Air Liquide Qlixbi C230 User manual

Qlixbi User Manual
Connector Models C230, C300, S230, S300,
R (compatible for 230 and 300 bar)
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Table of contents
1. OVERVIEW AND DESCRIPTION 3
2. FOR YOUR SAFETY 5
3. HOW TO USE YOUR PRODUCTS 7
3.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 7
3.2 QLIXBI C OR S CONNECTOR 8
3.2.1 BEFORE 1st USE: ATTACH YOUR REGULATOR 8
3.2.2 COUPLE THE CYLINDER 8
3.2.3 TURN THE GAS ON & OFF 9
3.2.4 UNCOUPLE THE CYLINDER 10
3.2.5 SPECIFIC TO QLIXBI SMART CONNECTORS
(S230 and S300) 10
3.3 QLIXBI R CONNECTOR 11
3.3.1 COUPLE THE CYLINDER 11
3.3.2 ATTACH THE GAS HOSE (OR AN ACCESSORY) 11
3.3.3 TURN THE GAS ON & OFF 12
3.3.4 SET THE GAS FLOW RATE 13
3.3.5 UNCOUPLE THE CYLINDER 14
15
3.5 RESERVE INDICATOR 15
3.6 HANDLING THE CYLINDER 15
3.7 CRANING THE CYLINDER 16
3.8 STORE THE CONNECTOR 16
4. MAINTENANCE 16
4.1 PROCEDURE TO CLEAN THE PRODUCTS 16
5. TROUBLESHOOTING 17
6. SPECIFICATIONS 19
6.1 CYLINDER TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 19
6.2 QLIXBI C & S CONNECTORS TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 20
6.3 QLIXBI R CONNECTORS TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 21
7. ENVIRONMENT 22
8. CUSTOMER SUPPORT - CONTACT DETAILS 22
For your safety
Before using the equipment for the rst time, read the
safety instructions in “For Your Safety” (pg. 5).
Important Note
To get the most from your Qlixbi cylinder package, please be sure to read and follow all instructions carefully.
Energas reserves the right at any time to change technical contents without prior consent.
Energas cannot be held responsible for an inappropriate use of the product.
The Qlixbi cylinder and the Qlixbi connector are the properties of ENERGAS.
Help
If you have any questions, please refer to page 22
‘customer support - contact details’.
Before using the Qlixbi cylinder and the Qlixbi connector, please read the user manual carefully and follow all the necessary instructions.

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Qlixbi is a gas supply system consisting of the components pressurised gas cylinder and connector. The Qlixbi connectors are
only intended and approved for installation on Qlixbi cylinders and only for Argon , other inert gases and inert mixtures (oxidising
and ammable mixtures are excluded). These product are not intended for any other installation or purpose. If the product user
has any questions regarding this product’s proper application or purpose, the product user should call ENERGAS. Any
non-approved use or application and/or any non-approved modication of the product may result in a serious accident or
personal injury for which Energas will not be responsible.
1.
Overview and Description
Important Note
Classic version has a blue cover; Smart version has a Grey cover.
Qlixbi C and S connectors Qlixbi R connector
Qlixbi C Qlixbi S Qlixbi R
Qlixbi cylinder
1. Warranty seal (optional)
2. Docking port
3. Wheel
4. Cylinder
5. Reserve indicator
6. Cover cap (uncap but do not remove)

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Qlixbi C or S connector
7. Outlet connection
8. Inlet connection
9. Unlocking ring
10. On/O Lever
11. Customizable label
12. LED indicator (smart versions only)
Qlixbi R connector
13. Outlet connection
14. High pressure gauge
15. Flow gauge
16. Inlet connection
17. Regulator handwheel

