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Thermo Scientific 146i User Manual

Thermo Scientific 146i
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Model 146i
Instruction Manual
Dynamic Gas Calibrator
Part Number 102482-00
30Jan2008
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Thermo Scientific 146i Specifications

General IconGeneral
Linearity±1% of full scale
Operating Temperature15 to 35 °C
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Zero Drift<1 ppb/24 hours
Span Drift< 1% of full scale/24 hours

Summary

Chapter 1 Introduction

Principle of Operation

Explains how the calibrator works, including dilution, ozone generation, GPT, permeation oven, and photometer principles.

Specifications

Lists technical specifications for gas dilution, permeation oven, ozone generator, photometer, and remote operation.

Chapter 2 Installation

Unpacking and Inspection

Details how to unpack the instrument, check for shipping damage, and inspect internal components.

Setup Procedure

Guides through connecting zero air, gas cylinders, and installing the permeation tube if the option is present.

Remote Interconnections

Explains how to use the rear panel I/O connector for remote control of flow modes, ozone levels, and gas settings.

Chapter 3 Operation

Software Overview

Illustrates the menu-driven software, including Power-Up, Run, and Main Menu screens.

Main Menu

Lists submenus for instrument parameters and settings, accessible from the Run screen.

Flow Modes

Allows setting operational modes like Standby, Gas Dilution, Permeation Oven, O3, and Photometer via an intuitive menu.

Chapter 4 Calibration

Mass Flow Controllers

Details the procedure for calibrating mass flow controllers using a NIST traceable flow meter.

Photometer Calibration

Describes calibrating the ozone generator using a primary standard or analyzer.

Ozonator Control Check

Explains how to perform an ozonator control check by connecting to a Model 49i PS and comparing readings.

Chapter 5 Preventive Maintenance

Safety Precautions

Read safety precautions before beginning any procedures in this chapter.

Fan Filter Inspection and Cleaning

Provides procedures to inspect and clean the fan filter by removing guards and flushing.

Monitoring Detector Frequency and Noise

Explains how to monitor detector frequencies and noise using the Intensity Check menu.

Capillary Service

Addresses capillaries (Ozonator, Photometer, Pressure Gauge, Pump) and procedures for inspection and cleaning if blocked.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Guides

Provides general troubleshooting information and checks to perform for instrument problems.

Board-Level Connection Diagrams

Illustrates board-level connections for common electronics and measurement systems for troubleshooting.

Connector Pin Descriptions

Lists connector pin descriptions for various boards, used with connection diagrams for troubleshooting.

Chapter 7 Servicing

Safety Precautions

Read safety precautions before beginning any procedures, noting service procedures are for qualified representatives.

Replacement Parts List

Lists replacement parts for major subassemblies and indicates component locations.

Fuse Replacement

Provides the procedure to replace the fuse, specifying fuse types and voltage ratings.

Leak Test and Pump Checkout

Details procedures to check for leaks in the system and leak test the pump, with options for photometer presence.

Chapter 8 System Description

Hardware

Describes the Model 146i analyzer components, including flow system, photometer, and solenoids.

Software

Provides an overview of the software structure, organizing tasks into instrument control, monitoring, calculations, and communication.

Electronics

Details system boards, assemblies, and connectors, including motherboard and measurement interface board.

I/O Components

Describes input/output functions and components, covering analog/digital outputs, inputs, and serial ports.

Chapter 9 Optional Equipment

Ozonator

Provides zero, precision, and span checks; ozone level depends on light intensity and gas flow.

Permeation Oven

Maintains stable oven temperature for gas flow, mixing oven stream with bypass flow using back pressure regulator.

Permeation Tube Oven Calibration

Describes calibrating the permeation tube oven temperature indicator and using permeation tubes.

Appendix A Warranty

Appendix B C-Link Protocol Commands

Commands

Describes how to send commands remotely in the instrument's remote mode, including command format and error handling.

Measurements

Provides commands for reporting and setting photometer averaging time, gas concentration, and flow controller data.

Alarms

Lists commands for reporting and setting alarm conditions for temperatures, concentration, and intensity.

Datalogging

Covers commands for clearing records, setting logging periods, and reporting list of selections for records and streaming data.

Appendix C MODBUS Protocol

Serial Communication Parameters

Defines communication parameters for serial port configuration, including data bits, stop bits, parity, and baud rate.

Function Codes

Describes supported function codes like Read Coils, Read Inputs, Read Holding Registers, and Force Single Coil.

MODBUS Commands Supported

Lists MODBUS commands supported for the Model 146i, including Coil Numbers and Register Variables.

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