Cryogauge 200 User Manual V1.0
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1. 18 sA TOO ONE ____________________ 20 5 5 RESTORE DEFAULT FACTORY VALUES nach sea rte 21 6 APPENDIX A TECHNICAL 22 7 APPENDIX B SETUP ERROR CODES eme catamaran 23 8 APPENDIX C TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE sisicisestncsenscandeonastxacscxsdnianendnacenasevdcvandeaceunss 24 9 APPENDIX D SPARES amp ACCESSORIES a sant 26 10 APPENDIX E CONFIGURATION CODES 27 11 APPENDIX F SETTINGS FITTING iris 29 12 APPENDIX WARRANTY STATEMENT 30 13 PEN IR _____________________ 31 13 1 DECLARATION CONFORMITY DOC 31 14 APPENDIX I END LIFE DISPOSAL 32 CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 1 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 1 SAFETY WARNINGS THESE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THE UNIT THIS MANUAL ASSUMES THAT YOU ARE ALREADY TRAINED AND COMPETENT IN THE SAFE USE AND HANDLING OF CRYOGENIC FLUIDS AND CRYOGENIC ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Persons handling cryogenic liquids liquid nitrogen argon or carbon dioxide should be aware of the dangers associated with their extreme cold and also the possibility of asphyxiation should large volumes of liquid or gas be discharged in confined or poorly ventilated areas Persons handling liquid oxygen must also be aware of it2. 1 514 19 31 0 tina 1001 9 4d 39NV1I9VdV9 440 ee FONVY LNAWAYNSVAWN WLOL 49d 48000 4922 00 7 www quantumcryogenics com 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 SERVICING The outside of the CryoGauge enclosure may be cleaned using a clean damp not wet cloth and a mild detergent if required DO NOT USE ANY OTHER SOLVENT FOR CLEANING as some solvents may attack the plastic or seals The unit is battery operated it is recommended to replace the battery at least every 2 years or sooner depending on usage Ensure waste batteries are properly disposed of responsibly They can be deposited in normal battery recycling bins The battery is 1 5V AA LR6 type It is located on the reverse of the PCB Care should be taken to avoid damaging the PCB when accessing the battery It is recommended that the battery 15 secured in holder with a zip tie This 15 to ensure battery does not become loose if the unit is subject to knocks or vibration 1 12 Figure 5 1 CRYOGAUGE 200 BATTERY LOCATION Inaccurate readings or failure of the equipment may result if appreciable amounts of water condense within the probe of the CryoGauge The CryoGauge probe has been designed primarily for use in sealed pressurised cryogenic vessels If the probe is removed from the vessel whilst it is still cold both the open end of the probe and its breather hole must
3. a 3 4 me Figure 3 2 3 4 UNF PARALLEL MALE VESSEL ADAPTOR ON 8MM OD PROBE WITH SHOULDERED OLIVE AND TUBING NUT BEFORE COMPRESSION Loosely assemble components to check fit and required alignment Tighten the tubing nut by hand DO NOT USE TOOLS Double check positions and ensure olive sits squarely in fitting Using the correct size of spanner 13mm for 8mm OD tube applications 17mm for 10mm OD applications tighten the tubing nut a further 1 3 4 turns Use pen marks to ensure the correct amount of rotation 15 applied AON N Figure 3 3 EXAMPLE PEN MARKS TO ENSURE CORRECT ROTATION IS APPLIED Note Initial tightening may require application of a torque value that is higher than sealing torque value given below Initial tightening is to provide correct amount of compression of the tube and olive but will not necessarily form a satisfactory seal CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 10 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 5 Loosen tubing nut completely and check that olive has correctly swaged bitten into tube Refer to example pictures below Figure 3 4 UN SWAGED UN COMPRESSED OLIVE LEFT CORRECTLY SWAGED COMPRESSED OLIVE RIGHT NOTE UNIFORM DEFORMATION OF TUBE AND CHANGE IN SHAPE OF OLIVE SHOULDERS Figure 3 5 INCORRECTLY SWAGED COMPRESSED OLIVE NOTE OLIVE IS NOT SQUARE TO TUBE AND INCONSISTENT TUBE DEFORMATION Note It may still be possible to rotate olive on tube Final seal is only create
4. QUANTUM CRIDEN CRYOGAUGE 200 CAPACITANCE LEVEL GAUGE INSTALLATION amp OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL 20 08 15 FIRMWARE REV 2 31 Quantum Cryogenics Quantum Cryogenics Units 1 3 Hatherleigh Industrial Estate 7A Lupton Road Hatherleigh Thame Devon EX20 3LP Oxfordshire OX9 3SE T 44 0 1844 339993 F 44 0 1844 339996 W www quantumcryogenics com www quantumcryogenics com COPYRIGHT QUANTUM CRYOGENICS 2015 THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF QUANTUM CRYOGENICS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED TO A THIRD PARTY IN ANY FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF QUANTUM CRYOGENICS QUANTUM CRYOGENICS IS A TRADING NAME OF QUANTUM PRODUCTION LTD www quantumcryogenics com TABLE OF CONTENTS SARETI WARNINGS a a 2 2 INTRODUCTION PRODUCT 4 2 VISUAL REFERENCE cee ete 6 AR RRON __________________ 8 3 1 1 CE Serrin ee 8 8 5 12 3 1 4 OPERATING AT HIGH 50 12 OR RON ee tt 14 CONTROLS AND INDICAFORS ne ete 14 452 DISPIEAY INDICA INOIN Sis Se 14 ee a Re ee oat 17 EN 17 CARTON 18
