Micro GC Field Case User Manual
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1. S Figure 12 Communication cable connected 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 19 2 Installation and Use 10 Slide the interior back into the Field Case and lock it with the Un lock screw Figure 13 Location of the lock screw 11 Connect the Micro GC to the sample source For details see the Micro GC user manual 12 At the front of the Field Case open the battery compartment by unscrewing the nuts Figure 14 Unscrewing the nuts The Field Case may only be used with the supplied battery s CP 740328 or the power supply CP742999 20 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual CAUTION 13 Installation and Use 2 Slide the battery s in the compartment and connect the battery s to the system in case of one battery connect the cable labeled battery 1 The fan at the back and the two LEDs at the front will be activated for a few seconds indicating the electronics are testing and are ready Ensure the cables are correctly positioned in the cable guides to prevent damage then close the battery compartment door J Ve J Figure 15 Install the battery It is advisable to charge the battery s before operation using the external charger CP740427 14 15 16 17 18 Place the Field Case in such a way that both the mains appliance inlet or adapter and the battery supply cables are easy to reach for the operator These connections must be disconnected in case of emergency Connect the Workstation PC t2. Before plugging the instrument in or turning the power on always make sure that the voltage and fuses are set appropriately for your local power source Do not turn the instrument on if there is a possibility of any kind of electrical damage Instead disconnect the power cord and battery packs and contact your Agilent office Insert the supplied power cord into a power outlet with a protective earth ground connection When using an extension cord ensure that the cord is also properly grounded Do not change the external or internal grounding connections as this could endanger you or damage the instrument or both The instrument is properly grounded when shipped You do not need to make any changes to the electrical connections or to the instrument chassis to ensure safe operation When working with this instrument follow the regulations for Good Laboratory Practice GLP Take care to wear safety glasses and appropriate clothing Do not place containers with flammable liquids on this instrument Spilling the liquid over hot parts may cause fire This instrument may use flammable or explosive gases for example hydrogen under pressure Be sure to be familiar with and to accurately follow the operation procedures prescribed for those gases before operating the instrument Never try to repair or replace any component that is not described in this manual without the assistance of an Agilent service engineer Unauthorized repairs or modificatio
3. leakage e Do not parallel charge batteries e Avoid overcharging Repeated overcharging can lead to deterioration in performance Overcharging means charging a battery when it is already fully charged e To avoid overcharging use a timer to measure the total charge time e When charging for the first time after long term storage deactivation of reactants may lead to increased battery voltage and decreased battery capacity Restore such batteries to original performance by repeating several cycles of charging and discharging e When recharging place the battery in a suitable location with sufficient ventilation Space around the battery must be sufficient to enable cooling 33 3 34 Battery Pack and Charger Discharging CAUTION e Never reverse charge or overcharge with high currents Doing so causes rapid gas generation and increased gas pressure thus causing batteries to swell or rupture e Never insert the battery with the positive and negative poles reversed as this can cause the battery to swell or rupture e Do not charge the battery if there is a possibility of any kind of electrical damage Instead disconnect the battery power cords and contact your Agilent Technologies office Since over discharging deep discharge damages the battery characteris tics do not leave the battery connected to the instrument for long periods of time Storage CAUTION When storing batteries for more than 1 year
4. 1 Getting Started Safety Information In accordance with the Agilent commitment to customer service and safety the e Micro GC Field Case and its accompanying documentation NEN 5509 complies with the CE specifications and the safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use CEI IEC 61010 1 CSA and FCC b e Battery Pack and Charger and its accompanying documentation complies with the Safety Battery Pack UL2054 UL1015 cabling and CE Charger to CE and documentation to NEN 5509 This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to case harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense To prevent any injury to the user or any damage to the instrument it is essential that you read the information in this document This manual is provided to help you establish operating conditions which will permit safe and efficient use of your equipment
5. denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly per formed or adhered to could result in personal injury or death Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated condi tions are fully understood and met Contents 1 Getting Started Safety Information 6 Initial Inspection 9 Unpacking 10 Packing list 10 Carriergas 10 Instrument Overview 11 Frontview 12 Back view 13 Power source 13 Battery pack 14 2 Installation and Use Connecting the Micro GC to the Field Case 16 Automatic Battery Selection 22 Battery Status LED 23 Internal Buzzer 23 Carrier Gas Refill Instructions 24 Carrier gas refill assembly 24 Refill procedure 25 Additional refill information 26 Shipping 28 Cleaning 28 Disposal 28 3 Battery Pack and Charger Battery Pack 30 Introduction 30 General precautions 30 Battery location 31 Battery handling 32 Charging 33 Discharging 34 Storage 34 Battery service life 35 Cleaning 35 Disposal 35 Technical specifications 36 Battery Charger 37 Introduction 37 Features 37 Charger status 38 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Operation 38 Cleaning 38 Disposal instructions 39 Technical specifications 39 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual AgilentProduct Name Variable 490 Micro GC Field Case 1 Getting Started Safety Information 6 Initial Inspection 9 Unpacking 10 Instrument Overview 11 fhe Agilent Technologies
6. flash Top off charge Green Ready to use and trickle charge Alternating Orange Green Error There is power to the charging unit but the battery is not connected t After the battery is connected to the charging unit Keep this charger in a dry place indoor use only The charger should be disconnected from the power supply when not in use Do not plug in the charger if there is a damaged cabinet or power plug Cleaning 1 The charger will start automatically as soon as a Battery Pack is installed and the charger is plugged into the power supply The LED is yellow 2 The charger starts the fast charging procedure LED is orange 3 After the fast charging procedure the charger switches automatically over to top off charge LED is green with a yellow flash 4 After the top off charging procedure the charger switches automatically over to trickle charge LED is green 5 Trickle charge will last until either the battery or the power supply cable is disconnected To keep the charger surface clean e Remove the power cable e Usea soft brush not hard or abrasive to carefully brush away all dust and dirt 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Battery Pack and Charger 3 e Ifthe outer case is dirty never clean the inside clean it with a soft clean cloth dampened with mild detergent e Never use alcohol or thinners to clean the Battery Charger these chem icals can damage the case e Be careful not to get wa
7. not place containers with flammable liquids near the battery Spilling liquid over hot parts may cause fire e Never use alcohol or thinners to clean the Battery Pack These chemicals can damage the case 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Charging Battery Pack and Charger 3 In order to take full advantage of the properties of the Ni MH Battery Pack and to prevent problems due to improper use note the following points when charging Charge the battery within an ambient temperature range of 0 C to 40 C Never attempt reverse charging Charging with polarity reversed can cause a gas pressure inside the batter to rise which can activate the safety vent lead to alkaline electrolyte leakage rapid deterioration ini battery performance battery swelling or battery rupture 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual e Batteries should always be charged prior to use Be sure to charge correctly and use only the battery charger that has been supplied by Agilent Technologies Inc e Ambient temperature affects charging efficiency As charging efficiency is best within a temperature range of 10 C to 40 C when charging be sure the Battery Pack and charger are within this temperature range e At temperatures below 0 C the gas absorption reaction is not adequate causing gas pressure inside the battery to rise which can activate the safety vent and lead to leakage of alkaline gas and deterioration in performance and battery
8. 1 500 kPa 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 10 11 12 13 Installation and Use 2 Turn the Valve 1 2 to Open relieve pressure in the carrier gas cylinder and close the valve Purge this way at least twice do not close the valve the last time but reconnect the removed tubing While watching the pressure gauge on the Refill Assembly slightly open the refill valve When the pressure on the gauge reads 10 000 to 12 000 kPa close both valves on the Refill Assembly and the gas supply cylinder It is possible that the relief valve may have started to blow this is normal The relief valve is meant to limit the pressure in the carrier gas cylinder Disconnect the 1 8 inch tube from Fill 1 2 Now escaping gas comes from the Refill Assembly letting off pressure Cap off the Fill 1 2 port 27 2 Installation and Use Shipping Cleaning Disposal 28 If the Micro GC Field Case must be sent back to the factory it is very important to follow these shipping instructions Relieve the pressure completely from the internal carrier gas cylinder s according to transportation rules CAUTION Avoid shipping the battery connected with the instrument e Always include the power supply e Include if used the sample inlet filter e Disconnect the batteries To keep the Micro GC Field Case surface clean e Clean only when the Micro GC Field Case is disconnected fro
