BAM-1022-9800 Manual Rev E

BAM 1022
PARTICULATE MONITOR
OPERATION MANUAL
BAM 1022-9800 REV E
Met One Instruments, Inc.

1600 NW Washington Blvd.
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Telephone: (541) 471-7111
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION 5
1.1 About This Manual ..................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Technical Service ....................................................................................................... 6
1.3 BAM: Beta Attenuation Monitor .................................................................................. 7
1.4 Safety Statements ...................................................................................................... 8
1.5 BAM 1022 Specifications ........................................................................................... 9
1.6 U.S. EPA Federal Equivalency Method Notifications ............................................... 10
2 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 11
2.1 Unpacking ................................................................................................................ 11
2.2 Accessories .............................................................................................................. 12
2.3 BAM 1022 Installation for FEM Monitoring Applications ........................................... 12
2.4 BAM 1022 Power and Electrical Connections .......................................................... 17
3 USER INTERFACE 18
3.1 Main Operating Screen ............................................................................................ 18
3.2 Menu Hierarchy and Navigation ............................................................................... 19
3.3 Operate Menu .......................................................................................................... 21
3.4 Test Menu ................................................................................................................ 22
3.5 Setup Menu .............................................................................................................. 26
3.6 Alarms Menu ............................................................................................................ 30
4 OPERATION 31
4.1 Initial Procedures...................................................................................................... 31
4.2 Loading Filter Tape .................................................................................................. 31
4.3 Warm-up Period ....................................................................................................... 33
4.4 Commissioning ......................................................................................................... 33
5 The BAM 1022 Measurement Cycle 34
5.1 Hourly Measurement Cycle ...................................................................................... 34
5.2 Short Term Averaging .............................................................................................. 34
6 MAINTENANCE, ALARMS & TROUBLESHOOTING 36
6.1 Periodic Maintenance ............................................................................................... 36
6.2 Basic Leak Check..................................................................................................... 37
6.3 Advanced Leak Checks ............................................................................................ 38
6.4 Flow Audit and Calibration ....................................................................................... 40
6.5 Background Determination (Mass Offset) ................................................................ 43
6.6 Nozzle, Vane & Pinch Roller Cleaning ..................................................................... 45
6.7 Internal Nozzle Cleaning .......................................................................................... 46
6.8 Span Mass Audit ...................................................................................................... 47
6.9 Filter Sensor Testing ................................................................................................ 49
6.10 Basic Problems & Solutions ..................................................................................... 51
6.11 Alarms ...................................................................................................................... 53
6.12 Hardware Failure Screen ......................................................................................... 54
6.13 Sensor Out of Range Event ..................................................................................... 54
6.14 Alarm Relay .............................................................................................................. 55
7 DATA COLLECTION AND COMMUNICATIONS 56
7.1 Analog & Digital I/O .................................................................................................. 56
7.2 Clock Sync ............................................................................................................... 57
7.3 Transfer Data to USB Flash Drive ............................................................................ 57
7.4 Serial Communications ............................................................................................ 58
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7.5 Data Format & Example Reports ............................................................................. 61
8 THEORY OF OPERATION 64
9 ACCESSORIES and PARTS 66
9.1 Consumables, Replacement Parts, and Accessories ............................................... 66
APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 69
APPENDIX B: CONFIGURING NETWORK IP ADDRESS 70

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 About This Manual
This document is organized with the most important information toward the front of the manual,
such as site selection, installation, setups, and field calibrations, which all BAM 1022 owners
and operators should read and understand. Toward the back are sections that provide in-depth
information on subjects such as theory, diagnostics, accessories, and alternate settings. These
sections provide valuable information that should be consulted as needed. Electronic versions of
this manual are also available. Operators of the monitoring system are encouraged to study this
manual to ensure correct performance, safe operation, and to prevent equipment damage.

1.2 Technical Service
This manual is structured by customer feedback to provide the required information for setup,
operation, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting your BAM 1022 mass monitor. Should you
still require support after consulting your printed documentation, we encourage you to contact
one of our expert Technical Service representatives during normal business hours of 7:00 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday. In addition, technical information
and service bulletins are often posted on our website. Please contact us and obtain a Return
Authorization (RA) number before sending any equipment back to the factory. This allows us to
track and schedule service work and to expedite customer service. Please have your instrument
serial number available when contacting the manufacturer.
Contact Tel: + 541 471 7111 Address: Met One Instruments, Inc.
Information: Fax: + 541 471 7116 1600 Washington Blvd
Web: http:/www.metone.com Grants Pass, Oregon
Email: [email protected] 97526 U.S.A.

1.3 BAM: Beta Attenuation Monitor
The Met One Instruments Model BAM 1022 Continuous PM Monitoring System utilizes the
principal of beta ray attenuation to accurately measure and report the concentration of airborne
particulate matter (PM) in ambient air. The centerpiece of the measurement system consists of
a beta source that emits a consistent supply of electrons, and a sensitive detector that counts
the incident electrons.
A vacuum pump draws air through a size selective inlet, down the inlet tube, and deposits the
airborne particulate on a filter tape that is located between the beta source and detector. The
accumulation of mass onto the filter tape increasingly attenuates beta ray transmission through
the media.
Beta attenuation through the filter tape is continuously monitored throughout the measurement
cycle. The degree of beta ray attenuation is used to determine the mass of particulate matter
deposited on the filter tape. During sampling, the flow rate is precisely controlled.
Having determined both mass and sample volume, the BAM 1022 calculates and reports the
ambient PM concentration, expressed as µg/m3 or mg/m3.
A detailed description of the measurement is provided in Section 8 of this Operating Manual.
Sample Entry
Nozzle
Filter Tape
Vane
Detector
BAM 1022 Measurement System
NOTE: For proper performance, the BAM 1022 must be operated outdoors and should not
be installed inside of a building, trailer, or other shelter. It must be allowed to run at
ambient conditions. This is required for the BAM 1022 to operate as a U.S. EPA PM2.5 Class
III Equivalent Method monitor.

1.4 Safety Statements
1.4.1 Beta Radiation
The Met One Instruments BAM 1022 contains a small 14C (Carbon 14) beta radiation-emitting
source. The nominal activity of the source is 60 μCi ±15μCi (microcurries), which is below the
“Exempt Concentration Limit” as defined in USC 10 CFR Section 30.71 – Schedule B. The
owner of the BAM 1022 is not required to obtain any license in the United States to own or
operate the mass monitor. The owner of a BAM 1022 may elect to return the entire mass
monitor to Met One Instruments for recycling of the 14C source when the mass monitor has
reached the end of its service life, although the owner is under no obligation to do so. Under no
circumstances should anyone but factory technicians attempt to remove or access the beta
source. The beta source has a half-life of about 5,730 years, and should never need to be
replaced unless it becomes damaged or corroded. Neither the 14C source nor the beta ray
detector are serviceable in the field. Should these components require repair or replacement,
the BAM 1022 must be returned to the factory for service and recalibration. The BAM 1022 is
manufactured in compliance with the U.S. NRC safety criteria in 10 CFR 32.27.
1.4.2 Other Safety Items

If the BAM 1022 is operated in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the performance
and protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
 Any repairs or adjustments made to the BAM 1022 that are not outlined within this
document must be carried out only by factory-trained personnel. Under no circumstances
should repairs be attempted by personnel not qualified to service electronic
instrumentation.
 Disconnect power to the BAM 1022 power before working on electrical components.
Failure to do so may result in an electrical hazard and could damage the equipment.
 Grounding and antistatic procedures must be followed when handling any internal
components. Internal circuitry of the BAM 1022 may be damaged by static electricity.
 Do not operate the BAM 1022 in potentially explosive environments.
 If safe operation of the BAM 1022 has been impaired, the instrument must be
disconnected from power and secured against unintended operation.
 The BAM 1022 should be secured against accidental tipping. Anchoring holes are
provided in the feet at the base of pump box assembly for this purpose.
For procedures not outlined within this document, consult your local Met One Instruments
technical service representative or contact the manufacturer.

1.5 BAM 1022 Specifications
PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
Measurement Principle Beta Attenuation.
US EPA Designations EPA Class III Federal Equivalency Method (EQPM-1013-209)
Measurement Range -15 g/m3– 10,000 g/m3
Accuracy Meets US-EPA Requirements for Class III PM2.5 FEM
Data Resolution 1.0 µg/m3
Lower Detection Limit < 4.8 µg/m3 (Hourly, 2σ) / < 1.0 µg/m3 (24 Hour, 2σ)
Sampling Time Continuous Air Sampling with Hourly Tape Advance
Primary: Automatic Hourly PM Measurement (Required for PM2.5 FEM Operation)
Measurement Cycles
Secondary: User Selectable Short Term Averages (15 to 60 minute)
Sample Flow Rate 16.7 liters/minute
Flow Accuracy ±2.0 %
Filter Tape Continuous glass fiber filter, 30mm x 21m roll. Up to 2 months operation per roll.
Maintenance Interval 8 Weeks (minimum)
Span Check Manual Audits Performed with Zero and Span Foils (Included)
Beta Source 14C (carbon-14), 60 µCi ±15 µCi (< 2.22 X 106 Beq), Half-Life 5730 years.
Detector Type: Scintillation Photomultiplier Tube.
Operating Temperature Range -30° to +60° C
Operating Humidity Range 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Enclosure Requirements Monitor housing meets all requirements for FEM sampling.
User Interface 4.3” graphical touch screen

Two channels; optically isolated; switch settable voltage or current
Analog Output
0-1, 0-2.5, 0-5 VDC, 4-20 mA
Alarm Contact Closure 1 channel; dry NO contact; 1 A at 125 VAC or 60 VDC maximum.
1 channel; full duplex RS-232, USB, and Ethernet serial (Shared common serial
Serial Interfaces
output). Baud rates 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
Compatible Software Comet™ (included), Air Plus™, terminal programs such as HyperTerminal®
Data Logger Memory 11,827 records (1.4 years @ 1 record/hr. 8 days @ 1 record/min).
Unit Dimensions 55.9cm wide x 45.7cm deep x 139.7cm high (22”w x 18”d x 55”h)
Weight 38.6 kg (85 lbs) fully assembled
Power Supply 100 - 230 VAC; 50/60 Hz universal AC power
Power Consumption Approximately 300 W (including BAM 1022, Inlet Heater, Pump, and Vent Fan)
Approvals NRC, ISO-9001, ROHS, US-EPA
(Specifications may be subject to change without notice.)

