Drain Connection Electrical Connection Start Up Sequence Connecting to the Mass Spectrometer Tubing lengths IMPORT ANT DOCUMENTS Normal Operation On Demand Gas Generator Cycling Unusual Operation Service Requirements Service Schedule Service Indication Page 2 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
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ABN2ZA User Manual Stage 1 Stage 2 Service Indication Reset Service Plans Cleaning Run Time Alarm Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Trouble Shooting Page 3 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
Please review each of the following sections carefully. Thank you for selecting Peak Scientific to meet your Gas Generation needs, and should you require any further assistance or support please do not hesitate to contact Peak Scientific or the Peak Partner from which you purchased your Generator.
ABN2ZA User Manual Introduction The ABN2ZA has been developed to cater for the requirements of the AB Sciex range of LCMS instruments. This model provides a source of Nitrogen gas as well as two independent supplies of clean, dry air; other features include: •...
Safety Notice to Users These instructions must be read thoroughly and understood before installation and operation of your Peak ABN2ZA Generator. Use of the Generator in a manner not specified by Peak Scientific MAY impair the SAFETY provided by the equipment.
The pressures shown on the Generator front panel are in excess of the maximum inlet pressure of the Mass Spectrometer. This is to allow for known pressure drops. These settings have been approved by AB SCIEX. Page 8 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
Check ‘SHOCKWATCH’ label for signs of rough handling prior to un-packing – Any damage should be reported immediately to the carrier and Peak Scientific or the Peak Partner from where the unit was purchased. Follow the unpacking instructions posted on the side of the crate. It will require two people to remove the unit from the shipping crate and to manoeuvre the Generator onto the floor.
Maximum Operating Ambient Conditions: 35°C (dry bulb) 80%RH (Max) General Dimensions 600mm 750mm 712mm Figure 1: General Dimensions The Generator must always be placed on a level surface. Failure to do so will affect the performance of the Generator. Page 10 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
5. Retain the transit brackets as these must be refitted if the Generator be transported again. Note: Do not re-fit door panels in preparation for Voltage Check Figure 3: Slide bracket out Page 11 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
ABN2ZA User Manual Unit Controls Alarm Pressure gauges Power Mute switch Curtain Source Exhaust button Service Left Hand Side Right Hand Side Figure 4: Unit controls display Figure 5: PLC display Page 12 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
ABN2ZA User Manual Rear Connections Supplied in the Fittings Kit are all the fittings required to connect the ABN2ZA Generator to the appliance. The contents of the Fittings Kit are as follows: Power connection 230VAC 50/60Hz C20 socket Power cord...
Generator. To ensure that the correct voltage is being supplied to the Generator, the ABN2ZA comes equipped with an inbuilt voltmeter. This is located on the underside of the compressor compartment, Figure 7 below, and will measure and display the mains voltage that is being supplied to the Generator.
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When the Generator is switched on, the input voltage will be displayed on the voltmeter. If this reading is 219V or less, then we would highly recommend fitting a transformer. This can be ordered directly from Peak Scientific with the order number being as below.
Dry Air and Nitrogen. The Generator is now purged and the tubes can be connected at the rear of the unit. Page 16 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
Use 10/8 (10mm O/D, 8mm I/D). Tubing and fittings not supplied in the fittings kit. > 40 metres: Please contact Peak with the relevant distance and we will calculate the flow resistance and the tubing size required. A combination of 6/4 and 10/8 tubing may be used to ensure that there is no large diameter tubing within the lab (i.e.
MODEL TYPE: INSTALLATION DATE (DD/MM/YYYY): TELEPHONE: Important Please Note: You have 1 month to register your Peak Scientific product from the date of shipment. If you wish to defer installation of your generator you must notify Peak Scientific within month shipment date.
Unusual Operation If at any time the Generator begins to emit excessive noise or vibration, then it should be switched off and you should contact Peak Scientific or the Peak partner from which the Generator has been purchased from. Page 19...
Service Requirements Service Schedule Your ABN2ZA generator requires a service annually. The generator will indicate when a service is due (12 months after the initial installation date). A service kit is available from your service representative which includes all the consumables required to maintain your generator.
Service Indication Reset Once the service has been completed the Service Indication LED can be reset in the main control PLC. This will be performed by the Peak Service Engineer or trained service representative that completes the service operation. Service Plans Peak Scientific offer two service plans.
Generator. Run Time Alarm The ABN2ZA monitors the cycling of the internal compressors and can detect if this stops. If the internal compressors stop cycling it can be for a number of reasons, such as a leak (either in the Generator or between the Generator and the Mass Spectrometer), component failure, imminent compressor failure or excessive ambient conditions.
• Ensure ambient temperatures are within the specification. stop even after power cycling the • The alarm must be reset by a qualified service technician. unit. Contact your service provider. Page 23 Peak Scientific – Rev 9A – 16/09/15...
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