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  • Page 1 SOLA II Flare Sulfur Online Analyzer User Manual PN 90-1312-0...
  • Page 3 SOLA II Flare Sulfur Online Analyzer User Manual PN 90-1312-0 Revision A...
  • Page 5 However, we cannot be responsible for errors, omissions, or any loss of data as the result of errors or omissions. Thermo Scientific reserves the right to make changes to the manual or improvements to the product at any time without notice.
  • Page 7 Revision History Revision Level Date Comments 03-2015 Initial Release per ERO 8626 Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Site Requirements ................... 1-11   Spare Parts ...................... 1-12   Storage ......................1-12   Chapter 2: Installation ................2-1   Requirements ..................... 2-1   Sample Line Installation ..................2-1   Electrical Connections ..................2-2   Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 10 Startup After Short-Term Shutdown ..............3-3   Short-Term Shutdown ..................3-3   Maintenance Shutdown ..................3-4   Emergency Shutdown ..................3-4   SOLA II Flare Menus ..................3-5   Chapter 4: Operation .................. 4-1   The Interface ...................... 4-1   Begin Analyzing ....................4-1  ...
  • Page 11 Warranty ......................9-2   Items Not Covered Under Warranty ............9-3   ® Appendix A: Watlow EZ Zone PM6 Series ..........A-1   Controller Description ..................A-1   Hardware Setup ....................A-1   Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 12 Appendix C: TCP/IP Bridge ................. C-1   Hardware Configuration ..................C-1   Software Configuration ..................C-1   Appendix D: Sample SOLA II Flare Modbus Register ........D-1   Modbus Map ....................D-1   Appendix E: The Workstation ..............E-1  ...
  • Page 13 Maintenance ...................... F-8   Timer Adjustment ....................F-9   Appendix G: PUVF Optical Bench ..............G-1   Appendix H: Toxic & Hazardous Substances Tables ........H-1   Appendix I: Related Technical Bulletins ............I-1   Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 15: Safety Information & Guidelines

    ▲ Caution Cautions notify users of operating procedures, practices, conditions, etc. which may result in equipment damage if not carefully observed or followed. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual xiii...

  • Page 16: Safety Operating Information

    All applicable regulations and procedures must be followed for the work performed. Before beginning any work on the system, carefully consider all the potential hazards and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to prevent injury to personnel and damage to equipment. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 17: Electrical Power

    Warning Remove power prior to performing any work internal to the instrument. An override is available for use in non-hazardous areas; however, removal of components while the instrument is energized is not permitted. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1: Product Overview

    (PUVF) detector. The SOLA II flare is a single assembly with one software program and one user interface. The SOLA II Flare is a specialized version of the widely used SOLA II total sulfur analyzer.
  • Page 20 Figure 1-1. Typical SOLA II Flare analytical oven flow diagram Set-up and programming of the SOLA II Flare is easy using the front panel display. When compared to a zinc-continuous lamp, the Xenon flash lamp in the SOLA II Flare has a cooler operating temperature.

  • Page 21: Oxidative Pyrolysis System

    100% of the sulfur compounds present in the sample to SO . The combustion System system is a design unique to Thermo Scientific and allows the SOLA II Flare to achieve the required conversion of all of the sulfur compounds to SO . The...

  • Page 22: Dynamic Range Switching

    SOLA II Flare will automatically switch back to the low measurement range. During the dwell time, the SOLA II Flare is in the high measurement range but could be reading low sulfur number if the sulfur level is not increasing. During this short period, the analyzer’s accuracy will be poor but a sulfur number will...

  • Page 23: Validation

    Validation on demand. This function is a programmed sequence and once activated the SOLA II Flare will complete the sequence and report the data for the validation. To meet the daily reporting requirements, the validation should be done on a timed basis controlled by a third-party PLC. The on-demand function, which can be activated via the front panel or the PLC, should be used to determine if there is a problem with the analyzer system.

  • Page 24: Puvf Detector

    . This is typically accomplished with the pyrolyzer, an electrically heated furnace designed by Thermo Scientific. The pyrolyzer typically operates at a temperature of 1100°C (2012°F) to oxidize sulfur without the need for a catalyst. Air bath oven operates up to 110ºC to maintain the sample...

