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About This Manual This manual provides information about installing, maintaining, and servicing the Mercury System. It also contains important alerts to ensure safe operation and prevent equipment damage. The manual is organized into the following chapters and appendices to provide direct access to specific operation and service information.
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This manual contains important information to alert you to potential Safety and Equipment safety hazards and risks of equipment damage. Refer to the following types Damage Alerts of alerts you may see in this manual. Safety and Equipment Damage Alert Descriptions Alert Description DANGER...
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Alert Description ▲ The LCD module polarizing plate is very fragile, handle it carefully. ▲ Do not wipe the LCD module polarizing plate with a dry cloth, it may easily scratch the plate. ▲ Do not use Ketonics solvent or aromatic solvent to clean the LCD module, use a soft cloth moistened with a naphtha cleaning solvent.
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction......................1-1 System Overview................. 1-1 Model 80i ................... 1-1 Model 81i ................... 1-2 Model 82i ................... 1-4 Pneumatics..................1-5 Electronics ..................1-5 Electrical Power ................1-6 Model 83i ................... 1-6 Model 83i GC .................. 1-10 Mercuric Chloride Generator............1-11 Component Description ..............
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Normal Operational Parameters (with 83i) ........2-8 Normal Operational Parameters (with 83i GC) ......2-10 Nitrogen Generator Venting ............. 2-10 Shut Down the System (prior to removal)......... 2-10 Updating Firmware................2-11 Chapter 3 Calibration ......................3-1 Manual System Calibration..............3-1 Auto System Calibration ..............3-3 Calibration Check Procedures .............
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System Preparation ............... 6-1 Equipment Installation on Rack Exterior ........6-2 Equipment Installation on Rack Interior........6-3 Retrofit Instructions For Fielded Mercury Systems ....... 6-3 Electrical Connections ..............6-4 Pneumatic Connections ..............6-5 80i Input/Output Configuration ..........6-5 Functional Check................6-6 Zero Air Supply ..................
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Figures Figure 1–1. Model 80i Flow Diagram..............1-2 Figure 1–2. Model 81i Flow Diagram..............1-4 Figure 1–3. Model 82i Probe Controller Flow Diagram ........1-5 Figure 1–4. Model 83i Probe Flow Diagram ............1-8 Figure 1–5. Model 83i Probe Flow Diagram with Oxidizer .........1-9 Figure 1–6.
Chapter 1 Introduction Note This manual is for use with the Mercury Freedom™ System System Overview integrated by Thermo Fisher Scientific. Systems integrated by others will vary from the information provided in this document. ▲ The Model 80i is normally configured as one component of an integrated Model 80i Hg Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS).
The Model 81i is normally configured as one component of an integrated Hg Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS). The Thermo Scientific Mercury Freedom ™ System is comprised of a Hg analyzer (Model 80i), a Hg calibrator (Model 81i), a Hg probe controller...
Introduction Model 81i (Model 82i), and a Hg probe (Model 83i), along with additional peripheral components, such as a zero air supply, umbilical, and instrument rack. However, the Model 81i is also available as a stand-alone calibrator. Table 1–1 shows the Model 81i solenoid valve status for the different calibrator modes.
V2 (NO) through a Hg scrubber prior to being sent to exhaust. The Model 82i Mercury (Hg) Probe Controller is configured as one Model 82i component of the Thermo Scientific integrated Hg Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS). The Model 82i is not available as a stand- alone instrument.
Introduction Model 82i Clean, dry, pressurized (~85 psig) air feeds two electo/pneumatic pressure Pneumatics transducers which adjust and maintain output pressure to the Model 83i probe eductor and blowback pneumatics (Figure 1–3). Pressurized (~85 psig) Hg-free zero air or nitrogen feeds a third electo/pneumatic pressure transducer which adjusts and maintains dilution gas pressure to the Model 83i probe dilution module.
The Model 83i Mercury (Hg) Extraction Probe is configured as one Model 83i component of the Thermo Scientific integrated Hg Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS). The Thermo Scientific Mercury Freedom™ System is comprised of a Hg analyzer (Model 80i), a Hg Calibrator (Model...
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Introduction Model 83i regulators, as well as an electronic vacuum transducer monitoring the dilution module vacuum in the Model 83i. The Model 83i extraction probe includes an filter with a built in dilution module and high temperature thermal converter for reducing oxidized Hg to elemental for subsequent analysis by the Model 80i.
