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Table of Contents
Software Features ................................................................................................................................ 4-1
Instrument Software Structure and Organization .................................................................................. 4-2
Chapter 5: Permeant Sensor Calibration ................................................................................................... 5-1
Permeant Sensor Performance Check ................................................................................................. 5-1
Performing a Permeant Sensor Calibration .......................................................................................... 5-1
Permeant Sensor Calibration Test Setup ............................................................................................. 5-2
Chapter 6: Testing Flat Film Samples ....................................................................................................... 6-1
Testing Suggestions ............................................................................................................................. 6-1
Preparing for a Film Test ...................................................................................................................... 6-2
Sample Size ......................................................................................................................................... 6-2
Using Masks ........................................................................................................................................ 6-2
Orienting the Sample ........................................................................................................................... 6-3
Humidified Testing ............................................................................................................................... 6-3
Filling the Humidifiers ........................................................................................................................... 6-3
Filling the Humidifiers during a Test ..................................................................................................... 6-4
Mounting a Sample in the Test Cell ...................................................................................................... 6-5
Loading and Unloading the Test Cell .................................................................................................... 6-6
Setting Up and Starting a Film Test ...................................................................................................... 6-8
Monitoring and Controlling a Film Test ................................................................................................. 6-8
Chapter 7: Testing Packages .................................................................................................................... 7-1
Testing Suggestions ............................................................................................................................. 7-1
Preparing the Instrument for a Package Test ....................................................................................... 7-2
Package Testing Methods .................................................................................................................... 7-3
Testing using Ambient Conditions .................................................................................................. 7-3
Package Conditioning..................................................................................................................... 7-3
Testing using an Environmental Chamber ...................................................................................... 7-3
Package Mounting Methods ................................................................................................................. 7-4
Mounting Bottles, Cups and Trays using a Package Plate .............................................................. 7-4
Mounting Pouches and Bags .......................................................................................................... 7-5
Supplying a Test Gas ........................................................................................................................... 7-6
Using Ambient Air for the Test Gas ................................................................................................ 7-6
Using a Compressed Gas for the Test Gas .................................................................................... 7-6
Setting Up and Starting a Package Test ............................................................................................... 7-8
Monitoring and Controlling a Package Test .......................................................................................... 7-8
Chapter 8: Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 8-1
Cleaning the Instrument ....................................................................................................................... 8-1
Cleaning the Air Filter ........................................................................................................................... 8-2
Cleaning the Test Cells ........................................................................................................................ 8-3
Maintaining the Test Cells .................................................................................................................... 8-3
Drying Out the Humidifiers ................................................................................................................... 8-3
Test Cell Components and Part Numbers ............................................................................................ 8-4
Maintaining the Oxygen Sensor ........................................................................................................... 8-5
Verifying Oxygen Sensor Performance ........................................................................................... 8-5
Maximizing Oxygen Sensor Life ..................................................................................................... 8-5
Replacing the Oxygen Sensor ........................................................................................................ 8-5
System Standby ................................................................................................................................... 8-6
System Shutdown for Storage or Repair .............................................................................................. 8-6
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 9-1
Error Messages and Warnings ............................................................................................................. 9-1
Troubleshooting Testing Problems ....................................................................................................... 9-1
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OX-TRAN Model 2/12 R Operator's Manual
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