  • Page 25: Mixing Chamber

    The mixing chamber mixes the sample and air before they enter the pyrolyzer. Mixing Chamber Figure 1-3. Typical mixing chamber All SOLA II Flare systems utilize a dual measuring range configuration. The Dual Measuring Range dual ranges are achieved by using two sample injection valves to achieve a 100:1 dilution ratio.

  • Page 26: Dual Pmt Power Supplies

    Product Overview Figure 1-5. Dual-inject valves (Valco) w/ calibration valve in oven (optional) A dual PMT power supply is used in the SOLA II Flare. This lets the user set Dual PMT Power the sensitivity of the PUVF detector and allows the appropriate measuring Supplies range to be automatically selected by the analyzer software.

  • Page 27: Specifications

    Chapter 1 Product Overview During initial setup and calibration of a SOLA II Flare, the optimum PMT supply voltage is set so that the highest concentration expected produces a signal that is within the range that the rest of the electronics can process. The voltage applied to the PMT is a negative dc voltage, and the lower the PMT voltage the greater the sensitivity of the detector.

  • Page 28: Analog/Discrete Data Communications

    SOLA II Flare via serial or TCP/IP encapsulated Modbus enables remote diagnostics via modem SOLA Web Remote Complete remote control of the SOLA II Flare, ability to download 24 hours of Interface analysis results and analyzer parameters, communications to the SOLA II Flare via local area network (TCP/IP) enables remote diagnostics via modem.

  • Page 29: System Requirements

    The suggested sample input pressure is dependent upon the type of sample and therefore is application dependent. For most flare applications the sample delivered to the SOLA II Flare needs to be in the 25-30 psig range. Carrier & Auxiliary Air Carrier Gas (Zero grade air) Minimum input pressure is 80 psig.

  • Page 30: Spare Parts

    Chapter 1 Product Overview Table 1-6. SOLA II Flare spare part kits Spare Parts SOLA II Flare - Spare Part Kits Part Critical Start Up One Year Two Year Numbers Operation Valco Vapor Sample Injection Valve Kit Part Numbers 97-1589-DI...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2: Installation

    ▲ Sample Line Installation Note Sample lines into the SOLA II Flare must be heat-traced due to the potential of high dew-points. ▲ There must be no back pressure on the vent or drain lines. All vents must be referenced to atmospheric pressure.

  • Page 32: Electrical Connections

    2 A at 240 Vac or 10 A at 24 Vdc. Voltage is not supplied to the relay contacts by the analyzer. The following inputs and outputs can be connected to a Distributed Control DCS & External System (DCS) or other devices as desired. Connections Figure 2-1. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 33: Analog Outputs

    The PLC or DAS connected to the SOLA II Flare drives the validation by I/O Control commanding the SOLA II Flare to set the appropriate ranges for the Cal A low range and Cal B high range. The SOLA II Flare then analyzes the validation gases and reports the values to the control system.
  • Page 34 High Calibration Note Normally there are two possible modes of validation. The local validation routes the validation gases from the switching panel to the SOLA II Flare. The remote validation routes the validation gases to the probe and back to the switching panel as the normal flare sample.
  • Page 35 Probe Mid Gas Cal B Cal B Probe High Gas Cal B Cal B Note The table above applies to standard SOLA II Flare units. For information Scientific. ▲ on inputs and outputs on modified units, contact Thermo Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 36: Installation Checklist

    AC power wiring is properly connected to the instrument with proper earth grounding. Signal wiring (dc signals, communications, etc.) meets requirements. Signal wires properly connected to the instrument. All electrical conduit seals poured with sealing compound such as Chico A5r or equivalent. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3: Start-Up & Shutdown

    See application data sent with instrument for proper settings. Warning For Zone II areas, the initial purge must be carried out only when the area is known to be non-hazardous. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 38 6. Turn on the sample flow to the instrument, and adjust it to the correct pressure and flow. Note that this procedure varies depending on the installed sampling system. Consult the application notes and drawings provided with the instrument for more information. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 39: Startup After Short-Term Shutdown

