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- Page 1 ISSUE 1.07 Raising gas analysis to new levels SERIES 4 SOLAR HEATED FID VOC ANALYSER OPERATING MANUAL...
- Page 2 While we believe that the information and guidance given in this manual is correct, all parties must rely upon their own skill and judgment when making use of it. Signal Group Ltd. will not assume any liability to anyone for any loss or damage caused by any error or omission in the manual, whether such error or omission is the result of negligence or any other cause.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Dual FID Cutter Cartridge Replacement ..............37 Routine Servicing ......................39 Schedule ........................39 Service Manual ......................39 Sample Capillary ....................... 39 Table of Figures ......................42 Table of Tables ......................42 www.signal-group.com P a g e | 3 of 42... -
Page 4: What's In The Box
• Sample filter key (MC/318011) • 9/16” Wrench • 7/16” Wrench • USB drive with related documents ‒ Analogue output connection cable – Signal Part No. MI/995 (Optional) ‒ Relay output connection cable – Signal Part No. MI/996 (Optional) www.signal-group.com P a g e... - Page 5 ‒ Read all instructions prior to installing, operating, and servicing the product. ‒ If you do not understand any of the instructions, contact your Signal Group Ltd representative for clarification.
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Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
‒ No part of a cylinder should be exposed to a temperature higher than 52°C (125°F), or a naked flame or incandescent material. ‒ Do not place cylinders where they could become part of an electric circuit. www.signal-group.com P a g e | 6 of 42... -
Page 7: Operation And Maintenance
Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Operation and Maintenance On leaving the Signal Group Ltd factory, this product conformed to all applicable safety directives. The operator must take care to follow the instructions given in this manual to preserve this condition. -
Page 8: Competent Personnel
Specialist knowledge of this instrumentation is a necessity for working with and on the unit. Authorised personnel for installing, operating, servicing, and maintaining the analyser are instructed and trained personnel of the operating company, Signal Group Ltd or their local representatives. -
Page 9: Quick-Start
Standby – the unit will go to a state ready for measurement. No gas valves will be open. Zero – the unit will automatically initiate ignition, and once the flame is lit, open the zero valve to begin measuring zero gas. www.signal-group.com P a g e | 9 of 42... - Page 10 Front Panel Light codes Light Status Red Blink Heating Purple Loading Config File Yellow Standby Yellow Blink Purge Green Measurement Mode White No Config Red/Blue Alarm Blue Sleep www.signal-group.com P a g e | 10 of 42...
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Page 11: Introduction
• On-board data logging; • 24VDC power supply. Signal is renowned for its ability to create instruments for special applications, so if the options above do not cover your specific requirements then contact Signal or one of their local representatives to discuss your application further. -
Page 12: The Principle Of Flame Ionisation
40 ppm Methane equivalence (ppm), or 13.33 ppm Propane equivalence. These are two of the ways that the hydrocarbon concentration can be expressed. The Signal Dual FID SOLAR will always output methane equivalence. Combustion exhaust gases normally contain some hydrocarbons that are liquid at ambient temperatures. -
Page 13: Flow Schemes
‒ Figure 8 : NMHC dual FID flow schematic (with an air pump and no sample pump) ‒ Figure 9 : NMHC dual FID flow schematic (with no air pump and a sample pump) www.signal-group.com P a g e | 13 of 42... - Page 14 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 1 : THC flow schematic (with air and sample pumps) www.signal-group.com Page | 14 of 42...
- Page 15 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 2 : THC flow schematic (without pumps) www.signal-group.com Page | 15 of 42...
- Page 16 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 3 : THC flow schematic (with an air pump and no sample pump) www.signal-group.com Page | 16 of 42...
- Page 17 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 4 : THC flow schematic (with no air pump and a sample pump) www.signal-group.com Page | 17 of 42...
- Page 18 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 5 : THC MCERT flow schematic (separate burner bulkhead with no air pump and a sample pump) www.signal-group.com Page | 18 of 42...
- Page 19 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 6 : NMHC dual FID flow schematic (with pumps) www.signal-group.com Page | 19 of 42...
- Page 20 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 7 : NMHC dual FID flow schematic (with no pumps) www.signal-group.com Page | 20 of 42...
- Page 21 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 8 : NMHC dual FID flow schematic (with an air pump and no sample pump) www.signal-group.com Page | 21 of 42...
- Page 22 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 9 : NMHC dual FID flow schematic (with no air pump and a sample pump) www.signal-group.com Page | 22 of 42...
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Page 23: Operation
Operation Services Signal Group Ltd assumes that the user has a certain level of understanding of gas analysers. Some aspects of gas analysis can be dangerous without proper training and understanding. Signal and its representatives are able to provide full analyser training on request. Contact your local representative for further information. - Page 24 ‒ For instruments without internal air purifier, zero-grade air must be provided for accurate readings. Some applications may require an external air purifier to achieve best performance. Consult your local Signal Group Ltd representative for further advice. ‒ Connect your chosen air supply to the AIR port on the rear panel.