1.6 U.S. EPA Federal Equivalency Method Notifications
The BAM 1022 Beta Attenuation Mass Monitor is US-EPA designated for PM2.5 under the
following designation number:
• Designation Number: EQPM-1013-209 (PM2.5 with BGI/Mesa Labs VSCC™ or Tisch
Cyclone)
US-EPA designated methods using the BAM 1022 are modified from time to time in order to
reflect hardware or software improvements. These modifications do not impact previously
designated configurations of the BAM 1022 but may provide the end user with a product
upgrade path that will allow the monitor to continue to be operated as a US-EPA designated
method. For further details, please contact our service department. Details concerning USEPA
designated configurations of the BAM 1022 may be found on the US-EPA website:
https://www3.epa.gov/ttn/amtic/files/ambient/criteria/AMTIC%20List%20Dec%202016-2.pdf

2 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING
2.1 Unpacking
Any damages incurred to the equipment during shipping are the responsibility of the carrier. If
any damage to the shipment is noticed before unpacking, a claim must be filed with the
commercial carrier immediately. You should follow any special unpacking instructions
provided by the carrier as you then carefully remove all items from the containers and inspect
each component. It is recommended to document and photograph all damaged packages and
items before, during, and after unpacking them. Contact Met One Instruments (see section 1.2
of this manual) to arrange for any replacement items needed.
Unpack the mass monitor and accessories and compare them to the packing list to make sure
all items are present.
The BAM 1022 is shipped with a white plastic shim pinched under the nozzle of the mass
monitor which prevents the moving parts of the nozzle assembly from being damaged in transit.
The shim must be replaced anytime the mass monitor is being transported in order to avoid
damaging the nozzle control mechanism. Do not ship or transport the BAM 1022 with filter tape
installed.
Please keep all of the special shipping items (box, foam packing material, etc.) used to ship your
BAM 1022. They should be re-used if you must transport your monitor (changing site locations,
returning to the factory, etc.). Met One is not responsible for damage to the mass monitor if
shipped in non-original packaging, or without the shim in place. Contact Met One Instruments
(see section 1.2 of this manual) for replacement packing materials if necessary.

2.2 Accessories
Every BAM 1022 requires the use of ancillary components. The items supplied with a standard
BAM 1022 PM2.5 FEM monitoring system are as follows:
Standard Components Part No.

PM10 Size Selective Inlet BX-802
PM2.5 Very Sharp Cut Cyclone BX-808
Inlet Tube Heater 80559
Inlet Tube Heater Insulation Sleeve 9123-2
Inlet Tube (27 inches) 8112-2.25
Ambient Combination Sensor (AT, BP, RH) 597
Filter Tape 460180
Accessory Kit* 82055
*See section 9.1 for a complete listing of all items contained in the Accessory Kit
Application and installation dependent accessories for the BAM 1022 are available from Met
One Instruments.
Common Optional Component Part No.

Volumetric Flow Calibration Kit BX-307
Zero Filter Kit BX-302
2.3 BAM 1022 Installation for FEM Monitoring Applications

The BAM 1022 is a weatherproof monitor and must be operated outside of any additional
enclosures in order to maintain its US-EPA Class III designation. Its housing is designed to
maintain a near constant temperature difference between ambient and measurement conditions.
The required constant temperature difference will not be achieved if the BAM 1022 is installed
inside of any structure where the temperature is not allowed to vary with ambient temperature.
There are no special precautions or handling concerns except for the normal level of care
required for handling scientific equipment.
1. Remove the cover from the top of the pump box

assembly and set it aside. Remove all packing
material from inside the box and gather the
loose ends of the cables and tubing.
2. Invert the cover so that the white nipple is
protruding upward, feed the cables and tubing
through it from the bottom, and then replace it
atop the pump box assembly. It should look like
the picture shown here.

3. Open the front door of the main enclosure and remove the protective packing material from
around the touch screen display. On the back of the enclosure, undo the four wing nuts
holding the cable access cover in place and then remove the cover. Set it aside for now.
4. Behind the cable access panel, locate the ingress hole on the right hand side of the bottom
of the enclosure. Lift the monitor and carefully feed the cabling through this hole and
continue to lower it until the white nipple extends in to the housing and the monitor is resting
flat on top of the pump box assembly. Raise the side latches and secure them in place by
tightening the large knob. See pictures below.
CAUTION: Do not lift the BAM 1022 monitor by the angled solar radiation shield mounted to the
top of the enclosure. It is not designed to hold the weight of the full assembly and can easily be
damaged if used to lift the monitor. Instead, firmly grasp the sides of the housing and lift. It
would be easiest to have at least two people for this step.
5. Route the pump cable, the pump box fan cable, and the pump tubing to the appropriate
locations and plug them in to the monitor. Be sure to connect the ground lead tied to the
yellow pump cable to the grounding connection on the BAM 1022 case. Note that the pump
cable connection is a twist lock type. Once inserted, rotate it slightly in a clockwise direction
to lock it in place. To insert the tubing, simply press it in to the fitting. See photos below.

6. Wrap the lower threads of the pipe seal with Teflon
tape and install it in the top of the enclosure. See
picture to the right.
7. Insert the black sealing ring and loosely attach the
white clamping ring (also shown in the picture at
right) to the pipe seal.
8. Locate the red cap covering the inlet tube receiver
inside the BAM 1022 enclosure. It is found just to the left of the touchscreen display.
Remove the large red cap and a smaller red insert will be revealed beneath it. Remove this
cap as well. See image below left.
9. Slide the inlet tube through the pipe seal on top of the enclosure just until you can see it
inside the enclosure. Position the inlet heater beneath the inlet tube and slide the tube
through the heating element until it just comes in contact with the o-rings. Raise the heater
so it is near (but not touching) the top of the enclosure and fasten it in position with the
supplied hex wrench. See image above center.
10. Rotate the tube so that the heater power cable is facing the back left corner of the enclosure
and route the cable down the large empty hole located near that corner. Push the inlet tube
down all the way and wrap the heater element in the supplied insulating material as shown in
the above right image.
11. Route the inlet tube heater to the power connection labeled
HEATER in the back of the BAM 1022 and plug it in. Note
that this connection is a twist lock type. Once inserted,
rotate it slightly in a clockwise direction to lock it in place.

12. Install the 597 probe on the inlet tube above the roof of the BAM 1022 enclosure using the
U-bolt with the nuts and washers provided. Connect the silver connector of the cable to the
silver connection on the bottom of the sensor. See pictures below.
13. Route the sensor cable to the back of the enclosure and attach it to the connection labeled
as EXTERNAL AMBIENT SENSOR. See photo below left.
14. Install the AC power supply cable to the remaining connection on the bottom of the internal
power strip. It is located next to the ON/OFF switch. See photo above right. Route the
power cable and the sensor cable out of the bottom of the cable access opening.
15. Connect the 9528 grounding cable (included in the accessory kit) to the Ground connection
shown in the above right photo. Route the ground cable out of the bottom of the cable
access opening and connect it to the isolated site grounding rod.

16. Remove the inlet protector plugs from the BX-802 PM10 inlet head and BX-808 PM2.5 Very
Sharp Cut Cyclone. Install the BX-808 on top of the inlet tube and then the BX-802 directly
above it. See photos below.
17. Plug the AC power cable in to your AC source and turn the power switch to ON. Verify the
fans start up in both the pump box and the main enclosure. The touchscreen display should
also turn on as described in section 4.1.
18. Replace the cable access cover panel on the back of the enclosure and affix it in place with
the four wing nut fasteners. Be sure the flange is on the bottom so that the power cable and
the sensor cable will be pinned between the foam strips and held in place.

2.4 BAM 1022 Power and Electrical Connections
The BAM 1022 should be powered by either a 110 VAC 50/60Hz or 220 VAC 50/60 Hz source.
Before proceeding with electrical connections, review the following notifications:
 Ensure that the monitoring site mains power (voltage and frequency) is compatible with
the version of BAM 1022 monitor and accessories that has been purchased. Consult the
electrical labels on the devices.
 All electrical connections must be in accordance with national codes. Always use
grounded receptacles and power cords.
A dedicated 15 Amp electrical circuit is adequate to run a single BAM 1022 system.
A summary of instrument power consumption is provided below:
Description Amps Watts

BAM 1022 on, pump and inlet heater off (115 VAC). 0.4 A 46 W
BAM 1022, pump and inlet heater on (115 VAC). 2.6 A 299 W
BAM 1022 on, pump and inlet heater off (230 VAC). 0.3 A 69 W
BAM 1022, pump and inlet heater on (230 VAC). 3.7 A 851 W

3 USER INTERFACE
The BAM 1022 user interface is a touchscreen display used to control almost all of the features
and functionality of the BAM 1022. It is mounted on a hinged bracket located inside the
enclosure near the inlet tube in the upper right hand corner of the monitor. The center screw of
the mounting bracket hinge adjusts the amount of force necessary to reposition the bracket.
Tension Adjustment
BAM 1022 User Interface
3.1 Main Operating Screen

In addition to the last hourly concentration reading, this screen shows the current real time
values being measured and the operational state of the BAM 1022. This image below on the
left hand side is the screen that will normally be displayed.
Note that the display has a limited amount of space and cannot show all of the real time data on
one screen. Tap the up or down arrow keys in the lower left corner of the display to navigate
between the two screens shown above.

3.2 Menu Hierarchy and Navigation
The BAM 1022 menu structure is outlined in the following table.
Main Menu Sub Menu Options Overview

Operate Start Sample Begin or resume monitoring (will indicate Stop Sample, if appropriate)
See section 3.3 Load Filter Tape Load and properly tension the filter tape
Transfer Data Download stored data to a USB memory stick
About Details the current BAM 1022 firmware type and version number
Test Leak Test Perform the leak test
See section 3.4 Ambient Temperature Calibrate ambient temperature or restore default settings
Ambient Pressure Calibrate ambient pressure or restore default settings
Flow Calibration Calibrate flow rate or restore default settings
Run Self-Test Run the BAM 1022 Self-Test
Parameters Review current settings
Filter Sensors Calibrate filter temp, filter RH, and pressure or restore default settings
Span Mass Audit Run the zero and span foil tests
Tape Test Verify tape travels expected distance
Nozzle/Count Test Test nozzle operation and verify beta counting
Analog Output Cal Calibrate the analog output
Analog Output Test Test the analog output
Inlet Heater Manually turn the inlet heater on and off
Relay Test Manually open and close the alarm relay
Input Test Test the digital clock sync input
Digital Link Test digital communications with the 597 sensor
Setup Set Clock Set the date and time
See section 3.5 Clear memory Clear all stored data
Background Change the concentration offset
Serial Port Set the baud rate and connection type for serial communications
Location Set the location number used to identify the BAM 1022
Data Average Set the averaging interval for collecting other than hourly data
Real-Time Period Set the averaging interval for collecting real time data
Hourly Report Set the type of time stamp to use for the hourly report
Analog Outputs Set the parameters for both analog outputs
Conc. Units Set the concentration units
Inlet Heater Set the RH threshold for the inlet heater to activate
Tape Advance Set the differential pressure threshold for advancing the filter tape
Change Password Change the master password
Sound Volume Adjust the volume of the touchscreen sounds
Touch Calibrate Calibrate the touch screen
Alarms No sub menu View alarms
See section 3.6
Menu selections and instructions are detailed in the following sections of this operating manual
as detailed in the Main Menu column of the table above.

To access the various main menus, press
the three horizontal lines in the top left
corner. A drop down menu will appear (see
right) to allow selection of any of the four
main menus. This option is available on all
main menu screens (such as the Setup
Menu shown below) and on the main
operating screen.
To return to the main operating screen (see

section 3.1), press the Home icon located in
the upper right corner of all main menu
screens. This icon can clearly be seen in the
Setup Menu image shown here on the left.
To cancel an action and return to the

previous menu screen, press the X icon
located in the upper right corner of all sub
menu screens. This icon can clearly be
seen in the Set Clock Menu image to the
right.
Some parameters, such as the Date and

Time settings (shown above) or a Location
value, require numeric entry. When you
press the button to edit such a field, a visual
keypad (shown left) will open up and allow
you to input the value. Press the OK key to
accept the changes or the Cancel key to
return to the previous screen. The X key on
the far right performs a backspace operation.

