PerkinElmer clarus 500 gc User manual

Clarus 500 GC Installation Guide

Release History
Part Number Release Publication Date
09936590 C September 2008
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Table of Contents
Introduction...................................................................................................5
About This Manual.........................................................................................7
Conventions Used in this Manual...................................................................8
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)...........................................................9
Warning Signs on the Instrument..................................................................10
Safety Practices ...........................................................................................13
Chapter Overview.........................................................................................15
Precautions....................................................................................................17
Environmental Conditions............................................................................18
Electrical Safety............................................................................................20
Moving the Clarus 500 GC...........................................................................23
ECD Radioactive Hazards ............................................................................24
Safe Handling of Gases.................................................................................27
Hazardous Chemicals....................................................................................30
Definitions in Warning for Hazardous Chemicals........................................31
WEEE Instructions for PerkinElmer Products..............................................32
Preparing Your Laboratory.......................................................................33
Chapter Overview.........................................................................................35
Preparing the Laboratory ..............................................................................36
Clarus 500 GC Requirements .......................................................................39
Pre-Installation Checklist..............................................................................44
Installing the Clarus 500 GC ....................................................................45
Install the Autosampler.................................................................................47
Remove the Encoder Protector Block...........................................................48
Install the Autosampler Tower......................................................................49
Install the Autosampler Tower Cover...........................................................53
Install the Syringe Cover ..............................................................................55
Connecting the Gases and Electrical Supply............................................59
Connect the Gases.........................................................................................61
Clarus 500 GC Gas Connections ..................................................................65
Common Injector/Detector Gas Connections ...............................................69
Connecting the Gas for Subambient Operation ............................................80
Connect the Electrical Supply.......................................................................83

Connecting the Accessories........................................................................89
Connect the ElCD.........................................................................................91
Connect the ElCD Control Unit to the ElCD Components...........................93
Connect the ElCD Solvent System ...............................................................95
Make the ElCD/PID Series Connection........................................................97
Check the Calibration .................................................................................100
Install the NPD Bead Assembly..................................................................101
PPC Restrictor Information.....................................................................107
Index...........................................................................................................111

Introduction 1

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About This Manual
This quick installation guide is divided into following chapters:
Chapter 1 Introduction
This chapter contains a brief introduction on the instrument, the conventions and warnings
used in the manual.
Chapter 2 Safety Practices
Important safety information for the Clarus 500 GC is provided in this chapter.
Chapter 3 Preparing Your Laboratory
The preparation of your laboratory needed for the Clarus 500 GC laboratory requirements for
the instrument are reviewed in this chapter.
Chapter 4 Installing the Clarus 500 GC
Information on connecting the Clarus 500 GC is provided.
Chapter 5 Connecting the Gases and Electrical Supply
Information on connecting the gases and electrical supply to the system is provided.
Chapter 6 Connecting the Accessories
Information on installing accessories such as the EICD, NPD Bead Assembly, recorder,
integrator and the printer is provided.
Chapter 7 PPC Restrictor Information
PPC restrictor information is provided in this chapter.

Introduction
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Conventions Used in this Manual
Normal text is used to provide information and instructions.
Bold text refers to button or tab page that is displayed on the touch screen.
All eight digit numbers are PerkinElmer part numbers unless stated otherwise.
Notes, cautions and warnings
Three terms, in the following standard formats, are also used to highlight special
circumstances and warnings.
NOTE: A note indicates additional, significant information that is provided with some procedures.
CAUTION We use the term CAUTION to inform you about situations that could result in serious damage to the instrument or other
equipment. Details about these circumstances are in a box like
this one.
WARNING
We use the term WARNING to inform you about situations that
could result in personal injury to yourself or other persons.
Details about these circumstances are in a box like this one.
Customer Service
PerkinElmer Instruments
710 Bridgeport Avenue
Shelton, CT 06484-4794 U.S.A
Tel: [phone] or [phone]
Internet: http://www.perkinelmer.com

