Q-Lab Q-SUN Xe-3 Series User manual

QUICK SET UP GUIDE LX-5080-QS
Q-SUN Xe-3
Xenon Test Chambers
For Models:
X3H X3HDSE
X3HCE X3HBSCE
X3HSE X3HDSCE
X3HSCE X3HDSBSE
X3HBSE X3HDSBSCE
Revision Date
11 Apr 2022
Q-SUN Xe-3
Xenon Test Chambers

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1. Specications, Classications, Symbols (Feb 2015) ............ 3
2. Safety Information ................................................................... 5
2.1 Heat and Electrical Shock Hazards (Dec 2020) ................... 5
2.2 Ultraviolet and Infrared Hazards (Mar 2019) ......................... 7
2.3 Dual Spray System (Oct 2020) ............................................. 8
3. General Description (Oct 2020) .............................................. 9
4. Operating Environment ..........................................................11
4.1 Suitable Environments (May 2020)......................................11
4.2 Unsuitable Environments (May 2020)................................. 12
5. Setup....................................................................................... 14
5.1 Xe-3 Uncrating (Dec 2020) ................................................. 14
5.2 Chiller Uncrating (Apr 2021) ............................................... 19
5.3 Chiller Assembly (Apr 2021) ............................................... 25
5.4 Xe-3 Exhaust Vent Assembly (Dec 2020) ........................... 29
5.5 Back Spray Set Up (Oct 2020)............................................ 32
5.6 Dual Spray Uncrating and Assembly (Dec 2020)................ 33
5.7 Dimensions and Space Requirements (Mar 2020)............. 36
5.8 Electrical (Apr 2022) ........................................................... 38
5.9 Water (Sep 2020)................................................................ 41
5.10 Venting (Dec 2020) ........................................................... 46
6. Start Up................................................................................... 48
6.1 Specimen Mounting (May 2020)......................................... 48
6.2 Q-SUN Xe-3, All “E” Models Control Panel (May 2020) ...... 48
6.3 Q-SUN Xe-3-H Control Panel (May 2020) .......................... 50
6.4 Chiller (May 2020) .............................................................. 51
6.5 Dual Spray (May 2020) ....................................................... 52
7. Warranty (Oct 2020)................................................................ 53
8. Repair and Tester Support (Sep 2020) ................................. 54

Section 1. Specications, Classications, Symbols
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1. Specications, Classications, Symbols (Feb 2015)
Specications, Classications
●The recommended ambient operating temperature and relative humidity (RH) for the Q-SUN tester is 23 ± 5 °C
and 50 ± 25% RH.
●The maximum ambient operating temperature and humidity is 40 °C and 80% relative humidity.
●Temperatures outside the recommended range may cause chamber temperature and/or humidity faults.
●Transportation and Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 80 °C.
●Installation Category: Category II for transient over-voltages.
●Pollution Control: Pollution Degree 2.
●Sound Pressure Level: Sound Pressure Level does not exceed 75 dBA.
●Altitude: 2000 meters or less.
●Operation: Continuous Rating.
●Supply Connection: Permanently connected or plug/socket connection (industrial type per IEC 6309 or twist lock type
in North America).
●External Disconnect: Required for all connections.
●External Over-Current Protection: Must be rated for not more than 40 A (USA, Canada) or 64 A (Europe).

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Section 1. Specications, Classications, Symbols
Symbols
Electrical Shock Hazard
Hot Surfaces Hazard
Attention
Finger/Hand Crushing hazard
Local Waste & recycling regulations
per the WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC
on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment

Section 2. Safety Information
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2. Safety Information
Q-Lab accepts no responsibility for the consequences if the user fails to comply with the instructions in this operating
manual. Q-Lab will accept responsibility for defective parts or components only if the machinery was defective at the time
that the tester was shipped.
●This manual does not claim to address potential safety issues, if any, associated with the use of this product.
●It is the responsibility of the user of this manual to establish appropriate safety and health practices, and to determine
the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
●If the equipment is used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment
safety devices may be impaired.
●The Q-SUN meets the European Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and complies with the requirements of
EN 61010-1: 2010 (Third Edition), “Safety of Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use”.
●The Q-SUN meets the European Electromagnetic Directive 2014/30/EC and complies with the requirements of
EN 55011:2007 Radiated and Conducted Emissions – class A.
●Use only parts that have been supplied or recommended by Q-Lab.
2.1 Heat and Electrical Shock Hazards (Dec 2020)
Warning Labels
●Warning: If the equipment is used in a manner not specied by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
●Warning labels indicate heat and electric shock hazards inside the Q-SUN tester.
Figure 2.1a: Hot Surface Warning Label Figure 2.1b: Shock Hazard Warning Label
Figure 2.1c: Tester door and access panel locations.
Right Side
Access Panels
Left Side
Access Panels
Lamp Door
Test Chamber
Door
Lower Front
Door

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Section 2. Safety Information
All Q-SUN models are equipped with an interlock switch (Figure 2.1d) that turns off the xenon lamps when the lamp
access door is opened.
Figure 2.1d: Lamp Door Interlock Switch Location
Figure 2.1e: Humidier Inside Lower Front Door Figure 2.1f: Humidier Hot Surface Label
Humidier
Vapor Hose
CAUTION: The vapor hose and
the humidier are hot.