3.3 Operate Menu
The Operate Menu is the doorway to the

most commonly used areas for normal
operation of the BAM 1022.
3.3.1 Start Sample

This screen allows users to both start and stop
the BAM 1022 sampling process. Upon
entering this screen, a warning will be
displayed asking users if they would like to
start or stop a sample, depending on the
current state of the monitor. If there is no
sample currently being taken, the grey button
in the lower left corner will be labeled START.
If there is a sample in progress, it will read
STOP.
3.3.2 Load Filter Tape
This screen provides the options needed to

load and tension the filter tape. See section
4.2 for detailed instructions on loading filter
tape.
3.3.3 Transfer Data

Copying data to a USB memory stick is performed from this screen. See section 7.3 for detailed
instructions.
3.3.4 About
This screen shows the monitor’s model

number, serial number, and installed
firmware types and version numbers.

3.4 Test Menu
The Test Menu provides a means of testing and calibrating individual sensor inputs and
calculations. Because these settings directly impact flow and concentration values, most of
these tests are password protected.
Note that the display has a limited amount of space and cannot show all options on one screen.
Tap the “>More…” and “>Back…” keys in the lower right corner of the display to navigate
3.4.1 Leak Test
This screen provides the options and indications needed

to perform a leak test of the sampling system. The grey
pump control button in the lower left corner will read
PUMP ON which indicates that pressing it will turn on the
pump. Similarly, when the pump is running, this button
will display PUMP OFF.
The grey nozzle control button in the lower right corner will always be labeled as NOZZLE when
you first enter this test screen. Pressing it will cause the nozzle to change state from up to down
or down to up. The button will now display what will happen if you press it again, just like the
pump control button. This means that it will read NOZZLE UP if the nozzle is in the down
position or NOZZLE DOWN if it is in the up position.
The flow and lower pressure sensor indications are provided for reference when performing the
leak test. See section 6.2 for detailed instructions on performing a leak test.
3.4.2 Ambient Temperature

to default, verify, and calibrate the ambient temperature
sensor as part of the flow audit and calibration. See
section 6.4 for detailed instructions.

3.4.3 Ambient Pressure

to default, verify, and calibrate the ambient pressure
sensor as part of the flow audit and calibration. See
3.4.4 Flow Calibration

to default, verify, and calibrate the flow sensor as part of
the flow audit and calibration. See section 6.4 for
detailed instructions.
3.4.5 Run Self-Test
This screen runs the self-test sequence. Press X to exit

once it is complete.
3.4.6 Parameters
These screens are not password protected. They provide the ability to view the real time value
of a wide variety of parameters. Results are updated once per second. No changes can be
made in this screen. It is for viewing purposes only.
Note that the display has a limited amount of space and cannot show all of the real time data on
one screen. Tap the down arrow key in the lower left corner of the display to scroll through the
three screens shown above. Tapping the arrow on the last screen will return you to the first
one.

3.4.7 Filter Sensors
These screens provide the options and indications needed to default, verify, and calibrate the
filter temperature, filter humidity, and upper and lower pressure sensors. See section 6.9 for
detailed instructions.
3.4.8 Span Mass Audit

This screen runs the Span Mass Audit. The sequence begins as soon as you enter it. See
3.4.9 Tape Test

This screen will allow you to verify proper installation and
operation of the filter tape and motors. Press the grey TEST
TAPE button to advance the tape. The pass criteria is ≥ 14
mm. The status of the tape, such as OK or if there is a Tape
Break error, will also be displayed to the right of the TEST
TAPE button.
3.4.10 Nozzle/Count Test

The Nozzle/Count Test screen provides the ability to
manually raise and lower the nozzle. Pressing the grey
NOZZLE button will cause the nozzle to change state. When
the nozzle is in the down position, you can also verify the
monitor is beta counting correctly. The frequency for beta
counts should be greater than 1000 Hz.
Counting should only occur when the nozzle is in the down position.
3.4.11 Analog Output Calibration

This screen allows for calibration of the two analog output
channels.
The channel field defines whether you are adjusting output
number one or two. Tap the green bordered Channel
selection box and pick the channel you need to test. The full
scale range will be displayed in the Range value box. If you
wish to change the full-scale value, see section 3.5.10.
After selecting the output channel, the measure field may be adjusted to maximum or minimum
value and the output of the channel confirmed. Just tap the green bordered Measure box and
select the desired test output. Verify the actual output using a voltmeter at the appropriate
channel terminals on the rear panel of the BAM 1022.
If the output is not correct, use the up and down arrow keys to modify the Adjust field. When the
FINE/COARSE selection is set to FINE, units will be incremented by one. If it is set to
COARSE, the units will be incremented in tens. Tap the button to swap between the options.
Pressing the X key to exit the screen will save any adjustments that have been made. To clear
any custom settings and restore the factory defaults, press the grey RESET button.

3.4.12 Analog Output Test
To test the analog output channels, select channel number

one or two on the top row marked Channel by pressing the
green bordered Channel selection box. Now, using the Conc
Output field, the output selection may now be modified to any
test value in the -15 to +985 range.
You’ll notice the Min Out and Max Out fields match the zero and full scale values for the
selected output. Between them is the Set Out field, which will update with the expected output
based on the concentration selected. Verify the output on the back of the BAM 1022 matches
the Set Out value shown.
3.4.13 Inlet Heater

This screen allows manual operation of the inlet heater
assembly. Press ON to turn the heater on and verify the
element heats up as expected. Press OFF to turn the heater
off; verify it shuts off and then cools down. Exiting this test
screen will also turn off the heater if you forget to turn it off
when you are done testing.
3.4.14 Relay Test
This screen allows manual operation of the external alarm

relay. Press CLOSE to close the relay contacts. The NO
(normally opened) relay on the back of the BAM 1022 should
close its contacts. Press OPEN to reverse its state back to
normal conditions.
3.4.15 Input Test
Test the digital clock input on the back of the BAM 1022 by
shorting the normally open ISO IN and ISO GND terminals
together. When the terminals are shorted, this simulates a
clock synchronizing signal being applied and the display
shown here will change from OPEN to reading CLOSED.
3.4.16 Digital Link
Test digital communications with the 597 by entering this

screen. The 597 firmware version should be displayed when
the proper link is established.

3.5 Setup Menu
The Setup Menu grants access to the configuration of the majority of the operating parameters
for the BAM 1022. It allows you to change offsets, clear the memory, set the date and time, and
much more. Because of the changes able to be made, the Setup Menu is password protected.
Note that the display has a limited amount of space and cannot show all options on one screen.
Tap the “>More…” and “>Back…” keys in the lower right corner of the display to navigate
3.5.1 Set Clock
This is where you set the date and time. Press the
green box of the field you wish to modify. The
numerical entry keypad will be displayed and allow
you to enter the value for that parameter. Once all
fields have been entered, press the grey Set button
in the lower left corner to set them.
3.5.2 Clear Memory
The alarm and data logs may be cleared from this

screen. Press the green bordered file selection box
and choose from the alarm log, data log, or all logs
options. Press the Clear key in the lower left corner
to erase the selection.
3.5.3 Background
This screen allows you to enter your background zero
correction factor determined from performing a zero
test with the BX-302 Zero Filter (see Section 6.5).
Press the green bordered value box and the
numerical entry keypad will be displayed. Enter the
new calculated correction factor.
Regardless of the concentration units setting, background is always entered in mg/m 3.

3.5.4 K-Factor
To get to the K-Factor setup screen, press the ‘Advanced’
button found in the background setup screen shown in section
3.5.3. Users will be prompted with the warning screen as
shown in the image to the right. Changing the K-Factor
should only be changed under advice from the factory, as
changing your K-Factor will invalidate the factory
calibration that came with the unit.
Pressing the ‘Continue’ button will allow the user into the K-
Factor screen, where users may adjust the K-Factor
Calibration Constant. Only change this setting with advice
from the factory.
3.5.5 Serial Port
This is where your serial communication settings are

configured. You can set the baud rate and the type of flow
control you wish to use. Press the green bordered value
box and a list of the settings available will be displayed. Tap
the one you wish to use and it will be applied.
The baud rate options are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115,200 while
the flow control type can be either NONE or CTS/RTS. The CTS/RTS selection should ONLY
be used when employing Ethernet port communications. All other modes should use the NONE
flow control setting. Press the OK key to lock in your choices.
See section 7.4 for more details about serial communications.
3.5.6 Location
You may enter a four-digit location ID for the BAM 1022.

Press the green bordered value box and the numerical entry
keypad will be displayed. Enter the new location ID value.

3.5.7 Data Average
If you would like to set an alternate averaging period for parameters other than concentration,
you may do so from this screen. Press the green bordered value box and the selection screen
shown below right will be displayed. Not all choices are able to be presented at the same time.
Use the up and down arrow keys under the displayed options to show additional selections Tap
the one you wish to use and then press the OK button to set it. The available average periods
are 1, 5, 10, 15, and 30 minutes or 1 HR (for a one hour average).
3.5.8 Real Time Period
The Real Time averaging period for the BAM 1022 is set
here. Press the green bordered value box and a list of the
settings available will be displayed. Tap the one you wish to
use and it will be applied. The available average periods
are from 15 to 60 minutes in one minute increments. See
section 5.2 for more details about the Real Time calculation.
The Data Average (see section 3.5.7) must be set to an interval less than or equal to the Real
Time Period in order to properly log the Real Time values.
3.5.9 Hourly Report

The hourly report time stamp can be set to mark the data
with the time from either the beginning or ending of the hour.
For example, if set to beginning, data collected during the
hour from 8:00 to 9:00 would be marked as 8:00. Similarly,
if that data were collected with ending as the choice, the
data time stamp would be 9:00 instead. The beginning
hourly timestamp only works when the data average period
is 1 hour.
The factory default setting for this option is Ending. Press the green bordered value box and a
list of the settings available will be displayed. Tap the one you wish to use and it will be applied.

3.5.10 Analog Outputs
There are two analog output channels on the BAM 1022.
Analog output 1 is the Real Time concentration and output 2 is
hourly concentration. These are independently set to one of
the following output ranges: 0-1.0 vdc, 0-2.5 vdc, 0-5.0 vdc, or
4-20 mA.
However, there is only one span scale setting and it is applied
to both channels. It can be set for 0-100, 0-200, 0-500, 0-1,000, 0-2,000, 0-5,000, or 0-10,000
μg/m3 while the offset can be adjusted to -15, -10, -5, 0, 5 μg/m3.
Regardless of the concentration units setting, the scaling and offset is always entered in μg/m3.
To adjust the analog output settings, press the green bordered value box and a list of the
settings available will be displayed. Tap the one you wish to use and it will be applied.
3.5.11 Concentration Units
For internal data logging purposes, the concentration units

of the BAM 1022 can be set to either mg/m3 or μg/m3. To
change this setting, press the green bordered value box and
a list of the settings available will be displayed. Tap the one
you wish to use and it will be applied.
3.5.12 Inlet Heater
This screen affords users the opportunity to set the RH

threshold at which the inlet heater will activate. It can be set
from 0 to 50 Deg C in one degree increments. Press the
green bordered value box and the numerical entry keypad
will be displayed. Enter the new threshold value.
3.5.13 Tape Advance

The BAM 1022 will advance the filter tape to a clean spot if
the pressure drop across the tape gets too large. The
threshold for this action can be set from 50 to 350 mmHg in
one mmHg increments. Press the green bordered value box
and the numerical entry keypad will be displayed. Enter the
new pressure threshold value.
Press the OK key to set your new threshold.

