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1. sss enne enne xii Using the FOCUS GC Document Set eere enne nennen tennnnes XV SECTION Site Preparation Chapter 1 Laboratory PE PARAM oiu oiecik nei card eui pod RE qaot n RR NA Ru 19 ATL AT CO ET 20 Space and Load Requirements scsi cies neri a tenes eina ie tn ERE iia 21 Power Requirements eec erecti b ete Eee eor rae Erie sent EL e E He Ta deo rn Er Rae a deans te 23 120 V ac Power Requirements sese nen rennen rennen 23 230 V c Power Requirements 4 reete pio teer erri goutte pae 23 Power Quality entre Rd re Pe he sett eee Deeds a ete eet baa 23 Effects of Voltage Disturbances eeeseeeeeeeeeeenen nennen 24 ElRSIUSCmMPP 24 Technical JASSISUIBCO iine ertet ete rh Heer erar PTEE e been EEEE ee ep Eyre xe pea SDA 27 Operating Environment ia ise eren diesen cds dear ee aides nists ERU E HEU Rua He ERES ER the 27 cunoept c 27 Cooling Requirement 20 0 0 cece esses eterne en rennes 27 Oven Exhausts TP 29 Altitude orit E Ter Cerrar tt a be POI e cia vite rperer ec ceie rere eer eee 29 HUMAY d 29 Particulate Matter E 29 Blectrostatic Discharge s oia eie e epe Reiciendis ae 30 bjipculo m 30 IET dni 30 Other Environmental Factors sessseeeeeeeeeeee eene nre nennen ener nre 31 Exhaust Syste M inii eren teta ei Rabia
2. Figure 3 2 Swagelok and Inlet Connection 7 While holding the inlet body tightly with a backup wrench tighten the nut about a 3 4 turn past finger tight as shown in Figure 3 3 Figure 3 3 Tightening Swagelok Fittings Jo NOTE You can mark the nut before tightening This will help you confirm that you have turned the nuta 3 4 turn Site Preparation and Installation Manual 51 Chapter 3 Before You Begin Gas Plumbing Basics How to Attach a Swagelok Tee or Cross To use a single gas source for more than one inlet or detector module use a Swagelok tee or cross to split the gas flow Use the following procedure to connect a Swagelok tee or cross 52 1 Use a tubing cutter to cut gas supply tubing where you want to install the tee or cross Connect the tubing to the tee or cross with a Swagelok fitting as described in How to Use Swagelok Tube Fittings on page 50 Measure the distance from the tee or cross to the inlets or detectors and cut tubing in the appropriate lengths Connect the tubing to the tee or cross ends with Swagelok fittings Install Swagelok caps on any open ends of the tee or cross that you do not plan to connect with tubing Site Preparation and Installation Manual Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC A rm This chapter explains the proper gas supply connections and configuration information for your GC Use the information in this chapter to connect your inlet
3. 26 Heat Output FOCUS GC Standard System serene 28 Heat Output FOCUS GC Optional Instruments eese nenne 28 Capillary and Wide Bore Column Gas Recommendations esses 32 Packed Column Gas Recommendations eene 32
4. Fax or mail this form to Thermo Electron S p A Strada Rivoltana km 4 20090 Rodano MI ITALY Fax 39 02 95059388 74 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Glossary This glossary lists and defines terms used in this guide Included are abbreviations acronyms metric prefixes and symbols A ampere ac alternating current ADC analog to digital converter B b bit B byte 8 b baud rate data transmission speed in events per second C C Celsius CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid To cm centimeter CPU central processing unit of a computer CSE Customer Service Engineer D d depth DAC digital to analog converter dc direct current DS data system Site Preparation and Installation Manual 75 Glossary 76 ECD EMC ESD F FID FOB FPD ft GC GND H h h harmonic distortion HV Hz Electron Capture Detector electromagnetic compatibility electrostatic discharge Fahrenheit Flame Ionization Detector Free on Board Flame Photometric Detector foot gram gas chromatograph electrical ground height hour A high frequency disturbance that appears as distortion of the fundamental sine wave high voltage hertz cycles per second Site Preparation and Installation Manual l IEC impulse in T O LAN Ib LED Site Preparation and Installation Manual Glossary International Electrotechnical Commission See transient inch input output kilo 10 or 1024
5. 30 mL min Verify that the corresponding gases flows are correct If not adjust the value turning the relevant regulation screw as shown in Figure 4 4 ARAL EAE E eerte E Pie EERE scies eec Gom cl E LG E EE AB edo pulum 1 turn clockwise of the regulation screw increases the flow of about 2 5 mL min 1 turn counterclockwise of the regulation screw decreases the flow of about 2 5 mL min Figure 4 4 FID External Detector Gases Flow Regulation The flow is measured at the exit of the detector base body Enter the FID detector control menu to turn the flow on off Note for TCD The TCD detector requires the same gas whether for the measure channel carrier and make up gas when necessary and the reference channel reference gas Site Preparation and Installation Manual 61 Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC Helium is the recommended carrier gas due to its high thermal conductivity and chemical inertness The adjustment of the detector gases flow is done in factory prior shipment Helium make up gas 27 mL min Helium reference gas 30 mL min Verify that the corresponding gases flows are correct If not adjust the value turning the relevant regulation screw as shown in Figure 4 5 IQQ 1 turn clockwise of the regulation screw increases the flow of about 2 5 mL min 1 tum cou
6. across and can support a 75 kg 170 Ib load Ensure that the instruments can be placed on surfaces that do not vibrate Ensure that your work area has proper lighting Provide an acceptable power source for your FOCUS GC system Provide a wall outlet configuration that meets specifications Ensure that the temperature in your laboratory is between 15 and 35 C 65 and 95 F Ensure that the relative humidity level in your laboratory is between 40 and 80 with no condensation GE EE Ee ED Ensure that the air in your laboratory is free of excessive dust smoke or other particulate matter Site Preparation and Installation Manual 71 Appendix A Preinstallation Checklist Ensure that your system is free of electrostatic discharge Provide an adequate exhaust system Ensure that you meet appropriate gas line requirements 1 L1 D EL Install a telephone near your system FOCUS GC Preinstallation Checklist to the appropriate ThermoFinnigan office You can refer to Appendix B Customer Communication to select the ThermoFinnigan office nearest you 72 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Customer Communication Thermo Fisher Scientific provides comprehensive technical assistance worldwide and is dedicated to the quality of our customer relationships and services How To Contact Us This appendix contains contact information for Thermo Fisher Scientific S p A office Use the list reported in Customer Comm
7. and electrostatic discharge It is your responsibility to provide an acceptable operating environment for your FOCUS GC system Attention to the operating environment will ensure continued high performance of your gas chromatograph Temperature The room temperature must be maintained between 18 and 35 C 65 and 95 F and should remain consistent As the laboratory temperature increases system reliability decreases J3 NOTE All electronic components generate heat while operating This heat must be dissipated to the surrounding air for the components to operate reliably Cooling Requirements There must be a good flow of air around the system and the air conditioning must be capable of maintaining a constant temperature within the operational limits Any costs for air conditioning are more than offset by good sample throughput and reduced repair costs Site Preparation and Installation Manual 27 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Aw D NOTE 28 Operating Environment Do not directly expose the GC system to any cooling duct outlets The air conditioning load for a basic FOCUS GC system is approximately 400 W 3866 Btu h Table 1 5 and Table 1 6 show the approximate heat output for a FOCUS GC standard system and FOCUS GC optional instruments Table 1 5 Heat Output FOCUS GC Standard S ystem Heat Output Instrument in BTU h7 FOCUS GC 1366 computer 1650 monitor 850 Total 3866
8. 300 to 700 kPa 45 100 psi Each regulator should be equipped with a 1 8 in Swagelok compression fitting or equivalent Figure 1 3 shows a dual stage gas regulator with 1 8 in fittings 34 1 99 995 gas requires the use of appropriate traps Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Gas and Plumbing Requirements Laboratory Preparation n a M Figure 1 3 Dual Stage Gas Regulator Verify with your gas supplier the type of CGA fitting on the gas bottles you order Be sure these fittings match the regulators described in Purity Requirements in this chapter If not contact your gas supplier or your area Thermo Fisher Scientific sales representative to make the appropriate changes Secondary Gas Regulators Because secondary regulation of carrier fuel and make up gases may be provided downstream of the cylinder regulator a single or dual stage regulator is acceptable but it must use a stainless steel diaphragm Gas Tanks Gas tanks should be placed where they cannot damage cables or gas lines Use standard safety practices for securing gas tanks and bottles Gas supply lines should terminate with 1 8 in female Swagelok connectors Stored gases should be placed in an area where a wide temperature variation will not occur Don t forget to plan for gas cylinder storage when preparing your laboratory An
9. 32 ammonia 34 CGA fittings 35 ChromCard minimum requirements hardware 40 operating system 40 ChromQuest minimum requirements hardware 39 operating system 39 Computer heat output 28 power 26 weight 22 CSE installation 43 Customer service 73 D Data System ChromCard 40 ChromQuest 39 minimum requirements 39 Detector Manifold Gas Connections 60 Detectors Site Preparation and Installation Manual gases 32 Doorways 20 Dust 30 E Electrostatic discharge 30 Elevators entrance 20 Entrance 20 Equipment required 37 supplemental 38 Ex works See Shipping origin F FID External Detector Gases Flow Regulation 61 gases capillary and wide bore columns 32 Floors vibration 30 Flushing gas lines 36 Freight insurance 42 Frequency power 23 Fuel gases 32 G Gas lines 35 fittings 36 requirements 36 Gas Sampling Valve Servo Air Connection 63 Gas Supply Connection to the GC FID External Detectors 59 TCD 59 Gases carrier 32 detectors 32 fuel 32 gas lines 35 36 pre cleaned tubing 36 requirements 36 81 Index gas tanks 35 storage 35 make up 32 plumbing basics 49 50 52 cutting tubing 49 Swagelok fittings 50 Swagelok tees and crosses 52 Teflon tape 49 purity 32 air 34 helium 34 hydrogen 34 nitrogen 34 recommendations 32 regulators 34 secondary 35 supplies 32 traps 33 hydrocarbon 33 moisture 33 oxygen 33 water background 33 Ground 23 H Hardware minimum requirements 39 Harmonics 24
