User’s
Manual
GC8000
Process Gas Chromatograph
IM 11B08A01-01E
IM 11B08A01-01E
8th Edition
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u Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the GC8000 process gas chromatograph.
This manual describes the meintenance and inspection of Model GC8000 Process Gas
Chromatograph.
Please lead the following repective documents before installing and using the GC8000 system.
n Documents Related to the GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph
l User’s manuals
The product comes with the following user’s manuals.
(The last “E” in the document number is the language code.)
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User’s manuals that do not depend upon the specifications of the product:
GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph (IM 11B08A01-01E, this manual)
User’s manuals that are attached depending on specifications of the product:
Process Gas Chromatograph GC8000 Installation Manual (TI 11B08A01-01E)
User’s manuals for related products:
PCAS PC Analyzer Server Software (IM 11B06B01-01E)
ASET Analyzer Server Engineering Terminal Software (IM 11B06C01-01E)
ASGW Analyzer Server Gateway Software (IM 11B06E01-01E)
ASIU Analyzer Server Interface Unit Software (IM 11B06F01-01E)
GCVT Virtual Tech Software (IM 11B08C02-01E)
ANABUS Ethernet System Redundancy Setting Manual (TI 11B03A03-14E)
l Operation Data
Operation data is supplied with the operation manuals in the delivered package and contains
the following application specific information required to use the GC8000 Process Gas
Chromatograph.
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Process conditions and measurement range
Instrument specifications and operating conditions
Standard sample for calibration
Column system and column
Miscellaneous data
Chromatogram, base line, repeatability, etc.
Analyzer flow diagram and installation
Parts composition table
General connection diagram
Sampling system diagram (when supplied by Yokogawa)
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u Notice
n Regarding This Manual
• This Manual should be passed on to the end user.
• Read this manual carefully and fully understand how to operate this product before you start
operation.
• All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without
Yokogawa’s written permission.
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
• Great effort has been made to ensure that the descriptions in this Manual are correct.
However, if you notice any error or inconsistency, please inform Yokogawa Electric
Corporation.
n Regarding Protection, Safety, and Prohibition Against Unauthorized
Modification
• For the protection and safe use of the product and the system controlled by it, be sure to
follow the safety instructions described in this manual. Safety is not guaranteed if you do not
follow these instructions.
• The following safety symbol marks are used on the product concerned or in this Manual:
WARNING
A WARNING sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the
like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or death of personnel.
CAUTION
A CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the
like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of
part or all of the product.
IMPORTANT
Indicates that operating the hardware or software in this manner may damage it or lead to system
failure.
NOTE
Draws attention to information essential for understanding the operation and features.
TIP
Gives information that complements the present topic.
Protective ground terminal:
In order to provide protection against electrical shock in case of a fault. This symbol indicates that
the terminal must be connected to ground prior to operation of equipment.
Function ground terminal:
In order to provide protection against noise. This symbol indicates that the terminal must be
connected to ground prior to operation of equipment.
• If protection/safety circuits are to be used for the product or the system controlled by it, they
should be installed outside of the product.
• When you replace parts or consumables of the product, use those specified by us.
• Do not modify the product.
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n Exemption from Responsibility
• Yokogawa Electric Corporation does not make any warranties regarding the product except
for those mentioned in the WARRANTY that is provided separately.
• Yokogawa Electric Corporation assumes no liability to any party for any loss or damage,
direct or indirect, caused by the use or any unpredictable defect of the product.
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n ATEX Documentation
The procedure is only applicable to the countries
in European Union.
GB
All instruction manuals for ATEX Ex related
products are available in English, German and
French. Should you require Ex related instructions
in your local language, you are to contact your
nearest Yokogawa office or representative.
DK
Alle brugervejledninger for produkter relateret
til ATEX Ex er tilgængelige på engelsk, tysk og
fransk. Skulle De ønske yderligere oplysninger
om håndtering af Ex produkter på eget sprog, kan
De rette henvendelse herom til den nærmeste
Yokogawa afdeling eller forhandler.
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Tutti i manuali operativi di prodotti ATEX
contrassegnati con Ex sono disponibili in inglese,
tedesco e francese. Se si desidera ricevere i
manuali operativi di prodotti Ex in lingua locale,
mettersi in contatto con l’ufficio Yokogawa più
vicino o con un rappresentante.
E
Todos los manuales de instrucciones para
los productos antiexplosivos de ATEX están
disponibles en inglés, alemán y francés. Si desea
solicitar las instrucciones de estos artículos
antiexplosivos en su idioma local, deberá ponerse
en contacto con la oficina o el representante de
Yokogawa más cercano.
NL
Alle handleidingen voor producten die te maken
hebben met ATEX explosiebeveiliging (Ex)
zijn verkrijgbaar in het Engels, Duits en Frans.
Neem, indien u aanwijzingen op het gebied van
explosiebeveiliging nodig hebt in uw eigen taal,
contact op met de dichtstbijzijnde vestiging van
Yokogawa of met een vertegenwoordiger.
SF
Kaikkien ATEX Ex -tyyppisten tuotteiden
käyttöhjeet ovat saatavilla englannin-, saksan- ja
ranskankielisinä. Mikäli tarvitsette Ex -tyyppisten
tuotteiden ohjeita omalla paikallisella kielellännne,
ottakaa yhteyttä lähimpään Yokogawa-toimistoon
tai -edustajaan.
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Todos os manuais de instruções referentes
aos produtos Ex da ATEX estão disponíveis
em Inglês, Alemão e Francês. Se necessitar
de instruções na sua língua relacionadas
com produtos Ex, deverá entrar em contacto
com a delegação mais próxima ou com um
representante da Yokogawa.
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Tous les manuels d’instruction des produits
ATEX Ex sont disponibles en langue anglaise,
allemande et française. Si vous nécessitez des
instructions relatives aux produits Ex dans votre
langue, veuillez bien contacter votre représentant
Yokogawa le plus proche.
D
Alle Betriebsanleitungen für ATEX Ex bezogene
Produkte stehen in den Sprachen Englisch,
Deutsch und Französisch zur Verfügung. Sollten
Sie die Betriebsanleitungen für Ex-Produkte in
Ihrer Landessprache benötigen, setzen Sie sich
bitte mit Ihrem örtlichen Yokogawa-Vertreter in
Verbindung.
S
Alla instruktionsböcker för ATEX Ex
(explosionssäkra) produkter är tillgängliga på
engelska, tyska och franska. Om Ni behöver
instruktioner för dessa explosionssäkra produkter
på annat språk, skall Ni kontakta närmaste
Yokogawakontor eller representant.
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n Labeling
Labels are attached to the product for safety. Read each description.
Label D is applicable only to TIIS explosion protection. Label G is for ATEX, IECEx, and NEPSI.
A
D
F
C
E
B
G
[Left side]
B
[Front]
[Right side]
[Back]
A
G
D
(ATEX, IECEx,
NEPSI)
(TIIS)
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C
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TIIS
FM-X
NEPSI
FM-Y
ATEX
IECEx
CSA-X
CSA-Y
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n General Precautions
WARNING
In order to analyze gases, process gas chromatographs use various kinds of process gases and
utility gases.
Since these gases are typically combustible, combustion-sustaining, toxic, odorous, resolvable,
polymerizing, or corrosive, refer to the “Safety Information” in our approval drawings and others
to ensure safety thoroughly before using them.
WARNING
• The GC8000 weighs about 100 to 220 kg. Unpack it near the installation site. Use a
transportation machine to move it. Handle it carefully to prevent it from falling.
• For lifting and carrying equipment, use two brackets at which GC8000 is fixed to the crate
(made of wood etc.). Use wall-mounting brackets or their equivalent (unpainted brackets are
attached to self-standing type for transportation).
• Up to two protection system may be included, each of which weighs approximately 7 kg, are
installed on top of the GC8000. Therefore, the center of gravity is higher than the center of
the analyzer body.
CAUTION
• Since the GC8000 is a precision instrument, take care when handling it to avoid impact.
• The GC8000 is designed for use under specified environment (overvoltage category,
pollution degree, ambient temperature, flowrate and pressure of sample and utility gas and
specification of electric power). It is out of warranty against occured result in case when
exceed these specs.
• Use the GC8000 within the range of your purchase specifications.
Yokogawa assumes no responsibility for problems resulting from use by the customer
outside the purchase specifications.
If the GC8000 needs to be modified or repaired, please contact your nearest Yokogawa
representative. Yokogawa assumes no responsibility for results where the customer or any
third party has attempted to modify or repair this product.
• For cleaning of analyzer, do not use any abrasives or organic solvent.
CAUTION
This instrument is a Class A product for EMC standard (Emission), and is designed for use in an
industrial environment. Please use this instrument in an industrial environment only.
Complying with EMC Standard for ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI, and TIIS (/KC):
• EN61326-1 Class A (Emission)
• EN61326-1, EN61326-2-3 (Immunity)
• Korea Electromagnetic Conformity Standard
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IMPORTANT
• Read the attached instruction manual before operating the GC8000.
• The instruments must be installed and operated according to the installation manual,
instruction manual, approval drawings, and operation data.
l How to dispose the batteries:
This is an explanation about the new EU Battery Directive (DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC). This
directive is only valid in the EU.
Batteries are included in this product (except for TIIS). Batteries incorporated into this product
cannot be removed by yourself.Dispose them together with this product.
When you dispose this product in the EU,contact your local Yokogawa Europe B.V.office. Do not
dispose them as domestic household waste.
Battery type:
Poly-carbon monofluoride Lithium battery
Notice: The symbol (see above) means they shall be sorted out and collected as ordained in
ANNEX II in DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC.
l How to dispose the Desktop type Communication converter (K9806AT) or
Signal interrupter (K9606AB):
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), Directive (This directive is only valid
in the EU.)
This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirement.
The affixed product label (see below) indicates that you must not discard this electrical/
electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category
With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive, this product is classified as a
“Monitoring and Control instruments.”
When disposing of products in the EU, contact your local Yokogawa Europe B.V. office.
Do not dispose of this products in domestic household waste.
● Labeling
The following label is placed on the top side of the product.
n Authorized Representative in EEA *
The Authorized Representative for this product in EEA is Yokogawa Europe B.V. (Euroweg 2,
3825 HD Amersfoort, The Netherlands).
*:
Applicable only for GC8000-A (ATEX)
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l Precautions Against Electrostatic Damage
IMPORTANT
Electrostatic discharge may damage the operation panel. Handle them after discharging static
electricity.
When handling cards with IC components mounted on them for maintenance or setting changes,
take full precautions against electrostatic problems.
• When storing or carrying cards, enclose them in a conductive bag or antistatic bag. (Cards
as shipped by Yokogawa are enclosed in a conductive bag or antistatic bag labeled with
cautions against electrostatic problems.)
• When servicing cards, wear a wrist strap grounded via a 1 MΩ resistance. Connect the wrist
strap to a ground terminal.
• When servicing cards on the bench, wear a wrist strap and place them on a conductive
sheet grounded via a 1 MΩ resistance. Keep easily-chargeable plastic materials away from
the bench.
• Never touch components mounted on the cards, the pattern side, connectors, pin
components, etc. with bare hands, unless using a wrist strap and a conductive sheet.
Wrist strap
Conductive Sheet
1MΩ
1MΩ
1 MΩ resistance
Wrist strap
F01.ai
Figure 1 Example of wrist strap and conductive sheet
l Replacing parts
Always use parts specified by Yokogawa when replacing parts. For replacement, see “6.
Maintenance”.
l Maintenance and Repair
Instrument modification or parts replacement by any person other than an authorized
representative of Yokogawa Electric Corporation is prohibited.
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n CAUTIONS WHEN USING EXPLOSION-PROTECTED INSTRUMENTS
The GC8000 is designed to protect against explosion.
When the analyzer is used in a hazardous area, observe the following precautions.
Since the applicable standard differs depending on the specifications of the analyzer to be used,
check the specifications of your analyzer.
l Type of explosion protection
To assure explosion protection, the GC8000 has a pressurized and flameproof enclosure,
meeting the following standards (flameproof enclosure is not provided in FM-Y, CSA-Y):
Type X pressurization and Explosionproof for Class I, Division 1, Group B, C and D
(Described as FM-X hereafter)
Type X and Y pressurization for Class I, Division 1, Group B, C & D
(Described as FM-Y hereafter)
T1 (programmed-temperature oven 320°C max., isothermal oven 225°C max., liquid-sample
valve 250°C max.)
T2 (programmed-temperature oven 225°C max., isothermal oven 225°C max., liquid-sample
valve 225°C max.)
T3 (programmed-temperature oven 145°C max., isothermal oven 145°C max., liquid-sample
valve 145°C max.)
T4 (programmed-temperature oven 95°C max., isothermal oven 95°C max., liquid-sample
valve 95°C max.)
Type X pressurization and Explosionproof for Class I, Division 1, Group B, C and D
(Described as CSA-X hereafter)
Type X and Y pressurization for Class I, Division 1, Group B, C & D
(Described as CSA-Y hereafter)
T1 (programmed-temperature oven 320°C max., isothermal oven 225°C max., liquid-sample
valve 250°C max.)
T2 (programmed-temperature oven 225°C max., isothermal oven 225°C max., liquid-sample
valve 225°C max.)
T3 (programmed-temperature oven 145°C max., isothermal oven 145°C max., liquid-sample
valve 145°C max.)
T4 (programmed-temperature oven 95°C max., isothermal oven 95°C max., liquid-sample
valve 95°C max.)
ATEX: Group II Category 2G, DEKRA 11ATEX0238 X *
Ex d px II B +H2 T1 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 320°C max., isothermal oven 225°C
max., liquid-sample valve 250°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T2 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 225°C max., isothermal oven
225°C max., liquid-sample valve 225°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T3 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 145°C max., isothermal oven
145°C max., liquid-sample valve 145°C max.)
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Ex d px II B + H2 T4 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 95°C max., isothermal oven 95°C
max., liquid-sample valve 95°C max.)
* :
The symbol “X” used to denote specific conditions of use
The symbol "X" is used to provide a means of identifying that essential information for the installation,
use, and maintenance of the equipment is contained within the certificate.
- Warning in the label refers you to read the instruction manual for an avoidance of static risk.
- The threaded type and size of the flameproof enclosure is only uses "M25x1.5".
That is the reason why no indication on the flameproof enclosure.
On the other hand, the threaded adapter has the indication of its own type and size.
- The gap between flameproof joints is different from the standard values of the flameproof
standard.
The joint dimensions of the flameproof enclosure differ from the minimum or maximum values
asa mentioned in the Ex d standard.
Since the modification is not allowed, this manual gives out no detailed information.
- The instrument modification or parts replacement by any person other than authorized
representative of Yokogawa Electric Corporation is prohibited and will void the flameproof
certifications.
- All externally powered input signals into the pressurized enclosure shall be isolated by external
relays controlled by the Ex px protection system(Ex px safety device).
IECEx certified: IECEx DEK 11.0083X *
Ex d px II B +H2 T1 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 320°C max., isothermal oven 225°C
max., liquid-sample valve 250°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T2 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 225°C max., isothermal oven
225°C max., liquid-sample valve 225°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T3 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 145°C max., isothermal oven
145°C max., liquid-sample valve 145°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T4 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 95°C max., isothermal oven 95°C
max., liquid-sample valve 95°C max.)
* :
The symbol “X” used to denote specific conditions of use
The symbol “X” is used to provide a means of identifying that essential information for the installation,
use, and maintenance of the equipment is contained within the certificate.
- Warning in the label refers you to read the instruction manual for an avoidance of static risk.
- The threaded type and size of the flameproof enclosure is only uses “M25x1.5”.
That is the reason why no indication on the flameproof enclosure.
On the other hand, the threaded adapter has the indication of its own type and size.
- The gap between flameproof joints is different from the standard values of the flameproof
standard.
The joint dimensions of the flameproof enclosure differ from the minimum or maximum values
asa mentioned in the Ex d standard.
Since the modification is not allowed, this manual gives out no detailed information.
- The instrument modification or parts replacement by any person other than authorized
representative of Yokogawa Electric Corporation is prohibited and will void the flameproof
certifications.
- All externally powered input signals into the pressurized enclosure shall be isolated by external
relays controlled by the Ex px protection system(Ex px safety device).
NEPSI certified: GYJ13.1125X *
Ex d px II B +H2 T1 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 320°C max., isothermal oven 225°C
max., liquid-sample valve 250°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T2 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 225°C max., isothermal oven
225°C max., liquid-sample valve 225°C max.)
Ex d px II B + H2 T3 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 145°C max., isothermal oven
145°C max., liquid-sample valve 145°C max.)
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Ex d px II B + H2 T4 Gb (programmed-temperature oven 95°C max., isothermal oven 95°C
max., liquid-sample valve 95°C max.)
* :
The suffix “X” placed after the certificate number indicates that this product is subject to special
conditions for safe use:
- The values of the flamepaths are different from the standard values given in GB 3836.2-2010.
Repair of the equipment is only allowed when done by the manufacturer or authorized
representative.
- When used in hazardous location, electrostatic discharge should be avoided.
- The minimum overpressure of both electronic section and ovens is 392 Pa.
- The purging time for electronic section is 18 minutes.
- The purging time for ovens is 8 minutes.
TIIS (The Technology Institution of Industrial Safety)
Ex pd II B +H2 T1 (programmed-temperature oven 320°C max., isothermal oven 225°C
max., liquid-sample valve 250°C max.)
Ex pd II B +H2 T2 (programmed-temperature oven 225°C max., isothermal oven 225°C
max., liquid-sample valve 225°C max.)
Ex pd II B +H2 T3 (programmed-temperature oven 145°C max., isothermal oven 145°C
max., liquid-sample valve 145°C max.)
Ex pd II B +H2 T4 (programmed-temperature oven 95°C max., isothermal oven 95°C max.,
liquid-sample valve 95°C max.)
l Analyzer component names
Protection system B
(Flameproof enclosure) *1
Cable entry
(Conduit entry)
Protection system A
(Flameproof enclosure) *1
Cover of safety system
Electronics section
(Purged and pressurized
enclosure) *2
Vent for protective gas
(instrumental air)
Covers of
electronics section
Door of
electronics section
Name
plate
Control
unit
Protective gas
(instrumental air) inlet
Oven safety unit
Door of
isothermal oven
or programmedtemperature
oven door
Oven
unit
Covers of pressure and
flow control section
(Non-purged and
non-pressurized enclosure)
Isothermal oven
or programmedtemperature oven
(Purged and pressurized enclosure) *2
Note:
*1:
*2:
Replace the following term for FM, CSA explosionproof models.
Protection system A or B (explosionproof enclosure)
Type X pressurization enclosure or Type Y pressurization enclosure
Figure 2 Analyzer component names for explosionproof type
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l Opening/closing the door
The control unit, and the oven unit (large isothermal oven, standard isothermal oven,
programmed-temperatureoven) have a door fastener with a lock.
Lock the door when operating these devices. The same key is used for all the door fasteners. Do
not lose it.
Confirm that the lever cannot be lifted up after locking.
Lever
Door
Key (Accessory kit)
Right side view
Figure 3 Door fastener
l Electronics section
The electronics section of the control unit, and the oven unit (large isothermal oven, standard
isothermal oven, programmed-temperature oven) is a pressurized enclosure.
Use a hex wrench (an accessory) to open/close the cover of the electronic chamber.
l Precautions for protection system (The analyzer with FM-Y, CSA-Y does not
have the protection system.)
WARNING
When the cover of the protection system is uninstalled, use a gas detector to check that the
concentration of explosive gases in the ambient atmosphere is less than the allowable limit.
The protection system is a flameproof enclosure.
When handling the screws on the cover of the protection system, note the following to avoid
damaging the screws since they cannot be repaired.
• Use a hex wrench (option) to tighten/loosen the hexagon socketset screw.
• The cover should be placed in a clean plastic bag or on a clean space to prevent it from
contamination.
Before installing the cover, confirm that the body and screws are not contaminated. If they
are, make sure to clean them.
• Since the screws are coated with MOLYKOTE, do not lubricate them.
• When installing the cover, tighten the screws by hand; never use tools.
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Hex. key wrench
(Accessory kit)
Protection-film cover for wiring
Threads
Hex.socket set screw
Turn in this direction
to remove
Turn in this direction
to replace
Cover
Body
Figure4 Opening/closing the cover of the protection system
l Precautions for hydrogen gas
When using hydrogen gas as the carrier gas, the FID or FPD combustion gas, install the analyzer
in a location equipped with a ventilator or where there is sufficient ventilation to ensure safety.
Check for leaks regularly to make sure there are no gas leaks from the pipe joints.
Supply hydrogen gas to this analyzer at 500 ±20 kPa to meet the explosionproof requirements.
l Protective gas (instrumental air) pipe
This is the pipe for supplying air to the analyzer for purging pressurized enclosures.
An air pressure of 350 to 900 kPa (500 to 900 kPa for FPD) is required. Use general instrument
air as the source and connect the piping to the analyzer PURGE AIR port. A pressure regulator
should be installed in-between.
l Installation site and environment
The analyzer specifications allow it to be used in hazardous areas as defined by DIV1, GPS B,
C & D, T1, T2, T3, T4 (FM, CSA) or Zone 1 IIB + H2T1, T2, T3, T4 (ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI, TIIS).
However, never install the analyzer in an area where dense explosive gas exists for a long time.
For the class of hazardous areas:
For FM, refer to Article 500 of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
For CSA, refer to Section 18 of CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
For ATEX or IECEx, see IEC/EN 60079-10-1.
For NEPSI, see GB 3836.14.
For TIIS explosion protection, refer to Article 1 (15) to (17) of the Constructional Requirements for
Electrical Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres (Japanese only).
l Wiring works
WARNING
• All wiring shall comply with National Electric Code ANSI/NFP A 70 and Local Electric Codes.
• In a hazardous area, use conduits for wiring in the protection system or to electronics
sections.
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CAUTION
• The unused electrical connection ports should be closed with an appropriate flameproofcertified plug.
• Analyzers have pressurized enclosures. The cable end should be sealed in order to
maintain pressure to the pressurized enclosure. Otherwise, power is not supplied to the
electronics section.
WARNING
• All wiring shall comply with Canadian Electric Code CSA C22.1 and Local Electric Codes.
• In a hazardous area, use conduits for wiring in the protection system or to electronics
sections.
CAUTION
• The unused electrical connection ports should be closed with an appropriate flameproofcertified plug.
• Analyzers have pressurized enclosures. The cable end should be sealed in order to
maintain pressure to the pressurized enclosure. Otherwise, power is not supplied to the
electronics section.
WARNING
• All wiring shall comply with Local Electric Codes and Requirements.
• In a hazardous area, use appropriate flameproof-certified parts for connecting cables.
• All externally powered input signals into the pressurized enclosure shall be isolated by
external relays controlled by the Ex px protection system(Ex px safety device).
CAUTION
• The unused electrical connection ports should be closed with an appropriate flameproofcertified plug.
• Analyzers have pressurized enclosures. The cable end should be sealed in order to
maintain pressure to the pressurized enclosure. Otherwise, power is not supplied to the
electronics section.
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WARNING
• In case of TIIS-certified wiring, the attached cable packing adapters or sealing fitting must
be used.
Otherwise, it does not comply with TIIS regulation.
• Use the wiring to the pressurized enclosure, whose allowable temperature is more than
80°C.
IMPORTANT
Cables should be arranged in an orderly manner in the protection system.
Otherwise, they may damage other parts (e.g. relay).
l Maintenance and inspection
Before opening the doors or the covers for maintenance and inspection, be sure to turn off the
power and wait for at least 25 minutes. After completing inspections, close the door or cover
tightly, check that the specified explosionproof performance is ensured, and then turn on the
power. The parts to be checked are described in “6. Maintenance”.
If any of the following damage occurs, contact a Yokogawa sales representative or the Yokogawa
sales division.
• The screws securing the Protection System (explosionproof construction) are damaged
• The exterior of the enclosures is damaged
• Packings are cracked or deformed
l Override function (The analyzer with FM-Y, CSA-Y does not have this function.)
WARNING
When the override function is used, use a gas detector to check that the concentration of
explosive gases in the ambient atmosphere is less than the allowable limit.
In this analyzer, if the pressure of the pressurized enclosure (electronics section) drops below a
specified level while the power is on, the protection system is activated to stop power supply.
Therefore, if the door of the electronics section is inadvertently opened for maintenance while the
power is on, the protection system is activated to cut off the power.
The override function forcibly disables this function.
This function allows operators to open the door or cover of the pressurized enclosure while the
power is still on.
This function is activated by opening the cover of the protection system and pressing the override
switch while the light sensor is detecting more than 100 (lx) of light.
The function becomes invalid automatically when the cover of the protection system is closed.
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l Checking the pressure in the pressurized enclosure
The LED (Green) of "POWER" is turned ON and the LED (Red) of "ALARM" is turned OFF when
the pressure is in the normal condition. See Figure.5.
The pressurized enclosure is divided into "Electronics section" and "Isothermal oven” and
“programmed-temperature oven”. How to check the pressure in each enclosure is as follows.
WARNING
When the cover of the protection system is uninstalled, use a gas detector to check that the
concentration of explosive gases in the ambient atmosphere is less than the allowable limit.
The status of the protection system can be checked with the LEDs as shown in Figure 5.
The meaning of each LED is written on the status display.
POWER:
ON when power is supplied to the protection system
PRESSURE:
ON when the specified internal pressure is applied to the electronics
section. This LED is ON in the normal condition. If the internal pressure
becomes low, it turns off.
PURGING:
OVERRIDE:
ON when purging the electronics section. After purging, it turns off.
When power is supplied and “PRESSURE” LED is on, this LED turns ON
and purging begins.
After the electronics section is purged for 21 ± 3 min, the LED turns off
and power is supplied to the electronics section.
The LED is OFF in the normal condition after purging.
If purging ends incompletely, the status of purging is reset and purging
begins again.
ON when the override function is activated.
,
If the internal pressure in the isothermal oven becomes low, the following alarms appear on the
operation panel.
Top isothermal oven:
Alarm for low internal pressure No. 112 “OVEN1 PRESS DOWN”
Middle isothermal oven or programmed-temperature oven:
Alarm for low internal pressure No. 113 “OVEN2 PRESS DOWN”
Bottom isothermal oven: Alarm for low internal pressure No. 114 “OVEN3 PRESS DOWN”
Alarms are displayed on the “ASET” PC software for the specification without the operation panel
on GC8000.
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Protection system
(Explosionproof
/ Flameproof enclosure)
Cover
Override switch
Light sensor
OVERRIDE
SWITCH
LABEL
POWER
PRESSURE
PURGING
OVERRIDE
Status Display
OVERRIDE LED (Yellow)
PURGING LED (Red)
PRESSURE LED (Green)
Door of electronic section
POWER LED (Yellow)
Operating Display
Electronics section (Pressurized enclosure)
Cover of electronic section
TIIS,
FM-X, CSA-X,
ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI
Door of isothermal oven
LED (Green) of "POWER"
LED (Red) of "ALARM"
LED (Green) of analysis "RUN"
POWER ALARM
RUN
Electronic section
(Pressurized enclosure)
FM-Y, CSA-Y
Figure 5
l Operation
WARNING
• Do not open the doors and the covers. Refer servicing to propery trained personnel. High
voltage and high temperature are presented on the inside parts. If contacted, produce
electric shock and burns.
• Before opening the doors and the covers, turn off the power under the permission of the
administrator and wait for at least 25 minutes with the Protective gas (instrumental air)
supplied.
• Electrostatic charge may cause an explosion hazard.
Avoid any actions that cause the generation of electrostatic charge, such as rubbing with a
dry cloth.
• Do not put anything on the surface of the Operating display (touch operation panel) such as
clear protection film. This would be a violation for Ex-proof cirtification requirements.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
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(1) Power is supplied to the protection system (flameproof enclosure).
(2) Protective gas (instrumental air) is supplied to the protective gas (instrumental air) inlet.
(3) When the internal pressure in the electronics section, which is the control unit and oven unit
1 to 3, exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to each electronics section begins.
(4) After 21 ±3 minutes purging, power is applied to the electronics section of the control unit.
On the other hand, it does not be applied to the electronics section of the oven unit 1 to 3,
the heater and detector in the oven yet.
(5) When the internal pressure in the oven unit 1 to 3 exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to each oven
unit begins independently.
(6) After the purging time as follows, power is applied to the electronics section of the oven unit.
Then the hydrogen limiting unit, the heater and detector in the oven are ready for operation.
The purging time depends on the flameproof certifications.
TIIS, FM, CSA:
9 ±2.5 minutes
ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI: 11 ±3 minutes
(1) The operation and supply of sample to be measured are stopped. For the detail procedure,
refer to “3.3.4 Stopping operation”.
(2) The detector is turned off. For the detail procedure, refer to “3.2.4 Stopping operation”.
In case of FID, FID with methanizer and FPD, the detector should be “Frame out” with
stopping the supply of make-up gas, combustion gas and combustion air. Then, wait for
over 4 hours.
(3) Each heater of the isothermal oven, programmed-temperature oven, LSV and FPD is turned
off. For the detail procedure, refer to “Procedure to Turn off the Heater” in “3.3.4 Stopping
operation”.
(4) Wait until the oven temperature drops to near room temperature. Usually it takes over one
hour. For the detail procedure, refer to “3.1.3 How to Check the Temperature at Each Part”.
(5) The supply of power to the protection system is stopped.
(6) After the oven temperature drops, the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) is
stopped. For long-term operation stop, refer to “3.3.7 Precautions for long-term operation
stop.
IMPORTANT
In case of emergency, stop the supply of power immediately. In this case, it may damage to the
analyzer.
A. Electronics section (control unit, oven unit 1 to 3)
(1) When the internal pressure in the electronics section falls below 392 (Pa), the protection
system immediately shuts off the power supply to the control unit and oven unit 1 to 3.
(2) When the internal pressure described above returns to normal, the procedure starts
automatically from item (4) in .
B. Each isothermal oven (or programmed-temperature oven) in the oven unit 1 to 3
(1) When any of internal pressure in the oven falls below 392 (Pa), the control unit immediately
shuts off the power supply to the electronics section of the relevant oven.
(2) When the internal pressure in the oven returns to normal, the procedure starts automatically
at item (6) in .
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Protective gas (instrumental air) is supplied to the protective gas (instrumental air) inlet.
The pressure value is checked if it is indicated the specified one at the pressure gauge.
Wait for 21±3 minutes to keep the protective gas (instrumental air) supplied.
Power is supplied to the electronics section of the control unit.
Check if the “Elec. Press. Down” error is not outputted. When this alarm is outputted,
stop the supply of power. In this case, the procedure starts automatically described in “A.
Electronics section (control unit, oven unit 1 to 3)” in .
(6) When the internal pressure in the oven unit 1 to 3 exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to the oven
unit begins.
(7) After 9 ±2.5 minutes the purging, power is applied to the electronics section of the oven unit.
Then the hydrogen limiting unit, the heater and detector in the oven are ready for operation.
(1) The operation and the supply of sample to be measured are stopped. For the detail
procedure, refer to “3.3.4 Stopping operation”
(2) The detector is turned off. For the detail procedure, refer to “3.2.4 Stopping operation”.
In case of FID, FID with methanizer and FPD, the detector should be “Frame out” with
stopping the supply of make-up gas, combustion gas and combustion air. Then, wait for
over 4 hours.
(3) Each heater of the isothermal oven, programmed-temperature oven, LSV and FPD is turned
off. For the detail procedure, refer to “Procedure to Turn off the Heater” in “3.3.4 Stopping
operation”.
(4) Wait until the oven temperature drops to near room temperature. Usually it takes over one
hour. For the detail procedure, refer to “3.1.3 How to Check the Temperature at Each Part”.
(5) The supply of power to the protection system is stopped.
(6) After the oven temperature drops, the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) is
stopped. For long-term operation stop, refer to “3.3.7 Precautions for long-term operation
stop.
IMPORTANT
In case of emergency, stop the supply of power immediately. In this case, it may damage to the
analyzer.
A. Electronics section (control unit, oven unit 1 to 3)
When the internal pressure in the electronics section falls below 392 (Pa), the following function
is activated.
The power supply is not shut off automatically. It should be done manually.
- The alarm is outputted from the contact output.
- The pressure low alarm is indicated on the operation panel.
- The “ALARM” LED is turned on.
B. Each isothermal oven (or programmed-temperature oven) in the oven unit 1 to 3
When the internal pressure in any of the ovens falls below 392 (Pa), the control unit immediately
shuts off the power supply to the heater and detector in the respective ovens.
The function as follows is also activated at the same time.
- The alarm is outputted from the contact output.
- The pressure low alarm is indicated on the operation panel.
- The “ALARM” LED is turned on.
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item (7) in .
l Safety Instructions
This content described as follows is only for ATEX, IECEx, and NEPSI.
● Specification of safety system
Protection system
Oven safety unit
Power supply
Install in accordance with the specification of GC8000
Ambient condition
Threshold
Pressure
392 Pa
value
Flow rate of protective gas
35 L/min
(instrumental air)
Time
Purging time
21 ±3 min
11 ±3 min
Safety response time
< 2 sec
Safety
HFT (*1)
1
characteristics SIL (*2)
2
Proof test interval
No needed
At least once within 3 years
Replacement interval (*3) At least once within 12 years At least once within 27 years
Type of
Protection system itself
Ex d
Ex px
protection
Protection target
Ex px
(*1)
(*2)
(*3)
HFT: hardware Fault Tolerance
SIL: Safety Integrity Level
This interval is the longest period to maintain explosion proof function and does not mean that the system is under warranty
during the interval.
● Installation and wiring works
The safety system is built-in GC8000. Installation and wiring into GC8000 are completed before
shipping.
• Do not use for other than GC8000.
• Do not change connection of cables and harnesses.
● Action in Emergency
Relays and SSRs in safety system will be in safe state (contact opens) when de-energized.
In emergency, stop supply of power to GC8000 immediately and contact your nearest Yokogawa
representative.
• In a normal situation, follow the procedure of “3.3.4 Stopping operation” for shutdown, or
GC8000 may be damaged.
● Regular proof test
In order to maintain the safety function, proof test at least once while test period below is
necessary. Contact your nearest Yokogawa representative.
If proof test is not performed for longer than test interval, GC8000 cannot be used as explosion
proof equipment.
Test interval
Protection system
No needed
Oven safety unit
3 years
● Replacement
In following case, stop supply of power to GC8000 immediately and replace the safety system.
• Safety function does not work correctly.
• Safety system is used over replacement interval.
Replacement is needed even if all safety functions work correctly.
Contact your nearest Yokogawa representative.
Replacement interval
Protection system
12 years
Oven safety unit
27 years
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GC8000
Process Gas Chromatograph
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CONTENTS
u Introduction.....................................................................................................i
u Notice..............................................................................................................ii
1. Overview..................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1
Wiring and Piping Diagram............................................................................... 1-4
1.2
External Dimensions......................................................................................... 1-5
1.3
Auxiliary Hardware.......................................................................................... 1-16
1.4
Gases Required for Operation........................................................................ 1-16
1.5
Conformance Standards................................................................................. 1-18
1.6
Data Plate.......................................................................................................... 1-19
1.7 Features............................................................................................................ 1-29
1.8 GCM................................................................................................................... 1-30
1.9
User Program Function................................................................................... 1-31
1.10
Configuration................................................................................................... 1-31
1.11
1.12
1.10.1
Type and Appearance....................................................................... 1-31
1.10.2
Components and their Functions...................................................... 1-33
Human Machine Interface............................................................................... 1-43
1.11.1
Types of GC8000 Human Machine Interface................................... 1-43
1.11.2
User Level......................................................................................... 1-46
1.11.3
Status and Operation Mode.............................................................. 1-46
Analyzer operation........................................................................................... 1-48
1.12.1
Process status.................................................................................. 1-48
1.12.2
Manual status.................................................................................... 1-82
1.12.3 Stream............................................................................................... 1-83
1.12.4 Method.............................................................................................. 1-85
2.
Installation, Piping, and Wiring................................................................ 2-1
2.1 Installation.......................................................................................................... 2-1
2.1.1
Installing the Analyzer......................................................................... 2-1
2.1.2
Installing Auxiliary Hardware............................................................... 2-4
2.2 Piping.................................................................................................................. 2-7
2.2.1
Types of Piping and Installation.......................................................... 2-7
2.2.2
Connecting Piping............................................................................. 2-10
2.3 Wiring................................................................................................................ 2-12
2.3.1
Types of Wiring and Locations.......................................................... 2-13
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2.3.2
Recommended Cables..................................................................... 2-14
2.3.3
Preparing Wiring Depending on Specifications................................ 2-16
2.3.4
Connecting Power Cable and Grounding......................................... 2-24
2.3.5
Connecting Signal Cables................................................................ 2-27
Basic Operation and Startup.................................................................... 3-1
3.1
Checking the pressure in the pressurized enclosure.................................... 3-1
3.1.1
How to check the Status Indication of the Protection System............ 3-1
3.1.2
GC-HMI (Touch Panel)....................................................................... 3-3
3.1.3
How to Check the Temperature at Each Part..................................... 3-5
3.1.4
How to Check the Operating Status of the Detector........................... 3-6
3.1.5
How to Measure/Set the Pressure and Flow Rate of Various Gases.3-7
3.1.6
How to Check the Analysis Result...................................................... 3-9
3.1.7
How to Check the Alarm................................................................... 3-13
3.1.8
How to Check the Chromatogram.................................................... 3-16
3.2 Startup............................................................................................................... 3-17
3.2.1
Preparation and check before the power is supplied....................... 3-17
3.2.2
Power supply.................................................................................... 3-20
3.2.3
Operation after supplying power....................................................... 3-21
3.2.4
On/Off operation of detectors........................................................... 3-23
3.2.5
Measuring the standard sample (gas or liquid)................................ 3-25
3.2.6 Calibration......................................................................................... 3-28
3.3
4.
Normal operation (continuous measurement of process sample)............ 3-33
3.3.1
Setting Stream sequence................................................................. 3-33
3.3.2
Setting pressure and flow rate of process samples.......................... 3-34
3.3.3
Starting operation.............................................................................. 3-34
3.3.4
Stopping operation............................................................................ 3-34
3.3.5
Checking data in upper systems....................................................... 3-35
3.3.6
Storing parameters........................................................................... 3-35
3.3.7
Precautions for long-term operation stop......................................... 3-35
GC-HMI (Touch Panel)............................................................................... 4-1
4.1
Setting Screen.................................................................................................... 4-5
4.1.1
General Setting................................................................................... 4-6
4.1.2
GC-HMI Setting................................................................................. 4-11
4.1.3
GC8000 Setting................................................................................ 4-15
4.1.4
Alarm Setting.................................................................................... 4-17
4.2
Analyzer Overview Screen.............................................................................. 4-19
4.3
Analyzer Map Screen....................................................................................... 4-23
4.4
4.3.1
GCM Map Tab................................................................................... 4-23
4.3.2
Stream Map Tab................................................................................ 4-24
Analyzer Operation Screen............................................................................. 4-24
4.4.1
GCM Tab........................................................................................... 4-25
4.4.2
SYS Tab............................................................................................ 4-38
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Chromatogram Screen.................................................................................... 4-42
4.5.1
Pen Selector..................................................................................... 4-44
4.5.2 Snapshot........................................................................................... 4-50
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.5.3
Detail Settings................................................................................... 4-50
4.5.4
Zoomed View.................................................................................... 4-58
Analysis Result Screen................................................................................... 4-59
4.6.1
Analysis Result Screen..................................................................... 4-60
4.6.2
Concentration Analysis History Screen, Retention Time History Screen,
and Calibration Factor History Screen.............................................. 4-62
Alarm Screen.................................................................................................... 4-65
4.7.1
Alarm Status Screen......................................................................... 4-66
4.7.2
Alarm History Screen........................................................................ 4-67
4.7.3
Alarm Details..................................................................................... 4-68
4.7.4
Alarm Popup Screen......................................................................... 4-68
Help Screen...................................................................................................... 4-69
5. EtherLCD.................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1
User Level Switching......................................................................................... 5-3
5.2
Status Display Screen....................................................................................... 5-4
5.3
5.4
5.2.1
A/I Status............................................................................................. 5-5
5.2.2
A/O Status........................................................................................... 5-6
5.2.3
D/I Status............................................................................................ 5-7
5.2.4
D/O Status........................................................................................... 5-8
5.2.5
Remote A/O Status........................................................................... 5-10
5.2.6
Remote D/O Status........................................................................... 5-11
5.2.7
Revision Number.............................................................................. 5-11
5.2.8
Ethernet Status................................................................................. 5-13
5.2.9
Alarm Status..................................................................................... 5-15
5.2.10
Standard B.P data............................................................................. 5-18
5.2.11
Operation Status............................................................................... 5-18
Operation Display screen............................................................................... 5-22
5.3.1
A/O Chromatogram Operation......................................................... 5-22
5.3.2
A/O Operation................................................................................... 5-23
5.3.3
D/O Operation................................................................................... 5-24
5.3.4
Remote A/O Operation..................................................................... 5-25
5.3.5
Remote D/O Operation..................................................................... 5-25
5.3.6
User Program Operation................................................................... 5-26
5.3.7
SD Card Operation........................................................................... 5-31
5.3.8
Auto Tuning Operation...................................................................... 5-32
5.3.9
Detector Adjustment......................................................................... 5-33
5.3.10
Status Switching............................................................................... 5-38
5.3.11
Password Setup................................................................................ 5-38
Table screen..................................................................................................... 5-39
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5.4.1
System Settings................................................................................ 5-40
5.4.2
Operation Parameters...................................................................... 5-41
5.4.3
Temperature Setup........................................................................... 5-47
5.4.4
Detector Setup.................................................................................. 5-48
5.4.5
Method Setup.................................................................................... 5-50
5.4.6
Stream Setup.................................................................................... 5-63
5.4.7
Stream Sequence ............................................................................ 5-64
5.4.8
Peak Setup-General......................................................................... 5-65
5.4.9
Peak Setup-Specific......................................................................... 5-66
5.4.10
Cal/Val Setup.................................................................................... 5-75
5.4.11
Multirange Setup............................................................................... 5-79
5.4.12
Alarm Setup...................................................................................... 5-80
5.4.13
Peak Assignments ........................................................................... 5-81
5.4.14
Communications Setup .................................................................... 5-82
5.4.15
D/O Setup ........................................................................................ 5-83
5.4.16
D/I Setup........................................................................................... 5-87
5.4.17
A/O Setup.......................................................................................... 5-89
5.4.18
A/I Setup........................................................................................... 5-90
5.4.19
Network Setup.................................................................................. 5-91
5.4.20
GCCU Setup..................................................................................... 5-93
5.4.21
Remote A/O (GCCU) Set.................................................................. 5-93
5.4.22
GCM Setup....................................................................................... 5-94
5.4.23
SYS Setup........................................................................................ 5-96
5.4.24
User Programming............................................................................ 5-98
5.4.25
SIMDIS Setup.................................................................................5-101
5.4.26
Units Setup (User Defined) ............................................................5-103
5.4.27
MODBUS CLIENT Setup................................................................5-104
Maintenance................................................................................................6-1
6.1
Maintenance and Inspection............................................................................ 6-1
6.1.1
Explosion-protection Structure........................................................... 6-1
6.1.2
Stopping the system........................................................................... 6-1
6.1.3
Routine Inspection.............................................................................. 6-1
6.1.4 Cylinder............................................................................................... 6-2
6.2
6.1.5
Leak Test............................................................................................. 6-2
6.1.6
Insulation Resistance Test.................................................................. 6-2
6.1.7
Maintenance of Bushings in Isothermal Ovens.................................. 6-2
6.1.8
Checking Chromatograms.................................................................. 6-3
6.1.9
Recommended Parts List for Periodical Replacement...................... 6-3
Procedure for Replacing Parts......................................................................... 6-5
6.2.1
Parts for the Protection system........................................................... 6-5
6.2.2
Components for Electronics section................................................. 6-14
6.2.3
Components for Pressure/Flow Control Section.............................. 6-22
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6.2.4
Oven (Isothermal, Programmed-Temperature) Components.......... 6-31
6.2.5
Components in the Sample Processing System.............................. 6-60
Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 7-1
7.1
7.2
Appendix A
Alarm................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.1
Alarm Type.......................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.2
Alarm Process..................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.3
Alarm Number..................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.4
Alarm Contents................................................................................... 7-3
7.1.5
GC-HMI Alarms................................................................................. 7-11
Common Procedure of Troubleshooting...................................................... 7-12
7.2.1
Malfunctioning Component Concentration Value............................. 7-12
7.2.2
Malfunctioning Retention Time......................................................... 7-13
7.2.3
Malfunctioning Chromatogram......................................................... 7-14
7.2.4
Column system failure...................................................................... 7-18
Principle of Gas Chromatograph.................................................App.A-1
Appendix B Terminology........................................................................ App.B-1
Appendix C Standard Specifications.................................................... App.C-1
Appendix D Action of External Input and Output Signals.................. App.D-1
Appendix E
Computation Scheme.........................................................App.E-1
Appendix F
GC File Converter (GCFC)..................................................App.F-1
Appendix G User Program..................................................................... App.G-1
Appendix H GC User Programming Debugger (GCUD)...................... App.H-1
Appendix I
Distillation Analyzer Operation..............................................App.I-1
Revision Information................................................................................................i
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1. Overview
Three types of GC8000 are available (Type 1 to 4). And each type has a wall-mounting version
and a self-standing version.
Protection system
Protection system
Control unit
Control unit
Large isothermal oven
Large isothermal oven
Standard isothermal oven
Type 1 (Wall-mounting)
Type 2 (Wall-mounting)
Protection system
Explosion proof enclosure
Control unit
Control unit
Standard isothermal oven
Standard isothermal oven
Standard isothermal oven
Programmed oven
Standard isothermal oven
Type 3 (Wall-mounting)
Type 4 (Wall-mounting)
*
The self-standing type is equipped with a GCSMP (excluding Type 3). External sampling systems can be
connected as needed.
Figure 1.1
GC8000 configuration example
l System configuration
The following equipment is used to construct a process gas chromatograph system with the
GC8000 analyzer:
• External sample conditioning equipment
• Personal computer
• Computer for upper system, Analog equipment
• Analyzer network system
The system configuration may differ according to the specifications.
See the General Specifications for details
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l Model and Suffix code
There are some limits in each choice item of Model and Suffix code.
Option
Code
GC8000 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
Explosion- -F
•••••••••••••
proof
-G
•••••••••••••
-C
•••••••••••••
-D
•••••••••••••
-A
•••••••••••••
-E
•••••••••••••
-T
•••••••••••••
-P
Oven 1
1
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
Oven 2
0
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
3
•••••••••••••
Oven 3
0
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
Temperature rating A
•••••••••••••
(Upper limit of oven B
•••••••••••••
temp)
C
•••••••••••••
D
•••••••••••••
EPC (Electronic
N
•••••••••••••
Pressure Controller) 1
•••••••••••••
Display
N
•••••••••••••
1
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
Power supply
-A
•••••••••••••
-B
•••••••••••••
-C
•••••••••••••
-D
•••••••••••••
-E
•••••••••••••
-F
•••••••••••••
-G
•••••••••••••
-H
Language
E
•••••••••••••
J
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
Wiring connection
G
•••••••••••••
P
•••••••••••••
Q
R
•••••••••••••
Installation
-S
•••••••••••••
-W
•••••••••••••
Connection of air & carrier gas
N
•••••••••••••
R
•••••••••••••
Air output
S
•••••••••••••
Model
Suffix Code
Nos. of air-output for stream changing
E
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
A
B
C
D
E
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
•••••••••••••
Description
Process Gas Chromatograph
FM X-purge
FM Y-purge
CSA X-purge
CSA Y-purge
ATEX
IECEx
TIIS
NEPSI
Large isothermal oven
Standard isothermal oven
None
Standard isothermal oven
Programmed oven
None
Standard isothermal oven
T1 (320 degC or less)
T2 (225 degC or less)
T3 (145 degC or less)
T4 (95 degC or less)
None
Provided
None
Provided
100VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
110VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
115VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
120VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
200VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
220VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
230VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
240VAC+/-10%, 50/60Hz+/- 5%
English
Japnese
Conduit wiring (3/4NPT(F))
Cable packing (G3/4(F))
Cable packing (3/4NPT(F))
Cable packing (M25x1.5(F))
Self-standing
Wall-mounting
Inlet: NPT, Outlet: 1/4” tube fitting
Inlet: Rc, Outlet: 6mm tube fitting
To GCSMP (Analyzer Base Sampling
System)
To External System
Decimal: 0
Decimal: 1
Decimal: 2
Decimal: 3
Decimal: 4
Decimal: 5
Decimal: 6
Decimal: 7
Decimal: 8
Binary: 1bit
Binary: 2bits
Binary: 3bits
Binary: 4bits
Binary: 5bits
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Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4
Slot 5
Ethernet connection
Option
1-3
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Option
Code
•••••••••••••
-P
•••••••••••••
-C
•••••••••••••
-D
•••••••••••••
-1
•••••••••••••
-2
•••••••••••••
-3
•••••••••••••
-4
•••••••••••••
-5
•••••••••••••
-6
•••••••••••••
-7
•••••••••••••
-8
•••••••••••••
-A
•••••••••••••
-N
•••••••••••••
C
•••••••••••••
D
•••••••••••••
1
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
3
•••••••••••••
4
•••••••••••••
5
•••••••••••••
6
•••••••••••••
7
•••••••••••••
8
•••••••••••••
A
•••••••••••••
N
•••••••••••••
1
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
3
•••••••••••••
4
•••••••••••••
5
•••••••••••••
6
•••••••••••••
7
•••••••••••••
8
•••••••••••••
A
•••••••••••••
N
•••••••••••••
1
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
3
•••••••••••••
4
•••••••••••••
5
•••••••••••••
6
•••••••••••••
7
•••••••••••••
8
•••••••••••••
A
•••••••••••••
N
•••••••••••••
1
•••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••
3
•••••••••••••
4
•••••••••••••
5
•••••••••••••
6
•••••••••••••
7
•••••••••••••
8
•••••••••••••
A
•••••••••••••
N
-A
•••••••••••••
-B
•••••••••••••
-C
•••••••••••••
-D
•••••••••••••
-N
•••••••••••••
N
•••••••••••••
N •••••••••••••
/KC
Suffix Code
Description
User Programming
Serial communication (1ch)
Serial communication (2ch)
AO (System isolated), 8 outputs
AO (Channel isolated), 8 outputs
AI (Voltage), 4 inputs
AI (Current), 4 inputs
DIO (DC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DIO (AC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DO (DC), 5 outputs
DO (AC), 5 outputs
DI, 8 inputs
None
Serial communication (1ch)
Serial communication (2ch)
AO (System isolated), 8 outputs
AO (Channel isolated), 8 outputs
AI (Voltage), 4 inputs
AI (Current), 4 inputs
DIO (DC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DIO (AC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DO (DC), 5 outputs
DO (AC), 5 outputs
DI, 8 inputs
None
AO (System isolated), 8 outputs
AO (Channel isolated), 8 outputs
AI (Voltage), 4 inputs
AI (Current), 4 inputs
DIO (DC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DIO (AC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DO (DC), 5 outputs
DO (AC), 5 outputs
DI, 8 inputs
None
AO (System isolated), 8 outputs
AO (Channel isolated), 8 outputs
AI (Voltage), 4 inputs
AI (Current), 4 inputs
DIO (DC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DIO (AC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DO (DC), 5 outputs
DO (AC), 5 outputs
DI, 8 inputs
None
AO (System isolated), 8 outputs
AO (Channel isolated), 8 outputs
AI (Voltage), 4 inputs
AI (Current), 4 inputs
DIO (DC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DIO (AC), 3 outputs & 3 inputs
DO (DC), 5 outputs
DO (AC), 5 outputs
DI, 8 inputs
None
100Base TX (RJ45 port), Dual type
100Base FX (SC connector), Dual type
100Base TX (RJ45 port), Single type
100Base FX (SC connector), Single type
Always “-N”
Always “N”
Always “N”
EMC model (only TIIS)
For products whose suffix code contains “Z,” an exclusive manual may be included.
Please read it along with the standard manual.
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Ethernet communication *10
Serial communication (RS-422) *10
*4 Contact output for System alarm 1
*4 Contact output for Annunciator
*4 *6
Analog output (4 to 20mA DC)
Channel isolation or System isolation, up to 32
Contact output (AC or DC), up to 20 *10
Power
Analog input (4 to 20mA/1 to 5V DC), up to 16 *10
Contact input (5V DC, 20mA DC or more), up to 32
*1
50A
SGP, STPG
Vent line
(1/8 inch 316SS pipes
for standard,
1/4 inch teflon tube
for FID/FPD)
Grounding resistance 100Ω or less
15A
SPG,
STPG
Vent stack
Air output for Stream switching valve
(350 kPa), up to 8
*5
Dehumidifier
*8 Vent header
(Both ends are
Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT)
15A SPG, STPG
Drain
ID:10mm
or more
Calibration standard
sample
*9
Sample
*7
Drain tank
Using a drain
tank
Without Vent stack
Using a water
seal pot
With Vent stack
…
50A
Water
seal
pot
Sample
*2
Analyzer base
sampling unit
(Depends on specifications)
(Spare)
15A SPG, STPG
Vent stack
Combustion air for FID/FPD
(400 to 700 kPa)
Air output for
Atmospheric balance
valve (350 kPa)
*3
Instrument air
(350 to 900kPa)
*11 (500 to 900 kPa for FPD)
Carrier gas
Liquid sample
(Spare)
50A
SGP, STPG
Combustion gas or
Make-up gas for FID/FPD
*1: The specification determines the number of Explosion proof enclosures. No enclosures is needed for FM-Y,
CSA-Y type.
*2: If an analyzer base sampling unit is provided, most applications require no external sampling equipment.
In addition, optimum sampling systems are prepared depending on various conditions. (For details, consult
Yokogawa. Optimal sampling systems will be offered.)
*3: For air purge piping, use stainless steel pipe of 1/2 inch or more.
*4: Power and contact output for system alarm 1 or annunciator are connected to control unit in case of FM-Y,
CSA-Y type.
*5: Dehumidifier can be optionally provided by Yokogawa. Other wiring cables, piping and installation materials
should be supplied by the user.
*6: Circuit breaker (30 AT or less) shall be suitable for the item of the power supply described in the
specification, and located near the analyzer.
*7: Drain tank is needed only for GCs using FID/FPD. This is not used for GCs using TCD.
*8: Fix venting pipes properly so that the load of the venting pipes does not apply to the assembling vents of
this analyzer.
*9: The number of streams including one for calibration standard sample is as follows, in case of using GCSMP.
Type 1: Maximum of 7
Type 2: Maximum of 4
*10: Signal interrupters (disconnects) are required depending on the specification.
*11: Air pressure set value of the regulator is depended on the source air temperature and need to tune the
setting value.
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Type 1 (Wall-mounting)
Unit: mm
Protection system *1
102
580
Wiring connection *2
Connection to electronics section *2
102
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6 mm or 1/4” tube
Control unit
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
50
(935)
375
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
1131
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Holes for installation
4-ø10.5
50
455
560
30
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
30
674
(80)
430
20
Large isothermal oven
A
(190)
(580)
(800)
View A
Weight: approx. 100 kg
28
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
125
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
Cable gland
(62)
(85)
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
28
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
35
36
(62)
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Connection a
*3
400
20
(580)
(430)
590
300
(85)
125 36
36
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
1100
b
*5
(1280)
*3: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4: It is recommended to mount at approx. 800 mm
above the floor for easy operation or
maintenance.
*5: The wall construction for mounting has to be
designed for 4 times the weight of the analyzer.
*4
1.2
1-5
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Wiring
connection a b
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
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Type 1 (Self-standing)
Unit: mm
Protection system *1
Wiring connection *2
Connection to electronics section *2
580
430
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve *1
6 mm or 1/4” tube
375
Control unit
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
1900
(1704)
560
Large isothermal oven
Holes for installation
4-ø15 *3
500
40
Analyzer base sampling
unit (GCSMP) or base
*4
(190)
22.5
700
300
(430)
Inlet/outlet for sample gas,
standard gas and others
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
(580)
(800)
69
View A
Steam drain outlet *1
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Steam inlet *1
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
28
Connection 3/4NPT
36
(62)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Connection a
b
1100
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
125 36
36
20
400
(430)
(580)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
(85)
590
300
125
Cable gland
*4: The empty compartment (base) placed
by Yokogawa to create a Self-standing
GC8000-A, does not impair the
compliance of the GC8000-A.
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
*4
M12 screw
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
(62)
25±5
(85)
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
35
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
*3: The four outer holes are used
for installation.
The height of M12 screw
(prepared by user) is 25 ±5 mm
from the floor.
Weight: approx. 140 kg
28
A
(1280)
*5: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4:
Wiring
a b
connection
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
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Type 2 (Wall-mounting)
Protection system B *1
(only 100 V)
102
Unit: mm
Protection system A *1
580
102
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6 mm or 1/4” tube
Control unit
375
865
1541
(1345)
560
50
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
Large isothermal oven
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
30
30
674
(80)
430
20
(70)
50
410
Standard isothermal oven
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
70
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Holes for installation
4-ø10.5
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
1
Wiring connection *2
Connection to electronics section *2
(190)
(580)
(800)
View A
A
Weight: approx. 155 kg
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
Cable gland
(62)
125
(85)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
28
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
28
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
c
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
35
125 36
36
1100
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
(62)
400
Connection a
*3
(580)
(430)
590
300
20
(85)
36
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
b
*5
(1280)
Wiring
a b c
connection
connection b
G3/4
31 30
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
29 28
3/4NPT
*4
*3: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4: It is recommended to mount at approx. 500 mm
above the floor for easy operation or
maintenance.
*5: The wall construction for mounting has to be
designed for 4 times the weight of the analyzer.
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Type 2 (Self-standing)
Unit: mm
Protection system A *1
Protection system B *1
(only 100 V)
Wiring connection *2
Connection to electronics section *2
580
430
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve *1
6 mm or 1/4” tube
375
Control unit
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
Holes for installation
4-ø15 *3
500
40
300
(430)
410
Standard isothermal oven
(190)
(580)
(800)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
c
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
35
36
(62)
125 36
36
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
Connection a
b
*4
1100
(85)
20
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
(430)
400
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
125
Cable gland
(580)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
(62)
25±5
(85)
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
*4: The empty compartment (base) placed
by Yokogawa to create a Self-standing
GC8000-A, does not impair the
compliance of the GC8000-A.
Weight: approx. 190 kg
Steam inlet *1
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
28
69
Steam drain outlet *1
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
A
M12 screw
View A
28
440
*4
Analyzer base sampling
unit (GCSMP) or base
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
*3: The four outer holes are used
for installation.
The height of M12 screw
(prepared by user) is 25 ±5 mm
from the floor.
22.5
Inlet/outlet for sample gas,
standard gas and others
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
590
300
2050
(1854)
560
Large isothermal oven
(1280)
*5: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4:
Wiring
a bb c
connection
connection
G3/4
31 30
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
29 28
3/4NPT
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Type 3 (Wall-mounting)
Protection system B *1
102
Unit: mm
Protection system A *1
Connection to electronics section *2
580
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6 mm or 1/4” tube
375
Control unit
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Holes for installation
4-ø10.5
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
410
410
50
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
410
50
1801
(1605)
Standard isothermal oven
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
715
Standard isothermal oven
410
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
Standard isothermal oven
(190)
50
(580)
(800)
View A
30
30
674
(80)
430
20
(70)
70
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
1
Wiring connection *2
102
Weight: approx. 200 kg
A
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
Cable gland
(62)
125
(85)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
28
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
28
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
c
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
35
125 36
36
1100
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
(62)
400
Connection a
*3
(580)
(435)
590
300
20
(85)
36
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
b
*5
(1280)
Wiring
Wiring
a b c
connection
connection b
G3/4
31 30
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
29 28
3/4NPT
*4
*3: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4: It is recommended to mount at approx. 250 mm
above the floor for easy operation or
maintenance.
*5: The wall construction for mounting has to be
designed for 4 times the weight of the analyzer.
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Type 3 (Self-standing)
Unit: mm
Protection system A *1
Connection to electronics section *2
Protection system B *1
580
Wiring connection *2
430
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6 mm or 1/4” tube
375
Control unit
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
410
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
(1855)
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
Holes for installation
4-ø15 *3
500
40
300
(435)
410
Standard
isothermal oven
2051
Standard
isothermal oven
410
Standard
isothermal oven
(190)
(580)
(800)
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
View A
250
Base
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
125
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
28
Cable gland
(62)
25±5
(85)
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
28
A
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
35
36
125 36
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
c
Connection a
b
1100
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
(62)
400
*4
(580)
(435)
590
300
20
(85)
36
M12 screw
Weight: approx. 220 kg
350
435
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
*3: The four outer holes are used
for installation.
The height of M12 screw
(prepared by user) is 25 ±5 mm
from the floor.
27.5
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
(1280)
*4: Required clearance needed for wiring.
Wiring
Wiring
a bb c
connection
connection
G3/4
31 30
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
29 28
3/4NPT
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Type 4 (Wall-mounting)
Protection system B *1
102
Unit: mm
Protection system A *1
Connection to electronics section *2
580
1
Wiring connection *2
102
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6 mm or 1/4” tube
375
Control unit
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Holes for installation
4-ø10.5
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
615
Standard isothermal oven
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
1391
(1195)
410
50
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT
130
50
410
Programmed
temperature oven
30
674
(80)
430
20
(190)
(580)
(800)
A
View A
Weight: approx. 140 kg
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
Connection 3/4NPT
28
Cable gland
(62)
125
(85)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
28
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
35
125 36
36
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
c
1100
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
(62)
400
Connection a
*3
(580)
(430)
590
300
20
(85)
36
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
b
*5
(1280)
Wiring
Wiring
a b c
connection
connection b
G3/4
31 30
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
29 28
3/4NPT
*4
*3: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4: It is recommended to mount at approx. 500 mm
above the floor for easy operation or
maintenance.
*5: The wall construction for mounting has to be
designed for 4 times the weight of the analyzer.
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Type 4 (Self-standing)
Unit: mm
Protection system A *1
Connection to electronics section *2
Protection system B *1
580
Wiring connection *2
430
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
Grounding wiring
(100 Ω or less)
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6 mm or 1/4” tube
375
Control unit
Operation panel *1
Pressure gauge *1
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6 mm or 1/4” tube
(1704)
Standard
isothermal oven
Liquid-sample
valve (LSV) *1
1900
410
Vent header *1
(connection
Rc1/2 or
1/2NPT)
410
Programmed
temperature oven
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT
Holes for installation
4-ø15 *3
40
500
300
(430)
Analyzer base sampling
unit (GCSMP) or base
*4
(190)
22.5
440
Inlet/outlet for sample gas,
standard gas and others
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
(580)
(800)
View A
36
125 36
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: G3/4 or 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
c
Connection a
b
1100
Connector
(as accessories)
Cable gland
(62)
400
Connection 3/4NPT
*4
(580)
(430)
590
300
For FM-Y, CSA-Y (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
For TIIS (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connector (as accessories)
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection 3/4NPT For ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI (wiring connection: M25x1.5)
Connection M25x1.5
3/4NPT
20
Sealing fitting
(as accessories)
(for Ethernet cable)
36
*4: The empty compartment (base) placed
by Yokogawa to create a Self-standing
GC8000-A, does not impair the
compliance of the GC8000-A.
For FM-X, CSA-X (wiring connection: 3/4NPT)
Connection 3/4NPT
125
Cable gland
(85)
M12 screw
Cable gland (as accessories)
Connection Connection G3/4
G3/4
(62)
25±5
(85)
For TIIS (wiring connection: G3/4)
Weight: approx. 170 kg
35
*1: It depends on specifications.
*2: Wiring connections are shown in
right figures.
*3: The four outer holes are used
for installation.
The height of M12 screw
(prepared by user) is 25 ±5 mm
from the floor.
Steam inlet *1
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
28
A
28
69
Steam drain outlet *1
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
(1280)
*5: Required clearance needed for wiring.
*4:
Wiring
Wiring
a b c
connection
connection b
G3/4
31 30
G3/4
31
3/4NPT 29
29 28
3/4NPT
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l Piping connection of control unit, isothermal oven, large isothermal oven, and
programmed temperature oven
Unit :mm
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
39
20
Air outlet for stream switching valve
6mm or 1/4” tube
138
Inlet/outlet for sample gas, carrier gases, etc.
6mm or 1/4” tube
30
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
155
30
139.5
138
23
23
170
39
20
170
Control unit
30
15
230
230
23
23
30
15
Isothermal
oven
Programmed
temperature
oven
40
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet Large
isothermal oven
Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT
20.5
l Analyzer base sampling system (GCSMP)
Unit: mm
215
Inlet/outlet for sample
gas, standard gas, etc.
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
30
55
80
60 30 60 120
Steam outlet
or drain *
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
120
Steam inlet *
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
165
For Type 1
*
150
120
60
Steam inlet *
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
110
150
60 30 60
Steam outlet
or drain *
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
215
110
300
55
Inlet/outlet for sample
gas, standard gas, etc.
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
80
*: It depends on specifications.
165
For Type 2, Type 4
Some specifications do not have these connections.
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l Communication converter/Signal interrupter (disconnecter)
Rack-mounted type
• Converter for RS-422/RS-232C: K9806AS*
• Signal interrupter for Ethernet twisted pair cable: K9806AA
• Signal interrupter for RS-422 output, analog input: K9806AE
15
Unit: mm
2-holes for M4 screw
The number and the location of
the terminals depend on its part number.
15
135
170
15
160
92
5
30
Weight: approx. 500 g
• Signal interrupter for contact output (AC): K9806AN*
• Signal interrupter for contact output (DC): K9806AJ*
20
2-holes for M4 screw
135
Unit: mm
170
15
160
92
15
The number and the location of
the terminals depend on its part number.
5
or
40
K9806AN: Protective earth
Weight: approx. 500 g
Note: Rack-mounted type should be installed vertically. The space between the converters/the signal interrupters
with mark (*) should be kept more than 10 mm.
The wall construction for mounting has to be designed for 4 times the weight of the product.
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• Converter for RS-422/RS-232C: K9806AT
• Signal interrupter for Ethernet twisted pair cable: K9806AB
1
Unit: mm
90
135
38
15
The number and the location of
the terminals depend on its part number.
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Weight: approx. 500 g
Note: Desk-top type should be installed horizontally.
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Auxiliary Hardware
(1) Cylinders (carrier gas, standard gases, etc.)
These cylinders are filled with a carrier gas or standard gas.
The maximum filling pressure is limited to 15 MPa considering the strength of the cylinders.
(2) Regulator for cylinder
This valve reduces a cylinder pressure to a safe degree to facilitate handling. The valve is directly
mounted to the cylinder.
(3) Stop valve
This valve shuts down the lines for the sample gas, instrument gas, and so on. It is operated
manually.
(4) Dehumidifier
Any moisture in the carrier gas affects the columns. Therefore, if the carrier gas contains
moisture over 10 ppm, it is recommended to use a desiccant, such as a molecular sieve, to
prevent deterioration of the columns.
(5) Vent stacks
These are pipes to discharge sample bypass vent, sample vent, backflush vent, foreflush vent,
detector vent, measurement gas vent, and others to the atmosphere collectively.
Direct the exhaust gas to an area where the gas sufficiently disperses and diffuses before
discharging.
(6) Regulator for sample
This valve reduces the sample pressure to a specified degree.
To vaporize a liquid sample, use a regulator with a steam-heated vaporizer.
(7) Pipings
The pipes for the sample inlet, carrier gas inlet, standard gas inlet, air for valve driving, air for
FID/FPD, FID/FPD hydrogen, steam, sampling bypass, and various vents are provided.
(8) Joints
The joints are used to connect pipes.
1.4
Gases Required for Operation
The following gases are required for the analyzer:
(1) Sample gas
The gas to be analyzed from the process line
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(2) Carrier gas
Prepare a gas cylinder for the carrier gas. Keep spare cylinders at hand, too.
1
If two different carrier gases are used, two gas cylinders are needed.
The gas must satisfy the following conditions. (Gas with higher purity may be required depending
on the specifications. See the delivery specifications for details.)
Purity: Measuring range from 0 to 50 ppm or more: 99.99% minimum
Moisture: 10 ppm or less; organic components: 5 ppm or less
Measuring range from 0 to less than 50 ppm: 99.999% minimum
Moisture: 5 ppm or less; organic components: 0.1 ppm or less
(3) Standard gas
This gas is used for calibration. Prepare a gas cylinder including measurement component.
Since up to three different standard gases can be used for automatic calibration, prepare gas
cylinders suitable for calibration.
(4) FID/FPD combustion hydrogen gas
Hydrogen gas is necessary when either FID or FPD is used as a detector. Prepare pure
hydrogen gas in a cylinder, and keep spare cylinders at hand.
The gas must satisfy the following conditions. (Gas with higher purity may be required depending
on the specifications. See the delivery specifications for details.)
Purity: Measuring range from 0 to 50 ppm or more: 99.99% minimum
Moisture: 10 ppm or less; organic components: 5 ppm or less
Measuring range from 0 to less than 50 ppm: 99.999% minimum
Moisture: 5 ppm or less; organic components: 0.1 ppm or less
(5) Instrument air
This air is used for valve actuation and purging.
Pressure:
350 to 900 kPa
500 to 900 kPa (with FPD)
350 to 900 kPa (Programmed temperature oven without cooler)
500 to 900 kPa (Programmed temperature oven with cooler)
Flowrate:
Type 1:
140 L/min
Type 1 with FPD: 440 L/min
Type 2:
210 L/min
Type 2 with FPD: 510 L/min
Type 3:
280 L/min
Type 4: Depend on the specification
210 L/min or more (Without cooler and immediate cooling function)
600 L/min or more (Without cooler with immediate cooling function)
510 L/min or more (With cooler without immediate cooling function)
510 L/min or more (With cooler and immediate cooling function)
Oil:
5 ppm or less
Cleanliness:
Must be free from dust, corrosive elements, and toxic elements.
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(6) FID/FPD combustion air
This air is used to burn hydrogen gas in an FID or FPD.
The air must satisfy the following conditions.
Purity:
Measuring range from 0 to 50 ppm or more: moisture: 10 ppm or less; organic
components: 5 ppm or less
Measuring range from 0 to less than 50 ppm: moisture: 5 ppm or less; organic
components: 0.1 ppm or less
(7) Steam
Steam is required to steam-heat a sample. Prepare a steam source that can apply the pressure
listed in “Operation Data.”
1.5
Conformance Standards
Safety Standard and EMC Standard are showned in the following list.
Ex Certification MS code
TIIS
GC8000-T
GC8000-T
/KC *2
ATEX *1
GC8000-A
IECEx *2
GC8000-E
NEPSI *3
GC8000-P
FM
GC8000-F
GC8000-G
CSA
*1:
*2:
*3:
Safety Standard
EN 61010-1
EN 61010-2-030
EMC standard
EN 61326-1 Class A, Table 2
EN 61326-2-3
Korea Electromagnetic Conformity Standard
RCM Mark
FM 3810: 2005
(ANSI/ISA 61010-1-2004 (82.02.01),
ANSI/ISA-82.02.02-1996 (IEC 61010-2-031))
GC8000-C CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
GC8000-D
-
Analyzer base sampling unit (GCSMP) or base placed under GC8000-A is not covered by the EU-DoC nor the EC Typeexamination Certificate. The empty compartment (base) placed by Yokogawa to create a Selfstanding GC8000-A, does not
impair the compliance of the GC8000-A.
The design is based on the safety and EMC standard, though the mark of CE is not indicated.
The design is based on the safety and EMC standard, though the mark of CE, KC and RCM are not indicated.
CAUTION
This instrument is a Class A product, and is designed for use in an industrial environment. Please
use this instrument in an industrial environment only.
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Data Plate
n FM
1
l FM-X
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
l FM-Y
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(g)
(f)
(e)
(h)
(i)
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(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
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Text
-F, -G
Model and suffix codes
100, 110, 115, 120, 200, 220, 230, 240
Maximum rated power
Latest style number
Instrument number
Year of production
KGC number
(T)1 to (T)4
Remarks
FM-X, FM-Y
With additional code
Depends on power specifications (-A to -H)
In A.D. year
Depends on temperature class specifications
n CSA
l CSA-X
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(g)
(f)
(e)
(h)
(i)
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l CSA-Y
1
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(g)
(f)
(e)
(h)
(i)
No.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
Text
-C, -D
Model and suffix codes
100, 110, 115, 120, 200, 220, 230, 240
Maximum rated power
Latest style number
Instrument number
Year of production
KGC number
(T)1 to (T)4
Remarks
CSA-X, CSA-Y
With additional code
Depends on power specifications (-A to -H)
In A.D. year
Depends on temperature class specifications
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In case of Type 1
*1
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(h)
(g)
(f)
(e)
(i)
(i)
(j)
In case of Type 2
*2
In case of Type 3
*3
In case of Type 4
*1: Approx. 110,000 cm3 with EPC
*2: Approx. 129,000 cm3 with EPC
*3: Approx. 142,000 cm3 with EPC
*4: Approx. 120,500 cm3 with EPC
*4
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(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
Text
-A
Model and suffix codes
100, 110, 115, 120, 200, 220, 230, 240
Maximum rated power
40, 45, 50
Latest style number
Instrument number
Year of production
KGC number
(T)1 to (T)4
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Remarks
ATEX
With additional code
Depends on power specifications (-A to -H)
T1, T2: 40 °C, T3: 45 °C, T4: 50 °C
In A.D. year
Depends on temperature class specifications
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n IECEx
In case of Type 1
*1
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(h)
(g)
(f)
(e)
(i)
(j)
In case of Type 2
*2
In case of Type 3
*3
In case of Type 4
*1: Approx. 110,000 cm3 with EPC
*2: Approx. 129,000 cm3 with EPC
*3: Approx. 142,000 cm3 with EPC
*4
*4: Approx. 120,500 cm3 with EPC
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(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
Text
-E
Model and suffix codes
100, 110, 115, 120, 200, 220, 230, 240
Maximum rated power
40, 45, 50
Latest style number
Instrument number
Year of production
KGC number
(T)1 to (T)4
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Remarks
IECEx
With additional code
Depends on power specifications (-A to -H)
T1, T2: 40 °C, T3: 45 °C, T4: 50 °C
In A.D. year
Depends on temperature class specifications
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n NEPSI
In case of Type 1
*1
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(h)
(g)
(f)
(e)
(i)
(j)
In case of Type 2
*2
In case of Type 3
*3
In case of Type 4
*1: Approx. 110,000
cm3
with EPC
*2: Approx. 129,000 cm3 with EPC
*3: Approx. 142,000 cm3 with EPC
*4
*4: Approx. 120,500 cm3 with EPC
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(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
Text
-P
Model and suffix codes
100, 110, 115, 120, 200, 220, 230, 240
Maximum rated power
40, 45, 50
Latest style number
Instrument number
Year of production
KGC number
(T)1 to (T)4
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Remarks
NEPSI
With additional code
Depends on power specifications (-A to -H)
T1, T2: 40 °C, T3: 45 °C, T4: 50 °C
In A.D. year
Depends on temperature class specifications
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n TIIS
In case of Type 1
(a)
(b)
*1
(c)
(f)
(e)
(d)
(g)
(h)
(only for /KC)
In case of Type 3
In case of Type 2
*3
*2
In case of Type 4
*1: Approx. 110,000 cm3 with EPC
*2: Approx. 129,000 cm3 with EPC
*3: Approx. 142,000 cm3 with EPC
*4
*4: Approx. 120,500 cm3 with EPC
No.
Text
(a) -T
(b) Model and suffix codes
(c) 100 ±10%, 110 ±10%, 115 ±10%, 120 ±10%,
200 ±10%, 220 ±10%, 230 ±10%, 240 ±10%
(d) Latest style number
(e) Instrument number
(f) Year of production
(g) KGC number
(h) (T)1 to (T)4
Remarks
TIIS
With additional code
Depends on power specifications (-A to -H)
In A.D. year
Depends on temperature class specifications
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1.7 Features
1
l Simple operation by touching the screen
The GC-HMI (Human Machine Interface: a 12-inch color LCD touch panel) dramatically improves
operation and simplifies maintenance.
l GC modules enable parallel chromatography
Parallel chromatography is made practical with the introduction of the GC Module concept.
Complex applications are divided into smaller simultaneous measurements, reducing the
analysis time and allowing configurations to be tailored to customers’ needs.
● Gas Chromatograph Module (GCM)
As a single GCM is equivalent to a single virtual GC, virtual GCs set up on the GC8000 can
measure multiple streams simultaneously.
● System (SYS)
SYS is the smallest segment for analysis, and SYSs can be set up in a single GCM.
Therefore, individual SYS configurations allow the GC8000 to measure only the most
important element with a shorter analysis time among the elements. Each SYS assigned to
a specific GCM analyzes simultaneously, whereas each SYS assigned to a different GCM
does not.
l Flexible and secure GC network design
● The communications network of the GC8000 is based on the Ethernet structure to transmit
data to GC workstations and the DCS system. The GC8000 can be set up for either a single
Ethernet network or a redundant network.
● Modbus TCP/IP protocol support eliminates the need for communication gateways to
DCS systems in many situations. This not only simplifies the network architecture, but also
removes a potential point of failure in delivering analytical data to the DCS system. For
communication systems that still require Serial Modbus gateways, the ASGW is available.
● For customer sites with an existing Ethernet network for the GC1000 Mark II, the GC8000 is
fully compatible without having to modify the network.
l State-of-the-art maintenance software
● Re-analysis function of ASET
Conventional process chromatographs measure concentrations in accordance with
the preset configuration for chromatogram analysis. The appropriate configuration is
determined by trial-and-error based on the results of many analyses.
With this function, the GC8000 can measure concentrations in accordance with the most
appropriate configuration for chromatograms saved in a file after measurements. The result
can be sent to the analyzer and reused for other measurements. This feature dramatically
reduces the maintenance time and improves troubleshooting such as mixtures of process
samples with uncertain components.
● Custom software capability
With the programming in YM-BASIC (Yokogawa’s original programming language based on
BASIC), calculation formulas for analysis results and various measurement statuses such
as stream switching can be changed. This function also allows special calculations using
analog inputs from other analyzers and contact inputs.
● Gate tracking function
The automatic peak tracking function of GC1000 Mark II was improved. The setting of
tracking (correction) conditions of the gate time setting to detect peaks has become flexible,
from simultaneously setting all GCs to setting each SYS or each detector. This enables
precise measurement even in multicomponent analysis such as PIONA.
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● Gas Chromatograph File Converter (GCFC) software (option)
Chromatogram data saved in a file on the GC8000 can be converted to the AIA/ANDI format
(complying with the ASTME1947-98 Reapproved 2004 and E1948-98 Reapproved 2004).
The file of converted chromatogram data can be opened with EZchrom Elite, which is a
chromatography data system from Agilent Technologies, for comparison with the currently
used data.
l Highly reliable hardware
The GC8000 uses the same proven components including detectors and valves as used in our
previous GC model for reliable, precise performance. It is possible to share service parts with the
previous model.
1.8 GCM
n Configuration of a flexible system achieved by multiple ovens/
detectors and the GC module
The GC8000 is capable of holding up to three ovens. Each oven can accommodate up to two
detectors (up to six detectors for the entire GC). Furthermore, a new GC module (GCM) concept
has been introduced into the GC8000. With the combination of multiple ovens/detectors and the
GCM concept, complex applications can be segmented into simple column systems, enabling far
more flexible system configuration to address customers’ requests. For example, it is applicable
to parallel chromatography (parallel GC) to conduct simultaneous analysis of multiple streams
and high-speed analysis of components which require relatively short-time analysis.
Figure 1.2
n GC Module (GCM)
The GCM is a virtual GC that measures process streams which exist in one GC. Up to six GCMs
can be configured for one GC8000 unit, each of which operates as an independent GC. Through
this approach, one GC8000 unit can have functions equal to multiple GCs. The GCM can hold
multiple independent analysis cycles, which are called SYSs.
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n SYS
SYS is the smallest analysis unit with an independent analysis cycle. Up to six SYSs can be
set in the GCM. This enables the GCM to repeat the measurement of only components which
require relatively short-time analysis among the process stream component group, in a short
period of time. Respective SYSs in the same GCM synchronously analyze. SYSs in different
GCMs asynchronously analyze.
1.9
User Program Function
The user program function is to achieve a more complex and advanced value analyses and GC
operation, based on scripts created by the user. The script is described using an interpreter-type
language based on the YM-BASIC developed by Yodogawa. There are two timing options to
execute the script: at the end of peak detection and regular cycle.
Specific examples of functions achieved by the user program function are as follows:
• Calculations (temperature correction, atmospheric pressure correction, etc.) by acquiring
analog input or contact input from other analyzers
• Range changes depending on concentration values
• BTU value calculations
• Backup GC analysis start command when a malfunction arises in the main GC
* This function is optional. To use it, an UP card is necessary
1.10
1.10.1
Configuration
Type and Appearance
The GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph consists of a protection system*, control unit, oven
unit, and stanchion or analyzer base sampling unit (GCSMP)**.
*
**
The specification decides the number of the flameproof enclosure.
A GCSMP can be mounted on the self-standing type. External sampling systems can be connected as
needed.
The oven unit can contain a large isothermal oven (volume: 40 L) or isothermal oven (31 L),
or programmed-temperature oven (11 L). Thus, the GC8000 has four major models by type
and number of oven units. Moreover, each model comes with the self-standing type and wallmounting type.
The control unit consists of the electronic section and the flow control section. In some
specifications, a 12-inch color LCD touch panel is mounted on the front as the GC-HMI.
Each oven unit can contain a large isothermal oven, isothermal oven, or programmedtemperature oven and its pressure and flow control section and electronic section. An EPC box is
mounted in the electronic section depending on the specifications.
The electronic section of the control unit and the electronic section of oven units 1-3 (including
the EPC box) connect with one another to form a single pressurized enclosure.
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Refer to Figures 1.3 to 1.6.
GC-HMI (touch panel) *3
Data plate
Pressure
control
section *3
Large
isothermal
oven section
Protection system *1
Warning plate
Control unit
Electronics
section
Flow
control
section
Oven unit 1
EPC box *3
Analyzer base
sampling unit *2
/Up to 6 streams
+ standard gas (liquid)
LSV (liquid
sample valve) *3
*1
*2
*3
The specification decides the number of the flameproof enclosure of the protection system.
A stanchion or GCSMP can be mounted on the self-standing type.
External sampling systems can be connected as needed.
Depending on the specifications.
Figure 1.3
Structure and components of Type 1
GC-HMI (touch panel) *3
Data plate
Large
isothermal
oven section
Protection system *1
Warning plate
Control unit
Electronics
section
Pressure
control
section *3
Isothermal
oven
section
Oven unit 1
EPC box *3
Oven unit 2
Analyzer base
sampling unit *2
/Up to 6 streams
+ standard gas (liquid)
LSV (liquid
sample valve) *3
*1
*2
*3
Flow
control
section
The specification decides the number of the flameproof enclosure of the protection system.
A GCSMP can be mounted on the self-standing type.
External sampling systems can be connected as needed.
Depending on the specifications.
Figure 1.4
Structure and components of Type 2
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GC-HMI (touch panel) *2
Protection system
Data plate
Warning plate
Control unit
Isothermal
oven section
Electronics
section
Pressure
control
section *1
Flow
control
section
EPC box *3
Oven unit 1
Oven unit 2
Oven unit 3
LSV (liquid
sample valve) *1
*1
*2
Stanchion*1
A stanchion is mounted on the self-standing type.
External sampling systems can be connected as needed.
Depending on the specifications.
Figure 1.5
Structure and components of Type 3
GC-HMI (touch panel) *2
Protection system *2
Data plate
Warning plate
Pressure
control
section *2
Control unit
Electronics
section
Isothermal
oven
section
Flow
control
section
Oven unit 1
EPC box *2
LSV (liquid
sample valve) *2
Oven unit 2
Programmed
temperature
oven section
Analyzer base
sampling unit *1
/Up to 3 streams
+ standard gas (liquid)
*1
*2
A GCSMP can be mounted on the self-standing type.
External sampling systems can be connected as needed.
Depending on the specifications.
Figure 1.6
1.10.2
Structure and components of Type 4
Components and their Functions
(1) Protection System
The protection system is a flameproof enclosure and contains the protection circuit in the
pressurized enclosure. The Y-purging specification (FM) does not use this system.
This device contains the power relay, pressure switch, timer, relay, illuminance sensor, and
override switch.
The device monitors the internal pressures of the pressurized enclosures (the electronic section
of the control unit and oven units 1 to 3, the large isothermal oven, the isothermal oven, or
programmed-temperature oven) while the power is on, and if any of them indicates lower than
392 Pa, the protection system will automatically turn off the power.
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This automatic power-off can be disabled by a function called “overriding.” To enable this
function, open the cover of the protection system and press the override switch while the
illuminance sensor is detecting light of 100 lx or more. When the illuminance becomes lower than
10 lx, the function becomes invalid, and the automatic power-off prevails. The override function
allows operators to open the door of the protection system while the power is on. However,
make sure the ambient atmosphere is not hazardous before opening the door for repairs or other
purposes.
Refer to Chapter 2 for details of checking the status display of the protection system and override
function.
* Guideline for illuminance and brightness
In an office with fluorescent lights: 400 to 500 lx
Under a street lamp: 50 to 100 lx
Candlelight (at a distance of 20 cm): 10 to 15 lx
Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health, Article 604
For precision work: 300 lx or more
For ordinary work: 150 lx or more
For rough work: 70 lx or more
(2) Electronic Section
The electronic section of the control unit and the electronic section of oven units 1-3 (including
the EPC box) connect with each other as a single pressurized enclosure.
The electronic section of the control unit controls the electronic section of oven units 1 to 3,
computing, and communicates I/O data with external devices.
The GC-HMI (Human Machine Interface: a 12-inch color LCD touch panel) mounted on the
front makes it easy to check analysis results, trend data, and parameters, and thus monitor the
measurement condition of devices on the screen.
The electronic section of oven units 1 to 3 controls the large isothermal oven, the isothermal
oven, or programmed-temperature oven; detector, RV, LSV, hydrogen limiting unit, atmosphericpressure balancing valve, and EPC, and sends the data to the electronic section of the control
unit.
(3) Pressure and Flow Control Section
The pressure and flow control section controls the pressures and flow rate of protective gas
(instrumental air), carrier gas, and utility gas, and displays their pressures. The connections for
supplying carrier gas and utility gas or air output, the hydrogen limiting unit, and the vortex tube
(programmed-temperature oven or cooling device for FPD) and the regulator are installed. The
specification determines the number and types of parts installed.
This section is on the right side of the control unit and on the front and right side of oven units 1 to
3.
(a) The pressure control section of the control unit
The connection for air output for stream valves is equipped in the pressure control section on the
right side of the control unit, and the pressure regulator is equipped under the cover.
There are up to eight air outputs for stream valves. The connection is a 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube. Air
pressure is 350 kPa. They may be used in GCSMP or sampling units.
The manifold regulators adjust the following pressures, and display them. Each setting
pressure is described in the operational manual, and can be checked on the operation condition
configuration screen of the EtherLCD.
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• Pressure for operating solenoid valves:
Air pressure which is applied to the solenoid valves for operating RV, LSV, air-operated
valves of the hydrogen limiting unit, atmospheric-pressure balancing valves (including air
output to outside), and stream valves (including air output to outside). Setting pressure: 350
kPa.
• Air pressure for the electric chamber:
Air pressure which is applied as protective gas (instrumental air) to the pressurized
enclosure, which consists of the electronic section of the control unit and the electronic
section of oven units 1 to 3 (including the EPC box).
The setting pressure is described in the operational manual.
• Air pressure for oven units 1 to 3:
Air pressure which is applied as protective gas (instrumental air) to the large isothermal
oven, isothermal oven, or programmed-temperature oven. The setting pressure is described
in the operational manual.
Refer to Figures 1.7 and 1.8.
Cover
Manifold regulators
Air OUT 2
Air OUT 4
Air OUT 6
Air OUT 8
Figure 1.7
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Air OUT 1
Air OUT 3
Air OUT 5
Air OUT 7
Air output for
stream switching valve
(connection: 6 mm or
1/4 inch tube,
pressure: 350kPa)
Pressure control section of the control unit
Operating Parameters (7/8)
SV air press
Elec Purge press
350
350
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Operating Parameters (8/8)
Oven #1
- Oven air Press
200
- TPM Vortex press
****************
> - FPD Vortex press
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Figure 1.8
EtherLCD
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven# Oven#
F5
F6
Example of the operation condition configuration screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
(b) Pressure and flow control section of the oven
In the case of the large isothermal oven or isothermal oven, the pressure and flow rate control
section is equipped on the front and right side of the oven unit. In the case of the programmedtemperature oven, this section is equipped only on the right side of the oven unit.
The pressure regulators with a pressure gauge for utility gases 1 to 4 are equipped in sequence
from right to left on the front of the oven unit, followed by the pressure gauges for carrier gases 1
to 2.
The connections for the following purposes are on the right side of the oven unit.
• Air for driving the solenoid valve and for purging/cooling the electric chamber and ovens 1 to
3: Rc1/4 or NPT1/4(F)
(Use the pipe of 1/2 inch or more.)
• Inlet and outlet of sample gases 1 to 2 respectively: 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube
• Inlet of carrier gases 1 to 2 (except for H2): 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube
• Inlet of H2 for carrier gas, combustion gas, make-up gas: 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube
• Inlet of make-up gas (except for H2): 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube
• Inlet of combustion air: 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube
• Outlet of atmospheric-pressure balancing valves 1 to 2: 6-mm or 1/4-inch tube
The following parts are under the cover on the right side of the oven unit.
•
•
•
•
•
Hydrogen limiting unit
Pressure regulator for carrier gases 1 to 2 (in the large isothermal oven or isothermal oven)
Restrictors 1 to 6 (in the large isothermal oven or isothermal oven)
Vortex tube (cooling device for FPD, installed in large oven)
Regulator for vortex tube (cooling device for FPD, installed in large oven)
* Air pressure set value of the regulator is depended on the source air temperature and need to turn the
setting value.
If the oven unit is a programmed-temperature oven, the pressure and flow control section is on
the right side of the oven unit.
The following parts are under the cover on the right side of the oven unit.
• Vortex tube (cooling device for the programmed-temperature oven and protective gas
(instrumental air) supply)
• Regulator for vortex tube
• Air-operated valve for rapid cooling
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The values of each setting pressure and flow rate are described in the operation manual. They
also are checked on the operation condition configuration screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
EtherLCD.
Refer to Figures 1.9 to 1.12.
Pressure regulator for utility gas (1 to 4)
A
Pressure gauge for
utility gas (1 to 4)
A-A
Pressure gauge for
carrier gas (1, 2)
A
Hydrogen limiting unit
Inner wall of
the large
isothermal oven
Pressure regulator
for carrier gas (1, 2)
Pressure regulator for carrier gas 1
Pressure regulator for carrier gas 2
Restrictor 1
Restrictor 2
Restrictor 3
Restrictor 4
Restrictor 5
Restrictor 6
Figure 1.9
Vortex tube
(cooling device for FPD)
Regulator for vortex tube
Sample 1 (IN)
Sample 1 (OUT)
Sample 2 (IN)
Sample 2 (OUT)
Carrier gas 1(except for H2)
Carrier gas 2(except for H2)
Combustion air
Air output (Atmospheric balance valve 1)
Air output (Atmospheric balance valve 2)
Connection:
6 mm or
1/4 inch tube
Pressure and flow control section of the large isothermal oven
Pressure regulator for utility gas (1 to 4)
A
Pressure gauge for
utility gas (1 to 4)
A-A
Pressure gauge for
carrier gas (1, 2)
A
Inner wall of the
isothermal oven
Pressure regulator for carrier gas 1
Pressure regulator for carrier gas 2
Restrictor 1
Pressure regulator
Restrictor 2
Restrictor 3
for carrier gas (1, 2)
Restrictor 4
Restrictor 5
Restrictor 6
Figure 1.10
Hydrogen limiting unit
Sample 1 (IN)
Sample 1 (OUT)
Sample 2 (IN)
Sample 2 (OUT)
Carrier gas 1(except for H2)
Carrier gas 2(except for H2)
Combustion air
Air output (Atmospheric balance valve 1)
Air output (Atmospheric balance valve 2)
Connection:
6 mm or
1/4 inch tube
Pressure and flow control section of the isothermal oven
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Air-operated valve for rapid cooling
Vortex tube
Regulator for vortex tube
Figure 1.11
Pressure and flow control section of the programmed-temperature oven
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Operating Parameters (1/8)
Oven #1
Carrier gas #1
> - Carrier gas type
N2
- Carrier gas pressure 140.0 kPa
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Operating Parameters (2/8)
Oven #1
Utility gas #1
> - Detector number
1-1
- Utility gas function Burner fuel
- Utility gas type
H2
- Utility gas pressure 260.0 kPa
- Utility gas flowrate 28
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Operating Parameters (2/8)
Oven #1
Utility gas #2
> - Detector number
1-1
- Utility gas function Make up
- Utility gas type
N2
- Utility gas pressure 320.0 kPa
- Utility gas flowrate 20
1
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Operating Parameters (2/8)
Oven #1
Utility gas #3
> - Detector number
1-1
- Utility gas function Burner fuel
- Utility gas type
Air
- Utility gas pressure 220.0 kPa
- Utility gas flowrate 390
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Operating Parameters (3/8)
Oven #1
Det #1
- Carrier gas number 1-1
> - Vent-D (NONE) flowrate
11
- Vent-REF flowrate
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Det#
F6
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Operating Parameters (4/8)
Oven #1
Vent #1
> - Carrier gas number 1-1
- Vent type
BF
- Vent flowrate
30 +/-5
Menu
F1
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F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Vent#
F6
Operating Parameters (5/8)
> - Pressure unit
kPa
- Vent flowrate unit
ml/min
- Sample volume unit micro-l
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Operating Parameters (6/8)
Oven #1
Valve #1
- Valve type
Other
- Sample phase
Liquid
- Sample pressure
300
- Sample flowrate
10
- Sample volume
0.33
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Figure 1.12
EtherLCD
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven# Valve#
F5
F6
Example of the operation condition configuration screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
(4) Isothermal Oven and Programmed-temperature Oven
A large isothermal oven (volume: 40 L), isothermal oven (31 L), and programmed-temperature
oven (11 L) are provided, each having a pressurized enclosure.