3.5.14 Change Password
Certain menus and options of the BAM 1022 are password
protected. You may use any four digit password you would
like and this is the screen you need to access to change it.
Press the green bordered value box and the numerical entry
keypad will be displayed. Enter the new password.
Setting the password to 0000 means no password is used.
3.5.15 Sound Volume

The touchscreen will beep every time a selection is made
and that volume may be adjusted in this screen. Press the
green bordered value box and the numerical entry keypad
will be displayed. You may enter a value from 0 – 100 with
100 being very loud and 0 being no beep at all. Any
changes made here will not be active until exiting this
screen.
3.5.16 Touch Calibrate

Press the grey Calibrate button to enter the calibration
screen. Simply follow the instructions on the screen to
calibrate it. If each step is not completed within five
seconds, the test will cancel itself and return to page two of
the Setup menu. There is a countdown clock for this feature
displayed on each step of the calibration process.
3.6 Alarms Menu
This screen is used to view time-stamped alarm events with

the most recent alarm will be displayed first. Use the up and
down arrow keys located at the bottom of the screen to scroll
through the alarm log.

4 OPERATION
4.1 Initial Procedures
Prior to turning on the BAM 1022, confirm that all equipment set up
procedures, outlined in Section 2 of this manual, have been completed.
The BAM 1022 power switch is located behind the rear panel near the
bottom of the enclosure on the left hand side. Upon initial power up, the
touchscreen will display a 60 second countdown. The display will beep
once every six seconds while counting down. After 60 seconds have
elapsed, the monitor will advance the tape one spot and begin sampling.
If tape is missing, or hardware errors (such as a missing sensor) are
detected, the monitor will remain idle.
4.2 Loading Filter Tape

Filter tape must be installed before sampling will commence.
Use the following steps to load the roll of filter tape:
1. Press the “Operate Menu” button and select the “LOAD FILTER TAPE” option. Entering this
screen will cause the nozzle to raise and instructions to load the tape per the door mounted
diagram are displayed.
2. Remove the Plexiglas cover by pulling out at the bottom to release the Velcro holding strip,
and then lifting the cover off of the two alignment pins at the top (see below).

3. Unscrew and remove the two clear plastic reel covers and both tape spool cores.
4. Make sure the BAM nozzle and vane are completely clean of debris. Cleaning procedures
are detailed in Section 6.6 of this manual.
5. Slide an empty tape spool core on to the take-up reel (on the left). You may use the empty
spool core that was just removed from the supply reel (on the right) or the grey core tube
(part number 8150) supplied with the instrument
6. Unwrap a new roll of filter tape. Place the full roll on the supply reel and route the tape
through the nozzle and vane as indicated on the inside of the door of the instrument.
Nozzle
Take-Up Reel Supply Reel
BAM 1022 Front Panel (Door Open)

7. Fasten the loose end of the new filter tape to the take-up spool core with a piece of tape.
8. Rotate the spools by hand to remove tape slack.
9. Replace the two clear plastic reel covers and fasten the screws tightly by hand.
10. Press the grey MOVE button to move the tape and verify it has been properly loaded.
i. If the tape is correctly installed, the display will report “TAPE IS OK!” in
green letters beside the grey button.
ii. If there is a problem, it will report “TAPE FAIL” in red letters.
1. Verify the tape is properly routed
2. Remove any slack by rolling up loose tape on the tape spools.
3. Press the MOVE button again to take out any additional slack and
verify the tape is loaded correctly.
Notes:
• One roll of filter tape will last approximately 8 weeks when the BAM 1022 is set up to
operate as a U.S. EPA PM2.5 FEM.
• Filter tape should never be re-used. This will lead to measurement errors.
• For continuous monitoring requirements, it is recommended that spare filter tape rolls be
kept in stock by the owner / operator. See section 9 for ordering information.

4.3 Warm-up Period
If the BAM 1022 has been switched off for more than a few moments, the mass monitor must
warm up for at least one hour before accurate PM measurements can be obtained. This is
because the beta detector must stabilize. Users are encouraged to disregard the first two hourly
PM data sets after power is restored.
During the warm up period, maintenance, programming (setup) changes, tests, and data
downloads can be performed.
4.4 Commissioning
The following steps should be performed when deploying a BAM 1022 for the first time:
1. Confirm that the BAM 1022 settings are correctly programmed. Refer to Section 3.5.
2. Perform a system Self-Test. See section 3.4.5 for details.
3. If an external data logger is being used, ensure that communication is properly established.
4. If the BAM 1022 analog outputs are being utilized, make certain that the BAM output
correlates to the data logger input. To adjust the analog output, refer to section 3.4.11.
5. If the BAM 1022 data is being collected remotely, verify the telemetry system is functioning
properly.

5 The BAM 1022 Measurement Cycle
5.1 Hourly Measurement Cycle
The BAM 1022 measurement cycle is essentially one hour.
When the cycle commences, the BAM 1022 will automatically advance the tape to the next
sampling spot. The nozzle will be lowered on to the tape and sampling will begin. Flow rates are
actively controlled and beta ray transmission is monitored throughout the cycle. At the end of the
sampling event, the BAM 1022 will shut off the sample pump and repeat the cycle. The gap
between measurements is one minute.
The BAM 1022 calculates, reports and records hourly PM concentrations at the top of each
hour.
This measurement cycle will continue indefinitely, unless it is interrupted by either a loss of
power, missing filter tape, an instrument error, or user intervention.
5.2 Short Term Averaging

The BAM 1022 always reports the hourly PM concentration at the top of the hour. Given that the
measurement occurs in real time, hourly results may be supplemented with shorter term data.
The Real Time concentration period, which is user defined, can be set to various short term
periods as described in section 3.5.8 of this operating manual.
The Real Time calculation is a rolling average of the previous few minutes’ concentration
updated every minute. The number of minutes is defined using the Real Time concentration
period setting. For example, if the 15-minute interval is selected, no Real Time value will be
displayed until minute 15. It will then display the approximate average of the minute 1-15 time
period. At minute sixteen, the average will update and will now only include minute 2-16. This
process will repeat every minute until the sample is stopped.
Note: The short term averaging is intended for use as a trend analysis tool. The numerical
values recorded are an approximation and cannot be used to calculate the expected hourly
concentration value.
Both hourly and user defined average results are stored in the BAM 1022 data file.
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6 MAINTENANCE, ALARMS & TROUBLESHOOTING
This section provides information regarding routine maintenance, possible alarms, and field
troubleshooting procedures.
6.1 Periodic Maintenance

The following table outlines the recommended period for normal maintenance procedures.
Several items may need to be attended to more frequently due to site-specific characteristics. It
is highly recommended that the operator of the instrument establish Site Operating Procedures
(SOPs) based on their application.
Maintenance Item Interval Reference
Replace the filter tape - U.S. EPA PM2.5 FEM Applications 8 Weeks Sec. 4.2
Replace the filter tape (for high concentration areas) As needed Sec. 4.2
Basic leak check 8 Weeks Sec. 6.2
Nozzle, vane and pinch roller cleaning 8 Weeks Sec. 6.6
Flow audit (verify and/or calibrate flow system) 8 Weeks Sec. 6.4
Clean PM10 inlet particle trap As needed BX-802 Manual
Clean PM2.5 cyclone particle trap As needed BX-808 Manual

Verify or set the clock 8 Weeks Sec. 3.5.1
Mass Audit 6 Months Sec. 6.8
Background determination Annually Sec. 6.5
Internal Nozzle Cleaning 6 Months Sec. 6.7
Replace the pump muffler 6 Months n/a
Test analog output voltage (if used) 6 Months Sec. 3.4.11
Rebuild AC pump As needed BX-126 Manual
Empty PM10 inlet water jar As needed n/a

6.2 Basic Leak Check
The BAM 1022 requires periodic leak checks to ensure that the sample flow is not being diluted.
The majority of leaks will occur at the nozzle - tape interface. A leak may also be caused by
degraded O-rings, or an improper inlet tube to receiver connection.
Required Tools: Leak Check Valve (Part No. BX-305 or included as part of the BX-302)
Minimum Suggested Interval: Upon commissioning and after replacing filter tape (8 weeks).
Use the following steps to conduct the basic leak check:
1. Remove the PM10 size selective inlet from the sample tube and install the BX-305 leak
check valve (or BX-302 zero filter). If the PM2.5 cyclone is being used, it should be left in
place and included in the leak check. Verify that the leak valve is in the closed position.
2. Navigate to the TEST>LEAK TEST menu. See section 3.4.1 for details on how the
buttons on this screen function. Verify the nozzle is in the down position. If it is not,
press the nozzle control button to lower it. The BAM 1022 is ready to begin the leak test.
3. Press grey pump control button in the lower left corner to turn on the pump begin drawing
a vacuum on the sampling system. Monitor the flow rate on the BAM 1022 display. It will
initially rise and then, as the sampling system is evacuated, it will drop.
4. If the flow rate falls below 1.0 lpm, the leak check is successful. Press the pump control
button again to turn off the pump and proceed to step number 6.
5. If the flow rate does not fall below 1.0 lpm, a leak is present. Turn off the pump. Make
sure the BAM nozzle and vane are completely clean of debris. Cleaning procedures are
detailed in Section 6.6 of this manual. Also, make sure that the inlet tube is properly
seated in the receiver, and that the leak test filter is correctly installed on the inlet tube.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 5. If the leak is persistent, go to Section 6.3 of this operating manual
and follow the Advanced Leak Check procedures to find the leak location.
7. Remove the leak check valve and replace the PM10 size selective inlet.
8. Return to the Operate Menu and select “Start Sample” to resume normal operations.

6.3 Advanced Leak Checks
If the basic leak check detailed in section 6.2 persistently fails, and the location of the leak
cannot be identified, the following procedures will help isolate the problem.
Required Tools: Leak Check Valve (Met One Instruments Part No. BX-305 or BX-302)
Nozzle Seal Tool (Part No. 7440)
6.3.1 Lower System Leak Test

Use this procedure to identify leaks between the vane and flow sensor.
1. Navigate to the TEST>LEAK TEST menu and raise the nozzle, if needed.
2. Remove filter tape and insert the Nozzle Seal Tool without the hole between the nozzle
and vane. Note the proper alignment in the photo below.
3. Press the nozzle control button to lower the nozzle on to the sealing tool.
4. Press pump control button to turn on the pump. Monitor the flow rate on the BAM 1022
display. Remember the flow will temporarily rise before it drops.
5. If the flow rate falls below 1.0 lpm, the leak is not in the lower system. Turn off the pump
and proceed to section 8.
6. If the flow rate does not fall below 1.0 lpm, there is a leak located in the tubing or fittings
between the vane and flow sensor. Contact the Met One service team for resolution.
7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 until the leak has been identified and corrected.
8. Remove the leak check valve and replace the size selective inlet(s) and filter tape.

6.3.2 Upper System Leak Test
Use this procedure to identify leaks above the filter tape. The lower system leak test in section
6.3.1 above should be performed first.
2. Remove the filter tape and insert the Nozzle Seal Tool with the hole between the nozzle
and vane. Note the proper alignment in the photo below.
5. If the flow rate does not fall below 1.0 lpm (and the lower system leak test in section 6.3.1
above was successful), there is a leak located above the nozzle. The issue is likely due
to faulty or failed O-rings within the receiver, or improper inlet tube connection.
6. If the flow rate falls below 1.0 lpm, the leak check is successful. Turn off the pump,
remove the leak check valve, and replace the size selective inlet(s) and filter tape.
6.3.3 Filter Tape Leak Test

Use this procedure to identify a leak at the filter tape interface. The lower and upper system
leak tests in sections 6.3.1 and 8 above should be performed first.
2. Remove all tape from the nozzle area. Remove the size selective inlet(s) from the sample
tube and install the calibration transfer standard (CTS).
3. Insert the Nozzle Seal Tool With Hole between the nozzle and vane. Note the proper
alignment shown in section 6.3.2.

