Markes International Kori-xr User manual

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QUI-1138
Version 1.1 –March 2017
Installation manual
Kori-xr

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Contents
1. Preface.........................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Notices ..................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Warranty................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Regulatory compliance ........................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Important safety warnings ...................................................................................................... 5
1.4.1 Labels/symbols.......................................................................................................... 5
1.4.2 Mains voltages ........................................................................................................... 5
1.4.3 High temperatures..................................................................................................... 6
1.4.4 Cleaning and decontamination................................................................................. 6
1.5 Environment operating conditions ......................................................................................... 7
1.5.1 Temperature............................................................................................................... 7
1.5.2 Humidity ..................................................................................................................... 7
1.5.3 Altitude ....................................................................................................................... 7
1.6 Technical Specifications ......................................................................................................... 7
1.6.1 Physical properties .................................................................................................... 7
1.6.2 Electrical properties................................................................................................... 7
1.7 Technical support contact details .......................................................................................... 7
2. Kori-xr Pre-installation Check List..............................................................................................8
2.1 Recommended computer specification for Kori-xr control................................................... 8
2.2 Services.................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2.1 Power.......................................................................................................................... 8
2.2.2 Pressure controlled supply of dry air or nitrogen (purge gas) ................................ 8
2.2.3 Pressure controlled carrier gas supply..................................................................... 8
3. Instrument Familiarisation .........................................................................................................9
4. Installing Kori-xr ..........................................................................................................................10
4.1 Unpacking Kori-xr .................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 Positioning Kori-xr ................................................................................................................... 10
4.2.1 UNITY-xr (UNITY2)/CIA-Advantage/Kori-xr ............................................................... 10
4.2.2 UNITY-xr -ULTRA-XR/CIA-Advantage/Kori-xr ............................................................ 11
4.2.3 UNITY Air Server-xr/Kori-xr ........................................................................................ 11
4.2.4 UNITY 2 Air Server/Kori-xr......................................................................................... 12
4.3 Connections to Kori-xr............................................................................................................. 13
4.3.1 Purge gas connection................................................................................................ 13
4.3.2 Carrier gas connection .............................................................................................. 13
4.3.3 Cable connections ..................................................................................................... 14
4.4 Installing the heated transfer lines ........................................................................................ 14
4.4.1 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY-xr or
UNITY 2 –CIA-Advantage, no ULTRA-xr configuration (SERASX-5004) ................ 14
4.4.2 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY-xr –CIA-
Advantage and ULTRA-xr configuration (SERASX-5031) ....................................... 17

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4.4.3 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY Air
Server-xr (SERASX-5031) ......................................................................................... 20
4.4.4 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY 2 Air
Server (SERASX-5004) ............................................................................................. 24
4.5 Installing the split tube in Kori-xr............................................................................................ 26
4.6 Installing the cold trap in Kori-xr ............................................................................................ 26
4.7 Installing the Kori-xr sample line (SERWAD-7001)................................................................ 27
4.7.1 Installing the Sample Line between Kori-xr and CIA-Advantage ............................ 27
4.7.2 Installing the Sample Line between Kori-xr and the UNITY Air Server-xr
(UNITY 2 Air Server) ................................................................................................... 28
5. Configuring Kori-xr in Markes Instrument Control (MIC) software...........................................31
5.1 Configuring the software......................................................................................................... 31
5.2 Detecting the Kori-xr ............................................................................................................... 33
6. Installation qualification.............................................................................................................34
6.1 Leak Testing and Purge Flow Determination......................................................................... 34
6.1.1 Sampling configuration ............................................................................................. 34
6.1.2 Purge configuration ................................................................................................... 35
6.2 Conditioning the Kori-xr trap................................................................................................... 37
6.3 System checkout..................................................................................................................... 37