    0.5 ppm or reported sulfur value has not changed by more than 2% for 15 minutes. Note If possible, switch sample selection to nitrogen to sweep the system. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 40: Maintenance Shutdown

    Caution Parts of the instrument may be hot even after power is removed. Allow the system to cool completely before performing maintenance. ▲ 1. Close the sample supply to the system. Emergency Shutdown 2. Turn off the main power to the system. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 41: Sola Ii Flare Menus

    Chapter 3 Start-Up & Shutdown SOLA II Flare Menus Figure 3-2. Top level menu Figure 3-3. Configuration menu Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 Start-Up & Shutdown Figure 3-4. Diagnostics Menu Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 43 SCS. This can be used: 1. During commissioning to ensure the SCS is plumbed correctly. 2. During recalibration. 3. At other times when it might be useful to control the SCS system. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 45: Chapter 4: Operation

    2. If the system power is off, open the instrument and carrier air flows to the analyzer, and adjust the pressures to the appropriate settings (refer to application data that shipped with the analyzer). Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 46: Suspending An Analysis

    Injection Valve Failure alarm and stops airflow to the pneumatic valves. Note The Injection Valve Failure alarm must be acknowledged after valve repair or replacement. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 47 II Flare stops air flow to the sampling system pneumatic valves. This prevents excess sample and incomplete combustion products from further contaminating the system. This happens under the following conditions:  Injection failure alarm  Instrument power loss  Instrument air loss  Analysis suspension Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 49: Chapter 5: Configuration

    A n a l y z e r S e t u p P r o g r a m P a s s c o d e   E n t E x i t Figure 5-3. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 50 Note Both the regular and fast average times need to be set at multiples of the injection rate. For example, if the rate is two injections per minute, averages should be set to 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180, 210, or 240 seconds. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 51: Clock Setup

    S e t u p S e t D a t e 0 3 / 1 1 / 1 4   E n t E x i t Figure 5-9. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 52: Modbus Setup

    M o d b u s   E n t E x i t Figure 5-13. 5. Set the baud rate and the ID for COM 4 in the same manner, using the submenus for COM 4. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 53: Inject Setup

    E n t E x i t Figure 5-14. Note The SOLA II Flare is preconfigured with a standard injection time and rate. ▲ 2. The injection time is the amount of time between sample injections. The rate can be from 1 to 9999 seconds.

  • Page 54: Alarms Setup

    A l a r m s S e t u p L a m p V o l t a g e A l a r m   E n t E x i t Figure 5-19. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 55 S e t u p C h a m b e r T e m p . A l a r m   E n t E x i t Figure 5-22. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 56: Calibration

    During normal operation, the average detector reading is interpolated on the line to derive the sulfur concentration reported. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 57 Chapter 5 Configuration The graph below illustrates a typical SOLA II Flare calibration. Figure 5-25. Typical SOLA II Flare calibration Prior to calibrating the instrument, the sulfur concentration expected at the two points must be entered in the calibration setup menus (Configuration >...
  • Page 58 Figure 5-28. Corrected calibration There are several calibration functions that can be performed. These are discussed in the following sections. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-10...

  • Page 59: Calibration Setup

    Range B Low calibration standard to flow into instrument. Low Value 2. Watch the instrument’s display and wait for the sulfur value to stabilize. 3. Access the Configuration Menu on the SOLA II Flare’s display. 4. Access the Calibration Setup Menu. 5. Select Recalibrate Low.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Reading

    Adjusting the Reading If the reported value of the SOLA II Flare does not match a known sample value or the standard flowing through the instrument, you can adjust the reading. To do so, go to Configuration > Calibration Setup > Adjust Reading.

  • Page 61: Calibration Setup Menu Items

    Manually Calibrating a High Value for more. C a l i b r a i o n t u p H i g h l u e ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-32. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-13...
  • Page 62 Manually Calibrating a High Value for more. C a l i b r a i o n t u p H i g h l u e ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-35. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-14...
  • Page 63 C a l i b r a i o n t u p A d j u s R e a d i n g ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-39. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-15...
  • Page 64 C a l i B r a i o n t u p H i g h K H z ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-43 Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-16...