10. Heat output autosamplers 28 computer 28 monitor 28 optional instruments 28 printers 28 TRACE GC 28 Helium purity 34 Humidity low high 29 static discharge 29 Hydrocarbon traps 33 Hydrogen purity 34 sensor 32 warning 32 82 l Inlet Manifold Gas Connection 59 Installation 43 Customer Service Engineer 43 equipment required 37 supplemental 38 purchase option 43 Installation kit replacement of consumables 38 Instrument arrival 41 freight insurance 42 L Laboratory entrance shipping container 20 Lighting 30 M Minimum dimensions entrance 20 Minimum requirements hardware 39 Moisture traps 33 N Nitrogen purity 34 o Operating environment user s responsibility 27 Optional instruments heat output 28 power requirements 26 Overvoltage category 24 Oxygen traps 33 P Particulate matter 30 Plugs international 25 USA 25 Plumbing Site Preparation and Installation Manual Layout Example 56 Plumbing gases cutting tubing 49 Swagelok fittings 50 Swagelok tees and crosses 52 Teflon tape 49 Pollution 31 Power 120 V ac 23 230 V ac 23 current requirements optional instruments 26 printers 26 standard system 26 frequency 23 harmonics 24 quality of 23 sags and surges 24 slow average 24 technical assistance 27 transients or impulses 24 voltage disturbances 23 wall outlets 24 Power supply UPS 25 Printers heat output 28 power 26 weights 22 R Regulators 34 Required tools 37 S Sags
11. Kelvin kilogram kilopascal length liter Local Area Network pound light emitting diode meter or milli 10 3 mega 10 micro 10 minute milliliter millimeter 77 Glossary m z NPD PCB PID PN PPKD psi ROM RS 232 78 mass to charge ratio nano 10 Nitrogen Phosphorous Detector ohm pico o7 pascal printed circuit board Photo Ionization Detector part number Purged Packed Column Injector pounds per square inch random access memory radio frequency read only memory industry standard for serial communications Site Preparation and Installation Manual S S sag slow average surge T TCD transient V V V ac V dc VGA Site Preparation and Installation Manual Glossary second See surge A gradual long term change in average RMS voltage level with typical durations greater than 2 s A sudden change in average RMS voltage level with typical duration between 50 us and 2 s Thermal Conductivity Detector A brief voltage surge of up to several thousand volts with a duration of less than 50 us volt volts alternating current volts direct current Video Graphics Array width Watt 79 A Air purity 34 Air conditioning humidity 29 particulate matter 30 temperature 28 user s responsibility 27 Altitude 29 Ammonia carrier gases 34 Autosamplers heat output 28 weight 22 C Capillary columns gases 32 Carrier gases
12. Laboratory Preparation for a list of detector and injector gas requirements 48 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 3 Gas Plumbing Basics Before You Begin Gas Plumbing Basics In order to perform the procedures in this section properly you must first have a working knowledge of a few basic gas plumbing operations During the gas plumbing process you will frequently perform the operations explained in the following sections How to Use a Tubing Cutter Use the following procedure to cut your gas supply tubing properly 1 Attach the tubing cutter where you want to cut the tubing and tighten the knob 2 Rotate the cutter around the tubing and tighten the knob Continue rotating and tightening the knob until you deeply score the tubing 3 Remove the cutter and snap the tubing in two How to Use Teflon Tape on Pipe Threads To ensure an inert seal around all tank and regulator pipe fittings use the following procedure 1 Wrap the tape around the pipe threads in a clockwise direction about three times You should be able to tear the tape easily to separate it from the roll 2 Make sure the tape does not extend past the threads or obstruct the pipe opening 3 Make sure the tape does not twist or bunch up when you connect the pipe 2 NOTE Do not use Teflon tape on S wagelok type compression fittings Site Preparation and Installation Manual 49 Chapter 3 Before You Begin Gas Plumbing Basics Ho
13. a bistable push control Site Preparation and Installation Manual xiii About This Manual Instrument Markings and Symbols Description Out position of a bistable push control Symbol in compliance to the Directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipments WEEE placed on the european market after August 13 2005 xiv Site Preparation and Installation Manual Using the FOCUS GC Document Set About This Manual Using the FOCUS GC Document Set The FOCUS GC Document Set CD Rom PN 317 095 00 includes all manuals in electronic format and serves as your library for information about the FOCUS GC hardware and software The FOCUS GC Document Set PN 317 094 10 as paper copy is also available Furthermore Thermo Fisher Scientific part numbers PN for the paper copy manuals are provided for each book title Site Preparation and Installation Manual PN 317 094 11 This manual and diskette describes how to set up a workspace for the FOCUS GC and how to connect the FOCUS GC to the gas supplies and peripheral devices Instruction Manual for FID PN 317 094 12 This manual provides descriptions of the FOCUS GC hardware and software and instructions for their use Spare Parts Catalog PN 317 094 13 This catalog contains a list of spare parts for the FOCUS GC Site Preparation and Installation Manual XV SECTION Site Preparation The Site Preparation section contains the information y
14. and Installation Manual 57 Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Purging Gas Lines Use the following procedure to attach traps to your gas line 1 Determine the location for the trap in your supply line Figure 4 2 shows the recommended trap order 2 Use a tubing cutter to cut the tubing to the desired length 3 Turn the gas regulator supply handle counterclockwise to reduce line pressure then turn the gas supply on and increase the pressure to 35 kPa 5 psi for about 15 seconds to purge the line of any unwanted debris 4 Turn the gas supply off 5 Usea 1 8 Swagelok fitting to connect the trap inlet to the gas supply tubing coming from the tank 6 Turn the gas supply on to 35 kPa 5 psi for about 30 seconds 7 Turn the gas supply off 8 Connect tubing to the trap outlet with a 1 8 Swagelok fitting Follow this procedure for all traps you wish to add to your gas supply line Purging Gas Lines You must purge the lines any time you make a cut in the tubing during the gas line assembly process This will clear them of any debris from the cut You will also need to purge the completely assembled gas lines including any traps you plan to use before you connect the your gas supply to the FOCUS GC Use the following procedure to purge the gas lines 1 Turn the gas supply on and set the pressure to 35 kPa 5 psi 2 Allow the line to purge for 10 minutes 3 Turn off the gas supply 58 Site Preparation and
15. and detector gas supplies Chapter at a Glance Using IH ydrbpEen uuu eee dne m Edere sr de pid e E R de 54 Connecting the Gras SUDDLGS 21er eee teret era e rure eerie ple rada ite pie 56 Adding Traps to the Gas Supply eee betreten tere eene dee 57 Parime Gas Pii TC 58 Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC iui n eieertde cce ere dece idet reete tis 59 Connecting the Servo Air for the Gas Sampling Valve esses 63 Testing for x HE 64 Before you begin plumbing gas to the GC locate the main power cable and position it near the appropriate outlet Do not plug in the power cable at this time Follow the procedures in this section to build your gas supply lines for carrier make up and detector gases DO NOT loosen or remove caps from the GC until you have purged your gas lines and are ready to connect them Loosening or removing caps early will contaminate instruments and filters Site Preparation and Installation Manual 53 Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Using Hydrogen WARNING Hydrogen is a dangerous gas that when mixed with air may create an explosive A mixture The use of hydrogen as a carrier gas requires the operator s extreme caution Special precautions must be taken because of the risk of explosion The gas chromatograph must be equipped with a hydrogen sensor if you use hydrogen as a Carrier gas Refer to Using Hydrogen on page 54 for more informat
16. e a e ER Bee re Feb eel E Ehe os 31 Gas and Plumbing Requirements 11 estere desided addiieneesatdevedi oevdsssanviaedennadas 32 GIS PUP NE 33 AT APS Feces HQ 33 Purity Requirement ce eeseeseceseceesseeeseecsseeeseceaeceseeseeseeeeeseeeaeeeaecsaeenseeees 33 Gas Regulators and Fittings dub sl alia oed Ae a ead boten e e 34 Site Preparation and Installation Manual V Contents Secondary Gas Regulators ecceceeccsseesseeeeseeseeceaeceseceaeceeeeeaeeeaeseaeeeeeeaeens 35 Gcr CM Em 35 ya EAMES M EMT 36 Telephone CPP a a 37 Required Tools ona aede ap nei itr rite vat sleet A esee te 37 Supplemental Equipment etie teet edad eh neo E ee ev eee Lee eo EE Een Ee dena elo 38 Hardware and Software Minimum Requirements esee rennen 39 ChromQuest Data System niente le a i ee La ER eei o 39 Hardware Requirements eese enne ren rennen 39 Operating System Requirement seeseeseeeeeeeeneeeneeen eene 39 Chrom Card Data System 2 ei irte tense me et esee dee e io tado iE 40 Hardware Requirements eeseeeseseeeeeeenenen eene nre ren nnne 40 Operating System Requirement essere nennen 40 Chapter 2 instrument ATIVallo aod eixisbioae nach dim Ra QE na ORE ARI d rex Ea A RR RAI K Un Oa perd aea Aii 41 Shipping Information nennen ease eas nev ee RE eee e Re eed xa sieeve aves rg ead 41 ista TI ie ns
17. iem aei tee tete te tetuer el ees eens 31 Gas and Plumbing Requirements eae reet meet cre doses 32 Telephone C RN 37 Dro M 37 Supplemental Eguipimiei eee iie teinte rece e ed rete Perd Rae doble 38 Hardware and Software Minimum Requirements eee 39 Site Preparation and Installation Manual 19 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation 2 NOTE Entrance Entrance FOCUS GC systems operate reliably under controlled environment conditions Operating or maintaining a system outside the specifications outlined in this guide may cause many different types of system failures The repair of such failures is specifically excluded from the standard warranty and service contract coverage Use this chapter to ensure that your site meets all the criteria of the Preinstallation Checklist in Appendix A In addition to the information in this chapter you must also obey the building and safety rules and regulations for construction that apply in your area The entrance to your facility and the width of all hallways elevators and doorways should be at least 92 cm 37 in However you should allow additional room for maneuvering the system around corners into elevators or through doorways The FOCUS GC and accessories are shipped in a container with the following dimensions I 92 cm 37 in w 76 cm 30 in h 88 cm 35 in The
