ANTEK

ANTEK® Industrial Instruments, Inc.
Model R 6000 S
Sulfur in Carbon Dioxide
Installation/Operation/Service
Manual
Table of Contents
Theory of Operations ............................................................................. 3
Requirements for Operation.................................................................. 4
Controls and Indications ..................................................................... 5-7
Installation.............................................................................................. 8
Pyrolysis Tube Installation ............................................................... 9-10
Initial Start-up Procedure ............................................................... 11-12
Calibrating the Analyzer...................................................................... 13
Service Procedures..................................................................... 14-31

PMT High Voltage Adjustment....................................................... 14
Signal Conditioning PC Board, Initial Setup.................................. 15
Sulfur Detector Removal and Replacement ................................... 16
Photomultiplier Tube Removal and Replacement .......................... 17
Pre-Amplifier Assembly Removal and Replacement ...................... 18
Fluorescence Chamber Assembly Removal and Replacement ...... 19
UV Lamp Nulling Procedure...................................................... 20-21
UV Lamp Removal and Replacement............................................. 22
UV Power Supply Removal and Replacement Procedure .............. 23
Thermoelectric Cooler Removal and Replacement ....................... 24
Temperature Sensor Removal and Replacement ........................... 25
Lens Cleaning Procedure, Fluorescence Chamber........................ 26
Light Leak Testing Procedure ........................................................ 27
Gas Leak Testing ............................................................................ 28
Temperature Programming Procedure .......................................... 29
Temperature Controller Settings............................................... 29-30
Calibrating the Analyzer ................................................................. 31
Adjusting Full Scale Range............................................................. 32
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 33-39
Addendum/Drawings............................................................................ 40
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R 6000 S Manual 6/99
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THEORY OF OPERATION
This instrument was designed as a flow through analyzer. Solenoid valves are used to select whether zero gas,
span gas, or sample gas is directed to the pyro tube in the furnace where the sample is pyrolyzed with an excess
of oxygen, which converts all the components in the sample to permanent gases. Sulfur compounds are broken
down to sulfur dioxide (SO2), and any hydrocarbons are converted to carbon dioxide (CO2) and water. A
membrane dryer that is located between the furnace and the detectors in the gas stream removes excess water.
The pyrolyzed and dried gas stream enters the Sulfur Fluorescence chamber where it is exposed to an ultraviolet
source. When excited by the proper wavelength UV light, SO2 will fluoresce, and emit a specific wavelength of
light. Because a filter lens allows only the appropriate wavelength of light to reach the photomultiplier tube
(PMT), the current produced by the PMT is proportional to the amount of SO2 being fluoresced.
The output of the photomultiplier tube is connected to a signal conditioning board, which converts it to a usable
indication of response.
Analysis of the sample stream is accomplished by generating a linear curve based on the response of the zero
gas compared to the response of the span gas and then plotting the sample’s response on that curve. The
response curve is automatically reconstructed each time the instrument is calibrated. Since the response curve is
based on the detector’s response, the calibration should be checked regularly to insure the accuracy of the
analysis.
Sensitivity of the detector can be affected by:
• Sample flow rate; the higher the flow rate-up to about 800 cc/min. - the higher the sensitivity.
• Ambient temperature; cooler temperatures increase the sensitivity and stability of the detector.
• PMT high voltage setting; the higher the voltage level the greater the sensitivity but the background noise
also increases.
• The condition of the UV lamp; the greater the intensity of the UV light produced the better the sensitivity.
• The positioning of the UV lamp; sensitivity is best when the lamp is nulled. If the lamp is not correctly,
positioned, more scattered light is produced in the fluorescence chamber that masks SO2 response as noise.
• Contamination of the fluorescence chamber or sampling; system; contaminants can either add to the
background noise, leach out SO2 from the sample before it reaches the fluorescence chamber or interfere
with the fluorescence reaction.
• Leaks in the system; leaks can either dilute the sample or change the flow rate.
• Light leaks in fluorescence chamber of PMT housing; light leaks will increase the background noise.
• Condition of the membrane dryer; if the membrane dryer is not properly removing the moisture from the
sample, sensitivity will be decreased.
The overall sensitivity of the detector is expected to slowly decrease over time. This is mostly due to the aging
of the UV lamp and to a lesser degree the aging of the PMT, the membrane dryer, and any chemical changes to
the fluorescence chamber coating that may occur due to reactions with the sample stream. The sensitivity of the
instrument should be restored with the replacement of the aged components.
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Requirements for Operation
• Voltage
230 VAC + 10%, 50/60 Hz, voltage swings should be less than 10%.
• Current
Service at greater than 8 Amps.
• Environment
Instrument should be located in a dry, climate controlled area. For best results ambient
temperature should not change by more than 5oC during a day or by more then 15oC during the year.
• Oxygen Gas
99.9% pure dry oxygen for pyro conversion and ozone generation.
• Span/Standard Gas
Carbon dioxide balance with a known amount of sulfur mixed in. Concentration of the standard should
be near the expected concentration of the sample.
• Zero Gas
Carbon dioxide free of sulfur impurities.
• Sample Gas
The gas that is to be analyzed.
• Sampling System
Is required to deliver 800 cc/min. of zero, span or sample gas when that stream is being analyzed. It is
extremely important that the flow rate of all the streams be the same. Any difference in flow rates will
cause a proportional error in the results. Gas streams should be filtered to five (5) microns before they
enter the detector.
Because SO2 is readily absorbed (leached) by most metals care should be taken to minimize the use of
metals in the sampling systems. Metal in the sampling system can cause inaccurate (usually low) results
or cause lag in response when concentrations change. Plastic tubing should be used anywhere that
temperature, pressure or other safety considerations do not prohibit it’s use.
If metal must be used, nickel is the best choice. Stainless steel is an alternative, but only if nickel is not
available. Brass or copper should not be used.
Also, any dead volumes should be eliminated as best as possible. Dead volumes in the sample system
will also cause a lag in response.
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Controls and Indicators
Detector Module
• Power Switch
Turns on or off all power used by the detector module.
• PMT Temperature Controller:

Temperature controllers for maintaining preset temperatures on the photomultiplier tubes. The actual
temperatures are displayed, preset temperatures can be changed, if necessary.
• High Voltage Switch

Turns on or off high voltage power supply for the PM tube.
• U/V Switch
Turns on or off power to operate the UV lamp.
• ON/OFF Gain Switch

Used to control the gain of the PMT. ON position makes the PMT one hundred times more sensitive than
the OFF position
• Sensitivity Selection Switch

Controls the sensitivity of the conditioning board to allow for different ranges of concentration. The signal
level from the PMT is multiplied by the number selected on the switch.
• Span Dial
Used to adjust the detectors response curve to match the calibration curve.
• Level Meter
Displays a value that is proportional to the 4-20 mA output. If R11 on the conditioning board is properly
adjusted the value displayed will be equal to concentration. The meter will display from -1999 to + 1999.
• Auto Zero Button

When pressed it forces the detector’s voltage output(s) to zero volts and/or 4mA.
• Zeroing Light (located on auto zero button)

Is illuminated when the instrument is forcing it outputs to zero. Remains lit unit zero is reached.
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Furnace Module
• Power Switch
Turns on or off all power used by the furnace module.
• Furnace Temperature Controller

Sets and maintains furnace temperature.
• Sample/Calibrate Switch
Selects either the sample stream or one of the cal. streams (zero or span depending on zero/span switch
setting) for analysis. Sample position de-energizes the solenoid valve.
• Zero/Span Switch
Selects either the zero stream or the cal. stream for analysis when the sample/calibrate switch is in the
calibrate position. Zero position de-energizes the solenoid valve.
• Sample Backpressure Regulator

Controls the amount of sample gas, zero gas, or span gas being introduced into the detector.
• Sample Backpressure Gauge

Indicates the pressure that the sample backpressure regulator is controlling.
• Sample Flow Rotometer

Indicates the amount of sample gas, zero gas, or span gas that is being introduced to the analyzer.
• Pyro Rotometer
Indicates and controls the amount of oxygen supplied to the pyrotube for combustion.
• Dryer Rotometer
Indicates and controls the amount of argon (or other dry gas) supplied to the membrane dryer as cross flow.
• Low Oxygen Alarm Light

Indicates low oxygen pressure (below 28 psig). It also indicates high furnace temperature and low
total gas flow (See Alarm Indications on next page).
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Alarm Indications
A mechanical contact open is provided as a common trouble alarm for the following conditions.
• Low Furnace Temperature

Alarm is provided when furnace temperature is below 980ºC.
• High Furnace Temperature

Alarm is provided when furnace temperature is above 1125° C.
• Furnace Over-Temperature
Alarm is provided when the furnace temperature exceeds 1150º C. A relay on the 58903 Interface Board
located in the furnace section will open, and in turn, open a relay that provides power to the furnace.
Effectively, power to the furnace is lost and the furnace will begin to cool. This is latching alarm. The
instrument must be turned OFF and the furnace allowed to cool below 1150° C before the alarm will
unlatch.
• Low Oxygen Pressure

Alarm is provided when the oxygen pressure decreases below 28 psig.
• Low Total Gas Flow

Alarm is provided when sample flow is lost.
The Low Oxygen alarm light on the front panel of the furnace module provides a visual indication of low oxygen
pressure. It also provides a visual indication for high furnace temperature and low total gas flow. The will
illuminate and flash as follows:
• Low Oxygen Pressure: Light ON steady
• Low Total Gas Flow: Light ON three seconds-OFF one second
• High Furnace Temperature: Light ON one second-OFF three seconds
• Low Furnace Temperature: No light. Temperature controller serves as a visual

indication.
Note: If two or more fault conditions exist simultaneously, the light will be ON steady.
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Installation
1. Inspect the instrument for any obvious damages from shipping.
A. Check for dents and broken components.

B. Check that all components are firmly held in place.
C. Check all gas fittings for proper tightness.
2. Determine where the instrument is to be located and secure it in place. If components are to be
stacked, the detector module should be located below the furnace module. The furnace and detector
modules should be separated by a minimum of two (2) inches. The front, rear, and top of the enclosure
should provide sufficient ventilation for the dissipation of heat from the furnace and detector modules.
Locate the scrubber tube and mount it vertically near the back of the analyzer.
Note: All regulators that are used in this installation should be clean, and free of any cleaning
solvent. Purge all of the gas lines with clean, dry gas before connecting to the instrument.
3. Connect oxygen, zero gas, span gas and sample lines to their respective fittings on the back of the
furnace module.
4. Connect “Sample to Detector” fitting on the back of the furnace module to the “Detector In” fitting on
the detector module with 1/8” Teflon tubing.
5. Connect “Detector Vent” fitting on the back of the detector module to the inlet side of the
Hopcalite/Drierite scrubber tube and the outlet of the scrubber tube to the “Argon IN” fitting on the
back of the furnace module. On newer instruments (after Serial Number 238) the “Argon IN” label has
been changed to “Dryer IN”. The inlet side of the scrubber tube is the Hopcalite (black material) if the
scrubber tube is not marked.
6. If necessary, plumb the vent fittings on the back of each module with separate lines to a safe location at
atmospheric pressure.
7. Connect the 4-20 mA and/or 0-10V monitoring devices to the signal out terminal block that is located
on the back of the detector module.
Note: If current in the loop cannot be allowed to exceed 20 mA, the jumper in the R48 position
of the control board needs to be replaced with a resistor. The value of the resistor (R48) is
determined by R48 = 750 ohm - loop resistance.
8. Connect a power cord to each module and to an adequate supply; greater than 5 Amps for the detector
module, and greater than 10 Amps for the furnace module. If a single circuit is used it must be rated
greater than 15Amps.
9. Use pyrotube installation procedure to install the pyrolysis tube.