6. When the flow rate stabilizes, write down the CTS flow rate value (Qa). This is the
“Without Tape” value.
7. Turn off the pump and and raise the nozzle.
8. Remove the Nozzle Seal Tool.
9. Place a 3 inch long piece of filter tape directly below the nozzle and lower it again.
display.
11. When the flow rate stabilizes, write down the the CTS flow rate value (Qa). This is the
“With Tape” value.
12. Press PUMP to turn off the pump and then press the NOZZLE key to raise the nozzle.
13. Remove the strip of filter tape.
14. Subtract the “Without Tape” value from the “With Tape” value. If the difference is greater
than 0.2 lpm (liters per minute) a leak exists at the nozzle / tape interface. To resolve this
issue, refer to Section 6.6. Repeat these steps until the leak has been corrected.
6.4 Flow Audit and Calibration

The accuracy of the BAM 1022 flow control system should be periodically verified. If the flow,
temperature or pressure sensors are not operating within desired specification, they should be
calibrated.
Required Tools: Certified Calibration Transfer Standard (CTS)
(e.g. Flow Calibration Kit, Met One Instruments Part No. BX-307)
Minimum Suggested Interval: Complete calibration upon commissioning.

Verification required after replacing filter tape (8 weeks).
All calibration transfer standards should be certified to the following criteria, and have a valid
certificate of traceability to NIST standards:
Transfer Standard Acceptance Criteria

Flow Rate ± 2% of NIST Traceable Standard
Ambient Temperature ± 0.1º C Resolution
± 0.5º C Accuracy
Barometric Pressure ± 1 mmHg Resolution
± 5 mmHg Accuracy
If a flow audit is desired (and not a full calibration) the same procedure detailed in this section is
followed, but no changes are made; the results are observed and recorded only. A flow audit
confirms operation of the flow system without making any alterations. This may be necessary to
validate collected data.

During verification of the BAM 1022 flow control system, the following acceptance criteria should
be maintained.
Parameter Acceptance Criteria

Flow Rate ± 4% of transfer standard
Ambient Temperature ± 2º C of transfer standard
Barometric Pressure ± 10 mmHg of transfer standard
Use the following steps to verify and calibrate sensors associated with the BAM 1022 sample
flow control system.
1. Make certain that the BAM 1022 has warmed up for at least 60 minutes prior to
performing calibrations. Also, allow the calibration transfer standard (CTS) to equilibrate
to ambient conditions for no less than 30 minutes.
2. Go to the Operate menu and select Stop Sample to stop the current sample.
3. Remove the size selective inlet(s) from the sample tube and install the calibration transfer
standard (CTS).
4. Enter the Test > Ambient Temperature screen.
5. Compare the BAM 1022 temperature measurement and CTS temperature reading.
6. If the BAM 1022 temperature sensor exceeds the criteria listed in the table above, press
the grey DEFAULT button to remove any previous offsets. If the temperature now
passes, skip the next step.
7. If the temperature still needs to be adjusted, press the green bordered value box and the
numerical entry keypad will be displayed. Enter the CTS value in the Standard field, and
press OK to return to the Ambient Temperature screen. Press the grey CALIBRATE
button to enter the new calibration offset.
8. Return to the TEST menu and go to the Ambient Pressure screen.
9. Compare the BAM 1022 pressure measurement and CTS pressure reading.
10. If the BAM 1022 pressure sensor exceeds the criteria listed in the table above, press the
grey DEFAULT button to remove any previous offsets. If the pressure now passes, skip
the next step.
11. If the pressure still needs to be adjusted, press the green bordered value box and the
press OK to return to the Ambient Pressure screen. Press the grey CALIBRATE button
to enter the new calibration offset.
12. Return to the TEST menu and go to the Flow Calibration screen. The pump will start
automatically and adjust flow to the 16.7 lpm test point.
13. Press the green bordered value box the flow rate test set point selection will appear.
14. Select the 14.0 lpm set point and then press the OK button. The display will return to the
Flow Calibrate screen and adjust the flow to the new test point.
15. Allow the BAM and CTS reading to stabilize (at least one minute) and then compare the
BAM 1022 flow measurement and CTS flow reading.

16. If the BAM 1022 flow rate exceeds the criteria listed in the table above, press the grey
DEFAULT button to remove any previous offsets for all three flow settings. If the flow
rate now passes, skip the next step.
17. If the flow rate still needs to be adjusted, press the green bordered value box and the
press OK to return to the Flow Calibrate screen. Press the grey CALIBRATE button to
enter the new calibration offset.
18. Press SET to apply the change. When setting the 16.7 lpm flow rate, the SET option will
change to read CALIBRATE.
19. Repeat steps 13 through 16 above for the 17.5 lpm flow rate.
20. Repeat steps 13 through 16 above for the 16.7 lpm flow rate.
21. Return to the Main Operating Screen and remove the CTS from the inlet tube and
replace the size selective inlet(s).
22. Resume normal sampling operations.

6.5 Background Determination (Mass Offset)
It is recommended that the BAM 1022 undergo a background test upon initial deployment,
annually, and after any major repairs have been performed.
Required Tools: Zero Filter (Met One Instruments Part No. BX-302)
Use the following steps to conduct a zero filter background test and set the mass offset.
1. Ensure that the BAM 1022 has been calibrated and that leaks are not present.
3. Remove the size selective inlet(s) from the sample tube and install the zero filter.
BX-302 Zero Filter Assembly
4. Verify that the zero filter leak valve is in the open position.
5. Go to the Setup menu and select Background.
6. Set the Background value to zero (see section 3.5.3 for details).
7. Exit the Background menu, go to the Operate menu, select Start Sample, and begin
sampling.
8. After no less than 76 hours, retrieve the BAM 1022 hourly concentration data. Confirm
that the monitor ran without disruption. If errors, power outages or maintenance occurred,
the test will have to be restarted.
9. Calculate the average of the most recent 72 hourly PM concentrations. Record this value.
10. Calculate the new Mass Offset value determining the inverse of the 72 hour average
calculated in Step 9. For example, if the 72 hour mean = 1.07 µg /m3, the new Mass
Offset would be -1.07 µg/m3. Since all Background values are entered in units of mg/m 3,
you would round to the fourth decimal place and use -0.0011 mg/m3.
11. Return to the Setup menu and select Background.
12. Enter the new background value.
13. Go to the Operate menu and select Stop Sample to stop the current sample, if the
monitor is still sampling.
14. Remove the zero filter from the inlet tube and install the size selective inlet(s)
15. Resume normal sampling.
NOTES:
For best results, the zero filter background test should be performed during a period of
fairly stable weather.
The zero filter cartridge should be replaced if there are any obvious signs of discoloration
due to aging or the aspiration of water. See section 9 for ordering details.
To determine the hourly zero noise and hourly lower detection limit, calculate the
standard deviation of the most recent 72 hourly PM concentrations (the values used in
step 9 above). The standard deviation (σ) should be less than or equal to 2.4 µg. The
hourly detection limit is defined as two times the standard deviation (2σ).
If the standard deviation is greater than 2.4 µg, the cause should be investigated. Contact
your local Met One Instruments representative for assistance.

6.6 Nozzle, Vane & Pinch Roller Cleaning
Over time, a gradual build-up of filter tape debris and particulate may form on the nozzle and
vane sealing surfaces. Follow the steps below to clean particulate filter tape debris from these
surfaces.
Required Tools: Cotton Tipped Swabs (Met one Instruments Part No. 995217)
Isopropyl Alcohol
Canned Air (a.k.a. Compressed Air Duster) with Tube
Suggested Interval: Upon filter tape replacement (8 weeks).
Use the following steps to clean the nozzle and vane assembly:
1. Navigate to the Test>Leak Test menu and raise the nozzle, if needed.
2. Remove the BAM 1022 filter tape.
3. Thoroughly clean the nozzle seal and vane with a clean swab dipped in alcohol. Do not
use any sharp tools. Allow the alcohol to dissolve hardened deposits. Since the beta
detector is located beneath the vane, prevent debris from falling through the holes.
4. If debris falls through or is found beneath the vane, carefully clean the cavity with a blast
of compressed air.
5. Re-install the BAM 1022 filter tape per section 4.2 and perform a leak check as instructed
in section 6.2.
Nozzle Seal Cleaning Vane Cleaning
Nozzle
BAM 1022 Front Panel (Door Open)

6.7 Internal Nozzle Cleaning
The inside of the sample nozzle should be periodically cleaned to remove particulate which may
have settled on internal surfaces. This cleaning prevents a buildup of debris, which could fall out
of the nozzle and on to the tape (causing undesired positive concentration spikes).
Required Tools: Canned Air (a.k.a. Compressed Air Duster) with Tube
Suggested Interval: Every 6 months.
Use the following steps to clean the nozzle’s internal surfaces:

2. Remove the size selective inlets and smart heater from the sample tube pull the sample
tube out of the BAM 1022 inlet receiver.
3. Go to the Test > Tape Test menu and press the grey TEST TAPE button to advance the
filter tape to a clean spot.
4. Gently slide the canned air tube down the inlet receiver on top of the BAM 1022. Supply
multiple short blasts of air, while moving the canned air tube from side to side to blow on
all surfaces inside the inlet. See picture below.
5. Go to the Operate menu and select Start Sample to start a new sample. Allow the pump
to run for approximately 1 minute and then stop the sample.
6. Go to the Test > Tape Test menu and advance the filter tape to allow inspection of the
sample spot.
7. If debris is still present, repeat steps 3 -6.
8. Reinstall the inlet tube, smart heater, and size selective inlets before sampling is
resumed.

6.8 Span Mass Audit
Mass Audit Screen
This screen, located in the Test menu, is used to verify
the performance of the BAM 1022 beta attenuation
system. A zero and span foil (included in the BAM 1022
accessory kit) will be required to complete this
procedure. When this screen is accessed, the nozzle
will be raised and you will be instructed to enter the zero
calibration foil.
The filter tape must be loaded for this test. Insert the
zero foil above the filter tape between the nozzle and
vane, with the label facing up. Take care to minimize
tape movement. When the zero foil is detected, the
nozzle will automatically lower on to the foil and the four
minute measurement will commence. After four
minutes, the nozzle will be raised and the screen will
instruct you to remove the zero foil. Remove the zero
foil. Take care to minimize tape movement.
Once removed, the display will change to list the current
span foil setting. Compare this value to the value on the
calibration certificate. It should be correctly entered at
the factory. If the values do not match, tap the green
bordered span value field and enter the value listed on
the calibration certificate now. Press the grey
CONTINUE button to continue to the next step.

The display will instruct you to insert the span foil. Insert
the span foil ABOVE the filter tape, with the label
facing up. Take care to minimize tape movement. When
the span foil is detected, the nozzle will automatically
lower on to the foil and the four minute measurement
will commence.
After four minutes the display will change to list the
results of the audit. The measured mass will be listed
on the top, the programmed span value will be in the
middle, and the error between the two will be listed on
the bottom.
If the error is greater than +/- 5%, the audit has failed.
The error is usually caused by tape movement during
the insertion and removal of the zero and span foils.
Redo the test while paying attention to minimizing tape
movement.
If the test continues to fail, see sections 6.6 and 6.7 for
cleaning instructions. If the audit continues to fail,
contact the Met One Service team for assistance.
Press the X button in the upper right corner to exit the
audit. The nozzle will be raised you will be instructed to
remove the span foil. Remove the foil and the display
will automatically return to the Test menu.