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
United States (FCC)
This product is classified as a digital device used exclusively as industrial, commercial, or
medical test equipment. It is exempt from the technical standards specified in Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and Regulations, based on Section 15.103 (c).
European Union
All information concerning EMC standards will be in the Declaration of Conformity and
these standards will change as the European Union adds new requirements.
European Union Industrial Environment
The 230 V/50 Hz. Clarus GC has been manufactured for use in the European Union and is
intended for the industrial environment. The instrument is to be connected to a mains power
network supplied from a high or medium-voltage transformer dedicated for the supply of an
installation feeding a manufacturing or similar plant.
Industrial environments are characterized by the existence of one or more of the following
conditions: -industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) apparatus are present
-heavy inductive or capacitive loads are frequently switched
-currents and associated magnetic fields are high
These are the major contributors to the industrial electromagnetic environment and as such
distinguish the industrial from other environments. The instrument is not intended for
connection to a public mains network supplying residential, commercial and light-industrial
locations.
Susceptibility to RF Interference
With the exception of the Flame Ionization Detector (FID), a RF field strength of 10 V/m
between 80 MHz. and 1000 MHz. with 80% modulation at 1 kHz. may cause a deflection on
the chromatographic detector baseline that exceeds its normal pattern. This implies that if a
transmitting device, such as a walkie-talkie carried by a security guard, is use near the
detector, a spike or peak on the chromatographic baseline may occur. If you are concerned
that such an event may occur, PerkinElmer recommends that walkie-talkie restriction notices
be posted in the vicinity. Cell phones, beepers, and other similar devices operate in a much
higher frequency range and do not cause interference.

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Warning Signs on the Instrument
Alternating current.
Protective conductor terminal.
Off position of the main power source.
On position of the main power source.
Warning, hot surface

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Warning, risk of electric shock.
Warning (refer to accompanying documents).

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Label locations on instrument

Safety Practices 2

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Chapter Overview
This chapter describes the general safety practices and precautions that must be observed
when operating the Clarus 500 GC.
This advice is intended to supplement, not supersede, the normal safety codes in the user's
country. It is also a supplement to the PerkinElmer standard Safety and Health Policy. The
information provided does not cover every safety procedure that should be practiced.
Ultimately, maintenance of a safe laboratory environment is the responsibility of the analyst
and the analyst's organization.
Please consult all manuals supplied with the Clarus 500 GC and accessories before you start
working with the instrument. Carefully read the safety information in this chapter and in the
other manuals supplied. When setting up the instrument or performing analyses or
maintenance procedures, strictly follow the instructions provided. The Clarus 500 GC should
be used in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. If used otherwise, the
protection provided by the instrument may be impaired.
Generic Warnings
Before installing or operating the Clarus 500 GC, read the following information concerning
hazards and potential hazards. You should ensure that anyone involved with installation
and/or operation of the Clarus 500 GC is knowledgeable in both general safety practices for
the laboratory and safety practices for the Clarus 500 GC. Get advice from your safety
engineer, industrial hygienist, environmental engineer, or safety manager before you install or
use this instrument.
Heated Zones
Heated zones should be treated with caution, for example, injector caps and detectors. Avoid
physical contact with the injector caps. The detector cover may get hot, especially if flame
ionization detectors are operated at high temperatures. As a general rule, allow heated zones
to cool before attempting to work in the oven, injector, or detector areas.

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CAUTION
THERMAL RUNAWAY PROTECTION: The Clarus 500 GC
software shuts down the instrument if any heated zone exceeds 470
°C. Should this occur, the following error message is displayed:
INSTRUMENT SHUTDOWN
xxx THERM RUNAWAY where xxx is the heated zone
Call your PerkinElmer Representative.
Instrument shutdown also occurs if there is a PRT (Platinum
Resistance Thermometer) or MPU (Micro Processor Unit) failure.
In these cases the following error message is displayed:
INSTRUMENT SHUTDOWN
xxx PRT ERROR where xxx is the failed zone.
Call your PerkinElmer Representative.