The temperature setting of both ovens is the fixed set point. The setting range is from 55 to
225°C (in 1°C units). When LSV is equipped, the temperature is set at a fixed value from 60 to
250°C (in 1°C units). When FPD is equipped as a detector (only for the large isothermal oven),
the temperature is set at a fixed value from 0 to 60°C (in 1°C units).
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The maximum temperature is limited in accordance with each explosion-proof standard and its
allowable temperature level and type of detector installed. The values of the setting temperature
are described in the operation manual, and can be checked on the operation condition
configuration screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel) EtherLCD.
Refer to Figure 1.13.
The following parts are in the large isothermal oven and isothermal oven.
• Pressure regulator for carrier gas
• Restrictor
• RV
• LSV
• Column
• Detector
• Flame arrester
• Mesh arrester
The specification determines the number and types of parts. Refer to Table 1.1 for the maximum
number of parts for each oven.
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Temperature Setup
Oven #1
- Oven max temp
> - Oven temp setpoint
- LSV temp setpoint
- FPD temp setpoint
320.0 degC
145.0 degC
150.0 degC
***** degC
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven# Oven#
F5
F6
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Temperature Setup
Oven #2
- Oven max temp
320.0 degC
> - Oven temp setpoint 30.0 degC
- LSV temp setpoint ***** degC
- FPD temp setpoint ***** degC
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven# Oven#
F5
F6
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Temperature Setup
Oven #1
- Oven max temp
145.0 degC
- Oven temp setpoint 130.0 degC
- LSV temp setpoint 1***** degC
> - FPD temp setpoint 30.0 degC
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven# Oven#
F5
F6
Figure 1.13
EtherLCD
Example of the operation condition configuration screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
Table 1.1
The maximum number of parts for each oven
Pressure regulator for
carrier gas
Restrictor
RV
LSV
Atmospheric-pressure
balancing valve
Detector
Mesh arrester
Flame arrester
Max. 2
Large isothermal oven
Max. 6
Max. 8 in total
Select from:
7 RVs, 1 LSV, 2 Atmospheric-pressure
balancing valves
Providing RV + LSV ≤ 7
Max. 2 in total
Select from:
2 TCDs, 2 FIDs, 1 FID-MC, 1 FPD
Max. 2
Isothermal oven
Max. 6 (4 recommended)
Max. 7 in total
Select from:
5 RVs (3 recommended), 1 LSV, 2
Atmospheric-pressure balancing valves
Providing RV + LSV ≤ 5
Max. 2 in total
Select from:
2 TCDs, 2 FIDs, 1 FID-MC
*FPD is not mountable.
Max. 2 (used for FID and FPD)
Max. 5
(Connections for sample gas, carrier gas, utility gas, and I/O of the detector)
(5) Analyzer Base Sampling Unit (GCSMP)
In order to ensure the process gas chromatograph operates stably over a long period of time, it
is necessary to select the most appropriate sampling system corresponding to sample properties
in addition to analyzer stability and reliability. The GCSMP can be equipped on the self-standing
GC8000 Type 1 and 2, in which the analyzer and GCSMP can be operated and maintained
integrally.
The GCSMP adjusts the pressure and flow rate of the measurement stream for measuring the
process sample (gas and liquid) and the calibration and validation stream with standard gas
(liquid). The GCSMP also has a humidifying and warming function (setting temperatures: 50°C
or 75°C) and stream switching function by using air output from the analyzer. If the GCSMP is not
equipped, the stream switching valve can be operated by sending the air output or contact output
to an external sampling system.
l Limitation in Selecting a Sampling System
Sample properties that can be conditioned in the GCSMP are as follows. In addition, the
specifications for the maximum number of air-operated valves are limited. The sample properties
and specifications exceeding these limits necessitate preparing an external sampling system.
Table 1.2
Sample Properties
Sample Temperature
Pressure
Dust
Gas
150°C or less 0.01 to 3 MPa 0.01 g/m3 (stp) or less
Liquid 150°C or less 0.2 to 3 MPa
None
Note: It may differ from these value, depending on the process condition.
Mist
None
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Table 1.3
The limitations on specifications with the GCSMP
1
Purpose of airoperation valve
Number of Mountable Valves
Type 1
Type 2
Max. 7 in total *1
Max. 4 in total *1
Automatic stream
Stream for measurement: 1 to 6 Stream for measurement: 1 to 3
switching valve
Stream for calibration and
Stream for calibration and
validation: 1 to 3
validation: 1 to 3
Atmospheric-pressure
Max. 2
Max. 1
*Max. 1 per 1 GCM
balancing valve
*1
*2
If the number of automatically switched streams exceeds the above limitation, use an external sampling system.
The GCSMP is not mounted on Type 3.
Table 1.4 shows the limitation by the analyzer on specifications with an external sampling system
Table 1.4
The limitation by the analyzer on specifications with an external sampling system
Type of Stream Valves
Automatic stream One-to-one output (air) *2
One-to-one output (DO) *2
switching valve
Binary output (air) *2 *3
Purpose of airoperation valve
Atmospheric-pressure
balancing valve
*1
*2
*3
Number of
Remarks
Streams *1
1 to 8
1 to 12
DIO card: 3 ch × 4 (Max. 12 ch)
1 to 20
DO card: 5 ch × 4 (Max. 20 ch)
4 bits: 1 to 15
1 to 31
5 bits: 16 to 31
Number of Mountable Valves
Type 1
Type 2
Max. 2
Max. 4
*Max. 1 per 1 GCM
Stream for calibration and validation is included.
Air output from the analyzer is 350 kPa.
Only 1 GCM can be set up for an analyzer in the case of binary output (air). (Multiple GCMs are not possible.)
1.11
1.11.1
Human Machine Interface
Types of GC8000 Human Machine Interface
The GC8000 has the following three operation interfaces.
GC-HMI
ASET
PCAS
GC human-machine interface
Displays the status of the GC8000 analyzer, operates it, changes its settings, and
displays analysis data.
12.1-inch color LCD touch panel on the GC8000
Analyzing server engineering terminal software
PC software which displays status of analyzers and operates analyzers
PC analyzer server software
PC software which manages the network and automatically saves data
(1) GC-HMI (Touch panel)
Either the GC8000 analyzer with or without the GC-HMI can be specified.
The GC-HMI can display the status, perform operations, change settings, and display analysis
data of the analyzer with the GC-HMI or one of the registered analyzers (up to 7 with/without the
GC-HMI) via Ethernet. Only one analyzer (control CPU) can be connected to the GC-HMI at one
time, and only one GC-HMI can be connected to the analyzer (control CPU) at one time.
Refer to Chapter 4 for details of the GC-HMI operation.
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Control CPU
Figure 1.14
Position of the GC-HMI (touch panel) of the analyzer and control CPU
Connection
Registration
Connection
Registration
Figure 1.15
• Only one analyzer (control CPU) can be
connected to the GC-HMI at one time.
• Only one GC-HMI can be connected to
the analyzer (control CPU) at one time.
Example of registration and connection between the GC-HMI and analyzers
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• Registration (including ID update/delete) of analyzers to be connected to the GC-HMI and the settings can be done on the
Analyzer Selecting screen.
• Home: the analyzer on which the GC-HMI is mounted
• 1 to 7: analyzers other than the above analyzer
Figure 1.16
Analyzer Selecting screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
(2) PC Software and Network
In addition to the GC-HMI, the GC8000 analyzer can be connected to PC software (ASET and
PCAS) which is provided as the GC8000 operation interface.
The GC8000 analyzer can be added to and connected with the existing network which GC1000
MarkIIs are connected via Ethernet or the analyzer bus.
[
Analyzer Server
Engineering Terminal
Display of operation and
Network management,
status of gas chromatograph Auto save
PC
][
] [
PC
Gateway Unit
Exchange data with
the host systems
]
[ ] describes the function.
DCS
DCS
STARDOM FCJ
RS-232C
DI/O
Ethernet
Interface Unit
Analog output from field devices/
Interface to contact I/O signals
STARDOM FCN
[
GC8000
GC8000
]
GC1000 MarkII
Process Gas Chromatograph
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GC8000
The analyzer installed on the site (Process gas chromatograph)
GC1000 MarkII The analyzer installed on the site (Process gas chromatograph)
ASET
Analyzing server engineering terminal software
Operates and displays the analyzers.
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PC analyzer server software
Manages the network and automatically saves data.
Distributed control system
The upper system of analyzers
Analyzer server gateway software
Exchanges data with the upper system by using the STARDOM FCJ.
Analyzer server interface unit software
Serves as an interface with the network for analog output signals of field devices except
for process gas chromatographs or input/output of contact signals.
DCS
ASGW
ASIU
Figure 1.17
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Example of the structure of Ethernet and analyzer bus system
User Level
The display of the status, operation, change of settings, and display of analysis data of the
analyzer performed on the GC-HMI (touch panel) are limited depending on the user level.
EtherLCD is a function which consolidates the settings for display of I/O and Ethernet connection
status of analyzers under connection; operation of I/O, user program, and detectors; and
parameters of hardware configuration, analysis method, and I/O, which are mainly used for
maintenance among general settings from the GC-HMI.
Since this is equivalent to the functions of EtherLCD (display and operation), which is the humanmachine interface of the GC1000 Mark II, excluding operation and display of analysis data, the
term “EtherLCD” is used in the GC8000.
User-level settings for EtherLCD are independent of other screens of the GC-HMI (analyzer
overview, etc.), and so they must be set separately.
The operation of the PC software (ASET and PCAS) is also limited based on the user level.
For more information, refer to each chapter of GC-HMI, ASET, and PCAS.
1.11.3
Status and Operation Mode
Manual
Process
Pause mode
Stop
command
Run command
Pause command
Pause
Run
command command
Stop mode
Run mode
Stop
command
Change the status
Run mode
Stop command
Run command
Stop mode
The GC8000 has the following statuses. The change is possible only in the Stop mode.
Process
Normal measurement, calibration and validation
Manual
Manual operation
The GC8000 has the following operation modes and commands.
Run
Pause
Mode in which measurement is running.
Starts the measurement in the Process mode.
This operation can be made by operators with user level B or higher.
Starts to display chromatograms in the Manual mode. (It does not detect
peaks, calculate concentration, or save chromatograms.) This operation
can be made by operators with user level C or higher.
Mode in which measurement pauses.
Operates until the pause time specified in the GCM method in the
Process mode. This operation can be made by operators with user level
B or higher.
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Mode in which measurement stops.
Operates in the Process mode for the main cycle specified in the GCM
method. This operation can be made by operators with user level B or
higher.
Stops the Run mode immediately in the Manual status. This operation
can be made by operators with user level C or higher.
Cancels the operation mode command that is in the operation queue in
the Process mode. This operation can be made by operators with user
level B or higher.
Stops the current operation mode forcibly in the Process mode. This
operation can be made by operators with user level C+.
1
Figure 1.18 shows the change of status and operation mode.
Process
Manual
Run command
Pause mode
Stop
command
Pause command
(Revocable)
Pause
Run
command
command
Forced stop command
Stop mode
Run mode
Run mode
Stop command
(Revocable)
Stop command
Forced stop command
Run command
Stop mode
Change the status
Figure 1.18
Diagram of Changing the Status and Operation Modes
The statuses and operation modes can be changed in the Analyzer Operation screen of the GCHMI (touch panel) equipped on the GC8000 analyzer. The operation modes can be changed in
the Analyzer Overview screen.
Figure 1.19 shows the Analyzer Operation screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel). Figure 1.20
shows the Analyzer Overview screen and the Operation Mode Changing screen. For detailed
information of the GC-HMI operation, refer to Chapter 4.
Refer to “ASET: Analyzing Server Engineering Terminal software IM 11B06C01-01E” for details
of changing the statuses and operation modes using the PC software (ASET) connected to the
GC8000.
Figure 1.19
Analyzer Operation screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
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Figure 1.20
1.12
Analyzer Overview screen of the GC-HMI (touch panel)
Analyzer operation
The GC8000 operates in two operating statuses: the process status and the manual status. The
operating statuses are changed to each other in the stop mode. The process status is set when
the equipment is turned on.
1.12.1
Process status
Normal process measurement, calibration, and validation are performed in the process status.
The following measurement statuses are available in the process status. The measurement
status is set to “Stream sequence” when the equipment is turned on.
Measurement status
Function
User level
Stream sequence
Measures streams in series in a preset sequence.
Stream designation
Measures the designated streams continuously or a
B or higher
specified number of times.
Also stops operation after the specified number of times of
measurement.
Gives a command to change the measurement setting to a B or higher
preset pattern among Calibration 1 to 6 or Validation 1 to 6.
Cancels a command to change the measurement status. C or higher
Calibration (Validation)
Command cancellation
Start of calibration (or
validation)
Termination of calibration
(or validation)
Start/termination of
automatic calibration
B or higher
Gives a command to start calibration (or validation).
This is used for manual calibration (or validation).
Gives a command to terminate calibration (or validation).
This is used for manual calibration (or validation).
Gives a command to start or terminate automatic
operation.
This is not available when manual or semiautomatic
calibration (or validation) is selected.
Operation
button
B or higher
B or higher
C or higher
The following modes are available in the process status.
The process status and the manual status can be changed to each other in the stop mode.
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Run
• A mode to perform measurement
• Measurement is started in this mode.
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to activate this mode.
• A mode to suspend measurement
• In the process status, measurement is suspended in this mode at the
time preset by the GCM method.
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to activate this mode.
• A mode to stop measurement
• In this mode, measurement is continued through the main cycle preset
by the GCM method, and then stopped.
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to activate this mode.
• Operation mode commands waiting for execution are canceled in this
mode.
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to activate this mode.
• The current operation mode is forcibly terminated in this mode.
Users at Level C+ are allowed to activate this mode.
Pause
Stop
Command
cancellation
Forced stop
1
Figure 1.21 shows the transition among measurement statuses and operation modes.
Stream sequence
Stream designation
*1
Run
(1)
*1
Pause
Stop
(2)
(A) (B)
*1
(A) (B)
*1
Run
Run
(1)
(3)
*1
(2)
*1
(A)
Pause
Stop
(4)
(B)
*1
(A)
(B)
Stop
*2
Calibration/validation
*1:
Command can be canceled.
*2:
Only for manual
• If a calibration/validation command is issued during the pause mode or the stop mode in the stream sequence or stream specifiation
(N times or continuous (set to “0”)) status
(A) The measurement status and the operation mode innediately changes to the requested calibration/validation status and the
run mode, respectively.
(B) The measurement status and the operation mode respectivily return to the stream sequenace status and the stop mode
when calibration/validation is complete for all the spwcified streams.
• If a calibration/validation command is issued during the run mode in the stream sequence status
(1) The measurement status changes to the requested calibration/validation status when the measurement of the currentlymeasured stream is completed.
(2) The measurement status and the operation mode respectively return to the stream sequence status and the run mode when
calibration/validation is completed for all the specified streams. The suspended measurement is (not reset but) resumed from
the next stream.
• If a calibration/validation commands is issued during the run mode in the stream specification (N times) status
(3) The measurement status changes to the requested calibration/validation status when the Nth round of the spwcified
measurement is completes.
(4) The measurement status and the operation mode respectively return to the stream specification (N times) status and the stop
mode when calibration/validation is completed for all the specified streams.
• If a calibration/validation command is issued in the stream specification (Continuous (set to “0”))status
(3) The measurement status changes to the requested calibration/validation status when the measurement of the currentlymeasured stream is completed.
(4) The measurement status and the operation mode respectively return to the stream specification (Continuous) status and the
run mode when calibration/validation is completed for all the specified streams.
Figure 1.21
Transition among measurement statuses and operation modes
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(1) Operation description
For example, this section describes the operation where the stream sequence, calibration, and
validation are set as shown in Table 1.5, 1.6, and 1.7, respectively.
Table 1.5
Stream sequence 1
Stream sequence 2
1st stream
Stream 1
Stream 4
2nd stream
Stream 2
Stream 5
3rd stream
Stream 3
Stream 6
Table 1.6
Calibration Measurement Automatic Validation Measurement Validating Measurement
stream
frequency calibration stream
frequency
stream
frequency
number
number
before
after
calibration
calibration
Calibration 1 Stream 7
2
Valid
0
0
Stream 8
1
Table 1.7
Validation 1
Validation stream Measurement frequency Automatic validation
Stream 8
2
Invalid
(2) Operation in the stream sequence status
•
•
•
•
•
•
Streams are measured in series in a preset sequence.
The measurement status is set to “Stream sequence” when the equipment is turned on.
Eight patterns of stream sequence can be stored. To select a sequence, touch the “Stream
sequence” button to open the selection window on the GCM operation status screen on the
analyzer operation display (Figure 1.22).
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to select stream sequences and change the
measurement status.
A sequence of up to 31 streams can be specified in sequence for each stream sequence.
To define a sequence, touch the “Stream sequence setting” button to open the setting
window on the GCM operation status screen on the analyzer operation display (Figure 5.3)
or define it on the “Stream sequence setting” screen on the EtherLCD (Figure 1.23).
Users at Level C or higher are allowed to define stream sequences.
When a command is issued to change the measurement status to the stream sequence
status during the pause mode in the stream sequence status or the stream specification
status, the measurement status is changed to the requested status but the operation mode
changes to the stop mode and valves are all turned off. Then change the operation mode (to
the run mode or pause mode).
If a run command is issued while a completely undefined stream sequence is selected,
an “ALM#455: Failed to change measurement status, Level 3” alarm is activated and the
measurement status is not changed.
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Stream sequence window on the GCM operation status screen on the GC-HMI analyzer
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Stream Sequence (1/4)
GCM #1 Seq #1
- #01 Stream 1 (STR1) - Excuted
- #02 Stream 2 (STR2) - Excuted
- #03 Stream 3 (STR3) - Excuted
- #04 Stream ** (********) - Not excuted
- #05 Stream ** (********) - Not excuted
- #06 Stream ** (********) - Not excuted
- #07 Stream ** (********) - Not excuted
- #08 Stream ** (********) - Not excuted
- #09 Stream ** (********) - Not excuted
Menu Gate
Valve
Atm GCM# Seq#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 1.23
An example of the stream sequence setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD
● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the stop mode in
the stream sequence status [1A1]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream sequence status.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the stop mode.
* Requests for changes to the same stream sequence number are invalid.
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● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the run mode in
the stream sequence status [1A2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream sequence status when the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the run mode.
* Requests for changes to the same stream sequence number are invalid.
● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the pause mode
in the stream sequence status [1A6]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream sequence status.
In this case, the operation mode changes to the stop mode and valves are all closed (turned
off).
* Requests for changes to the same stream sequence number are invalid.
[1A1]
Assinning stream
sequence 2
Run command
W4
Time
Stream sequence 1
S5
W1
S1
W2
S2
W3
Stream sequence 1
Run
[1A6]
Assinning stream
sequence 2
Stream sequence 1
Pause
[1A2]
Assinning stream sequence 1
Run command
W4
Time
S4
W5
Stream sequence 2
Stop
[1A2]
Assinning stream sequence 1
S4
W5
S5
W1
Stream sequence 2
Stop
S1
W2
S2
W3
Stream sequence 1
Run
● In the case where a stream specification change command (for continuous measurement)
is received during the run mode in the stream sequence status [1B2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream specification status (for
continuous measurement) when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is
completed.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the run mode.
[1B2]
Assinning stream specification 4 (Continous)
Time
W1
Stream sequence 1
S1
W2
S2
W4
S4
W4
S4
W4
S4
W4
S4
W4
Stream specification 4 (Continuous)
Run
● In the case where a stream specification change command (for N times of measurement) is
received during the run mode in the stream sequence status [1C2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream specification status (for
N times of measurement) when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is
completed.
In this case, the operation mode changes from the run mode to the stop mode when the Nth
round of the specified measurement is completed.
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Assinning stream specification 4 (Twice)
W1
Time
S1
W2
S2
W4
S4
W4
Stream sequence 1
1
S4
Stream specification 4 (Twice)
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stream specification change command is received during the pause
mode in the stream sequence status [1B6]The measurement status is immediately changed
to the requested stream specification status.
In this case, the operation mode changes to the stop mode and valves are all closed (turned
off).
[1B6]
Assinning stream specification 4
Time
Stream sequence 1
Stream specification 4
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stream specification change command is received during the stop
mode in the stream sequence status [1B1]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream specification
status.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the stop mode.
[1B1]
Assinning stream specification 4
Time
Stream sequence 1
Stream specification 4
Stop
● In the case where a stop command is received during the run mode in the stream sequence
status [1E2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed to the stop mode.
The operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream sequence status when the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
The stop command can be canceled with a cancel command until the operation mode
changes to the stop mode.
[1E2]
Stop command
Time
W1
S1
W2
S2
W3
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
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● In the case where a stop command is received during the pause mode in the stream
sequence status [1E6]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
* Pause status
W1
S1
W2
[1E6]
Stop command
Pause time
Time
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the run mode in the stream
sequence status [1F2]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
[1F2]
Forced stop command
Time
W1
S1
S2
W2
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received while the operation mode is
scheduled to be changed to the stop mode or pause mode in the stream sequence status
[1F3], [1F4]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
[1F3] [1F4]
Forced stop command
Time
W1
S1
S2
W2
Stream sequence 1
Run
(Waiting for stop or pause)
Stop
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● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the pause mode in the stream
sequence status [1F6]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
[1F6]
Forced stop command
Time
Stream sequence 1
Pause
Stop
● In the case where a pause command is received during the stop mode in the stream
sequence status [1H1]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the pause mode in the stream sequence
status.
S1
W1
[1H1]
Pause command
S1
W2
Pause time
Run command
S1
W2
Time
S2
W3
Stream sequence 1
Stop
Pause
Run
● In the case where a pause command is received during the run mode in the stream
sequence status [1H2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed to the pause mode in the
stream sequence status.
The operation mode changes to the pause mode in the stream sequence status at a preset
time during the measurement of the currently-measured stream.
The pause command can be canceled with a cancel command until the operation mode
changes to the pause mode.
● In the case where a run command is received during the pause mode in the stream
sequence status [1G6]
The suspended measurement is resumed.
[1H2]
Pause command
Time
W1
S1
W2
S2
W3
S3
W1
S1
W2
[1G6]
Run command
Rest of S1
Rest of W2
S2
W3
Stream sequence 1
Run
Pause
Run
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• In the stream specification status, a specified stream is measured continuously (when the
preset number is 0) or a preset number of times (when the preset number is 1 to 9999). To
specify a stream, touch the “Stream specification” button to open the specification window
on the GCM operation status screen on the analyzer operation display (Figure 5.5).
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to specify a stream and change the measurement
status.
• In the stream specification status, operation stops after the preset number of times of
measurement.
• When a command is issued to change the measurement status to the stream specification
status during the pause mode in the stream sequence status or the stream specification
status, the measurement status is changed to the requested status but the operation mode
changes to the stop mode and valves are all turned off. Then change the operation mode (to
the run mode or pause mode).
• If a command is issued to change the measurement status to a stream specification status
of which GCM numbers or Method numbers have been inappropriately defined on the
“Stream specification” screen on the EtherLCD, an “ALM#454: Failed to change operation
mode, Level 3” alarm is activated and the operation mode is not changed. (When the
operation mode changes from the stop mode to the pause mode or run mode, an alarm is
immediately activated. In case where a command is issued to change the measurement
status to an inappropriately defined stream specification status during the run mode in the
stream sequence status or the stream specification status, an alarm is activated when the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed and preparation starts for the
measurement of the specified stream.)
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To “Stream number
setting” screen
To “Number of repeats” screen
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An example of the stream specification window on the GCM operation status screen on
the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
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● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the run mode in
the stream specification status (for continuous measurement) [2A2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream sequence status when the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the run mode.
[2A2]
Assinning stream sequence 2
Time
W1
S1
W4
S4
W5
Stream specification 1 (Continuous)
S5
W6
S6
W4
S4
W5
Stream sequence 2
Run
● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the run mode in
the stream specification status (for N times of measurement) [3A2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream sequence status when the
Nth round of the measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the run mode.
[3A2]
Assinning stream sequence 2
Run command
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W4
Stream specification 1 (Twice)
Stop
S4
W5
S5
W6
S6
W4
S4
W5
Stream sequence 2
Run
● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the pause mode
in the stream specification status [2A6]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream sequence status.
In this case, the operation mode changes to the stop mode and valves are all closed (turned
off).
[2A6]
Assinning stream sequence 2
Time
Stream specification 1
Stream sequence 2
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stream sequence change command is received during the stop mode in
the stream specification status [2A1]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream sequence status.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the stop mode.
[2A1]
Assinning stream sequence 2
Time
Stream specification 1
Stream sequence 2
Stop
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● In the case where a stream specification change command (for continuous measurement)
is received during the run mode in the stream specification status (for continuous
measurement) [2B2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream specification status (for
continuous measurement) when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is
completed.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the run mode.
[2B2]
Assinning stream specification 4 (Continuous)
S1
W1
W1
Time
S1
W4
Stream specification 1 (Continuous)
S4
W4
S4
W4
S4
W4
Stream specification 4 (Continuous)
Run
● In the case where a stream specification change command (for continuous measurement)
is received during the run mode in the stream specification status (for N times of
measurement) [3B2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream specification status (for
continuous measurement) when the Nth round of the measurement of the currentlymeasured stream is completed.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the run mode.
[3B2]
Assinning stream specification 4 (Continuous)
Run command
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W1
S1
W4
Stream specification 1 (3 times)
Stop
S4
W4
S4
W4
S4
W4
Stream specification 4 (Continuous)
Run
● In the case where a stream specification change command (for N times of measurement)
is received during the run mode in the stream specification status (for continuous
measurement) [2C2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream specification status (for
N times of measurement) when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is
completed.
In this case, the operation mode changes from the run mode to the stop mode when the Nth
round of the specified measurement is completed.
[2C2]
Assinning stream specification 4 (Twice)
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W4
Stream specification 1 (Continuous)
Run
* Measurement status cannot be changed
S4
W4
S4
Stream specification 4 (Twice)
Stop
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● In the case where a stream specification change command (for N times of measurement)
is received during the run mode in the stream specification status (for N times of
measurement) [3C2]
The measurement status is changed to the requested stream specification status (for N
times of measurement) when the Nth round of the measurement of the currently-measured
stream is completed.
In this case, the operation mode changes from the run mode to the stop mode when the Nth
round of the specified measurement is completed.
[3C2]
Assinning stream specification 4 (Twice)
Run command
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W1
S1
W4
Stream specification 1 (3 times)
Stop
S4
W4
S4
Stream specification 4 (Twice)
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stream specification change command is received during the stop
mode in the stream specification status [2B1]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream specification
status.
In this case, the operation mode remains unchanged from the stop mode.
[2B1]
Assinning stream specification 4
Time
Stream specification 1
Stream specification 4
Stop
● In the case where a stream specification change command is received during the pause
mode in the stream specification status [2B6]
The measurement status is immediately changed to the requested stream specification
status.
In this case, the operation mode changes to the stop mode and valves are all closed (turned
off).
[2B6]
Assinning stream specification 4
Time
Stream specification 1
Stream specification 4
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stop command is received during the run mode in the stream
specification status (for continuous measurement) [2E2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed to the stop mode.
The operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream specification status (for
continuous measurement) when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is
completed.
The stop command can be canceled with a cancel command until the operation mode
changes to the stop mode.
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Stop command
S1
W1
W1
Time
1
S1
W1
Stream specification 1 (Continuous)
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stop command is received during the run mode in the stream
specification status (for N times of measurement) [3E2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed to the stop mode.
The operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream specification status (for
N times of measurement) when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is
completed.
In this case, the number of times of measurement is counted again from the beginning.
The stop command can be canceled with a cancel command until the operation mode
changes to the stop mode.
Run command
Time
W1
[3E2]
Stop command
* The number of times of measurement is reset.
Run command
S1(1/8)
W1
S1(2/8)
W1
W1
S1(1/8)
W1
S1(2/8)
Stream specification 1 (8 times)
Stop
Run
Run
● In the case where a stop command is received during the pause mode in the stream
specification status [2E6]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream specification
status.
In the stream specification status (for N times of measurement), the number of times of
measurement is counted again from the beginning.
[2E6]
Stop command
Time
Stream specification 1
Pause
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the run mode in the stream
specification status [2F2]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream specification
status.
In the stream specification status (for N times of measurement), the number of times of
measurement is counted again from the beginning.
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Forced stop command
S1
S1
W1
W1
Time
Stream specification 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received while the operation mode is
scheduled to be changed to the stop mode or pause mode in the stream specification status
[2F3], [2F4]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream specification
status.
In the stream specification status (for N times of measurement), the number of times of
measurement is counted again from the beginning.
[2F3] [2F4]
Forced stop command
S1
S1
W1
W1
Time
Stream specification 1
Run
(Waiting for stop or pause)
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the pause mode in the stream
specification status [2F6]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the stream specification
status.
In the stream specification status (for N times of measurement), the number of times of
measurement is counted again from the beginning.
[2F6]
Forced stop command
Time
Stream specification 1
Pause
Stop
● In the case where a pause command is received during the stop mode in the stream
specification status [2H1]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the pause mode in the stream specification
status.
[2H1]
Pause command
Time
Stream specification 1
Stop
Pause
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● In the case where a pause command is received during the run mode in the stream
specification status [2H2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed to the pause mode in the
stream specification status.
The operation mode changes to the pause mode in the stream specification status at a
preset time during the measurement of the currently-measured stream.
The pause command can be canceled with a cancel command until the operation mode
changes to the pause mode.
● In the case where a run command is received during the pause mode in the stream
specification status [2G6]
The suspended measurement is resumed.
[2H2]
Pause command
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W1
S1
W1
S1
W1
[2G6]
Run command
Rest of S1
Rest of W1
S1
W1
Stream sequence 1
Run
Pause
Run
(4) Calibration and validation
Three types of calibration and validation methods are available as follows.
Manual
Semiautomatic
Automatic
Selection of a calibration (or validation) number, switching of stream valves to flow the
standard sample, and issue of a calibration (or validation) start command are all performed
manually.
Once a calibration (or validation) number is selected, stream valves are automatically
switched to flow the standard sample, then calibration (or validation) starts automatically.
Stream valves are automatically switched to flow the standard sample, then calibration (or
validation) starts automatically at a preset date, time, and interval. The preset calibration (or
validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are automatically executed.
The details of these three types of calibration and validation are described below.
(a) Manual calibration
•
•
To select the calibration (or validation) method, touch the “Calibration (validation) method”
button to open the selection window on the GCM operation status screen on the GC-HMI
analyzer operation display (Figure 1.25) or select it on the “Calibration/validation setting”
screen on the EtherLCD (Figure 1.26). A set of stream numbers and the numbers of times
of measurement is specified for each of Calibration 1 to 6 and Validation 1 to 6 on the
“Calibration/validation setting” screen on the EtherLCD. Users at Level C or higher are
allowed to select the calibration (or validation) method.
Next, issue a command to change the measurement status to a preset status among
Calibration 1 to 6 or Validation 1 to 6 on the calibration (validation) window on the GCM
operation status screen. Calibration (or validation) numbers for which stream numbers are
not specified are not in the options. If there is no calibration (or validation) numbers for which
stream numbers are specified, the operation button is invalid and is displayed in gray.
Select a calibration (or validation) number, and then touch the “OK” button. Then the
waiting measurement status is changed to the selected calibration (or validation) number
on the overall GCM information screen. Users at Level B or higher are allowed to select the
calibration (or validation) number.
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Users at Level C or higher can cancel the command to change the measurement status
to the specified calibration (or validation) status until the waiting measurement status is
changed to the selected calibration (or validation) number and the measurement of the
currently-measured stream is completed.
(Figure 1.27)
The measurement status changes to “Replaceable” when the measurement of the
currently-measured stream is completed.
After the measurement status has changed to “Replaceable,” open the manual stream
valve on the calibration stream (or validated) to flow the standard calibration (or validation)
sample. After the flow in the line has been completely replaced with the standard sample,
touch the “Calibration (validation) start” button. Users at Level B or higher are allowed to
start calibration (or validation).
(Figure 1.27)
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the measurement status returns to “Replaceable.” Then
stop flowing the standard sample and press the “Calibration (validation) stop” button to
return to the stop mode in the measurement status before the calibration (or validation) (the
stream sequence status or the stream specification status).
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to stop calibration (or validation).
(Figure 1.28)
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Figure 1.25
An example of the calibration (validation) method window on the GCM operation status
screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
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GCM #1
> - Cal(Val) method
Manual
- Auto start date
2011/07/27
- Auto start time
09:00
- Time interval
001 day:00:00
Auto cal status
Stopping
1
Menu
F1
Start
F2
Stop
F3
Cal
F4
Val
F5
GCM#
F6
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GCM #1 Cal #1
> - Cal stream
4
- Cal times
3
- Auto cal
Executed
- ValStr# before Cal 3
- ValStr# after Cal
3
- Val before Cal times
1
- Val after Cal times
1
Menu Peak
Stop
Main GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 1.26
Cal#
F6
An example of the calibration/validation setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD
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An operation example of the calibration (validation) window on the GCM operation
status screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
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An operation example of the calibration (validation) start window on the GCM operation
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Figure 1.29
An operation example of the calibration (validation) stop window on the GCM operation
status screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
● In the case where a (manual) calibration/validation command is received during the run
mode in the stream sequence status
The measurement status is immediately prepared to be changed to the calibration (or
validation) status.
The measurement status changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the calibration (or
validation) status when the measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
Users at Level C or higher can cancel the calibration/validation command until the operation
mode changes to the stop mode.
Issue a command to start calibration (or validation) after confirming that manual
replacement of the flow with the sample has been completed. When calibration (or
validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected calibration (or
validation) number, the operation mode returns to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
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Time
W1
S1
W2
Stream sequence 1
Run
Start of calibration (or validation)
S7
W7
W7
(Replaceable) Calibration 1
Stop
S7
W8
(Replaceable)
End of calibration (or validation)
S8
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a (manual) calibration/validation command is received during the stop
mode in the stream sequence status
The measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
requested calibration (or validation) status.
Issue a command to start calibration (or validation) after confirming that manual
replacement of the flow with the sample has been completed. When calibration (or
validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected calibration (or
validation) number, the operation mode returns to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
Assinning calibration 1 Calibration (or validation) start command
Time
Stream sequence 1 (Replaceable)
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Stop
S7
W7
W7
Calibration (or validation) stop command
S8
(Replaceable)
Run
Stream sequence 1
Stop
● In the case where a (manual) calibration/validation command is received during the pause
mode in the stream sequence status
The measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
requested calibration (or validation) status.
Issue a command to start calibration (or validation) after confirming that manual
replacement of the flow with the sample has been completed. When calibration (or
validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected calibration (or
validation) number, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream sequence
status.
Assinning calibration 1 Calibration (or validation) start command
Time
Stream sequence 1 (Replaceable)
S7
W7
W7
Pause
Stop
Calibration 1
Run
S7
W8
Calibration (or validation) stop command
S8
(Replaceable)
Stream sequence 1
Stop
● In the case where a (manual) calibration/validation command is received during the run
mode in the stream specification status
The measurement status is immediately prepared to be changed to the calibration (or
validation) status.
In the case of the stream specification status (for continuous measurement), the
measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
requested calibration (or validation) status.
In the case of the stream specification status (for N times of measurement), the
measurement status changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the requested calibration
(or validation) status when the Nth round of the measurement of the currently-measured
stream is completed.
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Users at Level C or higher can cancel the calibration/validation command until the operation
mode changes to the stop mode.
Issue a command to start calibration (or validation) after confirming that manual
replacement of the flow with the sample has been completed. When calibration (or
validation) is completed for all the specified streams, the operation mode returns to the stop
mode in the stream specification status.
Assinning calibration 1
Time
W1
S1
W1
Stream specification 1
Run
Start of calibration (or validation)
S7
W7
W7
S7
W8
(Replaceable) Calibration 1
Stop
End of calibration (or validation)
S8
(Replaceable) Stream specification 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a (manual) calibration/validation command is received during the stop
mode in the stream specification status
The measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
requested calibration (or validation) status.
Issue a command to start calibration (or validation) after confirming that manual
replacement of the flow with the sample has been completed. When calibration (or
validation) is completed for all the specified streams, the operation mode returns to the stop
mode in the stream specification status.
Assinning calibration 1 Calibration (or validation) start command
Time
Stream specification 1 (Replaceable)
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Stop
S7
W7
W7
Calibration (or validation) stop command
S8
(Replaceable)
Run
Stream specification 1
Stop
● In the case where a (manual) calibration/validation command is received during the pause
mode in the stream specification status
The measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
requested calibration (or validation) status.
Issue a command to start calibration (or validation) after confirming that manual
replacement of the flow with the sample has been completed. When calibration (or
validation) is completed for all the specified streams, the operation mode changes to the
stop mode in the stream specification status.
Assinning calibration 1 Calibration (or validation) start command
Time
Stream specification 1 (Replaceable)
Pause
S7
W7
W7
Stop
Calibration 1
Run
S7
W8
Calibration (or validation) stop command
S8
(Replaceable)
Stream specification 1
Stop
● In the case where a stop command is received during the run mode in the (manual)
calibration/validation status [4E2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed from the run mode to the stop
mode in the calibration (or validation) status.
The measurement status changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the calibration (or
validation) status when the current measurement is completed.
The stop command can be canceled with a cancel command until the operation mode
changes to the stop mode.
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Calibration (or validation) stop command
start command
S7
S7
W7
W7
Stream sequence 1 (Replaceable)
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Stop
Calibration 1
(Replaceable)
Run
Stream sequence 1
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the run mode in the (manual)
calibration/validation status [4F2]
The measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
calibration (or validation) status.
● In the case where a forced stop command is received when the operation mode is prepared
to be changed from the run mode to the stop mode in the (manual) calibration/validation
status [4F3]
The measurement status immediately changes to “Replaceable” in the stop mode in the
calibration (or validation) status.
[4F3]
(Stop command) [4F2] [4F3]
Forced stop command
Assinning calibration 1 Calibration (or validation)
Calibration (or validation) stop command
start command
S7
S7
W7
W7
Time
Stream sequence 1 (Replaceable)
Stop
Calibration 1
(Replaceable)
Run
Stream sequence 1
Stop
(Waiting for stop)
(b) Semiautomatic calibration
• To select the calibration (or validation) method, touch the “Calibration (validation) method”
button to open the selection window on the GCM operation status screen on the GC-HMI
analyzer operation display (Figure 1.30) or select it on the “Calibration/validation setting”
screen on the EtherLCD (Figure 1.31). A set of stream numbers and the numbers of times
of measurement is specified for each of Calibration 1 to 6 and Validation 1 to 6 on the
“Calibration/validation setting” screen on the EtherLCD. Users at Level C or higher are
allowed to select the calibration (or validation) method.
• Next, issue a command to change the measurement status to a preset status among
Calibration 1 to 6 or Validation 1 to 6 on the calibration (validation) window on the GCM
operation status screen. Calibration (or validation) numbers for which stream numbers are
not specified are not in the options. If there is no calibration (or validation) numbers for which
stream numbers are specified, the operation button is invalid and is displayed in gray.
Select a calibration (or validation) number, and then touch the “OK” button. Then the
waiting measurement status is changed to the selected calibration (or validation) number
on the overall GCM information screen. Users at Level B or higher are allowed to select the
calibration (or validation) number.
Users at Level C or higher can cancel the command to change the measurement status
to the specified calibration (or validation) status until the waiting measurement status is
changed to the selected calibration (or validation) number and the measurement of the
currently-measured stream is completed.
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• When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the measurement status returns to the status before the
calibration (or validation). The operation mode after calibration (or validation) is determined
as follows depending on the measurement status and the operation mode before the
calibration (or validation).
Measurement status and operation mode before calibration (or
validation)
Stream sequence/Stream specification (for continuous measurement), Run
Stream specification (for N times of measurement), Run
Stream sequence/Stream specification (for continuous measurement)/
Stream specification (for N times of measurement), Stop
Stream sequence/Stream specification (for continuous measurement)/
Stream specification (for N times of measurement), Pause
Operation mode after
calibration (or validation)
Run
Stop
Stop
Stop
Users at Level B or higher are allowed to stop calibration (or validation).
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An example of the calibration (validation) method window on the GCM operation status
screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
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GCM #1
- Cal(Val) method
Semi-auto
- Auto start date
2011/07/27
- Auto start time
09:00
- Time interval
001 day:00:00
Auto cal status
Stopping
1
Menu
F1
Start
F2
Figure 1.31
Stop
F3
Cal
F4
Val
F5
GCM#
F6
An example of the calibration/validation setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD.
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Figure 1.32
An operation example of the calibration (validation) window on the GCM operation
status screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
run mode in the stream sequence status
Calibration (or validation) is started when the measurement of the currently-measured
stream is completed.
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Users at Level C or higher can cancel the calibration/validation command until the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, measurement is resumed from the next stream in the run
mode in the stream sequence status.
Assinning calibration 1
Time
W1
S1
W7
S7
W7
Stream sequence 1
S7
W8
S8
W2
S2
W3
Calibration 1
S3
Stream sequence 1
Run
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
stop mode in the stream sequence status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the operation mode returns to the stop mode in the
stream sequence status.
Assinning calibration 1
W7
Time
Stream sequence 1
S7
W7
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Stop
S8
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
pause mode in the stream sequence status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the
stream sequence status.
Assinning calibration 1 Calibration (or validation) start command
Time
Stream sequence 1 (Replaceable)
S7
W7
W7
Pause
Stop
Calibration 1
Run
S7
W8
Calibration (or validation) stop command
S8
(Replaceable)
Stream sequence 1
Stop
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
run mode in the stream specification status (for continuous measurement)
Calibration (or validation) is started when the measurement of the currently-measured
stream is completed.
Users at Level C or higher can cancel the calibration/validation command until the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the operation mode returns to the run mode in the stream
specification status (for continuous measurement).
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Time
W1
S1
W7
S7
W7
S7
W8
S8
W1
Stream specification 1 (Continuous) Calibration 1
S1
W1
1
S1
Stream specification 1 (Continuous)
Run
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
run mode in the stream specification status (for N times of measurement)
Calibration (or validation) is started when the Nth round of the measurement of the currentlymeasured stream is completed.
Users at Level C or higher can cancel the calibration/validation command until the
measurement of the currently-measured stream is completed.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the
stream specification status (for N times of measurement).
Assinning calibration 1
Run command
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W7
S7
W7
Stream specification 1 (Twice)
Stop
S7
W8
S8
Calibration 1
Stream specification 1 (Twice)
Run
Stop
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
stop mode in the stream specification status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the operation mode returns to the stop mode in the
stream specification status.
Assinning calibration 1
W7
Time
Stream specification 1
S7
W7
S7
W8
S8
Calibration 1
Stop
Stream specification 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a (semiautomatic) calibration/validation command is received during the
pause mode in the stream specification status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When calibration (or validation) is completed for all the streams specified for the selected
calibration (or validation) number, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the
stream sequence status.
Assinning calibration 1
Time
Stream specification 1
Pause
W7
S7
W7
Calibration 1
Run
S7
W8
S8
Stream specification 1
Stop
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● In the case where a stop command is received during the run mode in the (semiautomatic)
calibration/validation status [4E2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed to the stop mode in the
calibration (or validation) status.
The operation mode changes to the stop mode in the previous measurement status when
the current measurement is completed.
Assinning calibration 1
W7
Time
Stream sequence 1
[4E2]
Stop command
S7
W7
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Stop
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the run mode in the (manual)
calibration/validation status [4F2]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the previous measurement
status.
● In the case where a forced stop command is received when the operation mode is prepared
to be changed from the run mode to the stop mode in the (manual) calibration/validation
status [4F3]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the previous measurement
status.
[4F3]
(Stop command) [4F2] [4F3]
Forced stop command
Assinning calibration 1
Time
Stream sequence 1
Stop
W7
S7
W7
Calibration 1
S7
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
(Waiting for stop)
(c) Automatic calibration
• Stream valves are automatically switched to flow the standard sample, then calibration (or
validation) starts automatically at a preset date, time, and interval. The preset calibration (or
validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are automatically executed.
• To select the calibration (or validation) method, touch the “Calibration (validation) method”
button to open the selection window on the GCM operation status screen on the GC-HMI
analyzer operation display (Figure 1.33).
To issue a command to start/stop automatic calibration, touch the “Automatic calibration
start/stop” button to open the confirmation window on the GCM operation status screen on
the GC-HMI analyzer operation display (Figure 1.34).
On the “Calibration/validation setting” screen on the EtherLCD (Figure 1.35), a set of stream
numbers and the numbers of times of measurement is specified for each of Calibration 1
to 6 and Validation 1 to 6, while the date, time, and interval of automatic start as well as the
validity of automatic calibration are specified.
Users at Level C or higher can cancel the command to change the measurement status
to the specified calibration (or validation) status until the waiting measurement status is
changed to the selected calibration (or validation) number and the measurement of the
currently-measured stream is completed.
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When the measurement status is set to the calibration (or validation) status, commands to
start/stop automatic calibration are invalid.
Users at Level C or higher are allowed to specify the setting and issue commands.
• When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled
are completed, the measurement status returns to the status before the calibration (or
validation). The operation mode after calibration (or validation) is determined as follows
depending on the measurement status and the operation mode before the calibration (or
validation).
Measurement status and operation mode before calibration (or
validation)
Stream sequence/Stream specification (for continuous measurement), Run
Stream specification (for N times of measurement), Run
Stream sequence/Stream specification (for continuous measurement)/
Stream specification (for N times of measurement), Stop
Stream sequence/Stream specification (for continuous measurement)/
Stream specification (for N times of measurement), Pause
Operation mode after
calibration (or validation)
Run
Stop
Stop
Stop
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An example of the calibration (validation) method window on the overall GCM
information screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
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An operation example of the automatic calibration start/stop window on the overall
GCM information screen on the GC-HMI analyzer operation display
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GCM #1
- Cal(Val) method
Manual
- Auto start date
2011/07/27
- Auto start time
09:00
> - Time interval
001 day:00:00
Auto cal status
Executing
Operation change selected
Menu Start
Stop
Cal
F1
F2
F3
F4
Val
F5
GCM#
F6
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GCM #1 Cal #1
> - Cal stream
4
- Cal times
4
- Auto cal
Executed
- ValStr# before Cal 3
- ValStr# after Cal
3
- Val before Cal times
1
- Val after Cal times
1
Menu Peak
Stop
Main GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
1
Cal#
F6
Enable/disable automatic calibration with function keys.
Start (F2): Automatic calibration start command
Stop (F3): Automatic calibration stop command
Figure 1.35
An example of the calibration/validation setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD.
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the run mode in the stream sequence
status
Calibration (or validation) is started when the measurement of the currently-measured
stream is completed.
When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, measurement is resumed from the next stream in the run mode in the stream
sequence status.
Start of automatic calibration
Time
W1
S1
W7
Stream sequence 1
S7
W7
S7
W8
S8
W2
Calibration 1
S2
W3
S3
Stream sequence 1
Run
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the stop mode in the stream sequence
status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, the operation mode returns to the stop mode in the stream sequence status.
Start of automatic calibration
W7
Time
Stream sequence 1
Stop
S7
W7
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Run
S8
Stream sequence 1
Stop
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the pause mode in the stream
sequence status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream sequence status.
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Start of automatic calibration
S7
W7
W7
Time
Stream sequence 1
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Pause
S8
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the run mode in the stream
specification status (for continuous measurement)
Calibration (or validation) is started when the measurement of the currently-measured
stream is completed.
When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, the operation mode returns to the run mode in the stream specification status
(for continuous measurement).
Start of automatic calibration
Time
W1
S1
W7
S7
W7
S7
W8
S8
W1
Stream specification 1 (Continuous) Calibration 1
S1
W1
S1
Stream specification 1 (Continuous)
Run
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the run mode in the stream
specification status (for N times of measurement)
Calibration (or validation) is started when the Nth round of the measurement of the currentlymeasured stream is completed.
When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream specification status
(for N times of measurement).
Start of automatic calibration
Run command
Time
W1
S1
W1
S1
W7
S7
W7
Stream specification 1 (Twice)
Stop
S7
W8
S8
Calibration 1
Stream specification 1 (Twice)
Run
Stop
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the stop mode in the stream
specification status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, the operation mode returns to the stop mode in the stream specification status.
Start of automatic calibration
Time
Stream specification 1
Stop
W7
S7
W7
Calibration 1
Run
S7
W8
S8
Stream specification 1
Stop
● In the case where automatic calibration starts during the pause mode in the stream
specification status
Calibration (or validation) is immediately started.
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When all the calibration (or validation) patterns of which automatic execution is enabled are
completed, the operation mode changes to the stop mode in the stream specification status.
Start of automatic calibration
W7
Time
Stream specification 1
S7
W7
S7
W8
S8
Calibration 1
Pause
Stream specification 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a stop command is received during the run mode in the (automatic)
calibration/validation status [4E2]
The operation mode is immediately prepared to be changed from the run mode to the stop
mode in the calibration (or validation) status.
The operation mode changes to the stop mode in the previous measurement status when
the current measurement is completed.
[4E2]
Stop command
Start of automatic calibration
W7
Time
Stream sequence 1
S7
W7
S7
W8
Calibration 1
Stop
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
● In the case where a forced stop command is received during the run mode in the (manual)
calibration/validation status [4F2]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the previous measurement
status.
● In the case where a forced stop command is received when the operation mode is prepared
to be changed from the run mode to the stop mode in the (manual) calibration/validation
status [4F3]
The operation mode is immediately changed to the stop mode in the previous measurement
status.
[4F3]
(Stop command) [4F2] [4F3]
Forced stop command
Start of automatic calibration
Time
Stream sequence 1
Stop
W7
S7
W7
Calibration 1
S7
Stream sequence 1
Run
Stop
(Waiting for stop)
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Manual status
Manual operation is performed and chromatograms are displayed in the manual status.
The operations available in the manual status are as follows.
Oven heater ON/
OFF
LSV heater ON/OFF
FPD detector heater
ON/OFF
Hydrogen limiter
ON/OFF
Detector ON/OFF
Stream valve ON/
OFF
Atmospheric
pressure balancing
valve ON/OFF
Built-in oven valves
(RV, LSV) ON/OFF
When the oven belongs to two GCMs, set both the GCMs in the manual
status, then click the SYS tab and open the “Temperature regulator control”
window to turn on and off the heater.
Set the GCM to which the LSV belongs to the manual status, then click the
SYS tab and open the “Temperature regulator control” window to turn on
and off the heater.
Set the GCM to which the FPD belongs to the manual status, then click the
SYS tab and open the “Temperature regulator control” window to turn on
and off the heater.
When the hydrogen limiter belongs to two GCMs, set both the GCMs in
the manual status, then turn on and off the limiter in the “GCM Det Control”
window or the “SYS Det Control” window.
Set the GCM to which the detector belongs to the manual status, then turn
on and off the detector in the “GCM Det Control” window or the “SYS Det
Control” window.
Set the GCM to which the stream valve belongs to the manual status, then
turn on and off the valve in the “GCM VLV Control” window.
Set the GCM to which the atmospheric pressure balancing valve belongs to
the manual status, then turn on and off the valve in the “GCM VLV Control”
window.
Set the GCM to which the built-in oven valves (RV, LSV) belong to the
manual status, then turn on and off the valves in the “GCM VLV Control”
window or the “SYS VLV Control” window.
The following operation modes are available in the manual status.
The process status and the manual status can be changed to each other in the stop mode.
When the equipment is switched from the process mode to the manual mode, valves and stream
valves are all turned off.
Run
Stop
• A mode to perform measurement
• Activate this mode in the manual status to start to display a
chromatogram.
(Peak detection or concentration calculation is not performed.
Chromatograms are not saved.)
Users at Level C or higher are allowed to activate this mode.
• A mode to stop measurement
• Activate this mode to immediately stop the run mode in the manual
status.
Users at Level C or higher are allowed to activate this mode.
In the manual status, the measurement status can be changed only by HMI and ASET.
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SYS tab
Oven
information area
SYS operation
condition area
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Operation examples of the temperature regulator control window and others on the GCHMI analyzer operation display
1.12.3 Stream
The GC8000 can handle 31 streams.
The following items are defined for each stream.
l Stream name
l Stream valve number
A stream valve number from 1 to 31 is defined for each stream. The stream valve number “0”
means that the stream has no stream valves. Stream valve numbers can be defined only for the
valves that belong to the GCM.
(It is required to input the total number of stream valves used by GC8000 in the “Number of
stream valves” in the “Basic system setting” window and to define the stream valve numbers that
belong to the GCM with the “Initial stream valve number” and “Number of stream valves” in the
“GCM setting” window.
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When the stream valves are automatic valves, the valves specified among them are turned on
and off. When the stream valves are manual valves, these settings do not affect the operation of
the valves.
The same stream valve number can be specified for different streams. Specify the same stream
valve number when a single stream is used for several measurements. Also define the standard
sample stream as one of the streams.
l Stream type
•
•
Measurement stream
This is used for the measurement of the process sample.
Validation stream
This is used for the measurement of the standard sample in order to compare the
measurement results between before and after calibration or to validate whether the
GC8000 operates normally.
• Calibration stream
This is used for the measurement of the standard sample for the purpose of calibration.
This is also used as a validation stream in some cases.
l Sum calibration (Valid/Invalid) and sum total
When the “Concentration calculation” is set to “Standard” in the “Peak common setting” of the
relevant GCM and the relevant stream is a measurement stream or a validation stream, sum
calibration is enabled. However, sum calibration is disabled when the GCM of the relevant stream
is composed of several systems.
The sum total can be arbitrary defined within the range from 0.1 to 100.0%.
l Baseline calibration (Valid/Invalid)
The previously-stored detector signal of the baseline-calibrating chromatogram is subtracted
from the detector signal that measures the relevant stream for the purpose of calibration of the
increase in the chromatogram baseline due to column bleed or something. Several detectors
are used to measure the relevant stream depending on the configuration of the equipment. If it
can be handled with individual peak setting integral treatment: the perpendicular method, it is
recommended.
Baseline calibration shall be enabled or disabled for each stream. Obtain the chromatogram to be
used for the baseline calibration by running the method specified not to operate sample valves,
then touch the “Save baseline chromatogram” button while displaying the chromatogram to save
it in the main unit of the GC8000 (Section 4.5.3). Users at Level C or higher are allowed to save
the baseline chromatogram.
l GCM number and Method number
Assign a number from 1 to 6 to GCM number and Method number, respectively that are used for
the relevant stream.
Methods are classified into GCM methods and SYS methods. For example, if the GCM number
and the Method number are both set to 1, Method#1 of GCM#1 and Method#1 of SYS#11 are
used for the measurement of the relevant stream.
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Stream Setup
Stream #1
- Name of stream
- Str valve number
- Type of stream
- Normalization
- Total value
- Base line corr
- GCM number
- Method number
1
STR-1
1
Measurement
Not excuted
100.0 %
Not excuted
1
1
Menu
F1
Gate
F2
Valve
F3
Figure 1.37
Atm
F4
DO
F5
Strm#
F6
An example of the stream setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD
1.12.4 Method
(1) GCM and SYS
GC module concept has achieved parallel chromatography to perform simultaneous analysis
of multiple streams and has enabled optimal analysis condition by breaking the complicated
applications into simple column systems. This shortens the analysis time and achieves flexible
equipment configuration to meet customer needs.
Roles of GCM and SYS
GCM
Gas Chromatograph Module
One GCM is equivalent to one virtual GC and assumes GC function of multiple units by
setting multiple GCMs to GC8000.
Two GCMs can be set at a maximum per isothermal oven.
Up to two GCMs can be set in one isothermal oven.
Up to four GCMs can be set in two isothermal ovens.
Up to six GCMs can be set in three isothermal ovens.
SYS
Setting for atmospheric pressure balancing valve number, stream valve number, stream
identification output, and use of distillation point analyzer, and peak common setting
are performed for each GCM. Operation setting of stream valves is performed by GCM
method setting.
System
SYS is the minimum analysis unit, and multiple SYSs can be set within GCM. This
shortens the analysis time for the important control elements among the element group
which is analyzed by GCM. The time obtained by dividing the main cycle of GCM
method by an integer of 1 to 8 can be set to the analysis cycle of SYS method.
[SYS method analysis cycle] = [GCM method main cycle] / n
n: Integers of 1 to 8, division ratio of SYS analysis cycle and GCM main cycle
Each SYS in the same GCM performs synchronous analysis.
Each SYS in different GCMs performs asynchronous analysis.
Two SYSs can be set at a maximum per isothermal oven.
Up to two SYSs can be set in one isothermal oven.
Up to four SYSs can be set in two isothermal ovens.
Up to six SYSs can be set in three isothermal ovens.
Perform setting of valve (RV or LSV), detector, and EPC for each SYS, and use SYS
method for each operation setting. Although the atmospheric pressure balancing valve
belongs to GCM, perform operation setting with SYS method. Perform the operation
setting of timing signal using DO, by means of SYS method.
*:
Type 4 (programmed-temperature oven specifications) is the same as with one isothermal oven.
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(2) GCM method
Method setting of 1 to 6 for each GCM is possible with users at Level C or higher.
The items to be set for GCM method are described below. Refer to “5.4.5
to find the setting method.
Method Setup”
l Main cycle
The time required from the start to the end of analysis.
The operational settable lower limit values depending on the sample rate and the number of
ovens are shown in the following table.
Sample rate (ms)
40, 80, 160
Number of ovens
1
2
3
Main cycle lower limit (s)
60
120
180
The operational settable upper limit values depending on the sample rate are shown in the
following table.
Sample rate (ms)
40
80
160
Main cycle upper limit (s)
5400 s
10800 s
21600 s
l Warming up time
Warming up time is time for displacement in sample streams.
The warming up time at shipment is shown in the following table.
When there is one SYS
within GCM
When there are multiple
SYSs within GCM
Half the time of the GCM method main cycle
Half the time of the shortest SYS method analysis cycle
among multiple SYSs
The operational settable lower limit values depending on the sample rate and the number of
ovens are shown in the following table.
Sample rate (ms)
40, 80, 160
The number of ovens
1
2
3
Warming up time (s)
30
60
120
The operational settable upper limit values depending on the sample rate are shown in the
following table.
Sample rate (ms)
40
80
160
Warming up time (s)
5400 s
10800 s
21600 s
l Stream valve ON/OFF time
Sample stream valve ON/OFF time.
Normally, turn on the stream valve one second after the warming up time. Therefore, set a
negative time for stream valve ON time.
Please note that when multiple SYSs are set for GCM and the time obtained by dividing GCM
main cycle by an integer of 2 to 8 is set for SYS analysis time, it is necessary to turn on the
stream valve until the sample valve ON/OFF operation for all SYSs, which were set for the GCM,
is performed.
The operational setting range is shown in the following table.
Stream valve ON time –(Warming up time – 1) to 0 s
Stream valve OFF time 0 to (main cycle – 2) s
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l Pause time
The time when the measurement is suspended in Pause mode.
Set a time to suspend each valve, and EPC program, which does not cause harmful effect on the
column system.
Normally, set a time between [SYS method peak detection stop time] × n and the main cycle – 2
s. (n: Integers of 1 to 8, division ratio of SYS analysis cycle and GCM main cycle)
The operational setting range is shown in the following table.
Pause time
(Main cycle ‒600) to (main cycle – 2) s
(3) SYS method
Method setting of 1 to 6 for each SYS is possible with users at Level C or higher.
SYS method number and GCM method number are in pairs.
The items to be set for SYS method are described below. Refer to “5.4.5 Method Setup” to find
the setting method.
l Analysis cycle
The time required from the start to the end of SYS analysis.
[SYS method analysis cycle] = [GCM method main cycle] /n
n: Integers of 1 to 8, division ratio of SYS analysis cycle and GCM main cycle
l Peak detection stop time
The time when peak detection of chromatogram is completed. Set a time after all the peaks to be
analyzed in SYS have been eluted.
The operational setting range is shown in the following table.
Peak detection stop time 5 s to analysis cycle – 10 s
l Tracking specification and automatic renewal of tracking factors
Perform setting for whether to execute tracking (correction) of gate time setting to be used for
peak detection and whether to automatically update tracking factors.
As for peak tracking setting, please refer to “(4) Gate tracking function”.
l Valve ON/OFF time
Set the ON/OFF time of the valve, which is set for SYS in advance, by using “SYS setting” (RV or
LSV for sample valve, backflushing valve, and column switching valve). ON time and OFF time
can be set three times per cycle of SYS method, respectively.
The operational setting range is shown in the following table.
Valve ON time
Valve OFF time
0 to analysis cycle – 2 s
ON time + 1 s to analysis cycle – 2 s
* Make sure to set the 2nd time after 1st time, 3rd time after 2nd time.
* Set ON time and OFF time for each cycle in pairs with an interval of 1 s or more.
l Atmospheric pressure balancing valve ON/OFF time
Set the ON/OFF time of the atmospheric pressure balancing valve for the gas sample.
There is a case when the atmospheric pressure balancing valve is used for collecting gas sample
depending on the specification. Because the compressibility of the gas sample changes along
with the change in flow rate, sample collection quantity changes. To prevent this change, use the
atmospheric pressure balancing valve.
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Specifically, stop the flow of gas sample by turning on the atmospheric pressure balancing valve,
which was set before the sample valve measuring pipe, and turn on the sample valve. Collect
the sample by turning on the sample valve when the pressure within the sample valve measuring
pipe is in equilibrium with the outlet atmospheric pressure. These operations are executed by
setting each valve at SYS method setting.
Perform setting for whether to install atmospheric pressure balancing valve per Oven# at
“Atmospheric pressure balancing valve setting” and set atmospheric pressure balancing valve
number to be used on each GCM at “GCM setting.” In this way, set the ON/OFF time of the
atmospheric pressure balancing valve, which was set to GCM to which the SYS belongs, in
advance with “SYS method.” ON time and OFF time can be set three times per cycle of SYS
method, respectively.
Please note that when multiple SYSs are set to GCM, perform setting of ON/OFF operation of
atmospheric pressure balancing valve that was set to GCM (mechanically one for one GCM)
from the SYS method of each SYS which was set to the GCM.
The operational setting range is shown in the following table.
Atmospheric pressure
balancing valve ON time
Atmospheric pressure
balancing valve OFF time
–(Warming up time or analysis cycle,
whichever shorter) to analysis cycle – 2 s
–(Warming up time or analysis cycle,
whichever shorter) to analysis cycle – 2 s
* Make sure to set the 2nd time after 1st time, 3rd time after 2nd time.
* Set ON time and OFF time for each cycle in pairs with an interval of 1 s or more.
l DO operation time
This time is set to inform the timing of analysis completion by contact output to the upper level
calculator, etc. Set the processing designation to “Timing” per DO number with “DO setting” and
set SYS number and SYS method number. ON time and OFF time can be set three times per
cycle of SYS method, respectively, and whether to perform contact output to the upper level
calculator, etc. or not is also set. In this way, set the ON/OFF time of the DO timing signal, which
was set for the SYS in advance, with “SYS method.”
The operational setting range is shown in the following table.
DO ON time
DO OFF time
0 to Analysis cycle – 2 s
0 to Analysis cycle – 2 s
* Make sure to set the 2nd time after 1st time, 3rd time after 2nd time.
* Set ON time and OFF time for each cycle in pairs with an interval of 1 s or more.
Figure 1.38
GCM method and SYS method setting example 1
SYS1 and SYS2 analysis cycle are the same as GCM main cycle
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GCM method and SYS method setting example 2
SYS1 analysis cycle is the same as GCM main cycle, and SYS2 analysis cycle is 1/2 of GCM main
cycle
l EPC program setting
When pressure adjustor for career gas complies with EPC specification of program control,
three-staged heating program can be set.
Pressure
3rd control
pressure
3rd rise
2nd control
pressure
1st control
pressure
2nd rise
Initial control 1st rise
pressure
Initial
control
time
1st
control
time
2nd
control
time
3rd
control
time
Time
Analysis cycle
Analysis cycle
Stream 1
Start
Figure 1.40
Stream 2
Warm up time
for stream 2
Start
EPC program operations
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SYS Setup
SYS #1 Oven #1
- Carrier 1-1
- Carrier 1-2
> - Utility 1-1
- Utility 1-2
- Utility 1-3
- Utility 1-4
1-90
(3/4)
Executed
Executed
Executed
Executed
-------
Menu
F1
Peak
F2
Figure 1.41
Status
F3
Get
F4
SYS#
F5
Oven#
F6
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EPC program Set (1/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1 / Gas #1-#1
> - Initial press setpoint 100.0 kPa
- #1 Press ramp start time 30.0 s
Total run-time
400.0 s
Main
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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EPC program Set (2/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1 / Gas #1-#1
> - #1 Press ramp rate 50.0 kPa/min
- #1 Press hold setpoint 200.0 kPa
- #1 Press hold time 30.0 s
- #2 Press ramp rate 100.0 kPa/min
- #2 Press hold setpoint 300.0 kPa
- #2 Press hold time 30.0 s
- #3 Press ramp rate 200.0 kPa/min
- #3 Press hold setpoint 400.0 kPa
- #3 Press hold time 100.0 s
Main Menu Menu Menu Oven# Gas#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 1.42
Setting example of SYS method EPC program (GC-HMI EtherLCD)
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Operation Parameters (1/8)
Oven #?
Carrier gas #2
- Carrier gas type
H2
- Carrier gas pressure 140.0 kPa
1
Menu
F1
Menu
F2
Figure 1.43
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
Operation conditions setting (GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Heating program setting
Like the GC1000 MarkII, when Type 4 (programmed-temperature oven specifications) is used, a
three-staged heating program can be set.
Temperature
3rd control
temp.
3rd rise
2nd control
temp.
1st control
temp.
2nd rise
Initial control 1st rise
temp.
Initial
temp. hold
time
1st
temp. hold
time
2nd
temp. hold
time
3rd
temp. hold
time
Time
Analysis cycle
Analysis cycle
Stream 1
Start
Figure 1.44
Stream 2
Warm up time
for stream 2
Start
Heating program operation
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Oven program Setup (1/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
> - Initial temp setpoint
85 degC
- #1 Temp ramp start time
10.0 s
Total run-time
252.0 s
Main
F1
Menu
F2
Menu
F3
Menu
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
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Oven program Setup (2/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
> - #1 Temp ramp rate 20.0 degC/min
- #1 Temp hold setpoint 85 degC
- #1 Temp hold time 60.0 s
- #2 Temp ramp rate 25.0 degC/min
- #2 Temp hold setpoint 90 degC
- #2 Temp hold time 90.0 s
- #3 Temp ramp rate 30.0 degC/min
- #3 Temp hold setpoint 100 degC
- #3 Temp hold time 60.0 s
Main Menu Menu Menu Oven# Gas#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 1.45
Example of a GC-HMI EtherLCD SYS method heating program
(3) Auto-operation starting function
Auto-operation starting function operates the analyzer at process status Run mode without
manual operation. When the auto-operation is started, consecutive measurement of the streams,
which were set to the stream sequence 1, is performed in order.
It is required to supply power, protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, and utility gas sample
to the analyzer in the same manner as when starting up the device manually.
It is not recommended to use the auto-operation starting function for FPD detector because it
is necessary to operate pneumatic pressure for fuel two times as the value written in “operation
condition setting” in the Operation Material.
If FPD is lit up with the pneumatic pressure for fuel at the operation condition setting value as is, a
peak may not appear in the chromatogram and only the base line may be output.
The operation of the analyzer when “Auto-operation setting” is set to “Yes” is described below.
(1) Following the power supply for the electronic section of the control unit, immediately after
power is supplied to the oven unit circuit section, the hydrogen limiting unit is turned on
automatically.
For the model in which H2 is not used for carrier gas and utility gas, the hydrogen limiting unit is
not equipped. If there is no hydrogen limiting unit, move to 2) operation after power is supplied to
the electronic section of control unit and oven unit.
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(2) After a lapse of “the 1st auto-start time,” automatically turn on the oven, LSV, and FPD
heater.
(3) After a lapse of “the 2nd auto-start time,” automatically turn on the detector.
(4) After a lapse of “the 3rd auto-start time,” automatically perform the Run command of
the stream sequence 1 at process status. When the mode is switched from Stop mode
to run mode, start “warming up time” to substitute the sample stream according to the
method, which was set at the first stream sequence 1. When the “warming up time” lapsed,
measurement starts.
When the measurement start condition is not met at the starting of Run mode due to the reasons
such as SV value of each types of heater temperature is not PV value, or detector is not at ON
status, or when the power is not supplied to the oven unit in 20 minutes after control unit start up:
the level 3 alarm “#434 operation mode change failure” occurs, and auto-operation will not be
started.
In addition, if the level 1 alarm is generated during the Run mode after the auto-operation is
started, the mode is switched to Stop mode after a lapse of the main cycle time of the stream
during measurement, when an alarm is generated.
The following table explains the setting for auto-operation starting functions.
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Auto-operation
setting
1st auto-start
time
Yes/No
No initial value
Until the heater is turned on.
Range: 0 to 50000 s
Initial value: 0
The purpose is to prevent deterioration of the column by turning the oven heater on while the
column is not sufficiently substituted by the carrier gas.
Set a time (s) when the carrier gas stream within the column system is sufficiently substituted by
carrier gas. The rough indication is the time (s) obtained by dividing about 5 times the volume
(ml) of the column total inner volume by the carrier gas DET flow rate (ml/s).
2nd auto-start Until the detector is turned on.
time
Range: 0 to 50000 s
Initial value: 0 s
TCD detector:
The purpose is to prevent filament from burning out as a result of turning on the air in the TCD
without being sufficiently substituted by carrier gas.
Set 600 s (10 min) or more.
FID detector:
Even if the heater is at ON status after a lapse of the 1st auto-start time, when the detector is
turned on while the temperature within the isothermal oven is low, the vent may be clogged as
a result of condensation or freezing (0°C or lower) of moisture generated by combustion of FID
detector. To prevent this, set the required time.
The rough indication is a time (s) when SV value of isothermal oven temperature exceeds 20°C
and reaches PV value.
FID-MC:
The purpose is the same as the FID detection, and in addition to that, to prevent catalyst
deterioration by turning the detector on while the air inside the MC (methane converter) is not
sufficiently substituted by carrier gas.
Set the time (s) in which SV value of the isothermal oven temperature exceeds 20°C and
reaches PV value, or 600 s (10 min), whichever is longer.
3rd auto-start Time until Run mode command is executed
time
Range: 0 to 50000 s
Initial value: 0 s
TCD detector:
Even if the detector is turned on after a lapse of the 2nd auto-start time, the baseline drifts until
the current value becomes stable. If such drifting becomes significant, an accurate analysis
cannot be performed. To prevent this, set the required time.
The rough indicator for the setting to start up the analyzer at room temperature is 12 hours or
more in total of the 2nd and the 3rd auto-start time.
Example: The 2nd auto-start time: 600 s (10 minutes)
The 3rd auto-start time: 43200 s (12 hours)
FID detector:
Set at least “140 s” for generating detector anti-inflammation alarm as a result of decrease in
pressure of utility gas, etc.
The rough indication for configuring the analyzer to star up at room temperature is:
When the isothermal oven temperature is set to 145°C or lower:
2 to 4 hours in total of the 2nd and the 3rd auto-start time.
Example: The 2nd auto-start time: 3600 s (1 hour)
The 3rd auto-start time: 7200 s (2 hours)
When the isothermal oven temperature is set to 146°C or higher:
4 to 8 hours in total of the 2nd and the 3rd auto-start time.
Example: The 2nd auto-start time: 3600 s (1 hour)
The 3rd auto-start time: 18000 s (5 hours)
FID-MC:
Set at least “140 s” or more than the time required for generating detector anti-inflammation
alarm as a result of decrease in pressure of utility gas, etc.
In addition, there is a case when accurate analysis cannot be performed until the catalyst within
the MC becomes activate, even if the detector is turned on after a lapse of the 2nd auto-start
time. To prevent this, set the required time.
The rough indicator for the setting to start up the analyzer at room temperature is 4 to 8 hours in
total of the 2nd and the 3rd auto-start time.
Example: The 2nd auto-start time: 3600 s (1 hour)
The 3rd auto-start time: 18000 s (5 hours)
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(4) Gate tracking function
This is a function to track (correct) the gate ON/OFF time to be used for peak detection and the
operation time of base level processing by using tracking factor a/b, subsequent to fluctuation of
retention time due to such changes as ambient temperature and atmospheric pressure, carrier
gas supply pressure, and aged deterioration of column.
l Tracking specification
Set whether to execute tracking.
Perform this setting per SYS method. When multiple detections are set at SYS setting for the
relevant SYS, they are treated as single setting.
l Automatic renewal of tracking factors
Set “Update” for automatic renewal of tracking factor a/b.
Set “No Update” to enter the set value of tracking factor a/b.
Perform this setting per SYS method. When multiple detections are set at SYS setting for the
relevant SYS, they are treated as single setting.
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SYS Method Setup
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
- Execution
On
- Cycle time
300.0 s
- End of peak detect 280.0 s
- Tracking exec
Executed
> - Tracking coef updating Updating
GCM
F1
Seq
F2
Temp
F3
EPC
F4
Copy
F5
SYS#
F6
Figure 1.46
Tracking specification and automatic renewal of tracking factors in SYS method setting
(GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Timing and target for tracking
When “Execute” is set for “Tracking specification” in SYS method, perform correction of the gate
ON/OFF time and the operation time of base level processing by using the latest tracking factor
a/b after completion of peak detection of all the peaks of the relevant SYS method, and re-detect
the peak and re-calculate the concentration.
Tracking (correction) is performed only for the peaks for which “Standard” or “Tracking” is set for
“Automatic renewal of tracking factors” of the peak individual setting.
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The following table shows processing designation of peak individual settings for the tracking
(correction) target.
Processing designation
Type
Details
Peak processing External 3rd
External straight
line
Tracking
specification
No tracking
Tracking
Standard*1
Tracking
(correction)
items
Gate ON time
Gate OFF time
Indirect method
Calculation
processing
*1
Base level
No tracking
Tracking
Operation time
Stream type
Calibration,
Measurement,
Validation
Calibration,
Measurement,
Validation
Calibration,
Measurement,
Validation
Calibration,
Measurement,
Validation
Concentration
calculation
Standard
Standard,
Correction area
fraction
Auto-tracking is not possible when the gate processing method is set to “Zone gate.”
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Stream #1 Peak #1
External 3rd
> - Auto tracking req
Tracking std
- Peak std time
100.0 s
- Tracking coef a
0.965
- Tracking coef b
0.0
Menu
F1
Copy1 Copy2
F2
F3
Atm
F4
Strm#
F5
Peak#
F6
Figure 1.47
Tracking specification and tracking factor a/b in peak individual setting (GC-HMI
EtherLCD)
l Tracking factor a/b
Tracking factor a/b is a factor to perform correction of gate ON/OFF time and operation time of
base level processing by straight-line approximation. When the tracking factor b is 0, proportional
correction by tracking factor a is performed.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Gate ON time after tracking = Gate ON time × Tracking factor a + Tracking factor b
Gate OFF time after tracking = Gate OFF time × Tracking factor a + Tracking factor b
Base level operation time after tracking = Base level operation time × Tracking factor a + Tracking
factor b
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tracking factor a/b can be obtained by auto-calculation or by entering a set value.
To obtain tracking factor a/b by auto-calculation, set “Update” for “Automatic renewal of tracking
factors” of SYS method. Automatic renewal of tracking factor a/b is performed after completion of
peak detection of all the peaks for the relevant SYS method but before correction of gate ON/
OFF time and operation time of base level processing.
Refer to the following items to find the details of automatic renewal of tracking factor a/b.
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The setting range is shown below.
Tracking factor a
Tracking factor b
0.500 to 2.000
-21600.000 to +21600.0
1
If auto-calculation result of tracking factor a/b does not fall within the above scope, the level 3
alarm, “#484 Peak tracking failure” occurs, and automatic renewal of tracking factor a/b and
tracking of gate ON/OFF time and base level processing operation time are not performed.
Nor is the automatic renewal of the tracking factors performed for peaks assigned to the same
sensor. Note that for peaks assigned to other sensors, the automatic renewal is performed.
NOTE
If gate tracking function is available, it is necessary to confirm that a peak is detected definitely on
chromatogram when rebooting and after long time rest of analyzing. And re-adjust a gate as needed.
l Tracking standard and tracking interval at automatic renewal of tracking
factors
When “Update” is set for “Automatic renewal of tracking factors” of SYS method, calculation
is performed by “Peak standard time“ of the peak for which “Standard” is set for “Tracking
specification“ in peak individual setting, and “Retention time“ of the measurement result. When
multiple detections are set in SYS setting, tracking factor a/b is calculated per detector.
Determine “Tracking interval” according to the number of peaks, which were set for “Standard,”
and alignment, and automatic renewal the tracking factor a/b. Determine Tracking interval
according to the number of peaks for which Standard is set for “Tracking specification” of peak
individual setting, and alignment, and automatic renewal the tracking factor a/b. Calculation
method is different when “Standard” is one and when it is more than one.
The rules of tracking standard and tracking interval are explained below. The peak which was set
as “Tracking execution” and the peak which was set as “Standard” are called “Tracking peak” and
“Standard peak,” respectively.
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•
•
The first tracking peak follows the subsequent standard peak.
The first standard peak is calculated by a single standard peak (itself).
a1 = y1 / x1
b1 = 0
The tracking peak that exists between the 1st standard peak and the 2nd standard peak
follows the 2nd standard peak.
• The 2nd standard peak is calculated by two standard peaks of the 1st and the 2nd.
a2 = (y1-y2) / (x1-x2)
b2 = y1 - {(y1 - y2) / (x1 - x2)} × x1
• The tracking peak that exists between the 2nd standard peak and the 3rd standard peak
follows the 3rd standard peak.
• The 3rd standard peak is calculated by two standard peaks of the 2nd and the 3rd.
a3 = (y2-y3) / (x2-x3)
b3 = y2 - {(y2 – y3) / (x2 – x3)} × x2
• The peak that exists behind the 3rd standard peak with no subsequent standard peak
follows the 3rd standard peak.
• When multiple detections are set in SYS setting, tracking factor a/b is calculated per
detector.
• “The 1st, 2nd, 3rd......” stands for the order from the earliest retention time, not the numerical
order of the peak number.
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x: Peak standard time, which was set for tracking criteria
x: Peak retention time, which was set for tracking criteria
a: Tracking factor (Inclination)
b: Tracking factor (Intercept)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The example of tracking standard and tracking interval are shown below.
(1) When there is zero (0) standard
Because tracking factor cannot be calculated, tracking is not performed.
(2) When there is one standard
P1
Time
P2
Tracking peak Standard peak
Factor a1
Factor a1
P3
Tracking peak
Factor a1
P4
P5
Tracking peak Tracking peak
Factor a1
Factor a1
P6
Tracking peak
Factor a1
• P1: The first tracking peak follows the subsequent standard peak, therefore, tracking factor
is a1.
• P2: This is the 1st standard peak. a1= y1 / x1 (b1=0)
• P3 to P6: Because there is no other standard peak after the 1st peak, follow the 1st
standard peak, therefore, tracking factor is a1.
(3) When there is more than one tracking standard
P1
Time
Tracking peak
Factor a1
P2
Tracking peak
Factor a1
P3
Tracking peak
Factor a2
Factor b2
P4
P5
Standard peak Tracking peak
Factor a2
Factor a2
Factor b2
Factor b2
P6
Tracking peak
Factor a2
Factor b2
• P1: The first tracking peak follows the subsequent standard peak, therefore, tracking factor
is a1.
• P2: This is the first standard peak. a1= y1 /x1 (b1=0)
• P3: Because the tracking peak that exists between the 1st and the 2nd standard peak
follows the 2nd standard peak, the tracking factors are a2 and b2.
• P4: The 2nd standard peak is calculated by two standard peaks of the 1st and the 2nd.
a2 = (y1-y2) / (x1-x2), b2 = y1 - {(y1 - y2) / (x1 - x2)}× x1
• P5 to 6: Because there is no standard peak after the 2nd peak, follow the 2nd standard
peak, therefore, tracking factors are a2 and b2.
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(4) When multiple detections are set to SYS
Tracking factor a/b is calculated for each detector.
P1
Time
P3
DET1-1
Standard peak
Factor a1
Tracking peak
Factor a1
P2
Time
1
P4
P5
DET1-2
Standard peak
Factor a1
Tracking peak Tracking peak
Factor a1
Factor a1
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Installation, Piping, and Wiring
If the process gas chromatograph is installed in a hazardous area, do the wiring according to the
applicable explosionproof requirements.
2.1 Installation
Refer to “1.1 Wiring and Piping Diagram.”
2.1.1
Installing the Analyzer
Two types of analyzer are available: self-standing and wall-mounted. Install the chromatograph
according to the procedure for each type.
(1) Installation site
The following conditions must be met:
(a) Satisfying specified environmental conditions (atmospheric gases) even if it is a hazardous
area.
(b) No vibration
(c) Not subject to rainfall or direct sunlight
(d) No corrosive gas and little dust
(e) Environmental temperature: –10 to 50°C, humidity: 95% RH or less
(f) Altitude of installation site: Max. 2000 m above sea level
(g) Installation category based on IEC 61010: II *
(h) Pollution degree based on IEC 61010: 2 *
*: The “Installation category” indicates the regulation for withstanding impulse voltage. It is also called the
“Overvoltage category”. “II” applies to electrical equipment.
“Pollution degree” describes the degree to which a solid, liquid or gas which degrades dielectric strength
is adhering. “2” applies to a normal indoor atmosphere.
(2) Analyzer house
If the analyzer is installed outdoors, it should be constructed so as to protect it from rain and
direct sunlight and to facilitate inspection and maintenance.
Figure 2.1 shows an example of an analyzer house.
The house should be designed to provide space for standard gas cylinders because the effects
of the ambient temperature on standard gas can be better controlled indoors than outdoors.
It is also desirable for maintenance that the house accommodates an external sampling system if
any, except when leakage of toxic or flammable standard gas is to be avoided indoors.
The floor area shown in Figure 2.1 is the minimum requirement for the house. Allow as much
area as possible for the house taking into consideration the types of items to be accommodated
and the space required for maintenance.
For the maintenance space, refer to “1.2 External Dimensions.”
Provide ventilation openings in the upper portion (near the ceiling) and lower portion (near the
floor) of a side wall of the house.
Also provide a window and electric lights.
Carrier gas cylinders, should be protected from exposure to direct sunlight and rainfall by placing
them under the eaves of the house.
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Ventilation
opening *
Carrier gas
cylinder
A’
A
Front
Standard gas
cylinder
Right side
1600
Analyzer
1600
Piping and wiring
inlet
Drain pipe
outlet
Window to let in
natural light
Standard gas cylinder
Floor plan A - A’
Figure 2.1
Rear
* Prepare the structure which keeps the inside of
an analyzer house from rain and wind
Example of analyzer house
(3) Unpacking
WARNING
• The GC8000 weighs about 100 to 220 kg. Unpack it near the installation site. Use a
transportation machine to move it. Handle it carefully to prevent it from falling.
• For lifting and carrying equipment, use two (or three) brackets at which GC8000 is fixed to
the crate (made of wood etc.). Use wall-mounting brackets or their equivalent (unpainted
brackets are attached to self-standing type for transportation).
• Up to two protection system may be included, each of which weighs approximately 7 kg, are
installed on top of the GC8000. Therefore, the center of gravity is higher than the center of
the analyzer body.
(4) Checking equipment
Check that the equipment has not been damaged during transportation. Contact Yokogawa if any
damage is found. Keep the packing such as crates.
l Model and Suffix Codes
Check that the model and suffix codes on the data plate on the left side of the GC8000 match
those on the order sheet. Refer to “1.6 Data Plate.”
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l Accessories
Check the accessories listed in Table 2.1 and Table 2.2.
Table 2.1
Accessory kit
Accessory kit part number (K9800**)
EA EB EC ED HE HF HG HH EG EH EJ EK EE EF HA HB HC
TIIS
FM-X, FM-Y,
ATEX, IECEx,
CSA-X CSA-X
NEPSI
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
P P Q Q P P Q Q
R R Q Q P
Type 1
Type 2 (200V)
Type 2 (100 V)
Type 3
Type 4
Option ciode /KC
No.
Item
Parts No.
1 Cable
B1010EN 2
packing
adapter
2 Packing
—
2
3 Manual
4 Packing
5 Manual
○
○
○
○
Quantity
HD Remark
○
○
○
P G, Q:
3/4NPT, P:
G3/4, R:
M25x1.5
Remark
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
For
B1010EN
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
For
B1010EN
For
B1009EN
K9800GE 1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
9
8
9
K9800FG 1
—
6 Connector K9402PU
7 Connector K9800FX
K9407PU
8 O-ring
Y9118XA
9 Sealing
L9811GQ
fitting
10 Nipple
K9194ZS
11 Nut
K9194ZU
12 Manual
K9800GF
13 Hex
L9827AT
L9827AC
wrench
L9827AS
14 Fuse
A1423EF
A1463EF
15 Fuse
A1598EF
16 Label
K9191NK
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
1
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
4
1
2
2
2
2
2
4
1
3
2
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
2
4
1
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
2 2
2
2 4
4 UP300
1 1
1 For
pressure
gauge
17 Ferrite core A1179MN
1 2 1 2
1 2 1 2 1 2
18 Key
B1018HL 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or 4 or 6 or
6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8 6 8
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
2
For
B1009EN
3/4NPT
3/4NPT
3 G3/4
3
For sealing
fitting
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13
2
14
3
15
6
5
9
11
4
7
Figure 2.2
8 10
16
17 18
12
Accessory kit
Note:
Table 2.2
Item
Coil over wrench for LSV
Seal kit for LSV
Seal kit for LSV
Ferrule
Ferrule
Cutter
User’s manual (CD)
Operation data
Parts number
Quantity
L9827EA
1
K9402VG
number of LSV
K9402VH
number of LSV
J9218VU
1 set
J9218VT
1 set
J9218VV
1
—
1
—
1
Remark
Rulon
Teflon
For capillary column
For megabore column
For megabore or capillary column
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Use anchor bolts to secure the self-standing type analyzer on the floor.
Use nuts and bolts to secure the wall-mounted type analyzer on the wall. The wall construction
has to be designed for four times the weight of the analyzer.
For the hole for installation, refer to “1.2 External Dimensions.”
2.1.2
Installing Auxiliary Hardware
(1) Cylinders
The following conditions must be met:
(a) Located near the analyzer or the external sampling system.
(b) Not subject to rainfall or direct sunlight
(c) Ambient temperature: 0 to 40°C
(d) The place should be well-ventilated so that leaking gases, if any, do not accumulate.
Comply with regulations for high-pressure gases.
(2) Other items
(a) Dehumidifier
Provide a dehumidifier between the carrier gas cylinders and the analyzer (as near the
analyzer as possible).
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(b) Sample-gas pressure regulator
Provide sample-gas pressure regulators between the sampling point and the analyzer or the
external sampling system (as near the sampling point as possible).
(c) Vent stack, Drain tank
Without Vent Stack
Provide a header with a diameter of about 5 cm near the analyzer to connect the venting
lines. Extend the vent stack outside the house using a pipe with 1.5 cm diameter. Make
provisions to prevent rain from getting in the top end of the vent stack. (See Figure 2.4.)
With Vent Stack
Connect the top end of the vent stack to the section for exhaust. Extend the vent stack
outside the house using a pipe with 1.5 cm diameter. Make provisions to prevent rain from
getting in the top end of the vent stack.
When using a TCD detector, plug the lower end of the vent stack. When using a FID or FPD
detector, provide a drain tank with a diameter of about 5 cm near the analyzer to the venting
lines.
For the details, see Figure 2.5.
Wrench
Unscrew using the
upper spanner while
gripping the vent stack
with the lower spanner.
Vent stack
Figure 2.3
Unscrewing the vent stack
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50A
SGP, STPG
15A
SPG,
STPG
Vent stack
*8 Vent header
(Both ends are
Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT)
15A SPG, STPG
Drain
ID:10mm
or more
Drain tank
50A
Water
seal
pot
Using a drain
tank
Using a water
seal pot
With Vent stack
Figure 2.4
Example of vent stack installation
Note 1: The drain tank is used only for FID/FPD.
Note 2: For FID/FPD, incline the piping so that drain water will not accumulate in it.
Figure 2.5
Example of vent stack construction
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2.2 Piping
IMPORTANT
• Do not remove the blind plugs at the analyzer piping connections until starting piping
work to prevent deterioration of the columns. On the condition that carrier gas does not
be supplied after the blind plugs taken out or during out of operation, the column has the
risk of deterioration. In these condition, fix the the blind plugs at each vent with carrier gas
enclosed.
• Use an anti-corrosion material for the pipes and pipe fittings.
• Never use pipes with too large a diameter for the sample inlet piping, for reducing dead
time. However, use a little larger pipe for the exhaust line so as not to apply back pressure to
the venting lines.
• Use pipes and pipe fittings free from interior contamination such as grease, oil or other
substances. The contamination damage the analyzer. Before connecting the pipes,
completely air-purge their interiors.
• Carefully connect the pipes so that there is no leakage from the pipe connections such as
the joints.
• Use filters or other appropriate pipe fittings to prevent dust, moisture, or other foreign matter
from getting into the analyzer.
2.2.1
Types of Piping and Installation
The types of piping are shown below.
Note that the types of piping and quantities of individual pipes required vary with the
specifications such as the analyzer type and detector type (TCD, FID, or FPD).
See the flow sheets in the “Operation Data” for implementing piping.
Control unit
(A) Air output for stream valve 1 to 8 (AIR OUT 1 to AIR OUT 8)
Isothermal oven, large isothermal oven, programmed temperature oven
(B) Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet (PURGE AIR)
(C) Inlet/outlet of sample gas (SAMPLE 1 IN, SAMPLE 2 IN, SAMPLE 1 OUT, SAMPLE 2 OUT)
(D) Carrier gas (CARRIER 1, CARRIER 2)
(E) Hydrogen gas for combustion (H2)
(F) Make-up gas (MAKE UP)
(G) Air for combustion (BURNER AIR)
(H) Air output (ATM 1, ATM 2)
(J) FID vent (FID 1, FID 2)
(K) FPD vent (FPD 1)
(L) TCD vent (TCD1, REF.1, TCD2, REF.2)
(M) Vent (VENT 1 to VENT 10)
Analyzer base sampling system (GCSMP)
(1) Sample inlet (STREAM #1 to STREAM #12)
(2) Standard-gas inlet (STANDARD #1 to STANDARD #3)
(3) Sample bypass vent (STREAM #1 B/P VENT to STREAM #12 B/P VENT)
(4) Sample vent (SAMPLE VENT 1 to SAMPLE VENT 3)
(5) Condensate drain (CONDENSATE OUT)
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(6) Steam (STEAM IN)
(7) Steam drain (STEAM OUT)
Vent for protective gas (instrumental air)
(open to the atmosphere)
Air outlet for stream swiching valve (A)
6mm or 1/4” tube
AIR OUT 1
AIR OUT 2
AIR OUT 3
AIR OUT 4
AIR OUT 5
AIR OUT 6
Control unit
AIR OUT 7
AIR OUT 8
Figure 2.6
Right side of control unit
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet (B)
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Inlet/outlet for sample gas,
carrier gases, etc. (C)(D)(E)(F)(G)(H)
6mm or 1/4” tube
PURGE AIR
SAMPLE 1 IN
SAMPLE 1 OUT
Isothermal oven
SAMPLE 2 IN
SAMPLE 2 OUT
Large isothermal oven
CARRIER 1
CARRIER 2
Protective gas (instrumental air) inlet (B)
Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT
H2
MAKE UP
BURNER AIR
ATM 1
Programmed temperature oven
Figure 2.7
PURGE AIR
ATM 2
Left side of isothermal oven, large isothermal oven, and programmed temperature oven
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FID 1
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FID/FPD vent (J)(K)
1/4” tube
FPD 1
Vent (L)(M)
1/8” tube
Isothermal oven
TCD1
TCD2
VENT1
VENT3
VENT5
REF.1
REF.2
VENT2
VENT4
VENT6
Figure 2.8
TCD1
TCD1
TCD2
VENT1
REF.1
REF.1
REF.2
VENT2
TCD2
VENT1
VENT1
VENT3
REF.2
VENT2
VENT2
VENT4
VENT1
VENT3
VENT3
VENT5
VENT2
VENT4
VENT4
VENT6
VENT3
VENT5
VENT5
VENT7
VENT4
VENT6
VENT6
VENT8
VENT2
VENT5
VENT7
VENT7
VENT9
VENT4
VENT6
VENT8
VENT8
VENT10
Large isothermal oven
TCD1
VENT1
VENT3
VENT5
VENT7
REF.1
VENT2
VENT4
VENT6
VENT8
TCD2
VENT1
VENT3
VENT5
VENT7
REF.2
VENT2
VENT4
VENT6
VENT8
VENT1
VENT3
VENT5
VENT7
VENT9
VENT6
VENT8
VENT10
Left side of isothermal oven and large isothermal oven
Inlet/outlet for sample
gas, standard gas, etc.
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Inlet/outlet for sample
gas, standard gas, etc.
(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Steam outlet (7)
or drain
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Steam outlet (7)
or drain
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Steam inlet (6)
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
Steam inlet (6)
Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT
STREAM #1
For type 1
STREAM #2
STREAM #3
STREAM #4
Example
of labels
STREAM #5
STREAM #6
STANDARD #1
STANDARD #2
STANDARD #3
STREAM IN
Figure 2.9
2
STREAM #1
B/P VENT
STREAM #2
B/P VENT
STREAM #3
B/P VENT
STREAM #4
B/P VENT
STREAM #5
B/P VENT
SAMPLE
VENT 1
SAMPLE
VENT 2
SAMPLE
VENT 3
CONDENSATE
OUT
CONDENSATE
OUT
For type 2, type 4
Analyzer base sampling unit (GCSMP)
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Connecting Piping
For connection, refer to “1.2 External Dimensions.”
For the user-specific connection, refer to “Operation Data.”
(a) Sample inlet pipes
These are pipes to lead samples from process lines or an external sampling system into analyzer
STREAMS #1 to #12 or the sample inlet of the pressure control section.
The analyzer can analyze up to 31 sample streams. For more than 31 sample streams, an
external sampling system is employed, which has a stream switching function. In this case, one
sample inlet pipe is used to lead multiple samples into the analyzer. When providing more than
one pipe, see the “Operation Data” so that the specified sample can flow into the analyzer from
the designated inlet port. STREAM and No. are marked at the piping port.