18. reete eee eph rea Leere eb eere tori eee tet 41 Icd EE 43 VR 44 Information Instruments are shipped in the manner agreed upon at the time of sale There are two categories of shipping Origin FOB and Destination FOB CIP or CIF Origin For instruments shipped Ex Works also known as FOB Free On Board Origin damages incurred in shipment are the responsibility of the purchaser and the carrier However Thermo Fisher Scientific will assist with filing claims and billable repairs if necessary Site Preparation and Installation Manual 41 Chapter 2 Instrument Arrival Shipping Information Destination There are two types of Destination shipping CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid to Destination and CIF Carriage Insurance and Freight paid to Destination These are also known as FOB Destination For all types of Destination shipping Thermo Fisher Scientific will file claims against the carrier for any damages incurred in shipment Note however that Thermo Fisher Scientific will not accept liability for damage not recorded on the receiving documents Receiving Instruments 2 NOTE 42 Thermo Fisher Scientific instruments are shipped by electronic equipment carriers who specialize in the handling of delicate equipment Occasionally however equipment inadvertently gets damaged in transit Please take the following precautions when receiving the instruments Check carefull
19. when available Site Preparation and Installation Manual 33 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Gas and Plumbing Requirements Helium For carrier gas 99 995 high purity with less than 1 0 ppm each of water oxygen and total hydrocarbons after purification One full size tank that has an outlet pressure of 400 700 kPa 60 100 psi Use a regulator with a CGA 580 connection or equivalent Use water oxygen and hydrocarbon traps Hydrogen For carrier or detector fuel gas 99 995 high purity with less than 1 0 ppm of total hydrocarbons after purification One full size tank that has an outlet pressure of 400 700 kPa 60 100 psi Use a regulator with a CGA 350 connection or equivalent Use water oxygen and hydrocarbon traps Air For detector fuel gas 99 995 high purity Use a regulator with a CGA 0590 connection or equivalent Air compressors are not acceptable because they do not meet pressure water and hydrocarbon requirements Nitrogen For carrier or make up gas 99 995 high purity with less than 1 0 ppm of total hydrocarbons after purification Use a regulator with a CGA 0580 connection or equivalent Argon For carrier or make up gas 99 995 high purity Use a regulator with a CGA 350 connection or equivalent Gas Regulators and Fittings Gas tanks may be equipped with either single or dual stage regulators that contain stainless steel diaphragms The regulator output pressure should be adjustable from
20. 24 Secondary gas regulators 35 Setting up the instrument 48 Shipping 41 container 20 damage 42 destination 42 origin 41 Site preparation Site Preparation and Installation Manual Index preinstallation checklist 47 user s responsibility 20 verifying 47 Slow average 24 Solvent in gas lines 36 Static discharge See Electrostatic discharge Supplemental equipment 38 Surges 24 Swagelok fittings 50 Swagelok tees and crosses 52 T TCD Detector Gases Flow Regulation 62 Gases Capillary and Wide Bore Columns 32 Packed Columns 32 Technical assistance line power problems 27 See also Customer service Teflon tape 49 Telephone 37 support 37 Temperature air conditioning 28 laboratory optimum 27 See also Heat output system reliability 27 Tools 37 Training 44 Transients or impulses 24 Tubing cutter 49 U unpacking 47 UPS power supply 25 User s responsibilities air conditioning 27 operating environment 27 quality of power 27 spares 38 83 Index V Vibration 30 Voltage disturbances harmonics 24 sags and surges 24 slow average 24 transients or impulses 24 Voltages 120 V ac 23 230 V ac 23 USA 23 Worldwide 23 Ww Wall outlets GC connections 26 Weights computer 22 optional instruments 22 printers 22 TRACE system 22 Wide bore columns gases 32 Workbench 22 84 Site Preparation and Installation Manual List of Figures Figure 1 1 Figure 1 2 Figure 1 3 Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 Figu
21. C Traps UHP Ultra High Purity gases should not contain impurities above 1 ppm Impurities below 1 ppm generally do not require purification Gases with higher impurity levels may require oxygen and hydrocarbon traps A number of GC supply and accessory companies carry a variety of traps for gases See Figure 4 2 Gas Trap Order on page 57 for the correct trap installation sequence For more information on gas purification contact your local Thermo Fisher Scientific CSE Moisture Traps Water in the carrier or fuel gas may damage the gas chromatograph column and contaminate the FOCUS GC system Water content should be less than 1 ppm in all cases If you are using multiple traps install the moisture trap closest the gas supply before the hydrocarbon and the oxygen trap Hydrocarbon Traps Hydrocarbon traps remove organic materials from gases If you are using multiple traps install the hydrocarbon trap after the moisture trap but before the oxygen trap Oxygen Traps Oxygen content in the carrier and gas lines should be less than 1 ppm To achieve a level of oxygen of less than 1 ppm install an oxygen removing trap in the carrier gas line between the gas tank and the GC If you are using multiple traps the oxygen trap should be the last trap in the series Purity Requirements The following sections describe the minimum requirements for gases used in your gas chromatograph system Always consider using UHP 99 999 pure gases
22. Installation Manual Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC The gas supply connections to the GC are schematically shown in Figure 4 3 Detector Injector I l oo o l 1 I pee T a a ea a EL LOENEN ETETEN ETE Carrier and Detector Gases Connections when TCD is present Figure 4 3 Inlet Manifold and Detector Manifold Gas Supply Connections Connection to the Inlet Manifold By now you should have done the following Site Preparation and Installation Manual 59 Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC po NOTE e completely built your gas line from your gas supply including any traps tees and extra tubing to allow about 40 cm 16 in of slack in the line e purged the gas line after every tube cut to remove any debris or contaminants Use the following procedure to connect the gas line to the GC inlet manifold 1 Make sure the gas supply is turned off 2 Connect the gas line to the carrier gas inlet with 1 8 in Swagelok fittings If the GC has been furnished with a 2x1 mm tube use the ferrule for 2x1mm 1 8 in provided in the start up kit Repeat the process if you are connecting the carrier gas supply to more than one inlet Be sure to finish all inlet connections before turning on the gas supply Connection to the Detector Man
23. Part of Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Scientific FOCUS GC Gas Chromatograph Site Preparation and Installation Manual PN 317 094 11 Revision May 2007 FOCUS GC Site Preparation and Installation Manual May 2007 Edition Part Number 317 094 11 2007 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc All rights reserved Printed in Italy Published by Thermo Electron S p A Strada Rivoltana 20090 Rodano Milan Italy Tel 39 02 95059355 Fax 39 02 95059388 Printing History First Edition released June 2002 Second Edition released May 2003 Third Edition released April 2004 Fourth Edition released November 2004 Fifth Edition released January 2005 Sixth Edition released September 2005 Seventh Edition released June 2006 Eighth Edition released May 2007 Disclaimer Technical Information contained in this publication is for reference purposes only and is subject to change without notice Every effort has been made to supply complete and accurate information however Thermo Fisher Scientific assumes no responsibility and will not be liable for any errors omissions damage or loss that might result from any use of this manual or the information contained therein even if this information is properly followed and problems still arise This publication is not part of the Agreement of Sale between Thermo Fisher Scientific and the purchaser of a FOCUS GC system In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this document a
24. Requirement Requirement Instrument in amperes in amperes FOCUS GC 20 10 computer 4 2 monitor 2 Total 26 13 Table 1 4 Maximum Current Requirements for FOCUS GC Optional Instruments 120 V Current 230 V Current Requirement Requirement Instrument in amperes in amperes GC Autosamplers AS 2000 0 8 0 4 HS 2000 1 6 0 8 AI AS 3000 0 6 0 3 TriPlus 2 1 Printers ink jet printer plotter 1 8 0 9 laser printer 7 3 5 Other peripheral devices such as purge and trap units may be connected to the FOCUS GC These peripheral devices may have additional power requirements Consult your local Thermo Fisher Scientific CSE for assistance Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Operating Environment Laboratory Preparation Technical Assistance Occasionally unacceptable quality in line power sources may adversely affect the operation of a FOCUS GC system It is the user s responsibility to correct line voltage problems Specifying power conditioning equipment is a complex task that is best handled by a company or consultant specializing in that field Contact your Thermo Fisher Scientific CSE for assistance in locating a power consultant Refer to Appendix B Customer Communication for a Thermo Fisher Scientific office in your area Operating Environment The operating environment in your laboratory is affected by such factors as temperature humidity particulate matter
25. Table 1 6 Heat Output FOCUS GC Optional Instruments Heat Output Instrument in BTU bh GC Autosamplers AS 2000 550 HS 2000 820 AI AS 3000 341 5 TriPlus 752 Printers ink jet printer plotter 200 laser printer 2900 Other peripheral devices such as purge and trap units may be connected to the FOCUS GC These peripheral devices may have additional cooling requirements Consult your local Thermo Fisher Scientific CS E for assistance Site Preparation and Installation Manual Operating Environment Anne Altitude Humidity Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Oven Exhaust The GC oven exhaust vents are in the rear of the instrument Hot air 350 C 660 F exits through these vents during GC operation As stated under Space and Load Requirements in this chapter there should be at least 30 cm 12 in free space behind the instrument to allow the exhaust to dissipate Any material exposed to the oven exhaust must be able to withstand repeated exposure to temperatures of up to 350 C 660 F Oven exhaust can cause severe burns Avoid working behind the instrument when the oven vents during cooling down cycles Do not expose gas tanks or bottles chemicals regulators electrical cords or other temperature sensitive items to oven exhaust The maximum operating altitude for the FOCUS GC is 2 000 meters above sea level The relative humidity of the operating environment must be betwee
