Inficon MicroFID II Portable Flame Ionization Detector Bedienungsanleitung

MicroFID™ IIFlame Ionization DetectorIPN 074-579-P1AOPERATING MANUAL

074-579-P1A 10 WARNING 1. All calibration, maintenance and servicing of this device, including battery charging, must be performed in a safe area a

074-579-P1A 11 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This is to certify that this equipment, designed and manufactured by: INFICON Inc. Two Technology Place Ea

074-579-P1A 12 RoHS: INFICON hereby declares that the above mentioned products are assigned to the classification of Category 9, Industrial T

074-579-P1A 13 1. INTRODUCTION About this Manual This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation and maintenance of the MicroFID

074-579-P1A 14 UNPACKING THE MicroFID II The following accessories are included with your MicroFID II: MicroFID II Instrument CD Manual 70 Liter

074-579-P1A 15 Flame Ionization Detector Operation The MicroFID II uses a flame ionization detector for the measurement of combustible organic compo

074-579-P1A 16 Figure 2. Block Diagram Detector Response The MicroFID II is strictly an organic compound detector. It does not respond to inorganic

074-579-P1A 17 Always secure cylinders before removing the cylinder valve protection cap. Do not drag or roll cylinders. Use a cylinder hand truck

074-579-P1A 18 You must obtain a tank of hydrogen from which you can fill the internal cylinder. When ordering hydrogen, specify ultra-high purity h

074-579-P1A 19 ACCESSORIES Computer The MicroFID II will send information stored in its logged memory or will continuously stream data to a computer

074-579-P1A 2 Warning: Limitation of Liability The ultimate responsibility of the consequences of use of toxic compounds rests with the user. INFIC

074-579-P1A 20 To connect a charcoal filter: 1. Load the Teflon ferrules into the nut. The nut and ferrules are supplied with the filter. See Figu

074-579-P1A 21 2. USING THE MicroFID II MicroFID II Feature Layout The photograph below shows the basic layout of the MicroFID II Version components

074-579-P1A 22 Using the MicroFID II Battery Charger READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE CHARGER The MicroFID II battery charger is

074-579-P1A 23 HOW TO USE THE CHARGER The Charger is started by connecting the battery pack to the charger. Once connected, the indicator LED will

074-579-P1A 24 To Charge the Battery 1. To charge the MicroFID II battery, unscrew the cover for the charging connector cap. 2. Connect the char

074-579-P1A 25 NOTE: The MicroFID II will not operate without the charging connector cap in place. NOTE: The MicroFID II will not operate with the

074-579-P1A 26 WARNING Hydrogen storage on the metal oxide is an Exothermic Reaction. The cylinder may become hot during the initial fill. Care mu

074-579-P1A 27 Table 2. Charging Time and Usage Time WARNING Use only the MicroFID II Hydrogen Fill Station p/n A1201222 to fill the hydrogen cy

074-579-P1A 28 CAUTION: When filling the MicroFID II Hydrogen Cylinder, ensure that the hydrogen cylinder on/off valve is completely open in the cou

074-579-P1A 29 NOTE: Read through this section before filling the hydrogen fuel cylinder. Store the hydrogen supply tank in a well ventilated area,

074-579-P1A 3 Release History Part Number Release Publication Date MN201103 A 6 September 2011 074-579-P1 A 16 October 2012 Customer Service IN

074-579-P1A 30 Filling the Hydrogen Fuel Cylinder 1. Rotate the output valve to point toward the main cylinder of hydrogen (Filling Position)

074-579-P1A 31 Figure 10. Hydrogen Fuel Cylinder Connected to Filling Station Hydrogen Tank Valve Warning: Do not adjust this regul

074-579-P1A 32 Installing the Hydrogen Fuel Cylinder in the MicroFID II_____________________________ 1. If the hydrogen fuel cylinder retention pla

074-579-P1A 33 WARNING The hydrogen fuel cylinder retention plate MUST be installed on the MicroFID II to retain the intrinsic safety rating. 6.

