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Collision Gas Add-On User Manual Rev 2 RSID 4751 EN 28/06/23

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  • Page 1 Collision Gas Add-On User Manual Collision Gas Add-On User Manual Rev 2 RSID 4751 EN 28/06/23...
  • Page 2 Register Product to Operate To begin operation you will need to register your generator. You can do so by visiting www.peakscientific.com/activate or by downloading the Peak Genius App. Registering will activate your 2 year warranty* - covering every single component in your generator. ...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    European Union (EU) and United Kingdom (UK) Class A Compliance statement Korea Communications Commission (KCC) statement Technical Specification Unpacking Fittings Kit Contents Generator Overview Collision Gas Add-On Rear Connections Installation Electrical Connection Start-Up Sequence Product Registration Connecting to the application...
  • Page 4: Change History

    Users can refer to the contents page to find the relevant information. Please review each of the following sections carefully. Thank you for selecting Peak Scientific to meet your gas generation needs, and should you require any further assistance or support please do not hesitate to contact Peak Scientific or the Peak Partner from which you purchased your generator.
  • Page 5: Warranties And Liabilities

    Warranties and Liabilities Warranty & Liability Coverage Peak warrants that, subject to the provisions in this statement, purchased Peak generators, whether purchased directly from Peak or indirectly via an approved, certified and trained distributor or partner (referred to hereafter as a “Peak Partner”) will comply in all material respects with any specifications referred to in your customer order confirmation and, subject to installation and operational guidelines being followed as described in applicable product manuals, shall be free from any defects in quality of materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of installation, provided this takes place...
  • Page 6 Exclusions & Limitations This warranty does not cover: a. damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from an alteration or modification to a generator which has not been carried out by Peak or a Peak Partner; b. damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from what Peak reasonably believes to be abuse, or misuse of a generator by you or any third party;...
  • Page 7: Safety Notices

    If the user employs an operating procedure, item of equipment or a method of working which is not specifically recommended by Peak Scientific, the user must ensure that the equipment will not be damaged or become hazardous to persons or property.
  • Page 8: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EN61326-1:2021 Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use – EMC Requirements. (Class A) • Restriction on the use of certain hazardous substances in electronic equipment (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU as amended by EU 2015/863. Signed for and on behalf of Peak Scientific by Signed: Name: Fraser Dunn...
  • Page 9: Uk Declaration Of Conformity

    BS61326-1:2021 Electrical Equipment for Measurement , Control and Laboratory Use – EMC Requirements. • The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012 (SI 2012 / 3032) as amended. Signed for and on behalf of Peak Scientific by Signed: Name: Fraser Dunn...
  • Page 10: Weee Compliance Statement

    WEEE Compliance Statement The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations SI 2013 No 3113 and or the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU apply to all electrical and electronic equipment placed on the market in the UK and EU covered by the scope of regulations which can be found in the Government Guidance Notes (PDF) produced by the Department for Business Innovation and skills for the UK and here for Europe.
  • Page 11: Csa Compliance Statement

    CSA Compliance Statement CSA Group (Canadian Standards Authority) is a Nationally Recognised Testing Laboratory (NRTL), headquartered in Toronto Canada. They are authorised to evaluate product to both their own and Underwriters Laboratory (UL) standards and certify the product to be in compliance to the relevant standards. Peak products are certified to the current in force revision of the following standards in order to cover both Canadian and United States requirements for “Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory use,...
  • Page 12: Emc Class A Compliance Statements

    EMC Class A Compliance Statements European Union (EU) and United Kingdom (UK) Class A Compliance statement This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC Class A Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 13: Technical Specification

    Technical Specification Environment Collision Gas Minimum Operating Ambient Temperature 5°C (41°F) Maximum Operating Ambient Temperature 35°C (95°F) Maximum Altitude 3000 m Maximum Relative Humidity 80% Non-Condensing Minimum Storage Temperature* -20°C (-4°F) Maximum Storage Temperature* 60°C (140°F) *NOTE – When taken out of storage the Generator should be allowed to acclimatize at room temperature for a mini- mum of 3 hours before operation.
  • Page 14: Unpacking

    Check ‘SHOCKWATCH’ and ‘TIP-N-TELL’ labels for signs of rough handling prior to unpacking. Any damage should be reported immediately to the carrier and Peak Scientific or the Peak Partner from where the unit was purchased. Follow the unpacking instructions posted on the side of the crate.
  • Page 15: Fittings Kit Contents

    Fittings Kit Contents Supplied in the Fittings Kit are all the fittings required to connect the generator to the application. The contents of the Fittings Kit are as follows: ” Teflon Tubing x 3m 1. 1/4 2. 6mm FEP Tubing x 3m 3.
  • Page 16: Generator Overview