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1. Preface
This manual provides detailed instructions on the use of the Kori-xr. It details the software/hardware
interface and procedure for the installation of this instrument.
1.1 Notices
No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means (including electronic storage and
retrieval or translation into a foreign language) without prior agreement and written consent from Markes
International.
Please note that the material contained in this document is subject to being changed, without notice, in
future editions. Markes International shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential
damages in connection with the supply, use or performance of this document or of any information
contained herein, unless a separate agreement between Markes International and the user should take
precedence.
1.2 Warranty
Kori-xr is designed for laboratory use only. It is not intended for use in domestic establishments or
establishments directly connected to a low-voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used for
domestic purposes. Where equipment is used in a field placement environment, care must be taken to
ensure that the instrument is not exposed to detrimental conditions, i.e. rain, wind, or sun. Exposure may
diminish the performance, cause damage to the instrument and/or cause the equipment to become
unsafe to the user.
If the equipment is not used in a way specified by Markes International, the safety protection provided by
the equipment may be reduced. Furthermore, system failures arising from such use may not be covered in
standard warranty and/or service contract agreements.
1.3 Regulatory compliance
The instrument is designed and manufactured under a quality system registered to ISO 9001.
The instrument complies with the essential requirements of the following applicable European Directives,
and carries the CE mark accordingly:
oLow voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
oEMC Directive 2014/30/EU
The instrument conforms to the following product safety standards:
oIEC 61010-1/EN 61010-1
oCanada: CSA C22.2 No.61010-1
oUSA: ANSI/UL 61010-1.
The instrument conforms to the following regulation on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC):
oIEC 61326-1/EN 61326-1.

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1.4 Important safety warnings
There are several important safety notices to keep in mind when installing and using this instrument.
1.4.1 Labels/symbols
Throughout this manual symbols will appear where carrying out an operation may involve hazards.
Symbols and warnings also appear on the instrument, and these should be adhered to at all times.
Markes International can accept no liability for failure to do so.
BURN HAZARD
A hot surface may result in a burn injury.
INSTRUMENT/PART DAMAGE
Damage to the instrument or module may occur. This damage may not be covered under
the standard warranties.
LIFTING HAZARD
Injury may occur if proper lifting procedures are not followed.
WARNING
General warning symbol to alert the user that personal injury or instrument damage may
occur if the instrument is improperly used or if instructions are not followed correctly.
DISPOSAL
This label indicates the instrument must not be disposed in regular waste but in
accordance with the WEEE scheme.
1.4.2 Mains voltages
Ensure at all times that the plug (electrical isolator) can be easily and quickly
accessed during equipment use.
The instrument must be suitably earthed via the power cord.
NOTE: Voltages within the instrument will be a maximum of 24 V. Although there is
decreased risk of serious injury, these internal voltages should still be treated
as dangerous. Contact with any live parts may cause personal injury and/or
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1.4.3 High temperatures
Several parts of the Kori-xr can be operated at high temperatures. Contact with these
zones whilst the system is in operation can cause serious burn injury. These zones
are:
oHeated valve.
See Section 3 for the location of these zones. Both these zones are labelled with
‘Burn hazard’ labels similar to that shown above.
ALWAYS operate the instrument with the covers in place to avoid accidental contact with
these zones.
Due to the high temperatures involved in the flow path, other zones of the instrument
will be at higher temperatures during operation. These may not on visual inspection
be obvious to the user. These zones are:
oThe insulation of the Kori Transfer lines
oTop and side covers (especially directly above the heated valve).
See Section 3 for the location of these zones.
1.4.4 Cleaning and decontamination
Please consult Markes International or your local agent for information on decontamination or the use of
cleaning agents
NOTE: Incorrect cleaning/decontamination could result in damage to the instrument.

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1.5 Environment operating conditions
The instrument should be protected from conditions that could cause exposure to frost, dew, percolating
water, rain, excessive direct sunlight, etc.
Performance can be affected by sources of heat and cold from heating, air conditioning systems, or drafts.
It is advisable to operate the system in a clean laboratory environment, with minimal atmospheric
concentrations of organic vapours.
1.5.1 Temperature
Recommended operating ambient temperature range is 15 to 30°C.
1.5.2 Humidity
Recommended operating humidity range is 5 to 95% non-condensing.
1.5.3 Altitude
This product should not be operated above 2000m (~6500ft).
NOTE: For storage or shipping the allowable temperature range is -40 to 70°C and the allowable humidity
range is 5-95% non-condensing. After instrument exposure to extremes of temperature or
humidity, allow 2 hours for return to the recommended ranges before switching on.
1.6 Technical Specifications
1.6.1 Physical properties
Height:
46 cm (18.1”)
Width:
16 cm (6.3”)
Depth:
54 cm (21.3”)
Weight:
16 kg (35 lbs)
1.6.2 Electrical properties
Maximum Power:
650 W
Line voltage:
100-240 V (automatically selected)
Frequency:
50/60 Hz
Input inrush current (A):
<40 A (cold start)
1.7 Technical support contact details
In the first instance please contact your distributor. If they are unable to resolve your query, please contact
Markes International (details below).
Website: www.markes.com
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone] (UK office)
[phone] (German Office)
[phone] (US office (toll-free))

