Industrial Scientific Ventis 17154524-1 Field Manual

Field
Guide

Setup, Operation, and Service

Edition 8

May 14, 2018

Part Number: 17154524-1

Industrial Scientific Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA USA
Industrial Scientific Co., Ltd. Shanghai, China
© 2016, 2017, 2018 Industrial Scientific Corporation
All rights reserved. Published 2018.
Revision 10

www.indsci.com/ventis/vsp

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Contents

Tables and Figures .................................................................................................................... iii

General Information ................................................................................................................................... 1

Guidelines for using a motorized pump and sampling line .......................................................... 3

Product overview ....................................................................................................................... 4

Installation ................................................................................................................................................. 4

Power source ............................................................................................................................................ 4

Sample draw ............................................................................................................................................. 4

Hardware overview .................................................................................................................... 7

Setup, Operation, and Service ................................................................................................... 7

Pump setup ............................................................................................................................................... 7

Instrument installation and removal ........................................................................................................... 8

Pump test and operation ........................................................................................................................... 9

Shutting down ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Service .................................................................................................................................................... 10

Door Installation and removal ............................................................................................................. 10

Battery ................................................................................................................................................ 10

Water barrier ....................................................................................................................................... 10

Exhaust filter or audible alarm filter ..................................................................................................... 10

Alarms ......................................................................................................................................11

Warranty ...................................................................................................................................12

Limitation of Liabilit y ................................................................................................................................ 12

Contact Information ...................................................................................................................13

Tables and Figures

Table 1.1 Certifications .................................................................................................................................. 1

Table 1.2 Warnings and cautionary statements ............................................................................................. 2

Table 1.3 Minimum sample time for common sample-line lengths ................................................................ 3

Table 1.4 Compatibilities ............................................................................................................................... 5

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General Information

Table 1.1 Certificat ions

Range

ATEX¹

Ex ia I Ma and Ex ia IIC T4 Ga;

EN 60079-0:2012: +A11:2013

-20 °C to +50 °C

CSA²

Class I, Division 1, Group A B C D, T4

CSA C22.2 No. 152

-20 °C to +50 °C

GOST- EAC

0 Ex ia IIC T4 Х

GOST R 51330.0,

-20 °C to +50 °C

Each Ventis Slide-on Pump is certified by one or more certifying bodies (CBs). Certifications for the
Ventis™ Slide-on Pump, at the time of this document's publication, are listed below in Table 1. To
determine the hazardous-area classifications for which a pump is certified, refer to its label or the product
order.

Certifying
Body (CB)

Area Classifications Standards Approved

Temperature

Equipment Group and Category: I M1 and II 1G;

EN 60079-11: 2012

(-4 °F to +122 °F)
EN 60079-26: 2007
EN 50303: 2000

Ex ia IIC T4

CSA C22.2 No. 157

(-4 °F to +122 °F)
CSA C22.2 No. 60079-0
CSA C22.2 No. E60079-11

PO Ex ia I X

GOST R 51330.10,

(-4 °F to +122 °F)
GOST R 51330.20,
GOST 24032,
GOST 14254

IECEx³ Ex ia IIC T4 Ga IEC 60079-0: Sixth Edition

IEC 60079-11: Sixth Edition

-20 °C to +50 °C

(-4 °F to +122 °F)
IEC 60079-26: Second Edition

INMETRO Ex ia IIC T4 Ga — -20 °C to +50 °C

(-4 °F to +122 °F)

UL Class I, Division 1, Groups A B C D, T4;

Class I, Zone 0, AEx ia IIC T4 Ga;
Class II, Group F G (Carbonaceous and Grain

Dust)

China Ex Ex ia IIC T4 Ga GB 3836.1-2010,

UL 913 8th Ed.
UL 60079-0 6th Ed.
UL 60079-11 6th Ed.
CSA C22.2 No. 157

GB 3836.4-2010,

-20 °C to +50 °C

(-4 °F to +122 °F)

-20 °C to +50 °C

(-4 °F to +122 °F)
GB 3836.20-2010

¹

The EC type examination cer tificate is DEMKO 12 ATEX 1204290 with marking code Ex ia I Ma and Ex ia IIC T4 Ga for equipment group and category II 1G and
I M1.
¹The model Ventis Slide-on Pump (VSP) complies with relevant provis ions of European ATEX directive 2014/34/EU and EMC directive 2014/30/EU. The VSP is
constructed with reference to published standards of directive 2014/35/EU, to el iminate electrical ris ks and fulfill 1.2.7 of ANNEX II of directive 2014/34/EU.
²The VSP is CSA certified according to th e applicable CSA standards for use in Class I, Division 1 and Class I, Zon e 0 hazardous locat io ns withi n an am bie nt
temperature range of Tamb: -20 °C to +50 °C.
³The IECEx examination certificate is IECEx UL 12.0021 with marking code Ex ia IIC T4 Ga for hazardous locations with an ambient temperatur e range of Tamb:

-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ +50 °C.
³The charging cont act parameters are: Um = 6.2V; Ii = 1.3A.

