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Micromeritics TriStar II 3020 Installation Instructions And Checklist

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  • Page 1 ® II 3020 C ONFIRM URFACE REA AND OROSITY NALYZER NSTALLATION NSTRUCTIONS AND HECKLIST 302-42870-04 Sep 2017 (Rev A)
  • Page 2 Copyright The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement. ______________________________________________________________________________ Copyright © 2008 - 2017. Micromeritics Instrument Corporation. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Contact Us

    Quotes, Orders, and Customer Satisfaction Customer Service Phone: 1-770-662-3636 Orders@Micromeritics.com --------------- U.S. Instrument Service Department U.S. Service Department Phone: 1-770-662-3666 Service.Helpdesk@Micromeritics.com --------------- Micromeritics Scientific Services Customer Support Portal http://techsupport.micromeritics.com/portal TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    CAUTION - Cautions contain information to help prevent actions that may damage the analyzer or components. WARNING - Warnings contain information to help prevent actions that may cause per- sonal injury. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connect a Regulator and a Gas Line to a Gas Cylinder 4 - 6 Connect Gas to Analyzer 4 - 8 Clean and Verify the Gas Line 4 - 9 Specify Gas Ports 4 - 12 TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 6 A - 1 Carbon Reference Material Run Conditions A - 4 B Worksheets B - 1 Sample Data Worksheet B - 2 User Information Worksheet B - 3 TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Save all shipping cartons where equipment is to be declared as damaged or lost. The claims investigator must examine the cartons prior to completion of the inspection report. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 1 - 1 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 8: Dewar Precautions

    If the dewar has a protective mesh covering, do not remove it. This cover minimizes the risk of fly- ing particles should the dewar be knocked over, dropped, or broken. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 1 - 2...

  • Page 9: Equipment Installation

    2. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the computer Ethernet port. ONNECT ULTIPLE NALYZERS WITH AN THERNET WITCH Do not use the uplink port when using an Ethernet switch. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 2 - 1 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 10: Install The Vacuum Pump

    2. Check the power indicator on the front panel of the analyzer. The indicator will blink green to indicate that power is applied to the analyzer. Once the application is running, the indicator will stop blinking and remain illuminated. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 2 - 2 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 11: Application Installation

    The person installing the application must have Windows Administrator rights.The administrator must create profiles for all users running Micromeritics TriStar II Confirm. The installation media contains the Micromeritics application and the Administrator Utility application. The following tasks must be completed prior to application installation: The Ethernet port for the analyzer must be set to 192.168.77.100...
  • Page 12 For example, if the application will only be installed on this computer, enter 01. If installation will also be done on a second computer, enter 02, etc. The TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 2...
  • Page 13 Click Next. 11. On the Ethernet Ports window, select one option from the following table: TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 3 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 14 If installing multiple analyzers, at the prompt, insert the media containing the calibration files for the next analyzer. 13. On the Installation Complete window, read the notices, then click Finish. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 4 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 15 Upgrade applications do not contain calibration files. 15. If prompted, restart the computer after application installation. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 5 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 16: Add Users To Windows User Groups

    Service Personnel have different directory and file access permissions. In addition to creating user groups, the Micromeritics application also sets the Windows directory and file access permissions for each of these user groups.The default file permissions are included in the Administrator Utility for TriStar II 3020 Confirm User Guide.

  • Page 17: Record User Information

    In addition to creating user groups, the Micromeritics application also sets the Windows directory and file access permissions for each of these user groups.The default file permissions are included in the Administrator Utility for TriStar II 3020 Confirm User’s Guide. These settings may be modified as needed.

  • Page 18: Create User Profiles In The Administrator Utility

    The pass- word must contain a minimum of six alphanumeric characters. This password will be used to log in to the Administrator Utility and the Micromeritics application. This will not affect the Win- dows password.

  • Page 19: Create Password Configuration Parameters

    Create Password Configuration Parameters REATE ASSWORD ONFIGURATION ARAMETERS The Password parameters entered here apply to all Micromeritics application users. On the Administrator Utility window, click the Configuration tab. Administrator Utility Fields Field Description Enter the number of days when a user password will expire. This num- Expire ber of days goes into effect any time a password is changed.

  • Page 20: Create Application User Profiles

    Enter password as a temporary password that can be used to access Password the application. This password is not saved in the password history file. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 10 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 21 Selected because the user’s assigned password is temporary and Change password on must be changed when the user logs in to the application. next logon 3. Click to save. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 11 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 22: Create A Service User Account

    ERVICE CCOUNT A Service user account should be set up during installation to provide Micromeritics service personnel access to system functions if a service call is required. 1. On the Administrator Utility window, click the User tab, then click Add.