  • Page 65: Validation Setup

    C o n f i g u r a t i o n V a l i d a t i o n t u p ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-47. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-17...
  • Page 66 ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-48. 3. Enter the time of day (hh:mm:ss) that the SOLA II Flare is to begin the automatic validation process. V a l i d a t i o n t u p...
  • Page 67 ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-50. 5. Enter the number of minutes (0-60) that the SOLA II Flare is to remain in this particular validation step. V a l i d a t i o n...

  • Page 68: Ma Range Setup

    ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-52. 7. Enter the number of minutes (0-60) that the SOLA II Flare is to remain in this particular validation step. V a l i d a t i o n...
  • Page 69 S w i H y s ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 5-57. Note During auto-ranging, the change of ranges is controlled by the calibration value plus or minus the hysteresis percentage value. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 5-21...

  • Page 71: Chapter 6: Viewing Alarms

    I n j e c t T e m p e t u r e ∨ ∧ A c k Figure 6-2. For a complete list of alarms, see Figure 3-3. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 73: Chapter 7: Diagnostics

    I n p u t & O u t p u t S e t O u t p u t ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 7-3. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 74 Control output for UV lamp Bench CNTRL ## Reserved for factory test only; the 2 pound signs (##) indicate the control output. CNTRL 7 S&H Sample & Hold control CNTRL # Gain Gain Control Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 75: View Mux Analogs

    Access this submenu to view the optional 4–20 mA inputs. I n p u t & O u t p u t 4 - 2 0 I n p u t ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 7-5. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 76: View Digital Inputs

    Displays the positions of dip switches located in the motherboard (dip switches are used to indicate options installed) I/O Board Option 4–20 mA Input Option Not used in SOLA II Flare Com 4 Modem Modbus input Remote Suspend Displays the status of the remote suspend switch...
  • Page 77 R e a d i n g 0 0 : 0 1 H o u r s M I N 4 3 . M A X 4 2 . 0 1 Minimum Value Clock Maximum Value Figure 7-8. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 78: Com Ports Rx Tx

    The lamp input voltage. Com Ports RX TX This menu displays activity for Coms 1–4. D i a g n o s C o m P o r ∨ ∧ E n t Figure 7-9. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 79: Pulse Uv Control

    Change the duration of the sample portion of the sample and hold analog front end (normally 100 μs). (Sample portion is the amount of time the sample and hold device is in the SAMPLE state.) Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 81: Chapter 8: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    The best way to clean the inside of the instrument is to first carefully vacuum all accessible areas and then blow away the remaining dust with low-pressure compressed air. Use a soft paintbrush or cloth to remove stubborn dirt. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 82: Leak Tests

    5. Once all three clean air gauges read 15 psig, back off the clean air 1 regulator. The pressure may fall a few psig at first, but should then hold steady on all three gauges since these are non-relieving regulators and the downstream tube has been capped. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 83 PUVF vent. The flows should be within 5 to 10cc. If there is a difference of more than 10cc, check the PUVF detector and associated tubing for leaks by tightening all fittings. SOLA II Flare User Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 84: Sample Flow Leak Test

    SOLA II Flare. Set the pressure to 30 psig. 2. Set the clean nitrogen regulator, located in the pneumatic section of the SOLA II Flare, to zero psig. Set the 1/8-inch, four-port range select valve to the Off position using the input/output test under the diagnostic menu of the SOLA II Flare.

  • Page 85: Clean Nitrogen Leak Test

    Clean Nitrogen Leak The last critical flow path is that of the clean nitrogen. The clean nitrogen regulator, located in the pneumatic section of the SOLA II Flare, should be set Test at 30 psig. Additionally, an external source of nitrogen should be connected to the clean nitrogen bulkhead on the left side of the unit.

