Agilent Technologies 4107 User Manual
Agilent Technologies 4107 User Manual

Agilent Technologies 4107 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Agilent shall not be liable for errors or defined in FAR 2.101(a) or as damages on products or performance “Restricted computer software” as due to using non-Agilent genuine defined in FAR 52.227-19 (June 1987) parts. or any equivalent agency regulation or Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EN55011/CISPR11 South Korean Class A EMC declaration ICES/NMB-001 2. Introduction Site Preparation Requirements User Documentation Notes and Tips 3. Installation Overview Installing the Nitrogen Generator Unpacking Connecting the nitrogen generator to the air supply Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 4 Depressurizing the Nitrogen Generator 5. Maintenance, Spare Parts and Troubleshooting Routine Maintenance Draining Liquid from the Filter Housing Replacing the Gas Filters Checking the Gas Supply Tubing for Leaks Spare Parts Technical Support Troubleshooting Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 5: Safety Practices And Hazards

    Electromagnetic Compatibility ICES/NMB-001 General Operation of an Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator involves the use of compressed gases. Careless, improper or unskilled use of this nitrogen generator can cause death or serious injury to personnel, and/or severe damage to equipment and property.
  • Page 6: Air Supply

    The area in which cylinders are stored and the area surrounding the instrument must be adequately ventilated to prevent such gas accumulations. Do not directly inhale the output gas from the nitrogen generator. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 7: Electrical Hazards

    The nitrogen generator weighs approximately 110 kg (242.5 lb). To avoid injury to personnel or damage to the instrument or property, always use a suitable mechanical lifting device to move the nitrogen generator. Use only Agilent-supplied spares with your nitrogen generator. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 8: Warning Symbols

    The following symbol may be used on warning labels attached to the instrument or in this guide. When you see this symbol, refer to the relevant operation or service manual for the correct procedure referred to by that warning label. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 9: Ce Compliance

    When attached to the rear of the instrument, indicates that the product complies with the requirements of WEEE ROHS directive. CE Compliance Your Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive and the Low Voltage (electrical safety) Directive (commonly referred to as the LVD) of the European Union.
  • Page 10: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Make sure that all peripheral devices are also certified. Make sure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device to peripheral equipment. Consult your equipment dealer, Agilent Technologies, or an experienced technician for assistance. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 11: South Korean Class A Emc Declaration

    매자 또는 사용자는 이 점을 주의하시기 바라 며, 가정외의 지역에서 사용하는 것을 목적으 로 합니다. ICES/NMB-001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES- 001. Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 12 Safety Practices and Hazards This page is intentionally left blank. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 13: Introduction

    Site Preparation Requirements User Documentation Site Preparation Requirements Prior to receiving your Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator you will have been provided with an Agilent MP-AES Site Preparation Guide, which describes the environmental and operating requirements of the MP-AES instrument and nitrogen generator. You must prepare the installation site according to these instructions before the nitrogen generator can be installed.
  • Page 14: Notes And Tips

    Introduction Notes and Tips A Note is used to give advice or information. A Tip is used to give practical hints to help you achieve the best possible performance from your instrument. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 15: Installation

    3. Installation Overview Installing the Nitrogen Generator The Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator must be installed by an Agilent- trained, Agilent-qualified or Agilent-authorized field service engineer. You should have completed and returned the form in the site preparation guide stating that you have prepared the laboratory in accordance with the requirements detailed in that guide.
  • Page 16: Overview

    Installation Overview Figure 1. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator front (left) and right side and back (right) Where: 1. Power button and LED 4. Filter regulator unit 7. Nitrogen output 2. Pressure regulator 5. Filtered air supply output 8. Filtered air supply input 3.
  • Page 17: Installing The Nitrogen Generator

    See ‘Rail to pallet screws’ below. Rail to nitrogen generator screws Rail to pallet screws Figure 2. Location of the screws securing the nitrogen generator to the pallet Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 18 Position the nitrogen generator to allow easy access to the power button located on the front of the instrument. Air supply hose Fitting to air compressor Power input Nitrogen output Filtered air supply input Figure 3. Nitrogen generator tubing and power connections Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 19: Connecting The Nitrogen Generator To The Air Supply

    MP-AES instrument or EGCM (see Figure 4 and Figure 5). The External Gas Control Module (EGCM) will need a separate nitrogen NOTE generator to the one supplying nitrogen to the MP-AES instrument. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 20: Connecting The Nitrogen Generator Power

    See Figure 3. Plug the AC supply cable into the power supply. Plug the AC supply cable in to an outlet complying with the nitrogen generator NOTE requirements specified in the Agilent MP-AES Site Preparation Guide. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 21: Operation

    Ensure the air and nitrogen hoses are connected to the nitrogen generator and that the air supply is turned on. Check the pressure indicated on the pressure gauge of the filter regulator unit on the right side of the nitrogen generator meets the specification. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 22: Selecting The Nitrogen Generator

    Turn on the instrument exhaust system. Turn on the MP-AES instrument. Turn on the nitrogen generator. From within the MP Expert software, click Instrument > Configuration. Select Use nitrogen generator. Close the Instrument window. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 23: Purging The Nitrogen Generator

    This gives the fastest possible start-up when the idle period is over. For longer idle periods the nitrogen generator may be turned off to save air and electric power. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 24: Depressurizing The Nitrogen Generator

    Shut off the valve between the air supply and the nitrogen generator. Allow 10 minutes for the reservoir in the nitrogen generator to empty. The nitrogen generator may now be safely disconnected or the filters replaced. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 25: Maintenance, Spare Parts And Troubleshooting

    Spare Parts Technical Support Troubleshooting This chapter includes the Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator maintenance requirements that may be carried out by an operator. Any maintenance procedures not specifically mentioned in this chapter should be carried out only by Agilent-trained, Agilent- qualified or Agilent-authorized field service engineers.
  • Page 26: Routine Maintenance

    Ensure you have a container to catch the liquid as it begins to drain to avoid spills. Loosen the screw at the bottom of the filter housing. See (1) in the Figure below for the screw location. Liquid will begin to drain immediately. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 27: Replacing The Gas Filters

    To replace the gas filters: Depressurize the nitrogen generator as described on Page 24. Unscrew and remove the filter housing, this should be hand tight but may require the use of a spanner (24 mm). Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 28 Unscrew the filter and replace it. Figure 8. Nitrogen generator gas filters with filter housing removed Replace the filter housing. Repeat for each filter. Before using the system, purge the nitrogen generator as described on Page 23. NOTE Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 29: Checking The Gas Supply Tubing For Leaks

     Spare Parts For details on additional spare parts and consumables ordering information not listed here, refer to the Agilent Technologies website: www.agilent.com The following is a list of recommended spares to keep on hand to minimize down time during maintenance and repairs.
  • Page 30: Technical Support

    Agilent website or through your local sales representative. Technical Support For technical support contact information, refer to the Agilent Technologies website for details: www.agilent.com Troubleshooting For troubleshooting information, refer to the MP Expert Help. Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator User’s Guide...
  • Page 32 In This Guide The guide describes the following: Safety Practices and Hazards  Introduction  Installation  Operation  Maintenance, Spare Parts and  Troubleshooting © Agilent Technologies 2011, 2013, 2015 Printed in USA 09/15 *G8001-90001* *G8001-90001* G8001-90001 Issue 3...

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