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  • Page 1 SS500e/SS2000e SS3000e SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Hardware Installation and Maintenance Manual P/N 4900002230 rev D...
  • Page 3 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Hardware Installation and Maintenance Manual This manual is used with: Firmware v2.51 Operator’s Manual Products of 4333 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Suite 100 Houston, TX 77043-1223 Tel: 800.619.2861 Fax: 713.856.6623 www.spectrasensors.com Copyright © 2020 SpectraSensors, Inc. No part of this manual may be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of SpectraSensors, Inc.
  • Page 4 Revision History Revision Engineering Order Date EO15725 8/18/2014 ECR16165 4/28/2015 ECR16707 8/11/2016 ECR18129 2/5/2020...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS 1: Introduction Who Should Read This Manual ........1-1 How to Use This Manual.
  • Page 6 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Analyzer 4: Sample Conditioning System About the SCS ..........4-1 Typical SCS Component Overview.
  • Page 7 Instrument Problems......... . B-18 Service Contact .
  • Page 8 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Analyzer THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 4900002230 rev. D 2-6-20...
  • Page 9 IST OF IGURES Figure 1–1. Schematic of a typical laser diode absorption spectrometer ..1-5 Figure 1–2. Typical raw signal from a laser diode absorption spectrometer with and without mirror contamination ....1-6 Figure 1–3.
  • Page 10 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Analyzer Figure B–1. Measurement cell types ....... B-4 Figure B–2. Stainless steel mirror marking .
  • Page 11 IST OF ABLES Table 1–1 Fuse specifications ....... . . 1-16 Table 3–1 Output signal connections (RS-232C configuration).
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  • Page 13: Who Should Read This Manual

    1 - I NTRODUCTION SpectraSensors’ SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e products are high-speed, diode- laser based extractive analyzers designed for extremely reliable monitoring of moisture and carbon dioxide in natural gas applications. To ensure that the analyzer performs as specified, it is important to closely review the installation and operation sections of this manual.
  • Page 14 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Hazards may vary by stream composition. One or more of the following conditions may apply. Flammable. Gases used in the processing of this analyzer may be extremely flammable. Any work in a hazardous area must be carefully controlled to avoid creating any possible ignition sources (e.g., heat, arching, sparking, etc.).

  • Page 15: Instructional Symbols

    Introduction Removal of this label from the measurement cell will void the analyzer warranty. Instructional symbols Failure to follow all directions may result in damage or malfunction of the analyzer. General notes and important information concerning the installation and operation of the analyzer. INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION - Avoid exposure to beam.

  • Page 16: Spectrasensors Overview

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer SpectraSensors Overview SpectraSensors, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of advanced electro-optic gas analyzers. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, SpectraSensors was incorpo- rated in 1999 as a spin-off of the NASA/Caltech Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) for the purpose of commercializing space-proven measurement technol- ogies initially developed at JPL.

  • Page 17: How The Analyzers Work

    Introduction How the Analyzers Work The SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e analyzers employ tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS) to detect the presence of trace substances in process gases. Absorption spectroscopy is a widely used technique for sensitive trace species detection. Because the measurement is made in the volume of the gas, the response is much faster, more accurate and significantly more reliable than traditional surface-based sensors that are subject to surface contamination.

  • Page 18: Figure 1-2 Typical Raw Signal From A Laser Diode Absorption Spectrometer With And Without Mirror Contamination

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer by the detector at the end of the beam path of length I (cell length x number of passes), is given by I      exp    lN –   where N represents the species concentration. Thus, the ratio of the absorption measured when the laser is tuned on-resonance versus off-resonance is directly proportional to the number of molecules of that particular species in the beam path, or...

  • Page 19: Wavelength Modulation Spectroscopy (Wms) Signal Detection

    Introduction 0.99 0.98 0.97 0.96 Normalized Absorption Signal 0.95 Wavelength [a.u.] Figure 1–3 Typical normalized absorption signal from a laser diode absorption spectrometer Note that contamination of the mirrors results solely in lower overall signal. However, by tuning the laser off-resonance as well as on-resonance and normalizing the data, the technique self calibrates every scan resulting in measurements that are unaffected by mirror contamination.

  • Page 20: Getting Familiar With The Analyzer

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Normalized 2f Signal Wavelength [a.u.] Figure 1–4 Typical normalized 2 signal; species concentration is proportional to the peak height With the resulting low-noise signal and use of fast post-processing algorithms, reliable parts per million (ppm) or parts per billion (ppb) detection levels are possible (depending on target and background species) at real-time response rates (on the order of 1 second).

