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Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH vario EL cube User Manual

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Variants Operating Instructions vario EL cube ©Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH
Variants Operating Instructions
vario EL cube
Analyzer
Version 17.02.2017
Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH

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Elementar Analysensysteme GmbH vario EL cube Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeElemental Analyzer
Sample TypesSolids, liquids, and viscous samples
Detection MethodThermal Conductivity Detector (TCD)
Combustion TemperatureUp to 1200 °C
Carrier GasHelium
DeterminationsC, H, N, S
Sample Weight (max)1g
Data OutputDigital
Power Requirements230 V, 50/60 Hz
Analysis Time4 to 10 minutes per sample
Dimensions (W x D x H)55 cm x 55 cm x 50 cm (approximate)

Summary

CHAPTER 1 General

Revision history

Lists modifications made to the document over time, including dates and descriptions of changes.

About this document

Provides status, identification number, and validity of the operating instructions for the instrument.

Display conventions

Explains typographical conventions and formatting used in the document for clarity and understanding.

Working with the operating instructions

Provides guidance on how to effectively use and store the operating instructions for optimal work.

General information on the operating instructions

Discusses instrument development and how pictures might differ from the current status.

Notes regarding modification

Addresses potential modifications to the analyzer due to its modular design.

Gas pressure

Warns about consumables escaping under pressure and causing chemical burns.

Switching off the instrument

Cautions about lack of ventilation leading to analyzer overheating when switching off.

Hot instrument parts

Warns about the risk of burns from hot components when working inside the instrument.

Changing mode

Cautions about overheating if tube fillings are inappropriate for the selected operating mode.

Filling reaction tubes

Warns about hazards from broken glass and cautions regarding cutting sealing elements.

Installing and conditioning the reaction tubes

Warns about hot components and cautions about overheating due to incorrect tube fillings.

CHAPTER 2 Oxygen determination with TCD

Analytical characteristics and technical specifications

Details the analytical characteristics and technical specifications for oxygen determination using TCD.

Substance digestion and functional diagram

Explains the procedures during substance digestion and the functional diagram of the process.

Separation of the reaction gases

Describes how individual measuring components in the reaction gas mixture are separated.

Detection

Introduces the method of detection for measuring components and evaluating the signal.

Tube fillings

Outlines the requirements and procedures for filling the quartz pyrolysis tube for O determination.

Modification to O Mode

Details the scope and process of modifying the instrument for oxygen determination.

Conditioning the pyrolysis tube

Provides detailed instructions on how to condition the pyrolysis tube before routine analysis.

Changing of the pyrolysis crucible

Describes the procedure for replacing the pyrolysis crucible as part of maintenance.

Establishing of the analysis readiness

Outlines the steps to ensure the instrument is ready for analysis after setup or modification.

Notes on performing calibration

Covers background, checking calibration, and sample weights for accurate calibration.

Oxygen analyses in routine operation

Recommends sample sequences and parameter settings for routine oxygen analysis.

Application notes for oxygen determination

Provides additional notes on specific aspects of oxygen determination application.

Additional error messages in O mode

Lists possible error messages during O mode operation, their causes, and corrective actions.

CHAPTER 3 Oxygen determination with NDIR

Analytical characteristics and technical specifications

Details the analytical characteristics and technical specifications for oxygen determination using NDIR.

Substance digestion and functional diagram

Explains the procedures during substance digestion and the functional diagram of the process.

Detection

Introduces the method of detection for measuring components and evaluating the signal.

Tube fillings

Outlines the requirements and procedures for filling the quartz pyrolysis tube.

Modification to O Mode

Details the scope and process of modifying the instrument for oxygen determination with NDIR.

Conditioning the pyrolysis tube

Provides detailed instructions on how to condition the pyrolysis tube before routine analysis.

Changing of the pyrolysis crucible

Describes the procedure for replacing the pyrolysis crucible as part of maintenance.

Establishing of the analysis readiness

Outlines the steps to ensure the instrument is ready for analysis after setup or modification.