    Generator Overview General Dimensions 360mm /14.2" 415mm / 16.3" The generator must always be placed on a flat, level surface. Failure to do so will affect the performance of the generator. It can be also placed on the top of Genius XE35/XE70 WARNING The generator should be situated in a well ventilated environment, with at least 75mm (3”) air gap all around it and should be positioned such...
  • Page 17: Collision Gas Add-On Rear Connections

    Collision Gas Add-On Rear Connections Gas Outlet Gas Inlet Power Switch IEC Power Inlet Ensure all inlets and outlets are connected to correct sources and applications WARNING All Connections should only be carried out by trained personnel WARNING Generator must be switched off and unplugged prior to any cleaning...
  • Page 18: Installation

    Installation Generator Environment The generator is designed for indoor use only. It should be installed adjacent to the application(s) it is supplying and close as possible to the gas supply (Genius XE35/ XE70. If this is not convenient then the unit can be sited elsewhere. Consideration should be made of the lengths of pipe runs as pressure drops can result from extended runs of pipe.
  • Page 19: Electrical Connection

    Electrical Connection Connect the generator to an appropriate single-phase supply, refer to the generator serial plate for input specification and ensure your supply matches the requirements. If an appropriate mains power cords is not supplied or a substitute one is used then ensure that all components of it the plug, cord and connector have adequate ratings for the generator and appropriate approvals for the country of use.
  • Page 20: Start-Up Sequence

    Switch the unit on using the power switch on the rear panel of the generator - do not connect it to the application for 30 minutes to allow the system to purge. CAUTION Collision Gas add-on unit will then go through Product Registration. This is detailed on the next page. Page 20...
  • Page 21: Product Registration

    Play Store or Apple App Store. A PIN code may also be requested by phoning the Peak helpdesk. This code is only required on the initial start-up of the unit. Collision Gas Add-On Registration 1. Press the 'I've got my pin' button and select the language on the screen on the front of the generator.
  • Page 22 4. Upon completion of the initialisation phase, the screen will display the below, home screen. Status on the bottom of the screen should display Ready. Page 22...
  • Page 23: Connecting To The Application

    CAUTION For connection between Nitrogen generator and Collision Gas Add-on unit: <3 meters: Use 6mm OD / 4mm ID FEP tubing. Tubing length between the nitrogen source and Collision Gas unit should be no longer than 3 meters.
  • Page 24: Normal Operation

    To ensure that the generator operates optimally, it should be installed and maintained according to information provided in this user manual. Collision Gas Add-on generator input gas must be supplied by Genius XE35/XE70 Peak nitrogen generator and cannot operate as stand alone unit.
  • Page 25: Unusual Operation

    Language Selection Screen Unusual Operation If at any time the Generator begins to emit excessive noise or vibration, then it should be switched off and you should contact your local representative or Peak Scientific as soon as possible. Page 25...
  • Page 26: Service Requirements

    Service Schedule Purchase Interval Component Visit 12 Months Collision Gas Add-on 12 Month Service Kit* www.peakscientific.com/ordering 48 Months Collision Gas Add-on 48 Month Service Kit* * Please quote your generator serial number when ordering your Maintenance Kit to ensure selection of the appropriate kit for your generator.
  • Page 27: Service Indication

    Service Indication The generator will notify the user of the service interval. The generator has the following Service Indication Stages:- Stage 1  11 months after installation, the orange service indicator will show on the display. This is to make the user aware that a service of the generator is due and should be planned at the earliest convenience.
  • Page 28: Peak Protected

    Peak Protected With Peak Scientific you invest in not only a product but peace of mind. With a network of certified Peak engineers stationed throughout the globe, Peak’s rapid response team are never far away and our commitment is to keep your generator running day in, day out, protecting your laboratory workflow.
  • Page 29: Cleaning

    Cleaning Clean the outside of the generator only using warm soapy water and a clean damp cloth. Ensure all excess fluid is thoroughly removed from the cloth prior to use. Cleaning should only be undertaken with the power switched off and the power cord removed from the rear of the generator.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution • Ensure power cord is plugged into the Generator and that the power socket is turned on. The Generator will not switch on. • Check the fuse in the power cord plug. • Contact your service provider. •...
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  • Page 32 Peak Scientific has highly trained, fully certified Field Service Engineers located in over 20 countries across every continent around the world. This allows us to provide an industry-leading rapid response service to our customers. With [Peak Protected], your laboratory’s productivity becomes our top priority.

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