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AMA Instruments GC 5000 BTX - User Manual

AMA Instruments GC 5000 BTX
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OPERATING MANUAL
Gas chromatograph – GC 5000 BTX

Table of Contents

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Summary

Information for the Owner

How to Use the Manual

Guide on manual usage and symbols.

Specified Normal Operation

Guidelines for safe and correct product operation.

Delivery Information

Checklist for verifying shipment contents and condition.

Standard and Regulations

Information on harmonized European standards.

Declaration of Conformity

Compliance with Low-Voltage and EMC Directives.

Service Address

Contact information for support and malfunction reporting.

Hazard Information

General Hazard Information

Explains warning symbols and terms like Danger, Warning, Caution.

Responsibility of the Operator

Outlines operator duties and safety requirements.

Product Description and Technical Specifications

Normal Use of GC 5000 BTX

Details on application range, type approval, and typical uses.

Hardware Description - Overview

Describes the 19” plug-in case and integrated components.

Description of GC Components

Details on system control, GC oven, columns, detector.

Technical Data (GC 5000 BTX)

Comprehensive technical specifications of the instrument.

Options

Explains optional modules like calibration gas selector.

Installation

Safety Instructions

Crucial warnings for electrical, hydrogen, and gas pressure safety.

Installation Condition

Requirements for ambient temperature and location.

Gas Connections

Details on fittings, gas pressures, and tubing connections.

Electrical Connections

Information on power supply and additional connections.

Start Up and Shut Down

Safety Instructions

Safety precautions before starting operation.

Start Up Instructions

Step-by-step guide for powering on and initializing the analyzer.

Decommissioning

Procedures for safely shutting down for repair or transport.

Setting Up the GC 5000 Software

Status Screen

Overview of the main interface showing system status.

How to Unlock - Password Protection

Procedure to bypass software password protection.

How to Select Operation Modes

Explains manual, cyclic, and remote operation modes.

How to Select Master Modes

Configuration for master/slave operation in multi-analyzer systems.

How to Select Communication Parameters

Settings for analog outputs, alarms, and communication protocols.

Starting Operation

How to Start Measurement

Steps to initiate a measurement run, including timed starts.

How to Adjust the Retention Time Windows

Method for defining peak integration windows in chromatograms.

How to Zoom; Zoom Out the Chromatogram

Techniques for adjusting the view of chromatogram data.

How to Optimize Integration Parameters

Adjusting parameters for peak detection and integration.

Using LCD Display and Buttons on the Front Panel

Calibrating and Validating GC 5000 BTX

Calibration

Procedures and intervals for instrument calibration.

How to Enter Calibration Gas Concentrations

Inputting concentration values for calibration gases.

How to Start a Calibration

Steps for manual and automatic calibration runs.

Auto-Calibration

Configuration and execution of automated calibration processes.

Validation

Principles, types, and procedures for validating instrument performance.

Functional Description

Measuring Principle

Explains the system's operation for sampling, enrichment, and GC analysis.

Definition of Program Parameters

Detailed explanation of parameters like purging time, temperature, and volume.

Program Example

Illustrates a typical operational cycle with timing and steps.

Software Reference

Basic Software Design

Overview of software architecture and configuration files.

Main Window: Program

Detailed description of the primary control software interface.

Menu Items

Explanation of the main menu options (Unlock, Parameters, View, etc.).

Unlock

Procedure for unlocking software features via password.

Parameters

Accessing and modifying various instrument and analysis parameters.

Program Steps

Reviewing the analyzer's operational sequences.

View

Accessing events, results, status, and oven program data.

Run Calibration (Manual and Auto-Calibration)

Initiating manual and automatic calibration procedures.

Run Validation

Starting initial, standard, and test validation runs.

Help Functions

Accessing remote support and software version information.

Miscellaneous Procedures

Programming and Editing Values

General methods for changing parameters and values.

Programming GC Oven Parameters

Setting up temperature programs for the GC oven.

Start and Stop

Procedures for starting and stopping program cycles.

Subsequent Data Processing

Reprocessing acquired chromatograms and data analysis.

Maintenance

Security Instructions

Critical safety warnings before performing maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended replacement intervals for key components.

Maintenance Work

Detailed procedures for replacing and maintaining parts.

Troubleshooting

General Faults

Common issues and their detection/repair methods.

Alarm Messages

Explains automatic alarm messages and their causes/solutions.

Warning Messages

Describes warning messages and recommended actions.

Error Messages

Lists severe hardware errors and necessary manufacturer contact.

Spare Parts List

Warranty

Gesytec-II Protocol

Telegram Definitions

Explanation of telegram formats and data representation.

Status Request MZ

Command format for requesting instrument status.

Status Response ZM

Response format detailing instrument status.

Data Request DA

Command format for requesting data from the monitoring station.

Data Response AD

Response format for instrument data.

Control Command ST

Command format for outputting control words.

Control Response TS

Acknowledgement of control commands.

Appendix

Protocol byte configurations for the GC5000BTX.

Digital I;O

General

Overview of digital inputs/outputs for remote control and status monitoring.

Digital Outputs

Explains the function and coding of digital output signals.

Digital Inputs

Describes how to use digital inputs for control commands.

AMA Instruments GC 5000 BTX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAMA Instruments
ModelGC 5000 BTX
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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