074-579-P1A 34 8. The MicroFID II will automatically start with “MicroFID II Setup” on the main display. Simply press the middle red soft key (“meas

074-579-P1A 35 Preparing for Field Operation Field Check List The following items should be carried into the field to reduce or eliminate instrument

074-579-P1A 36 Operational Check List Before beginning field work, set up and calibrate the MicroFID II for your particular application. Ensure the

074-579-P1A 37 3. USER FUNCTIONS Display The MicroFID II has a graphic display for reporting detected concentrations and to guide you through confi

074-579-P1A 38 main menu Menu Function Displays Figure 12. The MicroFID II Main M

074-579-P1A 39 MicroFID II Setup Menu Audio ON Audio OFF Pump ON Pump OFF Method 21 Logging Off Location Interval Optional Air ON Optional Air OFF

074-579-P1A 4 Table of Contents FOR YOUR SAFETY ...

074-579-P1A 40 Figure 15. Shut Down MicroFID II Menu Figure 16. View Menu Shut Down MicroFID II Shut down in process Press ‘next’ soft

074-579-P1A 41 main menu Keys Fixed ON/OFF Key The ON/OFF key is used to both power on

074-579-P1A 42 enter password Numeric Value, Duration, Time and Date Entry In cases wher

074-579-P1A 43 MicroFID II Display Description Flame Icon with line through it Flame has been extinguished and needs to be relit TVOC high level al

074-579-P1A 44 enter password User Interface – Basic Menu The MicroFID II is designed fo

074-579-P1A 45 1/02/09 location 14:45 1/02/09

074-579-P1A 46 1/02/09 method 21 14:45 1/02/09 metho

074-579-P1A 47 1/02/09 method 21 14:45 1/02/09 method 21

074-579-P1A 48 meth 21 status user to compare the Leak Definition with the Corrected value. Once the c

074-579-P1A 49 enter password The MicroFID II has the ability to change log modes withou

074-579-P1A 5 3. USER FUNCTIONS ...

074-579-P1A 50 To delete data logged in the MicroFID II 1. Press the MENU key. 2. Use the DOWN ARROW key to choose “Data Log Options”, and then pr

074-579-P1A 51 d) Response Factor = e) Alarm Level = f) Formula Weight = g) CR LF = Carriage Return and Line Feed are accomplished by pressing th

074-579-P1A 52 MicroFID II Setup Functions MicroFID II Setup functions are used to select the MicroFID II features (See Figure 14). There are fou

074-579-P1A 53 To turn on the pump: 1. Press the MENU soft key, “MicroFID II Setup”, press SELECT, “Pump”, press SELECT, “On”, then press SELECT. T

074-579-P1A 54 enter password Clock The Clock function is used to set both the current d

074-579-P1A 55 Date Format The date format can be expressed either as MM/DD/YYYY, or as DD/MM/YYYY. Using either the Up or Down arrow soft key, ch

074-579-P1A 56 memory slot 1 Compound Selection and Response Factors The response of a fla

074-579-P1A 57 Edit H2 Timer The H2 Timer is used to count down the number of hours of use remaing in the hydrogen fule cylinder. Each time the hydr

074-579-P1A 58 MicroFID II Calibration Calibration Technical Description The MicroFID II will always detect all ionizable compounds present in a sa

074-579-P1A 59 Methane in air is recommended as span gas. However, Hexane or Propane can also be used as span gas. The choice is made from the Cali

074-579-P1A 6 5. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ... 74 Ma

074-579-P1A 60 6. Open the regulator by turning the valve counter clockwise, until the ball is approximately 1/8” (3 mm) from its rest position.

