Ametek ta3000R User Manual
Ametek ta3000R User Manual

Ametek ta3000R User Manual

Gas purity monitor

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TRACE ANALYTICAL
MODEL ta3000R
Gas Purity Monitor
User Manual
Process Instruments
Western Research
455 Corporate Boulevard
Newark, DE 19702
PN T900-016 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 TRACE ANALYTICAL MODEL ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor User Manual Process Instruments Western Research 455 Corporate Boulevard Newark, DE 19702 PN T900-016 Rev. A...
  • Page 2 © 2004 AMETEK Process & Analytical Instruments Division This document contains Information for the use of the Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor. Data herein has been verified and validated and is believed adequate for the intended use of this instrument. If the instrument or procedures are used for purposes over and above the ca- pabilities specified herein, confirmation of their validity and suitability should be obtained;...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Document ..................5 Safety Notes ......................5 Grounding ......................6 Important Safety Information ................6 Warning Labels ...................... 7 Electromatic Compatibility (EMC) ..............8 General Safety Considerations ................9 Electric Hazard ..................9 UV Light ....................9 Mercury Vapor ..................
  • Page 4 Super User Run Screen ..................37 Super User Menus ....................38 Super User State Diagram .................. 38 Shut Down ......................39 Description of Internal Components 40 Error Messages ..................41 Dimensional Drawings ................ 42 4 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 5: About This Document

    About This Document This manual is intended as a guide for operation of the ta3000R. This manual is not intended as a service guide and does not contain service information. The ta3000R should only be operated by personnel who have been properly trained in the procedures required for safe operation of the ta3000R.
  • Page 6: Grounding

    Verify ground continuity of all equipment before applying power. Important Safety Information Before working on the ta3000R, read and understand the following Notes, Warnings, and Cautions, regarding safety and other required information. Additional Notes, Warnings, and Cautions included in individual proce- dures in this manual indicate special conditions to consider during instal- lation, before working on it.
  • Page 7: Warning Labels

    Achtung - Heiße Oberfläche Environmental Information (WEEE) This AMETEK product contains materials that can be reclaimed and recycled. In some cases the product may contain materials known to be hazardous to the environment or human health. In order to prevent the release of harmful substances into the environment and to conserve our natural resources, AMETEK recommends that you arrange to recycle this product when it reaches its “end of life.”...
  • Page 8: Electromatic Compatibility (Emc)

    Heater or the overall system. Examples of electrical events and devices known for the gen- eration of harmful electromagnetic disturbances include motors, capacitor bank switching, storm related transients, RF welding equipment, static, and walkie-talkies. 8 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 9: General Safety Considerations

    Components and Functions The following safety items must be observed to avoid personal injury and to prevent damage to the ta3000R analyzer. All personnel involved in installation, operation or service of the analyzer should be thoroughly familiar with these items. These considerations are in addition to all site specific safety procedures.
  • Page 10: Warranty And Claims

    (90) days from date of shipment. Resale items warranty is limited to the transferable portion of the original equipment manufacturer’s warranty to AMETEK. If you are returning equipment from outside the United State, a statement should appear on the documentation ac- companying the equipment being returned declaring that the goods being returned for repair are American goods, the name of the firm who purchased the goods, and the shipment date.
  • Page 11: Overview

    OVERVIEW Introduction The ta3000R Process Gas Analyzer is a trace level gas chromatograph capable of detecting ppb concentrations of contaminants in sample gas matrices. The system consists of a microprocessor controlled gas chro- matograph utilizing Ametek’s, Trace Analytical unique Reduction Gas Detector (RGD) supplied by Ametek Process Instruments.
  • Page 12: Operating System

    External signal outputs for a data collection system or host computer are located at the rear panel. The microprocessor control system allows complete unattended operation of the ta3000R. This onboard system performs necessary operational and analytical functions such as: •...
  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Model designation and detection limit specifications Sample Gas Model Lower Detection Limit H2 ppb COppb Nitrogen ta3000R-N2 Argon ta3000R-Ar Helium ta3000R-He Oxygen ta3000R-O2 Propylene ta3000R-H2 Ethylene ta3000R-H2 ta3000R * Can be detected when specified with Helium as Carrier Gas...
  • Page 14: Carrier Gas Supplies

