OAI TRI-SOL User manual

OPERATION MANUAL
TRI-SOL
SOLAR SIMULATOR
1-1.6KW
685 RIVER OAKS PARKWAY
SAN JOSE, CA 95134
www.oainet.com
[email protected]
408/232-0600
P/N 0131-7024-01 Rev. D
01/21/14

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TRI-SOL SOLAR SIMULATOR
Definitions of the following Symbols and Words should be understood
before working with this manual and/or the equipment with this
manual.
The definitions are:
“Caution”- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
“Warning”- Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
“Danger”- Indicates an eminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PURPOSE, SCOPE AND REVISION HISTORY...................................................3
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION .............................................................................5
1.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION…………………………………………...……….5
1.1.1. SOLAR SIMULATION LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEMS……………..….5
1.2 APPLICATION....……………………………..……….…………….…...……...6
1.3 GETTING HELP…..…………………………………………………….………7
SECTION 2: RECEIVING AND UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT….…...………..8
2.1 CHECK SHOCK WARNING LABEL.........................................................8
2.2 OPEN CRATE AND UNPACK EQUIPMENT……………………………….9
SECTION 3: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..............................................................10
3.1 HAZARDS TO PERSONNEL………..………………………………………10
3.1.1 UV HAZARD BURN.……………………………………………………11
3.1.2 HEAT BURN HAZARD....................................................................11
3.1.3 HAZARDS DUE TO LAMP EXPLOSION ........................................11
3.1.4 HAZARDS DUE TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK....................................12
SECTION 4: LAMP INSTALLATION AND CLEANING.....................................13
4.1 INSTALL OR CHANGE THE LAMP..………………………………………13
4.2 ADJUSTING THE LAMP POSITION………...……………………………. 17
4.3 CLEANING OPTICAL COMPONENTS...................................................17
4.4 INSTALLING THE AIR MASS FILTER...................................................18
SECTION 5: SYSTEM OPERATION..................................................................19
5.1 STARTING AND OPERATING THE SOLAR SIMULATOR ...................19
5.2 MEASURING UNIFORMITY ...................................................................23
5.3 ADJUSTING UNIFORMITY.....................................................................24
5.4 OPERATING THE SOLAR SIMULATOR REMOTELY...........................25
SECTION 6: SYSTEM INTERLOCKS................................................................27
6.1 SOLAR SIMULATOR INTERLOCKS.......................................................27
6.1.1 THE PERSONAL SAFETY INTERLOCK .........................................28
6.1.2 THE AIR-FLOW SYSTEM SAFETY INTERLOCK............................28
SECTION 7: HAZARDOUS MATERIALS USED WITH THE SYSTEM .............29
7.1 ISPROPYL ALCHOL................................................................................29
SECTION 8: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS............................30
8.1 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................30
8.2 SYSTEM DRAWINGS.............................................................................30