  • Page 21: Figure 1-5 Ss500E/Ss2000E Architecture Overview

    Introduction POWER INPUT SIGNAL WIRING ANALYZER ELECTRONICS KEYPAD/ WINDOW ENCLOSURE PLATE/LCD SAMPLE PORT/VAL GAS SUPPLY SAMPLE SUPPLY 4X MOUNTING FEET SAMPLE 7/16 in. SLOTTED CONDITIONING HOLE SYSTEM (SCS) SAMPLE MEASUREMENT CELL SAMPLE RETURN HEATER POWER CHASSIS GROUND Figure 1–5 SS500e/SS2000e architecture overview Power is connected to the analyzer from an external power source through the top of the enclosure.

  • Page 22: Figure 1-6 Electronics Control Board (Ac) For Single-Channel Systems (Ss500E/Ss2000E) With Rs-232C To Rs-485 Converter

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer GENERAL FAULT RELAY (NOT USED) ALARM RELAY RELAY (NOT USED) ASSIGNABLE ALARM RELAY RS-232C TO RS-485 CONVERTER (OPTIONAL) 4-20 mA & SERIAL SIGNAL COMMON CONNECTIONS FUSE [F1] LASER DRIVER BOARD PROTECTIVE GROUND AC POWER SUPPLY ASSEMBLY BACKPLANE BOARD LASER TEMPERATURE...

  • Page 23: Figure 1-7 Electronics Control Board (Dc) For Single-Channel Systems (Ss500E/Ss2000E) With Rs-232C To Rs-485 Converter

    Introduction GENERAL FAULT RELAY (NOT USED) ALARM RELAY RELAY (NOT USED) ASSIGNABLE ALARM RS-232C TO RS-485 RELAY CONVERTER (OPTIONAL) 4-20 mA & SERIAL SIGNAL COMMON CONNECTIONS LASER DRIVER PROTECTIVE GROUND FUSE [F2] DC POWER SUPPLY BACKPLANE ASSEMBLY BOARD LASER TEMPERATURE CONTROL REDUNDANT 4-20 mA CURRENT LOOP BOARD 4-20 mA CURRENT LOOP BOARD...

  • Page 24: Figure 1-8 Electronics Control Board (Ac) For Dual-Channel Systems (Ss3000E) With Rs-232C To Rs-485 Converter

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer ASSIGNABLE GENERAL FAULT ALARM RELAY [CH. B] ALARM RELAY [CH. A] GENERAL FAULT ASSIGNABLE ALARM ALARM RELAY [CH. B] RELAY [CH. A] -232C TO RS-485 CONVERTER (OPTIONAL) CHAN B 4-20 mA & COMMON SERIAL SIGNAL CHAN A CONNECTIONS [CH.

  • Page 25: Figure 1-9 Electronics Control Board (Dc) For Dual-Channel Systems (Ss3000E) With Rs-232C To Rs-485 Converter

    Introduction ASSIGNABLE GENERAL FAULT ALARM ALARM RELAY [CH. B] RELAY [CH. A] RS-232C TO RS-485 CONVERTER (OPTIONAL) GENERAL FAULT ALARM RELAY [CH. B] ASSIGNABLE ALARM RELAY 4-20 mA & [CH. A] SERIAL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS [CH. A & CH. B] CHAN B COMMON CHAN A LASER...

  • Page 26: Figure 1-10 Electronics Control Board (Ac) For Dual-Channel Systems (Ss3000E) With Rs-232C To Ethernet Converter

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer ASSIGNABLE GENERAL FAULT ALARM RELAY [CH. B] ALARM RELAY [CH. A] GENERAL FAULT ALARM RELAY [CH. B] ASSIGNABLE ALARM RELAY [CH. A] RS-232C TO RS-485 CONVERTER (OPTIONAL) 4-20 mA & COMMON SERIAL SIGNAL CONNECTIONS [CH. A & CH. B] FUSE [F1] LASER DRIVER...

  • Page 27: Figure 1-11 Electronics Control Board (Dc) For Dual-Channel Systems (Ss3000E) With Rs-232C To Ethernet Converter

    Introduction 4-20 mA & GENERAL FAULT SERIAL ASSIGNABLE ALARM RELAY SIGNAL ALARM RELAY [CH. B] [CH. A] CONNECTIONS GENERAL FAULT ALARM RELAY [CH. B] ASSIGNABLE ALARM RELAY [CH. A] RS-232C TO RS-485 CONVERTER COMMON LASER DRIVER BOARD [CH. A] PROTECTIVE GROUND LASER DRIVER...

  • Page 28: Table 1-1 Fuse Specifications

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Fuses are located on the electronics control board, as shown in Figure 1–6 through Figure 1–11 If you need to replace a fuse, use only the same type and rating of fuse as the original as listed in Table 1–1. Table 1–1 Fuse specifications DWG Ref.

