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Calibration and Auditing Procedures
Precalibration System Check
Procedures for the precalibration system check are as follows:
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Place a filter into the MiniVol sampler filter holder and attach the filter holder assembly to the sampler. (Filters used for flow rate calibrations should not be used for subsequent sampling.)
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Turn on the sampler and allow it to warm up to full operating temperature (at least 2 minutes).
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While the sampler is running, depress and hold the reset button. (This allows the sampler to continue to run without tripping the low flow shut-off circuit.) Close off the inlet using the palm of your hand. Observe the rotameter, if there are no leaks the rotameter should drop to zero and remain there.
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Verify that the transfer standard calibration equation is current and traceable to an acceptable primary standard.
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Adjust manometer or Magnehelic® gage to read zero, and connect to the pressure tap on MiniFlo transfer standard. Note: Magnehelic® gage is sensitive to the position it is in when zeroed (vertical or horizontal). Maintain this position when taking readings.
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