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Pyrolysis Tube Installation
1. Turn power to the furnace OFF and let it cool to a safe temperature.
Danger: Severe burns can result if the furnace is hot.
Caution: Disconnect analyzer from power source. Severe shock hazard may exist if working in/on
unit while power is applied.
2. Remove the top cover from the furnace module.
3. Loosen the two knurled screws on the top of the hinged furnace front panel and allow it to pivot down
to the open position.
4. Clean the outside of the pyrolysis tube with acetone or alcohol and allow it to dry.
5. Slide the ball joint end of the pyrolysis tube into the front opening of the furnace until the pyrolysis tube
is centered in the furnace.
Caution: Remove the O-ring on the pyro tube if the furnace is hot, or it will be damaged.
6. Place a pair of clay end pieces around the pyrolysis tube and in the furnace hole on both ends of the
furnace and slide a retaining clip over each end piece.
7. Place the 1/4” fitting (with a Teflon ferrule) that is on the tubing to the left (when facing front of unit) on
the pyro oxygen arm of the pyrolysis tube (arm closest to center of the pyrotube).
8. Place the 1/4” fitting (with a Teflon ferrule) on the tubing to the right (when facing front of unit) on the
inlet arm of the pyrolysis tube (arm closest to end of pyrotube).
9. Install the 1/8” Teflon tubing with the glass elbow attached at the other end into the open 1/8” fitting on
the membrane dryer (if not already installed).
10. Ensure that the o-ring is installed on the ball joint of the pyrolysis tube. Place the glass elbow on the ball
joint and secure in place with a ball joint clamp.
11. Perform gas leak testing procedure.
SEE DRAWING ON FOLLOWING PAGE
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Initial Start Up Procedure
1. Set furnace power switch ON:
A. Temperature controller for the furnace will begin displaying.
B. Press PV/SV button to light SV (Main Setpoint Variable) indicator. SV should be set to 1000°
C. If SV is not 1000° C, press the up arrow (∧) below the digit that is to be changed and
increment its value. Set SV to 1000° C and press ENT.
C. Displayed temperature will start increasing to the set value of 1000° C.
D. Instr4ument will be in alarm status until the furnace temperature exceeds 980° C.
E. Once the furnace has reached operating temperature and maintained it for 30 minutes, it will be
necessary to AUTOTUNE the temperature controller. Refer to the TEMPERATURE
CONTROLLER SETTINGS in the SERVICE PROCEDURE section of this manual
2. Set detector module power switch to ON:

A. Level meters should begin displaying.
B. Zeroing light (located on auto zero button) may light for several seconds.
C. Power is supplied to the fans.
D. Temperature controller for the detector will begin displaying.
1. Displayed temperature will start decreasing to the set value of 10° C.
2. If SV is not 10° C, use the procedure above to set it to 10° C.
3. Set H/V switch to ON:

A. The number displayed on the level meter may increase in the positive direction. (The
number may peak at a higher value than it settles at).
4. Set UV switch to the ON position.

A. After several minutes the number displayed on the sulfur level will start increasing in the positive
direction.
Note: If the lamp was cold (had not been lit) it will take at least 30 minutes for the UV lamp’s
intensity to stabilize.
5. Set sensitivity knob to 50.
6. Place On/Off gain switch to ON, and press the auto zero button.
A. Zeroing light illuminates until a level of zero is reached.
B. The absolute value displayed on the level meter decreases towards zero (0.0)
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7. Turn on gases. Set pressures and flows.
A. Supply oxygen pressure at 35 psi.
B. Set pyro rotometer for 2.5.
C. Supply sample, span and zero gas pressures at 35 psi.
D. Set Sample/Cal switch to Sample
E. Set backpressure regulator to 9 psi.
F. Adjust flowmeter to 1.0.
G. Re-adjust backpressure regulator back to 9.0 psi, if necessary.
H. Set Sample/Cal switch to Cal.
I. Set Zero/Span switch to Zero.
J. Monitor flowmeter for 1.0. If flowmeter does not read 1.0, adjust regulator at cylinder.
K. Set Zero/Span switch to Span.
L. Monitor flowmeter for 1.0. If flowmeter does not read 1.0, adjust regulator at cylinder.
M. Set Sample /Cal switch to Sample and Zero/Span switch to Zero.
N. Adjust flowmeter to 1.0.
O. Set backpressure regulator to 9 psi.
Note: The Sample/Calibration System is now adjusted. When switching between sample and
calibration gases the flowmeter and backpressure should maintain the same value.
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Calibrating the Analyzer
Note: Make sure instrument has been running for at least twenty (30) minutes after all settings have
been achieved before making any adjustments.
A. Set Zero
1. Set sample/calibrate switch to calibrate; set zero/span switch to zero.

2. Verify Sample flowmeter at 1.0.
Note: The sample flowmeter will allow sample, span and zero gases flow through when the
appropriate solenoids are switched/activated.
3. After detector output has stabilized for five minutes (shown by a consistent reading on the level meter or
an auxiliary recorder), press the auto zero button.
4. Once the auto zero light goes out, observe that the detector maintains 0.0 on the level meter or
4.0 mA on the current loop for a two minutes.
B. Set Span
1. Leave sample/calibrate switch in the calibrate position and set zero/span switch to span position.
Note: The sample flowmeter and backpressure regulator should be at the same setting that was used
on the zero gas.
2. After the detector output has stabilized for five minutes, adjust the span dial to obtain the appropriate
setting that corresponds to the concentration of the span gas.
3. Allow the span gas to flow through for two minutes to ensure the level display maintains stable and close
to the concentration of the span gas.
Note: Repeat the Zero and Span steps once again to ensure the level display returns to the
appropriate settings.
Note: Decimal point can be added or removed by a jumper on JP3, JP4, or JP5
C. Normal Operation
1. Return sample/calibrate switch to sample for normal operation.

2. Return zero/span switch back to zero to de-energize the solenoid valve when not in use.
Note: The sample flowmeter and backpressure regulator should be at the same setting that was
used for calibrating the analyzer.
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Service Procedures
PMT High Voltage Adjustment
In the event that the PMT High Voltage needs to be changed, the following steps should be taken.
1. Remove the top cover of the detector module.

2. Turn the high voltage switch to the OFF position.
3. Locate the High Voltage Module.
4. Set voltmeter to 1000VDC (or greater) scale, and connect it between white testpoint TP3 and black
testpoint TP4.
WARNING: Extreme care should be taken while working inside the Electronics Module with power
applied. Both low and high voltages are present in this module and an electrical shock hazard may
exist.
5. Turn the High Voltage switch to the ON position.