9. Agilent 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual ee Agilent Technologies Notices Agilent Technologies Inc 2014 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including electronic storage and retrieval or transla tion into a foreign language without prior agreement and written consent from Agilent Technologies Inc as governed by United States and international copyright laws Manual Part Number 63581 90005 Edition First edition February 2014 Printed in the Netherlands Agilent Technologies Inc P O Box 8033 4330 EA Middelburg The Netherlands Warranty The material contained in this docu ment is provided as is and is sub ject to being changed without notice in future editions Further to the max imum extent permitted by applicable law Agilent disclaims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any information contained herein including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a par ticular purpose Agilent shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing use or perfor mance of this document or of any information contained herein Should Agilent and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms covering the material in this document that conflict with these terms the warranty terms in the sep arate agreement shall contro
10. If you have any problems understanding the text in this manual we advise you to contact your Agilent Technologies service office for assistance Agilent Technologies Inc cannot accept responsibility for any damage or injury caused by misunderstanding of the information in this manual Special considerations and precautions appear in this manual in the form of NOTES CAUTIONS and WARNINGS It is important that you operate your equipment in accordance with the instructions in this manual and any additional information which may be provided by Agilent Technologies Inc Address any questions regarding the safe and proper use of your equipment to your local Agilent office 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Getting Started 1 Follow these safety practices to ensure safe equipment operation e Perform periodic leak checks on all supply lines and pneumatic plumbing e Do not allow gas lines to become kinked or punctured Place lines away from foot traffic and extreme heat or cold e Store organic solvents in fireproof vented and clearly labeled cabinets so they are easily identified as either toxic materials or flammable materials or both e Do not accumulate waste solvents Dispose of such materials through a regulated disposal program and not through municipal sewage lines This instrument has been tested per applicable requirements of the EMC Directive as required to carry the European Union CE Mark As such this equipment m
11. as cilinder I I I I I I I l Pressure regulator I I I I Figure 18 Pneumatic Field Case High pressure gas stores an incredible amount of energy and is danger ous in its own right even if the gas is inert like He or N3 Therefore filling your tank can be EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS The tank can be filled safely using the following steps Refill procedure 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 1 Install the Refill Assembly onto the gas supply cylinder 2 Check and make sure that the valve on the Refill Assembly is closed 3 At the front of the Field Case remove the 1 8 inch nut at Fill 1 2 4 Connect thel 8 inch tube from the Refill Assembly to the Fill 1 2 port on the front panel Finger tighten and loosen the nut 1 4 turn 5 First open the valve on the gas supply cylinder then slightly open the valve on the Refill Assembly just a little and listen for gas leaking through the nut This purges the Refill Assembly so that no air enters the gas carrier gas cylinder 25 2 26 Installation and Use When the Refill Assembly has been sufficiently purged tighten the Fill 1 2 nut While watching the pressure gauge on the Refill Assembly slightly open the refill valve When the pressure on the gauge reads 10 000 to 12 000 kPa close both valves on the Refill Assembly and the gas supply cylinder It is possible that the relief valve may have started to blow this is normal The relief valve is meant t
