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USER MANUAL
ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor
PN T900-014, Rev B

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...
  • Page 2 Copyright Notice © 2021 AMETEK Process Instruments. All rights reserved. The information and descriptions in this document are the sole property of AMETEK Process Instruments and may not be copied, reproduced, disseminated, or distributed without explicit written permission from AMETEK Process Instruments. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document are believed to be accurate and reliable at the time of this publication, but AMETEK Process Instruments assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ....................xi Warning Labels ..........................xii OVERVIEW ..........................1-1 Introduction to the ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor .................1-1 Functional Overview of the ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor ............1-2 ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor Front Panel..................1-5 INSTALLATION AND START-UP....................2-1 Safety Considerations ...........................2-1 Pre-Installation Requirements ......................2-3 Personnel Technical Level Required for Installation ............2-3...
  • Page 4 Powering Up the ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor................2-17 Starting the ta7000F in the Warm-Up Cycle ............... 2-18 Working From the Run Mode Screen ................2-19 Initiating a Blank Run ......................2-20 USER INTERFACE ........................3-1 Introduction to the User Interface ....................3-1 Working From the User Interface ....................3-2 Operator State Diagram (Menu Map) ..................3-3...
  • Page 5 Nitrogen Carrier Gas (for Oxygen and Hydrogen Models Only) ..........5-4 Chassis ................................5-4 Outputs ..............................5-4 ta7000F PLC Output Format .......................5-4 Communication Ports ...........................5-5 Parallel Printer Port (LPT1) ........................5-5 PN T900-014, Rev B Contents | v...

  • Page 6: Safety Notes

    Instrument grounding is mandatory. Performance specifications and safety protection are void if instrument is operated from an improperly grounded power source. Verify ground continuity of all equipment before applying power. PN T900-014, Rev B vi | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor...

  • Page 7: Personnel And Equipment Safety Information

    Monitor and while working on it. Read this manual before beginning the installation and operation of the ta7000F Monitor. Failure to do so, and or use of the equipment in a manner not specified in this manual or accompanying documents, may impair the protection against fire, electrical shock and injury originally provided by this equipment.
  • Page 8 The ta7000F must have electrical power, instrument air pressure, αnd appli- cable gas pressure for proper operation. If proper electrical power, instrument air pressure, or applicable gas pressure are not supplied, the ta7000F could be permanently damaged and the warranty will be void.
  • Page 9 Use Proper Wiring To avoid fire hazards, use only the wiring specified in the “Installation and Start-Up” chapter of this manual. Avoid Electrical Overload To avoid electrical shock or fire hazard, do not apply a voltage to a terminal that is outside the range specified for that terminal. Ground the Product Follow the grounding instructions provided in the “Installation and Start-Up”...

  • Page 10: General Safety Considerations

    Electrical Hazard Be sure that the top cover is securely in place before operating the ta7000F. Since some service procedures require the cover to be removed while the power is On, be aware that electric shock can occur. Therefore, only trained or otherwise qualified personnel should service the ta7000F.

  • Page 11: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    In general, for optimum protection against high frequency transients and other disturbances, do not allow installation of the ta7000F where its unshielded I/O and DC circuits are physically mixed with AC mains or any other circuit that could induce transients into the ta7000F or the overall system. Exam-...

  • Page 12: Warning Labels

    • If you need further assistance in recycling your AMETEK product, contact us through our Customer Support page at https://www. AMETEKpi.com/customersupport/requestsupport. PN T900-014, Rev B xii | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor...

  • Page 13: Overview

    Overview This manual is intended as a guide for operation of the AMETEK ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor. This manual is not intended as a service guide and does not contain service information. The ta7000F should only be operated by person- nel who have been properly trained in the procedures required for safe opera- tion of the ta7000F.

  • Page 14: Functional Overview Of The Ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor

    Functional Overview of the ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor To achieve the specified performance, the ta7000F Monitor performs the pri- mary functions described below. Component Function Carrier Gas Purification A Getter Purifier is included as integral component of the car- rier gas flow path. Impurities are reduced to a level of less than 100 PPT.
  • Page 15 Front Panel Main Processor Display Module Flow Control Module Electrometer Chassis Control Module Detector Controller Chromatograph Module Detector Power Supply Power Supply FID Module Gas Blender Stream Selector Carrier/Sample Regulator Rear Panel Figure 1-1. Internal general component layout. Overview PN T900-014, Rev B...
  • Page 16 Rear Panel. The microprocessor control system allows complete unattended operation of the ta7000F. This onboard system performs neces- sary operational and analytical functions such as: • Analyzer Status Control •...