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2.2 Ultraviolet and Infrared Hazards (Mar 2019)
The Q-SUN lamps produce UV light that can cause severe sunburn, eye inammation, and damage to your vision. Do not
defeat the switch that turns off lamps when the chamber door is open.
Figure 2.2 below shows the location of the chamber door interlock switch inside the right side top access panel.
NOTE: The right side top access panel is connected to the tester by a ground wire tether. When removing the access
panel it is not necessary to disconnect the wire. The ground wire is long enough to set the access panel on the
ground in front of the tester.
Figure 2.2: Chamber door interlock location (right side top access panel removed).
Section 2. Safety Information

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Section 2. Safety Information
2.3 Dual Spray System (Oct 2020)
Overview
●Q-SUN Xe-3 models equipped with dual spray (DS) have a separate assembly, which includes the uid reservoir and
an enclosure housing an electrically operated pump system (Figure 2.3).
Electrical Shock Hazards
●Because the Dual Spray system is electrically operated, care should always be exercised when working on or around
the equipment, particularly if the oor is wet.
●The enclosure below the reservoir houses the system pump and other components, and should only be opened by
trained service technicians.
Fluid Hazards
●The uid being introduced into the Q-SUN by the Dual Spray system is determined by the customer’s application and
uid specications are beyond the scope of this manual.
●Fluids that may be corrosive, acidic and/or toxic may be introduced into the Dual Spray system.
●Follow all local, OSHA, EHS, and other applicable material handling safety requirements, recommendations, and
practices when mixing, relling, and disposing of these uids.
●The Dual Spray reservoir and all containers used in conjunction with uid storage should be properly labeled.
●Some uids which may be used in the reservoir of the Dual Spray system can become contaminated with fungus,
bacteria, or other organisms.
●Depending on the uid used, frequent checks and cleaning of Dual Spray components may be required
(see Section 15.5).
●Consideration should be given to mixing small batches of liquid frequently rather than large amounts that could
become contaminated before use.
Figure 2.3: Dual Spray reservoir and pump system enclosure.
Reservoir
Pump
Enclosure

Section 3. General Description
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Overview
●The LX-5080-QS Q-SUN Xe-3 Quick Setup Guide is not a technical manual.
●This guide provides basic information on uncrating and setting up Q-SUN Xe-3 Xenon Test Chambers.
●A Q-SUN Xe-3 Technical Manual is necessary for a complete understanding of how to operate Q-SUN Xe-3 Xenon
Test Chambers.
o See LX-5080-TM Q-SUN Xe-3 Technical Manual for information on Q-SUN Xe-3 "E" models that feature
enhanced performance, including dual touchscreen control and longer lamp life or higher irradiance capability.
o See LX-5080B-TM Q-SUN Xe-3-H Technical Manual for the basic non-"E" Q-SUN Xe-3-H tester.
Q-SUN Xe-3 Models Covered in This Guide
Model Conguration Control Interface
Xe-3-H H: Controlled Humidity Keypad/LCD
Xe-3-HSE S: Water Spray Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HCE C: Chiller Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HSCE Chiller + Spray Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HBSE BS: Back Spray Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HDSE DS: Dual Spray Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HBSCE Back Spray + Chiller Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HDSCE Dual Spray + Chiller Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HDSBSE Dual Spray + Back Spray Dual Touch Screen
Xe-3-HDSBSCE Dual Spray + Back Spray + Chiller Dual Touch Screen
3. General Description (Oct 2020)

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Section 3. General Description
Partial List of Standard Test Methods Met by Q-SUN Xe-3 Xenon Test Chambers
●Listed below are several widely used standards that can be performed with Q-SUN Xe-3 testers.
●For an extensive list of standards Q-SUN testers can perform see LX-5054 Standards Met by Q-SUN Testers.
ASTM C1442 – Conducting Tests on Sealants Using Articial Weathering Apparatus
ASTM D1248 – Polyethylene Plastic Extrusion Materials for Wire and Cable
ASTM D2565 – Xenon Arc – Plastics for Outdoor Applications
ASTM D3424 – Lightfastness of Printed Material
ASTM D3451 – Testing Coating Powders
ASTM D3794 – Testing Coil Coatings
ASTM D4101 – Polypropylene Plastic Injection and Extrusion Materials
ASTM D4303 – Lightfastness of Artists’ Pigments
ASTM D4459 – Xenon Arc – Plastics for Indoor Applications
ASTM D4798 – Xenon Arc – Bituminous Materials
ASTM D5010 – Testing Printing Inks & Related Materials
ASTM D5071 – Xenon Arc – Exposure of Photodegradable Plastics
ASTM D7869 – Xenon Arc – Transportation Coatings
ASTM G151 – General Guidelines for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials
ASTM G155 – Xenon Arc – Test Apparatus for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials
ISO 11341 – Paints – Xenon Arc
ISO 4892-2 – Plastics – Methods of Exposure to Laboratory Light Sources – Part 2: Xenon-Arc Sources
DIN 53 387 – Articial weathering and aging of plastics and elastomers by exposure to ltered xenon arc radiation
(Cycles A & E)