Use stainless steel of O.D. 6 mm or 1/4 inch with any oil cleaned off.
(b) Standard sample inlet pipes
These are pipes between the outlets of pressure regulators for standard gas cylinders and
STANDARD #1 to #3 ports of the analyzer.
When different standard gases are used, provide separate pipes for each gas to lead them into
the analyzer.
Use stainless steel of O.D. 6 mm or 1/4 inch with any oil cleaned off.
(c) Carrier gas inlet pipes
These are pipes to introduce the carrier gas to the analyzer between the outlets of carrier gas
cylinder pressure regulators and CARRIER IN ports of the analyzer.
When two different carrier gases are used, provide separate pipes for each gas to lead them into
the analyzer.
The following is recommended. By arranging the two gas cylinders in this way, there is no
contamination of air.
To GC8000
(Spare)
Figure 2.10
Confirm that the insides of the pipes and pipe fittings are not contaminated.
Confirm that the piping connections are done with no leakage.
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CAUTION
The following explosionproof requirements must be satisfied for hydrogen gas.
2
• No leakage
• Supply hydrogen gas to the analyzer at 500 ±20 kPa.
If the carrier gas contains moisture with a dew point of –60°C or above, it is recommended that a
desiccant, such as a molecular sieve, be used to remove moisture to prevent deterioration of the
columns.
Use stainless steel of O.D. 6 mm or 1/4 inch with any oil cleaned off.
CAUTION
Do not use solvents containing impurities such as non-volatile components to clean the inside
of the pipes. They will contaminate the inside of the pipes and prevent correct analysis. If it is
necessary to use a solvent for cleaning, use highly pure acetone.
(d) Instrument air pipe
These are the pipes for supplying air to the analyzer for actuating sampling and backflush valves
and for purging the inside of the electronics section and the ovens.
An air pressure of 350 to 900 kPa (500 to 900 kPa for FPD) is required. Use general instrument
air as the source and do the piping to the analyzer PURGE AIR port. A pressure regulator should
be installed in-between.
Use stainless steel pipe of O.D. 1/2 inch or more with any oil cleaned off.
Vortex tube
(cooling device for FPD)
Regulator for vortex tube
Figure 2.11
Pressure and flow control section of the large isothermal oven
Air pressure set value of the regulator is depended on the source air temperature and need to
tune the setting value.
(e) Piping combustion air for FID/FPD
The FID/FPD air must not contain impurities that have an adverse effect on the analyzed results.
Use an air supply meeting the above condition and do the piping between this supply and the
analyzer BURNER AIR port.
Use stainless steel of O.D. 6 mm or 1/4 inch with any oil cleaned off.
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(f) Piping combustion hydrogen gas for FID/FPD
Connect the piping between the outlet of the pressure regulator of a hydrogen gas cylinder
and the analyzer BURNER FUEL port. Supply it at 500 ±20 kPa to meet the explosionproof
requirements.
Use stainless steel of O.D. 6 mm or 1/4 inch with any oil cleaned off.
(g) Steam pipe
This is necessary for heating the sample with steam.
Connect the piping between a steam supply that can provide the required pressure (see
Operation Data) and the analyzer STEAM IN port.
(h) Venting pipes
These are used for backflush venting, foreflush venting, detector venting, etc. With a vent header,
the piping is provided. Without a vent stack, install piping to the vent stack.
Use large pipes for venting to minimize pressure losses.
Connect venting pipes of 1/4 inch for FID/FPD or 1/8 inch for others to about a 2-inch header.
When ejector suction is used in the sample outlet system, connect the venting pipes to the
downstream of the vent header with a pipe of I.D. 10 mm or more.
CAUTION
Please keep safety in mind because the sample vent is usually open to the atmosphere.
When the sample vent is connected to the flare stack, please consider the pressure and the flow
rate of the stack.
(i) Steam drain pipe
This is used to drain the condensate of the steam for heating the sample.
Connect the piping from the steam trap of the analyzer and also from the condensate drain piping
port (CONDENSATE OUT), if provided, to the drain pit on the down-grade.
(j) Pipes for external valves
These are used for piping between the analyzer valve actuating pneumatic outlet and the
external sampling system to actuate the stream valves and atmospheric balance valves provided
in the external sampling system. Connect the piping properly according to the piping diagram.
Use stainless steel of O.D. 6 mm or 1/4 inch.
2.3 Wiring
See “1.1 Wiring and Piping Diagram” for wiring.
Note that the specifications determines the number of the protection system, which results in
different wiring.
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Number of protection system
Explosionproof
Specifications
TIIS (-T)
FM-X (-F), CSA-X (-C)
FM-Y (-G), CSA-Y (-D)
ATEX (-A)
IECEx (-E)
NEPSI (-P)
( ): Suffix codes
Type 1 (100)
1
1
1
1
1
Type 2 (120)
Type 3 (222) Type 4 (230)
100 V (-A, B, C, D) 200 V (-E, F, G, H)
2
1
2
2
2
1
2
2
0
2
1
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
1
2
2
WARNING
In case of TIIS-certified wiring, the attached cable packing adapters or sealing fitting must be
used.
Otherwise, it does not comply with TIIS regulation.
CAUTION
• Lay the signal wiring and electrical wiring in separate conduit pipes or ducts.
• Use independent grounding with a grounding resistance of 100 ohms or less.
2.3.1
Types of Wiring and Locations
The following types of wiring are required for the GC8000.
The wiring required varies with the specifications.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
(J)
(K)
(L)
(M)
(N)
Electric circuit and heater power
Heater power
Contact output for system alarm 1
Contact output for annunciator
Analog input (4 to 20 mA)
Contact input (Operation start/stop, mode-selection request, etc.)
Contact output
Communication wiring (RS-422 and analyzer bus)
Analog output (4 to 20 mA), Analog hold output
Grounding
External I/O cutoff output (Power cutoff signal)
Ethernet (twisted-pair cable)
Ethernet (optic fiber cable)
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B
A
Protection system A
ABCDEFGH
JLMN
CD EFGH
JLMN
Protection system B *
K
K
Control unit
With protection system
Without protection system
* Protection system B is equipped in some specifications.
Figure 2.12
2.3.2
Cable connection locations
Recommended Cables
CAUTION
(C) to (L) cables:
Use heat-resistant cables with maximum allowable temperature of 80°C or higher.
(M) and (N) cables:
Required maximum allowable temperature of the cables depends on the temperature class
of the instrument and the actual ambient temperature. Use cables with maximum allowable
temperature shown in the table below.
Temperature Class
Ambient temp.
Maximum allowable
temperature of cable
Up to 30°C Up to 35°C Up to 40°C
60°C
31 to 36°C 36 to 40°C 41 to 45°C
65°C
37 to 43°C 41 to 45°C 46 to 50°C
70°C
44 to 50°C 46 to 50°C
75°C
T1, T2
T3
T4
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Table 2.4
Wiring
Connections
Cable
Inlet
Cable
O.D.
(for TIIS)
Protection system
A (right): 2 ø8.0 to
B (left): 1 16.0 mm
Electronics section
6
(Junction
box as
needed)
ø9.0 to
16.0 mm
NA
(use
sealing
fitting)
Wiring
Protection system A:
(A) Electric circuit and
heater power
Protection system B:
(B) Heater power
(C) Contact output for
system alarm 1
(D) Contact output for
annunciator
Without protection
system:
(A) Electric circuit and
heater power
(B) Heater power
Without protection
system:
(C) Contact output for
system alarm 1
(D) Contact output for
annunciator
(E) Analog input
(16 points max.)
(F) Contact input
(32 points max.)
(G) Contact output
(Note 1)
(20 points max.)
(H) Serial
communication
(Note 2)
(J) Analog output
(32 points max.)
(K) Grounding
Cable Condition
3.5 to 5.5 mm2 max.
1.25 to 5.5 mm2 max.
0.75 to 1.5 mm2 max.
Cable length 1 km max.
Terminal
Cable
Shield
M4 screw Not
crimp-on required
terminal
For
Required
MKKDSN
(Note 3)
3.5 to 5.5 mm2 max.
M4 screw Not
crimp-on required
terminal
1.25 to 5.5 mm2 max.
0.75 to 1.5 mm2 max.
Cable length 1 km max.
For FKC
(Note 3)
Required
For FKC
(Note 3)
M4 screw
crimp-on
terminal
For FKC
(Note 3)
Required
RJ45
Required
0.5 to 1.5 mm2 max.
Cable length 1 km max.
5.5 mm2 or more
Grounding resistance of
100 ohms max.
(L) External I/O cutoff 0.75 to 1.5 mm2 max.
output (Power
Cable length 1 km max.
cutoff signal)
Twisted-pair cable
(M) Ethernet (shielded CAT.5/CAT.5E
twisted-pair cable) 50 m or less
(N) Ethernet (fiberFor 1300 nm Outdoor
optic cable)
type
multi-mode of 50/125 µm
or 62.5/125 µm
Not
required
Required
SC
Note 1: Use double-isolation cables for the contact output line (AC).
Double-isolate either contact output line (AC) or (DC) if they are mixed.
Note 2: Twisted pair cable is recommended.
Note 3: Use MKKDSN series terminals (manufactured by Phoenix Contact Ltd.) for the protection system, and
FKC series terminals (manufactured by Phoenix Contact Ltd.) for the electric circuit except for the power
or Ethernet line. For these wiring connections, use AI series crimp-on terminals manufactured by the
same company. Four types of crimp-on terminals are used according to the wire diameters (see Table
2.5).
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Crimp-on terminals
Terminal Series
Cable Core
Cable O.D.
Less than ø2.8 mm
0.75 mm2
Less than ø3.0 mm
1 mm2
MKKDSN
Less than ø3.4 mm
1.5 mm2
Less than ø2.5 mm
0.5 mm2
Less than ø2.8 mm
0.75 mm2
FKC
Less than ø3.0 mm
1 mm2
Less than ø3.4 mm
1.5 mm2
Contact Phoenix Contact Ltd. for details.
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Terminal Type
AI 0.75-6GY
AI 1-6RD
AI 1.5-6BK
AI 0.5-10WH
AI 0.75-10GY
AI 1-10RD
AI 1.5-10BK
Peel off length
Approx. 6 mm
Approx. 10 mm
Preparing Wiring Depending on Specifications
Perform wiring carefully because the connection of wiring varies depending on the GC8000
explosionproof specifications.
IMPORTANT
Cables should be arranged in an orderly manner in the protection system.
Otherwise, they may damage the parts (e.g. relay).
n FM
WARNING
• All wiring shall comply with National Electric Code ANSI/NFP A 70 and Local Electric Codes.
• In a hazardous area, use conduits for wiring in the explosionproof enclosure or to electronics
sections.
CAUTION
• The unused electrical connection ports should be closed with an appropriate flameproofcertified plug.
• Analyzers have pressurized enclosures. The cable end should be sealed in order to
apply pressure to the pressurized enclosure. Otherwise, power does not supplied to the
electronics section.
In the FM-Y, all wiring must be connected to the electronics section since the protection system is
not provided.
Six connection ports are provided in the electronics section. Use convenient ones.
Remove the attached plug of the connector and perform wiring.
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Connection port of the protection system *3
3/4NPT(F)
Connection port of the electronics section *1
9/16 inch
Plug *2
3/4NPT
Connector
Gasket
NONHAZARDOUS
LOCATION
EQUIPMENT
NONHAZARDOUS
LOCATION
EQUIPMENT
NON-HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS
Plate
Nut
Detail of A
HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS
Sealing Fitting
18 inches (457mm)
maximum
Protection system *3
(Flameproof enclosure)
Conduit
*1: Any of the six connection ports of the
electronics section can be equally used.
*2: A plug is attached to connector.
Remove and keep it for future use.
*3: In the FM-Y, the protection system is
not provided.
as close as possible
not more than 18 inches (457 mm)
A
Electronic section
(Pressurized enclosure)
Figure 2.13
Wiring in FM specification
n CSA
WARNING
• All wiring shall comply with Canadian Electric Code C22.1 and Local Electric Codes.
• In a hazardous area, use conduits for wiring in the explosionproof enclosure or to electronics
sections.
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CAUTION
• The unused electrical connection ports should be closed with an appropriate flameproofcertified plug.
• Analyzers have pressurized enclosures. The cable end should be sealed in order to
apply pressure to the pressurized enclosure. Otherwise, power does not supplied to the
electronics section.
In the CSA-Y, all wiring must be connected to the electronics section since the protection system
is not provided.
Six connection ports are provided in the electronics section. Use convenient ones.
Remove the attached plug of the connector and perform wiring.
Connection port of the protection system *3
3/4NPT(F)
Connection port of the electronics section *1
9/16 inch
Plug *2
3/4NPT
Connector
Gasket
NONHAZARDOUS
LOCATION
EQUIPMENT
NONHAZARDOUS
LOCATION
EQUIPMENT
NON-HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS
Plate
Nut
Detail of A
HAZARDOUS
LOCATIONS
Sealing Fitting
50 cm maximum
Protection system *3
(Flameproof enclosure)
Conduit
*1: Any of the six connection ports of the
electronics section can be equally used.
*2: A plug is attached to connector.
Remove and keep it for future use.
*3: In the CSA-Y, the protection system is
not provided.
as close as possible
not more than 50 cm
A
Electronic section
(Pressurized enclosure)
Figure 2.14
Wiring in CSA specification
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WARNING
• All wiring shall comply with Local Electric Codes and Requirements.
• In a hazardous area, use appropriate flameproof-certified parts for connecting cables.
• All externally powered input signals into the pressurized enclosure shall be isolated by
external relays controlled by the Ex px protection system(Ex px safety device).
CAUTION
8 mm
32 mm
Connection port of the protection system
Connection port of
M25x1.5
the electronics section *1
9/16 inch
• The unused electrical connection ports should be closed with an appropriate flameproofcertified plug.
• The blind plug shall not be used with an adapter.
• Analyzers have pressurized enclosures. The cable end should be sealed in order to
apply pressure to the pressurized enclosure. Otherwise, power does not supplied to the
electronics section.
M25x1.5
Plug *2
3/4NPT
G3/4
Connector-2
Gasket
Protection system
(Flameproof enclosure)
Plate
Connector-1 (accessory)
Detail of A (Connector)
Nut
Connector-2
A
Electronic section
(Pressurized enclosure)
*1: Any of the six connection ports of the electronics
section can be equally used.
*2: A plug is attached to connector 2. Remove and keep it
for future use.
*3: Connector 1 is not attached at shipment.
One of the three types of connector 2 is attached at
shipment.
“N” is inscribed on the 3/4NPT connector and “G”
on the G3/4 connector.
(No inscription on the M25x1.5 connector)
Figure 2.15
Wiring in ATEX, IECEx or NEPSI specification
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l Connection port for the protection system
Remove the attached plug and perform wiring.
For the 3/4NPT or G3/4 connection port, use the connectors in the accessory kit.
l Connection port for the electronics section
Six connection ports are provided in the electronics section. Use convenient ones.
Remove the attached plug of the connector and perform wiring.
n TIIS
For TIIS explosionproof wiring connections, use cable packing adapters or sealing fittings (for
Ethernet cable).
Connection port of the protection system
Connection port of the electronics section *1
Sealing fitting
(Accessory kit)
*2
Connector *4
Cable
packing adapter
Nut
Gasket
Protection system
(Flameproof enclosure)
Cable packing adapter
(Accessory kit) *3
Nipple
Detail of A
A
Electronic section
(Pressurized enclosure)
*1: Any of the six connection ports of the electronics
section can be equally used.
*2: To mount the sealing fitting, remove the cable packing
adapter from one of the six connection ports of the
electronics section.
*3: To use the protection system, remove the plug from its
connection port and mount the cable packing adapter.
*4: A connector (3/4NPT) can be mounted on any of the
connection ports.
Figure 2.16
Wiring in TIIS specification
l Connecting cables to the protection system
Remove the attached plug and mount the cable packing adapter (G3/4) in the accessory kit
on the connection port. Use the connector in the accessory kit for the cable packing adapter
(3/4NPT).
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CAUTION
The minimum packing (for ø8.0 to ø9.0) is attached to the cable packing adapters at shipment.
Change it to an appropriate packing for the cable O.D. (See Table 2.6.)
Hex key wrench
Hex.socket set screw
Hex.socket set screw
Flameproof packing adapter
Lock nut
Cable
Protection system
(Flameproof enclosure)
Cover
Connection threads
Coupling
Gland
O-ring
Guide ring
Double-deck packing
(Replace it with an appropriate one from the accessory kit.)
Lock nut
Identification mark
Body
Figure 2.17
Procedure for mounting a cable packing adapter for a protection system
The cable packing adapters comply with the Technical Standard of the Ministry of Health, Labour
and Welfare, Japan.
Table 2.6
Connection
port screw
Size of double-deck packing for the protection system
Applicable
cable O.D.
Identification mark
Recommended
torque for the
gland (N·m)
ø8.0 to ø9.0
SFFP209 ø8.0 to ø9.0
17
ø9.0 to ø10.0 SFFP2010 ø9.0 to ø10.0
25
ø10.0 to ø11.0 SFFP2011 ø10.0 to ø11.0
20
ø11.0 to ø12.0 SFFP2012 ø11.0 to ø12.0
20
G3/4
ø12.0 to ø13.0 SFFP2013 ø12.0 to ø13.0
20
ø13.0 to ø14.0 SFFP2014 ø13.0 to ø14.0
25
ø14.0 to ø15.0 SFFP2015 ø14.0 to ø15.0
20
ø15.0 to ø16.0 SFFP2016 ø15.0 to ø16.0
20
*: When a cable O.D. falls under two categories, try both and choose the more suitable one.
l Connecting cables to the electronics section
Six connection ports are provided in the electronics section. Use convenient ones.
The cable packing adapters (G3/4) and plates for sealing are mounted as standard. Remove the
plate before using the port for wiring, and keep it for future use. (Do not remove the plate for the
unused connection port.)
CAUTION
The minimum packing (for ø9.0 to ø10.0) is attached to the cable packing adapters at shipment.
Change it to an appropriate packing for the cable O.D. (See Table 2.7.)
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Hex.socket set screw
Hex key wrench
Cable packing adapter
Hex.socket set screw
Gasket
Case of electronics section
(Pressurized enclosure)
Cable
Nut
Connection threads
Cover
Coupling
Plate
This plate is included with shipment.
Please keep the removed the plate.
Gland
Guide ring
Double-deck packing
(Replace it with an appropriate one from the accessory kit.)
To the connection port of
the electronics section
Figure 2.18
Identification mark
Body
Procedure for mounting a cable packing adapter for the electronics section
The cable packing adapters comply with the Technical Standard of the Ministry of Health, Labour
and Welfare, Japan.
Table 2.7
Connection
port screw
Double-deck packing size for electronics section
Applicable
cable O.D.
Identification mark
Recommended
torque for the
gland (N·m)
ø9.0 to ø10.0 SCFP2010 ø9.0 to ø10.0
25
ø10.0 to ø11.0 SCFP2011 ø10.0 to ø11.0
20
ø11.0 to ø12.0 SCFP2012 ø11.0 to ø12.0
20
G3/4
ø12.0 to ø13.0 SCFP2013 ø12.0 to ø13.0
20
ø13.0 to ø14.0 SCFP2014 ø13.0 to ø14.0
25
ø14.0 to ø15.0 SCFP2015 ø14.0 to ø15.0
20
ø15.0 to ø16.0 SCFP2016 ø15.0 to ø16.0
20
*: When a cable O.D. falls under two categories, try both and choose the more suitable one.
For Ethernet cable, use sealing fittings in the accessories kit for the connection port (see Figure
2.19). Remove the attached cable packing adapter and mount the sealing fitting back in place.
Six connection ports are provided in the electronics section. Use convenient ones.
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Insulated wires *
Unit: mm
O-ring
Close-up plug
Hex. key wrench *
(width across flats: 10 mm)
Sealing compound *
17 or more
Sealing dam *
Body
O-ring
Nut
24±1
Gasket
Close-up plug
(1)
Case of electronics section
(Pressurized enclosure)
Body
Nipple
(connection threads)
Thread type and size: G3/4
Nut
Nipple
*:Provided by user
To the connection port of
the electronics section
Figure 2.19
Mounting procedure for sealing fitting (accessory)
CAUTION
The cable end should be sealed in order to apply pressure to the electronics section. Otherwise,
power does not be supplied to the electronics section.
For the 3/4NPT connection port, use the connectors in the accessory kit to all of the connections.
TIP
Refer to “USERS’ GUIDELINES for Electrical Installations for Explosive Gas Atmospheres in General Industry”
for more details.
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Connecting Power Cable and Grounding
CAUTION
• Wire the power supply cable keeping the distance of 1 cm or more from other signal wires.
• The power supply cable shall comply with UL or CSA.
• Do wiring after securing protective grounding.
Use crimp-on terminals for all power cables and grounding (see Figure 2.20).
Use crimp-on terminals suitable for the cable core (see Table 2.8).
Insulation covering
inside diameter d
Hole
diameter
a
Lug outside
diameter b
Figure 2.20
Table 2.8
Lug length c
Crimp-on terminal
Size of crimp-on terminal
Hole
Outside
Nominal cross Screw
diameter a diameter b
sectional area (mm)
(mm)
(mm)
*:
Length c
(mm)
Insulation
covering inside
diameter d (mm)
5.5 mm2
4
4 to 5
9.8 or less
25 to 29
5.8 or less
2.0 mm2
4
4.3 or more
8.7 or less
approx. 21
5.8 or less
1.25 mm2
4
4.3 or more
8.7 or less
approx. 21
5.8 or less
AMP: Japan AMP Co., Ltd.
JST: JST Co., Ltd.
Applicable
terminal*
AMP 170785-1
JST 5.5-4
AMP 170782-1
JST V2-4
AMP 170782-1
JST V1.25-4
l Power supply line to the protection system (A) (B)
The power supply to protection system A is used for both heater power and electric circuit power.
The power supply or protection system B is used only for heater power.
Connect the attached ferrite core for ATEX, IECEx, or NEPSI.
Grounding must be wired.
Please do not forget to put protection-film cover, after wiring is finished.
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Power supply for heater
Power supply for electric circuit and heater
Contact output for system alarm 1
Contact output for annunciator
2
Top view of the protection system
without the cover
Protection-film cover
for wiring
L
N
L
!
N
L
N
!
ELECTRIC HEATER
CIRCUIT
HEATER
ANNUNCIATOR
SYSTEM ALARM
NO COM NC
3 2 1
6 5 4
NO COM NC
.
Power supply for heater
Front view
Power supply for electric circuit and heater
Ferrite core
(provided for
Contact for annunciator
ATEX, IECEx,
or TIIS (/KC))
NO COM NC
3 2 1
6 5 4
Position when the cable
O.D. exceeds 13 mm
NO COM NC
Contact for system alarm 1
L
N
*
HEATER
L
N
L
N
ELECTRIC HEATER
CIRCUIT
*
*: Grounding is possible from any
one of the three terminals.
Figure 2.21
CAUTION
Use heat-resistant cables with maximum allowable temperature of 80°C or above.
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l Power supply line of the electronics section (A) (B) without the protection
system
Power supply for electric circuit and heater
Type 1, Type 2 (200 V)
!
L
L
N
N
ELECTRIC HEATER
CIRCUIT
L
N
L
ELECTRIC HEATER
CIRCUIT
Type 2 (100 V), Type 3, Type 4
Power supply for electric circuit
and heater
L
!
N
L
N
ELECTRIC HEATER
CIRCUIT
*
N
L
Power supply for heater
N
HEATER
L
*: Grounding is possible from any one of the three terminals.
N
L
*
N
ELECTRIC HEATER
CIRCUIT
L
N
HEATER
Figure 2.22
CAUTION
Use heat-resistant cables with maximum allowable temperature of 80°C or above.
l Grounding (K)
CAUTION
Use independent grounding with a grounding resistance of 100 ohms or less.
Connect the earth terminal to the upper right of the control unit as shown in Figure 2.23.
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2
Screw
for
Ground
Figure 2.23
2.3.5
Earth terminal for the GC8000
Connecting Signal Cables
CAUTION
(C) to (L) cables:
Use heat-resistant cables with maximum allowable temperature of 80°C or higher.
!
(M) and (N) cables:
Required maximum allowable temperature of the cables depends on the temperature class
of the instrument and the actual ambient temperature. Use cables with maximum allowable
temperature shown in the table below.
Temperature Class
Ambient temp.
Maximum allowable
temperature of cable
Up to 30°C Up to 35°C Up to 40°C
60°C
31 to 36°C 36 to 40°C 41 to 45°C
65°C
37 to 43°C 41 to 45°C 46 to 50°C
70°C
44 to 50°C 46 to 50°C
75°C
T1, T2
T3
T4
CAUTION
Be sure to keep the power and signal cables apart. Avoid placing them in parallel.
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NOTE
• For analog input, use twisted pair cables with a common shield (a twist pitch of 50 mm or
less), to avoid induction noise.
Use twisted pair cables for digital signals as well.
• Stranded cables are superior to single-conductor cables in the following respects:
• Stranded cables are more flexible and easy to lay in a curved pit or cramped space.
• Stranded cables provide better contact with crimp-on terminal, with less aging over time.
• Secure the cables so they do not weight on the terminals.
• Fasten the terminal screws securely.
n Signal Cable Termination
CAUTION
• Use crimp-on terminal with insulated covering.
• Wire crimp-on terminal with the dedicated tool.
• The tool must be suitable for the size of wires.
Use crimp-on terminal for all signal cables.
The specifications of the crimp-on terminal are determined by the nominal cross sectional area of
the power cable.
For the protection system, use MKKDSN series terminals from Phoenix Contact Ltd., and FKC
series terminals from the same company for the contact output line (D) (G), analog input line (E),
contact input line (F), serial communication line (H), analog output line (J), and explosionproof
status line (L) of the electronics section.
For the Ethernet line (L) (M), use twisted pair cables of CAT.5 or CAT.5E or multi-mode optical
fiber of 50/125 μm or 62.5/125 μm.
For these wiring connections, use AI series crimp-on terminal from Phoenix Contact Ltd.
There are four types of crimp-on terminal for respective wire diameters (see Table 2.5).
Peel off the cover of wire by 6 mm for MKKDSN series terminals and 10 mm for FKC series
terminals (maker-recommended values).
CAUTION
• Parts such as the signal line, relay terminal, relay, and power supply to be connected to the
contact input/output shall comply with IEC 61010 or CSA 61010.
• Connect wiring after securing protective grounding.
l External I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L)
Wiring for the cutoff signal must be performed in case the explosionproof requirements are not
satisfied.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar (see Figure 2.24). Remove the cover on the upper right of
the electronics section and perform wiring.
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n Contact output for system alarm 1 (C) and contact output for
annunciator (D)
The wiring locations differ depending on whether the protection system is provided or not.
2
l Wiring to protection system A
Perform wiring to the terminals shown in Figure 2.21.
The MKKDSN series terminals from Phoenix Contact Ltd. are used.
For these wiring connections, use AI series crimp-on terminals from the same company. Check if
the crimp-on terminals meet wire diameters in Table 2.5.
l Wiring to the electronics section (without the protection system)
Perform wiring to the electronics section of the control unit (see Figure 2.24).
FKC series terminals from Phoenix Contact Ltd. are used.
For these wiring connections, use AI series crimp-on terminals from the same company. Check if
the crimp-on terminals meet wire diameters in Table 2.5.
Earth bar
!
CPU card
1
2
3
4
5
6
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
Contact for system alarm 1 (C)
Contact for annunciator (D)
Figure 2.24
n Ethernet (twisted pair) (M) (L)
CAUTION
(M) cable:
Required maximum allowable temperature of the cables depends on the temperature class
of the instrument and the actual ambient temperature. Use cables with maximum allowable
temperature shown in the table below.
Temperature Class
Ambient temp.
Maximum allowable
temperature of cable
Up to 30°C Up to 35°C Up to 40°C
60°C
31 to 36°C 36 to 40°C 41 to 45°C
65°C
37 to 43°C 41 to 45°C 46 to 50°C
70°C
44 to 50°C 46 to 50°C
75°C
T1, T2
T3
T4
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Connect the twisted pair cable of the RJ-45 connector to the CPU card.
The CPU card is labeled “CTRL.CPU”.
1
2
3
4
1
+
+
-
2
*1
24V DC
*1 *2
V+
V-
(L)
24V DC
*1
3
GC
A
USER
A
V+
VGC
B
USER
B
4
(L)
(M)
For dual
(M)
*1
*2
*1
Signal interrupter
K9806AA (rack-mountyed type)
K9806AB (desk-top type)
Connected to the operation panel
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
Figure 2.25
Ethernet (twisted pair cable)
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar shown in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper
right of the electronics section and perform wiring.
n Ethernet (optical fiber) (N)
CAUTION
(N) cable:
Required maximum allowable temperature of the cables depends on the temperature class
of the instrument and the actual ambient temperature. Use cables with maximum allowable
temperature shown in the table below.
Temperature Class
Ambient temp.
Maximum allowable
temperature of cable
Up to 30°C Up to 35°C Up to 40°C
60°C
31 to 36°C 36 to 40°C 41 to 45°C
65°C
37 to 43°C 41 to 45°C 46 to 50°C
70°C
44 to 50°C 46 to 50°C
75°C
T1, T2
T3
T4
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Connect an optical fiber to the media converter shown in Figure 2.26.
2
Media converter
CPU board
Ethernet
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
For dual
(N)
(N)
Figure 2.26
Media converter for SC fiber-optics
/RJ-45 twisted pair
(if needed)
example:
MOXA made P/N: IMC-101-M-SC
Tx
Rx
Tx
Rx
Ethernet (optical fiber)
n Wiring to slots 1 to 5
Perform wiring to slots 1 to 5 for each card.
CAUTION
After the card is removed, return it to its original position. There is a label on the card.
Earth bar
Slot 5
Slot 4
Slot 3
Slot 2
Slot 1
Figure 2.27
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FKC series terminals from Phoenix Contact Ltd. are used.
For these wiring connections, use AI series crimp-on terminals from the same company. Check if
the crimp-on terminals meet wire diameters in Table 2.5.
l Serial communication (1ch) (Code: C) and serial communication (2ch) (Code:
D) (H) (L)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
For 2ch
1 V1 +
2 V1 3 TxD1 +
4 TxD1 5 RxD1 +
6 RxD1 7 V2 +
8 V2 9 TxD2 +
10 TxD2 11 RxD2 +
12 RxD2 -
*1
24V DC
1 V+
2 V-
(L)
(H)
RS-422
11 Rx1 +
12 Rx1 13 Tx1 +
14 Tx1 -
Tx1 + 21
Tx1 - 22
Rx1 + 23
Rx1 - 24
15 Rx2 +
16 Rx2 17 Tx2 +
18 Tx2 -
Tx2 + 25
Tx2 - 26
Rx2 + 27
Rx2 - 28
RS-422
24V DC
(H)
RS-422
*1 *2
*1 Signal interrupter
RS-422
K9806AE
*3
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*3: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
Figure2.28
Wiring for serial communication cards
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*1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
For 2ch
1 V1 +
2 V1 3 TxD1 +
4 TxD1 5 RxD1 +
6 RxD1 7 V2 +
8 V2 9 TxD2 +
10 TxD2 11 RxD2 +
12 RxD2 -
24V DC
5 V+
6 V-
(L)
1 RxD +
2 RxD 3 TxD +
4 TxD -
(H)
RS-422
24V DC
D-sub9 pin
male
RS-232C
D-sub9 pin
male
RS-232C
2
*4
5 V+
6 V-
(L)
1 RxD +
2 RxD 3 TxD +
4 TxD -
(H)
RS-422
*2
*1
*4
Communication converter *3
K9806AS (rack-mounted type)
K9806AT desk-top type)
*2
*1: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
*3: Two communication converters are required for 2ch.
*4: (a) shows cable connection of RS-232C communication.
Please refer to the following for flow control setting.
RS control: None, DR check: YES (Recommended), CD check: None
If the instrument to be connected accepts NULL modem-type connection, wiring (b) is also applicable.
Example: Regular personal computers, “FA-M3” (Yokogawa PLC).
Communication
converter
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Instrument to
be connected
CD
CD
RD
SD
RD
SD
ER
ER
SG
SG
DR
DR
RS
RS
CS
CS
Communication
converter
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
7
7
8
8
Instrument to
be connected
CD
CD
RD
SD
RD
SD
ER
ER
SG
SG
DR
DR
RS
RS
CS
CS
Figure2.29
Cable connector
D-sub 9 pins
(a)
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Conector Shell
Conector Shell
Cable connector
D-sub 9 holes socket (F)
Fixing screw: inch
1
Cable connector
D-sub 9 holes socket (F)
Fixing screw: inch
Cable connector
D-sub 9 pins
(b)
Wiring for serial communication cards
The serial communication card is labeled “COM”.
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper right of the
electronics section and perform wiring.
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l Analog output (system isolation) (Code: 1) and analog output (channel
isolation) (Code: 2) (J)
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
+
+
+
+
-
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
+
+
+
+
-
(J)
AO1
(J)
AO2
(J)
AO3
(J)
AO4
6
7
8
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
(J)
AO5
(J)
AO6
(J)
AO7
(J)
AO8
*1
*1: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
Figure 2.30
Wiring for an analog output card
The analog output card is labeled “AO”.
l Analog input (voltage) (Code: 3) and analog input (current) (Code: 4) (E) (L)
1 V1 +
2 V1 -
*1 *2
*1
24V DC
*1 Signal interrupter K9806AE
(L)
V+
V-
1
2
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
+
+
+
+
-
AI1
AI2
AI3
AI4
(E)
11 1+
12 1-
1+ 21
1- 22
(E)
13 2+
14 2-
2+ 23
2- 24
(E)
15 3+
16 3-
3+ 25
3- 26
(E)
17 4+
18 4-
4+ 27
4- 28
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*3: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
Figure 2.31
*3
Wiring for an analog input card
The analog input card is labeled “AI”.
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper right of the
electronics section and perform wiring.
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l Contact output (AC) (Code: 8) (G) (L)
1 V1 +
2 V1 -
*1
24V DC
*1
(L)
Signal interrupter
K9806AN
V+
V-
2
1
2
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Figure 2.32
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
NO
COM DO1
(G)
NO
COM DO2
(G)
NO
COM DO3
(G)
NO
COM DO4
(G)
NO
COM DO5
(G)
DO1
11 NO
12 COM
NO 31
DO1
COM 32
DO2
13 NO
14 COM
NO 33
DO2
COM 34
DO3
15 NO
16 COM
NO 35
DO3
COM 36
DO4
17 NO
18 COM
NO 37
DO4
COM 38
DO5
21 NO
22 COM
NO 41
DO5
COM 42
*1
*3
*4
*2
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*3: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
*4: The protection ground is connected to Class D ground (less than 100 Ω of
grounding resistance), which is nearset to siganal interrupter.
Wiring for a contact output card
The contact output card is labeled “DO”.
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper right of the
electronics section and perform wiring.
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l Contact output (DC) (Code: 7) (G) (L)
1 V1 +
2 V1 -
*1
24V DC
*1
(L)
Signal interrupter
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V+
V-
1
2
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Figure 2.33
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
DO1
DO2
DO3
DO4
DO5
(G)
(G)
(G)
(G)
(G)
11 NC
DO1 12 COM
13 NO
14 NC
DO2 15 COM
16 NO
21 NC
DO3 22 COM
23 NO
24 NC
DO4 25 COM
26 NO
17 NC
DO5 27 COM
18 NO
NC 31
COM 32
NO 33
NC 34
COM 35
NO 36
NC 41
COM 42
NO 43
NC 44
COM 45
NO 46
NC 37
COM 47
NO 38
DO1
DO2
DO3
DO4
DO5
*1
*2
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*3: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
*3
Wiring for a contact output card
The contact output card is labeled “DO”.
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper right of the
electronics section and perform wiring.
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1
2
3
4
5
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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+
+
+
-
11
12
13
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15
16
17
18
+
+
+
+
-
(F)
DI1
(F)
DI2
2
(F)
DI3
(F)
DI4
6
7
8
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
(F)
DI5
(F)
DI6
(F)
DI7
(F)
DI8
*1
*1: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
Figure 2.34
Wiring for a contact input card
The contact input card is labeled “DI”.
l Contact input/output (AC) (Code: 6) (F) (G) (L)
1 V1 +
2 V1 -
1
2
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
*1
24V DC
NO
COM
DO1
NO
COM
DO2
NO
COM
DO3
*1
(L)
(G)
(G)
(G)
*1
*2
21
22
Signal interrupter
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V+
V-
DO1
11 NO
12 COM
NO 31
DO1
COM 32
DO2
13 NO
14 COM
NO 33
DO2
COM 34
DO3
15 NO
16 COM
NO 35
DO3
COM 36
*4
*3
23
24
25
26
21
22
23
24
25
26
+
+
+
-
DI1
DI2
DI3
*2
Figure 2.35
(F)
(F)
(F)
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*3: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
*4: The protection ground is connected to Class D ground (less than 100 Ω of
grounding resistance), which is nearset to siganal interrupter.
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The contact input/output card is labeled “DIO”.
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper right of the
electronics section and perform wiring.
l Contact input/output (DC) (Code: 5) (F) (G) (L)
1 V1 +
2 V1 -
1
2
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
11
12
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14
15
16
17
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19
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
NC
COM
NO
*1
24V DC
*1
V+
V-
(L)
11 NC
DO1 12 COM
13 NO
14 NC
DO2 15 COM
16 NO
21 NC
DO3 22 COM
23 NO
(G)
DO1
(G)
DO2
(G)
DO3
*1
*2
21
22
Signal interrupter
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NC 31
COM 32 DO1
NO 33
NC 34
COM 35 DO2
NO 36
NC 41
COM 42 DO3
NO 43
*3
23
24
25
26
21
22
23
24
25
26
+
+
+
-
DI1
DI2
DI3
*2
Figure 2.36
(F)
(F)
(F)
*1: This is not used for FM-Y, CSA-Y.
*2: The ground wire is connected to the earth bar.
*3: The ground wire is connected to the earth terminal on site.
Wiring for a contact input/output card
The contact input/output card is labeled “DIO”.
The external I/O cutoff output (power cutoff signal) (L) is also wired.
The shield is grounded at the earth bar in Figure 2.24. Remove the cover on the upper right of the
electronics section and perform wiring.
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3.1
Checking the pressure in the pressurized
enclosure
3.1.1
How to check the Status Indication of the Protection
System
The LED (Green) of "POWER" is turned ON and the LED (Red) of "ALARM" is turned OFF when
the pressure of the electronics section is in the normal condition. See Figure.3.1.
The pressurized enclosure is divided into "Electronics section", “Isothermal oven”, and
“programmed-temperature oven”. How to check the pressure in each enclosure is as follows.
WARNING
When the cover of the protection system is uninstalled, use a gas detector to check that the
concentration of explosive gases in the ambient atmosphere is less than the allowable limit.
The status of the protection system can be checked with the LEDs as shown in Figure 3.1.
The meaning of each LED is written on the status display.
POWER:
ON when power is supplied to the protection system
PRESSURE:
ON when the specified internal pressure is applied to the electronics
section. This LED is ON in the normal condition. If the internal pressure
becomes low, it turns off.
PURGING:
ON when purging the electronics section. After purging, it turns off.
When power is supplied and “PRESSURE” LED is on, this LED turns ON
and purging begins.
After the electronics section is purged for 21 ± 3 min, the LED turns off
and power is supplied to the electronics section.
The LED is OFF in the normal condition after purging.
If purging ends incompletely, the status of purging is reset and purging
begins again.
OVERRIDE:
ON when the override function is activated.
,
If the internal pressure in the isothermal oven becomes low, the following alarms appear on the
operation panel.
Top isothermal oven:
Alarm for low internal pressure No. 112 “OVEN1 PRESS DOWN”
Middle isothermal oven or programmed-temperature oven:
Alarm for low internal pressure No. 113 “OVEN2 PRESS DOWN”
Bottom isothermal oven: Alarm for low internal pressure No. 114 “OVEN3 PRESS DOWN”
Alarms are displayed on the “ASET” PC software for the specification without the operation panel
on GC8000.
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Protection system
(Explosionproof
/ Flameproof enclosure)
Cover
Override switch
Light sensor
OVERRIDE
SWITCH
LABEL
POWER
PRESSURE
PURGING
OVERRIDE
Status Display
OVERRIDE LED (Yellow)
PURGING LED (Red)
PRESSURE LED (Green)
Door of electronic section
POWER LED (Yellow)
Operating Display
Electronics section (Pressurized enclosure)
Cover of electronic section
TIIS,
FM-X, CSA-X,
ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI
Door of isothermal oven
LED (Green) of "POWER"
LED (Red) of "ALARM"
LED (Green) of analysis "RUN"
POWER ALARM
RUN
Electronic section
(Pressurized enclosure)
FM-Y, CSA-Y
Figure 3.1
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n Screen Layout
The display screen consists of three display areas:
(A) Caption banner:
(B) Navigation bar:
Shows various items of information on the GC-HMI.
Displays controls to change to different screens on the contents
area, and content types.
Displays operations and status of the GC8000.
(C) Contents area:
(A) Caption banner
(C) Contents area
(B) Navigation bar
Figure 3.2
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Screen Layout
(A) Caption banner
This banner shows various items of information on the GC-HMI. It is displayed on almost all
screens.
(6)
(1)
Figure 3.3
(2) (3)
(4)
(5) (7)
(8)
(9)
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Table 3.1
Items Displayed on the Caption Banner
Symbol
Item
(1) Date/time
(2)
(3)
Description
Displays the current date and time (year, month, day, hour, minute) of the GC8000.
This item is hidden when the EtherLCD is connected.
Type of
Indicates the type of the currently connected GC8000.
connected
Currently connected to the GC8000 equipped with the GC-HMI being operated on.
analyzer
(Note: This icon is also displayed when no analyzer is connected.)
Currently connected to any other GC8000.
Overall alarm Indicates an overall alarm.
No alarm
Level-1 alarm (blinking)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Level-2 alarm (blinking)
Tag name of Indicates the tag name of the currently connected GC8000. The name may be up to 16
GC8000
ASCII characters long.
The tag name and analyzer number of the CG8000 are indicated while the GC8000 is
connected.
This item is hidden when no connection is made.
Active GCM Indicates the active GCM number (GCM1 to GCM6).
number
This item is hidden when no connection is made.
Analyzer
Indicates the current operating status of the analyzer. This item is hidden when no
status
connection is made.
Manual
Process
Operating
Indicates the current operating mode. This item is hidden when no connection is made.
mode
Run
Pause
Stop
DB changed Indicates that the initial database of the GC-HMI is different from the one set on the
GC8000. (The indication blinks.)
This item disappears when initial DB reload described in section 4.1.3 is executed.
User level
Indicates the user level (A, B, C, or C+).
This item is hidden when the EtherLCD is connected.
(B) Navigation bar
The navigation bar allows for navigation between different screens.
(2)
Figure 3.4
(4)
(6)
(5)
(7)
(3)
(1)
(8)
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Navigation Bar
Symbol
Description
(1) Navigates to the setting screen.
(2) Navigates to the analyzer overview screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(3) Navigates to the analyzer map screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(4) Navigates to the analyzer operation screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(5) Navigates to the chromatogram screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(6) Navigates to the analysis result screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(7) Navigates to the alarm screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(8) Navigates to the help screen.
Provides a description of the icons displayed on the
currently selected screen: one of (1) to (7).
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Reference
4.1 Setting Screen
4.2 Analyzer Overview Screen
4.3 Analyzer Map Screen
4.4 Analyzer Operation Screen
4.5 Chromatogram Screen
4.6 Analysis Result Screen
4.7 Alarm Screen
4.8 Help Screen
How to Check the Temperature at Each Part
(1) When the icon (4) on the navigation bar is pressed (see Figure 3.4), the analyzer operation
screen is displayed.
(2) The SYS tab with the oven to be checked is selected.
Tab
Oven information
display area
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(3) The temperature information can be checked. Refer to figure 3.6.
Detector information
Pressure information
Temperature information
(only with EPC)
Temperature controller
Pressure display information
information
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Example of Oven Information Display Area
(4) When
is pressed, the set temperature, present temperature, and heater ON/OFF
status of the isothermal oven (or programmed-temperature oven), LSV, and FPD, are
indicated.
Figure 3.7
3.1.4
How to Check the Operating Status of the Detector
(1) The SYS tab with the detector to be checked is selected.
(2) The detector information can be checked. Refer to figure 3.6.
(3) When
Input signal:
is pressed, the following information are indicated
The analog signal from the detector, which has been sampled every 40
msec, converted to digital values, and then averaged by the given sample
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Filtered signal:
Input signal, which has been filtered using the filter constant set as a
detector signal parameter
Standard deviation of signal: Standard deviation of input signal for the past 20 inputs
Applied voltage:
Bridge voltage of TCD (for TCD only)
Current: Bridge current of TCD (for TCD only)
Flame detection level: Set value of flame detection level (FID, FID-MC, FPD)
Thermocouple signal: Thermocouple signal (FID, FID-MC, FPD)
Flame detection status:
Flame detection status (now burning/burning stopped) (FID, FIDMC, FPD)
Methanizer voltage: Voltage of methanizer (for FID-MC only)
Figure 3.8
3.1.5
How to Measure/Set the Pressure and Flow Rate of
Various Gases
The GC8000 uses gases such as a carrier gas, combustion gas for FID/FPD, and combustion air
for FID/FPD.
Normal analysis cannot be expected unless the specified value is set for each gas.
While measuring the flow rate in a way described below, set the values according to the
“Operation Data.”
The pressure of each gas can be checked by pressure gauges on the Flow Control unit.
The flow rate of each gas can be checked by the flow meter and adjusted by the pressure
regulator or restrictor.
With EPC (Electric Pressure Controller)
(1) The SYS tab with the EPC to be checked is selected.
(2) The pressure information can be checked. Refer to figure 3.6.
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(3) When
is pressed, the set pressure, present pressure, and EPC ON/OFF status of the
Carrier n-n-1 to n-4 and Utility n-1 to n-4 are indicated.
Figure 3.9
NOTE
Measure the pressure and flow rate of each gas after the temperatures of the isothermal oven
(or programmed-temperature oven) have fully stabilized. If the temperature is low, the pressure
is likely to be higher. The time required for the temperature to stabilize depends on the set
temperature: the isothermal oven (or programmed-temperature oven) with the temperature
of below 146°C requires 2 to 4 hours, and the one with the temperature of at or above 146°C
requires 4 to 8 hours. For the FID or FPD detector, the “Therm signal” on the Detector Status
screen becomes 0 mV after the temperature of the isothermal oven (or programmed-temperature
oven) has stabilized (see Figure 3.8). See Section 3.1.4, “How to Check the Operating Status of
the Detector”.
For the FID and FPD, a carrier gas, combustion gas, and combustion air are discharged together
from the DET vent. Therefore, before measurement close the primary valves of cylinders of
gases that are not to be measured. For the FID and FPD, supplying the gas may simply result
in natural ignition. In the Flame on status, condensation forms on the vent line and the “Therm
signal” on the Detector Status screen indicates 2 to 6 mV. Measure the gas flow rate under the
condition that the “Therm signal” is 0 mV.
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How to Check the Analysis Result
When the icon (6) on the navigation bar is pressed (see Figure 3.4), the analysis result screen is
displayed.
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Figure 3.10
Example of Analysis Result Screen
The display screen consists of the following screens:
Analysis result screen
Concentration analysis history screen
Retention time history screen
Calibration factor history screen
The above screens are displayed by pressing the corresponding buttons located in the lower left
of the screen:
Concentration analysis history
Analysis result
Figure 3.11
Calibration factor history
Retention time history
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n Analysis Result Screen
Screen components are as shown below.
Data display
The analysis result screen Analysis result
is currently displayed.
data selector
Figure 3.12
Auto update
ON/OFF
SYS change tab
Table scroll button
Display-item selector
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Analysis Result Screen Layout
SYS change tab:
Selects the SYS assigned to the active GCM and displays the
analysis results on the SYS tab.
Table scroll button:
Scrolls through the display area.
Auto update ON/OFF:
When the auto update function is ON, the on-screen data is
automatically updated with the latest data when the measurement
finishes. When the auto update function is OFF, data update does
not occur.
Analysis result data selector: Allows for displaying past data. A dialog appears for selecting
the start time of the analysis to be displayed. See (A) Selecting
analysis result data.
Display-item selector:
A dialog appears, allowing to select which items to display in the
data columns. See (B) Selecting display items.
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(A) Selecting analysis result data
To select the data to be displayed, select the year/month/day, hour, and time from the dialog
below.
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Figure 3.13
(B) Selecting display items
In the dialog below, select the items to be displayed as analysis result data, by adding a check
mark.
Figure 3.14
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n Concentration Analysis History Screen, Retention Time History
Screen, and Calibration Factor History Screen
A common screen layout is used for the concentration analysis history screen, retention time
history screen, and calibration factor history screen.
These screens display the changes over time of concentration analysis data, retention time data,
and calibration factor data, respectively, as measured by the active GCM.
Each screen can contain up to 999 peaks. The maximum displayable number of analysis clock
times is limited to 250 for concentration analysis history and retention time history, and to 100 for
calibration factor history.
Screen components are as shown below.
Data display
GCM/SYS change tabs
Table scroll button
History data selector
In this condition,
Auto update Graph display Graph setup
concentration analysis history is displayed
ON/OFF
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History Screen Layout
GCM/SYS change tabs:
Table scroll button:
Auto update ON/OFF:
Graph setup:
Graph display:
Either the whole of active GCM, or the SYS assigned to the active
GCM, can be selected, so that the history data is displayed on the
SYS tab.
Scrolls through the display area.
When auto update is ON, the on-screen data is automatically
updated with the latest data when the measurement finishes.
When auto update is OFF, data update does not occur.
Sets up a graph of the data to be displayed.
Displays the graph configured with the graph setup function.
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How to Check the Alarm
There are three levels of alarms for the GC8000. These three levels are explained below. For
details, refer to Section 7.1 "Alarm Message".
l Level 1:
An alarm if a system or hardware failure occurs. Once the alarm is generated, the alarm status
will be held until the alarm is reset.If a level-1 alarm is generated during the Run mode, the
operation mode changes to Stop after an ongoing measurement has been completed.
l Level 2:
An alarm if a failure in the measurement conditions occurs. Once the alarm is generated, the
alarm status will be held until the alarm is reset. The analysis is ongoing.
l Component:
An alarm if a measurement result such as concentration and retention time becomes out of the
specified range. Once the alarm is generated, the alarm status will be held until the alarm is
reset. The analysis is ongoing.
l Level 3:
An alarm for signalling a minor error besides level-1 and level-2 alarms or for information. The
alarm status is not be held.
When the ALARM key is pressed, the Alarm Status screen (Figure 1.17) appears.
Press this icon.
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Figure 3.16
Example of Alarm Screen
The alarm screen consists of the following screens:
Alarm status screen
Alarm history screen
Alarm details screen
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n Alarm Status Screen
Screen components are as shown below.
GCM tab
Alarm details
Alarm status
Table scroll button
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Figure 3.17
Pressing the alarm status button on the lower left of the screen causes a transition to the alarm
status screen.
This screen displays the alarms which are current with the GC8000, either for all GCMs or for
each GCM.
Pressing the table scroll button causes scrolling through the table display area.
Pressing the alarm details button displays the alarm details screen. See 4.7.3 Alarm Details.
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n Alarm History Screen
Screen components are as shown below.
GCM tab
Alarm details
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Alarm history
Table scroll button
Clear alarm history
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Figure 3.18
Pressing the alarm history button on the lower left of the screen causes a transition to the alarm
history screen.
This screen displays a history of alarms which occurred with the GC8000 until the alarm display
is requested, either for all GCMs or for each GCM.
Pressing the table scroll button causes scrolling through table display area.
Pressing the clear alarm history button erases the alarm history. This operation is available if the
user level is set to B or higher.
Pressing the alarm details button displays the alarm details screen. See Alarm Details.
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The alarm details screen displays details of alarms.
Figure 3.19
3.1.8
How to Check the Chromatogram
When the icon (5) on the navigation bar is pressed (see Figure 3.4), the Chromatogram screen is
displayed.
Press this icon.
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Example of Chromatogram Screen
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n Screen description
Screen components are as shown below.
Legend display
Zoomed view
Whole chromatogram
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Pen
selector
Snapshot
Clear
snapshot
Detail
settings
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Figure 3.21
Chromatogram Screen Layout
Legend display:
Indicates pen color, chromatogram type, and detector number.
Whole chromatogram display area:
Displays the whole chromatogram, including portions which are not
shown in the zoomed view.
Pen selector:
Configures the graph to be displayed. See 4.5.1 Pen Selector.
Snapshot:
Records the magnification and position of zoomed view. See 4.5.2
Snapshot.
Detail settings:
Provides detail settings of the chromatogram screen. See 4.5.3 Detail
Settings.
Zoomed view area: Displays a zoomed view of a selected part of the chromatogram. The
chromatogram includes gate mark, peak mark, peak number, as well
as the temperature and pressure data for the chromatogram. See 4.5.4
Zoomed View.
3.2 Startup
3.2.1
Preparation and check before the power is supplied
Prepare and confirm the following items before the power is supplied.
For the status of installation, wiring, piping, and the setting of operation conditions, see Chapter 2
Installation, Piping, and Wiring, the Delivery specifications, and the Operation data.
(1) Checking the status of installation
Confirm that the main body and the external sampling unit satisfy the requirements of Chapter 2
Installation, Piping, and Wiring. Confirm that there is no damage during transportation.
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(2) Preparation and check of accessory equipment
Check accessory equipment required for operation, such as gas cylinders (carrier gas,
combustion hydrogen or makeup gas, and standard gas), air, and steam. When the fill pressure
of carrier gas, combustion hydrogen or makeup gas is 1 MPa or less, or that of standard gas is
5% or less of the maximum value, prepare a new cylinder.
Confirm that utilities such as gases and protective gas (instrumental air) satisfy the requirements
in the Delivery specifications.
(3) Checking external piping
• Connect a pipe after having let air flow through it (air purge) to confirm that there is no stain
in it.
• Confirm that the material and bore diameter of a pipe are equal to those described in the
Installation manual.
• Confirm that all piping is equal to that described in the Operation data.
• Use leak detecting liquid (such as Snoop manufactured by Swagelok) to confirm that there
is no leak from joints after piping.
• Before heating a sample with steam, confirm that steam piping and thermal insulation have
been attached properly to the sample piping.
IMPORTANT
Do not use a pipe or joint possibly stained with oil. Since stain such as metal powder may adhere
in a pipe just after constructed, purge it thoroughly with air, etc. before connecting it to GC8000.
The main body may be filled with gas to protect columns. When leaving the startup work up to
service persons, do not remove the sealing plug from the main body.
(4) Checking the status of wiring
Confirm that power supply wiring, signal wiring, and earth wiring have been connected properly in
reference to the terminal wiring chart in the Delivery specifications and Operation data.
WARNING
Always use attached cable packing fittings at the wiring work of the TIIS explosionproof
specification.
The use of fittings other than attached cable packing fittings does not satisfy the TIIS
explosionproof specification.
IMPORTANT
During wiring work, take enough care to prevent a cable from touching a part (such as a relay) in
the equipment to cause damage to it.
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CAUTION
If the sealing at the inlet of a cable is not proper, the internal pressure of the pressurized
enclosure does not rise and the power is not supplied to the electronics section.
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(5) Mounting columns
The equipment is shipped with a megabore column and capillary column removed to avoid
damage during transportation.
Mount a column delivered as an accessory. When mounting a column, do correct wiring in
reference to the Operation data.
Use leak detecting liquid (such as Snoop manufactured by Swagelok) to confirm that there is no
leak from joints of the carrier gas line after carrier gas has been supplied.
(6) Checking the inside
Confirm that there is no loosening of piping, dropping-out of connectors, and loosening of screws
in the main body.
(7) Supplying air
Start the supply of instrument air.
IMPORTANT
Confirm that the supply pressure is equal to the value described in the Specifications. If the
supply pressure is low, the internal pressure of the pressurized enclosure does not rise and the
power is not supplied to the electronics section.
(8) Supplying steam
Start the supply of steam if steam is used at the sample process section. Confirm that the steam
pressure is equal to the value described in the Specifications.
(9) Supplying gases
Start the supply of gases (carrier gas, combustion hydrogen for FID or FPD, etc.)
Confirm that the supply pressure is equal to the value described in the Specifications. After the
indications of the pressure gauge, flow rate, and the temperature of the isothermal oven (or
programmed-temperature oven) of GC8000 have become stable, confirm that they are equal to
the values described in the Operation data.
NOTE
While the power supply is cut, the supply of hydrogen gas into the isothermal oven (or
programmed-temperature oven) is stopped according to the explosionproof standard. To supply
hydrogen gas, it is necessary to turn on the hydrogen limiting unit on the analyzer operation
screen after the power has been supplied.
Multiple hydrogen limiting units can be used depending on the specifications.
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IMPORTANT
Since a pressure of higher than 1 MPa may damage GC8000, follow the procedure below when
supplying gas from a cylinder:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
3.2.2
Shut the regulator of the cylinder.
Confirm that the secondary pressure of the regulator is zero.
Open the main valve of the cylinder gradually.
Set the secondary pressure of the regulator to 700 kPa.
For hydrogen gas, set the secondary pressure of the regulator to 500 kPa. The
explosionproof standard requires the supply pressure of hydrogen gas to be 500 kPa.
Power supply
Follow the procedure below when supplying the power.
l FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI, TIIS
(1) Power is supplied to the protection system (flameproof enclosure).
(2) Protective gas (instrumental air) is supplied to the protective gas (instrumental air) inlet.
(3) When the internal pressure in the electronics section, which is both the control unit and oven
unit, exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to the electronics section begins.
(4) After 21 ±3 minutes purging, power is applied to the electronics section both of the control
unit and oven unit. On the other hand, it does not be applied to the heater and detector in
the oven yet.
(5) When the internal pressure in the oven unit exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to the oven unit
begins.
(6) After the purging time as follows, power is applied to the heater and detector in the oven.
The purging time depends on the flameproof certifications.
FM, CSA, TIIS:
9 ±2.5 minutes
ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI: 11 ±3 minutes
l FM-Y, CSA-Y
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Protective gas (instrumental air) is supplied to the protective gas (instrumental air) inlet.
The pressure value is checked if it is indicated the specified one at the pressure gauge.
Power is supplied to the electronics section of the control unit.
When the internal pressure in the electronics section, which is both the control unit and oven
unit, exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to the electronics section begins.
(5) After 21 ±3 minutes purging, power is applied to the electronics section both of the control
unit and oven unit. On the other hand, it does not be applied to the heater and detector in
the oven yet.
(6) When the internal pressure in the oven unit exceeds 392 (Pa), purging to the oven unit
begins.
(7) After 9 ±2.5 minutes the purging, power is applied to the heater and detector in the oven.
IMPORTANT
Confirm as daily inspection that the pressure gauge of the electronics section in the pressure
control section indicates the specified pressure.
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3.2.3
Operation after supplying power
This section describes preparatory work before measuring process or standard samples.
(1) Setting day and hour
Since GC8000* (in TIIS explosionproof specification) does not keep the day/hour settings,
always set the day and hour after supplying power.
l Setting hour
The setting procedure is as follows:
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Press the
Press EtherLCD in the General setting.
Set the passward.
Press Table and select the System setting.
Enter the day and hour and press Set/Ent key.
Press the key Close EtherLCD.
(2) Checking the set values
The set values are described in the Operation data. Confirm that all items are equal to the values
described in the Operation data.
l Checking the set values
The procedure for confirming the set values is as follows:
(1) Change the user level.
(2) Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
(3) Open the GCM tab.
in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Press the
Press EtherLCD in the General setting.
Set the passward.
Press Table. The set values are described along the items on the Table menu screen.
Confirm that all items are set as described in the Operation data.
(8) Press the key Close EtherLCD.
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
NOTE
When a set value has been changed, load the initial database again to make the set information
of GC-HMI agree with that of GC8000.
l Procedure to make the set information of GC-HMI agree with that of GC8000
The procedure to make the set information of GC-HMI agree with that of GC8000 is as follows:
(1) Change the user level.
in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
(2) Press the
(3) Press the Initial DB reload of GC8000 and the message “Do you execute the Initial DB
reload?” appears on the screen, and then press Yes.
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(3) On/Off operation of the hydrogen limiting unit
The procedure to supply hydrogen gas into the isothermal oven is as follows:
l Turning on the hydrogen limiting unit
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual.
Press GCM DET Control in the GCM tab.
Press ON/OFF under HL* and the message “Turn on” appears on the screen, and then
press Yes. Press ON/OFF again to turn it off.
(4) Start/Stop operation of the temperature control
The temperature control of isothermal oven, LSV, and FPD are off even after the power is
supplied. However, the temperature control is turned on automatically after the power-on if the
Automatic operation setting of the System setting has been set to Yes.
The procedure to operate the temperature control is as follow:
l Starting the temperature control
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual.
Press the Temperature controller operation in the SYS tab.
Press ON/OFF of the temperature controller to be started and the message “Turn on”
appears on the screen, and then press Yes. Press ON/OFF again to turn it off.
(5) Additional tightening of LSV
Tighten LSV additionally by 1/8 turn with an LSV hook spanner wrench after the temperature of
the isothermal oven has become stable.
(6) Supplying combustion hydrogen or makeup gas and combustion air
This applies to FID, FID with a methanizer, or FPD.
Start the supply of combustion hydrogen or makeup gas and combustion air. Set the pressure
according to 1.5 Methods of Measuring and Setting the Pressure and Flow Rate of Gases. Finally
decide on pressure and flow rate after the temperature of the isothermal oven has become
stable.
NOTE
While the power supply is cut, the supply of hydrogen gas into the isothermal oven (or
programmed-temperature oven) is stopped according to the explosionproof standard.
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IMPORTANT
Since a pressure of higher than 1 MPa may damage GC8000, follow the procedure below when
supplying gas from a cylinder:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Shut the regulator of the cylinder.
Confirm that the secondary pressure of the regulator is zero.
Open the main valve of the cylinder gradually.
Set the secondary pressure of the regulator to 700 kPa.
For hydrogen gas, set the secondary pressure of the regulator to 500 kPa. The
explosionproof standard requires the supply pressure of hydrogen gas to be 500 kPa.
When using instrument air as combustion air, set the supply pressure 100 kPa higher than the set
pressure of combustion air described in the Operation data.
(7) Confirming flow rate of various gases
Confirm that the flow rates of various gases are equal to the values described in the Operation
data.
3.2.4
On/Off operation of detectors
The detectors of GC8000 are off even after when the power is supplied. However, TCD and/or
FID is turned on automatically after the power-on if the Automatic operation setting of the System
setting (Figuere 5.52) has been set to Yes.
The On/Off operation differs for each detector. The On/Off operation method and notes for each
detector are as follows:
Only TCD can be turned off. FID and FPD stop combustion and are turned off only when the
supply of combustion hydrogen or combustion air is cut while the alarms of DET1-1 FRAME
OUT, DET1-2 FRAME OUT, DET2-1 FRAME OUT, DET2-2 FRAME OUT, DET3-1 FRAME OUT,
and DET3-2 FRAME OUT are raised.
When using hydrogen as carrier gas, turn on the hydrogen limiting unit and then turn on the
detector. The indication of input signals, filtered signals, and standard deviation of signals of the
detector is updated only when the operation mode is Run or Manual run status.
(1) TCD
When TCD is turned on with air filled in the carrier gas line, the filament of TCD may burn out.
Continue to let carrier gas flow for at least 10 minutes before turning on TCD. The output of TCD
does not become stable until the temperature becomes stable (the baseline drifts). Do normal
operation and calibration after at least 12 hours have elapsed after TCD was turned on.
Procedure
(1) Confirm that the temperature of the isothermal oven has become stable.
(2) Check the temperatures on the Oven information display section in the User level SYS tab.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Set the operation mode to Manual in the GCM tab.
Press GCM Det Control in the GCM tab.
Press ON/OFF under TCD.
The message “Turn on” appears on the screen, and then press Yes.
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(2) FID and FID with a methanizer
Turn on (ignite) FID after the temperature of the isothermal oven has become substantially
stable. Depending on the set temperature, it takes 2 to 4 hours for the temperature to become
stable when the temperature of the isothermal oven is 145°C or less and 4 to 8 hours when the
temperature of the isothermal oven is higher than 146°C. After the temperature of the isothermal
oven has become stable, the Thermocouple signal on the Detector signal screen becomes
0 mV. After the power has been supplied, the temperature of the isothermal oven rises, and
the Thermocouple signal changes from 0 mV → –3 to –2 mV → 0 mV until the temperature
becomes stable. When FID is turned on (ignition) at the Thermocouple signal of –3 to –2 mV,
the Thermocouple signal does not exceed the Flame detection signal level and remains at the
Combustion stop though combustion occurs, and the alarms of DET1-1 FRAME OUT, DET1-2
FRAME OUT, DET2-1 FRAME OUT, DET2-2 FRAME OUT, DET3-1 FRAME OUT, and DET3-2
FRAME OUT are risen.
FID is ignited with a platinum coil. Only the supply of carrier gas, combustion hydrogen or
makeup gas, and combustion air may cause self-ignition by catalysis of the platinum coil. Selfignition can be detected by water drops attached to the vent line. When FID is turned on under
self-ignition, peaks may not appear on the chromatogram and only the baseline may be output.
When self-ignition occurred, turn on FID after having set the Flame detection level in the Detector
signal setting to the value of the Thermocouple signal +0.5 mV. The procedure to turn on FID is
as follows:
(1) Confirm that the temperature of the isothermal oven has become stable.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Check the temperatures on the Oven information display section in the User level SYS tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual in the GCM tab.
Press GCM Det Control in the GCM tab.
Confirm that the Thermocouple signal of FID is 0 ± 0.1 mV.
Press ON/OFF under FID.
The message “Turn on” appears on the screen, and then press Yes.
CAUTION
When self-ignition occurred (the Thermocouple signal becomes higher than 2 to 3 mV), turn on
FID after having set the Flame detection level to the value of the Thermocouple signal +0.5 mV.
(9) The indication remains OFF until FID becomes Combustion. When ignition failed, the
alarms of DET1-1 FRAME OUT, DET1-2 FRAME OUT, DET2-1 FRAME OUT, DET2-2
FRAME OUT, DET3-1 FRAME OUT, and DET3-2 FRAME OUT are raised. In this case,
restart the procedure from the beginning.
(10) When FID becomes Combustion, the indication changes from OFF → ON.
(3) FPD
Turn on (ignite) FPD after the temperature of the isothermal oven has become substantially
stable. It takes 2 to 4 hours for the temperature to become stable (the maximum temperature of
the isothermal oven is 145°C). After the temperature of the isothermal oven has become stable,
the Thermocouple signal on the Detector signal screen (see Figure 3.8) becomes 0 mV. After the
power is supplied, the temperature of the isothermal oven rises, and the Thermocouple signal
changes from 0 mV → –3 to –2 mV → 0 mV until the temperature becomes stable. When FPD is
turned on (ignition) at the Thermocouple signal of –3 to –2 mV, the Thermocouple signal does not
exceed the Flame detection signal level and remains at the Combustion stop though combustion
occurs, and the alarms of DET1-1 FRAME OUT, DET2-1 FRAME OUT, and DET3-1 FRAME
OUT are risen.
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FPD is ignited with a platinum coil. Only the supply of carrier gas, combustion hydrogen, and
combustion air may cause self-ignition by catalysis of the platinum coil. Self-ignition can be
detected by water drops attached to the vent line. When FPD is turned on under self-ignition,
peaks may not appear on the chromatogram and only the baseline may be output. When selfignition occurred, turn on FPD after changing the Flame detection level in the Detector signal
setting. The procedure to turn on FPD is as follows:
(1) Confirm that the temperature of the isothermal oven has become stable.
(2) Set the pressure of combustion air to twice as large as the value described in the Operating
condition setting in the Operation data.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Check the temperatures on the Oven information display section in the User level SYS tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual in the GCM tab.
Press GCM Det Control in the GCM tab.
Confirm that the Thermocouple signal on the Detector signal screen (see Figure 3.8) is
0±0.1 mV.
(8) Press ON/OFF under FPD.
(9) The message “Turn on” appears on the screen, and then press Yes.
CAUTION
When self-ignition occurred (the Thermocouple signal becomes higher than 2 to 3 mV), set the
Flame detection level to the value of the Thermocouple signal +0.5 mV.
(10) The indication remains OFF until FPD becomes Combustion. When ignition failed, the
alarms of DET1-1 FRAME OUT, DET2-1 FRAME OUT, and DET3-1 FRAME OUT are
raised. In this case, restart the procedure from the beginning.
(11) When FPD becomes Combustion, the indication changes from OFF → ON.
(12) Return the Flame detection level to the value described in the Operating condition setting in
the Operation data.
(13) After one minute has elapsed after FPD became Combustion, return the pressure of
combustion air to the value described in the Operating condition setting in the Operation
data.
(4) Checking the baseline
To confirm that the detector operates normally, press the
(CHROM) in the navigation bar
on the analyzer operation screen and display the baseline on the Chromatogram screen and
compare it with the chromatogram in the Operation data. If the signal level and noise of the
baseline significantly differ from those of the chromatogram in the Operation data, there may be
something wrong with the detector, detector card, or wiring.
3.2.5
Measuring the standard sample (gas or liquid)
CAUTION
Always measure the standard sample after installation to confirm that nonconformity has not
occurred with equipment by transportation, installation work, or others. The measurement result
at the factory is attached to the Operation data; compare it with the measurement result of the
standard sample.
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(1) Connecting a standard gas cylinder or standard liquid pump
Connect a standard gas cylinder or a standard liquid pump to the standard sample line. If there
are two or more streams of the standard sample line, connect a standard gas cylinder properly
according to the Stream setting and Individual peak setting in the Operation data. When a smallsized standard liquid pump is connected to the standard sample line, the capacity of the standard
liquid may become short. In such a case, remove the joint of the pipe connecting the sample
process section with the isothermal oven (or programmed-temperature oven) and connect a
standard liquid pump.
(2) Substituting the standard sample line
Measure the standard sample after thoroughly substituting the sample stream according to the
following procedure:
l The automatic stream valve
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual.
Press GCM VLV Control in the GCM tab.
Press ON/OFF under Str VLV.
Confirm that all stream valves are closed.
Select the number of the valve to be operated and press OK.
The message “Turn on the stream valve number *” appears on the screen, and then press
Yes.
(10) The stream valve switches.
(11) Control the throttle valve of the sample process section, let the standard sample flow and
substitute the standard sample line.
(12) After the substitution of the standard sample is finished, operate the stream valve again and
turn it off.
l The manual stream valve
(1) Confirm that all stream valves are closed.
(2) Open the stream valve of the sample process section manually.
(3) Control the throttle valve of the sample process section, let the standard sample flow and
substitute the standard sample line.
(4) After the substitution of the standard sample is finished, operate the stream valve again and
turn it off.
(3) Measuring the standard sample
Measure the standard sample according to the following procedure. When the operation mode is
other than Stop, follow the following procedure after changing the operation mode to Stop:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Check the temperatures on the Oven information display section in the User level SYS tab.
Set the operation mode to Process in the GCM tab.
Press the Stream specification.
Press the Stream specification of the standard sample.
Select the Stream number, enter any number in the Repetition number of times, and press
OK.
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(7) Press Run. The operation mode becomes Run and the measurement of the standard
sample starts.
(8) Press Stop. After the present measurement is finished, the operation mode becomes Stop
and the measurement of the standard sample stops.
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Figure 3.22
Stream specification screen
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Calibration
Although calibration with the standard sample is conducted at the factory, it is recommended to
conduct calibration with the standard sample at startup. After the start of continuous operation of
process measurement, it is recommended to conduct calibration once a month to a half year.
(1) Type of calibration method
For a method of calculating concentration from the area or height obtained in the chromatogram,
see the Appendix E Mechanism of Calculation. A method of calculating concentration differs
depending on the Process specification in the Individual peak setting.
When the Process specification is the External third (external standard), conduct calibration with
the standard sample. The following are the equation of concentration by External third:
C = RK (α Si / Sb) (A (αSi / Sb) 2 + B (αSi / Sb) + 1)
C: concentration
α:
calibration factor
Sb:
reference area or height
Si:
measured area or height
R:
measuring range
K:
factor
A: factor
B: factor
If the area or height is confirmed to be proportional to the concentration, the following equation
applies:
K=1, A=0, and B=0
C = RαSi / Sb
If the user want to calculate concentration and enter the calibration value by yourself, first obtain
the calibration factor or the reference area (height) by using the area (height) measured with the
standard sample and the above equation, and then enter the value in the Peak Setup-Specific
screen (Figure 3.23). You can also enter the value in the Peak Setup-Specific screen (Figure
5.79). For more information about the entering method, see the Individual peak specification by
EtherLCD.
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Peak Setup-Specific (1/5)
Stream #1
Peak #1
Using/Assigned peak num
1/10
> - Process (Type)
Peak
- Process (Detail)
External 3rd
- Name
PK1-1
- Execution
Excuted
- Synchronize to
#00 #000
- Output flag
Provided (31001)
- Range number
**
- Auto gain value
0
Menu Copy1 Copy2 Atm
Strm# Peak#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 3.23
Example of calibration peak setting screen
GC8000 has two automatic calibration methods. Both automatically change the Reference area
or the Calibration factor based on a set value in the Calibration factor range in the Common peak
setting (Figure 3.24).
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Peak Setup-General
GCM #1
> - Conc calc req
Standard
- Det slope ratio
1.00
- Calib range
0.500
- Calib repeat range 2.000
- Calib coef range
4.000
- #1 Tickmark setup None
- #2 Tickmark setup None
- Peak detect err set Executed
3
Menu Gate
F1
F2
Figure 3.24
Valve
Atm
DO
GCM#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of Common peak setting screen
l The method of changing the Reference area
Setting the Calibration factor range to 0 changes the Calibration factor in the Peak SetupSpecific screen (Figure 3.23) to 1 after the calibration and also changes the Reference area to
the value obtained by calculation. In this method, values are changed regardless of the value of
the Reference area obtained, so the automatic calibration finishes normally and the calibration
value is updated even if the measurement result of the standard sample is abnormal. Therefore,
from the set values of the Calibration range and the Calibration repetition range, decide by the
following method if the calibration result should be reflected.
When the Calibration range has been set to α and the measurement result of the standard
sample is out of the Reference concentration ± the Measuring range × α, an alarm message
appears and the calibration result is not reflected.
When the Calibration repetition range has been set to α and the variation coefficient obtained
from n times of measurement results of the standard sample is larger than α, an alarm message
appears and the calibration result is not reflected. A variation coefficient is a value obtained by
the division of a standard deviation by a measuring range. For the equation, see the Appendix E
Calculation.
This method is not suitable for the history management of calibration. A method of changing the
Calibration factor, described below, is recommended to normal calibration.
At the factory, calibration has been conducted according to the method of changing the
Reference area.
l The method of changing the Calibration factor
Setting the Calibration factor range to other than 0 does not change the Reference area in
the Peak Setup-Specific screen (Figure 3.23) but changes the Calibration factor to the value
obtained by calculation.
In this method, decide by the following method if the calibration result should be reflected from
the Calibration factor. At the same time, use the Calibration range and the Calibration repetition
range.
When the Calibration factor range is set to α and the obtained Calibration factor is between 1
– α and 1 + α, the calibration result is reflected. If the obtained Calibration factor is smaller than
1 – α or larger than 1 + α, an alarm message appears and the calibration result is not reflected.
For example, when the Calibration factor range is set to 0.1 and the obtained Calibration factor is
between 0.9 and 1.1, the calibration result is reflected.
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(2) Calibration method
If the stream valve on the standard sample stream is automatic, automatic calibration and semiautomatic calibration can be selected. If the stream valve is manual, only manual calibration
can be selected. For the contents of calibration methods, see 5.1.4 Operation of Calibration and
Validation.
(3) Checking parameter settings
Before giving a calibration command, confirm the setting of the preset calibration stream number,
the pre-calibration (post-calibration) validation stream number, and the pre-calibration (postcalibration) validation stream number of times. See the EtherLCD calibration setting screen.
(a) Cal/Val Setup screen
(1) Display the Cal/Val Set (Main) screen of the EtherLCD.
The procedure is as follows:
in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen to display the setting
• Press the
screen.
• Press General Setting.
• Press EtherLCD.
•
•
•
•
Press Table key.
Press Next key.
Confirm that the cursor (>) is on the left to the Cal/Val Setup.
Press Set/Ent key.
(2) Items of the Cal (Val) method
See the Operation data for the values set at shipment.
When the stream valve on the standard sample stream is an automatic valve, either Auto cal
or Semi-auto can be selected.
When the stream valve is a manual valve, only Manual cal can be selected.
For specific calibration methods, see 5.1.4 Operation of Calibration and Validation.
(3) Other items
When the Auto is selected in the Cal (Val) method, the periodic calibration is automatically
conducted.
In the case of Auto cal, set the following items.
1. Auto start date sets the starting day of calibration
2. Auto start time sets the starting time of calibration (24-hour clock)
3. Time interval sets the interval of calibrations
4. Confirm Executing is displayed in the Auto cal status.
Pressing F2 (Start) or F3 (Stop) alternates Executing and Stopping in the Auto cal status.
When the power is turned on, Auto cal status will be set to Stopping, so set it to Executing again.
NOTE
If Auto start date and Auto start time are set to a time in the past, auto calibration will be
performed in the nearest future at a point that is an integer multiple of the time interval from the
Auto start time.
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IMPORTANT
In the case of Auto cal, set the respective items on Cal/Val Set (Main) screen and then Auto cal
status to Executing. Automatic calibration starts according to the settings. Any change after that is
not reflected.
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Figure 3.25
Calibration (validation) Method Setting Screen
(b) Calibration setting screen
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Press F4 key (Cal) on the Cal/Val Set (Main) screen. (The screen of Figure 3.26 appears.)
Cal stream sets the calibration stream to be measured.
Cal times sets the number of times of measurement of the calibration stream.
Auto cal sets whether the calibration of this calibration number is conducted or not at
automatic calibration (effective only for the automatic calibration).
ValStr# before Cal sets the number of the validation stream to be measured before
measuring the calibration stream.
ValStr# after Cal sets the number of the validation stream to be measured after measuring
the calibration stream.
Val before Cal times sets the number of times of measurement of the validation stream
before measuring the calibration stream.
Val after Cal times sets the number of times of measurement of the validation stream after
measuring the calibration stream.
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Calibration Setup
GCM #1 Cal #1
> - Cal stream
1
- Cal times
2
- Auto cal
Unexecuted
- ValStr# before Cal 0
- ValStr# after Cal
0
- Val before Cal times 0
- Val after Cal times 0
Menu Peak
Stop
Main GCM# Cal#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 3.26
Example of calibration setting screen
(4) Calibration command
Give a calibration command after finishing the procedure in 3.2.5 Parameter Setting. The
procedure is as follows:
(a) Auto calibration
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Set the operation mode to Process.
Display the EtherLCD screen and display the Calibration Set screen.
Confirm the set values of the Cal/Val Setup screen.
IMPORTANT
If the operation mode is Run at the time set in Auto start time, calibration starts after the
measurement of the stream. After the calibration, the mode returns to Run and the measurement
restarts.
(b) Semi-auto calibration
(1) Connect a cylinder or a pump to the standard sample stream in reference to Connecting a
Standard Gas Cylinder or Standard Liquid Pump.
(2) Change the user level.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab, and set the operation mode to Process.
Select Semi-auto in the Cal (Val) method screen (see Figure 3.25) and press OK.
Select a desired calibration number in the Cal (Val) method screen and press OK.
After the calibration stream and the validation stream are measured according to the
settings, the calibration finishes.
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NOTE
To cancel the Cal (Val) command during the continuous measurement, press the Specification
Cancel button in the GCM tab. However, the command cannot be canceled after the
measurement of the calibration stream has started.
If the measurement status before calibration is Stream sequence or Stream (continuous) and the
operation mode is Run, the status returns to the original status and the operation mode returns to
Run after the calibration and the measurement restarts. If the operation mode is Stop or Pause,
the status returns to the original status after the calibration and the operation mode becomes
Stop.
(c) Manual calibration
(1) Connect a cylinder or a pump to the standard sample stream in reference to Connecting a
Standard Gas Cylinder or Standard Liquid Pump.
(2) Change the user level.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab, and set the operation mode to Process.
Press Cal (Val) button.
Select a desired calibration number in the Cal (Val) screen and press OK.
Close all open stream valves.
Manually open the stream valve on the standard sample stream of the sample process
section.
(9) Adjust the throttle valve of the sample process section, let the standard sample flow, and
substitute the standard sample line.
NOTE
To cancel the Cal (Val) command during the continuous measurement, press the Specification
Cancel button in the GCM tab. To cancel it after the continuous measurement, press Cal (Val)
Stop and then press Yes.
(10) After finishing the substitution of the standard sample, press Cal (Val) start button and then
press Yes.
(11) After the measurement of the calibration stream and the validation stream according to the
settings, the calibration finishes and Calibration (validation) Stop in the GCM tab becomes
active. Press it and then press Yes.
(12) Manually close the stream valve on the standard sample stream of the sample process
section.
3.3
Normal operation (continuous
measurement of process sample)
After finishing the procedures above, do the normal operation.
3.3.1
Setting Stream sequence
Unless otherwise specified, streams are set at the factory in descending order in Stream
sequence 1. To change the number of times, order, etc. of the stream to be measured, change
the setting of Stream sequence. For the change method, see “4.4.1 GCM Tab g. Str. Sequence
Set.”
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Setting pressure and flow rate of process samples
Set the pressure and flow rate of a sample in each stream according to the following procedure.
For set values of pressure and flow rate, see the Operation data.
l Automatic stream valve
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual.
Press GCM VLV Control in the GCM tab.
Press ON/OFF under Str VLV.
Press ON and select the number of the valve to be operated, and then press OK.
The message “Turn on the stream valve number *” appears on the screen, and then press
Yes.
(9) The stream valve switches.
(10) Adjust the throttle valve of the sample process section and set the pressure and flow rate of
the process sample.
Repeat steps (7) to (10) to set the pressure and flow rate of all process sample streams.
(11) After finishing the setting of the pressure and flow rate of the process samples, operate the
stream valve again to turn it off.
l Manual stream valve
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
Confirm that the operation mode is not Run.
Confirm that all stream valves are closed.
Manually open the stream valve of the sample process section.
Adjust the throttle valve of the sample process section to set the pressure and flow rate of
the process sample.
Repeat steps (2) to (4) to set the pressure and flow rate of all process sample streams.
(5) Open only the stream valve to be used, and confirm the pressure and flow rate of process
samples.
3.3.3
Starting operation
Start operation according to the following procedure. When the operation mode is not Stop,
change the operation mode to Stop and follow the procedure below:
(1) Change the user level.
(2) Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
(3) Open the GCM tab, and set the operation mode to Process.
(4) Press Stream sequence and select a Stream sequence number to be measured, and then
press OK.
(5) Press Run in Operation mode. The operation mode becomes Run and the measurement of
the sample in the specified stream starts.
3.3.4
Stopping operation
Stop operation according to the following procedure:
(1) Change the user level.
(2) Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
(3) Open the GCM tab.
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(4) Press Stop in Operation mode. After the measurement of the stream is finished, the
operation mode becomes Stop and the measurement of the sample of the specified stream
stops. To cancel the Stop mode, press Cancel button.
IMPORTANT
To stop supplying the power after the operation stops, follow the procedure below. Otherwise, it
may damage the detectors, columns, etc.
(1) As for TCD, turn off TCD and leave it for at least four hours until it cools. For this procedure,
see 3.2.4 On/Off operation of detectors.
As for FID, FID with a methanizer, or FPD, stop the supply of combustion hydrogen or
nitrogen and combustion air (close the main valve of the cylinder) while continuing the
supply of carrier gas. Leave the detector for at least four hours after combustion stops.
(2) Turn off the heaters of the isothermal oven, LSV, and FPD while continuing the supply of
carrier gas. For this procedure, see Procedure to Turn off the Heater below. Leave the
isothermal oven for at least one hour until it cools.
(3) Stop the power supply.
Continue the supply of carrier gas.
l Procedure to Turn off the Heater
(1) Change the user level.
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
3.3.5
Press the
(OPR) in the navigation bar on the analyzer operation screen.
Open the GCM tab.
Set the operation mode to Manual.
Open the SYS tab.
Press Temperature Controller.
When the ON/OFF button is pressed, the message “Are you sure you want to turn off the
temperature controller?” appears on the screen, and then press Yes.
Checking data in upper systems
If GC8000 communicate with or transfer signals to/from upper systems, confirm that the
measured value of GC8000 is identical to the indication of the system.
3.3.6
Storing parameters
Read parameters from the GC8000 settings and store the initial parameters at startup.
3.3.7
Precautions for long-term operation stop
When GC8000 is not used for a long time, stop the supply of power and air according to 3.4
Operation Stop. Continue the supply of carrier gas with the pressure of 1/10 the set value. If the
supply of carrier gas is also stopped, close the main valve of the carrier gas cylinder by sealing
the vent lines to be pressurized.
If carrier gas is hydrogen, the power and protective gas (instrumental air) must be supplied and
the hydrogen limiting unit must be turned on.
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n Screen Layout
The display screen consists of three display areas:
(A) Caption banner:
(B) Navigation bar:
Shows various items of information on the GC-HMI.
Displays controls to change to different screens on the contents
area, and content types.
Displays operations and status of the GC8000.
(C) Contents area:
(A) Caption banner
(C) Contents area
(B) Navigation bar
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Screen Layout
(A) Caption banner
This banner shows various items of information on the GC-HMI. It is displayed on almost all
screens.
(6)
(1)
Figure 4.2
(2) (3)
(4)
(5) (7)
(8)
(9)
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Items Displayed on the Caption Banner
Symbol
Item
(1) Date/time
(2)
(3)
Type of
connected
analyzer
Description
Displays the current date and time (year, month, day, hour, minute) of the GC8000.
This item is hidden when the EtherLCD is connected.
Indicates the type of the currently connected GC8000.
Currently connected to the GC8000 equipped with the GC-HMI being operated on.
(Note: This icon is also displayed when no analyzer is connected.)
Currently connected to any other GC8000.
Overall alarm Indicates an overall alarm.
No alarm
Level-1 alarm (blinking)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Level-2 alarm (blinking)
Tag name of Indicates the tag name of the currently connected GC8000. The name may be up to 16
GC8000
ASCII characters long.
The tag name and analyzer number of the CG8000 are indicated while the GC8000 is
connected.
This item is hidden when no connection is made.
Active GCM Indicates the active GCM number (GCM1 to GCM6).
number
This item is hidden when no connection is made.
Analyzer
Indicates the current operating status of the analyzer. This item is hidden when no
status
connection is made.
Manual
Process
Operating
Indicates the current operating mode. This item is hidden when no connection is made.
mode
Run
Pause
Stop
DB changed Indicates that the initial database of the GC-HMI is different from the one set on the
GC8000. (The indication blinks.)
This item disappears when initial DB reload described in section 4.1.3 is executed.
User level
Indicates the user level (A, B, C, or C+).
This item is hidden when the EtherLCD is connected.
(B) Navigation bar
The navigation bar allows for navigation between different screens.
(2)
Figure 4.3
(4)
(6)
(5)
(7)
(3)
(1)
(8)
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Symbol
Description
(1) Navigates to the setting screen.
(2) Navigates to the analyzer overview screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(3) Navigates to the analyzer map screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(4) Navigates to the analyzer operation screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(5) Navigates to the chromatogram screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(6) Navigates to the analysis result screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(7) Navigates to the alarm screen.
This item is only displayed when the GC8000 is connected.
(8) Navigates to the help screen.
Provides a description of the icons displayed on the
currently selected screen: one of (1) to (7).
Reference
4.1 Setting Screen
4.2 Analyzer Overview Screen
4.3 Analyzer Map Screen
4.4 Analyzer Operation Screen
4.5 Chromatogram Screen
4.6 Analysis Result Screen
4.7 Alarm Screen
4.8 Help Screen
(C) Contents area
This area displays operations and status of the GC8000.
Different screens are displayed by pressing the corresponding button icons on the navigation bar.
Setting screen
Allows for making various settings.
(See 4.1 Setting Screen.)
Analyzer overview screen
Indicates the measurement status of each
GCM.
(See 4.2 Analyzer Overview Screen.)
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Analyzer Map Screen
Displays the GCM and SYS definitions,
as well as the equipment configuration
including ovens, detectors, and valves.
(See 4.3 Analyzer Map Screen.)
Analyzer operation screen
Allows for controlling and monitoring the
operating status of the active GCM.
(See 4.4 Analyzer Operation Screen.)
Chromatogram screen
Displays the chromatogram for the active
GCM.
(See 4.5 Chromatogram Screen.)
Analysis Result Screen
Displays the analysis results (latest
analysis results, concentration analysis
history, retention time history, and
calibration factor history) obtained from the
active GCM.
(See 4.6 Analysis Result Screen.)
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Displays the alarm status of the GC8000.
(See 4.7 Alarm Screen.)
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Help screen
Displays on-line help for each screen.
(See 4.8 Help Screen.)
4.1
Setting Screen
The setting screen is used to change the settings of the GC-HMI and the currently connected
GC8000. Press the
on the navigation bar to display the setting screen.
Press this icon.
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Setting Screens and User Levels
Setting screen
User Level Setting
General Setting Analyzer Setting
EhteLCD
Network Settings
Display Setting
GC-HMI Setting
GC-HMI Reset
Communication Management
Reload Initial Database
GC8000 Setting Parameter Import
Parameter Export
Alarm Setting Clear Alarm Status
Alarm Popup Restriction
—:
4.1.1
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A
User level
B C C+
Reference
4.1.1 General Setting
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
— — —
4.1.2 GC-HMI Setting
—
4.1.3 GC8000 Setting
— — —
— —
4.1.4 Alarm Setting
—
Cannot be selected.
General Setting
This section describes the General Setting of the setting screen.
Figure 4.5
General Setting
n User Level Setting
User levels are set to define the scope of operations allowed for each user.
The default setting is user level A, which only allows the user to view screens.
The user levels for analyzer operation data display and EtherLCD are independent from each
other, and they must be set separately.
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Current user level
(A in this case)
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User Level
There are four user levels: A, B, C, and C+. A password must be entered to change to any user
levels other than A.
Figure 4.7
Password Entry
See Table 4.4 User Level and Permission for the scopes of operations permitted to different user
levels for analyzer operation data display.
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User level
A
B
C
C+
User Level and Permission
Permissions
Only viewing operating status and analysis results. Analyzer
operations are not permitted.
Limited analyzer operations: changing operating modes,
changing measurement status (except for cancelling specified
measurement), and changing the range.
Viewing and setting all analyzer operations. Reanalysis of
chromatogram is not permitted.
Permissions granted to C plus clearing alarm status, stopping
analysis operations, editing and deleting user programs, setting
passwords, and reanalyzing chromatograms.
Password
Not required (default)
1192
1603
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l Changing a user level
Enter the password for the
user level to be changed to
4
After entering
the password,
push the
OK button.
The user level has been changed to B.
A wrong password was entered.
Current user level
(B in this case)
If user level is C:
If user level is C+:
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n Selecting an Analyzer
In the Analyzer Setting screen, select the GC8000 you want to connect, and then establish a
connection or forced connection.
Figure 4.9
Example of Analyzer Setting Screen
Connect:
This option makes a communication connection with the analyzer selected by the Analyzer
Setting function.
A communication connection attempt fails if the target analyzer is already connected with a
PC or any other GC-HMI.
Forced Connect:
Even if the target analyzer is already connected with a PC or any other GC-HMI, this option
breaks that connection and forces a connection with the analyzer.
To register an analyzer, add, change, or delete its analyzer ID and IP address.
Analyzer ID: Set the ID for the analyzer (GC8000) to be connected to.
Setting conditions:
• Up to eight analyzers (GC8000s) can be set: one analyzer (GC8000) equipped with
GC-HMI, plus seven external analyzers (GC8000s).
The analyzer (GC8000) equipped with GC-HMI cannot be left unset.
Setting range:
001 to 240, and unset
Default settings:
The analyzer (GC8000) equipped with GC-HMI is defaulted to
001, and external analyzers (GC8000s) are defaulted unset.
IP address:
Set the IP address corresponding to the analyzer ID.
Setting conditions:
• Up to eight analyzers (GC8000s) can be set: one analyzer (GC8000) equipped with
GC-HMI, plus seven external analyzers (GC8000s).
Setting range: 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.254 (where 0.0.0.0 indicates unset state).
Default settings:
The analyzer (GC8000) equipped with GC-HMI is defaulted to
192.168.1.1, and external analyzers (GC8000s) are defaulted to 0.0.0.0 (unset).
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n EtherLCD
This option displays the EtherLCD screen. See Chapter 5 for a description of EtherLCD.
Status Menu
(1/2)
4
A/I Status
A/O Status
D/I Status
D/O Status
Remote A/O Status
Remote D/O Status
Revision number
Ethernet Status
Alarm Status
Figure 4.10
4.1.2
Example of EtherLCD Screen
GC-HMI Setting
This section describes the GC-HMI Setting of the setting screen.
Figure 4.11
GC-HMI Setting
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n Network Settings
This option sets the IP address and subnet mask of the GC-HMI.
TIP
Restart the GC-HMI after finishing the setting. Without restarting the GC-HMI, data will not be displayed correctly.
Network setting can made with user level C or higher.
Figure 4.12
Example Network Settings
IP address:
Setting range:
Default setting:
Subnet mask:
Setting range:
Default setting:
Default gateway:
Setting range:
Default setting:
0.0.0.1 to 255.255.255.254
192.168.1.65
0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255
255.255.255.0
0.0.0.1 to 255.255.255.254
192.168.1.254
n Display Settings
This option sets the screen brightness and backlight saver functions.
TIP
This parameter is available if the user level is set to B or higher.
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Figure 4.13
Example of Display Settings
Brightness:
Set the backlight brightness.
Setting range:
1 (darkest) to 10 (brightest)
Default setting: 5
Backlight saver time: Set the transit time to backlight saver mode. The touch panel transits to
the backlight saver mode if this transit time elapses since the last screen operation (or alarm
popup).
Select from 5 min, 10 min, 30 min, and 1 h. The default is 5 min. To recover from the power
saving mode, touch the screen.
Backlight saver restore: Determine how to restore from the backlight saver mode.