5. 1 Electrostatic Discharge A2 EN 61000 4 3 2002 Radiated RF Immunity 80 MHz to 2 7 GHz TESTED BY Electronic Test amp Calibration Ltd Caddsdown Industrial Park Clovelly Road Bideford EX39 3DX Identification of signatory empowered to bind the manufacturer or his authorised representative manufacturer or authorised representative manufacturer DATE December 2012 SIGNATURE NAME AND POSITION David Thornton Wood DIRECTOR CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 31 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 14 APPENDIX END OF LIFE DISPOSAL Quantum Cryogenics take great care to prevent our activities adversely affecting the environment we all live in Quantum Production Ltd is a member of Compliance Any Quantum supplied equipment may be returned for recycling and safe disposal when it reaches the end of its working life NOTE Depending on the nature of use it may be necessary to complete a decontamination process and provide documentary evidence that this has been completed and verified No deliveries or returns are accepted without a Returns Authorisation Number RAN Unauthorised returns will be returned to sender collect Please contact the Quantum Cryogenics for more details and returns authorisation WeeeCare Compliance Certificate of Membership _ Environment Agency Producer Registration Number WEE EC1538XW This is to certify that Quantum Production Ltd are a member of the WeeeCare Compliance Sch
6. 15 in setup mode Use A and buttons to navigate up and down the code menu Please refer to Appendix E for a full list of user accessible configuration codes C 10 15 the user configuration code for setting 100 level point When C 10 is displayed press and hold button B for 2 seconds and release This will set the 100 level point CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 20 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com The display will briefly show SEt followed by 10 and the unit will revert to normal operating mode This indicates the new setting has been accepted and saved Refit the front panel the 4 x M3 screws the lid and the 4 fasteners Take care to ensure seals are clean and correctly seated The CryoGauge 200 is now fully calibrated and ready to use 5 5 RESTORE DEFAULT FACTORY VALUES It is possible to restore the default factory settings of the CryoGauge It 15 also possible to restore some individual default values After performing any reset it is necessary to repeat the calibration process to ensure correct response 01 This restores the 0 level point to the factory setting This is normally the bottom end of the probe 69 This clears all user entered values and data and returns the CryoGauge to default factory settings To action C69 press and hold button A While still holding button A press and release button A progress bar will appear Continue to hold
7. 200 the display will show the following Setup Error Codes If performing the further check remedial action does not resolve the problem please contact Quantum Cryogenics Code Description Further check Remedial action SEt Negative Sensor capacitance Is within Check and perform 0 reading out normal range but the recalibration of probe as of range calculated reading is out of necessary calibrated range This indicates incorrect 0 and or FULL 100 set points SEt reading over Sensor capacitance is within Check and perform 100 range normal range but the recalibration of probe as calculated reading is out of necessary range This indicates incorrect 0 and or FULL 100 set points Probe open Probe capacitance is below Check probe connection to circuit fault measurable range of the PCB gauge head display indicating an open circuit fault on the probe 04 Probe short Probe capacitance Is above Check probe outer cylinder 15 circuit fault measurable range of the PCB not in contact with probe indicating a short circuit fault inner cylinder Bent or on the probe damaged probe Probe in contact with bottom of vessel Vessel adaptor over tightened Set point The 0 level is set as being Check and perform inversion higher than the FULL 100 recalibration of probe as level This indicates incorrect necessary 0 and FULL 100 set points Battery voltage Battery voltage below C
8. CryoGauge has been calibrated at low pressure it may fail to recognise when a vessel is full and display an artificially low reading CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 12 of 32 NOISSINY3d 1 S666EE 0 00 7 WHOS ANY NI ALHVd OL 085070610 HO 366 6 INVHL 8 LHVd 5 WNLNYN 40 ALHAdOHd IHL SI SIHL NOIdN1 YZ LINN NOOT ISL SONVOOANO 25 5 TASSSA YANNI WOLLOS ANY 380d TASSSAA YANNI NIHLIM 2 9 VIS 11SS3A WALSAS iti ONLLHVLS3H NOLLYTIVLSNI IHL ONY ONILSAL 38416653444 SGUVAONVLS HOLdVAV ONY 3000 IVNOLLYN 1V901 TIY JASSAA JAO9Y 1 S 3A331S ANY LNN ONISNL JONVLSIC WNNININ 9 TWAS 31VI dO ddY SVH YOLdVOV 135537 AYNSNA TASSAA YANNI SHL SCISNI 5 A 11934409 51 140d dOL YVAN YSHLVAYE AYNSNA 1105 SAYNSVAW OL 3404 MOTIVY OL 1 55 JHL 30 WOLLOS JHL ONIHONOL LON 18 OL 35010 SI 3404 AO AYNSNA AYNSO TONS 321 LNIATHQA OL 14553 SAO8V SLOAPOUd WWOOL SYNSNA YAYMA OL ONILLIS S2dAL 480d ON
