Solaris 10
User Manual
Solaris 10 User Manual Rev 2 RSID 1604 PN UM-0014 26/07/18
Contents
Change History
How to use this Manual
Introduction 4
Warranties and Liabilities
Safety Notices
5
6
3
3
Symbols 6
Safety Notice to Users 6
Declaration of Conformity
Environmental Declaration
Technical Specification
Solaris 10
9
9
7
8
Unpacking 10
Fittings Kit Contents 11
Unpacking Instructions 11
Installation 12
Generator Environment
Generator Overview
Solaris 10 General Dimensions
12
13
13
Solaris 10 Rear Connections
Electrical Connection
Air Purity
Class 1 Particulate
Class 4 Water
Class 1 Oil
Start-Up Sequence
On Demand Gas
Unusual Operation
Connecting to the application
Tubing Lengths
Service Requirements
Service Schedule
Peak Protected 20
Cleaning 21
Troubleshooting 22
17
17
17
18
18
19
19
14
15
16
16
16
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Change History
1
Rev
2
Comment
Initial Release
Updates to Incorporate CSA Feedback
Name
Liam Couttie
Liam Couttie
Date
01/09/2016
16/05/2018
How to use this Manual
This manual is intended for end users and has been written as a reference document where you can skip to the relevant information.
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.
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Introduction
Peak Scientific's Solaris 10 generator has been engineered and designed to meet the gas delivery requirements for ELSD and Compact Mass Spectrometers. Built in Peak's state of the art ISO:9001 manufacturing facility by Peak's team of highly skilled and experienced gas generator engineers, Solaris can provide up to 10L/min of high purity nitrogen (up to 99.5%).
Developed with the same space-saving stack form found in Peak's Precision and
Corona systems, Solaris can be placed on a benchtop and paired with an additional air compressor unit to provide air supply for labs without an in-house air supply or who wish to contain their gas supply in a single system.
Other features include:
• Generates Nitrogen on demand from compressed air.
• Effective and reliable membrane technology.
• Minimum maintenance with only a filter change per annum.
• Small and Stackable.
To ensure these generator models meet our high expectations with regards to reliability and performance, we have tested them extensively at our manufacturing plant and with end users around the world to ensure reliability and longevity of the system.
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Warranties and Liabilities
1. The Company warrants that it has title to the Goods.
2. Subject to the provisions of this clause the Company warrants that the Goods shall comply in all material respects with any specification referred to in the Order
Confirmation (as the same may be amended) and shall, subject thereto, be free from defects in material and workmanship for the lesser of a period of twelve months from the date of delivery or thirteen months from the date of dispatch from the factory.
3. Save as provided in this clause and except where the Goods are sold to a person dealing as a consumer (within the meaning of the Unfair Contract Terms Act
1977) all warranties, conditions or other terms implied by statute or common law are hereby expressly excluded save to the extent they may not be lawfully excluded. When the Goods are sold to a consumer within the meaning of the Unfair
Contract Terms Act 1977 their statutory rights are not affected by the provisions of this clause.
4. In the event of the Customer making a claim in respect of any defect in terms of clause 2 hereof the Customer must.
1. Reasonably satisfy the Company that the Goods have been properly installed, commissioned, stored, serviced and used and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing that any defect is not the direct or indirect result of lack of repair and/or servicing, incorrect repair and/or servicing, use of wrong materials and/or incorrect spare parts
2. Allow the company to inspect the Goods and/or any installation and any relevant packaging as and when reasonably required by the Company.
5. Subject to the Company being notified of any defect as is referred to in sub- clause 2 hereof within a reasonable time of it becoming apparent and subject always to the terms of sub-clause 4 hereof, the Company shall, in its option, replace or repair the defective Goods or refund a proportionate part of the Price. The Company shall have no further liability to the Customer (save as mentioned in sub-clause 6 hereof).
6. The Company shall be liable to indemnify the Customer in respect of any claim for death or personal injury to any person in so far as such is attributable to the negligence or breach of duty of the Company or any failure by the Company to comply with the provisions of sub-clause 2 hereof.
7. Save as provided in sub-clause 2 hereof the Company shall not be liable in respect of any claim by the Customer for costs, damages, loss or expenses (whether direct, indirect, consequential or otherwise) or indemnity in any respect howsoever arising including, but not by way of limitation, liability arising in negligence (other than pursuant to clause 6 above) that may be suffered by the Customer or any third party.
