ESPEC PLATINOUS CHAMBER Series User manual

PLATINOUS CHAMBER SERIES
OPTIONS MANUAL

Table of Contents
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Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Safety Symbols 2
Chapter 2: Chamber Cabinet 3
Door with Viewing Window (including chamber light) (ES-VW2,3,4) 4
Purpose 4
Operation 4
Specifications 4
ES-VW2 5
ES-VW3 6
ES-VW4 7
Inner Glass Door (ES-IG2, ES-IG3, ES-IG4) 8
Purpose 8
Precaution 8
Specifications 8
Ports (ES-CP2,4,6) 9
Purpose 9
Precaution 9
Operation 9
Shelf (ES-SS1,2,3,4) 10
Purpose 10
Precaution 10
Installation/Operation 10
Dry Air Purge (ES-DA5,10) 11
Purpose 11
Installation 11
Operation 11
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 11
ES-DA 13
Canada CSA Modification Option (ES-CAN-CSA) 14
Purpose 14
ES-CAN-CSA 15
ECA Option (ES-ECA) 16
Purpose 16
Specifications 16
Chapter 3: Water Circuit 17
Water Supply Tank (ES-WT2) 18
Purpose - Use 18
Operation 19
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 20
ES-WT2 21
De-Ionizing Cartridge (ES-DW2) 25

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Purpose 25
Installation 25
Operation 25
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 25
Specification 26
ES-DW2 27
Controlled Low Humidity (ES-LH, 4) 29
Purpose 29
Installation 29
Operation 30
Troubleshooting 30
Specifications 30
Humidity Range 31
Description of Respective Components 31
Replacement Parts 32
ES-LH,4 33
Extra Low Humidity (ES-LHU,4) 37
Purpose 37
Installation 37
Operation 37
Maintenance 37
Specifications 38
Humidity Range 38
Replacement Parts 38
Bellcore GR-63 Low Humidity (ES-GR-63) 40
Purpose 40
Operation 40
Maintenance 40
Replacement Parts 40
ES-GR-63 41
Chapter 4: Electronic Devices - Instrumentation 43
Overcool Protector (ES-OC1) 44
Purpose 44
Operation 44
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 44
Specifications 44
Emergency Stop Switch (ES-ES1) 45
Purpose 45
Operation 45
ES-ES1 46
Product Thermocouple (ES-PTC) 47
Purpose 47
Operation 47
Specifications 47
ES-PTC 48
Product Temperature Control Option (ES-PTCON) 49
Purpose 49
Operation 49
Specifications 49

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ES-PTCON 50
Solid State Humidity Sensor (ES-SH1) 51
Purpose 51
Performance Range 51
Specifications 51
Maintenance 52
ES-SH1 53
Six Additional Time Signals (ES-TS6) 55
Purpose 55
Specifications 55
ES-TS6 56
Temperature/Humidity Recorders 58
Purpose 58
Operation 58
Recorder Schematics 59
GPIB Computer Interface (ES-CM1) 73
RS-232C Computer Interface Option (ES-CM2) 73
SCP-220 Web Controller Option (ES-WEB) 73
Chapter 5: Refrigeration Circuit 75
LN2 Gas Injector (ES-LN) 76
Purpose 76
Installation 76
Operation 77
Specifications 77
ES-LN 78
Refrigeration Gauge (ES-RGL,U, ES-RGX,Z) 79
Purpose 79
Specifications 79
ES-RGL,U 80
ES-RGX,Z 81
Chapter 6: Appendix 83
Option Location 84
Options Installed On the Instrument Panel 84
Options Installed On the Option Panel 85

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Platinous Options Manual 1
Chapter 1: Introduction
This manual has been written for users of the Platinous Sterling Series Chambers
and particularly for technicians. Read it thoroughly to obtain the maximum
performance from the chamber.

Introduction
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Note: The information contained in this manual will always supersede the information in
the Standard User’s Manual when a contradiction is found.
1.1 Safety Symbols
The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual.
Note: Provides information necessary for gaining full performance from the chamber or
to prevent damage to equipment.
Procedure: Explains how to operate on a step-by-step basis. Offers supplementary informa-
tion.
TABLE 1.1. DEGREES OF DANGER
This mark means dangerous conse-
quences may arise, with the possibility of
death or serious injury to the user, if the
equipment is handled incorrectly.
This mark means dangerous conse-
quences may arise, with the possibility of
somewhat serious injury to the user and/
or damage to equipment and facilities, if
the equipment is handled incorrectly.
!
DANGER
!
CAUTION