9. be sealed immediately to prevent water condensing within the probe and then kept sealed until the probe has warmed to the ambient temperature Regularly check the enclosure for signs of damage or cracking that could lead to water ingress If water ingress is identified or suspected please contact Quantum Cryogenics for advice It is recommended to replace the lid every 2 years to avoid issues with sealing CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 17 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 5 2 CALIBRATION The CryoGauge is factory configured with basic settings prior to delivery The 0 level will be set to the bottom of the probe The FULL 100 level will need to be calibrated when fitted The following changes are possible to recalibrate the CryoGauge If any changes are necessary then they should be performed in the order shown below following any other order may result in incorrect calibration and subsequent incorrect function Please note that on significantly long or short probes error codes may be displayed until the calibration process has been completed To access the set up buttons use a PZ No 2 screwdriver to undo the 4 screws on the clear lid and remove the lid Take care to avoid scratching the lid Please note the enclosure lid screws are covered on some models The screw covers can be gently levered out to reveal the lid screws Remove the printed front panel of the CryoGauge by removing the 4 x M3 screws using a PZ No 1 screwdriver This will reveal
10. button A until rSt is displayed This takes approximately 10 seconds The display will briefly show rSt and the unit will revert to normal operating mode This indicates the reset has been successful If ESC is shown during the process the procedure has not been followed correctly Repeat the process taking care to press and hold the buttons as specified above There is no UNDO function Once the reset has been actioned it will be necessary to configure and calibrate the probe from scratch CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 21 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 6 APPENDIX A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MECHANICAL Dimensions excluding probe 82 x 80 x 56 mm w h d Weight 0 5 kg Probe material Stainless steel Diameter 8 mm Length to suit vessel Display head enclosure Polycarbonate Absolute Maximum Operating Pressure of 1000 psi 69 bar Probe Probe body is rated to a maximum working pressure of 1000 psi 69 bar Standard supplied brass fittings are rated to 725 psi 50 bar only For applications with working pressure in excess of 725 psi 50 bar please contact Quantum Cryogenics ENVIRONMENTAL 5 40 C 0 90 RH 65 ELECTRICAL 1 5 Volts from internal Battery Digital LCD meter scaled 0 to 100 Power Indicator Display active CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 22 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 7 APPENDIX SETUP ERROR CODES In the unlikely event of a problem with the CryoGauge
11. process Note 2 If operating at high pressure gt 10 bar 145 psi refer to 3 1 4 OPERATING AT HIGH PRESSURES CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 25 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 9 APPENDIX SPARES amp ACCESSORIES The table below is a summary of the common accessories compatible with CryoGauge Please contact Quantum Cryogenics for further details and the latest pricing Part Number Battery 1 5V AA LR6 8mm Tubing nut and olive 8mm TUBE sleeve 8mm SHOULDER OLIVE Vessel adaptor various 1 amp 2 VESSEL ADAPTOR Please state vessel make and model 2 BSPT male PCB Please contact Quantum Cryogenics Display Enclosure Please contact Quantum Cryogenics Enclosure Lid only CryoGauge 200 LID a default standard 1 Due to the way fittings swage crimp into the probe outer tube it is not possible to change the fitting type once it has been tightened 2 Please state required thread forms at time of ordering Please contact Quantum Cryogenics for further information and ordering details CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 26 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 10 APPENDIX CONFIGURATION CODES The table below is a summary of the common configuration and setup codes Show system information Restore all factory pre sets default values Show min max input signal Clear min max input signal record Setting changed This mode 15 maintained until another button 15 pressed to exit this mode To enter setup mode p