  • Page 29: Potential Risks Affecting Personnel

    2 - S AFETY Potential Risks Affecting Personnel This section addresses the appropriate actions to undertake when faced with hazardous situations during or before service of the analyzer. It is not possible to list all potential hazards within this document. The user is responsible for identifying and mitigating any potential hazards present when servicing the analyzer.

  • Page 30: Electrocution Hazard

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Electrocution hazard 1. Shut off power at the main disconnect external to the analyzer. Complete this action before performing any service that requires working near the main input power or disconnecting any wiring or other electrical components. 2. Open enclosure door. If service must be performed with power engaged (gain adjustment, etc.): 1.

  • Page 31: What Should Be Included In The Shipping Box

    What Should be Included in the Shipping Box The contents of the crate should include: • The SpectraSensors SS500e, SS2000e or SS3000e • Documentation media; Operator’s Manuals and other operational instructions as necessary •...

  • Page 32: Installing The Analyzer And Scs

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer MOUNTING MOUNTING POINT POINT BRACKETS BRACKETS MOUNTING POINT MOUNTING POINT BRACKETS FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW BRACKETS Figure 3–1 Analyzer carrying points/methods Installing the Analyzer and SCS Installing the analyzer is relatively easy requiring only a few steps that, when carefully followed, will ensure proper mounting and connection.

  • Page 33: Hardware

    Installation Hardware • 3/8” bolts and nuts • Stainless steel tubing (SpectraSensors recommends using 1/4” O.D. x 0.035” wall thickness, seamless stainless steel tubing) • Conduit Tools • Hand drill and bits • Tape measure • Level • Pencil • Socket wrench set •...

  • Page 34: Connecting Electrical Power To The Analyzer

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 2. Locate the mounting holes on your unit. 3. For wall installations, mark the centers of the top mounting holes. 4. Drill the appropriate size holes for the screws you are using. 5. Hold the analyzer in place and fasten with the top screws. 6.

  • Page 35: Protective Chassis And Ground Connections

    Installation Protective chassis and ground connections Before connecting any electrical signal or power, the protective and chassis grounds must be connected. Requirements for the protective and chassis grounds are as follows: • The protective and chassis grounds must be of equal or greater size than any other current-carrying conductors, including the heater located in the sample conditioning system.
  • Page 36 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 3. For AC systems, pull ground, neutral and hot wires (#14 AWG minimum) into the electronics enclosure. For DC systems, pull ground, plus and minus wires. 4. In keeping with best practices, run the wires through the provided ferrite as shown below.
  • Page 37 Installation 6. Make sure the ferrite ends up as close to the entry point of the wires as possible, as shown below. 7. Strip back the jacket and/or insulation of the wires just enough to connect to the power terminal block. 8.

  • Page 38: Connecting Electrical Power To The Enclosure Heater

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer — LINE AC TERMINAL DC TERMINAL BLOCK BLOCK Figure 3–2 AC and DC connection terminal blocks in electronics enclosure Connecting Electrical Power to the Enclosure Heater Units with an enclosure heater will have an additional power connection through a conduit hub located at the bottom left of the enclosure.

  • Page 39: Figure 3-3 Ac Connection Terminal Block For Enclosure Heater

    Installation HEATER AC IN THERMOSTAT Figure 3–3 AC connection terminal block for enclosure heater 3. Run conduit from the power distribution panel to the conduit hub on the lower left side of the heated enclosure labeled for the heater power input. Refer to “Application of Conduit Lubricant” on page 3-10.

  • Page 40: Application Of Conduit Lubricant

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 5. Strip back the jacket and/or insulation of the wires just enough to connect to the power terminal block. 6. Attach the neutral and hot wires to the power terminal by connecting the neutral wire to the terminal marked “N,” the hot wire to the terminal marked “H,”...

  • Page 41: Connecting The Output Signals And Alarms

    Installation 2. Screw the female pipe thread onto the male fitting until the lubricated threads are engaged. Eyes: May cause minor irritation. Skin: May cause minor irritation. Ingestion: Relatively non-toxic. Ingestion may result in a laxative effect. Ingestion of substantial quantities may cause lithium toxicity.

  • Page 42: Figure 3-5 Mating Terminal Block (Tb2) In Electronics Enclosure For Connecting Signal Cables

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 2. Run conduit from the signal/alarm receiving station to the conduit hub on the electronics enclosure labeled for signal connections. Conduit seals should be used where appropriate in compliance with local regulations. 3. Pull the customer-supplied cable(s) for the current loop(s), alarm(s) and serial/Ethernet connections through the conduit into the electronics enclosure.

  • Page 43: Table 3-1 Output Signal Connections (Rs-232C Configuration)

    Installation Table 3–1 Output signal connections (RS-232C configuration) Terminal Description Notes RS-232 Ch. A RX RS-232 Ch. A TX RS-232 Ch. A GND RS-232 Ch. B RX RS-232 Ch. B TX RS-232 Ch. B GND 4-20 mA Ch. A (+) Output # 1 Always Ch.