6.9 Filter Sensor Testing
The four filter sensors are all verified at a

single test point. The temperature and
relative humidity sensors are both tested with
the pump running so that air flows across the
sensors and provides an accurate indication.
Both the upper and lower pressure sensors
are tested with the pump off so that they will
display the ambient pressure value.
If factory default values are ever needed, press the grey DEFAULT key. This will remove all
field applied calibrations for the selected sensor and restore the factory default values.
Note: Never calibrate the temperature or relative humidity sensors if the inlet heater has been
operating recently. The pump should be run for at least two hours after turning off the inlet
heater before attempting to calibrate these sensors.
6.9.1 Filter Temperature and Relative Humidity Sensors

1. Navigate to the Test> Filter Sensor menu.
a. The pump will start and the menu will display the filter temperature sensor test
interface first. Allow the pump to run for at least ten minutes to allow the sensor to
equilibrate with the reference standard (see step 2 below).
b. Verify that the nozzle automatically raises if it is in the down position. It must be in
the up position for these tests.
2. Place the AT standard as close as possible to the nozzle opening. Allow at least ten
minutes for the standard to equilibrate with the filter sensor while the pump is running.
3. Verify the BAM 1022 reading matches the standard within +/- 1 deg C.
a. If the sensors do not match within specification, press the green bordered
Standard value field and enter the value reported by the standard.
b. Press the grey CALIBRATE button to set the new calibration.
4. Tap the green bordered Filter Sensor field.
5. Locate the HUMIDITY option in the sensor list. You may need to use the up and down
arrow keys to view the entire list.
6. Tap the HUMIDITY option to select it. The option should turn green. Press the OK
button to exit out of the sensor selection list and return to the sensor test screen.
7. Place the RH standard as close as possible to the nozzle opening. Allow at least ten
minutes for the standard to equilibrate with the filter sensor while the pump is running.
8. Verify the BAM 1022 reading matches the standard within +/- 4%.
9. If filter sensor testing is complete, press the X key to return to the Test menu. If pressure
sensor testing also needs to be performed, go to section 6.9.2.
6.9.2 Filter Pressure Sensors
1. Navigate to the Test> Filter Sensor menu.
a. The pump will start and the menu will display the filter temperature sensor test
interface first.
b. Verify that the nozzle automatically raises if it is in the down position. It must be in
the up position for these tests.
3. To calibrate the upper pressure sensor, locate the UPPER PRES option in the sensor list.
You may need to use the up and down arrow keys to view the entire list.
4. Tap the UPPER PRES option to select it. The option should turn green. Press the OK
5. Verify the pump turns off.
6. Place the pressure standard as close as possible to the nozzle opening. Allow at least
ten minutes for the standard to equilibrate with the filter sensor.
7. Verify the BAM 1022 reading matches the standard within +/- 5 mmHg.
9. To calibrate the lower pressure sensor, locate the LOWER PRES option in the sensor
list. You may need to use the up and down arrow keys to view the entire list.
10. Tap the LOWER PRES option to select it. The option should turn green. Press the OK
11. Verify the pump remains off.
12. Place the pressure standard as close as possible to the nozzle opening. Allow at least
ten minutes for the standard to equilibrate with the filter sensor.
13. Verify the BAM 1022 reading matches the standard within +/- 5 mmHg.
14. If filter sensor testing is complete, press the ESC key to return to the test menu. If
temperature and RH sensor testing also needs to be performed, go to section 6.9.1.

6.10 Basic Problems & Solutions
The following table contains information on some of the more common problems that may be
encountered, and some steps to identify and remedy the problems. Met One Instruments
welcomes customer suggestions for new items to include in this section of future manual
revisions. If the solution cannot be found in the following table, then contact one of our expert
service technicians for help in resolving your problem.
Problem: The mass monitor won’t start a measurement cycle.

Cause/Solution: • The mass monitor will not start a measurement cycle if it detects a hardware failure,
such as low beta count signal, nozzle failure, pressure sensor failure, or pump
failure.
• The mass monitor will not start a cycle if the ambient temperature sensor is not
connected.
• The mass monitor will not start a cycle if the filter tape is not installed correctly.
• The mass monitor will usually display an error message on the display if it cannot
start a cycle.
• If the mass monitor is left in a SETUP or FIELD CALIBRATION screen, it should still
try to start a cycle after several minutes of inactivity, unless a failure is detected.
Problem: The analog output voltage concentration readings are full-scale.

Cause/Solution: • The mass monitor will force the analog output to the full scale voltage to indicate an
error. Review the History / Alarm log to view any possible errors.
• The full-scale analog output is usually scaled to represent 1.000 mg/m3. If this
concentration is recorded by an external data logger which is measuring the analog
output, then either there is an error in the mass monitor, or the particulate
concentrations have exceeded the range of the analog output.
Problem: The mass monitor records frequent “Tape Advance” errors.

Cause/Solution: • This usually indicates that the filter tape is automatically advancing in response to
being clogged due to heavy particulate loading.
• If frequent tape advance errors are encountered, try setting the TAPE ADVANCE
setting to a higher value. When hourly PM readings repeatedly exceed 100 μg/m 3
more frequent tape advance intervals may be required. See section 3.5.13.
Problem: The concentration indicates negative values.

Cause/Solution: • It is possible for the mass monitor to occasionally record negative hourly values if
the actual particulate concentration is very low, such as below μg/m3. This is
because the mass monitor has an hourly random noise band of several micrograms.
• If the mass monitor is reading large, negative numbers hour after hour, it is probably
punching holes in the filter tape. These holes can be very small and hard to see.
This is almost always caused by debris on the nozzle or vane. Clean the parts.
• The real-time averages of the mass monitor are considerably noisier than the hourly
measurements. These noise spikes may indicate negative concentrations unless the
true concentrations are high.
• The noise performance of the mass monitor may be audited. Met One Instruments
supplies the BX-302 zero filter kit for auditing the zero readings of the mass monitor.

Problem: The airflow won’t regulate at the correct rate of 16.7 lpm.
Cause/Solution: • This usually indicates that the air pump is losing vacuum capacity due to wear.
• Check for leaks at the nozzle. This will often cause the inlet flow to be low even
though the flow sensor is measuring the correct flow rate. This is because the flow
sensor is downstream of the filter tape and nozzle. Clean the nozzle and vane.
• Perform a flow calibration. If the flow regulates at the lower calibration point, but not
the higher point, the pump is probably worn out or there is a leak.
• The gray plastic pump mufflers used on the vacuum pump clogs up after several
months. Replace it every six months.
• Check the inlet and PM heads for obstructions.
Problem: The mass monitor has flow leaks, even after cleaning the nozzle and vane.
Cause/Solution: • The nozzle may be sticking. Verify that the nozzle up/down motion is smooth and
complete. If the nozzle is sticky or gritty, it will not seal properly.
• Check the O-rings on the sharp-cut cyclone (if used). These frequently leak.
• Check for bad O-rings on the inlet receiver.
• Check all of the push-in air fittings inside the mass monitor.
Problem: The mass monitor will not pass the span membrane test.
Cause/Solution: • This often just indicates the membrane foil surface is dirty or damaged. It can be
cleaned with distilled water. Damaged membranes must be replaced.
• If the membrane is in good condition, but the mass monitor fails span tests, then the
most common problem is debris on the beta detector window. Carefully blow
through the vane with canned dusting air to blow debris off of the detector window
and try again.
• If the detector is clean and the membrane is in good condition, then failed span tests
can indicate that the detector is wearing out. Contact the Service Department.
Problem: The clock settings are lost when the mass monitor is powered down.
Cause/Solution: • There is a small coin cell battery inside the mass monitor that maintains the clock
and other settings when the mass monitor is powered off. After several years the
battery may need to be replaced if the clock resets when the mass monitor is
powered off.
• It is normal for the clock to drift as much as 2 minutes per month.

6.11 Alarms
In the event a measured parameter or sequence is not within design specification, the BAM
1022 will generate an alarm. These alarms can be monitored via the alarm log, output files or
the alarm relay. A list of alarms is detailed below.
An alarm is indicated and logged at the time it occurs. The resolution time is not recorded. See
section 3.5 for an explanation of viewing alarms through the BAM 1022 panel display.
Code Description Cause

1 Tape Break No tape movement was detected during the tape move process.
2 Beta Detector The event occurs when the Beta detector count rate is less than 500
Hz during the sampling cycle.
4 Sensor Range The event occurs when an analog sensor reading (AT, RH, BP,
UPPER, LOWER, FT, FRH) is outside the designated limits.
8 Tape Advance The event occurs when the pressure drop across the tape exceeded
the Tape Advance Pressure setting.
16 Flow Failure The event occurs when the sample flow is less than 1.0 SLPM for
greater than 1 minute.
The event occurs when the sample flow is +/-10% out of regulation for
1 minute.
The event occurs when the sample flow is +/-5% out of regulation for 5
minutes.
32 Nozzle Failure The event occurs when the nozzle failed to move and stop at the up or
down position.
The event will also will occur when the foil device is still inserted at start
of operation.
64 Digital Link Failure The event occurs when communication with the 597 sensor has
ceased for greater than 10-seconds.
128 Power Failure The event occurs for a power cycle or a micro-processor reset.
256 Short Sample The event occurs when the first sample cycle is less than 1-hour.
512 Maintenance The event occurs when the user stops normal operation.

6.12 Hardware Failure Screen
This screen is presented to the user when a hardware failure occurs with the type of alarm
(Tape Break, Sensor Range, Flow Failure, Nozzle Failure, Digital Link Failure) indicated in red
text. Pressing the grey ALARMS button will present the View Alarms screen. See section 3.5
for more information about viewing alarms.
6.13 Sensor Out of Range Event

The sensor outside range alarm event occurs when one of the sensors listed in the table below
is reading outside of its designated limit.
Each sensor, along with its limits, is shown in the following table. The Stop column indicates
whether or not the error will cause the BAM 1022 to stop sampling.
Sensor Minimum Maximum Stop

AT -50 70 Yes
RH 0 100 No
BP 375 825 Yes
UPPER 228 818 Yes
LOWER 228 818 Yes
FT -40 60 Yes
FRH 0 98.9 No
BOX -40 60 No
BETA 500 20000 Yes

6.14 Alarm Relay
There is one alarm relay on the BAM 1022 to indicate to an external device that an alarm has
occurred. It is a normally open (NO) contact that closes whenever there is a pending alarm.
The short sample and tape advance alarms do not affect the alarm relay. See section 3.4.14 for
testing details.

7 DATA COLLECTION AND COMMUNICATIONS
The BAM 1022 is capable of relaying information to and from external devices using analog
outputs, digital inputs and outputs, RS-232 serial communications, USB serial, Ethernet and
USB flash drive.
7.1 Analog & Digital I/O

Terminal connections on the rear panel of the BAM 1022 are available for communicating with
data acquisitions system by means of analog and digital inputs and outputs.
The following is a detailed map of the terminal connections:
The 597 Digital Sensor connects to the External Ambient Sensor port.
The Digital Sensor 2 is not supported at this time.
The Alarm Relay output is rated for 1 A at 125 VAC or 60 VDC maximum.
Analog Inputs 1 and 2 are not supported at this time.
The Clock Sync input is rated for a dry contact closure at 17 mA or 0 – 5 VDC maximum
capable of syncing 17 mA.
Analog Outputs 1 and 2 can be configured as either 0-1, 0-2.5, 0-5 VDC or 4-20 mA using the
dip switches on the rear panel. Analog output 1 is the real-time concentration and output 2 is
hourly concentration.