Notes on performing calibration

Covers background, checking calibration, and sample weights for accurate calibration.

Oxygen analyses in routine operation

Recommends sample sequences and parameter settings for routine oxygen analysis.

Application notes for oxygen determination

Provides additional notes on specific aspects of oxygen determination application.

Additional error messages in O mode

Lists possible error messages during O mode operation, their causes, and corrective actions.

CHAPTER 4 Oxygen determination with combined NDIR for measuring CO and SO2

Analytical characteristics and technical specifications

Details the analytical characteristics and technical specifications for O determination with combined NDIR.

Substance digestion and functional diagram

Explains the procedures during substance digestion and the functional diagram of the process.

Detection

Introduces the method of detection for measuring components and evaluating the signal.

Tube fillings

Outlines the requirements and procedures for filling the quartz pyrolysis tube.

Modification to O Mode

Details the scope and process of modifying the instrument for oxygen determination with combined NDIR.

Conditioning the pyrolysis tube

Provides detailed instructions on how to condition the pyrolysis tube before routine analysis.

Changing of the pyrolysis crucible

Describes the procedure for replacing the pyrolysis crucible as part of maintenance.

Establishing of the analysis readiness

Outlines the steps to ensure the instrument is ready for analysis after setup or modification.

Notes on performing calibration

Covers background, checking calibration, and sample weights for accurate calibration.

Oxygen analyses in routine operation

Recommends sample sequences and parameter settings for routine oxygen analysis.

Application notes for oxygen determination

Provides additional notes on specific aspects of oxygen determination application.

Additional error messages in O mode

Lists possible error messages during O mode operation, their causes, and corrective actions.

CHAPTER 5 Sulfur determination with NDIR

Special features

Describes general features and notes for sulfur determination using NDIR.

Functional diagram

Illustrates the functional diagram for CHNS, CNS, and S/NDIR modes.

Modification to S operation

Details the scope and process of modifying the instrument for sulfur determination using NDIR.

CHAPTER 6 Sulfur determination with combined NDIR for measuring CO and SO2

Special features

Describes general features and notes for sulfur determination using combined NDIR.

Functional diagram

Illustrates the functional diagram for CHNS, CNS, and S/NDIR modes.

Modification to S operation

Details the scope and process of modifying the instrument for sulfur determination using combined NDIR.

CHAPTER 7 Chlorine determination with EC cell

Analytical characteristics and technical specifications

Details analytical characteristics and technical specifications for chlorine determination with EC cell.

Substance digestion and functional diagram

Explains the procedures during substance digestion and the functional diagram of the process.

Detection

Introduces the method of detection for chlorine using an EC cell.

Tube fillings

Outlines requirements and procedures for filling quartz combustion tubes and drying tubes.

Notes on performing calibration

Covers calibration background, calculation of content, checking, and sample weights.

Chlorine analyses in routine operation

Recommends sample sequences and parameter settings for routine chlorine analysis.

Notes on sensitivity and measuring range

Discusses factors affecting peak shape, sensitivity, and the measuring range of the EC cell.

Cross-sensitivity of the EC cells

Explains cross-sensitivity of EC cells to water vapor and other gases.

Quantitative conversion from Cl to HCl

Addresses ensuring quantitative conversion of chlorine to HCl, including recommendations.

Maintenance of the HCl EC cells

Discusses achieving maximum life time for EC cells and regeneration procedures.

Leak test

Describes the procedure for performing a leak test to ensure instrument integrity.

Modification to Cl operation

Details the scope and process of modifying the instrument for chlorine determination.

CHAPTER 8 TIC solids module

General information

Provides general information about the TIC solids module and its suitability.

Scope of delivery

Lists the items included in the TIC module soliTIC package.

Safety instructions

Outlines crucial safety notes for handling chemicals and operating the TIC module.

Technical specifications

Lists technical specifications related to standardization, control, and data processing.

Analytical characteristics

Details the analytical characteristics of the TIC solids module operation.

