Teledyne GFC7001T User manual

Teledyne Analytical Instruments
Operation Manual
Model GFC7001T
Carbon Monoxide Analyzer
TELEDYNE ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGIES
Analytical Instruments
16830 Chestnut Street
City of Industry, CA 91748
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.teledyne-ai.com
P/N M90914
DATE 12/01/14

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Important Notice
This instrument provides measurement readings to its user, and serves as a tool by which valuable data can be
gathered. The information provided by the instrument may assist the user in eliminating potential hazards caused
by his process; however, it is essential that all personnel involved in the use of the instrument or its interface be
properly trained in the process being measured, as well as all instrumentation related to it.
The safety of personnel is ultimately the responsibility of those who control process conditions. While this
instrument may be able to provide early warning of imminent danger, it has no control over process conditions,
and it can be misused. In particular, any alarm or control systems installed must be tested and understood, both
as to how they operate and as to how they can be defeated. Any safeguards required such as locks, labels, or
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual describes operation, specifications, and maintenance for the Model GFC 7001T.
In addition this manual contains important SAFETY messages for this instrument. It is strongly
recommended that you read that operation manual in its entirety before operating the instrument.
ORGANIZATION
This manual is divided among three main parts and a collection of appendices at the end.
Part I contains introductory information that includes an overview of the analyzer,
descriptions of the available options, specifications, installation and connection
instructions, and the initial calibration and functional checks. The last two sections
contain Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) followed by a glossary, and a description
of available options.
Part II comprises the operating instructions, which include basic, advanced and remote
operation, calibration, diagnostics, testing, validating and verifying, and ends with
specifics of calibrating for use in EPA monitoring.
Part III provides detailed technical information, such as theory of operation,
maintenance, and troubleshooting and repair. It also contains a section that provides
important information about electro-static discharge and avoiding its consequences.
The appendices at the end of this manual provide support information such as, version-
specific software documentation, lists of spare parts and recommended stocking levels,
and schematics.
CONVENTIONS USED
In addition to the safety symbols as presented in the Important Safety Information page,
this manual provides special notices related to the safety and effective use of the
analyzer and other pertinent information.
Special Notices appear as follows:
ATTENTION COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID WARRANTY
This special notice provides information to avoid damage to your
instrument and possibly invalidate the warranty.
IMPORTANT IMPACT ON READINGS OR DATA
Could either affect accuracy of instrument readings or cause loss of data.
Note Pertinent information associated with the proper care, operation or
maintenance of the analyzer or its parts.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Important safety messages are provided throughout this manual. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is
associated with a safety alert symbol. These symbols are found in the manual and inside the instrument. The
definition of these symbols is described below:
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard
HAZARD: Strong oxidizer
GENERAL WARNING/CAUTION: Read the accompanying
message for specific information.
CAUTION: Hot Surface Warning
Technician Symbol: All operations marked with this symbol are to
be performed by qualified maintenance personnel only.
DO NOT TOUCH: Touching some parts of the instrument without
protection or proper tools could result in damage to the part(s)
and/or the instrument.
Electrical Ground: This symbol inside the instrument marks the
central safety grounding point for the instrument.
CAUTION - General Safety Hazard
This instrument should only be used for the purpose and in the manner
described in this manual. If you use this instrument in a manner other
than that for which it was intended, unpredictable behavior could ensue
with possible hazardous consequences.
NEVER use any gas analyzer to sample combustible gas(es).
Note Technical Assistance regarding the use and maintenance of the
GFC7001T or any other Teledyne product can be obtained by contacting
Teledyne Customer Service Department:
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
or by accessing various service options on our website at
http://www.teledyne-ai.com/.

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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
Des consignes de sécurité importantes sont fournies tout au long du présent manuel dans le but d’éviter des
blessures corporelles ou d’endommager les instruments. Veuillez lire attentivement ces consignes. Chaque
consigne de sécurité est représentée par un pictogramme d’alerte de sécurité; ces pictogrammes se retrouvent
dans ce manuel et à l’intérieur des instruments. Les symboles correspondent aux consignes suivantes :
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque de choc électrique
DANGER : Oxydant puissant
AVERTISSEMENT GÉNÉRAL / MISE EN GARDE : Lire la consigne
complémentaire pour des renseignements spécifiques
MISE EN GARDE : Surface chaude
Ne pas toucher : Toucher à certaines parties de l’instrument sans protection ou
sans les outils appropriés pourrait entraîner des dommages aux pièces ou à
l’instrument.
