Nippon Hi-Lutor User manual

Option for High Concentration Mercury Measurement
Hi-Lutor
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
NIC-TD-0000115-02
NIPPON INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION

Instruction Manual: Hi-Lutor NIC-TD-0000115-02
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CONTENTS
1. OUTLINE..........................................................................................................................1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................... 1
1.1.1 MEANINGS AND EXPLANATIONS OF SYMBOLS ........................................ 1
1.1.2 CAUTIONS CONCERNING INSTALLATION................................................... 1
1.1.3 CAUTIONS CONCERNING HANDLING ..........................................................1
1.1.4 CAUTIONS CONCERNING DISPOSAL ............................................................ 2
2. OUTLINE OF INSTRUMENT........................................................................................2
SIMPLIFIED EXPLANATION ..................................................................................2
HI-LUTOR UNIT CONTENTS.................................................................................. 2
EXTERNALAPPEARANCE.....................................................................................3
3. MEASUREMENT............................................................................................................. 4
ATTACHING PROCEDURE......................................................................................4
UNLOCK SOFTWARE..............................................................................................5
SETTING PROCEDURE ...........................................................................................6
MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE..............................................................................8
4. MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................9
DAILY INSPECTION................................................................................................. 9
PERIOD OF REPLACEMENT .................................................................................. 9
MAINTENANCE WORK ........................................................................................ 10
4.3.1 REPLACEMENT OF HI-LUTOR....................................................................... 10
4.3.2 CHECKING OF FACTOR................................................................................... 10
5. DETAILED SYSTEM SPECIFICATION.................................................................... 11
SPECIFICATION OF HI-LUTOR............................................................................ 11
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT................................................................................ 11
6. CAUTIONS CONCERNING DISPOSAL OF INSTRUMENT.................................. 11
7. CONTACTADDRESS ...................................................................................................12

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1. OUTLINE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The Hi-Lutor is an option unit of the EMP-3.
Before using this unit, read the instruction manual of the EMP-3 carefully.
To use this product safely, observe the following precautions.
Nippon Instruments Corporation will not take any responsibility for accidents caused
by a user’s carelessness.
In the case of mishandling, a user may be killed or suffer a serious
injury immediately.
In the case of mishandling, a user may be killed or suffer a serious
injury.
In the case of mishandling, a user may suffer an injury or material
damage is expected.
Attach the unit to the EMP-3 main unit securely. If the unit is
not screwed, it may fall and be damaged while it is used.
If the high concentration of mercury is expected, only enter the
probe inside the contaminated area and the measurer should
measure from the non-contaminated area. It is to prevent the
contamination by mercury.
Do not measure the gas with the hydrocarbon concentration of
0.5% or higher.
If any time-change component is not replaced, original
performance may not be demonstrated.
When the pressure loss is large, the Factor changes. When the
probe filter is dirty, replace it soon.
Do not disassemble or modify the product without permission.
When it is necessary to replace a component, replace the whole
unit. It is impossible to replace a component alone.
Danger
Warning
Caution
Caution
Caution

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The inside of the instrument has adsorbed mercury in the
environmental atmosphere. If the instrument is discarded
inadequately, environmental pollution or personal damage may
result.
Dispose of it according to the regulations or rules of the local
government.
2. OUTLINE OF INSTRUMENT
SIMPLIFIED EXPLANATION
The Hi-Lutor is an option unit for measuring high concentration mercury.
By connecting a Hi-Lutor, the measuring range is expanded to 0.01 to 20.0 mg/m3.
HI-LUTOR UNIT CONTENTS
Hi-Lutor 1unit
Connection Tube 2set (1 for maintenance)
Caution

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EXTERNAL APPEARANCE
No.
Name
Description
1
Inlet
Connected to the probe
2
Outlet
Connected to the inlet of the EMP-3
3
Connection Tube
Tube to connect the Hi-Lutor and the inlet of the EMP-3
4
Fixing Metal
Component to connect the Hi-Lutor and EMP-3
5
Probe
Probe of the EMP-3
1
2
3
5
4

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3. MEASUREMENT
ATTACHING PROCEDURE
Attach the unit to the EMP-3 main unit securely. If the unit is
not screwed, it may fall and be damaged while it is used.
(1) Remove the screws of the fixing metal of the belt on the right side of the EMP-3 main
unit.
(2) Fix the fixing metal of the Hi-
Lutor together using the
removed screws.
(3) Connect the probe to the inlet
of the Hi-Lutor, and connect
the outlet of the Hi-Lutor and
the inlet of the EMP-3 main
unit using the connection tube.
*Please confirm that the connection tube isn’t come out.
Caution
Remove
Fix together

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UNLOCK SOFTWARE
When using for the first time, it is necessary to unlock the software.
When purchasing at the same time as EMP-3, it will be shipped after unlocking.
Once unlocking is completed, input after the second time is unnecessary.
(1) Start up the EMP-3.
(2) Select “MENU” - “Configuration”.
(3) Select “Hi-Lutor”.
(4) The password screen shown below appears. Press the number button, enter the key code
written on the inspection report using the displayed numeric keypad, and press “Enter”.
* If you enter a wrong key code, you can’t unlock it. Please check the password and
re-enter it.

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SETTING PROCEDURE
(1) Start up the EMP-3.
(2) Select “MENU” - “Configuration”.
(3) Select “Hi-Lutor”.
(4) Select “Exit”. The screen shown below appears. Select the “Hi-Lutor Set”icon.

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(5) The Factor screen shown below appears. Press the number button, enter the Factor
written on the Hi-Lutor using the displayed numeric keypad, and press “Enter”.
(6) If other items have been set, push “Exit”to return to the “START”screen.

