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Frequently-asked questions about AirAssure™ Indoor Air Quality Monitors.
AirAssure™ IAQ monitors are available in three models:
The 8144-2 measures carbon dioxide, total volatile organic compounds, PM2.5, temperature, relative humidity and barometric pressure.
The 8144-4 measures carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, total volatile organic compounds, PM2.5, temperature, relative humidity and barometric pressure.
The 8144-6 measures carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, ozone, total volatile organic compounds, PM2.5, temperature, relative humidity and barometric pressure.
AirAssure™ data can be viewed, managed, integrated (Data Services) and analyzed from TSI Link™. TSI Link™ Solutions retrieves the data from TSI’s AirAssure™ IAQ Monitor and translates the data into a user-friendly format that can be remotely accessed from any internet-powered device.
AirAssure™ IAQ monitors are designed to be used indoors as an individual monitor or in a network of monitors. This air quality monitor can be used by a wide variety of people, including Air Quality Professionals, Indoor Air Quality Consultants, Facility/Building Engineers and Managers, HVAC Engineer, Industrial Hygienists, Indoor Air Quality Researchers, Consultants and Building System Engineers. The typical settings where AirAssure can be used is broad and includes, but is not limited too: schools, universities, technical colleges, hotels, malls apartment buildings, industrial/manufacturing sites and office buildings to name a few.
AirAssure™ IAQ monitors come with a 120-day warranty for the monitor, all sensors, and power cord.
The specification sheets are available on the TSI website. Visit the AirAssure™ IAQ product page and scroll to the bottom to find details on performance.
In general, the more data points you have, the more you’ll understand what’s going on in your environment. Some building certifications such as the RESET Air Standard have detailed air quality monitoring requirements that included a specific number of monitors by size of the space and the number of occupants. These standards can be used for general guidance even if you’re not applying for the certification.
Detailed instructions can be found in the owner’s manual that can be viewed at www.tsi.com. Step-by-step instructions with photos will easily guide you through the installation process.
The only tools required would be a Philips head screwdriver and possibly a drywall hole saw if powering the monitor with 24 VAC. A wall template, double-sided tape, level and screws and anchors are included with the monitor.
No, AirAssure™ IAQ monitors cannot be mounted in locations exposed to the weather. They are designed for indoor use only.
The AirAssure™ Indoor Air Quality Monitor is UV-resistant. However, to ensure the best temperature readings, it is recommended to avoid mounting the monitor in direct sunlight. Direct sunlight could cause the monitor to heat up, which may result in elevated temperature readings.
Your AirAssure™ IAQ monitor should only be mounted upright with the plug-in USB power cord at the bottom. We recommend mounting the monitor between 1.2 – 1.5 m (4 to 5 ft) above the ground within the “breathing zone.”
The monitor should be mounted on a wall centrally-located within an occupied space in the “breathing zone” which is typically between 1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 6 ft) from the ground.
In addition, the monitor should be 5 meters (16 ft) away from any operable windows or supply air diffusers. In areas where this is not possible, monitors should be located closer to air returns than air diffusers.
The monitor is intended to be connected to local 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi® to access all cloud features, but it can be used without Wi-Fi® if needed as all data is recorded to a pre-installed microSD card. As long as a suitable microSD card is installed, the AirAssure™ IAQ monitor will store data on the card whether or not the unit is connected to Wi-Fi®. To access the microSD card data, remove the card and install it on a computer. You may need a commonly available adapter to do so.
How do I install a microSD card?
With the power disconnected, the microSD card is inserted into a slot on the on the bottom of the monitor next to the USB-C port by pushing it into the slot until it clicks. Remove the card by pressing in with a fingernail or tool until the card is ejected.
AirAssure™ Indoor Air Quality Monitors support SDHC and SDXC cards up to 32 GB. An SDHC 32 GB card is already pre-installed in the monitor.