7.2 Clock Sync
The ISO IN allows an external device to synchronize the clock of the mass monitor to an
external device. The Sync window is the one minute window from 59:30 (mm:ss) to 00:30.
When the ISO IN is active during the Sync window the clock is reset to 00:00 (mm:ss).
The ISO IN must be active for greater than 1-second.
7.3 Transfer Data to USB Flash Drive

The BAM 1022 can copy data files directly to a user-supplied USB flash drive. This drive must
be installed in the USB port located behind the front door, in the upper left corner of the tape
transport. This USB port is not used for any other purpose.
1. Enter the OPERATE > TRANSFER DATA menu.

a. The Days field determines how many records you download. If you wish to
change the number of days being copied, press the green bordered value box and
the numerical entry keypad will be displayed. Enter the number of days between
001 and 999.
b. The FILES field determines whether you download all of the stored record types or
only the user selected records. The USER files are ones which are used for all
routine data collection purposes. The ALL option includes additional factory
diagnostics files which are only used if data is being sent to Met One Instruments
for factory support. The default setting is USER. If you need to change this field,
press the green bordered value box and a list of the options available will be
displayed. Tap the one you wish to use and it will be applied.
2. Locate the USB slot above the tape take up spool and insert a USB memory stick into it.
3. Press the grey COPY button to copy the selected data to the USB memory stick.
4. When the COPY COMPLETE message is displayed, remove the USB memory stick and
close the front door of the BAM 1022.

7.4 Serial Communications
The BAM 1022 is able to communicate via serial commands using RS-232, USB Serial, or
Ethernet. The monitor only allows one of these connections at a time. These connections allow
users to both download data and operate the instrument
The default RS-232 settings are as follows:
Baud Rate: 9600

Data Bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None (should be set to CTS/RTS only when using Ethernet communications)
See APPENDIX B: for details on configuring the IP address for Ethernet communications.
7.4.1 Terminal and Escape Commands Using the 7500 Protocol

The BAM 1022 supports a system of ASCII based terminal commands and Escape commands
that can be used to manually collect data records or to remotely change some of the settings in
the instrument through the serial port. These commands can be sent to the instrument through
the “Direct Connect” terminal window tab in Comet (or through HyperTerminal or similar terminal
programs). They can also be programmed into a digital data logger or similar automated
system. Most of these functions are intended primarily for use with advanced or remote data
collection systems, and are not usually used for routine data collection purposes. The Met One
Instruments 7500 Protocol commands can be used in either Terminal Mode or Escape
Command Mode.
7.4.1.1 Terminal Mode

The BAM 1022 must be placed in Terminal Mode to use the Terminal Mode command set.
From any command prompt (such as the terminal window in the Comet software), send three
<cr> carriage returns (“Enter” key on a standard keyboard) through the serial port. The
instrument will respond with an asterisk ( * ) indicating that it is in Terminal Mode. Any terminal
command may now be sent to the instrument.
Note: The instrument will time out of Terminal Mode after two minutes of serial port inactivity,
and Terminal Mode will have to be reinitiated before more commands can be sent. Terminal
Mode commands are echoed back to the terminal program.
7.4.1.2 Escape Command Mode

Escape commands do not require the BAM 1022 to be in Terminal Mode. The command strings
are slightly more complicated, but there are no timeout issues and data integrity is higher. This
is better for machine-to-machine programming than Terminal Mode. In this case, the command
string consists of an ASCII <Esc> (Escape) character (hex 1B), followed by the desired
alphanumeric command, and then completed by a carriage return <cr> (Enter). Escape
commands are not echoed back as they are entered. This means that characters that are typed
will not be displayed in the software terminal window.
An example of entering an Escape command string to request only the last data record would
be entered like this:
<Esc>4<cr>

The following table shows all of the available Terminal Mode and Escape commands.
Commands with a “$” symbol in the descriptions below require that the instrument password be
sent before the command can be sent.
COMMAND DESCRIPTION
1 Request settings report
2 Request All data report
3 Request New data report
4 Request Last data report
7 Request alarm event report
A Network address command
C Clear data log file – $
D Get/Set date part of the real time clock – $
H Help menu
T Get/Set time part of the real time clock – $
Z Enable remote control – $
AR Get/Set Analog output range – $
CO Get/Set analog concentration offset – $
CR Get/Set analog concentration range – $
CA Clear alarm log file – $
CU Get/Set concentration units – $
DS Report data log channel descriptors
DT Get/Set the date and time of the real time clock – $
HS Get/Set Ethernet flow control – $
ID Get/Set location ID or address – $
OP Get/Set operation state – $
PR Print report – 0-Settings, 1-Data, 2-Alarm
PW Unlock protected and User commands (User setting) – $
QH Report Data Record Header
RQ Report current readings without header
RV Report Model/Part/Revision
SB Get/Set baud rate – $
SS Get Met One serial number
ST Get/Set sample time (data log period) – $
TS Get/Set timestamp mode – $
ROP Get/Set Operation state report – $
SPW Get/Set user password – $
BKGD Get/Set background offset – $
FTSP Get/Set filter temperature set point – $
SPAN Get/Set span audit – $
RTPER Get/Set real-time average period – $
TPRES Get/Set tape advance pressure – $
The following table shows the commands associated with editable settings, along with the
default value for the setting and the settable range.
DESCRIPTION RANGE DEFAULT COMMAND
Location 1 – 999 1 ID
Data average period (Minutes) 0-1 MIN,1-5 MIN, 5-1 HR ST
2-10 MIN,3-15 MIN, 4-30
MIN,5-1 HR
Real-time concentration period (Minutes) 15 – 60 30 RTPER
Serial port baud rate (BPS) 2-1200,3-2400, 5-9600 SB
4-4800,5-9600,
6-19200,7-38400,
8-57600,9-115200
Ethernet Flow Control 0-NONE,1-RTS/CTS 0-NONE HS
Set User password (0 is no password) 0 – 9999 0 SPW
Analog output concentration range (ug/m3) 0-100 ug/m3, 3-1000ug/m3 CR
1-200 ug/m3,
2-500 ug/m3,
3-1000 ug/m3,
4-2000 ug/m3,
5-5000 ug/m3,
6-10000 ug/m3
Analog output concentration offset (ug/m 3) 0--15 ug/m3, 3-0 ug/m3 CO
1--10 ug/m3,
2--5 ug/m3,
3-0 ug/m3,
4-5 ug/m3
Concentration units 0-ug/m3,1- mg/m3 0-ug/m3 CU
DAC analog output range 0-0-1.0 V, 2-0-5.0 V AR
1-0-2.5 V,
2-0-5.0 V,
3-4-20 mA
Hourly concentration data timestamp is either 0-ENDING, 0-ENDING TS
ENDING or BEGINNING hour only when Data 1-BEGINNING
Average Period is 1-HR.
Concentration calibration offset (ug/m 3) -0.05 – 0.05 0.0 BKGD
Span audit verification 0.4 – 1.0 0.780 SPAN
Inlet heater FT set point (C) 0 – 50 45 FTSP
Tape advance pressure (mmHg) 50 – 350 250.0 TPRES
Unlock User commands PW
Get mass monitor serial number SS

7.5 Data Format & Example Reports
Samples of the more common reports and file downloads are shown in the following sections.
7.5.1 Settings Report

Issue the 1-command to output the Settings report.
BAM 1022 Settings Report

2014-06-02 17:12:04
Firmware, 81650, R1.0.0

CPLD, 81699, R0.1.0
Serial Number, A99999
Location, 1
Baud, 9600
Flow Control, RTS/CTS
Data Average, 1 MIN
RealTime Period, 30
Tape Period, 1 HR
Tape Pressure, 250
K, 1.000
Bkgd, 0.0000
Usw, 0.285
Audit Span, 0.780
Conc Units, ug/m3
USB Days, 1
USB Files, USER
Analog Range 1, 0-1.0 V
Analog Range 2, 0-1.0 V
Conc Range, 100 ug/m3
Conc Offset, -15 ug/m3
Hourly Timestamp, ENDING
FT Set Pt, 45.0
FT P-Gain, 1.000
FT I-Gain, 1.000
RealTime Alpha, 0.2316
RealTime Gamma, 0.1500
Name, Offset, Slope

FLOW, 0.000, 1.000
AT, 0.000
BP, 0.000
FT, 0.000
UPPER, 0.000
LOWER, 0.000
FRH, 0.000
DAC Cal 1, 0.0,0,1.0,0

DAC Cal 2, 0.0,0,1.0,0

7.5.2 User Data Log Report
Issue the 2, 3, or 4-command to output the User Data Log report.
Data Report
2014-05-14 17:00:02
Location, 123, I10220
Time,ConcRT(ug/m3),ConcHR(ug/m3),Flow(lpm),AT(C),RH(%),BP(mmHg),FT(C),FRH(%),Status
2014-05-13 19:17:00,+000024,+000026,+16.7,+026.9,030,734,+035.9,014,00000
2014-05-13 19:18:00,+000024,+000026,+16.7,+026.9,030,734,+035.9,014,00000
The user data is stored at the DATA AVERAGE PERIOD.

The CONCHR value is not averaged over the DATA AVERAGE PERIODS.
The number of fields is 10, the records size is 40 bytes.
The file size is 462 Kbytes. The number of data records is 11,827.
When the data file is full the oldest data event record is over written.
The table below shows the file duration for the DATA AVERAGE PERIODS.
PERIOD (MIN) FILE SIZE (DAYS) FILE SIZE (MONTHS) FILE SIZE (YEARS)
1 8.2 0.3 0.0
5 41.1 1.4 0.1
10 82.1 2.7 0.2
15 123.2 4.1 0.3
30 246.4 8.2 0.7
60 492.8 16.4 1.4

7.5.3 Alarm Log Report
Issue the 7-command to output the Alarm Log report.
Alarm Report
2014-05-14 17:02:30
Location, 123, I10220
Time,Alarm
2014-05-14 17:02:30,TAPE BREAK,14
2014-05-14 17:02:30,BETA DETECTOR,500
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,FLOW,-6.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,AT,-50.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,RH,0.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,BP,375.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,UPPER,228.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,LOWER,228.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,FT,0.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,FRH,0.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,BOX,0.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,BETA,500.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,FLOW,21.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,AT,70.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,RH,98.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,BP,825.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,UPPER,818.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,LOWER,818.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,FT,60.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,FRH,98.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,BOX,98.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,SENSOR RANGE,BETA,20000.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,TAPE ADVANCE,250.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,FLOW FAILURE,0.0
2014-05-14 17:02:30,NOZZLE FAILURE,UP
2014-05-14 17:02:30,NOZZLE FAILURE,DOWN
2014-05-14 17:02:30,NOZZLE FAILURE,FOIL INSERT
2014-05-14 17:02:30,DIGITAL LINK DOWN
2014-05-14 17:02:30,POWER OUTAGE
2014-05-14 17:02:30,MAINTENANCE
The Alarm file can store 200 events.

When the Alarm file is full the oldest alarm event record is over written.