12. saved CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 19 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com NOTE If the probe is in liquid when the 0 level is set the current liquid level will become 0 level point NOTE If the probe is not vertical when the 0 level point is set an offset voltage will be present when the probe is subsequently vertical This is due to the probe inner moving position in relation to the probe outer This effect becomes more pronounced with longer probe lengths 5 4 100 LEVEL SET The 100 and 0 level points are independent Although it is usually more convenient to start with an empty vessel Having confirmed 0 level has been set correctly and the probe correctly installed in the vessel filling can commence IMPORTANT NOTE Vessel filling should only be attempted by suitably trained and experienced persons NOTE If the 100 level point has not been previously set the CryoGauge will give an incorrect reading or setup error code during the initial filling this is to be expected To establish the 100 level point during this fill the vessel should be allowed to fill until liquid is seen to exit from the vent indicating the vessel is at maximum capacity Once filled the vessel should be allowed to settle for a minimum 15 minutes before setting the 100 level point To enter user setup mode press and hold button B for approximately 6 seconds and release The display will show ESC and the service icon will flash indicating unit
13. with the Specifications the Customer shall be entitled without prejudice to its rights generally to reject the same or such part of them Any breakages or deficiencies must be notified in writing to the carrier immediately by the Customer and to the Company within the Inspection Period Inspection shall be deemed to have taken place only when the Products are inspected and examined by a person duly authorised by the Customer Any failure to inform the Company of any defect in the Products or non compliance with the Specifications during the Inspection Period shall be deemed to be an acceptance of the Products by the Customer and the Company shall not be liable for that Order 5 4 In the event that the Customer rejects any Products under Clause 5 3 for a reason accepted by the Company the Company shall at tts own expense repair or replace the Products or credit the Customer s account with amounts paid in respect of any Products if the Customer chooses to return such Products 55 Subject to Clauses 5 6 and 5 7 below the Warranty shall be valid for 12 twelve months from the date of acceptance or deemed acceptance determined in accordance with Clause 5 2 above Notwithstanding the foregoing the Warranty shall be subject to the following conditions a the Company shall not be liable for any defects in the Products arising from any Specifications supplied by the Customer or b the Company shall not be liable for any liability arising from an
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15. CK CAN KILL Isolate all power supplies before opening enclosures or attempting to connect disconnect equipment All electrical installation must only be carried out by a qualified electrician or other suitably qualified and competent person CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 3 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 2 INTRODUCTION PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The CryoGauge 200 15 an indicating capacitance liquid level gauge for use with cryogenic fluids Typically liquid nitrogen LN2 liquid argon Ar and liquid carbon dioxide CO2 This unit can only be used in liquid oxygen O2 LOX if specifically cleaned and labelled CLEANED FOR OXYGEN SERVICE The CryoGauge assembly typically comprises of the following parts 8mm OD rigid stainless steel probe e Display head enclosure with LCD display e Threaded vessel adaptor fitting assembly NOTE Probe length and vessel adaptor styles vary depending upon the model of vessel to which the CryoGauge is being fitted It is important the correct probe dimensions are specified at time of ordering Figure 2 1 CRYOGAUGE 200 WITH FITTING TOOLS CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 4 of 32 200 6X0 5 AVW LHVd 52 WNLNYNO 40 ALYAdONd IHL SI ONMVHO SIHL GY NOLdM YZ LINN ISL 002 ADNVIOOAND 521 390 42 31V9S YOLdVdV ISSSSA 4 3H1V344 QS TIVLSNI WA