In addition to the measurement data, sensor and system status indicators are also included as individual columns. These indicators pertain to any potential errors or issues that may have occurred during the gathering of data. If the Value is other than 0, then an error or issue has occurred. To determine what that error or issue is, refer to the following:
Type
Value
Definition
General Sensor Status
1
Sensor is not factory calibrated
2
Sensor hardware fault. See specific sensor status for more details
4
Sensor communication error
8
Sensor data corrupt
16
Data not available
32
Sensor measurement over detectable limit
64
Sensor measurement under detectable limit
PM Sensor Status
256
Fan RPM error
512
Laser error
1024
Fan blocked
2048
Completed cleaning cycle
VOC Sensor Status
Sensor unsupported
System Status
Device rebooted
Data was not written to the SDCARD (SD card not present or write failed)
Cloud is disconnected
Sensor board battery low
Device internal time has not been synced to the cloud in the last 24 hours
Device internal time value is invalid due to low battery, unpowered device and lack of cloud connection
Sensor board EEPROM failure. Some sensors may be disabled
Note: There can be more than one error in the same or different categories.
Examples:
PM status = 1027 = 1024 + 2 + 1 = “Fan blocked” + “Sensor hardware fault" + “Sensor is not factory calibrated”
VOC status = 262 = 256 + 4 + 2 = “Sensor Unsupported” + “Sensor Communication Error” + “Sensor hardware fault”
CO2 status = 12 = 8+ 4 = “Sensor data corrupt" + “Sensor Communication Error”
System status = 14 = 8 + 4 + 2 = “Sensor Board battery low” + “Cloud is disconnected” + “Data not written to SD card”
Yes, data will be logged onto the factory installed microSD card and can be downloaded manually when the card is installed on a computer. A microSD card adapter may be necessary to do so.
No, there is no battery option for AirAssure™ IAQ monitors at this time.
No, the monitors do not have an analog output.
Use a wet cloth to wipe off the housing; do not use cleaning chemicals. Do not submerge or pour water over the monitor.
Yes, all of the sensors can be replaced in the field. Simply order a new sensor appropriate for your 8144-2, 8144-4 or 8144-6 online from the TSI website, remove and discard the old sensor cartridge, and slide the new sensor cartridges into place. Consult the owner’s manual for detailed instructions.
Recommended sensor replacement intervals are shown below:
There are no additional accessories at this time. However, there are replacement parts available for the sensors, membrane filter and universal power supply.
Please dispose of used sensors in accordance with your local regulations.
Yes, as part of TSI® Incorporated’s effort to have a minimal negative impact on the communities in which its products are manufactured and used, if the instrument becomes obsolete, return to TSI® Incorporated for disassembly and recycling.
It may be due to a faulty power connection. Check all power connections from the outside of the Enclosure to the Monitor. If you are powering with 24 VAC, confirm that the proper voltage is present or try powering with the USB power supply. If using the USB power supply, try a different power supply and/or cable.
Check the LED status bar on the front of the monitor. The following colors and pulse status provide an indication on the monitor's status:
If the device is not connecting and the Blue LED is pulsing, check your local 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi® connection strength with another device such as a phone. If there is a good signal, follow the directions in the Setting Up section (Chapter 2) of the owner’s manual for more details on testing the connection.
The inlet port to the PM sensor may be plugged with dust or debris. Check both the inlet and outlet ports next to the USB connection.
If the ports are plugged, gently blow out debris with clean compressed air or use a small, soft brush. If needed, separate the top cover from the base to access the inlet and outlet ports from the inside.
Your temperature measurement should be within a couple of degrees of the ambient temperature. However, the temperature measurement could be affected if:
Your temperature measurement should be within a couple of degrees of the ambient temperature. However, the temperature measurement could also be affected if:
Models (manufactured between June– October 2021)
The update could take up to 15 minutes, at which time your devices will be down.
For the period of time your device was updating its firmware version it was down and not logging data. There is no way to recover the data from this period of time.
After your device has powered back up, your device’s logging interval will determine the next time data is stored.
There will be a soft reset after the firmware version is updated, meaning the device remains powered but processor resets
Upon connecting to TSI Link the first time your device’s firmware will check if its version is outdated. If it is, your device will do the firmware update at that time.
Visit TSI Link, click on the map, device pin, information. Here you can see if your device has the most updated firmware version 1.1.2.
While the device is loading the new firmware, the LEDs will remain solid blue. After update is complete, LEDs will turn off then start their normal bootup sequence (flash yellow à flash white à flash blue à solid blue).