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MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
If the high concentration of mercury is expected, only enter the
probe inside the contaminated area and the measurer should
measure from the non-contaminated area. It is to prevent the
contamination by mercury.
Do not measure the gas with the hydrocarbon concentration of
0.5% or higher.
Insert the probe from outside of the mercury
contaminated area as shown on the right to
measure mercury.
*Please use the long probe (optional) if necessary.
The measurement procedure is the same as that for the EMP-3.
When the “START”or “STOP”button on the main screen is pressed, a measurement starts
or stops, respectively.
*When the alarm is set to OFF (enter 0) and the measurement result exceed 20mg/m3, the
measurement result is displayed in gray.
* For details, see the instruction manual of the EMP-3.
Caution
Contaminated
area
Non-
contaminated area

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4. MAINTENANCE
If any time-change component is not replaced, original
performance may not be demonstrated.
When the pressure loss is large, the Factor changes. When the
probe filter is dirty, replace it soon.
Do not disassemble or modify the product without permission.
When it is necessary to replace a component, replace the whole
unit. It is impossible to replace a component alone.
For the contents of the inspection of the EMP-3 main unit, see the instruction manual of the
EMP-3.
DAILY INSPECTION
Classification
Relevant Item
Inspection Standard
Measures Against Abnormality Etc.
Inspection
Before Start
of Work
External
appearance
The unit shall be connected to
the probe and the inlet of the
EMP-3.
Check the piping.
There shall be no damage.
Consult with our agent or service
department.
Checking at
Time of
Measurement
GLP
There shall be a margin for
the threshold.
(Confirm with MENU - Hi-
Lutor Set.)
Mercury adsorption amount:
60mg
If the threshold is exceeded, a
warning will be issued.
Replace the Hi-Lutor with a new one.
Displayed value
The displayed value shall not
be different too much from
the expected concentration.
Check the Factor. (Refer to
“4.3.1REPLACEMENT OF HI-
LUTOR)
PERIOD OF REPLACEMENT
The lifetime of the Hi-Lutor is limited.
Name
Recommended Replacement Period and Criterion
Hi-Lutor
Mercury adsorption amount: 60mg
*Regardless of mercury adsorption amount, replacement every two years is recommended.
Estimated timing of replacement
Suppose you measure 1hour every day and 20days a month.
When mercury concentration in measurement gas is 1mg/m3, Hi-Lutor lifetime is about
55 months.
When mercury concentration in measurement gas is 5mg/m3, Hi-Lutor lifetime is about
10.5 months
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MAINTENANCE WORK
When the threshold of the Hi-Lutor mercury adsorption amount (60 mg) has been exceeded,
replace it.
If a warning is issued during a measurement, suspend the measurement immediately and
replace the Hi-Lutor.
(1) Remove the Hi-Lutor and, Insert a new Hi-Lutor. (Refer to 3.1 ATTACHING
PROCEDURE)
(2) Turn EMP-3 on, press “MENU” and then “Hi-Lutor Set.”.
(3) Press “RESET”. “Total Hg”of the GLP counter is cleared.
(4) Enter the Factor written on new Hi-Lutor. (Refer to 3.3 SETTING PROCEDURE
(5) Discard the Hi-Lutor, according to the regulations, laws, etc. of each area. (Refer to 6
CAUTIONS CONCERNING DISPOSAL OF INSTRUMENT
The Factor is written when the unit is shipped from the factory. However, if the Factor may
have changed, check and determine the value according to the following procedure:
(1) Prepare standard gas in a Tedlar bag. (Example: 100 μg/m3or so)
For the procedure to prepare standard gas, see the instruction manual of the EMP-3. The
calibration kit CK-1 (option) is needed.
(2) Measure standard gas using the EMP-3 main unit alone without connecting the Hi-Lutor.
(3) Measure the same gas in the Hi-Lutor mode.
(4) Compare the measurement result obtained using the main unit alone and that in the Hi-
Lutor mode, and calculate the Factor at the time when the Hi-Lutor is used.
New Factor = Measurement Result Using Main Unit Alone
Measurement Result in Hi − Lutor Mode
(5) Register the new Factor. (Refer to “3.2 SETTING PROCEDURE”.)

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5. DETAILED SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
SPECIFICATION OF HI-LUTOR
Measurement
Target
Working environment
Measurement
Range
0.01 - 20.0 mg/m3
Precision
+/-10%
Measurement Gas
Temperature
0C - 45C
Measurement Gas
Humidity
10%-90% r.h. There shall be no condensation.
Measurement Mode
MOBILE (portable)
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Dimensions
230W 115D 140H (mm)
(* Including EMP-3, Excluding protrusions)
Weight
Only Hi-Lutor : 0.1 kg (Including connection tube)
Including EMP-3 : 1.7kg (*Including battery)
6. CAUTIONS CONCERNING DISPOSAL OF
INSTRUMENT
If the instrument is discarded inadequately, environmental
pollution or personal damage may result.
Dispose of it according to the regulations or rules of the local
government.
When discarding this instrument, do so appropriately according to the regulations, laws,
etc. of each area.
Some parts of this instrument have hazardous substances.
Recycle metal components etc. if possible.
Hazardous Substance
Mercury
(Hg)
Mercury has stuck to the inside of the Hi-Lutor. The maximum
concentration of mercury that has stuck is approximately 600 mg/kg.
Discard it appropriately according to the regulations, laws, etc. of each area.
Caution

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7. CONTACT ADDRESS
NIPPON INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION
URL https://www.hg-nic.com
Service Department
14-8, Akaoji-cho, Takatsuki-shi, Osaka 569-1146, Japan
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]