26. allation Manual 31 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Gas and Plumbing Requirements Gas and Plumbing Requirements You must provide the gas supplies for your gas chromatograph Be sure to order Anne 32 your gases and regulators far enough ahead of time to have them ready for the GC installation process All Thermo Fisher Scientific gas chromatographs are designed to use an inert gas as the carrier gas If you wish to use hydrogen as a carrier gas you must install a hydrogen sensor Contact a Thermo Fisher Scientific sales representative if you plan to use hydrogen as the carrier gas in your new FOCUS GC If you don t have the hydrogen sensor you must use an inert carrier gas Table 1 7 lists the gas recommendations for capillary columns Table 1 7 Capillary and Wide Bore Column Gas Recommendations Detector Type Carrier Gases Fuel Gases Make Up Gas FID Helium Hydrogen Air Helium Nitrogen Nitrogen Hydrogen TCD Helium None Same as carrier Nitrogen Hydrogen Argon Table 1 8 lists the gas recommendations for packed columns Table 1 8 Packed Column Gas Recommendations Detector Type Carrier Gases Fuel Gases Make Up Gas TCD Helium None Not Required Nitrogen Hydrogen Argon Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Gas and Plumbing Requirements Laboratory Preparation Gas Purity If possible you should use only instrument or chromatographic purity grade gases in your FOCUS G
27. armonic distortion is a high frequency disturbance that appears as distortion of the fundamental sine wave Total harmonic distortion should be less than 3 Effects of Voltage Disturbances Constant high line voltage or surges in voltage can cause overheating and component failures Constant low line voltage or sags in voltage can cause the system to function erratically Transients even of a few microseconds duration can cause electronic devices to fail catastrophically or to degrade shortening their lives significantly Harmonic distortion can cause noise in power supply lines and degrade the performance of the instrument Therefore it is important to establish the quality of the line power in your laboratory prior to the installation of your FOCUS GC system pe NOTE The interconnected power outlets for the FOCUS GC system require a common point to one ground connector If there are two such points with each connected to separate external grounds noise current will flow through the ground system via the ground loop that is formed Wall Outlets The power cable from the FOCUS GC is approximately 3 m 9 ft long 2 NOTE Use an Uninterruptible P ower Source UPS to protect your data system against possible loss due to power outages At this time we do not recommend using a UPS with the GC 24 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Power Requirements Laboratory Preparation Most UPS systems are not designed to provide hig
28. autosampler to the FOCUS GC Use the following scheme to connect the autosampler cables to the GC 2 NOTE To connect the TriP lus sampler please refer to the TriP lus Operating Manual FOCUS GC TIMED EVENTS AUTOSAMPLER i i i i l AI AS 3000 i Pig roc AAE I COMPUTER i n GENERIC SAMPLER 1 1 TRAY Gc ft HANDSHAKE SIGNAL i i i o o i i l 1 i i fe Be SA otha tdt sy ahh ER ondas AS 3000 SAMPLING UNIT COMPUTER AS 2000 AS 2000 SAMPLING UNIT Control Module FOCUS GC o Ce RO eae T M TIMED EVENTS AUTOSAMPLER COMPUTER Gc GENERIC SAMPLER o HANDSHAKE SIGNAL I SIGNAL COMPUTER HS 2000 HS 2000 SAMPLING UNIT Control Module kind FOCUS GC fo O fF SES SSS Se mie eie ee eS ees TIMED EVENTS AUTOSAMPLER GENERIC SAMPLER ol HANDSHAKE SIGNAL SIGNAL COMPUTER Site Preparation and Installation Manual 67 Chapter 5 Getting Connected Mounting Peripheral Devices If the GC and autosampler are on the GC will automatically recognize the autosampler Refer to the autosampler operating manual for instructions on mounting the autosampler turret and tray on top of the GC and for configuration instructions Computing Integrators 68 Setup your integrator and connect it to a power supply according to the manufacturer s instructions Each FOCUS GC comes with shielded two conduct
29. container and its contents weigh approximately 65 kg 145 Ibs Other modules such as the computer monitor and options are shipped in their own containers Their dimensions and weights are less than those of the FOCUS GC container 20 1 Your instrument is shipped in a container the smallest dimension of which is 92 cm 37 in If the entrance to your laboratory will not accommodate a 92 cm 37 in container you can remove the individual modules from the container before moving them into the room If the instrument is removed from its shipping container before it is delivered to the lab site be sure that all the contents of the container remain with the instrument Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Space and Load Requirements Laboratory Preparation Space and Load Requirements 2 NOTE We recommend the following space allowances for the area around the gas chromatograph e The working area should be at least 1 5 m 5 ft wide e The working area should be 1 5 m 5 ft deep The depth includes a 75 cm 30 in bench for the gas chromatograph The area behind the instrument should be a minimum of 30 cm 12 in Provide enough space around the instrument for operators to work beside it and in front of it Keep in mind that the GC oven vents to the rear Any material exposed to the oven exhaust must withstand repeated exposure to temperatures of up to 350 C 660 F The space requirements and wei
30. e 120 V ac 6 10 frequency of 50 60 Hz 2 Hz 1600 VA e three duplex outlets single phase power with a minimum power rating of 20 A at each duplex outlet e earth ground hard wired to the main panel 230 V ac Power Requirements For FOCUS GC systems installed in countries using 230 V ac power the minimum power requirements are as follows e 230 V ac 10 e frequency of 50 60 Hz 2 Hz 1600 VA e three duplex outlets with a minimum power rating of 16 A at each duplex outlet e earth ground hardwired to the main panel Power Quality The quality of power supplied to your FOCUS GC system must be stable and within the specifications listed in this guide The line voltage must be free of fluctuation due to slow changes in the average voltage surges sags transients and harmonics Site Preparation and Installation Manual 23 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Power Requirements The FOCUS GC system operates in an Overvoltage Category II environment as defined in International Standard EN 61010 Below are definitions for the most common voltage disturbances Slow average is a gradual long term change in average root mean square RMS voltage level with typical durations greater than 2 s Sags and surges are sudden changes in average RMS voltage level with typical durations between 50 us and 2 s Transients or impulses are brief voltage surges of up to several thousand volts with durations of less than 50 us H
31. e packing list to verify the shipment is complete Site Preparation and Installation Manual 47 Chapter 3 Before You Begin Unpacking the Instrument 2 Inspect each item for damage e Jfequipment is damaged keep boxes and their equipment in their existing condition and immediately notify the carrier e Submit a damage claim directly to the carrier and send a copy including any shortage claims to your authorized Thermo Fisher Scientific sales representative e Do not return any equipment to the dealer or the factory without prior factory authorization 3 Place the FOCUS GC on your bench allowing space to the rear of the instrument for venting A mme The FOCUS GC weighs 30 kg 70 Ibs Two people should lift the instrument onto the benchtop You should already have configured your laboratory according to the space requirements in Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation and the gas and power supplies should be accessible Optional equipment should be placed near the GC so you can connect it easily After placing the FOCUS GC on the bench open the oven door and remove any packing material or other debris Before continuing with the installation you should determine the following e the type of detector installed on the GC e the type of injector port installed on the GC e the type of carrier gas required for the detector e the type of makeup gas required for the detector Refer to Gas and Plumbing Requirements in Chapter 1
32. edteaees 41 Ib sie alain ii 42 Receiving Instruments 0 ecceeccceessecenseceesceeeeeeceaeeesaeceeaeceeaeeceaeecsaaeeeaaecseaeceeaeeceeeessas 42 IntcllEitor 43 jc DAP a 44 SECTION II Installation Chapter 3 Before You BEGUN oec rabat bari spa Ronin vi or ont D Ee 47 Verity Site Preparation 1 25 1 eren Pn cassia EE Ue ra ME Y Leo RETE ER Ve PERSA AERE ROTER Se re 47 Unpacking the Instrument nieder tiet deae enia tide Re ei RU ERE E dL sae i 47 Gas Plumbing Basics 2i rere ttti rra ee de bes cete t Ee em ee d Hue e dd 49 How to Usea Tubing Cutter etc eb er c ees 49 How to Use Teflon Tape on Pipe Threads seeeeen 49 How to Use Swagelok Tube Fittings eene nene 50 How to Attach a Swagelok Tee or Cross eene 52 Vi Site Preparation and Installation Manual Contents Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC c scssssssesesssssseessseessssensseenssseneseesanenesnensanennanennaneeeneeneneeneas 53 Using Hydrogen t HE tb et o n oat o t oro te heute txt 54 Using the Hydrogen Sensor dti elena e Eee et opa ce ep a 55 Building the Gas Limes sews asec tree distare merde derat rite ipt eb acu Eas Pape LE ee 56 Connecting th Gas Supplies niei eerte sie aa aei aee eda eden 56 Adding Traps to the Gas Supply eeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenen nennen 57 Purging Gas Lanes inei Eie stia ut
33. eee de ie pe ed ete Bob edet antisites 58 Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC sees 59 Connection to the Inlet Manifold eese 59 Connection to the Detector Manifold sess eene 60 Connecting the Servo Air for the Gas Sampling Valve eene 63 Testing for Leak p E 64 Chapter 5 Getting COMMGCECG M 65 Mounting Peripheral DEVICES issaicece c ides cui etd netter te pe el etaed nad eer e in et EN inaug 66 Connect the Data System Computer sess nennen nennen 66 Connect the Autosampler Cable diii eene at ee ebd ere Eee ede ide 67 Computing Integrators ssseeseeeeeeeeeee eene ener en nennen ener nter 68 System Power Up E ia 69 Appendix A Preinstallation Checklist saiasisissnssciansssssosansasaadacensasnssainsnnviehswiivonndandusnsagnianiadadunadenn UR AK DE Ring DER E UEE 71 Appendix B Customer CommuricallOrt i iumnsccuiss pe temen o Sx xa act asc R E ORA ORE QE OR OU ETC 73 How To Contact U c HN 73 Reader Sutyey ese men Recopier m Pi ape trie eee aed ees 74 CL M 75 ler T 81 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Vii Contents Viii Site Preparation and Installation Manual About This Manual Overview The Site Preparation and Instal