Introduction Model 83i GC The high temperature, dilution-based Model 83i GC Hg Non-Inertial Model 83i GC Dilution Probe is compact, light weight, and modular in design for ease of both serviceability and manufacturability. The Model 83i GC consists of the following four functional sections: Heated Probe Barrel Assembly ●...
Introduction Mercuric Chloride Generator Mercuric Chloride The TFS Mercuric Chloride Generator (Oxidizer) uses a patented process by which chlorine gas is mixed with elemental mercury (Figure 1–6). This Generator mixing is done a short distance from the probe injection point to help minimize contact of mercuric chloride with cold spots.
Introduction Mercuric Chloride Generator Heater Block The heater block encloses the oxidizer weldment for even heating. Thermocouple The Type K thermocouple is used to measure the oxidizer temperature. Insulation The insulation surrounding the heater block helps maintain a uniform and constant temperature.
Introduction Hydrator Hydrator The Hydrator humidifies calibration gas, improves system response, and enables more complete Hg recovery. See Figure 1–8 and Figure 1–9. Figure 1–8. Hydrator System Mount and Close-up View DC Power Jack Cannister Cap Cannister Top Hydrator Connector Board Upper Cannister Hydrator Enclosure Front Panel...
Introduction Nitrogen Generator The MaxSense™ Nitrogen Generation Package (Nitrogen Generator) Nitrogen Generator creates clean, dry compressed nitrogen gas from compressed air (Figure 1–10). The performance specifications are 99% nitrogen (N ) gas at 60 scfh given 100 psig compressed air pressure. The complete system includes three-stage compressed air filtration designed to protect the Nitrogen Generator for constant performance with support to the Model 80i.
Introduction Scrubber Assembly Scrubber Assembly The three-stage scrubber assembly removes trace levels of mercury and interference compounds (Figure 1–11). It includes the following components: Silica Gel (Dryrite™) – Additional to a heatless or permeation air dryer ● Molecular Sieve (Purafil™) – Additional hydrocarbon and interference ●...
Introduction Umbilical Cable Figure 1–12. Stack Mounting Flange Umbilical Cable The umbilical cable is used to connect the rack system (in the CEMS shelter) with the extraction probe. The umbilical cable includes high- temperature, corrosive-resistant wiring, and chemically inert tubing with select adsorbtion characteristics.
Chapter 2 System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down This chapter provides the recommended procedures and settings for installing a Mercury System. Lifting When lifting an instrument, use a procedure appropriate to lifting a heavy object, such as bending at the knees while keeping your back straight and upright.
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Plumbing and Electrical Hookup Plumbing and Refer to the “System Reference Drawings” in Appendix B for the system plumbing and electrical hookup connections. Electrical Hookup Equipment Damage To prevent damaging the probe transducer, read the cable labels carefully and DO NOT connect the C or D cable to the wrong connector on the 82i rear panel.
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Start-Up Example: From the Main Menu, select > Instrument Controls > Gas Mode > Instrument Zero. b. Verify that the 81i changes to that mode. 4. To test communication from the 80i to the 82i: View Diagnostics from the 83i, such as Voltages >...
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down System Checkout Check that the 81i gas mode display mirrors what is shown on the 80i gas System Checkout mode display as follows: 80i Gas Mode > Instrument Controls > Gas Modes > Analyzer Zero. Refer to the individual Mercury instruction manual if displays do not match and units are not communicating.
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System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down System Checkout 10. At the 80i Main Menu, select > Diagnostics > Pressure > Analyzer, and record the chamber pressure (typically < 70 mm Hg). 11. At the 80i Main Menu, select > Instrument Controls > Auto/Manual, and switch to Manual Hg(0).
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Recommended Initial Parameter Settings Recommended Initial This section provides recommendations for initial parameter settings. Parameter Settings Initial Service Settings Table 2–2 lists the initial service settings. Table 2–2. Initial Service Settings Parameter Typical Range PMT Voltage 500 –...
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Recommended Initial Parameter Settings Alarms Settings Table 2–4. 80i Alarms Settings Parameter Range Typical Value Internal Temperature 15 – 45 °C 32 °C Chamber Temperature 40 – 50 °C 45 °C Cooler Temperature 10 –...