16. OOL 1 JALOV 1 6 lt 00 7 www quantumcryogenics com 2 1 VISUAL REFERENCE GUIDE CALIBRATION SETUP BUTTONS PROBE CONNECTION TO DISPLAY HEAD ON REVERSE SIDE VALID INDICATOR HEALTHY HEART 0 100 LEVEL DISPLAY LCD SCREEN BEAT LID AND FACEPLATE SCREWS PRESSURE RELIEF SEAL O8MM PROBE TUBING NUT SHOULDER OLIVE VESSEL ADAPTOR FITTING BREATHER HOLE COVERED WITH PROTECTIVE TAPE Figure 2 3 CRYOGAUGE 200 VISUAL REFERENCE GUIDE CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 6 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com Figure 2 4 CRYOGAUGE 200 EXAMPLE SERIAL NUMBER AND SPECIFICATION LABEL NOTE The probe base capacitance value is written on the large brass nut inside the display enclosure This capacitance value is for the probe alone and does not include the additional capacitance that can be provided by the CryoGauge PCB assembly and other wiring This value is measured dry at ambient temperatures and pressures When viewing the capacitance output C60 the displayed value may vary from the written capacitance value under the same conditions Figure 2 5 CRYOGAUGE BASE PROBE CAPACITANCE CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 7 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 3 INSTALLATION 3 1 1 PRE FITTING CHECKS IMPORTANT NOTE Please read and understand these instructions below BEFORE attempting to fit CryoGauge A vessel prepared for the fitting of
17. Y 13553 TIV OL SAN ddV NOILVWYHOSNI SIHL SALON SV 1d 9VLO0 VV www quantumcryogenics com 4 OPERATION 4 1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Figure 4 1 CRYOGAUGE 200 DISPLAY HEAD There are no external controls on the CryoGauge The display remains on continuously The percentage level is displayed to the nearest 5 A heart beat icon on the display indicates the probe 15 functioning correctly Please refer to calibration procedure for details of setup controls 4 2 LCD DISPLAY INDICATIONS Flashing heartbeat and level display The flashing heart icon shows that the unit is running but not necessarily set up correctly or working The value displayed is the current percentage level reading to the nearest 5 Please contact Quantum Cryogenics should you wish to change the display resolution 1 5 10 Flashing SERVICE icon The flashing SERVICE icon shows that the unit is in setup mode CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 14 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com Continuous SERVICE icon The continuous SERVICE icon not flashing accompanied by a setup error code indicates that there is a setup mistake or fault with the unit Please refer to appendix C for setup error code information Level display 100 100 indicates the probe is reading 100 NOTE When in setup mode after 2 minutes of inactivity the unit will return to normal operation CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 15 of 32 61
18. a CryoGauge should be empty and depressurised The vessel should have a threaded hole in its head suitable for accepting a threaded vessel adapter assembly 2 BSP Taper male default thread size unless specified Various adapters to suit most configurations can be purchased from Quantum Cryogenics CryoGauge probes are built to suit specific vessels and customer specified applications It is important that the probe is of the correct length It is recommended to carefully check the probe length and trial fit the probe before final fitting and tightening of tubing nut Refer to drawing A4 00146 CRYOGAUGE PROBE POSITIONING DIAGRAM The probe needs be the correct length to allow measurement over the entire depth of the vessel The CryoGauge cannot measure liquid levels below the bottom of the probe e The probe must not touch the bottom of the vessel as this could result in a short circuit The probe should contact the bottom of the vessel and then be raised 12mm 1 2 The probe breather hole must be within the inner vessel below the vessel adaptor to allow liquid to rise and fall freely within the probe The CryoGauge cannot measure liquid levels above the breather hole CryoGauge head enclosure should a minimum of 100mm 4 above the vessel adaptor This is particularly important for high pressure and oxygen based applications If upon trial fitting the CryoGauge does not meet the above conditions the probe is
19. d when pre compressed olive and fittings are tightened to sealing torque value It should not be possible to move the olive along the length of the tube 6 Using a torque wrench re tighten tubing nut and torque to CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 11 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 8mm OD 12 4 Nm 9 2 Ib ft 10mm 21 5 Nm 15 9 Ib ft Do not over tighten connections as this will cause thread stress IMPORTANT NOTE When using crow foot spanner adapters on torque wrench reduce torque setting to account for added lever action of adapter length Follow all local and national codes and standards for pressure testing and leak checking the installation before start up of the system 3 1 3 LEVEL DISPLAY OFFSET After initial fitting and pressurisation of vessel it is possible that the CryoGauge will display a value of 3 even though the vessel is known to be empty This is due to minor deflection movement of the probe under pressure To correct this effect it is necessary to re set the 0 level point with the vessel empty and at normal working pressure Pressurise the empty vessel to normal operating pressure and follow the procedure outlined in section 5 2 1 0 LEVEL SET 3 1 4 OPERATING AT HIGH PRESSURES When operating at high pressures typically gt 10 bar 145 psi it is important that the FULL 100 calibration setting is performed at the normal operating pressure The dielectric constant for LN2 is lower at higher pressures If the