  • Page 44: Configuring The Optional Rs-232C/Rs-485 Converter

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Table 3–3 Output signal connections (Ethernet configuration) Terminal Description 4-20 mA Ch. A (+) 4-20 mA Ch. A (–) 4-20 mA Ch. A GND 4-20 mA Ch. B (+) 4-20 mA Ch. B (–) 4-20 mA Ch. B GND 10.

  • Page 45: Configuring The Optional Rs-232C/Ethernet Converter

    Installation Table 3–4 Output signal connections (two-wire RS-485 configuration) Time- (KΩ) (ms) RS-485 2-Wire Half Duplex 120 Ω Built-in Termination External or no Termination 1200 Baud 8.330 2400 Baud 4.160 4800 Baud 2.080 9600 Baud 1.040 19.2K Baud 0.580 38.4K Baud 0.260 57.6K Baud 0.176...

  • Page 46: Table 3-5 Standard Ethernet Cable Rj-45 Pin-Out

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Standard Ethernet cable connection (straight-through) is used to connect devices of different types (e.g., switch to computer). Crossover cable is used to connect devices of the same type (e.g., switch to switch). Table 3–5 Standard Ethernet cable RJ-45 pin-out Signal Wire Color RJ-45 Pin...

  • Page 47: Changing The 4-20 Ma Current Loop Mode

    Installation Changing the 4-20 mA Current Loop Mode Changing the current loop mode may negate specific hazardous area certifications. Refer to “Service Contact” on page B-23 to connect with Technical Service support for details. By default, the 4-20 mA current loop output is factory set to source current. In some instances it may be necessary to change the 4-20 mA current loop output in the field from source to sink.

  • Page 48: To Scale The Current Loop Signal

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 4. For 4-20 mA sink, carefully replace the jumper (JMP1) connecting the center pin to pin P. Needle nose pliers may be required to remove the jumper. 5. Reconnect power to the analyzer. Confirm the 4 mA (minimum) and 20 mA (maximum) points.

  • Page 49: Connecting The Gas Lines

    Installation Connecting the Gas Lines Once you have verified that the analyzer is properly wired, you are ready to connect the sample supply and sample return. Consult the layout and flow diagrams in Appendix A for guidance. All work must be performed by technicians qualified in instrument tubing.

  • Page 50: To Connect The Sample Return

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 6. Connect the inlet tube to the SCS using the 1/4” stainless steel compression-type fitting provided. 7. Tighten all new fittings 1-1/4 turns with a wrench from finger tight. For connections with previously swaged ferrules, thread the nut to the previously pulled up position, then tighten slightly with a wrench.

  • Page 51: 4: Sample Conditioning System

    4 - S AMPLE ONDITIONING YSTEM Personnel should have a thorough understanding of the operation of the analyzer and the procedures presented here before operating the sample conditioning system (SCS). The process sample at the sample tap may be at a high pressure. A pressure reducing regulator is located at the sample tap to reduce the sample pressure and allow operation of the sample conditioning system at a low pressure.

  • Page 52: Typical Scs Component Overview

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Typical SCS Component Overview All SpectraSensors TDL analyzers are designed for extractive sampling rather than in situ applications. This allows for sample conditioning, filtration, temperature, pressure and flow control to protect the optical components of the system, and provides for ease of maintenance without shutting down the process.

  • Page 53: Sample Conditioning System Filters

    Sample Conditioning System Heated Enclosure Heated Enclosure Analyzer Heat Trace Regulator Probe Figure 4–1 Probe to analyzer interface Sample conditioning system filters The sample system is equipped with a membrane separator, which is ideal for the removal of relatively small amounts of liquid present on a continuous basis (i.e., aerosols and suspended liquids).

  • Page 54: Sample Transport Tubing

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer some sample components. Sample probe regulators can be electrically or steam heated. Some probes have the pressure reducing valve parts inserted into the process piping, so that the Joule-Thompson cooling is offset by warming from the flowing sample. Note that for these probes to work correctly, the process gas must be flowing anytime the sample is flowing or liquid condensation may collect in the sample transport line, or even freeze up the sample probe regulator.

  • Page 55: Sample Return/Vent

    Sample Conditioning System Sample return/vent Tunable diode laser spectroscopy is inherently sensitive to sample pressure in the measurement cell, so the analyzers are calibrated for a range of sample pressures. Most applications benefit from operation at low pressures instead of high pressures.

  • Page 56: Starting Up The Scs

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 3. Confirm that the relief valve vent line is properly installed from the field pressure reducing station or the SCS to the low pressure flare or atmospheric vent connection. 4. If applicable, confirm that the sample probe and field pressure reducing station are properly traced and insulated without any exposed surfaces.