6. While monitoring the voltage with the voltmeter, use the R2 trimpot on the High Voltage PC Board to
set the High Voltage to the desired value.
NOTE: If the black (negative) lead of the meter was connected to the black testpoint (TP4), the
meter will display negative voltage.
7. Turn the High Voltage switch to the OFF position and remove the voltmeter leads.
8. Turn the High Voltage switch to the ON position.
9. Perform calibration procedure.
10. Resume normal operation.
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Signal Conditioning Board Initial Set-up
Factory Setting: Adjustment by user should not be necessary.
1. This adjustment requires that the power, the sensitivity selector and
auto zero controls are connected to the board. Also the board needs either an
input from a photomultiplier tube preamplifier, or an input from a millivolt source set for
25mV to 200mV.
2. Turn on power to the board and check that proper voltage is being supplied.
3. Adjust R49 towards the center of it's adjustment range if the zeroing
light is still lit after several seconds.
4. a. Momentarily short 5 volts (one side of JP2, JP3 or JP4) to pin 14 of

u7, u8 or u9 (any of the 47193's).
b. Measure voltage between TP1 & TP2
c. Adjust R50 for 0.0 mVDC
5. a. Set sensitivity selector to 50 and then press auto zero button while observing
the voltage between J2 pin 1 and J2 pin 2 or between U1 pin 7 and TP1
and note what voltage zeroing stops at.
b. Make a 1/4 turn adjustment in either direction to R49 and press auto zero button.
c. Determine if the voltage it stops at is closer to zero volts (0.0VDC) or further from it.
d. Keep adjusting R49 in the direction of 0.0VDC and pressing the auto
Zero button until 0.0VDC + 2mV is obtained.
e. Change input voltage (change millivolt supply setting or turn high

voltage on or off if the board is installed in a system) to cause a
shift in the output voltage measured at J2 (or a change in the level meter, if installed.
f. Press auto zero button again:
1. If J2 voltage doesn't return to zero volts, repeat this procedure from step 5d.
2. If J2 output returns to zero volts, the board is adjusted and is working properly.
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Sulfur Detector Removal and Replacement
In the event the sulfur detector module needs replacement, the following steps should be taken:
1. Turn the power switch to the OFF position and remove the power cord from the detector module.
WARNING: If power is applied while servicing internal components, a severe electrical shock hazard
may exist.
2. Locate the defective sulfur detector module.

3. Remove the UV Lamp leads from their terminal block.
4. Remove the defective sulfur detector module by loosening the knurled screws holding it to the mounting
plate.
5. Carefully remove all connectors, cables, interconnecting wiring, and interconnecting tubing associated
with the defective sulfur detector module, noting their location and orientation.
NOTE: At this point the sulfur detector may be repaired or replaced with a good assembly.
6. Install the new/repaired sulfur detector module along with all connectors, cables, interconnecting wiring,
and interconnecting tubing.
CAUTION: Ensure that all interconnections are properly installed. Improper connections may
cause damage to system components.
7. Reconnect UV Lamp leads in terminal block.

8. Secure sulfur detector module back in place.
9. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new sulfur detector module.
10. Perform UV Lamp Null Procedure if the lamp might have been moved.
11. Recalibrate the instrument.
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Photomultiplier Tube Removal and Replacement
In the event the sulfur or nitrogen detector PMT needs replacement, the following steps should be taken:
WARNING: If power is applied while servicing internal components, a severe electric shock hazard
may exist.
2. Use the sulfur detector removal and replacement procedure to remove the appropriate detector.
3. Unscrew preamplifier assembly from the PMT housing of the detector.
CAUTION: The PMT is extremely light sensitive. All operations involving the exposure of the
PMT should be conducted in darkness or a very low light situation.
4. Carefully extract the PMT from the housing and unplug it from the socket.
5. Install the new PMT into the socket and insert the end plate assembly into the PMT housing.
6. Screw preamplifier into PMT housing.
7. Replace all connectors and cables.
CAUTION: Ensure that all interconnections are properly installed. Improper connections may cause
damage to system components.
8. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new PMT.
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Pre-Amplifier Assembly Removal and Replacement
In the event the sulfur or nitrogen detector pre-amplifier needs replacement, the following steps should be taken:
WARNING: If power is applied while servicing internal components, a severe electrical shock
hazard may exist.
2. Use the Sulfur Detector Removal and Replacement Procedure to remove the detector.
3. Unscrew the preamplifier assembly from the PMT housing.
4. Carefully extract the PMT from the housing and unplug it from the socket.
5. Install the PMT into the socket of the new pre-amp and insert into the PMT housing.
6. Screw the preamplifier assembly into the PMT housing.
7. Replace all connectors and cables.
8. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new pre-amplifier assembly.
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Fluorescence Chamber Assembly Removal
In the event the sulfur chamber assembly needs service or replacement, the following steps should be taken:
may exist.
2. Use the sulfur detector removal and replacement procedure to remove the sulfur detector.
3. Remove the reaction chamber assembly from the front side of the PMT housing by twisting the reaction
chamber assembly 120º clockwise.
4. Carefully extract the fluorescence chamber assembly from the housing, noting its orientation.
At this point the fluorescence chamber can be repaired or replaced with a good assembly.
5. Install the new or repaired fluorescence chamber assembly into the PMT housing.
6. Install the sulfur detector module into the instrument.
7. Replace all connectors, cables, interconnecting wiring, and interconnecting tubing.
8. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new or repaired reaction chamber
assembly.
9. Recalibrate the instrument
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UV Lamp Nulling Procedure
In the event that the UV Lamp has been serviced or moved, the following steps should be taken.
1. Turn the Power switch to the ON position. Remove the top cover of the detector module.
WARNING: Extreme care should be taken while working inside the detector module with the power
applied. Both low and high voltages are present in this module and an electric shock hazard may
exist.
2. Assure the Sulfur Level Meter has a display. If Auto Zeroing didn't occur with power up, press
Auto Zero button and observe that the Zeroing Light illuminates and that the number on the
Level Meter is adjusted towards zero (0.0).
3. Set the Sensitivity knob to 1.
4. Set the High/Low Gain switch to High.
5. Turn on the PMT High Voltage.
6. Switch on power to the UV lamp.
7. Wait approximately 30 minutes to allow the UV lamp and PMT to stabilize.
CAUTION: Do not look at the UV lamp source while illuminated. This may cause permanent
damage to the eyes.
8. Depress the Auto Zero button to bring the Level Meter to zero. If level meter will not go to zero, set
the High/Low Gain switch to Low, Sensitivity knob to 50, and press the Auto Zero button again.
9. Loosen the UV lamp housing "null adjustment screw" on the housing bracket.
10. Slowly move the UV lamp housing along the slide bracket while observing the signal
level meter (Press the auto zero button as needed to keep the level meter on scale).
As the lamp is moved towards the PMT-Tube housing the signal level will drop very
rapidly until the lamp moves just past the point where it would be centered. Once this point is reached,
set the High/Low gain switch to High, sensitivity knob to 50 and press the auto-zero button.
NOTE: If the bracket is moved too far from the centered position, the level will decrease because
the lamp is no longer lighting the chamber.
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11. Continue to move the UV lamp housing towards the photomultiplier tube housing and observe that the
signal level is dropping as the lamp is moved. Look for a lamp position that the signal level either does
not change much or drops slightly lower than the next position towards the photomultiplier tube housing.
This is the null point and the UV lamp housing should be locked in this position. If a low or flat position
is not found continue to move the lamp towards the photomultiplier tube housing and secure the UV
lamp housing in the last position that does not expose the UV lamp’s light.
12. You now have set the UV lamp to the most optically sensitive position.
13. Perform the startup procedure to confirm proper function of the lamp.
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UV Lamp Replacement
In the event the sulfur UV lamp needs replacement, the following steps should be taken:
may exist.
2. Locate the sulfur detector UV lamp.