  • Page 86: Flow Rate Checks

    3. Ensure that the analyzer is stabilized at normal operating temperatures before proceeding. 4. Suspend the analyzer according to Chapter 5. Turn the Meas. Clean Air 1 three-way valves to point down for flow measurement. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 87: The Rotary Valve

    To reinstall the mixing chamber, follow the steps below. 1. Carefully slide the mixing chamber into the bracket. 2. Tighten the screw in the center of the bracket to hold the mixing chamber to the bottom of the enclosure. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 88: Replacing The Pyrolyzer Heater

    Warning The pyrolyzer can be extremely hot, even after power is turned off. Use extreme care to prevent burns. ▲ The pyrolyzer heater is enclosed in the pyrolyzer housing, which is shown in the figure below. Figure 8-2. Pyrolyzer housing Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 89 After both screws have been removed, lift the pyrolyzer up and out of the oven. Do not discard the mounting screws. You will need them later. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 90 Note The pyrolyzer tube, insulation, and Kaowool™ insulation will be attached to the lid. Carefully lift all of it out to avoid damaging the pyrolyzer tube. ▲ Figure 8-4. Housing lid with insulation and pyrolyzer tube attached Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-10...
  • Page 91 Set the sleeves and fittings aside. 11. Loosen the thermocouple fitting and remove the thermocouple from the housing. Set it aside for re-installation later. 12. You should now be able to remove the heater from the housing. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-11...
  • Page 92 14. Feed the two heater wires through the two fittings on the other side of the housing. Figure 8-8. Heater wires fed through fittings 15. Slide the wire sleeves onto the heater wires. Tighten the stainless steel fittings. Figure 8-9. Wire sleeves and fittings Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-12...
  • Page 93 Figure 8-10. Insert the thermocouple 17. Slide the two pieces of fiberglass insulation that you removed earlier over the heater wires, leaving 3/8” exposed. Figure 8-11. Add the fiberglass insulation Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-13...
  • Page 94 Slide the lid back in carefully to avoid damaging the pyrolyzer tube. ▲ 21. Use the six screws and washers removed earlier to secure the lid to the housing. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-14...
  • Page 95 24. If necessary, reconnect the wires from the oven temperature switches. 25. Reconnect the heater wires to the pyrolyzer. 26. Reconnect the thermocouple wires. 27. Reconnect the sample tubing. 28. Follow the Initial Startup procedure to restart the analyzer. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-15...

  • Page 96: The Pyrolyzer Reaction Tube

    Set the fittings, insulation, and Kaowool insulation aside for use in the next steps. 3. Carefully push both ends of the replacement pyrolyzer tube through holes of the insulation. Figure 8-16. Pyrolyzer tube inserted into the insulation Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-16...
  • Page 97 (Figure 8-14). 8. Follow steps 22 through 27 in the previous section, Replacing the Pyrolyzer Heater, to re-install the housing and complete this procedure. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-17...

  • Page 98: Decoking

    SO , resulting in poor instrument performance and invalid results. Note Thermo Scientific does not recommend decoking the tube. Instead, replace the tube according to the previous section.▲ General The analyzer has been designed to achieve a high level of reliability. Only premium components are used to ensure that complete failure is rare.
  • Page 99 Check filtration leakage system to ensure particulate is not getting to the injection valve. Defective flasher lamp, trigger Check lamp, trigger pack, and electronics. pack, or lamp intensity control Replace if necessary. electronics Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-19...
  • Page 100 Lamp trigger pack Replace. Ensure lamp and trigger pack are securely Low lamp intensity Flasher lamp fastened. Determine the alarm type by accessing the View/Ack Alarm menu. Fault on the I/O PCB. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual 8-20...

  • Page 101: Chapter 9: Support

    +86 (10) 8419-3580 fax +91 (20) 6626 7001 fax www.thermoscientific.com For returns, contact Thermo Scientific for specific instructions. If it becomes necessary to contact Thermo Scientific with software or hardware problems, please have information on the ranges and installed options available.

  • Page 102: Warranty

    Any claimed defects of Thermo Scientific products must be reported within the warranty period. Thermo Scientific shall have the right to inspect such products at Buyer’s plant or to require Buyer to return such products to the Thermo Scientific plant.

