Atlas SUNTEST CPS+ User manual

Operating Manual
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Content
1 Notes for safe operation.................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Explanation of the symbols..........................................................................................................................6
1.2 General instructions for safe operation........................................................................................................7
2 Installation of the instrument.......................................................................................................................10
2.1 Scope of delivery........................................................................................................................................10
2.2 Packing ......................................................................................................................................................10
2.3 Installation requirements............................................................................................................................ 11
2.4 Installation.................................................................................................................................................. 11
3 Description of the instrument......................................................................................................................12
3.1 Front view...................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 Rear view...................................................................................................................................................12
3.3 Test chamber..............................................................................................................................................13
4 Description of functions...............................................................................................................................14
4.1 Radiation and lters ..................................................................................................................................14
4.2 Ventilation circuits ......................................................................................................................................14
4.3 Filter systems.............................................................................................................................................15
4.4 Spectral distribution ...................................................................................................................................16
4.5 Sensor system ..........................................................................................................................................17
4.6 Safety facilities...........................................................................................................................................18
4.7 Safety labels...............................................................................................................................................18
5 Installation .....................................................................................................................................................19
5.1 Mounting of black standard sensor............................................................................................................19
5.2 Assembling the radiation system ...............................................................................................................19
5.2.1 Components of the radiation system.....................................................................................................19
5.2.2 Opening of the assembly compartment ...............................................................................................20
5.2.3 Installation of the optical lters..............................................................................................................20
5.2.5 Installation of the mirrors.......................................................................................................................21
5.2.6 Closing the assembly compartment......................................................................................................22
5.3 Connection to the power supply.................................................................................................................22
6 Operation and shutdown..............................................................................................................................23
6.1 Conguration of the instrument ..................................................................................................................23
6.2 Standard testing procedure........................................................................................................................23
6.3 Testing procedure with optional unit...........................................................................................................23
6.4 Operation with program controller..............................................................................................................24
6.5 Shutdown...................................................................................................................................................25
6.6 Final shutdown...........................................................................................................................................25
7 Calibration......................................................................................................................................................26
7.1 Irradiance...................................................................................................................................................26
7.2 Black standard temperature.......................................................................................................................27
8 Cleaning / consumables...............................................................................................................................28
8.1 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................28
8.1.1 Outer surfaces and operating elements................................................................................................28
8.1.2 Reector................................................................................................................................................28
8.1.3 SUNSENSIV™-sensor..........................................................................................................................28
8.1.4 Radiation system...................................................................................................................................28
8.1.5 Air lter..................................................................................................................................................28
8.2 Consumables / spare parts........................................................................................................................29
9 Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................30
9.1 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................30
9.2 Spare parts.................................................................................................................................................30
10 Technical Data...............................................................................................................................................31
11 Accessories...................................................................................................................................................32
12 Declaration of conformity.............................................................................................................................34
13 Notes ..............................................................................................................................................................37
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List of Graphics and tables Page
Fig. 1 Description of the SUNTEST®CPS+, front view........................................................................................12
Fig. 2 Description of the SUNTEST®CPS+, rear view.........................................................................................13
Fig. 3 Test chamber..............................................................................................................................................13
Fig. 4 Radiation and lters ...................................................................................................................................14
Fig. 5 Ventilation circuits ......................................................................................................................................14
Fig. 6 Spectral distribution....................................................................................................................................16
Fig. 7 Sensor system ...........................................................................................................................................17
Fig. 8 Safety facilities...........................................................................................................................................18
Fig. 9 Safety labels...............................................................................................................................................18
Fig. 10 Mounting the black standard sensor..........................................................................................................19
Fig. 11 Components of the radiation system..........................................................................................................19
Fig. 12 Opening of the assembly compartment ....................................................................................................20
Fig. 13 Installation of the optical lters ...................................................................................................................20
Fig. 14 Installing the xenon lamp ...........................................................................................................................21
Fig. 15 Installation of the mirrors............................................................................................................................21
Fig. 16 Closing the assembly compartment...........................................................................................................22
Fig. 17 Connection to the power supply.................................................................................................................22
Fig. 18 Standard testing procedure........................................................................................................................23
Fig. 19 Operation with program controller..............................................................................................................24
Fig. 20 Data transfer to a PC .................................................................................................................................26
Fig. 21 Calibration of irradiance with the XenoCal®WB 300 - 800 Sensor............................................................27
Fig. 22 Calibration of black standard temperature with XenoCal®BST Sensor or SunCal®sensor (optional).......27
Tab. 1 ...................................................................................................................................................................24