3. Carefully disconnect the two UV lamp wires from the terminal block.
4. Remove the UV lamp housing by loosening the null adjustment screw and sliding the housing off of the
slide bracket on the collimating lens assembly.
5. Remove the defective UV lamp from the lamp housing by loosening the securing screw, noting the
orientation of the lamp.
CAUTION: The UV lamp is extremely fragile. Extreme care should be taken with these lamps to
avoid breakage.
6. Clean the new lamp with acetone or methanol and a lint free cloth. Do not touch the quartz envelope of
the lamp with fingers.
7. Install the new UV lamp into the lamp housing.
8. Position the lamp so that one of the windows in the metal electrode will face the reaction chamber and
fix the lamp into place with the securing screw.
9. Replace the UV lamp holder assembly into the instrument.
10. Replace the interconnecting wires.
11. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new UV lamp.
12. Use the UV lamp nulling procedure to null the UV lamp.
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UV/PMT Power Supply Removal and Replacement Procedure
In the event the UV power supply assembly needs service or replacement, the following steps should be taken:
WARNING: Ensure that the power cord has been unplugged from the power source before
continuing. If power is applied while servicing internal components, a severe electric shock hazard
may exist.
2. Locate the defective power supply assembly.

3. Carefully unplug or disconnect all wiring associated with the defective power supply assembly, noting
their location and orientation.
4. Loosen the power supply securing nuts and remove the power supply assembly.
5. Service or replace the UV power supply and install the repaired or new power supply assembly along
with all interconnecting wiring.
6. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the repaired or new power supply
assembly.
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Thermoelectric Cooler Replacement
In the event a detector thermoelectric cooler needs service or replacement, the following steps should be taken:
may exist.
2. Use the sulfur detector assembly removal and replacement procedure to remove the detector.
3. Loosen the two securing screws and carefully remove the aluminum heat transfer assembly and gasket
from the top of the detector housing.
4. Disconnect the red and black cooler power wires at the terminal connector, noting their location, and
remove the thermoelectric cooler.
5. Put a small amount of thermal paste on both sides of the new cooler and install the new thermoelectric
cooler onto the PMT housing.
6. Replace the gasket and aluminum heat transfer assembly and carefully tighten the two securing screws.
Ensure that the screws are tightened evenly and that the pressure is evenly distributed to the cooler.
CAUTION: Do not over-tighten these screws. Tighten only enough to make good thermal contact.
Over-tightening may cause damage to the thermoelectric cooler.
7. Install the red and black wires onto the terminal connector.
8. Reinstall the detector assembly module.

9. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new thermoelectric cooler.
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Temperature Sensor Replacement
In the event a detector temperature sensor needs service or replacement, the following steps should be taken:
2. Use the sulfur detector assembly removal and replacement procedure to remove detector.
may exist.
3. Locate the temperature sensor (by the barrier terminal).

4. Carefully remove any silicone sealant at the top of the temperature sensor hole.
5. Disconnect the two sensor wires at the terminal connector, noting their location, and remove the
temperature sensor.
6. Put a small amount of thermal paste on the new sensor and install the new temperature sensor
completely into the PMT housing.
7. Carefully seal the top of the hole with black silicone sealant.
CAUTION: The sensor hole must be sealed completely to avoid light leaks.
8. Install the two sensor wires onto the terminal connector.
9. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the new temperature sensor.
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Fluorescence Chamber Lens Cleaning Procedure
In the event the lens in the sulfur chamber needs cleaning or replacement, the following steps should be taken:
may exist.
2. Use the fluorescence chamber assembly removal procedure to remove the fluorescence chamber.
3. Remove the collimating lens assembly and carefully remove the lens assembly and the interference filter,
noting their location.
4. Remove the four screws securing the fluorescence lens assembly and carefully remove the lens assembly
and the quartz lens, noting their location.
5. Carefully clean all lenses, interference filter, stainless steel insert and the reaction chamber with a soft,
lint-free cloth and a solvent such as acetone or methanol.
6. Dry the lenses, interference filter, and the reaction chamber with a soft, lint-free cloth and ensure that no
particles or lint are on the lenses.
7. Install all new silicone o-rings and install the quartz lens, fluorescence lens assembly, interference filter,
and collimating lens assembly. Secure both lens assemblies with screws.
8. Install the reaction chamber assembly into the PMT housing.
9. Install the sulfur detector module into the instrument.
10. Replace all connectors, cables, interconnecting wiring, and interconnecting tubing.
11. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the repaired fluorescence chamber
assembly.
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Light Leak Testing Procedure
In the event a light leak is suspected, the following steps should be taken to isolate and repair the light leak:
1. Do NOT turn the main power switch to the OFF position.
NOTE: Light leaks can only be detected if the entire detector system is operational.
WARNING: Extreme care should be taken while working inside the Electronics Module with power
applied. Both low and high voltages are present in this module and an electric shock hazard may
exist.
WARNING: The UV source emits potentially harmful ultraviolet radiation. DO NOT LOOK
DIRECTLY AT THE UV SOURCE WITHOUT EYE PROTECTION. Severe eye damage may
result.
2. Locate the detector module suspected of having the light leak(s).

