PerkinElmer Photovac MicroFID User manual

Warning: Limitation of Liability
The ultimate responsibility of the consequences of use of toxic
compounds rests with the user. PerkinElmer’s role is as a supplier
of instrumentation to assist in the early detection of hazardous
conditions involving such compounds.
MicroFID represents a major advance in this field and, as with all
complex instruments, it is vitally important to ensure that
MicroFID is maintained in accordance with PerkinElmer’s
instructions and that proper calibration is regularly performed.
As with any complex device, MicroFID is subject to failure and,
while PerkinElmer has taken, and continues to take, all possible
precautions to (a) reduce the possibility of failure, and (b) warn the
user in the event of failure, circumstances may occasionally occur
in which there is a failure despite such precautions on
PerkinElmer’s part. PerkinElmer regrets that it cannot accept
liability for damages of any kind caused as a result of either failure
of the user to follow instructions or of MicroFID to perform.
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Photovac MicroFID
Portable Flame Ionization Detector
Part 396003 Rev. G
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Release History
Part Number Release Publication Date
396003 G February 2000
396003 F August 1997
User Assistance
PerkinElmer
761 Main Avenue
Norwalk. CT
06859-0010 U.S.A.
Printed in Singapore
Notices
The information contained in this document is subject to change without
notice. PerkinElmer makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the
material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
PerkinElmer shall not be liable for errors contained herein for incidental
consequential damages in connection with furnishing, performance or use
of this material.
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Copyright ©2000 by PerkinElmer
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specifically marked as such, are protected by law.
MicroFID™is a trademark of PerkinElmer, Inc.

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Contents
Notices and Warnings.........................................................vii
Introduction.........................................................................15
Tutorial Session..................................................................38
Detailed Operation..............................................................63
Accessories.........................................................................85
Routine Maintenance........................................................107
Troubleshooting................................................................113
Technical Description.......................................................134
Appendices........................................................................142
Index...................................................................................156
Figures
Figure 1 MicroFID Layout..................................................29
Figure 2 MicroFID Refill Adapter......................................34
Figure 3 Refill Adapter 3-Way Valve.................................34
Figure 4 Default Display....................................................41
Figure 5 Keep MicroFID Level...........................................53
Figure 6 Printed Output for Interval Mode.......................56
Figure 7 Printed Output for Method 21 Mode .................58
Figure 8 Graphed Output for Interval Mode.....................61
Figure 9 Graphed Output for Method 21 Mode................62
Figure 10 Gas Bag Adapter...............................................67
Figure 11 Using the Gas Bag............................................68
Figure 12 Connecting MicroFID to a Serial Printer.........88
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Figure 13 Connection Description Dialog Box................91
Figure 14 Connect To Dialog Box.....................................92
Figure 15 Properties Dialog Box.......................................93
Figure 16 Properties Dialog Box.......................................94
Figure 17 Connecting Charcoal Filter..............................96
Figure 18 Connecting the Coalescing Filter....................97
Figure 19 Serial to Parallel Converter..............................99
Figure 20 Connecting MicroFID to the Serial to Parallel
Converter...........................................................................102
Figure 21 Bar Code Reader and Interface Module........103
Figure 22 Hydrogen Purge Outlet...................................111
Figure 23 Inlet Filter.........................................................112
Figure 24 Parallel Port Signals.......................................130
Figure 25 Connecting MicroFID Using the Null Modem
Cable...................................................................................132
Figure 26 Connecting MicroFID Using the Gender
Changer Cable...................................................................132
Figure 27 Flame Ionization Detector..............................136
Figure 28 Block Diagram.................................................137
Figure 29 Bar Code Reader Control Drawing 890047....154
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Tables
Table 1 Instrument Status.................................................41
Table 2 TUTOR Displays....................................................44
Table 3 Check List for Field Operation............................82
Table 4 Additional Field Items..........................................83
Table 5 DIP Switch Settings for Baud Rate...................100
Table 6 DIP Switch Settings for Parity ..........................100
Table 7 DIP Switch Settings ...........................................101
Table 8 MicroFID I/O Port Pinouts .................................125
Table 9 Parallel Port Signals...........................................129
Table 10 Serial Port Signals ...........................................130
Table 11 Pin Definitions...................................................133
Table 12 Contact Information..........................................147
Table 13 MicroFID Response Factors............................152
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FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Subpart B, Class B of Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
MicroFID I/S & I/SC Notice
CONFORMS TO
UL STANDARD 913
Intrinsically safe/Sécuritéintrinsèque for use in Class I, Division 1,
Groups A, B, C, D, Hazardous Locations, Temperature Code T4, Exia
CERTIFIED TO
CSA STANDARD
CSA 22.2 No. 157
MICROFID I/S IS CLASSIFIED FOR USE IN CLASS I,
DIVISION 1, GROUPS A, B, C, D HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS.