  • Page 17: Ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor Front Panel

    Gas Purity Monitor Front Panel Component Function Front Panel and User The User Interface is located on the front panel. The User Inter- Interface face is made up of a Display screen and Menu keys. See “Intro- duction to the User Interface” in Chapter 3 for more information.
  • Page 18 The Display screen displays all current information and options. Menu Keys • The Status Bar displays the current status of the ta7000F Moni- tor. This area also displays the active screen name, the system time and date, and other important Status information.

  • Page 19: Installation And Start-Up

    Installation and Start-up Safety Considerations To ensure a smooth installation of the AMETEK ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor and to get the maximum performance, several aspects should be considered. This guide discusses the important points for a successful installation. Before beginning the installation of the ta7000F and before powering it up, review and follow all safety information following the Table of Contents near the beginning of this manual.
  • Page 20 Carrier Gas Purifiers External gas purifiers must be completely conditioned with gas flow- ing through them before connection to the ta7000F. Failure to prop- erly condition purifiers can result in serious contamination. Flame Ionization Detector (FID) Flame Ignition Do not ignite the FID flame unless the FID is at operation temperature.

  • Page 21: Pre-Installation Requirements

    Storage Prior to Installation If the ta7000F is stored for any period of time prior to installation, store the equipment in an environment where it is not subject to dripping or splashing liquids, corrosive gases, high humidity, or excessive heat or cold. Recommend-...

  • Page 22: Ta7000F Monitor Location Requirements

    Have adequate ventilation around the instrument area without any high flow velocity draft directly onto the ta7000F. Be sure not to block any vent slots in the rear or top of the ta7000F since limited air circulation will cause overheating and poor performance.

  • Page 23: Electrical Preparations And Connections

    Proper power will be supplied for minutes or hours depending upon the size of the battery. Since the ta7000F needs less than 5 A of current, the UPS battery pack can be relatively small.

  • Page 24: Support Gas Utilities Preparations

    • A special adapter/fitting is used on gas cylinder pressure regulators going to the ta7000F. The adapter has a 1/16-inch VICI to 1/4-inch VCR fitting. 2-6 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...

  • Page 25: Tools, Equipment, Hardware, And Supplies Required For Installation

    Tools, Equipment, Hardware, and Supplies Required for Installation All connections are made using U.S. standard size connectors. To install the ta7000F you need the following tools, equipment, hardware, and supplies: Open end wrenches 1/4", 3/8", 5/8", 3/4", 1-1/8" Phillips head screwdriver Allen keys 1/16", 7/64", 9/64"...

  • Page 26: Installing The Mechanical Components

    Installing the Mechanical Components Refer to Figures 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3 while installing the ta7000F Monitor. The installation instructions must be strictly followed for safe and reli- able operation of the ta7000F. If any inconsistencies are encountered during installation, stop im- mediately.
  • Page 27 Front Panel Main Processor Display Module Flow Control Module Electrometer Chassis Control Module Detector Controller Chromatograph Module Detector Power Supply Power Supply FID Module Gas Blender Stream Selector Carrier/Sample Regulator Rear Panel Figure 2-1. Internal general component layout. Installation and Start-Up PN T900-014, Rev B...
  • Page 28 Drawing may not be to scale UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES A Member o DATE APPROVALS DRAWN Iverson 3/15/01 ta7000F, OU CHECKED RESP ENG MFG ENG QUAL ENG 2-10 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...

  • Page 29: Making Gas Connections

    ) uses purified nitrogen gas as a chromatographic carrier. This instrument connection is made at the Carrier/ Sample Inlet 1/4-inch male VCR port on the ta7000F Rear Panel. The Sample gas connection is then made at the Sample Inlet 1/4-inch male VCR port on the ta7000F Rear Panel.

  • Page 30: Connecting And Purging The Carrier Gas Getter Purifier (If It Is Not Installed)

    This procedure is required if the Getter Purifier has not already been installed. Before beginning the installation of the Getter Purifier, gather the purifier, nec- essary tools, and consumables and have them at hand near the ta7000F Rear Panel. Purifier installation requires: •...

  • Page 31: Connecting Actuator Gas

    90 PSIG). Connecting Actuator Gas The ta7000F needs high purity inert gas or CDA as valve actuator gas. Refer to the Actuator Gas requirements in the Specifications chapter. The instrument connection is made at the Actuator Gas 1/8-inch VICI port on the ta7000F Rear Panel.