Pictogramme « technicien » : Toutes les opérations portant ce symbole doivent
être effectuées uniquement par du personnel de maintenance qualifié.
Mise à la terre : Ce symbole à l’intérieur de l’instrument détermine le point central
de la mise à la terre sécuritaire de l’instrument.
MISE EN GARDE
Cet instrument doit être utilisé aux fins décrites et de la manière décrite
dans ce manuel. Si vous utilisez cet instrument d’une autre manière que
celle pour laquelle il a été prévu, l’instrument pourrait se comporter de
façon imprévisible et entraîner des conséquences dangereuses.
NE JAMAIS utiliser un analyseur de gaz pour échantillonner des gaz
combustibles!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................... III
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....................................................................................V
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ ...............................................................................................................................vi
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................................................................................................VII
LIST OF APPENDICES ...................................................................................................................................... xiii
List of Figures...................................................................................................................................................... xiii
List of Tables....................................................................................................................................................... xvi
PART I GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................XIX
1. INTRODUCTION, FEATURES AND OPTIONS .................................................................. 21
1.1. GFC7001T Family Overview........................................................................................................................21
1.2. Features.......................................................................................................................................................22
1.3. GFC7001T/GFC7001TM Documentation ....................................................................................................22
1.4. Options.........................................................................................................................................................22
2. SPECIFICATIONS AND APPROVALS............................................................................... 27
2.1. Specifications...............................................................................................................................................27
2.2. EPA Equivalency Designation .....................................................................................................................29
2.3. Approvals and Certifications ........................................................................................................................29
2.3.1. Safety.....................................................................................................................................................30
2.3.2. EmC .......................................................................................................................................................30
2.3.3. Other Type Certifications .......................................................................................................................30
3. GETTING STARTED........................................................................................................... 31
3.1. Unpacking the GFC7001T/GFC7001TM Analyzer ......................................................................................31
3.1.1. Ventilation Clearance.............................................................................................................................32
3.2. Instrument Layout ........................................................................................................................................33
3.2.1. Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................33
3.2.2. Rear panel .............................................................................................................................................37
3.2.3. GFC7001T/GFC7001TM Analyzer Layout ............................................................................................38
3.3. Connections and Setup................................................................................................................................41
3.3.1. Electrical Connections ...........................................................................................................................42
3.3.1.1. Connecting Power ..........................................................................................................................42
3.3.1.2. Connecting Analog Inputs (Option) ................................................................................................42
3.3.1.3. Connecting Analog Outputs ...........................................................................................................43
3.3.1.4. Current Loop Analog Outputs (Option 41) Setup ..........................................................................44
3.3.1.5. Connecting the Status Outputs ......................................................................................................46
3.3.1.6. Connecting the Control Inputs........................................................................................................47
3.3.1.7. Concentration Alarm Relay (Option 61) Standard Configuration ...................................................48
3.3.1.8. Concentration Alarm Relay (Option 61) Air Products Configuration ..............................................50
3.3.1.9. Connecting the Communication Interfaces ....................................................................................50
3.3.2. Pneumatic Connections.........................................................................................................................57
3.3.2.1. Pneumatic Connections for Basic Configuration............................................................................59
3.3.2.2. Pneumatic Layout for Basic configuration......................................................................................60
3.3.2.3. Pneumatic Connections for Zero/Span Valve Option.....................................................................61
3.3.2.4. Pneumatic Layout for Zero/ Span Valve Option.............................................................................62
3.3.2.5. Pneumatic Layout for Internal Zero/ Span Valve Option................................................................63
3.3.2.6. Pneumatic Connections for Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span Option...........................................64
3.3.2.7. Pneumatic Layout for Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span Option ....................................................66
3.3.2.8. Pneumatic Connections for Zero Scrubber/Ambient Span Option.................................................66
3.3.2.9. Pneumatic Layout for Zero scrubber/ Ambient Span OPTion........................................................68
3.3.2.10. Calibration Gases.........................................................................................................................69
3.4. Startup, Functional Checks, and Initial Calibration......................................................................................70