12. ay be susceptible to radiation interference levels or frequencies which are not within the tested limits This instrument is designed for chromatographic analysis of appropri ately prepared samples It must be operated using appropriate gases solvents or both and within specified maximum ranges for pressure flows and temperatures as described in this manual If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection pro vided by the equipment may be impaired It is the responsibility of the Customer to inform Agilent Customer Sup port Representatives if the instrument has been used for the analysis of hazardous samples prior to any instrument service being performed or when an instrument is being returned to the Agilent Service Center for repair 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 1 Getting Started CAUTION Disconnect the instrument from all power sources before removing the protective panels to avoid exposure to potentially dangerous voltages When it is necessary to use a non original power cord plug ensure the replacement cord adheres to the color coding and polarity described in the manual and all local building safety codes Replace faulty or frayed power cords immediately with the same type and rating Place this instrument in a suitable location with sufficient ventilation to remove gases and vapors Space around the instrument must be sufficient to enable cooling of the instrument
13. cable Output connector Operation temperature Charge temperature Storage temperature Humidity Safety Size Weight Ni MH Nickel Metal Hydride 10 1x 10 in row 12 Vde 10000 mAh Built in thermo fuse resettable 75 C and current 14 A Two wires UL1015 approved 2 circuit JST connector Pin 1 red 12 V Pin 2 black ground 0 C to 48 C 0 C to 40 C 10 C to 48 C 0 to 90 non condensing UL2054 UL1015 cabling and CE 348 x 71 x 37 mm 2 000 grams 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Battery Pack and Charger 3 Battery Charger Introduction This Charger p n CP740427 Figure 23 must only be used in combination with the Micro GC Battery Pack CP740328 see Figure 19 on page 30 This Charger is tailored to meet the power needs of the Battery Pack Figure 23 Battery Charger p n CP740427 Features e Micro controller controlled charging e Short circuit detection and electronic protection against reversed battery e Battery condition at the beginning of the charge is of no importance for the Battery Packs e Safety stages like voltage gradient supervision and dV switch off as well as a safety timer are integrated 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 37 3 38 Battery Pack and Charger Charger status Operation CAUTION LED Status Yellow Battery not connected Yellow Battery initialization and analysis Orange Fast charge Green with intermittent Yellow
14. charge at least once per year to prevent leakage and deterioration in performance due to self discharg ing e Store the battery in a dry location with low humidity no corrosive gases and at a temperature range of 10 C to 48 C e Storing the battery in a location where humidity is extremely high or where temperatures fall below 10 C or above 48 C can lead to rusting of metallic parts and battery leakage due to expansion or contraction of parts composed of organic materials e Long term storage can accelerate battery self discharging and lead to the deactivation of reactants locations where the temperature ranges between 10 C and 30 C are suitable for long term storage e When charging for the first time after long term storage deactivation of reactants may lead to increased battery voltage and decreased battery capacity Restore such batteries to their original performance by repeating several cycles of charging and discharging 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Battery Pack and Charger 3 Battery service life Cleaning Disposal 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Batteries used under proper conditions of charging and discharging can be used 500 cycles or more Batteries are chemical products involving internal chemical reactions Performance deteriorates not only with use but also during prolonged storage Normally a battery will last two years or 500 cycles if used under proper condition
15. d Case If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired 30 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Battery Pack and Charger 3 Battery location The Ni MH rechargeable battery s is located in the front of the Field Case in a specially designed compartment Battery compartment Figure 20 The battery compartment Open the compartment by squeezing the two clips together Figure 21 Unscrew the nuts 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 31 3 32 Battery Pack and Charger Battery handling The battery s will be visible i Figure 22 Slide out the battery The battery s can be removed by unplugging the connector and slightly pulling the battery s out of the compartment e Never disassemble the battery as the electrolyte inside is strong alkaline and can damage skin and clothes e Never attempt to short circuit the battery Doing so can damage the product and generated heat can cause burns e Do not dispose of the battery in a fire Disposing of the battery in fire can cause the battery to rupture Also avoid placing batteries in water as this causes batteries to cease to function e Never solder anything directly to the battery This can destroy the safety features of the battery by damaging the safety vent inside the cap e Do not use the battery in an appliance or for purposes for which it was not intended e Do
