Sartorius 16757, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...1000045639 Operating Instructions Original Operating Instructions MD8 Airport 16757 Air Sampler ...

Page 2: ...nt 7 3 Device Description 8 3 1 Device Overview 8 3 1 1 Adapter 8 3 1 2 Filter Holder 8 3 1 3 Air Inlet 9 3 2 Air Sampling 9 3 2 1 Filtration Method 9 3 2 2 Impaction Method 9 3 3 Controlling the Air Flow Rate 9 4 Operating Design 10 4 1 Operating Display 10 4 2 Menu Structure 11 4 3 Navigating the Menus 11 5 Installation 12 5 1 Equipment Supplied 12 5 2 Selecting an Installation Site 12 5 3 Unpac...

Page 3: ... Maintenance 20 9 1 Cleaning 20 9 2 Disinfecting 20 9 3 Maintenance Schedule 21 10 Malfunctions 22 10 1 Error Messages 22 10 2 Malfunctions 22 11 Decommissioning 23 11 1 Decommissioning the Device 23 12 Storage and Shipping 23 12 1 Storage 23 12 2 Returning Device and Parts 23 13 Disposal 24 13 1 Information on Decontamination 24 13 2 Dispose of Device and Parts 24 13 2 1 Information on Disposal 2...

Page 4: ...rk processes They understand the hazards which may arise when working with the device and know how to prevent them They have been trained in the operation of the device The training is carried out by the operating engineer laboratory manager or by the operator of the device Operator The operator of the device is responsible for compliance with safety requirements and workplace safety regulations T...

Page 5: ...ired action Describes actions which must be carried out y Result Describes the result of the actions carried out Text inside brackets refer to operating elements Figures on the Operating Display The figures on the operating display of the device may deviate from those in these instructions ...

Page 6: ...r the operating conditions described in the Technical Data section of these instructions Modifications to the Device You may not modify or repair the device or make any technical changes Any retro fitting or technical changes to the device are only permitted with prior written permission from Sartorius 2 2 Significance of these Instructions Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can hav...

Page 7: ...upply or power cord must be replaced Contact Sartorius Service Do not repair or modify the power supply or power cable 2 5 Conduct in an Emergency If there is immediate danger of personal injury or equipment damage e g due to malfunctions or dangerous situations take the device out of operation immediately t Disconnect the device from the power supply t Have any malfunctions repaired immediately b...

Page 8: ...rface when operated horizontally 5 Manufacturer s ID label Position of the manufacturer s ID label 6 Power socket For connecting the AC adapter power supply 7 Air inlet Takes in the air for analysis Holds the adapter for the filter holder or culture media plate 3 1 1 Adapter A filter holder adapter or culture media plate adapter is required when using the device The adapter holds the filter holder...

Page 9: ...ransferred to a suitable culture medium and incubated once the air sampling is complete Following incubation the number of culture forming units per cubic meter of air cfu m3 can be calculated from the number of colonies growing on the culture medium in relation to the volume of air sampled 3 2 2 Impaction Method In the Andersen Principle impaction method a defined volume of air is sucked through ...

Page 10: ...esignation Description 1 Status display Displays current operating data or system settings of the device 2 Operating status Switches the device on Starts stops an operation 3 Increase value Increases the value of a displayed parameter 4 Decrease value Decreases the value of a displayed parameter 5 Menu display Opens a menu 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 11: ...eration The value can be adjusted in 5 liter steps Service program Software V 4 0 Displays the software version of the device Language Changes the menu language of the operating display Switch off time Changes the automatic switch off time of the device LCD contrast Changes the contrast of the operating display Calibration F act K Displays the calibration parameter F act Current actual frequency o...

Page 12: ... tested see Chapter 14 2 Page 25 Setup surface Stable and level surface Sufficient space for the device for space requirements see Chapter 14 1 Dimensions and weight Page 25 Sufficient load bearing for the device for weight see Chapter 14 1 Dimensions and weight Page 25 Access to parts relevant to operation Convenient and safe 5 3 Unpacking Procedure t Unpack the device t If the device is stored t...

Page 13: ...quirements The AC adapter is connected to the device Procedure t WARNING The use of defective power cords may lead to serious injury Check the power cord for damage e g cracks in the insulation t Check that the power cord has the correct power plug for the installation site t If required Contact Sartorius Service t Connect the AC adapter to the power supply 6 3 Calibration and Adjustment Sartorius...

Page 14: ...s the Menu display button t Select the language you require by pressing the Increase value or Decrease value buttons 7 2 2 Setting Automatic Switch off Time The device switches itself off automatically when it reaches the specified switch off time Procedure t To switch to the Switch off time menu Press the Menu display button t Select the switch off time you require by pressing the Increase value ...

Page 15: ...vice has now exited the Service menu 7 4 Parameter List Main menu Parameter Configuration values Explanation Air flow rate 10 L min When using gelatin membrane filters 20 L min 30 L min 50 L min 125 L min For use with culture media plates only Sampling volume automatic settings 25 L 50 L 100 L 250 L 500 L 750 L 1000 L Sampling volume manually adjustable 10 2000 L Adjustable in 5 L steps Service me...