Select Display touch or Display touch and Alarm popup. The default is Display touch and
Alarm popup.
TIP
• Even if the screen turns on with an alarm popup, it transits to the backlight saver mode after the transit time
elapses again.
• The alarm levels to be displayed in the alarm popup are set as described in ## Alarm Popup Restriction in
4.1.4 Alarm Setting.
Background Color:
Setting range:
Default setting:
Set the background color.
Select Positive or Negative.
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n GC-HMI Reset
This option resets the GC-HMI. Selecting the GC-HMI Reset option displays a confirmation
screen.
Figure 4.14
GC-HMI Reset
The GC-HMI behaves as follows:
(1) Disconnects communication with the GC8000.
(2) Restarts the GC-HMI.
(3) Attempts an analyzer operation data display connection to the analyzer (GC8000) which
was connected before the GC-HMI resetting.
The user levels for the GC-HMI is changed to level A automatically.
TIP
This parameter is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
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Figure 4.15
GC8000 Setting
n Reload Initial Database
When the parameter settings is changed at the EtherLCD, the icon mean DB changed blinks on
the caption banner. This is when this option reloads the initial database and matches the setting
information of GC-HMI to the setting information of the GC8000.
IMPORTANT
When you change parameters from PC or GC-HMI of another GC8000, make sure to execute
“Reload Initial Database” command in GC-HMI.
TIP
This option is available if the user level is set to B or higher.
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Reload Initial Database
n Parameter Import
This option stores parameter settings in the internal memory of HMI, in order to make a backup of
all parameter settings of GC8000.
TIP
This option is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
Selecting the Parameter Import option displays a confirmation screen.
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4.1.4
Parameter Import
Alarm Setting
Figure 4.18
Alarm Setting
n Clear Alarm Status
This option clears the alarm status.
If ALL GCMs are selected for alarm status display, the alarm status for all GCMs is cleared.
If a particular GCM (one of GCM1 to GCM6) is selected, the alarm status for that GCM is cleared.
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TIP
This option is available if the user level is set to C+.
Selecting the Clear Alarm Status option displays a confirmation screen.
Figure 4.19
Clear Alarm Setting
n Alarm Popup Restriction
Select the desired restriction for alarm popup display.
Only the alarms defined here will be popped up.
TIP
This option is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
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Figure 4.20
Alarm Popup Restriction
Display level
All Alarm Display:
Displays an alarm popup whenever any alarm occurs. This is the default
setting.
Level 1 and 2 Alarm Display: Displays an alarm popup when an alarm of level 1 or 2 occurs.
Level 1 Alarm Display: Displays an alarm popup when an alarm of level 1 occurs.
No Display:
Displays no alarm popup.
Display when released
Yes:
An alarm pop-up is displayed when an alarm is released.
No:
An alarm pop-up is not displayed when an alarm is released.
4.2
Analyzer Overview Screen
The overview screen displays the status of GCMs (GCM modules) of the currently connected
GC8000, allowing to control their operation.
Press the
on the navigation bar to display the overview screen (the same default screen as
appears upon startup).
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GCM information
SYS information
Active GCM when the
↓
Listed in order of GCM number
background is blue
Not active GCM when the
background is other than blue
Press this to display the overview screen.
Figure 4.21
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n Description of icons and buttons
The icons and buttons provided on the overview screen are as described below.
(5)
(2) (3) (4) (6)
(1)
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Figure 4.22
Overview Screen Display Elements
Table 4.5
Description of Overview Screen Display Elements
Symbol
(1)
Item
Active GCM change button
GCM alarm indicator
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Indicates the GCM number.
Also used to set the GCM as an active GCM.
Indicates the alarm status of the GCM.
No alarm
(2)
Level-1 alarm generated (blinking)
GCM operating status indicator
(3)
GCM operating mode indicator
(4)
(10)
Level-2 alarm generated (blinking)
Indicates the operating status of the GCM.
Manual
Process
Indicates the operating mode of the GCM.
Run
Pause
Stop
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Operating status change button for all
GCMs
GCM operating status change button
Indicators of GCM measurement status,
stream number, and method number.
SYS number indicator
SYS operating status indicator
(9)
(10)
(11)
Elapsed time bar graph
Elapsed time/SYS analysis
Changes the operating status of GCMs.
All GCMs
Each GCM
Indicates the stream sequence, stream number, and
method number of the GCM.
Indicates the SYS number (1 to 6) assigned to the GCM.
Indicates the operating mode of the SYS.
Run
Pause
Stop
Indicates the elapsed time on a bar graph.
Indicates the elapsed time per interval as a numerical
value.
n Changing the Active GCM
Example: To make GCM2 active, follow this procedure:
(1) Press the GCM change button
of GCM2, which is not currently active.
(2) When a confirmation screen appears, press Yes.
Figure 4.23
Changing the Active GCM
(3) GCM2 has been made active. This is indicated as the background of the GCM2 line turns
blue and the active GCM number on the caption banner shows GCM2.
n Changing the operating mode
TIP
This operation is available if the user level is set to B or higher. The forced stop function is enabled only for user
level C+.
The operating mode can be changed separately for each GCM, or for all GCMs at once.
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l To change the operating mode of each GCM
Press the operating status change button
for the desired GCM.
The screen displays the operating status change dialog for GCM1.
Figure 4.24
Example of Changing the GCM Operating Mode (for GCM1)
l To change the operating mode of all GCMs
Press the operating status change button for all GCMs
.
The screen displays the operating status change dialog for all GCMs.
Figure 4.25
Changing the Operating Mode of All GCMs
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4.3
Analyzer Map Screen
The analyzer map screen displays the GCM/SYS/stream configuration in GC8000, as well as the
status of valves and detectors.
This analyzer map screen consists of two tabs: GCM Map tab and Stream Map tab.
Press the
on the navigation bar to display the analyzer map screen.
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4.3.1
Analyzer Map Screen
GCM Map Tab
The GCM map tab displays the following information.
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List of valves and detectors assigned to GCM-SYS.
List of valves and detectors associated with each oven.
Type of oven: I for isothermal oven, P for programmed-temperature oven
Status of stream valves: Streams 1 to 31, or OFF
Presence and status of atmospheric pressure balancing valve
Presence of EPC: Carrier n-1 to n-2, and Utility n-1 to n-4 (where n is oven number)
Types of detectors: TCD, FID, FID-MC, FPD
Presence and status of hydrogen limiting units: HLn (where n is oven number)
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Example of GCM Map Tab
Stream Map Tab
The stream map tab identifies the stream numbers (1 to 31) assigned to GCMs.
Stream Map Tab
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4.4
Example of Stream Map Tab
Analyzer Operation Screen
The analyzer operation screen is used to view and operate on each GCM and SYS of connected
analyzers. This screen consists of the active GCM tab and its subordinate SYS tab (oven tab).
The information displayed here is updated every second.
Press the
on the navigation bar to display the analyzer operation screen.
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Example of Analyzer Operation Screen
GCM Tab
The GCM tab displays information about the active GCM.
Screen components are as shown below.
(A) GCM general information display area
(B) Elapsed time bar indicator
Tab
(C) GCM operating status
display area
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This area displays general information about GCM.
Current stream valve
number of GCM
Current ON/OFF status of
atmospheric pressure
balancing valve of GCM
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l Method number indicator
Indicates the method number (1 to 6).
The indication is blank when the GCM is in manual or process - stop state.
l Stream valve indicator
Indicates the stream valve status, either in terms of stream valve number or OFF.
l Atmospheric balanced valve indicator
Indicates the status (ON or OFF) of the atmospheric pressure balancing valve. This indication is
hidden if an atmospheric pressure balancing valve not available.
(B)
Elapsed time bar indicator
This area indicates the elapsed time of GSM and its subordinate SYS, as well as the ON/OFF
timings of stream valve and atmospheric pressure balancing valve.
GCM elapsed time
SYS interval division line
SYS elapsed time bar
Stream valve ON/OFF bar
Atmospheric balanced valve ON/OFF bar
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Display Example of Elapsed Time Bar
The GCM elapsed time is indicated in terms of the elapsed time (in seconds) since the beginning
of analysis, and the ratio (percentage) of elapsed time to the analysis interval.
When the GCM is in manual mode, the time axis is automatically adjusted, so that the elapsed
time is indicated in terms of the ratio (percentage) to the full scale.
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Buttons for moving to a dialog for changing GCM settings
GCM control buttons
Buttons for changing GCM operating status/mode
Figure 4.33
GCM detector/valve control buttons
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(1) Changing the operating status
This section describes how to change the operating status (GCM status/operating mode) of the
active GCM or of each SYS.
l GCM status
Select the GCM status Process or Manual.
Process: Status for performing measurement and calibration.
Manual: Status for performing manual operation.
TIP
This operation is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
Status change is only possible when the operating mode is Stop.
l Operating mode
Select the desired operating mode of the active GCM or of each SYS from the following:
Run:
Runs measurement.
Pause:
Pauses the run.
Stop:
Stops the run.
Cancel command: Cancels the operating mode command.
Forced stop:
Forces operating mode to stop.
TIP
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The Run, Pause, Stop, and Cancel command actions are enabled for user level B or higher.
The Forced stop action is enabled for user level C+.
The Pause action is enabled only for the active GCM. It is disabled for each SYS.
The operating mode can be set on the analyzer overview screen and the analyzer operation screen. The
Forced stop action can only be executed on the analyzer operation screen.
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(2) GCM control buttons
Control the active GCM settings.
Stream sequence:
The settings in the specified stream sequence are applied. After the
selection, set the sequence number (1 to 8).
Figure 4.34
Specify str:
Set the stream to be measured. After the selection, set the stream
number (1 to 31) and the number of repetitions (0 for continuous, or 1 to
9999).
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Start cal (val):
Finish cal (val):
Cancel spec.:
Cal (val) method:
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Set the calibration (validation) number to execute (1 to 3 for calibration or
1 to 3 for validation). Ensure that the calibration (validation) number is the
stream number.
Starts the calibration (validation).
Finishes the calibration or validation.
Cancels the parameter settings for changing the measurement status.
Set the desired mode of calibration or validation: manual, semi-auto, or
auto.
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Auto:
Calibration or validation is executed automatically according to the set
values of start time and time interval.
Semi-auto:
When a calibration or validation number is specified, the stream valve
on the calibration or validation stream automatically opens, followed by
calibration or validation.
Manual:
When a calibration or validation number is specified, all stream valves
close, allowing a standard sample to flow. Then, calibration or validation
can be performed manually.
Start/stop auto cal: Starts/stops automatic calibration.
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TIP
• The selections Str. Sequence, Specify str., Cal (Val), Start cal (val), and Finish cal (val) are enabled for user
level B or higher.
• The selections Cancel spec., Cal (val) method, and Start/stop auto cal are enabled for user level C or higher.
• If Cal (Val) method is set to Manual or Semi-auto for all calibration/validation numbers, the Start/stop auto cal
parameter cannot be set.
• Stream sequence, Stream Select, Cal (Val), Start cal (val), and Finish cal (val) cannot be controlled when the
GCM status is Manual.
(3) Changing GCM settings
a. Peak Setting
Set parameters related to peak recognition.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
• The stream number, SYS number, and peak number assigned to the active GCM are selectable here.
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Peak Settings
l Peak Name
Set the name for the peak of the specified stream number, SYS number, and peak number. The
name can be entered using up to eight ASCII alphanumeric characters.
Figure 4.39
l Peak std time/Gate times
Set the gate ON time, gate OFF time, and peak standard time for the peak of the specified
stream number, SYS number, and peak number. The setting ranges are each 0.0 to 99999.9
seconds. The actual upper limit is time of its cycle time.
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l Measuring unit/Measuring range
Set the measuring unit and measuring range for the peak of the specified stream number, SYS
number, and peak number.
Figure 4.41
Measuring range:
Measuring unit: Select No unit, %, or PPM.
Measuring range: 0.000 to 9999.999.
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l Ref stream/Peak set
Set the reference stream number and reference peak number for the peak of the specified
stream number, SYS number, and peak number.
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Specific items to be set (peak 1 - ref stream number/peak 2 - ref stream number /peak 1 - ref
peak number/peak 2 - ref peak number) depend on the process assignment defined by stream
number/peak number.
Process assignment is external cubic: Peak 1 only
Process assignment is external linear: Peaks 1 and 2
Otherwise:
No peak
Setting range:
Peak 1 - Ref. stream number: 1 to 31
Peak 2 - Ref. stream number: 1 to 31
Peak 1 - Ref. peak number: 1 to 999 (only the peak number assigned to the reference stream
number can be selected)
Peak 2 - Ref. peak number: 1 to 999 (only the peak number assigned to the reference stream
number can be selected)
l Gate /Integ. Set
Set the gate cut method and integration method for the peak of the specified stream number,
SYS number, and peak number.
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Setting range:
Gate cut method: Select Time gate, Slope gate, Slope/Time, Time/Slope, or Zone.
Integ method:
Select Skimming or Vertical.
l Calib Settings
Set the standard concentration, standard area, and calibration factor for the peak of the specified
stream number, SYS number, and peak number. These settings apply only to the calibration
stream.
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Setting range:
Std conc:
Std area:
Calib factor:
0.000 to 9999.999
0.000 to 40000.000
0.000 to 9999.999
b. Range Settings
Set the range for the peak of the specified stream number, SYS number, and peak number. The
setting range can be selected from the range of 1 to 31.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to B or higher.
• The stream number, SYS number, and peak number assigned to the active GCM are selectable here.
Figure 4.45
c. Stream Valve ON/OFF setting
Set the status (ON/OFF timing) of the stream valve.
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Setting range:
Select ON or OFF. The stream valve number is in the range of 1 to 31.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
• Set the GCM status to manual.
• Only the stream valve number assigned to the active GCM is selectable.
d. Valve ON/OFF setting
Select the valve setting: ON/OFF timing.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
• Set the GCM status to manual.
• Only the valve assigned to the specified SYS can be set here.
Figure 4.47
e. ATM balanced Valve ON/OFF setting
Select the status of atmospheric pressure balancing valve from ON or OFF.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
• Set the GCM status to manual.
• Only the atmospheric pressure balancing valve assigned to the active GCM is selectable.
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f. Peak Tracking
Enable or disable peak tracking for the SYS assigned to the active GCM. Do this by selecting ON
or OFF.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to C or higher.
• Only the SYS number assigned to the active GCM is selectable.
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Configure the stream sequence for each stream sequence number.
Figure 4.50
Setting range:
Str. Sequence No.:
1 to 8
Str. Sequence: #1 to #31
Setting range:
Str. No.: Select either the stream number assigned to the GCM, or 0 (no stream).
ON/OFF: Select ON or OFF.
TIP
• This operation is available if the user level is set to B or higher.
• The changes to the stream sequence settings are applied when you press OK in the lower right of the screen
and then press Yes in the “Do you want to change the setting?” dialog box that appears. Each time you
change the settings of a stream sequence, be sure to perform this procedure. If you select another stream
sequence number before applying the settings, the changes will be canceled.
For example, after changing the settings of stream sequence number 1, if you select stream sequence
number 2 without applying the settings, the settings of stream sequence number 1 will be returned to the
original values, and the changes will be canceled.
4.4.2
SYS Tab
The SYS tab displays information about the SYS assigned to the active GCM.
Screen components are as shown below.
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(B) SYS chromatogram display area
Tab
(C) Oven information
display area
(D) SYS operating status
display area
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(A)
SYS Tab Layout
GCM general information display area
This is identical to the GCM general information display area described in Section 4.4.1.
(B)
SYS chromatogram display area
This area displays the elapsed time of the SYS selected on the SYS tab, as well as the
chromatogram, and the ON/OFF timings of stream valve and atmospheric pressure balancing
valve of the GCM.
Information on chromatogram display detector
SYS elapsed time
SYS interval division line
SYS chromatogram
Stream valve ON/OFF bar
Atmospheric balanced valve ON/OFF bar
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Example of SYS Chromatogram Display Area
Oven information display area
This area displays information about the oven used by the SYS selected on the tab.
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Detector information
Oven tab
Valve ON/OFF timing bar
Gate ON/OFF
timing bar
Pressure information
Temperature information
(only with EPC)
Hydrogen limiting Temperature controller
Pressure display information
unit indicator
information
Figure 4.53
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Valve ON/OFF timing bar
Indicates the status (ON or OFF) of valves as a bar graph.
Hydrogen limiting unit indicator
Indicates the status (ON or OFF) of the hydrogen limiting unit. This indication is hidden if a
hydrogen limiting unit is not available.
Detector information
Displays information about the detector.
Type:
TCD, FID, FID-MC (FID with methanizer), FPD, None
ON/OFF:
ON/OFF status of detector
Peak No.:
Number of the currently detected peak
Peak Name:
Name of the currently detected peak
Signal:
Detector signal in mV.
displays the following information:
The analog signal from the detector, which has been sampled every 40
msec, converted to digital values, and then averaged by the given sample
rate
Filtered signal: Input signal, which has been filtered using the filter constant set as a
detector signal parameter
Standard deviation of signal:
Standard deviation of input signal for the past 20 inputs
Applied voltage: Bridge voltage of TCD (for TCD only)
Current:
Bridge current of TCD (for TCD only)
Flame detection level:
Set value of flame detection level (FID, FID-MC, FPD)
Thermocouple signal:
Thermocouple signal (FID, FID-MC, FPD)
Flame detection status: Flame detection status (now burning/burning stopped) (FID, FIDMC, FPD)
Methanizer voltage:
Voltage of methanizer (for FID-MC only)
Temperature information
Pressing the
Input signal:
Indicates the oven temperature information (OVEN, LSV, FPD) of the selected SYS.
Unit: deg C and deg F.
Temperature controller information
Indicates the SV value, PV value, and ON/OFF status for the isothermal oven (or
programmed-temperature oven), LSV, and FPD, of the selected SYS.
Press
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Pressure information
Displays pressure information of EPC (Carrier n-1 to n-2, and Utility n-1 to n-4 (where n is
oven number)) inthe selected oven.
Pressure display information
Displays the SV value, PV value, and ON/OFF status, for Carrier n-1 to n-2 and Utility n-1 to
n-4, of the selected oven.
Press
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SYS operating status display area
This area displays SYS operating mode and operating status. It also displays, and allows
operation of, the detector and valve of SYS.
SYS operating status indicators SYS operating mode indicators SYS detector/valve indicators and controls
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Example of SYS Operating Status Display Area
Chromatogram Screen
This screen displays a chromatogram of the data which is being measured or have been
measured by the GC8000. A chromatogram stored in a file can be analyzed to recalculate
concentration values. The result of this reanalysis can be transferred to CG8000s and applied to
subsequent measurements.
Press the
on the navigation bar to display the chromatogram screen.
Press this icon.
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Example of Chromatogram Screen
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n Screen description
Screen components are as shown below.
Legend display
Zoomed view
Whole chromatogram
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Pen
selector
Snapshot
Clear
snapshot
Detail
settings
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Chromatogram Screen Layout
Legend display:
Indicates pen color, chromatogram type, and detector number.
Whole chromatogram display area:
Displays the whole chromatogram, including portions which are not
shown in the zoomed view.
Pen selector:
Configures the graph to be displayed. See 4.5.1 Pen Selector.
Snapshot:
Records the magnification and position of zoomed view. See 4.5.2
Snapshot.
Detail settings:
Provides detail settings of the chromatogram screen. See 4.5.3 Detail
Settings.
Zoomed view area: Displays a zoomed view of a selected part of the chromatogram. The
chromatogram includes gate mark, peak mark, peak number, as well
as the temperature and pressure data for the chromatogram. See 4.5.4
Zoomed View.
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Pen Selector
(1) Press the pen selector button .
(2) A dialog opens for assigning a graph to a pen.
Show/hide button
Pen color
Chromatogram type selector
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Example of Pen settings
(3) Enable the show/hide button to show the chromatogram. Alternatively, disable the button to
hide the chromatogram.
(4) Use the chromatogram type selector to select the type of data to be displayed. Clicking the
detail selection button displays a diagram that selects information to be displayed for each
chromatogram.
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Example of Chromatogram Selector Options
Listed below are the chromatograms that can be displayed.
Last Chrom.:
Prev. Chrom.:
Saved Chrom.:
Hist. Chrom.:
Diff. Chrom.:
The chromatogram for the current measurement.
The chromatogram for the previous analysis.
A chromatogram which a user saved in the GC8000.
A chromatogram which was automatically saved in the GC8000.
A chromatogram representing differences between two chromatograms.
A differential chromatogram itself cannot be selected as a differentiation
object.
Baseline Chrom.:
A chromatogram which a user saved as a baseline chromatogram in the
GC8000 unit.
Temp./Press Graph: Temperature or pressure graph associated with the chromatogram.
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l Last Chrom.
From Det No., select the detector number that you want to display the last chromatogram for.
Figure 4.61
Example of Last Chromatogram Selection Screen
l Prev. Chrom.
From Det No., select the detector number that you want to display the previous chromatogram
for.
Figure 4.62
Example of Previous Chromatogram Selection Screen
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l Saved Chrom.
From Det No. and then Saved Chrom. Name, select the saved chromatogram the you want to
display.
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Example of Saved Chromatogram Selection Screen
l Hist. Chrom.
From Det No., YYY-MM-DD, Hour and then File Name, select the history chromatogram the you
want to display.
Figure 4.64
Example of History Chromatogram Selection Screen
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l Diff. Chrom.
From Graph 1 and Graph 2, select the chromatograms that you want to display the difference of.
Figure 4.65
Example of Difference Chromatogram Selection Screen
l Baseline Chrom.
From Det No. and then Baseline Chrom. Name, select the baseline chromatogram the you want
to display.
Figure 4.66
Example of Baseline Chromatogram Selection Screen
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l Temp./Press Graph
From Temp./Press Graph, select the chromatogram that includes the temperature/pressure data
that you want to display.
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Example of Temperature/Pressure Graph Selection Screen
l None
A “Chromatogram is not set. Is it OK?” alert dialog box appears. To specify none, press Yes.
Figure 4.68
No Pen Selection Confirmation
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The snapshot function records the magnification and position of a zoomed view and displays its
result on the screen.
Press the snapshot button once to record the magnification and position. Press it again to display
the recorded magnification and position. Note that the temperature/pressure axis will not be
recorded.
Snapshot (before recording)
Snapshot (after recording)
To clear the recorded magnification and position, press the clear snapshot button
4.5.3
.
Detail Settings
(1) Press the detail settings button
.
(2) A dialog opens for changing detail settings of the screen.
Figure 4.69
Timing Mark
(1) Press the Timing Mark button.
(2) A dialog opens for showing/hiding mark information and additional information in each
chromatogram.
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(3) The mark settings include those listed below, which can be set for each graph to be
displayed.
Peak ON/OFF: Enable or disable the check mark to show or hide, respectively, the mark.
Gate ON/OFF: Enable or disable the check mark to show or hide, respectively, the mark.
Start Mark: Enable or disable the check mark to show or hide, respectively, the mark.
(4) Items that can be displayed as additional information include those listed below, which can
be set for each graph to be displayed.
None, Component name, Gain, Range, Std. Conc., and (Relative) Peak No.
TIP
The mark settings are not available if Temperature or Pressure is selected from the pen selector.
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Figure 4.71
Grid display
Show or hide the grid in the zoomed view area by enabling or disabling, respectively, the check
mark.
Figure 4.72
Auto gain display
Turn on or off the auto gain display by enabling or disabling, respectively, the check mark. When
the auto gain display is turned on, the chromatogram provides a magnified display of voltage
values based on the gain settings of each peak.
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Figure 4.73
Multiple-chromatogram display
Select the SYS Cycle or Main Cycle radio button.
SYS Cycle:
Main Cycle:
Displays a single chromatogram for each analysis interval which is
defined as a parameter of the SYS method.
Displays as many chromatograms side by side as the GCM method
analysis intervals which are defined as a parameter of the SYS method.
When you switch between SYS Cycle and Main Cycle, a “This operation will clear the current
display. Continue operation?” alert dialog box will appear. To switch the display, press Yes.
TIP
• This settings is common to all chromatograms. It cannot be set separately for each chromatogram.
• The SYS Cycle/Main Cycle function supports the last chromatograms, previous chromatograms, and
history chromatograms. It does not support the saved chromatograms. The differential chromatograms are
supported if chromatograms displayed side-by-side are selected.
• The Temp./Pressure function supports the SYS Cycle/Main Cycle of last chromatograms, previous
chromatograms, and history chromatograms.
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Figure 4.74
SYS method analysis cycle
Figure 4.75
Example of SYS Cycle
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SYS method analysis cycle
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Start mark
Figure 4.76
Example of Main Cycle
Temperature/pressure axis scales
Select the temperature or pressure axis scale by selecting the Temperature axis scale or
Pressure axis scale radio button.
Saving chromatograms
Save the currently displayed chromatograms in the GC8000.
• File names are automatically generated.
• Last chromatogram, previous chromatogram, history chromatogram, and baseline
chromatogram: Select a pen number.
• All SYS1 Chrom. to All SYS6 Chrom.: Select the SYS number assigned to the active GCM.
• For Main Cycle, only All GCM Chrom., and All SYS1 Chrom. to All SYS6 Chrom. can be
selected. Selection by pen number is not possible.
TIP
This operation is enabled for user level B or higher.
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Deleting saved chromatograms
Delete a saved chromatogram from the GC8000.
•
Select delete Chrom.: Select the saved chromatogram you want to delete.
TIP
This operation is enabled for user level C or higher.
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Figure 4.78
Deleting a Saved Chromatogram
TIP
This operation is enabled for user level C or higher.
Saving baseline chromatograms
Save the currently displayed chromatograms in the GC8000.
• File names are automatically generated.
• Last chromatogram, previous chromatogram, history chromatogram, and baseline
chromatogram: Select a pen number.
• All SYS1 Chrom. to All SYS6 Chrom.: Select the SYS number assigned to the active GCM.
• For Main Cycle, only All GCM Chrom., and All SYS1 Chrom. to All SYS6 Chrom. can be
selected. Selection by pen number is not possible.
TIP
This operation is enabled for user level C or higher.
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4.5.4
Zoomed View
Screen components are as shown below.
The latest chromatogram is updated every second. Differential chromatograms are not updated
even if the Update the latest chromatogram subject to differentiation parameter is enabled.
Move X axis, and unit
Move Y axis, and unit
Move
temperature/
pressure axis,
and unit
Auto scale
ON/OFF
Scale up/down
Scale
Y axis
up/down X axis
Figure 4.80
X axis scale:
Scale up/down
X-Y axes
Show whole of
Scale up/down
X-Y axes
temperature/pressure axis
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Represents the elapsed time of chromatogram. Unit: seconds.
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Y axis scale:
Represents the electromotive force of chromatogram. Unit: mV for
mV representation, or magnification for gain representation.
Temperature/pressure axis scale:
Temperature data is in units of deg C and deg F.
Pressure data is in units of kPa and psi.
Scale up/down X axis buttons, scale up/down Y axis buttons:
These buttons scale up /down the X and Y axes, respectively.
Scale up/down X-Y axis buttons:
Scales up/down the X and Y axes simultaneously.
Show whole button:
Displays the whole of the chromatogram.
Auto scale button:
Turns on/off the auto scale function. When this function is turned
on, scale up/down settings do not work.
Scale up/down temperature/pressure axis button:
Scales up/down the temperature and pressure axes.
4.6
Analysis Result Screen
This screen displays the measurement results (in graph form, when you select) taken with the
active GCM. Press the
on the navigation bar to display the analysis result screen.
Press this icon.
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Example of Analysis Result Screen
The display screen consists of the following screens:
Analysis result screen
Concentration analysis history screen
Retention time history screen
Calibration factor history screen
The above screens are displayed by pressing the corresponding buttons located in the lower left
of the screen:
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Analysis result
Figure 4.82
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Calibration factor history
Retention time history
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Analysis Result Screen
Screen components are as shown below.
Data display
The analysis result screen Analysis result
is currently displayed.
data selector
Figure 4.83
Auto update
ON/OFF
SYS change tab
Table scroll button
Display-item selector
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SYS change tab:
Selects the SYS assigned to the active GCM and displays the
analysis results on the SYS tab.
Table scroll button:
Scrolls through the display area.
Auto update ON/OFF:
When the auto update function is ON, the on-screen data is
automatically updated with the latest data when the measurement
finishes. When the auto update function is OFF, data update does
not occur.
Analysis result data selector: Allows for displaying past data. A dialog appears for selecting
the start time of the analysis to be displayed. See (A) Selecting
analysis result data.
Display-item selector:
A dialog appears, allowing to select which items to display in the
data columns. See (B) Selecting display items.
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(A) Selecting analysis result data
To select the data to be displayed, select the year/month/day, hour, and time from the dialog
below.
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Figure 4.84
(B) Selecting display items
In the dialog below, select the items to be displayed as analysis result data, by adding a check
mark.
Figure 4.85
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Concentration Analysis History Screen, Retention
Time History Screen, and Calibration Factor History
Screen
A common screen layout is used for the concentration analysis history screen, retention time
history screen, and calibration factor history screen.
These screens display the changes over time of concentration analysis data, retention time data,
and calibration factor data, respectively, as measured by the active GCM.
Each screen can contain up to 999 peaks. The maximum displayable number of analysis clock
times is limited to 250 for concentration analysis history and retention time history, and to 100 for
calibration factor history.
Screen components are as shown below.
Data display
GCM/SYS change tabs
Table scroll button
History data selector
In this condition,
Auto update Graph display Graph setup
concentration analysis history is displayed
ON/OFF
Figure 4.86
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History Screen Layout
GCM/SYS change tabs:
Table scroll button:
Auto update ON/OFF:
Graph setup:
Graph display:
Either the whole of active GCM, or the SYS assigned to the active
GCM, can be selected, so that the history data is displayed on the
SYS tab.
Scrolls through the display area.
When auto update is ON, the on-screen data is automatically
updated with the latest data when the measurement finishes.
When auto update is OFF, data update does not occur.
Sets up a graph of the data to be displayed.
Displays the graph configured with the graph setup function.
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(A) Graph setup
Press
.
Set up a graph as desired. The dialog consists of two pages.
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Figure 4.87
Page 1
(1) Display Upper/Lower Limit
Show or hide the upper limit and lower limit by enabling or disabling, respectively, their
check marks.
(2) Upper/lower limit settings
Set the values of upper limit and lower limit. The setting ranges are as follows:
Upper limit: 0 to 12000 Lower limit: 0 to 10000
TIP
The upper limit must be greater than the lower limit.
(3) Legend Display
Define what information to include in legends, by selecting Str.#-Peak#-Peak Name (Unit) or
Only Peak Name (Unit).
(4) Peak Select
Up to six peaks can be displayed. At least one peak must be selected.
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(1) Time Axis Range
Select the horizontal axis (i.e., time axis) of the graph from the radio buttons: Auto, Man.
(Start-End), Man. (Time Span), or Man. (Ana. Times).
• Man. (Start-End)
Start Time:
Press the ▼ button and select the analysis start time (the time to
start drawing a graph) from the displayed values.
End Time:
Press the ▼ button and select the analysis end time (the time to
end drawing a graph) from the displayed values.
Note: The start time must be earlier than the end time.
• Man. (Time Span)
End Time:
Press the ▼ button and select the analysis end time (the time to
end drawing a graph) from the displayed values.
Time (Hour): Press the ▼ button and select from the range of 1 to 72 (hours).
• Man. (Ana. Times)
End Time:
Press the ▼ button and select the analysis end time (the time to
end drawing a graph) from the displayed values.
Ana. Times
Press the ▼ button and select from the range of 1 to 250 (analysis
times).
(2) Vert. Axis Scale
Select the vertical scale from the radio buttons: Auto, Man., or Man. (Center Value).
• Man:
Set the Max. Value and Min. Value.
The setting ranges are as follows:
Max. Value: 0 to 12000, Min. Value: –2000 to 10000
TIP
The upper limit must be greater than the lower limit.
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• Man. (Center Value)
Set the Range, Center Value, and Range (+–,%).
The setting ranges are as follows:
Range: 0.001 to 9999.999
Center Value: 0.001 to 9999.999
Range (+–,%): 0.01 to 50.00
Vert. Axis Unit:
(B) Graph display
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The graph is displayed based on the setup made in “(A) Graph setup”.
Figure 4.89
4.7
Alarm Screen
This screen displays information about the alarms that occurred with the GC8000.
Press the
on the navigation bar to display the alarm screen.
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Example of Alarm Screen
The alarm screen consists of the following screens:
Alarm status screen
Alarm history screen
Alarm details screen
4.7.1
Alarm Status Screen
Screen components are as shown below.
GCM tab
Alarm details
Alarm status
Table scroll button
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Pressing the alarm status button on the lower left of the screen causes a transition to the alarm
status screen.
The figure in the column of “GCM” indicates the number of GC module to be occurred the alarm.
The brank means the entire hardware alarms are occurred.
Pressing the table scroll button causes scrolling through the table display area.
Pressing the alarm details button displays the alarm details screen. See 4.7.3 Alarm Details.
4.7.2
Alarm History Screen
Screen components are as shown below.
Alarm details
Alarm history
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GCM tab
Table scroll button
Clear alarm history
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Figure 4.92
Pressing the alarm history button on the lower left of the screen causes a transition to the alarm
history screen.
The figure in the column of “GCM” indicates the number of GC module to be occurred the alarm.
The brank means the entire hardware alarms have been occurred.
Pressing the table scroll button causes scrolling through table display area.
Pressing the clear alarm history button erases the alarm history. This operation is available if the
user level is set to B or higher.
Pressing the alarm details button displays the alarm details screen. See 4.7.3 Alarm Details.
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Alarm Details
The alarm details screen displays details of alarms.
Figure 4.93
4.7.4
Alarm Popup Screen
This screen appears automatically when an alarm occurs.
Figure 4.94
The user can configure which alarm level triggers the alarm popup screen. See “n Alarm Popup
Restriction” on page 4-18.
The display sequence is not related to alarm levels. The newest occurrence is added to the top of
the table.
The table contains a maximum of ten latest alarm occurrence. The table content is updated upon
occurrence of an additional alarm.
Pressing the Check all button recalls the screen that was displayed immediately before the alarm
popup.
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Help Screen
The help screen displays explanations of buttons and icons displayed on various screens.
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Figure 4.95
Example of Help Screen (Analyzer Overview Screen)
The help screen can be accessed from the screens listed below. Click the
screen.
on the respective
Analyzer overview screen
Analyzer operation screen
Analysis result screen
Chromatogram Screen
Alarm screen
Analyzer map screen
Setting screen
Pressing the BACK button recalls the original screen.
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5. EtherLCD
This section describes the EtherLCD, the general setting of the GC-HMI.
EtherLCD consolidates the settings for display of I/O and Ethernet connection status of analyzers
under connection; operation of I/O, user program, and detectors; and parameters of hardware
configuration, analysis method, and I/O, which are mainly used for maintenance among the
general settings from the GC-HMI.
This is equivalent to the functions of EtherLCD (display and operation), which is the humanmachine interface of GC1000 Mark II, excluding operation and display of analysis data.
Therefore, this function is also called EtherLCD for GC8000.
IMPORTANT
When you change parameter settings, make sure to push the “Close LCD Emulator” before
resetting the analyzer.
By closing EtherLCD, the parameters are stored into non-volatile memories.
Moreover, when turning off the power after changing the parameter settings, wait at least 1
minute in the Stop mode before doing so. This also applies when the parameter settings are
changed from another interface.
Status Menu
(1/2)
A/I Status
A/O Status
D/I Status
D/O Status
Remote A/O Status
Remote D/O Status
Revision number
Ethernet Status
Alarm Status
Figure 5.1
Example of the screen display
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n Overall LCD screen layout
The screen display consists of the following five display areas:
(a) Time of day area
(b) Title area
(c) Miscellaneous information area
(d) Message, input prompt, input data echo back area
(e) Function key description area
(b) Title area
(a) Time of day area
(c) Miscellaneous information area
(d) Message, input prompt, input data echo back area
(e) Function key description area
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Shared information
(a)
#1/#2/#3
#4:#5:#6
(b)
(#7/#8) or
(Changes pages with
or
NEXT
( →)
(←→)
(← )
PREV
key.)
(Changes displays with scroll keys
and
.
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l Display data list table
Display item
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
#6
#7
#8
Description
Current time: year
Current time: month
Current time: day
Current time: hour
Current time: minute
Current time: second
Current page number
Total page number
Set
Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
Year Lower 2 digits of the year
99
00
Month
12
1
Day
31
1
Hour
23
00
Minute
59
00
Second
59
00
Note 1: If display data is outside the limits or unknown, “?” appears in all digits of the item.
Note 2: If display data is shown based on certain values (conditions) and the values are outside the limits or unknown, “?” appears in all
digits of the item, too.
Description of the screen examples on and after the following pages:
• Display items vary depending on the setting.
• Only EtherLCD screen is displayed.
• Only specified function keys whose names are shown above F1 to F6 keys on the screen
are available. The number of the keys varies depending on the setting.
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User Level Switching
Before conducting any settings, the user level requires to be changed.
NOTE
The user level settings for the Analyzer Operation Data Display and EtherLCD are independent
and need to be set separately.
Press
among menu keys.
is pressed when the current user level is A (default), the screen shown in Figure 5.2 is
If
displayed.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
User Level Switching
Password * * * *
F1
F2
Figure 5.2
F3
F4
F5
F6
User level switching screen (when the current level is A)
This screen is displayed in remote mode.
A four-digit numeric password must be entered.
(Press
key to complete.)
(1) When the user level B password (1192) is entered - The user level is set to B.
(2) When the user level C password (1603) is entered - The user level is set to C.
When
displayed.
Table 5.1
User level
A
B
C
C+
is pressed after entering a password with numeric keys, the following screen is
User levels and authorities
Authorities
Password
Only viewing the operation status and analysis results is Not required (default)
possible.
Analyzer control is not allowed.
1192
Of the available analyzer controls, changing the operation
mode, changing the measurement status (excluding
command cancellation), and changing the range are
possible.
Viewing and setting of all analyzer control items are
1603
possible
except reanalyzing chromatograms.
1702
Permissions granted to C as well as clearing alarm
status, stopping analysis operations, editing and deleting
user programs, setting passwords, and reanalyzing
chromatograms.
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If the user level is other than A, the screen shown in Figure 5.3 is displayed. This example shows
the case where the current user level is C.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
User Level Switching
User Level B
User Level A by SET/ENT pressing
F1
F2
Figure 5.3
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the user level switching screen (when the current level is other than A)
This screen is displayed in local mode.
is pressed, the user level is changed to A.
When
Passwords can be changed. See the 5.3.11 Password Setting for details.
5.2
Status Display Screen
When
screen.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
is pressed on the EtherLCD screen, the screen navigates to the Status Display
Status Menu
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
(1/2)
> - A/I Status
- A/O Status
- D/I Status
- D/O Status
- Remote A/O Status
- Remote D/O Status
- Revision number
- Ethernet Status
- Alarm Status
F1
F2
Figure 5.4
F3
F4
F5
Status menu screen
(2/2)
> - Standard B.P data
- Operation Status
F6
The following menu screen is displayed after
To display the Status Menu (1/2), press
Status Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
is pressed.
.
TIP
• If the AI, AO, D/I and D/O cards are not inserted, the associated menu cannot be selected.
• If the Analog output num is 0 on the GCCU Setup screen, the Remote A/O status cannot be selected.
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A/I Status
To display the Analog Input (A/I) status, move the cursor (>) with
and press
or
to the A/I Status row
.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/I Status
Slot # 1
AI# Name Value
1 a1 0.000
2 0.000
3 0.000
4 0.000
5
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.5
Table
Slot#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the A/I status screen
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Table):
F6 (Slot #):
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the A/I Setup screen (see the 5.4.18 A/I Setting).
Sets a slot number (applicable only when multiple analog input cards are
inserted).
TIP
• On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the A/I cards inserted is displayed.
• For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of A/I cards can be accepted.
• The Value data are refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
If no A/I cards are inserted, the Status Menu screen displays “Not load” on the bottom.
Display Item
Name
Slot #
Slot number
AI #
A/I channel number
Name
A/I name
Value
A/I value
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
5
1
4
-0.25
1.25
Unit
Remarks
Absolute slot number
Relative channel number
8 single-byte alphanumeric
characters
If the value stored in the
database is 10000, it is shown
as 1.0000.
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A/O Status
To display the Analog Output (A/O) status, move the cursor (>) with
row and press
or
to the A/O Status
.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Status
Slot # 1
AO# Output item Value
1 Det 1-1 AO Chromatogram 0.000
2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
6 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
8 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
Menu
Table
Slot#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.6
Example of the A/O status screen
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Table):
F6 (Slot #):
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the A/O Setup screen.
Sets a slot number (applicable only when multiple analog output cards are
inserted).
TIP
• The Value data are refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
• On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the A/O cards inserted is displayed.
• For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of A/O cards can be accepted.
If no A/O cards are inserted, the Status Menu screen displays “Not load” on the bottom.
Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Slot #
Slot number
1
5
AO #
A/O channel number
1
8
Stream number on
1
31
the output
Peak number on the
1
999
output
Output item A/O output peak
name
Analysis results on
0.000
999.999
the output
0.000
9999.999
Analysis value unit
on the output
Detector number
Value
A/O value
-0.25
1.25
Unit
Remarks
Absolute slot number
Relative channel number
Relative peak number
8 single-byte alphanumeric
characters
When the unit is %
For other units
* The number of effective digits
is 6.
See the Measuring unit of the
Peak Setup-Specific screen.
* Only the upper 5 characters
are displayed.
None, 1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-2, 3-1, 3-2
* Oven number and relative
detector number
If the value stored in the
database is 10000, it is shown
as 1.0000.
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D/I Status
The D/I (contact input) status is displayed on the screen.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Status
Slot # 1
DI# Name Value Processing name
1 a1 Open Stream sequence
2 Open No assignment
3 Open No assignment
4 Open No assignment
5 Open No assignment
6 Open No assignment
7 Open No assignment
8 Open No assignment
Menu
Table
Slot#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.7
Example of the D/I status screen
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Table):
F6 (Slot #):
TIP
•
•
•
•
5
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the D/I Setup screen.
Sets a slot number.
The Value data are refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the D/I cards inserted is displayed.
For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of D/I or DI/O cards can be accepted.
Up to CH3 are displayed for DI/O cards.
If no D/I cards are inserted, the Status Menu screen displays “Not load” on the bottom.
Display Item
Name
Slot #
Slot number
DI #
D/I contact number
Name
D/I name
Status
Processing
name
Status
Processing name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
5
1
8
Unit
Remarks
Absolute slot number
Relative channel number
8 single-byte alphanumeric
characters
Open/Close
No assignment, Stream
sequence, Stream, Range
change Cal/Val, Operation
mode change, Alarm process
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D/O Status
n D/O Status screen (Normal Output)
The D/O (contact output) status is displayed on the screen.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
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D/O Status
Slot # 1
DO# Output item Status
1 Stream STR1 Off
2 No processing Off
3 No processing Off
4 No processing Off
5 No processing Off
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.8
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Table):
F6 (Slot #):
TIP
•
•
•
•
Table
Slot#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the D/O status screen
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the D/O Setup screen.
Sets a slot number.
The Status is refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the D/O cards inserted is displayed.
For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of D/O or DI/O cards can be accepted.
Up to CH3 are displayed for DI/O cards.
If no D/O cards are inserted, the Status Menu screen displays “Not load” on the bottom.
n D/O Status screen (Stream Identification)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/O Status
Slot # 1
DO# Output item Status
1 Stream identifying flag Off
2 Stream identification Off
3 Stream identification Off
4 No processing Off
5 No processing Off
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.9
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Table):
F6 (Slot #):
Table
Slot#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the D/O Status screen (Stream Identification)
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the D/O Setup screen.
Sets a slot number.
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TIP
•
•
•
•
•
•
The Status is refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the D/O cards inserted is displayed.
For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of D/O cards can be accepted.
Up to CH3 are displayed for DI/O cards.
One GCM stream identifying signal can be applied to multiple D/O cards.
In the case where the Stream identification has been set on the GCM Setup screen, the D/O is used for that
purpose.
Example:
Stream identification setup for the GCM1 (where the first number of the stream
identification D/O is 1)
Slot
Stream
identification
1
DO1
Stream
Up to 3 streams
identifying flag
Stream
Up to 7 streams
identifying flag
Stream
Up to 15 streams
identifying flag
Stream
Up to 31 streams
identifying flag
DO2
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Display Item
Name
Slot #
Slot number
DO #
D/O contact number
Output item
Status
Note:
DO3
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
2
DO4
DO5
DO1
Normal output Normal output Normal output
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Normal output Normal output
Stream
identification
Stream
identification
Normal output
Stream
identification
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
1
5
Absolute slot number
1
5
Number Relative contact number
No assignment
Stream sequence
Stream
Operation mode
Alarm
Timing
Cal/Val
Str valve select
* See Note.
Off, On
1: The selected GCM number and stream sequence number are displayed.
2: The selected stream number is displayed
3: The selected GCM number and operation mode are displayed.
4: The selected GCM number and alarm level/concentration alarm are displayed.
5: The selected SYS number, SYS method and sequence order selection are displayed.
6: The selected GCM number and calibration/validation number are displayed.
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Remote A/O Status
The remote A/O status is displayed.
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Remote A/O Status
(1/5)
R-AO# Output item Value
1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
5 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
6 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
7 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
8 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 0.000
Menu
Table
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Note:
Figure 5.10
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Table):
Example of the remote A/O status screen
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the Remote A/O Setup screen.
TIP
• If the Analog output num is 0 on the GCCU Setup screen, this screen will not be displayed.
• Only the Value data are refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second). When the A/O output is
updated (i.e., the A/O screen update flag is 1), all the data are refreshed.
• If an unassigned stream number or an unassigned peak number is specified, “?” appears in all digits of the
peak number, output item, analysis result value and its unit of the stream.
Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
R-AO #
Remote A/O channel
1
36
Number Channel number
number
Stream number on
1
31
Number
the output
Peak number on the
1
999
Number
output
Display item Remote A/O output
Alphanumeric: 8 charactors (8
peak name
bytes)
Analysis result value
0.000
999.999
%
When the unit is %
on the output
0.000
9999.999
ppm When the unit is ppm
0.000
9999.999
No unit
* The number of effective digits
is 6.
Analysis result value
0.000
999.999
When the unit is %
on the output
0.000
9999.999
For other units
* The number of effective digits
is 6.
Value
Remote A/O value
–0.25
1.25
If the value stored in the
database is 10000, it is shown
as 1.0000.
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Remote D/O Status
The remote D/O status is displayed.
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Remote D/O Status
(1/4)
R-DO# Status
1 Off
2 Off
3 Off
4 Off
5 Off
6 Off
7 Off
8 Off
Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.11
Example of the remote D/O status screen
F1 (Menu):
5
Displays the Status Menu screen.
TIP
The Status is refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
Display Item
Name
R-DO #
Remote D/O contact
number
Status
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Remarks
1
32
Number Contact number
Off, On
Revision Number
The revisions of the main CPU and the HMI are displayed.
n Revision Number screen (Main)
To display the revisions of the main CPU and the HMI.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Revision number
Main CPU (CPLD) Rev 0.00.01 (Rev -.- -)
HMI Rev -. - -. - -
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.12
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Main):
I/O
Oven
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the revision number screen (Main)
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the Revision Number screen (Main).
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Displays the Revision Number screen (I/O).
F4 (Oven):
Displays the Revision Number screen (Oven).
F6 (Oven #):
Display Item
Main CPU
HMI
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0.01.01
9.99.99
Main CPU
(CPLD)
0.01
Unit
Remarks
The revision number for the HMI
is not stored in the database.
If the revision data is not
existed, the revision number is
shown with “-”.
If the revision data is not
existed, the revision number is
shown with “-”.
Unit
Remarks
Not provided, DI, DO, DI/O, AI,
AO, COM, UP
The revision number for the HMI
is not stored in the database.
If the revision data is not
existed, the revision number is
shown with “-”.
9.99
n Revision Number screen (I/O)
To display the revision numbers of the I/Os, press F3 (I/O).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Revision number
Slot 1 ( UP ) Rev 0.00.01 (Rev -.- -)
Slot 2 ( AO ) Rev -. - -. - - (Rev 0.01)
Slot 3 ( NONE ) Rev -. - -. - - (Rev -.- -)
Slot 4 ( NONE ) Rev -. - -. - - (Rev -.- -)
Slot 5 ( NONE ) Rev -. - -. - - (Rev -.- -)
Menu
Main
Oven
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.13
Example of the revision number screen (I/O)
Display Item
Name
Slot1 to Slot5 Names of Slot1 to
Slot5
Rev *1
(Rev ) *2
*1:
*2:
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0.01.01
0.01
9.99.99
99.99
The CPU revision is displayed for a COM or UP card.
The CPLD revision is displayed for an A/I card. The CPU revision is displayed for an A/O card.
No revision is displayed for a D/I, D/O, or DI/O card (there are no revisions).
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n Revision Number screen (Oven)
The revision number of the oven (isothermal oven or programmed-temperature oven) is
displayed.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Revision number
Oven # 1
CPU (CPLD) Rev 0.00.01 (Rev -.- -)
TEMP (CPLD) (Rev -.- -)
Det 1 (FPGA) (Rev -.- -)
Det 2 (FPGA) (Rev -.- -)
5
Menu
Main
I/O
Oven#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.14
Example of the revision number screen (Oven)
To display the revision number of the other oven, press F6 (Oven #).
Press the Set/Ent key after entering the oven number with numeric keys.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Oven CPU
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
CPU (CPLD) Oven CPU (CPLD)
TEMP
(CPLD)
DET1
(FPGA)
DET2
(FPGA)
5.2.8
Unit
Remarks
The revision number for the HMI
is not stored in the database.
If the revision data is not
existed, the revision number is
shown with “-”.
If the revision data is not
existed, the revision number is
shown with “-”.
Ethernet Status
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Modbus):
F5 (TCP):
F6 (MAC):
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the Modbus IP Address screen.
Displays the TCP/IP Address screen.
Displays the MAC Address screen.
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The TCP/IP address is displayed.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Ethernet Status
TCP
PCAS1/TCP1
PCAS1/TCP2
PCAS2/TCP1
PCAS2/TCP2
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.15
Disconne
Disconne
Disconne
Disconne
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
(1/2)
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0.
0
0
0
0
Ethernet Status
(2/2)
TCP
HMI/TCP1 Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
HMI/TCP2 Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
EtherLCD Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
GCCU Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS
MAC
Menu
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
Example of the TCP/IP address screen
F2
F3
MODBUS
F4
F5
MAC
F6
TIP
The TCP/IP address is refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
Display Item
Name
TCP
TCP connection flag
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
TCP/IP address
Unit
Remarks
Disconnected
Connected (normal)
Connected (forced)
n MODBUS IP Address screen
To display the MODBUS IP address, press F4 (Modbus).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Ethernet Status
(1/4)
MODBUS SERVER
MODBUS-1 Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-2 Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-3 Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-4 Disconne 0. 0. 0. 0
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.16
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Ethernet Status
(2/4)
MODBUS CLIENT
MODBUS-1 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-2 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-3 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-4 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-5 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-6 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-7 None 0. 0. 0. 0
MODBUS-8 None 0. 0. 0. 0
TCP
MAC
Menu
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
Example of the Modbus IP address screen
F2
F3
F4
TCP
F5
MAC
F6
TIP
The MODBUS IP address is refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
IP addresses for up to MODBUS-20 are displayed (four pages in total).
The MODBUS communication status with the registered GC is displayed together with the IP
address of the GC.
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Display Item
Name
MODBUS
MODBUS
client
connection status
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Unit
MODBUS IP address
Remarks
None
Connected
Disconnected
n MAC Address screen
To display the MAC address, press F6 (MAC).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Ethernet Status
MAC
MAC address A 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00
MAC address B 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.17
Display Item
MAC address
A, MAC
address B
5.2.9
5
MODBUS TCP
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the MAC address screen
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Unit
Remarks
Alarm Status
The detailed contents of the alarm can be indicated at the GC-HMI.(Refer to “4.7 Alarm Screen”)
Pressing the function key “F2” causes a transition to the alarm history screen.
TIP
• The screen for GCM#1 to 6 indicates the alarm to be occurred at each GC module. It for GCM#0 displays
the entire hardware alarm.
• The display can be scrolled vertically by the alarm row using the vertical scroll keys.
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n Alarm Status screen
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Alarm Status
Total 1 GCM # 0
ALM # Contents Date Time
31 Card ID error 11/11 14:10
Menu History
GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.18
Example of the alarm status screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Status Menu screen.
F2 (History): Displays the Alarm Historical Record screen.
F6 (GCM #): Specifies a GCM number.
TIP
This operation is possible in Manual status.
Alarms for the entire unit can be cleared when all the GCMs are in Manual status.
TIP
• The alarms are indicated in numerical order.
Display Item
Name
Total
Total number of the
current alarms
GCM #
GCM number
ALM #
Alarm number
Contents
Date Time
Date Time: Month
Date Time: Day
Date Time: Hour
Date Time: Minute
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0
1
6
400
1
1
00
00
12
31
23
59
Unit
Remarks
0: Alarm for the entire unit
Refer to “7.1.4
Alarm
Contents”
Month
Day
Hour
Minute
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n Alarm Historical Record
To display the alarm history, press F2 (History).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Alarm Historical Record
Total 1 GCM # 0
Date Time ALM # Contents
11/11 14:10 1 31 Card ID error 10
5
Alarm
F1
F2
Figure 5.19
Auto
Clean GCM#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the alarm historical record
F1 (Alarm):
F3 (Auto):
F5 (Clean):
Displays the Alarm Status screen.
Starts to refresh the alarm status automatically at an interval of 1 second.
Flushes the alarm history buffer and starts the Auto refresh. For this operation,
the user level C or higher is required.
F6 (GCM #): Specifies a GCM number.
TIP
• The newer data are shown in upper rows in order.
• Auto refresh is executed as long as the top data is the newest upon the occurrence of an alarm incident.
• Between the Date Time and ALM #, the alarm status is shown as 1 (On) or 0 (Off).
Display Item
Name
Total
Total number of
alarms in the history
data table
GCM #
GCM number
Date Time
Date Time: Month
Date Time: Day
Date Time: Hour
Date Time: Minute
Alarm status
ALM #
Alarm number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0
1
1
00
00
6
12
31
23
59
1
600
Unit
Remarks
Month
Day
Hour
Minute
0: Alarm for the entire unit
1: Alarm activated,
0: Alarm deactivated
Refer to “7.1.4
Alarm
Contents”
Alphanumeric: 12 characters
Contents
Alarm information 1
Alarm information 2
0
0
0xFFFF
0xFFFF
* The first 12 characters are
shown when the length
exceeds the limit.
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Standard B.P data
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Standard B.P data
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Standard B.P data
(2/7)
Stream # 1
Stream # 1
% Elapsed time B.P % Elapsed time B.P
% Elapsed time B.P % Elapsed time B.P
0.5 64.0 77.1 8 126.8 153.3
16 157.9 177.9 24 184.9 196.6
1 79.7 100.3 9 130.8 156.8
17 162.5 181.1 25 187.4 198.3
2 86.9 114.7 10 135.8 161.0
18 165.8 183.4 26 190.4 200.3
3 98.8 128.2 11 139.0 163.6
19 167.8 184.8 27 193.3 202.3
4 104.6 133.5 12 142.9 166.7
20 170.6 186.8 28 195.2 203.6
5 109.7 138.2 13 147.8 170.5
21 174.0 189.1 29 196.8 204.7
6 115.7 143.6 14 151.7 173.5
22 178.3 192.1 30 198.6 205.9
7 122.5 149.5 15 154.8 175.7
23 182.1 194.7 31 200.8 207.4
Menu
GCM# Menu
GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.20
Example of the standard B.P data screen
F1 (Menu):
(1/7)
Displays the Status Menu screen.
• Display data are not refreshed automatically.
Display Item
Name
Stream #
Stream number
%
Distill %
Elapsed time
B.P
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Remarks
1
31
0.5
99.5
%
0.5, 1 to 99 and 99.5
0.0
21600.0 Seconds
–999.9
9999.9
The unit depends on the
Temperature unit set on the
SIMDIS Setup screen.
Reference:
The actual possible value range
is from –259.0οC to 1013.0οC or
–434.2οF to 1855.4οF.
* οF = 1.8 × οC + 32
Operation Status
To show the Status Menu (1/2), press
.
n Operation Status screen (Total Operation Time)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Status
>
- Total operation time 0 h
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.21
Oven
StrV
Det
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation status screen (Total Operation Time)
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F1 (Menu):
F3 (Oven):
F4 (StrV):
F5 (Det):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Valve Operation Count screen.
Displays the Stream Valve Operation Count screen.
Displays the Detector Operation Count screen.
TIP
• Display data are not refreshed automatically.
• For the operation, the user level C or higher is required.
Display Item
Total
Operation
Time
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
0
99999999 Hours
○
Remarks
5
n Operation Status screen
Press F3 (Oven).
l Valve Operation Count
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Status
(1/2)
Oven #1
>
- Valve 1-1 0
- Valve 1-2 * * * * * * * *
- Valve 1-3 * * * * * * * *
- Valve 1-4 * * * * * * * *
- Valve 1-5 * * * * * * * *
- Valve 1-6 * * * * * * * *
- Valve 1-7 * * * * * * * *
Menu
GC
F1
F2
Figure 5.22
F1 (Menu):
F2 (GC):
F4 (StrV):
F5 (Det):
F6 (Oven #):
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Status
(2/2)
Oven #1
>
- ATM 1-1 0
- ATM 1-2 * * * * * * * *
- P. Valve for Cooling * * * * * * * *
- Vortex 0
StrV
Det
Oven# Menu
GC
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
Example of the valve operation count screen
F3
StrV
F4
Det
F5
Oven#
F6
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Total Operation Time screen.
Displays the Stream Valve Operation Count screen.
Displays the Detector Operation Count screen.
Specifies an oven number.
If no valves are installed, the data will be shown as * (asterisk).
TIP
• Display data are not refreshed automatically.
• For the operation, the user level C or higher is required.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Valve N-1 to Valve N-1
Valve N-7
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1
3
0
99999999 Times
○
Remarks
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l Valve Operation Count (others)
To show the Operation Status screen (2/2), press
.
TIP
• Display data are not refreshed automatically.
• For the operation, the user level C or higher is required.
• If no ATM valve, P. valve for cooling or vortex is installed, the data will be shown as *
(asterisk).
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
ATM valve
N-1, N-2
P. valve for
cooling
Vortex
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
1
3
0
99999999 Times
○
○
0
99999999
Times
○
0
99999999
Hours
Remarks
n Operation Status screen (Stream Valve Operation Count)
Press F4 (StrV).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Status
StrV # 1
> - Stream valve 0
Menu
GC
F1
F2
Figure 5.23
F1 (Menu):
F2 (GC):
F3 (Oven):
F5 (Det):
F6 (StrV #):
Oven
Det
StrV#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation status screen (Stream Valve Operation Count)
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Total Operation Time screen.
Displays the Valve Operation Count screen.
Displays the Detector Operation Count screen.
Specifies a stream valve number.
TIP
• Display data are not refreshed automatically.
• For the operation, the user level C or higher is required.
Display Item
Name
StrV #
Stream valve
number
Stream valve
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
31
○
0
99999999
Unit
Remarks
Times
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n Operation Status screen (Detector ON Time)
Press F5 (Det).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Status
Oven #1 Det #1
> - 1st action time 0 h
- 2nd action time * * * * * * * *
5
Menu
GC
F1
F2
Figure 5.24
F1 (Menu):
F2 (GC):
F3 (Oven):
F4 (StrV):
F5 (Oven #):
F6 (Det #):
Oven
StrV
Oven#
Det#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation status screen (Detector ON Time)
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Total Operation Time screen.
Displays the Valve Operation Count screen.
Displays the Stream Valve Operation Count screen.
Specifies an oven number.
Specifies a detector number.
TIP
Display data are not refreshed automatically.
If the detector type is TCD or FID, the 2nd action time will be shown as * (asterisk).
• If no detectors are installed, the data will be shown as * (asterisk).
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
1st action
time, 2nd
action time
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
1
3
1
2
0
99999999 Hours
○
Remarks
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Operation Display screen
Pressing the Operation menu key navigates to the Operation Display screen.
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Operation Menu
(1/2)
> - A/O Chromatogram Operation
- A/O Operation
- D/O Operation
- Remote A/O Operation
- Remote D/O Operation
- User Program Operation
- SD card Operation
- Auto Tuning Operation
- Det Adjustment
F1
F2
Figure 5.25
F3
F4
F5
Operation menu screen
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Operation Menu
(2/2)
> - Status Switching
- Password Setup
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
To show the Menu screen below, press the Next key.
TIP
A/O Operation, D/O Operation, Remote A/O Operation, Remote D/O Operation, SD Card Operation and Auto
Tuning Operation are selectable only when all the GCMs are in Manual status and in Stop mode.
• The Det Adjustment screen for the detector with the smallest number is displayed.
• If the Analog output num is 0 on the GCCU screen, the Remote A/O Operation status cannot
be selected.
• During auto tuning, the screen navigates automatically to the Auto Tuning Operation screen.
5.3.1
A/O Chromatogram Operation
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A/O Chromatogram Operation
Oven #1 Det #1 ( TCD )
Auto gain None
Whole gain value 0
Auto zero Off
Auto zero value 0.0000 mV
Auto zero time 0.0 s
Menu A.Zero C.Zero Table Oven#
Det#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.26
Example of the A/O chromatogram operation screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (A.Zero):
F3 (C.Zero):
F4 (Table):
F5 (Oven #):
F6 (Det #):
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
Executes the Manual zero.
Clears values to zero.
Displays the Det Status Setup screen.
Sets an oven number.
Sets a detector number.
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• Pressing F2 (A.Zero) sets the current detector output value to 0 mV exclusively for the A/O
chromatogram. The screen then displays “Auto zero executed.”
• Pressing F3 (C.Zero) displays “Zero value clear executed.”
• The screen for Oven 1 and Det 1 is displayed as the initial screen.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
Auto gain
○
Whole gain
value
Auto zero
○
Auto zero
value
Auto zero
time
5.3.2
0
15
–1000.0000
1000.0000
0
21600.0
Unit
Remarks
None
TCD
FID
FID-MC
FPD
None (default)
Individual gain
Whole gain*
* Exclusively for the A/O
chromatogram
Automatic feed (default)
Auto zero value
Disabled
Former chromatogram standard
value
If the value is 0.0 seconds, the
value is set to the zero value
automatically obtained at the
start of the analysis cycle
A/O Operation
Navigating to the A/O Operation screen sets the mode to A/O Manual and all the outputs of 32
A/O channels become 4 mA. On the A/O Operation screen, setting commands are available for
any of the up to 32 A/O channels. Navigating to other screens cancels the A/O Manual mode, and
according to the settings, outputs are made from each A/O channel.
To set the output value of an AO, select the A/O number with the cursor, enter the set value and
press the Set/Ent key. Note that this operation must be done in Manual status and in Stop mode.
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A/O Operation
Slot #1
AO# Set value
>
- 1 0.0000
- 2 0.0000
- 3 0.0000
- 4 0.0000
- 5 0.0000
- 6 0.0000
- 7 0.0000
- 8 0.0000
Menu
Slot#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.27
Example of the A/O operation screen
F1 (Menu):
F6 (Slot#):
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
Sets a slot number.
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For this operation, the user level C or higher is required.
• On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the A/O cards inserted is
displayed.
• For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of A/O cards can be accepted.
Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
Slot
Slot number
1
5
Absolute slot number
AO #
A/O channel number
1
8
Number Relative channel number
Set value
○
–0.2500
1.2500
After the value is set, 0 to 1 is
output as 4 to 20 mA.
5.3.3
D/O Operation
Navigating to the D/O Operation screen sets the mode to D/O Manual and all the D/O contacts
(up to 25) are turned off. On the D/O Operation screen, both the On and Off commands are
available. Navigating to other screens cancels the D/O Manual mode, and according to the
settings, each D/O contact is turned On or Off.
To change the D/O status to On or Off, select the D/O number with the cursor and press the Set/
Ent key. Note that this operation must be done in Manual status and in Stop mode.
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D/O Operation
Slot #1
DO# Status
>
- 1 On
- 2 Off
- 3 Off
- 4 Off
- 5 Off
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.28
F1 (Menu):
F6 (Slot #):
Slot#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the D/O Operation screen
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
Sets a slot number.
TIP
For this operation, the user level C or higher is required.
• On the initial screen, the smallest slot number among those of the D/O cards inserted is
displayed.
• For the slot number setting, only slot numbers of D/O cards can be accepted.
Display Item
Name
Slot
Slot number
DO #
D/O contact number
Status
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
1
5
Absolute slot number
1
5
Number Relative D/O contact number
○
Off, On
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Remote A/O Operation
Navigating to the Remote A/O Operation screen sets the mode to Remote A/O Manual and the
outputs of all 36 remote A/O channels become 4 mA. On the Remote A/O Operation screen,
a command to set values between 0 and 1 is available for each of the up to 36 remote A/O
channels. Navigating to other screens cancels the Remote A/O Manual mode, and according to
the settings, outputs are made from each remote A/O channel.
To set the output value of a remote AO, select the remote A/O number with the cursor, enter the
set value and press the Set/Ent key. Note that this operation must be done in Manual status and
in Stop mode.
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Remote A/O Operation
(1/1)
R-AO# Set value
>
- 1 0.0000
- 2 0.0000
- 3 0.0000
- 4 0.0000
- 5 0.0000
- 6 0.0000
- 7 0.0000
- 8 0.0000
- 9 0.0000
Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.29
Example of the remote A/O operation screen
F1 (Menu):
5
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
TIP
For this operation, the user level C or higher is required.
• If the Analog output num is 0 on the GCCU Setup screen, this screen will not be displayed.
Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
R-AO #
Remote A/O channel
1
36
Number Remote A/O channel number
number
Set value
○
–0.2500
1.2500
After the value is set, 0 to 1 is
output as 4 to 20 mA.
* Internally, the value is written
in the MODBUS remote A/O
data table.
* The initial value is 0.0000.
5.3.5
Remote D/O Operation
Navigating to the remote D/O Operation screen sets the mode to Remote D/O Manual and all the
remote D/O contacts are turned Off. On the Remote D/O Operation screen, both the On and Off
commands are available. Navigating to other screens cancels the Remote D/O Manual mode,
and according to the settings, all remote D/O contacts are turned On or Off.
To change the remote D/O status to On or Off, select the remote D/O number with the cursor and
press the Set/Ent key. Note that this operation must be done in Manual status and in Stop mode.
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Remote D/O Operation
(1/1)
R-DO# Status
>
- 1 On
- 2 Off
- 3 Off
- 4 Off
- 5 Off
- 6 Off
- 7 Off
- 8 Off
- 9 Off
Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.30
Example of the remote D/O operation screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
TIP
For this operation, the user level C or higher is required.
Display Item
Name
R-DO #
Remote D/O contact
number
Status
5.3.6
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
1
32
Number Up to 32 contacts
○
○
Off, On
User Program Operation
n User Program Operation screen
The screen displays the execution status and current status of the user program (end of peak
detect script). The change of the execution status and the forced stop of the script are also
possible via this screen.
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User Program Operation
(1/9)
Enable Status
> - SYS#1 Disable Stopping
- SYS#2 Disable Stopping
- SYS#3 Disable Stopping
- SYS#4 Disable Stopping
- SYS#5 Disable Stopping
- SYS#6 Disable Stopping
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.31
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User Program Operation
(2/9)
Enable Status
>
- Period#1 Disable Stopping
- Period#2 Disable Stopping
- Period#3 Disable Stopping
- Period#4 Disable Stopping
- Period#5 Disable Stopping
- Period#6 Disable Stopping
- Period#7 Disable Stopping
- Period#8 Disable Stopping
Edit
Stop
Menu
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
Example of the user program operation screen
Edit
F3
F4
Stop
F5
F6
The screen displays the execution status and current status of the user program (period script).
The change of the execution status and the forced stop of the script are also possible via this
screen.
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Edit):
Displays the Status Menu screen.
Displays the User Program Edit screen.
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F5 (Stop):
Executes the forced stop command.
• After selecting a SYS number, the option displayed is Enable if the execution status is
currently disabled, and Disable if it is currently enabled.
• Pressing F5 (Stop) displays Input script number (SYS #). Entering the target script number
for the end of peak detect executes the forced stop command.
TIP
The Status is refreshed automatically at a fixed interval (1 second).
Display Item
Enable
Name
Status
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
Unit
Disable
Enable
Stopping
Executing
Remarks
5
n User Program Edit screen
Press F3 (Edit).
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User Program Edit
Type #1 NO #1
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
- AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
> - AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Main
Save
Add
Del
Type#
NO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.32
Example of the user program edit screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Save):
F3 (Add):
F4 (Del):
F5 (Type #):
F6 (No #):
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
Saves the script file.
Add a command line.
Delete a command line.
Specifies a type number.
Specifies a SYS number for the end of peak detect script type; or a period script
number for the period script type.
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• For this operation, the user level C+ is required.
• The following values can be entered:
0 to 9, A to Z, ( ) * / + – =, space and backspace.
•
•
Type number
1: End of peak detect script
2: Period script
Up to 8 lines each of which consists of 32 characters are displayed.
Note that the maximum number of characters per line of a script is 128; therefore, if a script
line contains over 32 characters, it is split into two or more lines on the display.
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• Both 0x0A and 0x0D0A can be used for script delimiters.
• Scripts can be scrolled with the Up/Down keys.
• Pressing the Set/Ent key or F3 (Save) after setting the cursor on the target row when the
execution status is enabled, the screen displays the error message “No execution because
of executing.”
Display Item
Name
Type #
Type Number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
2
No #
Script
○
1
1
6
64
Unit
Remarks
End of peak detect script
Period script
For the type number 1
For the type number 2
Alphanumeric: 32 characters
Edit examples:
(1) Displays a script.
Figure 5.33
User program edit screen (Example of editing 1)
(2) Presses the Set/Ent key.
Figure 5.34
User program edit screen (Example of editing 2)
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(3) Moves the cursor to the left. (V key)
5
Figure 5.35
User program edit screen (Example of editing 3)
(4) Edits the script.
Figure 5.36
User program edit screen (Example of editing 4)
(5) Then, presses the Set/Ent key.
Figure 5.37
User program edit screen (Example of editing 5)
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(6) Edits the script.
Figure 5.38
User program edit screen (Example of editing 6)
(7) Then, presses the Set/Ent key.
Figure 5.39
User program edit screen (Example of editing 7)
(8) Presses F4 to delete a line.
Figure 5.40
User program edit screen (Example of editing 8)
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(9) Presses F3 to add a line.
5
Figure 5.41
5.3.7
User program edit screen (Example of editing 9)
SD Card Operation
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SD card Operation
Is the SD card formatted?
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.42
Format
F3
F4
F5
SD card operation screen
F6
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
F3 (Format): Executes the SD card formatting.
TIP
For this operation, the user level C or higher is required and the operation mode is in Stop mode.
• Pressing F3 (Format) executes formatting. If it is finished successfully, the screen displays
“It succeeded in the format”; otherwise “It failed in the format.”
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Auto Tuning Operation
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Auto Tuning Operation
Auto Tuning Stopping
>
- Oven number ?
- SYS number 0
- SYS Method 0
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.43
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Start):
F4 (Stop):
Start
Stop
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the auto tuning operation screen
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
Starts auto tuning.
Ends auto tuning.
TIP
• For this operation, the user level C or higher is required.
• The operation is possible when all the GCMs are in Manual status and the operation mode is Stop. In
addition, the temperature controller of the associated oven needs to be On.
• During auto tuning, the oven number, SYS number and SYS method cannot be changed.
• After "Stopping" message is outputted, temperature may exceed preset temperature temporarily.
• At the start of auto tuning, a validation check is implemented on the oven number and the
SYS number and method. If any invalidity is found, auto tuning will not be executed. The
screen then displays the message “The setting is different.”
* If the SYS number does not belong to the specified oven, it results in an error.
* Even when both the SYS number and method are zero, auto tuning will still be executed.
• If the temperature controller of the oven is off when auto tuning is started by pressing F3
(Start), the screen displays the error message “Cannot start auto tuning.”
During auto tuning, pressing F1 (Menu) will not navigate to the Operation Menu screen. It
displays the message “Cannot operate because of Auto Tuning.”
Display Item
Auto tuning
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Oven number
SYS number
○
○
1
(0), 1
3
6
SYS method
○
(0), 1
6
Unit
Remarks
Stopping, Executing
* If the operation mode for the
SYS number is Auto Tuning,
“Executing” is displayed.
SYS numbers that are not
registered in the GCM cannot
be entered.
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n Detector type: TCD - Reset screen
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Det Adjustment
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( TCD )
>
- Det operation Off
Reset status Initialized
5
Menu Adjust
Reset Oven#
Det#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.44
Example of the detector type: TCD - reset screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Adjust):
F4 (Reset):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Det Adjustment (Execution) screen.
Initializes voltage values.
Pressing F4 displays the options Abort and Initialize. If the Set/Ent key is
pressed after the selection of Initialize, the TCD voltage value is set to its
minimum value 5.0 V.
F5 (Oven #): Sets an oven number.
F6 (Det #):
Sets a detector number.
• The TCD voltage value is read at a one-second interval, when, if the value is 0.0 V, the
status is refreshed with Initialized; otherwise Setting done.
• The Det operation is refreshed at a one-second interval.
• The numbers of ovens to which no detectors are installed cannot be set via F5.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Det operation
Reset status
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
○
○
Unit
Remarks
TCD
Off, On
* For this operation, the user
level C or higher is required and
the operation mode must be
Stop in Manual status.
Initialized, Setting done
* If the voltage value is
zero, Initialized is displayed;
otherwise Setting done.
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n Detector type: TCD - Execution screen
Press F2 (Adjust).
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Det Adjustment
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( TCD )
>
- Det operation Off
Voltage value 0.0 V
Cuttent value 0.0 mA
- Target current
Main
<<
<
>
>>
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.45
Example of the detector type: TCD - execution screen
F2 (Main):
F3 (<<):
F4 (<):
F5 (>):
F6 (>>):
Displays the Det Adjustment (Reset) screen.
Decreases the value by 16 steps within the range of 0 to 255 (for the TCD, by
approximately 0.94 V within the range of 5.0 V to 20.0 V).
Decreases the value by 1 step within the range of 0 to 255 (for the TCD, by
approximately 0.06 V within the range of 5.0 V to 20.0 V).
Increases the value by 1 step within the range of 0 to 255 (for the TCD, by
approximately 0.06 V within the range of 5.0 V to 20.0 V).
Increases the value by 16 steps within the range of 0 to 255 (for the TCD, by
approximately 0.94 V within the range of 5.0 V to 20.0 V).
• To toggle the Det On/Off status, set the cursor on the Det operation and press the Set/Ent
key. The screen displays “Setting succeeded” or “Setting failed” in the second line on the
bottom.
• If the Up/Down command keys are pressed to adjust the value within the range of 0 to 255
and the command is successfully sent internally, “Setting succeeded” is displayed. Users
can confirm the results with the voltage value and current value refreshed every second.
• Selecting the Target current displays Target current (AAA/BB):. If the value 250/10 is
entered, it will be shown as 250+/–10 mA, 250 as 250+/– mA and 50/5 as +/–5 mA.
• The numbers of ovens to which no detectors are installed cannot be set via F5.
TIP
The Det operation, Voltage value and Current value are refreshed at a one-second interval.
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Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Det operation
Voltage value
Current value
Target current
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
Unit
○
○
0.0
0.0
20.0
500.0
V
mA
Remarks
TCD
Off, On
* For this operation, the user
level C or higher is required and
the operation mode must be
Stop in Manual status.
Numeric, period “.” and slash “/”
are enabled: 16 characters
Input format: AA.A/B.B
Output format: AA.A+/–B.B mA
n Detector type: FID-MC - Reset screen
Press F2 (Adjust).
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Det Adjustment
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( FID-MC )
>
- Det operation Off
Reset status Initialized
Menu Adjust
Reset Oven#
Det#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.46
Example of the detector type: FID-MC - reset screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Adjust):
F4 (Reset):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Det Adjustment (Execution) screen.
Initializes a voltage value.
Pressing F4 displays the options “Abort” and “Initialize.” If the Set/Ent key
is pressed after the selection of “Initialize,” the MC voltage value is set to its
minimum value 10.0 V.
F5 (Oven #): Sets an oven number.
F6 (Det #):
Sets a detector number.
• Pressing F4 displays the options “Abort” and “Initialize” in the second line on the bottom. If
the Set/Ent key is pressed after the selection of “Initialize,” the MC voltage value is set to its
minimum value 10.0 V.
• The MC voltage value is read at a one-second interval, when, if the value is 0x0, the status
is refreshed with “Initialized”; otherwise Setting done.
• The Det operation is refreshed at a one-second interval.
• The numbers of ovens to which no detectors are installed cannot be set via F5.
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Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Det operation
Reset status
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
Unit
Remarks
FID-MC
Off, On
* For this operation, the user
level C or higher is required and
the operation mode must be
Stop in Manual status.
Initialized, Setting done
If the voltage value is zero,
Initialized is displayed;
otherwise Setting done.
○
○
n Detector type: FID-MC – Execution screen
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Det Adjustment
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( FID-MC )
>
- Det operation Off
MC voltage value 0.0 V
- Target MC current
Main
<<
<
>
>>
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.47
Example of the detector type: FID-MC – execution screen
F2 (Main):
F3 (<<):
F4 (<):
F5 (>):
F6 (>>):
Displays the Det Adjustment (Reset) screen.
Decreases the value by 16 steps within the range of 0 to 255 (for the MC, by
approximately 0.75 V within the range of 10.0 V to 22.0 V).
Decreases the value by 1 step within the range of 0 to 255 (for the MC, by
approximately 0.05 V within the range of 10.0 V to 22.0 V).
Increases the value by 1 step within the range of 0 to 255 (for the MC, by
approximately 0.05 V within the range of 10.0 V to 22.0 V).
Increases the value by 16 steps within the range of 0 to 255 (for the MC, by
approximately 0.75 V within the range of 10.0 V to 22.0 V).
• To toggle the Det On/Off status, set the cursor on the Det operation and press the Set/Ent
key. The screen displays “Setting succeeded” or “Setting failed” in the second line on the
bottom.
• If the Up/Down command keys are pressed to adjust the value within the range of 0 to 255
and the command is successfully sent internally, “Setting succeeded” is displayed. Users
can confirm the results with the voltage value and current value refreshed every second.
• Selecting the Target MC voltage displays Target MC voltage (AA.A/B.B):. If the value
17.5/0.5 is entered, it will be shown as 17.5+/–0.5 V, 5.0 as 5.0+/– V and 2/1 as 2.0+/– 1.0 V.
• The numbers of ovens to which no detectors are installed cannot be set via F5.
TIP
The Det operation, MC voltage value are refreshed at a one-second interval.
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Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Det operation
MC voltage
value
Target MC
voltage
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
Unit
○
0.0
20.0
V
○
Remarks
FID-MC
Off, On
* For this operation, the user
level C or higher is required and
the operation mode must be
Stop in Manual status.
Numeric, period “.” and slash “/”
are enabled: 16 characters
Input format: AA.A/B.B
Output format: AA.A+/–B.B mA
n Detector type: FID or FPD
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
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Det Adjustment
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( FID )
>
- Det operation Off
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.48
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Det Adjustment
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( FPD )
>
- Det operation Off
Oven#
Det#
Menu
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
Example of the detector adjustment screen (FID or FPD)
F4
Oven#
F5
Det#
F6
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Sets an oven number.
F6 (Det #):
Sets a detector number.
• The Det operation is refreshed at a one-second interval.
• The numbers of ovens to which no detectors are installed cannot be set via F5.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Det operation
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
○
Unit
Remarks
FID
FPD
Off, On
* For this operation, the user
level C or higher is required and
the operation mode must be
Stop in Manual status.
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Status Switching
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Status Switching
GCM # 1
>
- Status Process
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.49
GCM#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the status switching screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
F6 (GCM #): Sets a GCM number.
• The status is refreshed every one second.
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM number
Status
5.3.11
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
○
Unit
Remarks
Process, Manual
Password Setup
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Password Setup
> - User Level B - - - - User Level C - - - - User Level C+ - - - -
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.50
F1 (Menu):
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the password setup screen
Displays the Operation Menu screen.
TIP
• For this operation, the user level C+ is required.
• All zeros and passwords used for other user levels cannot be accepted.
• The password length is fixed at four digits.
• The password will not be displayed on the screen.
• The entered value is shown. (Numeric only)
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User level B
User level C
User level C+
5.4
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
○
Unit
Remarks
Numeric: 4 characters
Numeric: 4 characters
Numeric: 4 characters
Table screen
To navigate to the Table Menu screen, press the menu key
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Table Menu
(1/3)
> - System Settings
- Operation Parameters
- Temperature Setup
- Detector Setup
- Method Setup
- Stream Setup
- Stream Sequence
- Peak Setup-General
- Peak Setup-Specific
F1
F2
F3
Table Menu
(2/3)
> - Cal/Val Setup
- Multirange Setup
- Alarm Setup
- Peak Assigments
- Communications Setup
- D/O Setup
- D/I Setup
- A/O Setup
- A/I Setup
F4
F5
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Table Menu
> - Network Setup
- GCCU Setup
- Remote A/O Setup
- GCM Setup
- SYS Setup
- User Programming
- SIMDIS Setup
- Units Setup (User Defined)
- MODBUS CLIENT Setup
F1
F2
Figure 5.51
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
.
F3
F4
F5
Table menu screen
F6
F1
F2
F3
5
F4
F5
F6
(3/3)
F6
• The menu items D/O Setup, D/I Setup, A/O Setup and A/I Setup are display-only when the
associated cards are not installed. Selecting any of them displays the error message.
• The menu item User Programming is display-only when it is not installed. Selecting it
displays the error message.
• The menu item SIMDIS Setup is visible when the Distillation is set on for at least one GCM
on the GCM Setup (2/2) screen.
• If the Analog output num is 0 on the GCCU Setup screen, the Remote A/O Setup cannot be
selected.
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System Settings
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System Settings
(1/2)
>
- Analyzer name abc
- Analyzer ID 001
- Tag number tag-123
- KGC number KGC00001
- Current date 2011/11/22
- Current time 15:15:45
- Language English
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.52
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
(2/2)
> - Auto start setup Unexecuted
- #1 Auto start delay 0 s
- #2 Auto start delay 0 s
- #3 Auto start delay 0 s
- Start alarm mask Unexecuted
Menu
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
Example of the system settings screen
F1 (Menu):
System Settings
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Displays the Table Menu screen.
TIP
• The date and time displayed at the top left of the screen are updated when the Current date and Current time
are set.
• The KGC number is shown as a five-digit number with zero padding. For example, if the value is 8924, the
KGC number is displayed as KGC08924.
Display Item
Name
Analyzer
name
Analyzer ID
Tag number Tag number
KGC Number
Current date Analysis start year
Analysis start month
Analysis start day
Current time Analysis start hour
Analysis start minute
Language
Auto start
setup
Auto start
time
Start alarm
mask
*:
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
○
○
1
240
1
99999
○
2000
1
1
0
0
2099
12
31*
23
59
0
10000
○
○
○*
1st auto-start time
2nd auto-start time
3rd auto-start time
○*
○
Unit
Remarks
Alphanumeric: 8 characters
Alphanumeric: 16 characters
The fixed string KGC is attached
as a prefix.
Year In four digits
Month * Subject to change depending
Day on the month.
Hour
Minute
English, Japanese, Chinese,
French, Russian
Executed, Unexecuted
Seconds
Unexecuted, Executed
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
Auto-start do not work for FPD correctly. Please do not set “ON”.
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Operation Parameters
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Operation Parameters
(1/8)
Oven # 1 Carrier gas # 1
> - Carrier gas type - - - Carrier gas pressure 0.0 kPa
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.53
5
Oven# Gas#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (1/8)
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Specifies an oven number.
F6 (Gas #): Specifies a carrier gas number.
TIP
The oven numbers set to Not provided or programmed-temperature oven on the Temperature Control Set cannot
be selected.
• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those assigned to isothermal
ovens on the Temperature Control Set.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Carrier gas # Carrier gas number
Carrier gas
Carrier gas type
types
Carrier gas
pressure
*:
Carrier gas pressure
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
○*
○
0
0.0
490
71.0
Unit
kPa
psi
Remarks
--H2
He
Ar
N2
* --- indicates not used.
Numeric entry
Can be input by the 10 kPas
(1.0 psi).
psi (May not selectable due to
local regulations)
500 kPa = 72.5 psi
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
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1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Parameters
(2/8)
Oven # 1 Utility gas # 1
> - Detector number - - - Utility gas function - - - Utility gas type - - - Utility gas pressure 0.0 kPa
- Utility gas flowrate
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.54
Oven# Gas#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (2/8)
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Selects an oven number.
F6 (Gas #): Selects a utility gas number.
TIP
• If the detector number is set to --- (not used), the Utility gas function and the Utility gas type are shown as ---.
• The oven numbers set to Not provided or programmed-temperature oven on the Temperature Control Set
cannot be selected.
• The detector numbers set to Not provided on the Detector Set screen cannot be selected.
• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those assigned to isothermal
ovens on the Temperature Control Set.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Utility gas # Utility gas number
Detector
number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
4
○
Utility gas
function
Utility gas function
Utility gas
type
Utility gas type
Utility gas
pressure
Utility gas pressure
○
Utility gas
flow rate
Utility gas flow rate
○
*:
Unit
○
○*
0
0.0
490
71.0
kPa
psi
Remarks
--1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-2, 3-1, 3-2
* --- indicates not used.
--Burner fuel
Burner air
Make up
* The initial value is ---.
--- (not used)
H2
He
Ar
N2
Air
* The initial value is ---.
* The value becomes effective
by turning power Off and
then On.
Numeric entry
Can be input by the 10 kPas
(1.0 psi).
Limits vary depending on the
unit (see left).
psi (May not selectable due to
local regulations)
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
e.g., 100 ml/s, 0.5 μl/s, etc.
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
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Operation Parameters
Oven # 1 Det # 1
Carrier gas number - - > - Vent-D ( FID ) flowrate
- VENT-REF flowrate
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.55
(3/8)
Oven#
Det#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (3/8)
5
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Specifies an oven number.
F6 (Det #):
Specifies a detector number.
TIP
• The oven numbers set to Not provided or programmed-temperature oven on the Temperature Control Set
cannot be selected.
• The detector numbers set to Not provided on the Detector Set screen cannot be selected.
• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those assigned to isothermal
ovens on the Temperature Control Set.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Carrier gas
Carrier gas number
number
Vent-D flow
rate
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
○
Detector type
Vent-REF
○
Unit
Remarks
--1-1
1-2
2-1
2-2
3-1
3-2
* --- indicates not used.
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
* The detector type is
displayed.
TCD/FID/FID-MC/FPD
None
TCD
FID
FID-MC
FPD
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
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Operation Parameters
Oven # 1 Vent # 1
> - Carrier gas number - - - Vent type - - - Vent flowrate
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.56
(4/8)
Oven# Vent#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (4/8)
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Specifies an oven number.
F6 (Vent #): Specifies a vent number.
TIP
• The oven numbers set to Not provided or programmed-temperature oven on the Temperature Control Set
cannot be selected.
• Only carrier gas numbers for which a gas type is set on the Operation Parameters screen (1/8) can be
selected.
• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those assigned to isothermal
ovens on the Temperature Control Set.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Vent #
Vent number
Carrier gas
Carrier gas number
number
Vent type
Vent type
Vent flow rate Vent flow rate
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
6
○
○
Unit
Remarks
--1-1
1-2
2-1
2-2
3-1
3-2
* --- indicates not used.
The value is set on the Detector
Set screen.
--BF
FF
Split
* --- indicates not used.
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
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Operation Parameters
5-45
(5/8)
> - Pressure unit kPa
- Vent flowrate unit ml/min
- Sample volume unit ml
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.57
F1 (Menu):
5
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (5/8)
Displays the Table Menu screen.
TIP
If the pressure unit is changed, the gas pressure value including the one set to EPC controlled will be converted
according to the new unit. For example, if the unit is changed from kPa (the value range is set to 0 to 500 kPa) to
psi (the value range 0 to 72.5 psi), 250 kPa is converted to and displayed as 36.25 psi.
Display Item
Pressure unit
Vent flow rate
unit
Sample
volume unit
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
○
Operating Parameters
Oven # 1 Valve # 1
> - Valve type Other
- Sample phase Gas
- Sample pressure
- Sample flowrate
- Sample volume
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.58
Unit
Remarks
kPa
psi (May not selectable due to
local regulations))
ml/min
ml
micro-l
(6/8)
Oven# Valve#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operating parameters screen (6/8)
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Specifies an oven number.
F6 (Valve #): Specifies a valve number.
TIP
• The oven numbers set to Not provided or programmed-temperature oven on the Temperature Control Set
cannot be selected.
• The valve numbers set to Not provided on the Valve Set screen cannot be selected.
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• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those assigned to isothermal
ovens on the Temperature Control Set.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Valve #
Valve number
Valve type
Valve type
Sample
phase
Sample
pressure
Sample flow
rate
Sample
volume
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
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Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
7
○
Unit
Remarks
Sample phase
○
Sample pressure
○
Other
Sample
* The valve type for Valve #7 is
fixed to 0 (Other).
Liquid
Gas
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
Sample flow rate
○
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
Sample volume
○
Alphanumeric: 10 characters
Operation Parameters
(7/8)
> - SV air press
- Elec Purge press
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.59
F1 (Menu):
Display Item
SV air press
Elec purge
press
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (7/8)
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
Unit
Remarks
Alphanumeric: 18 characters
Alphanumeric: 18 characters
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Operation Parameters
(8/8)
Oven # 1
> - Oven air Press
- TPM Vortex press * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
- FPD Vortex press
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.60
Oven#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the operation parameters screen (8/8)
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F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F6 (Oven #): Selects an oven number.
TIP
• oven numbers set to Not provided or programmed-temperature oven on the Temperature Control Set cannot
be selected.
• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those assigned to isothermal
ovens on the Temperature Control Set.
Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Oven air
press
TPM vortex
press
FPD vortex
press
5.4.3
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
○
Unit
Remarks
Alphanumeric: 18 characters
○
Alphanumeric: 18 characters
○
Alphanumeric: 18 characters
Temperature Setup
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
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Temperature Setup
Oven # 1
> - Oven max temp 60.0 degC
- Oven temp setpoint 60.0 degC
- LSV temp setpoint 60.0 degC
- FPD temp setpoint 0.0 degC
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.61
Oven#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the temperature setup screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F6 (Oven #): Specifies an oven number.
• If the LSV and FPD are not installed, the pertinent values are shown as * (asterisk).
• If the Temp type is set to Not provided on the Temperature Control Set, the temperature
setup is not available.
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Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Oven max
temp
Oven temp
setpoint
LSV temp
setpoint
FPD temp
setpoint
5.4.4
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
○
5
See
Remarks.
○
5
○
60
○
0
Oven max
temp
See
Remarks.
60
Unit
Remarks
degC No explosion: 320°C
T1: 320°C
T2: 225°C
T3: 145°C
T4: 95°C
* The value varies depending on
the explosionproof specification.
degC
degC No explosion: 250°C
T1: 250°C
T2: 225°C
T3: 145°C
T4: 95°C
degC
Detector Setup
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Detector Setup
(1/2)
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( TCD )
> - Filtering const Off
- Sample rate 20 ms
- Square root calc req * * * * *
- Flame detect level * * * * *
- Sense set Equal
- Input resistor * * * * * * * * * *
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.62
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1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Detector Setup
(2/2)
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( TCD )
>
- Auto gain setting None
- Full scale value 0
- Auto zero Off
- Auto zero value 0.0000 mV
- Auto zero time 0.0 s
Oven#
Det#
Menu
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
Example of the detector setup screen
F2
F3
F4
Oven#
F5
Det#
F6
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Sets an oven number.
F6 (Det #):
Sets a detector number.
TIP
• The oven numbers set to Not provided on the Temperature Control Set cannot be selected.
• If the Detector type has been set to None on the Detector Set screen, all the options are shown as *
(asterisk).
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Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
Filtering const
Sample rate
○
○*
Square root
calc req
○
Flame detect
level
○
0.001
–20
Sense set
Input resistor
*:
○
Unit
None
TCD
FID
FID-MC
FPD
1.000
20
Remarks
mV
20 ms
40 ms
80 ms
160 ms
The value is shown except
when the FPD is installed.
No
Yes
* The square root of the area
value
The item is displayed only when
the FID, FPD or FID-MC is
installed.
No amplification
(Tenfold)
1 Mohm
6 Mohm
20 Mohm
60 Mohm
200 Mohm
600 Mohm
1 Gohm
2 Gohm
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (Oven #): Sets an oven number.
F6 (Det #):
Sets a detector number.
TIP
• The oven numbers set to Not provided on the Temperature Control Set cannot be selected.
• If the Detector type has been set to None on the Detector Set screen, all the options are shown as *
(asterisk).
• The initial screen displays Oven number 1 and Det number 1.
• When A/O chromatogram is set to None, items for Auto gain and Whole gain value are
displayed but an asterisk is given for set value.
• The initial screen displays the smallest oven number among those set in the isothermal
ovens (or programmed-temperature oven) on the Temperature Control Set.
• The initial screen displays Oven number 1 and Det number 1.
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Display Item
Name
Oven #
Oven number
Det #
Detector number
Detector type
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
3
1
2
Auto gain
setting
○
Full scale
value
○
Auto zero
○
Auto zero
value
Auto zero
time
5.4.5
0
15
○
−1000.0000
1000.0000
○
0
21600
Unit
Remarks
0) None
1) TCD
2) FID
3) FID-MC
4) FPD
0) None (default)
1) Individual gain
2) Whole gain *1
*1 Only for the A/O
chromatogram
0(default)
*1 Only for the A/O
chromatogram
0)Automatic feed (default)
1)Auto zero value
2)Off
* If the value is Automatic feed,
the value is set to the zero value
automatically obtained at the
auto zero time.
* If the value is Auto zero value,
the value is set to the auto zero
value at the start of the analysis.
Former chromatogram standard
value
If the value is 0.0 seconds, the
value is set to the zero value
automatically obtained at the
start of the analysis cycle.
* Upper Limit will use the
shortest analysis cycle for the
SYS analysis cycle that the
detector belongs to.