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Safety Notices
Peak Scientific Instruments cannot anticipate every possible circumstance which may represent a potential hazard. The warnings detailed within this manual refer to the most likely potential hazards, but by definition cannot be all inclusive. 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.
Symbols
This manual uses the following symbols to highlight specific areas important to the safe and proper use of the generator.
WARNING
A WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, process or similar, which if not correctly performed or adhered to, could cause personal injury or in the worst case death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood or met.
CAUTION
A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, process or similar, which if not correctly performed or adhered to, could cause damage to the generator or the application. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood or met.
Caution, risk of electric shock. Ensure power to the generator has been removed before proceeding.
Safety Notice to Users
WARNING
These instructions must be read thoroughly and understood before installation and operation of your Peak Generator. Use of the generator in a manner not specified by Peak Scientific MAY impair the SAFETY provided by the equipment.
WARNING
When handling, operating or carrying out any maintenance, personnel must employ safe engineering practices and observe all relevant local health and safety requirements and regulations. The attention of UK users is drawn to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and the
Institute of Electrical Engineers regulations.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment maybe impaired.
WARNING
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Declaration of Conformity
We
Of
Declare that:
Peak Scientific Instruments Ltd.
Fountain Crescent, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, PA4 9RE
To which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the applicable EC directives, harmonized standards, and other normative requirements.
• Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
EN 61010-1: 2010 Electrical Equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU
EN 61326-1: 2013 Electrical Equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
• FCC47 CFR Part 15 Class B
Unintentional radiators; Conducted and Radiated emissions limits.
All evaluation, testing and certification issued by:
York EMC Services Ltd. Nemko Canada Inc.
Earls Road, Grangemouth Technology Park
Grangemouth,
303 River Road, Ottawa
Canada
Date: 11/07/2018 Position: Chief Technology Officer
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Environmental Declaration
We
Of
Declare that:
Peak Scientific Instruments Ltd.
Fountain Crescent, Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, PA4 9RE
Is fully compliant with the following Directives
• 2012/19/EU WEEE (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
• 2011/65/EU RoHS 2 (Restriction of Hazardous Substance)
Peak Scientific Instruments Ltd fully complies with its obligations towards the European
WEEE (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive 2012/19/EU. These obligations are being met within the B2B compliance group.
Peak Scientific Instruments Ltd has developed all reasonable ‘due diligence’ controls to ensure that our products comply with the principles and requirements of the European recast RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directive 2011/65/EU. Similar directives in the United States and China, for example, have also been captured within this program.
Where a specific certificate of compliance is required, this can be requested, on a product serial number basis, directly from Peak Scientific Instruments Ltd, by contacting us through our website on www.peakscientific.com
Date: 19/08/2016 Position: Engineering & Operations Director
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Technical Specification
Solaris 10
Environment
Minimum Operating Ambient Temperature
Maximum Operating Ambient Temperature
Maximum Altitude
Maximum Relative Humidity
Minimum Storage Temperature*
Maximum Storage Temperature*
5°C (41°F)
35°C (95°F)
2000 m
80% Non-Condensing
-20°C (-4°F)
60°C (140°F)
Note: Please ensure that the generator is situated in a well ventilated environment.
Inlet Conditions
Inlet Air Pressure Min-Max
Minimum / Maximum Air Inlet Flow
Minimum Air Inlet Quality
Particles
Generator Outlets
Minimum / Maximum Gas Output Pressure
Minimum / Maximum Outlet Flow Rate
Start-up time
Purity
Particles
Phthalates
Suspended Liquids
Gas Outlets
Start-Up Time For Purity
Electrical Requirements
Voltage
Frequency
Current
Input Connection
Power Cord (Supplied)
Pollution Degree
Insulation Category
Fuses (UK Only)
General
Dimensions cm (inches) WxDxH
Generator Weight Kg (lbs)
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5.5-8.9 bar (80-130 psi)
17.2 l/min / 30 l/min
ISO 8573-1:2010 Class[1.4.1]
<0.01µm
4.8 bar (70 psi) / 6.9 bar (100 psi) (adjustable)
1 l/min / 10 l/min
10-15 minutes
95-99.5% (depending on inlet conditions)
<0.01µm
NONE
NONE
1
5 mins
100-230v
50/60 Hz
0.10A
C14 Plug
C13 Socket to Local Connection
2
I
13A BSI362
41.6 (16.3) x 54.0 (21.2) x 15.6 (6.14)
12 (26.4)
Unpacking
Although Peak Scientific takes every precaution with safe transit and packaging, it is advisable to fully inspect the unit for any sign of transit damage.
