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Q-SUN Xe-2
Xenon Test Chambers
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15 Jun 2022

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  • Page 1 Q-SUN Xe-2 Xenon Test Chambers Revision Date 15 Jun 2022...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Section Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols (Jun 2022) ..3 2. Safety Information ..............5 2.1 Heat and Electrical Shock Hazards (Jun 2022) ....5 2.2 Ultraviolet and Infrared Hazards (Nov 2020) ......8 3. General Description (Apr 2022) ..........9 4.

  • Page 3: Specifications, Classifications, Symbols (Jun 2022)

    Section 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols (Jun 2022) Specifications, Classifications ● The recommended ambient operating temperature and relative humidity (RH) for the Q-SUN Xe-2 tester is 23 ± 5 °C ® and 50 ± 25% RH. ● The maximum ambient operating temperature and humidity is 40 °C and 80% relative humidity. ●...
  • Page 4 Section 1. Specifications, Classifications, Symbols Symbols Electrical Shock Hazard Hot Surfaces Hazard Attention Finger/Hand Crushing Hazard Local waste & recycling regulations per the WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    2. Safety Information Q-Lab accepts no responsibility for the consequences if the user fails to comply with the instructions in this operating manual. Q-Lab will accept responsibility for defective parts or components only if the machinery was defective at the time that the tester was shipped.
  • Page 6 Section 2. Safety Information Inside the Lamp Door ● IMPORTANT: Always shut off the Xe-2 power switch before opening the lamp door. ● The Xe-2 high-voltage xenon lamp is located under the lamp door on top of the machine. ● For safety, a tool (slotted screw driver) must be used to open the door (Figure 2.1c).
  • Page 7 Section 2. Safety Information Inside the Chamber Door ● Items located in the test chamber, including specimens and holders, can be very hot. ● Let the test chamber cool before opening the chamber door. Specimen Holders Turntable Figure 2.1e: Opening chamber door. Figure 2.1f: Test chamber interior showing specimen holders on turntable.

  • Page 8: Ultraviolet And Infrared Hazards (Nov 2020)

    Section 2. Safety Information 2.2 Ultraviolet and Infrared Hazards (Nov 2020) Chamber Door ● The Xe-2 xenon lamp can cause severe sunburn, eye inflammation, and damage to your vision. ● Touch the stop icon on the Status Screen (Figure 2.2a) before opening the chamber door (see Section 12.2 for more information on the Status Screen).

  • Page 9: General Description (Apr 2022)

    Q-SUN Xe-2 Xenon Test Chamber. Overview ● The Q-SUN Xe-2 is equipped with an air-cooled xenon arc lamp to test the lightfastness of textiles as well as many other materials. ● The Xe-2 is designed to meet ISO 105-B02, ISO 105-B04, AATCC Test Method 16, and many other test methods.

  • Page 10: Operating Environment

    ● Operating outside the recommended range can result in the tester producing chamber temperature and/or humidity faults. ● Never operate your tester in lab temperatures >40 °C or >80% RH. ● Consult with Q-Lab for more specific information about achievable chamber temperature/humidity values based upon various ambient lab conditions. Physical Environment ●...

  • Page 11: Unsuitable Environments (Mar 2019)

    Section 4. Operating Environment 4.2 Unsuitable Environments (Mar 2019) Salt Fog or Other Airborne Contamination ● Operating the tester in an unsuitable environment will void the warranty. ● Do Not install Q-SUN testers in a room with Q-FOG or any other corrosion chambers (Figure 4.2a).
  • Page 12 ● Low Voltage: Recurring “brown-outs” or voltages less than 90% of the rated voltage will damage electrical components. ● Water Leaks from Ceiling: Water leaking onto the tester will damage electrical components. For further detail on laboratory environment requirements, please contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support. See for contact information. Section 9...

  • Page 13: Uncrating (Mar 2022)

    Section 5. Uncrating 5. Uncrating (Mar 2022) ● Q-SUN Xe-2 testers are shipped in one of two types of crates (Figure 5a Figure 5b). ● Labels on the crate indicate the location of the instructions to be opened first (Figure 5c).
  • Page 14 Section 5. Uncrating Weights Crate with Carton Only Crate with Carton and Wooden Frame Shipping Weight (Approximate): 182 kg (402 lb) 227 kg (500 lb) Machine Weight: 172 kg (379 lb) 172 kg (379 lb) Tools Required Medium Phillips Screwdriver (Crate with Wooden Frame Only) Flat Blade Screwdriver Pry Bar Ratchet and 15 mm (9/16”) Socket...
  • Page 15 Section 5. Uncrating Use Fork Lift to Or Use Pry Remove Crate Bar to Remove in One Piece Crate in Pieces If a fork lift is not available, use a pry bar to carefully If a fork lift is available, use it to carefully lift the remove the horizontal and vertical wooden pieces wooden frame up and off of the tester.
  • Page 16 Section 5. Uncrating Open X2 Both Sides Locate two (2) latches on the left side door and two 12. Open two (2) latches on the left side door and two (2) latches on the right side door of the tester. (2) latches on the right side door of the tester.
  • Page 17 Section 5. Uncrating Tilt Tester Remove X2 Remove Foam Strips X3 18. At least two people are needed to move the Xe-2. 17. Remove the two (2) nuts and bolts holding the Carefully tilt the tester and remove the three foam tester to the skid on the right side.

  • Page 18: Setup

    ● The tester does not require its own vent hood or ducting. Do not attach to a powered vent. ● The Q-SUN Xe-2 exhausts about 1800 W (6141 BTU/hr) of heat into the room. ● Allow adequate space around the tester for air flow and to access tester components (Figure 6.1).