  • Page 32: Connecting Fid Hydrogen

    Hydrogen quality can also dramatically affect instrument performance. See gas specifications under “FID Hydrogen” in Chapter 5 for details. The instrument connection is made at the “FID H2” 1/16-inch VICI port on the ta7000F Rear Panel. Pressurize this external line to 50 PSIG (minimum 50 PSIG, maximum 60 PSIG).

  • Page 33: Making The Electrical Connections

    All connections to the peripheral equipment are made on the ta7000F Rear Panel. Connecting Communications Cables If you will be communicating with the ta7000F via a computer, connect a com- munication cable between the computer and one of the communication ports on the ta7000F Rear Panel.

  • Page 34: Connecting To A Printer

    Parallel Printer port on the ta7000F Rear Panel. The Parallel Printer Port (LPT1) uses a standard 25-pin female D-type connec- tor. The Printer Port follows standard parallel printer protocols. The ta7000F is compatible with Hewlett Packard printers, model numbers HP-6xx, HP-7xx , and HP-8xx.

  • Page 35: Powering Up The Ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor

    Adjust incoming gas supply pressures as specified in the Specifications chapter (refer to Inlet Pressure Range). Power up the ta7000F Monitor by pressing its AC Power Switch (on the Rear Panel) to the On (“–”) position. The Power/Status LED on the front panel will turn On (GREEN) and the rear cooling fan should begin operating.

  • Page 36: Starting The Ta7000F In The Warm-Up Cycle

    Warmup key to initiate the instrument’s Warm-Up Cycle. This cycle will place the instrument in a ready state for analysis. After pressing the Warmup key the ta7000F will begin heating critical zones and will perform a series of system tests. The results from these tests will ap- pear on the Warm-Up screen.

  • Page 37: Working From The Run Mode Screen

    Next, to initiate automatic operation of the ta7000F, press the Run key again. The upper-left corner of the screen will change to display “Run Mode” to indi- cate the ta7000F is now performing a Cycle Run. “Idle” is now displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen (see Figure 2-8.1).

  • Page 38: Initiating A Blank Run

    This run could help diagnose possible problems with valves or other internal components, or problems with the car- rier gas. Run Mode 12:55:30 Blank Run NHMC = Idle Page Figure 2-9. Blank Run screen. 2-20 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...

  • Page 39: User Interface

    Introduction to the User Interface The AMETEK ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor User Interface – which consists of a Display screen and Menu Keys – is located on the ta7000F front panel. The screen displays information and options used to operate the ta7000F. The Menu Keys correspond with Menu Labels (names) on the Display screens and are used for all input to the operating system.

  • Page 40: Working From The User Interface

    (or sub-menu item), to access system infor- mation and configuration screens, and to initiate system commands. Used with the Menu keys. Refer to Figure 3-2 (Operator State Diagram) for an illustration of the menu structure. 3-2 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...

  • Page 41: Operator State Diagram (Menu Map)

    Operator State Diagram (Menu Map) Operator State Diagram Power-up Warmup Warmup Edit Edit System Temperatures Page Warm-up Page Page Settings and Status Cool Page Return to Source Calibration Idle Settings Page Edit Figure 3-2. Blank Calib Operator State Diagram (Menu Map). The State Diagram illustrates how the menus are arranged.

  • Page 42: Working From The Main Menu

    Select this to initiate Zero gas analysis (blanking). Page Select this to view the first of three (3) Information screens, which display information about the ta7000F, errors, and analytical trends, and allow you to configure certain ta7000F settings. 3-4 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor...

  • Page 43: Working From The Page Screens

    Working From the Page Screens From the Main Menu, press the Page key to view the System Settings screen (Figure 3-4). Press Page again to view the Temperatures & Status screen, and again to the view the Calibration Settings page. Pages that allow changes ‘...

  • Page 44: Working From The System Settings Screen

    The first Page screen (System Settings screen, Figure 3-4) is for general con- figuration settings. Setting the Clock This screen allows you to set the ta7000F Time and Date. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to select Clock, then press the Edit key. Move the cursor ( ‘ ‘ ) to the first number and use the Up/Down arrow keys to make changes.

  • Page 45: Viewing System Information On The Temperatures & Status Screen

    Viewing System Information on the Temperatures & Status Screen From the System Settings screen press the Page key to view the Tempera- tures & Status screen, which displays status information about the critical heated zones and status of the Detector, and the Carrier and Calibration gas pressures.

