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1. eal ed Safety information Safety Information Information In accordance with Varian s commitment to customer service and safety this instrument and its accompanying documentation complies with the Safety UL1950 CSA C22 2 IEC950 and EN60950 EMC standards CISPR22 B EN 55022 B FCC B Documentation NEN 5509 and CE To prevent any injury to the user or any damage to the instrument it is essential that you read the information in this chapter If this manual is not in your nature language and if you have problems understanding the text we advise you to contact your Varian office for assistance Varian cannot accept responsibility for any damage or injury caused by misunderstanding of the information in this manual Operating Instructions This instruction manual is provided to help you establish operating conditions which will permit safe and efficient use of your equipment Special considerations and precautions are also described in the manual which appear in the form of NOTES CAUTIONS and WARNINGS as described below next page It is important that you operate your equipment in accordance with this instruction manual and any additional information which may be provided by Varian any questions regarding the safe and proper use of your equipment to your local Varian office Varian Inc User manual Micro Gasifier Page 1 Safety information NOTE Information to aid you in obtaining optimal2. NOTICE This document contains references to Varian Please note that Varian Inc is now part of Agilent Technologies For more information go to www agilent com chem Varian B V DONE Herculesweg 8 Agilent Technologies 4330 EA Middelburg The Netherlands Micro GC Micro Gasifier User Manual North South America Europe Australia East Asia 2700 Mitchell Drive P O Box 8033 679 Springvale Road Walnut Creek 4330 EA Middelburg Mulgrave Victoria 3171 94598 California USA The Netherlands Australia Tel 1 9259392400 Tel 31 118671000 Tel 61 395607133 Fax 1 9259452360 or Fax 31 118623193 Fax 61 395607950 1 9259452344 2009 Varian Inc All Rights Reserved Printed in the Netherlands CP501271 Rev 03 November 2009 Varian Analytical Instrument Warranty Hardware Products All analytical instruments sold by Varian are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the periods specified and in accordance with the terms on the face of Varian s quotation or as otherwise agreed upon in writing between Varian and the Customer The warranty period begins on the date of shipment from Varian to the original Customer However where installation is paid for by the Customer or included in the purchase price the warranty period begins upon completion of installation If the Customer schedules installation to start later than 30 days after delivery or if such delay is caused through
3. those individual electrical or mechanical parts that are susceptible to failure during their normal operation Examples include relays lamps temperature probes detector elements motors etc Sheet metal parts structural members or assemblies and castings printed circuit boards and functional modules are normally capable of being rebuilt to like new condition throughout their useful life and therefore will be supplied only on an as available basis after the final production run of the instrument Varian Analytical Instruments Sales Offices Service Availability Varian provides a variety of services to support its customers after warranty expiration Repair service can be provided by attractively priced service contracts or on a time and material basis Technical support and training can be provided by qualified personnel on both a contractual or as needed basis For Sales or Service assistance and to order Parts and Supplies contact your local Varian office Argentina Buenos Aires Tel 54 11 4 783 5306 Australia Mulgrave Victoria Tel 61 3 9560 7133 Austria Poettelsdorf Tel 43 2626 20090 Benelux Middelburg Tel 31 118 671500 Brazil and Latin America S Sao Paulo Tel 55 11 3238 0400 Canada Mississauga Ontario Tel 800 387 2216 China Beijing Tel 86 106310 8550 Europe Middelburg The Netherlands Tel 31 118 671 000 France Les Ulis C dex Tel 33 1 6986 3838 Germany Darm
4. to protect the Micro GC from too high inlet pressures and 100 C respectively The Micro Gasifier s specifications have been described in detail in the various Micro GC related data sheets This Micro Gasifier must only be used in combination with the Micro GC model For problems or questions about your Micro Gasifier please contact your nearest Varian Inc subsidiary or Varian Inc representative NOTE It is advised to use analytical modules equipped with heated injector to prevent condensation of the sample NOTE Varian Inc User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Page 1 Introduction and initial operation Unpacking Check the packing list to see if you have received all that you require Packing list Micro Gasifier Item Part number Swageloke 1 16 ferrule pack CP4417 Swageloke Nut 1 16 55 CP4401 Screw Torx M4x12 mm CP740223 x2 Power supply 100 240V 12 9V CP740000 Cable Micro Gasifier to power supply CP739851 Mains cable with plug 220 Vac CP72103 Mains cable with plug 110 Vac CP177128 Mains cable with plug 240 Vac CP71735 CD Rom User manuals 490 GC Micro GC CP505532490 MICRO GASIFIER SPECIFICATIONS Feature General Operation temperature Sample input pressure Delivery pressure to Micro GC Repeatability Concentration range Sample carry over Specifications Heated pressure reducing regulator 100 C 5 C 1000 Psi 7000 kPa maximum 7 5 Psi 2 5 Psi 1 rsd 50 ppm to 100 lt 1 rsd