Functional diagram TIC module

Illustrates the functional diagram of the TIC module soliTIC.

The components

Identifies and describes the main components of the TIC module.

Tube fillings

Outlines requirements for cleaning and filling quartz and glass components.

Installation and initial start up of the TIC module

Guides through the phases of installation and initial startup of the TIC module.

Selecting the operating mode

Explains the essential conditions and procedure for selecting the operating mode.

General measuring principle TIC

Details the steps involved in the general measuring principle for TIC analysis.

Analysis run

Describes the steps for performing an analysis run, including sample feeding.

Defining custom standard substances

Guides on how to define custom standard substances in the software.

Maintenance work

Outlines necessary maintenance tasks for the user, such as hose exchange.

CHAPTER 9 CHNS determination with the liquid autosampler vario LS

CHNS determination with vario LS

Explains the general principles and measuring process for CHNS determination with the vario LS.

Tube fillings

Outlines requirements for cleaning and filling combustion and reduction tubes.

Selecting the operating mode

Explains essential conditions and procedure for selecting the CHNS operating mode.

CHNS routine operation

Recommends sample sequences for routine CHNS operation.

Setting device parameters

Discusses instrument parameters, temperature, time, and liquid sample feeder settings.

Defining custom standard substances

Guides on how to define custom standard substances in the software.

Defining custom methods

Guides on how to view existing or define new custom methods.

Modification into CHNS liquid mode

Details the requirements and phases for modifying the basic instrument into CHNS liquid mode.

Calibration

Covers general calibration principles, recommended calibration, and numerical examples for CHNS.

View of the analytical results

Explains how analytical results are displayed and the mathematical procedure for standardization.

Check list, prior to the analysis run

Provides a checklist of points to complete before starting an analysis run.

Shut-down for measuring breaks

Outlines maintenance work to be performed by the customer during measuring breaks.

CHAPTER 10 CHN determination with the liquid autosampler vario LS

CHN determination with vario LS

Explains the general principles and measuring process for CHN determination with the vario LS.

Tube fillings

Outlines requirements for cleaning and filling combustion and reduction tubes.

Selecting the operating mode

Explains essential conditions and procedure for selecting the CHN operating mode.

CHN routine operation

Recommends sample sequences for routine CHN operation.

Setting device parameters

Discusses instrument parameters, temperature, time, and liquid sample feeder settings.

Defining custom standard substances

Guides on how to define custom standard substances in the software.

Defining custom methods

Guides on how to view existing or define new custom methods.

Modification into CHN liquid mode

Details the requirements and phases for modifying the basic instrument into CHN liquid mode.

Calibration

Covers general calibration principles, recommended calibration, and numerical examples for CHN.

View of the analytical results

Explains how analytical results are displayed and the mathematical procedure for standardization.

Check list, prior to the analysis run

Provides a checklist of points to complete before starting an analysis run.

Shut-down for measuring breaks

Outlines maintenance work to be performed by the customer during measuring breaks.

CHAPTER 11 Upgrade kit for manual injection

Scope of the upgrade kit for manual injection

Shows an illustration of the upgrade kit components and lists their part numbers.

Removal of components not needed

Details the safety precautions and steps for removing existing components before installation.

Installation of the required parts

Provides detailed steps for installing the upgrade kit components into the analyzer.

Functional diagram varioELcube CHNS

Illustrates the functional diagram for the CHNS mode.

Functional diagram varioMACROcube CHN

Illustrates the functional diagram for the CHN mode.

Functional diagram varioMACROcube CHNS

Illustrates the functional diagram for the CHNS mode.

Functional diagram varioMICROcube

Illustrates the functional diagram for the MICROcube.

CHAPTER 12 Modification kit for special applications

Removing/installing and conditioning the special reaction tubes

Explains the process of removing, installing, and conditioning special reaction tubes.

Emptying and filling special reaction tubes

Provides instructions for emptying and refilling special reaction tubes for different modes.