34. em Contact your local Thermo Fisher Scientific office for details If you have not purchased the installation option refer to Section II Installation for installation instructions Site Preparation and Installation Manual 43 Chapter 2 Instrument Arrival Training Training Valuable training on Thermo Fisher Scientific instruments and software is offered worldwide Experience has shown that maximum value can be derived from a scientific instrument if there is one person who has a major responsibility for the instrument We recommend that you designate a key operator to manage the operation and maintenance of the FOCUS GC system We also recommend that the key operator receive training at your site or at one of the local Thermo Fisher Scientific offices For information on courses or enrollment contact your local Thermo Fisher Scientific office Thermo Electron S p A Strada Rivoltana km 4 20090 Rodano MI ITALY 39 02 95059 355 44 Site Preparation and Installation Manual SECTION Installation If you have purchased the installation option for your system a Thermo Fisher Scientific authorized CSE Customer Support Engineer will install your system If you have not purchased the installation option this section will help you set up your FOCUS GC Included in this section are basic installation procedures you will need to be familiar with before you can install the GC Chapter 3 Before You Begin contains u
35. following precautions especially if you are operating your system at the lower end of the relative humidity specification listed above e Use a static dissipating floor covering such as tile or conductive linoleum in the room housing your instrument e Use laboratory chairs covered with natural fibers or other static dissipating material e Wear laboratory coats and clothing made from natural fibers or other static dissipating material e Do not place polystyrene foam cups or packing materials on the instrument Place your instruments on surfaces that are free of vibration Be aware of vibrations caused by equipment in adjoining locations Overhead lighting is recommended to light your work area Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Exhaust System Laboratory Preparation Other Environmental Factors The FOCUS GC operates in an environment where normally only non conductive pollution occurs but in which temporary conductivity due to condensation must be expected This is a Pollution Degree 2 environment as specified in International Standard EN 61010 Exhaust System Laboratories meeting the heating and cooling requirements specified in this manual will sufficiently circulate lab air to prevent accumulation of gases and fumes vented during normal GC use Extensive leaks in plumbing lines to the GC may present hazards Be sure to follow all local codes regulating plumbing of gases Site Preparation and Inst
36. ghts for the standard system components are given in Table 1 1 Similar information for FOCUS GC optional instruments is provided in Table 1 2 The FOCUS GC system should be placed on a workbench that has minimum dimensions of 0 75 x 2 m 2 5 x 6 ft The workbench must also be capable of supporting the weight of the data system computer or computing integrator 27 kg 60 Ib plus the weight of any options Be sure there is at least 16 cm 6 in of space behind the workbench for connections In addition there must be at least 92 cm 36 in of vertical clearance from the top of the FOCUS GC system Therefore you should avoid placing the instrument below cabinets or shelves To keep the data system computer or integrator close to the electrical connections we recommend placing it on the right side of the GC Use Table 1 1 to determine the minimum space and weight requirements for a standard FOCUS GC system Site Preparation and Installation Manual 21 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Space and Load Requirements Table 1 1 Minimum Space and Weight Requirements FOCUS GC Standard System Width Instrument i FOCUS GC gas chromatograph 68 27 64 25 44 18 30 66 computer 18 7 44 17 44 17 12 27 monitor 39 15 39 15 39 15 14 30 keyboard 5 2 51 20 21 8 1 2 D NOTE The total load on the workbench is 75 kg 164 Ibs Use Table 1 2 to determine the space and weight requirements for optional instrumen
37. h quality distortion free power for scientific equipment The 120 V ac systems are fitted with U S standard National Electronics Manufacturers Association NEMA 5 20P power plugs A NEMA 5 20P power plug and its corresponding outlet are rated at 20 A and 125 V ac The power cables from the personal computer monitor and printer are approximately 2 m 6 ft long The 120 V ac systems are fitted with NEMA 5 15P plugs For optional instruments the plug requirements may vary Refer to your product s user manual for specifications Figure 1 1 shows the NEMA power plugs and outlets Outlet Plug Outlet Plug NEMA 5 20P NEMA 5 15P Figure 1 1 NEMA 5 20P and 5 15P Power Plugs and Outlets 120 V ac The 230 V ac systems are fitted with Shuco German type power plugs Plug requirements are dictated by country Figure 1 2 shows the Shuco power plug and outlet Outlet Plug Shuco Plug Figure 1 2 Shuco 230 V ac Power Plugs and Outlets Site Preparation and Installation Manual 25 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation CAUTION 2 NOTE 26 Power Requirements You should never connect the FOCUS GC and its peripheral devices to the same electrical wall outlet You will run the risk of overloading the circuit Tables 1 3 and 1 4 show maximum current requirements for the FOCUS GC system and optional instruments Table 1 3 Maximum Current Requirements for the FOCUS GC Standard System 120 V Current 230 V Current
38. he carrier gas pressure to approximately 50 kPa 7 psi higher than the maximum pressure of the GC regulator Set the detector gas pressures to approximately 350 kPa 50 psi Next you need to check all Swagelok e fittings for leaks Use the following procedure to check the fittings for leaks Use a handheld electronic leak detector compatible with the carrier gas in use to check each fitting for leaks If you detect a leak tighten the connection and retest it Repeat this process until all Swagelok connections are leak free A Do not use liquid soap leaks sensor for leaks Liquid soap leaks sensor contaminates your system A mixture of 50 H 0 50 methanol or isopropyl alcohol may be used as a liquid leak detector Never use liquid leak detectors on or around electronic pneumatic circuits 64 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Getting Connected This chapter explains the FOCUS GC power connections and helps you mount and configure peripheral devices and data systems Chapter at a Glance Mounting Peripheral Desibesi i neuro aee rre Prin nite din rare 66 Aystem Power E iet nita recreate ile ba ed e e Eee aperte cans 69 Site Preparation and Installation Manual 65 Chapter 5 Getting Connected Mounting Peripheral Devices Mounting Peripheral Devices If you plan to use any peripheral devices with your GC such as an autosampler or data system you will need to unpack them and follow any setup instructio
39. ientific sales representative To comply with 54 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 4 Using Hydrogen Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC instrument safety requirements a Thermo Fisher Scientific CSE or authorized service technician should install the sensor If you plan to use a sensor other than the recommended Thermo Fisher Scientific sensor you must verify its ability to perform the functions listed above before installing it It must comply with your local safety regulations or with the IEC 61010 regulations if local regulations do not exist Using the Hydrogen Sensor The lower limit of the hydrogen sensor is 0 5 in volume You should adjust the detection threshold to 1 in volume which is 25 of the hydrogen lower limit of explosion 4 in volume In cases where the connections begin to leak or the column breaks the sensor alerts the operator Then it automatically cuts off the gas supply and heating to the active zones and sweeps the column oven with forced air ventilation If the sensor detects anomalies or leaks during GC operation due to instrument malfunction the operator must immediately close the hydrogen supply e switch off the gas chromatograph e air out the room The reliability of the sensor depends on careful maintenance After the sensor is in use you must periodically check its operating performance and calibration as recommended by the manufacturer Refer to your hydrogen sensor s ins
40. ifold 2 NOTE 60 Before you connect the detector gas line you should have done the following e built and connected the gas supply lines for your inlet gas supply as described in Building the Gas Lines in this chapter completely built your detector gas line from your gas supply including any traps tees and extra tubing to allow about 40 cm 16 in of slack in the line as described in Building the Gas Lines in this chapter e purged the gas line to remove any debris or contaminants as described in Purging Gas Lines in this chapter Use the following procedure to connect the gas line to the detector manifold 1 Make sure the gas supply is turned off 2 Connect each detector gas line to the appropriate detector gas bulkhead with 1 8 in Swagelok fittings If the GC has been furnished with a 2x1 mm tube use the ferrule for 2x1mm 1 8 in Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 4 Connecting the Gas Supply to the GC Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC A WARNING Pressure of the supply gas lines should be set to a minimum of 400 kPa 60 psi to ensure the regulation of detector gases Maximum input pressure to FOCUS GC from supply gas lines is 1000 kPa 145 psi Note for FID The FID requires hydrogen and air as fuel gas and nitrogen as make up gas The adjustment of the detector gases flow is done in factory prior shipment Hydrogen fuel gas 35 mL min Air fuel gas 350 mL min Nitrogen make up gas
41. ion Using Hydrogen The use of hydrogen as a carrier gas or as fuel for certain flame detectors requires the operator s strict attention and compliance with special precautions due to the hazards involved Hydrogen is a dangerous gas particularly in an enclosed area when it reaches a concentration corresponding to its lower explosion level 4 in volume When mixed with air it can create an explosive mixture An explosion hazard could develop in the GC oven when hydrogen is used as a carrier gas if oven elements are not perfectly connected to each other or if the connection materials are worn out broken or otherwise faulty Use the following safety precautions when using hydrogen Ensure that all hydrogen cylinders comply with the safety requirements for proper use and storage Hydrogen cylinders and delivery systems must couply with local regulations e Make sure the gas supply is turned completely off when connecting hydrogen lines e Perform a bubble test to ensure that the hydrogen lines are leak tight before using the instrument Perform this test after the pressure test described in the Testing for Leaks portion of this chapter Repeat this test to eliminate all leaks e Ensure your GC column oven has a Thermo Fisher Scientific hydrogen sensor A hydrogen sensor continuously monitors the hydrogen level in the GC column oven If your GC oven does not have a hydrogen sensor already installed contact your Thermo Fisher Sc