16. ing proper handling techniques Inspect the Micro GC Field Case and accessories carefully for damage or signs of rough handling Report damage to the carrier and to your local Agilent Technologies Inc office Avoid back strain or injury by following all safety precautions when lift ing heavy objects 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual The 4 channel Field Case will be supplied with a trolley making transport easier f Figure 1 Field Case with trolley 1 Getting Started Unpacking Check the packing list to ensure you have received all that you require Packing list 0 Micro GC Field Case O Accessories optional Table 1 Accessories Car cigarette lighter adapter CP740291 Charger for 12 V battery pack NiMH CP740427 Battery pack NiMH CP740328 Carrier gas refill assembly BS3 CP737161 Carrier gas refill assembly DIN10 CP736964 Carrier gas refill assembly DIN6 CP738012 Carrier gas refill assembly CGA580 CP737013 Carrier gas refill assembly FRANCE CP737381 Carrier gas The carrier gas supply tank is empty transport regulations and should be refilled using the procedure Carrier Gas Refill Instructions on page 24 The common carrier gas for the Micro GC is He N3 or Ar The recommended purity for carrier gas is 99 995 minimum 10 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Instrument Overview 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Getting Started 1 Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Agi
17. l Restricted Rights Legend If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or sub contract Software is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer soft ware as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer software as defined in FAR 52 227 19 June 1987 or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause Use duplication or disclosure of Software is subject to Agilent Technologies standard commercial license terms and non DOD Departments and Agencies of the U S Government will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 19 c 1 2 June 1987 U S Govern ment users will receive no greater than Limited Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 14 June 1987 or DFAR 252 227 7015 b 2 November 1995 as applicable in any technical data Technology Licenses The hardware and or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license Safety Notices CAUTION A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an oper ating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage to the product or loss of important data Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met A WARNING notice
18. lent Technologies Inc Micro GC Field Case Figure 2 The Micro GC Field Case is used to bring the Micro GC 2 and 4 Channel to the sample source Operation is continuous with interchangeable rechargeable battery packs and an internal gas supply Figure2 Micro GC Field Case For problems or questions about your Micro GC Field Case please contact your nearest Agilent Technologies Inc representative 1 12 Getting Started Front view Carrier 1 Carrier gas pressure Battery status Fill 1 Gas fill connector Valve 1 Carrier gas open close valve Battery compartment Figure3 Front view For more information on the Battery status see Battery Pack on page 30 For more information on the Carrier 1 and Fill 1 see Carrier Gas Refill Instructions on page 24 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Getting Started 1 Back view Carrier 1 Carrier gas connection to Micro GC Power connector Power IN male connector Un lock screw Un locking the Field Case interior Figure4 Back view Power source e Voltage of 12 Vdc 150 W e Only use the power supply p n CP742999 provided with the Micro GC See the Micro GC User Manual for more information 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 1 14 Getting Started Battery pack The Micro GC Field Case is equipped with a 12 V 10 Ah ampere hours Ni MH Nickel metal hydride battery See Chapter 3 Bat
19. llation and Use Connecting the Micro GC to the Field Case 1 Loosen the screw at the back of the Field Case e amp Uns Figure5 Screw to loosen 2 Remove the Field Case interior by gently pulling at the handgrip Figure 6 Handgrip to remove interior Do not install the batteries or charge the carrier gas tank until all parts are fully assembled and reinstalled inside the Field Case 16 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Installation and Use 2 3 Place the interior on a flat table and rotate 90 counter clockwise Un rotated interior Rotated interior Figure 7 Rotate the interior 4 Place the Micro GC on the Field Case interior 490 microac SE Agilent Technologies Figure 8 Placing the Micro GC 5 Screw the Micro GC and the interior together with the two Torx T20 screws 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 2 Installation and Use Figure9 Location of screws 6 Set the interior horizontal 7 At the back of the interior attach the power connector Figure 10 Squeeze the connector then push in 18 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Installation and Use 2 8 Using the included tubing situated in the battery compartment connect the Carrier in at the Micro GC with Carrier 1 on the Field Case interior Carrier Figure 11 Tubing location 9 Connect the communication cable inside the Micro GC See the Micro GC user manual
