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- Page 1 Manual Autoloader CSi/d Translation © Eltra GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany | 24.09.2018 Version 0001...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
General information ..........................9 About the device ..........................9 Transport............................9 Installation ............................10 Setting up the CSi/d Autoloader ...................... 10 CSi/d Autoloader connections ......................11 Dismantling the side cover ....................... 12 Switching to manual mode ....................... 13 Affixing to the analyzer ........................14 Individual step cycles ........................ - Page 4 Contact information...
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Page 5: Contact Information
Any infringements of this constitute an obligation to pay damages. 2.1 Intended use This device is used for the automatic supply of crucibles for the CSi/d analyzer. It may only be used in the laboratory by appropriately qualified and trained personnel. -
Page 6: Explanations Of The Safety Instructions
Notes on the Manual 2.3 Explanations of the Safety Instructions In this Operating Manual, we give you the following safety warnings Mortal injury may result from not following these safety warnings. We give you the following warnings and corresponding content. DANGER D1.0000 Type of danger / personal injury... -
Page 7: Explanation Of The Warning Symbols
Notes on the Manual In the event of possible property damage we inform you with the word “Instructions” and the corresponding content. NOTICE N1.0000 Type of property damage Source of property damage Possible consequences if the notices are not observed. ... - Page 8 CAUTION C5.0092 Risk of injury caused by incorrect repairs – This Manual does not contain any repair instruction. • For safety reasons, repairs may only be carried out by Eltra GmbH, an authorised representative or by qualified service technicians. genile...
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Page 9: General Information
The CSi/d Autoloader is delivered in an assembled state. Only the connectors need to be connected on the back and the CSi/d Autoloader screwed to the analyzer. For this reason, no adjustment is usually required after installation. The various possible settings are, however, described in detail in the “Servicing”... -
Page 10: Installation
2. When setting up ensure there is a stable, non-slip and fireproof base, and comply with the following safety instructions in this respect. The CSi/d Autoloader has now been set up and can be installed. DANGER D4.0006 Danger caused by burning samples –... -
Page 11: Csi/D Autoloader Connections
Installation 4.2 CSi/d Autoloader connections The three connections on the back of the CSi/d Autoloader must be connected to put it into operation. Fig. 1: Connections on the back of the CSi/d Autoloader Number Component Description Connection for the pneumatic connection to the... -
Page 12: Dismantling The Side Cover
The electronics of the device may be damaged. Only use the power supply unit provided. 4.3 Dismantling the side cover The side cover must be dismantled to install and adjust the CSi/d Autoloader. Fig. 2: Side cover Number Component... -
Page 13: Switching To Manual Mode
Electrical connection safety is plugged in there, the safety circuit is bridged circuit To switch to manual mode the CSi analyzer must be turned off and connected to the CSi/d Autoloader. Proceed as follows: 1. Pull the power supply unit from the back of the CSi/d Autoloader. -
Page 14: Affixing To The Analyzer
CSi/d Autoloader. Important safety devices are deactivated. Exit manual mode before analysing samples. Genilellen 4.5 Affixing to the analyzer Two brackets are used to screw the CSi/d Autoloader to the analyzer. Fig. 4: Aligning the CSi/d Autoloader Number Component... -
Page 15: Individual Step Cycles
The Autoloader has now been connected to the analyzer. 4.6 Individual step cycles If the CSi/d Autoloader is in manual mode, it is possible to switch through the individual steps of the device using the manual control button; the CSi/d Autoloader then follows the step sequence for the analysis mode. -
Page 16: Operation
Make sure that the CSi/d Autoloader is connected to the activated analyzer. 2. Press the main switch (1) on the CSi/d Autoloader (see Fig. 5: CSi/d main switch) The status LED on the main switch of the CSi/d Autoloader lights up and the device has been switched on. -
Page 17: Loading The Analyzer
Operation 5.2 Loading the analyzer The CSi/d Autoloader can be loaded with up to 36 samples at the same time. Fig. 6: Loading the CSi/d Autoloader Number Component Description Order in which the crucibles must be positioned Examples of positions Proceed as follows to load the CSi/d Autoloader with samples: 1.... -
Page 18: Moving Crucibles
Operation 5.3 Moving crucibles For contamination reasons, crucibles may only be moved before the analysis using crucible tongs. DANGER D5.0006 Danger caused by burning samples – Damage to the respiratory tract, skin and/or mucous membranes. – Radiation damage. Users themselves must assess the risk emanating from a sample during analysis. -
Page 19: Servicing
Organic solvents may not be used to clean the housing. Only use a slightly moist cloth for cleaning. 6.1 Dismantling the top and bottom cover Under some circumstances the top cover needs to be removed when servicing the CSi/d Autoloader. Fig. 8: Top/bottom cover... - Page 20 2. Pull the top cover forwards and remove it. The top cover has now been removed. Under some circumstances the bottom cover needs to be removed when servicing the CSi/d Autoloader. Proceed as follows to dismantle the bottom cover: 1....