  • Page 57: To Start Up The Field Pressure Reducing Station

    Sample Conditioning System 5. Confirm that the pressure regulator at the field pressure reducing station is closed (adjustment knob turned fully counterclockwise). 6. Confirm that all sample system shut-off valves are closed. 7. Confirm that the sample bypass and analyzer flowmeter control valves are gently closed (adjustment knob turned clockwise).

  • Page 58: To Start Up The Analyzer On Process Sample

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer 2. Open the sample supply shut-off valve. 3. Open the bypass flowmeter control valve to establish sample flow from the sample probe and set the flowmeter control valve to the specified value. Refer to the system drawings in Appendix A. Do not open the cell flowmeter at this point.

  • Page 59: Shutting Down The Scs

    Sample Conditioning System The adjustment setpoints of the analyzer flowmeters and pressure regulators will be iterative and may require multiple adjustments until the final setpoints are obtained. The analyzer system has been designed for the sample flow rate specified. A lower than specified sample flow rate may adversely affect analyzer performance.

  • Page 60: To Isolate The Measurement Sample Cell For Short-Term Shutdown

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer To isolate the measurement sample cell for short‐term shutdown The analyzer can be isolated from the primary sample bypass section for short- term shutdown or maintenance of the analyzer while allowing the sample bypass flow to continue in a steady-state mode. Due to the high pressure of the process sample, it is advisable to allow the sample bypass flow to continue during short-term isolation of the analyzer.

  • Page 61: To Isolate The Process Sample Tap For Long-Term Shutdown

    Sample Conditioning System Although the pressure reducing regulator at the process sample tap is designed for “bubble-tight” shut off, this condition may not occur after the system has been in operation for an extended period. Isolation of the SCS from the field pressure regulator will discontinue sample flow and may cause the pressure at the outlet of the field pressure regulator to slowly increase if “bubble-tight”...
  • Page 62 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer All valves, regulators, switches, etc. should be operated in accordance with site lock-out/tag-out procedures. 1. Isolate the analyzer from the bypass following the procedure under “To isolate the measurement sample cell for short-term shutdown” on page 4-10. 2.

  • Page 63: 5: Ethernet Serial Server

    5 - E THERNET ERIAL ERVER SpectraSensors SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e analyzers operate with the Vlinx ESP902 Ethernet Serial Server that provides Serial-to-Ethernet conversion. The following information is provided for additional instruction for installing and configuring the ESP902 Ethernet Serial Server. The instructions contained in this chapter assume operation will be conducted by a user with experience in network configuration.

  • Page 64: Virtual Com Port Installation

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Virtual COM Port Installation If it is necessary to access the instrument Ethernet data so that it appears to be from a serial port, use the following steps: 1. From the computer, click Start\Programs\B&B Electronics\Vlinx\Install Virtual COM. 2. Search for all devices. a.

  • Page 65: Firewall Ports

    Ethernet Serial Server 3. For a Windows computer, use the following steps as a guideline (these steps may vary slightly depending on your specific set up): a. Go to Network Connections\Local Area Connection\Properties. b. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click “Properties.” c.
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  • Page 67: Appendix A: Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications Table A–1 SS500e H O analyzer specifications Performance 2–20 lbs/MMscf (38–422 ppmv) Concentration 2–50 lbs/MMscf (38-1055 ppmv) 2–100 lbs/MMscf (38-2110 ppmv) Repeatability ±0.5 lb/MMSCF (±10 ppmv) or±2% of reading 0.25-2 seconds (dependent on flow rate and sample Response time system volume) Application Data...

  • Page 68: Table A-2 Ss2000E H 2 O Analyzer Specifications

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Table A–2 SS2000e H O analyzer specifications Performance 0.5–20 lbs/MMscf (0–422 ppmv) Concentration 0.5–50 lbs/MMscf (0-1055 ppmv) 0.5–100 lbs/MMscf (0-2110 ppmv) Repeatability ±0.2 lb/MMscf (±4 ppmv) or ±2% of reading 0.25-2 seconds (dependent on flow rate and sample Response time system volume) Application Data...
  • Page 69 Specifications Table A–3 SS2000e CO analyzer specifications Performance 0–5%, 0-10%, 0-20% Concentration Repeatability ±400 ppmv or ±2% of reading 0.25-2 seconds (dependent on flow rate and sample Response time system volume) Application Data Environmental Temperature Range -4 to 122 °F (-20 to 50 °C) 15 to 140 °F (-10 to 60 °C) - Optional Environmental Relative Humidity Maximum of 95% relative humidity, non-condensing...
  • Page 70 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Table A–4 SS3000e H O analyzer specifications Performance 0.5–20 lbs/MMscf (0–422 ppmv) Concentration 0.5–50 lbs/MMscf (0-1055 ppmv) 0.5–100 lbs/MMscf (0-2110 ppmv) Repeatability ±0.2 lb/MMscf(±4 ppmv) or ±2% of reading 0.25-2 seconds (dependent on flow rate and sample Response time system volume) Application Data...