3. Set the detector control parameters as follows:
Sensitivity 50
Gain High
4. Press the Auto Zero button and allow the baseline to settle to the zero point.
5. Locate the light leak(s) using a strong light source (i.e., flashlight, penlight, etc.). Slowly move the light
source over all parts of the reaction chamber and PMT housing until the signal level indicator on the
front panel exhibits a positive deflection. This is the point of the light leak.
NOTE: Carefully test all parts of the reaction chamber and PMT housing. Light leaks may occur in
more than one location.
NOTE: Light leaks usually occur in the vicinity of gas fittings, covers, or o-ring seals. These areas
should be tested carefully.
6. When all light leaks have been identified, turn the main power switch to the OFF position.
7. Disassemble the component containing the light leak and repair the leak by changing the fitting(s), o-
ring(s), etc.
8. Re-assemble the repaired components.
9. Perform the start-up procedure to confirm proper operation of the system.
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Gas Leak Testing
In the event a gas leak in the flow system is suspected, the following procedure should be performed.
1. On the furnace module, close the rotometer for pyro oxygen.

2. Plug the sample vent on the back of the furnace module.
3. Connect a 10-psi gas supply to the sample fitting on the control panel and set the sample/calibrate
switch to sample.
4. Place a plug on the detector vent fitting on the back of the detector module.
5. Observe the sample rotometer ball.
A. If the ball drops to zero there are no significant leaks in this section of the system; Go to Step 6.
B. If the ball doesn’t drop to zero after one to two minutes, there is a leak. Check that all fittings
are tight and use a snoop solution if necessary to locate the leak.
6. Remove the gas line from the sample fitting and place plugs on the sample, zero, and span fittings.
7. Set oxygen pressure to 10 psi.
8. Completely open the pyro rotometer in the furnace module, and observe the rotometer ball.
A. If the ball drops to zero, there are no significant leaks in this section of the system; Go to Step 9.
are tight, , and use a snoop solution if necessary to locate the leak.
9. Set sample/calibrate switch to calibrate and observe the pyro rotometer ball.
are tight, and use a snoop solution if necessary to locate the leak.
10. Set the zero/span switch to span (To zero if it had been in span) and observe the pyro rotometer ball.
are tight, and use a snoop solution if necessary to locate the leak.
11. There should be no leaks that could affect the system. Remove all the plugs and reconnect the gas lines
to their proper fittings. Reset the gas flows and resume normal operation.
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Temperature Programming Procedure
1. Press PV/SV button to light SV (Main Setpoint Variable) indicator.
2. Press the up arrow (/\) below the digit that is to be changed to select it and increment its value.
3. Press the down arrow (\/) to decrement the flashing digit.
4. Select and change the remaining digits as necessary.
5. Press ENT to save the new value.
6. Press PV/SV to display actual temperature (PV indicated).
Temperature Controller Settings
Note: The temperature controller parameters have been set prior to shipment. It is not necessary to
reset any parameters. If it becomes necessary to reset the parameters, use the following
procedure. Complete details about any of these settings may be found in the temperature
controller, operating manual provided with the instrument.
1. Press and release SEL button. Display will read PROG on the Furnace temperature controller or P on the
Detector thermoelectric cooler temperature controller. This is the Primary Menu. If the display reads Pn-1
on either controller, the Secondary Menu has been selected. Press and hold the SEL button to switch
between the Primary and Secondary Menus.
2. Press the up arrow (∧) or the SEL button to toggle through the Menu. At each parameter press the DATA
button to display the current setting. The value for each parameter can be changed by pressing the up
arrow (∧) or the down arrow (\/).
3. After the parameter has been changed, press the ENT button to store the value. If the ENT button is not
pressed, the value will not be changed.
4. Temperature Controller Autotuning
a. Enter the PRIMARY MENU and select the parameter (A7). Press the DATA button. The value
should read zero ( 000 ) and the last zero will begin flashing. Use the up arrow (∧) under the last zero
and change the number from zero to one (1). The display will now read (001) and the one (1) will be
flashing. Press the ENT button. The display will now advance to the next parameter (LoC) and the
decimal point after the C will begin flashing. The AUTOTUNE sequence has now been initiated. Press
the PV/SV button and select PV. The displayed value will oscillate up and down for a short period of
time. Duration of the AUTOTUNE process varies with every application. The process may take
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between 1 and 30 minutes to complete. Refer to the temperature controller operating manual for
complete details.
Temperature Controller Settings
Primary Menu Furnace Detector Secondary Menu Furnace Detector

Setting Setting
ProG OFF N/A P - n1 0 16
P * * P - n2 3 1
C * * P - dF 4.0 4.0
D * * P - SL 0 -150.0
AL 980 0.0 P - SU 1150 400.0
AH 1125 20.0 P – AL 12 12
7C 2 2.0 P – AH 11 11
HyS 1 0.6 P – An 1 0.1
A7 0 0 P – dP 0 2
bAL N/A 0 PUOF 0 0
Ar N/A * SUOF 0 0
LoC 0 0 P–F °C °C
S7A7 OFF N/A FUZY OFF OFF
Su-1 0 N/A dSP1 0 1
7∩1r 0 N/A dSP2 253 253
7∩15 0 N/A dSP3 3 248
Su-2 0 N/A dSP4 0 255
7∩2r 0 N/A dSP5 0 1
7∩25 0 N/A dSP6 168 136
Su-3 0 N/A dSP7 61 125
7∩3r 0 N/A
7∩35 0 N/A
Su-4 0 N/A
7∩4r 0 N/A
7∩45 0 N/A
∩od 0 N/A
(*) These settings are determined during the AUTOTUNE sequence.

dSP1 – dSP7 are default settings from the factory and are not used in this application.
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Calibrating the Analyzer
Note: Make sure instrument has been running for at least twenty (30) minutes after all settings have
been achieved before making any adjustments.
A. Set Zero
1. Set sample/calibrate switch to calibrate; set zero/span switch to zero.