    100 cubic feet minimum (2800L) Chassis Dimensions 7” (18cm) H x 16.8” (43cm) W x 26.5” (67cm) D Weight 35 lb. (15.9 kg) Power 100 - 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 200-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 14 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 15: Outputs

    Outputs Display LCD graphics, backlit, 100mm x 150mm Printer Port Concentration, chromatogram, and diagnostic reports Serial PLC Port Concentration data and general alarm via RS232 4 to 20ma (optional) Concentration signals ta3000 PLC Output Format The concentration data, status, and other detail information is sent from port 2 of the ta3000 automatically at the end of every run.
  • Page 16: Com Ports

    The Parallel Printer Port uses a standard 25-pin female D-type connector. The printer port follows standard parallel printer protocols. The analyz- ers are compatable with Hewlett Packard printer’s model numbers HP- 6xx, HP-7xx, and HP-8xx. Ametek recommends using one of these sug- gested models. Parallel Printer Port LPT1...
  • Page 17: Analyzer Description

    Description of the ta3000R Analyzer Front Panel and User Interface The front panel of the ta3000R is where the user interface is found. The user interface is a combination of the display screen and menu keys. The display screen shows information and options for running the ta3000R.
  • Page 18 Mercury Scrubber Gas Connections A/C Power Connector Communication Ports Printer Port Rear Panel Sample In Zero Gas/Aux Loop In Loop Out Sample Out Front Injection Panel Option 18 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 19: Display Screen

    Display Screen The display screen is where the instrument displays all current informa- tion and options.The display is separated into three sections. The top section of the screen is the Status Bar. This is where the instru- ment displays the current status. This bar will also display which screen is currently selected, the time and date and other important Status informa- tion.
  • Page 20: Installation

    • Do not discard the shipping container until installation is complete. Upon receipt of the ta3000R analyzer, check the interior of the shipping container for the following items: • ta3000R Analyzer and Power Cord •...
  • Page 21: Electrical Preparations And Connections

    This allows for flexibility when moving or turning the instrument for service and routine maintenance. 7. Situate the ta3000R in such a way that there is always access to the rear panel for easy hook up of the gases, as well as ease of service components.
  • Page 22: Regulators And Plumbing

    UPS will supply power instantly from batteries when the main power is interrupted. Proper power will be supplied for minutes or hours depend- ing upon the size of the battery. Since the ta3000R needs less than 5A of current, the UPS battery pack can be relatively small.
  • Page 23: Hardware And Gas Connections

    Suggested Hardware for Gas Connections UHP Regulators for Carrier and Sample Gases Dual stage stainless steel, 0 to 150 psig outlet with gauges and 1/16-inch VICI female fittings. Nut and ferrule, 1/16-inch VICI 8 each required for use with analyzer. Tubing, 1/16-inch OD x 0.03-inch ID, Stainless Steel 4 each approximately 72”...
  • Page 24: Installation Instructions

    The ta3000 analyzer can be used for process or single gas sample analysis. On-line process sample line should be connected to the “SAMPLE IN” 1/16 “ VICI fitting on the rear panel. Optimal results are achieved with constant flow rates (20-100 sccm). 24 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 25: View Of Gas And Power Connections

    Rear View showing gases and power connections Connecting AC Power and Communications Cables IMPORTANT: Verify that the operating voltage of the instrument matches the available AC power. The ta3000R does not auto select for CAUTION varying power line voltages. Correct instrument operating voltage is labeled on the rear panel directly above the DIN connector / power switch.
  • Page 26: Start Up And Operation

    If any of these does not oc- cur, turn the power off immediately and contact Ametek customer service or your local authorized service agent.
  • Page 27: Using The Menu Keys

    Using the Menu Keys The analyzer displays a set of labels across the bottom of the display screen. The set is called a menu because it presents the user with choices. Each choice on the menu will either lead to another menu or will perform a function.
  • Page 28: Operator State Diagram

    Each large circle represents a screen that is displayed on the instrument. The names printed above each arrow represent a menu label and menu key. The arrows indicate where pressing the key associated with that label will take the user. 28 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 29: Warm Up