20. m the charger power supply and battery packs e Use a soft not hard or abrasive brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt e Use a soft clean cloth dampened with mild detergent to clean the outside of the case e Never clean the inside of the case e Be careful not to get water on the electronics components e Do not use compressed air to clean the case Disposal must be carried out in accordance with all environmental regulations applicable in your country 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual AgilentProduct Name Variable 490 Micro GC Field Case 3 Battery Pack and Charger Battery Pack 30 Battery Charger 37 ope Agilent Technologies 29 3 Battery Pack and Charger Battery Pack Introduction This Battery Pack CP740328 Figure 19 may only be charged with the Charger CP740427 see Figure 23 on page 37 It may only be used to power the Field Case This Battery Pack is tailored to meet the power needs of the Micro GC Figure 19 Battery Pack p n CP740328 General precautions It is the responsibility of the Customer to inform Agilent Technologies Customer Support Representatives if this battery has been used in com bination with the Micro GC for the analysis of hazardous samples prior to any instrument service being performed or when an instrument is being returned to the Agilent Service Center for repair This battery p n CP740328 is designed for use in combination with the Micro GC Fiel
21. ns will result in rejection of warranty claims Always disconnect the AC power cord and battery packs before attempting any type of maintenance Use proper tools when working on the instrument to prevent danger for you damage to the instrument or both Do not attempt to replace fuses in this instrument Damage can result if the instrument is stored under unfavorable conditions for prolonged periods for example subject to heat or water Do not shut off column flow when the oven temperature is high it may damage the column This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety standards and designed for use indoors If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by Agilent Technologies the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired Substituting parts or performing any unauthorized modification to the instrument may result in a safety hazard Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Initial Inspection Getting Started 1 The Micro GC Field Case will arrive packed in one large box and one or more smaller cartons Inspect the cartons carefully for damage or signs of rough handling Report damage to the carrier and to your local Agilent Technologies Inc office Unpack the Micro GC Field Case and accessories carefully and transfer to the work area us
22. o limit the pressure in the carrier gas cylinder Disconnect the 1 8 inch tube from Fill 1 2 Now escaping gas comes from the Refill Assembly letting off pressure Cap off the Fill 1 2 port The carrier gas cylinder can only be filled to the maximum when the pressure in the gas supply cylinder has sufficient pressure to allow that If the gas supply pressure has dropped below the set point of the relief valve the gauge on the refill assembly will indicate this pressure when both valves are open Additional refill information In case the carrier supply tank depressurized completely and is possibly contaminated with air 1 2 Install the Refill Assembly onto the gas supply cylinder Check and ensure that the valve on the Refill Assembly is closed Close Valve 1 2 At the back of the Field Case disconnect the tubing connecting the Carrier 1 2 and Carrier gas 1 2 At the front of the Field Case remove the 1 8 inch nut at Fill 1 2 Connect the 1 8 inch tube from the Refill Assembly to Fill 1 2 port on the front panel Finger tighten and loosen the nut 1 4 turn First open the valve on the gas supply cylinder then slightly open valve on the Refill Assembly just a little and listen for gas leaking through the nut This purges the Refill Assembly so that no air enters the carrier gas cylinder When the Refill Assembly has been sufficiently purged tighten the Fill 1 2 nut Fill the carrier gas cylinder to about
23. o the Micro GC Turn the carrier gas on using the Valve 1 2 Carrier gas open close valve Switch on the Micro GC After a few minutes the system should be ready for use see Micro GC user manual Always leave the Micro GC Field Case door open using the door lock 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 21 2 Installation and Use Figure 16 The door lock Automatic Battery Selection During startup the system will check how many batteries are available and choose the one which is most charged Only one battery at a time when two batteries are present will be used to power the Micro GC If the battery voltage becomes lower than 9 1 Volt the system will in case of two batteries automatically switch to the second battery Charging the batteries is only possible outside the Field Case using the external charger CP740427 See the Battery Pack manual 22 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Battery Status LED Internal Buzzer 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Installation and Use 2 The two green LEDs in the front of the Field Case indicate the battery status Status Description ON System working Blinking System working but battery needs to be recharged OFF Micro GC is OFF The buzzer is located in the Field Case and gives information about the battery status Table 2 Buzzer action Duration Action Interval beep 10 seconds Battery voltage below 10 5 Volt replace or recharge batte