  • Page 71: Table A-5 Ss3000E H 2 O/Co 2 Analyzer Specifications

    Specifications Table A–5 SS3000e H O/CO analyzer specifications Performance 0.5–20 lbs/MMscf (0–422 ppmv) Concentration (H 0.5–50 lbs/MMscf (0-1055 ppmv) 0.5–100 lbs/MMscf (0-2110 ppmv) Repeatability (H ±0.2 lb/MMSCF (±4 ppmv) or±2% of reading 0–5%, 0-10%, 0-20% Concentration (CO Repeatability (CO ±400 ppmv or ± 2% of reading 0.25-2 seconds (dependent on flow rate and sample Response time system volume)

  • Page 72: Figure A-1. Ss500E/Ss2000E Analyzer System Outline And Mounting

    Figure A–1 SS500e/SS2000e analyzer system outline and mounting dimensions...

  • Page 73: Figure A-2 Ss500E/Ss2000E Analyzer System Sample System Schematic

    Figure A–2 SS500e/SS2000e analyzer system sample system schematic...

  • Page 74: Figure A-3. Ss500E/Ss2000E Analyzer System Power And Signal Wiring

    Figure A–3 SS500e/SS2000e analyzer system power and signal wiring diagram...

  • Page 75: Figure A-4. Ss3000E Single Stream Analyzer System Outline And Mounting

    Figure A–4 SS3000e single stream analyzer system outline and mounting dimensions...

  • Page 76: Figure A-5. Ss3000E Single Stream Analyzer System Sample System

    Figure A–5 SS3000e single stream analyzer system sample system schematic...

  • Page 77: Figure A-6. Ss3000E Single Stream Analyzer System Power And Signal

    Figure A–6 SS3000e single stream analyzer system power and signal wiring...

  • Page 78: Figure A-7. Ss3000E Dual Stream Analyzer System Outline And Mounting

    Figure A–7 SS3000e dual stream analyzer system outline and mounting dimensions...

  • Page 79: Figure A-8. Ss3000E Dual Stream Analyzer System Sample System

    Figure A–8 SS3000e dual stream analyzer system sample system schematic (sheet 1 of 2)

  • Page 80: Figure A-9. Ss3000E Dual Stream Analyzer System Sample System Schematic - Parts List (Sheet 2

    Figure A–9 SS3000e dual stream analyzer system sample system schematic - parts list (sheet 2 of 2)

  • Page 81: Figure A-10 Ss3000E Dual Stream Analyzer System Power And Signal Wiring

    Figure A–10 SS3000e dual stream analyzer system power and signal wiring...

  • Page 82: Table A-6 Typical Natural Gas Stream Composition

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Table A–6 Typical natural gas stream composition Typical Concentrations Stream Component Units Minimum Maximum Table 1 (Natural Gas Stream) Methane (C % mol Ethane (C % mol Propane (C % mol Butanes (C % mol Pentanes (C % mol Hexanes and Heavier (C6+) % mol...

  • Page 83: Spare Parts

    Specifications Spare Parts Below is a list of spare parts for the H O and/or CO analyzer with recommended quantities for 2 years of operation. Due to a policy of continuous improvement, parts and part numbers may change without notice. Not all parts listed are included on every analyzer. When ordering, please specify the system serial number (SN) to ensure that the correct parts are identified.
  • Page 84 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzer Table A-7 Replacement parts for SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e O and/or CO analyzers (Continued) Part 2 Year Description Number Quantity General 0219900007 Kit, Mirror Cleaning (USA/Canada only) 0219900017 Kit, Mirror Cleaning, No Chemicals (International) 4900002230 Hardware Installation and Maintenance Manual, additional copies 4900002225 Firmware v2.51 Operator’s Manual, additional copies...
  • Page 85 Specifications Table A-7 Replacement parts for SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e O and/or CO analyzers (Continued) 2 Year Part Description Quantity Number 6130504C13 Check Valve, 1/3 PSI, 1/4” TF (SS), Swagelok SS-4C-1/3 6101510004 Filter (Glass Bowl), 1/4” FNPT (SS), UFS/Headline 117G 6101614001 Filter Element, Microfiber, UFS/Headline 12-21-70K Pressure Sensor 6000002249 Cable Pressure Sensor, 40”...
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  • Page 87: Appendix B: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    Appendix B: Troubleshooting & Maintenance This chapter presents recommendations and solutions to issues that may be experienced during analyzer operation. If the problem being encountered is not referred to in this chapter, refer to “Service Contact” on page B-23. Class 3B invisible laser radiation possible when open. Avoid exposure to the beam.