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Recommended Initial Parameter Settings Table 2–6 lists the 83i normal operational parameters. Normal Operational Parameters (with 83i) Note Table 2–6 is a guideline. All values based on 10 µ g/m at ~9 LPM. Eductor pressure is set to 5 psig for wet stack and 15 psig during dry stack application.
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Recommended Initial Parameter Settings Table 2–6. Normal Operational Parameters - 83i Thermo Fisher Scientific Mercury System Manual...
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Nitrogen Generator Venting Normal Operational Table 2–7 lists the normal operational parameters for the 83i GC. Parameters (with 83i GC) Note Table 2–7 is a guideline. All values based on 10 µ g/m at ~9 LPM.
System Installation, Set Up and Shut Down Updating Firmware 3. At the 80i, 81i, and 82i front panels, turn the power switches OFF. 4. At the 82i rear panel, disconnect the 120 VAC plug from the UPS connector, and disconnect the 208/220 VAC from the rear connectors. 5.
Chapter 3 Calibration Use the following procedure to manually calibrate the Mercury System. Manual System Calibration 1. From the Model 80i Main Menu, select Instrument Controls > Auto/Manual Mode > Hg(0). 2. From the Main Menu, select Averaging Time. 3. Set the averaging time to 60 seconds. 4.
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Calibration Manual System Calibration 12. From the Main Menu, select Instrument Controls > Auto/Manual Mode > Hg(t). 13. Repeat Steps 4 through 11 for Hg(t) mode. 14. From the Main Menu, select Instrument Controls > Auto/Manual Mode > Hg(0)/Hg(t). 15. Set Average Time to 120 seconds. 16.
Calibration Auto System Calibration 25. Verify the 80i concentration reads similar to the 81i output concentration value. 26. Record the following values: Hg(0) Coefficient ___________________ Hg(t) Coefficient ___________________ Auto System Use the following procedure to perform an auto calibration. Calibration 1.
Calibration Calibration Check Procedures The system calibration check requires the calibration gas to go through all Calibration Check system components. The calibration check must be done daily with either Procedures or HgCl . Since the system uses a converter, if elemental Hg is used, you must do weekly system integrity checks.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting The Mercury Freedom ™ System has been designed to achieve a high level of reliability. In the event of problems or failure, the troubleshooting guidelines and system reference diagrams presented in this manual should be helpful in identifying and isolating problems. The Technical Support Department at Thermo Fisher Scientific can also be consulted in the event of problems.
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Next check the appropriate troubleshooting guides in the following sections: “Power-Up Failures” on page 4-3 ● “Alarm Messages” on page 4-4 ● “Firmware and Communications Troubleshooting” on page 4-12 ● “System Zero and Calibration Troubleshooting” on page 4-12 ●...
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action pressure “bad”, eductor wiring at probe. pressure “good” Probe does not heat Heater cartridge slipped out Use tie wrap to secure because of vertical probe mounting heater. Component power OFF Turn component power Replace fuse.
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Action Cause Main fuse is Unplug the power cord, open the fuse drawer on blown or the back panel, and check the fuses visually or missing. with a multimeter. Bad switch or Unplug the power cord, disconnect the switch and wiring check operation with a multimeter.
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Alarm Possible Cause Action Message Converter Temp temp Check component power status. High temp Check set point. Alarm 81i – Cooler temp does not Check Cooler fan/clean filter. Cooler Temp match setting Alarm - Dilution Low pressure - leak Perform a leak test.
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Alarm Possible Cause Action Message Check that temperature is set to 220 °C. Check AC voltage to probe. Check communication between 80i/81i/82i. Check cabling in back of instruments. Measure ohms of thermocouple and heater. Check fuse on 82i power distribution board. Alarm –...
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Alarm Possible Cause Action Message connected properly properly. Cycle AC power to instrument. Alarm - I/O Exp Status Defective board If still alarming, change board. Alarm - Motherboard Status System Zero and Table 4–4 describes possible zero and calibration malfunctions and provides the recommended action to take to restore the system to normal Calibration operation.
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action less when the lamp is OFF, the problem may be caused by scattered light from dust in the optical bench. Input board failure Disconnect the input board from the interface board by unplugging ribbon cable labeled “INPUT.”...
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action Zero or Span will not Flow rate of either Verify that the zero air system is stabilize zero of span gas is providing adequate flow. inadequate Instrument is not Check sample flow and pressure drawing in span gas readings (Diagnostics menu).