8 THEORY OF OPERATION
When beta rays emitted from the radioactive decay of 14C (carbon-14) interact with nearby
matter they lose their energy and, in some cases, are absorbed by the matter. The process is
known as beta-ray attenuation and is the principle of operation of the BAM 1022. When matter is
placed between the radioactive 14C source and a device designed to detect beta rays, such as a
photomultiplier tube with a scintillator, beta rays are absorbed and/or their energy diminished.
This results in a reduction in the flux of beta rays detected. The magnitude of the reduction in
detected beta rays is a function of the mass of the absorbing matter between the 14C beta
source and the detector.
The beta ray flux passing through absorbing matter, such as dust deposited on a filter tape,
decreases nearly exponentially with the mass through which they much pass. Equation 1 shows
this relationship.
Equation 1
𝑆 𝐼0
𝑀= 𝑙𝑛 ( )
𝜇 𝐼
In Equation 1, 𝐼 is the measured beta ray intensity (counts per unit time), of the attenuated beta
ray (dust laden filter tape), 𝐼0 is the measured beta ray intensity of the non-attenuated beta ray
(clean filter tape), 𝜇 is the absorption cross section of the material absorbing the beta rays
(cm2/g), and 𝑆 is spot size (cm2).
It is a differential measurement: what is being measured is the change in mass that occurs
during the measurement cycle. For the BAM 1022 this change in mass is mainly caused by
particulate deposition onto the filter tape during the sampling process and changes in air density
above and below the filter tape during the measurement process caused by fluctuations in
temperature and pressure. The BAM 1022 continuously monitors the air temperature and
pressure above and below the filter tape, determines the changes in these measured
parameters during the measurement cycle and then compensates for them in order to
accurately determine mass deposition that occurs on the filter tape during the measurement
event. The filter tape mass remains constant during the measurement process and therefore is
not part of the differential mass.
What makes the beta attenuation method so successful and so versatile is that the absorption
cross section “𝜇” is, to an excellent approximation, dependent only on mass (and not on
chemical composition) for species likely to be sampled during ambient monitoring.
In order to convert sampled mass 𝑀(𝑚𝑔) into aerosol concentration (instrument output), the
following scaling factor is used:
Equation 2
𝑚𝑔 𝑀(𝑚𝑔) 𝑚𝑔
𝐶( ) = 𝑘 + 𝐵𝐾𝐺𝐷 ( )
𝑚3 𝑄(𝑚3 ) 𝑚3
The “k” factor is determined experimentally during the factory calibration process by comparing
the mass output of the BAM 1022 under test with the mass output of a transfer standard beta
gauge that has been calibrated against gravimetrically traceable standard
s. “ 𝑄” is the sampled volume during the measurement. “BKGD” is the recorded mass value of
the BAM 1022 under test in the absence of any mass accumulation and is determined in the
field.
For the BAM 1022, the rate at which mass accumulates onto the filter tape during the
measurement cycle determines the minimum usable time resolution of the device.

9 ACCESSORIES and PARTS
9.1 Consumables, Replacement Parts, and Accessories
The following parts are available from Met One for maintenance, replacement, service, and
upgrades. If unsure about a part is required, please contact the Service department. Some of
these parts require technical skills or special considerations before use or installation.
Consumables
Description Part Number Graphic
Filter Tape Roll, Glass Fiber, 30mm x 25m 460180
Filter Tape Core Tube, Gray Plastic 8150
Cotton-Tipped Applicators, nozzle cleaning, 100 pack

995217
Solon #362
Backup Battery, Lithium, Coin Cell (CR 1216) 390068
Tools
Rubber Nozzle Seal Tool 7440
Flow Inlet Adapter Kit (Leak Test Valve)

BX-305
Zero Filter Calibration Kit, with valve

BX-302
Same as BX-305 but with 0.2 micron filter
Volumetric Flow Calibration Kit (BGI deltaCal™)

Flow, Temp, and Pressure Reference Standards BX-307
Met One recommended flow audit meter

Flow System Components
Description Part Number Graphic
Flow Sensor, Mass, 0-20 LPM, Internal Assembly 82056
Flow Controller Assembly 80215

Filter RH Sensor, Replacement Only 80212
Filter Temperature Sensor, Replacement Only 80213
Flow Sensor Debris Filter Element 580292
O-Ring, Nozzle, 1 required 720066
O-Ring, Inlet Tube Receiver, 2 required 720069
Pump Box Enclosure Assembly, 110 VAC 82041
Replacement 110 VAC Medo Pump 82044
Rebuild Kit for 110 VAC Medo Pump 680839
Pump Box Enclosure Assembly, 220 VAC 82041-1
Replacement 220 VAC Gast Pump 82046
Pump Service Kit for 220 VAC Gast Pump 680828
Inlet Components
PM10 Inlet Head, EPA Specified BX-802
PM2.5 Very Sharp Cut Cyclone BX-808
O-Ring Kit, for BX-808 Cyclone, set of 8 720105

O-Ring Kit, for BX-802 PM10 Head, set of 3 8965
Inlet Heater, 110 VAC BX-841
Inlet Heater, 220 VAC BX-842
Insulation Sleeve for Inlet Heater 9123-2
Meteorological Sensors
Combination Ambient Temperature

and Barometric Pressure Sensor 597
Standard Accessory
Digital Signal Cable, 597 Sensor to BAM 1022 81977

Miscellaneous Accessories
Tape Spool Cover, Replacement, Sold Individually 9185
Standard Shipping Accessory Kit (PN: 82055)
Description Part Number Initial Qty.

AC Power Cable 400100 1
Serial Cable, DB9, M-F 550065 1
Filter Tape 460180 1
Fuse, 3.15 590811 2
Comet Software CD 80248 1
Grounding Cable 9528 1
Allen Wrench 5/64 99300 1
6” Applicator, Wooden, Cotton Tip, Pack of 10 995217 1
Mass Foil Set (includes zero and span tools) 80307 1
Rubber Nozzle Seal Tool 7440 1
Pipe Seal Assembly 8119 1

APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Acronyms and Abbreviations
The following is a list of acronyms and abbreviations that may be used within this operating
manual:
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CV Coefficient of Variation
CTS Calibration Transfer Standard
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FEM Federal Equivalent Method
FRM Federal Reference Method
HEPA High-Efficiency Particulate Air
I/O Inputs/Outputs
NAAQS National Ambient Air Quality Standards
NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology
PM Particulate Matter
PM10 Particulate Matter ≤ 10 μm
PM2.5 Particulate Matter ≤ 2.5 μm
QA/QC Quality Assurance/Quality Control
QA Quality Assurance
QC Quality Control
Qa Actual Flow Rate
RH Relative Humidity
SCC Sharp Cut Cyclone
SOP Standard Operating Procedure
SRM Standard Reference Material
TEMP Temperature
TSP Total Suspended Particulate
VSCC Very Sharp Cut Cyclone

APPENDIX B: CONFIGURING NETWORK IP ADDRESS
To establish Ethernet communications on a local network, a static IP address must be assigned
to the BAM 1022. Users should contact their local IT support staff to obtain a static IP address
and any additional assistance needed to complete the following procedure.
1. Set baud rate to 38400 and the Ethernet Flow Control to RTS/CTS in the Serial Port
menu (see section 3.5.5).
2. Connect CAT5 Ethernet cable between local network switch or router and Ethernet
connector on the back of the BAM 1022.
3. Insert the supplied Comet CD (part 80248) into your PC. The following menu window
should appear:
Figure B-1 Ethernet and USB Drivers CD Menu Screen
4. Click on the Ethernet Config button and the NetBurner IPSetup interface should appear
as shown in Figure B-2.
Figure B-2 The Ethernet Config Interface
5. Click on the “Select a Unit” line that shows DHCP’d in the title (see Figure B-2).
6. Enter the static IP address in the IP field located in the NDK Settings section on the left
side of the window.
7. Record IP address as it will be needed later.
8. Type in a Network Mask in the Network Mask field.

9. Set the baud rate to 38400.
10. Press the Set button to change the IP address of the BAM 1022.
11. Click the X button to close the window.
12. On the Drivers CD menu (see Figure B-1), click the Ethernet Drivers button. The Choose
Destination screen will appear as shown in Figure B-3. If the displayed default location is
not correct, select the desired destination using the Browse… button and then click on
the Next button. Select the appropriate operating system and click Next. On the
confirmation screen, press Next again. The drivers will begin installation and the Installing
screen will display the installation progress.
Figure B-3 Ethernet Drivers Installation
13. When the Installation Complete screen is displayed, click the Finish button. The computer
will need to be restarted before the drivers will be ready to use.
14. Restart the computer.

15. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the C:\nburn\VComm folder (see Figure B-4).
Figure B-4 Location of the VirtualSErialPorts.exe File
16. Double click the VirtualSErialPorts.exe file. The VirtualSerialPorts window (Figure B-5)
should appear.
Figure B-5 Virtual Serial Ports Configuration
17. Click the New button.

18. Enter the IP address previously recorded in step 7.

19. Set the Device Port to 23.
20. Select a Com Port from the drop down window. This will be the Com port used by the PC
for communicating to the BAM 1022. The settings should look similar to Figure B-6.
Figure B-6 Virtual Serial Ports Configuration (continued)
21. Click the OK button

22. Click the Apply button:
23. Click on the IP line to highlight it (see Figure B-7) and then click the Configure NB button
to test the connection.
Figure B-7 Testing the Virtual Serial Ports Configuration

24. The internet browser should open and display the NetBurner configuration screen. It
should look similar to Figure B-8.
Figure B-8 The NetBurner Setup Page
25. In the upper right hand corner, click on the link labeled “Serial” to configure the serial
settings for the adapter. The NetBurner Serial configuration screen should be displayed
(see Figure B-9).

Figure B-9 The NetBurner Serial Setup Page
26. Set the Port 0 baud rate to 38,400 to match the baud rate configured in step 1 (note that
Figure B-9 still shows 9600).
27. Set the Flow control to RTS/CTS.
28. Confirm the Data bits, Stop bits, and Data parity settings are set to 8, 1, and None,
respectively, as shown in Figure B-9.
29. Press the Submit New Settings button.
This completes the virtual com port drivers. Note that this instrument will always be accessed
by the Com Port selected in step 20. Click the close button on the browser and the
VirtualSerialPort program window.

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BAM 1022 Measurement System

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1.4.2 Other Safety Items

 Do not operate the BAM 1022 in potentially explosive environments.

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User Interface 4.3” graphical touch screen

(Specifications may be subject to change without notice.)

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Standard Components Part No.

Common Optional Component Part No.

2.3 BAM 1022 Installation for FEM Monitoring Applications

1. Remove the cover from the top of the pump box

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Description Amps Watts

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BAM 1022 User Interface

3.1 Main Operating Screen

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Main Menu Sub Menu Options Overview

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To return to the main operating screen (see

To cancel an action and return to the

Some parameters, such as the Date and

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The Operate Menu is the doorway to the

3.3.1 Start Sample

3.3.2 Load Filter Tape

This screen provides the options needed to

3.3.3 Transfer Data

This screen shows the monitor’s model

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3.4.1 Leak Test

This screen provides the options and indications needed

3.4.2 Ambient Temperature

This screen provides the options and indications needed

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This screen provides the options and indications needed

3.4.4 Flow Calibration

This screen provides the options and indications needed

3.4.5 Run Self-Test

This screen runs the self-test sequence. Press X to exit

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3.4.8 Span Mass Audit

3.4.9 Tape Test

3.4.10 Nozzle/Count Test

3.4.11 Analog Output Calibration

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To test the analog output channels, select channel number