Table 1.2 Warnings and c autionary statements

IECEx

Read and understand the manual before use. Failure to perform certain procedures or note certain conditions may
impair the performance of this product.

When sample tubing is connected to the pump and the pump is powered on, it continues to draw sample air even if
the pump door is open. This can cause an unsafe condition. Remove the sample tubing from the pump inlet or power
off the pump before opening the pump door.

When the pump is powered on and no instrument is installed, the pump continues to draw sample air. This can cause
an unsafe condition. Power off the pump before removing the instrument.

Service the pump and replace or charge the battery packs only in an area known to be nonhazardous. Not for use in
oxygen- enriched atmospheres.

Battery contacts are exposed on battery packs when they are removed from the instrument. Do not touch the battery
contacts and do not stack battery packs on top of each other.

Insert the alkaline batteries with the correct positive (+) and negative (-) orientation. The Ventis Slide-on Pump is
approved for use with the AAA alkaline battery types Energizer EN92 and Duracell MN2400 only. Do not mix battery
types; when replacing alkaline batteries, replace each and every battery.

Replace battery packs with these part numbers only.
IECEx: 17148313-1, 17134453-X1, 17138041, or 17150608.

Alkaline battery pack part numbers 17150608 and 17138041 are only approved for use with three AAA battery types
Duracell MN2400 and Energizer EN92. Replace all batteries at the same time.

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Guidelines for usi ng a mot orized p ump an d samp ling lin e

Table 1.3 Minimum sample time for common sample-line lengths

Sample-line

Base time

+

Sample-line-length

=

Minimum sample time

When sampling with a motorized pump and sampling line, Industrial Scientific recommends the following:

• Choose the tubing type based on the target gases. If the target gases are known, use Teflon-lined

tubing when sampling for these gases: chlorine (Cl2), chlorine dioxide (ClO2), hydrogen chloride (HCl),
and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). For other known target gases, urethane tubing or Teflon-
lined tubing may be used.
When the target gases are unknown, us e Tef lon-lined tubing.

• Know the length of the sample line as it is a factor in determining sampling time. A sample line may

consist of tubing, a probe, or a probe and tubing. It should also have a dust filter–water stop installed
at the line's end that will extend into the sample area. Sample-line length is defined as the distance
from the dust filter–water stop opening to the point where the line connects to the pump's inlet. Ensure
sample-line length does not exceed the pump's maximum draw.

• Before and after each air sample, perform a test of the full sampling line.

o Use a thumb to block the end of the sampling line at the water-stop opening. This should

cause a pump-fault alarm.

o Remove the thumb from the water-stop opening. After the alarm cycle completes, the pump

should resume normal operation.

Note: If a pump fault does not occur, check and correct for cracks or other damage, debris, and proper installation in
these areas: the sampling line and its connections, the pump's inlet cap and inlet barrel, and the dust filter-water stop
items at the end of the sampling line and inside the pump inlet barrel.

• Based on sample-line length, calculate the minimum time recommended for the air sample to reach

the instrument's sensors. As shown in Table 3, use a base time of 2 minutes, and add 2 seconds for
each 30 cm (1 ') of line length. Watch the display screen for gas readings and, if present, allow them
to stabilize to determine the reading.

length

3.05 m (10 ') 2 min

6.10 m (20 ') 2 min

9.14 m (30 ') 2 min

12.10 m (40 ') 2 min

15.24 m (50 ') 2 min

18.29 m (60 ') 2 min

21.34 m (70 ') 2 min

24.38 m (80 ') 2 min

27.43 m (90 ') 2 min

30.48 m (100 ') 2 min

(minutes)

+

(20 ' x 2 s) = 02:40

+

(30 ' x 2 s) = 03:00

+

(40 ' x 2 s) = 03:20

+

+

+

+

+

+

+

factor

(10 ' x 2 s) = 02:20

(50 ' x 2 s) = 03:40
(60 ' x 2 s) = 04:00
(70 ' x 2 s) = 04:20
(80 ' x 2 s) = 04:40
(90 ' x 2 s) = 05:00

(100 ' x 2 s) = 05:20

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(mm:ss)

Product overvi ew

The Ventis Slide-on Pump is an in-field attachable and in-field removable pump. This enables the use of a
single compatible instrumet for both personal monitoring (diffusion) and confined space applications
(aspirated).