Method Setup
n GCM Method Setup Screen (Main)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM Method Setup
GCM #1 / Method #1
> - Main cycle 60.0 s
- Warming up time 5.0 s
- Stream valve ON time -5.0 s
- Stream valve OFF time 0.0 s
- Pause time 55.0 s
Main
Seq
F1
F2
Figure 5.63
F1(Menu):
F2(Seq):
F3(SYS):
F4(Copy):
Sys
Copy
GCM# Method#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the GCM Method setup screen
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the GCM Sequential screen.
Displays the SYS Method screen.
Displays the GCM method copy screen.
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F5(GCM #): Specifies the GCM number.
F6(Method #): Specifies the Method number.
• Pressing F3 (SYS) displays the SYS Method Setup screen with the smallest number among
the SYS numbers set to GCM.
• Pressing F5 (GCM #) displays GCM number: in the second line on the bottom. Entering the
method number reflects the GCM number in the second line on the top and displays the
GCM method setup assigned to that number.
• Pressing F6 (Method #) displays Method number: in the second line on the bottom. Entering
the method number reflects the method number in the second line on the top and displays
the GCM method setup assigned to that number.
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM number
Method #
Method number
Main cycle
Warming up
time
Stream valve
ON time
Stream valve
OFF time
Pause time
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
1
6
1
6
○
10
See right seconds Upper Limit will depend on
sample rate
When 20 ms: 2700 seconds
When 40 ms: 5400 seconds
When 80 ms: 10800 seconds
When 160 ms: 21600 seconds
* The smallest sample rate set
for the detector used by the SYS
belonging to the relevant GCM.
○
5.0
9999.9
seconds
○
○
○
−Warming
up time
0.0
Main cycle
‒600
0.0
seconds
Main cycle seconds
−2
Main cycle seconds
−2
n GCM Method Copy Screen
Press F4 (Copy).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM method copy
Source GCM #1 / Method #1
>
- Destination GCM number 0
- Destination Method number 0
Menu
Main
Exec
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.64
Example of the GCM method copy screen
F1(Menu):
F2(Main):
F5(Exec):
Displays Table Menu screen.
Displays GCM Method Setup screen.
Executes the GCM method copy.
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Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
GCM #
Copy source GCM
1
6
number
Method #
Copy source method
1
6
number
Destination
○
1
6
GCM number
Destination
○
1
6
Method
number
Unit
Remarks
(1) Just prior to navigating to this screen, the number on the GCM Method screen when F4
(Copy) was pressed is displayed as the copy source for GCM number and method number.
(2) Navigating to this screen displays the initial number for the Destination GCM number and
method number are 0.
(3) Selecting the Destination GCM number displays Destination GCM number: in the second
line on the bottom. The Destination GCM number must be entered here.
(4) Selecting the Destination method number displays Destination method number: in the
second line on the bottom. The Destination method number must be entered here.
(5) Pressing F5 (Exec) executes the method copy. The GCM number and method number of
the Destination are then displayed again as 0.
TIP
If the SYS numbers of the copy source and the copy target are different, copy cannot be executed.
(6) If the copy fails (If the SYS numbers of the copy source and the copy target are different),
“Copy not executed” is displayed in the second line on the bottom. The GCM method
copy executes both the GCM method and SYS method. For that reason, the copy can be
executed only when the numbers of SYS are equal.
n GCM Sequential Display Screen
Press F2( Seq).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM Sequential Display
GCM #1 / Method #1
Time Action
-5.0 StrV on time
0.0 StrV off time
50.0 S1 Peak detect end
55.0 Pause time
Main
F1
F2
Figure 5.65
F1(Main):
F3(StrV):
StrV
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the GCM sequential display screen
Displays GCM Method (Main) screen.
Displays Stream Valve Set screen.
Displays the sequence of the GCM method and the SYS method set in the GCM.
When newly displayed, the sequential display from the first sequence is displayed.
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However, SYS sequence set to No for the SYS usage set is not displayed.
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM number
Method #
Method number
Time
Action
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
Unit
Remarks
Pause time
S1 to S6 Peak detect end
StrV on time, StrV off time
l Stream Valve Set Screen
Press F3 (StrV).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Stream valve Set
GCM #1 / Method #1
>
- Stream valve ON time -5.0 s
- Stream valve OFF time 0.0 s
5
Seq
F1
F2
Figure 5.66
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the stream valve set screen
F1(Seq):
Displays Sequential Display screen.
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM Number
Method #
Method number
Stream valve
ON time
Stream valve
OFF time
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
1
6
1
6
○
−Warming
0.0
seconds
up time
○
0.0
Main cycle seconds
−2
Remarks
n SYS Method Setup Screen (Main)
Press F3 (SYS).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
SYS Method Setup
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
> - Execution On
- Cycle time 60.0 s
- End of peak detect 50.0 s
- Tracking exec Not executed
- Tracking coef updating Updating
GCM
Seq
F1
F2
Figure 5.67
Temp
EPC
Copy
SYS#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the SYS method setup screen
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F1(GCM):
F2(Seq):
F3(Temp):
F4(EPC):
F5(Copy):
F6(Sys#):
Returns to GCM Method Setup screen.
Displays SYS Sequential Display screen.
Displays Oven Program Set screen.
Displays Pressure Program Set screen.
Displays Copy screen of the SYS method.
Specifies the SYS number.
The GCM number and the method number displayed in the second line on the top will succeeds
the setup of the GCM method screen.
Pointing the cursor to each setup and pressing ENT display each name in the second line on the
bottom.
Enters the time using the tenkey.
Pressing F2(Seq) navigates to the SYS sequential screen display.
Pressing F3(Temp) navigates to the heating program set screen.
Pressing F4(EPC) navigates to the pressure rise program set screen.
Pressing F5 (Copy) navigates to the copy screen display for the SYS method.
Pressing F6 (SYS #) displays SYS number: in the second line on the bottom.
Pressing SET/ENT on the tenkey navigates to that SYS number.
Only the SYS number set in the GCM can be selected, “Over upper/lower limit” is displayed in the
second line on the bottom when anything else is entered.
Pressing F1 (GCM) navigates to the GCM method selection screen.
F4 (EPC) is available only when EPC has been set.
Usage set, tracking exec and tracking coef updating share one setup in the SYS. In other words,
changing the method number after a set change is made by one SYS method displays the
changed setup.
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM number
SYS #
SYS number
Method #
Method number
Usage set
Cycle time
End of peak
detect
Tracking exec
Tracking coef
updating
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
○
○
○
○
○
10.0
5.0
Unit
Remarks
Not used
Used
When SYS is not used, stop
status (no action) will occur
during run.
Main cycle seconds Some data are invalid.
Analysis seconds Some data are invalid.
cycle
Not executed/executed
No updating/updating
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n SYS Method Copy Screen
Press F5 (Copy).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
SYS method copy
Source GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
> - Destination SYS number 0
- Destination Method number 0
5
Menu
Main
Exec
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.68
Example of the SYS method copy screen
F1(Menu):
F2(Main):
F5(Exec):
Displays Table Menu screen.
Displays SYS Method Setup screen (Main).
Executes the method copy.
(1) Selecting the Destination method number displays Destination method number: in the
second line on the bottom. Then enters the Destination method number.
(2) Pressing F5 (Exec) executes the method copy under the normal operation and displays
COPY END in the second line on the bottom. SYS number and method number of the copy
target are displayed as 0.
• The set range for Destination SYS number is the SYS number belonging to the assigned
GCM.
• Usage set, tracking exec and tracking coef updating share one setup in the SYS. In other
words, the SYS method copy is not applicable.
• Before copying the SYS method, confirm the analysis cycle and the main cycle.
• When the analysis cycle of copy source is greater than (>) the main cycle of copy target, a
copy failed message is output.
• The heating program will not be copied.
Display Item
Name
Copy source GCM number
GCM #
SYS #
SYS number
Method #
Method number
Destination
GCM number
Destination
Method
number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
○
1
1
1
6
6
6
○
1
6
Unit
Remarks
n Oven Program Setup Screen
This screen is displayed when programmed-temperature oven has been set.
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1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Oven program Setup
(1/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
>
- Initial temp setpoint NNNdegC
- #1 Temp ramp start time ZZZZN.Ns
Total run-time ZZZZN .Ns
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Oven program Setup
(2/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
> - #1 Temp ramp rate ZN.NdegC/min
- #1 Temp hold setpoint ZZNdegC
- #1 Temp hold time ZZZZN.Ns
- #2 Temp ramp rate ZN.NdegC/min
- #2 Temp hold setpoint ZZNdegC
- #2 Temp hold time ZZZZN.Ns
- #3 Temp ramp rate ZN.NdegC/min
- #3 Temp hold setpoint ZZNdegC
- #3 Temp hold time ZZZZN.Ns
Main
F1
F2
Figure 5.69
F1(Main):
Main
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
Example of the Oven Program Setup Screen
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Navigates to SYS Method Setup screen (Main).
• Executing ENT with a cursor pointing at each set displays the cursor in the second line on
the bottom.
Enter a time with a tenkey.
• The GCM number, SYS number, and method number displayed in the second line on the
top will succeed the setup of the SYS method screen.
• Displays total time of the heating program.
Initial time setpoint + Σi (Temp hold setpoint i − Temp hold setpoint i − 1)/Temp ramp rate +
Temp hold time)
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Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM number
SYS #
SYS number
Method #
Method number
Initial temp
setpoint
#1 Temp
ramp start
time
Total run-time
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
○
5
Upper
oven
temperature
limit
○
0
Analysis
cycle
0
Analysis
cycle
Unit
Remarks
degC Some data are invalid.
s
Some data are invalid.
Displays total time of the heating
program.
Initial time setpoint + Σi (Temp
hold setpoint i − Temp hold
setpoint i − 1)/Temp ramp rate i
+ Temp hold time i)
* When the temp ramp rate is
zero, only temp hold time is
added.
* When all data is invalid, the
program time is displayed
as 0 s.
degC/ Some data are invalid.
min
1st to 3rd
temp ramp
rate
1st to 3rd
temp hold
setpoint
○
0.0
30.0
○
5 *1
Upper
oven
temperature
limit
1st to 3rd temp
hold time
○
0
Analysis
cycle
degC Some data are invalid.
*1:The lower limit of the 1st
temp hold setpoint is set to
the initial temp setpoint. The
lower limit of the 2nd temp
hold setpoint is set to the 1st
temp hold setpoint. The 3rd
temp hold setpoint is set to
the 3rd temp hold setpoint.
s
Some data are invalid.
n EPC Program Set Screen
This screen is displayed when EPC has been set.
Press F4 (EPC).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
EPC program Set
(1/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1 / Gas #1-#1
>
- Initial Press setpoint ZZZZN.NAAA
- #1 Press ramp start time ZZZZN.Ns
Total run-time ZZZZN.Ns
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
EPC program Set
(2/2)
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1 / Gas #1-#1
> - #1 Press ramp rate ZZN.NAAA/min
- #1 Press hold setpoint ZZZZN.NAAA
- #1 Press hold time ZZZZN.Ns
- #2 Press ramp rate ZZN.NAAA/min
- #2 Press hold setpoint ZZZZN.NAAA
- #2 Press hold time ZZZZN.Ns
- #3 Press ramp rate ZZN.NAAA/min
- #3 Press hold setpoint ZZZZN.NAAA
- #3 Press hold time ZZZZN.Ns
Main
F1
F2
Figure 5.70
F1(Main):
F5(Oven#):
F6(Gas#):
Oven# Gas#
Main
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
Example of the EPC program set screen
F2
F3
F4
Oven#
F5
Gas#
F6
Navigates to SYS Method Setup screen (Main).
Specifies an oven number.
Specifies a carrier gas number
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• Only the gas belonging to the relevant SYS can be set with F6 (Gas#).
Display Item
GCM #
SYS #
Method #
Gas # − #
Name
GCM number
SYS number
Method number
Carrier gas number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
1
2
Unit
Initial press
setpoint
○
0
0.0
490
71.0
kPa
psi
#1 Press
ramp start
time
EPC program
time
○
0
Analysis
cycle
s
0
Analysis
cycle
1st to 3rd
press ramp
rate
○
0.0
0.0
490
71.0
1st to 3rd
press hold
setpoint
○
0.0 *1
0.0 *1
490
71.0
1st to 3rd
press hold
time
○
0
Analysis
cycle
Remarks
Provides two each to Ovens 1,
2 & 3.
Pressure unit is set in the
operating parameters screen.
Can be input by the 10 kPas
(1.0 psi). (May not selectable
due to local regulations)
Some data are invalid.
Some data are invalid.
Displays total time of oven
program.
Initial time setpoint + Σi (Press
hold setpoint i − Press hold
setpoint i − 1)/Press ramp rate +
Temp hold time)
* When the temp ramp rate is
zero, only temp hold time is
added.
* When data is all invalid,
displays program time as 0s.
kPa/min Pressure unit is set in the
psi/min operating parameters screen.
Can be input by the 10 kPas
(1.0 psi). (May not selectable
due to local regulations)
Some data are invalid.
kPa Pressure unit is set in the
psi operating parameters screen.
Can be input by the 10 kPas
(1.0 psi). (May not selectable
due to local regulations)
Some data are invalid.
*1:The minimum set of the 1st
press hold setpoint is set to
the initial press setpoint, the
minimum set of the 2nd press
hold setpoint is set to the
1st press hold setpoint, the
minimum set of the 3rd press
hold setpoint is set to the 3rd
press hold setpoint.
s
Some data are invalid.
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n SYS Sequential Display Screen
Press F2 (Seq).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
SYS Sequential Display
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1 / Stream #1
Time Action
0.0 V1- 1
1st on
5.0 V1- 1
1st off
5
Main
Gate
Valve
AtmV
DO
Strm#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.71
Example of the SYS sequential display screen
F1(Main):
F2(Gate):
F3(Valve):
F4(AtmV):
F5(DO):
F6(Strm#):
Displays SYS Method Setup screen (Main).
Displays Action Set (gate) in the action set screen.
Displays ON/OFF time screen in a valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd of the maximum No. 1
to No. 18).
Displays ON/OFF time screen of ATM Valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
Displays D/O Setup screen in the action set screen.
Specifies a stream number.
• Stream number is assigned with F6 (Stm #). Only the stream number being used by the
relevant GCM number can be set. The smallest stream number is displayed in the initial
display.
• Up to 512 sequences can be displayed.
• SYS sequence with SYS usage set as “Not executed” is also displayed.
• Gate ON/OFF time for the peak not executed is not displayed.
• Base/signal/noise level and A/I signals 1 to 4 of the action time are displayed.
• When D/O is not installed, F5 (DO) is not displayed.
• When any peak is not assigned, selecting F2 (gate) displays the message “No assignment
peak of request tream.”
Display Item
GCM #
SYS #
Method #
Stream #
Time
Action
Name
GCM number
SYS number
Method number
Stream number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
1
31
Unit
Remarks
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n Gate Action Setting Screen
Press F2 (Gate).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Gate Action Setting
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1 / Stream #1
Peak number 1
>
- Gate ON time 1.0 s
- Gate OFF
time 5.0 s
Seq
F1
F2
Figure 5.72
Valve
AtmV
DO
Peak#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the gate action setting screen
F1(Seq):
F3(Valve):
F4(AtmV):
F5(DO):
F6(Peak#):
Displays SYS Sequential Display screen.
Displays Valve screen of the action set screen.
Displays ON/OFF time screen of ATM Valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
Displays D/O Setup screen in the action set screen.
Specifies a peak number (relative peak number).
• Sets possible for User Level C and above.
• Only the peak belonging to the relevant SYS can be selected. Default displays the peak with
the smallest number belonging to the SYS.
Display Item
GCM #
SYS #
Method #
Stream #
Peak number
Name
GCM number
SYS number
Method number
Stream number
Peak number
Gate ON time Gate ON time
Gate OFF
Gate OFF time
time
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
1
31
1
Assigned
peak number
○
○
0.0
*1
21600.0
Unit
Remarks
Default displays peak number 1.
After that, the previous peak
number is displayed.
seconds Some data are invalid.
*1: Upper limit varies depending
on the sample rate of the
detector number set for the
relevant peak.
Sample rate Max
20 ms 2700.0 s
40 ms 5400.0 s
80 ms 10800.0 s
160 ms 21600.0 s
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n Valve Action Setting Screen
Press F3 (Valve).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Valve Action Setting
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
Valve number 1-1
>
- 1st ON time 0.0 s
- 1st OFF time 5.0 s
- 2nd ON time * * * * * * * s
- 2nd OFF time * * * * * * * s
- 3rd ON time * * * * * * * s
- 3rd OFF time * * * * * * * s
5
Seq
Gate
AtmV
DO
Valve#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.73
Example of the valve action setting screen
F1(Seq):
F2(Gate):
F4(AtmV):
F5(DO):
F6(Valve#):
Displays SYS Sequential Display screen.
Displays Gate screen of the action set screen
Displays ON/OFF time screen of ATM Valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
Displays D/O Setup screen in the action set screen.
Specifies a using valve number.
• Sets possible for User Level C and above.
Pressing F6 (Valve #) displays Oven number in the second line on the bottom.
After selecting an oven number, Valve number is displayed.
Selecting the valve number and pressing ENT sets the valve ON/OFF time of that number.
Executing ENT with a cursor pointing at each set displays the cursor in the second line on the
bottom.
Enter a time with a tenkey.
Pressing F1 (Seq) navigates to the SYS sequential display screen.
Only valves belonging to the relevant SYS can be set by F6 (Valve#).
Display Item
GCM #
SYS #
Method #
Valve
Number
1st to 3rd ON
Time
1st to 3rd
OFF Time
Name
GCM number
SYS number
Method number
Valve number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
1−1
3−7
○
0
○
ON time
Unit
Remarks
0: None
1 to 3 Oven
1 to 7 Valve
Analysis
seconds Valve time set
cycle − 2
Some entry data are invalid.
Cycle Time seconds * When ON time is invalid, OFF
time cannot be set.
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n ATM Action Setting Screen
Press F4 (AtmV).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
ATM Action Setting
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
ATM valve 1-1
>
- 1st ON time * * * * * * * s
- 1st OFF time * * * * * * * s
- 2nd ON time * * * * * * * s
- 2nd OFF time * * * * * * * s
- 3rd ON time * * * * * * * s
- 3rd OFF time * * * * * * * s
Seq
Gate
Valve
DO
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.74
Example of the ATM action setting screen
F1(Seq):
F2(Gate):
F3(Valve):
F5(DO):
Displays SYS sequential Display screen.
Displays Gate of the action set screen.
Displays ON/OFF time screen of a valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd of maximum No. 1 to
18).
Displays D/O Setup screen in the action set screen
• ATM valve number set in GCM setup is displayed for ATM valve number (display only).
Functions of the function keys F2, F3 and F5 are the same as those in SYS method setup (Part
1; Main).
Display Item
GCM #
SYS #
Method #
ATM valve
1st to 3rd ON
time
1st to 3rd
OFF time
Name
GCM number
SYS number
Method number
ATM valve number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
6
1
6
0
3−2
○
○
−Warming
up time
Analysis
cycle − 2
Unit
Remarks
0: None
1 to 3 Oven
1 to 2 ATM valve
seconds ATM valve time setup
Some entry data are invalid.
seconds
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n D/O Action Setting Screen
Press F5 (DO).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/O Action Setting
GCM #1 / SYS #1 / Method #1
> - 1st DO ON time * * * * * * * s
- 1st DO OFF time * * * * * * * s
- 2nd DO ON time * * * * * * * s
- 2nd DO OFF time * * * * * * * s
- 3rd DO ON time * * * * * * * s
- 3rd DO OFF time * * * * * * * s
5
Seq
Gate
Valve
AtmV
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.75
Example of the D/O action setting screen
F1(Seq):
F2(Gate):
F3(Valve):
F4(AtmV):
Displays SYS Sequential Display screen.
Displays Gate of the action set screen.
Displays ON/OFF time screen of a valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd of the maximum No. 1
to No. 18).
Displays ON/OFF time screen of ATM valve (1st, 2nd & 3rd).
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM number
SYS #
SYS number
Method #
Method number
1st to 3rd ON
Time
1st to 3rd
OFF Time
5.4.6
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
1
6
1
6
1
6
○
0
Analysis seconds D/O time setup
cycle − 2
Some entry data are invalid.
○
ON time
Analysis seconds * When ON time is invalid, the
minimum OFF time is 0.
cycle − 2
Stream Setup
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Stream Setup
Stream # 1
> - Name of stream
- Str valve number 0
- Type of stream Measurement
- Normalization * * * * * * * * * *
- Total value 100.0 %
- Base line corr Unexecuted
- GCM number 1
- Method number 1
- Cal run stream 2
Menu
INIT
Strm#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.76
Example of the stream setup screen
F1 (Menu):
F4 (INIT):
Displays Table Menu screen.
Initializes the tracking factors.
F6 (Strm #):
Specifies a stream number (1 to 31).
Note: When initializing the tracking factors, set the operation mode to stop.
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• The SIMDIS calib stream item is displayed only when distillation is set to Yes in the GCM
setup (2/2) screen for the GCM specified by the GCM number. Displays a stream type when
it is a sample run.
• In the case of the area correction percentage for GCM, normalization for the stream
belonging to that GCM is displayed by an asterisk.
Display Item
Name
Stream #
Stream number
Stream name
Stream valve
number
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
31
○
○
0
31*
Stream type
○
Normalization
○
Total value
Base line corr
GCM number
Method
number
Cal run
stream
○
○
○
○
0.1
100.0
1
1
6
6
○
0
31
5.4.7
Unit
Remarks
Alphanumeric: 8 characters
0: No stream valve
* Only stream valve number
belonging to the GCM can be
set (GCM setup screen).
Measurement, Cal, Val,
Calibration run (only when
distilling), Sample run (only
when distilling)
Not executed, Executed
* When the GCM of the
relevant stream is configured
with multiple SYS, Executed
cannot be set.
unexecuted, Executed
Stream Sequence
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
Stream Sequence
(1/4)
(2/4)
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5 Stream Sequence
GCM # 1 Seq # 1
GCM # 1 Seq # 1
> - #01 Stream 1 ( s1 ) - Executed
- #10 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #02 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #11 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #03 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #12 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #04 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #13 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #05 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #14 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #06 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #15 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #07 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #16 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #08 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #17 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #09 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
- #18 Stream ** (* * * * * * * *) - Unexecuted
Menu
GCM# Seq#
Menu
GCM# Seq#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.77
Example of the stream sequence set (1/4) screen
F1(Menu):
F5(GCM#):
F6(Seq#):
Displays Table Menu screen.
Specifies GCM number.
Specifies a stream sequence number (1 to 8).
Same for pages 2, 3, and 4 (up to 31 streams can be set).
Streams other than that of the relevant GCM cannot be set.
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Display Item
GCM #
Seq #
nn (AAAA)
Name
Number of pages
Stream sequence
number
Stream number
(Stream name)
Interval
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
4
1
6
1
8
○
1
Unit
31
Remarks
Scheduling for up to 31 streams
When the interval is Not
executed, an asterisk is
displayed.
* Only stream belonging to the
GCM can be set.
Stream name cannot be set.
Displays in 8 alphanumeric
characters.
unexecuted, Executed
○
5
5.4.8
Peak Setup-General
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-General
GCM #1
> - Conc calc req Corr area norm
- Det slope ratio 0.00
- Calib range 0.500
- Calib repeat range 2.000
- Calib coef range 4.000
- #1 Tickmark setup None
- #2 Tickmark setup None
- Peak detect err set Executed
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.78
F1(Menu):
F6(GCM#):
Display Item
GCM #
Conc cal req
Det slope
ratio
Calib range
Calib repeat
range
Calib coef
range
#1 Tickmark
setup
#2 Tickmark
setup
Peak detect
err set
GCM#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of the peak setup-general screen
Displays Table Menu screen
Specifies GCM number.
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
○
○
0.00
9.99
○
○
0.000
0.000
1.000
2.000
○
0.000
4.000
○
Unit
Remarks
0: Standard, 1: Correction area
fraction
○
None, Start, 10s, Start − 10s,
60s, Start − 60s, 10s to 60s,
Start −10s to 60s
None, Gate, Peak, Gate to Peak
○
unexecuted, Executed
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Peak Setup-Specific
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-Specific
(1/5)
Stream #1 Peak #1
Using/Assigned peak num 1 / 10
> - Process (Type) Peak
- Process (Detail) Indirect
- Name A
- Execution Not excuted
- Synchronize to #01 #001
- Output flag Provided (31001)
- Range number 0
- Auto gain value 0
Menu Copy1 Copy2
Strm# Peak#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-Specific
(3/5)
Stream #1 Peak #1 Indirect
> - Gate ON time 1.0 s
- Gate OFF time 5.0 s
- A/H req Area
- Normalization * * * * * * * * * * * *
- Response factor 2.000
- Min peak width * * * * * *
- Min peak height * * * * * *
- Min peak area * * * * * *
Menu
F1
Copy1
F2
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Copy2
F3
F4
Strm#
F5
Peak Setup-Specific
Stream #1 Peak #1 Indirect
>
- Linear calc 1 factor 0.0000
- Linear calc 2 factor 0.0000
- Linear calc 3 factor 0.0000
- Linear calc 4 factor 0.0000
- Linear calc 5 factor 2.0000
Peak#
F6
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-Specific
(2/5)
Stream #1 Peak #1 Indirect
>
- Detector number 1-1
- Measuring unit 1 ( )
- Measuring range 1.000
- Gate cut method Time gate
- Integ method Skimming
- Peak polarity Positive
- Detected slope * * * * * * * *
- Tangent corr Not executed
Menu
F1
Copy1
F2
Copy2
F3
F4
Strm#
F5
Peak#
F6
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-Specific
(4/5)
Stream #1 Peak #1 Indirect
> - Auto tracking req Tracking std
- Peak std time 100.0 s
- Tracking coef a 0.965
- Tracking coef b 0.0
Menu
F1
Copy1
F2
Copy2
F3
F4
Strm#
F5
Peak#
F6
(5/5)
Menu Copy1 Copy2
Strm# Peak#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.79
Example of peak setup-specific screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Copy1):
F3 (Copy2):
F5 (Strm#):
F6 (Peak#):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the Peak copy 1 screen.
Displays the Peak copy 2 screen.
Specifies the Stream number.
Specifies the Peak number.
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• When using F1 (Menu) to move to other screen and then return to the Peak Setup-Specific
screen again, the screen for the previously displayed stream number and peak number
appears. However, when peak assignment has been changed in the Peak Assigments
screen, the screen for Stream 1/Peak 1 appears.
Table 5.2
Process (Type)
Distillation
Peak
Calculation
Heating value
AI
Program output
No processing
Process (Detail)
Std B.P proc, RVP proc, Distill % proc
External 3rd, External linear, Indirect
• When "Distillation" or "Corr area norm" is set, only "Indirect" is available.
Base level, Signal level, Noise level, Deviation calc, Linear 1, Linear 2, Linear 3,
Linear 4, Linear 5, Ratio, Separation cape, Divisor
A1-Calorific val, A1-Spec gravity, A1-Compress fact, A1-Wobbe index, A2-Heating
v/vol, A2-Heating v/mas, A2-Relative dens, A2-Density, A2-Compress fact, A2Wobbe index, J-Calorific val, J-Spec gravity, J-Compress fact, J-Wobbe index,
I-CalorificV/mol, I-CalorificV/mas, I-CalorificV/vol, I-Relative dens, I-Density,
I-Compress fact, I-Wobbe index
A/I signal 1, A/I signal 2, A/I signal 3, A/I signal 4, A/I signal 5, A/I signal 6, A/I signal
7, A/I signal 8, A/I signal 9, A/I signal 10, A/I signal 11, A/I signal 12, A/I signal 13,
A/I signal 14, A/I signal 15, A/I signal 16
Program output
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Display Item
Stream #
Peak #
Using peak number
Assigned peak
number
Process (Type)
Name
Display/
Setting
stream
number
Display/
Setting peak
number
Process
(Indication)
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
31
1
999
0
0
999
999
○
○
Peak name
Execution
Synchronize to
○
○
○
1(0)
31
○
1(0)
999
Synchronized
stream
number
Synchronized
peak number
Unit
Remarks
Indication only.
Process (Detail)
Output flag
Range number
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○
○
Distillation, Peak, Calculation,
Heating value, AI, Program
output, No processing
Type: "Distillation"
Std B.P proc, RVP proc,
Distill % proc
Type: "Peak"
External 3rd, External linear,
Indirect
• When "Distillation" or "Corr
area norm" is set, only
"Indirect" is available.
Type: "Calculation"
Base level, Signal level,
Noise level, Deviation calc,
Linear 1, Linear 2, Linear
3, Linear 4, Linear 5, Ratio,
Separation cape, Divisor
Type: "Heating value"
A1-Calorific val, A1-Spec
gravity, A1-Compress fact,
A1-Wobbe index, A2-Heating
v/vol, A2-Heating v/mas, A2Relative dens, A2-Density,
A2-Compress fact, A2Wobbe index, J-Calorific val,
J-Spec gravity, J-Compress
fact, J-Wobbe index, ICalorificV/mol, I-CalorificV/
mas, I-CalorificV/vol,
I-Relative dens, I-Density,
I-Compress fact, I-Wobbe
index
Type: "AI"
A/I signal 1, A/I signal 2,
A/I signal 3, A/I signal 4,
A/I signal 5, A/I signal 6,
A/I signal 7, A/I signal 8, A/I
signal 9, A/I signal 10, A/I
signal 11, A/I signal 12, A/I
signal 13, A/I signal 14, A/I
signal 15, A/I signal 16
Type: "Program output"
Program output
A(8)
Not executed, Executed
When "0" is entered to both
stream number and peak
number, synchronism is
dissolved. [0xFFFF] is set to the
data. It is not available to setting
to own peak number.
None, Provided
• When the type of stream is
calibrating, the range number
will be shown as * (asterisk).
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Auto gain value
Detector number
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Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
Unit
Remarks
2 to the n th power
---, 1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-2, 3-1, 3-2
• Only the detector that belong
to the SYS that belong to the
GCM is available.
No unit, %, ppm, ppb, wt%,
wtppm, wtppb, vol%, volppm,
volppb, mol%, molppm, molppb,
(space), (User definition)
Measuring unit
○
1
100
Measuring range
Gate cut method
○
○
0.000
9999.999
Integ method
Peak polarity
Detected slope
○
○
○
0.0
999.9999
Tangent corr
○
Auto tracking req
○
Area %
○
0.5
99.5
0% value
100% value
○
○
-999.999
-999.999
9999.999
9999.999
Std B.P
Set up Conc.
Section set stop
○
○
-999.9
0.00000
0.0
999.9
1.00000
Peak detection
stop time
Action time
○
0.0 or 5.0
21600.0 *
second * The upper limit value
depends on the sampling
rate of the detector.
Sampling rate Upper limit
20 ms
2700.0 s
40 ms
5400.0 s
80 ms
10800.0 s
160 ms
21600.0 s
• Minimum value is 5.0
seconds for noise level.
Peak std time
Gate ON time
Gate OFF time
○
○
○
0.0
0.0
0.0
21600.0 *
21600.0 *
21600.0 *
A/H req
Normalization
Response factor f
Min peak width
Min peak height
Min peak area
○
○
○
○
○
○
-9999.999
0.2
0.008
9999.999
30.0
128.0
second * The upper limit value
depends on the sampling
second
rate of the detector.
second
Sampling rate Upper limit
20 ms
2700.0 s
40 ms
5400.0 s
80 ms
10800.0 s
160 ms
21600.0 s
Area, Height
Not executed, Executed
Time gate, Slope gate, Slope/
Time, Time/Slope, Zone
Skimming, Vert method
Positive, Negative
mV/sec • When Detected slope is
0.000, the gate ON/OFF
timing is same as the peak
ON/OFF timing.
Not executed, Executed
• Available the setting if the
"Slope gate”, “Time/Slope”,
or “Zone” is selected in Gate
cut method, or “Skimming” is
selcted in Integ method.
No tracking, Tracking exec,
Tracking std
• Base level/Noise level: "No
tracking and "Tracking exec"
are available.
A/I signal 1 to 16
mV
mVs
0.2, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 10.0, 30.0
0.008, 0.016, 0.031, 0.063,
0.125, 0.250, 0.500, 1.000,
2.000, 4.000, 8.000, 16.00,
32.00, 64.00, 128.0
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Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
RVP coef A
RVP coef B
○
○
-9999.999
-9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
Factor K
Factor A
Factor B
Std conc
Std area
Calib factor
Ref peak
○
-9999.999
-9999.999
-9999.999
0.000
0.000
0.000
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
40000.000
9999.999
31
999
31
999
31
999
31
999
Ref peak
Ref peak 2
Std peak
Stream number
Peak number
Stream number
Peak number
Stream number
Peak number
Stream number
Peak number
○
○
○
○
Linear calc 1 factor
Linear calc 2 factor
Linear calc 3 factor
Linear calc 4 factor
Linear calc 5 factor
○
-9999.999
-9999.999
-9999.999
-9999.999
-9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
9999.999
Tracking coef a
Tracking coef b
Factor a
Factor b
Auto gain value
Ref peak nume
Ref peak deno
Ref peak l
Ref peak m
Total Std area
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
0.500
-21600.0
-9999.999
-9999.999
0
1
1
1
1
0.000
2.000
21600.0
9999.999
9999.999
15
31
999
31
999
40000.000
○
○
○
○
-9.9999
-9.9999
1
9.9999
999.99
6
Stream number
Peak number
Stream number
Peak number
H2 peak no
Compress fact.(air)
Temp.(degC)
SYS number
Unit
Remarks
Available for “Calibration” or
“Calibration run”.
2 to the n th power
Ratio (numerator)
Ratio (denominator)
Separation capacity (component l)
Separation capacity (component m)
• The SYS that belong to
the GCM that belong to the
stream is available.
Note: Gate ON/OFF time can be changed in the run mode. If the time is changed before the
warming up time of the next stream, it is applied to the next stream. However, if there is
overlap in the gate ON/OFF times, operation will stop.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
When 0 is entered for both stream and peak number, synchronization is released.
Individual peak number cannot be set.
Setting synchronized peak of parent peak is invalid.
Cannot set peak within the same stream to synchronized destination.
Cannot set peak within calibration stream to synchronized destination.
Calibration run stream cannot be set for synchronization.
Only sample run streams can be set up for synchronization.
Distillation analysis stream and normal analysis stream can be synchronized.
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Table 5.3
Synchronization rules table
Destination
Measurement
Source
Measurement
○
Cal
▲
Val
○
Calibration run
×
Sample run
×
Cal
Val
×
×
×
×
×
○
▲
○
×
×
Calibration
run
×
×
×
×
×
Sample run
×
×
×
×
○
○, ▲: Synchronization possible, see Synchronize items for synchronization items.
*: The ▲ symbol in the Synchronization Rules Table signifies (Cal →Measurement, Cal →Val) and he synchronization items ▲
(process assignment, reference peak, etc.) cannot be synchronized.
×:
Cannot be synchronized.
The following is an example of setting error.
Synchronized destination: Stream 2ーPeak 1
5
Indirect synchronization
Stream 1ーPeak 1
Stream 1ーPeak 2
F0502.ai
Contradicts the rule “Cannot set peak within the same stream to synchronized destination.”
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Peak synchronization and peak copy items
Name
Absolute peak number 1
Peak name
Stream number
Relative peak number
Peak execution
Detector number or SYS number
Process assign
DCS output flag
Ref Peak 1
Stream number
Peak number
Ref Peak 2
Stream number
Peak number
Measuring range
Unit
Normalization
Factor 1
<1000-fold data>
Factor K, Factor a, Factor f
<10000-fold data> Compress fact.(air)
<100-fold data> Temp.(degC)
Factor 2
<1000-fold data>
Factor A, Factor b, RVP coef A, 0%
value, Area %, Std B.P
Factor 3
<1000-fold data>
Factor B, RVP coef B, 100% value
Factor 4
<1000-fold data> Std conc
<100000-fold data>
Set up Conc.
Range number
Gate cut method
Auto tracking req
Peak polarity
Detected slope
Tangent corr
A/H req
Integ method
Cal method req
Chrom gain req (Auto gain value)
Peak std time
Gate ON Time
Gate OFF Time
Linear Calc 1 factor
Linear Calc 2 factor
<10000-fold data> Section set stop
Linear Calc 3 factor
Linear Calc 4 factor
Linear Calc 5 factor
<10000-fold data>
Calib factor, Response factor
Std area
Min peak width
Min peak height
Min peak area
Modbus address
Tracking Factor a
Tracking Factor b
Peak Synchronization
○
Peak Copy
×
×
×
○
○
○
○
▲
×
×
× *1
Always set copy target to Not executed.
○
○
×
○
▲
▲
○
○
▲
▲
▲
○
▲
○
○
○
○
○
▲
○
▲
○
▲
○
▲
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
▲
▲
×
○
○
○
○
○
○
○
×
○
○
○
○
○
○
▲
▲
▲
○
○
○
▲
○
○
○
×
×
×
○
×
×
×
×
×
×
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l Peak copy 1
Press F2 (Copy1).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Copy 1
(1/4)
Total Assign # 30
Strm# Stream name Assign Peak num
1 A1 10 1
2 A2 10 5
3 10 5
4 0 0
5 0 0
6 0 0
7 0 0
8 0 0
Menu PeakSet
Copy
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.80
Example of peak copy 1 (1/4) screen
5
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F2 (PeakSet): Displays the Peak Setup-Specific screen.
F6 (Copy):
Executes copy after entering Source stream and Destination stream.
• Copy destination peak must be an independent peak.
• See Peak synchronization and peak copy items regarding data for copy.
Display Item
Name
Total Assign # Total assign
Strm#
Stream number
Stream name
Assign
Peak num
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0
999
1
31
0
0
999
999
Unit
Remarks
Total assigned peak of all
streams
Total assigned peak of stream
Total used peak number of
stream
1.
2.
3.
Copy peak assigned to stream source and destination.
When stream source and destination of assignment number are different, use the stream
with the smaller assignment number as the standard.
When the assignment number of either the stream source or destination is zero, error will
occur and copy cannot be made.
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4.
Copy rules for synchronized peaks.
Destination
Independent peak
Parent peak
Source
Independent peak Copy as is (change copy Maintain destination peak
item)
in independent peak and
synchronize (comply with
synchronization rules to
change synchronization
items).
Parent peak
Child peak
5.
Cannot copy
Convert to independent
peak and copy (change
copy item).
Cannot copy
Convert to independent
peak and synchronize
(comply with
synchronization rules to
change synchronization
items).
Child peak
Assess using peak
synchronizing rules. When
synchronization is not possible,
maintain independent peak
and synchronize. When
synchronization is possible,
set synchronization as
synchronization target of copy
destination = synchronization
target of copy source.
Cannot copy
Assess using peak
synchronizing rules. When
synchronization is not possible,
maintain independent peak
and synchronize. When
synchronization is possible,
set synchronization as
synchronization target of copy
destination = synchronization
target of copy source.
Copy items: Copy stream number in peak process-specific setup part (T19) and parts other
than relative peak number
l Peak copy 2
Press F3 (Copy 2).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Copy 2
(1/2)
Stream # 1 Use num # 1 Assign # 10
Peak# Name Usage Process (Detail)
1 P1 On Base level
2 Off Indirect
3 Off Indirect
4 Off Indirect
5 Off Indirect
6 Off Indirect
7 Off Indirect
8 Off Indirect
Menu PeakSet
Copy
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.81
Example of peak copy 2 screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F2 (PeakSet): Displays the Peak Setup-Specific screen
F6 (Copy):
Executes copy after entering Source peak and Destination peak.
• Stream number for display and setting becomes the stream number in the peak setupspecific screen when relevant screen is requested.
• Copy destination peak must be an independent peak.
• See Peak synchronization and peak copy items regarding data for copy.
• When Process (Type) is set to No processing, Process (Detail) displays No processing.
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Display Item
Name
Stream #
Stream number
Use num #
Use
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
31
0
999
Assign #
Assign
0
999
Peak #
Relevant stream
peak number
Peak/Processing
name
Peak usage status
1
999
Name
Usage
Process
(Detail)
5.4.10
Unit
Remarks
Number of peaks in the relevant
stream
Number of assigned peaks in
the relevant stream
Eight one-bite characters
ON when in use, OFF when not
in use
5
Cal/Val Setup
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Cal/Val Setup (Main)
GCM # 1
> - Cal(Val) method Semi-auto
- Auto start date 2011/11/22
- Auto start time 00:00
- Time interval 000 day:00:05
Auto cal status Stopping
Menu
Start
Stop
Cal
Val
GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.82
Example of Cal/Val Set (main) screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Start):
F3 (Stop):
F4 (Cal):
F5 (Val):
F6 (GCM #):
Displays the Table menu screen.
Executes the Auto cal start command.
Executes the Auto cal stop command.
Displays the Calibration set screen.
Displays the Validation Set screen.
Specifies a GCM Number.
• In the case of auto cal, when auto calibration is started using the F2 (Start) auto
calibration start command, the message “Operation change selected” is displayed. When
measurement status is executing calibration, validation or auto-calibration status, the
message “Operation change not selected” is displayed.
• In the case of auto cal, auto cal is stopped using the F3 (Stop) auto cal stop command, the
message “Operation change selected” is displayed. When measurement status is stopping
calibration, validation or auto-calibration status, the message “Operation change not
selected” is displayed.
• When auto-calibration start command is executed using F2 (Start), and where Cal/Val
setting for auto cal and auto val is not set to execute, the message “Auto cal or val has not
been set yet” is displayed.
• When auto cal status is executing and Cal (Val) method is changed to semi-auto or manual,
the auto cal status is changed to stopping. However, for calibration that is already in session,
the analysis is performed until the main cycle ends.
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Display Item
GCM #
Cal (Val)
method
Auto start
date
Name
Auto start
time
Time interval
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Unit
Remarks
○
Manual, Semi-auto, Auto
○
2000 to 2099, Jan to Dec, 1st
to 31st*
* Upper Limit will differ
depending on the month
0 to 23 hours, 0 to 59 minutes
○
○
Auto cal
status
0 to 255 days, 0 to 23 hours, 0
to 59 minutes
Date, Hour, and Min cannot be
set to all 0.
Stopping, Executing
l Calibration set
Press F4 (Cal).
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Calibration Setup
GCM #
1 Cal # 1
> - Cal stream 2
- Cal times 1
- Auto cal Unexecuted
- ValStr# before Cal 0
- ValStr# after Cal 0
- Val before Cal times 1
- Val after Cal times 1
Menu
Peak
Main
GCM#
Cal#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.83
Example of calibration set screen
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Peak):
F4(Main):
F5 (GCM #):
F6 (Cal #):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Displays the calibration peak set screen.
Displays the Cal/Val Set (main) screen.
Specifies a GCM number.
Specifies a Cal number.
When ValStr # before Cal and ValStr # after Cal are set to 0, Val stream is not executed.
• When a GCM number is changed, the Cal number is allowed to return to 1.
• A Cal stream can be set to Cal only when a stream type is set to Cal. When the setting is
attempted with a stream type other than Cal, the message “The kind of stream is incorrect”
is displayed. When it does not exist in the relevant GCM, the message “The stream doesn’t
exist in GCM” is displayed.
• A ValStr # before Cal and a ValStr # after Cal can only be set when the stream type is Val.
When the stream type is other than Val, the message “The kind of stream is incorrect” is
displayed. When it does not exist in the relevant GCM, the message “The stream doesn’t
exist in GCM” is displayed.
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Display Item
Name
GCM #
Cal #
Cal Number
Cal stream
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
0
0
6
31*
Cal times
○
0
30
Auto cal
specification
ValStr #
before and
after cal
Val before
and after cal
times
○
○
0
31**
○
0
30
Unit
Remarks
* Only stream numbers and cal
streams belonging to GCM can
be set. (Stream setup screen )
Cal times + Val before cal times
+ Val after cal times must not
exceed 31.
Unexecuted, Executed
** Only stream numbers and Val
streams belonging to GCM can
be set. (Stream setup screen)
Cal times + Val before cal times
+ Val after cal times must not
exceed 31.
l Calibration peak set
Press F2 (Peak).
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Calibration Peak Setup
Peak # 1
> - Peak name
- Execution Executed
- Measuring unit 1 ( )
- Measuring range 1.000
- Std conc 1.000
- Std area 950.000
- Calib factor 2.063
Cal
F1
F2
Figure 5.84
Peak#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of calibration peak set screen
F2 (Cal):
Displays the calibration set screen
F6 (Peak #): Specifies a peak number.
• Displays the stream peak set in Cal stream.
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Display Item
Name
Peak #
Peak number
Peak name
Execution
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
999
○
○
Measurement
unit
○
1
100
Measuring
range
Std conc
Standard
area
Calibration
factor
○
0.000
9999.999
○
○
0.000
0.000
9999.999
40000.000
○
0.000
9999.999
Unit
Remarks
Alphanumeric: 8 characters
Executed
Not executed
1( )
2 (%)
3 (ppm)
4 (ppb)
5 (wt.%)
6 (wt.ppm)
7 (wt.ppb)
8 (vol.%)
9 (vol.ppm)
10 (vol.ppb)
11 (mol.%)
12 (mol.ppm)
13 (mol.ppb)
14 and over ( )
l Validation Set
Press F5 (Val).
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Validation Setup
GCM #
1 Val # 1
> - Val stream 3
- Val times 1
- Auto val Unexecuted
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.85
F1 (Menu):
F4(Main):
F5 (GCM #):
F6 (Val #):
Main
GCM#
Val#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of validation set screen
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the Cal/Val Set (main) screen.
Specifies a GCM number.
Specifies a Val number.
• Validation stream can only be set when stream type is Val. When stream type is other than
Val, the message “The kind of stream is incorrect” is displayed. When it does not exist in the
relevant GCM, the message “The stream doesn’t exist”in GCM is displayed
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Name
GCM #
Val #
Val number
Validation
stream
Validation
times
Auto
validation
specification
5.4.11
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
1
0
6
31*
○
0
30
Unit
Remarks
* Only val streams belonging to
GCM can be set. (Stream setup
screen )
○
Unexecuted, Executed
Multirange Setup
When using peak setup-specific to set a range number, the multirange setup is made effective.
When synchronizing the data in the range number with peak setup-specific, changes can be
made bidirectionally.
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Multirange Setup
Range # 1
> - Process (Type) Distillation
- Process (Detail) Std B.P proc
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.86
Get
Range#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of multirange setup screen
F1 (Menu):
F4(Get):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
Gets the set values of the Process assign, measurement unit, measurement
range, etc. of the specified peak.
F6 (Range #): Specifies a range number (1 to 31).
Stream type
Measurement Calibration
Range synchronization
—
Valid
Invalid
Validation
Valid
Calibration
run
Invalid
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Name
Range #
Range number
Process
(Type)
Process
(Detail)
Measurement
Unit
Measuring
range
Ref peak
number
Ref peak 1, 2
0, 100%
value
5.4.12
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
31
○
○
○
○
○
Unit
Remarks
See the Display Data List for
Peak setup-specific screen.
See the Display Data List for
Peak setup-specific screen.
See the Display Data List for
Peak setup-specific screen.
See the Display Data List for
Peak setup-specific screen.
○
○
Alarm Setup
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Alarm Setup
GCM # 1 Set # 1
> - Stream number 2
Peak number 1
- Check item Conc
- Maximum 0.000
- Minimum 0.000
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.87
GCM#
Set#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of alarm setup screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table Menu screen.
F5 (GCM #): Specifies a GCM number.
F6 (Set #):
Sets an alarm number.
• When a stream and a peak number in database are both zero, they are assessed as no
settings and all data is displayed with * (asterisk).
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Display Item
GCM #
Set #
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Stream
number
Peak number
○
Check items
○
Maximum,
Minimum
○
5.4.13
(0), 1
31
(0), 1
999
Unit
Remarks
Relevant set number (1 to 32),
32 per GCM (Total 192)
99 can also be entered.
When a stream number is 99,
all streams belonging to GCM is
applicable and a relative peak
number is assigned to the peak
number.
Assign 0 to the stream number
and the peak number to enable
setting invalid data.
Alarm check items, Density, R.
Time, Vari coeff, Tailing coeff
Density: −999.999 to 9999.999
(Process assign is A/I signal),
0.000 to 9999.999 (Process
assign is other than A/I signal)
R. Time:0.000 to 21600.0 sec
Vari coeff: 0.000 to 1.999
Tailing coeff: 0.000 to100.000
Peak Assignments
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Peak Assigments
(1/4)
Total assign 30 unassign 969
Strm# Name Assign Use GCM num
1 A1 10 0 1
2 A2 10 5 1
3 10 5 1
4 0 0 1
5 0 0 1
6 0 0 1
7 0 0 1
8 0 0 1
Menu
Exec
Assign
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.88
Example of peak assignments (1/4) screen
F1 (Menu):
F4 (Exec):
F6 (Assign):
Displays the Table menu screen.
Executes configuration change of peak table.
Sets stream numbers and assign numbers for the setting.
The setting is enabled only when all GCMs are in stop mode.
The total usage of peak table is set per stream.
When a stream set in GCM is selected, the GCM number is displayed in the GCM number area.
When a stream that is not set in GCM is selected, the GCM number area is blank.
Stream numbers and relative peak numbers are reset by executing F4 (Exec). Execution is
initialized to Off.
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Display Item
Name
Total assign Total assigned peak
Unassign
Unassigned peak
number
Stream #
Stream number
Stream name
Assignment
number
Usage
GCM Number
5.4.14
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0
999
0
999
Relevant stream
peak assign number
Relevant stream
peak usage
1
31
0
999
0
999
1
6
Unit
Remarks
If any stream name or set name
exists, the table content is
directly shown.
Settable
Communications Setup
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Communications Setup
COM # 1
> - Type DCS
- Protocol MODBUS
- Trans contents * * * * * * * * * *
- Recep contents * * * * * * * *
- Trans speed 9600bps
- Procedure * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
- Parity Odd
- Com mode RTU mode
- Scaling coef Real
Menu
COM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.89
Examples of communications setup screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F6 (COM #): Sets a communication port number.
• Modbus protocol can be set to both COM1 and COM2. However, GCCU and GCCU or
Y-Protocol (GC1000/GC8, GC6, GCHC) and Y-Protocol cannot be set to COM1 and COM2
respectively.
• Items that cannot be set due to types and protocols are displayed with * (asterisk).
Type
Protocol
Trans contents
Recep contents
Trans speed
Procedure
Parity
Com mode
Scaling coef
NA
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
MODBUS
×
×
○
×
○
○
○
DCS
GC1000/GC8
○
○
○
○
○
×
×
GC6
○
○
○
○
○
×
×
GCHC
○
○
○
○
○
×
×
GCCU
×
○
○
○
○
○
×
×
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Display Item
COM #
Type
Protocol
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
2
○*
○*
Trans
contents
Recep
contents
Trans speed
○*
Procedure
○*
Parity
Com mode
Scaling coef
○*
○*
○*
*:
○*
○*
Unit
5-83
Remarks
None, DCS, GCCU
None, DCS, GCCU
MODBUS, GC1000/GC8, GC6,
GCHC * Only when the type is
DCS
Analyzed value, Alarm, All data
None, Command, All data, GC8
type
1200 bps, 2400 bps, 4800 bps,
9600 bps, 19200 bps, 38400
bps
Without procedure, With
procedure
None, Odd, Even
RTU mode, ASCII mode
Real, 9999, 65535
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
5.4.15
D/O Setup
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D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Operation mode
- GCM number 1
- Operation mode Stop
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.90
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Status):
F5 (Slot #):
F6 (DO #):
Status
Slot#
DO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/O setup screen
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the D/O status screen.
Specifies a slot number.
Specifies a D/O number.
• A D/O contact number displays the relative number of each SLOT.
• When F5 (Slot #) is pressed, Slot #: is displayed at the bottom line. When a slot number
is entered and SET/ENT key is pressed, the set value of the specified slot number is
displayed.
• When setting the slot number, if a card other than D/O or DI/O is installed in the relevant
slot, any entry is not accepted.
• When F6 (DO#) is pressed, DO #: is displayed at the bottom line (the default is 1). When
D/O number is entered and SET/ENT key is pressed, the set value of the specified D/O
number is displayed.
• When any D/O number is used for stream identification on the GCM setup screen , the
Process assign displays ****** and not selectable.
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D/O Setup
(1/2)
(2/2)
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Slot # 1 DO # 1
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Stream sequence
> - Stream sequence 7 AAAAAAA
- GCM number 1
- Stream sequence 8 AAAAAAA
- Stream sequence 1 AAAAAAA
- Stream sequence 2 AAAAAAA
- Stream sequence 3 AAAAAAA
- Stream sequence 4 AAAAAAA
- Stream sequence 5 AAAAAAA
- Stream sequence 6 AAAAAAA
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.91
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to stream sequence)
When the stream sequence is set in the Process assign, items to set up specified output of each
stream sequence are added, and all two pages are displayed.
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D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Stream
- Stream 1 (GCM 1)
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.92
Status
Slot#
DO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to stream)
• The GCM number displayed on the screen cannot be set.
• When an Over limit value is set as the stream, “Over limit” is displayed in the bottom line and
the set value is not shown.
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D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Operation mode
- GCM number 1
- Operation mode Stop
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.93
Status
Slot#
DO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to 0peration mode)
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• When an Over limit value is set as a GCM number, “Over limit” is displayed in the bottom
line and the set value is not shown.
• Warming up time for the currently operated stream is not included in case of Run.
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D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Alarm
- GCM number 1
- Alarm level 1 AAAAAAA
- Alarm level 2 AAAAAAA
- Composition Alarm AAAAAAA
5
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.94
Status
Slot#
DO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to Alarm)
• When an Over limit value is set, “Over limit” is displayed in the bottom line and the value is
ignored.
• Alarm Number
Alarm level 1
Alarm level 2
Composition Alarm
1 to 200
201 to 400 ( include 291 to 294)
291 to 294
• GCM number 0 is relevant to alarms that are common for all the GCMs.
• In case GCM number 9 is selected, all the alarms in any of 0 to 6 GCMs will triggers the DO.
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D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Timing
- SYS number 1 (GCM 1)
- SYS Method 1
- First time AAAAAA
- Second time AAAAAA
- Third time AAAAAA
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.95
Status
Slot#
DO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to Timing)
• Any SYS number that is not set in GCM cannot be set.
• When an Over limit value is set as a SYS number, “Over limit” is displayed in the bottom line
and the set value is not shown.
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D/O Setup
(1/2)
(2/2)
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Slot # 1 DO # 1
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Cal/Val
> - Validation 1 AAAA
- GCM number 1
- Validation 2 AAAA
- Calibration 1 AAAA
- Validation 3 AAAA
- Calibration 2 AAAA
- Validation 4 AAAA
- Calibration 3 AAAA
- Validation 5 AAAA
- Calibration 4 AAAA
- Validation 6 AAAA
- Calibration 5 AAAA
- Calibration 6 AAAA
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.96
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to Cal/Val)
• When an Over limit value is set as a GCM number, “Over limit” is displayed in the bottom
line and the set value is not shown.
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D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Str valve select
- Str valve number 1
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.97
Status
Slot#
DO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/O setup screen (setting the Process assign to Str valve select)
• The Str valve select is a function to operate stream selection valves, and is operated
according to the Stream valve ON/OFF time in the Method.
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Slot #
DO #
Process
assignment
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
5
1
5
○
GCM number
○
Stream
sequence 1
to 8
○
Stream
number
Operation
mode
Alarm
level 1, 2,
Composition
alarm
SYS Number
SYS method
1st to 3rd
times
Cal 1 to 6
Val 1 to 6
Stream valve
number
○
5.4.16
1, (0*)
1
6, (9*)
31
○
○
○
○
Remarks
Limited
Limited
No process, Stream sequence,
Stream, Operation mode, Alarm,
Timing, Cal/Val, Str valve select
Setting possible only when 1 to
6, process assign entails stream
sequence, cal (val), operation
mode and alarm.
* GCM number 0 is relevant
to alarms that are common for
all the GCMs. In case GCM
number 9 is selected, all the
alarms in any of 0 to 6 GCMs
will triggers the DO.
Off,On
Initial value for stream sequence
1 only has Output. Others have
No output.
Run, Run (including warming up
time), Stop, Pause
Off,On
○
○
○
○
Unit
5-87
1
1
1
6
6
31
Limited
Limited
Off,On
Off,On
Off,On
D/I Setup
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D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name
- Process assign Range Select
- Stream number 1 (GCM 1)
Peak number 1
- Range number 1
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.98
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Status):
F5 (Slot#):
F6 (DI#):
Status
Slot#
DI#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of D/I setup screen
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the D/I status screen.
Sets a slot number.
Sets a D/I number.
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* Press F5 (Slot#), and Slot No. is displayed in the second line below. Use the numeric
keypad to select slot number and press Set/Ent to set the slot number. When the selected
slot is not DI, the message “Cannot select” is displayed in the second line below.
* Press F6 (DI#) and D/I number is displayed in the second line below. Use the numeric
keypad to select contact number and press Set/Ent to set the contact number. When the
selected contact number exceeds the limits, “Over limit” is displayed in the second line
below.
* When stream sequence is set in the Process assign, items to select stream sequence are
added.
* When stream is set in the Process assign, items to select a Stream number and the Number
of times and a GCN number display are added. The displayed GCN number cannot be set.
* When Over limit numerical values are selected for the Stream number and the Number of
times, “Over limit” is displayed in the second line below and the numerical values that were
set are not reflected.
* When Range select is set in the Process assign, items to select a range assigned stream,
a range assigned peak and a range number for Range select and a GCN number are
additionally displayed. The displayed GCN number cannot be set.
* When Over limit numerical values are selected for a range assigned stream, a range
assigned peak and a range number, “Over limit” is displayed in the second line below and
the numerical values that were set are not reflected.
* When Cal (Val) is set in the Process assign, selection items for Cal (Val) and a GCM number
are added.
* When Over limit numerical values are selected for a GCM number, “Over limit” is displayed
in the second line below and the numerical values that were set are not reflected.
* When Operation mode is set in the Process assign, selection items for operation mode and
a GCM number are added.
* When Over limit numerical values are selected for a GCM number, “Over limit” is displayed
in the second line below and the numerical values that were set are not reflected.
* When Alarm process is set in the Process assign, selection items for an alarm level and a
message are added.
* When the set numerical values are Over limit of the alarm level or a set message has more
than 22 characters, “Over limit” is displayed in the second line below and the numerical
values that were set are not reflected.
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Display Item
Slot #
DI #
Signal name
Process
assign
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
5
1
8
○
○
GCM number
○
Stream
sequence
Stream
number
Number of
times
Peak number
Range
number
Cal/Val
number
○
1
8
○
1
31
○
0
999
○
○
1
1
999
31
Operation
mode
Alarm level
Cal 1, Cal 2, Cal 3, Cal 4, Cal 5,
Cal 6, Val 1, Val 2, Val 3, Val 4,
Val 5, Val 6
Run, Stop, Pause
○
○
○
2 or 3
201 to 232 (in the case of alarm
level 2), 401 to 432 (in the case
of alarm level 3)
Alphanumeric: 22 characters
Message
5.4.17
Remarks
Limited
Limited
Alphanumeric: 8 characters
No process, Stream sequence,
Stream, Range select, Cal/Val,
Operation mode, Alarm process
Setup possible when 0 to 6,
process assign entails Stream
sequence, Cal (Val) and
Operation mode.
* In the case of zero, applicable
to all GCM. When process
assign entails alarm, applicable
to alarms for all GCM and
equipment.
0: Consecutive, 1 to 999: times
○
Alarm number
Unit
A/O Setup
When #1 Output stream is set at 99, the analyzed value of all streams belonging to GCM are
read out. In this case, the setup for #2 Output stream and #2 Output peak become invalid. This
setup can be done independently for each A/O.
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A/O Setup
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - GCM number 1
- AO Chromatogram Det 1-1
- #1 Output stream * *
#1 Output peak * * *
- #1 Percent span offset * * * * *
- #1 Percent zero offset * * * * *
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.99
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Status):
F5 (Slot #):
F6 (AO #):
(1/2)
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A/O Setup
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - #2 Output stream * *
#2 Output peak * * *
- #2 Percent span offset * * * * *
- #2 Percent zero offset * * * * *
Status
Slot#
AO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of A/O setup screen
Menu
F1
F2
Status
F3
F4
Slot#
F5
(2/2)
AO#
F6
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the A/O status screen.
Sets a Slot number.
Sets a A/O number.
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• When A/O chromatogram output is set, other items are displayed with * (asterisk).
• #1 Output stream and #2 Output stream cannot be set in the same Stream. If this setup is
attempted, the error message “Already assigned in request stream” is displayed.
• If a detector that does not exist is selected in the setting of the A/O chromatogram, the error
message “Not load the detector” is displayed.
Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit Unit
Remarks
Slot#
Slot number
1
5
AO #
A/O channel number
1
8
GCMNumber
○
1
6
AO
○
Normal output, Det1-1, Det1-2,
Chromatogram
Det2-1, Det2-2, Det3-1, Det3-2
* Multiple OA channels can
be assigned to the same
detector. However, up to a
maximum of 8 channels.
#1 Output
○
(0), 1
(99), 31
Lower Limit (0) cancels the
stream
output of the relevant peak.
Upper Limit (99) gives output of
analyzed values of all streams.
○
(0), 1
31
Lower Limit (0) cancels the
#2 Output
stream
output of the relevant peak.
#1, #2 Output
○
(0), 1
999
Lower Limit (0) cancels the
peak
output of the relevant peak.
#1, #2 Partial
○
0.001
1.000
hi
#1, #2 Partial
○
0.000
0.999
low
5.4.18
A/I Setup
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A/I Setup
Slot # 1 AI # 1
> - Signal name AA
- Filter const 1.000
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.100
Status
Slot#
AI#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of A/I setup screen
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Status):
F5 (Slot#):
F6 (AI#):
Display Item
Slot #
AI #
Signal Name
Filtering const
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the A/I status screen.
Sets a Slot number.
Sets an A/I number.
Name
Slot number
A/I input number
A/I signal name
A/I filtering constant
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
5
1
4
○
○
0.001
1.000
Unit
Remarks
Alphanumeric: 8 characters
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Network Setup
Set up IP addresses and networks.
NOTE
The new setting will be enabled after rebooting (power OFF/ON) the analyzer. Then, HMI and PC
software cannot connect the analyzer with old setting.
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Network Setup
Main
> - PHY-A IP address 192. 168. 1. 1
- Gateway IP_A 192. 168. 1. 250
- Subnet mask 255. 255. 255. 0
- PCAS config Single
- ASGW config Single
- DCS config Single
- Scaling coef Real
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.101
5
Redundant
Dual_ip
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of network setup (Main) screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F4 (Redundant):
Displays the Redundant setup screen.
• F4 (Redundant) is valid only when the Ethernet (ch2) is installed.
l Redundant setup screen
Execute the redundant setup.
Press F4 (Redundant).
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Network Setup
Redundant
> - Virtual IP address 192. 168. 1. 1
- PHY-B IP address 0. 0. 0. 0
- Gateway IP_B 0. 0. 0. 0
- Diag Interval 500 ms
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.102
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Main):
Main
Dual_ip
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of network setup (Redundant) screen
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the Main screen.
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Execute the dual_ip setup only when the Ethernet (ch2) is installed.
Press F4 (Dual_ip).
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Network Setup
Dual IP
> - IP for dual 1 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 2 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 3 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 4 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 5 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 6 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 7 0. 0. 0. 0
> - IP for dual 8 0. 0. 0. 0
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.103
Main Redundant
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of network setup (Redundant) screen
F1 (Menu):
F3 (Main):
F4 (Redundant):
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the Main screen.
Displays the Redundant setup screen.
* The redundant application will launch only when the Ethernet (ch2) is installed.
Display Item
PHY-A IP
address
Gateway
IP_A
Subnet mask
PCAS config
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○*
○*
○*
○*
DCS config
○*
Scaling coef
Virtual IP
address
PHY-B IP
address
Gateway
IP_B
Diag Interval
IP for dual
○
○*
Remarks
○*
ASGW config
*:
**:
Unit
None, Single, Dual, Twin **
● Dual or twin can be selected
only when Ethernet (ch2) is
installed.
None, Single, Ddual **
● Dual can be selected only
when Ethernet (ch2) is
installed.
None, Single, Twin **
● Twin can be selected only
when Ethernet (ch2) is
installed.
Real, 9999, 65535
○*
○*
○*
○*
500
0
3000
254
ms
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
Dual is a physically redundant network in which virtual IP addresses are used to communicate. If a fault occurs in one route, the
other route is automatically used to continue communication.
Twin is a physically redundant network in which channel 1 uses physical IP address A and channel 2 physical IP address B.
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GCCU Setup
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GCCU Setup
- Analog num 1
- Analog hold output Provided
- Analog serial output None
- Bit parallel output None
- Digital input None
- Alarm Contact Normal open
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.104
F1 (Menu):
F3 (R-AO):
F4 (R-DO):
Display Item
Analog num
5
R-AO
R-DO
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of GCCU setup screen
Displays the Table menu screen.
Display Remote AO status
Display Remote DO status
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
0
36
Analog hold
output
Analog serial
output
Bit parallel
output
Digital input
Alarm
Contact
5.4.21
Unit
Remarks
Factory set value.
Analog output number +4, in
case of Analog serial output.
None, Provided
None, Provided
None, Provided (GC6),
Provided (GC8)
None, Provided
Normal open, Normal close
Remote A/O (GCCU) Set
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Remote A/O (GCCU) Set
(1/2)
R-AO # 1
GCM number 1
> - #1 Output stream 1 (A1 )
#1 Output peak 5 ( )
- #1 Partial hi 1.000
- #1 Partial low 0.000
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.105
Status
R-AO#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of GCCU setup screen
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Remote A/O (GCCU) Set
(2/2)
R-AO # 1
> - #2 Output stream * * ( )
#2 Output peak * * * ( )
- #2 Partial hi 1.000
- #2 Partial low 0.000
Menu
F1
F2
Status
F3
F4
F5
R-AO#
F6
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F3 (Status): Display Remote AO status
F6 (R-AO#): Setting of Remote AO number
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R-AO#
GCM number
#1 Output
stream
#2 Output
stream
#1, #2 Output
peak
#1, #2 Partial
hi
#1, #2 Partial
low
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Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1 (5)
○
0, 1
(99), 31
○
0, 1
31
0, 1
999
○
0.001
1.000
○
0.000
0.999
Unit
Remarks
GCM Setup
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GCM Setup
(1/2)
GCM # 1
> - SYS 1 Yes
- SYS 2 No
- SYS 3 No
- SYS 4 No
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.106
GCM#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of GCM setup screen
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GCM Setup
(2/2)
GCM # 1
> - ATM valve number 1-1
Strm identifying None
- 1st num StrIdentify DO Slot #5 -#1
- 1st num StrValve 0
- Stream valve num 0
- Distillation Provided
Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
GCM#
F6
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F6 (GCM #): Specifies a GCM number.
When F6 (GCM #) is pressed, GCM No. appears in the second line below.
When the numeric keypad is used to select the GCM number and Set/Ent is pressed, the GCM
setup of that number is selected.
The following ovens can be set by SYS.
Up to 2 SYSs can be set for one oven.
Up to 4 SYSs can be set for two ovens.
Up to 6 SYSs can be set for three ovens.
Once one of SYSs is set to Yes and you move to other GCM numbers, ***** is displayed, and
“Already set in other GCM” is displayed in the second line below and it cannot be set for any
other GCM even though the SYS is about to be selected again. When more than the maximum
amount of SYSs is about to be selected, “Cannot select any more” is displayed in the second line
below and any more SYS cannot be selected.
On the fundamental system set screen, when the stream valve kind is set to Binary Output (Air),
only GCM 1 can be set.
When the ATM valve number area is selected and the Set/Ent key is pressed, an ATM valve
number is displayed in the second line below (1-1 to 3-2).
Use the up and down key to select it and press the Set/Ent key, and the number is reflected.
On the ATM valve setup screen, when an ATM valve that has not been set to installed is selected,
“Not installed” is displayed.
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When the stem identifying area is selected and the Set/Ent key is pressed, a strm identifying set
number is displayed in the second line below (from none up to Stream 31).
Use the up and down key to select the number and press the Set/Ent key, and the number is
reflected.
• Setup for Distillation (setting possible per GCM) is as shown below.
(1) When distillation is set to Yes for more than one GCM, the SIMDIS Setup items on the
Table Menu (3/4) screen is shown.
(2) Distillation is added to the stream peak process (type) for the GCM with the Yes
distillation.
(3) Setting in the distillation screen is enabled for the GCM with the Yes distillation.
• When an over limit value is set as a GCM number, “Over limit” is displayed in the line below
and the set value is not reflected.
• ATM valve selection is only possible for an ATM valve that can be set by GCM from oven
that belongs to SYS and which belongs to GCM. When an ATM valve that is set by another
GCM is specified, the error message “Already set in another GCM” is displayed.
Display Item
GCM #
SYS1 to 6
ATM valve
number
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○*
○*
Strm
identifying
○
DO first
number
for stream
identification
○
Stream valve
first number
○
Number of
stream valves
○
Distillation
*:
○*
Unit
Remarks
No (default), Yes
None, 1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-2, 3-1, 3-2
* On the ATM valve setup
screen, only the number set
to Installed is selected and
displayed.
None, up to 3 streams, up to 7
streams, up to 15 streams, up to
31 streams
(Slot number) − (relative D/O
number), (0), 1 to 5, When 0
is entered in slot number and
relative D/O number, 0 is set
in the database and asterisk is
displayed.
0 to total of stream valves, the
total stream valves are set on
the fundamental system settings
screen.
0 to total of stream valves, the
total stream valves are set on
the fundamental system setting
screen.
It is necessary that stream valve
first number + the number of
stream valves is less than or
equal to the total number of
stream valves.
Not provided, Provided
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
(Example)
GCM 1 = up to 7 streams, stream identification read signal of 1-bit, 3-bit (111) D/O first number 1
for stream identification
DO 1: GCM 1 stream identification read signal
DO 2 to 4: GCM 1 stream identification signal
GCM 2 = up to 15 streams, stream identification read signal of 1-bit, 4-bit (1111) D/O first number
1 for stream identification
DO 1: GCM 1 stream Identification read signal
DO 2 to 5: GCM 1 stream identification signal
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SYS Setup
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SYS Setup
SYS # 1 Oven # 1 Valve
> - Valve 1-1 Yes
- Valve 1-2 - - - Valve 1-3 - - - Valve 1-4 - - - Valve 1-5 - - - Valve 1-6 - - - Valve 1-7 - - -
Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
(1/4)
SYS#
F5
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
SYS Setup
SYS # 1 Oven # 1 EPC
> - Carrier 1-1 - - - Carrier 1-2 - - - Utility 1-1 - - - Utility 1-2 - - - Utility 1-3 - - - Utility 1-4 - -
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.107
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SYS Setup
SYS # 1 Oven # 1 Det
> - Det 1-1 ( TCD ) Yes
- Det 1-2 ( TCD ) - - -
Oven#
F6
(3/4)
Menu
F1
F2
F3
(2/4)
SYS#
F5
F4
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
SYS Setup
SYS # 1 Oven
> - Oven 1 ( Isothermal ) Yes
- Oven 2 ( Program ) No
- Oven 3 ( Not provided ) - - -
SYS# Oven#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of SYS setup screen
Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
Oven#
F6
(4/4)
SYS#
F5
F6
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F5 (Sys #):
Specifies a SYS number.
F6 (Oven #): Specifies an Oven number.
Press F5 (SYS#), and “SYS No.:” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to input the number and press the Set/Ent key, and the SYS contents of
the number is shown.
Press F6 (Oven#), and “Oven No.” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to select the number and press the Set/Ent key, and it is reflected in the
second line above, and the valve set of the specified oven is completed.
Point a cursor to the valve and press the Set/Ent key, and options are displayed in the second
line below.
Select either Yes or No (No is default)
Not installed valves are displayed as ----.
When any of the Not installed valves is used by other SYS, **** is displayed.
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In some SYSs, when a valve is set to Yes and other SYS is selected, **** is displayed, “Already
set in other SYS” is displayed in the second line below and it cannot be set again even though it
is selected.
• Any SYS number that does not exist in F5 (SYS#) cannot be entered.
• Any oven number that does not exist in F6 (Oven#) cannot be entered.
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Press F5 (SYS#), and “SYS No.” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to input the number and press the Set/Ent key, and it is reflected in the
second line above and the SYS contents of the number is shown.
Press F6 (Oven#), and “Oven No.” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to select the number and press the Set/Ent key, and it is reflected in the
second line above, and the valve set of the specified oven is completed.
Point a cursor to a detector and press the Set/Ent key, and options are displayed in the second
line below.
Select either Yes or No.
Not installed detectors are displayed as ----.
When any of the Not installed detectors is used by other SYS, **** is displayed.
In some SYSs, when a detector is set to Yes and other SYS is selected, **** is displayed,
“Already set in other SYS” is displayed in the second line below and it cannot be set again even
though it is selected.
l EPC Setup
Press F5 (SYS#), and “SYS No.:” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to select the number and press the Set/Ent key, and the SYS contents
of the number is shown.
Press F6 (Oven#), and “Oven No.:” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to select the number and press the Set/Ent key, and it is reflected in the
second line above and the valve set of the specified oven is completed.
Point a cursor to EPC and press the Set/Ent key, and options are displayed in the second line
below.
Point a cursor to an item and press the Set/Ent key, and options are displayed in the second line
below. Select either Yes or No and press the Set/Ent key, and the setting is done.
When Yes is selected for either EPC: CarrierN-1 or CarrierN-2 that is set in the Program on the
EPC setup screen, EPC program set in the SYS method set is available.
(When Yess are selected for EPC: CarrierN-1, CarrierN-2, and Utility N-1 to N-4 that are set to
Constant in the EPC setup screen Yes, enter set values in the Operating Parameters.)
Not installed EPCs are displayed as ----.
When any of the Not installed EPC is used by other SYS, **** is displayed.
In some SYSs, when an EPC is set to Yes and other SYS is selected, **** is displayed, “Already
set in other SYS” is displayed in the second line below and it cannot be set again even though it
is selected.
• Up to 2 carrier gases set in the program can be set for one SYS.
l Oven Setup
Press F5 (SYS#) and “SYS No.:” is displayed in the second line below.
Use the numeric keypad to select the number and press the Set/Ent key, and the SYS contents
of the number is shown.
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Point a cursor to selection and press the Set/Ent key, and options are displayed in the second
line below.
Select either Yes or No.
Display Item
Name
SYS #
Oven #
Valve
Valve set
detector
Detector type
Display
Detector Setup
Carrier
Utility
Oven
*:
EPC Setup
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
6
1
3
○*
Unit
○*
○*
○*
○*
Remarks
No (default), Yes
Some inputs disabled
No (default), Yes
Some inputs disabled
No (default), Yes
Some input disabled
No (default), Yes
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
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User Programming
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User Programming
Period # 1
> - GCM number 1
- Auto start Off
- Exec interval Day
- Interval (Day) 1
- Interval (Hour) * * *
- Interval (Min) * * * *
- Interval (Sec) * * * *
- Exec SYS number *
Menu Calend Delete
Period#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.108
Example of User Programming screen (Period script)
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Calend):
F3 (Delete):
F6 (Period #):
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the User Programming screen (End of peak detection script).
Displays the period script delete screen.
Specifies a Period script number.
• If a peak is not assigned to the stream set for the specified GCM number, an error occurs
when period script is executed.
• When a GCM number is 0, all set values including the GCM number are displayed as *
(asterisk).
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Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Period #
Period script Number
1
64
GCM Number
○
0
6
Auto Start
○*
Exec Interval
○
Interval (Date)
Interval (Hour)
Interval
(Minute)
Interval
(Second)
Exec SYS
Number
○
○
○
1
1
1
31
148
1440
○
1
3600
○
1
6
*:
Unit
Remarks
Not done (not executable)
Done (executable)
Date
Hour
Minute
Second
Ana end
Date When not selected by Cycle
Hour Time Unit, please display with
Minute asterisk. However, leave internal
data as they are.
Second
Only SYS numbers belonging to
relevant GCM can be selected.
When Ana end is not selected
in the Cycle Time Unit, display *
(asterisk).
* When Exec interval is Ana
end, the relevant period
script is executed at the time
of Ana end for the specified
SYS number.
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
l User Program Delete Screen (Period script)
Press F3 (Delete).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
User Program Delete
Period # 1
> - User Program Delete Not deleted
Menu
Main
Period#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.109
Example of User Program Delete (Period script) screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F2 (Main):
Displays the User Programming screen (Period script).
F6 (Period #): Specifies a Period script number.
• The operation accepts user level above C+ only.
• When Delete is selected in the User Program Delete, the relevant period script file is
deleted. When a script is deleted, the auto start of the script is automatically changed to NA.
Any period script in the status Enable cannot be deleted (an error message is displayed).
• When the execution status is Enable and the user program is about to be deleted, the error
message “No execution because of executing” is displayed.
• Even when the user program is deleted, the script file in the SD card is not deleted.
However, the script on the user program is deleted.
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Display Item
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Period #
Period script Number
1
64
User Program
○
Delete
Unit
Remarks
Do not delete
Delete
l User Programming Screen (End of peak detection script)
Press F2 (Calend).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
User Programming
SYS # 1
> - Auto start Off
Menu Period Delete
SYS#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.110
Example of User Programming screen (end of peak detection script)
F1 (Menu):
F2 (Period):
F3 (Delete):
F6 (SYS #):
Displays the Table menu screen.
Displays the User programming screen (Period script).
Displays the end of peak detection script delete screen.
Specifies an End of peak detection script number
• Any SYS # number that does not exist in F6 (SYS #) cannot be entered.
Display Item
SYS #
Auto Start
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
Unit
Remarks
Not done (not executable)
Done (executable)
l User Program Delete Screen (End of peak detection script)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
User Program Delete
SYS # 1
>
- User Program Delete Not deleted
Menu
Main
SYS#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.111
Example of User Program Delete screen (End of peak detection script)
F1 (Menu):
Display the Table menu screen.
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F2 (Main):
F6 (SYS #):
Display the User Programming screen(period script).
Specifies an End of peak detection script number
• The operation accept user level above C+ only.
• When Delete is selected for User Program Delete, the relevant end of peak detection script
file is deleted. When a script is deleted, the auto start of the script is automatically changed
to NA. Any peak detection script in the status Enable cannot be deleted (an error message
is displayed).
• When the execution status is Enable and the user program is about to be deleted, the error
message “No execution because of executing” is displayed.
• Even when the user program is deleted, the script file in the SD card is not deleted.
However, the script on the user program is deleted.
Display Item
SYS #
Delete User
Program
5.4.25
Name
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
Unit
Remarks
Do not delete
Delete
SIMDIS Setup
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
SIMDIS Setup
GCM # 1
>
- Temperature unit deg C
- Det number of SIMDIS None
- Response factor updating Manual
- Section set updating Auto
- Calib curve updating Auto
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.112
Curve
GCM#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of SIMDIS Setup screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F4 (Convert): Displays the SIMDIS Calib Data Set screen.
F6 (GCM #): Specifies a GCM number.
When setting an over limit value as a GCM number, the message “Over limit” is displayed in
the bottom line and the set value is not reflected. For GCM set as NA for distillation on the GCM
setup (2/2) screen, “No distillation analysis” is displayed at the bottom line and setting is not
reflected.
When the response factor updating is set to Yes, the response factor f on the peak setup-specific
screen of the cal run stream used by the set GCM is automatically updated.
If the calibration factor goes outside the range while executing, the response factor is not
updated.
If the peak concentration is 0, the area is negative, or a peak fails to be detected, the response
factor of the corresponding peak is set to 1.0.
When the section updating is set to Yes, the Section set end on the peak set-up specific screen of
the cal run stream used by the set GCM is automatically updated.
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When the calib curve updating is set to Yes, the calib curve coef a and the calib curve coef b on
the SIMDIS Calib Data Set screen are automatically updated.
• Det number of SIMDIS
Only detectors assigned to relevant GCM can be set up. On the GCM setup screen, the
SYS number belonging to each GCM is detectable and the detector number belonging to
each SYS on the SYS setup screen (2/5) can be detected.
Display Item
GCM #
Temp Unit
Name
GCM Number
Det number of
SIMDISM
Response factor
updating
Section updating
Calilb curve
updating
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
Unit
Remarks
○
degC
degF (May not selectable due to
local regulations)
1-1
○
Manual, Auto
○
○
Manual, Auto
Manual, Auto
l SIMDIS Calib Data Setup
Press F4 (Curve).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
SIMDIS Calib Data Setup
(1/3)
(2/3)
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5 SIMDIS Calib Data Setup
GCM # 1 / SYS # 1 / Method # 1
GCM # 1 / SYS # 1 / Method # 1
> - Data acquisition str 0
> - Data acquisition peak3 0
- Calib curve coef a 1.000
- Elapsed time 3 0.0 s
- Calib curve coef b 1.000
- Std B.P 3 0.0
- Data acquisition peak1 0
- Data acquisition peak4 0
- Elapsed time 1 0.0 s
- Elapsed time 4 0.0 s
- Std B.P 1 0.0
- Std B.P 4 0.0
- Data acquisition peak2 0
- Data acquisition peak5 0
- Elapsed time 2 0.0 s
- Elapsed time 5 0.0 s
- Std B.P 2 0.0
- Std B.P 5 0.0
Dist
SYS# Method#
Dist
SYS# Method#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 5.113
Example of SIMDIS Calib Data Set (1/3) screen
F1 (Dist):
F5 (SYS #):
Displays the SIMDIS Setup screen.
Specifies a SYS number.
When F5 (SYS #) is pressed, “SYS No.:” is displayed on the second line below. Use the numeric
keypad to enter the number and press the SET/ENT key, and a cursor jumps to the SYS number.
Only the SYS numbers set in GCM is selectable. When any other number is entered, “Over limit”
is displayed on the second line below.
• F6 (Method #): Specifies a Method number.
• The GCM number displayed on the second line above is the same as the one set on the
SIMDIS Setup screen.
• Data acquisition streamSet the cal run stream number acquired for acquiring data to
compile a SIMDIS calib curve. On the stream setup screen, when a stream number with
other stream type than Cal run is about to be set, the error message “No cal run stream” is
displayed on the second line below.
• Calib curve coef a & b
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Linear ramp a & slice b of a SIMDIS Calib curve. Auto updating and manual entry are
possible.
• Data acquisition peak 1 to 8
Set peak number of the cal run stream to acquire data used to compile a SIMDIS calib
curve.
• Elapsed Time 1 to 8, Standard B.P. 1 to 8
Curve data of a SIMDIS Calib curve. Auto updating and manual entry are possible.
• When GCM cal run stream set to Yes for calib curve updating on the SIMDIS Setup screen
is executed, the peak retention time acquired by executing cal run stream and Standard B.
P. data on the corresponding peak set-up specific screen are used to calculate time date
beyond Elapsed Time 6 set in the SYS method (from cal setup screen the corresponding
stream number can identify SYS method number) to update the calib curve coef a and the
calib curve coef b. Again, the retention time acquired through the activated cal run stream
is set to Elapsed Time and the standard B.P. set in Peak Setup-Specific is updated to the
Standard B.P.
When F5 (SYS #) is pressed, “SYS Number:” is displayed on the second line below. Use the
numeric keypad to enter the number and press the SET/ENT key, and a cursor jumps to the SYS
number. However, only SYS numbers set in GCM are selectable, when any other number is
entered, “Over limit” is displayed on the second line below.
F6 (Method #): Specifies a Method number.
Display Item
Name
GCM #
GCM Number
SYS #
SYS Number
Method #
Method number
Data acquisition
stream
Calib curve coef a
Calib curve coef b
Data acquisition
peak 1 to 8
Elapsed Time1 to 8
Standard B.P.1 to 8
5.4.26
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
○
○
○
0
31
○
○
○
−9.999
−999.999
0
9.999
999.999
999
○
○
0.0
−9999.9
21600.0
9999.9
Unit
Remarks
Units Setup (User Defined)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Units Setup (User Defined)
Unit # 21
>
- Unit name aaaaaaaa
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.114
F1 (Menu):
F6 (Unit #):
Unit#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of User Setup (User Defined) screen
Displays the Table menu screen.
Enters User defined unit numbers.
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Name
Unit #
User defined unit
number
Unit Name
Unit name
5.4.27
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
21
100
Unit
○
Remarks
8 one-bite alphanumeric
characters
MODBUS CLIENT Setup
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
MODBUS CLIENT setup
MODBUS # 1
>
- IP address 0.0.0.0
- Flag Disconnect
Menu
F1
F2
Figure 5.115
MODBUS#
F3
F4
F5
F6
Example of MODBUS Client Setup screen
F1 (Menu):
Displays the Table menu screen.
F6 (MODBUS):
Sets a MODBUS number.
Up to 20 GCs which enable communication between GC are able to be registered on the LCD
screen. The procedure is as follows.
1.
2.
Press F6 (Modbus #), and the setup screen is selected.
Set the IP address of the GC of the connection destination and change the flag to Connect.
Note: While the GC of the connection destination remains Connect, it cannot be re-registered on another setup screen. A message
advising that the same GC cannot be registered is displayed.
Display Item
Name
MODBUS # MODBUS Number
IP address
Flag
*:
Set Lower Limit Upper Limit
1
20
○*
○*
Unit
Remarks
Disconnect, Connect
The settings are valid after rebooting or turning off/on its power.
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Maintenance
Instrument modification or part replacement must be conducted by the personnel of Yokogawa or
its assigned representative only. The contents of this chapter must be conducted by Yokogawa
service staff or a person with a proper training.
6.1
Maintenance and Inspection
Before opening the door or cover of the explosionproof section for maintenance and inspection,
be sure to turn off the power and wait for at least 25 minutes. After completing inspections, close
the door or cover tightly, check that the specified explosionproof performance is ensured, and
then turn on the power.
6.1.1
Explosion-protection Structure
When performing maintenance, first inspect the system according to the instructions given in
Table 6.1 before operating, in order for the explosionproof performance to be maintained.
If the following damages occurred, contact Yokogawa service center:
(1) Damage around the screws on the protection system (flameproof structure).
(2) Damage to any enclosure surface or transparent part.
(3) Any crack or excessive deformation to any of the gaskets.
Table 6.1
Maintenance and Inspection
Item
Enclosure
Touch panel
surface
Setscrew
Method
Visual
Visual
Gaskets *
Cable inlet
Terminal
*:
6.1.2
No damage
No damage
Criterion
Corrective Action
Contact YOKOGAWA
Contact YOKOGAWA
Visual and by touch No looseness, dust or rust
Retighten and clean, and
contact YOKOGAWA
Visual
No cracks or excessive deformation
Contact YOKOGAWA
Visual and by touch No damage, deterioration or looseness Retighten or replace
Visual and by touch No looseness or dirt on insulators
Retighten , parts change and
clean
For the maintenance of bushings in isothermal ovens, refer to 6.1.7.
Stopping the system
Unless in case of an emergency, stop the system according to “3.3.4 Stopping operation” and
then turn off the power.
6.1.3
Routine Inspection
The routine maintenance inspection must be done according to Table 6.2. In the inspection,
confirm that all of the readings are consistent with the values indicated in the operation data.
These readings, if previously entered on the Operation Condition display menu, can also be
confirmed on the screen as well.
Since these inspection items vary depending on the instrument specifications, select as required
according to the specifications.
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Table 6.2
Inspection Items
Recommended
Interval
Reading of pressure gauge on carrier gas cylinder
24 hours
Reading of carrier-gas pressure gauge
24 hours
Reading of sample-gas pressure gauge
24 hours
Reading of sample-gas flowmeter
1 to 7 days
Reading of sample-gas bypass flowmeter
1 to 7 days
Reading of protective gas (instrumental air) pressure gauge
24 hours
Readings of pressure gauges on the hydrogen gas for combustion and nitrogen gas cylinders
1 to 7 days
Readings of pressure gauges for hydrogen gas for combustion and nitrogen gas
1 to 7 days
Reading of pressure gauge for combustion air
24 hours
Current temperatures of isothermal ovens, etc.
1 to 7 days
Calibration coefficient
1 to 7 days
LSV sample leak
7 days
Steam temperature adjustment at the sampling section
7 days
Item
6.1.4
Cylinder
After replacing the cylinders for carrier gas, FID or FPD hydrogen gas for combustion, air, or
standard gas, always perform a leak test on the couplings around the regulators on the cylinder.
The leak test must be conducted two or three times every day, for the three days after replacing a
cylinder.
Ensure that the air is discharged from the system when replacing a cylinder. The installation of a
valve for discharging air is recommended.
6.1.5
Leak Test
After replacing or repairing any of the parts for pipes located inside or outside the instrument,
always check the connections for possible leaks. This checkup procedure is called a leak test.
During a leak test, keep the pipes pressurized, apply soap water (Snoop or equivalent) to the
connections and check for possible leaks.
If a leak is found, retighten the connection or replace any defective parts and conduct leak test
again.
Wipe off soap water after the test.
Please note that any leak in the plumbing parts or connections may not only cause bad analysis
results or increase the gas consumption, but also could result in safety issues.
6.1.6
Insulation Resistance Test
Please confirm that insulation resistance shows 10 MΩ or higher between L - N and Ground (test
voltage 250 V DC). In this case, L and N terminal should be shortened with jumper cable and this
test must be confirmed before turn power on.
After this test, please do not forget to remove the jumper cable. Before turn power on, please
confirm the L and N terminal is not shortened.
6.1.7
Maintenance of Bushings in Isothermal Ovens
Bushings in isothermal ovens need inspection and maintenance because they are exposed to
high temperatures over a long time and thus tend to contract, which may affect the performance
of the ovens.
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In case that setting temperature of the isothermal oven of gas chromatography is relatively high,
bushings (or the seal on the potting material) with a crack or clear deformation may cause the
internal pressure of the isothermal oven to fall, the power not to be supplied to the oven, and
any of the low internal pressure alarms (No. 112 to 114) to be issued. However, even if there is
no crack or clear deformation on bushings (or the seal on the potting material), when starting up
from a low temperature such as after inspection and maintenance, the internal pressure of the
isothermal oven may not rise enough, a low internal temperature alarm (No. 112 to 114) may
be issued and not deactivated, and power may not be fed to the oven. However, this is not an
instrument failure.
In this case, supply power to the isothermal oven referring the following “● Procedure to start up
the isothermal oven by controlling the supply pressure of protective gas.”
If this method fails, the bushing must be replaced and potting agent must be applied *1. Please
contact Yokogawa service center.
When the temperature set for isothermal ovens exceeds 180ºC, it is necessary to periodically
replace the bushings and apply potting agent on them (recommended cycle: 5 years *2) even if
there is no abnormality such as cracks and deformation on a bushing and low internal pressure.
Please contact Yokogawa service center.
*1:
*2:
The type and number of bushings vary depending on the specifications.
The recommended cycle of 5 years is only a reference value and is not guaranteed. The cycle varies depending on the operating
environment and the frequency of power down.
l Procedure to start up the isothermal oven by controlling the supply pressure
of protective gas
(1) Supply a protective gas (instrument air) and a carrier gas.
(2) Supply power to the protection system (flameproof enclosure).
(3) After purging the electrical circuit unit is completed (21±3 minutes), power is supplied to the
electrical circuit unit. Check that the operation panel (human machine interface: HMI) starts.
(4) If any of the low internal pressure alarms (No. 112 to 114) appears on the operation panel
(HMI) and power is not supplied to the isothermal oven, supply power to the isothermal oven
as follows.
(5) Remove the cover from the pressure controller and check the setting pressure of the
regulator for supplying protective gas (purging air) (in the case of multiple isothermal ovens,
repeat this step for each oven).
(6) Set the pressure of the regulator to 350 – 450 kPa, and check that the low internal pressure
alarm is deactivated.
(7) After purging each isothermal oven is completed (9±2.5 minutes), power is supplied to each
oven. Turn on the heater for the oven.
(8) After the temperature of the isothermal oven becomes stable, set the pressure of the
regulator back to the value checked at step (5).
(9) Check that low internal pressure alarms are not issued, and then put the cover of the
pressure controller back in place.
6.1.8
Checking Chromatograms
After replacing any of the parts of the system, resume operation, record chromatograms several
times and compare the results with those shown in the Operation Data to ensure that the system
continues normal operations.
6.1.9
Recommended Parts List for Periodical Replacement
Table 6.3 is a list of parts that will require periodical replacement and their standard replacement
interval. The replacement interval differs depending on the process sample specifications
and the condition of use. Replace parts according to the adequate cycle to your GC8000. The
replacement interval is just a guide line. The actual replacement timing should be determined by
the customer’s experience in operating the system. The replacement interval does not mean that
the system is under warranty during the interval.
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Table 6.3
Item
Rotary Valve
Recommended Parts List for Periodical Replacement
Name
Valve Seat
Rubber
Belows
Valve Gland
Liquid Sampling Seal Element
Valve
O-ring
Filter
Element
Gasket
Stream Switching Diaphragm
Valve
Oven
Heater
Turbine
Packing
Vortex tube
Part Number
K9409ZA
K9034FF
K9409ZE
K9409ZD
K9409ZC
K9409ZB
K9034FR
K9402XX
K9034FL
K9034FK
K9034FJ
K9034FH
L9819AC
K9034BA
K9034BP
K9034BJ
K9034BH
K9034BG
K9034BB
K9034GX
K9034GV
K9034GS
K9034GR
K9034GN
K9402VG
K9402VH
K9402UN
L9862AG
L9862AC
L9862AD
K9192WL
K9192WV
K9409GE
K9409GN
K9409GF
K9409GP
K9409GG
K9409GB
K9409GH
K9409GC
K9409GS
K9409GT
K9409GU
K9409GV
K9809CK
K9809CL
K9809CM
K9809CN
K9809CF
K9809CG
K9809CH
K9809CJ
K9400FA
K9803SX
K9803SW
K9400VZ
Replacement
Interval
100,000 cycles
100,000 cycles or
1-year, whichever
comes earlier
5-years
50,000 cycles
2-years
1-year
1-year
3-years
5-years
2-years
5-years
5-years
5-years
Note
CSW (Rulon) (2xK9034DN)
0.33 μL (Rulon)
1 μL (Rulon) (2xK9034DS)
2 μL (Rulon) (2xK9034DR)
3 μL (Rulon) (2xK9034DQ)
Over 10 μL (Rulon) (2xK9034DP)
CSW (Teflon)
0.33 μL (Teflon)
1 μL (Teflon)
2 μL (Teflon)
3 μL (Teflon)
Over 10 μL (Teflon)
CSW (SUS316)
0.33 to 3 μL (SUS316)
10 μL (SUS316)
25 μL (SUS316)
50 μL (SUS316)
360 μL or more (SUS316)
CSW (Hastelloy C)
0.33 to 3 μL (Hastelloy C)
25 μL (Hastelloy C)
50 μL (Hastelloy C)
360 μL or more (Hastelloy C)
Rulon
Teflon
Viton + Teflon
Silicone + Teflon
Isothermal Oven, 100 V, 110 °C or below
Isothermal Oven, 100 V, over 110 °C
Isothermal Oven, 110 V, 110 °C or below
Isothermal Oven, 110 V, over 110 °C
Isothermal Oven, 115 V, 110 °C or below
Isothermal Oven, 115 V, over 110 °C
Isothermal Oven, 120 V, 110 °C or below
Isothermal Oven, 120 V, over 110 °C
Isothermal Oven, 200 V
Isothermal Oven, 220 V
Isothermal Oven, 230 V
Isothermal Oven, 240 V
Type 4 isothermal oven, 200 V
Type 4 isothermal oven, 220 V
Type 4 isothermal oven, 230 V
Type 4 isothermal oven, 240 V
Programmed-temperature oven, 200 V
Programmed-temperature oven, 220 V
Programmed-temperature oven, 230 V
Programmed-temperature oven, 240 V
For large isothermal oven
For standard isothermal oven
For FPD, for programmed-temperature
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Procedure for Replacing Parts
l Precautions for Parts Replacement
(1) Always observe the instructions in this manual when replacing parts.
