TSI Alnor VelociCalc 9555 Operating Manual

ENERGY AND COMFORT

Ventilation Testing

VELOCICALC

Air Velocity Meter

Model 9555 Series

Operation and Service Manual

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TSI Incorporated / 2007-2008 / All rights reserved.

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Seller warrants the goods sold hereunder, under normal use and service as described in the
operator's manual, shall be free from defects in workmanship and material for twenty-four (24)
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
shipment.

b. Parts repaired or replaced as a result of repair services are warranted to be free from

defects in workmanship and material, under normal use, for 90 days from the date of
shipment.

c. Seller does not provide any warranty on finished goods manufactured by others or on any

fuses, batteries or other consumable materials. Only the original manufacturer's warranty
applies.

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with respect to, and shall have no liability in connection with, goods which are
incorporated into other products or equipment, or which are modified by any person other
than Seller.

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LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY may not be amended, modified or its terms
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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 ............1

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

Supplying Power to the Model 9555 Series ...................................3

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

Using the Optional AC Adapter ................................................. 3

Using The Telescoping Probe ........................................................3

Extending The Probe................................................................. 3

Retracting The Probe ................................................................3

Connecting the Optional Bluetooth Portable Printer....................... 4

Connecting to a Computer.............................................................. 4

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

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

Common Terms .............................................................................. 5

Menus .............................................................................................6

DISPLAY SETUP................................................................................. 6

PRESSURE ZERO............................................................................... 6

SETTINGS.........................................................................................6

FLOW SET UP....................................................................................6

ACTUAL/STANDARD SETUP ................................................................ 7

DATA LOGGING ................................................................................. 7

Measurements...........................................................................7

Log Mode/Log Settings .............................................................7

Delete Data................................................................................ 8

% Memory .................................................................................8

APPLICATIONS .................................................................................. 8

Printing Data Using the Portable Printer ........................................8

TRAKPRO™ Data Analysis Software ............................................... 8

CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE............................................................9

Recalibration...................................................................................9

Cases..............................................................................................9

Storage ...........................................................................................9

CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING................................................ 11

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS..................................................... 13

APPENDIX B DIP SWITCH SETTINGS...........................................17

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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

3. Static pressure tip

4. Rubber tubing

5. USB cable

6. CD-ROM with downloading software

7. AC adapter

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Chapter 2

Setting-up

Supplying Power to the Model 9555 Series

The Model 9555 V
two ways: four size AA batteries or the AC adapter.

Installing the Batteries

Insert four AA batteries as indicated by the diagram located on the
inside of the battery compartment. The Model 9555 is designed to
operate with either alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries. Battery life
will be shorter if NiMH batteries are used. If NiMH batteries are used
the DIP switch will need to be changed. Refer to Appendix B,

Switch Settings. Carbon-zinc batteries are not recommended because of

the danger of battery acid leakage.

Using the AC Adapter

When using the AC adapter, the batteries (if installed) will be bypassed.
Be sure to provide the correct voltage and frequency, which is marked
on the back of the AC adapter.

Using The Telescoping Probe

The telescoping probe contains the velocity, temperature, and humidity
sensors. When using the probe, make sure the sensor window is fully
exposed and the orientation dimple is facing upstream.

ELOCICALC Air Velocity Meter can be powered in one of

DIP

NOTE: For temperature and humidity measurements, make sure that at
least 3 inches (7.5 cm) of the probe is in the flow to allow the temperature
and humidity sensors to be in the air stream.

Extending The Probe

To extend the probe, hold the handle in one hand while pulling on the
probe tip with the other hand. Do not hold the cable while extending the
probe as this prevents the probe from extending.

Retracting The Probe

To retract the probe, hold the handle in one hand while gently pushing
on the probe tip with the other hand. If you feel the probe antenna
binding, pull gently on the probe cable until the smallest antenna section
is retracted. Collapse the rest of the antenna by pressing the probe tip.

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