Installation

The pump’s spring-assisted, hinged door is opened and secured closed by the body-mounted latch;
therefore, no tools are needed for instrument installation or removal. The pump also allows for the
installation of a clip-equipped instrument.

Power source

The pump is powered by its own battery and it does not draw power from the instrument battery. When
using Li-ion battery packs, the pump and instrument batteries should be charged separately.

Sample draw

50 feet. Flow rate (nominal): .27 liters per minute (LPM).

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Table 1.4 Compatibilities

Item

Part number

Item

Notes

Instruments Varies Ventis Pro Series, Ventis MX4 Diffusion unit only

“X” denotes color where 0= black and 1=orange. “Y” denotes approvals where 1 = ATEX , CSA, IECEX, and UL; and 5 = INMETRO.

Use of the VSP may result in sensor readings
that are within ± 5% of their published
accuracy specifications; sensor T90 response

times may increase by 10 seconds.
Pump Door 17157329-X Door Ventis Pro; Ventis MX4
17154396* Door Ventis MX4; MX4 iQuad
Tubing Kit 18109206-XX Air-sample tubing kit

(Teflon-lined)

18109207-XX Air-sample tubing kit

(Urethane)

If the target gases are known, use Teflon-

lined tubing when sampling for these gases:

chlorine (Cl

), chlorine dioxide (ClO2),

2

hydrogen chloride (HCl), and volatile organic

compounds (VOCs). For other known target

gases, urethane tubing or Teflon-lined tubing

may be used.

When the target gases are unknown, use

Teflon-lined tubing.
Batteries 17134453-XY Li-ion battery kit** Run time is 18 hours at 20º C; recharge time

is 3 to 5 hoursª.
17148313-Y Extended range Li-ion battery pack** Run time is 36 hours at 20º C; recharge time

is 3 to 7.5 hoursª.
17151184-XY Cover For use with Extended Range Lithium-ion

battery pack.
17154577-XY Alkaline battery kit** Includes pack, batteries, and cover. Run

time: 10 hours at 20º C (typical)ª

Chargers 18108191 Single-unit charger —
18108209 Single-unit charger with datalink —
18108650-A 6-unit charger —
18108651 12VDC Single-unit automotive

With plug

charger

18108652 12VDC Single-unit truck-mount

With plug

charger

18108653 12VDC Single-unit truck-mount

Hard wired

charger

*MX4 iQuad can only be used with pump door 17154396.
**Ships with pump as ord ere d.
ªBattery run-times are typical for operatio n at room temperature

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Hardware overv iew

Feature

Feature

Part number

Power-on and -off button
Inlet cap and tubing nipple 17129909

Visual alarm (pump)

—

Audible alarm (with filter)

90dB (typical)

Water barrier (inside inlet

barrel; not shown)
Power status indicator
Battery status indicator and

battery charge indicator

Door latch —
Visual alarm (instrument) Door 17157329

Door latch closed Door latch open Pump cradle

NOTE: If any ordered item is missing or appears to have been damaged, contact a local distributor of ISC products or ISC (See” Contact Information”).
— indicates part is not fiel d replaceable. See “Contact Information” to locate an ISC Service Center.

Exhaust with
exhaust filter

Wrist strap
(not shown)

17154581-5 (filter)

17152395

—

17154853-5 (filter)

17128737

Setup, Operation, and Ser vice

Pump setup

WARNING: This task must be completed in an area known to be nonhazardous.

1. Attach the battery to the upper portion of the pump case
back; the battery contacts align with the top of the
pump. Tighten the battery’s four captive screws to a
torque setting of .39 Newton-meters (55 ounce-inch).

2. To attach the wrist strap to the pump: thread the shorter
strap loop through the pass-through on the back of the
pump. Thread the longer strap loop through the shorter
loop, pull it to tighten.

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Tip. The battery charge indicators are:

• Solid green indicates charging is complete.

• Blinking green indicates charging is in progress.

3. Charge the pump in a compatible charger (single-unit
charger shown). The pump’s orientation is contact-side
down so its battery contacts touch the charger’s contact
pins.

Instrument installation and removal

1. To open the door,
move the
its open position.

latch up to

2. Check for and clear the
pump inlet, door
openings, exhaust filter,
and audible alarm filter
(see inset photo), of any
dirt or debris.

• Blinking amber indicates a charge fault.

3. To install the instrument, place it in the pump cradle at a
slight angle; the instrument top meets the cradle top.

4. Press down on the instrument to secure it in the cradle.

NOTE: Remove the instrument in a similar fashion by pulling it
up from and out of the pump.

5. To close the pump door, lower it and hold it closed.
Move the latch to its closed position to secure the door.

6. After installing the instrument and before taking an air
sample, perform a pump test.

Tip. To prevent damage to or loss of the door, transport
or store the pump with its door closed and latched.