(2) When disconnecting pipes, do not allow any oil or moisture to get inside the pipes.
(3) When cleaning inside of a pipe, do not use any solvent containing non-volatile impurities, as
they will contaminate inside of the pipe and will prevent normal analysis. This contamination
might necessitate parts replacement to restore the system to normal.
When the pipes need to be cleaned, use highly-pure acetone.
(4) After replacing piping parts, always perform leak tests.
This section shows the replacement procedures for the maintenance (replacement) parts that are
used in the following sections of GC8000.
1. Protection system
2. Electronics section
3. Pressure and flow control section
4. Oven (isothermal, programmed-temperature)
5. Sample processing section (GCSMP)
Protection system B
(1)
Protection System
(2)
Electronics section
6
Protection system A
Control Unit
Display
Status LED
(3)
Pressure Control
Section
(4)
Isothermal Oven
(5)
Sample Processing
Section
(2)
EPC Box
(2)
Oven Unit 1
Large
Isothermal Oven
Oven Unit 2
Isothermal or
programmedtemperature oven
Control Unit
Electronics
section
Control Unit
Pressure and
Flow Control
Section
Oven Unit 1
Electronics
section
Oven Unit 1
Pressure and
Flow Control
Section
Oven Unit 2
Electronics
section
(3)
Pressure
and Flow
Control
Section
Oven Unit 2
Pressure and
Flow Control
Section
Analyzer Base
Sampling Unit (GCSMP)
Figure 6.1
Confirm the location of each replacement part referring to Figure 6.1.
6.2.1
Parts for the Protection system
The instructions for replacing parts in the protection system are explained.
(1) Pressure switch
(2) Fuse
(3) Relay and Relay board
There are 2 types of protection systems depending on type of GC8000, as shown in Figure 6.2.
No enclosure is mounted for FM/CSA explosionproof Y-purge type.
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(a) One enclosure
Figure 6.2
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(b) Two enclosures
(1) Pressure Switch for Detecting Internal Pressure
This pressure switch detects the pressure inside the electronics section. The pressure switch is
installed on the protection system and set to turn off at 392 Pa.
(1) Stop the operation (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(4) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air).
(5) Loosen the locknuts on the cover for the protection system A of the right side and remove
the cover.
(6) Remove the protection-film cover for wiring, and disconnect the customer wiring. Then
remove the screws and washers, disconnect the wires, and remove the bracket.
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Locknut
Wires
Bracket
Screws
Washer
Protection-film cover
for wiring
6
(7) Remove the cover, stud, and screws as shown below.
Cover
Screw
Stud
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(8) Remove the screws shown below.
Two screws
(9) Remove the two screws shown below to disconnect wiring from the pressure switch.
Remove the screw, the pipe, and then the pressure switch.
Pressure Switch
Screw
Screw
Bushing
Wiring
(10) Replace the pressure switch, and follow directions (6) to (9) in the reverse order.
(11) Remove a pin from the bushing of the pressure switch to install a new pressure switch.
Insert the pipe straight into the bushing so as not to deform it.
Confirm that the piping and wiring are correct.
(12) Install the cover on the protection system. Rotate the cover until it stops, and then tighten
the locknut.
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K9800RX (FM, CSA, TIIS)
K9800MX (ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI)
Figure 6.3
6
Pressure Switch for Detecting Internal Pressure
(2) Fuses
The fuses discussed here are installed in the power line to the protection system. They are
housed in the container of the protection system A on the right side.
(1) Stop the operation (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(4) Loosen the locknut on the cover for the protection system A on the right side and remove the
cover.
(5) The fuses are located on the front side, as shown in Figure 6.4.
(6) Use a flathead screwdriver to rotate the fuse holder cap counterclockwise and remove it
from the fuse holder.
(7) Replace the fuse in the fuse holder cap with a new one.
Fuse rating
Dimensions: ø5.2 × 20 mm
Rated voltage: 250 V AC
Rated current:
1.25 A
Fusing time: Time-delay fusing type
(8) Confirm that the fuses are securely installed in the cap.
(9) Push the cap into the fuse holder until secured.
(10) Confirm that the cap is firmly installed on the fuse holder.
(11) Install the cover on the protection system. Rotate the cover until it stops, then tighten the
locknut.
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A1423EF
2 pieces
Fuses
Figure 6.4
(3) Relays and Relay boards
There are two types of relays depending on the specifications.
• One protection system (see Figure 6.2 (a))
The relays are installed on the relay board in the protection system A. See “A. Relay board”
below to replace the relay board.
• Two protection systems (see Figure 6.2 (b))
The relays are installed inside the protection system B on the left side. See “A. Relay board”
and “B. Relays” below to replace the relay board and the relay.
A. Relay board
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(4) Loosen the locknut on the cover for the protection system A on the right side and remove the
cover.
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(5) Remove the protection-film cover for wiring, and disconnect the customer wiring. Then
remove the screws, disconnect the wires, and remove the bracket.
Locknut
Wires
Bracket
Screws
Washer
Protection-film cover
for wiring
6
(6) Disconnect the connectors from the board. Remove the screws. Slide out the sheet metal
part to remove.
Connectors
Screw
Slide
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(7) Remove the screws shown below and remaining connecters, if any, to remove the board
from the assembly.
Screws
(8) Remove the two screws shown below to disconnect the connectors between the boards.
Insulation Sheet
Screws
Safety Board 1
Safety Board 2
(9) After replacing the board, follow steps (5) to (8) in the reverse order.
(10) Confirm that the connectors are placed in the correct locations.
(11) Install the cover on the protection system. Rotate the cover until it stops, then tighten the
locknut.
K9800SB
100 V Specification (Safety board 1)
K9800TB
100 V/200 V Specification (Safety board 2)
K9800SD
200 V Specification (Safety board 1)
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B. Relays
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(4) Loosen the locknut on the cover for the protection system B on the left side and remove the
cover.
(5) Remove the screws shown below. Disconnect the wires and remove the bracket.
Locknut
Wires
Bracket
Washer
Screws
Protection-film cover
for wiring
(6) Remove the wires for the relays and the bracket.
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(7) Remove the screws shown below and replace the relay.
Screws
Relay
(8) Follow steps (5) and (6) in the reverse order, and install wires on the bracket.
(9) Install the cover on the protection system. Fully rotate the cover until it stops, then tighten
the locknut.
A1852MR
(100 V)
A1853MR
(200 V)
Figure 6.5
6.2.2
Components for Electronics section
The instructions for replacing parts in the electronics section are explained.
(1) Miscellaneous cards
(2) HMI unit
(3) Fuse
(4) Solenoid valve
(5) Pressure switch
(6) EPC
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(1) Miscellaneous Cards
Replacement cards are pre-adjusted before shipment and should be installed as received.
Follow the procedures below when replacing cards.
(1) Stop the operation (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Open the control unit door or the cover for the electronics section for the oven unit,
depending on the card to be replaced.
Use a key or hexagon wrench included in the accessory kit to open the door or the cover.
CAUTION
•
•
•
•
Replacement card should be the same P/N as operation data.
Never remove or insert cards while the power is ON, as it may cause malfunctions.
Always hold the handle of the card when removing or inserting it.
If replace the control CPU card, download of parameter and user program script is
necessary. Please follow the download procedure in ASET IM (IM 11B06C01-01E).
• IP address of control CPU is 192.168.1.1 as preset value. After the parameter download and
GC power OFF/ON, the IP address is changed to new data in parameter file. Only the new
IP address will be valid for connection after this IP address change. Please pay attention to
this matter.
• Detector current adjustment is necessary after TCD card replacement. Please refer the
procedure to “5.3.9 Detector Adjustment”.
• Voltage adjustment is necessary after FID card (with methanizer) replacement. Please refer
the procedure to “5.3.9 Detector Adjustment”.
NOTE
Cards are installed within the pressurized enclosure. They must be installed in the original
condition to ensure explosionproof functionality.
(4) Disconnect the cables to the card, if any.
(5) Loosen the two screws to remove the card stopper.
(6) Hold the handle of the card and pull it out from the rack.
NOTE
• Always install a new card in the place of the card being replaced.
• The name of the card is labeled on the upper section of the rack. Insert the card into the
correct slot.
• Never customize by replacing with different function cards etc.
(7) Install a new card in the place of the card being replaced.
(8) Mount the card stopper and tighten the two screws.
(9) Close the control unit door and the electronics section cover for the oven unit.
(10) Reconnect cables, if any.
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Item No.
Board Name
1 Control CPU Card
2
Control Section
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Oven
16
17
18
19
Part Number (AS)
K9802AA
K9802AB
K9802AC
K9802AD
K9802AE
K9802AF
K9802AG
K9802AK
COM Card
K9802CA
K9802CB
User Programming Card
K9802DA
AI Card
K9802EA
K9802EB
AO Card
K9802FA
K9802FB
DIO Card
K9802GA
K9802GB
DI Card
K9802HA
DO Card
K9802JA
K9802JB
Safety Board 3
K9802LA
K9802LB
K9802LC
K9802LD
K9802LE
K9802LF
Status Board
K9802MA
CTRL EV Board
K9802NA
Media Converter
K9634WA
Oven CPU Card
K9804AA
K9084AB
K9804AC
K9804AD
K9804AE
K9804AF
K9804AG
K9804AK
TCD Card
K9804BA
FID Card
K9804CA
K9804CB
K9804CC
K9804CD
K9804CE
K9804CF
K9804CG
K9804DA
K9804DB
K9804DC
K9804DD
K9804DE
K9804DF
K9804DG
TEMP Card
K9804FA
K9804FB
K9804FC
K9804FD
FPD Card
K9804GA
Oven EV Board
K9804JA
K9804JB
Safety Board 4
K9804LA
K9804LB
K9804LC
K9804LD
Note
(1x Ethernet, SHDSL, except TIIS)
(2x Ethernet, except TIIS)
(1x Opt, except TIIS)
(2x Opt, except TIIS)
(1x Ethernet, SHDSL, TIIS)
(2x Ethernet, TIIS)
(1x Opt, TIIS)
(2x Opt, TIIS)
(2 ports)
(1 port)
(Voltage)
(Current)
(Channel isolated)
(System isolated)
(DC)
(AC)
(DC)
(AC)
(Type 3, X Purge)
(Type 3, Y Purge)
(Type 2, X Purge)
(Type 2, Y Purge)
(Type 1, X Purge)
(Type 1, Y Purge)
(I. Oven, T1)
(I. Oven, T2)
(I. Oven, T3)
(I. Oven, T4)
(P. Oven, T1)
(P. Oven, T2)
(P. Oven, T3)
(P. Oven, T4)
(6M, Methanizer)
(20M, Methanizer)
(60M, Methanizer)
(200M, Methanizer)
(600M, Methanizer)
(1G, Methanizer)
(2G, Methanizer)
(6M)
(20M)
(60M)
(200M)
(600M)
(1G)
(2G)
(T1)
(T2)
(T3)
(T4)
(I. Oven)
(P. Oven)
(LSV, FPD)
(Oven)
(ATEX, LSV, FPD)
(ATEX, Oven)
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Board Name
20 Safety Board 1
Pressurized
21 Safety Board 2
22 Surge Protector Board
Part Number (AS)
K9800SA
K9800SB
K9800SC
K9800SD
K9800TA
K9800TB
K9800QM
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Note
(100 V, ATEX)
(100 V, TIIS·FM)
(200 V, ATEX)
(200 V, TIIS·FM)
(ATEX)
(TIIS·FM)
Replacement cards locations are shown in Figures 6.6 to 6.9.
Locking Bracket
6
1
10
12
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
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Figure 6.6
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9
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Figure 6.7
14 15 17
16
13
19
18
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Figure 6.8
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22
20
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Figure 6.9
(2) HMI Unit
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Stop the operation and the supply of power.
Open the door of the electronics section using a key included in the accessory kit.
Loosen a screw of the HMI unit cover on the back of the door to remove the cover.
Remove three cable connectors attached to the HMI unit and one connector attached to the
status board.
Remove eight screws around the HMI unit, and remove it with the bracket.
Confirm that the rubber is securely fitted in the groove on the door.
Install a new HMI unit by following steps (2) to (3) in the reverse order.
Plug the three cable connectors back in their original positions. Attach the HMI unit cover
using the screw.
Close and lock the door of the electronics section.
K9802QA
(for TIIS)
K9802QB
(except for the TIIS specification)
K9802QC
(for Y purge system)
HMI Unit Cover
Screw
HMI Unit Cover
Screws (8 places)
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Figure 6.10
(3) Fuses
As shown in Figure 6.11, there are two types of fuses in the electronics section. The ratings for
both fuses are listed in Table 6.4.
Table 6.4
Fuse of electronics section
Part Number
A1463EF
A1598EF
Rated Voltage
250 VAC
Rated Amperage
6.3 A
30 A
Fusing Characteristics
Time-delay
Normal
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Follow the procedures below to replace.
l For A1463EF
(1) Stop the operation and the supply of power.
(2) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
(3) Open the door of the electronics section, using a key included in the accessory kit.
(4) Remove the fuse holder cap by rotating it counterclockwise.
(5) Remove the fuse from the cap and install a new one.
(6) Push and rotate a cap equipped with a fuse clockwise to install it in the fuse holder.
(7) Close and lock the electronics section door.
l For A1598EF
(1) Stop the operation and the supply of power.
(2) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
(3) Open the door of the electronics section, using a key included in the accessory kit.
(4) Replace the fuse. Fuse can be pulled out. For Y purge type, the locking bracket must be
removed. After replacing the fuse, attach the locking bracket.
(5) Close and lock the electronics section door.
Locking Bracket
A1463EF
A1598EF (2 pieces or 4 pieces)
Figure 6.11
(4) Solenoid Valves
(1) Stop the operation and the supply of power.
(2) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air).
(3) When replacing a solenoid valve for the control unit, open the control unit door using a key
included in the accessory kit. Remove the two screws to remove the cover.
When replacing the solenoid valve for the electronics section for the oven unit, remove the
cover of the electronics section located to the right side of the oven unit by removing the six
screws using a hexagon wrench included in the accessory kit.
Disconnect the tube from the solenoid valve by pulling it while pressing the black part of the
connector.
(4) Disconnect the connector at the end of the cable of the solenoid valve from the terminal.
Remove the black tube that is connected to the solenoid valve you want to replace. You can
remove the tube by pressing on the black section where the tube is inserted and pulling the
tube toward you.
(5) Label the new solenoid valve with the number of the replacing solenoid valve. Place a
marking decal on the connector at the end of the cable.
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(6) Remove the two screws on the front side of the solenoid valve and remove the solenoid
valve.
(7) Replace the solenoid valve and gasket with new ones.
(8) Confirm that the two screws on the front side of the solenoid valve are securely fastened.
(9) Securely reconnect the connector at the end of the cable of the solenoid valve to its original
location.
Be sure to attach the connector with the correct polarity.
NOTE
When connecting the connector to the terminal, check the polarity of red (+) and black (–) cables.
(10) Perform the reverse order of step (3).
K9630TU
Terminal
Solenoid valve of the oven electronics section
Solenoid valve for the control unit electronics section
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Figure 6.12
(5) Pressure Switch for Carrier Gas
(1) Stop the operation and the supply of power.
(2) Stop the supply of carrier gas.
(3) Remove the cover of the electronics section located at the right side of the oven unit by
removing the six screws with a hexagon wrench included in the accessory kit (Take care not
to get the cover upside down).
(4) Disconnect the connector at the end of the cable for the pressure switch you want to replace
from the oven CPU board.
(5) Remove the cover by removing the two screws of the pressure/flow control section.
(6) Remove the pressure switch. Remove the carrier gas pipe first and then the nut holding the
pressure switch.
(7) Install a new pressure switch in the reverse order of step (6).
(8) Reconnect the connector at the end of the cable of the pressure switch to its original
location.
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(9) Firmly tighten all the six screws for the cover of the electronics section of the oven unit to
maintain explosionproof condition.
(10) Close the over of the pressure/flow control section of the oven unit.
K9630LA
K9803VJ
(for ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI)
Pressure Switch for Carrier Gas 2
Pressure Switch for Carrier Gas 1
6
Figure 6.13
(6) EPC
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the carrier gas, utility gases (FID hydrogen gas (or nitrogen) for
combustion, FID combustion air) and supply of samples.
(4) Open the door for the isothermal oven of the oven unit.
(5) Loosen the four screws on the EPC container cover (front right side of the isothermal oven)
using a hexagon wrench and remove the cover.
(6) Remove the couplings to the inlet (IN) and outlet (OUT) of the EPC (see Figure 6.14).
Label the couplings for ease of identification later.
(7) Disconnect the connector of the cable for EPC from the EPC card.
(8) Remove the two screws which fix the EPC.
(9) Install a new EPC in the reverse order of steps (6) to (8).
(10) Reinstall the EPC box cover. Firmly tighten all of the four screws on the EPC box cover to
maintain the explosionproof condition.
(11) Close the door to the isothermal oven.
(12) Turn on the power.
(13) Start supplying FID hydrogen (or nitrogen) for combustion, FID combustion air, and carrier
gas. Perform a leak test around the couplings.
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K9630KS
EPC Box
Inlet Side
Outlet
Side
EPC for Carrier Gas 1
EPC for Carrier Gas 2
EPC for FID Hydrogen
(or Nitrogen) 1 for combustion
EPC for FID Combustion Air 1
EPC for FID Hydrogen
(or Nitrogen) 2 for combustion
EPC for FID Combustion Air 2
EPC Support
Screw (two)
Figure 6.14
6.2.3
Components for Pressure/Flow Control Section
The instructions for replacing the following parts in the Pressure/Flow Control section are
explained.
Isothermal oven components
(1) Regulator valve for carrier gas
(2) Regulator valve for utility gas
(3) Regulator valve for protective gas (instrumental air) and solenoid valve air
(4) Vortex tube
(5) Hydrogen Limiting Unit
Programmed-temperature oven components
(6) Protective gas (instrumental air), regulator valve for solenoid valve air
(7) Air-operated valve for rapid cooling
(8) Vortex tube
(1) Regulator for Carrier Gas
This regulator is installed in the isothermal oven and used to control the carrier gas pressure (see
Figure 6.15).
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off supplies of carrier gas, utility gases (FID hydrogen gas for combustion and FID
combustion air) and samples.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit. And remove the cover
by removing the two screws of the pressure/flow control section.
(5) Remove the couplings connected to the inlet (IN) and outlet (OUT) of the regulator. See
Figure 6.15. Label the couplings with “IN” and “OUT” for ease of identification later.
NOTE
6
Remove any metal flakes off the couplings.
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Remove the stem lock.
Remove the mounting locknut and the regulator.
Install a new regulator in the reverse order of steps (5) through (7).
Start supplying the carrier gas and other gases and perform a leak test around the
couplings.
(10) Set the carrier gas pressure to the value indicated in the operation data. Adjust and set the
pressure by loosening the stem lock nut and rotating the stem. After completing the setting,
fix the stem with the locknut.
(11) Close the isothermal oven door and the cover of the pressure/flow control section.
IMPORTANT
After the temperature of the isothermal oven in the oven unit becomes substantially stable, set
the pressure of the carrier gas again according to the Operation data.
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Applicable Temperature Range
O-ring Material
K9409AW
180 °C or less
Viton
K9409AV
225 °C or less
Kalrez
Regulator for
Carrier Gas
Isothermal Oven Door
Regulator for Carrier Gas
Inside Wall of
the Isothermal Oven
Outside Wall of
the Pressure Control Chamber
Nut
Stem Lock
IN
Couplings
Stem
OUT
Figure 6.15
Regulator for carrier gas
(2) Regulator for Utility Gases
These regulators are installed in the upper front side of the isothermal oven for the respective
oven unit and used to control the pressures of the FID hydrogen (or nitrogen) for combustion and
FID combustion air (see Figure 6.16).
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the FID hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas for combustion, FID combustion
air, and carrier gas.
(4) Open the door of the isothermal oven section in the oven unit as well as the door above it.
(5) Remove the front panel of the regulator by loosening the two screws.
(6) Remove the couplings connected to the inlet (IN) and outlet (OUT) of the regulator. See
Figure 6.16. Label the couplings with “IN” and “OUT” for ease of identification later.
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NOTE
Remove any metal flakes off the couplings.
(7) Remove the stem lock.
(8) Remove the mounting locknut.
(9) Remove the upper two screws and loosen the lower two screws of the board on which the
gauge and regulator are mounted.
(10) Slide the board to remove the regulator.
(11) Install a new regulator in the reverse order of steps (6) to (10).
(12) Reinstall the front panel of the regulator in its original position.
(13) Start supplying the FID hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas for combustion, FID combustion air and
carrier gas, then perform a leak test around the couplings.
(14) Set the pressure of the line where the regulator has been replaced to the value indicated in
the operation data (attached).
Adjust and set the pressure by loosening the stem lock and rotating the stem.
After completing the setting, fix the stem with the locknut.
(15) Close the door of the isothermal oven for the oven unit.
IMPORTANT
After the temperature of the isothermal oven in the oven unit becomes substantially stable, set
the pressure of the carrier gas again according to the Operation data.
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K9409AW
Regulator for Utility Gas
Front Panel
Regulator Attaching Screw
Isothermal Oven Door
Regulator for Utility Gas
Regulator for Utility Gas
Stem Lock
OUT
IN
Stem Lock
Figure 6.16
Nut
Front Panel
Attachment plate Nut
Coupling
Regulator for Utility Gases
(3) Regulator for Protective gas (instrumental air) and Air for Solenoid
Valves
This regulator is a manifold style regulator used to adjust pressure of protective gas (instrumental
air) and air for solenoid valves, and is located in the pressure/flow control section (see Figure
6.17).
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
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(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air).
(4) Remove the cover by removing the two screws of the pressure/flow control section.
(5) Disconnect all of the tubes connected to the manifold regulator. When disconnecting the
tubes, label those for ease of identifying the connections later. To remove the tube, press on
the black section where the tube is inserted and pull the tube toward you.
(6) Remove the two screws on the mounting bracket which fix the manifold regulator.
(7) Remove the two screws on the backside of the mounting bracket which fix the manifold
valve to the mounting bracket.
(8) Install a new regulator in the reverse order of steps (5) to (7).
When reinstalling the conversion coupling, always use a sealing tape.
(9) After confirming that the pipe connections are correct, check the piping for leaks.
(10) Set the pressures of the protective gas (instrumental air) and the solenoid-valve air to the
values indicated in the operation data. Adjust and set the pressure by unlocking the knob
and then rotating it. The knob locks when it is pressed in, and unlocks when it is pulled out.
(11) Install the cover which has been removed in step (4).
K9801JP 3-valves
K9801JQ 4-valves
K9801JR 5-valves
Mountung Bracket
Knob
Tube
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Figure 6.17
Regulator for Protective gas (instrumental air) and Solenoid-Valve Air
(4) Vortex Tube (for FPD)
See Figure 6.18.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air). Remove banding band, tape, and
insulator (a) surround the vortex tube.
(4) Remove the two screws and pull out the two tubes from regulator.
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(5) Pull out the tube from the vortex tube assembly.
(6) Remove the two screws of the mounting bracket.
(7) Remove the two screws which are fixing the mounting bracket and vortex tube.
(8) Remove tube connector from vortex tube IN, OUT.
(9) Install a new vortex tube in the reverse order of steps (3) to (8).
When reinstalling the adapter coupling always use brand new sealing tape.
(10) Confirm that there are no leaks.
K9400VZ
Vortex Tube Assembly
Insulation (b)
Tape
(surface)
Insulation (a)
Banding band
Vortex Tube
Adapter Couplings
Mounting Screw (two)
Regulator
Connecting Tube
Regulator
Connecting
Tube
Mounting Screw
(two)
Figure 6.18
Mounting
Bracket
Mounting Screw
(two)
Vortex Tube
(5) Hydrogen Limiting Unit
The hydrogen limiting unit comprises of a mass-flow controller and pneumatic valve. This unit
can regulate or completely shut off the flow of hydrogen. The flow of hydrogen is regulated to
300 ml/min by the mass-flow controller. In addition, if the system cannot maintain the required
protection (if the internal pressure cannot be maintained at the specified level), it actuates the
pneumatic valve per signal from the main unit and shut off the hydrogen supply.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the FID hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas for combustion, FID combustion
air, and carrier gas.
(4) Remove the cover by removing the two screws of the pressure/flow control section.
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(5) Remove two coupling nuts connected to the IN and OUT ports of hydrogen limiting unit, as
well as the tube connected to the pneumatic valve.
(6) Remove the two screws which fix the hydrogen limiting unit.
(7) Install a new hydrogen limiting unit in the reverse order of steps (3) and (4).
Replace the entire hydrogen limiting unit (part number: K9803WK).
(8) Confirm that the pipe connections are correct. Then check the piping for leaks.
(9) Set the pressure of hydrogen fed into the hydrogen limiting unit to 500 ±20 kPa.
K9803WK
Outlet
Side
6
Plumbing Nut (two)
Mass Flow Controller
Mounting Screw (two)
Pneumatic Valve
Inlet
Side
Figure 6.19
Hydrogen Limiting Unit
(6) Protective Gas (Instrumental Air) and Regulator Valve for Solenoid
Valve Air in Programmed-Temperature Oven
For details on how to replace the protective gas (instrumental air) and regulator valve for solenoid
valve air, see “(3)
Regulator for Protective gas (instrumental air) and Air for Solenoid
Valves”.
(7) Air-Operated Valve for Rapid Cooling
See Figure 6.20.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
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(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air). Remove all four tubes from the
air-operated valve for rapid cooling.
(4) Remove the two screws from the air-operated valve for rapid cooling.
(5) Remove the four connectors from the air-operated valve for rapid cooling.
(6) Install a new air-operated valve for rapid cooling by reversing steps (3) to (5).
When reinstalling the connectors, always use a sealing tape.
(7) After confirming that the pipe connections are correct, check the piping for leaks.
L9860AY (with booster)
Air-operated valve for rapid cooling
Connectors
Tubes
Mounting screws
(two)
Figure 6.20
Air-Operated Valve for Rapid Cooling
(8) Vortex Tube (for Programmed-Temperature Oven)
See Figure 6.21.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air). Remove the tape and insulator (a)
from the vortex tube. Do not remove insulator (b).
(4) Remove the two screws and pull out the two tubes from regulator.
(5) Pull out the tube from the vortex tube assembly.
(6) Remove the two screws from the mounting bracket.
(7) Remove the two screws that are fixing the vortex tube to the mounting bracket.
(8) Remove tube connector from vortex tube IN, OUT.
(9) Install a new vortex tube by reversing steps (3) to (8).
When reinstalling the adapter coupling always use brand new sealing tape.
(10) Confirm that there are no leaks.
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Insulation (b)
Tape (surface)
Insulation (a)
Adapter couplings
Tube
Vortex tube
Mounting screws (two)
Mounting bracket
screws (two)
Regulator screws (two)
Tube
Figure 6.21
6.2.4
Vortex Tube (for Programmed-Temperature Oven)
Oven (Isothermal, Programmed-Temperature)
Components
The instructions for replacing the following parts in the isothermal oven are explained.
Isothermal oven components
(1) Heater
(2) Sensor
(3) TCD
(4) FID
(5) Methanizer
(6) Rotary valve and valve seat
(7) LSV
(8) Restrictor
(9) Column
(10) Flame Arrestor
(11) Gasket
(12) Air Turbine
Programmed-temperature oven components
(13) Heater
(14) Sensor
(15) Column
(16) Gasket
(17) Air turbine
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(1) Heater for Isothermal Oven
The heater uses a nichrome wire to control the temperature of the isothermal oven.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Stop the supply of power.
(3) Confirm that the LED (Green) of “POWER” is OFF.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(4) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air) supply.
(5) Open the door of the isothermal oven section using a key included in the accessory kit.
(6) Disconnect the wiring to the heater from the terminal block on the right side in the isothermal
oven.
(7) Remove the four screws to remove the heater cover.
IMPORTANT
• Do not touch the end of two temperature sensors.
• Do not bend the wiring to the heater.
(8) Remove the two nuts mounting the end terminals on both ends of the heater. Then, pull out
the heater from the heater guide while removing two temperature sensors.
IMPORTANT
When securing and removing the nuts, do not apply any load to the ceramic plate on which the
terminals of the heater are fixed.
(9) Pull both ends of the new heater and stretch it to about 500 mm long. Ensure that the heater
is stretched evenly (see Figure 6.22).
(10) Confirm that the heater is not sagging and is stretched evenly.
(11) Reinstall the heater cover with the four screws. Confirm the temperature sensors are in
place.
(12) Reconnect the wiring which has been disconnected in step (5) to the terminal block.
(13) Close the door of the isothermal oven.
Supply voltage
K9409GN
100 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of over 110°C)
K9409GE
100 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of 110°C or below)
K9409GP
110 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of over 110°C)
K9409GF
110 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of 110°C or below)
K9409GB
115 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of over 110°C)
K9409GG
115 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of 110°C or below)
K9409GC
120 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of over 110°C)
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120 V AC (for isothermal oven temperature of 110°C or below)
K9409GS
200 V AC
K9409GT
220 V AC
K9409GU
230 V AC
K9409GV
240 V AC
K9809CK
200 V AC (type 4 isothermal oven)
K9809CL
220 V AC (type 4 isothermal oven)
K9809CM
230 V AC (type 4 isothermal oven)
K9809CN
240 V AC (type 4 isothermal oven)
Mounting Screw (4)
Heater cover
Heater
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Heater guide
6
Heater terminal
Heater cover
Nut
Washer
Heater
About 50 mm
Heater
Figure 6.22
Heater for Isothermal Oven
(2) Temperature Sensor for Isothermal Oven
A single oven unit has two temperature sensors:
For control: controlling the temperature of the isothermal oven
For protection: detecting abnormally high temperature
The temperature sensor for the isothermal oven is a platinum resistance temperature detector
(Pt100 ohm).
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air) supply.
Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
Remove the terminals for the temperature sensor from the terminal block.
To replace the temperature sensor for protection, the heater cover must be removed by
unscrewing the four screws on it with a hex key. The temperature sensor for control can be
removed from the heater cover simply by sliding it.
(7) Reinstall a new sensor.
(8) Reinstall the fan cover and the heater cover in the reverse order of steps (4) to (6) and
rewire as before. Ensure that the temperature sensor is in the correct location, before
reinstalling the heater cover.
IMPORTANT
The tip of the temperature sensor is fragile. Do not touch it.
K9803VC
For control (black)
K9803VD
For temperature protection (white)
Tip
700 mm
Figure 6.23
Temperature Sensor
(3) Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD)
There are two types of thermal conductivity detector: the low temp. type (for 135 °C max.
isothermal oven temp.) and the high temp. type. The low temp. type comes in four types
depending on the material and sensitivity. Figure 6.24 shows the external view of a thermal
conductivity detector.
l Low-temp. type TCD
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
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(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier and sample gas. Open
the isothermal oven door of the oven unit.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove the two screws to remove the TCD cover.
(6) Remove the insulator.
(7) Remove the four couplings connected to the TCD. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(8) Remove the four wires connected to the TCD terminals.
IMPORTANT
The direction of the TCD depends on the type of carrier gas. See the inscription on the TCD.
Carrier gas
H2, He
N2, Ar
Inscription
HN
NH
6
(9) Remove the two screws which fix the TCD.
(10) Install a new TCD. Align the inscription with the TCD depending on the carrier gas in use.
(11) Reconnect the wires and pipes in the reverse order of steps (4) to (9). Confirm wiring and
perform a leak test.
l High-temp. type TCD
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier and sample gas. Open
the isothermal oven door of the oven unit and the electronics section cover on the right side.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove the two screws to remove the TCD cover.
(6) Remove the insulator.
(7) Remove the wires connected to the TCD card from the connectors, and pull into the
isothermal oven through the bushing holes.
(8) Remove the six screws from the cover of the electronics section in the oven unit by using a
hex wrench (an accessory) and open the cover.
(9) Remove the four couplings connected to the TCD. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(10) Remove the two screws which fix the TCD.
(11) Install a new TCD.
(12) Reconnect the wires and pipes in the reverse order of steps (4) to (8). Confirm wiring and
perform a leak test.
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Low temp. type K9192QA
K9192QB
K9192QJ
K9192QL
For normal usage (Aluminum)
Corrosion-resistant type (SUS316)
High-sensitivity type (Aluminum)
High-sensitivity and corrosion-resistant type (SUS316)
High temp. type K9803UA
For DET1 (SUS316)
For DET2 (SUS316)
K9803UB
1
2
3
4
5
Mounting
Screws
Wiring
Screws
Mounting
Screws
General-use type
Figure 6.24
High-temp. type
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TCD
(4) Flame Ionization Detector (FID)
There are two types of flame ionization detector, low temp. type (145 °C max. isothermal oven
temp.) and high temp. type. Both types have the corrosion-resistant variants. Figure 6.25 shows
the external view of a low temp. type flame ionization detector.
l Low-temp. type FID
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, hydrogen (or
nitrogen) gas for combustion, combustion air, and sample gas. Open the isothermal oven
door of the oven unit.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove the three couplings connected to the FID. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(6) Remove the four wires connected to the FID.
(7) Remove the two setscrews which fix the FID.
(8) Install a new FID.
(9) Reconnect the wires and pipes in the reverse order of steps (4) to (7). Confirm wiring and
perform a leak test.
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l High-temp. type of FID
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, hydrogen (or
nitrogen) gas for combustion, combustion air, and sample gas. Open the isothermal oven
door of the oven unit and the electronics section cover on the right side.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove the three couplings connected to the FID. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(6) Remove the six screws from the cover of the electronics section in the oven unit by using a
hex wrench (an accessory) and open the cover.
(7) Remove the wires connected to the FID card from the connectors, and pull into the
isothermal oven through the bushing holes.
(8) Remove the two screws which fix the FID.
(9) Install a new FID.
(10) Reconnect the wires and pipes in the reverse order of steps (5) to (8). Confirm wiring and
perform a leak test.
Low temp. type K9194XA
For normal usage
Corrosion-resistant type (Hastelloy C)
K9194XB
(SUS316)
High temp. type K9803UN
For normal usage
Corrosion-resistant type (Hastelloy C)
K9803UQ
(SUS316)
Mounting screws
Low temp. type
Figure 6.25
High temp. type
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FID
(5) Methanizer
The methanizer is used in conjunction with the FID to measure low-concentration carbon
monoxide or dioxide. See Figure 6.26.
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(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
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Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, hydrogen (or
nitrogen) gas for combustion, combustion air, and sample gas. Open the isothermal oven
door of the oven unit.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove the two couplings connected to the methanizer. When removing the couplings,
label them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(6) Remove the two wires connected to the terminals of the methanizer.
(7) Remove the two screws to remove the methanizer.
(8) Install a new methanizer.
(9) Reconnect the wires and pipes in the reverse order of steps (4) to (7). Confirm wiring and
perform a leak test.
K9192TG
Screw
Inlet
Heater terminals
Outlet
G
Install so that the G mark
is on the lower side.
Screw
Figure 6.26
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Methanizer
(6) Rotary Valve and Valve Seat
The rotary valve located in the isothermal oven is used as a sampling valve and a column
switching valve. The valve has two types: general type and high temp. type. The specifications
for the rotary vale used are listed in the parts list in the operation data. Check against the code
chart (Table 6.5) and replace as required.
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Table 6.5
Model
Suffix code
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Bellows
-G
material
-M
O-Ring
B
material
K
Valve material
A
B
C
D
E
F
Sheet material
R
T
Grand material
S
H
Sample volume of B side
N
C
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Sample volume of A side
N
C
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Purge/Suction
N
Yes/No
P
E
Option code
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Description
Rotary valve
Rubber
Metal
Viton
Kalrez
Gas sampling
Liquid sampling
Back flash & column switching
Gas sample (for GC6)
Liquid sample (for GC6)
Back flash & column switching (for GC6)
Rulon
Teflon
SUS316
Hastelloy C
Not provided
Switching valve
Liquid sample: 0.33 μl
Liquid sample: 1 μl
Liquid sample: 2 μl
Liquid sample: 3 μl
Gas sample: 10 μl
Gas sample: 25 μl
Gas sample: 50 μl
Gas sample: more than 100 μl
Not provided
Switching valve
Liquid sample: 0.33 μl
Liquid sample: 1 μl
Liquid sample: 2 μl
Liquid sample: 3 μl
Gas sample: 10 μl
Gas sample: 25 μl
Gas sample: 50 μl
Gas sample: more than 100 μl
Not provided
Purge
Suction
l Rotary valve
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
(5) Stop the supply of power.
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(6) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) and carrier gas. For a detection
system with an FID, turn off the supply of hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas and combustion air as
well. Open the isothermal oven door of the oven unit.
(7) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(8) Remove the couplings connected to the rotary valve. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later. The rotary valve is either a single-sleeve
or double-sleeve type, depending on the specifications. Each type comprises four to six
pipes extending from the sleeve.
(9) Remove the two screws which are not painted with red enamel to disassemble the rotary
valve. Do not touch the two screws which are painted red.
(10) Install a new rotary valve. When installing it, it is necessary to bend pipes as shown in Figure
6.27. When bending a pipe, use another pipe that is approximately 10mm in diameter to
support it and avoid excessive force applied on the root of the pipe. The cap nuts at the tip of
the pipes are inscribed with numbers. Engage these cap nuts according to the pre-labeled
numbers or per column system diagram in the operation data.
(11) Perform a leak test on the piping.
ø1.6 mm tubes
ø10 mm pipe
Do not loosen the screws
with red enamel paint.
Sample valve
Figure 6.27
Rotary valve
mounting screws
Column switching valve
Backflush valve
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Replacing rotary valves
l Gland assembly
See Figure 6.28.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
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IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
(5) Stop the supply of power.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(6) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) and the carrier gas. For a
detection system with an FID, turn off the supply of hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas and the
combustion air as well. Open the isothermal oven door of the oven unit.
(7) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(8) Remove the coupling connected to the rotary valve. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later. The rotary valve is either a single-sleeve
or double-sleeve valve, depending on the specifications. Each type comprises four to six
pipes extending from the sleeve.
(9) Remove the two screws which are not painted with red enamel in order to disassemble the
rotary valve. Do not touch the two screws which are painted red.
(10) Remove two nuts to remove the gland assembly.
(11) Install a new gland assembly.
(12) Reinstall the rotary valve in the reverse order of steps (8) and (9). Reconnect the pipes.
(13) Perform a leak test on the piping.
K9034BP
for liquid samples (sample volume: 3 μl or less), SUS316
K9034BJ
for gas samples (sample volume: 10 μl), SUS316
K9034BH
for gas samples (sample volume: 25 μl), SUS316
K9034BG
for gas samples (sample volume: 50 μl), SUS316
K9034BB
for gas samples (sample volume: 360 μl or more), SUS316
K9034BA
for switching valve, SUS316
K9034AW
for plug
K9034GV
for liquid samples (sample volume: 3 μl or less), Hastelloy C
K9034GS
for gas samples (sample volume: 25 μl), Hastelloy C
K9034GR
for gas samples (sample volume: 50 μl), Hastelloy C
K9034GN
for gas samples (sample volume: 360 μl or more), Hastelloy C
K9034GX
for switching valve, Hastelloy C
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For the following glands, contact Yokogawa.
1. When replacing gland with the nut and the sleeve (The glands listed above do not have a
nut and a sleeve).
2. When replacing the gland with sample volume of less than 360μl.
3. When gland with engraving is required (Replacement glands do not have the engravings).
l Valve seat for rotary valve
See Figures 6.32 and 6.33.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
NOTE
When purging a sample line, the gas may flow into the sample return line and cause the pressure
to fluctuate. Insert a provisional collection tank in the sample return line if necessary.
Also make sure that the sample does not back flow from the sample return line.
(5) Stop the supply of power.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(6) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) and the carrier gas. For a
detection system with an FID, turn off the supply of hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas and the
combustion air as well. Open the isothermal oven door of the oven unit.
(7) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(8) Manually loosen the nut and remove it.
IMPORTANT
The gland assembly is a vulnerable part. Please handle it with care.
(9) Remove the two screws not coated with red enamel and then remove the rotary valve. Do
not loosen the screws coated with red enamel.
(10) Remove the gasket, gland assembly, and the valve seat, in this sequence. Do not remove
the washer and the coil spring (see Figure 6.28).
(11) As shown in Figure 6.29, the valve seat and gland assembly have a specific location to
install. Insert these components in the correct location using the location notch.
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(12) Reassemble the components in the reverse order of steps (7) to (9). Firmly tighten the nut
by fingers. Do not allow oil or grease to adhere to the seat.
K9034FF
sample volume: 0.33 μl, Rulon
K9034DS *
sample volume: 1 μl, Rulon
K9034DR *
sample volume: 2 μl, Rulon
K9034DQ *
sample volume: 3 μl, Rulon
K9034DP *
sample volume: 10 μl or more, Rulon
K9034DN *
for switching valve, Rulon
K9034DM
for plug
J9201HY
sample volume: 0.33 μl, Teflon
K9034FL
sample volume: 1 μl, Teflon
K9034FK
sample volume: 2 μl, Teflon
K9034FJ
sample volume: 3 μl, Teflon
K9034FH
sample volume: 10 μl or more, Teflon
K9034FR
for switching valve, Teflon
*
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When ordering * items, the following P/N should be specified.
K9409ZE (2 pcs. of K9034DS)
K9409ZD (2 pcs. of K9034DR)
K9409ZC (2 pcs. of K9034DQ)
K9409ZB (2 pcs. of K9034DP)
K9409ZA (2 pcs. of K9034DN)
Remove the two screws
not coated with red enamel
(for valve replacement only.
Do not remove them when
replacing valve seat only.)
Do not loosen the screws
coated with red enamel.
Coil Spring (Does not
have to be removed)
Do not loosen these screws
Valve Seat
Gasket
Washer (Does not
have to be removed)
Gland Assembly
Plumbing tube
Nut
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Figure 6.28
Rotary Valve
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(a) Seat for sample valve
Groove for gland
assembly clocking
Pin
Groove for
valve seat clocking
Rotor section
Valve seat
for gas
Rotor section
Valve seat
for liquid
(b) Seat for switching valve
Top mark
Bearing
Top mark
Pin
Valve seat
Rotor section
Figure 6.29
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Valve Seat
l Rubber Bellows
See Figure 6.30.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual, and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
(4) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
(5) Close all the stream switching valves.
(6) Stop the supply of power.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(7) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) and carrier gas. For a detection
system with an FID, turn off the supply of hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas and combustion air as
well.
Open the isothermal oven door of the oven unit.
(8) Remove the couplings connected to the rotary valve. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later. The rotary valve is either a single-sleeve
or double-sleeve type, depending on the specifications. Each type comprises four to six
pipes extending from the sleeve.
(9) Remove the two screws which are not painted with red enamel to disassemble the rotary
valve. Do not touch the two screws which are painted red.
(10) Remove two nuts to remove the gland assembly.
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(11) Remove the two screws from the base on the bottom side of the rotary valve that has been
removed.
(12) Remove the base.
(13) Remove the screw from the bellows.
* The spring washer, plate, rubber bellows, piston, O-ring, and washer will come off due to
the force of the spring.
(14) Remove the spring washer and then the plate.
(15) Remove the rubber bellows and install a new one.
Apply HP-500 (fluorinated grease; part number: C2080FD) thinly over the entire rubber
bellows.
(16) Reinstall the parts that have been removed by reversing steps (10) to (14).
* If the valve seat and related parts came off when you removed the gland assembly,
reinstall them by referring to “Valve seat for rotary valve.”
(17) Reinstall the rotary valve by reversing steps (8) and (9), and then reconnect the pipes.
(18) Perform a leak test on the piping.
L9819AC
Rubber bellows
Screws
(not coated with red enamel)
Spring
Washer
O-ring
Piston
Rubber bellows
(Apply grease.)
Plate
Spring washer
Rubber bellows screw
Base
Base screws
Figure 6.30
Valve and Rubber Bellows
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(7) Liquid-sample Valve (LSV)
The liquid-sample valve is used when the sample is a liquid. See Figure 6.31. The specifications
for the liquid sample valve used are listed in the parts list in the operation data.
Check against the code chart (Table 6.6) and replace as required.
Table 6.6
Model
Suffix code
Option code
GCLV
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••••••••
•••••••••••••••••
Sample volume -1
•••••••••••••••••
-2
•••••••••••••••••
-3
•••••••••••••••••
-4
•••••••••••••••••
-5
•••••••••••••••••
-6
Wetted material
S
•••••••••••••••••
H
•••••••••••••••••
Insert material
M
•••••••••••••••••
G
•••••••••••••••••
C
•••••••••••••••••
J
•••••••••••••••••
Sealing material
R
•••••••••••••••••
T
•••••••••••••••••
Column connection
A
•••••••••••••••••
B
•••••••••••••••••
C
•••••••••••••••••
D
•••••••••••••••••
Split/Leakage back flash
N
•••••••••••••••••
1
•••••••••••••••••
2
•••••••••••••••••
Description
Liquid sampling valve
0.1 μl
0.25 μl
0.5 μl
1 μl
2 μl
3 μl
SUS316
Hastelloy C
SUS316
Glass (straight)
Glass (cup)
Glass (with neck)
Rulon
Teflon
1/8"
1/16"
Capillary
Mega-bore
None
1/8"
1/16"
l Seal kit
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
(5) Stop the supply of power.
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(6) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) and the carrier gas. For a
detection system with an FID, turn off the supply of hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas and the
combustion air as well.
(7) Remove the cover or insulator attached to LSV, if any.
(8) Remove the four couplings connected to the outside of the isothermal oven. When removing
the couplings, label them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(9) Turn the locknut to LSV counterclockwise with the coil over wrench for LSV to remove it.
Slowly pull off the cylinder of LSV.
(10) Remove the seal kit. When it is difficult to remove the seal kit, first remove the four screws
on the locknut-clamp fitting.
Remove any stain or the like from the stem, making sure you do not damage the stem. If
you cannot remove the stain, replace with a new one.
(11) Install a new seal unit. Then reinstall the cylinder part in the reverse order of step (9).
Tighten the locknut as far as it will go by hand. Then use the coil over wrench for LSV to turn
it a quarter of a turn.
NOTE
•
•
•
•
If any deposit cannot be removed from the stem, replace the stem with a new one.
Take care not to damage the stem.
Disc springs of the spring assembly should be stacked face-to-face.
Manually fasten the locknut of LSV. Then give it a 1/4 clockwise turn with the coil over
wrench for LSV.
(12) Reconnect the pipes in the reverse order of step (8).
(13) Perform a leak test on the piping.
Increase the LSV temperature, and then use the coil over wrench for LSV to turn it oneeighth of a turn.
If there is leakage into the sample oven (carrier line) (check the chromatogram baseline
fluctuation), turn it anther one-eighth of a turn.
NOTE
After the isothermal oven temperature become stable at the preset level, rotate the locknut by
another 1/8 turn to fasten it.
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l Heater or temperature sensor
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(4) Remove the terminal block cover and disconnect the wires (two for the heater and four for
the temperature sensor) connected to the component from the terminal block.
(5) Remove the screws on the heater and the temperature sensor.
(6) Pull out the parts to replace.
(7) Install a new component and fix it with the screws.
(8) Reconnect the wires. Reinstall the terminal cover in its original location.
Increase the LSV temperature, and then use the coil over wrench for LSV to turn it oneeighth of a turn.
If there is leakage into the sample oven (carrier line) (check the chromatogram baseline
fluctuation), turn it anther one-eighth of a turn.
l LSV
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
(5) Stop the supply of power.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
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(6) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air) and the carrier gas. For a
detection system with an FID, turn off the supply of hydrogen (or nitrogen) gas and the
combustion air as well.
(7) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(8) Remove the terminal block cover and disconnect the wires (two for the heater and four for
the temperature sensor) connected to the component from the terminal block.
(9) Remove the fittings and nuts from IN and OUT pipes for carrier gas in the isothermal oven.
(10) If the LSV has a cover or thermal insulation, remove it. Unfasten the screws and remove the
heater and temperature sensor from the LSV.
(11) Remove the six couplings connected to the LSV. When removing the couplings, label them
for ease of identifying the connections later.
(12) Remove the four screws which fix the LSV to the outside of the isothermal oven.
(13) Install a new LSV.
(14) Reconnect the pipes in the reverse order of step (7) and (12). Confirm the wiring and
perform a leak test on the piping.
Increase the LSV temperature, and then use the coil over wrench for LSV to turn it oneeighth of a turn.
If there is leakage into the sample oven (carrier line) (check the chromatogram baseline
fluctuation), turn it anther one-eighth of a turn.
1 K9402WA
K9402WB
K9402WC
K9402WD
K9402WE
K9402WF
K9402WG
K9402WH
K9402WJ
K9402WK
K9402WL
K9402WM
2 K9402VG
K9402VH
3 K9402VA
K9402VB
K9402VC
K9402VD
4 K9402QA
K9402QB
5 K9402QG
K9402QH
K9402QJ
K9402QK
K9402QL
K9402QM
6 K9402UG
K9402UH
7 K9402UN
8 K9400XU
K9400XX
K9400XY
9 K9402VJ
Stem (sample volume: 0.1µl, material: SUS316)
Stem (sample volume: 0.25µl, material: SUS316)
Stem (sample volume: 0.5µl, material: SUS316)
Stem (sample volume: 1µl, material: SUS316)
Stem (sample volume: 2µl, material: SUS316)
Stem (sample volume: 3µl, material: SUS316)
Stem (sample volume: 0.1µl, material: Hastelloy C)
Stem (sample volume: 0.25µl, material: Hastelloy C)
Stem (sample volume: 0.5µl, material: Hastelloy C)
Stem (sample volume: 1µl, material: Hastelloy C)
Stem (sample volume: 2µl, material: Hastelloy C)
Stem (sample volume: 3µl, material: Hastelloy C)
Seal element (Rulon)
Seal element (Teflon)
Insert (SUS16)
Insert (Glass, straight)
Insert (Glass, with cup)
Insert (Glass, with neck)
Temperature Sensor (PT100Ω, oven temp.: 145 °C or less)
Temperature Sensor (PT100Ω, oven temp.: 145 °C or more)
Heater (for 100V)
Heater (for 110V)
Heater (for 115V or 120V)
Heater (for 200V)
Heater (for 220V)
Heater (for 230V or 240V)
Sample Tube (SUS316)
Sample Tube (Hastelloy C)
O-Ring (Kalrez)
Connector (for Mega-bore column or capilary column)
Connector (for 1/8”)
Connector (for 1/16”)
Spring assembly
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Bracket
Seal kit
Cylinder
Seal element
Screw
(nut)
①
6-50
Flange
⑨ ②
③
⑦
⑧
Screw for the heater and
temperature sensor
⑥
④
Figure 6.31
⑤
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Liquid Sampling Valve (LSV)
(8) Restrictors
There are two types of restrictors: low temp. type for isothermal oven temperature of 145 °C
max. and high temp. type. for over 145°C. Between these two types, the O-ring material for the
restrictor is different.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, hydrogen (or
nitrogen) gas for combustion, combustion air, and sample gas. Open the isothermal oven
door of the oven unit.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit. And remove the cover
by removing the two screws of the pressure/flow control section.
(5) Remove the two couplings connected to the restrictor. When removing the couplings, label
them for ease of identifying the connections later.
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(6) Remove the two screws on the end of nuts at the pressure control chamber side and pull out
its fixture.
(7) Hold the restrictor both from inside the isothermal oven and from the pressure controller
side using a set of tools, and remove the locknuts on the pressure controller side, then the
restrictor itself.
(8) Install a new restrictor in the reverse order of step (4) to (7). Set the values described in the
Operation data by using the control knob of the restrictor and perform the leak test on the
piping.
IMPORTANT
After the isothermal temperature of the oven unit becomes substantially stable, again set the flow
rate of the restrictor according to the Operation data.
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The nuts and sleeves are not included.
K9409CA
For low-temperature applications
K9409CB
For high-temperature applications
IN
OUT
Pipe
IN
Restrictor
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Figure 6.32
Restrictor
(9) Columns in Isothermal Oven
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the detector. Then leave it for at least four hours.
• TCD:
Turn off the detector on Manual operation display.
• FID, FPD: When using hydrogen as the carrier gas, turn off the supplies of combustion air
and nitrogen or helium gas for make-up.
When using carrier gas other than hydrogen, turn off the supply of hydrogen gas
for combustion.
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(3) Turn off the heater.
Turn off the heaters for the isothermal oven, LSV and FPD, from the Manual operation
display. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
Wait until the PV (Present Value) on the Temperature Status display decreases to ambient
temperature.
(4) Stop the supply of power.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(5) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas. Wait until the
pressure of carrier gas decreases to 0 kPa. Open the isothermal oven door of the oven unit.
(6) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(7) Remove the screw and then remove the fixture for the column.
(8) Remove the column by loosening two locknuts on both ends of the column. When removing
it, it is recommended to keep a note of the numbers labeled on the column and pipes to
avoid mixing up during installation.
(9) Remove the plug and install the new column. When installing it, check the numbers of the
column and pipes listed in the operation data (column system) or the note taken at step (8).
When treating mega-bore or capillary columns made from fused silica or metal, handle it
with care as follows and see How to Attach Fused Silica (or Metal) Capillary Column in the
operation data.
(A) • Do not pull the column hard.
• Do not twist the column.
• Do not scratch the column surface.
• Do not apply an impact on the column.
(B) When mounting on the gas chromatograph, keep at least 10 cm of curvature radius.
Bending at a smaller radius could result in column breakage.
Pay extra attention when connecting to LSV. The curvature radius tends to be less
than 10 cm.
See Figure 6.33
Push against the end
Approx. 5 mm
Necked insert
20 to 25 mm
Straight insert
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Figure 6.33
(C) When connecting to rotary valves, insert the tip of the column approximately 5 mm into
the connector.
(D) When connecting a column, adjust the direction of the column ring on the column
hanger or the position of SUS piping to prevent the column from getting undue stress.
After passing the column tip through the column nut and the graphite ferrule, cut off the
column tip by 2 to 3 mm to avoid graphite dust from attaching to the tip.
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(E) When cutting a column, use the dedicated column cutter and avoid squashing the cut
end. Make sure that the metal flakes will not get inside the column. For the fused silica
column, make sure that the cut end is smooth.
(10) Supply the carrier gas.
(11) Confirm that there is no carrier gas leakage from the column fittings.
(12) In order to remove air and water that entered inside the column, flow the carrier gas through
the column for about one hour at room temperature. Calibration must be conducted after the
oven temperature has stabilized.
n Cautions for storage
IMPORTANT
• Store columns in a desiccator where temperature can be controlled. The desiccator must be
placed in a location where temperature will not drop below 0 °C.
• For a long-term storage, check for the following once every month.
- Packed column: sealed plugs are secured.
- Mega-bore or Capillary columns: silicone rubber plugs are in place.
(10) Flame Arrester
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supplies of the protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, hydrogen (or
nitrogen) gas for combustion, combustion air, and sample gas.
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove all of the couplings (two to eight) connected to the flame arrester. When removing
the couplings, label them for ease of identifying the connections later.
(6) Remove the flame arrester. If the flame arrester is threaded through the wall of the
isothermal oven, pull it out.
(7) Install a new flame arrester in the reverse order of steps (5) and (6).
(8) Perform a leak test on the piping.
The nuts and sleeves are not included.
K9407QN
K9407QS
For normal usage (SUS316)
Corrosion-resistance type (Hastelloy C)
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(11) Isothermal Oven Gasket
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air).
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) The gasket lines the edges of the inner walls of the isothermal oven. Separate the gasket
from the edges and gently pull it away from the oven walls.
(6) Line a new gasket along the edges of the inner walls, gently pressing its grooves to fit over
the edges.
(7) After replacement, confirm that the gasket is fitting over the edges properly without any
gaps.
K9803SX
For large isothermal oven
K9803SW
For isothermal oven
Gasket for large
isothermal oven
Figure 6.35
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(12) Air Turbine for Agitator Fan
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air).
(4) Open the control unit door using a key included in the accessory kit.
(5) Remove the wiring to the heater from the terminal block on the right side of the isothermal
oven.
(6) Remove the four screws, two temperature sensors, and heater cover.
(7) Remove the four screws to remove the heater cover.
(8) Remove the two screws to remove the fan.
(9) Remove twelve screws to remove the gasket and the gasket-holding plate.
(10) Remove three screws to remove the air turbine for the agitator fan.
(11) Install a new air turbine for the agitator fan.
(12) Reinstall the gasket, gasket-holding plate, fan and heater cover in the reverse order of steps
(4) to (9). Before installing the heater cover, confirm that the temperature sensor is in place.
K9400FA
Turbine
K9400FU
Gasket
Screws for Agitator Fan
Air Turbine
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Figure 6.36
Air Turbine for Agitator Fan
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(13) Programmed-Temperature Oven
The heater uses a nichrome wire to control the temperature of the programmed-temperature
oven. See Figure 6.37.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air) supply.
(4) Remove the four screws from the fan cover.
(5) Remove the temperature sensor from the heater cover, and bend the sensor so that the
heater cover can be removed.
(6) Remove the four screws from the heater cover.
(7) Remove the nut holding the terminal from each end of the heater. Then, pull out the heater
from the heater guide.
(8) Pull both ends of the new heater and stretch it to about 500 mm long. Ensure that the heater
is stretched evenly.
(9) Reinstall the new heater. Confirm that the heater is not sagging.
(10) Install the five heater extension locking brackets (K9407MZ).
Extension locking brackets
(five)
(11) Reinstall the heater cover, temperature sensor, and fan cover by reversing steps (4) to (6).
Make sure that the temperature sensor does not touch the fan or fan cover.
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Supply voltage
K9809CF
200 V AC
K9809CG
220 V AC
K9809CH
230 V AC
K9809CJ
240 V AC
Fan cover
Heater cover
Fan cover screws (four)
6
Heater cover screws (four)
Temperature sensor
Figure 6.37
Programmed-Temperature Oven Turbine
(14) Temperature Sensor for Programmed-Temperature Oven
The temperature sensor for the programmed-temperature oven is a platinum resistance
temperature detector (Pt100 ohm).
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air) supply.
(4) Remove the four screws from the fan cover.
(5) Remove the temperature sensor from the heater cover, and bend the sensor so that the
heater cover can be removed.
(6) Remove the four screws from the heater cover.
(7) Remove the nuts holding the heater cable terminals on the programmed-temperature oven
side.
(8) On the electronics section side, remove the heater cable terminals and the temperature
sensor connector.
(9) Remove the screws from the cover with the packing, and remove the cover.
(10) To remove the temperature sensor for the programmed-temperature oven and heater cable,
remove the relevant insulators.
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(11) Remove the two screws from the programmed-temperature oven side, remove the cable
fixing plate, and pull out the cable.
(12) Reinstall a new temperature sensor.
(13) Reinstall the heater cover, temperature sensor, and fan cover by reversing steps (4) to (6).
Make sure that the temperature sensor does not touch the fan or fan cover.
K9803VH
Programmed
-temperature
oven side
Insulation
O.CPU-CN7
Electronics
section side
Figure 6.38
Cover
Insulation
Temperature Sensor for Programmed-Temperature Oven and Heater Cable
(15) Columns in Programmed-Temperature Oven
The column installation procedure varies depending on the application, so see the Operation
Data.
(16) Programmed-Temperature Oven Gasket
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air) supply.
(4) Remove the programmed-temperature oven door.
(5) Remove the four screws from inside the programmed-temperature oven door. Remove the
gasket and gasket-holding plate.
(6) Install a new gasket.
(7) Reinstall the gasket-holding plate. Make sure that the gasket is not loose or bent.
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K9400LJ
Gasket
Gasket-holding plate
Screws (four)
Figure 6.39
Programmed-Temperature Oven Gasket
(17) Air Turbine for Agitator Fan in Programmed-Temperature Oven
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the protective gas (instrumental air) supply.
(4) Remove the four screws from the fan cover.
(5) Remove the temperature sensor from the heater cover, and bend the sensor so that the
heater cover can be removed.
(6) Remove the four screws from the heater cover.
(7) Remove the two screws to remove the fan.
(8) Remove 12 screws to remove the gasket and the gasket-holding plate.
(9) Remove three screws to remove the air turbine for the agitator fan.
(10) Install a new air turbine for the agitator fan.
(11) Reinstall the gasket, gasket-holding plate, fan, heater cover, temperature sensor, and fan
cover by reversing steps (4) to (8). Make sure that the temperature sensor does not touch
the fan or fan cover.
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K9400FA
Turbine
K9400FU
Gasket
Screws for agitator fan air turbine (three)
Figure 6.40
6.2.5
Air Turbine for Agitator Fan
Components in the Sample Processing System
The instructions for replacing parts in the sample processing system are explained.
(1) Sample processing system
(2) Atmospheric pressure balancing valve or flow rate control needle valve
(3) Flowmeter
(4) Pressure gauge
(5) Pneumatic valve for actuating external air supply
(6) Stream switching valve or pneumatic valve for atmospheric balance
(1) Sample Processing System
The sample processing system is a train of filter, regulator for samples, stop valve, stream
switching valve and needle valve.
Some systems may not comprise all of these components depending on the specifications. To
replace any of these components, follow the steps below.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
(5) Stop the supply of power.
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(6) Remove the two pipes connected to the needle valve shown on the far left of Figure 6.41.
(7) Remove the nut on the outside of the analyzer unit.
(8) Remove the sample processing system from the analyzer.
(9) Remove the component and install a new component.
(10) Reassemble the sample processing system in the reverse order of steps (7) to (9).
When installing a replacement component, always use sealing tape.
(11) Confirm that there are no leaks in the piping.
K9193HH
Needle valve
K9192WA
Stream switching valve (Diaphragm: Teflon, Wetted surface: Viton)
K9192WB
Stream switching valve (Diaphragm: Teflon, Wetted surface: Silicone)
L9805ZF
Regulator valve for samples (Diaphragm: Teflon, Liner: SUS)
L9862AB Filter
Stream switching valve
Needle valve
Regulator for samples
Cap nut
Filter
Nut
Figure 6.41
Example of Sample Processing System (May contain a Stop Valve depending on the
system)
l Filter element
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
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IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Remove the cap nut (see Figure 6.42).
Replace the internal filter element and the gaskets with a new one.
Firmly tighten the cap nut.
Confirm that there are no leaks.
L9862AG
Filter element
L9862AC
Gasket 1
L9862AD
Gasket 2
Bushing
Gasket 1
Nut
Filter Element
Gasket 2
Body
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Figure 6.42
(2) Atmospheric Pressure Balancing Valve and/or Needle Valve for
Controlling Flow Rate
See Figure 6.43.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air).
(4) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(5) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
(6) Remove the pipes connected to the atmospheric pressure balancing valve and needle valve
for controlling the flow rate.
(7) Remove the four screws holding the bracket.
(8) When replacing atmospheric pressure balancing valve, remove two screws on the back side
of the bracket. When replacing flow rate control needle valve, remove the nuts on the front
side of the bracket.
(9) After replacing each components with new ones, reassemble in the reverse order of steps
(6) to (8).
(10) Confirm that the piping is correct and there are no leaks.
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L9853AA
Needle valve
K9192WP
Atmospheric pressure balancing valve (Diaphragm: Teflon, Wetted surface: Viton)
K9192WQ
Atmospheric pressure balancing valve (Diaphragm: Teflon, Wetted surface: Silicone)
Screw (four)
Sample Flow Rate
Adjusting Needle Valve
Atmospheric Pressure
Balancing Valve
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Figure 6.43
Atmospheric Pressure Balancing Valve and Sample Flow Rate Adjusting Needle Valve
(3) Flowmeter
See Figure 6.44.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(5) Remove the four pipes connected to the flowmeter.
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(6) Loose the mounting screws at the base and remove the flowmeter.
(7) Replace the flowmeter in the reverse order of steps (5) and (6).
(8) Confirm that there are no leaks in the piping.
K9805WA, K9805WC for gas samples (Gasket: Viton)
K9805WE
for liquid samples (Gasket: Teflon)
K9805WB, K9805WD for gas samples (Gasket: Teflon)
K9805WF
for liquid samples (Gasket: Daiel Par-Flour)
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Taper tube
Screw (two)
Gasket
Base
Connector
Nut 2
Nut 1
Figure 6.44
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Taper Tube
When replacing only the taper tube, follow the procedure below (see Figure 6.44).
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(5) Remove the lower pipe connected to the flowmeter assembly.
(6) Hold the connector and loosen nut 1 and nut 2.
(7) Gently move the connector downward and remove the taper tube. Replace the gasket if any
damage is found.
(8) Install a new taper tube in the reverse order of steps (5) to (7).
(9) Confirm that there are no leaks in the piping.
L9866AK
Taper tube (for gas sample, 1.1 l/min)
L9866AP
Taper tube (for gas sample, 150 ml/min)
L9866AR
Taper tube (for liquid sample, 100 ml/min)
L9866AS
Taper tube (for liquid sample, 20 ml/min)
K9193GQ
Gasket (for gas sample, Viton)
K9193GR
Gasket (for liquid sample, Teflon)
K9805ZA
Gasket (for liquid sample, Daiel Par-flour)
(4) Pressure Gauge
See Figure 6.45 for the replacement procedure.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
(2) Turn off the supply of the sample.
(3) If the sample is liquid, purge the sample line with the purge gas (nitrogen gas or instrument
air).
• When the stream switching valve is a pneumatic valve, change the analyzer status to
Manual and turn on the stream switching valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow
in.
• When the stream switching valve is a stop valve, close all the stop valves and open the stop
valve on the sample line to let the purge gas flow in.
(4) Close all the stream switching valves.
IMPORTANT
• During the purge, purge gas may flow into the sample return line, causing pressure
fluctuation.
Prepare the sample return line and collection tank, if necessary.
• Prepare the sample return line so that the sample does not return.
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CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Remove the pipe connected to the elbow on the rear of the pressure gauge.
Remove the two screws on the fitting.
Remove two nuts and two washers that fix the pressure gauge to the fitting.
Remove the elbow connected to the pressure gauge.
Install a new pressure gauge in the reverse order of steps (5) to (8). When attaching the
elbow, always apply sealing tape to the connection of the pressure gauge.
(10) Confirm that there are no leaks.
L9867AG
0 to 0.2 MPa
L9867AJ
0 to 0.6 MPa
Bracket
Screw (two)
Pressure gauge
Washer
(two)
Figure 6.45
Nut
(two)
Elbow
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Pressure Gauge
(5) Pneumatic Valve for Actuating External Air Supply
See Figure 6.46 for the replacement procedure.
(1) Stop the operation. (See “3.3.4
(2) Stop the supply of power.
Stopping operation” for this procedure).
CAUTION
The oven is extremely hot after turning off the power immediately. Keep the protective gas
(instrumental air) supplied for more than an hour after turning off the power. Keep hands away
from the oven components.
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(3) Turn off the supply of the protective gas (instrumental air). Remove the tubes connected to
ports IN, OUT1, OUT2, and OPEN. When removing the tubes, put labels on them for ease
of identifying the connections later (see Figure 6.46 and Figure 6.47).
(4) Remove the two screws.
(5) Install a new pneumatic valve for actuating the external air supply in the reverse order of
steps (3) and (4).
(6) Confirming that the piping is correct and there are no leaks.
(7) After completing the piping, follow the steps below.
(a) After fully opening each of the needle valves, rotate it back two turns and lock them.
(b) Feed air and make sure that air comes out from point (1) but not from point (2).
(c) Actuate valve SV11 and make sure that air comes out from (2) but not from (1).
(d) Repeat steps (b) and (c) and confirm that the reaction times at (1) and (2) do not take more
than 0.5 seconds, with respect to the actuation of SV11.
(e) If the reaction time at (1) was more than 0.5 seconds as a result of step (d), open the EHX1
needle valve by 1/4 turns and check the delay again. If the reexamination still shows the
same result, repeat this step.
(f) If the reaction time at (2) was more than 0.5 seconds as a result of step (d), open the EHX2
needle valves by 1/4 turns and check the delay again. If the reexamination still shows the
same result, repeat this step.
K9193NX
K9193NY
K9193NT
K9193NU
OPE.
OPE.
EXH2
OUT2
OUT1
Figure 6.46
IN
OUT1
EXH1
K9193NX (K9193NY)
EXH2
OUT2
IN
EXH1
K9193NT (K9193NU)
Pneumatic Valve for Actuating External Air Supply
In case of K9193NU, NX
In case of K9193NT, NY
SV11
OUT IN
SV11
OUT IN
EXH
OUT2
IN
OUT1
(1)
(2)
PV11
PV12
OUT2
Air
OUT1
(2)
EXH
IN
Air
PV11
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Figure 6.47
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(6) Diaphragm of Pneumatic Valve for Atmospheric Pressure Balancing or
Stream Switching
(1) Remove the pipe for air.
(2) Remove the four screws on the upper section of the stream switching valve (see Figure
6.48) or the atmospheric-pressure balancing valve (see Figure 6.49) to remove the upper
section of the valve itself.
(3) Replace the diaphragm with a new one and reassemble the valve. Install the new
diaphragm in the same orientation. Exercise care to avoid losing the adjusting pin and
spring at the lower section of the valve.
5
3
2
6
4
air in
9
8
10
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Part name
BASE
BODY
CAP
PISTON
O-RING
O-RING
SPRING
SPRING
PIN
10
DIAPHRAGM
11
SCREW
Part number Quantity
K9192WD 1 1
K9192WE 1 1
K9192WF
1 1
K9192WG 1 1
K9142QU
1 1
L9817FK
1 1
K9192WH 1 1
K9035AW 1 1
K9192WK 1 1
K9192WL
1
K9192WV
1
Y9335JU
4 4
1
K9192WB
11
K9192WA
7
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Figure 6.48
Stream Switching Valve
air in
6
7
2
4
8
9
5
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Part name
BASE
BODY
CAP
PISTON
Part number Quantity
K9192WD 1 1
K9192WR 1 1
K9192WS 1 1
K9192WT
1 1
K9192WL
1
DIAPHRAGM
K9192WV
1
O-RING
L9817FP
1 1
SPRING
K9192WU 4 4
PIN
L9192WK
1 1
SPRING
K9035AW 1 1
O-RING
L9817MY
1 1
SCREW
Y9335JU
4 4
1
K9192WQ
3
No.
1
2
3
4
K9192WP
10
11
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Figure 6.49
Atmospheric-Pressure Balancing Valve
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Troubleshooting
An alarm is displayed when a malfunction occurs.
In the alarm display, possible causes and corrective actions are shown. Fix the problems
referring to them.
Even if alarms are not activated but analysis results show a malfunction, fix the problem referring
to 7.2 “Troubleshooting in Malfunctions in Analysis Result.”
7.1
Alarm
When an alarm is occurred, fix the problem referring to possible causes and corrective actions
shown in it.
7.1.1
Alarm Type
There are three types of alarm.
● GC8000 system-fixed alarm
● User-set alarm which can be defined by the user (Component Alarm)
● D/I alarm which can be assigned to contact inputs by the user
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(1) Fixed Alarm
These alarms has been set to GC8000.
(2) User-set Alarm (Component Alarm)
The maximum of 32 upper and lower limit check alarms can be set for calculation results.
Such calculation items are
(1) concentration,
(2) retention time,
(3) variation coefficient, and
(4) tailing coefficient.
Make the settings to define the user-set up alarm in Alarm Setup screen of the EtherLCD.
To delete a user-set alarm, set both the stream number and peak number to zero.
Stream and Peak Numbers
Select streams and peak numbers to perform the upper and lower limit check.
Check Items
Set upper and lower limits in concentration, retention time, variation coefficient and tailing
coefficient.
Upper and Lower Limits
Set the upper and lower limits to be checked.
(3) D/I Alarm
An alarm is activated when signals are fed into a contact input. There are up to 32 contact inputs.
The alarm number is 200 + contact number for alarm level 2, and 400 + contact number for alarm
level 3.
For the alarm, do the following settings.
To set or delete a D/I alarm, select “Alarm process” in the Process assign from the D/I Setup
Screen in the EtherLCD.
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Alarm Level
Set to level 2 or 3.
Alarm Message
The alarm message can be defined with up to 22 alphanumeric characters.
7.1.2
Alarm Process
There are four alarm levels which are processed as follows.
l Level 1
This alarm is activated when malfunctions in the system or hardware occur. Once activated, the
alarm status is maintained until released.
When a level 1 alarm is activated during Process status with Run mode, Run mode moves to
Stop at the end of the measurement being performed at the time.
l Level 2
This alarm is activated when malfunctions in measurement conditions, etc. occur.
Once activated, the alarm status is maintained until released.
l Component
This alarm is activated when measurement results for concentration, retention time, etc. fall out
of range.
Once activated, the alarm status is maintained until released.
l Level 3
This alarm is activated for minor malfunctions or information.
The alarm status is not maintained.
7.1.3
Alarm Number
The alarm number is assigned for each alarm level as follows.
l Alarm 1 to 174: Level 1 Alarm
1 to 174: Fixed Alarm
l Alarm 201 to 294: Level 2 Alarm
201 to 232: D/I Alarm (200 + contact number)
251 to 294: Fixed Alarm
291 to 294: Composition Alarm
l Alarm 401 to 562: Level 3 Alarm
401 to 432: D/I Alarm (400 + contact number)
450 to 562: Fixed Alarm
471 to 474: Composition Alarm
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Alarm Contents
The alarm type and contents are as the following tables.
In the alarm display, possible causes and corrective actions are shown. Fix the problems
referring to them.
The thresholds to activate alarms are shown in the table below.
D/I alarm of level 2 and 3 are set from the D/I Setup Screen in EtherLCD.
Alarm includes Alarm for the entire unit and GCM alarm.
In “Alarm Kind” of the table, “M” shows alarm for the entire unit and “G” shows the GCM alarm.
n Level 1
l Fixed Alarm
No.
MESSAGE
1
2
3
4
14
SYS ERR
OVEN 1 SYS ERR
OVEN 2 SYS ERR
OVEN 3 SYS ERR
DATABASE INIT
ERR
15 CONC CALC ERR
16 OVEN1 INIT ERR
17 OVEN2 INIT ERR
18 OVEN3 INIT ERR
26 FILE INIT ERR
27 ETHER INIT ERR
28 FTP INIT ERR
31 CTL CARD ID ERR
32 OVEN1 CARD ID
ERR
33 OVEN2 CARD ID
ERR
34 OVEN3 CARD ID
ERR
35 TMP CARD1 ID ERR
36 TMP CARD2 ID ERR
37 TMP CARD3 ID ERR
38 DET CARD1 ID ERR
39 DET CARD2 ID ERR
40 DET CARD3 ID ERR
Alarm Contents
Threshold Item
Threshold
Threshold Alarm
Setting
Kind
N/A
M
G
System error
Oven 1 system error
Oven 2 system error
Oven 3 system error
Database init error
Launch task
Send message
Other
Error to launch task
Error to send
message, etc
Initialize DB
Error to initialize DB N/A
Conc calc error
Calculation time
Calculation was not
concluded before
the start of the next
analysis
Oven1 init error
Launch task
Error to launch task
Send message
Error to send
Oven2 init error
Other – initialize DB message
Oven3 init error
Error to initialize DB
File initialization error Initialize File system Error to initialize File
system
Ethernet initialization Initialize Ethernet
Error to initialize
error
Ethernet
FTP initialization
Initialize FTP
Error to Initialize FTP
error
Card ID error
System setting
Mismatch between
system setting and
card ID
Oven card 1 ID error System setting
Mismatch in
isothermal and
programmed
Oven card 2 ID error
temperature settings,
and explosionproof
Oven card 3 ID error
requirements
Temp. card 1 ID error System setting
Mismatch in
card marks and
Temp. card 2 ID error
explosionproof types
Temp. card 3 ID error
Detector card 1 ID
System setting
Mismatch in card
error
types
Detector card 2 ID
error
Detector card 3 ID
error
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Method
setting
screen
G
N/A
G
N/A
M
N/A
M
M
Slot setting
M
N/A
G
N/A
G
Detector
setting
G
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MESSAGE
Alarm Contents
52 DET1-1 FPGA ERR Detector card 1-1
FPGA error
53 DET1-2 FPGA ERR Detector card 1-2
FPGA error
54 DET2-1 FPGA ERR Detector card 2-1
FPGA error
55 DET2-2 FPGA ERR Detector card 2-2
FPGA error
56 DET3-1 FPGA ERR Detector card 3-1
FPGA error
57 DET3-2 FPGA ERR Detector card 3-2
FPGA error
61 AI A/D ERR
AI card A/D
calibration error
62 TMP CARD1 A/D
Temp. ctrl card 1 A/D
ERR
cal. error
63 TMP CARD2 A/D
Temp. ctrl card 2 A/D
ERR
cal. error
64 TMP CARD3 A/D
Temp. ctrl card 3 A/D
ERR
cal. error
65 OVEN1 TMP A/D
Oven 1 temp. A/D
ERR
cal. error
66 OVEN2 TMP A/D
Oven 2 temp. A/D
ERR
cal. error
67 OVEN3 TMP A/D
Oven 3 temp. A/D
ERR
cal. error
71 OVEN1 COM ERR Oven 1
communication error
72 OVEN2 COM ERR Oven 2
communication error
73 OVEN3 COM ERR Oven 3
communication error
74 TMP1 CTL ERR
Temp. sensor 1
temp. cntrl error
Threshold Item
Error to write
software in FPGA
Calibrate 16-bit
AD of temperature
controller signal
and AI signal upon
power-on
Error to calibrate 16- N/A
bit AD of temperature
controller signal
and AI signal upon
power-on
M
Communication with
OVEN 1
Communication with
OVEN 2
Communication with
OVEN 3
Exceeds the
deviation limit
setting for Oven
1 temperature
setting value and
measurement value.
Exceeds the
deviation limit
setting for Oven
2 temperature
setting value and
measurement value.
Exceeds the
deviation limit
setting for Oven
3 temperature
setting value and
measurement value.
Standard ZERO/
MIDDLE/SPAN
values exceed the
range
N/A
Communication
between OVEN and
CPU is disconnected
for a set period of
time
G
Temp. sensor 2
temp. cntrl error
76 TMP3 CTL ERR
Temp. sensor 3
temp. cntrl error
77 TMP1 AD ERR
Temp. sensor 1
standard AD error
Temp. sensor 2
standard AD error
Temp. sensor 3
standard AD error
Temp. sensor 1 over Temperature sensor
limit
value
Temp. sensor 2 over
limit
Temp. sensor 3 over
limit
79 TMP3 AD ERR
81 TMP1 OVER LIMIT
82 TMP2 OVER LIMIT
83 TMP3 OVER LIMIT
Threshold Alarm
Setting
Kind
N/A
G
Write software in
FPGA
75 TMP2 CTL ERR
78 TMP2 AD ERR
Threshold
Deviation exceeds
the value set
The contents of
DATA1
1: Oven
2: LSV
4: FPD
Deviation
temperature
setting
screen
G
G
Each value exceeds N/A
x
G
Upper limit: User-set N/A
value
Lower limit: –20°C
G
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MESSAGE
84 TMP1 HIGH
85 TMP2 HIGH
86 TMP3 HIGH
87 TMP1 SENSOR
BURN OUT
88 TMP2 SENSOR
BURN OUT
89 TMP3 SENSOR
BURN OUT
90 TMP1 SENS C S/C
91 TMP2 SENS C S/C
92 TMP3 SENS C S/C
93 TMP1 SENS P S/C
94 TMP2 SENS P S/C
95 TMP3 SENS P S/C
111 ELEC PRESS
DOWN
112 OVEN1 PRESS
DOWN
113 OVEN2 PRESS
DOWN
114 OVEN3 PRESS
DOWN
115 PURGING1
116 PURGING2
117 PURGING3
121 DET1-1 A/D ERR
122 DET1-2 A/D ERR
123 DET2-1 A/D ERR
124 DET2-2 A/D ERR
125 DET3-1 A/D ERR
126 DET3-2 A/D ERR
127 DET1-1 FLAME
OUT
128 DET1-2 FLAME
OUT
129 DET2-1 FLAME
OUT
130 DET2-2 FLAME
OUT
131 DET3-1 FLAME
OUT
132 DET3-2 FLAME
OUT
Alarm Contents
Overtemp protection
zone1
Overtemp protection
zone2
Overtemp protection
zone3
Temp. sensor 1
failure
Temp. sensor 2
failure
Temp. sensor 3
failure
Temp. sensor 1 short
circuit
Temp. sensor 2 short
circuit
Temp. sensor 3 short
circuit
Overtemp protect
zone 1 short circuit
Overtemp protect
zone 2 short circuit
Overtemp protect
zone 3 short circuit
Low electronic purge
pressure
Low oven 1 pressure
Threshold Item
Threshold
Temperature sensor Temperature
value
exceeds the upper
limit of 350°C
Threshold Alarm
Setting
Kind
N/A
G
N/A
G
Temperature sensor Temperature falls
N/A
value
below the lower limit
of –20°C
G
N/A
G
7
N/A
M
N/A
G
N/A
G
N/A
Exceed internal
upper and lower limit
values
G
Low oven 2 pressure
Low oven 3 pressure
Oven 1 purging
Oven 2 purging
Oven 3 purging
Detector 1-1 A/D cal. Detector card value
error
Detector 1-2 A/D cal.
error
Detector 2-1 A/D cal.
error
Detector 2-2 A/D cal.
error
Detector 3-1 A/D cal.
error
Detector 3-2 A/D cal.
error
Detector 1-1 A/D
FID & FPD flame
flame out
detector level
Detector 1-2 A/D
flame out
Detector 2-1 A/D
flame out
Detector 2-2 A/D
flame out
Detector 3-1 A/D
flame out
Detector 3-2 A/D
flame out
Detector
G
Flame detectors
for FID & FPD drop signal setting
below detection level screen
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MESSAGE
133 DET1-1 CURRENT
ERR
134 DET1-2 CURRENT
ERR
135 DET2-1 CURRENT
ERR
136 DET2-2 CURRENT
ERR
137 DET3-1 CURRENT
ERR
138 DET3-2 CURRENT
ERR
141 EPC1 COM ERR
142 EPC2 COM ERR
143 EPC3 COM ERR
151 CAR1-1 PRESS
LOW
152 CAR1-2 PRESS
LOW
153 CAR2-1 PRESS
LOW
154 CAR2-2 PRESS
LOW
155 CAR3-1 PRESS
LOW
156 CAR3-2 PRESS
LOW
157 CAR1-1 PRES CTL
ERR
158 CAR1-2 PRES CTL
ERR
159 CAR2-1 PRES CTL
ERR
160 CAR2-2 PRES CTL
ERR
161 CAR3-1 PRES CTL
ERR
162 CAR3-2 PRES CTL
ERR
163 UTL1-1 PRES CTL
ERR
164 UTL1-2 PRES CTL
ERR
165 UTL1-3 PRES CTL
ERR
166 UTL1-4 PRES CTL
ERR
167 UTL2-1 PRES CTL
ERR
168 UTL2-2 PRES CTL
ERR
169 UTL2-3 PRES CTL
ERR
170 UTL2-4 PRES CTL
ERR
171 UTL3-1 PRES CTL
ERR
172 UTL3-2 PRES CTL
ERR
173 UTL3-3 PRES CTL
ERR
174 UTL3-4 PRES CTL
ERR
Alarm Contents
Threshold Item
Threshold
Threshold Alarm
Setting
Kind
N/A
G
Det 1-1 current out- TCD current value
TCD current value
of-range
exceeds 350 mA for
H2-He mix, and 150
Det 1-2 current outmA for others.
of-range
Current applied to
Det 2-1 current outthe detector drops
of-range
below 60 mA during
Det 2-2 current outRun mode.
of-range
Det 3-1 current outof-range
Det 3-2 current outof-range
EPC 1
EPC communication EPC communication N/A
communication error
fails 5 consecutive
times
EPC 2
communication error
EPC 3
communication error
Carrier gas 1-1
N/A
pressure low
Carrier gas 1-2
pressure low
Carrier gas 2-1
pressure low
Carrier gas 2-2
pressure low
Carrier gas 3-1
pressure low
Carrier gas 3-2
pressure low
N/A
Carrier gas 1-1
Pressure value
The pressure
control error
exceeds 490 kPa
(71.0 psi) or drops
Carrier gas 1-2
below 0 kPa (0.0
control error
psi).
Carrier gas 2-1
control error
Carrier gas 2-2
control error
Carrier gas 3-1
control error
Carrier gas 3-2
control error
Utility gas 1-1 control
error
Utility gas 1-2 control
error
Utility gas 1-3 control
error
Utility gas 1-4 control
error
Utility gas 2-1 control
error
Utility gas 2-2 control
error
Utility gas 2-3 control
error
Utility gas 2-4 control
error
Utility gas 3-1 control
error
Utility gas 3-2 control
error
Utility gas 3-3 control
error
Utility gas 3-4 control
error
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n Level 2
l D/I Alarm
No.
201
202
203
204
205
206
207
208
209
210
211
212
213
214
215
216
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
MESSAGE
DI#1 ALARM
DI#2 ALARM
DI#3 ALARM
DI#4 ALARM
DI#5 ALARM
DI#6 ALARM
DI#7 ALARM
DI#8 ALARM
DI#9 ALARM
DI#10 ALARM
DI#11 ALARM
DI#12 ALARM
DI#13 ALARM
DI#14 ALARM
DI#15 ALARM
DI#16 ALARM
DI#17 ALARM
DI#18 ALARM
DI#19 ALARM
DI#20 ALARM
DI#21 ALARM
DI#22 ALARM
DI#23 ALARM
DI#24 ALARM
DI#25 ALARM
DI#26 ALARM
DI#27 ALARM
DI#28 ALARM
DI#29 ALARM
DI#30 ALARM
DI#31 ALARM
DI#32 ALARM
Alarm Contents
DI#1 Alarm
DI#2 Alarm
DI#3 Alarm
DI#4 Alarm
DI#5 Alarm
DI#6 Alarm
DI#7 Alarm
DI#8 Alarm
DI#9 Alarm
DI#10 Alarm
DI#11 Alarm
DI#12 Alarm
DI#13 Alarm
DI#14 Alarm
DI#15 Alarm
DI#16 Alarm
DI#17 Alarm
DI#18 Alarm
DI#19 Alarm
DI#20 Alarm
DI#21 Alarm
DI#22 Alarm
DI#23 Alarm
DI#24 Alarm
DI#25 Alarm
DI#26 Alarm
DI#27 Alarm
DI#28 Alarm
DI#29 Alarm
DI#30 Alarm
DI#31 Alarm
DI#32 Alarm
Threshold Item
Setting Value
Alarm Kind
G•M
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l Fixed Alarm
No.
MESSAGE
Alarm Contents
251 OVERRIDE
252 DUAL ETHER ERR
Override
Wrong def. of dual
Ethernet
253 FILE_READ_ERR
File reading error
254 FILE_WRITE_ERR File writing error
255 FLASH WRITE ERR Flash write error
261 HMI SYS ERR
262 HMI COMM ERR
281 C-OVER
282 C-REPT
283 C-COEF
291 CONC OUT
292 RT OUT
293 DEV OUT
294 TAIL OUT
296 SECTION STOP ERR
297 CALIB CURVE ERR
HMI system error
Threshold Item
IP address
File
File
Flash memory
Threshold
Invalid IP address
setting
Error to read
Error to write
Failed to erase or
write
DO contact for HMI
Fail
HMI communication DO contact for HMI
error
communication error
Calibration error
Calibration range
Exceeds the set
value.
Calibration
Repeatable
Exceeds the set
repeatability failure calibration range
value.
Failure of calibration Invalid calibration
Exceeds the set
coefficient
coefficient
value.
Concentration
Concentration
Exceeds the set
abnormal
value.
Retention time
Retention time
Exceeds the set
abnormal
value.
Variation coefficient Variation coefficient Exceeds the set
abnormal
value.
Tailing coefficient
Tailing coefficient
Exceeds the set
abnormal
value.
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Setting
N/A
Ethernet
setting screen
N/A
N/A
N/A
Alarm
Kind
M
M
M
M
M
N/A
M
N/A
M
Peak setting
screen
Peak setting
screen
Peak setting
screen
Alarm setting
screen
Alarm setting
screen
Alarm setting
screen
Alarm setting
screen
Peak setting
Peak setting
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
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l D/I Alarm
No.
401
402
403
404
405
406
407
408
409
410
411
412
413
414
415
416
417
418
419
420
421
422
423
424
425
426
427
428
429
430
431
432
MESSAGE
DI#1 ALARM
DI#2 ALARM
DI#3 ALARM
DI#4 ALARM
DI#5 ALARM
DI#6 ALARM
DI#7 ALARM
DI#8 ALARM
DI#9 ALARM
DI#10 ALARM
DI#11 ALARM
DI#12 ALARM
DI#13 ALARM
DI#14 ALARM
DI#15 ALARM
DI#16 ALARM
DI#17 ALARM
DI#18 ALARM
DI#19 ALARM
DI#20 ALARM
DI#21 ALARM
DI#22 ALARM
DI#23 ALARM
DI#24 ALARM
DI#25 ALARM
DI#26 ALARM
DI#27 ALARM
DI#28 ALARM
DI#29 ALARM
DI#30 ALARM
DI#31 ALARM
DI#32 ALARM
Alarm Contents
DI#1 Alarm
DI#2 Alarm
DI#3 Alarm
DI#4 Alarm
DI#5 Alarm
DI#6 Alarm
DI#7 Alarm
DI#8 Alarm
DI#9 Alarm
DI#10 Alarm
DI#11 Alarm
DI#12 Alarm
DI#13 Alarm
DI#14 Alarm
DI#15 Alarm
DI#16 Alarm
DI#17 Alarm
DI#18 Alarm
DI#19 Alarm
DI#20 Alarm
DI#21 Alarm
DI#22 Alarm
DI#23 Alarm
DI#24 Alarm
DI#25 Alarm
DI#26 Alarm
DI#27 Alarm
DI#28 Alarm
DI#29 Alarm
DI#30 Alarm
DI#31 Alarm
DI#32 Alarm
Threshold Item
Setting Value
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No.
MESSAGE
Alarm Contents
Threshold Item
450 EXCP ERR
451 POWER ON
Exception error
Power on
452 PARA MISMATCH
Parameter mismatch Setting parameter
453 TIME SET ERR
454 MODE CHANGE
ERR
455 CHANGE STATE
ERR
456 WDOG TIMER ERR
461 C-OVER
Time setting failed.
Operation mode
change failed
Measurement state
change failed
Watchdog timer error
Calibration error
Calibration range
462 C-REPT
Cal repeatability
failure
Repeatable
calibration range
463 C-COEF
Failure of cal
coefficient
Invalid calibration
coefficient
Set time
Operation mode
Measurement state
464 DET1-1 CHANGE
ERR
465 DET1-2 CHANGE
ERR
466 DET2-1 CHANGE
ERR
467 DET2-2 CHANGE
ERR
468 DET3-1 CHANGE
ERR
469 DET3-2 CHANGE
ERR
471 CONC OUT
Concentration
472
Retention time
473
474
481
Detector 1-1 state
change failed
Detector 1-2 state
change failed
Detector 2-1 state
change failed
Detector 2-2 state
change failed
Detector 3-1 state
change failed
Detector 3-2 state
change failed
Concentration
abnormal
RT OUT
Retention time
abnormal
DEV OUT
Variation coefficient
abnormal
TAIL OUT
Tailing coefficient
abnormal
DETECT NO PEAK No peak detected
Power supply
482 REF PEAK ERR
483 CALC PEAK ERR
Wrong reference
peak
Detecor state
Variation coefficient
Tailing coefficient
Gate Process
Detection Slope
Peak setting
Threshold
Threshold Alarm
Setting
Kind
N/A
M
Power supply turned N/A
M
on
Mismatch of setting Respective G•M
parameters *
parameters
Error to set time
M
Error to change
Respective G
operation mode
parameters
Error to change
Respective G
measurement state parameters
N/A
M
Exceeds the set
Peak setting G
value.
screen
(common)
Exceeds the set
Peak setting G
value.
screen
(common)
Exceeds the set
Peak setting G
value.
screen
(common)
Detector state
Respective G
change failed
parameters
Exceeds the set
value.
Exceeds the set
value.
Exceeds the set
value.
Exceeds the set
value.
Depends on shape
of peak
Stream numbers
of reference peak
numbers are 1 to 31
and peak numbers are
other than 1 to 999.
Peak calculation
error
484 TRACK PEAK ERR Peak tracking is not
possible
485 PEAK RECALC ERR Peak re-integration is
failure.
491 DET SIG OUT
Detector signal out of AD conversion value In the range of
range
of detector
0x800000 - 0x800003
or 0x7ffffc - 0x7fffff
493 COR ERR
Total compensation Peak setting
Peak being executed or
error
peak being processed
does not exist.