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3.4.1. Startup....................................................................................................................................................70
3.4.2. Warning Messages ................................................................................................................................70
3.4.3. Functional Checks .................................................................................................................................72
3.4.4. Initial Calibration ....................................................................................................................................73
3.4.4.1. Interferents for CO Measurements.................................................................................................74
3.4.4.2. Initial Calibration Procedure ...........................................................................................................74
3.4.4.3. O2Sensor Calibration Procedure ...................................................................................................79
3.4.4.4. CO2Sensor Calibration Procedure ................................................................................................79
PART II OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................. 81
4. OVERVIEW OF OPERATING MODES ............................................................................... 83
4.1. Sample Mode...............................................................................................................................................84
4.1.1. Test Functions .......................................................................................................................................84
4.1.2. Warning Messages ................................................................................................................................86
4.2. Calibration Mode..........................................................................................................................................88
4.3. Setup MODE................................................................................................................................................89
4.3.1. Password Security .................................................................................................................................89
4.3.2. Primary Setup Menu ..............................................................................................................................89
4.3.3. Secondary Setup Menu (SETUP>MORE).............................................................................................90
5. SETUP MENU 91
5.1. SETUP ÆCFG: Configuration Information .................................................................................................91
5.2. SETUP ÆACAL: Automatic Calibration......................................................................................................92
5.3. SETUP ÆDAS: Internal Data Acquisition System.......................................................................................92
5.4. SETUP ÆRNGE: Analog Output Reporting Range Configuration .............................................................92
5.4.1. Analog Output Ranges for CO Concentration .......................................................................................92
5.4.2. Physical Range vs Analog Output Reporting Ranges ...........................................................................93
5.4.3. Reporting Range Modes: Single, Dual, Auto Ranges ...........................................................................94
5.4.3.1. SINGLE Range Mode (SNGL) .......................................................................................................96
5.4.3.2. DUAL Range Mode (DUAL) ...........................................................................................................97
5.4.3.3. AUTO Range Mode (AUTO) ..........................................................................................................99
5.4.4. Range Units .........................................................................................................................................101
5.4.5. Dilution Ratio (Option)..........................................................................................................................102
5.5. SETUP ÆPASS: Password Protection.....................................................................................................103
5.6. SETUP ÆCLK: Setting the Internal Time-of-Day Clock and Adjusting Speed.........................................106
5.6.1.1. Setting the Internal Clock’s Time and Day ...................................................................................106
5.6.1.2. Adjusting the Internal Clock’s Speed............................................................................................106
5.7. SETUP ÆComm: Communications Ports .................................................................................................108
5.7.1. ID (Machine Identification) ...................................................................................................................108
5.7.2. INET (Ethernet)....................................................................................................................................108
5.7.3. COM1 and COM2 (Mode, Baud Rate and Test Port)..........................................................................108
5.8. SETUP ÆVARS: Variables Setup and Definition ......................................................................................109
5.9. SETUP ÆDiag: Diagnostics Functions......................................................................................................110
5.9.1. Signal I/O .............................................................................................................................................113
5.9.2. Analog Output ......................................................................................................................................114
5.9.3. Analog I/O Configuration......................................................................................................................114
5.9.3.1. Analog Output Voltage / Current Range Selection.......................................................................117
5.9.3.2. Analog Output Calibration ............................................................................................................119
5.9.3.3. Enabling or Disabling the AutoCal for an Individual Analog Output.............................................119
5.9.3.4. Automatic Calibration of the Analog Outputs ...............................................................................120
5.9.3.5. Individual Calibration of the Analog Outputs ................................................................................122
5.9.3.6. Manual Calibration of the Analog Outputs Configured for Voltage Ranges.................................123
5.9.3.7. Manual Adjustment of Current Loop Output Span and Offset .....................................................125
5.9.3.8. Turning an Analog Output Over-Range Feature ON/OFF ...........................................................128
5.9.3.9. Adding a Recorder Offset to an Analog Output............................................................................129
5.9.3.10. AIN Calibration ...........................................................................................................................130
5.9.3.11. Analog Inputs (XIN1…XIN8) Option Configuration ....................................................................131

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5.9.4. Electrical Test ......................................................................................................................................131