It has been listed by ETL®to comply with Underwriters
Laboratories®Inc. UL®913 Standard for Intrinsically Safe
Apparatus and Associated Apparatus for use in Class I, Division 1,
Groups A, B, C, D Hazardous (Classified) Locations, Fourth
Edition.
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MICROFID I/SC IS CLASSIFIED FOR USE IN CLASS I,
DIVISION 1, GROUPS A, B, C, D HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS.
T4 (135ºC) RATING.
It has been listed by ETL to comply with CSA Standard 22.2 No.
157-92 Intrinsically Safe and Non-Incendive Equipment for Use in
Hazardous Locations.
MICROFID I/S AND I/SC ARE NOT INTENDED TO DETECT
COMBUSTIBLE LEVELS OF GASES. MICROFID I/S AND I/SC
ARE CLASSIFIED FOR USE IN ATMOSPHERES
CONTAINING COMBUSTIBLE LEVELS OF GASES.
These accessories are for use with MicroFID I/S and IS/C in a
hazardous location:
MX395002 Shoulder Strap
MX396001 Short Sample Probe
MX396007 Carrying Case
MX396011 Calibration Kit
MX396018 Long Sample Probe
MX396021 Charcoal Filters (2 pieces)
MX396022 Charcoal Filters (10 pieces)
MX396053 Headset
MX396054 Bar Code Reader and Interface Module
(I/S)
Do not use any other accessories with MicroFID I/S or I/SC in a
hazardous location.
Substitution of components may affect safety rating.
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CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these
instructions:
1. All calibration, maintenance and servicing of this device,
including battery charging, must be performed in a safe
area away from hazardous locations.
2. For replacement battery pack use only Part No. MX396005
(I/S), MX396006 (I/SC).
3. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
4. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes
or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
5. Exercise care in handling battery packs in order not to
short the terminals with conducting materials such as
rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
6. Do not defeat proper polarity orientation between the
battery pack and battery charger.
7. Charge the battery pack using the charger provided with or
identified for use with this product only in accordance with
the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
For battery charger use only Part No. MX396014 (110
Volts AC), MX396013 (220 Volts AC).
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NOTICE
MICROFID I/SC EST CLASSIFIÉPOUR USAGE DANS LES
EMPLACEMENTS DANGEREUX DE CLASSE I, DIVISION 1,
GROUPES A, B, C, D. ÉVALUATION T4 (135ºC).
. Quatrième édition.
MicroFID ISC est conforme àla norme des Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. UL 1203
MicroFID I/SC est conforme àla norme de CSA Standard 22.2 No.
157-92 - Intrinsically Safe and Non-Incendive Equipment for Use in
Hazardous Locations.
MICROFID I/SC C’EST NE PAS INTENDER POUR DÉTECTER
DES NIVEAUX DE COMBUSTION DES GAZ. CET APPAREIL
EST CLASSIFIÉPOUR USAGE DANS DES ATMOSPHÈRES
CONTENANT DES NIVEAUX DE COMBUSTION DES GAZ.
Les accessoires PerkinElmer suivants peuvent également être
utilisés avec l’appareil dans un emplacement dangereux:
MX395002 Bandoulière
MX396001 Petite Gamme d’éc hantillons
MX396007 Étui de Transport
MX396011 Equipment de Calibration
MX396018 Gamme d’échantillons
MX396021 Filtres de Charbon (2 pièces)
MX396022 Filtres de Charbon (10 pièces)
MX396054 Lecteur de Codes àBarres et
Module d’I nterface (I/S)
MX396053 Casque telephonique
Ne pas utiliser d’autres accessoires avec cet appareil dans un
emplacement dangereux.