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Page 21: Adjusting The Chain Motor Belt
Servicing 6.2 Adjusting the chain motor belt The chain motor belt is situated below the crucible chain behind the side cover. The mechanical tension on the chain motor belt can be checked by applying pressure to the chain motor belt. Fig. -
Page 22: Adjusting The Chain Tension
Servicing 6.3 Adjusting the chain tension The CSi/d Autoloader is supplied with the chain tension adjusted. This can be checked and adjusted where necessary. Fig. 11: Crucible chain Number Component Description Examples of positions for Holding to check the chain tension holding Should have approx. - Page 23 Servicing Proceed as follows to check the chain tension: 1. Press a number of crucible trays in the back row down (1) to hold them in their current position (see Fig. 11: Crucible chain). 2. Move the front crucible trays (2) to the right and left (see Fig. 11: Crucible chain).
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Page 24: Adjusting The Height Of The Gripper Arm
Release the screws (1) (see Fig. 13: Adjusting the gripper arm height). 4. Move the assembly up or down until the distance between the assembly and the bottom edge of the CSi/d Autoloader is approx. 253 mm. Tighten the screws (1) again (see Fig. 13: Adjusting the gripper arm height). 5.... -
Page 25: Adjusting The Gripper Arm Position
Servicing 6.5 Adjusting the gripper arm position The gripper arm position must be precisely adjusted to ensure that the crucible is gripped accurately. Fig. 14: Adjusting the gripper arm position Number Component Description Used to adjust the X position of the gripper arm Screws for the X position Used to adjust the Y position of the gripper arm Screws for the Y position... -
Page 26: Adjusting The Gripper Fingers
Servicing 6.6 Adjusting the gripper fingers The distance between the gripper fingers must be adjusted to guarantee safe gripping of the crucibles. This distance should be adjusted again if the crucibles are not gripped correctly. Fig. 15: Adjusting the gripper fingers Number Component Description... - Page 27 Servicing The internal distance between the gripper fingers (1) should be around 36 mm. Proceed as follows to adjust this distance as required: Adjusting the gripper fingers: 1. Release the screws (3) (see Fig. 15: Adjusting the gripper fingers). 2. Pull the gripper arm upwards to release it from the motor shaft (4) (see Fig.
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Page 28: Speed Of Movement
Servicing 6.7 Speed of Movement The speed of movement of the gripper fingers and the raising and lowering of the gripper arm can be regulated by needle valves behind the side cover. Fig. 16: Adjusting the speed of movement Number Component Description Needle valve for regulating the gripper finger... - Page 29 Servicing Proceed as follows to set the appropriate speed: Adjusting the needle valves for speeds: 1. Turn the needle valve (1) in a clockwise direction to reduce the speed of movement of the gripper fingers (see Fig. 16: Adjusting the speed of movement).
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Page 30: Technical Information
Technical information Technical information 7.1 Technical information Dimensions Width 20 cm Depth 65 cm Height 60 cm Weight 21 kg Power supply Ext. power supply unit (100-240 V AC Electrical data 50/60 Hz) Voltage 24 V Power consumption <= 1.4 A Protection class Safety Overvoltage category... -
Page 31: Safety Circuit
Technical information 7.2 Safety circuit The safety circuit ensures that the CSi/d Autoloader can only be put into operation under certain conditions. This is designed to prevent personal injury and damage to property. The safety circuit checks the following conditions: •... -
Page 32: Non-Stop Cycles
CSi/d Autoloader. Non-stop operation without burning is also required at trade fairs, and the CSi/d Autoloader can be loaded with 26 empty crucibles to this end. Proceed as follows to make the CSi/d Autoloader perform non-stop cycles: 1.... -
Page 33: Attaching And Removing The Plastic Pipes
Technical information 7.5 Attaching and removing the plastic pipes To connect the plastic hose (KS), simply press as far as possible into the relevant connector. Fig. 19: Connecting the plastic pipe To remove the plastic hose (KS), first press the plastic ring (KR) of the connector against the metal ring and then pull the pipe out, keeping the ring pressed. -
Page 34: Error Messages
Technical information 7.6 Error messages The electronic circuit board of the CSi/d Autoloader is fitted with a buzzer. The buzzer uses a fixed number of sounds (buzzes) to alerts to faults. You can find an overview of the number of... -
Page 35: Disposal
Disposal Disposal In the case of a disposal, the respective statutory requirements must be observed. In the following, information on the disposal of electrical and electronic devices in the European Community are given. Within the European Community the disposal of electrically operated devices is regulated by national provisions that are based on the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). -
Page 36: Index
Index Index... - Page 37 Error messages ..........34 serious injury ............6 Explanations of the safety instructions ....6 Servicing ............19 Setting up the CSi/d Autoloader ......10 Speed of Movement ........... 28 General information ..........9 Switching to manual mode ......... 13 General safety instructions ........
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