42. l indicates an eye hazard Eye protection must be worn This symbol indicates the user must wear a protective screen when performing the procedure This symbol indicates the user must wear protective shoes when performing the procedure This symbol indicates the user must wear protective clothing when performing the procedure This symbol indicates the user must wear gloves when performing the procedure Instrument Markings and Symbols The following table explains the symbols used on Thermo Fisher Scientific instruments Only a few of them are used on the FOCUS GC gas chromatograph Symbol Description Xii Direct Current Alternating Current Both direct and alternating current Three phase alternating current Site Preparation and Installation Manual Instrument Markings and Symbols About This Manual Symbol Description Earth ground terminal Protective conductor terminal Frame or chassis terminal Equipotentiality On Supply Off Supply Equipment protected throughout by DOUBLE INSULATION or REINFORCED INSULATION Equivalent to Class II of IEC 536 Indicates that the user must refer to the manual for specific Warning or Caution information to avoid personal injury or damage to the product Caution risk of electric shock Caution hot surface Caution refer to accompanying documents dl ddl de OL eO In position of
43. lation Manual will help you prepare for the arrival and installation of your FOCUS GC gas chromatograph Following the procedures and guidelines in this manual will help the installation process go smoothly This manual is organized as follows Section I Site Preparation contains the information you need to prepare for the arrival of your FOCUS GC gas chromatograph system In addition to laboratory and operating environment standards this section contains information about the shipping and delivery of your FOCUS GC system Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation gives you all the information you need to prepare your laboratory for the arrival of your FOCUS GC system Chapter 2 Instrument Arrival gives an overview of shipping and receiving procedures installation and training Section II Installation contains information to help you set up and install your FOCUS GC gas chromatograph Chapter 3 Before You Begin contains unpacking instructions and provides a brief tutorial of basic gas plumbing operations you must know before you can continue the installation process Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC explains the proper gas supply connections and configuration information for your GC Chapter 5 Getting Connected explains the FOCUS GC power connections and helps you mount and configure peripheral devices and data systems Appendix A Preinstallation Checklist contains a step by step list of items you should comp
44. lete before your FOCUS GC system arrives Appendix B Customer Communication contains contact information for Thermo Fisher Scientific offices worldwide Use the Reader Survey in this section to give us feedback on this manual and help us improve the quality of our documentation Site Preparation and Installation Manual ix About This Manual Conventions Used in This Manual The Glossary lists and defines terms used in this guide and the Site Preparation Help File This includes are abbreviations acronyms metric prefixes and symbols The ndex contains an alphabetical list of key terms and topics in this guide with cross references and the corresponding page numbers Conventions Used in This Manual The following symbols and typographical conventions are used throughout this manual Bold Italic Monospace Monospace Bold KEY NAME Aw NOTE Bold text indicates names of windows menus dialog boxes buttons and fields Italic text indicates cross references first references to important terms defined in the glossary and special emphasis Monospace or Courier indicates filenames and filepaths or text the user should enter with the keyboard Monospace Bold indicates messages or prompts displayed on the computer screen or on a digital display This symbol illustrates menu paths to select such as File Open Bold uppercase sans serif font indicates the name of a key on a keyboard or keypad s
45. n 5 and 95 with no condensation Operating your FOCUS GC system in low humidity will cause the accumulation and discharge of static electricity which shortens the life of electronic components Operating your GC system in high humidity causes condensation which can lead to short circuits High humidity also blocks traps on cooling fans We recommended you equip your laboratory with temperature and humidity monitors to ensure your laboratory is always within the required temperature and humidity specifications Particulate Matter The air in your laboratory must not have excessive dust smoke or other particulate matter The air should contain fewer than 1 000 000 particles per cubic meter 100 000 particles per cubic foot larger than 5 um Site Preparation and Installation Manual 29 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Operating Environment Dust can clog the air traps causing a reduction in air flow around electronic components Dust will also form a layer on electronic components that will act as an insulating blanket reducing the transfer of heat from the components to the surrounding air Electrostatic Discharge Vibration Lighting 30 The FOCUS GC with all its covers in place is not susceptible to static discharge However laboratory conditions that expose instrumentation and laboratory personnel to repeated high levels of static discharge should be considered a safety hazard Therefore we recommend you take the
46. nd those contained in Thermo Fisher Scientific s Terms and Conditions the provisions of the Terms and Conditions shall govern Reference to System Configurations and Specifications supercede all previous information and are subject to change without notice Trademarks FOCUS GC is a trademark of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc and its subsidiaries Other brand and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Declaration Manufacturer Thermo Electron S p A Thermo Electron S p A is the manufacturer of the instrument described in this manual and as such is responsible for the instrument safety reliability and performance only if installation e re calibration e changes and repairs have been carried out by authorized personnel and if e the local installation complies with local law regulations e the instrument is used according to the instructions provided and if its operation is only entrusted to qualified trained personnel Thermo Electron S p A is not liable for any damages derived from the non compliance with the aforementioned recommendations Thermo Electron S p A Strada Rivoltana 20090 Rodano MI ITALY About This n isi cai s ix OVETVICW cicsscdssce cna E EE EE O EOE EERON REEERE EEREN EEPE ase coed AE EEA GEOES ix Conventions Used in This Manual esee eren nnen ener X Instrument Markings and Symbols
47. ne Do not place gas tanks in the path of the GC oven exhaust Site Preparation and Installation Manual 35 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Gas Lines 36 Gas and Plumbing Requirements Gas lines should be refrigeration grade precleaned copper or new stainless steel be 1 8 in or 1 4 in diameter gas lines longer than 3 m 10 ft and supplying more than one GC should be 1 4 in be free of oil be free of moisture run to the back or side of the FOCUS GC system be spliced with Swagelok fittings Precleaned tubing Properly cleaned tubing is solvent flushed and purge dried with an inert gas such as nitrogen or helium Flush gas lines using acetone or hexane Never use a chlorinated solvent When flushing gas lines collect the solvent passing through the gas line and inspect it for discoloration or residue Continue to flush gas lines until all waste solvent is free of discoloration and residue Purge the gas line for several minutes to make sure the gas line is free of all FOCUS GCs of solvent DO NOT use any tubing other than new clean metal tubing of the specified size allow any brazed or soldered plumbing joints to be made in the gas delivery system without precleaning allow pipe threaded joints without PTFE tape as a sealant no other thread sealant is acceptable use PTFE tape on compression fitting joints Swagelok fittings or equivalent mix components of one fitting brand with those of another brand f
48. npacking instructions and provides a brief tutorial of basic gas plumbing operations you must know before you can continue the installation process Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC explains the proper gas supply connections and configuration for your GC Chapter 5 Getting Connected explains the FOCUS GC power connec tions and helps you mount and configure peripheral devices and data systems Before You Begin This chapter contains unpacking instructions and a brief tutorial of basic gas plumbing operations you must know before you can continue the installation process Chapter at a Glance Verily Site Pre Parana sei ueteri ree t t eee e TEANG 47 Unpacking the Instrument 1 en I Re eee Pe per ACE ER a 47 a8 Plumbing GSR D lee dee 49 Verify Site Preparation Before the FOCUS GC system can be installed your laboratory must be in compliance with the guidelines and requirements in the Site Preparation section of this manual Use the Preinstallation Checklist in Appendix A to verify your laboratory conditions conform to the guidelines in Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation before you unpack your GC and begin the installation process Unpacking the Instrument You should have already inspected the exterior of the shipping container for damage as described in Chapter 2 Instrument Arrival Carefully unpack the instrument and do the following 1 Check the contents of each box or crate against th