5.9.5. Dark Calibration ...................................................................................................................................132
5.9.6. Pressure Calibration ............................................................................................................................132
5.9.7. Flow Calibration ...................................................................................................................................132
5.9.8. Test Chan Output.................................................................................................................................132
5.9.8.1. Selecting a Test Channel Function for Output A4........................................................................133
5.10. SETUP ÆMORE ÆALRM (Option): Using the Gas Concentration Alarms...........................................134
5.10.1. Setting the GFC7001T Concentration Alarm Limits ..........................................................................135
6. COMMUNICATIONS SETUP AND OPERATION ............................................................. 137
6.1. Data Terminal/Communication Equipment (DTE DCE).............................................................................137
6.2. Communication Modes, Baud Rate and Port Testing ...................................................................................137
6.2.1. Communication Modes ........................................................................................................................137
6.2.2. COM Port Baud Rate...........................................................................................................................139
6.2.3. Com Port Testing .................................................................................................................................140
6.3. RS-232.......................................................................................................................................................141
6.4. RS-485 (Option).........................................................................................................................................142
6.5. Ethernet......................................................................................................................................................142
6.5.1. Configuring Ethernet Communication Manually (Static IP Address) ...................................................142
6.5.2. Configuring Ethernet Communication Using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) .............144
6.5.3. Changing the Analyzer’s HOSTNAME ................................................................................................145
6.6. USB Port (Option) for Remote Access ......................................................................................................147
7. DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM (DAS) AND APICOM...................................................... 151
7.1. DAS Structure ............................................................................................................................................152
7.1.1. DAS Data Channels.............................................................................................................................152
7.1.2. Default DAS Channels.........................................................................................................................153
7.1.3. Viewing DAS Channels and Individual Records..................................................................................156
7.1.4. Editing DAS Channels .........................................................................................................................157
7.1.4.1. Editing DAS Data Channel Names...............................................................................................158
7.1.5. Editing DAS Triggering Events ............................................................................................................159
7.1.6. Editing DAS Parameters......................................................................................................................160
7.1.7. Sample Period and Report Period .......................................................................................................163
7.1.8. Number of Records..............................................................................................................................165
7.1.9. RS-232 Report Function ......................................................................................................................166
7.1.9.1. The Compact Report Feature.......................................................................................................166
7.1.9.2. The Starting Date Feature............................................................................................................167
7.1.10. Disabling/Enabling Data Channels ....................................................................................................167
7.1.11. HOLDOFF Feature ............................................................................................................................168
7.2. Remote DAS Configuration........................................................................................................................169
7.2.1. DAS Configuration via APICOM ..........................................................................................................169
7.2.2. DAS Configuration Using Terminal Emulation Programs ....................................................................171
8. REMOTE OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 173
8.1. Computer Mode .........................................................................................................................................173
8.1.1. Remote Control via APICOM...............................................................................................................173
8.2. Interactive Mode ........................................................................................................................................173
8.2.1. Remote Control via a Terminal Emulation Program ............................................................................174
8.2.1.1. Help Commands in Interactive Mode ...........................................................................................174
8.2.1.2. Command Syntax.........................................................................................................................174
8.2.1.3. Data Types ...................................................................................................................................175
8.2.1.4. Status Reporting...........................................................................................................................176
8.2.1.5. General Message Format.............................................................................................................176
8.3. Remote Access by Modem........................................................................................................................176
8.4. Password Security for Serial Remote Communications............................................................................179
9. CALIBRATION PROCEDURES........................................................................................ 181
9.1. Calibration Preparations ............................................................................................................................181
9.1.1. Required Equipment, Supplies, and Expendables ..............................................................................181