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. It will require two people to remove the unit from the shipping crate and to manoeuvre the generator onto the bench.
Please save the product packaging for storage or future shipment of the generator.
Note: Included with the generator is a “Fittings Kit” containing mains power leads for
UK, EU & US and also all the required fittings and warranty registration card. Be careful not to discard these with the packaging.
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:
5. US Mains Power Cable 110v
6. US Mains Power Cable 230v x 1 x 1
All of the generators output ports are located on the output panel at the rear of the unit.
Unpacking Instructions
The unit weight constitutes a two person lift and as such, safe lifting practices should be employed; do not attempt to lift on your own, as you will significantly increase the chance of injury & damage to yourself and others around you.
1. Remove the plastic banding and remove the cardboard lid and sleeve.
2. Next, with someone on either side of the unit, position your hands underneath the unit ready to lift.
3. Ensuring your knees are bent and your back is straight, lift the unit to the desired location.
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Installation
Generator Environment
The generator should be situated in a well ventilated environment and positioned such that it can be easily disconnected if required. The generator is designed for indoor use only. It should be installed adjacent to the application(s) it is supplying. If this is not convenient then the unit can be sited elsewhere, however, consideration should be made of the lengths of pipe runs as pressure drops can result from extended runs of pipe.
The performance of the generator (like all sophisticated equipment) is affected by ambient conditions. Note should also be taken to the proximity of Air Conditioning outlets. These can sometimes give rise to “pockets” of air with high relative humidity.
Operation of the unit within such a pocket could adversely affect its performance.
Consideration should also be given to the air flow around the unit. It is recommended that an air gap of 75mm (3”) should be maintained down both sides and at the rear of the unit. Please refer to the drawing below for the general dimensions of the unit.
Minimum Operating Ambient Temperature:
Maximum Operating Ambient Temperature:
5 °C (41 °F)
35 °C (95 °F)
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Generator Overview
Solaris 10 General Dimensions
416 mm / 16.3”
540 mm / 21.2”
Ensure outlets are connected to correct application. Connections should only be carried out by trained personnel.
CAUTION
The Generator should be switched off prior to maintenance and cleaning.
CAUTION
WARNING
The generator must always be placed on a flat, level surface. Failure to do so will affect the performance of the generator.
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Solaris 10 Rear Connections
¼" Compression Fitting
¼" Compression Fitting
Mains Cable
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Electrical Connection
Connect the generator to an appropriate 100-230 volt single-phase supply, refer to the generator serial plate for input specification and ensure your supply matches the requirements.
If the appropriate power cord is not supplied; a new plug, rated to at least 12 amps, can be fitted by a qualified electrician. If a substitute mains supply cord is used, ensure that it has an adequate rating. Failure to do so could cause damage to the generator.
This unit is classified as SAFETY CLASS 1. THIS UNIT MUST BE
EARTHED. Before connecting the unit to the mains supply, please check that your electrical supply falls within the specified range, see below.
WARNING
EARTH/GROUND (E):- Green & Yellow or Green
LIVE (L):-
Neutral (N):-
Brown
Blue
or or
Black
White
Electrical requirements are 100-230VAC nominal +/- 10% depending on chosen model.
However, running continuously at voltages outside this is not recommended. Extended periods at extremes can have a detrimental effect on the operation and life of the generator.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment maybe impaired.
WARNING
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Air Purity
The Solaris 10 generator should be connected to an air supply that, as a minimum, meets ISO8753-1:2010 Class 1.4.1
Class 1 Particulate
In each cubic metre of compressed air, the particulate count should not exceed 20,000 particles in the 0.1 - 0.5 micron size range, 400 particles in the 0.5 - 1 micron range and
10 particles in the 1 - 5 micron size range.
Class 4 Water
A pressure dew point (PDP) of +3°C or better is required and no liquid water is allowed.
Class 1 Oil
In each cubic metre of compressed air, not more than 0.01mg of oil is allowed. This is a total level for liquid oil, oil aerosol and oil vapour.
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Start-Up Sequence
Switch the generator on using the power switch on the rear panel of the unit. Please note: Air will only flow through the generator when the power is switched on. The LEDs on the front panel will illuminate YELLOW for the start-up period.
YELLOW
The generator will provide Nitrogen almost instantaneously, assuming it has a suitable air supply. The fascia illuminates GREEN to indicate the internal pressure has reached
80psi. If you intent to operate the unit at >80psi, please allow for an extra 10 minutes before connecting to your application.
