PCE Instruments PCE-RCM 8 Particle Counter User Manual

User Manual for PCE Instruments models including: PCE-RCM 8 Particle Counter, PCE-RCM 8, Particle Counter, Counter

user manual particle counter PCE-RCM 8

PCE Instruments

PDF user manual particle counter PCE-RCM 8

Download Manual

Home | ADK Instruments

File Info : application/pdf, 8 Pages, 346.49KB

man-particle-counter-pce-rcm-8-en

Englis h

User Manual
PCE-RCM 8 Particle Counter
User manuals in various languages (français, italiano, español, português, nederlands, türk, polski,
, ) can be found by using our product search on: www.pce-instruments.com
Last change: 5 May 2020 v1.0
© PCE Instruments

Contents 1 Safety notes ........................................................................................... 1 2 Delivery contents .................................................................................. 2 3 Specifications ........................................................................................ 2 4 Device description ................................................................................ 3 5 Operation ............................................................................................... 3
5.1 Display modes.................................................................................................................. 3 5.2 Menu................................................................................................................................ 3
6 Battery level ........................................................................................... 4 7 Contact................................................................................................. 5 8 Disposal ................................................................................................. 5
© PCE Instruments

1 Safety notes
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.
· The device must only be used as described in this instruction manual. If used otherwise, this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
· The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative humidity, ...) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
· Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations. · The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel. · Never use the instrument when your hands are wet. · You must not make any technical changes to the device. · The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner,
no abrasives or solvents. · The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent. · Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not
use the device. · Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres. · The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under
any circumstances. · Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to
the user. We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual. We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business. If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at the end of this manual.
© PCE Instruments 1

2 Delivery contents
1x particle counter PCE-RCM 8 1x micro USB recharger cable 1x user manual

3 Specifications

Measuring function

Measurement range

PM 1.0

0 ... 999 µg/m³

PM 2.5

0 ... 999 µg/m³

PM 10

0 ... 999 µg/m³

HCHO

0.001 ... 1.999 mg/m³

TVOC

0.001 ... 9.999 mg/m³

Temperature

-10 ... 60 °C, 14 ... 140 °F

Humidity

20 ... 99 % RH

Air quality index

Measuring rate

Accuracy

Sensor technology

±15 % ±15 % ±15 % ±15 % ±15 %

Laser scattering Laser scattering Laser scattering Electrochemical sensor Semiconductor sensor

±15 %

±15 % 0 ... 500

1.5 s

Display

LC display 320 x 240 pixels

Power supply

Built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery 1000 mAh

Dimensions

155 x 87 x 35 mm

Storage conditions Weight

-10 ... 60 °C, 20 ... 85 % RH approx. 160 g

4 Device description
1. Power / OK / Menu key 2. Up key 3. Switch / Down key 4. Exit / Back key 5. USB interface for charging
5
1 3
2 4
5 Operation
To turn on the meter, press and hold the Power key for a few seconds. To turn off the meter, press and hold the Power key for some time again. Important: The measurement starts as soon as the meter has been switched on. The measurement cannot be stopped while the meter is on.
5.1 Display modes To change the display mode, press the Up or Down key. You can choose between four different display modes. The display switches off automatically after approx. 20 minutes. The power off function cannot be deactivated. 5.2 Menu To enter the menu, briefly press the Power / Menu key. To exit the menu, press the Exit / Back key. In the menu, you have six options. To access one of them, select a menu item with the Up or Down key and open it with the Power / OK key.
© PCE Instruments 3

5.2.1 System Set
In the menu item "System Set" you can make some general settings. Use the Up/Down keys to select the desired setting, use the Power / OK key to confirm your selection. To exit the menu item, press the Exit key.

Temp Unit: Alarm HTL: Clear Log: Off Time:
Style: Language: Brightness: Buzzer Set:

You can select °C or °F.
Here you can set an alarm limit for the HCHO value.
Select "clear" to reset the data memory. You can select "never", "30 min", "60 min" or "90 min" to determine when the meter turns off automatically.
You can select different background colours. You can select "English" or "Chinese". You can set a display brightness between 10 % and 80 %.
The key sounds can be activated or deactivated.

