Teledyne ML – T101 Operation Manual
8.3.5.3. Changing the H
The converter operates at 315º C. Severe burns can result if the
assembly is not allowed to cool. Do not handle the assembly until it is at
Converter Efficiency = 490.3 ÷ 499.1
Converter Efficiency = 0.982 (98.2%)
10. It is recommended that the H
replaced if the converter efficiency falls below 96% or whatever efficiency
rating is specified by local regulatory requirements.
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The H
converter is located in the center of the instrument, see Figure 3-5 for
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location, and Figure 8-3 for the assembly. The converter is designed for replacement of
the cartridge only; the heater with built-in thermocouple can be reused.
Turn off the analyzer power, remove the cover and allow the converter to
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cool.
Remove the top lid of the converter as well as the top layers of the
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insulation until the converter cartridge can be seen.
room temperature. This may take several hours.
Remove the tube fittings from the converter.
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Disconnect the power and the thermocouple of the converter. Unscrew
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the grounding clamp of the power leads with a Phillips-head screw driver.
Remove the converter assembly (cartridge and band heater) from the
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can. Make a note of the orientation of the tubes relative to the heater
cartridge.
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Unscrew the band heater and loosen it, take out the old converter
cartridge.
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Converter Catalyst Material
CAUTION
Instrument Maintenance
converter catalyst material be
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