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PURPOSE SCOPE AND REVISION HISTORY
PURPOSE. To provide instructions on how to receive/ship, install, handle, use,
trouble-shoot and maintain the UV LIGHT SOURCE hereinafter referred to as the
EQUIPMENT.
SCOPE. The user of this document should have a complete understanding of
the EQUIPMENT.
OBJECTIVE. To ensure that this document provides as much information as
possible on the Equipment so that few, if any, questions will be raised relative to
its operation and functionality over the short and long-term.
REVISION HISTORY.
Purpose Rev
Level Release Date
New Release ECO 10670 A 10/06/10
Change Company Logo & Text Colors, Updated Lamp Instr. ECO
10826 B 07/07/11
Add Constant Intensity operation description, ECO 10867 C 08/11/11
Add section 4.4 Installing the Air Mass Filter per ECO 11359 D 01/21/14
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Copyright 2010 by OAI
All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in
a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any
form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical,
manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of OAI.
Disclaimer:
OAI makes no representations or a warranty with respect to the contents hereof
and specifically disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for
any particular purpose. Further, OAI reserves the right to revise this publication
and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof, without obligation
of OAI to notify any person of such revision or changes.
WARNING!
The high intensity energy produced by systems employing xenon arc lamps can
cause serious eye or skin damage. Personnel working with this equipment
must wear eye protection with suitable filtration to block ultraviolet and infrared
radiation, and avoid directly exposing skin for extended periods. OAI will not be
responsible for injuries arising from incorrect or unprotected work with these
Light sources. They should not be adjusted or serviced by personnel lacking
specific training on them. Before installing or operating this equipment, be sure
to read Section 3, on safety. Due to the high voltage to start xenon arc lamps, the
light source power supply starter circuit may create RF noise during the start up
cycle that might possibly have an effect on sensitive electronic equipment in the
immediate area. Noise may also be created on the power supply AC input line
during the start up cycle. To eliminate this potential problem, it is recommended
that the power supply and lamp be started before turning on any sensitive
electronics in the immediate area. If this is not possible, it is also recommended
that the power supply and cabling be placed at a distance from any sensitive
electronics that has not been adequately shielded.
Before installing or operating this equipment, be sure to read
Section 4, SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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SECTION 1:
INTRODUCTION
This manual is intended to provide instructions and recommendations for the
proper use and maintenance of the EQUIPMENT.
1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1.1 SOLAR SIMULATION LIGHT SOURCE SYSTEMS
Solar simulation light sources produce an intense, uniform, collimated beam of
broad band energy. The radiation from the xenon arc lamp is collected by an
ellipsoidal reflector and directed to an aluminum “turning” mirror. The beam
converges onto the optical integrator made up of arrays of 49 or more closely-
spaced lenses. The exit beam diverges through the open shutter to the second
mirror, where it is reflected through the output (collimating) lens onto the
exposure plane. The light is filtered to match the required solar spectrum just
after it exits the optical integrator.
Controls for adjusting the lamp’s position within the main reflector housing are
located inside one of the access doors of the light source system. Typically,
power for the blower, shutter, lamp power supply and accessories is supplied via
a multi-conductor cable which is located on the rear of the housing.

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1.2 APPLICATION
The EQUIPMENT is designed to emit collimated broad band light. OAI’s Tri-Sol
Solar Simulator Systems are high performance systems intended for solar
simulation, with applications including solar cell testing and weathering.
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1.3 GETTING HELP
Assistance in answering questions relating to the operation of the EQUIPMENT
can be obtained by calling OAI’s customer support at 1 [phone] between
the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Pacific Standard Time. Outside normal
business hours, or at any other time, written questions may be Faxed to 1 (408)
433-9904 to the attention of the Optical Products Group Customer Support, or
emailed to [email protected].
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SECTION 2:
RECEIVING AND UNPACKING THE
EQUIPMENT
Normal receiving inspection procedures should be followed prior to unpacking
the EQUIPMENT including the inspection of the Shock Warning label on the front
of the crate.
Then, use a copy of these guidelines when ready to unpack and prepare the
Equipment for installation. Be sure to follow all safety precautions used during
the handling of packaging and related materials.
2.1 CHECK SHOCK WARNING LABEL
The color of the liquid capsule on the Shock Warning label affixed to the side of
the SOLAR SIMULATOR crate (shown in Figure 3-1) should be clear; if it’s red,
the shipment should be inspected for physical damage. If damage is found,
reject the shipment.
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Figure 3-1. Warning label, straps and clips
on front of crated Solar Simulator.
Check per
para. 3.1
Remove
clips.
Cut straps using
metal shears.

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2.2 OPEN CRATE AND UNPACK EQUIPMENT
CAUTION! WEAR SAFETY GLASSES AND GLOVES AS
PROTECTION FROM CUTS OR DAMAGE TO EYES WHEN
CUTTING STRAPS AND REMOVING CLIPS!
1) If the shipment is accepted, cut and remove any straps securing
the crate to the pallet (shown in Figure 3-1).
2) Remove any bolts along the bottom of the front of the crate.
3) If clips are used on the crate, use one hand loosely cupped over
each clip to prevent damage to the eyes, pop off the clips around
the edges of the front of the crate (shown in Figure 3-1). Use either
the claw side of a hammer or a screwdriver to loosen same.
Note: Some of the crated items are very heavy. Use proper
lifting techniques when handling this unit