5.2.2 Time Set
Here you can set the date and time. Use the Up and Down keys to adjust the respective value. Use the Power / OK key to move to the next item.

5.2.3 History
In the "History", 10 data records are automatically saved at regular intervals. The data records can be reset in the settings. The recording then starts again.

5.2.4 Actual Data
Here you can see real-time values of formaldehyde and the mass of volatile organic compounds in the environment. The air quality is determined from these values below.

5.2.5 Calibration
A HCHO calibration is recommended at regular intervals to ensure the accuracy of the measurement results. Select "HCHO Calibration" with the Up and Down keys, confirm with the OK key and hold the device in the outside air. Press the OK key again to start the calibration. The meter performs a calibration automatically.

You also have the possibility to set a correction value of the sensors. To do so, select a sensor with the Up and Down keys and confirm the selection by pressing the OK key. You will be asked again whether you want to change the settings. You can continue with the OK key or cancel the procedure with the Exit key.

6 Battery level
The battery status is indicated by green bars in the top right-hand corner of the display. The device can be charged via the USB interface. If the device is used continuously, it can also be charged permanently.

7 Contact
If you have any questions, suggestions or technical problems, please do not hesitate to contact us. You will find the relevant contact information at the end of this user manual.
8 Disposal
For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose. In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law. For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations. If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.
© PCE Instruments 5

PCE Instruments contact information

Germany
PCE Deutschland GmbH Im Langel 4 D-59872 Meschede Deutschland Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 0 Fax: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 29 info@pce-instruments.com www.pce-instruments.com/deutsch
Germany
PCE Produktions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH Im Langel 26 D-59872 Meschede Deutschland Tel.: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 471 Fax: +49 (0) 2903 976 99 9971 info@pce-instruments.com www.pce-instruments.com/deutsch
The Netherlands
PCE Brookhuis B.V. Institutenweg 15 7521 PH Enschede Nederland Telefoon: +31 (0)53 737 01 92 info@pcebenelux.nl www.pce-instruments.com/dutch
United States of America
PCE Americas Inc. 711 Commerce Way suite 8 Jupiter / Palm Beach 33458 FL USA Tel: +1 (561) 320-9162 Fax: +1 (561) 320-9176 info@pce-americas.com www.pce-instruments.com/us

France
PCE Instruments France EURL 23, rue de Strasbourg 67250 Soultz-Sous-Forets France Téléphone: +33 (0) 972 3537 17 Numéro de fax: +33 (0) 972 3537 18 info@pce-france.fr www.pce-instruments.com/french
United Kingdom
PCE Instruments UK Ltd Unit 11 Southpoint Business Park Ensign Way, Southampton Hampshire United Kingdom, SO31 4RF Tel: +44 (0) 2380 98703 0 Fax: +44 (0) 2380 98703 9 info@pce-instruments.co.uk www.pce-instruments.com/english
China
PCE (Beijing) Technology Co., Limited 1519 Room, 6 Building Zhong Ang Times Plaza No. 9 Mentougou Road, Tou Gou District 102300 Beijing, China Tel: +86 (10) 8893 9660 info@pce-instruments.cn www.pce-instruments.cn
Turkey
PCE Teknik Cihazlari Ltd.ti. Halkali Merkez Mah. Pehlivan Sok. No.6/C 34303 Küçükçekmece - stanbul Türkiye Tel: 0212 471 11 47 Faks: 0212 705 53 93 info@pce-cihazlari.com.tr www.pce-instruments.com/turkish

Spain
PCE Ibérica S.L. Calle Mayor, 53 02500 Tobarra (Albacete) España Tel. : +34 967 543 548 Fax: +34 967 543 542 info@pce-iberica.es www.pce-instruments.com/espanol
Italy
PCE Italia s.r.l. Via Pesciatina 878 / B-Interno 6 55010 Loc. Gragnano Capannori (Lucca) Italia Telefono: +39 0583 975 114 Fax: +39 0583 974 824 info@pce-italia.it www.pce-instruments.com/italiano
Hong Kong
PCE Instruments HK Ltd. Unit J, 21/F., COS Centre 56 Tsun Yip Street Kwun Tong Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: +852-301-84912 jyi@pce-instruments.com www.pce-instruments.cn

References

Microsoft Word 2016