5. GC Micro Gasifier Page 7 Introduction and initial operation Cleaning instructions To keep the Power Supply surface clean refer to the remarks given below Switch the Micro GC off Remove the power cable from the mains Remove the Micro Gasifier power cable Use a soft no hard or abrasive brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt If the outer case is dirty never clean the inside clean it with a soft clean cloth dampened with mild detergent Never use alcohol or thinners to clean the Micro Gasifier these chemicals can damage the case Be careful not to get water on the electronics components Do not use compressed air to clean Shipping instructions If your Micro Gasifier for any reason must be send back to the factory it s very important to follow up the next additional shipping instructions 1 2 Let the Micro Gasifier cool down 30 minutes before packing Cap the in and outlets Always include the power supply Cap the in outlet tubing off Disposal instructions Disposal of the Power Supply must be carried out in accordance with all environmental regulations applicable in your country Page 8 User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Varian Inc Introduction and initial operation Product diagram liquid in evaporator Isolated housing pressure regulator 1 16 1 16 connection connection p gel 1 16 connection connection to GC 12 v
6. Inc Safety information General Safety Precautions NOTICE This instrument has been tested per applicable requirements of EMC Directive as required to carry the European Union CE Mark As such this equipment may be susceptible to radiation interference levels or frequencies which are not within the tested limits This instrument is designed for use in combination with the Micro GC If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired CAUTION It is the responsibility of the Customer to inform Varian Customer Support Representatives if this Micro Gasifier has been used in combination with the Micro GC for the analysis of hazardous biological radioactive or toxic samples prior to any instrument service being performed or when CAUTION an instrument is being returned to the Service Center for repair Cautions 1 Disconnect the instrument from all power sources before removing protective panels to avoid exposure to potentially dangerous voltages 2 Whenitis necessary to use a non original power cord plug make sure the replacement cord adheres to the color coding and polarity described in the manual and all local building safety codes 3 Replace faulty or frayed power cords immediately with the same type and rating 4 This Power Supply should be placed in a suitable location with sufficient ventilation to remove gases and vapors Space around the
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8. Power Supply must be sufficient to enable cooling of the Power Supply 5 Do not turn on the Power Supply if there is a possibility of any kind of electrical damage Instead disconnect the power cord and contact your Varian office 6 The supplied power cord must be inserted into a power outlet with a protective earth ground connection When using an extension cord make sure that the cord is also properly grounded 7 Do change the external or internal grounding connections as this could endanger you and or damage the Power Supply 8 The Power Supply is properly grounded when shipped You do not need to make any changes to the electrical connections or to the Power Supply chassis to ensure safe operation Varian Inc User manual Micro Gasifier Page 3 Safety information 9 Do not place containers with flammable liquids on this Power Supply Spillage of the liquid over hot parts may cause fire 10 Never try to repair or replace any component that is not described in this manual without the assistance of a Varian service engineer Unauthorized repairs or modifications will result in rejection of warranty claims 11 Always disconnect the AC power cord before attempting any type of maintenance 12 Use proper tools when working on the Power Supply to prevent danger for you and or damage to the Power Supply 13 The customer should not attempt to replace the fuses in this Power Supply 14 Damage can result if the Pow
9. as measured for hexane Varian Inc is not responsible for printing errors and reserves the right to change specifications designs and prices without notice and liability Page 2 User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Varian Inc Introduction and initial operation INSTALLATION For optimal operation the Micro Gasifier must be located as close as possible to the sample inlet at the back of the instrument using the heated sample line connection The Micro GC must be configured for constant flow operation More details see Micro GC user manual user settings tab CAUTION Varian Inc User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Page 3 Introduction and initial operation 1 Remove the two 2 Torx T20 screws at the back of the Micro GC Torx T20 screws 2 Mount the Micro Gasifier at the back of the Micro GC using the two 2 included screws Taking care of the following notes Lead the isolated tubing coming from the Gasifier with some care through the hole at the rear into the heated sample line housing Arrange the isolation to be as close to the connecting nut as possible 3 The LPG or high pressure sample is connected to the SAMPLE IN socket using 1 16 Swageloke connector All other connections should be made using 1 16 pretreated stainless steel CP4008 tubing 4 Itis possible to connect a long vent line to the VENT outlet in order to safely guide hazardous fumes to a fume hood or other appr