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Instructions for the user:
This operating manual describes the SUNTEST CPS+ xenon arc instrument. Please note that the instrument should
only be operated by authorized and qualied personnel.
Qualied personnel are users who:
• Have gained knowledge of instrument operation through an Atlas authorized technical training
• Have been instructed in the operation and function of the Instrument on the basis of this operating manual
• Are able to assess the activity that they perform based on work experience and instruction in the relevant safety
conditions and recognize possible hazards
Maintenance work:
• The lamp in the lamp cassette may only be replaced by qualied personnel who have been instructed by an
electrician or authorized Atlas representative
Cleaning work:
• Cleaning of the instrument or parts may only be performed by trained personnel
Read this operating manual carefully before using the Instrument for the rst time. You will then be able to
utilize all of the instrument features and avoid damage.
Should a particular problem arise which you feel is not adequately addressed in these operating instructions,
we urge you for your own safety to contact your local Atlas ales or Service Representative.
1 Notes for safe operation
Atlas Material Testing Technology GmbH
Vogelsbergstr. 22
63589 Linsengericht / Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
www.atlas-mts.com

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1 Notes for safe operation
Instructions for the user:
The SUNTEST CPS+ has been constructed with state-of-the-art technology and business practices and is safe to
operate. However, this instrument could be hazardous if operated by untrained personnel or utilized in a manner for
which it was not intended.
Instruction and prevention of accidents:
• For personnel who work on and with this instrument, the owner must create written instructions in a comprehensive
form and in the language of the employees based on this operating manual (FRG: Directive for the Prevention
of Accidents, UVV BGVA1)
• The work health and safety regulations of the trade cooperative associations BGV A3 must be observed
• Instruct the operating and cleaning personnel in the operation and care of the instrument based on these
instructions
• Unauthorized modications or conversions to the instrument are not permitted for safety reasons
Warranty:
Atlas MTT GmbH guarantees the safety and functional capability of the instrument only on condition that:
• Only original spare parts or accessories approved by Atlas MTT are used
• Inspections, calibrations and maintenance work are performed according to the given time intervals
Validity of the contents of the manual:
• The contents of these operating manual are subject to change at any time without notice
• The German version of this operating manual is binding for translations into foreign languages
Keep this operating manual in a safe place near to the instrument to be able to consult safety instructions
and important operating information at all times.
Copyright©
Atlas Material Testing Technology GmbH • 63589 Linsengericht / Altenhaßlau • Germany

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Safety symbols will draw your attention to safety-critical operation errors.
Symbols used in this operating manual
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result serious injury or death
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury
NOTE: Provides usage tips and useful information
WARNING from dangerous electrical voltage:
Indicates an electrical hazard
WARNING of UV radiation
CAUTION: wear UV safety glasses
CAUTION of cuts and gashes
WARNING against toxic substances
Symbols on the instrument
REFERENCE TO DISPOSAL DIRECTIVE (WEEE)!
The disposal of this product must comply with the EC Directive 2012/19/
EU (updated version) concerning used electrical and electronic
instruments.
CE Conformity mark
Pull main power supply
plug before opening ! Warns you not to touch live parts of the instrument
when opening.
1 Notes for safe operation
1.1 Explanation of the symbols