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Pump test and operation

Shutting down

To power off the pump, press and hold the pump power button
shutdown.

1. Power on the pump: press and hold the power button
for three seconds. The pump will emit a series of audio
and visual indicators as it goes through the start-up
sequence. When the pump’s power status LED turns
green, it is ready for use.

2. Check the pump’s battery status indicator.

• Solid green indicates the battery’s charge level is
between 50% and 100%.

• Solid amber indicates the battery’s charge level is at
50% or less.

• A blinking amber light with audible beep indicates a
critically low battery; the battery’s remaining charge will
operate* the pump for less than one hour.

3. Attach one end of the sample tubing to the pump inlet’s
nipple. Use a compatible water stop at the other end of
the sampling line.

*Operation at room temperature.

4. Use a thumb to block the end of the sampling line at
the water-stop opening. This should cause a pump­fault alarm.

Remove the thumb from the water-stop opening. After
the alarm cycle completes, the pump should resume
normal operation.

Note: If a pump fault does not occur, check and correct for
cracks or other damage, debris, and proper installation in
these areas: the sampling line and its connections, the
pump's inlet cap and inlet barrel, and the dust filter-water
stop items at the end of the sampling line and inside the
pump inlet barrel.

. The audible indicator will sound five times before complete

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Service

Door Installation and removal

Battery

Top peg to
hinge

Spring coil
Bottom peg t o

hinge

1.

2.

3.

4.

5. Reattach the cap and

Power off the pump.
Open the door.
To remove the door,

lightly press it past the
full open position.

Water barrier

A wire extends from the spring coil

located inside the covered hinge. To
attach the door, ensure the wire
rests on the inside of the door.
Press the door’s flexible pegs into
the pump case grooves located
above and below the covered hinge.

WARNING: This task must be completed in an
area known to be nonhazardous.

1. Power off the pump.

2. To remove the battery from the pump, loosen
its four captive screws.

3. Attach the battery to the pump case back;
align the battery contacts with the top of the
pump. Tighten the battery’s four captive
screws to a torque setting of .39 newton­meters (55 ounce-inch).

1. Power off the pump.

2. Turn the pump inlet cap
counterclockwise to
remove.

Exhaust filter or audible alarm filter

1. Using a pair of tweezers,
peel off the audible
alarm filter (shown) or
the exhaust filter and
discard.

3. Remove the water barrier from the inlet barrel.

4. Place the new water barrier inside the inlet barrel; the
side with the larger filter surface should face the
instrument operator.

NOTE: The pump will not operate without a water barrier.

2. Lift to remove a new
filter from the pack.

3. Place the filter on the alarm (or exhaust) adhesive side
down. Press and hold for five seconds to ensure the
adhesive is activated.

turn clockwise to
tighten.

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Alarms

Alarm type and indicators

Possible causes

Recommended actions

Battery failure

System alarm

Pump flow fault

Charge fault

The following table describes the types of alarms that may occur when using the pump. Indicators, possible
causes, and recommended actions are described for each alarm type. For additional assistance in
resolving any alarm condition, see an on-site supervisor or contact ISC Technical Support (see “Contact
Information”).

• Audible alarm beeps on and off
continually.

• Battery status LED blinks amber
continually.

• Audible alarm turns on.

• Each LED blinks twice.

• Audible alarm turns off.

• The above sequence repeats

continuously.

• Audible alarm turns on.

• Each LED blinks once.

• Audible alarm turns off.

• The above sequence repeats

continuously.

The battery pack can no longer operate
the pump unit.

There is system level fault. Check the inlet barrier for blockage.

The pump nipple, inlet barrel, water
barrier, exhaust (inside pump cradle),
or sample tubing is blocked.

Charge or replace the battery pack.

See an on- site supervisor or contact
ISC Technical Support (see “Contact
Information”).

Check for debris at the pump nipple,
inside the inlet barrel, at the water
barrier, inside the pump cradle, and in
the tubing. Attempt to clear any
blockage.

If the condition persists, the filter or the
tubing may need to be replaced.

• Battery status LED blinks amber
continually.

The pump unit is not properly seated in
the charger or the battery is alkaline
and cannot be charged.

The battery temperature is outside the
allowable temperature range for
charging.

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Remove the pump from the charger.
Redock a Li-ion powered pump.

Allow the battery to reach a
temperature that is within the allowable
range for charging.

Warranty

Industrial Scientific Corporation's Ventis™ Slide-on Pumps are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for a period of two years after purchase. This warranty includes the pump and the battery
pack as shipped with the Ventis™ Slide-on Pump.

Filters are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 18 months from date of
shipment, or one year from date of first use, whichever occurs first, except where otherwise stated in writing
in Industrial Scientific literature.

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