SKC 575-005 User Manual

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Operating Instructions

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SKC Ethylene Oxide Passive Sampler

Cat. No. 575-005

The SKC Ethylene Oxide Passive Sampler is a small ready-to-use sampler that
provides superior collection of ethylene oxide (EtO) without the use of a sample
pump. SKC has scientifi cally validated the sampling rate for EtO and other critical
parameters of the SKC Ethylene Oxide Passive Sampler to meet OSHA/ANSI/ISEA
requirements. The SKC Ethylene Oxide Passive Sampler contains the same sorbent
that is specifi ed in active OSHA Method 1010.

Performance Profi le

Sorbent/Amount: Anasorb® 747 coated with hydrobromic acid, 500 mg

Housing material: Nylon

Diameter: 1.4 in (3.5 cm)

Length:

(including clip) 2.5 in (6.3 cm)

Depth: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)

Concentration range: 0.1 to 4 ppm

Analysis: Solvent desorption, Gas Chromatography/Electron Capture

Shelf-life: 18 months at < 39.2 F (4 C)

Storage: Before use: Store at < 39.2 F (4 C).

A er use: Store at < 39.2 F (4 C) for up to 3 weeks.
Expedited shipping is recommended.

Do not store with food.

Sample time: Validated for 15-min and 8-hr occupational exposure

Sampling rate: 21.2 ml/min

Detector (GC/ECD)

sampling

Sampling

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1. Remove sampler from sealed pouch. Retain
and set aside all other parts, including the
desorption effi ciency tube(s).

2. Write the start time, date, and a user-assigned
sampler ID number on the label on the back of
the sampler.

3. Remove the lock, cap, and O-ring from the
sampler and set aside. Clip sampler to worker’s
clothing in the breathing zone. Ensure small
holes are facing out.

Note: Sample the entire workshi to obtain a true 8-hour exposure. If breaks/lunch
are part of the 8-hour workday or occur in the work area, samplers may remain
sampling. If desired, the sampler can be removed for breaks/lunch and sealed with
the provided cap. When the worker returns to the work area, replace the sampler on
the worker’s clothing and remove the cap. Note the times the sampler is removed
from and placed back on the worker to ensure accurate air volumes.

4. At the end of the desired sampling period,
unclip the sampler from worker clothing.
Push the O-ring, cap, and lock (removed
during Step 3) onto the side of the sampler
containing the holes.

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5. Write the stop time on the label on the back of
the sampler.

6. Carefully package the sampler and all other
parts and send to an AIHA-accredited
laboratory for analysis. If using an in-house
laboratory, refer to the analysis instructions
included in this package.

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Storage

Before use: Store at < 39.2 F (4 C).
A er use: Store at < 39.2 F (4 C) for up to 3 weeks.

SKC recommends expedited shipment of samples.

Do not store with food.

Analysis

Solvent desorption, Gas Chromatography/Electron Capture Detector (GC/ECD)

See Analysis Instructions at www.skcinc.com/instructions/37009.pdf.

Validation

The SKC Ethylene Oxide Passive Sampler has Full validation. Full validation
means that it has passed all NIOSH Partial validation protocol and factorial
study, including interfering compounds. This is the most rigorous test and in­cludes all parameters aff ecting sampling accuracy.

For compliance sampling, it is recommended that only those passive samplers
with agency, Full, or Bi-level validation be used. Passive samplers with lower
validation levels should be used only if verifi ed by sorbent tube methods.

References

Yost, C., Validation of Ethylene Oxide Using the SKC 575-005 Diff usive Sampler, SKC
Publication 1543, June 2000, available at www.skcinc.com

SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy

SKC products are subject to the SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy, which
provides SKC’s sole liability and the buyer’s exclusive remedy. To view the com­plete SKC Limited Warranty and Return Policy, go to h p://www.skcinc.com/
warranty.asp.

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Ordering Information

Description Cat. No. Qty.
Ethylene Oxide Passive Sampler, contains 500 mg

Anasorb 747 coated with hydrobromic acid

Desorption Effi ciency Tubes for 575-005 Samplers 575-051 10

575-005
575-005A
575-005C

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25

500

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