Lauper Instruments HYDROXYCHROM User manual

CHROMATO-SUD
STANDARD USER MANUAL
SMU n° #0020
Date d’application :
14 December 2018
Revision : N° 3
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HYDROXYCHROM
Historic
Revision
N°
Modification nature
Application date
Modified
chapters
0
Creation
24/10/2012
All
1
Revision
25/10/2012
Ch.3 & 4
2
Revision
22/04/2015
Ch.4.6.2
3
Revision
14/12/2018
Ch. 3.1 & 4.3
Editor: S. GUTIERREZ, JP.AMIET,
K.TRAULLE
Checked by:
Approved by:
Visa :
Visa :
Visa :
Gas-Detection
Lauper Instruments AG
Irisweg 16B
CH-3280 Murten
Tel. [phone]
[email protected]
www.lauper-instruments.ch

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2. GENERAL INFORMATION & COMPATIBILITY TO NORMALISATIONS...........................................5
2.1. CE CONFORMITY.....................................................................................................................................5
2.2. W.E.E.E. PRODUCT RECYCLING DECLARATION...........................................................................................5
2.3. SECURITY INSTRUCTIONS AND CORRECT USE .............................................................................................5
CHAPTER 3. SPECIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................6
3.1. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................6
3.2. INSTRUMENT PRESENTATION ...................................................................................................................7
3.3. FUNCTIONING PRINCIPLE .........................................................................................................................8
CHAPTER 4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION................................................................................................9
4.1. RECEIPT OF INSTRUMENT AND CHECK.......................................................................................................9
4.2. DELIVERY CONTENT.................................................................................................................................9
4.3. GENERATOR INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................9
4.4. CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................................................10
4.4.1. Fluidic connections......................................................................................................................... 10
4.4.2. Electric connections........................................................................................................................ 11
4.5. FACTORY SETTINGS ...............................................................................................................................11
4.6. REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE:HYDROXYCHROM VIEWER FOR USB ...................................................12
4.6.1. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................. 12
4.6.2. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE ........................................................................................................... 13
4.6.3. INSTRUMENT INFORMATION STATUS AND OPERATION MODE .................................................... 22
CHAPTER 5. MAINTENANCE, ALARMS + TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................24
5.1. REGULAR MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................24
5.2. LED AND BUZZER INDICATIONS...............................................................................................................24
5.3. ALARMS +TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................................................25

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WARNING
The described material in this manual contains one or several confidential computer programs that are the
property of CHROMATO-SUD.
CHROMATO-SUD authorize the instrument owner to use the program (s) for what it has been designed to
the exclusive of any other use.
The total or partial copyright, the dismantle, the retro-compilation or transcription or the above mentioned
program for the use of the owner of a third party are strictly forbidden.
GENERAL WARRANTY
CHROMATO-SUD guarantees these instruments against the manufacturing defaults during a twelve month
period from the delivery date. The replacement of the defective components will be free except the
transport or travel fees that will be invoiced according the current tariffs.
CHROMATO-SUD accepts no liability for damages or possible incurred losses.
CHROMATO-SUD provides a spare part service and After Sales Service. Please contact the service engineer
responsible for the repair or the spare part repair. The serial number of the instrument as well as the
description of the trials done and the estimated reasons of the breakdown should be given to provide you
the quickest service.
CHROMATO-SUD reserves the right to modify the prices and the characteristics of these products.
Copyright –© 2005, CHROMATO-SUD 15 Rue d’Artiguelongue, 33 240 SAINT ANTOINE, FRANCE
In case of warranty particular conditions, the general warranty will not be applied.

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CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION
This document provides all necessary information for the installation and operation of your
HYDROXYCHROM High Purity Hydrogen generator; it also describes the simple maintenance operations,
alarms as well as troubleshooting.
It is applicable to the below generation models and software HYDROXYCHROM Viewer Version 1.0
produced since October 2012:
HYDROXYCHROM-100
HYDROXYCHROM-160
The operating manual considers and describes an instrument generally equipped with the most complex
configuration ; should the explanation concerning the most complex instrument be too different from the
simpler instrument, both cases will be described.

