(c) by the use of parts not manufactured by Gasmet Technologies Oy and its subsidiaries; or (d) by modification or service by anyone other than Gasmet Technologies Oy and its subsidiaries.
- Do not use the analyser in EX rated areas. - The equipment must not be operated in wet conditions. - Do not drop the analyser. - The DX4040 Instruction and Operating Manual should be read and understood before operating your unit. Symbols DC (Direct Current) AC (Alternating Current) Important Information;...
ESOLUTION OF NALYSIS 4 GASMET DX4040 FTIR GAS ANALYSER ............... 21 4.1 I ........................21 NTRODUCTION 4.1.1 Applications of the Gasmet DX4040 Analyser ..........21 4.1.2 Structure of the Gasmet DX4040 Analyser ............21 4.2 G DX4040 T .............. 22 ASMET...
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6.4.8 Measurements ....................... 55 6.4.9 Emailing Results and Spectra ................58 6.4.10 Checking Storage Space ..................59 6.4.11 Flushing and Switching Off DX4040 via Bluetooth .......... 59 6.4.12 Transferring of Spectrum/Results Files ............. 60 6.4.13 Application Selection .................... 60 6.4.14 Update Calcmet Lite Settings ................61 6.5 M...
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APPENDIX C: LI-ION BATTERIES GENERAL USAGE INSTRUCTIONS ..... 70 APPENDIX D: RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE END-USERS OF BATTERIES .... 71 APPENDIX E: LASER SAFETY INFORMATION ..............72 APPENDIX F: CERTIFICATION ....................73 APPENDIX G: VOCABULARY ....................74 APPENDIX H: GASMET SALES AND SUPPORT OFFICES ..........75...
Figure 8. Dimensional drawing of the DX4040 analyser enclosure........26 Figure 9. Battery LED indicator....................28 Figure 10. Front panel: sample gas fittings and connectors of the DX4040 model..29 Figure 11. Gas fittings....................... 30 Figure 12. User Account Control settings................43 Figure 13.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) TABLES Table 1. Power switch in Off mode..................32 Table 2. Power switch in Cable mode..................32 Table 3. Power switch in Bluetooth mode................33 Table 4. Battery relative state of charge status..............34 Table 5.
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DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 1 INTRODUCTION This instruction and operating manual provides information of the Gasmet DX4040 Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) gas analyser. Please read this manual carefully and thoroughly prior to using the analyser. Improper use of the analyser may damage the equipment.
2 SUPPLIED GOODS 2.1 Package Gasmet DX4040 is shipped in a wooden box or in a dedicated transport case (optional). To open the box, first open the lid of the box. Remove any additional smaller items on the top of the analyser. Finally lift the analyser out of the box. A laminated paper describing the list of items delivered with Gasmet DX4040 is included in the shipment.
The options available are: Coupling insert for DX4040 in the analyser end. • Transport case designed for DX4040. • External battery charger for DX4040 including external charger, USB cable and • AC/DC PSU. Additional AC/DC PSU. • Additional Gasmet batteries.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 3 PRINCIPLE OF MEASUREMENT 3.1 Principles of Infrared Spectroscopy Infrared (IR) spectroscopy is a technique for chemical analysis and determination of molecular structure in solid, liquid, and gas state. The principles that molecular vibrations occur in the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum and functional groups in chemical compounds have characteristic absorption frequencies are the basis of this technique.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) Figure 1 shows how a carbon dioxide CO molecule behaves when it interacts with infrared radiation. All different vibrations, rotations, and their combinations result in absorption bands of specific wavelengths of the infrared radiation.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) Figure 2. An absorbance spectrum of carbon dioxide CO measured with a DX-4015 model. c(CO ) = 50 ppm, T = 50 C, absorption path length = 9.8 m. 3.2 Components of a Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer Figure 3 shows the basic parts that are typical for all non-dispersive FTIR spectrometers.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) The unique part of an FTIR spectrometer is the interferometer. Figure 4 shows a Michelson type interferometer. A mirror collects and collimates the infrared radiation from the source before it strikes the beam splitter. The beam splitter ideally transmits one-half of the radiation, and reflects the other half.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) Optical path difference x/2 (cm Figure 5. A typical interferogram. The spectrum is computed from the digitized interferogram by performing a Fourier transform by a computer utilizing a Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) algorithm. 3.3 Quantitative Analysis of FTIR Spectra The basic law for spectroscopic quantitative analysis is Beer's law (also known as the Beer-Lambert law).