2. Verify Sample flowmeter at 1.0.
Note: The sample flowmeter will allow sample, span and zero gases flow through when the
appropriate solenoids are switched/activated.
3. After the detector output has stabilized for five minutes (shown by a consistent reading on the level
meter or an auxiliary recorder), press the auto zero button.
4. Once the auto zero light goes out, observe that the detector maintains 0.0 on the level meter or
4 mA. on the current loop for a two minutes.
B. Set Span
1. Leave sample/calibrate switch in the calibrate position and set zero/span switch to span position.
Note: The sample flowmeter and backpressure regulator should be at the same setting that was used
on the zero gas.
2. After the detector output has stabilized for five minutes, adjust the span dial to obtain the appropriate
setting that corresponds to the concentration of the span gas.
3. Allow the span gas to flow through for two minutes to ensure the level display maintains stable and close
to the concentration of the span gas.
Note: Repeat the Zero and Span steps once again to ensure the level display returns to the
appropriate settings.
Note: Decimal point can be added or removed by a jumper on JP3, JP4, or JP5
C. Normal Operation
1. Return sample/calibrate switch to sample for normal operation.
2. Return zero/span switch back to zero to de-energize the solenoid valve when not in use.
Note: The sample flowmeter and backpressure regulator should be at the same setting that was
used for calibrating the analyzer.
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Adjusting Full Scale Range
The full-scale range is pre-set at the factory. In the event the full-scale range needs to be changed the following
steps should be taken.
1. Set zero/span switch to SPAN.

A. When the output has stabilized, adjust span dial for an output of 20mA (10VDC) at the
detector output. If necessary change sensitivity setting to reach 20mA (10VDC).
B. Adjust R30 on the conditioning board until full-scale concentration is displayed on the level
meter.
Note: Once set, this adjustment does not normally need to be repeated.
2. Recalibrate the analyzer.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom: No response to span or sample gas
Possible Cause Corrective Action
• UV Lamp not lighted. Check for 12 VDC at UV/PMT power supply. Refer
to drawing for location.
• HV not present. Use High Voltage Adjustment procedure to check

high voltage setting. Check UV/PMT power supply
for 12 VDC.
• Leak in flow system. Use Leak Check procedure to check for leaks.
correct leaks as needed.
• Fluorescent chamber or sample system Inspect and clean as necessary.

is contaminated.
• Furnaces not up to temperature Check PV value on the Temperature controller.

Check Set Value on the Temperature controller.
Check Temperature controller for error messages.
Check AC voltage to furnace.
Check solid state relay.
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Symptom: Poor response to sample or span gases
• UV Lamp is weak or bad. Check response with a new or known good

UV lamp.
• Back pressure has changed. Reset back pressure as necessary.
• High Voltage has changed. Use high voltage adjustment procedure to check
and reset high voltage.
• Gas flows have changed Check gas flows on rotometers and adjust as
necessary.
• Fluorescent chamber or sample Inspect and clean as necessary.

system is contaminated.
• Detector module settings Check for proper settings on the detector module.
have changed. Reset as required.
• PMT is bad. Check response with a new PMT.
• Leak in flow system. Use gas leak check procedure to check for leaks.
Repair leaks as needed.
• High voltage is unstable. Use high voltage adjustment procedure to check

voltage setting and monitor for stability. Replace
High Voltage board if required.
• Back pressure regulator Monitor back pressure gauge for stability.

is not controlling properly. Replace back pressure regulator if needed.
• Moisture is collected in the detector Sample zero or other dry gas overnight.
or in flow system tubing. Proper response will return after the water is
removed.
• Light leak. Use light leak check procedure to check for leaks.
Correct as necessary.
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Symptom: Detector module will not zero (auto zero light stays lit)
• Detector is contaminated. Inspect and clean as needed.
• Sample system is contaminated. Clean sample system.
• High Voltage is too high. Use high voltage adjustment procedure to check.
Adjust as needed.
• Processor board is bad. If board will not zero with signal input shorted, the
processor board is bad.
• Pre-Amp is bad. Replace with new Pre-Amp.
• UV Lamp is not nulled. Use UV Lamp nulling procedure to check. Correct

as needed.
• PMT is bad. Check response with a new PMT-Tube.
• Analog Power Supply is bad. Measure the outputs of the analog power supplies
in the detector enclosure and detector interface
module for +15 volts,-15 volts, and +5 volts.
Replace power supplies as needed.
Symptom: UV Lamp not lit
• UV Lamp fused disconnect is open. Check fused disconnect. Replace fuse as needed.
• Main power breaker is tripped. Check main power breaker. Reset as needed.
• UV/PMT power supply is bad. Check for 12 VDC at power supply.