  • Page 46: Working From The Calibration Screen

    This is the Retention Time, which is the time point of the peak from the start of the most recent analysis run. Conc. Factor This is a value that is preset at the factory. This number represents the internal gas blender ratio. 3-8 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...

  • Page 47: Setting Auto-Calibration Parameters

    The ta7000F Monitor does not need Zero calibration. An external Calibra- tion gas source must be connected to the AUX port on the ta7000F Rear Panel of the ta7000F marked. Refer to the Gas Calibration specifications in Chapter 5.

  • Page 48: Initiating A Manual Calibration

    From the Main Menu, press the Calib key to start a Manual calibration run of the ta7000F. The ta7000F does not need Zero calibration. An external Calibra- tion gas source must be connected to the AUX port on the ta7000F Rear Panel. Refer to the Specifications chapter for Calibration gas specifications.

  • Page 49: Saving Changes To Non-Volatile Ram

    LED will turn RED. This indicates that there is a system error or system state change. The ta7000F must be in Idle or Warm-up mode before it will accept or save changes into non-volatile RAM. Use the Page key to move to the System Settings screen. Any changes made will be displayed under System Errors on the System Settings screen (see Figure 3-4).

  • Page 50: Powering Down The Ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor

    2. Shut off all support gases except the Carrier gas. 3. Press the Cool key and allow the ta7000F to cool down until all tempera- tures are below 50 °C. 4. Switch Off the AC power to the ta7000F and all other components.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    When the Status LED on the front panel is RED it indicates that there are sys- tem errors or the status of the ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor has changed. The System Status screen displays error messages that the system has encoun- tered.

  • Page 52: Temperature Out Of Range

    Corrective Action: From the User Interface, check the Temperature Measure (Meas) and Setpoint (Set) values to see if the Meas value is =/> the Set value. Refer to “Starting the ta7000F in the Warm-Up Cycle” in Chapter 2. FID Flame Out Error The Flame Ionization Detector (FID) flame has gone out.

  • Page 53: Event Program Error

    This fault can only be updated during the Warm-up or Idle modes. Corrective Action: • Place the ta7000F into Warm-up mode to check if this updates and clears this error. • Place the ta7000F into Idle mode to check if this updates and clears this error.
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  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications Model Designation and Detection Limit Specifications ta7000F Standard Model Lower Detection Limit Non-Methane Carbon Methane (CH Hydrocarbons Monoxide (CO) Sample Gas Model (NMHC) PPB Nitrogen (N ta7000F-N2 <0.5 <1.0 <2.0 Argon (Ar) ta7000F-Ar <0.5 <1.0 <2.0 Helium (He) ta7000F-He <0.5...

  • Page 56: Performance Specifications

    FID H 1/16-inch VICI compression Aux (Calibration) 1/16-inch VICI compression Sample Outlet 1/16-inch VICI compression FID H SHUT-OFF 1/8-inch VICI compression (supplied at 3.9 BAR/57 PSI) Actuator Gas 1/8-inch VICI compression 5-2 | ta7000F Gas Purity Monitor PN T900-014, Rev B...

  • Page 57: Actuator Gas

    4.8–10.2 BAR (70–150 PSIG) Gas Type Inerts (Nitrogen, Argon, Helium), 7 nines or better or CDA, dewpoint < -65 °C Gas Type Inerts (Nitrogen, Argon, Helium), 7 nines or better (for ta7000F-O only) Calibration Gas Specification Description Inlet Fitting 1/16-inch VICI compression fitting Cylinder Concentration 5–10 PPM H...
  • Page 58 PLC Output Format The concentration data, status, and other detail information is sent from Port 2 of the ta7000F automatically at the end of every run. The format used is called Comma Separated Variable (CSV), a common MS Excel format.
  • Page 59 An example of this output string is: 2001-08-16 14:54:13,54,M,E,2,00000000,CH4 ,441,CO2 ,5332,NMHC,172 Communication Ports The ta7000F has three (3) communication ports (COM 1, COM 2, COM 3), which are 9-pin male D-type connectors. Refer to Chapter 2 for more information. Parallel Printer Port (LPT1) The Parallel Printer Port uses a standard 25-pin female D-type connector.
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  • Page 61 AMETEK Process Instruments delivers worldwide sales and service support through a network of direct and factory-trained global distribution channels. AMETEK Service Assistance Program plans offer coverage up to 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. As worldwide experts in the manufacture of process analyzers and instrumentation, we have supplied solutions to industry since 1962, providing the widest range of analysis technology available.

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