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Draeger-Tube® and PumpTraining Program
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DisclaimerThis visual presentation is intended to help theuser understand and correctly use theDraeger-Tube & Pump System It is not intendedto substitute for any specific instruction sheetsprovided with the tubes and the pump.IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TOREAD AND UNDERSTAND ALL MANUALSAND INFORMATION PROVIDED WITH THETUBES AND THE PUMP!Pictures may not represent actual applicationscenarios, but are merely provided for illustrationpurposes.
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What are Dräger-Tubes?Dräger tubes are glasstubes filled with achemical indicator.The chemical indicator isdesigned to produce acolor change when an airsample containing thatspecific substance orsubstances are pulledthrough the tube. Examples of
tube types
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Parts of the Tube
Dräger
Water Vapor 1/b
n=
2
15
10
5
3
1
Airflow directional arrow
Tube nomenclature indicates gas to be measured
Determine reading using the length of color stain
Number of pump strokesBatch: ARHM - 0111
(Aim towards pump inlet)
Quality control batch number
8101781
Part number
Hermetically-sealed glass tube housing
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What is a Dräger accuro Pump?The Dräger accuro pumpis the device used todraw a calibrated 100 mlof air sample through theDräger-Tube.
Draeger accuro pump
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Parts of the Pump
Ceramic TubeOpener
Counter ResetButton
End-of-StrokeIndicator
Pump Inlet Socket
Stroke Counter
Metal Tip Breaker
Wrist Strap
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Taking a MeasurementReset the counter on the pump to zero bydepressing the reset button using a penor unbroken tube.
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Taking a MeasurementBreak the tips of the detector tube.
Deluxe Tube Opener Cutter on Pump
1 Twist to score2 Push to clip tip
Scrape to score Bend against cutter to break
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Taking a MeasurementBreak the tips of the detector tube.
Metal Tip Breaker
Insert the tube tip and bend to break each tip.CAUTION: The metal tip breaker will cause jagged glass tips
Metal TipBreaker
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Insert the tube into the pump inlet withthe arrow pointing toward the pump.
Taking a Measurement
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Grip the pump according to the photo.Compress the bellows completely (strokecounter will advance), then release yourgrip; the air sample begins to be pulled through the tube.
Taking a Measurement
End of stroke indicatoris dark when pump isunder vacuum.
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Wait for the end ofstroke indicator topop up (white).
Signifies completion ofthe stroke
Take the requirednumber of strokesaccording to theinstructions
The time per stroke willvary based on thespecific tube used
Taking a Measurement
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Remove the tube from thepump at the end of the laststroke and read the tubeimmediately (unless theinstructions specify otherwise)
Taking a Measurement
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Reading Draeger-Tubes
Read the total length ofthe discoloration
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Reading Draeger-Tubes
If the discolorationbecomes progressivelylighter, read to thepoint where the faintestdiscoloration is justvisible.
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Reading Draeger-Tubes
If the indication is adistinct diagonal acrossthe length of the tube,read to the midpoint.
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Tips for Reading Draeger-Tubes
Adequate lighting - no direct sunlightHold tube against light coloredbackgroundCompare with an unused tube
Using a light background like a white sheetof paper and comparing with an unused tubewill enhance the color distinction
ppm
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Operating InstructionsDraeger-Tube HandbookDraeger VOICE
DO NOT assume that the measuring range is linear forall sample volumes!
Extending the Measurement Range
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W A R N I N G !!Draeger detector tubes and gas detection pumpsare designed and calibrated as a unit.
Interchanging Dräger pumps and tubes with othermanufacturer’s products is not recommended norpermitted according to OSHA regulations
The American National Standard for gas detectortube units, ANSI/ISEA 102-1990, “Short Term Typefor Toxic Gases and Vapors in WorkingEnvironments” was reaffirmed for five years onNovember 3, 1998. The new reference for thestandard is ANSI/ISEA 102-1990 (R1998).
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Short-term Tube Nomenclature
Acetone 100/b (100 - 12,000 ppm)Calibrated gas / vapor to be detected
This tube is calibrated for acetoneOther ketones (MEK, MIBK) are alsoindicated, but the sensitivity may differrequiring a correction factor
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Short-term Tube Nomenclature
Acetone 100/b (100 - 12,000 ppm)Typically indicates the first scale mark orlowest concentration for the standardrange
Information to extend the range to measurehigher or lower concentrations may befound in the instructions, the handbook, orVOICE
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Short-term Tube Nomenclature
Acetone 100/b (100 - 12,000 ppm)Indicates the latest revision to enhancethe properties of the tube
The letter designation is typically lowercaseLower case: 5” tubesUpper case: 8” tubes
– e.g. Hydrogen Sulfide 0.2%/A
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Short-term Tube Nomenclature
Acetone 100/b (100 - 12,000 ppm)Specifies standard measuring range
Generally in units of ppmOther units for various gases or vapors:
– Vol.%, mg/m3, mg/L, lbs/mmcfTubes calibrated in Vol.% are an exceptionand show “%” in the name
– e.g. Oxygen 5%/C
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Information on Front of Box
Part NumberBatch / Lot NumberTotal Number of Tests(10, 9, 8, 5)Measuring RangeISO 9001
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Information on Back of Box
Storage Temperature (25 °C / 77 °F)Keep tubes below 77° F, but donot freeze!
Expiration DateDo not use expired tubes fortesting!Shelf life of most Draeger-Tubes is24 months
JUL 04U.S.A.
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Draeger SupportVOICE™ database software
VOICE 4.0, now on Draeger.netDraeger-Tubes / CMS HandbookDetector Tube CatalogsTechnical Product DataTraining CDs
DDraegerSafety
Pump & TubeTraining CD
DSI Training ©2001Rev: 0
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Additional Questions?Draeger is always happy toassist you with any additionalquestions you have regardinguse of Draeger-Tubes®.Please call us toll free:800/922-5518 in the USA877/372-4371 in CanadaTo contact us online:
www.draeger.netTo Run Draeger’s Voice®
Software Click the link below:www.draeger.com/voice