20. eme EA approved registration WEE MP3538PZ SCR and therefore fulfil their obligations in accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2006 Compliance period ist January 2012 WeeeCare Plic a silver lining industries company signed Qs Pie WE ea CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 32 of 32
21. heck and replace battery as low threshold necessary On some earlier versions of firmware the following codes may be displayed 501 or E01 Read as SEt 0 in above table 502 or E02 Read as SEt 100 in above table 505 or 05 Read as U01 in above table Drawing A4 00194 CRYOGAUGE ERROR RESPONSE DIAGRAM illustrates the above error codes CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 23 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 8 APPENDIX C TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE How to use this trouble shooting guide Read down the Problem column to find matching problem Read across to the Check column and perform recommended check If check responds VEGA7 VE perform Remedial Action If problem persists perform subsequent Check and Remedial Action Repeat until resolved or call engineer or return item s to Quantum Cryogenics Problem Check Remedial Action response from unit internal battery No change in Breather hole blocked covered Remove probe from vessel to displayed level when OR warm and dry Only refit vessel 15 filled and or Ice and moisture within the when completely dry Ensure emptied See note 1 probe breather hole is within inner vessel Probe registers 0 Check 0 level point Follow calibration procedure before vessel has completely emptied Probe does not reach 0 although vessel has completely emptied Probe registers FULL before vessel has completely filled Probe does not reach FULL although vessel has completely filled D
22. isplayed percentage reading Is not linearly proportional to the vessel volume Check 0 level point Follow calibration procedure Check FULL 100 level point Also see note 1 below Follow calibration procedure Check FULL 100 level point Also see note 1 and 2 below Follow calibration procedure Check vessel shape Vessels often Contact Quantum have dished ends that can lead Cryogenics for help creating to non linear readings especially non linear conversion chart close to 100 full and 0 table empty Check for leak using leak detector bubble spray Attempt to tighten nip up leak location If necessary replace seal Take care not to over tighten threaded connections Suspected leak around probe fitting Vessel adaptor fitting swaged into wrong position Display shows 3 when vessel 15 pressurised but empty CRYOGAUGE 200 Check displayed value when vessel is empty and depressurised It is not possible to reposition the tubing sleeve once it has been swaged into the probe Please contact Quantum Cryogenics Follow calibration procedure with vessel empty but at normal working pressure Page 24 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com If the above has not resolved your issue please contact Quantum Cryogenics for further advice and assistance Note 1 In the event of first filling and the FULL 100 level has not been correctly set please ignore error message and continue with filling and set up
23. ment NOTE Depending on the nature of use it may be necessary to complete a decontamination process and provide documentary evidence that this has been completed and verified prior to returning goods No deliveries or returns are accepted without a Returns Authorisation Number RAN Unauthorised returns will be automatically rejected and returned to sender collect Please contact the Quantum Cryogenics for more details and returns authorisation CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 30 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 13 APPENDIX H 13 1 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DoC QUANTUM ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE 2004 108 EC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT FOR MEASUREMENT CONTROL AND LABORATORY USE COMPANY NAME QUANTUM PRODUCTION LIMITED COMPANY ADDRESS Units 1 3 Hatherleigh Industrial Estate Hatherleigh Devon EX20 3LP England APPARATUS NAME CRYOGAUGE 200 APPARATUS DESCRIPTION CAPACITANCE LEVEL GAUGE The above mentioned product complies with the essential requirements which are specified the directive 2006 95 EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility The product of the declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the following specifications non UKAS Electrical equipment for measurement EN 61326 1 2006 control and laboratory use EMC requirements 55011 1998 1 2 Radiated Emissions 61000 4 2 1995