10. er Supply is stored under unfavorable conditions for prolonged periods e g subject to heat water etc 15 This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety standards and designed for use indoors 16 If the Power Supply is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the Power Supply may be impaired 17 Substituting parts or performing any unauthorized modification to the Power Supply may result in a safety hazard Page 4 User manual Micro Gasifier Varian Inc Introduction and initial operation INTRODUCTION AND INITIAL OPERATION Introduction CAUTION Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Varian Inc Micro Gasifier used in combination with the Micro GC The Micro Gasifier is a helping hand to allow sampling of pressurized gases as well as liquefied gases LPG to the Varian Micro GC It is a necessary device for these samples since the Micro GC only accepts gaseous samples having a maximum pressure of 100 kPa The Micro Gasifier is designed to enable controlled evaporation of liquefied gases as a means of sample pre treatment before the gas chromatographic analysis The Gasifier ensures linear evaporation of the LPG sample in the specified range The Micro Gasifier contains a vaporizing pressure regulator capable of handling inlet pressures up to 1000 Psi The outlet pressure and the vaporizing regulator temperature are factory set to 10 Psi
11. ic tape cassettes electron multipliers filaments vacuum gaskets seats and all parts exposed to samples and mobile phases This warranty shall be void in the event of accident abuse alteration misuse neglect breakage improper operation or maintenance unauthorized or improper modifications or tampering use in an unsuitable physical environment use with a marginal Power Supply or use with other inadequate facilities or utilities Reasonable care must be used to avoid hazards This warranty is expressly in lieu of and excludes all other express or implied warranties including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and of fitness for particular purpose use or application and all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Varian unless such other warranties obligations or liabilities are expressly agreed to in writing by Varian Limitation of Remedies and Liability The remedies provided herein are the sole and exclusive remedies of the Customer In no case will Varian be liable for incidental or consequential damages loss of use loss of production or any other loss incurred Spare Parts Availability It is the policy of Varian to provide operational spare parts for any instrument and major accessory for a period of seven 7 years after shipment of the final production run of that instrument Spare parts will be available after this seven 7 year period but on an as available basis Operational spare parts are defined as
12. olt for heating Varian Inc User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Page 9
13. opriate vent CAUTION 5 The Micro GC must be configured for constant flow operation More details see Micro GC user manual user settings tab CAUTION Page 4 User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Varian Inc Introduction and initial operation 6 The Micro Gasifier is equipped with two needle valves One to control the vent flow one to control the sample flow to the Micro GC The vent control needle valve allows flushing of the regulator under increased flow conditions The various flows can be measured using a flow meter 7000 kPa 1000 Psi Sample in Sample Control Vent Control 2 7 Connect the power supply using the included special cable Varian Inc User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Page 5 Introduction and initial operation Operation The following procedure will provide good results After all the connections are made allow 15 minutes stabilization of the temperature Connect the sample bomb to the Micro Gasifier In case of a LPG assure that the liquid phase is flowing towards the Micro Gasifier Open the sample bomb and check for leaks Open the VENT needle valve and allow to flush for 1 minute eventually check the sample vent flow at the VENT OUTLET Open the SAMPLE needle valve and adjust a flow though the Micro GC of 10 ml min Close the VENT needle valve to a flow of 10 ml min minimum Start the Micro GC run or sequence Monitoring the various flows by means of a