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2.
For your safety
• All users must comply fully with all applicable national or local laws, rules or regulations.
• Anyone using this product must be thoroughly familiar with these instructions and other applicable product instructions
and manuals.
• Store and use pressurised gas cylinders only in well-ventilated areas.
• Failure to follow any instructions or warning within this instruction manual or on any product label may result in a serious
accident involving either personal injury, property damage or both.
• Use only genuine Qlixbi branded equipment and/or accessories. The Qlixbi connectors are designed and approved for
installation on Qlixbi cylinders. This product is not intended for any other installation or purpose. Only Qlixbi branded equipment
and accessories certied by Air Liquide and brought to you by Energas specically for use with your Qlixbi cylinders are
engineered and proven to operate within its operational and safety requirements.
• Qlixbi cylinders are only to be relled by Energas.
• Cylinder must be secured/xed to avoid risk of fall and/or injury.
• Do not rotate the connector when under pressure.
THE USE OF NON-QLIXBIACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE YOUR EQUIPMENT AND
MAY VOID YOUR ENERGAS WARRANTY.
Warning
• Do not operate the On/O Lever of the Qlixbi C or S connector when it is coupled to a cylinder without a regulator.
• Do not roll or crane a cylinder with a Qlixbi connector coupled to a cylinder.
• Lifting by crane is to be limited to a maximum height of 1 metre.
• Do not transport cylinders in vehicles with a Qlixbi connector coupled to a cylinder.
• Do not use the reserve indicator as a handling device to manipulate the cylinder.
• Do not use a deformed or damaged connector or docking port.
• Do not expose the connectors or docking ports of the cylinders to any violent movements or collisions with
other items.
• The cylinders and the connectors under pressure must be removed from close proximity to any ignition sources
(sparks or persons smoking etc.). Never heat a cylinder or a connector on a naked ame.
• Always use personal protective equipment as per local and applicable regulation.

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Electrical safety, for the smart versions of connectors
(Qlixbi S230 and S300)
The smart connectors have battery-operated electrical components that enable data communication via a low-power wide-
area network. Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using smart connectors to reduce the risk of re,
electrical hazard, and personal injury.
• If the smart connector is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent in order to avoid any hazard.
• Do not use the smart connector in an area classied as potentially explosive according to the ATEX directive or local
equivalent regulation.
Warning
• Do not immerse in water or other liquids, in order to avoid electrical hazards or damage to the connector. The
smart connectors are rainproof for normal weather conditions: protection class IP65.
• Do not place objects on top of the connector. Unauthorised use and technical modications to the connector
can lead to danger to life and health.
• Do not push any non-Qlixbi accessories into the connector.
• Do not disassemble the connector.
• Do not remove the cylinder wheel as it protects the cylinder valve or remove the reserve indicator.

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• Check there are no objects/particles (sand/mud/leaves…) inside the Reserve Indicator that could prevent the connection
before the coupling of a Qlixbi connector with a cylinder.
• Check that the docking port and the Qlixbi connector are clean and without damage. Remove dirt with a soft, dry cloth.
• Qlixbi C or S connector: the pressure regulator must be screwed and unscrewed on the Qlixbi C or S connector when the
Qlixbi connector is not coupled to the cylinder (see chapter 3.2.1).
• After uncoupling the Qlixbi connector, systematically close the cover cap of the cylinder on the reserve indicator.
• Always close the On/O Lever of the Qlixbi when not using gas.
• Use only materials in perfect condition and compatible with the type of gas used and in accordance to the specied operating
pressures and the desired ow rates.
• The users should inform Energas, its service agent or distributor, about any incidents and supply them any defective
equipment for checking and analysis.
• Energas accepts no responsibility when the product is used in any other applications for which it has not been designed.
• The user is responsible for any accidents and bodily injury, material or immaterial, direct or indirect, resulting from improper
assembly or inadequate maintenance.
3.
How to use your products
3.1 — GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Warning
• Do not use a high pressure jet to clean the cylinder, and or Qlixbi connector.
• Do not grease the docking port or the Qlixbi connector.
• Do not use Teon tape or paste to seal the connections.
• Never use corrosive substances or ammonia or any leak detector containing such substances.
• Do not alter the markings.