074-579-P1A 61 Alternative Calibration with Gas Bag Preparing the Calibration Gas Bag and the Zero Air Bag Connecting the MicroFID II with calibrat

074-579-P1A 62 4. Loosen the knurled nut on the reducing union of the bag adapter. NOTE: Do not remove the nut from the union, as the Teflon ferrul

074-579-P1A 63 select span gas 9. Disconnect the gas bag from the gas bag adapter and empty the

074-579-P1A 64 connect zero zero cal zero too high 3. Connect the suppl

074-579-P1A 65 edit span connect span spam level 6. The MicroFID II the

074-579-P1A 66 calibrate span span error span completed 8. The unit w

074-579-P1A 67 upon completion of calibration, the unit will revert to the User Mode edit Interval timing screen again. If the user wishes to go int

074-579-P1A 68 4. The following screen will appear: Connect the MicroFID II to your zero air supply and open the valve to the zero air supply. Th

074-579-P1A 69 8. This screen will automatically appear: Press next once you attach the first span gas. 9. The MicroFID II will automatically en

074-579-P1A 7 For Your Safety Strictly follow the Instructions for Use Any use of this instrument requires a full understanding and strict adheren

074-579-P1A 70 12. Attach span gas as instructed. 13. The MicroFID II will automatically enter span gas 2. 14. Once the last calibration st

074-579-P1A 71 TARE selection It is not unusual that, under normal operating conditions, the zero setting on the MicroFID II may drift below zero. T

074-579-P1A 72 Enabling Blue Tooth Communication Users of Computer/PDA datalogging software programs will need to perform the following steps in or

074-579-P1A 73 Select Real Time Data output ON, then select the Back option 2 times to enter the top level menu or select Measure to resume direct m

074-579-P1A 74 5. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The following section outlines the procedures for proper maintenance of the MicroFID II. Maintenance Interval

074-579-P1A 75 Maintenance of the Flame Ionization Detector The MicroFID II detector is a not a field replaceable unit (FRU) and should not be servi

074-579-P1A 76 3. Replace the filter housing. 4. Calibrate all Cal Memories that you are using before continuing operation. NOTE: Do not oper

074-579-P1A 77 Yearly Service Evaluation INFICON advises that the MicroFID II be sent to INFICON Service once a year for preventive maintenance and

074-579-P1A 78 7. TROUBLE SHOOTING General Information If you have a service related question about the MicroFID II, consult this manual first. If y

074-579-P1A 79 Flame out may also occur when sampling enclosed or confined spaces where vapors and gases cannot escape. Watch for

074-579-P1A 8 Notices and Warnings FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device, purs

074-579-P1A 80 Cause: Ambient air is contaminated. Action: If you are unsure about the quality of the ambient air, use a charcoal filter

074-579-P1A 81 Problem: Date and time settings are not retained. Cause: The MicroFID II has not been used for 3 months or more and the internal batt

074-579-P1A 82 Problem: Sample flow rate varies from 600 ml/min. +/- 10%. Cause: Inlet filter has not been installed. Action: Install an inlet

074-579-P1A 83 If you will be using the MicroFID II in a highly contaminated area where it is possible the oxygen content is below 10%, w

074-579-P1A 84 8. APPENDICES MicroFID II Specifications OperatingTemperature Range ... 32°F (0°C) to 122°F (50°C) Operating Humidit

074-579-P1A 85 Monitoring Software Monitoring software compatibility: ... Communicates wirelessly with INFICON’s FirstFID software system.

074-579-P1A 86 MicroFID II Telescoping Probe Holder Installation Guide 1. Position the MicroFID II so that the back of the instrument is facing you

074-579-P1A 87 MicroFID II Shoulder Strap Adaptor Kit Installation Guide 1. Kit Includes: a. One Shoulder Strap b. Two Clip Adapters c. Four Sc

074-579-P1A 88 Warranty The MicroFID II is warranted for one year against defects in materials and workmanship. INFICON warrants that its manufactur

074-579-P1A 89 Contacting INFICON To place an order, check the status of an order, obtain current pricing and availability Service and repair of yo

074-579-P1A 9 WARNING If there is any indication of physical damage to the MicroFID II after it has been dropped, the unit must be checked out by