  • Page 88: To Keep The Sampling Lines Clean

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers the sampling lines as free from contamination as possible. If mirror contamination is suspected, see “Cleaning the Mirrors” on page B-3. To keep the sampling lines clean 1. Make sure that a filter or membrane separator is installed ahead of the analyzer and is operating normally. Replace the membrane or filter, if necessary (refer to “Replacing the membrane separators”...

  • Page 89: Electrical Noise

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance If the pressure, temperature, or any other readings on the LCD appear suspect, they should be checked against the specifications (refer to the system drawings in Appendix A and/or calibration report). Electrical Noise High levels of electrical noise can interfere with laser operation and cause it to become unstable.

  • Page 90: Determining The Type Of Cell Mirror

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers • Acetone-impenetrable gloves (North NOR CE412W Nitrile Chemsoft™ CE Cleanroom Gloves or equivalent) • Hemostat (Fisherbrand™ 13-812-24 Rochester-Pean Serrated Forceps) • Bulb blower or dry compressed air/nitrogen • Torque wrench • Permanent marker • Flashlight Determining the type of cell mirror Measurement cells will come equipped with either a glass or stainless steel mirror.

  • Page 91: To Clean The Mirror

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance 1. Feel at the bottom of the cell for the engraved “X” marking. Refer to Figure B–2 below. MIRROR MARKED MIRROR GROOVED WITH ‘X’ RIM - SIDE VIEW Figure B–2 Stainless steel mirror marking a. If the surface is smooth, a glass mirror is being used. b.
  • Page 92 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers 3. If possible, purge the measurement cell with nitrogen for 10 minutes. Process samples may contain hazardous material in potentially flammable and/or toxic concentrations. Personnel should have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the physical properties and safety precautions for the sample contents before operating the SCS.

  • Page 93: To Replace The Stainless Steel Mirror

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance 11. With gentle, uniform pressure, wipe the mirror from one edge to the other with the cleaning cloth only once and only in one direction to remove the contamination. Discard the cloth. Never rub an optical surface, especially with dry tissues, as this can mar or scratch the coated surface.

  • Page 94: Figure B-3 Stainless Steel Mirror; Mirror Side Up

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers 4. Gently remove the mirror assembly from the cell by removing the socket-head cap screws and set on a clean, stable and flat surface. The sample cell assembly contains a low-power, 10 mW MAX, CW Class 3b invisible laser with a wavelength between 750-3000 nm. Never open the sample cell flanges or the optical assembly unless the power is turned off.

  • Page 95: Pressure Sensor Replacement

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance Pressure Sensor Replacement A pressure sensor may need to be replaced in the field as a result of one or more of the following conditions: Use the following information to replace a pressure sensor. Tools and materials: •...

  • Page 96: Figure B-4 Ss500E/Ss2000E Scs Cabinet Interior

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers CELL INLET OPTICAL HEAD MOUNTING OPTICS CABLE BRACKETS HARNESS (behind cell) PRESSURE SENSOR/ CABLE CELL OUTLET THERMISTOR CABLE Figure B–4 SS500e/SS2000e SCS cabinet interior 6. Remove the optical cable harness using a flat-head screwdriver. 7. Disconnect the cell inlet using a 9/16” wrench. 8.

  • Page 97: Figure B-5 Removed Measurement Cell With Pressure Sensor Face Up

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance Figure B–5 Removed measurement cell with pressure sensor face up Orient the measurement cell to avoid any debris from entering the cell. 13. Using a 9/16” wrench, secure the flange while using a 7/8” wrench to remove the old pressure sensor. Refer to Figure B–6. Figure B–6 Removing the old pressure sensor a.

  • Page 98: Figure B-7 Removing Excess Seal Tape From Flange

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers 14. Remove excess seal tape from the flange opening and threads and check threads for galling. Refer to Figure B–7. Figure B–7 Removing excess seal tape from flange Threads showing signs of galling indicate a possible leak. Refer to “Service Contact”...

  • Page 99: Figure B-9 Replacing Pressure Sensor

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance 18. Hand tighten the pressure sensor turning it counterclockwise into the flange until no longer moving freely. Refer to Figure B–9. Figure B–9 Replacing pressure sensor 19. Using the 9/16” wrench to hold the flange in place, turn the sensor clockwise with a 7/8”...

  • Page 100: Confirming The Relief Valve Setting

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers 24. Reconnect the thermistor connector. 25. Reconnect the optical cable harness. 26. Connect the new pressure sensor cable. 27. Close the door. 28. Conduct a leak test to determine that the new pressure sensor is not leaking. Do not allow cell to exceed 10 PSIG or damage could occur.