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2. Kori-xr Pre-installation Check List
2.1 Recommended computer specification for Kori-xr control
The minimum PC specifications are:
CPU
2 GHz Pentium (or equivalent)
RAM
1 GB
Free Disk Space
40 MB (for installation)
Operating system
Windows 7 (32 & 64 bit)
Minimum resolution
1024 x 768
Other requirements
Windows compatible keyboard and mouse, one free USB port.
2.2 Services
2.2.1 Power
Kori-xr is automatically compatible with all conventional mains power supplies ranging from 100 to 240 V
and 50 or 60 Hz. It is not necessary to manually select or switch voltages. The maximum power
consumption of Kori-xr is 650 W.
2.2.2 Pressure controlled supply of dry air or nitrogen (purge gas)
Kori-xr requires a pressure-regulated supply of dry air or nitrogen (dewpoint lower than -50°C) at between
50 and 60 psi both to actuate the main valve and to purge the cold trap box.
It is recommended that a secondary pressure regulator be used to control the supply of dry gas to Kori-xr
in addition to that controlling the general laboratory line pressure. Any conventional pressure regulator
should suffice for this and suitable pneumatic control may already be available on your GC. Alternatively,
Markes International can supply a pneumatic control accessory (U-GAS01) for both air and carrier gas. It
is recommended that the purge gas is shared with the UNITY-xr or UNITY 2 via a plug-in Y-fitting connected
to the UNITY-xr or UNITY 2.
It is recommended that the pressure in the laboratory purge gas line be at least 10 psi higher than that
supplied to Kori-xr.
2.2.3 Pressure controlled carrier gas supply
Kori-xr requires a regulated supply of carrier gas at a pressure to suit the analytical column / system
selected. 5.0 grade (i.e. 99.999%) or higher purity helium / nitrogen is recommended.
Previously approved and correctly rated external gas regulator should be used with this unit. Maximum
inlet pressure must not exceed 60 psi.
The pressure in the laboratory carrier gas line should be at least 10 psi higher than that supplied to Kori-
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3. Instrument Familiarisation
The Kori-xr selectively removes water from the sample gas stream with virtually no loss of polar or non-
polar species. It is ideal for GC-MS analysis of complex air samples.
The Kori-xr works in two steps:
Sampling phase: the sample gas stream passes from the Air-Server-xr or CIA-Advantage through the
Kori-xr prior to collection on the focussing (cold) trap. The Kori-xr trap is held at a sub-zero
temperature causing vapour-phase water in the air sample to be deposited as ice in the Kori-xr trap.
This process doesn’t impact on the collection of VOCs onto the focussing (cold) trap.
Purging phase: when sampling is completed, the Kori-xr trap is heated with a flow of carrier gas
through it in order to purge any ice that has deposited during the sampling phase. This purge starts
after sampling and finishes once the focussing (cold) trap has desorbed and cooled down.
The major component parts are displayed below (covers removed for clarity)