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) absorbance is directly proportional to the concentration of the sample gas at a given wavelength. Since Beer's law is additive, the total absorbance A is equal to the sum of the values of A of each gas component.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) For example, suppose we have a sample spectrum and reference spectra like those shown in Figure 6. In this case, we know that the sample gas consists of gases Reference 1 and Reference 2. We have the reference spectra available and we know that these reference spectra represent concentrations of 10 ppm and 8 ppm, respectively.
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DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) This makes the use of low resolution quite worthwhile. To achieve precise quantitative analysis results, a low-resolution measurement should be used if the spectral analysis program can mathematically solve the spectral overlap. There are two reasons for the increase of the signal-to-noise ratio of an FTIR spectrum: •...
The sample cell maximum temperature is 180 °C (210 °C in a special configuration) in the DX4000, 50 °C in the DX4015 and ambient for the DX4030 and DX4040 model. Sample cell absorption path length is selected according to the application and model.
The data and signal processing electronics control the operation of the analyser. A PDA is used as a master device to communicate with the Gasmet DX4040 analyser. A unique part of the analyser is the Gasmet Technologies Oy's GICCOR (an acronym for 'Genzel interferometer with a cube corner retroflector') interferometer.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) Measurement principle: FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) spectroscopy Performance: Simultaneous analysis of up to 25 gas compounds (PDA), 50 gas compounds with optional Calcmet software Response time, T Typically < 120 s, depending on the gas flow and...
4.2.5 Electrical Connectors Digital interface: Bluetooth protocol for communication in between the analyser and PDA (measurements and control of DX4040). RS232, 9-pole D-connector for communication in between the analyser and PDA (measurements and control of DX4040). RS232, 9-pole D-connector for communication in between the analyser and computer (measurements and control of DX4040) using optional Calcmet 4040 PRO software.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 4.2.7 Electronics A/D converter: Dynamic range 95 dB Signal processor: 32 bit floating point DSP 4.2.8 Analysis Software PDA: Gasmet Portable Device Assistant Operating system: Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Analysis software: Calcmet Lite v2.0...
4.3 Gasmet DX4040 Technical Description 4.3.1 Analyser Enclosure DX4040 specially designed enclosure is made of polyurethane, material used for hard- plastic parts. In order to comply with EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility), the enclosure receives a thin layer of copper coating. The dimensional drawing of Gasmet DX4040 is shown in Figure 8.
If the battery voltage is too low (below +9 V) and the DX4040 is switched ON only under battery mode, the analyser will remain off in order to prevent voltage depletion and damage to the battery.
D. 4.3.2.2 AC/DC PSU A 120-watt AC/DC PSU is used to power the DX4040 and to charge the battery. The required mains input is from 100 VAC up to 240 VAC, 50 Hz- 60 Hz. Hold-up time of the analyser is 20 ms from loss of AC input.
Figure 10. Front panel: sample gas fittings and connectors of the DX4040 model. 4.3.3.1 Gas Fittings All gas connectors in the DX4040 analyser are grouped together on the front panel. The quick-connect fittings accept 6 mm OD PTFE or PFA tubing and the Gasmet 6 mm tube adapter, which allows the use of more flexible tubing such as Tygon.
4.3.3.2 Power Inlet An IP68 protective cover protects the power inlet from the dust and the humidity. Remove this cover to access the power inlet connector using Gasmet AC/DC PSU. Only Gasmet AC/DC PSU are recommended for DX4040 operation. AC/DC PSU should only be used indoor.
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Gasmet DX4040 serial cable. 4.3.3.4 Power Switch and LEDs DX4040 is started up using the front panel power switch located in the top right end corner of the front panel. On the right side of the rotary switch, five LEDs mounted vertically display the status of charge of the battery.
DX4040 is powered by the battery and the analyser starts up. If the AC/DC PSU is connected and powered, the DX4040 starts up powered by mains supply. The embedded charger is in both cases powered and LEDs are on.
The embedded charger is in both cases powered and LEDs are on. Of course, if no battery and no AC/DC PSU are present, then, the DX4040 is not powered at all. Table 3 below sums up the different options possible when power switch is in Cable mode.
Table 11. Charger communication error. 4.3.4 On-board Sample Pump The DX4040 model is equipped with an on-board sample pump, which has a neoprene diaphragm membrane. Pump power supply is +12 VDC, maximum pressure is 1.0 bar and maximum flow is 2.0 l/min.
DX4040 use in order to prevent extra heat. Dust filters provided by Gasmet are the only one usable. Care should be taken in order to ensure a correct airflow around the DX4040 and avoid fan obstruction. Instruction regarding the change of dust filters is detailed in the maintenance chapter.
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DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) and discovering unknown gas components by using a cable connection in between the analyser and the computer.