  • Page 101: Replacing The Membrane Separators

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance Replacing the membrane separators Use the following steps to replace a membrane separator, as necessary. 1. Close the sample supply valve. 2. Unscrew the cap from the membrane separator. If the membrane filter is dry: 3. Check if there are any contaminants or discoloring of the white membrane.

  • Page 102: Peak Tracking Reset Procedure

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers 10. Check upstream of membrane for liquid contamination and clean and dry out before opening the sample supply valve. Peak Tracking Reset Procedure The analyzer’s software is equipped with a peak tracking function that keeps the laser scan centered on the absorption peak. Under some circumstances, the peak tracking function can get lost and lock onto the wrong peak.

  • Page 103: Regular Scs Status Check

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance The SCS is designed for convenient removal and replacement of component parts. Complete spare components should always be available. In general, if a problem or failure occurs, the complete part should be removed and replaced to limit system down time. Some components may be repaired (replacement of seats and seals, etc.) and then reused.

  • Page 104: Instrument Problems

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers 3. Restart the system following the procedure in “Starting up the SCS” on page 4-6. Instrument Problems If the instrument does not appear to be hampered by gas leaks, contamination, excessive sampling gas temperatures and pressures, or electrical noise, refer to Table B–1 before contacting your sales representative for service Table B–1 Potential instrument problems and solutions Symptom...
  • Page 105 Troubleshooting & Maintenance Table B–1 Potential instrument problems and solutions (Continued) Symptom Response Power Fail Error (continued) Refer to the Firmware Operator’s Manual for error message programming solu- tions. Refer to the Firmware Manual to verify a Null Fail Error Null Fail Error fault.
  • Page 106 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers Table B-1 Potential instrument problems and solutions (Continued) Symptom Response Front panel display is not lit and no char- Check for 5 VDC on red wires, 12 VDC on acters appear. (continued) yellow wires, and 24 VDC on orange wires from power supply (black wires are ground).
  • Page 107 Troubleshooting & Maintenance Table B-1 Potential instrument problems and solutions (Continued) Symptom Response Current loop is stuck at 4 mA or 20 mA Check display for fault message. If alarm has been triggered, reset the alarm. Refer to the Firmware Operator’s Manual. On the current loop board, check the volt- age between the end of resistor R1 clos- est to the jumper and ground.
  • Page 108 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers Table B-1 Potential instrument problems and solutions (Continued) Symptom Response Make sure the computer COM port is set Serial Output is displaying garbled data for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control. Be sure no other programs are using the COM port selected.

  • Page 109: Service Contact

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance Table B-1 Potential instrument problems and solutions (Continued) Symptom Response Liquids in the flowmeter Check the temperature for the SCS. Check the pressure and correct as neces- sary. Check the temperature on the sample tubing and correct as necessary (refer to the analyzer drawings in Appendix A).

  • Page 110: Packing

    SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Gas Analyzers Packing SpectraSensors’ SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e analyzers and auxiliary equipment are shipped from the factory in appropriate packaging. Depending on the size and weight, the packaging may consist of a cardboard-skinned container or a wooden crate. All inlets and vents are capped and protected when packaged for shipment.

  • Page 111: Storage

    Troubleshooting & Maintenance 5. Pack the equipment in the original packaging in which it was shipped, if available. If the original packaging material is no longer available, the equipment should be adequately secured (to prevent excessive shock or vibration). 6. If returning the analyzer to the factory, complete the Decontamination Form provided by SpectraSensors and attach to the outside of the shipping package as instructed before shipping.
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  • Page 113 NDEX Numerics Enclosure heater 3–8 Ethernet connection 3–12 Excessive sampling gas pressure B–2 4-20 mA current loop 3–11 B–18 Excessive sampling gas temperature B–2 B–18 Absorption profile 1–6 Acetone-impenetrable gloves B–4 B–6 B–8 Faults Alarms Laser Power Too Low B–2 General Fault Alarm 3–11 Null Fail Error B–19 Attenuation 1–5...
  • Page 114 SS500e/SS2000e/SS3000e Analyzer Laser beam 1–5 Sample 1–4 Laser output fluctuations 1–6 Sample bypass 4–7 4–9 4–10 4–11 Leak detector 3–20 B–2 4–12 Lens cleaning cloth B–3 B–6 Sample bypass stream Lock-in amplifier 1–7 Start up 4–7 Sample cell B–1 Sample Conditioning System (SCS) 1–4 4–1 B–6 B–7...
  • Page 115 Index Valves Isolation 4–1 4–5 4–9 4–11 Relief 4–7 4–10 4–11 4–12 Sample probe isolation 4–6 4–7 Sample supply shut-off 4–11 Shut-off 4–7 4–8 4–10 4–11 4–12 Header 4–10 4–11 4–12 Sample system 4–7 Vent line 4–6 Warnings General 1–1 Wavelength Modulation Spectroscopy (WMS) signal detection 1–7 –...
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