Replace power supply as needed.
• UV Lamp is bad. If 12 VDC or greater is supplied to lamp and it

doesn’t light, the lamp is bad. Replace lamp.
• UV power supply is bad. If 12 VDC or greater is supplied to the UV

power supply and there is no DC voltage
to the lamp the UV power supply is bad. Replace
the power supply.
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Symptom: Base line drifts on zero gas
• Leaks in flow system. Use gas leak check procedure to check. Repair
as necessary.
• Contamination in detector or Remove detector and clean as necessary.

flow system.
• Water condensed in detector or Sample zero or other dry gas overnight.

flow system. Proper response will return after the water is
removed.
• UV Lamp is unstable. Replace UV Lamp to check
• High voltage is unstable. Monitor high voltage for stability. Replace high
voltage board if necessary.
• Light Leak. Use light leak check procedure to check.. Correct

if necessary.
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Symptom: No High Voltage
• High voltage switch is OFF. Check position of High Voltage switch.
• A fuse is blown Check fuses. Replace as needed.
• High voltage board is bad. If greater than 12 VDC is supplied to the high
Voltage board, and there is no high voltage output (DC)
when the co-axial cable is removed from J1 terminals 1
and 2 the high voltage board is bad.
• High voltage board out of adjustment. Adjust R2 on the high voltage board clockwise
while measuring the high voltage (DC) output on
TP1(-) or TP(+).
• Pre-Amp is shorted. Voltage returns when high voltage cable is

disconnected from the detector module. Replace
pre-amp as needed.
• High Voltage cable is shorted. Voltage returns when high voltage cable is
disconnected from the high voltage board. Replace
cable as needed.
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Symptom: Furnace is not heating
• Breaker is tripped. Check breakers. Reset as necessary.
• Set point on temperature controller Check temperature controller set points. Reset
has changed. to factory settings if necessary.
• Temperature controller is bad. Check output signal (DCV) to solid state relay.
Replace temperature controller as needed.
• Solid state relay is bad. Check for input voltage to relay. Check contact
closure on output. Replace relay if necessary.
• Heater burned out. Check for continuity in heater. Replace heater if

necessary.
• Thermocouple is bad. Temperature controller will display an error code.

See controller manual for explanation of code.
Symptom: Moisture collected in detector or flow system tubing
• Membrane dryer(s) is bad. Replace membrane dryer.
• Dryer flow is too low. Check dryer flowmeter and increase

flow as necessary.
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Symptom: Noisy baseline
• Pre-Amp is bad Replace with a new Pre-Amp.
• PMT-Tube is bad Replace PMT-Tube with a known good one.
• Light leak Use light leak check procedure to check for

Leaks. Correct as necessary.
• High Voltage Power Supply is unstable Use High Voltage Adjustment Procedure to monitor
High Voltage for stability. Replace if necessary.
Symptom: Analyzer doesn’t power up
• Power is not supplied to unit. Use AC voltmeter to check that line voltage is
supplied to the analyzer power input terminal
block. Refer to drawing for location.
• Main Power Breaker is tripped. Check Main Power Breaker. If Breaker doesn’t
reset: Isolate bad circuit by setting all individual
circuit switches or disconnects to OFF and reset
breaker. Turn on circuits one at a time to find the circuit
that trips the Breaker.
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Drawing List
B-42012 R1 Gas Connections

B-41612 R1 Front Panel, Detector Section
B-41604 R1 Component Layout, Detector Section
B-41979 R1 PCB Assembly, High Voltage Power Supply
B-41609 R2 Wiring Schematic Detector and Main Sections Sheet 2 of 2
B-41980 PCB Assembly, Signal Processor 58141R3
B-41622 R1 Panel, Rear, Rackmount Detector
B-41610 Component Identification, Front Panel, Furnace Section
B-41609 R2 Wiring Details, Furnace Section Sheet 1 of 2
B-41619 R4 Flow Diagram, Model R6000S
B-41615 Component Identification, Furnace Section
B-41621 R1 Component Identification, Rear Panel, Furnace Section
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Theory of Operations ............................................................................. 3

Requirements for Operation.................................................................. 4

Controls and Indications ..................................................................... 5-7

Pyrolysis Tube Installation ............................................................... 9-10

Initial Start-up Procedure ............................................................... 11-12

Calibrating the Analyzer...................................................................... 13

Service Procedures..................................................................... 14-31

Sensitivity of the detector can be affected by:

• PMT Temperature Controller:

• High Voltage Switch

• ON/OFF Gain Switch

• Sensitivity Selection Switch

• Auto Zero Button

• Zeroing Light (located on auto zero button)

• Furnace Temperature Controller

• Sample Backpressure Regulator

• Sample Backpressure Gauge

• Sample Flow Rotometer

• Low Oxygen Alarm Light

• Low Furnace Temperature

• High Furnace Temperature

• Low Oxygen Pressure

• Low Total Gas Flow

• Low Oxygen Pressure: Light ON steady

• Low Total Gas Flow: Light ON three seconds-OFF one second

• High Furnace Temperature: Light ON one second-OFF three seconds

• Low Furnace Temperature: No light. Temperature controller serves as a visual

A. Check for dents and broken components.

9. Use pyrotube installation procedure to install the pyrolysis tube.

Danger: Severe burns can result if the furnace is hot.

2. Remove the top cover from the furnace module.

11. Perform gas leak testing procedure.

SEE DRAWING ON FOLLOWING PAGE

2. Set detector module power switch to ON:

3. Set H/V switch to ON:

4. Set UV switch to the ON position.

5. Set sensitivity knob to 50.

1. Set sample/calibrate switch to calibrate; set zero/span switch to zero.

1. Return sample/calibrate switch to sample for normal operation.

1. Remove the top cover of the detector module.

5. Turn the High Voltage switch to the ON position.

4. a. Momentarily short 5 volts (one side of JP2, JP3 or JP4) to pin 14 of

b. Measure voltage between TP1 & TP2

c. Adjust R50 for 0.0 mVDC

e. Change input voltage (change millivolt supply setting or turn high

f. Press auto zero button again:

2. Locate the defective sulfur detector module.

7. Reconnect UV Lamp leads in terminal block.

3. Set the Sensitivity knob to 1.

4. Set the High/Low Gain switch to High.

5. Turn on the PMT High Voltage.

6. Switch on power to the UV lamp.

7. Wait approximately 30 minutes to allow the UV lamp and PMT to stabilize.

14. Recalibrate the instrument.

15. Resume normal operation.

2. Locate the sulfur detector UV lamp.

2. Locate the defective power supply assembly.

8. Reinstall the detector assembly module.

3. Locate the temperature sensor (by the barrier terminal).