- Page 25 FID flame and prevent proper use of the instrument. ‒ If desired, attach your chosen output cables (analogue/relays/etc) now. Preassembled cables can be purchased separately from Signal Group Ltd. Contact your local representative for details. Alternatively, see the Output Wiring section of this manual for connection information.
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Page 27: Control
1 hour after ignition before attempting to calibrate. ‒ Before attempting any calibration, ensure that the correct gases are connected. www.signal-group.com P a g e | 27 of 42... - Page 28 ‒ There are many reasons that a stable reading would not be found. It is advisable to contact your local Signal Service representative for advice if this occurs. Coarse Zero/Span Calibration ‒ It may be necessary, from time to time, to initiate a coarse calibration. This is a fully automated procedure which adjusts the amplifier hardware for optimum performance.
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Page 29: Remote Control
Issue 1.07 ‒ Recent service of sample or air pump; ‒ Significant change in ambient conditions (pressure, temperature, etc) ‒ It is advisable that you contact your local Signal Group Ltd representative if you suspect a requirement for coarse calibration. Measurement ‒... -
Page 30: Connectivity
‒ P level: λ60 = 0.1 x 10-6/operation. This value was measured at a switching frequency of 120 operations/min and the criterion of contact resistance is 100. This value may vary depending on the operating environment. Always double-check relay suitability under actual operating conditions www.signal-group.com P a g e | 30 of 42... - Page 31 DIO6 LighBlue/Brown LightBlue/Black DIO14 Red/Black White DIO7 Gray/Brown LightGreen/Gray DIO15 Brown/White Pink DIO8 Black LightGreen/Black DIO16 Brown/Black Table 3 : Relay wiring table - Colours refer to Signal output cable MI/1020 www.signal-group.com P a g e | 31 of 42...
- Page 32 Orange White DIO6 Purple Orange DIO14 White DIO7 Purple DIO15 Brown Grey DIO8 Blue Brown DIO16 Black Table 4 : Relay wiring table - Colours refer to Signal output cable MI/996 www.signal-group.com P a g e | 32 of 42...
- Page 33 Blue White Violet Black White Red/Blue Orange Grey/Pink White White/Pink Yellow Brown/Green White White/Green Green Grey/Brown White White/Yellow Blue White/Grey White Yellow/Brown Purple Pink/Brown Table 5 : Chart Output Pinout Colour www.signal-group.com P a g e | 33 of 42...
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Page 34: Routine Maintenance
Dirty Filters may contain corrosive compounds. Use gloves. Obey local safety measures. Signal recommends and supplies PTFE filters (Part number FILT/023) for use as internal Sample filter in all Solar and Quasar instruments. These PTFE filters may be cleaned and re- used. - Page 35 The following replaceable filters are located inside the instrument and should be changed at routine service intervals, or when contaminated: ‒ Air filter: Signal Part Number FILT/029 (see Figure 12- Filter details, detail “A”) ‒ Fuel filter: Signal Part Number FILT/702 (see Figure 12- Filter details, detail “B”) Take care not to damage the plastic filter body when replacing.
- Page 36 DETAIL ‘A’ - VIEW ON ‘X’ DETAIL ‘B’ DETAIL ‘B’ - VIEW ON ‘X’ BYPASS CONTROL VALVE AIR CONTROL VALVE FUEL CONTROL VALVE Figure 12 : Filter, Oven inlets and control valve details www.signal-group.com P a g e | 36 of 42...
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Page 37: Dual Fid Cutter Cartridge Replacement
With the bolt in place, use a pair of pliers to pull out the cartridge. ‒ The old cartridge can either be sent back to Signal for a refurbishment or it can be disposed of (it contains no harmful components so it can be disposed of safely adhering to local requirements). - Page 38 Series 4 Operating Manual - Solar Issue 1.07 Figure 13 : Cutter cartridge details www.signal-group.com Page | 38 of 42...
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Page 39: Routine Servicing
The analyser requires regular servicing to maintain its accuracy and operational status. Servicing should be carried out by a qualified service engineer with electrical and pneumatic experience. If you do not have these in-house skills, contact your local Signal representative who will be pleased to assist you. - Page 40 Figure 14 : Capillary access plate ‒ Using a small brush or vacuum cleaner, remove all particulate from around the capillary ‒ Disconnect and replace the capillary. Figure 15 : THC capillary locations www.signal-group.com P a g e | 40 of 42...
- Page 41 Figure 16 : NMHC and CH4 capillary locations ‒ Once the capillary has been replaced, insert the insulation and install the access plate. ‒ Install the analyser and perform a coarse calibration, followed by a standard Zero/Span calibration. www.signal-group.com P a g e | 41 of 42...
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Page 42: 10 Table Of Figures
Table 1 : Document history table ....................2 Table 2 : Quick-start setup......................9 Table 3 : Relay wiring table - Colours refer to Signal output cable MI/1020 ......31 Table 4 : Relay wiring table - Colours refer to Signal output cable MI/996 ......32 Table 5 : Chart Output Pinout Colour ..................
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