  • Page 23: Start The Application

    TART THE PPLICATION To start the application, click the application shortcut on the desktop or select the application from the Windows program list. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 3 - 13 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 25: Analyzer Preparation

    Prior to the connection of the gas inlet lines to the analyzer, the manifolds are evacuated to prepare them for the installation of the gas lines. 1. Open the application and go to Start > All Programs > Micromeritics > TriStar II Confirm.
  • Page 26 7. To zero the transducers, go to Unit 1 > Calibrate > Zero Pressure. Select the four trans- ducers and click Start. Verify the pressure transducers have been zeroed. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 2 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 27: Specify Unit Selections

    Use to specify how data should appear on the application windows and reports. This menu option is not available if using Restricted option presentation. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 3 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 28: Gas Connections

    4 Analyzer Preparation ONNECTIONS The TriStar II 3020 uses pressure relief valves to return the analyzer to a safe condition in the event of a power failure or loss of cryogen. This protects the user from dangerous pressures on the sample tube. However, extra caution should be employed if toxic or flammable gases are used.

  • Page 29: Guidelines For Connecting Gases

    Ensure the gas cylinder is closed before connecting to the analyzer. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 5 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 30: Connect A Regulator And A Gas Line To A Gas Cylinder

    If pressure drops, repair the leak. 6. Connect the gas line to the regulator. a. Connect the gas line to the regulator connector. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 6 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 31 Open the gas cylinder shutoff valve and flow gas for 10 to 30 seconds. c. Close the gas cylinder shutoff valve and allow regulator pressure to go to zero. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 7...

  • Page 32: Connect Gas To Analyzer

    3. Use a 7/16 in (11 mm) wrench to tighten the nut an additional 1/4 turn. 4. Connect all the remaining gases in the same manner. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 8 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 33: Clean And Verify The Gas Line

    3. Click the down arrow to the right of the Test field and select Clean and Verify Analysis Gas Line [number] Rev. [latest revision letter]. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 9 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 34 If Failed is shown instead, one or more valves is not in the correct position. Set the valves as shown below: TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 10 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 35 Clean and Verify the Gas Line 10. Click Close to close the test report. 11. Click Close on the test dialog to close the test. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 11 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 36: Specify Gas Ports

    Micromeritics service representative. Board ID. Displays information from the electronic circuit boards in the analyzer. These parameters cannot be edited. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 12 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 37 Servo Valve [group box] Displays the last calibration date for the servo valve. Displays the software versions of the MIC BIOS, controller, and ana- Software Versions lysis program. [group box] TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 4 - 13 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 39: Operational Verification

    Pressurize the manifold, sample ports and P port to 800 to 900 mmHg. b. Go to Unit [n] > Calibration >Pressure Scale. c. Select: Manifold Transducer TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 1 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 40 If the system has a 10 mmHg transducer, continue with the filter frits removed, otherwise re-install the filter frits in the sample port 1 and 2. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 2 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 41: Verify 10 Mmhg Pressure Transducer Accuracy (Krypton Units Only)

    8. Record the serial number of the pressure calibration standard on the data sheet. 9. Remove the vacuum gauge and pressure calibration standards. 10. Re-install the filter frits in the sample port 1 &2. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 3 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 42 (only if the reference temperature meter has been calibrated within 1 year.) 6. Go to Unit 1 > Calibration > Temperature. 7. Enter current temperature. Click OK. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 4 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 43: Create Sample Files

    Report Options Click Advanced to view the contents of the selected files. 5. Click Save and complete the Save As options. 6. Click Close. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 5 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 44 5. Click each parameter tab and make any necessary edits. Refer to the TriStar II 3020 Confirm Operator Manual for detailed instructions on these fields. 6. Click Save and complete the Save As options. 7. Click Close. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 6 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 45: Step 1 - Clean And Label Sample Tubes

    Sample tubes and filler rods must be clean and dry before samples are added and weighed. The following table indicates which materials are supplied by Micromeritics and which are supplied by the user. The procedures following the materials table are recommended.
  • Page 46 12. Label the sample tube and stopper for identification. 13. Replace the rubber stopper, Check Seal, or TranSeal. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 8 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 47: Determine The Sample Mass

    8. Use the sample tube funnel (provided in the accessories kit) and pour the sample from the weighing container into the sample tube. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 9 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 48: Degas Samples

    2. Subtract the Mass for empty sample tube set (Before Degas) from the Sample tube set plus sample mass (After Degas) to obtain the sample’s mass; record this value as Sample mass (After Degas). TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 10 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 49: Install The Sample Tube

    Ensure the tapered side of the cover is facing downward. 3. Insert the sample tube through one of the holes in the cover. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 11 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 50 The equipment images in this document may differ slightly from your equipment, how- ever the instructions are the same unless otherwise noted. See also: Dewar Precautions on page 1 - 2 TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 12 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 51: Fill And Install The Dewar