49. ns included with them Follow the instructions in the sections below to connect your peripheral devices to the GC Connect the Data System Computer There are two types of information transfer techniques between the FOCUS GC and the computer digital and analog Use the following procedure to connect your data system computer to the GC for digital transfer 1 6 Connect the computer monitor keyboard mouse printer if applicable and network connection if applicable according to the instructions in the accompanying documentation Plug in the computer monitor and printer power cables Connect the RS232 cable supplied with the data system to one of the COM ports of you computer taking note of which port you use You will need this information for software configuration Connect the other end of the cable to the port on the rear of the GC labeled COMPUTER Turn on the GC if it is not already on the computer the monitor and the printer Check the time date and monitor settings Test the printer and network connections and install drivers as necessary Refer to your data system s operating manual for instructions on configuring your data system and using it to control GC functions and process information from the GC 66 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 5 Mounting Peripheral Devices Getting Connected Connect the Autosampler Cable You can connect an TriPlus AI AS 3000 AS 2000 or HS 2000
50. nt The following items are supplemental equipment necessary for the installation of your FOCUS GC system Some of them are supplied with the instrument 2 NOTE 38 carrier gas refer to Gas and Plumbing Requirements on page 32 for information about the carrier gas requirements for your gas chromatograph detector gas refer to Gas and Plumbing Requirements on page 32 for the detector gas requirements for your gas chromatograph dual stage gas cylinder pressure regulators with an output pressure range of 0 700 kPa 0 100 psi stainless steel diaphragms and a 1 8 in Swagelok terminate nut sample syringe 5 or 10 ul columns a 7 m test column is supplied with each GC tubing and fittings for carrier and detector gases refer to Gas Tanks on page 35 for the tubing and fitting requirements for your gas chromatograph spare septa column ferrules Swagelok fittings leak detector 50 50 IPA water solution or an electronic leak detector data system or integrator refer to Hardware and Software Minimum Requirements on page 39 for the data system requirements It is the responsibility of the customer to replace any consumables used during installation Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Hardware and Software Minimum Requirements Laboratory Preparation Hardware and Software Minimum Requirements Your FOCUS GC produces analog and digital data output when you perform chromatographic analysis A computer
51. nterclockwise of the regulation screw decreases the flow of about 2 5 mL min Figure 4 5 TCD Detector Gases Flow Regulation The flow is measured at the exit of the detector Enter the TCD detector control menu to turn the flow on off 62 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 4 Connecting the Servo Air for the Gas Sampling Valve Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Connecting the Servo Air for the Gas Sampling Valve The connection of the servo air supply for the gas sampling valve is schematically shown in Figure 4 6 MAKEUP REF Figure 4 6 Gas Sampling Valve Servo Air Connection Use the following procedure to connect the servo air to the GC inlet manifold when the GC is equipped with the gas sampling valve 1 Make sure the air supply is turned off 2 Connect the air line to the Servo air inlet with 1 8 in Swagelok fittings 2 NOTE If the GC has been furnished with a 2x1 mm tube use the ferrule for 2x1mm 1 8 in provided in the start up kit Are Pressure of the servo air supply line should be set to a maximum of 500 kPa 72 psi Site Preparation and Installation Manual 63 Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Testing for Leaks Testing for Leaks Once you have connected the gas supply to the GC inlet you need to test the supply lines for leaks Turn on your gas supply and use the following information to set the gas pressures for the leak test 2 3 Set t
52. or example Swagelok ferrules with Tylok body etc Site Preparation and Installation Manual Telephone Telephone Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation We recommended you install a telephone near the instrument so if necessary you can conveniently operate the system while speaking with Thermo Fisher Scientific Technical Support Refer to Appendix B Customer Communication for a list of Thermo Fisher Scientific offices worldwide The telephone line should accept digital transmissions for direct connection to the FOCUS GC The telephone outlet should be within 2 m 6 ft of your system Required Tools The following tools are required for the installation and maintenance of your FOCUS GC system Some of them are supplied with the instrument two 16 X 17 mm open ended wrenches two 12 X 14 mm open ended wrenches two 8 X 10 mm open ended wrenches two 7 X 6 mm open ended wrenches two 7 16 X 3 8 in open ended wrenches 1 and 2 cross recessed Phillips screwdrivers small and large common screwdrivers wire strippers 6 in adjustable Crescent wrench elbow Channelok pliers a pen light steel rule tape Teflon tape tweezers 12 in adjustable Crescent wrench 1 8 in tubing cutter Site Preparation and Installation Manual 37 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Supplemental Equipment a gas flow meter Allen wrench set including 1 5 mm 2 mm 2 5 mm 3 mm 4 mm 5 mm and 6 mm wrenches Supplemental Equipme
53. or cables for each detector analog output and a remote ready inhibit start and stop cable handshake cable The two conductor cables consist of a blue positive wire a white negative wire and a shield wire The handshake cable has a DIN connector on one end for connection to the rear panel of the GC and leads on the other for connection to the integrator The blue positive and white negative wires of the two conductor cable connect the detector output and the integrator Figure 5 1 shows the cable connections Integrator GC Detector Board Blue Positive Wire OV 1V 10V GND White Negative Wire Handshake Cable To GC Shield Wire White Negative Wire V Blue Positive Wire two conductor cable Shield Wire Cut or insulate the shield wire connector when using an integrator or a data handling system If a recorder is used connect the shield wire to the recorder ground Figure 5 1 Integrator Cable Connections Refer to your integrator s operating manual for instructions on using the integrator to process information from the GC Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 5 System Power Up Getting Connected System Power Up By now your lab should be equipped with the proper power supply and outlets as described in Power Requirements in Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation You also should have completed the gas supply plumbing
54. ou need to prepare for the arrival of your FOCUS GC gas chromatograph In addition to laboratory and operating environment standards this section contains information about the shipping and delivery of your FOCUS GC system Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation gives you all the information you need to prepare your laboratory for your FOCUS GC system Chapter 2 Instrument Arrival gives an overview of shipping and receiving procedures installation and training Laboratory Preparation This chapter gives you all the information you need to prepare your site for the arrival of your FOCUS GC system It also includes a list of tools and supplies you need to install your gas chromatograph The information in this chapter will help you plan construct and fully equip your laboratory Your laboratory must meet the requirements for power exhaust systems and environmental conditions explained in this chapter before your gas chromatograph can be installed Your laboratory preparations should be completed before the FOCUS GC is unpacked Complete any work that creates dust high humidity or corrosive vapors before you begin unpacking the instruments Chapter at a Glance ipi e 20 Space and Load Requirements netter eene teer atria e 21 Power Boquiremenis x uci eee edite nre rro nee Ped er c recie see evi 23 Operating PrIitonmbstib iiec eit terc EE PRE HH e e DESURL Measles ial es 27 Etat Sy SU coo
55. procedure as described in Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC If you have not already done so connect the power cord to the GC Plug the power cord into the appropriate power outlet The power switch is located on the back side of the GC Flip the switch to the ON position If the detectors are not already installed on your FOCUS GC you will need to install them now Refer to the FOCUS GC Instruction Manual for more information about installing detector You will need to install a column in the GC Refer to the FOCUS GC Instruction Manual for more information about installing columns For system test information refer to the FOCUS GC Instruction Manual and to the user manuals of any accessories you have connected to your FOCUS GC system Site Preparation and Installation Manual 69 Chapter 5 Getting Connected System Power Up 70 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Preinstallation Checklist This appendix contains a step by step list of items you should complete before your FOCUS GC arrives Please complete the checklist after reading the Site Preparation section This will ensure that your site is suitable for the installation of your new FOCUS GC Please contact a ThermoFinnigan Customer Support Engineer CSE if you encounter any difficulties preparing your site for installation Ensure that entrances and hallways are at least 92 cm 37 in across Ensure that your workbench space is at least 1 5 m 4 5 ft
56. pter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Use the following procedure to connect tubing to the gas supply control valves 1 Make sure the initial supply valves on cylinders or panel board are turned off Determine the length of tubing you need Use only enough tubing to connect the instrument to the gas supplies but allow enough slack to allow the GC to be moved at least 40 cm 16 in from other equipment This allows enough room to perform column connections and system maintenance Also be sure to account for tee connections Use a tubing cutter to cut the tubing Use a Swagelok tube fitting to attach the tubing to the gas outlet Refer to How to Use Swagelok Tube Fittings in Chapter 3 Before You Begin for instructions on using Swagelok fittings Adding Traps to the Gas Supply You may wish to use traps such as moisture or oxygen traps in your gas supply line Traps are especially necessary if you are unsure of the purity of your gas supplies Refer to Gas and Plumbing Requirements in Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation for more information about gas purity requirements and appropriate traps for your GC Figure 4 2 shows the proper order of traps in a gas supply line Refer to your trap s instruction manual for specific purging and installation requirements Gas Supply 7 GC Oxygen trap Moisture trap Hydrocarbon trap Figure 4 2 Gas Trap Order Site Preparation
