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TIGER SELECT

Instrument User Manual V1.1

PhoCheck

rt Number: 861489

PhoCheck TIGER Select

Ion Science Ltd

This manual describes the function and operation of the TIGER Select
instrument.

It is a supplement to the standard Phocheck Tiger manual (Part number:

861265) and should be used together with the standard manual.
Please read and understand both user manuals completely before

operating the TIGER Select instrument.

About this Manual

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Contents Page

About this Manual 1
Contents 2
Statements 3

Responsibility for use 3
Caution 3
Quality Assurance 3
Disposal 3
Calibration Facility 3

Ion Science Contact Details 3
Introduction to PhoCheck TIGER Select 4
Getting Started 5
Understanding the Display Screen 6

Start up screens 6

Soft Key areas 6
Using your TIGER Select 7

TIGER Select mode 8-9
TIGER PC Software 10
Maintenance 11-12

Calibration 11

Probes 12
TIGER SELECT Parts 13-14

Main Assembly 13

Front End Filter Assembly 14
Accessories Please refer to Tiger Manual
Instrument Warranty and Service Please refer to Tiger Manual
Technical Specification 15
Manual History 16

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Ion Science Ltd

UK Head Office

Ion Science Ltd
The Way,
Fowlmere
Cambridge
SG8 7UJ
UK

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ionscience.com

USA Office

Ion Science Americas LLC
33 Commercial Drive
Waterbury
VT 05676
USA

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: info@ionscience-

americas.com

Web: www.ionscience.com

German Office

Ion Science Messtechnik
GMBH
Laubach 30
Metmann-Neandertal
40822
GERMANY

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Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.ism-d.de

Statements

RESPONSIBILITY FOR USE

Inadequate performance of the gas detection equipment described in this manual may not necessarily
be self-evident and consequently equipment must be regularly inspected and maintained. Ion Science
recommends that personnel responsible for equipment use institute a regime of regular checks to
ensure it performs within calibration limits, and that a record be maintained which logs calibration check
data. The equipment should be used in accordance with this manual, and in compliance with local
safety standards.

LEGAL NOTICE

Whilst every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual, Ion
Science accepts no liability for errors or omissions, or any consequences deriving from the use of
information contained herein. It is provided "as is" and without any representation, term, condition or
warranty of any kind, either express or implied. To the extent permitted by law, Ion Science shall not be
liable to any person or entity for any loss or damage which may arise from the use of this manual. We
reserve the right at any time and without any notice to remove, amend or vary any of the content which
appears herein.

!CAUTION!
It is essential that the PhoCheck TIGER is always used with a supplied PTFE 0.5 micron filter fitted to
the front of the instrument. Without a filter, particles of debris and dust can be drawn into the detector
inhibiting the function of the instrument. These filters are consumable and should be changed after
every 100 hours of use. The frequency of replacement should be increased for dusty or moisture
laden environments. Filters are available from your distributor or at www.ionscience.com .

Quality Assurance

PhoCheck TIGER has been manufactured in compliance with ISO9001:2000, which ensures that the
equipment supplied to our customers has been designed and assembled reproducibly, from traceable
components, and leaves Ion Science calibrated to stated standards.

Disposal

Dispose of PhoCheck TIGER, its components and any used batteries in accordance with all local and
national safety and environmental requirements. This includes the European WEEE (Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment) directive. Ion Science Ltd offers a take back service. Please contact us for
more information. The PhoCheck TIGER field case material is recyclable polypropylene.

Calibration Facility

Ion Science Ltd offers a calibration service including the issue of certification confirming calibration
with equipment traceable to national standards. A PhoCheck TIGER calibration kit is available from
your distributor or service centre or at www.ionscience.com . Ion Science recommends annual return
of all instruments for yearly service and calibration.

Ion Science Contact Details

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Introduction to PhoCheck TIGER Select

Benzene vapour is carcinogenic. Benzene is a constituent of certain types of fuel, and used as a
solvent, and in the production of a wide range of chemicals and plastics.

PID technology can easily detect Benzene vapour as well as many of other volatile organic
compounds.

The Tiger Select uses a combination of a ultraviolet and chemical filtering to deliver a response to
Benzene free from interferents.

When the Select upgrade is activated, data logging, H&S mode and ppb automatically become
available.

At start up a specific Select screen appears however the instrument initially runs like a standard Tiger.
When in Select mode the instrument takes control over many of the standard features.

The Tiger Select uses a standard 10.6 eV lamp and a selective 10 eV filter incorporated in the
pellet/stack.

The lower eV output prevents sensing many of the gases co-present in Benzene containing
atmospheres.

10.0eV 10.6eV

The Tiger Select starts up in normal running mode.
Ion Science recommend operating the instrument in the working environment for 10 to 15 minutes

before use. This allows the tubes and instrument to acclimatize and ensures the best results.
Ion Science suggest that the TIGER Select is calibrated before each use and a new PID-Pre –Filter

Tube is used.
With no tube fitted, the customer can check the general VOC level, if there are no VOC's present then

no tube test is required.

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Getting started

The TIGER Select has all the features and functions of the standard TIGER instrument with the
additional feature of Benzene detection using the PID-Pre-Filter Tube in TIGER Select mode..

This manual describes the operation of the TIGER in the TIGER Select mode indicated by the following
symbol.

When first turned on, the TIGER Select will run through a start up routine as described below in
‘Understanding the display screen’. The TIGER Select will then run in standard mode with all the
standard TIGER functions. All standard functions are described in the Standard TIGER manual (part
number 861265).

When in TIGER Select mode the instrument will default to the Benzene calibration.

PID-Pre-Filter Tube for Benzene.

The PID-Pre-Filter Tube is used in a specifically designed way with the TIGER Select. The instructions
supplied with the tubes do not affect the operation of the TIGER Select.

Please note:

1. If your TIGER Select has just been calibrated please ensure that a new PID-Pre-Filter Tube is
used when in TIGER Select mode.

2. A 10eV filter Pellet is fitted to the TIGER Select is used for Benzene and Isobutylene detection.
To revert to the full standard TIGER function with the whole range of gases the 10eV filter
should be replaced with a standard 10.6eV pellet. Ensure that the 10.6eV lamp is selected from
the Tiger PC Software. A custom calibration should then be carried out.

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