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Precautions
WARNING
Be sure that all instrument operators read and understand the
precautions listed below. It is advisable to post a copy of the
precautions near or on the instrument shelf.
CAUTION
The protection provided by this equipment may be impaired if the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by PerkinElmer.
The following precautions must be observed when using the Clarus 500 GC:
•Before the instrument is installed, the area around, under and behind the instrument’s
planned location is to be cleared of any dirt and dust to prevent their entry into the
instrument’s interior which could cause a negative effect on performance.
•Be sure that the power line voltage of the Clarus 500 GC corresponds to the voltage
used in your laboratory.
•Never remove the side panels of the Clarus 500 GC without shutting down the
instrument and disconnecting the instrument power cord from line power.
•Do not immerse the purge gas exit line in a liquid, as the liquid may be drawn back into
the sample holder.
•Only high quality purge gases should be used with the Clarus 500 GC. Minimum purity
of 99.995% is recommended. A high quality filter-dryer accessory is recommended for
the removal of any moisture from the purge gases.

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Environmental Conditions
Operating Conditions
CAUTION
The Clarus 500 GC is designed for indoor use only.
CAUTION
Do not operate in a Cold Room or a refrigerated area. The Clarus 500
GC operates most efficiently under the following conditions:
•Ambient temperature is 10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to
95 °F). The GC will operate safely between 5 °C and 40 °C (41
°F and 104 °F).
•Ambient relative humidity is 20% to 80% non-condensing.
•Operating altitude is in the range of 0 to 2 000 m.
WARNING
The Clarus 500 GC is not designed for operation in an explosive
environment.
Installation Category
The Clarus 500 GC is able to withstand transient overvoltage according to Installation
Category II as defined in EN/IEC 61010-1.
Pollution Degree
The Clarus 500 GC will operate safely in environments that contain nonconductive foreign
matter up to Pollution Degree 2 in EN/IEC 61010-1.

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Clarus 500 GC Touch Screen
For optimum performance, the Clarus 500 GC’s touch screen may require periodic re-
calibration. The interval between re-calibration may be affected by exposure to combined
heat and humidity conditions (ambient conditions between 30 °C / 50% RH and 35 °C / 80%
RH).
Cleaning the Instrument
Exterior surfaces may be cleaned with a soft cloth, dampened with a mild detergent and water
solution. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
Decontamination
If the instrument or an accessory requires decontamination before repair, maintenance,
warranty or trade-in purposes at PerkinElmer, the responsible body should read the procedure
and complete the certificate which is available on the PerkinElmer public website:
http://las.perkinelmer.com/OneSource/decontamination.htm
Follow the “Decontamination of Instrumentation and Associated Sub-assemblies” procedure
and complete the “Certificate of Decontamination.” The certificate is used to certify the
decontamination process was completed before equipment can be returned to PerkinElmer.
Storage Conditions
The Clarus 500 GC may be stored under the following conditions:
•ambient temperature is -20 °Cto +60 °C (-4 to 140 °F)
•ambient relative humidity is 20 to 80%, non-condensing
•altitude is in the range 0 to 12 000 m.
General Laboratory Safety
Your laboratory should have all equipment ordinarily required for the safety of individuals
working with chemicals (fire extinguishers, first-aid equipment, safety shower and eye-wash
fountain, spill cleanup equipment, etc.).

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Electrical Safety
The Clarus 500 GC contains high voltage. To prevent the risk of shock, unplug the line cord
from the AC outlet and wait at least one minute before opening or removing any instrument
panels.
The instrument has been designed to protect the operator from potential electrical hazards.
This section describes some recommended electrical safety practices.
CAUTION This unit contains protective circuitry. Contact PerkinElmer Service
before performing any AC line tests.
WARNING
Connect the GC to an AC line power outlet that has a protective
ground connection. To ensure satisfactory and safe operation of the
GC, it is essential that the protective ground conductor (the
green/yellow lead) of the line power cord is connected to a true
electrical ground. Any interruption of the protective ground
conductor, inside or outside the GC, or disconnection of the
protective ground terminal may impair the protection provided by
the GC.
WARNING
Do not operate the GC with any covers or parts removed.