Using the BG-3

Installation & Facility Requirements

Sierra has the highest standards in customer service and responsiveness. Sierra works closely with each customer before, during, and after the installation and commissioning of the Model BG-3, ensuring a smooth system launch and ongoing customer satisfaction.

Installation.

• An on-site Sierra engineer performs all commissioning and training services to achieve high customer satisfaction.

• Since the Model BG-3 is portable, it is set up quickly in any configuration of engine and test cell environment.

• During commissioning, the Sierra engineer calibrates the Model BG-3 with certified calibration equipment.

• Sierra sends a specification sheet to pre-empt future questions or problems

Facility Requirements.

• Input power of 110 VAC, 20 amp (2 each), 50/60 Hz.

• Clean supply of dry air at 80 psi minimum to 100 psi maximum. Sierra assists each customer so that shop air is optimal for BG-3 operation.

• The Model BG-3 is located within the test cell. The space required to accommodate the cabinet is 24 inches W x 36 inches D x 72 inches H.

• The Model BG-3 has a 19 inch rack mount PC and a 17 inch plasma screen monitor that can be remotely placed in the control room of the test-cell.

Collecting a Sample

Four Step Sample Collection:

Step 1: Load the Filters.
Insert the sample filter pair into the filter holder or load the filter Multi-Changer cassette.

Step 2: Set-up the Test.
Enter the appropriate flow sample parameters into the test set-up screen.

Step 3: Collect the Sample.
Press the standby button, the Model BG-3 automatically collects the sample.

Step 4: Sample Complete.
Remove filter pairs for PM mass measurement. A filter weight calculation sheet is available for the engineer’s convenience.