  • Page 103: Items Not Covered Under Warranty

    The following parts are considered consumable items and are not covered under the warranty: Under Warranty Injection valve and associated parts • Inline filter • UV lamp • Combustion tube, quartz • Pyrolyzer O-Ring, silicone • Combustion tube graphite ferrules • Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 105: Appendix A: Watlow Ez Zone Pm6 Series

    No other hardware settings are required. Display & Keys The display and keys on the EZ-ZONE PM6 are shown below and described in the table that follows. Figure A–1. EZ-ZONE PM6 series controller Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 106 When in the Home page, use the Up and Down keys to adjust the set point in the lower display. When in other pages, use the keys to change the upper display to a higher or lower value or to change a parameter selection. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 107: Software Configuration

    Table A–2. Pyrolyzer settings: Setup Page > Analog Input 1 Parameter Default Comment Display Software Display Software Sensor Type Thermocouple TC Linearization For Type S thermocouple Filter For smoothing the process signal. Input Error Latching Display Precision Whole Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 108 Output High Power Scale The power output will never be greater than the value specified and will represent the value at which output scaling stops. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 109 Alarm Delay Time Table A–7. Pyrolyzer settings: Setup Page > Function Key Parameter Default Comment Display Software Display Software Active Level High Action Function User Set Restore Function Instance Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 110 Ambient Error RTD Error Not Sourced Calibration Offset The offset applied to the input reading to compensate factors that cause the input reading to vary from the actual process value (°C). Default = 0. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 111 The current heat output level (%). Cool Power The current cool output level (%). Closed-Loop Set Point The set point currently in effect (°C). Process Value Active The current filtered process value using the control input (°C). Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 112 Comment Display Software Display Software Alarm Low Set Point -5°C The set point that will trigger a low alarm. Alarm High Set Point 5°C The set point that will trigger a high alarm. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 113 The security level of the Operations Page. Password Enable Read Lock The level of read security clearance. Write Security The level of write security clearance. Locked Access Level Rolling Password User Password Administrator Password Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 114: Oven Settings

    -18.0°C The output low range. Range High 5537.0°C The output high range. Process Error Enable Process Error Low Value 0.00 Filter For smoothing the process signal. Input Error Latching Display Precision Tenths Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-10...
  • Page 115 Set Point Open Limit Low -100.0% The minimum value of the open loop set point range. Set Point Open Limit High 100.0% The maximum value of the open loop set point range. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-11...
  • Page 116 Table A–20. Oven settings: Setup Page > Output 2 Parameter Default Comment Display Software Display Software Output Function Alarm Output Function Instance Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-12...
  • Page 117 Alarm Delay Time Table A–22. Oven settings: Setup Page > Function Key 1 Parameter Default Comment Display Software Display Software Active Level High Action Function User Set Restore Function Instance Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-13...
  • Page 118 RTD Error Not Sourced Calibration Offset The offset applied to the input reading to compensate factors that cause the input reading to vary from the actual process value (°C). Default = 0. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-14...
  • Page 119 Time Derivative The PID derivative (seconds). Dead Band 0.0°C The offset to the proportional band. Open Loop Set Point 0.0% The fixed level of output power when in manual (open loop) mode. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-15...
  • Page 120 Instance ID Table A–30. Oven settings: Factory Page > Custom Setup 3 Parameter Default Comment Display Software Display Software Parameter Autotune The parameter that will appear in the custom Home Page. Instance ID Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-16...

  • Page 121: The Lockout Menu

    Each menu has a security level assigned to it. You can change the read and write access to these menus and pages through the Lockout menu [LoC]. These security functions are described in detail in the EZ-ZONE PM PID Controller user’s manual. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual A-17...

  • Page 123: Appendix B: Rotary Valve Service

    Appendix B: Rotary Valve Service All SOLA II Flare analyzers use 10- and 6-port rotary injection valves, plus a 4- port range select valve. This appendix references a typical 6-port rotary injection valve. These are manufactured by Valco Instruments Co. Inc. (VICI).