14. ovided that Varian may as an alternative elect to refund an equitable portion of the purchase price of the instrument or accessory Repair or replacement under warranty does not extend the original warranty period Repair or replacement under warranty claims shall be made in Varian s sole discretion either by sending a Customer Support Representative to the site or by authorizing the Customer to return the defective accessory or instrument to Varian or to send it to a designated service facility The Customer shall be responsible for loss or damage in transit and shall prepay shipping cost Varian will return the accessory or instrument to the Customer prepaid and insured Claims for loss or damage in transit shall be filed by the Customer To correct software operation anomalies Varian will issue software revisions where such revisions exist and where in Varian s opinion this is the most efficient remedy Limitation of Warranty This warranty does not cover software supplied by the Customer equipment and software warranted by another manufacturer or replacement of expendable items and those of limited life such as but not limited to Filters glassware instrument status lamps source lamps septa columns fuses chart paper and ink nebulizers flow cells pistons seals fittings valves burners sample tubes probe inserts print heads glass lined tubing pipe and tube fittings variable temperature dewars transfer lines flexible discs magnet
15. performance from your instrument CAUTION CAUTION Alerts you to situations that Alerts you to potentially may cause moderate injury hazardous situations that and or equipment damage could result in serious injury and how to avoid these and how to avoid these situations situations Warning Symbol WARNING Shock hazard gt WARNING Burn hazard Instruction Manual Protective Conductor terminal Radioactive hazard Skin puncture Static discharge Warning Do not touch Warning Description Indicates dangerous voltage terminals fed from the interior by voltage exceeding 1000V must be so marked Indicates parts that may cause burns when touched Indicates that the user should refer to the manual before operating the equipment For protection against electrical shock in case of a fault Used with field wiring terminals to indicate the terminal which must be connected to ground before operating equipment Indicates that the instrument contains radioactive components which may cause personal injury when handled incorrectly Indicates sharp or suddenly moving parts such as injection needles that may cause injury Indicates instrument contains parts that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge Take care for proper grounding before handling Touching this item may result in damage to the instrument or personal injury Page 2 User manual Micro Gasifier Varian
16. soap bubble meter or equivalent will help setting the optimal conditions In case of a high pressure gas the same procedure applies Trouble Shooting If the analysis results show insufficient repeatability be aware of the following If the pressure in the sample bomb is too low or if the bottle is not properly filled proper transfer from the sample bottle to the Micro Gasifier is not possible Increase the pressure in the sample bottle by pressurizing it using an inert gas at high pressure required pressure depend on the partial pressure of the sample constituants The integrity of the LPG sample is best warranted using a moving piston cylinder A partially filled sample bomb will lead to discrimination due to evaporation inside the bottle itself As a rough guideline the bomb must be filled with 80 liquid Position the sample bomb or cylinder to ensure the liquid phase to leave the cylinder or bomb Page 6 User Manual Micro GC Micro Gasifier Varian Inc Introduction and initial operation The pressure and flow conditions during calibration and actual measurements must be identical A LPG calibration sample needs to be topped with an inert gas at high 50 bars pressures Alternatively but a more expensive solution is the use of a moving piston cylinder Correct adjustment of the needle valves Are you sure that the cylinder or sample bomb is filled with liquid gas Varian Inc User Manual Micro
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18. the Customer s inability to provide adequate facilities or utilities or through failure to comply with Varian s reasonable pre installation instructions or through other omissions by Customer then the warranty period starts on the 31st day from date of shipment Moreover Varian will charge the Customer for labor and other expenses involved in making multiple or follow up installation service calls Software Products Where software is provided within the frame of a license agreement concluded between the Customer and Varian any warranty shall be strictly in accordance with the terms of such agreement In the absence of a license agreement and unless an alternate warranty period is agreed upon in writing between Varian and the Customer the warranty period is as specified on the face of Varian s quotation Varian warrants such software products if used with and properly installed on Varian hardware or other hardware as specified by Varian to perform as described in the accompanying Operator s Manual and to be substantially free of those defects which cause failure to execute respective programming instructions however Varian does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation Remedies The sole and exclusive remedy under hardware warranty shall be repair of instrument malfunctions which in Varian s opinion are due or traceable to defects in original materials or workmanship or at Varian s option replacement of the respective defective parts pr
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