57. re 4 1 Figure 4 2 Figure 4 3 Figure 4 4 Figure 4 5 Figure 4 6 Figure 5 1 NEMA 5 20P and 5 15P Power Plugs and Outlets 120 V ac wo eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeneeees 25 Shuco 230 V ac Power Plugs and Outlets sese 25 Dual Stage Gas Regulator reete ete eet i t eee e erre eot ae 35 Swagelok Ferrule and Nut Assembly sese 50 Swagelok and Inlet Connection essere eret enne 51 Tightening Swagelok Fittings eese nennen enne 51 Example of Plumbing Layout certet E tene mu porte reet 56 Gas Trap Order ecce ute eet ete Pere P egeo ete hee eet tenet 57 Inlet Manifold and Detector Manifold Gas Supply Connections 59 FID External Detector Gases Flow Regulation eee 61 TCD Detector Gases Flow Regulation seen enne 62 Gas Sampling Valve Servo Air Connection eeseeeeeeeeeen ene 63 Integrator Cable Connections ere esterne eee etae Urea eene n cena 68 List of Tables Table 1 1 Table 1 2 Table 1 3 Table 1 4 Table 1 5 Table 1 6 Table 1 7 Table 1 8 Minimum Space and Weight Requirements FOCUS GC Standard System 22 Space and Weight Requirements FOCUS GC Optional Instruments 22 Maximum Current Requirements for the FOCUS GC Standard System 26 Maximum Current Requirements for FOCUS GC Optional Instruments
58. truction manual for maintenance guidelines WARNING Never use hydrogen in your FOCUS GC system unless your GC oven has a hydrogen sensor installed NOTE Thermo Fisher Scientific CSEs are not authorized to install or repair any instrument using hydrogen as a carrier gas unless the instrument is equipped with the appropriate sensor o 1 IEC 1010 1 First Edition September 1990 IEC 1010 1 Amendment 1 September 1992 IEC 1010 1 Amendment 2 June 1995 Site Preparation and Installation Manual 55 Chapter 4 Plumbing the Gas Supply to the GC Building the Gas Lines Building the Gas Lines Building the gas supply lines to the GC includes connecting the gas lines to the gas supply control valves and adding any traps or filters to the line An example of plumbing layout is shown in Figure 4 1 A Cylinders Bunker B 1 4 inch Long Distance Plumbing C Regulators Board D Gas Traps E 1 8 inch Short Distance Plumbing Figure 4 1 Example of Plumbing Layout Connecting the Gas Supplies To properly connect the gas lines to the gas supplies panel board you will need the following materials e 1 8 in copper tubing e a tubing cutter e 8 in Swagelok nuts and front and back ferrules e two 7 16 in X 3 8 in open ended wrenches e Teflon tape A wanno Handle and secure all gases according to local safety regulations 56 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Building the Gas Lines Cha
59. ts for your FOCUS GC system Table 1 2 Space and Weight Requirements FOCUS GC Optional Instruments Height Width Weight Instrument cm in cm in in kgs lbs Autosamplers AS 2000 Control Module 8 5 3 3 18 T 61 24 6 13 AS 2000 Turret Tray 50 20 30 12 30 12 8 18 HS 2000 Control Module 8 5 3 3 18 7 61 24 6 5 14 HS 2000 Turret Tray 64 25 39 15 33 13 10 22 AI 3000 AutoInjector 40 16 23 9 25 10 6 13 AS 3000 Autosampler 40 16 40 16 25 10 6 13 TriPlus 66 7 26 3 87 34 3 77 3 30 4 25 56 TriPlus extended version 66 7 26 3 122 48 773 30 4 25 56 Printers inkjet printer plotter 20 8 43 17 38 15 4 8 laser printer 29 12 42 17 41 16 20 44 2 NOTE Other peripheral devices such as purge and trap units may be connected to the FOCUS GC These peripheral devices may have additional bench space requirements Consult your local Thermo Fisher Scientific Customer Support Engineer CSE for assistance 22 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 1 Power Requirements Laboratory Preparation Power Requirements It is your responsibility to provide an acceptable source of power You should provide a dedicated power line with a circuit breaker capable of withstanding the power ratings listed in the following sections 120 V ac Power Requirements For FOCUS GC systems installed in the US and other countries using 120 V ac power the minimum power requirements are as follows
60. uch as ENTER This symbol alerts you to an action or procedure that if performed improperly could damage the instrument This symbol alerts you to important information related to the text in the previous paragraph Site Preparation and Installation Manual Conventions Used in This Manual WARNING eppbbPpPbbpb o Site Preparation and Installation Manual About This Manual This symbol alerts you to an action or procedure that if performed improperly could result in damage to the instrument or possible physical harm to the user This symbol may be followed by icons indicating special precautions that should be taken to avoid injury This symbol indicates electric shock hazard This symbol indicates danger from hazardous chemicals This symbol indicates danger from high temperature surfaces or substances This symbol indicates a fire hazard This symbol indicates an explosion hazard This symbol indicates a toxic hazard This symbol indicates the presence of flammable materials This symbol indicates the presence of radioactive material This symbol indicates an operation or procedure that must NOT be performed by the user A Thermo Fisher Scientific authorized Customer Support Engineer must perform this procedure Xi About This Manual g 9 9 p oo Instrument Markings and S ymbols This symbol indicates all metal objects such as watches jewels etc must be taken off This symbo
61. unication to contact your local Thermo Fisher Scientific office or affiliate Thermo Electron S p A Thermo Electron S p A INTERNATIONAL SALES DEPARTMENT INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT Strada Rivoltana Strada Rivoltana 20090 Rodano Milano 20090 Rodano Milano Tel 39 02 95059 226 Tel 39 02 95059 373 Fax 39 02 95059 256 Fax 39 02 95059 225 This appendix also contains a one page Reader Survey Use this survey to give us feedback on this manual and help us improve the quality of our documentation Site Preparation and Installation Manual 73 Appendix B Customer Communication How To Contact Us Reader Survey Product FOCUS GC Manual Site Preparation and Installation Manual Part No 317094 11 Please help us improve the quality of our documentation by completing and returning this survey Circle one number for each of the statements below Strongly Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Disagree The manual is well organized 1 2 3 4 5 The manual is clearly written 1 2 3 4 5 The manual contains all the information I need 1 2 3 4 5 The instructions are easy to follow 1 2 3 4 3 The instructions are complete 1 2 3 4 3 The technical information is easy to understand 1 2 3 4 5 Examples of operation are clear and useful 1 2 3 4 5 The figures are helpful 1 2 3 4 5 I was able to install the system using this manual 1 2 3 4 5 If you would like to make additional comments please do Attach additional sheets if necessary
62. w to Use Swagelok Tube Fittings The Swagelok fitting consists of four components a Swagelok nut a back ferrule a front ferrule and an inlet body It becomes a five piece connection when affixed to the tubing The two ferrules merge when the nut is tightened forming a safe and leak free seal between the tubing and body Use the following procedure to connect tubing using Swagelok fittings 1 Place a Swagelok nut over the end of the tubing 2 Place a back ferrule over the end of the tubing 3 Place a front ferrule over the end of the tubing If you are using tubing smaller than 1 8 in make sure the tubing extends only 5 mm past the front ferrule This will prevent damage to the fritted filter inside the inlet manifold Figure 3 1 shows the proper assembly order Swagelok Front Inlet nut ferrule body Back Tubing ferrule Figure 3 1 Swagelok F errule and Nut Assembly 4 Push the Swagelok nut over the ferrules 5 Insert the tubing into the inlet body as far as it will go If you are using tubing smaller than 1 8 in make sure the tubing extends only 5 mm past the front ferrule when you insert it into the inlet body 50 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 3 Gas Plumbing Basics Before You Begin 6 Slide the nut over the inlet body as shown in Figure 3 2 and tighten until finger tight Inlet body Tubing ferrule and nut assembly
63. with a data system or a computing integrator can be used to process the data from the GC The following topics provide the minimum requirements for computer hardware and operating systems depending on the data system you use to process the GC data ChromQuest Data System The ChromQuest data system has the following minimum computer requirements Hardware Requirements 133 MHz Pentium processor 48 MB RAM 1 GB hard drive CD ROM mouse serial port 2 NOTE Computer compatibility should not be assumed The computer may not be included with the FOCUS GC ChromQuest data system Operating System Requirements Windows 2000 XP Site Preparation and Installation Manual 39 Chapter 1 Laboratory Preparation Hardware and Software Minimum Requirements Chrom Card Data System The Chrom Card data system has the following minimum computer requirements Hardware Requirements 133 MHz Pentium processor e 24MB of RAM e 1 GB hard drive e CDROM Operating System Requirements e Windows 2000 XP 40 Site Preparation and Installation Manual Instrument Arrival Shipping This chapter gives an overview of shipping and receiving procedures installation and training The information in this chapter will give you an idea of what to expect when your FOCUS GC system arrives Telephone and fax numbers for the Thermo Fisher Scientific offices are listed in Appendix B Customer Communication Chapter at a Glance ARUN Monni secet
64. y for obvious damage or evidence of rough handling including TM triggering of Shockwatch and Tiltwatch labels e If external damage is apparent note this fact on all copies of the receiving documents and describe briefly the extent of the damage The driver should sign or initial next to your comments to signify agreement with your observations It may be necessary to photograph damaged areas for claims purposes Contact the appropriate Thermo Fisher Scientific office to report the damage e Move the cartons to a protected location preferably to the installation site e Leave the boxes as complete as possible and do not unpack the components unless absolutely necessary The Customer Support Engineer CSE will also check for damage and verify the completeness of shipment This will protect you in the event of missing or damaged components Freight insurance requires that obvious damage be noted on the receiving documents Site Preparation and Installation Manual Chapter 2 Installation Instrument Arrival Installation If you have purchased the installation option you must submit a completed Preinstallation Checklist Appendix A to us before a Thermo Fisher Scientific CSE will install your system The CSE will unpack and completely install the system including optional instruments The CSE will also initialize settings verify that the system is operating according to specifications and familiarize you with the syst

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