Page 2 - ii; TABLE OF CONTENTS; QUESTemp
ii TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Up and Running ................................................................................................... 1 Check Wick and Fill Natural Wet Bulb ............................................................... 1 Measurements ...............................
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iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ACGIH ........................................................................................................... 10 United States Navy ........................................................................................ 10 Electrical power research institute (EPRI) ..........
Page 4 - Up and Running; Check Wick and Fill Natural Wet Bulb; Figure 1-1: Filling wet bulb reservoir; Filling wet bulb reservoir
1 Up and Running Up and Running 1. Make sure the wet bulb’s wick is clean. Fill the reservoir with distilled water. 2. Place the QUESTemp in the work area in a safe location approximately 3.5 feet off the ground. 3. Turn the unit ON. If the battery voltage displayed during the power-on sequence is l...
Page 5 - Measurements; Wet Bulb Globe Temperature; Measurements
2 Measurements Measurements QUESTemp 32 The QUESTemp 32 portable area heat stress monitor computes the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT). The WBGT is an accepted measurement for determining the heat stress level imposed on an individual in a given environment. The QUESTemp 32 measures three pa...
Page 6 - Keypad Operation; Up Arrow; Down Arrow; Setup; Displayed Items; Keypad
3 Keypad Operation Keypad Operation The unit operates using a membrane keypad with 4 keys. The I/O ENTER key responds when the key is released while all other keys respond when the key is pressed. I/O Enter The unit turns on with a single key press. The unit turns off by holding the key down while a...
Page 7 - Placement for monitoring/testing; Sensors; Natural Wet Bulb Thermometer
4 Placement for monitoring/testing Placement for monitoring/testing The QUESTemp should be placed at a height of 3.5 feet (1.1m) for standing individuals or 2 feet (.6m) for seated individuals. Tripod mounting is recommended to get the unit away from anything that might block radiant heat or airflow...
Page 8 - Relative Humidity Sensor; Remote, Sensors 2 and 3; Operational Check
5 Remote, Sensors 2 and 3 Relative Humidity Sensor A relative humidity sensor is located in a compartment inside of the sensor bar housing. Slots in the housing allow air to circulate around the sensor. Remote, Sensors 2 and 3 The top sensor bar (sensor 1) may be removed from the instrument and used...
Page 9 - Power Options; -V Alkaline Battery Replacement; WARNING: Replace batteries only in a non-hazardous; Approved 9-Volt Batteries
6 Power Options Power Options There are 3 options for powering the QUESTemp: a 9-volt alkaline battery, a NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable 6-cell battery pack, and an AC adapter. A door on the back of the unit allows the user access to the 9-volt battery. The rechargeable battery pack is loc...
Page 10 - NiMH Battery Pack; Battery Pack
7 Power Options NiMH Battery Pack WARNING: Recharge batteries only in a non-hazardous environment. The NiMH rechargeable battery pack is charged in the instrument using Quest’s AC adapter #015- 910. A discharged battery pack requires an “overnight” charge of 16 hours. Leaving the AC adapter plugge...
Page 11 - Specifications; Specifications
8 Specifications Specifications Measurements Globe, dry bulb, wet bulb, WBGTin, WBGTout, WBGT weighted average (if 3 sensor sets), relative humidity, Heat Index, Humidex. Temperatures given in Celsius or Fahrenheit. Languages English, French, Spanish, Italian, German. Housing Designed water resistan...
Page 12 - Product Markings and Special Conditions; Battery Life
9 Product Markings and Special Conditions Battery Life 9V alkaline: 140 hours Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride: 300 hours (Adding additional sensor bars reduces battery life.) Charge Time (NiMH Battery Pack) 16 hours (charge in the unit) Safety Approvals ETL, cETL: Class I,II,III Groups A,B,C,D,E,F...
Page 13 - APPENDIX A: Heat Exposures Tables; ACGIH; United States Navy
10 APPENDIX A: Heat Exposures Tables APPENDIX A: Heat Exposures Tables ACGIH Screening Criteria for Heat Stress Exposure. WBGT values in C. NOTE: according to the ACGIH’s guidelines, the temperature values represent a work and rest process which is explained in the standards. Please refer to the...
Page 15 - Electrical power research institute (EPRI)
12 APPENDIX A: Heat Exposures Tables Electrical power research institute (EPRI) The recommended working hours are shown based on a maximum of four hours. A time of 4:01 indicates greater than 4 hours . WBGT°C Light Moderate Heavy 28 4:01 4:01 3:00 29 4:01 4:00 2:00 30 4:01 3:00 1:30 31 4:01 2:00 1:1...
Page 16 - APPENDIX B: Accessories; Accessories
13 APPENDIX B: Accessories APPENDIX B: Accessories Sensor array with 2 inch globe 56-795 Sensor array with 6 inch globe 56-780 6 Foot shielded remote sensor cable 53-924 25 Foot shielded remote sensor cable 53-925 100 Foot shielded remote sensor cable 53-926 200 Foot shielded remote sensor cable 53-...
Page 17 - Customer Service; Contacting 3M Detection; Calibration; Warranty
14 Customer Service Customer Service Contacting 3M Detection Should your 3M equipment need to be returned for repair or for recalibration, please contact the service department at the following number or access the online form via the website. For technical issues, please contact Technical Support. ...
Page 18 - Personal Safety Division; About Us; comply with applicable occupational standards and regulations.; About 3M Personal Safety
Personal Safety Division 3M Detection Solutions 1060 Corporate Center Drive Oconomowoc, WI 53066 ISO 9001 Registered Company ISO 17025 Accredited Calibration Lab Customer Service: 262-567-9157 Toll Free: 800-245-0779 www.3m.com/detection3M is trademark of 3M Company used under license in Canada Plea...