24. ry 23 2 Installation and Use Carrier Gas Refill Instructions Carrier gas refill assembly Your Micro GC Field Case is equipped with a refillable high pressure carrier supply tank s which has been approved to 12 000 kPa and has an internal volume of 300 cc When the instrument is in use the pressure should not drop in the red area since the Micro GC needs at least 550 10 kPa 80 2 psi to work properly Refilling is done by means of a carrier gas refill assembly Pressure gauge Connection to gas supply Relief valve cylinder Valve Connection to carrier fill port Figure 17 Carrier gas refill assembly 24 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual Installation and Use 2 This special tool is connected directly to the valve on the gas supply cylinder Because this connection differs from country to country Agilent Technologies Inc offers a range of Refill Assembly s to meet all major standards If the connector of this device despite a careful choice does not match your supply unit ask your local gas supplier for the right part It should have 1 4 inch NPT male thread at one end Exchanging is easy Carrier gas refill assy CP 4900 Micro GC Field case ratti eee eee ree ese j l Carrier gauge One channel I Carrier gas cylinder Overpressure relief valve Carrier gas open close valve 12 000 to 550 kPa I I I I l I I I ji I l I I I ji m I G
25. s and not overcharged or overdischarged However failure to satisfy conditions concerning charging temperature and other factors during actual use can lead to shortened life or cycle life damage to products and deterioration in performance due to leakage and shortened service life Significantly reduced service time in spite of proper charging means that the life of the battery has been exceeded At the end of service life an increase in internal resistance or an internal short circuit failure may occur To keep the Battery Pack surface clean e Clean only when the Battery Pack is disconnected from the charger e Use a soft not hard or abrasive brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt e Ifthe outer case is dirty never clean the inside clean it with a soft clean cloth dampened with mild detergent e Never use alcohol or thinners to clean the Battery Pack these chemicals can damage the case e Be careful not to get water on the electronics components e Do not use compressed air to clean the battery pack When the Battery Pack or parts of it has reached the end of its useful life disposal must be carried out in accordance with all environment regulations applicable in your country 35 3 36 Battery Pack and Charger Technical specifications Table 3 Battery Pack technical specifications Technology Number of cells Cell orientation Nominal output voltage Capacity Protection Output
26. ter on the electronics components e Do not use compressed air to clean the Battery Charger Disposal instructions Disposal must be carried out in accordance with all environment regulations applicable in your country Technical specifications Table 4 Battery Charger technical specifications Model Main voltage Frequency Power consumption Output voltage Maximum charge current Output cable Output connector Humidity Conformations Size Weight Mascot MC 2215 90 to 264 Vac 50 to 60 Hz 45 W 6 2 18 Vdc 1 8A Two wires 1 7 meter 2 circuit Mate N lok connector Pin 1 red 12 V Pin 2 black ground 0 to 90 non condensing 2006 95 EC low voltage 2004 108 EC EMC 93 42 EEC Medical 107 x 67 x 36 5 mm 250 grams 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual 39 3 40 Battery Pack and Charger 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual phe Agilent Technologies Agilent Technologies Inc 2014 Printed in the Netherlands February 2014 DANAN N N N TO T NT G3581 90005
27. tery Pack and Charger on page 29 for more details Depending on the condition in which the Micro GC is used the battery will provide power up to 8 hours before recharging becomes necessary If the column temperature is frequently set above 50 C the battery will need recharging sooner When reconditioning columns or stabilizing the system it is advisable to plug in the power supply during this period The 2 channel system is supplied with one battery The 4 channel system is supplied with two batteries Use the Field Case in combination with the Micro GC All ambient requirements for the Micro GC except for the maximum operating temperature are applicable to the Field Case Please read the Micro GC user manual for more details When operating the Micro GC in the Field Case while using the batteries the maximum allowable ambient temperature is 48 C This batter p n CP740328 is designed for use in combination with the Micro GC Field Case If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired 490 Micro GC Field Case User Manual AgilentProduct Name Variable 490 Micro GC Field Case 2 Installation and Use Connecting the Micro GC to the Field Case 16 Automatic Battery Selection 22 Battery Status LED 23 Internal Buzzer 23 Carrier Gas Refill Instructions 24 Shipping 28 Cleaning 28 Disposal 28 fhe Agilent Technologies 2 Insta
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