497 BL CHRMT ERR
Baseline
chromatogram error
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Alarm setting
screen
Alarm setting
screen
Alarm setting
screen
Peak setting
screen
(separate)
Peak setting
G
G
N/A
G
N/A
G
N/A
G
N/A
G
G
G
G
G
Peak setting G
N/A
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MESSAGE
Alarm Contents
498 CHRMT SAVE ERR Saving
chromatogram file
failure
521 OVEN1 POWER ON OVEN1 power on
522 OVEN2 POWER ON OVEN2 power on
523 OVEN3 POWER ON OVEN3 power on
524 OVEN1 COOL ERR Oven 1 cooling error
525 OVEN2 COOL ERR Oven 2 cooling error
526 OVEN3 COOL ERR Oven 3 cooling error
551 PRG SEND ERR
Program send error
552 COMMON INFO
Common information
ERR
error
553 CARD START ERR Card start error
Card communication
error
556 COM SYS MSG
System error
message
557 SCRIPT SEND ERR Script send error
558 SCRIPT EXE ERR Script execution error
559 SCRIPT DEL ERR Script delete error
560 RESET MSG
Reset message
Threshold Item
Script execution
time-out error
562 MODBUS CLIENT
ERR
MODBUS CLIENT
overlap error
Threshold Alarm
Setting
Kind
N/A
G
SD card
Error to write SD
Power supply
Power supply turned N/A
on
M
Temperature control
for programmedtemperature oven
File transfer
File transfer
Temperature control N/A
does not start when
analysis starts.
Error to transfer file N/A
Error to transfer file N/A
G
System setting
Mismatch between Slot setting
slot setting and card screen
ID.
N/A
554 CARD COM ERR
561 SCRIPT TIMEOUT
ERR
Threshold
File transfer
File transfer
File transfer
Power supply
Error to transfer file
Error to transfer file
Error to transfer file
Power supply turned
on
Script execution time Script execution is
not completed within
3 seconds
IP address,
ID address or
equipment ID
equipment ID is
overwrapped.
M
M
M
M
N/A
M
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
G
G
G
M
Script File
M
IP address, M
equipment ID
*:
Cases resulting in the mismatch of setting parameters
0: There is a valve ON/OFF time setting error.
1: The ratio between the SYS analysis cycle and GCM main cycle is not n: 8 (n = 1 to 8).
2: The pause time is not set at the last SYS analysis cycle in the GCM main cycle.
3: Gate ON/OFF times for peaks to be detected by each detector overlap. For the zone gate, the gate OFF time for a peak must
be the ON time for the next peak to be detected in the same zone.
4: The SYS analysis cycle and the GCM main cycle do not match when a programmed temperature oven is mounted.
5: The sampling rates of the detectors belonging to the same SYS differ (different sampling rates can be set for the detectors
belonging to the same GCM).
6: The peak detection completion time does not fall within the range from 5 seconds to the analysis cycle.
7: There is no stream in the current stream sequence number when the measurement state is set to the stream sequence.
8: All the SYSs belonging to GCM are set to “not used.”
9: The gate ON/OFF time does not fall within the range of the SYS analysis cycle.
10: No stream belongs to GCM.
11: During the calorific calculation, the units of each peak in streams do not match, or units of wt, mol or user-defined ones
(including unused ones) are used.
12: Among multiple SYSs, there is at least one SYS whose peak number is zero.
13: The peak assignment number or peak number is zero (all peaks are set to “not used”).
14: The peak process is set to the base, signal or noise level, and the level action time falls in the time between gate ON and
OFF.
15: Data in the main cycle, preparation time, or pause time is invalid.
16: The action time at the signal, base, or noise level does not fall within the range of the SYS analysis cycle.
17: Multiple systems belong to GCM whose distillation is set to Yes.
18: The stream type setting for the stream that is to be executed is inappropriate.
If distillation is set to Yes, only cal run and sample run streams can be executed. If distillation is set to No, only measurement,
calibration, and validation streams can be executed.
19: Programmed-temperature oven is included and the peak detection stop time is greater than the heating pattern stop time.
20: Programmed-temperature oven is included and the pause time is less than or equal to the heating pattern stop time.
21: If distillation is set to Yes, and concentration calculation is not set to Correction area fraction on the common peak setting
screen.
22: If distillation is set to Yes, and calorific value calculation is specified.
23: If distillation is set to Yes, and the same GCM number and method number are set on multiple cal run streams.
24: In a cal run stream with distillation set to Yes, the number of valid peaks set to Indirect method on the peak individual setting
screen is 7 or less.
25: In a cal run stream with distillation set to Yes, the standard B.P. values are not set in descending order for the peak numbers
of a cal run stream starting with the smallest number.
26: In a cal run stream with distillation set to Yes, calib curve updating is set to Yes and the data acquisition stream specified on
the SimDis Calib Data Setup screen does not match the cal run stream.
27: In a sample run stream with distillation set to Yes, cal run stream is not specified, or the type of specified stream is not cal run.
28: In a sample run stream with distillation analysis, the standard B.P. values are not set in descending order for the peak
numbers of a cal run stream of a sample run stream starting with the smallest number.
29: Programmed-temperature oven is included, and the heating program time exceeds the SYS analysis cycle.
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30: Distillation can be set to Yes only on GCM1. Run mode is not possible if distillation is set to Yes on any of the GCMs from
GCM2 to 6.
31: If pause time is set before 10 min. or more than 10 min. of the analysis time.
32: There is a setting error in the stream valve ON/OFF time, valve ON/OFF time, atmospheric balance valve ON/OFF time, or
DO ON/OFF time.
7.1.5
GC-HMI Alarms
No. MESSAGE
Description
601
--
FTP error
602
--
603
--
GC8000 connection
error
GC8000 physical
connection error
604
--
LCD connection error
605
--
606
--
607
--
LCD physical
connection error
Periodic
communication error
GC8000 forced
connection error
608
--
609
--
610
--
611
--
Incorrect
concentration history
data from FTP
612
--
Incorrect retention
time data from FTP
613
--
Incorrect calibration
factor data from FTP
LCD forced
connection error
Incorrect data from
FTP
Incorrect analysis
result from FTP
Threshold Item
Threshold
Load database
Open file on FTP
server
Write setup file to
FTP server
TCP communication
Error in loading database
Failed to open file on FTP server
Failed to write memory data to FTP
server
TCP transmission failure
Threshold
Setting
N/A
N/A
TCP communication Failed to establish TCP connection Analyzer
Selecting
screen
LCD TCP
TCP transmission failure
N/A
communication
LCD TCP
Failed to establish TCP connection N/A
communication
Periodic
Failed to process periodic
N/A
communication task information
TCP communication TCP transmission failure
Analyzer
Failed to establish TCP connection Selecting
screen
LCD TCP
TCP transmission failure
N/A
communication
Failed to establish TCP connection
FTP process
Failed to open file on FTP server in N/A
memory
Analysis result file
Analysis result file does not exist.
N/A
Analysis result file cannot be
retrieved.
Incorrect data in analysis result file
Concentration history file does not N/A
Concentration
history file
exist.
Concentration history file cannot be
retrieved.
Incorrect data in concentration
history file
Retention time
Retention time history file does not N/A
history file
exist.
Retention time history file cannot be
retrieved.
Incorrect data in retention time
history file
Calibration factor
Calibration factor history file does N/A
history file
not exist.
Calibration factor history file cannot
be retrieved.
Incorrect data in calibration factor
history file
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Common Procedure of Troubleshooting
Common procedure of troubleshooting os shown as followings.
Abnormality occurs
Checking of alarm
Checking of analysis result
Checking of chromatogram
Checking of parameters
Checking of utility
Checking of sampling system
Checking of process condition
Checking with standard sample
Checking of parts
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Common Procedure of Troubleshooting
Malfunctioning Component Concentration Value
Troubleshooting diagram for malfunctioning component concentration value is shown as
followings.
Abnormal component
concentration value
Chromatogram
is abnormal
No
Yes
Check setting values
Setting values
are abnormal
No
Check the condition
of process sample
Yes
Check setting values
of sequence
Setting are
correct
Change settings to
correct value
No
Change settings to
correct value
Yes
Abnormal chromatogram
Refer to "3.2.3 Anbormal Chromatogram".
Figure 7.2
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Malfunctioning Retention Time
Troubleshooting diagram for malfunctioning retention time is shown as followings.
Abnormal retention time
Carrier gas pressure
is as specified
No
Set carrier gas pressure to
the specified value
No
Oven temperature
control failure
Yes
Oven temperature
is as specified
Refer to the oven temperature control failure
Yes
Carrier gas
flow through detector vent
is as specified
No
Leakage and cloggung in
piping inside the GC1000
Refer to the leakage and clogging
in piping inside the GC1000
Yes
Disconnect vent line pipng
outdside GC1000
Retention time is
still abnormal
No
7
Clogging in vent line piping
outside the GC1000
Yes
Chromatogram is
abnormal
No
Change setting
values of gate timing
Yes
Abnormal chromatogram
Refer to "3.2.3 Anbormal Chromatogram".
Figure 7.3
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7.2.3
Malfunctioning Chromatogram
It is available to use three types of detector such as TCD, FID and FPD. Troubleshooting diagram
for malfunctioning chromatogram is different according to the shown as followings.
(1) TCD
Troubleshooting diagram for malfunctioning chromatogram is shown as followings.
Abnormal chromatogram
Status of
detector is ON
No
Yes
DET CURRENT
ERROR is occured
No
Turn on detector
Yes
Bridge balance
of detector is good
No
Replace detector
Yes
Wiring for
detector is good
No
Replace wiring for detector
Yes
Replace detector board
Current value
is as specified in operation
data
No
Adjust current with volume
on detector board
Yes
Current can be adjusted
No
Yes
End
Baseline of
detector is abnormal
No
Column system failure or
sampling system failure
Refer to the column system failure or
sampling system failure
Yes
Temperature
of oven is stable
No
Wait for stabilization of
oven temperature
Yes
Replace part or tighten
coupling
Yes
Leak in piping or
components in isothermal
oven
Yes
External piping is clean
No
Use clean piping
Yes
Bridge
balance of detector is
good
No
Repalce detector
Yes
Insulation
resistance of detector is
good
No
Yes
Wiring for detector is
good
No
Replace wiring for detector
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(2) FID
Troubleshooting diagram for malfunctioning chromatogram is shown as followings.
Abnormal chromatogram
Status of
detector is ON
No
Yes
DET FLAME OUT
is occured
No
Turn detector
Yes
Flow rate
of combustion gas is as
specified
No
Adjust flow rate of
combustion gas
Yes
Voltage value
for ignition at DET board is
as specified
No
Replace detector board
Yes
Voltage
value for ignition at DET is
as specified
No
Replace wiring for detector
Yes
Replace detector
Flow rate
of combustion gas is as
specified
No
Adjust flow rate of
combustion gas
Yes
High voltage
value for signal at DET card is
as specified
No
Replace detector card
Yes
High voltage
value for signal at DET is
as specified
No
Replace wiring for detector
Yes
Baseline
of detector ia abnormal
No
Column system failure or
sampling system failure
Refer to the column system failure or
sampling system failure
Yes
Temperature of oven is
stable
No
Wait for stabilization of
oven temperature
Yes
Replace part or tighten
coupling
Yes
Leak in piping or
components in isothermal
oven
No
Combustion air is clean
No
Use clean combustion air
Yes
External pipng is clean
No
Ude clean piping
Yes
Instalation
resistance of detector is
good
No
Replace detector
Yes
Wiring for detector is
good
No
Replace wiring for detector
Yes
Replace detector board
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(3) FPD
Troubleshooting diagram for malfunctioning chromatogram is shown as followings.
Abnormal chromatogram
Status of
detector is ON
No
Yes
DET FLAME OUT
is occured
No
TUrn on detector
Yes
Flow rate
of combustion gas is as
specified
No
Adjust flow rate of
combustion gas
Yes
Voltage value
for ignition at DET board is
as specified
No
Repalce detector board
Yes
Voltage value
for ignition at DET is as
specified
No
Replace wiring for detector
Yes
Replace detector
Flow rate
of combustion gas is as
specified
No
7
Adjust flow rate of
combustion gas
Yes
Increase combustion air pressure
to twice value as specified
Level
of flame signal increase
No
Re-turn on detector with
correct procedure
Refer to the "Basic operation manual"
Yes
Decrease combustion air
pressure to as specified value
High voltage
value for amp. board is as
specified
Yes
No
No
Voltage value
for amp. board at DET board is
as specified
Replace high voltage
power supply
Replace detector board
Yes
No
Voltage value
for amp. board at amp. board is
as specified
Replace wiring for
amp. board
Yes
Baseline
of detector is abnormal
No
Column system failure or
sampling system failure
Refer to the column system failure
or sampling system failure
Yes
Temperature of oven is
stable
No
Wait for stabilization of
oven temperature
Yes
Combustion gas is clean
No
Use clean combustion air
Yes
External piping is clean
No
Use clean piping
Yes
Replace detector card, amp.
board or photo-multiplier
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Appendix A Principle of Gas Chromatograph
A gas chromatograph is an analyzer which first sends a fixed volume of the sampled
multicomponent gas mixture to a column, separates it in the column, then measures the
concentrations of the components with a detector. The process gas chromatograph analyzes
intermittently, allowing periodic analysis by a specified method, thus automatic sampling is
possible.
This chapter explains the measurement principle of the GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph.
n Sampling Mechanism
The process gas chromatograph consists of a sampling mechanism, a column and a detector.
Sampling is carried out by switching a sampling valve. When separating components or detecting
concentrations, the sampling valve is set to allow the gas (liquid) to be measured to flow through
the sample column. When sampling, the sampling valve leads the gas (liquid) to be measured to
a column on a carrier gas. (See Figure1)
There are two important points regarding sampling: a regular volume is sampled since repeated
sampling is required; and samples are taken quickly and securely. The volume is fixed by
measuring a specific gas (liquid) of controlled temperature and pressure using a sample
measurement tube. Samples are taken quickly and securely by ensuring that the gas to be
measured always flows without interrupt.
Component separation and
concentration detection
App.A
Measuring tube
Sample valve
Sample
Column
Detector
Vent
Electric signal
Carrier gas
Status of sampling
Measuring tube
Sample valve
Sample
Column
Carrier gas
Detector
Vent
Electric signal
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n Component Separation Using Column
Four types of column are available for the GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph: a packed
column, micro packed column, mega-bore column and capillary column.
Packed columns consist of a stainless steel pipe with a diameter of 2 mm filled with a bulking
agent called a stationary phase. Micro packed columns consist of a stainless steel pipe with a
diameter of 1 mm. Bulking agents are porous polymer, alumina, or diatomite carrier impregnated
with a liquid phase.
Capillary columns use a hollow pipe with a diameter of 0.1 to 1 mm. Those with a diameter of
0.45 mm or larger are called mega-bore columns. As the stationary phase, the inner face coated
with liquid phase, micro-particle of porous polymer or alumina supported, or diatomite carrier
impregnated with a liquid phase is used.
The components in the multi-component gas mixture sample with carrier gas, which is called
the mobile phase, move through the column, repeatedly dissolving into and eluting from the
stationary phase at a certain cyclic rate conforming to a fixed partition coefficient* that is unique to
each component.
* Partition coefficient: The concentration ratio of the components, calculated by dividing the component concentration which is in
equilibrium in the stationary phase by the concentration which is in equilibrium in the mobile phase.
Figure 2 shows a diagram of how the multi-component gas mixture is led to a column and
separated into its discrete components over time.
Multi-component
gas mixture
Sampling
(Intake)
:Component A,
Column
:Component B,
:Component C
(Outlet) Detector Concentration signal
Carrier gas
(1st round)
Carrier gas
Injection
Time
A
B
C
(2nd round)
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Figure 2 Separating Components Using a Column
n Detector
The components separated in the column are led to the detector where the concentration of each
component is measured.
The GC8000 Process Gas Chromatographs can be fitted with thermal conductivity detectors
(TCD), flame ionization detectors (FID) or flame photometric detectors (FPD). The thermal
conductivity detector can measure almost all non-corrosive components but sensitivity is relatively
low. On the other hand, the hydrogen flame ionization detector can measure hydrocarbon and
the flame photometric detector can measure sulfur compounds, respectively with high sensitivity.
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l Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD)
The TCD utilizes the difference in the thermal conductivity between the measured gas and the
carrier gas and detects the unbalanced voltage produced in a bridge circuit as a measure of
concentration.
Figure 3 shows the fundamental principle of the TCD. As shown, there are two streams, each
having two filaments. One stream passes the carrier gas only and the other, connected to the
column outlet, allows the measured gas to pass during analysis. The filaments in the two streams
form a bridge circuit such that the filament in one stream is adjacent to the filament in the other
stream. The unbalanced voltage in the bridge is proportional to the concentration of the measured
gas (liquid) component.
The TCD is frequently used to measure the component concentration of the measured gas
(liquid).
Carrier gas
Measurment
filament
Comparison
filament
Z1
Output
Z2
Z4
Z3
Comparison
filament
Measurment
filament
App.A
Carrier gas
+
Sampling gas
Constant voltage
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Figure 3 Fundamental Principle of Thermal Conductivity Detector
l FID
The FID utilizes the phenomenon that carbon molecules in the measured component
(hydrocarbon) are ionized in a hot hydrogen flame. That is, it detects the ionization current which
flows between electrodes to which a high voltage is applied. The ionization current is almost
proportional to the carbon number.
The FID is used to measure the component concentration of gases containing low concentrations
of hydrocarbons.
Ion collector coil
+
-
-
Hydrogen flame
Jet pipe (nozzle)
Carrier gas
+
Sampling gas
+
+
+
+
-
Output
Hydrogen gas for combustion
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l FPD
Figure 5 shows the structure of the FPD. As the measured gas containing a sulfur component is
led into the excess hydrogen flame, the component containing the sulfur atoms is excited. The
FPD detects the luminous intensity of the light emitted when this excited component returns to its
base state using a multiplier phototube and converts it to a voltage.
This voltage represents the concentration of the sulfur component in the measured gas.
The FPD can measure the sulfur component with a high sensitivity of 0.2 ppm.
Hydrogen flame
Photomultiplier tube
Jet pipe (nozzle)
Hydrogen gas
for combustion
Carrier gas
+
Sampling gas
Hydrogen gas for combustion
Air fo combustion
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Figure 5 Basic Configuration of Flame Photometric Detector
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Appendix B Terminology
n Operation Terminology
Process
Description
Status can be changed for each GCM.
This operation can be made by operators with use level C or higher.
The change is possible only in the Stop mode.
Normal measurement, calibration and validation
Manual
Manual operation
Status
Term
Icon/abbr.
Measurement Status It can be changed for each GCM. This operation can be made by
of Process
operators with user level B or higher.
Stream Sequence Continuously measures streams in order specified in Stream
Sequence
Stream
Repeats the measurement of the specified stream for the preset
Specification
number of times (0: continuous, 1-999)
Calibration/
Performs calibration or validation of the specified number
Validation
Operation Mode and Operation mode can be changed for each GCM or for all GCMs at
Command
the same time.
Run
Mode in which measurement is running.
Starts the measurement in the Process mode. This operation can be
made by operators with user level B or higher.
Starts to display chromatograms in the Manual mode.
(It does not detect peaks, calculate concentration, or save
chromatograms.)
Pause
Mode in which measurement pauses.
Operates until the pause time specified in the GCM method in the
Process mode. This operation can be made by operators with user
level B or higher.
Stop
Mode in which measurement stops.
Operates in the Process mode for the main cycle specified in the
GCM method. This operation can be made by operators with user
level B or higher.
Stops the Run mode immediately in the Manual status.
Command
Cancels the operation mode command that is in the operation queue
Cancellation
in the Process mode. This operation can be made by operators with
user level B or higher.
Forced Stop
Stops the current operation mode forcibly in the Process mode. This
operation can be made by operators with user level C+.
GCM
App.B
*: Type 4 is
Using multiple ovens and detectors, and simultaneously operating
the same
multiple methods, the GC8000 can measure each component under
as with one
optimum conditions. This reduces the analysis time and achieves a
isothermal
flexible configuration that meets customers’ needs.
oven.
A GCM is one virtual GC. When multiple GCMs are set, the GC8000
works as much as multiple actual GCs.
Up to two GCMs can be set in an isothermal oven.
Up to two for one isothermal oven
Up to four for two isothermal ovens
Up to six for three isothermal ovens
The following settings are carried out for each GCM: atmosphericpressure balancing valve number, stream valve number, stream
identification output, distillation point, and peak common settings.
The operations of stream valves are set in the GCM method settings.
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Term
Description
SYS is the minimum analysis unit. Multiple SYSs can be set in each
GCM. SYSs in the same GCM are synchronized for analysis, while
those in different GCMs are not synchronized.
Up to two SYSs can be set in an isothermal oven.
Up to two for one isothermal oven
Up to four for two isothermal ovens
Up to six for three isothermal ovens
App.B-2
Icon/abbr.
*: Type 4 is
the same
as with one
isothermal
oven.
Valves (Valve, RV, or LSV), detectors, and EPCs are set for each
SYS. Their respective operations are set in the SYS method.
Although atmospheric-pressure balancing valves (AtmV) belong
to GCM, their operations are also set in the SYS method. The
operations of timing signals are set by using DO in this method as
well.
(SYS analysis cycle) = (GCM analysis cycle) / n
(n: 1-8)
GCM Method
Any of methods No. 1 to No. 6 can be set for each GCM.
In the Manual status or Process–Stop status, the method number
will be blank.
Main Cycle
Time from start (0 second) to stop of analysis
Warming Up Time Time for displacement in sample streams
Stream Valve
ON/OFF time of sample stream valves
ON/OFF Time
Pause Time
Time for measurement pause
SYS Method
Analysis Cycle
Peak Detection
Stop Time
Tracking
Specification
Automatic
Renewal of
Tracking Factors
Valve ON/OFF
Time
AtmosphericPressure
Balancing Valve
ON/OFF Time
DO Operation
Setting
EPC Program
Setting
Purging
Custom Software
Capability
Gate Tracking
Function
Time from start (0 second) to stop of analysis
Time to forcibly stop peak detection of chromatogram
Valve
AtmV
The operation setting of timing signals by using DO
Displacement of the gas in the pressurized enclosures with a
protective gas (instrumental air)
With the programming in YM-BASIC (Yokogawa’s original
programming language based on BASIC), calculation formulas
for analysis results and various measurement statuses such as
stream switching can be changed. This function also allows special
calculations using the data of analog inputs from other analyzers
and/or contact inputs.
The automatic peak tracking function of GC1000 Mark II was
improved. The setting of tracking (correction) conditions of the
gate time setting to detect peaks has become flexible, from
simultaneously setting all GCs to setting each SYS or each detector.
This enables precise measurement even in multicomponent analysis
such as PIONA.
n Instrument Terminology
ASET
Term
Description
Analyzer server engineering terminal software
PC software which operates and displays analyzers
Notes
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Term
ASIU
DCS
EPC
EtherLCD
FID
FPD
GC-HMI
GCSMP
LSV
MC
PCAS
RV
TCD
Temperature
Protection Circuit
Column Switching
Valve
Carrier Gas
Sample Valve
Illuminance
Hydrogen Limiting
Unit
Splitter
AtmosphericPressure Balancing
Valve
Description
Analyzer server gateway software
Exchanges data with the upper system by using the STARDOM
FCJ.
Analyzer server interface unit software
Serves as an interface with the network for analog output signals of
field devices except for process gas chromatographs or input/output
of contact signals.
Distributed control system
The upper system of analyzers
Electronic pressure control
A function which consolidates the settings for display of I/O
and Ethernet connection status of analyzers under connection;
operation of I/O, user program, and detectors; and parameters of
hardware configuration, analysis method, and I/O, which are mainly
used for maintenance among the general settings from the GC-HMI.
This is equivalent to the functions of EtherLCD (display and
operation), which is the human-machine interface of the GC1000
Mark II, excluding operation and display of analysis data.
User-level settings for EtherLCD are independent of other screens
of the GC-HMI (analyzer overview, etc.), and so they must be set
separately.
Flame ionization detector
Flame photometric detector
GC human-machine interface
Displays the status of the GC8000 analyzer, operates it, changes its
settings, and displays analysis data.
12.1-inch color LCD touch panel on the GC8000
App.B-3
Notes
Liquid sampling valve
Methane converter (methanizer)
PC analyzer server software
PC software which manages the network and automatically saves
data
Rotary valve
Thermal conductivity detector
A circuit for turning off the heater to prevent overheating
App.B
A valve for switching columns
It uses RV.
Gas for carrying sample gas of the measurement target from the
sample valve to columns and detectors. H2, He, Ar, and N2 are used
as the carrier gas.
A valve for taking in sample gas.
It uses RV (for gas/liquid) or LSV (for liquid).
The intensity of incident light on a plane surface, based on human
perception of brightness
Illuminance of 1 lux is a flux of light of 1 lumen (lm) on a plane
surface of 1 m2. Unit: lx
Consists of an air operation valve and a flow controller.
It limits the flow of hydrogen (300 ml/min for each oven) or shuts
it off. To meet explosion-proof requirements, a regulator must be
installed and provide hydrogen at 500 kPa to the GC8000.
A flow splitter
A balancing valve for sampling gases
This valve can be used for sampling gas.
As the flow rate changes, the compression rate of sample gas
changes, resulting in changes in the sampling volume.
This valve is used to prevent such changes.
Specifically, install this valve before the sample valve measurement
tube and turn it on to stop the flow of sample gas and then turn
on the sample valve. When the pressure in the sample valve
measurement tube reaches equilibrium with atmospheric pressure
at the outlet, turn on the sample valve and start sampling. These
procedures are carried out by setting each valve in the Method
setting.
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Term
Protection Device
Description
A device for detecting a pressure drop in the control unit to turn off
the power supply
The device is installed in a pressure-proof enclosure, and is
denoted differently in respective explosion-proof standards.
FM, CSA: Protection system (Explosionproof enclosure)
ATEX, IECEx: Safety device (Flameproof enclosure)
TIIS: Protection device (Flameproof enclosure)
Pressurized
An enclosure whose internal pressure is kept high with protective
Enclosure
gas (instrumental air)
The electronic section of the control unit and the electronic section
of oven units 1-3 (including EPC enclosure) connect with one
another to form a single pressurized enclosure. A large isothermal
oven and, isothermal oven, or programmed-temperature oven in
each oven unit are independent pressurized enclosures.
Back-flush Valve
A switching valve for back flushing
It uses RV.
Non Explosion-proof General purpose
Fore-flush Valve
A switching valve for fore flushing
It uses RV.
Flame Arrester
A device for protecting against “flame runaway”
It is an explosion-proof device.
Protective gas
Air, Nitrogen, Carbon dioxide
(instrumental air)
Vortex Tube
A cooler which uses compressed air
Manifold Regulator
Mesh Arrestor
Detects FID and FPD.
Utility Gas
This term generally means all gases used in the device such as
protective gas (instrumental air), carrier gas, H2 for FID and FPD
combustion. In the GC8000, it means the following gases except for
protective gas (instrumental air) and carrier gas:
H2 (for combustion)
Air (for combustion)
Make-up gas (H2, He, Ar, N2)
Stream Valve
A valve which switches the streams through which samples of
measurement targets are flowing.
Restrictor
A needle-valve type variable resistor
It controls the flow rate of carrier gas or utility gas.
App.B-4
Notes
n Analysis Terminology
Term
σ (sigma)
Description
This term means standard deviation, and indicates how far
individual data are from the mean.
1 σ: 68% of data are within the mean ±1 σ
2 σ: 95% of data are within the mean ±2 σ
The GC8000 generally ensures that repeatability is ±1% or ±2% of
full scale (2 σ).
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Appendix C Standard Specifications
1. General specifications
Measurable object:
Gas or volatile liquid (400°C or lower
boiling point)
Analysis method:
Gas chromatography
Detector: TCD (thermal conductivity detector)
high-sensitivity TCD
FID (flame ionization detector)
FID with methanizer
FPD (flame photometric detector) (only
for large isothermal oven)
Number of detectors:
Type 1: Maximum of 2
Selectable from TCD: 2, FID: 2,
FID with methanizer: 1, FPD: 1
Type 2: Maximum of 4
Selectable from TCD: 4, FID: 4,
FID with methanizer: 2, FPD: 1
Type 3: Maximum of 6
Selectable from TCD: 6, FID: 6,
FID with methanizer: 3
Type 4: Maximum of 2
Selectable from TCD: 2, FID: 2,
FID with methanizer: 1
Measurable range:
Depends on analysis conditions
TCD:
1 ppm to 100%
FID:
1 ppm to 100%
FID with methanizer: 1 ppm to 0.1%
FPD:
1 ppm to 0.1%
Number of components to be measured:
Maximum of 999 (total number of
components in all streams including
calibration standard sample streams)
Number of streams to be measured:
Maximum of 31 (including calibration
standard sample streams)
Air output for automatic stream switching:
Automatic stream valves can be
directly operated for up to eight
streams;
Code switching circuits are
necessary for nine or more streams.
Note: Applicable only to 1GCM
Contact output for automatic stream switching:
Maximum of 20 points
Analysis period:
Maximum of 21600.0 seconds (six
hours)
Quantifying method:
Absolute calibration, sensitivitycorrected absolute calibration, and
corrected area normalization
Utility gas supply method:
Mechanical pressure regulator: Up to
6 for carrier gasses and up to 12 for
other utility gasses (2 and 4 for each
i-oven)
EPC (electronic pressure controller)
is optionally available. Please consult
with Yokogawa or its Representative
Offices.
Note: For optimal chromatography performance,
Yokogawa recommends the mechanical regulators.
Stable retention times are achieved by using them
with Yokogawa unique air distribution system within
the ovens.
Number of valves:
Type 1: Up to 8
Selectable from 7 Rotary Valves (RV),
1 Liquid-sample Valve (LSV), and 2
Atmospheric Balance Valves (ATM-V)
Number of RV and LSV is 7 or less
Type2: Up to 15
Selectable from 12 RV, 2 LSV, 4 ATM-V
Number of RV and LSV is 12 or less
Type3: Up to 21
Selectable from 15 RV, 3 LSV, 6 ATM-V
Number of RV and LSV is 15 or less
Type 4: Up to 7
Selectable from 5 RV, 1 LSV, 2 ATM-V
Number of RV and LSV is 5 or less
Note: RVs are not available as Liquid-sample Valve, for
ATEX, IECEx and NEPSI applications.
Material of sample-contact parts:
RV:
316SS, Hastelloy-C, Rulon, PTFE
(Teflon, Bearee)
LSV:
316SS, Hastelloy-C, Rulon, Glass,
PTFE (Teflon, Bearee), Fluororubber
(Viton), perfloroelastomer (Kalrez)
Sampling connection:
6 mm or 1/4″ tube (including calibration
standard sample streams)
Maximum of 6 streams (up to 2 for
each isothermal oven)
Note: Only one Liquid-sample Valve can be mounted in
each isothermal oven.
Repeatability: Depends on analysis conditions
Gas sample: ±1% of full scale for measuring
ranges (2σ)
Liquid sample: ±2% of full scale for measuring
ranges (2σ)
Ambient condition during operation:
Depends on analysis conditions
–10 to 50°C, 95%RH or less (no
condensation)
Ambient condition during storage:
–40 to 85°C, no condensation
Installation location:
Maximum altitude of 2000 m
Avoid exposure to wind, rain, sunlight
Safty standard, EMC standard: See next table
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Ex Certification MS code
TIIS
GC8000-T
GC8000-T
/KC *2
ATEX *1
GC8000-A
IECEx *2
GC8000-E
NEPSI *3
GC8000-P
FM
GC8000-F
GC8000-G
CSA
*1:
*2:
*3:
Safety Standard
-
EN 61010-1
EN 61010-2-030
FM 3810: 2005
(ANSI/ISA 61010-1-2004 (82.02.01),
ANSI/ISA-82.02.02-1996 (IEC 61010-2-031))
GC8000-C CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
GC8000-D
*2:
*3:
Analyzer base sampling unit (GCSMP) or base
placed under GC8000-A is not covered by the EUDoC nor the EC Type-examination Certificate.
The empty compartment (base) placed by
Yokogawa to create a Self-standing GC8000-A,
does not impair the compliance of the GC8000-A.
TIIS: Tecnology Institution of Industrial Safety
NEPSI: National Supervision and Inspection
Centre for Explosion Protection and Safety of
Instrumentation
Protection degree of enclosure:
NEMA3R, Equivalent to IP54 (dust and
water resistant structure)
Display: LCD (or without display) and LED
(POWER/ALARM/RUN)
Operating display unit:
Touch panel (or
without operating display unit)
Coating: Polyurethane baked finish
Main body: Silver gray (Munsell 3.2PB 7.4/1.2
or its equivalent)
Gauge: Mint green (Munsell 5.6BG 3.3/2.9 or
its equivalent)
Weight:
Type 1
Type 2
Type 3
Type 4
EMC standard
EN 61326-1 Class A, Table 2
Influence of immunity environment (Criteria A): Chromatogram ±1 mV
EN 61326-2-3
Korea Electromagnetic Conformity Standard
RCM Mark
-
Analyzer base sampling unit (GCSMP) or base placed under GC8000-A is not covered by the EU-DoC nor the EC Typeexamination Certificate. The empty compartment (base) placed by Yokogawa to create a Self-standing GC8000-A, does not
impair the compliance of the GC8000-A.
The design is based on the safety and EMC standard, though the mark of CE, KC and RCM are not indicated.
The design is based on the safety and EMC standard, though the mark of CE is not indicated.
Type of protection:
Pressurized enclosure and flameproof
enclosure
Certification standard:
FM, CSA, ATEX (DEKRA), IECEx
(DEKRA), TIIS, NEPSI
FM/CSA: Type X Purging and Explosionproof
for Class I, Division 1,Groups B, C
and D. T1 to T4 (Described as FM-X,
CSA-X hereafter)
Type X and Y Pressurization for
Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and
D. T1 to T4 (Described as FM-Y,
CSA-Y hereafter)
ATEX *1: II2G Ex d px IIB+H2 T1...T4 Gb
IECEx: Ex d px IIB+H2 T1...T4 Gb
TIIS *2: Ex pd IIB+H2 T1~T4
NEPSI *3: Ex d px IIB+H2 T1~T4 Gb
*1:
App.C-2
Wall-mounting version Self-standing version
approx. 100 kg
approx. 140 kg
approx. 155 kg
approx. 190 kg
approx. 200 kg
approx. 220 kg
approx. 140 kg
approx. 170 kg
Other functions:
• A real-time clock with back-up
batteries is mounted in the control unit
(except for the TIIS specification).
• Data storage
The GC8000 can save 1 week of
chromatogram data, any chromatogram
data (up to 20 per GCM) 30 days of
analysis results, and 100 calibration
factors. The number of saved data
depends on analysis conditions. Saved
data can be read and displayed on both
the HMI and the PC.
• The GC8000 has a function for
limiting the supply of hydrogen when
the FID/FPD flame is extinguished.
2. Element Specifications
2.1 Isothermal Oven
Volume:
Large isothermal oven:
Approximately 45 L
Standard isothermal oven: Approximately 31 L
Oven temperature range:
55 to 225°C (Temperature can be set
in one-degree step.)
Temperature stability: ±0.03°C *
Temperature control: PID
Temperature sensor: Pt100 Ω RTD
Other functions:
Over-heating prevention function
2.2 Programmed Temperature Oven
Volume: Approximately 11 L
Temperature setting method:
Constant or programmed
Oven temperature range:
With cooler: 5 to 320°C
Without cooler:
60 to 320°C
Heating rate: 1 to 30°C/min (Temperature can
be set in one-degree step.)
Heating program number:
Up to 3
Temperature stability: ±0.03°C at a control point
in the steady state. *
Stability to ambient temperature:
±0.1°C/10°C *
Stability to supply voltage variation:
±0.03°C/10% *
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Temperature control: PID
Temperature sensor: Pt100 Ω RTD
Other functions:
Over-heating prevention function
2.3 Liquid-sample Valve with Vaporizer
Sample pressure:
0 to 3 MPa
Sample temperature: 150°C or lower
Sample volume:
0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, and 3 μL
Vaporizing section:
LSV temperature range:
Oven temperature +5 to 250°C
Temperature stability:
±1°C *
Temperature control:
PID
Temperature sensor:
Pt100 Ω RTD
Other functions:
Over-heating prevention function
*:
Reference value
3. Utility
3.1 Power
Power supply:
Type 1, 2, 3: 100/110/115/120/200/220/230/240
V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±5%
Type 4: 200/220/230/240 V AC ±10%, 50/60
Hz ±5%
Note: Depends on analysis conditions.
Protection devices, such as a breaker, are required
to avoid overcurrent.
Wiring method:
FM/CSA: Conduit wiring (3/4NPT(F))
ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI:
Cable packing
(G3/4(F), 3/4NPT(F), M25x1.5(F))
TIIS:
Cable packing (G3/4(F), 3/4NPT(F))
Note: Cable packing for TIIS is provided by Yokogawa.
Other conduit wiring or cable packing should be
prepared by the user.
Wiring connection:
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Explosion proof enclosure
FM-Y, CSA-Y: Control unit
Maximum rated power:
Type 1: 0.8 to 1.6 kVA
Type 2: 1.4 to 2.9 kVA
Type 3: 2.0 to 4.3 kVA
Type 4: 1.8 to 3.7 kVA
3.2 Utility gas
Note: It may vary depending on application.
3.2.1
Instrument air
Pressure: 350 to 900 kPa
500 to 900 kPa (with FPD)
350 to 900 kPa (Programmed
temperature oven without cooler)
500 to 900 kPa (Programmed
temperature oven with cooler)
Maximum flowrate:
Type 1:
140 L/min
Type1 with FPD: 440 L/min
Type 2:
210 L/min
Type2 with FPD: 510 L/min
Type 3:
280 L/min
Type 4: Depend on the specification
App.C-3
210 L/min or more (Without cooler and
immediate cooling function)
600 L/min or more (Without cooler with
immediate cooling function)
510 L/min or more (With cooler without
immediate cooling function)
510 L/min or more (With cooler and
immediate cooling function)
Temperature: –10 to 50°C
Dew point: –20°C or lower (condensation of
compressed air must be avoided at the
ambient temperature.)
Oil:
5 ppm or less
Cleanliness: Must be free from dust, corrosive
elements, and toxic elements.
Connection:
Type 1, 2, 3: Rc1/4 or 1/4NPT (F)
Type 4: Rc1/2 or 1/2NPT (F)
3.2.2 Carrier gas, combustion gas for FID/FPD,
make-up gas for FID/FPD
Types: H2, N2, He, or Ar
Purity:
Measuring range from 0 to 50 ppm or more:
99.99% minimum (water: 10 ppm or
less, organic components: 5 ppm or
less)
Measuring range from 0 to less than 50 ppm:
99.999% minimum (water: 5 ppm or
less, organic components: 0.1 ppm
or less)
Pressure:
H2:
500 ±20 kPa (72.5 ±2.9 psi) (Must be
supplied at this pressure to meet the
explosion-proof certification.)
Other than H2:
400 to 700 kPa
Consumption:
60 to 300 mL/min per isothermal oven
Connection: 6 mm or 1/4″ tube
3.2.3
Combustion air for FID/FPD:
Purity:
Measuring range from 0 to 50 ppm or more:
water: 10 ppm or less,
organic components: 5 ppm or less
Measuring range from 0 to less than 50 ppm:
water: 5 ppm or less,
organic components: 0.1 ppm or less
Pressure: 400 to 700 kPa
Consumption:
Approximately 300 mL/min per detector
Connection: 6 mm or 1/4″ tube
4. Input and Output Specifications
Wiring method:
FM, CSA: Conduit wiring (3/4NPT(F))
ATEX, IECEx, NEPSI:
Cable packing
(G3/4(F), 3/4NPT(F), M25x1.5(F))
TIIS:
Cable packing (G3/4(F), 3/4NPT(F)),
Sealing fitting (only for Ethernet cable)
Note: Cable packing for TIIS is provided by Yokogawa.
Other conduit wiring or cable packing should be
prepared by the user.
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Wiring connection:
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Contact outputs for System Alarm 1, Annunciator:
Explosion proof enclosure
Other I/Os: Control unit
FM-Y, CSA-Y:
All I/Os: Control unit
4.1 Communication
4.1.1 Connection to Analyzer network
Included as standard.
Communication standard:
Ethernet
Connection type:
IEEE802.3U
100Base-TX (RJ-45 shielded twisted
pair cable) or 100Base-FX (SC fiberoptics cable)
Channel: 1 or 2
Protocol: TCP/IP, FTP
Data to be transmitted:
Analysis results, calibration factors,
alarms, status, and chromatogram
Data to be received:
Operation requests (stream sequence
setting, stream setting, run, stop,
pause, and range change)
Device to be connected:
PCAS, ASET, ASGW, GC8000 (LCD),
OPC through FCN/FCJ, and GCVT
through PCAS
External I/O Cutoff Output:
Number of outputs: 2
Function: Monitoring the purge air pressure
in the electronics section, applying
power (24 V DC) to the signal
interrupter when the state is normal.
Signal interrupter (Rack-mounted type:
K9806AA, Desktop type:K9806AB):
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Additionally required (only with
twisted pair cables). Signal is
interrupted by power supply OFF
signals from the external I/O cutoff
output.
FM-Y, CSA-Y: Not required
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
4.1.2
Connection to DCS
Both Ethernet and Serial communication are
available.
(1) Ethernet communication
The same port as analyzer network is used.
Refer to 4.1.1 Connection to Analyzer network.
Communication standard:
Ethernet
Protocol: Modbus/TCP
Communication speed:
100Mbps
Number of DCS connections: Maximum of 4
(2) Serial communication (Option)
Channnel: 1 or 2
Communication standard: RS-422
Transmission: Full duplex (4-wire system)
App.C-4
Protocol: Modbus, Y-Protocol (GC1000/GC8,
GC6 and BTU for Japan)
Note: Concurrent usage of Y-Protocol is not available.
Start-stop (asynchronous) communication:
Start bit 1, Data bits 7 (ASCII)/Data
bits 8 (RTU), Parity bit 1, Stop bit 1
Parity check: Odd/even/none
Communication speed:
1200/2400/4800/9600/19200/38400
bps
Transmission mode:
ASCII or RTU
Note: Only the ASCII format is used in the Y-Protocol.
Communication control:
None/handshake
Data to be transmitted:
Analysis results, calibration factors,
and alarms
Data to be received:
Operation requests (stream sequence
setting, stream setting, run, stop,
pause, and range change)
External I/O Cutoff Output:
Number of outputs: 1 or 2
Function: Monitoring the purge air pressure
in the electronics section, applying
power (24 V DC) to the signal
interrupter/the communication
converter when the state is normal.
Signal interrupter (Rack-mounted type:
K9806AE):
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Additionally required.
RS-422 is outputed signal is
interrupted by power supply OFF
signals from the external I/O cutoff
output.
FM-Y, CSA-Y: Not required
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
Communication converter (Rack-mounted type:
K9806AS, Desktop type: K9806AT):
RS-422/232C communication
converter with signal interrupter
function.
Signal is interrupted by power supply
OFF signals from the external I/O
cutoff output.
Note: Two units are required for 2 channel communication.
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
4.1.3
Connection to GCCU MarkII (GC Computing Unit)
Both Ethernet and Serial communication are
available.
Note: Applicable only to 1GCM
Note: Analog hold output in the analog output function
cannot coexist with the GCCU communication.
(1) Ethernet communication
The same port as analyzer network is used.
Refer to 4.1.1 Connection to Analyzer network.
Communication standard:
Ethernet
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Protocol: Modbus over TCP
Communication speed:
100Mbps
(2) Serial communication (Option)
Channel: 1
Communication standard:
RS-422
Transmission: Full duplex (4-wire system)
Protocol: Modbus
Start-stop (asynchronous) communication:
Start bit 1, Data bits 7, Parity bit 1, Stop
bit 1
Parity check: Even
Communication speed:
9600 bps
Data format: ASCII
Communication control:
None
Terminal: Terminal connection (Phoenix terminal)
External I/O Cutoff Output:
Number of outputs: 1
Function: Monitoring the purge air pressure
in the electronics section,
applying power (24 V DC) to the
communication converter when the
state is normal.
Communication converter (Rack-mounted type:
K9806AS, Desktop type: K9806AT):
RS-422/232C communication
converter with signal interrupter
function.
Signal is interrupted by power supply
OFF signals from the external I/O
cutoff output.
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
4.2 Input/Output
System alarm 1 and Annunciator are provided as
standard contact outputs. Other Input/Output can
be added depending on specifications.
Note: Up to 5 optional cards are selectable.
Note: The maximum number of the contact inputs is 32
and outputs is 20, with any combination of contact
input cards, contact output cards, and contact I/O
cards.
4.2.1
App.C-5
Contact Output for System Alarm 1
Number of contact outputs: 1
Function: Activated when Level 1 alarm occurs.
Contact specification:
Relay contact output, c-contact (NC/
NO/COM)
Contact rating:
30 V DC, 100 mA
Contact operation: Open/Close
Contact
System alarm
Between NC and Between NO and
COM terminals
COM terminals
Activated
Open
Not activated
Close
Close
Open
Power supply: OFF
Open
Close
4.2.2
Contact Output for Annunciator
Number of contact outputs: 1
Function: Outputting the state of the purge air
pressure in the isothermal oven and
the electronics section (State 1 or
State 2)
State 1: Outputting the states of override
mode ON, power supply of the
analyzer OFF, purging, or insufficient
pressure
State 2: Outputting the state after the purge
Contact specification:
Relay contact output, c-contact (NC/
NO/COM)
Contact rating:
30 V DC, 100 mA
Contact operation: Open/Close
Contact
4.2.3
Annunciator Output
Between NC and Between NO and
COM terminals
COM terminals
State 1
Open
State 2
Close
Close
Open
Power supply: OFF
Open
Close
Analog Output (Option, Up to 4 cards)
Number of outputs:
8 per card, maximum of 32
Signal type: 4 to 20 mA DC
Isolation: Channel isolation, system isolation
(selectable)
Load:
300 Ω or less
Output Types:
Analysis results (analog hold output)/
Chromatogram output
The maximum number of outputs
is 32 analog hold outputs, and 8
chromatogram outputs even in multianalog output card.
Note: The analog hold output cannot coexist with GCCU
communication (but the chromatogram output can
coexist with GCCU communication).
Output range: Any setting is possible within the
measuring range. Auto gain can be set
for chromatogram output.
4.2.4
Analog Input (Option, Up to 4 cards)
Number of inputs:
4 per card, maximum of 16
Signal types: 1 to 5 V DC, 4 to 20 mA DC
Input signal range: 0.6 to 5.4 V DC, 2.4 to
21.6 mA DC
Note: This value shows effective conversion range.
Max. Rating of transient overvoltage: ±100 V
Isolation: Channel isolation
Accuracy: ±0.5% of full scale (–10 to 50°C)
Input types: Analysis results (e.g. other
analyzers), temperature (e.g. ambient
temperature), pressure, etc.
Function: The following values can be output
by Modbus protocol in the DCS
communication after computing input
values.
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Average value:
The one-second average of analog
values measured at every 200 msec
and filtered by a predetermined
constant
Current value:
The value at the time set in a cycle
time
External I/O Cutoff Output:
Number of outputs: 1
Function: Monitoring the purge air pressure
in the electronics section, applying
power (24 V DC) to the signal
interrupter when the state is normal.
Signal interrupter (Rack-mounted type:
K9806AE):
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Additionally required. Signal is
interrupted by power supply OFF
signals from the external I/O cutoff
output.
FM-Y, CSA-Y: Not required
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
The same number unit of the signal interrupter as
input card is required.
4.2.5
Contact Output (Option, Up to 4 cards)
Number of contacts: 5 per card, maximum of 20
Function: The following settings are possible at
each contact point.
Stream sequence:
Outputs when the specified stream
sequence is operated.
Stream: Outputs when the specified stream is
operated.
Operation mode:
Outputs when the specified operation
mode is operated.
Alarm:
System alarm:
Outputs when the system alarm
occurs.
Composition Alarm:
Outputs when the concentration
alarm or the retention time alarm
occurs.
Timing: Outputs at the time to be set.
Calibration/Validation:
Outputs when the specified
calibration or validation is operated.
Stream valve selection:
Output for the external sampling
equipment, up to 31.
Stream identifying:
Output for the analog hold output, up
to 5 points per 1 GCM (5 bits, up to 31
streams)
Contact specifications:
SSR or Relay contact output, c-contact
(NO, NC, COM)
App.C-6
Contact rating:
SSR contact output:
100 to 240 V AC, max. 2 A (Load),
Relay contact output:
24 V DC, max. 2A (Load)
Contact operation: ON/OFF operation
Contact state: Selectable from Open or Close on
operation (Open when power supply is
turned off.)
External I/O Cutoff Output:
Number of outputs: 1
Function: Monitoring the purge air pressure
in the electronics section, applying
power (24 V DC) to the signal
interrupter when the state is normal.
Signal interrupter (Rack-mounted type, AC:
K9806AN, DC:K9806AJ):
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Additionally required. Signal is
interrupted by power supply OFF
signals from the external I/O cutoff
output.
FM-Y, CSA-Y: Not required
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
The same number unit of the signal interrupter as
contact output card is required.
4.2.6
Contact Input (Option, Up to 4 cards)
4.2.7
Contact Input/Output (Option, Up to 4 cards)
Number of contacts: 8 per card, maximum of 32
Function: The following settings are possible at
each contact point.
Alarm: Occurrence of external contact alarm
(level 2 or 3)
Stream sequence: Performing the specified
stream sequence
Stream (continuous):
Measuring the
specified stream continuously
Stream (once):
Measuring the specified
stream one time
Calibration/Validation:
Calibrating or
validating the specified stream
Operation mode: Changing the operation
mode (run, pause, stop)
Range change:
Changing the stream and peak
ranges
Contact specifications:
Zero voltage contact input
Contact rating:
5 V DC, 20 mA or more
Input signal:
Open signal: Input load 100 kΩ or more
Close signal: Input load 200 Ω or less
Operation on input: NC or NO (selectable)
Number of contacts:
3 for input and 3 for output per card,
maximum of 12 for input and output
each
Function, Contact specification, Contact rating,
Operation specification:
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Contact output:
The same functions as in “4.2.5
Contact Output”
Contact input:
The same functions as in
“4.2.6 Contact Input”
External I/O Cutoff Output:
Number of outputs: 1
Function: Monitoring the purge air pressure
in the electronics section, applying
power (24 V DC) to the signal
interrupter when the state is normal.
Signal interrupter (Rack-mounted type,
AC:K9806AN, DC:K9806AJ):
FM-X, CSA-X, ATEX, IECEx, TIIS, NEPSI:
Additionally required. Signal is
interrupted by power supply OFF
signals from the external I/O cutoff
output (contact output only).
FM-Y, CSA-Y: Not required
Note: For installation in hazardous area, an explosionproof
structure authenticated by a relevant certified body
shall be prepared by customer.
The same number unit of the signal interrupter as
contact output card is required.
4.3 Air output
Atmospheric balance valve:
Number of points:
Maximum of 6 (1 for a GCM, up to 2
for an isothermal oven)
Pressure: 350 kPa
Connection:
6 mm or 1/4″ tube, the
pressure control section of the oven
unit
Stream switching valve:
Up to eight automatic valve streams:
Number of points: Maximum of 8 points
Pressure: 350 kPa
Output method: 1 to 1 output
Nine or more automatic valve streams (Note:
Applicable only to 1GCM):
Number of points: 4 points (4 bits, 1 to 15
streams) or 5 points (5 bits, 16 to 31
streams)
Pressure: 350 kPa
Output method: Binary code output
Connection:
6 mm or 1/4″ tube, the pressure
control section of the oven unit
4.4 User Programming (Option, Up to 1 unit)
The following functions can be set:
• Calculation of analysis results
• Changing operation mode
• ON/OFF operation of DO
• Reading states of DI, AI
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5. Communication converter/Signal interrupter
Weight: Approximately 500g
Installation location: Non hazardous area (For
installation in hazardous area, an
explosionproof structure authenticated
by a relevant certified body shall be
prepared by customer.)
Ambient condition during operation:
-10 to 50°C, 95 % RH or less (no
condensation)
Ambient condition during storage:
-40 to 85°C, no condensation
Safty standard: EN 61010-1
CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
UL Std. No.61010-1
EMC standard: EN 61326-1 Class A, Table 2
(For use in industrial locations)
Korea Electromagnetic Conformity
Standard
RCM (C-Tick) Mark
5.1 Communication converter
• RS-422/RS-232C converter:
(Rack-mounted type: K9806AS, Desktop
type: K9806AT)
Number of port:
1
Communication speed:
maximum of
38400bps
Power supply:
24 V DC (Supplied from
External I/O Cutoff Output of Serial
communication card in GC8000)
Earth: Functional earth
Other function:
Signal interrupter function
5.2 Signal interrupter
• For Ethernet twisted pair cables:
(Rack-mounted type: K9806AA, Desktop
type: K9806AB)
Number of port:
2
Communication speed:
maximum of
100Mbps
Power supply:
24 V DC (Supplied from
External I/O Cutoff Output of CPU
board in GC8000)
Earth: Functional earth
• For RS-422 output:
K9806AE
• For analog input:
K9806AE
Number of port:
2
Communication speed:
maximum of
38400bps
Power supply:
24 V DC (Supplied from
External I/O Cutoff Output of Serial
communication card in GC8000)
Earth: Functional earth
Number of input:
4
Input current: 4 to 20 mA DC
Input voltage: 1 to 5 V DC
Power supply:
24 V DC (Supplied from
External I/O Cutoff Output of Analog
input card in GC8000)
Earth: Functional earth
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• For contact output (AC):
K9806AN
• For contact output (DC):
K9806AJ
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Number of output: 5
Rated input: 240 V AC, 2A DC
Power supply:
24 V DC (Supplied from
External I/O Cutoff Output of Contact
output card in GC8000)
Earth: Protective earth
Number of output: 5
Rated input: 30 V DC, 2A DC
Power supply:
24 V DC (Supplied from
External I/O Cutoff Output of Contact
output card in GC8000)
Earth: Functional earth
n GENERAL
A Process Gas Chromatograph analyzes a vapor
or volatile liquid sample and then separates the
various chemical components in the sample
for individual detection and measurement. The
discrete separation and positive identification of
components and measurement of the composition
enables the process gas chromatograph to be
one of the few analyzer types available that
minimizes the likelihood of cross interference
during measurement. It also allows the analyzer
to measure multiple chemical compounds during
each analysis to levels that reach parts-permillion and even parts-per-billion levels. These
performance characteristics are what have made
the process gas chromatograph the workhorse of
the on-line chemical analysis industry.
n FEATURES
n High-speed analysis with multi-oven structure
The multi-oven and multi-detector structure
with simultaneous analysis settings enables
each component to be measured under optimal
conditions.
This feature reduces the analysis time and allows
configurations to be tailored to the customers’
needs.
n Improved operation with a large touch panel
A 12.1-inch color LCD touch panel mounted on
the operating display unit of the main body offers
enhanced visibility and interface.
The screen displays of the main body and the
PC are kept consistent to achieve intuitive, easy
operations and quick acquisition of various
information.
n High reliability
Since first releasing gas chromatographs in
1959, Yokogawa has developed a reputation of
dependable performance among customers. The
GC8000, with its main parts such as detectors
and valves embodying our long experience
and know-how, delivers outstanding reliability.
Furthermore, many of the serviceable parts
are compatible with those used in previous GC
models.
n Improved functionality
The GC8000 offers improved functionality with the
following functions:
Reanalysis of chromatograms:
This function analyzes and verifies the
chromatogram data saved in the PC, to
ensure the data is reliable.
Data converting to the EZChrom software:
This function shares data with the customer’s
other analyzers, for consistent management
of various analysis results and securing
traceability.
User programming:
This function can be tailored to the
customer’s exact requirements, such as a
customized reports or sophisticated analysis
routines.
n EXAMPLE OF APPLICATIONS IN
INDUSTRIES
The gas chromatograph can be used for
monitoring and quality control in the following
industries and applications.
l Petrochemicals:
ethylene, polypropylene, polyethylene,
BTX, butadiene, vinyl chloride, styrene,
alcohol, aldehyde, ester, and vinyl
acetate
l Petroleum refining:
distillation point analysis, PINA/PIONA
analysis, FCC, sulfur recovery
l Chemistry: chlorides, fluorine compounds,
formalin, methanol, urea, ammonia,
phenol
l Electric power/gas:
fuel gas, exhaust gases, coal
gasification/liquefaction, fuel cell
l Iron and steel:
blast furnace, coke oven
l Air plant: organic/inorganic gas analyses
l Chemicals: chemicals, agricultural chemicals
l Environmental monitoring:
air/soil pollution monitoring, plant/work
environmental analyses, analyses (VOC)
The GC8000 can also be used for many
other applications.
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Appendix D Action of External Input and
Output Signals
n Analog output
There are two types of analog output. The maximum number of outputs depends on the type of
outputs.
Analog hold output
Output of analysis results
Up to 32 outputs (8 per card)
The output range can be arbitrarily set within the measurement range.
Note: cannot coexist with GCCU-MarkII (serial) communication.
Chromatogram output Output of chromatograms
Up to 8 outputs
The same detector number can be assigned to multiple A/Os.
The auto gain and auto zero can be set for each detector.
Note: can coexist with GCCU-MarkII (serial) communication.
(1) Analog Hold Output
This is a function to output analysis results as A/O.
The A/O range can be arbitrarily set within the measurement range in the individual peak setting
by using partial settings.
Some partial settings of the measurement range and A/O values are shown in Table 1.
Table 1
A/O value
Individual peak setting
A/O range
Concentration
Concentration Current Voltage
Current Voltage
Stream Measurement
(ppm)
Partial setting
(ppm)
(mA)
(V)
(mA)
(V)
- peak range (ppm)
1.000
1000.000
20
5
#1-#1
1000
800.000
16.8
4.2
0.000
0.000
4
1
0.800
900.000
20
5
#2-#1
1000
800.000
14.7
3.7
0.500
600.000
4
1
*
Voltage of 1 to 5 V is converted from electric current of 4 to 20 mA using a 250-ohm shunt resistor.
In setting the analog hold output, the number of output analysis values and output actions are
different when an actual stream is set and when “99” is set for the output stream number. Actions
of contact output are different whether a contact output is used or not as a stream identification
signal.
Analog hold output
When an actual stream number is set for
the output stream number, up to 2 analysis
values (different streams) are output.
When “99” is set for the output stream
number, an analysis value is output for every
stream that belongs to the GCM.
Without a stream identification signal
With a stream identification signal
With a stream identification signal
(No other option)
A stream identification signal is a binary-coded stream number which is encoded by turning on
and off multiple contact outputs. To use the stream identification signal as a stream identification
flag, which informs upper systems of the update of A/O, as many D/Os as the streams are
required to be initially prepared.
For calibration (or validation) streams, the stream identification signal output is initially set to
“Exist” or “None.” It is set to “Exist” at shipment unless otherwise specified.
• Output exists for calibration (or validation)
• No output for calibration (or validation):
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Holds the stream identification signal of the latest measured stream other than calibration or
validation.
Actions of analog output and contact output are described in (2) through (4) below. For actions of
contact output other than stream identification signals, see the Contact Output.
l When Actual Stream is Set for Output Stream Number (without Stream
Identification Signal)
Select Normal output for the AO chromatogram on the A/O setting screen to open the analog
hold output (analysis result output) setting screen (Figure 1). Specify the GCM number, output
stream number, peak number, and the upper and lower limits of the partial range for the peak of
which analysis results are to be output.
When an actual stream number is set for the output stream number, up to 2 analysis values of
different streams are output.
Set the stream identification signal output to “None” for each GCM (Figure 2).
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Setup
(1/2)
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - GCM number 1
- AO Chromatogram Normal output
- #1 Output stream 1 (STR1)
#1 Output peak 1 (H2)
- #1 Percent span offset 1.000
- #1 Percent zero offset 0.000
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1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Setup
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - #2 Output stream 2 (STR2)
#2 Output peak 1 (H2)
- #2 Percent span offset 0.900
- #2 Percent zero offset 0.600
(2/2)
Menu
Status
Slot#
AO#
Menu
Status
Slot#
AO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 1 Analog Hold Output: Example of Actual Streams to be set for output stream number (A/O
Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM Setup
(2/2)
GCM # 1
> - ATM valve number 1-1
Strm identifying None
- 1st num StrIdentify DO Slot #5 -#1
- 1st num StrValve 1
- Stream valve num 4
- Distillation None
Menu
GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 2 Stream Identification Signal Output: None (GCM Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
Table 2 shows an example of analog output settings.
Figure 3 illustrates respective actions.
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Table 2
A/O1
A/O2
A/O3
A/O4
A/O5
A/O6
A/O7
A/O8
Example of Analog Output Settings
Output stream #1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
Stream 1
End of Analysis
*1
Output peak #1
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
Output stream #2
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
Stream 2
End of Analysis
*1
Output peak #2
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
None
Stream 1
End of Analysis
*1
Stream 2
End of Analysis
*1
AO1
AO2
Analog Hold Output
AO3
AO4
AO5
AO6
AO7
AO8
End of Analysis: Time when the final peak detection is completed or peak detection stop time.
*1:
One to two seconds (depending on analysis specifications)
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End of Analysis:
End of peak detection time in SYS method
*1:
One to two seconds (depending on analysis specifications)
Figure 3 Example of Actions of Analog Output
l When Actual Stream is Set for Output Stream Number (with Stream
Identification Signal)
Select Normal output for the AO chromatogram on the A/O setting screen to open the analog
hold output (analysis result output) setting screen (Figure 1). Specify the GCM number, output
stream number, peak number, and the upper and lower limits of the partial range for the peak of
which analysis results are to be output.
Table 3 and Figure 4 show the settings for one GCM with six streams where a stream
identification signal is used.
Table 4 and Figure 5 show the settings for two GCMs with three streams each where a stream
identification signal is used.
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Table 3
Example of Stream Identification Signal Settings for One GCM with Six Streams
GCM1 SLOT4 D/O1
D/O2
D/O3
D/O4
Stream valve number
*
*
*
GCM1
Stream 1
Stream 2
Stream 3
Stream 4
Stream 5
Stream 6
STR1
STR2
VAL1
VAL2
CAL1
CAL2
Measurement Measurement Validation Validation Calibration Calibration
Stream
Stream
Stream
Stream
Stream
Stream
identification identification identification identification identification identification
flag
flag
flag
flag
flag
flag
1
0
1
0
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
2
3
4
3
4
Select Up to 7 streams and Starting D/O number for stream identification: 4-1 for GCM1. Use one D/O card (5 ch).
The starting stream valve number and number of stream valves of GCM1 are “1” and “6,” respectively.
The above settings are for the case where output exists for calibration (or validation) streams.
In the case where output dose not exists for calibration (or validation), the stream identification signal of the latest measured
stream other than calibration or validation streams is held.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM Setup
(2/2)
GCM # 1
> - ATM valve number 1-1
Strm identifying Up to 7 streams
- 1st num StrIdentify DO Slot #4 -#1
- 1st num StrValve 1
- Stream valve num 6
- Distillation None
Menu
GCM#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 4 Stream Identification Signal Output: Exist (GCM Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
Table 4
Example of Stream Identification Signal Settings for Two GCMs with Three Streams Each
GCM1 SLOT4 D/O1
D/O2
D/O3
D/O4
GCM2 SLOT5 D/O1
D/O2
D/O3
D/O4
Stream valve number
*
*
*
*
*
GCM1
GCM2
Stream 1
Stream 2
Stream 3
Stream 4
Stream 5
Stream 6
STR1
VAL1
CAL1
STR2
VAL2
CAL2
Measurement Validation Calibration Measurement Validation Calibration
Stream
Stream
Stream
identification identification identification
flag
flag
flag
1
0
1
0
1
1
0
0
0
Stream
Stream
Stream
identification identification identification
flag
flag
flag
0
1
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
4
5
5
Select Up to 7 streams and Starting D/O number for stream identification: 4-1 for GCM1. Use one D/O card (5 ch).
Select Up to 7 streams and Starting D/O number for stream identification: 5-1 for GCM2. Use one D/O card (5 ch).
The starting stream valve number and number of stream valves of GCM1 are “1” and “3,” respectively.
The starting stream valve number and number of stream valves of GCM2 are “4” and “3,” respectively.
The above settings are for the case where output exists for calibration (or validation).
In the case where output does not exist for calibration (or validation), the stream identification signal of the most recently
measured stream other than calibration or validation is held.
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1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM Setup
(2/2)
GCM # 1
> - ATM valve number 1-1
Strm identifying Up to 7 streams
- 1st num StrIdentify DO Slot #4 -#1
- 1st num StrValve 1
- Stream valve num 3
- Distillation None
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
GCM Setup
(2/2)
GCM # 1
> - ATM valve number 1-2
Strm identifying Up to 7 streams
- 1st num StrIdentify DO Slot #5 -#1
- 1st num StrValve 4
- Stream valve num 3
- Distillation None
Menu
GCM# Menu
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 5 Stream Identification Signal Output: Exist (GCM Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
GCM#
F6
Table 5 shows an example of analog output settings.
Figure 6 illustrates respective actions.
Table 5
A/O1
A/O2
A/O3
A/O4
Example of Analog Output Settings
Output stream #1
1
1
1
1
Stream 1
End of Analysis
*1
4s
Output peak #1
1
2
3
4
Output stream #2
2
2
2
2
Stream 2
End of Analysis
2s
*1
4s
Output peak #2
1
2
3
4
Stream 1
End of Analysis
2s
*1
4s
Stream 2
End of Analysis
2s
*1
4s
2s
Analog Hold Output
AO1
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AO2
AO3
AO4
Contact Output
DO3
(Stream
identification
flag)
DO4
(Stream
identification
signal)
DO5
(Stream
identification
signal)
End of Analysis: Time when the final peak detection is completed or peak detection stop time.
*1:
One to two seconds (depending on analysis specifications)
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End of Analysis:
End of peak detection time in SYS method
*1:
One to two seconds (depending on analysis specifications)
Figure 6
Example of Actions of Analog Output
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l When “99” is Set for Output Stream Number (with Stream Identification Signal)
Select Normal output for the AO chromatogram on the A/O setting screen to open the analog
hold output (analysis result output) setting screen (Figure 5.37).
To output an analysis value for all the streams that belong to the GCM, specify the GCM number
and set the output stream number to “99.” Next, specify the peak number as well as the upper
and lower limits of the partial range. The #2 output peak setting is invalid.
When “99” is specified for the stream number, be sure to use contact output as a stream
identification signal.
For an example of settings in the case where a stream identification signal is used, see 6.1.3.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Setup
(1/2)
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - GCM number 1
- AO Chromatogram Normal output
- #1 Output stream 99 (
)
#1 Output peak 1 (
)
- #1 Percent span offset 1.000
- #1 Percent zero offset 0.000
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Setup
(2/2)
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - #2 Output stream ** (
)
#2 Output peak ** (
)
- #2 Percent span offset 1.000
- #2 Percent zero offset 0.000
Menu
Status
Slot#
AO#
Menu
Status
Slot#
AO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 7 Analog Hold Output: Analysis Result of All the Streams that Belong to the GCM (A/O Setting
Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
Table 6 and 7 show an example of analog output settings.
Figure 8 illustrates respective actions.
Table 6
Peak 1
Peak 2
Peak 3
Peak 4
Table 7
A/O1
A/O2
A/O3
A/O4
Conditions of Peaks for Streams
Stream 1 Stream 2 Stream 3
Exist
Exist
Exist
Exist
None
Exist
Exist
Exist
None
Exist
None
Exist
Example of Analog Output Settings
Output stream #1
99
99
99
99
Output peak #1
1
2
3
4
Output stream #2
None
None
None
None
Output peak #2
None
None
None
None
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Stream 1
End of Analysis
*1
4s
Stream 2
End of Analysis
2s
*1
4s
Stream 1
End of Analysis
2s
*1
4s
Stream 2
End of Analysis
2s
*1
4s
2s
Analog Hold Output
AO1
AO2
AO3
AO4
Contact Output
DO1
(Stream
identification
flag)
DO2
(Stream
identification
signal)
DO3
(Stream
identification
signal)
End of Analysis: Time when the final peak detection is completed or peak detection stop time.
*1:
One to two seconds (depending on analysis specifications)
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End of Analysis:
End of peak detection time in SYS method
*1:
One to two seconds (depending on analysis specifications)
Figure 8 Example of Actions of Analog Output
(2) Chromatogram Output
This is a function to output chromatograms as A/O.
Up to eight outputs are available. One detector number (DET1-1, 1-2, 2-1, 2-2, 3-1, or 3-2) is
set for one A/O. The same detector number can be assigned to multiple A/Os. The auto gain
and auto zero can be set for each detector. Settings are specified the detector signal setting
screen and the individual peak setting screen. These settings relate not only to the display of A/O
chromatograms but also to that of HMI and ASET chromatograms.
l Data Display Cycle
The A/O chromatogram data display cycle varies depending on the sample rate specified for the
detector signal.
Sample rate (ms)
40
80
160
*
A/O chromatogram data display cycle (ms)
80 (A chromatogram data is extracted every 80 ms from the main unit.)
80
160
The HMI chromatogram data display cycle is the same as above.
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l Response Delay of Signal Height (mV)
The signal height of A/O chromatograms is displayed with a response delay of approx. 70 %
compared with HMI and ASET chromatograms.
Table 8
Example of Response Delay of Signal Height of A/O Chromatograms
Time (s) ASET chromatogram (mV)
A/O chromatogram (mV)
0.08
0.000
0.16
0.500
(0.00–0.500) × 0.7+0.500 = 0.150
0.24
0.500
(0.500–0.500) × 0.7+0.500 = 0.500
0.32
1.000
(0.500–1.000) × 0.7+1.000 = 0.650
0.40
50.000
(1.000–50.000) × 0.7+50.000 = 15.700
0.48
100.000
(50.000–100.000) × 0.7+100.000 = 65.000
0.56
100.000
(100.000–100.000) × 0.7+100.000 = 100.000
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Setup
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - GCM number *
- AO Chromatogram Det 1-1
- #1 Output stream **
#1 Output peak ***
- #1 Percent span offset *****
- #1 Percent zero offset *****
(1/2)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/O Setup
Slot # 1 AO # 1
> - #2 Output stream **
#2 Output peak ***
- #2 Percent span offset *****
- #2 Percent zero offset *****
Menu
Status
Slot#
AO#
Menu
Status
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
Figure 9 Chromatogram Output (A/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD,)
F4
(2/2)
Slot#
F5
AO#
F6
l Auto Gain
This is a function to change (enlarge or reduce) the display width of chromatogram signals
according to gain values.
The display width is calculated as follows.
Type of chromatogram
Display width of chromatogram signals
HMI and ASET
1000.000 mV/2^[Gain]
A/O
16 mA/2^[Gain]
4 V/2^[Gain] when a 250-ohm shunt resistor is used
Example:
Gain: 5
Display width of HMI and ASET chromatograms:
1000.000 mV / 2^5 = 31.250 mV
Display width of A/O chromatograms: 16 mA / 2^5 = 0.5 mA
4 V / 2^5 = 0.125 V (Shunt resistance: 250 ohm)
There are three types of auto gain function as listed below. The calculation method of the display
width and the relevant types of chromatogram differ among them.
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Type
None
Individual gain
Overall gain
Display width of chromatogram signals
The display width is fixed at 1000.000 mV.
The display width is determined for each peak
using the auto gain value specified for each
individual peak.
The display width is determined at once for all
detectors using the overall gain value specified in
the detector signal setting.
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Relevant chromatogram type
—
A/O chromatogram
HMI chromatogram
ASET chromatogram
A/O chromatogram
HMI chromatogram
l Auto Zero
This is a function to change the zero point of chromatogram signals according to the auto zero
value.
Type
Automatic
acquisition
Auto zero
value
Invalid
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Display width of chromatogram signals
The signal level automatically acquired at the
auto zero time (s) specified in the detector signal
setting is regarded as the zero value.
The auto zero value specified for each individual
peak in the detector signal setting is used.
The zero value is fixed at 0.000 mV.
Detector Setup
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( FID )
> - Filtering const 0.500
- Sample rate 40 ms
- Square root calc req * * * * *
- Flame detect level * * * * *
- Sense set 4.0 mV
- Sense set 10 times
(1/2)
Relevant chromatogram type
A/O chromatogram
HMI chromatogram
A/O chromatogram
HMI chromatogram
—
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Detector Setup
(2/2)
Oven # 1 Det # 1 ( FID )
>
- Auto gain setting Unexecuted
- Full scale value 0
- Auto zero Off
- Auto zero value 0.0000 mV
- Auto zero time 0.0 s
Menu
Oven#
Det#
Menu
Oven#
Det#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 10 Auto Gain and Auto Zero Settings (Detector Signal Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-Specific
(1/5)
Stream #1 Peak #1
Using/Assigned peak num 1 / 10
> - Process (Type) Peak
- Process (Detail) External 3rd
- Name H2
- Execution Excuted
- Synchronize to #01 #001
- Output flag Provided (31001)
- Range number 0
- Auto gain value 4
Menu Copy1 Copy2
Strm# Peak#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 11 Auto Gain Value (Individual Peak Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
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n Analog Input
By using optional A/I cards (up to four cards, four inputs per card), up to 16 inputs can be output
as A/O.
A/I cards can acquire analog information from field instruments (process pressure gauges and
flow meters) and analyzers, which can be calculated with the user program, a new function of the
GC8000.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
Peak Setup-Specific
(1/2)
Peak Setup-Specific
(2/2)
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Stream #1 Peak #1
Stream #1 Peak #1 AI signal 1
Using/Assigned peak num 8 / 10
> - 0% value 200.000
> - Process (Type) AI
- 100% value 400.000
- Process (Detail) AI signal 1
- Action time 100.0 s
- Name Pressure
- SYS number 1
- Execution Excuted
- Synchronize to #01 #001
- Output flag Provided (31001)
- Range number 0
- Auto gain value 0
Menu Copy1 Copy2
Strm# Peak#
Menu Copy1 Copy2
Strm# Peak#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 12 AI Processing (Individual Peak Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Multirange Setup
Range # 1
> - Process (Type) AI
- Process (Detail) AI signal 1
- 0% value 200.000
- 100% value 400.000
Menu
Get
Range#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 13 AI Processing (Multi-Range Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
A/I Setup
Slot # 1 AI # 1
> - Signal name Pressure
- Filter const 1.000
Menu
Status
Slot#
AI#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 14 A/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD
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n Contact Output
As for contact output, by using optional D/O cards (up to four cards, five outputs per card) and by
using optional DI/O cards (up to four cards, three inputs and outputs per card), up to 20 outputs
and up to 12 outputs can be output, respectively.
Specify the settings on the D/O setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD, and then verify the
operation condition on the D/O condition screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD.
The following seven types can be specified for contact output.
• Stream Sequence
• Stream
• Operation Mode
• Alarm
• Timing
• Calibration/Validation
• Stream Valve Switching
l Stream Sequence
The Stream Sequence function of D/O is a function to send out information that a preset stream
sequence number is assigned to each GCM. When a stream number specified for a GCM on
the D/O setting screen is activated, the contact output is turned on regardless of the mode (stop,
pause, or run).
Multiple stream sequence numbers can be set for one contact.
Action in the case where the stream sequence number 1 of the GCM number 1 is set for the
contact number 1 are described below. For example, Table 10 describes the action of D/O1
under the condition of stream sequence and calibration setting shown in Table 9.
Table 9
Example of Stream Sequence Settings and Calibration Setting
Stream sequence 1
Stream sequence 2
1st stream
Stream 1
Stream 4
2nd stream
Stream 2
Stream 5
Calibration Measurement Automatic
stream
frequency
calibration
number
Calibration 1 Stream 7
2
Valid
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3rd stream
Stream 3
Stream 6
Validation Measurement Validation Measurement
stream
frequency
stream
frequency
number
number
after
before
calibration
calibration
0
0
Stream 8
1
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Table 10 Actions of D/O1
Stop to Pause
Stop to Run
Run to Pause
Run to Stop
Run mode of stream sequence 1 to Run mode of
stream sequence 2
Pause mode of stream sequence 1 to Stop mode
of stream sequence 2
Stop mode of stream sequence 1 to Stop mode of
stream sequence 2
Run mode of stream sequence 2 to Run mode of
stream sequence 1
Pause mode of stream sequence 2 to Stop mode
of stream sequence 1
Stop mode of stream sequence 2 to Stop mode of
stream sequence 1
Run mode of stream sequence 1 to Run mode of
stream specification 1
Pause mode of stream sequence 1 to Stop mode
of stream specification 1
Stop mode of stream sequence 1 to Stop mode of
stream specification 1
Run mode of stream sequence 1 to Calibration/
Validation
Pause mode of stream sequence 1 to Calibration/
Validation
Stop mode of stream sequence 1 to Calibration/
Validation
In the status of stream
sequence 1
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Always On for the specified stream sequence
regardless of the mode
Turned Off for stream sequences other than the
specified stream sequence regardless of the mode
Turned On for the specified stream sequence
regardless of the mode
Turned Off for stream sequences other than the
specified stream sequence regardless of the mode
Turned Off when analysis starts for the calibration/
validation stream
Turned Off when the warming up time starts for the
calibration/validation stream
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
D/O Setup
(1/2)
D/O Setup
(2/2)
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Slot # 1 DO # 1
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Stream sequence
> - Stream sequence 7 Off
- GCM number 1
- Stream sequence 8 Off
- Stream sequence 1 On
- Stream sequence 2 Off
- Stream sequence 3 Off
- Stream sequence 4 Off
- Stream sequence 5 Off
- Stream sequence 6 Off
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 15 Process Specification: Stream Sequence (D/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Stream
The Stream function of D/O is a function to send out information that a specified stream is
in the run or pause mode. When a stream set on the D/O setting screen is in operation, the
contact output is turned On regardless of the measurement status (stream sequence or stream
specification).
Actions in the case where the stream number 1 is specified for the contact number 1 are
described below. For example, Table 11 describes the action of D/O1 under the condition of
stream sequence and calibration setting shown in Table 9.
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Table 11
Stop to Pause
In the status of stream
sequence 1 or stream
specification 1
Stop to Run
Run to Pause
Run to Stop
Run mode of stream sequence 1* to Run mode of
stream sequence 2
Pause mode of stream sequence 1* to Stop mode
of stream sequence 2
Stop mode of stream sequence 1* to Stop mode of
stream sequence 2
Run mode of stream sequence 2 to Run mode of
stream sequence 1*
Pause mode of stream sequence 2 to Stop mode
of stream sequence 1*
Stop mode of stream sequence 2 to Stop mode in
the status of stream sequence 1*
Run mode of stream sequence 1 to Run mode of
stream specification 1
Pause mode of stream sequence 1 to Stop mode
of stream specification 1
Stop mode of stream sequence 1 to Stop mode of
stream specification 1
Run mode of stream sequence 1* to Calibration/
Validation
Pause mode of stream sequence 1* to Calibration/
Validation
Stop mode of stream sequence 1* to Calibration/
Validation
*
Turned On when the mode changes to the pause
mode
Turned On when the mode changes to the run
mode
Kept turned On
Turned Off when the mode changes to the stop
mode
Turned Off when analysis starts for the stream 2
Turned Off when the mode changes to the stop
mode of stream 2
Turned On when analysis starts for the stream 1
Kept turned Off
Kept turned On
Turned Off when the mode changes to the stop
mode of stream 1
Kept turned Off
Turned Off when analysis starts for the calibration/
validation stream
Turned Off when analysis starts for the calibration/
validation stream
Kept turned Off
Same for the case of stream specification 1
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Stream
- Stream 1 (GCM 1)
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Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 16 Process Specification: Stream (D/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
Select Stream No. then shows GCM number, corresponding to the stream in stream setting
screen.
l Operation Mode
The Operation Mode function of D/O is a function to send out information that the operation mode
of each GCM is in the specified mode. The contact output is turned On in the operation mode set
on the D/O setting screen.
One among the following four types of operation mode is set for each contact point.
• Run
• Run (Warming up time)
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• Stop
• Pause
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Operation mode
- GCM number 1
- Operation mode Run
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 17 Process Specification: Operation Mode (D/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Alarm
The Alarm function of D/O is a function to send out information that an alarm, which level is
specified for all GCMs or each GCM, is activated. The contact output is turned On when an alarm
of the level set on the D/O setting screen is generated. The contact output is turned Off when the
alarm is cleared.
To set an alarm for all GC hardware, specify “0” for the GCM number. To set an alarm for each
GCM, specify the relevant GCM number. GCM number 0 is relevant to alarms that are common
for all the GCMs. In case GCM number 9 is selected, all the alarms in any of 0 to 6 GCMs will
triggers the DO.
One or more of the following three types of alarm level can be set for each contact point.
• Alarm level 1: No. 1 to 200
• Alarm level 2: No. 201 to 400 (including component alarm No. 291 to 294)
• Component alarm No. 291 to 294 (part of Level 2 alarm)
For the details of alarms, see 7.1.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Alarm
- GCM number 1
- Alarm level 1 On
- Alarm level 2 On
- Composition Alarm On
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 18 Process Specification: Alarm (D/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
The Component alarm is a level 2 alarm that can be registered by users.
An alarm is activated when a measurement of the peak specified for all streams or each
stream exceeds the upper limit or falls below the lower limit. The alarm keeps going off until the
measurement returns within the specified range.
Up to 32 alarms can be set for each GCM.
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To cover the peak numbers of all streams, specify “99” for the stream number. To cover the peak
numbers of each stream, specify the relevant stream number.
The following four types of measurement (check items) can be set as a trigger of a Component
alarm. One check item can be set for each contact.
• Concentration
• Retention time
• Variation coefficient
• Tailing factor
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Alarm Setup
GCM # 1 Set # 1
> - Stream number 1
Peak number 1
- Check item Conc
- Maximum 90.000
- Minimum 100.000
Menu
GCM#
Set#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 19 Alarm Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD
l Timing
The Timing function of D/O is a function to send information about the time of completion of peak
detection to the upper systems.
This is used in combination with analog hold output (analysis result output) that uses A/O.
The contact output is turned On and Off at the time set for the D/O operating time in the SYS
method.
l Calibration/Validation
The Calibration/Validation function of D/O is a function to send out information that a calibration
or validation number set for each GCM is being executed. The contact output is turned On when
the measurement status of the GCM set on the D/O setting screen is the status of the specified
calibration or validation number.
Multiple calibration or validation numbers can be set for one contact.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
D/O Setup
(1/2)
D/O Setup
(2/2)
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Slot # 1 DO # 1
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Cal/Val
> - Validation 1 On
- GCM number 1
- Validation 2 On
- Calibration 1 On
- Validation 3 On
- Calibration 2 On
- Validation 4 On
- Calibration 3 On
- Validation 5 On
- Calibration 4 On
- Validation 6 On
- Calibration 5 On
- Calibration 6 On
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 20 Process Specification: Calibration/Validation (D/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
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l Stream Valve Switching
The Stream Valve Switching function of D/O is a function to turn On and Off external stream
valves using D/O signals.
The contact output is turned On and Off at the time set for the Stream valve ON/OFF time in the
GCM method.
To enable the Stream valve switching function of D/O, One-to-one output (D/O) is required to
be selected as the stream valve type in the initial hardware configuration, and as many D/Os as
streams are required to be initially prepared.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/O Setup
Slot # 1 DO # 1
> - Process assign Str valve select
- Str valve number 20
Menu
Status
Slot#
DO#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 21 Process Specification: Stream Valve Switching (D/O Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
n Contact Input
As for contact input, by using optional D/I cards (up to four cards, eight outputs per card) and by
using optional DI/O cards (up to four cards, three inputs and outputs per card), up to 32 outputs
and up to 12 outputs can be output, respectively.
Depending on the initial hardware settings, the contact input must be set to On While Open or On
While Closed. The initial setting is On While Open unless otherwise specified.
Specify the settings on the D/I setting screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD, and then verify the
operation condition on the D/I condition screen on the GC-HMI EtherLCD.
The following six types can be set for contact input.
• Stream Sequence
• Stream
• Range Switching
• Calibration/Validation
• Operation Mode
• Alarm Process
l Stream Sequence
The Stream Sequence of D/I is a function to give a command to change the measurement status
to the status of a specified stream sequence number for a specified GCM using contact input as
a trigger.
Eight patterns of stream sequence can be used for each GCM.
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To give a command to all GCMs, set “0” for the GCM number.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name G1-Seq1
- Process assign Stream sequence
- GCM number 1
- Stream sequence 1
Menu
Status
Slot#
DI#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 22 Process Specification: Stream Sequence (D/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Stream
The Stream function of D/I is a function to give a command to change the measurement status so
that the specified stream is measured a preset number of times using contact input as a trigger.
To measure the specified stream continuously, set “0” for the number of times of measurement.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name STR1
- Process assign Stream (cont)
- Stream number 1 (GCM 1)
- Number of times 0
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Menu
Status
Slot#
DI#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 23 Process Specification: Stream (D/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Range Switching
The Range switching function of D/I is a function to give a command to change the range to a
specified range for the range-specified peak of the specified stream using contact input as a
trigger.
To enable the Range switching function of D/I, individual peak setting and multi-range settings
are required in advance for the relevant stream and peak.
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1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name S1P1-R1
- Process assign Range Select
- Stream number 1 (GCM 1)
- Peak number 1
- Range number 1
Menu
Status
Slot#
DI#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 24 Process Specification: Range Switching (D/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Peak Setup-Specific
(2/5)
Stream #1 Peak #1 External 3rd
- Detector number 1-1
> - Measuring unit 1
- Measuring range 100.000
- Gate cut method Slope gate
- Integ method Skimming
- Peak polarity Positive
- Detected slope 0.0010 mV/s
Menu
F1
Copy1
F2
Copy2
F3
F4
Strm#
F5
Peak#
F6
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Multirange Setup
Range # 1
> - Process (Type) Peak
- Process (Detail) External 3rd
- Measuring unit 1
- Measuring range 50.000
- Ref peak number #40 #001
Menu
Get
Range#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 25 Individual Peak Setting Screen and Multi-Range Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD
l Calibration/Validation
The Calibration/Validation function of D/I is a function to give a command to change the
measurement status to the status of a specified calibration or validation number using contact
input as a trigger.
Six patterns of calibration setting and validation setting can be used for each GCM.
To give a command to all GCMs, set “0” for the GCM number.
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The Calibration/Validation function of D/I is available for semiautomatic calibration. To enable the
function, the relevant calibration or validation number is required to be specified in advance.
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name G1-CAL1
- Process assign Cal/Val
- GCM number 1
- Cal/Val number Calibration 1
Menu
Status
Slot#
DI#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 26 Process Specification: Calibration/Validation (D/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Cal/Val Setup (Main)
GCM # 1
> - Cal(Val) method Semi-auto
- Auto start date 2011/11/22
- Auto start time 17:00
- Time interval 001 day:00:05
Auto cal status Stopping
Menu
F1
Start
F2
Stop
F3
Cal
F4
Val
F5
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GCM#
F6
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
Calibration Setup
GCM #
1 Cal # 1
> - Cal stream 4
- Cal times 3
- Auto cal Executed
- ValStr# before Cal 3
- ValStr# after Cal 4
- Val before Cal times 1
- Val after Cal times 1
Menu
Peak
Main
GCM#
Cal#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 27 Calibration/Validation Setting Screen and Calibration Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD.
l Operation Mode
The Operation Mode function of D/I is a function to give a command to change the operation
mode to a specified operation mode for a specified GCM using contact input as a trigger.
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To give a command to all GCMs, set “0” for the GCM number.
One among the following three types of operation mode is set for each contact point.
• Run
• Stop
• Pause
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name G1-Run
- Process assign Operation mode
- GCM number 1
- Operation mode Run
Menu
Status
Slot#
DI#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Figure 28 Process Specification: Operation Mode (D/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
l Alarm Process
This is a function to activate a specified alarm using contact input as a trigger.
To set an alarm for all GCMs, specify “0” for the “GCM number.” To set an alarm for each GCM,
specify the relevant GCM number.
The alarm level can be set to “2” or “3.” The alarm number is determined as follows depending on
the alarm level and the D/I contact number.
Alarm level 2: 200 + Contact number (No. 201 to 232)
Alarm level 3: 400 + Contact number (No. 401 to 232)
An alarm message can be defined using up to 22 alphanumeric characters.
For the details of alarms, see Section 7.1 “D/I Alarm.”
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name ALM R2-1
- Process assign Alarm process
- GCM number 0
- Alarm level 2 (201)
- Message Sampling System Error
1 1 / 1 1 / 2 2
1 5 : 1 5 : 4 5
D/I Setup
Slot # 1 DI # 1
> - Signal name ALM R3-1
- Process assign Alarm process
- GCM number 1
- Alarm level 3 (401)
- Message air conditioner alarm
Menu
Status
Slot#
DI#
Menu
Status
Slot#
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
Figure 29 Process Specification: Alarm Setting (D/I Setting Screen on GC-HMI EtherLCD)
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n Serial Communication (Y-Protocol)
The GC8000 uses two types of serial communications: DCS and GCCU. The protocol of DCS
communication is classified into MODBUS and Y-Protocol (GC1000/GC8, GC6 and BTU for
Japan).
The settings for Y-Protocol are described below. For the serial communication settings, see
“5.4.14 Communications Setup.”
For the data specifications in the MODBUS communication, see GS 11B08B02-01E.
The GC8000 supports Y-Protocol only when both GCM and SYS are a single configuration.
The settings for Y-Protocol on the serial communication setting screen are shown below.
● Trans contents
Analyzed value:
Sends analysis value and calibration factor data, not alarm data.
Alarm:
Sends alarm data, not analysis value and calibration factor data.
All data:
Sends analysis value, calibration factor, and alarm data.
● Recep contents
None:
Accepts no input data.
Command: Accepts no input data.
All data:
Accepts no input data.
GC8 type: Accepts input data after sending analysis value or other data. The GC8000
normally accepts input data every 7 to 8 seconds.
● Procedure
Without procedure: Upon outputting analysis value, calibration factor, or alarm data, the
GC8000 sends the relevant data packet to DCS. The GC8000 sends the packet only once.
With precedure:
Upon outputting analysis value, calibration factor, or alarm data, the
GC8000 sends an output command packet to DCS.
After receiving the output command packet, DCS sends an input command packet back to
the GC8000 as necessary.
After receiving the input command packet, the GC8000 sends the relevant data packet to
DCS.
For the detail, see “l
In the case of “with procedure”” in page of App.D-26 .
l Communication Data
The types of communication data for Y-Protocol are as follows:
(1) Analysis value data (GC8000 to DCS)
After the calculation, the GC8000 outputs analysis value data.
(2) Calibration factor (GC8000 to DCS)
After the calculation, the GC8000 outputs calibration factor data.
(3) Error alarm (GC8000 to DCS)
When an alarm occurs, the GC8000 outputs alarm data.
(4) Input data (DCS to GC8000)
The GC8000 receives various commands including the Run command.
TIP
Indication in the packet
CR: Carriage return
LF: Line feed
A dummy space is indicated in gray.
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(1) Analysis value data (fixed to 45 characters)
The data is output only when Execution is set to “Executed” and Output flag is set to “Provided”
on the Peak Setup-Specific screen.
The packets for the processes are classified as follows:
Distillation
Peak
Calculation
Process
Linear 1 to 5
Ratio
Separation cape
Divisor
Base level
Signal level
Noise level
Deviation calc
Heating value
AI
Program output
Type of packet
Type B
Type A
Type C
Type B
No output
Type B
Type B
No output
● Type A
If a unit other than ppm or % or no unit is used, data is not output.
1
2
S
D 1
2
3
4
5
7
,
└──┘
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
P PM A : CH L
A : C L L
,
,
, T
%
,
└──┘
a
a:
b:
6
└──────────┘
b
c
└─────┘
d
└───────────────────────────┘
e
.
└─────────────┘
f
A : R T
└───────┘
g
CR LF
└─────┘
h
Stream number (01 to 31)
Peak number (01 to 99) *Relative peak number
To address all 255 peak numbers, S comes in the second digit (from the head) for the peak numbers 01 to 99, 1 for the numbers
100 to 199, and 2 for the numbers 200 to 255.
Analysis value (5 digits)
The data format for analysis values depends on the measurement range for the peak setting (see Table 12).
Analysis values are rounded.
c:
Table 12
Data format for analysis values
Output value Measurement range
Remarks
n.nnn
0.001 to 9.999
9.999 is used for all values of 9.9995 or more.
nn.nn
10.000 to 99.999
99.99 is used for all values of 99.995 or more.
nnn.n
100.000 to 999.999
999.9 is used for all values of 999.95 or more.
nnnnn
1000.000 to 9999.999 99999 is used for all values of 99999.5 or more.
d:
e:
f:
n: any value from 0 to 9.
Unit (PPM, %)
Concentration error alarm (A:CHL = Higher limit, A:CLL = Lower limit)
They will be dummy spaces if no error occurs.
Retention time (0000.0 to 9999.9)
The unit is in seconds. The position of the decimal point is fixed. 0000.0 is used for values of 0 or less and 9999.9 for those of
9999.9 or more.
Retention time error alarm (A:RT)
They will be dummy spaces if no error occurs.
Analyzer number (1 to 240) (zero suppression provided)
g:
h:
The Analyzer number (h) to be used in the format is not provided. Only S comes
in the second digit from the head because the peak numbers are 01 to 99.
1
2
3
4
DS
6
7
,
└──┘
a
b:
5
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
P PM A : CH L
A : C L L
,
,
, T
%
,
└──┘
b
└──────────┘
c
└─────┘
d
└───────────────────────────┘
e
.
└─────────────┘
f
A : R T
CR LF
└───────┘
g
Peak number (01 to 99) *Relative peak number
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● Type B
1
2
S
D 1
2
3
4
5
6
,
└──┘
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
,
CR LF
└──┘
a
a:
b:
7
└──────────┘
b
└─────┘
c
d
Stream number (01 to 31)
Peak number (01 to 99) *Relative peak number
To address all 255 peak numbers, S comes in the second digit (from the head) for the peak numbers 01 to 99, 1 for the numbers
100 to 199, and 2 for the numbers 200 to 255.
Analysis value (5 digits)
The data format for analysis values depends on the measurement range for the peak setting (see Table 12).
Analysis values are rounded.
Analyzer number (0 to 240) (zero suppression provided)
c:
d:
The Analyzer number (d) to be used in the format is not provided. Only S comes
in the second digit because the peak numbers are 01 to 99. See Type A.
● Type C
If a unit other than ppm or % or no unit is used, data is not output.
1
2
S
D 1
2
3
4
5
6
,
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
P PM A : CH L
A : C L L
,
,
%
,
└──┘
└──┘
a
a:
b:
7
└──────────┘
b
c
└─────┘
d
CR LF
└───────────────────────────┘
└─────┘
e
f
c:
d:
e:
Stream number (01 to 31)
Peak number (01 to 99) *Relative peak number
To address all 255 peak numbers, S comes in the second digit (from the head) for the peak numbers 01 to 99, 1 for the numbers
100 to 199, and 2 for the numbers 200 to 255.
