Micromeritics Smart VacPrep, Installation Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND CHECKLIST 067 42870 02 June 2022 Rev A SMART VACPREP INTELLIGENT VACUUM SAMPLE PREPARATION SYSTEM ...

Page 2: ...rep is a trademark of Micromeritics Instrument Corporation Copyright The software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement ____________________________________________________________________________ Copyright 2014 2022 Micromeritics Instrument Corporation All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ... this warranty will be limited under the following conditions 1 Certain products sold by MICROMERITICS are the products of reputable manufacturers sold under their respective brand names or trade names We therefore make no express or implied warranty as to such products We shall use our best efforts to obtain from the manufacturer in accordance with his customary prac tice the repair or replacemen...

Page 4: ...ompany has R D and manufacturing sites in the USA UK and Spain and direct sales and service operations throughout the Americas Europe and Asia Micromeritics systems are the instruments of choice in more than 10 000 laboratories of the world s most innovative companies and prestigious government and academic institutions Our world class scientists and responsive support teams enable customer succes...

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Page 6: ... heavy instruments Ensure that sufficient personnel are available to assist in moving the instrument The Smart VacPrep weighs approximately 32 kg 70 lb n Always pay attention to the safety instructions provided on each label affixed to the instrument and do not alter or remove the labels When inspecting the instrument ensure that the safety labels have not become worn or damaged n The has a safety...

Page 7: ...ommended by the manufacturer and as well as relevant hazards involved and prevention methods Other than what is described in this manual all use is seen as unintended use and can cause a safety hazard The instrument is intended to be used as per applicable local and national regulations TRAINING It is the customer s responsibility to ensure that all personnel operating or maintaining the equipment...

Page 8: ...ecified limits as described in SJ T11363 2006 x Hazardous substance is above the specified limits as described in SJ T11363 2006 The Environmentally Friendly Use Period EFUP for all enclosed products and their parts are per the symbol shown here unless otherwise marked Cer tain parts may have a different EFUP for example battery modules and are marked to reflect such The Environmentally Friendly U...

Page 9: ...tion applicable to the topic CAUTION Cautions contain information to help prevent actions that may damage the analyzer or components WARNING Warnings contain information to help prevent actions that may cause personal injury WARNING SURFACE MAY BE HOT Warnings contain information to help prevent actions that may cause personal injury This symbol indicates that surfaces may be hot and may present d...

Page 10: ...2 3 Software Update 3 1 Start the Application 3 3 4 Gas Connections 4 1 Guidelines for Connecting Gases 4 1 Connect a Regulator and a Gas Line to a Gas Cylinder 4 2 Connect the Backfill Gas and Evacuate the Gas Line 4 4 5 Degas a Sample 5 1 6 Installation Checklists 6 1 Exceptions 6 3 Signatures 6 4 Final Documentation 6 4 Smart VacPrep 067 EU Declaration of Conformity DoC 1 x Smart VacPrep Instal...

Page 11: ...s received unpack and inspect the contents of the shipping container s Use the packing list to verify that all products accessories software if applicable and documentation are received intact and in the correct quantity The shipping container s and contents should be inspected within a few days of receipt in the event damage or loss has occurred Sort through all packing material before declaring ...

Page 12: ...g stations These surfaces may be hot and could cause serious burns Use the gloves supplied in the accessories kit Protective measures for these risks n Electrical The majority of electrical components operate at low voltage 24V or less and pose low risk when energized Maintenance troubleshooting and repairs should be per formed with the instrument de energized whenever possible in accordance with ...

Page 13: ...mum 7 5A 240 VAC The analyzer and peripheral devices must be installed on their own dedicated power line Other devices such as motors generators or ovens should not be placed on the same power line Replacement power supply cords must be rated for the specifications stated above INSTALL THE VACUUM PUMP The Vacuum Pump Guide contains installation instructions for vacuum pumps and can be found on the...

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Page 15: ...r your environment Selections are 100 Vac 120 Vac 230 Vac and 240 Vac 3 Firmly press the compartment cover shut Ensure it closes securely The selected voltage will appear in the compartment cover window POWER CABLE A Voltage display B Power cable C Ferrite assembly 1 Snap the ferrite component closed around the power cable near the instrument 2 Insert the power cablewith ferrite assembly into the ...