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Chapter 2: Chamber Cabinet

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2.1 Door with Viewing Window (including chamber
light) (ES-VW2,3,4)
2.1.1 Purpose
The window is used for observing the specimen in the test chamber.
2.1.2 Operation
Precautions in Usage:
•During operation at low temperatures at high ambient humidity, condensation or frost
may form on the external window surface.
•During operation at high temperature, the exterior window surface may be hot.
FRAGILE GLASS! The glass will break if hit or pressed with excessive
force.
2.1.3 Specifications
Temperature Range -70 to 150°C (-95 to 300°F)
(reduces max. chamber temperature to 150°C)
Viewing Window 7.1”W x 10.3”H, for Type 2 and 3.
17.1”W x 11.7”H, for Type 4.
Chamber Lamp 6 Watt fluorescent bulb, isolated from the workspace and integrated
with viewing window.
Chamber Lamp Switch Located on the Instrumentation Panel.
!
CAUTION

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2.1.4 ES-VW2
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TITLE:
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MODEL NO.
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T. EBELS
DATE
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TOLERANCE
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REVISION
REMARKSLENGTHQTY
NUMBERNAME
NO.
1
2ABG0019DOOR ASSEMBLY
1
16AAL0008LABEL CHAMBER LAMP2 16ABW0018SWITCH ROCKER SPDT MAINTAINED3 1
6ACA0172BALLAST FLUORESCENT
4
1
6ACM0135COVER HANDY-BOX BLANK
5
16ACM0156BOX OUTLET 4 X 26 16ACX0002STARTER
7
1
6ACX0003SOCKET FOR STARTER
8
-1
2ABG0077DOOR ASSEMBLY SIZE 2
9
SPARE BULB16ACX0036LAMP FLOURESCENT10
A:07/30/2009J.BURRESS
ADDEDITEM10,6ACX0036.
B:11/16/2009J.BURRESS
CHANGEDITEM#4WAS
6ACA0011.
1
3
2
SEE ELECTRICAL PANEL ASSEMBLY FOR LOCATION OF 6ACA0172, 6ACX0002, & 6ACX0003.
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2.1.5 ES-VW3
TITLEB;EFD0603B
10-22-98REV.1.01
DRAWINGREVISION
1
TITLE:
VIEWING WINDOW SIZE 3
DRAWING NO.
1
ES-VW3 B
MODEL NO.
ESPEC NORTH AMERICA, INC. 4141 Central Parkway Hudsonville, MI 49426
/
INCHES
UNITS
SCALE
1:12
3/17/2009
T. EBELS
DATE
T. EBELS
TOLERANCE
DRAWN
DESIGNED
MATERIAL
±0.03
REVISION
REMARKSLENGTHQTY
NUMBERNAME
NO.
1
2ABG0020DOOR ASSEMBLY
1
16AAL0008LABEL CHAMBER LAMP2 16ABW0018SWITCH ROCKER SPDT MAINTAINED3 1
6ACA0172BALLAST FLUORESCENT
4
1
6ACM0135COVER HANDY-BOX BLANK
5
16ACM0156BOX OUTLET 4 X 26 16ACX0002STARTER
7
1
6ACX0003SOCKET FOR STARTER
8
-1
2ABG0078DOOR ASSEMBLY SIZE 3
9
SPARE BULB16ACX0036LAMPFLOURESCENT10
.
1
3
2
SEE ELECTRICAL PANEL ASSEMBLY FOR LOCATION OF 6ACA0172, 6ACX0002, & 6ACX0003.
6 5
A:07/30/2009J.BURRESS
ADDEDITEM10,6ACX0036.
B:11/16/2009J.BURRESS
CHANGEDITEM#4WAS
6ACA0011.