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4. Installing Kori-xr
4.1 Unpacking Kori-xr
Remove the instrument from its packaging. It is strongly recommended that the instrument packaging is
retained for future use if ever the system is to be shipped using conventional carriers. Shipping the
instrument in non-standard packaging may irreversibly damage the equipment and invalidate the
warranty. It is recommended that 2 people unpack the instrument to minimise the lifting hazard.
Check the packing list included with the instrument to confirm the condition and completeness of ship kit
and report any problems i.e. missing or damaged parts.
4.2 Positioning Kori-xr
The position of the Kori-xr relative to other instrumentation is dependent on the system configuration
4.2.1 UNITY-xr (UNITY2)/CIA-Advantage/Kori-xr
In this configuration the Kori-xr is positioned BETWEEN the CIA Advantage and the UNITY-xr or UNITY 2.
The above configuration also applies if an ULTRA-xr is present alongside a UNITY 2. The ULTRA-xr must be
removed from the UNITY 2 tube oven prior to installation of the Kori-xr and vice versa. Separate software
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4.2.2 UNITY-xr -ULTRA-XR/CIA-Advantage/Kori-xr
In this configuration the Kori-xr is positioned BETWEEN the CIA Advantage and the UNITY-xr.
4.2.3 UNITY Air Server-xr/Kori-xr
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4.2.4 UNITY 2 Air Server/Kori-xr
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4.3 Connections to Kori-xr
4.3.1 Purge gas connection
Connect the purge gas line on the rear of Kori-xr to the plug-in Y-fitting on the inlet on the rear of the
UNITY-xr (UNITY 2) via 4mm o.d. nylon tubing (Z-0055). The other port on the Y-fitting should be connected
to the back of the U-GAS01 regulator. Purge gas should be set to approximately 50 psi.
4.3.2 Carrier gas connection
Please refer to the relevant installation manuals for the UNITY-xr (QUI-1117) and UNITY 2 (QUI-1056) for
the correct gas connections with and without electronic carrier control (ECC).
Once determined, the carrier gas supply to the Kori-xr should be connected in-line to the carrier gas supply
to the UNITY-xr (UNITY 2) using the brass 1/8” T-piece and copper tubing supplied in the Kori-xr shipping
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ECC Configuration
Non-ECC Configuration
4.3.3 Cable connections
Connect the power cable (SERZ-0024).
Connect the Kori-xr to the PC with the serial cable (SERZ-0189). If there are no available serial ports on
the PC, use the USB-Serial cable adapter (U-USBSR) provided.
4.4 Installing the heated transfer lines
Kori-xr is supplied with two heated transfer lines. The choice of transfer line used will depend on the
configuration of the thermal desorption system. If the configuration of the system demands that the
sample outlet from Kori-xr enters the desorb side of UNITY-xr (UNITY 2) then transfer line (SERASX-5004)
is used. If the configuration of the system demands that the sample outlet from Kori-xr enters the split
side of UNITY-xr (UNITY 2) then transfer line (SERASX-5031) is used.
4.4.1 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY-xr or UNITY 2–CIA-Advantage, no
ULTRA-xr configuration (SERASX-5004)
Ensure that Kori-xr is switched off and cool.
Remove the front top cover by pulling it up
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Remove the heated valve shield by removing the
two screws shown and then pulling it forwards and
upwards.
Remove the rear cover by sliding it backwards.
SERASX-5004
Connect the shorter length of 1/16” tubing of
SERASX-5004 to the sample outlet on top of Kori-
xr
Connect the four way Molex connector of SERASX-
5004 to the terminal labelled ‘CIA I/F’ on top of
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Connect the longer piece of 1/16” tubing of
SERASX-5004 to the length of 1/16” Stainless
Steel tubing supplied in the Kori-xr shipping kit
(Z-0175) using a 1/16” union
Remove top rear cover of CIA Advantage.
Connect the other end of the 1/16” Stainless Steel
tubing to the outlet tubing of the CIA-Advantage
valve oven using a second1/16” union. Route the
tubing through the slot in the CIA-Advantage cover
and replace.
Modify the UNITY-xr or UNITY 2 tube oven cover by
unscrewing the black knob, removing the 2” metal
extension piece then reattaching the black knob.

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Carefully position the interface tube of
SERASX-5004 horizontally into the tube oven /
cradle on UNITY-xr or UNITY 2 with the narrow part
of the interface tube nearest the rear of the
instrument
Gently but firmly lower the tube oven cover on
UNITY-xr taking care not to damage the insulation
on the interface line.
The oven cover must be lowered completely to
ensure a good seal.
4.4.2 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY-xr –CIA-Advantage and ULTRA-xr
configuration (SERASX-5031)
Remove the Kori-xr covers as described in Section
4.4.1
SERASX-5031
Connect the shorter length of 1/16” tubing of
SERASX-5031 to the sample outlet on top of
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Connect the four way Molex connector of SERASX-
5031 to the terminal labelled ‘CIA I/F’on top of
Kori-xr
Connect the longer piece of 1/16” tubing of
SERASX-5031 to the length of 1/16” Stainless
Steel tubing supplied in the Kori-xr shipping kit
(Z-0175) using a 1/16” union
Connect the other end of the 1/16” Stainless Steel
tubing to the outlet tubing of the CIA-Advantage
valve oven using a second1/16” union as
described in section 4.4.1
To enable the Kori-xr heated transfer line to be
installed in UNITY-xr, it is first necessary to remove
the split tube cradle by removing the two screws
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The split tube slider assembly must now be
pushed back to allow the split tube and transfer
line increased room of installation. Loosen the two
screws indicated, and pull the split tube slider
assembly back a sufficient distance on the slots to
allow installation.
Insert the split tube and Kori-xr transfer line
(SERASX-5031) into the split side of the UNITY-xr
heated valve as shown and fully lower the split
tube cover to ensure a leak tight seal.
Tighten the split tube slider screws into their new
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The length of 1/16” stainless steel tubing at this
end of the transfer line should be connected to the
bulkhead union on UNITY-xr as shown
4.4.3 Installing the heated Transfer Line between Kori-xr and UNITY Air Server-xr (SERASX-5031)
Remove the Kori-xr covers as described in Section
4.4.1
Connect the shorter length of 1/16” tubing of
SERASX-5031 to the sample outlet on top of
Kori-xr