TSI Alnor 5815, 5825 Operating Manual

ENERGY AND COMFORT

Ventilation Testing

DP-CALCTM

Micromanometer

Model 5815

Operation and Service Manual

Copyright©

TSI Incorporated / May 2007 / All rights reserved.

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months, or the length of time specified in the operator's manual, from the date of shipment to the
customer. This warranty period is inclusive of any statutory warranty. This limited warranty is
subject to the following exclusions:
a. Hot-wire or hot-film sensors used with research anemometers, and certain other

components when indicated in specifications, are warranted for 90 days from the date of
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Service Policy

Knowing that inoperative or defective instruments are as detrimental to TSI as they are to our
customers, our service policy is designed to give prompt attention to any problems. If any
malfunction is discovered, please contact your nearest sales office or representative, or call
Customer Service department at [phone] (USA) or (1) 651-490-2811 (International).

CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION ............

CHAPTER 2 SETTING-UP................................................................. 3

Supplying Power to the Model 5815 DP-CALC Micromanometer ...3

Installing the Batteries ............................................................... 3

CHAPTER 3 OPERATION .................................................................5

Keypad Functions ...........................................................................5

CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE............................................................7

Recalibration...................................................................................7

Cases..............................................................................................7

Storage ...........................................................................................7

CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................. 9

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS..................................................... 11

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Chapter 1

Unpacking and Parts Identification

Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories from the shipping
container. Check the individual parts against the list of components below. If
anything is missing or damaged, notify TSI immediately.

1. Carrying case

2. Instrument

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Chapter 2

Setting-up

Supplying Power to the Model 5815 DP-CALC Micromanometer

The Model 5815 is powered with four size AA batteries.

Installing the Batteries

Insert four AA batteries as indicated by the diagram located on the
inside of the battery compartment. The Model 5815 is designed to
operate with either alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries, although it
will not recharge NiMH batteries. Battery life will be shorter if NiMH
batteries are used. Carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended because
of the danger of battery acid leakage.

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Chapter 3

Operation

Keypad Functions

ON/OFF Key

ft/min / m/s Key

in H2O / Pa / hPa /
kPa / mm HG Key

0 Key

Changing Units

Press to turn the Model 5815 on and off. During
the power up sequence the display will show the
following: Model Number, Serial Number,
Software Revision and Last Date Calibrated.

Pressing this key changes the display to read air
velocity, converted from.

Pressing this key changes the display to read
differential pressure.

Pressing the 0 key zeroes the pressure
measurement.

To change units, first put the desired measurement
(air velocity or temperature) on the display. Then
press and hold the left, unlabelled key for five
seconds. Finally, use the
select the units.

ST and ENTER key to

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Chapter 4

Maintenance

The Model 5815 DP-CALC Micromanometer requires very little maintenance
to keep it performing well.

Recalibration

To maintain a high degree of accuracy in your measurements, we
recommend that you return your Model 5815 to TSI for annual recalibration.
Please contact one of TSI’s offices or your local distributor to make service
arrangements and to receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number. To fill out an online RMA form, visit TSI’s website at

http://service.tsi.com.

U.S. & International

TSI Incorporated
500 Cardigan Road
Shoreview MN 55126-3996
Tel: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]

Cases

If the instrument case or storage case needs cleaning, wipe it off with a soft
cloth and isopropyl alcohol or a mild detergent. Never immerse the
Model 5815. If the enclosure of the Model 5815 becomes broken, it must be
replaced immediately to prevent access to hazardous voltage.

Storage

Remove the batteries when storing the unit for more than one month to
prevent damage due to battery leakage.

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Chapter 5

Troubleshooting

Table 5-1 lists the symptoms, possible causes, and recommended solutions
for common problems encountered with the Model 5815. If your symptom is
not listed, or if none of the solutions solves your problem, please contact
TSI.

Table 5-1: Troubleshooting the Model 5815

Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action

No Display Unit not turned on Switch unit on.
Low or dead batteries Replace batteries.
Dirty battery contacts Clean the battery

contacts.
Velocity reading
fluctuates unstable
Instrument Error
message appears

The pressure sensor is protected from damage up to 7 psi (48 kPa or
360 mmHg). At higher pressure it can burst!

Fluctuating flow Reposition probe in

less-turbulent flow.

Fault in instrument Factory service required

on instrument.

WARNING!

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Appendix A

Specifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Static/Differential Pressure:

1

Range

: -15 to +15 in. H2O (-28.0 to +28.0 mm Hg, -3735 to

+3735 Pa)
Accuracy: ±1% of reading ±0.005 in. H
Resolution: 0.001 in. H

Velocity From a Pitot Tube:

2

Range

: 250 to 15500 ft/min (1.27 to 78.7 m/s)

3

Accuracy

: ±1.5% at 2000 ft/min (10.16 m/s)

O (1 Pa, 0.01 mm Hg)

2

Resolution: 1 ft/min (0.1 m/s)

Instrument Temperature Range:

Operating (Electronics): 40 to 113°F (5 to 45°C)
Storage: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C)

Instrument Operating Conditions:

Altitude up to 4000 meters
Relative humidity up to 80% RH, non-condensing
Pollution degree 1 in accordance with IEC 664
Transient over voltage category II

O (±0.01 mm Hg, ±1 Pa)

2

External Meter Dimensions:

3.3 in. × 7.0 in. × 1.8 in. (8.4 cm × 17.8 cm × 4.4 cm)

Meter Weight:

Weight with batteries: 0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)

Power Requirements:

Four AA-size batteries (included)

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Overpressure range = 7 psi (190 in. H2O, 360 mmHg, 48 kPa).

2

Pressure velocity measurements are not recommended below 1,000 ft/min (5 m/s) and are

best suited to velocities over 2000 ft/min. Range can vary depending on barometric
pressure.

3

Accuracy is a function of converting pressure to velocity. Conversion accuracy improves

when actual pressure values increase.

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