APCEM CO2 Monitor Operating Instructions
Product Overview
Thank you for selecting the APCEM desktop CO2 monitor. It is smart, compact and easy-to-use. In addition to measuring the CO2 concentration,
The APCEM can also measure the ambient temperature and the relative humidity. This product is developed to detect the presence of CO2 in ambient air
and help plants to grow well. The APCEM can be used in greenhouse, hydroponics room and other place where plants need to grow well.
Features:
The built-in Data logger can store 48 sets of CO2 and temperature and RH in the past 24 hours; one log per 30 minutes.
Max/Min mode can record the maximum and minimum concentration of CO2 since the device has been last turned on.
The RCFS Mode can recover the original factory settings after the CO2 device has been recalibrated, altered, or damaged.
1. Enter Button
2. Down Button
3. Up Button
4. Mode Button
5. LCD display
6. Red LED Display (<300ppm)
7. Yellow LED Display (300-1300ppm)
8. Green LED Display (>1300ppm)
9. Gas Entry Hole
10. Power inlet
11. RJ45 socket (only for factory use)
APCEM CO2 Monitor
Mode Functions
There are several Modes which can be adjusted by user. These modes are ALTI Mode, OUTSIDE Mode, CALI Mode, LOG Mode, MinMax Mode, and RcFS Mode
in sequence
.
ALT I
Compensate the pressure
changes with appropriate
altitude of location when
measure
OUTSIDE
Modify the outside CO2
concentration for calculating
the ventilation rate
CALI
Calibrate the sensor while the
reading deviates from the
actual CO2 concentration
LOG
Show the past CO2,
Temperature and RH records
in the past 24 hours
MaxMin
Show the Max and Min CO2
reading before being cleared
or after Power On
RcFS
Recover the factory setting to
cancel customize setting
Safety Instructions
Warning: Your safety is very important to us .To ensure to use the product correctly and safely, we would like to draw your attention to read the warning and entire User Manual
before using the product. These are important safety information and should be observed at all times.
1. Please handle the devices lightly, do not subject the product to impact or shock.
2. Do not immerse the product in water. Water can cause electric shock, fire or malfunction which may result in damage.
3. Do not keep the product in a hot and moist environment. Keep the product away from the heat source or near water.
4. Please use only the included power adaptor. Improper power adaptor or power sources can cause serious damage to the product, or result in injury or death to the user.
Caring for product
To ensure you receive the maximum benefit from using this product, please observe the follow guidelines.
1. Cleaning Disconnect the power before clean. Use a damp cloth. Do not use the liquid cleaning agent, such as benzene, thinner or aerosols.
2. Repair----Do not attempt to repair the product or modify the circuitry by yourself. Please contact with the local dealer or a qualified repairman if the product needs servicing.
3. Air circulation---The vents allow the air circulation liquid for measurement of the CO2 concentration and the ventilation should not be blocked.
Customize Settings
When the power has been connected, the APCEM CO2 monitor will begin to work. In order to meet your personal requirements, it is advisable to set up the customizing
parameters.
WarmUp: It lasts approximately 1min before WARM UP disappears; all MODE functions will not response during warm up.
Temperature (C/F) RH and Ventilation Rate:
1. Press up/down to select the temperature, RH and ventilation rate modes.
2. When pressing up button, the LCD display sequence is Temp C -> Temp F -> Vent Rate lps -> Vent Rate cfm/p
When pressing down button, The LCD display sequence is reverse.
*Note: Temp C refers to Temperature in Celsius; Temp F refers to Temperature in Fahrenheit. Vent Rate lps refers to Liter Per Second; Vent Rate cfm/p refers to
Cubic Feet Per Minute.
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Using the ALTI mode:
1. Press Mode,the ALTI icon flashes.
2. Press Enter, ALTI shows on the display, press the mode button to alter between the m( meter) and ft(feet).
3. Adjust altitude (step=100m/500ft) by up/down button.
4. Press Enter again to save the data.
Using the OUTSIDE mode:
1. Press Mode, the OUTSIDE icon flashes.
2. Press Enter, shows OUTSIDE, CO2 and ppm flashes. Press the Up/Down to adjust the data.
3. Press Enter to save the setting. After the modification, the VENT Rate will change.
*Note: Ventilation rate represents how much air is introduced into the indoor space from outside. Low numbers indicate low ventilation rates and potentially poor air quality.