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9.1.1.1. Zero Air.........................................................................................................................................182
9.1.1.2. Span Gas......................................................................................................................................182
9.1.1.3. Calibration Gas Standards and Traceability.................................................................................182
9.1.2. Data Recording Devices ......................................................................................................................183
9.2. Manual Calibration .....................................................................................................................................183
9.2.1. Setup for Basic Calibration Checks and Calibration............................................................................183
9.2.2. Performing a Basic Manual Calibration Check ....................................................................................185
9.2.3. Performing a Basic Manual Calibration ...............................................................................................186
9.2.3.1. Setting the Expected Span Gas Concentration............................................................................186
9.2.3.2. Zero/Span Point Calibration Procedure........................................................................................188
9.3. Manual Calibration with Zero/Span Valves................................................................................................189
9.3.1. Setup for Calibration Using Valve Options ..........................................................................................189
9.3.2. Manual Calibration Checks with Valve Options Installed ....................................................................192
9.3.3. Manual Calibration Using Valve Options .............................................................................................193
9.3.3.1. Setting the Expected Span Gas Concentration............................................................................193
9.3.3.2. Zero/Span Point Calibration Procedure........................................................................................194
9.3.3.3. Use of Zero/Span Valve with Remote Contact Closure ...............................................................196
9.4. Automatic Zero/Span Cal/Check (AutoCal) ...............................................................................................196
9.4.1. SETUP ÆACAL: Programming and AUTO CAL Sequence...............................................................199
9.4.1.1. AutoCal with Auto or Dual Reporting Ranges Modes Selected ...................................................201
9.5. CO Calibration Quality ...............................................................................................................................202
9.6. Calibration of the GFC7001T/GFC7001TM Electronic Subsystems .........................................................203
9.6.1. Dark Calibration Test ...........................................................................................................................203
9.6.2. Pressure Calibration ............................................................................................................................204
9.6.3. Flow Calibration ...................................................................................................................................205
9.7. Calibration of Optional Sensors .................................................................................................................206
9.7.1. O2Sensor Calibration ..........................................................................................................................206
9.7.1.1. O2 Pneumatics Connections........................................................................................................206
9.7.1.2. Set O2 Span Gas Concentration..................................................................................................206
9.7.1.3. Activate O2 Sensor Stability Function..........................................................................................208
9.7.1.4. O2 ZERO/SPAN CALIBRATION..................................................................................................209
9.7.2. CO2Sensor Calibration Procedure......................................................................................................210
9.7.2.1. CO2 Pneumatics Connections .....................................................................................................210
9.7.2.2. Set CO2 Span Gas Concentration: ..............................................................................................210
9.7.2.3. Activate CO2 Sensor Stability Function .......................................................................................212
9.7.2.4. CO2 Zero/Span Calibration ..........................................................................................................213
10. EPA CALIBRATION PROTOCOL .................................................................................. 215
10.1. Calibration Requirements ........................................................................................................................215
10.1.1. Calibration of Equipment - General Guidelines .................................................................................215
10.1.2. Calibration Equipment, Supplies, and Expendables..........................................................................216
10.1.2.1. Data Recording Device...............................................................................................................216
10.1.2.2. Spare Parts and Expendable Supplies.......................................................................................216
10.1.3. Recommended Standards for Establishing Traceability....................................................................217
10.1.4. Calibration Frequency........................................................................................................................218
10.1.5. Level 1 Calibrations versus Level 2 Checks......................................................................................218
10.2. ZERO and SPAN Checks........................................................................................................................219
10.2.1. Zero/Span Check Procedures ...........................................................................................................220
10.2.2. Precision Check .................................................................................................................................220
10.3. Precision Calibration................................................................................................................................221
10.3.1. Precision Calibration Procedures ......................................................................................................221
10.4. Auditing Procedure ..................................................................................................................................221
10.4.1. Calibration Audit.................................................................................................................................221
10.4.2. Data Reduction Audit.........................................................................................................................222
10.4.3. System Audit/Validation.....................................................................................................................222
10.5. Dynamic Multipoint Calibration Procedure ..............................................................................................222