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2.1.6 ES-VW4
TITLEB;EFD0603B
10-22-98REV.1.01
DRAWINGREVISION
1
TITLE:
VIEWING WINDOW SIZE 4
DRAWING NO.
1
ES-VW4 B
MODEL NO.
ESPEC NORTH AMERICA, INC. 4141 Central Parkway Hudsonville, MI 49426 /
INCHES
UNITS
SCALE
1:12
3/17/2009
T. EBELS
DATE
T. EBELS
TOLERANCE
DRAWN
DESIGNED
MATERIAL
±0.03
REVISION
REMARKSLENGTHQTY
NUMBERNAME
NO.
1
2ABG0021DOOR ASSEMBLY
1
16AAL0008LABEL CHAMBER LAMP2 16ABW0018SWITCH ROCKER SPDT MAINTAINED3 1
6ACA0172BALLAST FLUORESCENT
4
1
6ACM0135COVER HANDY-BOX BLANK
5
16ACM0156BOX OUTLET 4 X 26 16ACX0002STARTER
7
1
6ACX0003SOCKET FOR STARTER
8
-1
2ABG0079DOOR ASSEMBLY SIZE 4
9
SPARE BULB16ACX0036LAMP FLOURESCENT10
.
3
2
SEE ELECTRICAL PANEL ASSEMBLY FOR LOCATION OF 6ACA0172, 6ACX0002, & 6ACX0003.
6 5
1
A:07/30/2009J.BURRESS
ADDEDITEM10,6ACX0036.
B:11/16/2009J.BURRESS
CHANGEDITEM#4WAS
6ACA0011.

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2.2 Inner Glass Door (ES-IG2, ES-IG3, ES-IG4)
2.2.1 Purpose
Used for observation and operating the speciment in the test chamber.
2.2.2 Precaution
Maximum temperature range with this option is -35 to 150°C for ESU and ESL models, and -70 to 150°C
for ESZ and ESZ models.
When the chamber is run with the main door open and the inner door closed, temperature pull down rate,
temperature uniformity, and the lowest attainable temperature may not meet specifications.
During operation at low temperatures, condensation or frost may form on the inner door surface.
During operation at high temperatures, the resin on the port flange may discolor. This discoloring does not
affect quality whatsoever.
FRAGILE GLASS! The glass will break if hit or pressed on with
excessive force.
2.2.3 Specifications
Inner glass door cannot be used with optional door with viewing window (ES-VW).
The wiper is not provided with temperature-only chambers.
Accessories include:
•1 pair of natural rubber gloves
•There is no viewing window or chamber lamp on the test chamber door, a fluores-
cent lamp is not provided as an accessory.
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2.3 Ports (ES-CP2,4,6)
2.3.1 Purpose
Allows access through chamber wall for wires/tubes to chamber interior.
2.3.2 Precaution
Powering heat generating items in chamber can lead to thermal run away.
2.3.3 Operation
Ensure that port is sealed around wires/tubes to prevent ambient air infiltration into the chamber. A silicone
port plug is provided for this purpose.

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2.4 Shelf (ES-SS1,2,3,4)
2.4.1 Purpose
Allows support/stacking of small test items in chamber.
2.4.2 Precaution
Avoid arranging test items such that they interfere with or block chamber airflow.
2.4.3 Installation/Operation
Procedure:
1. Insert support clips (4) into wall supports at desired shelf level.
2. Place shelf on support clips.
Note: Do not exceed rated shelf loading of 15 lbs per shelf or 45 lbs combined total for
all shelves.

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2.5 Dry Air Purge (ES-DA5,10)
2.5.1 Purpose
The dry air purge is used to reduce the potential for condensation on products during heat-ups or to extend
the time between defrost cycles for continuous low temperature operation.
2.5.2 Installation
Connect air supply per the following:
2.5.3 Operation
The dry air is being purged into the workspace when Time Signal No. 9 (Dry Air) is set ‘ON’.
2.5.4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Checking Dry Air Desiccant (every month)
Remove the water compartment box door and set the chamber to low humidity operation. Wait
approximately 10 minutes, then check the moisture indicator in the air compartment. The normal color of
TABLE 2.1. ADDITIONAL UTILITIES REQUIRED
Air Inlet Connection 1/2” FPT Fitting
Air Volume 8 CFM at 80-120 PSIG (ES-DA5)
16 CFM at 80-120 PSIG (ES-DA10)
Com pres s ed Air Inlet
Water Com partm ent
Dry Air Package
(located inside)

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the indicator is blue when the dry air is flowing. The moisture indicator will be purple (pink) if the desiccant
needs to be changed.
TABLE 2.2. REPLACEMENT PARTS
ESPEC NO. DESCRIPTION
6ABH0064 Valve solenoid 120 VAC 1/4 NPT
6ADD0027 Dryer -40°F Dew 4.9 CFM
6ADD0032 Meter flow 60-600 SCFH
6ADD0028 Dryer -40°F Dew 9.6 CFM
6ADD0037 Filter Element Particulate
6ADD0038 Filter Element Coalescing

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2.6 Canada CSA Modification Option (ES-CAN-CSA)
2.6.1 Purpose
To make a chamber comply with the Canadian CSA standards.