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action Hg is not being adsorbed by the sampling system. Lines carrying Hg must be made from clean Teflon. Instrument is not Go to the Calibration Factors menu and properly calibrated verify that the Hg(t) Background and Hg(t) Coefficient are set appropriately.
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Establishing Configure iPort as appropriate for your particular type of connection. Refer to iPort Instruction Manual for additional firmware communications and Communication Between connection information. Instruments in the Mercury System Note If 81i is in Service mode, it will ignore 80i commands. ▲...
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides When connecting instruments within the Mercury System or connecting a Hub/Router Connection local PC to the Mercury System via a hub or router, use straight cables. Do not use the UPLINK port unless you are connecting to a network or another hub.
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action Troubleshoot/replace if necessary Local PC will not connect Incorrect Ethernet cables When attempting to via iPort used communicate directly between the PC and instrument, a crossover cable is required. If using an Ethernet hub/switch port (other than the UPLINK port), straight cables are required.
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides VOLTAGES: >MOTHERBOARD INTERFACE BOARD 80i INTERFACE BOARD 82i I/O BOARD RANGE DIAGS ALARM INTERFACE BRD80 VOLTAGES: > PMT SUPPLY 600.0 V 3.3 SUPPLY 3.3 V 5.0 SUPPLY 5.0 V 15.0 SUPPLY 15.0 V P15.0 SUPPLY 15.0 V 24.0 SUPPLY 24.0 V -15.0 SUPPLY...
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Model 80i Only Figure 4–1. Example of Model 80i Interface Board Voltage Test Point Locations LEDs on the 82i measurement interface board are used to troubleshoot the Probe Troubleshooting 82i and the 83i. Each LED represents a valve in either the 82i or 83i. with 82 LEDs When an LED is ON, the associated valve is ON.
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides LED No. Description Action flows. Check at probe also. Chlorine valve (83i) Check tank and shutoff valve. LEDs at the top of the 82i interface board can be used to troubleshoot Troubleshooting 82 communication and 24 V problems (Table 4–7). LED2 normally blinks Interface Board LEDs brightly and LED3 blinks dimly.
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Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action required. Contaminated filter If the probe has been running in a stack for more that 6 months without any preventive maintenance, remove and clean the filter in an ultrasonic bath or replace it. Calibration gas not The elemental mercury calibration transported by heated line...
Troubleshooting System Troubleshooting Guides Malfunction Possible Cause Action orifice assembly. If there is low flow or no flow, clean orifice in an ultrasonic bath or by pressurizing orifice with water. Low total efficiency Mercuric chloride is being Check probe insulation and repair lost on cold spots as necessary.
Troubleshooting Service Locations Malfunction Possible Cause Action in the tubing or filters membranes that look dirty. Remove any filters of the sampling that are not Teflon membranes. system, or inside the instrument Hydrator gas leak or no Check to see if bottom reservoir has water. water Locate gas leak and repair.
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Chapter 5 Preventive Maintenance This chapter describes the periodic maintenance procedures that should be performed on the system instruments and components to ensure proper operation. For instrument-level preventive maintenance information, refer to the manuals for the individual instruments. Since usage and environmental conditions vary greatly, you should inspect the system components frequently until an appropriate maintenance schedule is determined.
Preventive Maintenance System Preventive Maintenance System Preventive Table 5–1 provides a list of components and supplies that require periodic maintenance. Maintenance Table 5–1. Preventive Maintenance Schedule Task Time Monthly Quarterly Semi Required Annually Cleaning Sample Lines (Total / 6 Hours Elemental) Check Indicating Silica Gel on Dryer 30 Minutes...
Preventive Maintenance Heated Umbilical thermocouples for troubleshooting only. The A1 connector has the controlling thermocouple along with a spare. Refer to Figure B–3 on page B-4. Connector B is for the four heaters at the probe, stinger, converter, ● probe heater, and oxidizer heater. Connector C is for the 4-20 mA pressure transducers up at the probe, ●...
Preventive Maintenance Service Locations 9. Reconnect tubing and turn ON or set umbilical to the operating temperature (~120 °C). Note The recommended umbilical cleaning interval is site specific. Inspect the umbilical periodically until you establish a cleaning schedule appropriate for your site. ▲...