    4. If using isothermal jackets, slide the jackets down the sample tube until the jackets touch the sample tube bulbs. 5. Slide the dewar lid to ensure a proper seal on the top of the dewar. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 13 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 52 3. Fill the dewar with LN and check the level using the dipstick. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 14 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 53: Reference Material Analysis

    Volume adsorbed to be ±0.2000 std cm at any point. The isotherm 1/2 inch tubes must show a fairly smooth trace. No sudden peaks, except at saturation. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 5 - 15 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 54 Cause: The measured free space is too high, indicating that the helium is not pure enough. Action: Use helium that is 99.999% pure, then try again. 8. Retain a copy of the sample information file to return to the Micromeritics Service Support Center.

  • Page 55: Installation Checklists

    Ensure that all equipment has been unpacked and verified using the packing list. Analyzer is located in a suitable environment Line voltage has been verified to be within tolerances and changed if required. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 1 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 56 (make / model / SN) Computer Operating System Printer (make / model / SN) Was the computer supplied by Micromeritics? Computer Installed By: Name: Date: Comments: TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 2 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 57 Requirements for non-standard installations. Record issues con- sidered non-standard. Network prepared by Network Administrator, if applicable. File locations determined. TriStar II 3020 application installed. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 3 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 58 Install the Vacuum Pump Evaluation Initial / Procedure Code Date Install the components of the vacuum pump. Connect the vacuum pump to analyzer. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 4 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 59 Specify units of measure. Connect gas lines. Clean and verify gas lines. Specify Gases Evaluation Initial / Procedure Code Date Gases entered in application? TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 5 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 60 Initial / Date Expected BET results: _______________±_______________ Y N N/A Actual BET results: ________________±________________ Port 3: Carbon Black Initial / Date Expected BET results: _______________±_______________ Y N N/A Actual BET results: ________________±________________ TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 6 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 61: Exceptions

    Exceptions XCEPTIONS Explain the procedures that were categorized as Fail or No. Comment Initial / Date Procedure TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist 6 - 7 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 62: Signatures

    Service Support Center in Norcross, GA, USA. After completing the installation process, representatives of Micromeritics who install analyzers are required to send the following documents to Micromeritics for inclusion in the customer's analyzer history:...

  • Page 63: A Run Conditions A

    UTOMATIC LANK ONDITIONS The TriStar II 3020 application contains an automated procedure of conducting the blank tube run. Use following steps to create blank tube run conditions and start the procedure. 1. Go to Unit 1 > Service Test > PCP Analysis.
  • Page 64 P0: 745.000 mmHg Temperature: 77.30 K Equilibration Equilibration interval: 6 sec Minimum equilibration delay at P/P0 > 0.995: 600 secs Do not adjust Backfill TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist A - 2 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 65: Manual Blank Run Conditions A

    Plot Adsorption Branch Plot Description Branch Linear Plot Selected Plot Curve Plot Points Overlay Samples Autoscale X Axis Autoscale Y Axis Logarithmic Plot Selected Plot Curve TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist A - 3 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 66 User Isothermal Jacket Use Filler Rod EGAS ONDITIONS ETTINGS Field Enter Degas Conditions Description Stage Soak Temperature (°C) Ramp Rate (°C/min) Soak Time (min) TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist A - 4 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 67: Carbon Reference Material Run Conditions A

    Lower dewar after free space: Yes Evacuation time: 0.10 hours Outgas test: No and T P0 type: Measure P0: 760.000 mmHg Temperature: 77.30 K TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist A - 5 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 68 Autoscale X Axis Autoscale Y Axis Logarithmic Plot Selected BET Surface Area: Tabular Report Selected Plot Report Selected Overlay Samples Autoscale X Axis Autoscale Y Axis Langmuir Surface Area TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist A - 6 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...
  • Page 69 Single Point BET Multi Point BET Equilibration 5 sec Equilibration interval 600secs Minimum equilibration delay at P/P0 ≥ 0.995 Do not adjust Backfill TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist A - 7 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 71: B Worksheets B

    Worksheets in this section may be copied as needed. See also: Sample Data Worksheet on the next page User Information Worksheet on page B - 3 TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist B - 1 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 72: Sample Data Worksheet B

    C. Sample mass (B - A): Degas Information Degas apparatus: Temperature (ºC): Time (hours): Actual time started: Actual time finished: Degas Notes: TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist B - 2 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

  • Page 73: User Information Worksheet B

    * User Name: Windows User ID ** Service: Users should be added to the MicService Windows User Group and assigned a Developer User Profile in the Administrator Utility. TriStar II 3020 Confirm Installation Instructions and Checklist B - 3 302-42870-04 (Rev A) — Sep 2017...

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