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1 Notes for safe operation
1.2 General instructions for safe operation
Please follow the safety instructions in the individual chapters.
Usage as authorized:
• The SUNTEST®CPS+ is used for exposure and weathering of material samples.
• The instrument is suitable for continuous operation.
• The instrument has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility and for installation in an industrial application.
Unauthorized usage:
• Flammable or explosive substances should not be exposed in the test chamber (see Ordinance on Hazardous
Substances).
• No substances or materials that may release toxic substances in any form should be used in the test chamber.
• Atlas does not guarantee performance of the Instrument instrument for test cycles that utilize light/dark cycles
less than 30 minutes in length. Thereof unaffected is the programming of smaller times insofar they do not repeat
cyclic.

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1 Notes for safe operation
1.2 General instructions for safe operation
Please also follow the safety instructions in the individual chapters.
Safety instructions for installation:
WARNING – Pull out the power plug
Coming in contact with live parts can result in a possibly fatal electrical shock. When assembling
the irradiance system, set the ON (I) / OFF (O) switch to the “OFF (O)” position and pull out the
power plug. Secure the power plug from being inserted again.
WARNING – UV radiation
If the sample table is not used, UV radiation is emitted on the lower side of the instrument and can
result in damage to skin and retina. Always use the sample table when the instrument is running!
WARNING – Short wavelength (UV-B) radiation
If the mirrors (gure 14) are not used, UV radiation is emitted on the upper side of the instrument and can
result in damage to skin and retina. Always operate the instrument with the mirrors installed.
Do not run the instrument without installed lter system.
The minimum lter conguration is the basic lter:
• Special UV
• Optical “Coated Quartz” lter
CAUTION – Danger of cuts and gashes
The optical lters have sharp edges that may cause cuts and gashes.
Always wear protective gloves when working on the radiation system.

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1 Notes for safe operation
1.2 General instructions for safe operation
Please also follow the safety instructions in the individual chapters.
The instrument meets the following safety regulations:
• DIN EN ISO 12100 Parts 1 and 2, 2004-04
Safety of machinery.
• DIN EN 50178 (VDE 0160): 1998-04
Electronic equipment for use in power installations.
• DIN EN 61000 Part 6-2, 2006-03 (VDE 0839)
Electromagnetic compatibility, Professional Basic Norm, immunity from distortion. Part 1: Residential areas, busi-
ness and industrial areas as well as small industries. Part 2: Industrial area.
• DIN EN 61010 Part 1, 2002-08 (VDE 0411)
Safety regulation for electrical measurement, control and laboratory instruments.
Disposal:
OBSERVE DISPOSAL DIRECTIVE!
Since March 24, 2006, the manufacturers` obligation to take back used instruments in accordance
with the EC Directive 2012/19 EU (updated version) WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
apply within the respective national implementation.
Compliance with RohS:
The SUNTEST®CPS+ complies with the requirements of directive 2011/65/EU for restricting the use of certain dan-
gerous substances in electrical and electronic instruments. This directive does not apply to instruments which are
designed exclusively for the purposes of research and development and are only provided at intra-company level.
Therefore, the SUNTEST CPS+ instrument does not come under the validity of the above mentioned directive.
Disposal of packaging:
Please discard the packaging materials according to the applicable regulations. For a list of the used packaging
materials, please refer to Section 2.2, “Packaging Materials.”

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2 Installation of the instrument
2.1 Scope of delivery
The SUNTEST CPS+ consists of:
• Xenon lamp
• Optical lter “Coated Quartz Filter Segment”
• UV mirror and light mirror
• Sample table
• Sensor for measuring and controlling irradiance (E)
• Sensor for measuring and controlling the black stan-
dard temperature (BST)
• Sensor for measuring the chamber temperature
(CHT)
• Program controller with a screen for displaying data
and keyboard for data input
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch
• Serial RS232 port for connection to a PC.
• Operating and software documentation manuals
2.2 Packaging
• Polyethylene foam (PE)
• Corrugated cardboard