Chapter 6 Optional Equipment The Mercury System is available with the following options: “Mercuric Chloride Generator” on page 6-1 ● “Hydrator” on page 6-1 ● “Zero Air Supply” on page 6-7 ● “Nitrogen Generator” on page 6-7 ● Mercuric Chloride The TFS Mercuric Chloride Generator (oxidizer) uses a patented process by which chlorine gas is mixed with elemental mercury (Figure 1–6).
Optional Equipment Hydrator Equipment Installation on Use the following procedure to mount the Hydrator on the rack exterior. Rack Exterior 1. Mount the Hydrator assembly in the location specified. Be aware that the unit will be mounted in the upright position, as shown in Figure 6– 1.
Optional Equipment Hydrator Equipment Installation on Use the following procedure to mount the Hydrator on the rack exterior. Rack Interior 1. Mount Hydrator assembly at the rear of the instrument rack on the panel provided. Keep in mind the unit will be mounted in the upright position as shown in Figure 6–2.
Optional Equipment Hydrator 2. Use the holes on the Hydrator mounting tabs to mark through-hole location, and taking care not to over-penetrate, drill mounting holes using the appropriate drill/bit setup. Use appropriate stainless steel hardware to mount the Hydrator. 1. Attach the two 37-pin terminal boards supplied with the kit to the Electrical Connections corresponding 37-pin connectors on the rear of the 80i, and secure with the supplied hardware.
Optional Equipment Hydrator Pneumatic Connections 1. Remove 3/8-inch Teflon Umbilical Line 3, (if previously installed), from “PROBE” output of 81i. Attach this line to the output of the Hydrator. This is the 3/8-inch Kynar fitting on the right of the Hydrator when viewed from the front.
Optional Equipment Hydrator 9. Select Choose Action > Hydrator Alarm, and press The Hydrator will now fill during 80i “Sample” gas mode. 1. Remove the reservoir cap and fill the reservoir with deionized water ¾ Functional Check full. Replace cap. 2.
(Figure 1–10). ® Nitrogen Generator The Thermo Scientific MaxSense Nitrogen Air Handling System (Nitrogen Generator) converts air to nitrogen (N ). Nitrogen is used as a carrier for Hg calibration gas (from the 81i), and is also used as a dilution gas for sample measurements originating in the 83i or 83i GC.
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Optional Equipment Nitrogen Generator Parameter Specification Comments Mounting Wall mount Standard UniStrut and UniStrut accessories Rack side mount Dimensions 42 L X 39 W X 10 H Weight ~75 lbs. (~34 Kg) Fully Equipped with Consumables Note The nitrogen membranes separate oxygen from pressurized air. The composition of the product is determined by measuring the residual oxygen content.
The operating range of the nitrogen membrane modules is 70 – 175 psig. The Nitrogen Generator system must be supplied with 85 - 100 psig Recommended compressed, dry air (CDA) at the inlet regulator. The Thermo Scientific Configuration Air Handling System feeding the Nitrogen Generator will have a potential pressure drop of <10 psig, meaning the Nitrogen Generator air input could...
Appendix A Warranty Seller warrants that the Products will operate or perform substantially in conformance with Seller's published specifications and be free from defects in material and workmanship, when subjected to normal, proper and intended usage by properly trained personnel, for the period of time set forth in the product documentation, published specifications or package inserts.
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Warranty they were not designed, (v) causes external to the Products such as, but not limited to, power failure or electrical power surges, (vi) improper storage and handling of the Products or (vii) use of the Products in combination with equipment or software not supplied by Seller. If Seller determines that Products for which Buyer has requested warranty services are not covered by the warranty hereunder, Buyer shall pay or reimburse Seller for all costs of investigating and responding to such request at Seller's then...
Appendix B System Reference Drawings This appendix provides the system reference drawings. “Figure B–1. 83i System Plumbing Diagram 103013-00” ● on page B-2 “Figure B–2. 83i with Oxidizer System Plumbing Diagram 103013- ● 01” on page B-3 “Figure B–3. 83i Electrical and Plumbing Installation 103535-00” ●...
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System Reference Drawings Figure B–1. 83i System Plumbing Diagram 103013-00 Mercury System Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Appendix C Flowcharts of Menu-Driven Firmware This section presents detailed flowcharts for the 80i and the 81i menu- driven firmware and are provided here for convenience in navigating the Mercury System menus and screens. Thermo Fisher Scientific Mercury System Manual...
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