High levels indicate excessive ventilation and potential excessive energy usage. To obtain an accurate measurement, reading should be taken 2~3 hours after
occupancy has stabilized in a space or at a peak in daily CO2 concentrations. For indoor air quality control, CO 2 value is an indicator of ventilation rate. 400ppm (Parts
Per Million) is the default CO2 concentration outside according to ASHRAE: American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineers.
Using the CALI (calibration) mode:
1. Press Mode, The CALI icon flashes.
2. Press Enter, the CALI icon on the display. Adjust the CO2 reading by Up/Down button.
3. Press Mode for more than 10sec,CALIBRATING flashes. Calibration will be done automatically after about 3 minutes and the LCD will display Pass or Fail.
If it shows Fail, please try again.
Using the LOG mode:
1. Press Mode, LOG icon flashes.
2. Press Enter, CO2 reading and Temperature show on the LCD.
3. Press Up/Down to page up/down the reading.
*Note: With the Built-in Datalogger, the APCEM can provide the past CO2, temperature and RH reading within the past 24 hours. The log interval is 30 minutes per data.
APCEM is connected with power and used for the first time. If the working time is more than 30 minutes, the APCEM will have CO2, RH and temperature
reading in datalogger, if the working time is less than 30 minutes, the LCD will display NULL while using the LOG function.
Using the MAX MIN mode:
1. Press Mode, the MAX MIN icon flashes.
2. Press Enter, the MAX and MIN CO2 reading alternatively shows.
3. Press Down and the CLr will flash on the LCD. Press Enter to CLEAR the MAX and MIN record.
*Note: With the Built-in MAX MIN mode, the APCEM can provide the Maximum and Minimum CO2 readings since the device has last been turned on. If users press up/down to
clear the MAX and MIN CO2 reading record, the APCEM will provide the new MAX and MIN CO2 reading from that time.
Using the RcFS Mode:
1. Press Mode, The RcFS icon flashes.
2. Press Enter, the icon no shows on the LCD, Press the Up/Down to select the no/yes.
3. After selecting, press Enter to save the setting.
*Note: If the user sets the data or calibrates the the APCEM incorrectly, use the RcFS (recover the factory Setting) to come back the default factory setting.
Dimensions
APCEM CO2 Monitor
Inch [mm]
SPECIFICATIONS
Method - NDIR
Display - LCD
Independent CO2, RH and Temperature readings. Calculates and Displays Ventilation Rates
Sample Method - Diffusion or flow through (50 ~200 ml/min)
CO2, Temperature & RH Specification:
CO2 Specification
Measurement Range
0-3,000 ppm display
Display Resolution
1ppm at 0~1,000ppm; 5ppm at 1,001~2,000ppm; 10ppm at 2,001~3,000ppm
Accuracy
0~2,000ppm: 70 ppm or 5% of reading, whichever is greater; over 2000ppm: +/-7%
Temperature Dependence
Typ. 0.2% of reading per C or 2 ppm per C, whichever is greater, referenced to 25C
Pressure Dependence
0.13% of reading per mm Hg (Corrected via user input for altitude)
Repeatability
20 ppm @ 400ppm
Response Time
About 2min for 63% of step change
Warm-Up Time
<60 seconds at 22C
Zone LED Display
Red:<300ppm; Yellow:300~1300ppm;Green: >1300ppm
Temperature Specification
Temperature Range
0C to 50C (32F to 122F)display
Display Resolution
0.1C (0.1F)
Display Options
C/F
Response Time
20-30 minutes (case must equalize with environment)
Accuracy
1C( 2F) When the fan blows to the device directly, the accuracy of temperature is + / -1.5 degC
RH Specification
Operating Conditions
Measurement Range
20%-90% RH
Operating Temperature
0C to 50C (32F to 122F)
Display Resolution
1%RH
Humidity Range
0 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
Accuracy
5%RH@23C
Storage Conditions
Response time:
<5 min for 63% of step change
Storage Temperature
-20C to 60C( -4F to 140F)
Power Supply
Power Supply
100 ~ 240 VAC 50 / 60 Hz
6 VDC from external AC/DC adapter which is included in package (Use specified AC adapter only)
Fault Codes & Troubleshooting Guide
This section includes a list of Frequently Asked Questions for problems you may encounter with the APCEM CO2 Monitor.
Fault Icon
Description of the fault
Suggested Actions
The ambient temperature has exceeded the operating
temperature range 0C to 50C (32F to 122F)
This error will clear when the temperature returns to the range between 0C to
50C (32F to 122F).
EEPROM System Problem
Please reconnect AC adapter to the APCEM CO2 Monitor.
If the Err5, Err6 still appears, please contact the Service Department for further
assistance.
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