Edaphic Scientific ESCM-191, User Manual

Page 1: ...H4 Sampling Data Logger Model Covered ESCM 191 WARNING Install our complimentary GasLab software before connecting your CO2 Meter product s to your computer Failure to do so may affect the ability for GasLab to detect your sensor Save sensor information for future reference Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date ...

Page 2: ...complimentary GasLab software before connecting your CO2Meter product s to your computer Failure to do so may affect the ability for GasLab to detect your sensor If this happens please follow the instructions shown in the USB Driver Installation Instructions section on page 18 of this manual ...

Page 3: ... 9 DETECTOR PRINCIPAL 9 OPERATION GUIDE 9 CONNECTING METER 10 LOGGING DATA 10 FOR EACH LOGGING SESSION 10 SETUP 11 SAMPLING DATA LOGGING 11 SETTINGS 11 DISPLAY SETTINGS 11 PORT SETTINGS 11 TIME DATE SETTINGS 12 LOGGING SETTINGS 12 DATA LOGGING CONFIGURATION 12 QUICK START GUIDE 13 CALIBRATION 13 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE 15 APPENDIX 16 METER SPECIFICATIONS 16 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 17 USB DRIVER INSTAL...

Page 4: ...NNECTING METER TO A COMPUTER 3 Use only the included power supply to operate this meter Inappropriate voltage supply could cause irreparable damage to this device 4 Do NOT use rechargeable AA batteries 5 Duracell brand AA Alkaline batteries are recommended 6 Do not store the meter with the AA Alkaline batteries installed to prevent the potential for battery leakage 7 Make sure that the tubes are s...

Page 5: ... will allow free flow of sampled air while keeping moisture out of the meter A 10 000 hour pump is also available at the time of purchase Note Please contact our technical support staff for more details about these or any other accessories GasLab Software IMPORTANT MAKE SURE TO INSTALL SOFTWARE BEFORE CONNECTING YOUR SENSOR TO YOUR COMPUTER Minimum System Requirements To utilize our free software ...

Page 6: ...asLab software first to ensure that the proper driver necessary for the sensor is installed on your computer before connecting the sensor Figure2 GasLab download page Internet Explorer 11 shown Follow the steps and instructions prompted by your computer s operating system Make sure you have administrator privileges in order to install this program NOTE We strongly recommend allowing GasLab to inst...

Page 7: ...riod is 2 minutes Sampling data loggers log data for a specified period of time and store up to 60 000 data points to its internal memory to be retrieved at a later time for analysis When combined with our GasLab software it allows you to see data in real time on your computer s screen Its built in 1 000 hour 10 000 hour optional sampling micro pump ensures reliable operation for persistent readin...

Page 8: ...CO2 CH4 Sampling Data Logger User s Manual 21 April 2015 PAGE 8 of 19 ...

Page 9: ...t The optics in this dual sensor insures good selectivity of these two gases as well as a long service life Operation Guide Make sure you read through these instructions thoroughly before using the meter This guide will help you become more familiar with the meter in order to be as productive as possible in a short period of time Please read the Important Safeguards on page 4 before continuing IMP...

Page 10: ...connected to your computer the operating system will install the necessary USB drivers as shown in Figure 4 This process could take a few minutes Figure 4 USB Driver Installation Logging Data Once the GasLab software has been installed and the meter is connected to the computer you can gather data in a variety of ways Data can be collected in real time data logs can be downloaded from the meter s ...

Page 11: ...g interval and real time clock In order to initialize data logging functionality the unit MUST be connected to the computer with data logging switched to OFF and the GasLab software started Once the unit has been connected click on the Configure Sensor button in the GasLab interface set the data logging interval and pump periods as desired We recommend leaving the pump interval to the default 5 se...

Page 12: ...val to read and collect the correct reading according to the application Data Logs Will take you where the logs are and you can see the data storage on your device and display it graphically in the same window Data Logging Configuration These meters feature an internal memory capable of storing data when not attached to a personal computer These units will allow you to simultaneously read and stor...

Page 13: ...ging models turn logging ON by pressing the LOG switch once Once the sampling process is completed data can be downloaded to your computer using our GasLab software Calibration These meters are factory calibrated with multiple gas concentration reference points and have been verified to be accurate within its specific functionality before shipment However if they are severely jolted or otherwise m...

Page 14: ...nd connecting the meter to a computer Open the calibration screen in the GasLab software Click the CALIBRATE button in the calibration tab for the desired gas located in the CONFIGURE SENSOR screen As long as the gas concentration is stable the unit should instantly reflect the calibrated value This can be confirmed by watching the LCD display on the unit To see the calibration value in real time ...

Page 15: ...a sample Write down this value as the before value 4 Click the CALIBRATE ZERO or CALIBRATE SPAN button after selecting your calibration gas 5 Wait 25 seconds again This time the meter will take a sample and use this data to adjust zero values The displayed measurement will show the new calibration value 0 or depending on method used 6 Disconnect the calibration gas and wait 25 seconds All displaye...

Page 16: ... Time 30 sec General Warm up Time 90 sec Life Expectancy 15 years Maintenance Interval No maintenance required Data Logging Data Points 60 000 Programmable Interval Data Date time CO2 CH4 Pump Characteristics Max Flow STP 0 40 liters min Max Vacuum 150 mbar Max Pressure 500 mbar Max System Pressure 1 atm 1 bar Power Batteries Four 4 AA sized Alkaline Input Voltage 6 VDC Current Consumption 0 5 W a...

Page 17: ... logs again The display is blue or showing error The meter s EEPROM has been corrupted Improper power supply Please email our technical support for further assistance The GasLab software doesn t start 1 Your software might be out of date Update your software online at our website or by clicking on the CHECK FOR UPDATES under the Help menu Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requiremen...

Page 18: ...ab If you have multiple sensors you should only have to perform this procedure once the operating system will automatically find the driver for all the other sensors Support The quickest way to obtain technical support is via email Please send all support inquires to info edaphic com au Please include a clear concise definition of the problem and any relevant troubleshooting information or steps t...

Page 19: ...normal use during the warranty period a RMA Return Material Authorization number must be obtained from Edaphic Scientific Pty Ltd After the item is received Edaphic Scientific Pty Ltd will repair or replace the item at our discretion To obtain a RMA number email us info edaphic com au If we determine that the product failed because of improper use water damage dropping tampering electrical damage ...