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CHAPTER 2. GENERAL INFORMATION & COMPATIBILITY TO NORMALISATIONS
2.1. CE CONFORMITY
This equipment was built in compliance and is compatible with EC recommendations concerning electrical
safety and electromagnetic emissions. It complies with 89/336/EWG, 93/98/EWG, standards EN 50 081-1,
in 50 081-2, EN 50 082 - 1 and EN 50 082 - 2.
Note
Any modifications on the instrument which have not been approved in writing by the manufacturer will
automatically cancel the manufacturer warranty. If such modifications are nevertheless undertaken, they
are under the user responsibility; the manufacturer will under no circumstances be responsible for any
damages direct or indirect which they would cause
2.2. W.E.E.E. PRODUCT RECYCLING DECLARATION
In agreement with the European EC/2002/96 directive on electrical and electronic equipment recycling, this
product may not be disposed in the garbage. For recycling information, contact the company who sold this
product. If you want to get rid of this instrument, identify it as such and direct it to a certified recycling
centre.
2.3. SECURITY INSTRUCTIONS AND CORRECT USE
This Hydrogen generator has been designed in order to produce small quantities of Hydrogen for
instrumentation applications. This device must only be used for such applications respecting the
specifications and recommendations for its proper use described in this operating manual. The main
recommendations are:
Instrument can only be use indoors, at temperatures above 4°C and in a well-ventilated room.
In case of maintenance inside the instrument, always unplug it before opening the casing(s). HIGH
VOLTAGE inside.

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CHAPTER 3. SPECIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTION
3.1. SPECIFICATIONS
Models
HYDROXYCHROM-100
HYDROXYCHROM-160
H2Outflow
@ 1013/20°C
HYDROXYCHROM-100 = 100 Nml/min
HYDROXYCHROM-160 = 160 Nml/min
H2purity
Maximum Hydrocarbon content: 0.1ppm
Dew point
-40°C / -40°F
Outlet Pressure
From 0.5 to 7 bar (7 to 102 psig), adjustable by software.
Pressure resolution
10 mbar
Pressure stability
Better than ±10 mbar
H2generation technology
Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM), Solid Polymer Membrane
Drying technology
No maintenance static dryer
Water quality
High purity distilled & filtered water. TOC free.
Conductivity < 0.20 µS/cm
Water capacity
5L tank outside, 0.4L tank inside.
Water consumption
5L water generates about 6000L Hydrogen
Safety
Low H2stored volume; over pressure valve; internal leak test; automatic
shut down; maximum current limit, water quality.
Manual control
ON-OFF power switch
Display
By Hydroxychrom Viewer
Communications
USB
H2outlet fitting
Stainless steel 1/8" OD compression
Functioning conditions :
Temperature
Humidity
+10°C to +35°C
max 80%, non condensing
Transport and storage
conditions:
Temperature
Humidity
Duration
+4°C to +40°C
Max 90%
Maximum 30 days. Instrument should run 5 minutes every month
Power supply
Automatic switching from 90VAC to 260VAC, 47 to 63 Hz
Power consumption
(max at full flow)
HYDROXYCHROM-100 and HYDROXYCHROM-160: maximum 150W
Sound pressure
< 40dB (A)

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Dimensions
W=482mm/19ins, H=180mm/7.1ins, D=600mm/23.6ins
Net weight (Kg)
10 kg
Certification
CE
3.2. INSTRUMENT PRESENTATION
The front panel contains a functioning LED (see chapter 5 for the signification).
The rear panel’left side has:
Mains plug with fuse and switch
DB9 interface connectors for RS485, remote control USB, dry relay.
The rear panel’ in the center has:
ZEROWATER input from external tank, fitting for 6mm tube
Output hydrogen by dual ring fitting stainless steel 1/8"
Dry air inlet, fitting brass 1/8”
O2output fitting, fitting for 8mm tube
Mild Air outlet after cooling internal structures
View of rear’s face:
O2+ H2O output
Dry air inlet
H2output
Water inlet