Analysis value (5 digits)
The data format for analysis values depends on the measurement range for the peak setting (see Table 12).
Analysis values are rounded.
Unit (PPM, %)
Concentration error alarm (A:CHL = Higher limit, A:CLL = Lower limit)
They will be dummy spaces if no error occurs.
f:
Analyzer number (1 to 240) (zero suppression provided)
The Analyzer number (f) to be used in the format is not provided. Only S comes
in the second digit because the peak numbers are 01 to 99. See Type A.
(2) Calibration factor data (fixed to 45 characters)
The data is output when Execution is set to “Executed” on the Peak Setup-Specific screen.
When a CAL (calibration out of range) or RPT (calibration repeatability error) alarm occurs, this is
not output.
1
2
3
CC
5
6
,
└┘
a
a:
b:
c:
d:
e:
4
7
,
└──┘
b
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
, COE
.
└──────────┘
c
CR LF
└───────┘
└─────┘
d
e
Calibration number (1 to 3)
Peak number (01 to 99) *Relative peak number
Calibration factor (5 digits)
Calibration factors are rounded. The position of the decimal point is fixed.
Calibration factor error (COE)
They will be dummy spaces if no error occurs.
Analyzer number (1 to 240) (zero suppression provided)
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The Analyzer number (e) to be used in the format is not provided.
(3) Error alarm (fixed to 45 characters)
This is output only when an alarm occurs.
All the alarms currently occurring are output at the time of startup.
1
2
3
4
AS
5
7
/
└──┘
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
,
└──┘
a
a:
b:
c:
d:
e:
f:
6
:
└──┘
b
c
,
└──┘
d
CR LF
└───────┘
└─────┘
e
f
Month (01 to 12)
Day (01 to 31)
Hour (01 to 24)
Minute (00 to 59)
Error alarm types
AD1_, AD2_ = Detector 1 (or 2) calibration error
TMPH = Temperature control error or temperature exceeding the higher or lower limit
CAR1, CAR2 = Carrier gas 1 (or 2) pressure drop
EXT1 to EXT8 = External contact inputs 1 to 8
FLM1, FLM2 = FID1 (or 2) extinguished
PRT_ = Calibration repeatability error
CAL_ = Calibration out of range
Analyzer number (1 to 240) (zero suppression provided)
The Analyzer number (f) to be used in the format is not provided. Error alarm
types (e) are as follows:
e:
Types of error alarms
CAR_ = Carrier gas 1 or 2 pressure drop (Pressure switch 1 or 2 OFF)
FLM_ = FID1 or 2 extinguished
PRT_ = Calibration repeatability error
CAL_ = Calibration out of range
(4) Input Data Format
● Stream change command (SM/SE/SC)
When the stream sequence is set for the measurement condition, the command changes
the starting stream number of the current stream sequence. This change can be carried out
in any operation mode (Run, Stop or Pause) except when the operation mode change or the
measurement status change is being requested.
The command changes only the starting stream number, not the stream sequence specification.
The result is written in flash memory.
1
2
3
4
5
6
SM
3
4
6
3
4
5
6
CR LF
a
7
8
S E
9 10
CR LF
└──┘
a
a:
b:
2
└──┘
b
5
1
SC
└┘
a
2
For GC6
8
CR LF
└──┘
1
7
└─────┘
b
Starting stream number (1 to 31 or 01 to 31)
Analyzer number (1 to 9 when M comes in the second digit, and 1 to 240 or 001 to 240 when E comes in the second digit)
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● Calibration command (CM/CE/CA)
Calibration/Validation command is executed. Calibrations 4 to 6 and Validations 4 to 6 are not
supported.
1
2
3
4
5
CM
└┘
2
3
1
2
4
5
3
C A
4
5
CR LF
└┘
b
a
6
7
CE
8
9
CR LF
└┘
└─────┘
a
a:
b:
For GC6
7
└┘
a
1
6
CR LF
b
Calibration/validation number (1 to 3 = Calibrations 1 to 3; 4 to 6 = Validations 1 to 3)
Analyzer number (1 to 9 when M comes in the second digit, and 1 to 240 or 001 to 240 when E comes in the second digit)
● Stream sequence change command (UM/UE)
Stream sequence change command is executed.
1
2
3
4
5
UM
└┘
2
7
└┘
a
1
6
CR LF
3
b
4
5
6
7
UE
9
CR LF
└┘
└─────┘
a
a:
b:
8
b
Stream Sequence number (1 to 8)
Analyzer number (1 to 9 when M comes in the second digit, and 1 to 240 or 001 to 240 when E comes in the second digit)
● Start command (BM/BE)
Run command is executed.
1
2
3
BM
4
For GC6
5
1
2
B E
CR LF
3
4
CR LF
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└┘
a
1
2
3
4
5
B E
6
7
CR LF
└─────┘
a
a:
Analyzer number (1 to 9 when M comes in the second digit, and 1 to 240 or 001 to 240 when E comes in the second digit)
● Stop command (FM/FE/FI)
Stop command is executed.
1
2
3
FM
4
For GC6
5
1
2
F I
CR LF
3
4
CR LF
└┘
a
1
2
3
4
5
F E
6
7
CR LF
└─────┘
a
a:
Analyzer number (1 to 9 when M comes in the second digit, and 1 to 240 or 001 to 240 when E comes in the second digit)
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● Range change command (RM/RE/RA)
The command executes range switching.
The result is written in flash memory.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
└──┘
a
2
3
4
└──┘
b
5
6
7
c
8
└┘
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12
CR LF
└──┘
d
a
└──┘
b
└──┘
c
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RE
CR LF
└──┘
└──┘
a
a:
b:
c:
d:
1
R A
CR LF
└──┘
1
For GC6
9 10 11 12 13 14
RM
└──┘
b
c
└─────┘
d
Stream number (1 to 31 or 01 to 31)
Peak number (1 to 99 or 01 to 99) *Relative peak number
Range number (1 to 31 or 01 to 31)
Analyzer number (1 to 9 when M comes in the second digit, and 1 to 240 or 001 to 240 when E comes in the second digit)
● Reference peak overwrite command (YF)
The command executes reference peak overwriting.
If the specified stream number and peak number, as well as the reference peak stream number
and peak number do not exist, the command does not execute writing.
The command executes writing regardless of the processes. For the external linear model, it
overwrites the reference peak database at the reference peak 1 or base level.
The result is written in flash memory.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Y F
CR LF
└──┘ └─────┘
a
a:
b:
c:
d:
e:
b
└──┘ └─────┘
c
d
└─────┘
e
Stream number (1 to 31 or 01 to 31)
Peak number (1 to 255 or 001 to 255) *Relative peak number
Stream number of the reference peak (1 to 31 or 01 to 31)
Peak number of the reference peak (1 to 255 or 001 to 255)
Analyzer number (1 to 240 or 001 to 240)
l In the case of “with procedure”
Output instruction (GC8000 to DCS)
● Data receiving request (#E)
1
2
3
4
# E CR LF
● Data transmission completion (#F)
1
2
3
4
# F CR LF
● Input command prompt (#T)
1
2
# T
3
4
CR LF
● Answerback (command executed) (#B)
1
2
3
4
# B CR LF
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● Answerback (command not executed) (#W or #W#)
1
2
3
4
When receiving an invalid-format command
# W CR LF
1
2
3
#W#
4
5
CR LF
TIP
Answerback (comannd not executed) #W and #W#
#W: When the command includes an out-of-range parameter
When sending a message to another task has failed
#W#: Invalid format
Invalid command length
Undefined command
Invalid analyzer ID for the GC1000/GC8
Input instruction (DCS to GC8000)
● Data transmission request (#A)
1
2
3
4
# A CR LF
● Data retransmission request (#R)
1
2
3
4
# R CR LF
● Example of communication “with procedure”
The GC8000 sends “Input command prompt (#T)” at an interval of 8 seconds.
In the case of “with procedure” and upon outputting analysis value (concentration/calculation),
calibration factor, or alarm data, the GC8000 issues the relevant data packet to DCS by the
following procedure.
● Normal comminucation
(1) When the GC8000 is ready to send data to DCS, the GC8000 first sends “Data receiving
request (#E)” to DCS.
(2) Upon receiving “Data transmission request (#A)” from DCS, the GC8000 sends all data.
After the completion, the GC8000 sends “Data transmission completion (#F).”
*1
DCS
GC8000
*2
#A
#E
*2
Data 1
#A
--------
Data n
#A
#F
*1: 3 seconds or less, *2: 0.04 seconds
● When not receiving “Data transmission request (#A or #R)”
If the GC8000 does not receive “Data transmission request (#A or #R)” from DCS for about
3 seconds after sending “Data receiving request (#E)”, the GC8000 sends “Data receiving
request (#E)” again. The GC8000 repeats the same request up to six times (7 times in total)
until the GC8000 receives a reply from DCS. If it does not receive any reply, the GC8000
sends “Data transmission completion (#F)” to DCS.
*1
DCS
GC8000
#E
*1
#E
#E
#E
#E
#E
#E
#F
*1: 3 seconds
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● Retransmission
Upon receiving “Data retransmission request (#R)” during data transmission, the GC8000
sends the previous data again.
*1
DCS
GC8000
#E
*2
*2
#A
#R
Data 1
#R
Data 1
Data 1
*1: 3 seconds or less, *2: 0.04 seconds
● Input command (normal)
While not sending data to DCS, the GC8000 sends “Input command prompt (#T)” at an
interval of 8 seconds. If the GC8000 does not receive an input command from DCS for 5
seconds after sending the prompt, the GC8000 waits for 3 seconds and then sends the
prompt to DCS again. The GC8000 accepts any command only for the first 5 seconds after
sending the prompt.
*3
DCS
GC8000
#T
#T
*1
*4
Cmd 1
#B or #W
#T
*2
*2
*1: 5 seconds, *2: 8 seconds, *3: 5 seconds or less, *4: 0.04 seconds
● Input command
After successfully processing an input command from DCS, the GC8000 sends
“Answerback (command executed) (#B)” to DCS. After that, the GC8000 accepts up to 6 (7
in total) input commands from DCS.
If it fails to process an input command from DCS, the GC8000 sends “Answerback
(command not executed) (#W)” to DCS. After that, the GC8000 accepts up to 6 (7 in total)
input commands from DCS.
If it receives an invalid input command from DCS, the GC8000 sends “Answerback
(command not executed) (#W)” to DCS. After that, the GC8000 accepts up to 6 (7 in total)
input commands from DCS.
*1
DCS
GC8000
#T
Cmd 1
*1
#B or #W
Cmd 2
#B or #W
Cmd 3
*2
#B or #W
*1: 0.04 seconds, *2: Accepts up to 6 commands including the unexecuted one
● GC8 type
In the GC8-compatible mode, the GC8000 sends “Input command prompt (#T)” once
after sending analysis value, calibration factor, or alarm data. The GC8000 accepts any
command only for the first 5 seconds after sending the prompt.
*1
DCS
GC8000
#E
#A
*1
Data 1
#A
*2
#F
*3
#T
Does not accept any
command after this point
*1: 0.04 seconds, *2: 3 seconds (Does not accept any command) ,*3: 5 seconds
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Appendix E Computation Scheme
This chapter describes how concentrations and computations are derived based on
signals from the detectors so that you can understand the computation functions of the
GC8000.
n General
The computation function of the GC8000 is composed of the processes shown in the figure
below.
Process mode
Manual modes
Detector
signal
processing
Peak
detection
processing
Additional
computation
processing
Deviation
component
computation
Computed value
Concentration
Detector
signal
processing
Signal lebel
processing
Peak
detection
processing
Peak
waveform
processing
Peak
waveform
processing
Concentration
computation
processing
Concentration
computation
processing
App.E
Concentration
Level value
Concentration
Upper and
lower limit
checking
processing
Alarm output
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n Detector Signal Processing
Detector signal processing receives signals from each detector, eliminates noise from the
signals, and transmits the filtered signals to the following peak detection processing.
The figure below shows the flow of the processing.
Signals from each detector
Signal filtering
Data sampling
Processed data
Signal evalution
Standard deviation values
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(1) Signal Filtering
The filtering step eliminates high-frequency components from the signals transmitted from each
detector every 20 ms. The filtering formula is:
yt = f (xt – yt-1) + yt-1
Where:
: filtered data
yt
yt-1 : previous data from 20 ms before
f
: filtering coefficient (variable between 0.01 and 1.000)
xt
: signal from a detector
(2) Data Sampling
At every time tsmp, the data sampling step averages the signals acquired every 20 ms from
detectors. Note that tsmp is a value calculated from multiplying 20 ms by 2n (n=0 or a variable
integer from 1 to 9; therefore, tsmp is a variable between 20 ms and 10.24 s).
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Waveform of detector signals
Waveform after filtering
f=0.5
Waveform after sampling
(tsmp=40ms)
Waveform after sampling
(tsmp=80ms)
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(3) Signal Evaluation
The signal evaluation step calculates the standard deviation of sampled 20 signals according to
the following formulas:
yavrg = 1
20
sd =
t
∑
yi
i=t–19
1
19
t
∑
(yi – yavrg)2
i=t–19
Where:
yi
: sampled signals (20 signals)
sd : standard deviation of the sampled data
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n Process Mode Processing
There are four kinds of process mode:
1. Signal level processing
2. Peak processing
3. Deviation component computation processing
4. Additional computation processing
Up to 255 settings can be computed and they are separately divided for each stream.
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(1) Signal Level Processing
There are three kinds of processing: base level setting, level detection, and noise detection.
Detector signal data
Select any one of these.
Base level setting
Level detection
Noise detection
Base level value
Signal level value
Noise value
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l Base Level Setting
The signal level in the voltage at the specified time in the analysis cycle (operation time) is stored
as the base level value.
l Level Detection
The difference between the latest base level and the signal level at the specified time in the
analysis cycle (operation time) is detected as the signal level.
E3 mV
0 mV
E1 mV
Base level setting
Base level value = E3 mV
Base level setting
Base level value = E1 mV
Level detection
Level value = E2 mV
Peak height from the base level
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l Noise Detection
The noise value of the signal at the specified time in the analysis cycle is obtained.
The difference between the maximum and minimum values among 20 data is converted into a
value as the noise value.
Maximum and
minimum value
n=20
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(2) Peak Processing
Peaks are detected from the detector signal data, and the concentration is calculated from the
area or height of the peak.
Detector signal data
Peak detection processing
Base line
correction
Select whether to execute
Square
processing
Select whether to execute
Auto-tracking
Peak-on time/peak-on level
Select one of the following
Slope gating
Time gating
Zone gating
Slope/time
gating
Time/slope
gating
Retention-time
detection
Select whether to execute
Retention time
Tangent
correction
Peak
waveform
Peak waveform processing
Peak-off time/peak-off level
Result of tangent correction
Tailing coefficient
Peak half width
Area
integration
App.E
Select whether to execute
Area calculation
by tangent
skimming
Peak area
Area calculation
by vertical
separation
Peak height
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Peak area/peak height
Select one of the following
External standard
(approximation
from cubic
equation)
External standard
(approximation
from linear
equation)
External standard
(calibration
computation)
Concentration computation processing
Indirect method
Corrected area
normalization
Select wheter to execute
Total
compensation
operation
Variation
coefficient
Concentration value
Variation coefficient
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l Peak Detection
(a) Base Line Correction Processing
l Base Line Correction
In base line correction, stored chromatogram data are subtracted from the measured detector
signal data, and processing following the peak detection are carried out on the subtracted data.
When storage is specified, base line correction is not done.
Measured chromatogram
Stored chromatogram
Corrected chromatogram
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You can select whether or not correction is carried out for each stream.
(b) Auto-tracking Peak Processing
As the retention time changes, gates for each peak are displaced. To prevent this displacement,
auto-tracking peak processing automatically changes the gate time for each peak according to
the change in the retention time. Please refer to 1.12.4 (4) Gate tracking function.
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Actions:
According to the change in the retention time of each peak that is specified as standard, the
gate time of the specified peak and processing time of the specified signal level are changed.
When only one standard peak is specified, the gate time and processing time are obtained in
proportion with the retention time. When two or more standard peaks are specified, the gate time
and processing time are obtained for each peak by performing a linear approximation on the first
peak and the last peak.
The variation coefficient of the obtained retention time is shared by all peaks.
Initial chromatogram
Initial gate
Standard peak
Initial chromatogram
Chromatogram after change
Gate after tracking processing
Initial gate
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(c) Time Gating
Time gating processing detects peaks within the predefined time interval when the following
condition is satisfied:
The detector signal value is from the specified gate-on time to gate-off time.
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Base level setting
Base level
Base level
Gate
Peak
Gate
Peak
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(d) Slope Gating
Slope gating processing detects peaks based on the change in the time of detector signal
data. The time when detection is started is predefined as the gate time. When all the following
conditions are satisfied, it is assumed that the peak is started (on):
• The analysis elapse time is greater than the gate-on time.
• The previous peak is ended.
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• The gradient of the detector signal (change with time) exceeds the peak-on detection slope
value.
When all the following conditions are satisfied, it is assumed that the peak is ended (off):
• The analysis elapse time passes the gate-off time.
• The detector signal passes the peak point.
• The gradient of the detector signal (change with time) is smaller than the peak-off detection
slope value.
If the next gate is started before the detector signal passes the peak point, or if the analyysis time
reaches the peak detection stop time, it is also assumed that the peak is ended (off).
The peak-on detection slope value is equal to the detection slope value (set for each peak).
The peak-off detection slope value is the detection slope value multiplied by the detection slope
on/off ratio (that can be group-set).
Peak-off detection slope value
Base level
Peak-on detection
slope value
Peak
gate
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(e) Zone Gating
Zone gating method detects peaks under the upper limitation of specified number of peaks in the
range (zone) between the gate-on time and the gate-off time.
(i) Peak detection action in zone gating
The peak detection action in the zone gating acquires the number of peaks assigned to the zone
using the gate on as a trigger and like the regular slope detection, starts the detection of peak on.
As soon as the peak on is detected, the detection of peak off is started. At the point the peak off is
detected, the first peak is determined.
The following peak detection is started and then the second and third peaks are determined. This
peak detection action is continued until the peaks of assigned number are determined. After the
detection of the final peak in the zone has been completed, the peak detection is not performed
until the gate-off time.
For instance, assuming the assigned number of peaks is 5 in the zone peak detection starting at
peak 3, the peak detection is started from the gate on, and if the detection is performed normally,
the data will be stored in the peak buffers of peak 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 in the order of detection.
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(ii) Generation of peak search errors
If the gate is finished after the peak detection has been started but before the peak detection
of the assigned number of peaks is not completed, peak search errors with regard to the
undetermined peaks will be generated. In the same example as above, assuming that three
peaks are detected before the gate off, peak search errors will be generated for peaks 6 and 7,
respectively
(iii) Coexistence of zone gating with other peak detection actions
Like the slope gating, time gating and slope-on/time-off method, the zone gating method is
performed by setting at the peak unit. Therefore, the zone gating method is considered as one of
the regular detection actions, allowing it to coexist with other detection methods in one stream.
(iv) An action when the previous peak is on before the zone gating starts
If the previous peak (in this case, the slope detection peak) has not been finished before the zone
gating starts, the previous peak is forced to become off at the time the zone gating turns on. At
this time an error message or any other notice indicating the forced termination is not generated.
(v) An action when the current peak is on upon the zone gating is finished
If the currently detected peak is not finished when the zone gating processing is finished, the
current peak is forced to become off at the time the zone gating turns off. At this time an error
message or any other notice indicating the forced termination is not generated.
(vi) Auto-tracking peak method in the zone gating
In the auto-tracking peak in the zone gating is not supported.
(vii) Confirmation of minimum detection of peak width/height/area
In the zone gating method, the settings of minimum detection peak width, height and area are
enabled and for the peaks detected in all zone gating processing, the minimum detection peak
width, height and area are checked uniformly. If there are some peaks not satisfying these
conditions, the processing and data storing of those peaks are skipped and the following peak is
processed. This means that the peaks not satisfying these conditions are not counted as a zone
assigned peak, but discarded.
(viii) Setting of the peak detection conditions
The zone gating method performs slope detections under the same conditions by using the
setting of the starting peak number (slope conditions and polarity) in the zone gating with regard
to the slope detection conditions of the peak in the zone.
(ix) Handling of chromatograph data errors
If void data are found in the detecting peaks, the zone gating method generates a chromatograph
data error, skip processing and data storing of the peaks of concern, and performs the following
peak processing. Peaks that have caused a chromatograph error will not be counted as a zone
assigned peak, but discarded.
(f) Slope/Time Method
Unlike the usual slope detection method or time gating method, slope/time method performs a
peak detection by using the slope detection method for the peak on detection and the time gating
method for the peak off.
l Coexistence of slope/time method with regular peak detection actions
Like the slope gating, time gating and zone gating method, the slope/time method is
performed by setting at the peak unit. Therefore, the slope/time method is considered as
one of the regular detection actions, allowing it to coexist with other detection methods in
one stream.
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(g) Time/slope Method
Unlike the usual slope detection method or time gating method, time/slope method performs a
peak detection by using the time gating method for the peak on detection and the slope detection
method for the peak off.
l Coexistence of time/slope method with regular peak detection actions
Like the slope gating, time gating and zone gating method, the time/slope method is
performed by setting at the peak unit. Therefore, the time/slope method is considered as
one of the regular detection actions, allowing it to coexist with other detection methods in
one stream.
l Peak Waveform processing
Area calculation by tangent skimming or vertical separation can be specified for each peak.
l Concentration Computation Processing
Concentration is computed when level processing for the last peak is completed in each stream.
Corrected area normalization or the standard method (external standard of indirect method) can
be group-specified in the stream common list.
(a) External Standard (Approximation by Cubic Equation)
The external standard (approximation by cubic equation) computes concentration from the area
value based on the predefined coefficient.
The specified standard peak is used for the coefficient α, Sb, R, K, A and B.
The computation formula is:
C = RK(αSi/Sb) (A (αSi/Sb)2 + B(αSi/Sb) + 1)
Where:
C : concentration
α
: calibration factor
Sb : standard area (or height)
Si : measured area (or height)
R : measurement range
K : coefficient
A : coefficient
B : coefficient
(b) External Standard (Approximation by Linear Equation)
The external standard (approximation by linear equation) calculates a coefficient of the linear
equation from the area (or height) of two peaks specified as standard peaks specified as
standard peaks and calculates the concentration from the area (or height) measured using the
coefficient.
The equations are as follows.
(1) During calibration
During calibration, if the range of the calibration coefficient is zero, calculate the standard
area, if specified, calculates the calibration coefficient.
• When the range of the calibration coefficient is zero:
Standard area = (Integrated area value / The number of integration) * (Measuring range /
Standard concentration)
Calibration coefficient = 1
• When the range of the calibration coefficient is other than zero:
Calibration coefficient = ((Integrated are value / The number of integration) * (Measuring
range / Standard concentration)) / Standard area
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(2) During measurement
Calculate the concentration of peak i using standard concentrations and areas (or heights)
of reference peaks j and k.
The area of reference peak j, Sj, is calculated as follows.
Sj -= aj SOj (COj / Rj)
Where:
Sj
: area of reference peak j
aj
: calibration coefficient
SOj
: standard area
COj
: standard concentration
Rj
: measuring range
The area of reference peak k, Sk, is calculated as follows.
Sk = ak SOk (COk / Rk)
Where:
Sk
: area of reference peak k
ak
: calibration coefficient
SOk
: standard area
COk
: standard concentration
Rk
: measuring range
Coefficients a and b in the linear equation are calculated as follows.
a=
Cj – Ck
Sj – Sk
b = Cj – aSj
The concentration of peak i is calculated as follows.
ci = asi + b
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Where:
ci
: concentration of peak i
si
: area (or height) of peak i
a
: slope of the linear equation (coefficient)
b
: intercept of the linear equation (coefficient)
Cj : concentration of reference peak j
Ck : concentration of reference peak k
(c) Calibration Computation
The calibration stream, validation stream, and measurement stream are set for each stream. As
for the calibration stream, the standard area or calibration coefficient is obtained for each peak.
When the calibration streams continues three times or more the calibration coefficient is obtained
using the average of the last three results.
When the calibration streams continues less than three times, the calibration coefficient is
calculated from the results obtained.
If the range of the calibration coefficient is set to zero, the standard area is obtained setting the
calibration coefficient to 1.
If the range of the calibration coefficient is set to other than zero, the calibration coefficient should
be obtained.
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Note that calibration is not performed in the following conditions; they are regarded as an alarm
status:
• The calibration coefficient of any one of the peaks in a calibration stream exceeds the
standard range (lump setting by each GCM).
• The variation coefficient (see (g)) of any one of the peaks in a calibration stream exceeds
the requirement range (lump setting by each GCM).
• The concentration value of any one of the peaks in a calibration stream exceeds the
calibration range.
These calibration range are concentration ration to standard concentration.
There are set en bloc from 0 to 1.
The alarm status is removed under the following conditions.
• The results of the re-performed calibration stream does not induce an alarm status.
• The operation mode is changed.
(d) Indirect Method
The indirect method computes the concentration of the measured peak assuming that the ratio
of the area (or height) for the concentration of the standard peak to the area (or height) for the
concentration is constant.
The computation formula is:
ci = Ki αj fi
[
si
s
Ai (aj fi i
sj
sj
)2 + Bi aj fi
]
si
+ 1 cj
sj
Where:
ci : concentration of measured peak i
cj : measuring range of reference peak j (calibration stream) set in standard
peak j (external cublic equation processing)
si : area (or height) of measured peak i
sj : standard area of reference peak j (calibration stream) set in standard peak j
(external cublic equation processing)
fi : sensitivity correction coefficient of measured peak i to standard peak j
Ki : linearizing coefficient of measured peak i
Ai : linearizing coefficient of measured peak i
Bi : linearizing coefficient of measured peak i
αj : calibration coefficient of reference peak j (calibration stream) set in standard peak j
(e) Corrected Area Normalization
Corrected area normalization computes the concentration of each peak using area values
measured in a stream and taking the total area value as 1. Processing computes the
concentration by multiplying the value of each peak by the coefficient (the mole sensitivity
correction coefficient or weight sensitivity correction coefficient).
The computation formula is:
ci =
fisi
k
∑ (fjsj)
j=l
Where:
ci
: concentration of peak i
si
: area of peak i
fi
: sensitivity correction coefficient of peak i
(f) Total Compensation
Total compensation computes the concentration measured in a stream so that the total value of
the measurement components is the total value specified in each stream.
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The computation formula is:
ci
cni = ctotal
k
∑ cj
j=l
Where:
cni : result of total compensation for peak i (excluding the concentrations
of the “Total compensation disable” peaks)
ci
: concentration of peak i
ctotal : total of the concentration values
(g) Variation Coefficient Computation
Variation coefficient computation computes the variation coefficient for concentration.
The computation formula is:
cavrg =
∑ ci
cv =
1
n
∑
cspan
(ci–cavrg)2
n
Where:
ci
: concentration of peak i
cspan : measurement span of peak i
cv : variation coefficient of concentration for peak i
(3) Deviation Component Computation
Deviation component computation computes the difference between the concentration values
measured in a stream and the total concentration specified for each stream.
Deviation coefficient computation can be made for obtained concentration values. See the
section on variation coefficient computation in peak processing.
If the result of a computation is negative, the result is counted as 0.
The computation formula is:
k
cj = ctotal – ∑ ci
i=1
Where:
ci
: concentration of peak i
: concentration of deviation component j
cj
ctotal : total of the concentration values
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(4) Additional Computation Processes
There are linear computation, ratio computation, resolution computation, Divisor computation,
and calorific value computation functions.
The computation flow is as shown below.
Peak half-width
retention time
Concentration value
Linear
computation
Ratio
computation
Divisor
computation
Calorific
computation
Resolution
computation
Computed value
Computed value
Computed value
Computed value
Computed value
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l Linear Computation
Linear computation multiplies each obtained concentration (including deviation concentration
values) by the coefficient and calculates the total of the results.
Linear computation is available for the concentrations of a stream where the computation is
predefined.
Since five coefficients can be set for each concentration, five sets of computation formulas can
be set for each stream.
The computation formula is:
k
xj = aj ∑ aijci+bj
i=1
Where:
: result of the linear computation
xj
ci
: concentration of peak i
aij : coefficient of linear computation j of peak i
aj : coefficient a of computation j
bj : coefficient b of computation j
l Ratio Computation.
Ratio computation computes the ratio of two obtained concentrations.
Every time the concentration of the numerator Xk is computed, the computation is updated.
The computation formula is:
xj =
xk
xm
Where:
: result of ratio computation
xj
xk : concentration of peak k
xm : concentration of peak m
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l Resolution Computation
Resolution computation calculates the peak resolution from the retention time and peak halfwidth of two peaks.
The expression formula is:
xj =
2(tr(l) – tr(m))
1.699(tw(l) + tw(m))
Where:
xj
: result of resolution computation
tr(l) : retention time of peak l
tr(m) : retention time of peak m
tw(l) : peak half width of peak l
tw(m) : peak half width of peak m
l Divisor Computation
When all components, such as a total compensation and area percentage, in the sample are
measured and compensated so that the total is compensated to 100 % of measured values (or a
specific value), the trend of changes in the absolute volume of the component concentrations. In
this case, using this computation the trend of changes in the absolute volume can be monitored.
(a) When the standard method (absolute calibration model method) is specified
for computation and the total compensation is enabled.
To perform the Divisor computation, the total compensation should be set to be enabled.
Assuming that the concentrations of each peak by the absolute calibration model are a1, a2,
a3, a4, a5, and a6, that “Total compensation disabled” is set for a2 and a3, and that the total
compensation values is T, the Divisor value is calculated as follows.
Sum = a1 + a2 + a3 + a4 + a5 + a6
Divisor_Value = (Sum - (a2 + a3)) / (T - (a2 + a3))
If (Sum - (a2 + a3)) or (T - (a2 + a3)) is zero, Divisor_Value should be zero.
(b) When the area percentage method is specified for computation.
In the area percentage method, the Divisor value is output in 0 to 1 as taking the standard total
area (set value) as 100 %.
l Function of Calorific Value Calculation
As a standard function the GC8000 is capable of calculating calorific values. This section
explains how it calculates the value in accordance with the following standards.
• ISO 6976
• ASTM D3588-81
• ASTM D3588-91
• JlS K2301
(a) ISO 6976
The GC8000 converts each peak result obtained in volume percent into the one in mole fraction,
and calculates the real gas calorific value on a molar basis, real gas calorific value on a mass
basis, real gas calorific value on a volumetric basis, relative density of the real gas, density of
the real gas, compression factor and Wobbe index of the sample gas from the ideal gas calorific
value on a molar basis, ideal gas calorific value on a mass basis, ideal gas calorific value on a
volumetric basis, molar mass, and summation factor of each peak.
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Zmix = 1 – ( ∑ xi bi )2
Zi = 1 – ( bi )2
xVi
Zi
xi =
∑ xZVii
M = ∑ xiMi
H = H° = ∑ xiH°i
ˆ °i
ˆ = H°
ˆ = ∑ ( xiMi )H
H
M
~
~
H° = ∑ xiH°i
~
~
H°
H=
Zmix
d° = ∑ xi
Mi
Mair
d=
d°Zair
Zmix
ρ° =
p
( RT
)∑ x M
i
i
ρ°
Zmix
~
H
W=
d
ρ=
Where:
H
H°
H°i
Hˆ
ˆ
H°
Hˆ °i
~
H
~
H°
~
H°i
M
Mi
Mair
bi
Zmix
Zi
Zair
ρ
ρ°
xi
xVi
R
p
T
W
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
real gas calorific values on a molar basis
ideal gas calorific values on a molar basis
ideal gas calorific values on a molar basis of component i
real gas calorific values on a mass basis
ideal gas calorific values on a mass basis
ideal gas calorific values on a mass basis of component i
real gas calorific values on a volumetric basis
ideal gas calorific values on a volumetric basis
ideal gas calorific values on a volumetric basis of component i
molar mass
molar mass of component i
molar mass of air (28.9626)
summation factor of component i
compression factor
compression factor of component i
compression factor of air (Section 1.5.2, Table 6)
density of real gas
density of ideal gas
mole fraction of component i
colume percent of component i
molar gas constant (8.314510J/molK)
Pressure (101.325kPa)
absolute temperature
Wobbe Index
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(b) ASTM D3588-81
The GC8000 converts each peak result obtained in volume percent into the one in mole fraction,
and calculates the real gas calorific value, real gas specific gravity, compressibility factor, and
Wobbe index of the sample gas from the ideal gas calorific value, ideal gas specific gravity,
compressibility factor, and compressibility summation factor of each component.
Z = 1 – ( ∑ xi bi )2 + 0.0005(2xH – xH2)
xVi
Zi
xi =
∑ xZVii
H=
∑ xiHi
G = ∑ xiGi
Hr =
H
Z
Gr =
0.99959G
Z
W=
Hr
Gr
Where:
Hr :
H :
Hi :
Gr :
G :
Gi :
Z :
Zi :
bi :
xi :
xH :
xVi :
W :
real gas calorific value (total or net)
ideal gas calorific value (total or net)
ideal gas calorific value of component i (total or net)
real gas specific gravity
ideal gas specific gravity
ideal gas specific gravity of component i
compressibility factor
compressibility factor of component i
compressibility summation factor of component i
mole fraction of component i
mole fraction of hydrogen
volume percent of component i
Wobbe Index
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(c) ASTM D3588-91
The GC8000 converts each peak result obtained in volume percent into the one in mole fraction,
and calculates the real heating value per unit volume, real heating value per unit mass, real
relative density, real gas density, compressibility factor and Wobbe index of the sample gas from
the ideal heating value per unit volume, ideal relative density, ideal gas density, compressibility
factor and summation factor of each peak.
Z = 1 – P(∑ xi βii )
2
xVi
Zi
xi =
∑ xZVii
HidV =
∑ xiHViid
did =
∑ xidiid
ρid =
∑ xiρidi
HVid
ρid
Hmid =
id
~ HV
Hv =
Z
didZa
Z
ρid
ρ=
Z
d=
~ HV
HV =
ρ
W=
= Hm
HV
d
Where:
HV
HVid
HViid
Hm
Hmid
d
did
diid
ρ
ρid
ρidi
Z
Zi
Za
βii
xi
xVi
P
W
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
real heating value per unit volume (gross or net)
ideal gross (or net) heating value per unit volume
ideal gross (or net) heating value per unit volume of component i
real heating value per unit mass (gross or net)
ideal gross (or net) heating value per unit mass
real relative density
ideal relative density
ideal relative density of component i
real gas density
ideal gas density
ideal gas density of component i
compressibility factor
compressibility factor of component i
compressibility factor of air (0.9996)
summation factor of component i
mole fraction of component i
volume percent of component i
pressure (14.696psia)
Wobbe Index
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(d) JIS K2301
The GC8000 converts each peak result obtained in volume percent into the one in mole fraction,
and calculates the calorific value (gross or net), specific value, compression factor, and Wobbe
index of the sample gas from the calorific value (gross or net), specific value, compression factor
and summation factor of each peak.
Z = 1 – ( ∑ CMi bi )2 + 0.0005(2CMH – CMH2)
CMi =
HG =
S=
CVi
Zi
∑ CZVii
∑ CMiHi
Z
∑ CMiSi
H
W=
S
Where:
Z
HG :
Hi :
S :
Si :
Z :
Zi :
bi :
W :
CVi :
CMi :
CMH :
calorific value (gross or net)
ideal calorific value of component i (gross or net)
Specific value of the sample gas
ideal specific value of component i
compression factor of the sample gas
compression factor of component i
summation factor of component i
Wobbe Index of the sample gas
volume percent of component i
mole fraction of component i
mole fraction of hydrogen
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(5) Upper and Lower Limit Checking
Upper and lower limit checking of 32 points can be set as to the following items.
If the conditions of the specified upper and lower limit checking are not satisfied, an alarm is
generated.
For signal level processing, the base level value, signal level, and noise value should be checked
according to the processing details. In peak processing, the following four upper and lower limits
can be checked for each peak:
1. concentration value (including the base level value, signal level value, noise value, and
computed value)
2. retention time
3. variation coefficient
4. tailing coefficient
For deviation component computation and additional computation processing, the upper
and lower limits of computed values can be checked. Multiple items can be checked for each
processing as follows.
Stream number
Processing number
Item (concentration, retention time, etc.)
Upper limit
Lower limit
Alarm level
The alarm status is removed when:
• the value falls within the range between the limits; or,
• the operation mode is changed.
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Appendix F GC File Converter (GCFC)
GC File Converter (GCFC) software converts a chromatogram file, which is stored in the
PC Analyzer Server (PCAS) and Analyzing Server Engineering Terminal (ASET) (single
mode), into a file readable by EZChrom*
*
EZChrom is a chromatography data system from Agilent Technologies, which collects, processes, and controls analysis data of
chromatographs.
n Installation of GCFC
This section describes how to install GCFC in a PC.
This description assumes that your PC system is as follows and that you fully understand how to
use it.
l System Conditions
Check that the operating system is one of the following:
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP3 (32-bit, Japanese or English)
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 (32-bit, Japanese or English)
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32-bit, Japanese or English)
Check that the hardware meets the following conditions:
OS
CPU
Memory
Hard disk
Windows XP
Windows Server 2008
Windows 7
Pentium II 350 MHz or
CPU 2 GHz or faster
CPU 1 GHz or faster
faster
At least 128 MB
At least 2 GB
At least 1 GB
At least 3 MB of free space (for the program only)
There must be sufficient space on the hard disk to store data, in addition to the space for the
program.
l Installation procedure
Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
The installation program starts automatically (or click on GCFC.exe instead).
Then follow the instructions of the wizard.
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IMPORTANT
Administrator rights are required for installing and operating GCFC. Operation cannot be ensured
for other log-in accounts without administrator rights.
n Startup
GCFC can be started by clicking Windows’ Start button, selecting All Programs, and clicking on
GCFC.exe in the GCFC group.
Or, if there is a GCFC shortcut icon on the desktop, you can double-click it instead.
Figure 1 GCFC shortcut icon
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Figure 2 GCFC main window (default)
n Operation
Click the
button, and the File Open window appears for specifying a file to be converted.
Select a file and click the Open button.
Figure 3 File Open window
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Select the chromatogram file of the GC8000 (*.chx).
Information about the file appears.
Figure 4 GCFC main window (after selecting a file)
Click the Convert button, and a .cdf file that can be read by EZChrom is created.
A .cdl file is also created, to be used if any error occurs. Delete it if it is not necessary.
The name and location of these two files are the same as those of the .chx file.
(The file extensions are “cdf” and “cdl”.)
If files with the same name exist, a Warning dialog box appears.
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Figure 5 Warning message
n Exit
Click the Exit button, or click the Close command on the File menu.
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Appendix G User Program
User programming card option is necessary for this function.
1. Basic Syntax Rule
1.1 Texts and Lines
The script program consists of several lines. A line consists of text which starts either a statement
or label, and the end of the line (page break).
l Length of one line (maximum number of enterable characters)
A line ends when the maximum number of one-byte characters of 126 or maximum number of
enterable characters have been entered, or by hitting the return key.
l Labels
Labels are used in cases such as a program divergence.
Example:
GOTO DISP@
…
DISP@DP”A”
Labels are indicated by upper case alphabets or numerals added with @.
Following a label, texts are described at the end of the line or after a one-byte space.
l Description of Texts
Upper case alphabets are used for the characters to describe statements in a text.
In cases where statement, labels, variables and constants are lined together, they must be
separated by a one-byte space.
A line cannot contain more than two complex sentences.
Example:
[Wrong]
IFA = lTHEN
GOTO DISP@
ENDIF
[Correct]
IF_A = 1_THEN
GOTO_DISP@
ENDIF
(The underscore (_) is a one-byte space)
1.2 Character Set
Usable characters are one-byte alphanumeric characters and special characters.
Kana or Chinese characters cannot be used.
• Alphabets: Upper case - ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
Lower case - abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Lower case can be used for DP statements and comments.
• Numerals: 0123456789
• Special characters:
(one-byte space) !”# $%”( )*+,–./:;<=>?@[\]{}−|
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1.3 Data Types
Integer, real type (single precision real number type) and double precision real number type can
be used.
• Integer Type
Integers in the range of –32768 to 32767 are taken as values.
They are shown internally as 2-byte (16-bit).
• Real Type (single precision real number type)
Real numbers are taken as values. They are shown internally as 4-byte (32-bit).
Significant figures are roughly 7-figure decimals.
• Double Precision Real Number Type
Real numbers are taken as values. They are shown internally as 8-byte (64-bit).
Significant figures are roughly 16-figure decimals.
1.4 Constants
l Numeric Constants
The following numeric constants can be used.
(1) Expressed without decimal point or exponential part. Example: 10, –10
(2) Expressed with decimal point but without exponential part. Example: 0.12, –0.145
(3) Expressed with both decimal point and exponential part. Example: 0.35E7, –2.5E–4
(4) Expressed without decimal point but with exponential part. Example: 1E12, –4E–7, 3E+10
Note: Only decimal numbers can be used.
Numeric constants of over 16 digits in length generate a syntax error.
l Character-string constant
Character-string constants can use DP statements.
Usable character-strings are one-byte alphanumeric characters and one-byte special characters.
1.5 Variables
The conditions for GC8000 user script variables are as follows:
(1) Use variables after declaring. Initial value of variable is 0.
(2) Maximum length of variable name is 16 digits.
(3) All variable names must be defined in upper-case characters.
(4) Depending on the variable type, the initial character must always start with “I,” “R” or “D.”
When the variable type is INTEGER, the initial character of the variable name is “I.”
When the variable type is REAL, the initial character of the variable name is “R.”
When the variable type is DOUBLE, the initial character of the variable name is “D.”
(5) There is a limitation on the number of variables that can be used to define one script file.
(Differs depending on RAM size being used.)
(6) Variables are global within a script. Same variable name can be used in another script as an
independent variable.
l Numeric Variable
The type of the numeric variable is specified by the statement type declaration (DEFINT,
DEFSNG, DEFDBL). Numeric variables have a maximum of 16 alphanumeric digits that start
with an alphabetic character as follows.
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DEFSNG: R
DEFDBL: D
Up to 1024 numeric variables can be used (including reserved variables).
l Array Variables
Array variables are declared in DIM statements. One-dimensional arrays and two-dimensional
arrays can be used.
One hundred array variables can be used in one script file.
One-dimensional arrays and two-dimensional arrays have up to 1024 elements each.
Variable names that have been used as simple variables cannot be declared in the DIM
statements as array names.
An array name that has been declared cannot also be declared again in the DIM statement.
When an array is declared, all the elements of the array are set to zero.
Arrays are required to be declared in DIM statements (declarations cannot be made implicitly).
One-dimensional array format:
Two-dimensional array format:
Array definition:
X, Y:
TYPE:
Array name (X)
Array name (X) (Y)
DIM Array name (X) AS TYPE
DIM Array name (X) (Y) AS TYPE
Array size –1
INTEGER, REAL, DOUBLE
Example:
One-dimensional array statement:
DIM RS (4) AS REAL
Element:
RS (O), RS (l), RS (2), RS (3), RS (4)
Two-dimensional array statement:
DIM IS (2) (3) AS INTEGER
Element:
IS (0) (0)
IS (1) (0)
IS (2) (0)
IS (0) (1)
IS (1) (1)
IS (2) (1)
IS (0) (2)
IS (1) (2)
IS (2) (2)
IS (0) (3)
IS (1) (3)
IS (2) (3)
l Reserved Variables
Reserved variables are variables that are reserved by the system.
User cannot use the variable name in Table 1 as a variable name defined by DEFINT, etc.
Table 1 List of reserved variables
Variable Name
DATE
HOUR
MIN
Data Type
Integer
Integer
Integer
Range
1 to 31
0 to 23
0 to 59
Function
Saves the date of the current time setting.
Saves the hour of the current time setting.
Saves the minute of the current time setting.
1.6 Operations
Table 2 shows the categories of arithmetic operation, relational operation and logical operation
and the precedence order of operations.
Table 2 Precedence Order of Operations
Item
Operation in parenthesis
Unary operation
Exponentiation
Multiplication & division
Addition & subtraction
Relational operation
Logical operation
Logical operation
Symbol (Operator)
()
+, –, NOT
^
*, /
+, –
=, <, >, >=, <=, <>
AND
OR, EXOR
Precedence Order
High
↓
↓
↓
↓
↓
↓
Low
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2. Syntax
The following explains the functions, statements and commands supported by the GC8000 user
script.
• Functions perform specific operations for numerical values and other inputs, and return
values as results.
Functions always use the right side of the assignment expressions; entry on the left side is
not possible.
• Statements are commonly used commands in normal programs.
• Commands are specific to GC8000 and are used to read data into GC8000 main unit and to
change settings.
When actually entering data, comply with the following rules.
1. Uppercase alphabetic characters, parenthesis, and the symbol “@”can be entered directly.
2. Up to 126 characters can be entered in a line.
3. Enter a space for an underscore (_). Do not omit it.
4. In case of functions
Enter mathematical equations or character string expressions in lowercase alphabetic
characters.
Numeric constants and numeric variables are included in mathematical equations. Only
character string constants are included in character string expressions. When entering a
character string, type quotation marks (“ ”) before and after the character string. Depending
on the function, the range and content that can be described will differ.
5. In case of commands and statements
Items in Chinese characters and lowercase alphabetic characters are entered in numerical
values, numeric variables or character strings.
When entering a character string, type quotation marks (“ ”) before and after the character
string.
6. Items enclosed in square brackets are additional items and can be omitted.
It is not required to enter square brackets “[” and “]” in the actual entry.
Example:
DATA constant [, constant, ….]
Constants from the second onwards can be omitted.
2.1 Functions
Constants supported by GC8000 user script are shown in Table 3.
Table 3 List of functions
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Function Format
ABS
DIV
EXP
LOG
MOD
SQR
Regarding to function content, see the following.
ABS
Function
Format
Explanation
Function
Gives absolute value.
ABS (x)
x: Equation
Gives absolute value of x.
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Function
Format
Explanation
Function
Gives division results.
DIV (x, y)
x, y: Equation
Gives results by calculating x/y and rounding down decimal points.
If x, y is either numerical value or variable, then it can be an integer, a single
precision real number or a double precision real number.
EXP
Function
Format
Explanation
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Function
Gives the value of the exponential function against e (2.71828...).
EXP (x)
x: Equation
Takes the value of the exponential function result of the numerical value shown by
the either the numerical value or numeric variable of x.
When the value of x is more than 43.66827237527656, an operation overflow and
error will occur (when x is a double precision real number).
LOG Function
Function
Format
Explanation
Gives natural logarithm.
LOG (x)
x: Equation (x>0)
Gives the numerical value of the natural logarithm (logarithm that takes natural
number e as base) shown by either the numerical value or numeric variable of x.
x must be a positive number.
MOD Function
Function
Format
Explanation
Gives the remainder from integer division.
MOD (x, y)
x, y: Equation
Calculates x/y and gives the remainder.
If x, y are either numerical value or numeric variable, then it can be an integer, a
single precision real number or a double precision real number.
SQR Function
Function
Gives the square root.
Format
SQR (x)
x: Equation (x ≥ 0)
Explanation Calculates the square root of the numerical value shown by either the numerical
value or numeric variable of x.
Value of x must be more than or equal to zero.
2.2 Statements
Please note the following points.
• Layer depth of a nest (the general layer depth for IF, FOR and WHILE) can be up to 100
statements.
• Up to 100 GOTO/GOSUB statements can be used in one script file.
• Up to 100 labels can be used in one script file.
• Up to 100 DATA statements can be used in one script file.
Table 4 shows the statements that can be used in the GC8000 user script.
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Table 4 List of statements
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Statement Format
DATA
DEFINT/DEFSNG/DEFDBL
DIM
DP
END
FOR/NEXT
GOSUB/RETURN
GOTO
IF...THEN/ENDIF, IF...THEN/ELSE/ENDIF,
IF..THEN/ELSEIF…..THEN/(ELSE/)ENDIF
LET
READ
REM
RESTORE
WHILE/END WHILE
See the following for details regarding to statement content.
DATA
Function
Format
Explanation
Statement
READ statement sets replacement data in each variable.
DATA constant [, constant, …]
Constant: Numeric
DATA statement can be placed anywhere in the program or even dispersed.
Space is ignored for numeric variables in the READ statement.
The RESTORE statement enables the DATA statement read by the READ
statement to be set by line unit
Up to 1024 constants can be used as a parameter after DATA.
DEFINT/DEFSNG/DEFDBL
Statement
Function
Format
Explanation
Declares type of variable.
(1) DEFINT variable name [, variable name…]
(2) DEFSNG variable name [, variable name…]
(3) DEFDBL variable name [, variable name…]
Declares type of variable. All variables specified with initial characters of variables
become the specified type.
DEFINT declares variable as an integer.
DEFSNG declares variable as a single precision real number type.
DEFDBL declares variable as a double precision real number type.
The specified initial character of the variable is one uppercase alphabetic
character. For any of the formats (1) to (3) listed above, it is necessary to make the
declaration before the variable name is described in the program block. Complex
sentences cannot be described.
The maximum of 16 variables can be defined at one time.
Regarding to the definition of variables, see Section 1.5 Variables.
DIM Statement
Function
Format
Explanation
Declares array variables.
DIM_ARRAYNAME_AS_TYPE
Array name: Name of array
Type: INTEGER, REAL, DOUBLE
Declares as either one-dimensional array or two-dimensional array.
Regarding to the definitions of array variables, see Array Variables in Section 1.5
Variables.
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DP Statement
Function
Displays the table list in the GCUD output window.
Format DP_TABLELIST
Table list: Allows specifying variable name, array variable name, numerical value
and character string constant.
Explanation
(1) Items are separated by either a comma (,) or semicolon (;).
(2) Gives equation values in decimal numbers.
(3) The output content length of each item should be within 270 digits. The output
content length should be within 4096 bytes.
Error occurs when it exceeds the limit.
(4) A new line will take place each time the DP statement is executed and
completed.
(5) Some character string constants are enclosed within quotation marks.
(6) Output items of exponents cannot be used.
(7) Separators
(a) Semicolons (;)
The output element following the semicolon (;) will be displayed immediately
after the previous output element.
(b) Commas (,)
Since each line of the GCUD output window is partitioned with TAB, when
commas (,) are used as the separators, the following area is output.
Example:
DIM IC (3) AS INTEGER
DEFINT IA, IB
DP “IB value is”;IB
DP IA, IB
DP IC(0), IC(1)
END
END Statement
Function
Shows the very end of the main program.
Format END
Explanation The END statement must always be declared at the very end of the main program.
Do not omit it.
When the very end of the main program does not have an END, the error “End is
required” will occur.
FOR/NEXT
Statement
Function
Puts sequence of statements in the FOR to NEXT loop and repeats specified
number of times.
Format
FOR variable = initial value TO final value [STEP increment]
Statement
NEXT variable
Variable: Numeric variable
Specify the same variables for FOR and NEXT as counter.
Initial value, final value, increment:
Numerical value or numeric variable
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Explanation Used in pair, FOR and NEXT statements execute as described below.
(1) Calculates initial value, final value and increment.
(2) Substitutes variable with initial value.
(3) Executes statements between the FOR statement and the corresponding
NEXT statement. However, when either the GOTO statement or GOSUB
statement is executed during the process, the control can be moved out of the
FOR loop (part that enclosed by the FOR and NEXT statements).
(4) After reaching the NEXT statement corresponding to the FOR, the variable will
be incremented (increased when the variable value is positive and decreased
when it is negative).
(5) Compares the value of the variable with the final value and executes as follows
depending on the increment.
When increment is positive:
Go back to (3) when variable is less than or equal (≤) to final value.
Execute the statement after NEXT statement when variable is greater
than (>) the final value.
When increment is negative or zero:
Go back to (3) when the variable is greater than or equal (≥) to the final
value.
When variable is less than the final value, execute the statement after the
NEXT statement.
Calculation will stop when the final value and value of the increment are
entered into the FOR statement. If the values of variables in the equations are
changed during the process from FOR to NEXT, the final value and increment
will also change.
When the program is exited by the GOTO statement during the process
between the FOR and NEXT, the values of the variables will be saved and can
be used again.
When the program is exited between the FOR and NEXT while processing (5),
the values of the variables will be saved.
When the values of the variables are changed in the process before the
NEXT statement, those values are used to repeat processes (2) and (3). Zero
increment causes an infinite loop.
Also, if increment is set as a numerical value with decimal points, there is
the risk that value of the final value will not be calculated due to an error in
calculating real numbers.
Notes on programming
When using one pair of the FOR and NEXT statements in another FOR to
NEXT range, the former pair must be within the range of the latter FOR to
NEXT. Both the line and execution order must be correct.
GOSUB/RETURN
Statement
Function
Performs divergence to subroutine and reversion from subroutine.
Format
GOSUB label
RETURN
Explanation The GOSUB statement moves the control from the specified label to the
subroutine. The subroutine processing is completed with the execution of the
RETURN statement. The program is moved to the statement that follows the
GOSUB statement.
By using the GOSUB statement, the same process content can be used
repeatedly in the program.
Some subroutines are able to call other subroutines.
Error will occur when the specified label is not in the program. Error will also
occur when the RETURN statement is executed without executing the GOSUB
statement. Furthermore, error will occur when the GOSUB statement is used to
move the control to the block subroutine (FOR/NEXT, IF..THEN/ENDIF, IF..THEN/
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GOTO
Function
Format
Explanation
Diverges unconditionally to the specified label.
GOTO label
Diverges unconditionally to the specified label.
Error will occur at time of executing the GOTO statement when the specified
divergence destination label is not in the program. Error will also occur when the
GOTO statement is used to move the control to the block (FOR/NEXT, IF..THEN/
ENDIF, IF..THEN/ELSE/ENDIF, WHILE/END WHILE).
Notes on programming
Avoid creating an infinite loop with the GOTO statement such as LA@GOTO
LA@ (it is a waste of execution time).
Use the WHILE/END WHILE statement to create an infinite loop.
IF...THEN/ENDIF, IF...THEN/ELSE/ENDIF, IF...THEN/ELSEIF...THEN/(ELSE/)ENDIF Statement
Function
Creates a divergence in compliance with equation results or specified conditions.
Format
IF equation THEN
Statement
[ELSE
Statement]
ENDIF
Statement: Can be composed into multiple lines.
Multiple IF statements are also possible.
Explanation When the equation result is TRUE (other than zero), execute the statement from
THEN onward, and execute the ELSE statement when it is FALSE (zero).
Relational expression such as (A>0) is often used for the equation. Other
equations can be used but the result must be expressed in numerical value.
(1) When the result is TRUE (≠0), execute the text in the multiple lines after
THEN up to either ELSE or END.
(2) When the result is FALSE (=0), execute statement in multiple lines after
ELSE to ENDIF.
Processes following ELSE can be omitted (the program after THEN will stop by
executing ENDIF).
LET Statement
Function
Replaces the variable on the left side of the equation with the calculation results of
right side of the equation.
Format
(1) LET variable name = equation
(2) Variable name = equation
Variable name: Numeric variable name
Equation: Numerical formula
LET can be omitted.
Explanation None
READ
Function
Format
Explanation
Statement
Reads values from DATA statements and allocates to variables.
READ variable name [,variable name, …]
Variable name: Numeric
The READ statement is always used in combination with the DATA statement.
The READ statement allocates data that have been set by the DATA statement to
the variables one by one.
Error will occur when there are no data to allocate to the READ statement
variables.
Use the RESTORE statement to repeatedly read out the same DATA statement
data or to specify the DATA statement for read-out.
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REM Statement
Function
Format
Explanation
Adds remarks in the program.
(1) REM character string
(2) ! character string
Adds remarks in the program. They are ignored at time of execution.
Only ASCII characters can be used for the REM statement character strings.
“REM” and “!” must be placed at the top of aline.
RESTORE Statement
Function
Specifies the DATA statement read by the READ statement.
Format
RESTORE [label]
Explanation Specifies the pointer (read-out location) of the DATA statement used by the next
READ statement.
Sets the pointer to the first DATA statement in the program block when labels are
omitted.
Sets the pointer to the first DATA statement following the specified label in the
program block when labels are specified.
WHILE/END WHILE
Statement
Function
Repeats while conditions are met.
Format
WHILE equation
Statement
END WHILE
Explanation While equation conditions are TRUE (≠0), the statement between WHILE and
END WHILE statements are repeatedly executed.
While equation conditions are FALSE (0), it moves to the statement in the line
following the END WHILE statement.
When conditions for the relational expression or logical expression specified in the
first WHILE statement are not met, the statement between the WHILE and END
WHILE statements will not be executed even once.
Relational expression such as (A>0) is often used for the equation. Other
equations can be used but the results must be expressed in numerical values.
The processes from the WHILE to END WHILE can be multiplexed in the same
way as the FOR to NEXT processes. When multiplexing, change to the nested
structure (see FOR to NEXT statements).
In the WHILE to END WHILE loop, it is possible to exit the loop by a divergence
created by the GOTO statement, but it is not possible to enter the loop.
2.3 Commands
The three categories of commands are described below.
• Script commands for End of peak detect
Command used only for script for peak detection stop time
• Script command for periodical scripts
Command used only for fixed period script
• Common commands
Commands that can be used by both fixed period and peak detection stop time scripts
Commands used by GC8000 user script are shown in Table 5.
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Table 5 List of commands
No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
Command Format
DO_OFF
DO_ON
GET_ALARM_1
GET_ALARM_2
GET_ALARM_A
GET_ALARM_C
GET_ALARM_STS
GET_DHM
GET_GC_COMM_STS
GET_S_AREA
GET_S_HEIGHT
GET_S_CALM_STS
GET_S_CONC
GET_S_END_H
GET_S_END_T
GET_S_RT
GET_S_START_H
GET_S_START_T
MSS_CAL
MSS_STR
MSS_STR_SEQ
MSS_VAL
OMC_PAUSE
OMC_STOP
RANGE_S
READ_AI
READ_DI
READ_DO
READ_NV_DBL
READ_NV_INT
READ_NV_SNG
WRITE_NV_DBL
WRTIE_NV_SNG
WRITE_NV_INT
OMC_RUN
WAIT
GET_C_AREA
GET_C_CALM_STS
GET_C_CONC
GET_C_END_H
GET_C_END_T
GET_C_HEIGHT
GET_C_RT
GET_C_START_H
GET_C_START_T
GET_STR_NO
PUT_C_CONC
READ_STRV_NO
READ_ATM_STS
Common
Category
Script for Periodical scripts
Script for End of peak detect
Common
Regarding to command content, see the following for details.
DO_OFF Command
Function
Switches off the specified DO number.
Format DO_OFF(N)
N: DO number (1 to 32)
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
DO_ON Command
Function
Switches on the specified DO number.
Format DO_ON(N)
N: DO number (1 to 32)
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
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GET_ALARM_1
Command
Function
Acquires level 1 alarm status.
Format GET_ALARM_1
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for level 1 alarm, 0 if other.
Explanation Omitted
GET_ALARM_2
Command
Function
Acquires level 2 alarm status.
Format GET_ALARM_2
Return value: Integer
Return1 for level 2 alarm, 0 if other.
Explanation Omitted
GET_ALARM_A
Command
Function
Acquires level 1 & level 2 alarm status.
Format GET_ALARM_A
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for level 1 and level 2 alarm, 0 if other.
Explanation Omitted
GET_ALARM_C
Command
Function
Acquires concentration alarm status.
Format GET_ALARM_C
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for concentration alarm, 0 if other.
Explanation Omitted
GET_ALM_STS
Command
Function
Acquires occurrence status of specified alarm number.
Format GET_ALM_STS(N)
N: Alarm number (1 to 400)
Return value: Integer
Return 1 when the alarm occurs, 0 if other.
Explanation Omitted
NOTE
Alarms that belong to GCM0 cannot be acquired
GET_C_AREA
Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (area).
Format GETC_AREA(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_CALM_STS
Command
Function
Acquires the concentration alarm status of specified peak.
Format GET_C_CALM_STS(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for concentration alarm, 0 if other.
Explanation Omitted
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GET_C_CONC Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (concentration).
Format GET_C_CONC(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_END_H Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (height at stop time).
Format GET_C_END_H(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_END_T Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (stop time).
Format GET_C_END_T(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_HEIGHT Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (height).
Format GET_C_HEIGHT(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_RT Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (retention time).
Format GET_C_RT(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_START_H
Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (peak start level).
Format GETC_START_H(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
GET_C_START_T
Command
Function
Acquires analysis results of specific peak during calculation (peak start time).
Format GET_C_START_T(N)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Explanation Omitted
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GET_DHM Command
Function
Acquires the current date, hour and minute and assigns acquired results into
DATE, HOUR and MIN.
Format GET_DHM
Return value: None
Explanation Used only with GCUD.
GET_GC_COMM_STS Command
Function
Acquires the MODBUS communication status with the specified analyzer ID.
Format GET_GC_COMM_STS(GC_ID)
GC_ID: Analyzer ID (1 to 240)
Return value: Integer
Return 0 for communication failure, 1 for in communication, –1 for unregistered.
Explanation Omitted
GET_S_AREA
Function
Format
Explanation
Command
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (area).
GET_S_AREA(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_S_HEIGHT Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (height).
GET_S_HEIGHT(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to99)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_S_CALM_STS
Function
Format
Explanation
Command
Acquires specified stream and occurrence status of peak concentration alarm.
GET_S_CALM_STS(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for occurrence, 0 if other.
Omitted
GET_S_CONC Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (concentration).
GET_S_CONC(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_S_END_H Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (peak stop level).
GET_S_END_H(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
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GET_S_END_T Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (peak stop time).
GET_S_END_T(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_S_RT Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (retention time).
GET_S_RT(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_S_START_H
Function
Format
Explanation
Command
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (peak start level).
GET_S_START_ H(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_S_START_T
Function
Format
Explanation
Command
Acquires the latest analysis results of specified stream and peak (peak start time).
GET_S_START_T(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
GET_STR_NO Command
Function
Acquires stream number during calculation.
Format GET_STR_NO
Return value: Integer
Explanation Omitted
MSS_CAL
Command
Function
Performs calibration measurement of specified number.
Format MSS_CAL(N)
N: Calibration number (1 to 6)
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
MSS_STR Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Changes measurement status to stream specification.
MSS_STR(M, N)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Number of repetitions (0: continuous, 1 to 999)
Return value: None
Omitted
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Function
Changes measurement status to stream sequence.
Format MSS_STR_SEQ(N)
N: Stream sequence number (1 to 8)
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
MSS_VAL
Command
Function
Performs validation measurement of specified number.
Format MSS_VAL(N)
N: Validation number (1 to 6)
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
OMC_PAUSE
Command
Function
Changes operation mode of GCM to which corresponding SYS belongs to
PAUSE.
Format OMC_PAUSE
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
OMC_RUN Command
Function
Changes operation mode of GCM to which corresponding SYS belongs to RUN.
Format OMC_RUN
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
OMC_STOP Command
Function
Changes operation mode of GCM to which corresponding SYS belongs to STOP.
Format OMC_STOP
Return value: None
Explanation Omitted
PUT_C_CONC Command
Function
Format
Explanation
Assigns the analysis results (concentration) during calculation to specified peak
PUT_C_CONC(N, V)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
V: Concentration value (0.000 to 9999.999)
Return value: None
Omitted
RANGE_S
Function
Format
Explanation
Command
Changes the peak range of specified stream.
RANGE_S(M, N, V)
M: Stream number (1 to 31)
N: Peak number (1 to 999)
V: Range number (1 to 31)
Return value: None
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Function
Format
Explanation
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Command
Acquires the input value (0.0 to 1.0) of specified AI channel.
READ_AI (N)
N: AI number (1 to 16)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Omitted
READ_DI
Command
Function
Acquires the ON/OFF of specified DI channel.
Format READ_DI(N)
N: DI number (1 to 32)
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for ON, 0 for OFF.
Explanation Omitted
READ_DO
Command
Function
Acquires the ON/OFF of specified DO number.
Format READ_DO(N)
N: DO number (1 to 32)
Return value: Integer
Return 1 for ON, 0 for OFF.
Explanation Omitted
READ_NV_DBL
Command
Function
Reads the data in double precision real number from the element number
specified by the double precision real number-type nonvolatile memory.
Format READ_NV_DBL(N)
N: Element number to read out data (0 to 255)
Return value: Double precision real number type
Return double precision real number data read out from specified address.
Explanation Omitted
READ_NV_INT
Command
Function
Reads data in integer from the element number specified by the integer nonvolatile
memory.
Format READ_NV_INT(N)
N: Element number to read out data (0 to 1023)
Return value: Integer
Return integer data read out from specified address.
Explanation Omitted
READ_NV_SNG
Command
Function
Reads the data in single precision real number from the element number specified
by the single precision real number type nonvolatile memory.
Format READ_NV_SNG(N)
N: Element number to read data (0 to 511)
Return value: Single precision real number type
Return single precision real number-type data from specified address.
Explanation Omitted
WAIT
Command
Function
Suspends script execution for N seconds.
Format WAIT(N)
N: WAIT time (1 to 864000, Unit: 0.1 sec)
WAIT time = in order to set to 1 second, set parameter to 10.
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Return value: None
Explanation When the WAIT command is called in the script, it will remain in standby mode
until N elapses. After N elapses, the lines following the executed WAIT command
in the script will be executed.
The WAIT command cannot be used in the script commands for peak detection
stop time (due to possible delay in analysis result output).
Error will occur if the WAIT command is used in the script commands for peak
detection stop time.
WRITE_NV_DBL
Command
Function
Writes the data in double precision real number into the element number specified
by the double precision real number type nonvolatile memory.
Format
WRITE_NV_DBL(N, D)
N: Element number to read out data (0 to 255)
D: Write data (DOUBLE type)
Return value: None
Explanation When data type of write data differs from the command specifications, it will be a
syntax error.
(Example: When an integer variable is specified in the second parameter of the
WRITE_NV_DBL command)
WRITE_NV_SNG
Command
Function
Writes the data in single precision real number into the element number specified
by the single precision real number type nonvolatile memory.
Format
WRITE_NV_SNG(N, D)
N: Element number to read data (0 to 511)
D: Write data (REAL type)
Return value: None
Explanation See WRITE_NV_DBL.
WRITE_NV_INT
Command
Function
Writes data in integer into the element number specified by the integer nonvolatile
memory.
Format
WRITE_NV_INT(N, D)
N: Element number to read out data (0 to 1023)
D: Write data (INTEGER type)
Return value: None
Explanation See WRITE_NV_DBL.
READ_STRV_NO
Command
Function
Acquires the number of the stream valve in operation.
Format READ_STRV_NO
Return value: Integer
Returns the number (1 to 31) of the stream valve in operation. Return 0 for OFF.
Explanation Omitted
READ_ATM_STS
Command
Function
Acquires the atmospheric balance valve status.
Format READ_ATM_STS
Return value: Integer
Return 0 for OFF, 1 for ON.
Explanation Omitted
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Appendix H GC User Programming
Debugger (GCUD)
1. Overview of GCUD
This chapter outlines the GCUD and the basic matters that you must know before operating the
GCUD.
n What is the GCUD?
“GCUD” is provided when the GC8000 with the user program function is purchased.
You can debug and edit scripts for user program function.
n Executing GCUD
Since the GCUD is executed offline, set up the required gas chromatogram data before
executing the GCUD. Gas chromatogram data that has been set up will be automatically saved
to an I/F data file. It can also be exported to or imported from the I/F data file at any time.
n GCUD files
Script file (*.ymb):
This is a GCUD execution script file.
GCM setting data file (*.gms):
This file has a one-to-one relation to a script file (having the same file name) and cannot be
saved by users.
GCM setting data export file (*.if):
This file is used when GCM settings are exported.
The contents are the same as a GCM setting data file, but a file name can be specified by the
user. It can also be imported as necessary.
GCM setting data
Import
Write
(Related file,
GCUD
export file
Export
Script file
Read
GCM setting data file)
Figure 1 GCUD files
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n Window Configuration
The GCUD consists of one main window and four sub-windows. For details, see “3.
Description of Each Window” of page App.H-5.
Script Edit window
Output window
GCM Setting/
Status window
Watch window
Figure 2 GCUD window configuration
l Script Edit window
This is the main window with the menu bar.
In the main window, you can run and control a user program, display or hide other windows, etc.
In conjunction with sub-windows (Watch, Output, and GCM Setting/Status windows), it is used to
read/write, edit, import/export, print, and debug a script file.
Furthermore, as the Script Edit window, it displays a user program script and allows you to edit it
and set breakpoints. Multiple files can be opened simultaneously, but only the active file can be
edited.
A script file of up to 64 kB (65536 characters) can be edited.
l Output window
This sub-window displays the results of executing a user program script, output details of the DP
command, and analysis and execution errors.
l Watch window
This window displays variables and allows you to edit them.
l GCM Setting and GCM Status windows
Although the GCM Setting and GCM Status are independent windows, they are displayed in the
same position in the initial status.
In the GCM Setting window, you can set and display data.
In the GCM Status window, you can check the results of executing a user program script instead
of checking on the GC8000 main unit.
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2. Using the GCUD
l Installing the GCUD
This chapter describes how to install the GCUD in a PC.
This installation assumes that your PC system is already in the following state and that you have
some knowledge of how to use the system.
l System configuration
Check that your OS is one of the following:
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP3 (32-bit version, Japanese or English)
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 (32-bit version, Japanese or English)
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32-bit version, Japanese or English)
Check that the hardware meets the following conditions.
OS
CPU
Memory
Hard disk capacity
Windows 7
Windows XP
Windows Server 2008
CPU 1 GHz or more
Pentium II 350 MHz or more
CPU 2 GHz or more
1 GB or more
2 GB or more
128 MB or more
20 MB or more ((for the program section only)
For the hard disk, data storage capacity should be secured separately according to the format of
your PC system, in addition to the capacity for the program.
l Installation procedure
Insert the GCUD’s installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
The installation program starts automatically. If it does not, double-click the GCUD.exe file to start
it.
Then, follow the prompts on the screen to perform the installation.
IMPORTANT
To install and use the GCUD, log onto your PC as the Administrator.
n Startup
To start up the GCUD, click the Start button to select All Programs → GCUD group and click
GCUD.exe.
Or, double-click the GCUD shortcut icon on the desktop.
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Figure 4 GCUD default window
TIP
The first time it is started up, the GCUD does not create a new script automatically.
n Exit
Click the Close button, or click the Exit command in the File menu.
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3. Description of Each Window
Close
Standard toolbar Execution toolbar
Menu
Toolbar
Script Edit window
Output window
GCM Setting/
Status window
Watch window
Status bar
Figure 5 Configuration of GCUD window
In the GCUD window, you can read/write, edit, import/export, print, and/or debug a script file in
conjunction with each window (Script Edit, Output, Watch, GCM Setting/Status). The Script Edit
window is used as the main window for controlling various windows and functions.
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n Menus
The following describes each menu. The contents displayed may differ depending on the
settings.
l File (F)
Sub menu
New
Short cut
[Ctrl]+[N]
Open
[Ctrl]+[O]
Close
Save
―
[Ctrl]+[S]
Save As...
―
Import GCM
Setting Data...
―
Export GCM
Setting Data...
―
Description
Creates a new script file and initializes GCM data.
The default name of a new file is “AnaEnd_number.” (E.g.: AnaEnd_1.
ymb)
Up to 100 new files can be simultaneously created. If 100 script files are
open on the Script Edit window, the New menu will be disabled.
Opens the next script file (*.ymb).
Periodic script file name: Cycle_n.ymb (n = 01 to 64)
Script file name at the end of analysis: AnaEnd_n.ymb (n = 1 to 6)
When a script file is opened, GCM setting data files (*.gms) with the
same file name will be read simultaneously. If there is no GCM setting
data file (*.gms), GCM setting data is newly created.
Up to 100 files can be simultaneously opened. If 100 script files are open
on the Script Edit window, the Open menu will be disabled.
Closes the Script Edit screen for the active script.
Saves an open script. If a new script is saved, this submenu works in the
same way as the Save As....
When a script is saved by overwriting, a GCM setting data file (*.gms)
with the same file name is also updated simultaneously.
If a script is being executed, the Save menu is disabled and no operation
can be made.
Saves a script with a specified file name. (A GCM setting data file (*.gms)
with the same file name is also updated simultaneously.)
If a script is being executed, the Save As… menu is disabled and no
operation can be made.
Imports a GCM setting data export file (*.if) and updates GCM setting
data.
While a script is being executed, the Import GCM Setting Data… menu is
disabled and no operation can be made.
Exports GCM setting data to the GCM setting data export file (*.if).
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Sub menu
Language
English
Japanese
Print...
Print Preview
Print Setup
Recent File
―
Exit
Short cut
―
[Ctrl]+[P]
―
―
―
―
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Description
Allows you to select the GCUD display language (Japanese or English).
When the Language menu is selected, the following message is
displayed.
When you click the Yes button, the GCUD restarts automatically in the
selected language.
Prints an active file in the Script Edit window.
Provides a print preview of an active file.
Sets up a printer.
Displays a list of recently-used files. (The latest four files are displayed.)
Exits the GCUD.
If a script or GCM setting data is changed, the following message is
displayed. If multiple files have been changed, this message will be
displayed one by one.
If you exit the GCUD, the open help file is also closed.
l Edit
Sub menu
Undo
Cut
Copy
Paste
Short cut
[Ctrl]+[Z]
[Ctrl]+[X]
[Ctrl]+[C]
[Ctrl]+[V]
Description
Undoes the last action.
Cuts a script character string.
Copies a script character string.
Pastes a cut or copied script character string.
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l View
Sub menu
Output
Watch
GCM Setting
GCM Status
Toorbars
Standard
Execution
Status Bar
Short cut
―
―
―
―
―
―
―
―
Description
Switches the show (default)/hide of the Output window.
Switches the show (default)/hide of the Watch window.
Switches the show (default)/hide of the GCM Setting window.
Switches the show (default)/hide of the GCM Status window.
Switches the show (default)/hide of the standard toolbar.
Switches the show (default)/hide of the execution toolbar.
Switches the show (default)/hide of the status bar.
l Debug
Go
Sub menu
Stop Over
Step Into
Step Out
Stop
Breakpoint
Watch
Short cut
[F5]
Description
Executes a script file. If a script file is new and has not yet been
saved, the Save As… dialog box is displayed. Otherwise, a script is
automatically saved.
• When script execution is suspended and the GCUD or script is closed,
the “The file is being executed. Stop?” message appears.
• While a script is being executed, an attempt to close the GCUD
or script causes the “The file cannot be closed because it is being
executed.” message to appear.
[F10]
Runs the current line of code and pauses on the next line. In a GOSUB
routine, it will not run line-by-line. Instead, it will run the entire routine and
then return.
Otherwise, this submenu works in the same way as Step Into. A blank
line and annotation line are also executed.
[F11]
Executes a script file line-by-line. A blank line and annotation line are also
executed.
[Shift]+[F11] In a GOSUB routine, it will run the entire routine and then return. A blank
line and annotation line are also executed. If the program does not enter
the GOSUB routine, this submenu runs the same as GO.
[Shift]+[F5] Stops script debugging.
When script debugging is stopped, the “Debug has been stopped.”
message is displayed on the Output window.
[F9]
Sets or cancels a breakpoint. For details, see “l Breakpoint”ofpageApp.H-14.
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Sub menu
Add
Short cut
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Delete
―
Delete All
Hexadecimal
Display
―
―
Description
Adds a watch equation for variables to the Watch window.
A variable is added to a field below the last added variable.
Deletes a watch equation for the variable specified on the Watch window.
If no variable is specified, the watch equation of the last variable is
deleted.
Deletes watch equations of all variables entered on the Watch window.
If the variable type of the Watch window is INTEGER, values are
displayed switching between decimal and hexadecimal.
l Window
Sub menu
Window...
Short cut
―
Description
Opens the Select window dialog, allowing you to select the active
window.
Short cut
―
―
Description
Opens the GCUD help.
Displays the GCUD version information.
l Help
Sub menu
Help Topics
About GCUD...
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n Toolbar
There are two toolbars: standard and execution.
l Standard
New
Open
Save
Paste
Copy
Cut
For details, see the File and Edit menus.
l Execution
Go
Step Over
Step Into
Step Out
Breakpoint
Stop
For functional details, see the Debug menu.
n Status bar
Comment
Keyboard status
Caps Lock Scroll Lock
Num Lock
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n Windows
In addition to the Script Edit window (the main window), there are four sub-windows: Output,
Watch, GCM Setting, and GCM Status.
Each sub-window can be displayed by placing a checkmark on the window concerned in the
View menu.
A sub-window can be hidden, displayed apart from the Script Edit window (the main window), or
placed at any location in the Script Edit window.
Window Title
Window Position Auto Hide
Close
Figure 6 Example of sub-window configuration (the Output window)
Name
Window Title
Window Position
Auto Hide
Close
Description
Indicates a window name.
Allows you to change the window position. See “Menu list of the Window Position.”
Sets ON/OFF of the Auto Hide function. See “Menu list of the Window Position.”
Closes the window. Has the same function as the Hide menu of the window position.
If you want to display the window again, select it from the View menu.
l Menu list of the Window Position
Right-clicking the title bar of the Output, GCM Setting/GCM Status, or Watch windows causes the
Window Position menu to pop up.
Pop up menu
Floating
Docking
Description
Floats a window. This menu cannot be used with Docking.
Docks a window. It allows you to drag a floating window to a desired location and dock it
there.
Tabbed Document Causes document windows to be tiled on the tabbed pane. By default, this mode is
used.
Auto Hide
For any operation required outside of the window, the window is automatically hidden
and changed into a tab on the status bar.
E.g.:
Placing the pointer over the tab enables the window to be displayed. When the pointer
goes outside of the GCUD window, it is automatically hidden. An active window is not
hidden.
If the Auto Hide function is activated, it is displayed in the title bar as shown below:
Hide
Hides a window. If you want to display the window again, select it from the View menu.
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l About docking
When a floating window is dragged onto the GCUD window, the target location is displayed in
blue. If that location is appropriate, drop it there.
Figure 7 Example of docking (the GCM Status window is docked at the left of the GCM Setting window.)
n Messages
During operations, the following messages are displayed as necessary.
Table 1 Messages
Category
Input range error
Script file name limitation error
Verification
Message
Input must be integers between
[Min] and [Max]
Description
Integer-type value input error
Max: Maximum value of a set item
Min: Minimum value of a set item
Input must be singles between [Min] Real-type value input error
and [Max]
Max: Maximum value of a set item
Min: Minimum value of a set item
Script file’s name is invalid.
A script file name is wrong.
...already exists.
Confirmation is requested if a file
Do you want to replace it?
with the same name already exists.
Save changes to...?
Confirmation is requested when a
modified script is closed.
File is in execution, stop execution Confirmation is requested when
now?
stopping the execution of the file.
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Script Edit Window
The Script Edit window is started by clicking the New or Open submenu of the File menu or
clicking the New or Open button in the toolbar. Clicking the Close button closes the Window.
Upon starting the GCUD or if all script edit windows are closed, the Script Edit window appears
blank.
This window allows you to edit and debug a script file.
The maximum number of characters that can be entered on each line is 126 bytes.
For the script file for GCUD, see Appendix G User Program.
Tab
Active Files Close
Execution pointer
GCM setting
Script editing area
Scroll bar
Breakpoint
Line No.
display column
Edit condition
Tab
Name
Active Files
Close
GCM setting
Line No. display
column
Script editing area
Scroll bar
Breakpoint display
column
Breakpoint
Execution pointer
Breakpoint
display column
Debug condition
Description
The tabs allow you to select a desired script file from open script files. The file name of
the currently displayed script file is shown in bold.
Allows you to select a desired script file in the list of open script files.
Closes the active Script Edit window.
Sets the GCM number to bind a script.
Displays line numbers.
Edits a script. While the script is being executed, it cannot be edited.
Right-clicking this area causes a popup menu to appear.
Used to scroll the window horizontally and vertically.
Indicates breakpoints. Double-clicking this column enables a breakpoint to be set or
cancelled.
Setting a breakpoint allows a script debug to be suspended. See “Breakpoint.”
Indicates which line is being executed during debugging.
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l Popup menu
Right-clicking the script editing area enables frequently-used functions to be displayed in a popup
menu.
For details, see the Edit and Debug menus.
l Breakpoint
Setting a breakpoint allows you to suspend script debugging.
When a breakpoint is set, a red circle “●” is displayed in the breakpoint display column.
A breakpoint can be set or cancelled as follows:
At any line you want to set a breakpoint, click Breakpoint of the Debug menu or the
Breakpoint button in the toolbar. Pressing the F9 key performs the same function.
Or, double-click an area in the breakpoint display column corresponding to the line where
you want to set a breakpoint.
In the same way as setting a breakpoint, click Breakpoint of the Debug menu or the
Breakpoint button in the toolbar. Pressing the F9 key performs the same function.
Or, double-click ● (red circle) in the breakpoint display column corresponding to the line
where you want to cancel a breakpoint.
Precautions when using breakpoints:
• Breakpoint setting information is not saved. When a script file is closed, breakpoint setting
information is discarded.
• A breakpoint can also be set for a blank line or annotation line.
• The position of breakpoints is fixed relative to the corresponding line. If another line is added
or deleted, breakpoints are shifted accordingly.
• If you delete a line where a breakpoint is set, the breakpoint is also deleted. Even if the
deleted line is undone, the breakpoint does not return.
• A breakpoint can also be set in the Script Edit window which is simultaneously opened.
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Output Window
The Output window displays the results of debugging.
Output information
Name
Output information
Description
Displays the execution results.
Syntax error output format: [error] AAAA (AAAA: error detail)
E.g., [error] End is required.
Error output format other than syntax error:
Line N: [error] AAAA (N: line number where an error occurs. AAAA: error detail)
E.g.: Line 2: [error] operand error in DEFINT, DEFSNG and DEFDBL statements.
See Appendix G User Program Error Codes.
3.3
Watch window
The Watch window allows you to monitor the values of variables for debugging. While no script is
being executed or suspended, variables can be edited in the Watch window.
Variable name display column
Variable value display column
Variable type display column
Name
Variable name
display column
Description
Displays variable names. A variable name can be added or edited.
How to use:
1. For variables, enter a variable name.
2. For a one-dimensional array, entering a variable name enables all values in the array
to be seen. If an array name and line number are entered together, the value of the
array concerned can be seen.
3. For a two-dimensional array, it is always necessary to enter the array name and the
element number of a line (or row and column). For example, if you want to see all
values in two-dimensional array IB(2)(3), always add IB(0), IB(1), and IB(2) to the
Watch window. If you also want to see IB(0)(0), add IB(0)(0).
Variable type display Displays the related types according to variable names. You cannot add or edit it. If
column
there is no variable, the “No symbol is found” message is displayed.
Variable value
A variable value can be displayed and edited. If there is no variable, the “No symbol is
display column
found” message is displayed.
For decimal indication, enter a value as a decimal number.
For hexadecimal indication, enter a value as a hexadecimal number.
l Popup menu
Right-clicking the Watch window causes frequently-used functions to be displayed by popup.
For details, see the Debug menu.
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GCM Setting/Status Window
In the GCM Setting/Status window, GCM data can be set in the GCM Setting window, while you
can check the setting details on the GCM Status window.
Although the GCM Setting and GCM Status are independent windows, they are displayed in the
same position in the initial status. Click the tab of a required window to display it.
Details of data set using the GCM Setting tab are not saved in a script file (*.ymb), but in a GCM
setting data file with the same file name in the same directory.
Figure 8 GCM Setting window (left) and GCM Status window (right)
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Table 2 Description of the GCM Setting Window
Setting description
Setting range Initial value
Alarm level set
GCM1 to 6 Level1/2 alarm
ON, OFF
OFF
GCM1 to 6 Level1 alarm
GCM1 to 6 Level2 alarm
GCM1 to 6 Conc alarm
Measuring stream GCM1 to 6 stream no
1 to 31
1
No. set
DI set
DI01 to 32 status
ON, OFF
OFF
AI set
AI01 to 16
0.000 to 1.000
1.000
Conc alarm set
Peak#001 to 999 conc
alarm
Current time set Date
Hour
Minute
Assign peak num Stream#01 to 31 Assign
set
peak num
Peak conc set
Peak#001 to 999 conc
Peak keep time
set
Peak area set
Peak heigh set
On, OFF
OFF
1 to 31
0 to 23
0 to 59
0 to 999
1
12
0
0
0.000 to
9999.999
0.0 to 21600.0
0.000
0.000 to
40000.000
Peak#001 to 999 height
-1000.000 to
1000.000
Peak#001 to 999 start time 0.0 to 21600.0
0.000
Peak#001 to 999 rt
Peak#001 to 999 area
Peak start time
set
Peak start height Peak#001 to 999 start
-1000.000 to
set
height
1000.000
Peak end time set Peak#001 to 999 end time 0.0 to 21600.0
Peak end height
set
Measuring stream
valve No. set
Measuring atm
valve status set
Peak#001 to 999 end
height
GCM1 to 6 stream valve
no
GCM1 to 6 atm valve
status
0.0
0.000
0.0
0.000
0.0
-1000.000 to
1000.000
0 to 31
0.000
ON, OFF
OFF
0
None
Accuracy
None
None
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
None
None
The upper limit of the total assigned
peak numbers of all streams is 999.
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
One decimal place, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
One decimal place, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
Three decimal places, significant
number of digits ≤ 7
None
None
Table 3 Description of the GCM Status Window
Setting description
Indication
Initial value
GCM1 to 6 run
ON, OFF
OFF
GCM1 to 6 stop
ON, OFF
OFF
GCM1 to 6 pause
ON, OFF
OFF
DO01 to 25 on
ON, OFF
OFF
DO01 to 25 off
ON, OFF
OFF
Peak#001 to 999 range
0 to 31
0
GCM1 calibration 1 to 6, GCM1 validation 1 to 6
ON, OFF
OFF
to
GCM6 calibration 1 to 6, GCM6 validation 1 to 6
GCM stream sequence
GCM1 to 6 stream sequence no
1 to 8
0
GCM stream specify
GCM1 to 6 stream no specify
1 to 31
0
GCM stream repeat specify GCM1 to 6 stream repeat num specify
0 to 999
0
Peak update conc
Peak#001 to 999 updated conc
0.000 to 9999.999
0.000
GCM run
GCM stop
GSM pause
DO on
DO off
Peak range
GCM calibration/validation
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Appendix I Distillation Analyzer Operation
This section explains information that you will need to operate and maintain the GC8000,
which was delivered to you as a distillation analyzer application. This section assumes
that the basic settings will not be changed from the default condition. If you need to
change the distillation range or other analysis conditions, the GC8000 must be modified.
In such a case, contact your nearest Yokogawa representative.
n Basic Concepts of Distillation Analyzers
Distillation analysis is mainly used in oil refinery to indicate the quantity of components in a
sample according to their boiling points. The analyzer for making these measurements is called
a distillation analyzer. The distillation analysis application in the process gas chromatograph
uses components whose boiling points are known to determine the relationship between the
elution time and boiling point in advance using a low-polarity column in which components elute
in order by boiling point. (This is called a distillation curve.) This relationship is used to determine
the boiling point for a specific elution quantity (the percentage of elution in relation to the total
volume) from the chromatogram obtained by measuring a sample consisting of components with
various boiling points. Specifically, data indicated in section 5.2.10, “Standard B.P data,” can be
obtained on the GC8000.
For details on distillation analysis, see also TI 11B08A01-11E Online Petroleum Distillation
Analyzer by Gas Chromatography.
n Calibrating the Distillation Analysis (Distillation curve)
To perform stable, accurate distillation analysis, you must calibrate the distillation curve. This
section explains the calibration procedure.
Note that the procedure for calibrating the distillation curve is different from the normal GC8000
calibration procedure. The calibration is performed by measuring a stream whose “cal run” is set
to a specific standard boiling point sample.
(1) Preparing the Standard Sample
Prepare in advance a sufficient quantity of the standard sample for determining the distillation
curve indicated in the Operation Data.
You need to calibrate using a standard sample that covers the entire distillation range of all
components that could be present in a process sample (in a factory adjustment, a standard
sample that meets this requirement is prepared).
If the composition of the current sample is significantly different from that of the sample prepared
at the time of factory adjustment, various settings need to be changed. In such a case, contact
your nearest Yokogawa representative. There is no problem if the sample component ratios are
slightly different.
(The sample must include the correct quantity of all the components listed in the Operation
Data. If this is not possible, settings need to be changed, so contact your nearest Yokogawa
representative.
(2) Setting the Operating Conditions (Part 1)
On the SimDis Setup screen of Table Menu (3/3) of the EtherLCD screen, specify the following
settings (see section 5.4.25, “SimDis Setup).
• Set Response factor updating to None.
• Set Section updating to None.
• Set Calib curve updating to None.
(3) Measuring the Standard Liquid (Preliminary measurement)
With the standard sample flowing, select the cal run stream, and execute an analysis.
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With the chromatogram of the standard sample in a stable condition, verify whether the peaks of
each component in the standard sample are being detected correctly.
(4) Correcting the gate time
If there are peaks that are not detected correctly, on the Peak Setup-Specific screen of Table
Menu (1/3), select the “Strm#” for cal run, and set the Gate ON time and Gate OFF time on Peak
Setup-Specific (3/4) for the relevant component to a few seconds before the gate on and off
times that you have read.
(5) Setting the Operating Conditions (Part 2)
On the SimDis Setup screen of Table Menu (3/3), change the following settings.
• Set Section updating to Auto.
• Set Calib curve updating to Auto.
(6) Measuring the Standard Liquid (Real measurement)
With the standard sample flowing, select the cal run stream, and execute an analysis.
After the analysis is complete, on the “Curve” SimDis Calib Data Setup screen of the SimDis
Setup screen of Table Menu (3/3), check that the Data curve coef a, Data curve coef b, Elapsed
time xx, and Std B.P xx values have been updated automatically.
This completes the distillation curve calibration procedure. You can return to normal distillation
analysis by setting the measurement stream back to the normal sample measurement stream.
n Aligning Data with That of Other Distillation Analysis Methods
If you want to reduce the difference between the distillation points that the GC8000 values are
being compared to (hereafter referred to as laboratory values) and the values measured on
the GC8000, you may be able to do so by correcting the GC8000 analysis characteristics. The
procedure is provided below.
1. Setting the correction parameters (part 1)
On the Peak Setup-Specific screen of Table Menu (1/3), select the stream number for the
sample run, and select PeakNo. of Calculation/Linear. On the Peak Setup-Specific 2/2
screen, set Factor a and Factor b to 1 and 0, respectively.
2.
Acquiring comparison data
In advance, prepare several samples of the same type of oil but with different
characteristics, and measure the laboratory values. Analyze these samples using the
GC8000 standard sample stream, and calculate the distillation points.
3.
Calculating the correction parameters
For each of the process samples, plot the laboratory values on the X axis and the values
measured on the GC8000 on the Y axis, determine the approximation line using the leastsquares method, and derive slope A and intercept B.
Note: It may be difficult to match the GC8000 analysis values to the laboratory values, such as when the correlation coefficient
is poor.
4.
Setting the correction parameters (part 2)
On the Peak Setup-Specific screen of Table Menu (1/3), select the stream number for the
sample run, and select PeakNo. of Calculation/Linear. On the Peak Setup-Specific 2/2
screen, enter slope A and intercept B in Factor a and Factor b, respectively.
5.
Verifying the operation
For the process samples, verify that the difference between the laboratory values and
GC8000 analysis values have diminished.
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Title
: GC8000 Process Gas Chromatograph
Manual No. : IM 11B08A01-01E
Apr. 2016/8th Edition
Software change (Main CPU: Rev 2.01.07 to 2.01.08) (Pages 3-8, 4-41, 5-41, 5-42, 5-58, 7-6)
Software change (Main CPU: Rev 2.01.08 to 2.01.09 / UP CPU: Rev 2.01.07 to 2.01.09) (Pages App.G-11, App.G-18)
GCUD Software change (Rev 1.01.04 to 1.01.05) (Pages App.H-16, App.H-17)
Software change (Main CPU: Rev 2.01.09 to 2.01.11 / Oven CPU: Rev 2.01.09 to 2.01.11 /
GC-HMI: Rev 2.01.03 to 2.01.04) (Pages 1-97, 5-40, 7-3 to 7-10)
Corrections (Pages 1-3, 1-97, 2-1, 2-2, 6-1 to 6-3)
Jul. 2015/7th Edition
Software change (Main CPU: Rev 2.01.06 to 2.01.07) (Pages 5-40, 5-66, 5-69, 5-72, 5-92, App.E-5, App.E-7, App.E-8)
Delete SHDSL (Pages 1-13, 2-31, App.C-4, App.C-5, App.C-7)
Corrections (Pages 1-16, 3-34, 6-16 to 6-18, 7-4, 7-11, App.C-2)
Feb. 2015/6th Edition
Software change (Main CPU: Rev 2.01.04 to 2.01.06)
Specification changes to the gate tracking function (Pages 1-94, 1-95, 5-63, 5-66, 5-70, App. E-9)
Nov. 2014/5th Edition
Addition type 4 (programmed-temperature oven), corrections, etc.
Nov. 2013/4th Edition
Add cautions and corrections, etc. (Pages xiv, xvi, xix, 1-26, 1-28, 2-23, 2-24, 5-14, 5-40, 5-88, 6-14, 6-15,
6-25, 6-26)
Sep. 2013/3rd Edition
Add Cautions (Pages viii, ix, xix, 1-10, 1-20, 2-24 to 26, 2-33, 2-35, 5-40, 6-2)
Description change of Safety Standard and EMC standard (Pages 1-14, App. C-2, App. C-7)
Explanation change and correction of typo (Pages vii, 1-33, 1-73, 1-78 to 81, 1-84, 3-22, 3-23, 4-36, 5-67,
5-68, 5-76, 5-83, 5-84, 5-90, 5-91, 6-3, 6-8, 6-26, 6-27, 6-43, App. C-6, App. D-13, App. D-14, App. E-3
to 4, App. E-6 to 7, App. E-9 to 10, App. E-12 to 13, App. E-17 to 18, App. G-2, App. G-5, App. G-10 to
12, App. G-17 to 18, App. H-2, App. H-16 to 17)
May 2012/2nd Edition
ATEX, IECEx certification is added.
Appendix H (GCUD) is added.
Correction of errors.
Nov. 2011/1st Edition
Newly published
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