Page 16: ...ter Holder or Culture Media Plate 8 2 1 Inserting a Filter Holder Air sampling using the filtration method requires the use of a filter holder and filter such as a gelatin membrane filter Unsuitable filters and filters from other manufacturers may have characteristics that are not appropriate for the device such as being too dense This can cause processes to abort Requirements The suitability of t...

Page 17: ...uirements The device is switched on Procedure t Press the Menu display button y The battery status is displayed 8 4 Setting Measurement Parameters Changes to the measurement parameters are saved automatically The measurement parameters of the last operation will remain stored after the device is switched off 8 4 1 Setting Sampling Volume The sampling volume determines what volume of air passes thr...

Page 18: ...perating display shows the current air flow rate and the set sampling volume y Once the set sampling volume has been reached y The device stops the operation automatically y The operating display shows the air flow rate and the set sampling volume of the last operation 8 5 2 Starting the Device with a User defined Sampling Volume Requirements The sampling volume has been set The air flow rate has ...

Page 19: ...the operation Press the Menu display button y The remaining time is displayed t To display the battery status Press the Menu display button y The battery status is displayed 8 8 Removing a Filter Holder or Culture Media Plate Requirements The measurement process is complete Procedure t Remove the filter holder or culture media plate from the adapter t If no further operations are to take place Rem...

Page 20: ... device If the device has come into contact with corrosive gases Contact Sartorius Service t NOTICE Corrosion or damage to the device due to unsuitable cleaning agents t Do not use corrosive chloride containing and aggressive cleaning agents t Do not use cleaning agents that contain abrasive ingredients e g scouring agents steel wool t Do not use solvent based cleaning agents t Wipe off the housin...

Page 21: ... into contact with corrosive gases Contact Sartorius Service t NOTICE Inappropriate disinfectants can cause corrosion damage or discoloration to the housing blinding and can tarnish the film on the display Use only approved disinfectants see Chapter 14 7 Approved Cleaners and Disinfecting Agents Page 27 t To disinfect the device Wipe the housing clean with a cleaning cloth moistened with disinfect...

Page 22: ...om the adapter Insert a suitable filter holder and filter charge Battery e press The operation is aborted Battery voltage is too low Press the Operating status button Charge the battery 6 2 13 An operation with the filter used was started at an air flow rate of 125 L min Press the Operating status button Set an appropriate air flow rate for the filter 7 4 15 charge Battery e press alternating at i...

Page 23: ...ck to Sartorius Returned devices must be clean decontaminated and packed in their original packaging Transport damage as well as measures for subsequent cleaning and disinfection of the device or parts by Sartorius shall be charged to sender WARNING Risk of injury due to contaminated devices Devices contaminated with hazardous materials NBC contamination will not be accepted for repair or disposal...

Page 24: ...by Sartorius for repair or disposal 13 2 Dispose of Device and Parts 13 2 1 Information on Disposal The device and the device accessories must be disposed of properly by disposal facilities The device contains a battery Batteries must be disposed of properly by disposal facilities The packaging is made of environmentally friendly materials that can be used as secondary raw materials The consumable...

Page 25: ...led areas Clean room class C D 2003 94 EG Temperature Operating C 4 40 Storage and transport C 4 45 Relative humidity At temperatures of up to 31 C 80 Decreasing linearly at temperatures from 31 C to 45 C 40 Electromagnetic compatibility according to DIN EN 61326 1 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC requirements Part 1 Interference resistance Suitable for use in in...

Page 26: ... 1 max m above sea level 5000 Power cord Power cord according to DIN EN IEC 60320 1 C14 Country specific 3 pin two sided plug Connector according to DIN EN IEC 60320 1 C14 3 pin Other data See label on AC adapter 14 3 2 Battery Unit Value Type NiMH Power supply Only via Sartorius adapter Voltage V 16 8 Capacity mAh 3800 Battery charge time from empty approx h 4 5 Operating Duration At an air flow ...

Page 27: ...Unit Value Acoustic pressure level at measuring distance of 1 m dB A 56 Acoustic pressure level measured at the device dB A 80 14 6 Approved Consumables Filter Type Gelatin membrane filter Culture media plate Type BACTair culture media plate 14 7 Approved Cleaners and Disinfecting Agents Unit Value Isopropanol 70 Ethanol 70 Dismozon Dismozon is a registered trademark of Bode Chemie GmbH 1 ...

Page 28: ... 3 17528 80 BZD Sterile individually packaged label on innermost packaging 3 17528 80 VPD BACTair culture media plate Culture media plate with CASO agar sterile individually packaged 1 14320 110 ACD Culture media plate with Sabouraud agar sterile individually packaged 3 14321 110 ACD Cover for sealing culture media plate sterile individually packaged 1 1ZPX D0002 16 Sartorius Service Sartorius Ser...

Page 29: ...Operating Instructions MD8 Airport 29 Conformity 17 Conformity 17 1 EU Declaration of Conformity The attached Declaration of Conformity hereby confirms compliance of the device with the directives cited ...

Page 30: ... feminine forms are used to facilitate legibility in these instructions and always simultaneously denote the other gender as well Copyright notice This instruction manual including all of its components is protected by copyright Any use beyond the limits of the copyright law is not permitted without our approval This applies in particular to reprinting translation and editing irrespective of the t...