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3.3. FUNCTIONING PRINCIPLE
The self-priming water pump1 sucks water from the ZEROWATER tank (external tank), and keep the
internal tank filled up between the two Infra-Red water level detectors. The internal tank contains a circular
deionization cartridge with minimum 1 year lifetime.
The circulating water pump2 aspires ZERO WATER from the internal tank, and make water circulating
through the electrolysis cell with PME membrane. Mixed with oxygen generated by electrolysis, the water
return to the internal tank. O2is separated and flows outside the instrument through a 8mm exhaust
fitting.
After creation during the electrolysis, hydrocarbon free wet hydrogen passes through the membrane and is
dried a first time in the liquid-gas separator, then a second time by a static dryer without maintenance.
The Hydrogen pressure is measured and regulated to the desired value by a current feedback to the H2-cell.
HYDROXYCHROM-100 and HYDROXYCHROM-160 are equipped with a single layer H2-cell.
H2 GENERATION MODULE
O2 Outlet
Water Inlet
H2 Outlet
External 5L Water
Tank ZERO WATER
box
Water pump 1
Static dryer 24"
H2 pressure
sensor 1
Gas liquid
separator
Over-pressure
valve (9.5 to 12
bar)
Outlet E-valve Flow restrictor
Water
Water + O2
Max: 45 Amp 3V
0-10 bar rel
IR Level
sensors 2X
Internal tank
capacity
(500cm3)
Manual One-
Way valve
Quick Connect
Fitting 6mm
Stainless steel
Swagelok 1/8"
300 to 320 Nml/min H2
Deionisation Resin
(80-100cm3)
Max: 45 Amp 6V
600 to 640 Nml/min H2
Circulating
pump
Water pump 2
Quick Connect
Fitting 8mm
H2 GENERATION MODULE
O2 Outlet
Water Inlet
H2 Outlet
External 5L Water
Tank ZERO WATER
box
Water pump 1
Static dryer 24"
H2 pressure
sensor 1
Gas liquid
separator
Over-pressure
valve (9.5 to 12
bar)
Outlet E-valve Flow restrictor
Water
Water + O2
Max: 45 Amp 3V
0-10 bar rel
IR Level
sensors 2X
Internal tank
capacity
(500cm3)
Manual One-
Way valve
Quick Connect
Fitting 6mm
Stainless steel
Swagelok 1/8"
300 to 320 Nml/min H2
Deionisation Resin
(80-100cm3)
Max: 45 Amp 6V
600 to 640 Nml/min H2
Circulating
pump
Water pump 2
Quick Connect
Fitting 8mm

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CHAPTER 4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
4.1. RECEIPT OF INSTRUMENT AND CHECK
Each instrument is inspected and packaged prior to transport with great attention. Immediately after
receipt, we recommend to perform a quick visual inspection of the package. If the package is damaged,
report it in writing to the carrier at the time of delivery.
The HYDROXYCHROM is packed in a wood box with protection and maintaining foams placed above and
below the instrument.
The HYDROXYCHROM packaging extraction begins with the opening of the wood box; at this stage, it is
possible to verify the visual integrity of the instrument.
Any damages must be immediately identified and photographed; it should be reported to the carrier as
well as to your local Distributor or to CHROMATOTEC.
For major damages, the HYDROXYCHROM shall be returned to the manufacturer after synchronization with
the service department, which can be reached by e-mail at:
[e-mail].
In case of non-respect of this procedure, CHROMATOTEC cannot be kept in charge of the caused damage
and cost will be charged to the customer.
It is well recommended to keep the wood box for future shipments.
4.2. DELIVERY CONTENT
Quantity
Description
1
Hydrogen Generator HYDROXYCHROM with its factory communication option assembled
1
Connection tube from ZEROWATER tank to HYDROXYCHROM.
1
ZEROWATER tank (5L)
1
USB key including operating manual and HYDROXYCHROM Viewer software. If the generator is
supplied with an analyzer, these elements are supplied with the USB key of the analyzer.
1
QC and verification certificate
1
USB cable for connecting the device to a PC
1
Power cable 230V, CE or according to your country
1
Shipping box
4.3. GENERATOR INSTALLATION
The HYDROXYCHROM generator must be installed on a flat surface, without vibrations, avoiding
potential shocks and excessive heat source; it should not be in contact with other devices on any of
its walls.
Operate the instrument in an open and well-ventilated area, in which the temperature does not go
below +4°C. Good functioning of the instrument is guaranteed for a temperature between +10 and
+35°C.
To ensure proper ventilation, a clear space of at least 5 cm is required on the top of the
instrument and around the ventilation outlet. The cooling air intake is located directly on the top
and the rear of the instrument; under no circumstances this part should be obstructed.

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4.4. CONNECTIONS
4.4.1. FLUIDIC CONNECTIONS
ZEROWATER Inlet:
Disconnect the tube assembly which connects the inlet and outlet of the water circulation circuit.
This assembly is made for transport.
Place the ZEROWATER tank close to the H2-generator
Connect the tube to the device. Lubricate the end of tube with distilled water and introduce it in
the fitting, (labeled ZEROWATER INLET), push it firmly and screw the nut.
REMARK
The ZEROWATER tank has been designed to be placed on the floor at a maximum distance of 1.2 m from
the generator. It can, nevertheless, be placed at the same level or above the instrument. The maximum
difference in height between the generator and the ZEROWATER tank is 1m.
Hydrogen Outlet: Hydrogen pressure is available at the OUTLET H2output on the back of the instrument.
This outlet is equipped with a stainless steel Swagelok 1/8” fitting.
Oxygen outlet: remove the 8mm tube from the transport tube assembly and connect it to the O2Outlet.
The O2outlet must be kept at atmospheric pressure and without restriction. Some droplets of water
condensation are sometime present at the tube’s end. This is normal; water could be collected by a small
plastic glass.
Air inlet: Air inlet must be dry air at 3 bar.