• 5 - 95 % relative humidity, non-condensing • Gasmet battery to be stored at 15 % to 50 % state of charge with an ambient • temperature preferably not exceeding +30 °C. For short term storage, like for example during shipping, the following conditions can be tolerated: -20 - +45 °C during 12 hours...
5.2.3 Ventilation Requirements Care should be taken in order to ensure a correct airflow around the DX4040 and avoid fan obstruction. Do not block fans air circulation. This would decreases life expectancy of most of the internal components.
Do not use with an extension cord or receptacle unless all three blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. Connect the power supply cord to Gasmet AC/DC PSU that is equipped with an appliance inlet. Use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) if the electric power is subject to major disturbances or power failures.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 5.2.6.2 Battery Connection Follow the direction of the arrow located on top of the battery in order to insert the battery in the correct way into the DX4040 analyser. Ensure that the battery compartment lid is properly closed. 5.2.7...
Gasmet Technologies Oy. The contact information is at the bottom of every page. It is assumed that the user knows how to use a PDA running under Windows mobile.
This setting is required for all programs that are not certified for Windows 7. 6.2.1 Software Pre-requirements Before starting to use the DX4040, setting up the computer is highly recommended. The following software/drivers/applications need to be installed before using DX4040: Microsoft ActiveSync under Windows XP operating system (installation files located in –...
If the computer you are using does not have a physical COM port, you will need to use the USB to Serial port adapter supplied with the analyser. Gasmet USB to Serial converter is the only model recommended and tested by Gasmet Technologies Oy.
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DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) → Click ’Next >’ Click ’Continue Anyway’ → Click ’Finish’. Connect the Select ’No, not this time’. Click ’Next’. USB/Serial converter. → Select ’Install the software automatically Wait... (Recommended)’. Click ’Next >’.
6.2.5 Calcmet Software Installation Run Calcmet.msi from the software DVD delivered together with the Gasmet analyzer. After Calcmet has been installed, you can copy the Calcmet help file Calcmet.chm from the DVD to your computer, to the same folder where Calcmet was installed. If you have...
(.lib file) are located on the Gasmet DVD, in a folder named CalcmetLibraryXXXXXX, where XXXXXX is the serial number of your Gasmet gas analyser. Copy this complete folder to the root of C: drive (C:\CalcmetLibraryXXXXXX). Please, refer to the Calcmet software manual.
Ext. detector temp. Table 12. Hardware status results. Connect zero gas supply to the sample gas in connector of the Gasmet gas analyzer, adjust flow to approximately 2 l/min and wait for 5 minutes. Set measuring time to 60 seconds in Options → Measuring times menu and select Measure → Background. The background spectrum is used in following measurements of sample gas as the reference level of signal strength at various wavelengths.
Setting up the PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) is normally not required at the start-up, as it has been set up in Gasmet Technologies Oy. Calcmet Lite software is installed on the PDA. Calcmet Lite starts up the DX4040 via Bluetooth (if the Bluetooth connection is used), measures background, and stores it on the storage card of the PDA, measures spectrum files, and displays analysis results.
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– COM port: This number corresponds to the Bluetooth COM port defined (By default, it is COM8). This value can also be 1 if the traditional RS232 COM port is used with the Gasmet serial cable. – Baud speed: Serial communication baud speed of the analyser: 57600 bps by default.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) • If the background taken by Calcmet Lite (and saved in the DX4040) fulfils the previous criteria’s, then Calcmet Lite saves the background. • If not, the background is saved and a window will be displayed after background measurement in order to notify the user that the background is low.
6.4.6 Hardware Status The first step to accomplish after powering up the DX4040 is to measure some hardware parameters in order to validate the functioning of the analyser. A simple check in Calcmet Lite of the hardware status informs the user that the instrument is ready to operate.
6.4.7 Zero Calibration DX4040 requires a zero calibration before starting to operate (Figure 17). Zero calibration requires the use of nitrogen or dry air. For better stability of the instrument, wait for the analyser to warm up during 10 minutes before zero calibration.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) Figure 17. Calcmet Lite zero calibration. – An incorrect zero calibration is notified with a message printed in the screen: "Background Signal Low!" (Please, read section “install CALCMETLITE.INI file” in order to get further information concerning background check).
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 6.4.8 Measurements At this point, please consider whether the measurements are stored in PDA memory or not. There are four alternatives: – Store the sample spectra (Figure 19). Sample spectra can then be downloaded onto the computer and be post analyzed using Calcmet software.
Measure → Continuous. The last way to start continuous measurement is to push the upper left button on the PDA keypad (option only available with Gasmet provided PDA). A single measurement can be trigger by going at Measure → Single.
– Use the stylus pen to scroll up or down the view or, alternatively, press the Fn button first and then push up or down the arrow button on the PDA keypad (option available with Gasmet provided PDA) (Figure 22). Scroll up or...