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• Make sure equipment is clean and free from damage.
• Make sure the On/O Lever of the Qlixbi connector is closed
(red lever down).
• Work area should be clean (without dust, grease, particles and liquid).
• Install the regulator at the outlet of the Qlixbi connector by
tightening the tting according to the regulator instructions
(The ttings must be clean).
• A support point shall be obtained by inserting a 14 mm
spanner upstream of the outlet tting of the Qlixbi connector; Use
of such spanner will prevent damage to the Qlixbi connector while
ensuring a satisfactory tightness of the pressure regulator,
especially with metal to metal sealing.
• Handle counterclockwise the pressure regulator knob.
1. Before you start to couple the connector to the cylinder, select a well
ventilated area, preferably in an area protected from the eects of bad
weather.
2. Make sure your equipment is clean and in good condition (If necessary,
clean the docking port and Qlixbi inlet connection with a clean dry
cloth only).
3. If the cylinder is new, break the warranty seal on the cover cap if any.
4. Open the cover cap and check the cleanliness of the docking port
(if necessary, clean it with a clean, dry cloth).
5. Check there are no objects inside the reserve indicator that could
prevent the connection.
6. The On/O Lever must be in the closed position.
7. Direct the Qlixbi connector to the top of the docking port and press
rmly downwards on the top of the connector. Ensure you attach the
Qlixbi connector vertically.
8. The Qlixbi connector rotates through 360° so you can position the
regulator in any direction.
3.2. QLIXBI C OR S CONNECTOR
3.2.2 — COUPLE THE CYLINDER
Warning
For safety reasons, in case of incomplete coupling,
the On/O Lever is automatically locked.
In this case, do not apply force to the lever.
Repeat the complete sequence:
• Make sure there is no blocking element (particles, etc)
around the docking port or in the Qlixbi inlet connection.
• Direct the Qlixbi connector to the top of the docking port
(vertical approach) and press rmly.
• If the On/O Lever is still locked, call Energas.
3.2.1 — BEFORE 1st USE: ATTACH YOUR REGULATOR

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By pushing the lever downward, this action closes the cylinder valve.
3.2.3 — TURN THE GAS ON AND OFF
1. Orientate the Qlixbi connector.
2. Connect the outlet of the regulator according to the instructions of
the regulator.
3. Lift the On/O Lever of the Qlixbi connector up, this action opens the
cylinder valve.
4. Turn clockwise the handwheel of the regulator.
5. Check for leaks on the gas connections using a proprietary
leak detection uid which does not contain ammonia.
TURN THE GAS ON
TURN THE GAS OFF
Important Note
The cover cap and the connector can rotate at 360°.
Rotation of the connector has to be done before turning
on the gas by using the On/O lever. Do not rotate the
connector under pressure.
Warning
If the lever is locked, don’t force the lever, there is a safety
function to avoid gas opening if the coupling is incomplete,
please refer to the troubleshooting section.
Warning
When the lever is opened, the unlocking ring is
automatically locked and consequently, it is not possible to
uncouple the connector from the cylinder. Do not force on
the unlocking ring to disconnect.
Risk of damage

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When the On/O Lever is lifted, the led indicator ashes after a
few seconds.
LED glows green when your Qlixbi is online and ready to transmit data.
LED glows red when the data transmission doesn’t work.
Please refer to the troubleshooting section or contact your Energas
customer support.
• The disconnection is only possible when the purge process is
completed.
• No need to unscrew the regulator, the Qlixbi connector can be kept with
the regulator xed.
• The Qlixbi connector must be kept in a dry place and protected from dust.
• Replace the cover cap of the cylinder on the reserve indicator after usage.
3.2.5 — SPECIFIC TO QLIXBI SMART CONNECTORS
(S230 and S300 models)
Tips
When the cylinder pressure is above 250 bar, it may be
more dicult to uncouple the connector of the cylinder due
to the purge. To make this operation easier, it is advised to
purge the connector through the welding machine and/
or the welding torch. In case of diculties, refer to the
troubleshooting section.
Warning
• During this step the weight of the regulator might topple
the connector over when disconnecting - Be sure to hold
the connector and the regulator.
• In any case, never apply excessive force on the connector
to uncouple it from the cylinder.
After closing the lever and allowing the regulator to purge the gas
through connected equipment such as welding torches (refer to the
regulator user manual), turn the regulator o, unclip the Qlixbi connector
vertically by pinching the unlocking ring and cover. (During this step, the
Qlixbi connector is purged automatically).
3.2.4 — UNCOUPLE THE CYLINDER
Important Note
During the uncoupling process a noise due to the gas purge
may occur. This noise is normal and will cease when the
connector is released.