Page 16: ...rt VacPrep unit will be attached to the Ethernet switch The Ethernet switch will then be connected to the computer using a shielded Ethernet cable An Ethernet switch is required to connect n Multiple analyzers n One or more analyzers and one computer To establish the connection 1 Connect the power cord of the Ethernet switch to an appropriate power outlet 2 For each analyzer connect a shielded Eth...

Page 17: ...Do not use the uplink port when using an Ethernet switch Connect Ethernet Cable Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 2 3 ...

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Page 19: ... the computer The program automatically starts the installation If the installation does not immediately start navigate to the media drive then locate and double click the setup exe file 2 Click Next on the Welcome window 3 On the Select Task window select Add or Modify Smart VacPrep then click Next 3 Software Update Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 202...

Page 20: ...identification label near the power switch Click Next 5 On the Completing the Setup window select the Create a desktop icon to place a shortcut on the desktop workspace If there was a shortcut already on the desktop it is not neces sary to select this checkbox Click Finish 3 2 Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 ...

Page 21: ...the application either click the application shortcut on the desktop OR select the application from the Windows program list Start the Application Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 3 3 ...

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Page 23: ...e to remove ambient gases When possible avoid placing gas cylinders in remote locations It is always best to have gas cylinders located near the analyzer n Use a retaining strap or other appropriate tether to secure the gas cylinder n Always use the gas lines provided with the analyzer It is very important that proper gas lines are used with the analyzer o Do not use polymer tubing for the gas lin...

Page 24: ...r use a cylinder stand 3 Use an appropriate cylinder wrench to remove the protective cap from the cylinder by turn ing the protective cap counterclockwise 4 Attach the gas regulator to the connector on the gas cylinder Hand tighten the nut then use an appropriate wrench to tighten an additional 3 4 turn 5 Check for leaks at the high pressure side of the regulator and in the connector a Turn the re...

Page 25: ...r from the gas line a Open the regulator shut off valve b Open the gas cylinder shut off valve and flow gas for 10 to 30 seconds c Close the gas cylinder shut off valve and allow regulator pressure to go to zero Connect a Regulator and a Gas Line to a Gas Cylinder Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 4 3 ...

Page 26: ...iciently clean n Go to Prep n Enable Manual Control then go Prep n Show Schematic to display the Smart VacPrep schematic n Hover the cursor over valve 7 right click on valve 7 and select Open Valve 7 is the fast evac uation valve and evacuates the main manifold n Hover the cursor over valve 9 right click valve 9 and select Open to evacuate the gas line Ensure the transducer and vacuum gauge readin...

Page 27: ...oftware go to Smart VacPrep Unit n QuickStart Degas Conditions and click Edit a Enter the degas conditions for each degas station to be used b Click Save c On the Smart VacPrep unit press the Select button for each port then press the Start button 5 Degas a Sample Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 5 1 ...

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Page 29: ...n Instructions and Checklist document and ensure that the laboratory is prepared for installation P F N A Ensure that the required personnel are available P F N A Ensure that all equipment has been unpacked and verified using the packing list P F N A Prepare for Installation Procedure Evaluation Code Initial Date Ethernet switch was connected and configured P F N A Connect Cables Procedure Evaluat...

Page 30: ...ode Initial Date Modify the application software P F N A Start the application P F N A Does the Smart VacPrep operate properly P F N A Modify the Analyzer Software 6 2 Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 ...

Page 31: ...EXCEPTIONS Explain the procedures that were categorized as Fail or No Procedure Comment Initial Date Exceptions Smart VacPrep Installation Instructions and Checklist 067 42870 02 Rev A June 2022 6 3 ...

Page 32: ... completing the installation process representatives of Micromeritics who install analyzers are required to send the following documents to Micromeritics for inclusion in the customer s analyzer history n Completed Service Request Order or Field Service Report n Completed and signed Installation Checklist n Sample Files Return the completed checklist and forms to Micromeritics Instrument Corporati...

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