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) – If all components are displayed, concentration alarm is notified by the result background of the component displayed in red colour. – If a single component is displayed, concentration alarm is notified by the bar graph displayed in red colour.
6.4.11 Flushing and Switching Off DX4040 via Bluetooth – When the measurements are over and after every use of the DX4040, flush the sample cell properly with instrument nitrogen gas or instrument air. Clean ambient air can also be used. Sample cell is correctly purged when the analysis results go back around 0.
10 %. Reconnect the AC/DC PSU in order to recharge battery. – DX4040 can be switch off on two different ways from Calcmet Lite via Bluetooth. o Go to File → Exit (Figure 25). Calcmet Lite software and analyser will switch off (if Bluetooth connection is still valid).
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 6.4.14 Update Calcmet Lite Settings Some Calcmet Lite parameters can be modified directly from the PDA. Those parameters are: Language. Analyser id. Bluetooth address. Serial port. Those parameters are located into CALCMETLITE.INI file. Required changes can be made from Start →...
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) 6.5 Measurements Summary – Ensure that the batteries are fully charged (during field use). – Ensure that the filter is cleaned. – Power up the analyser / Calcmet Lite software or Calcmet software. Check and validate the hardare status parameters.
7 Never replace Gasmet Power supply cord by an inadequately rated cord. 7.2 Parts Information All parts are available from Gasmet Technologies Oy and should only be obtained through Gasmet Technologies Oy. The parts listed in this manual refer to the following references: Analyser: Gasmet DX4040 gas analyser.
PDA carrying case: Gasmet PDA carrying case reference ME-961. Strap: Gasmet plastic strap reference ME-961. Dust filter: Gasmet air filter for DX4040 dust free use reference COW-FIL-003. 7.3 Maintenance Plan Table 13 below presents an estimation of the maintenance plan. The maintenance required depends strongly on the application.
Dust filters are located behind the ventilators grids on the two side panels of the DX4040 analyser (Figure 28). It is highly recommended to vacuum clean the dust filters after every use. The filters can be replaced by opening the two 2.5 mm hexagonal screws holding the grid.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) Figure 29. Probe filter cleaning. 7.7 Visual Inspection When you make the visual inspection, check that: Analyser cover is somewhat clean an unharmed. • Front panel, gas fittings, connectors are in good condition. •...
Equipment operation. 1. Check the condition of the shipping box. 2. Check that no items listed in Chapter List of Items Delivered for DX4040 are missing. 3. Check visually that the analyser’s enclosure is undamaged. 4. Switch the analyser power on.
11. To set up a virtual COM port, select 'COM ports' tab in 'Bluetooth Settings'. 12. Select 'New Outgoing Port' and add your DX4040 by clicking on the serial number. Click 'Next'. 13. Select COM8 as the COM port number. Activate...
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) APPENDIX B: INSTALL/UNINSTALL CALCMET LITE The following procedure explains how to install or upgrade Calcmet Lite: Backup the following files installed on the PDA (under: My Device\Program Files\CalcmetLite\) on your computer via USB connection: CALCMETLITE.INI,...
2. Do not connect batteries in series or parallel. Irreversible damage can be done. 3. Observe correct polarities during installation and charging. 4. Use only a Gasmet charger designed for use with smart Li-ion batteries. Otherwise irreparable damage to the battery electronics could ensue.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) APPENDIX D: RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE END-USERS OF BATTERIES The following represents a typical, but non-exhaustive, list of good advice to be provided by the manufacturer of secondary cells and batteries to equipment manufacturers and battery assemblers.
APPENDIX E: LASER SAFETY INFORMATION DX4040 user should be aware that the apparatus contains a potentially harmful laser device. DX4040 fulfils the requirements for Laser Class 1 according to the standard EN 60825-2007 (IEC 60825-2007). The laser device, included into the DX4040, is fully enclosed and only trained service personnel should open the enclosure in case of service of the analyser.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) APPENDIX F: CERTIFICATION This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) APPENDIX G: VOCABULARY Relates to the capacity of a brand new battery and will therefore be reduced as the Absolute state of battery is ageing. charge A measure of the amount of infrared radiation absorbed by a sample gas as a Absorbance function of frequency.
DX4040 INSTRUCTION AND OPERATING MANUAL (E2.04) APPENDIX H: GASMET SALES AND SUPPORT OFFICES Manufacturer Gasmet Technologies Oy Pulttitie 8 00880 Helsinki FINLAND Tel. (+358) 9 7590 0400 Fax (+358) 9 7590 0435 contact@gasmet.fi Subsidiary in North America Subsidiary in Asia Gasmet Technologies Inc.
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