  • Page 19: Electrical (Jun 2022)

    Xe-2 to the Main Power Supply. ● Q-SUN Xe-2 testers are provided with a 3 conductor, 10 AWG, ≈ 4.5 m (15') long power cord without plug. ● A qualified electrician should make all electrical connections.

  • Page 20: Water (Mar 2022)

    6.3 Water (Mar 2022) Overview ● Purified water must be supplied to all Q-SUN Xe-2 testers. ● Water is used by the humidifier to produce humidity. ● Water is also used to spray on the test specimens in Xe-2 models with water spray.
  • Page 21 Section 6. Set Up ● Figure 6.3b below shows an effective Reverse Osmosis / Deionized Water System with Anion Type I Resin for spray water silica removal. ● For information on water purification systems, contact the Life Science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.
  • Page 22 Section 6. Set Up Supply Connection Purified water is required. ● The water supply connection is made at the lower rear of the tester (Figure 6.3c). ● The Xe-2 is supplied with 3/8" (9.5 mm) and 10 mm water supply fittings in kit XR-11358-K (Figure 6.3d).
  • Page 23 Section 6. Set Up 3/8" Water 3/8" Water Inlet Tube Inlet Tube 3/8" Water Supply 3/8" Coupling Tube Not Supplied 3/8" Coupling 3/8" Stem to 3/8"Stem Elbow 3/8" Water Supply Tube Not Supplied Figure 6.3e: Water supply connections - Configuration 1. Figure 6.3f: Water supply connections - Configuration 2.
  • Page 24 Section 6. Set Up Inside Plumbing Filter Xe-2-HSE, HBSE Spray Control Assembly Reservoir Isolation Valve Water Inlet Figure 6.3i: Lower access door opened to show water supply plumbing.
  • Page 25 Section 6. Set Up Drain Connections ● A water drain connection must be made on all Xe-2 testers. ● The drain connections are made at the lower rear of the unit (Figure 6.3j). ● The Xe-2 is supplied with 3/4" (19 mm) connector fittings and 16.5 feet (5 m) of 3/4" (19 mm) drain hose in kit XR-11358-K (Figure 6.3k).
  • Page 26 ● Alternatively, an optional lift kit can be used to raise the entire tester up off of the floor (part number X-15416-K). ● Do not use concrete blocks, pallets, bricks, or other means to raise the tester to achieve proper drainage. ● Contact Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support with any questions about tester drainage requirements.

  • Page 27: Lantern And Lamp (Jun 2022)

    Section 6. Set Up 6.4 Lantern and Lamp (Jun 2022) Disconnect Make sure the Xe-2 is powered OFF before Make sure the tester main power supply is OFF and disconnected. installing lamp and lantern. Locate the box containing the UV filter lantern kit. Open the box and remove the information sheets Label on box shows filter type.
  • Page 28 Section 6. Set Up Remove All Do not touch the filter elements with bare hands. Remove all paper filler from inside the lantern. Wear cotton glove. 10. Remove any packaging material or tape from the Open the Xe-2 test chamber door. turntable.
  • Page 29 Section 6. Set Up 14. Place the lantern into the chamber on the turntable. The lantern bottom ring goes into the turntable 13. Locate the tabs in the center of the turntable. opening. Lamp Trigger Spring 15. Align screws and notches in lantern bottom ring with 16.
  • Page 30 Section 6. Set Up XR-11155-X Upper Lamp Cooling Tube 19. Connect the lamp trigger wire connector to the 20. Locate the box containing the Upper Lamp Cooling trigger spring. Thread the connector into the center Tube. ring. Do not overtighten. Lamp Socket 22.
  • Page 31 Section 6. Set Up Open Lamp Door Do not touch the lamp with bare hands 25. Insert the xenon lamp into the lamp cooling tube 26. Open the latch and open the lamp door in the top of socket. Make sure the xenon lamp is fully seated. the Xe-2 cabinet.
  • Page 32 Section 6. Set Up Connect Wire 31. From the top of the tester, connect the lamp power 32. Close and latch the lamp door. wire. Hand-tighten the nut. 33. Close and latch the test chamber door.

  • Page 33: Start Up

    (Figure 7.1). ● The Q-SUN Xe-2 has 16 specimen holders mounted on a turntable. ● The turntable can be rotated by hand in either direction or by pressing the rotate button on the status screen. ● Slide the holders down into the specimen holder keepers on the turntable.

  • Page 34: Main Controller Operation (Apr 2022)

    ● A large LED indicator (Figure 7.3b), below the menu screen and visible from a distance, changes colors to indicate current operational status of the test. ● See LX-5085-TM Q-SUN Xe-2 Technical Manual for complete details of main controller operation.
  • Page 35 Section 7. Start Up Figure 7.3a: Power switch on control panel of all Xe-2 testers. Status Screen Menu Screen LED Indicator Xenon Test Chamber Model Xe-2 Figure 7.3b: Status screen and menu screen.
  • Page 36 Section 7. Start Up Figure 7.3c: Status screen. Main Menu Manage Test Timers Settings Manage Cycles Diagnostics Calibrate Contact Q-Lab Figure 7.3d: Menu screen.

  • Page 37: Warranty (Feb 2014)

    ● Q-Lab Corporation makes no other warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, except as may be expressly provided by the Q-Lab Corporation in writing. ● Q-Lab Corporation shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential, special or contingent damages arising out of the sale or use of any product.

  • Page 38: Repair And Tester Support (Feb 2014)

    Section 9. Repair and Tester Support 9. Repair and Tester Support (Feb 2014) ● Q-Lab Repair and Tester Support is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5 PM (international office time). ● Please contact Q-Lab support (see contact information below).

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