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La substitution des composantes peut nuire àla sécuritéd’e mploi.
MISE EN
GARDE
Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie et les blessures, lire et suivre
ces instructions:
1. Tout étalonnage, entretien et réparation de cet appareil, y
compris le chargement de la pile, doit être effectuédans un
endroit sûr, àl’ écart des zones dangereuses.
2. N’utiliser que la pièce PerkinElmer numéro MX396006
(I/SC) lorsqu’il faut remplacer le bloc-pile.
3. Ne pas jeter la pile dans un feu. La cellule pourrait
exploser. Vérifier les codes locaux, qui peuvent comporter
des instructions de mise au rebut particulières.
4. Ne pas ouvrir et ne pas abîmer le bloc-pile. L’acide
sulfurique qui risque de s’en échapper est corrosif et peut
causer des lésions aux yeux et àla peau. Cet acide est
toxique lorsqu’avalé.
5. Manipuler le bloc-pile avec soin, afin de ne pas court-
circuiter les bornes avec des matériels conducteurs tels
qu’une bague, un bracelet ou des clés. La pile ou le
conducteur pourraient surchauffer et causer des brûlures.
6. Ne pas modifier l’orientation de la polaritéappropriée entre
le bloc-pile et le chargeur.
7. Charger le bloc-pile fourni avec ou reconnu pour usage
avec ce produit seulement conformément aux instructions et
restrictions spécifiées dans ce manuel. Pour le chargeur,
n’utiliser que la pièce numéro MX396014 (110 Volts AC),
MX396013 (220 Volts AC).
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CE Directive
CONFORMS TO
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE 91/157/EEC
Council Directive 89/336/EEC - Electromagnetic Compatibility and
the Applicable Standards. MicroFID complies with EN50082-01
Generic Immunity Standard for Electromagnetic Compatibility Part
1: Light Industrial Environment. MicroFID has been tested and
conforms to the guidelines specified in EN50082-02 Generic
Immunity Standard for Electromagnetic Compatibility Part 2:
Industrial Environment
Council Directive 91/157/EEC - Recovery and Disposal of Spent
Batteries
You must use the 220 V battery charger (Part No. MX396013) in
order to comply with the requirements of the applicable Council
Directives.
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Introduction
About this Manual
This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation
and maintenance of the MicroFID™Portable Flame Ionization
Detector.
Before unpacking the instrument, please read Warnings and Safety
Practices on page 18. This section describes possible hazards that
may injure the user, damage the instrument or compromise its
operation. Some general safety information is also provided.
To help you learn to use MicroFID quickly this manual is organized
by tasks beginning with a tutorial in Chapter 2. More detailed
operational instructions are provided in Chapter 3. Connecting
accessories is covered in Chapter 4. Routine maintenance is covered
in Chapter 5. Troubleshooting techniques are covered in Chapter 6.
Chapter 7 provides a technical description of MicroFID.
The MicroFID manual uses a few conventions for key names on the
keypad and for text that is shown on the display.
UPPERCASE Key names are denoted by uppercase text.
ARROW keys is the collective name for
the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW
keys.
“ Display Text” Text that appears on the MicroFID display
is in quotation marks.
<Angle Brackets> Computer keyboard names are denoted by
angle brackets, e.g. <Ctrl>.
MD FID Text that must be typed in using the
computer keyboard is shown in italics.
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In the text you will find various warnings and notes.
WARNING
A warning indicates an operation that could cause personal injury if
precautions are not followed.
CAUTION
A caution indicates an operation that could cause damage to the
instrument if precautions are not followed.
NOTE: A note indicates significant information.
Warnings and Safety Practices
Please read this section before operating MicroFID.
Approved Models of MicroFID
This manual provides operational information for all models of
MicroFID. The MicroFID I/S and the MicroFID I/SC are
intrinsically safe and approved for use in hazardous locations. Refer
to the manual introduction for details of each approval.
Throughout the manual, notes are provided to inform you of the
limitations of usage for the MicroFID I/S and MicroFID I/SC
models.
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