GREEN
On Demand Gas
The generator will produce nitrogen on demand. If the application is operating and requires a gas flow, the system it is connected to will supply this to suit the requirements of the application. If the application requirement for gas stops, the system will also stop, once it has reached its upper set limit in the internal storage tanks. If the demand from the application starts again, the system will detect the demand for gas and will automatically start again to suit the demand.
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 Peak Scientific or the Peak Partner from which the generator has been purchased.
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Connecting to the application
Once the LEDs have turned green, the generator is ready to be connected to the application(s).
The pressure in the internal storage tanks must be allowed to dissipate before connecting the generator to the application(s)
CAUTION
Attach the ¼” compression fitting to the outlet of the generator. Using suitable ¼” tubing, and connect the outlet of the generator to the inlet on the application.
Please refer to the Tubing Lengths section, to ensure correct tubing is being used.
CAUTION
Tubing Lengths
Once the tubing is connected to the application, please ensure that it is thoroughly checked for being leak-tight. Even the slightest leak in the gas supply between the generator and the application can lead to a reduction in efficiency.
CAUTION
The diameter of the tubing which will be connected to the gas outlet is important and is determined by the length of tubing required. Failure to follow these recommendations could lead to pressure between generator and application.
< 10 meters: Use ¼”/ 3 ⁄
16
” (¼” O/D, 3 ⁄
16
” I/D) P.T.F.E. tubing.
> 10 - 40 meters: Use 3 ⁄
8
”/ 5 ⁄
16
in
” ( 3 ⁄
8
” O/D, 5 ⁄
16
” I/D). Tubing and fittings not supplied
> 40 metres: Please contact Peak Scientific with the relevant distance and we will calculate the flow resistance and the tubing size required.
A combination of ¼”/ 3 ⁄
16
” and 3 ⁄
8
”/ 5 ⁄
16
” tubing may be used to ensure that there is no large diameter tubing within the lab (i.e. for the first 20 meters from the generator use 3 ⁄ and the final 10 meters to the application use ¼”/ bends to a minimum.
3 ⁄
16
8
”/ 5 ⁄
16
”
” tubing). Keep the connections and
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Service Requirements
Service Schedule
Purchase Interval
12 months
Component
Solaris 10 Annual
Service Kit
Visit www.peakscientific.com/ordering
Please note: Only Peak Scientific approved components should be used.
Qty.
1
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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.
CAUTION
Cleaning should only be undertaken with the power switched off and the power cord removed from the rear of the generator.
Under no circumstances should any solvents or abrasive cleaning solutions be used as these can contain fumes that could be harmful to the generator.
Care should be taken with Leak Detections Liquids.
CAUTION
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Troubleshooting
Problem
The generator will not switch on and the power switch does not illuminate.
Possible Solution
• Ensure power cord is plugged into the generator and that the power socket is turned on.
• Check the fuse in the power cord plug.
• Contact your service provider.
The fascia LED’s have not illuminated but the power switch is illuminated.
• Contact your service provider.
The instrument is reporting low pressure.
The fascia Yellow illumination does not change to green.
• Check for leaks between the generator and instrument.
• Contact your service provider.
• Check the air supply pressure to the generator.
• Contact your service provider.
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Go Online or Complete and Return
We know that registering any of your recently purchased products is not the first thing on your mind- but it is very important to both of us. Not all warranties are alike and Peak Scientific stand out against other gas suppliers as we offer a comprehensive, quick response, on-site warranty. This means that in the very unlikely case that your gas generator develops a fault we have rapid support teams on-hand around the world who are able to come to your lab and get you back up and running in no time.
Register for your comprehensive 12 month on-site warranty with ease online at www.peakscientific.com/protected.
Alternatively, you can send the completed form to Peak Scientific by post or email at [email protected].
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Go Online or Complete and Return
You can register for your FREE 12 month Warranty with ease online at www.peakscientific/protected .
Alternatively, you can send the completed form to Peak Scientific by post or email at [email protected]
.
Product Warranty Registration
Contact name
Email address
Company
Address
City/town
Postcode
Country
Telephone
Generator serial #
Model type
Installation date
Do you still use an alternative gas solution i.e. cylinders or bulk liquid?
Yes No
What gas requirements do you have in your lab?
Hydrogen Nitrogen Zero Air
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Solaris 10 User Manual Rev 2 RSID 1604 PN UM-0014 26/07/18