  • Page 124: Valve Disassembly

    2. Engage the end of the rotor with a pencil-type magnet, available from VICI or any electronic components supplier. Cycle the valve one time to break the shear seal between the rotor and the valve body. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 125 Carefully withdraw the rotor from the valve body with the magnet. Once the rotor is removed, note the orientation of the rotor tab, which is marked with an ID letter denoting the type of seal material. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 126: Cleaning The Valve Body

    If any scratches are visible between the ports or anywhere that might suggest a potential leakage path or wear source, the valve should be returned to the factory for grinding and polishing. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 127: Cleaning The Rotor

    Note Make certain that the valve is never left partially actuated. It should always be in either its fully clockwise or fully counterclockwise position. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 128 With carrier gas (oxygen-free) flowing through all the ports, rapidly heat the valve to 325°C. When this temperature is reached, cycle the valve 10 times and let it cool to operating temperature. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 129: Conditioning Procedure For High Temperature Valves

    CR3/clamp ring on the actuator. b. Pull off the standoff with the valve attached. c. Use the 9/64” hex driver to remove the two HWSC-SC8-6/socket- head screws that hold the clamp ring to the actuator. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 130 The procedures are the same for either type. ▲ 8. Loosen but do not remove the three slotted head screws that hold the subassembly together. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 131 2. Use a lint-free tissue to clean the O-Ring grooves as completely as possible. 3. Upon installation, coat each new O-Ring with a thin layer of Dow Corning DC-111 (or similar silicone lubricant). Figure B–9. Locations of O-Rings Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 132: Assembly

    7. Install the three end cap screws with the PEEK washers provided. 8. Replace the valve mounting hardware and air supply lines. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual B-10...

  • Page 133: Valve Alignment

    Immediately retighten the clamp ring screw. 6. Repeat the visual inspection. If the steps have been executed correctly, the rotor pin should contact the stops in both positions. If it does not, repeat the entire procedure. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual B-11...

  • Page 134: Rebuild The Assembly

    Tighten the screws in rotation to insure optimum alignment. 10. Pull the subassembly off the male end cap so that its orientation can be checked, and proceed with step 2 of Assembly. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual B-12...
  • Page 135 Appendix B Rotary Valve Service Figure B–12. Exploded view of two-position actuator Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual B-13...

  • Page 137: Appendix C: Tcp/Ip Bridge

    Appendix C: TCP/IP Bridge The SOLA II Flare Modbus TCP/IP option is a microprocessor-driven board that provides a bridge between the SOLA II Flare standard serial Modbus and a TCP/IP Modbus network using 10/100 Base-T. This function is provided by the NetBurner™.
  • Page 138 To set a static IP, enter the IP address and press the Set--> button. The SOLA II Flare offers the option for the user to remotely connect to the SOLA II Flare via web browser and be presented with a full representation of the display on the front of the unit.

  • Page 139: Appendix D: Sample Sola Ii Flare Modbus Register

    PLC and the Flares can be verified. ▲ A block of Holding Registers (accessible with functions 03, 06 and 16) are added to the standard SOLA II Flare Modbus Map specially dedicated to the Flare Monitoring Project. Holding Registers (16 bits) •...
  • Page 140 (4)0069 Chamber Temperature Deg °C * 10 (recommended historical logging) (4)0070 Flaring Alarm* Write 1 by DCS to force high cal, cleared by SOLA II Flare (4)0071 Start Validation Starts a remote validation, SOLA II Flare clears it (4)0072 Abort Validation...

