartridge cavity of the
PortaCount Fit Tester. It should slide in with little effort; do not
force it. As you approach full insertion, firmly twist the alcohol
cartridge clockwise until it locks into position.
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12. Recap the alcohol fill capsule with the storage cap to prevent
absorption of moisture from ambient air and the escape of alcohol
vapors.
13. The PortaCount Fit Tester is now ready to be turned on.
14. When shutting down for the day, return the alcohol cartridge to
the alcohol fill capsule and put the storage cap back into the
cartridge cavity.
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