    Warm-up The Power-up screen will display two menu items. Pressing Warmup will start the instrument in the warm-up cycle. This cycle will put the instrument in a ready state for analysis. Pressing Page will take you to the First of 3 system setup pages (covered later). Cool Mode 12:34:25 Ver.
  • Page 30: Main Menu Screens

    The main menu is a set of primary choices leading to other menu options. The following table shows the choices available from the main menu. 12:34:25 Idle Mode CO = Page Run Cool Main Menu 30 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 31: Page Screens

    Menu Label What the Item Does Opens the RUN screen and prepares the instrument for routing sample analysis. Reverses the automatic warm-up cycle Cool and returns the instrument to a neutral state. Page Opens the first of three Information Screens. These pages give info about the instrument, errors and analytical trends.
  • Page 32: Systems Setting Page

    Select this feature to print chromatograms after each run. Using the arrow keys move the cursor in front of the Print Chromatograms field. Press the Toggle key to toggle this feature on or off. 32 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 33: Diagnostic Print Key

    Diagnostic Print Key The Print key appears when setting the clock. Pressing the Print key from this page will print a complete report of all system settings, calibration settings, temperatures and status and the chromatogram from the last run of the analyzer. This is a system diagnostic tool which can be used to troubleshoot problems with the analyzer.
  • Page 34: Calibration

    Page Calibration Screen Pressing page again will exit the page screens. It is recommended to use the Ametek’s/Trace Analytical MGB1000 Micro Gas Blender to blend the calibration gas to the desired level when calibrating the ta3000R. 34 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 35: Run

    From the Run Screen press Run and automatic operation of the analyzer will begin. The ta3000R will display the time left, in seconds, for the cur- rent cycle in the status window. The results will be updated in the screen...
  • Page 36: Super User Mode

    How to enter Super User Mode Please contact Ametek Service about entering the Super User Mode. Once you have accessed this mode, you will see the Super User mode name appear in the left corner of the screen. If “Normal User” appears in the left corner you were already in Super User.
  • Page 37: Concentration And Response

    Super User Calibration Page The calibration screen has the same appearance as in Normal User mode, but you now have the option to modify the Rfactor and Concentration Factor in addition to the Concentration (Conc). For this instrument the Concentration Factor must be 1 for proper operation. Concentration and Response Factor Calculation RF = (AREA / (CONC x VsigAdj)) x Cal Ratio x 65535.0 GAS_CONC = (AREA / (RF x VsigAdj)) x 65535.0...
  • Page 38: Super User Menus

    Page Super Normal Page Idle Idle Calib Single (Return to Source) Cycle Blank ReRun Calib Edit Sequence Blank Calib Zere V1 Load ANAL Event Sequencer Manual V1 Inject V2-CW V2-CCW Edit Edit Edit 38 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 39: Shut Down

    This chart illustrates how the menus are arranged in Super User Mode. Each large circle represents a screen that is displayed on the instrument. The names printed above each arrow represent a menu label and menu key. The arrows indicate where pressing the key associated with that label will take the user.
  • Page 40: Description Of Internal Components

    DESCRIPTION OF INTERNAL COMPONENTS Front Panel Main Processor Display Module Chassis Controller Chrom Detector Module Controller Photometer Power Supply Mercury Bed Module Mercury Scrubber Rear Panel 40 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 41: Error Messages

    ERROR MESSAGES Error Messages Error Messages are viewed and acknowledged on the System Settings screen. When the Status LED on the front panel is red this indicates that there are system errors or the status of the analyzer has changed. The System Status page displays error messages that the system has encountered.
  • Page 42 The most common system paramaters that are changed are the response factor due to performing a calibration run. This fault can only be updated during warmup or Idle. (See Saving Changes into Non-Volatile RAM in the Run Section of this manual, page 36). 42 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 43: Dimensional Drawings

    DIMENSIONAL DRAWINGS ta3oooR Top View User Manual | 43...
  • Page 44 Side View 44 | Model ta3000R Gas Purity Monitor...
  • Page 45 Outer Dimensions - 3D View User Manual | 45...
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