  • Page 141: Appendix E: The Workstation

    Appendix E: The Workstation Installing SOLA II The SOLA II Flare workstation software is an application developed to run under National Instruments Lookout™ software. The software consists of the Flare Software following items: Lookout Development System • Floppy disk with a subdirectory named SOLA containing the following •...
  • Page 142 Set the IP address to the value assigned to the Bridge. The required IP address depends on the configuration of the Modbus Ethernet. Contact the person responsible for this network to obtain the correct IP address. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 143: Workstation Operation

    The database files containing analyzer data are accessible by other programs using ODBC or SQL. See the Lookout software manual provided with the system or instructions in the software you are using for more information. SOLA II Flare User Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 144 Note The workstation collects real-time data form the analyzer. For proper operation, the workstation should be run continuously with a connection to the analyzer. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 145: Statistics

    The two indicators at the lower left of the main screen display the status of the analyzer by placing a green indicator to the right of Validation Start and Abort. If the indicators are not green, the system is running a sample analysis. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 146: Diagnostic Trends

    The Workstation Diagnostic Trends Clicking Diagnostics displays a list of current values for several status monitors and a trend chart showing historical values. These status values are useful for troubleshooting. Figure E–5. Diagnostic Trends Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 147: Diagnostic Signals

    SCS Controls Clicking SCS Control displays a set of selections that allow the user to control the SOLA II Flare validation range. Once a user selects an option, the workstation will send a MODBUS command to the SOLA II Flare unit commanding the unit to change its pneumatic outputs to select one of the 11 available valve configurations.

  • Page 149: Appendix F: The X-Purge System

    A flame arrestor is also installed between each pressure differential switch and the associated pressure enclosure that it monitors. A spark arrestor vent is used for exhaust purposes and to maintain appropriate backpressure on the electronic enclosure and oven. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 150 Note Cable glands used to supply electrical power must be IP40 rated metallic cable glands. ▲ Note Blanking elements or plugs used shall be in accordance with national standards. ▲ Figure F–1. Purge control unit (ATEX version shown. NFPA version has key switch inside enclosure) Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 151: X-Purge Specifications

    ▲ Caution Applicable permits must be obtained and appropriate precautions must be taken to prevent possible injury to personnel or equipment damage when installing the system. ▲ SOLA II Flare User Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 152: Ac Power

    X-Purge unit. Table F–4. Power Terminal TB1-1 Neutral TB1-3 Ground TB1-5 Power out (switched) TB1-6 Terminals 1 and 2 are jumpered together. Terminals 3 and 4 are jumpered together. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 153: Alarm Signal

    2. Open the instrument air supply to the analyzer. 3. Close the oven door securely and adjust the oven air pressure regulator to the value required for the analyzer (refer to the application notes or logbook for the analyzer). Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...
  • Page 154 Oven door open or leaking air. d. Electronic enclosure door open or leaking air. 7. Complete the remaining steps listed in the start-up procedure included in the start-up instructions in the instrument user’s guide. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 155: Shutdown

    Install the appropriate Intrinsically Safe (IS) barriers on Modbus and/or • discrete signals. Utilize the X-Purge’s alarm contacts to drive interposing relays • configured such that the Modbus and/or discrete signal wiring continuity is broken upon loss of main analyzer power. Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 156: Maintenance

    Do not leave the analyzer system unattended when the Normal/Bypass switch is in the Bypass position. Personnel must remove power from the system immediately if hazardous conditions are suspected. ▲ Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 157: Timer Adjustment

    Caution Do not decrease the timer setting lower than the value specified in the application notes provided with the system or lower than the initial setting when received from Thermo Scientific. ▲ Caution If the timer setting is too short, the analyzer system is not purged adequately before power is applied.

  • Page 159: Appendix G: Puvf Optical Bench

    Appendix G: PUVF Optical Bench Figure G–1. Optical bench assembly exploded diagram, PN TE-57P713-1 Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 161: Appendix H: Toxic & Hazardous Substances Tables

    Appendix H: Toxic & Hazardous Substances Tables The English and Chinese versions of the Toxic and Hazardous Substances tables are shown below. Table H–1. SOLA II Flare toxic & hazardous substances table Thermo Scientific SOLA II Flare User Manual...

  • Page 163: Appendix I: Related Technical Bulletins

    This appendix provides a list of technical bulletins related to this product as of the release date of this document revision. For the most current bulletins, please go to thermoscientific.com. Enter the product name (SOLA II Flare) as the search term and click the Resources tab.
  • Page 164 Thermo Fisher Scientific 81 Wyman Street P.O. Box 9046 Waltham, Massachusetts 02454-9046 United States www.thermofisher.com...

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