24. ress and hold button B for approximately 6 seconds and release The display will show ESC and the service icon will flash indicating unit 15 in setup mode Use buttons A amp C to navigate up and down the code menu Press and hold button B for 2 seconds and release to action the code or change the variable The display will briefly show SEt followed by 00 and the unit will revert to normal operating mode This indicates the new setting has been accepted and saved CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 27 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com IMPORTANT NOTE Once button is pressed the setting will be changed over writing any previous value There is no UNDO function once the setting has been changed To correct a setup mistake it will be necessary to restart the setup calibration process It is necessary to re enter the setup mode for each configuration variable that requires configuring The unit will automatically exit setup mode and revert to normal operation mode after approximately 2 minutes of inactivity To manually exit configuration mode select ESC from the code menu and press button The input signal measurement units of the probe are expressed in pico farads pF The output engineering units are expressed in percentage CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 28 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 11 APPENDIX F SETTINGS FITTING SUMMARY Use this sheet to record information about
25. s potentially hazardous oxidising properties Carbon dioxide additionally has toxic properties Safety information provided by the suppliers of the cryogenic liquid must be read and understood before and followed during the installation and operation of this equipment Failure to observe all safety precautions may result in property damage personal injury and or death DO NOT TOUCH COLD SURFACES OR LIQUID WITH BARE SKIN CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 2 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com Cryogenic liquids extremely cold and exposure of skin or eyes to liquid cold gas or cooled objects may result in severe cold burn injury The use of eye face protection insulated gloves appropriate clothing and footwear is required Take time to consider these and other safety precautions that must be observed The standard CryoGauge must NOT be used with liquid oxygen Only CryoGauge units which have been specially cleaned and specifically labelled as CLEANED FOR OXYGEN SERVICE may be used with liquid oxygen This is due to the increased risk of fire or spontaneous combustion in pure or enriched oxygen environments The CryoGauge must be used only for the purpose and in the manner described in these instructions If used for other purposes or in a manner not specified performance of this equipment may be impaired The CryoGauge must not be used as a critical component in life support devices or systems ELECTRICAL SHO
26. slid over the stainless steel probe and the probe should then be inserted CAREFULLY through the hole in the centre of the adapter The probe should reach the bottom of the inner vessel and then be lifted approximately 12mm 7 clear to prevent a short circuit between the probe and vessel Take extreme care to avoid bending the probe or applying excessive sideways loading as this could result in the probe electrodes touching leading to a short circuit With the CryoGauge in place there must be 100mm of probe stainless steel shaft visible above the vessel adaptor Please refer to drawing A4 00146 CRYOGAUGE PROBE POSITIONING DIAGRAM Failure to ensure sufficient clearance above the vessel adaptor will result in ice build up around the CryoGauge head enclosure This will result in damage and water ingress This particularly applies to vessels operating at high pressure gt 21 psi 1 5 Bar and oxygen vessels If there is insufficient clearance between the vessel adaptor and probe head enclosure the probe is too short DO NOT TIGHTEN TUBING NUT Please contact Quantum Cryogenics IMPORTANT NOTE Prior to final tightening of the tubing nut it is recommended to double check the CryoGauge function and level display reads 0 Once the tubing nut is tightened it is not possible to adjust the CryoGauge position further CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 9 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com VESSEL ADAPTOR TUBING NUT T SHOULDERED OLIVE arte gt 4
27. the wrong length and should be returned to Quantum Cryogenics Under no circumstances should the CryoGauge be modified or shortened IMPORTANT NOTE A small black rubber grommet is mounted to the underside of all CryoGauge head enclosures This is the pressure relief seal to prevent the head enclosure becoming pressurised in the event of a failure of the probe s internal seals Care should be taken to avoid obstructing or damaging this grommet 3 1 2 FITTING Ensure that all threaded connections are clean and free of any debris Ensure all tape and adhesive are removed from the breather hole and the end cap is removed from the open end of the probe The appropriate parallel threaded adapter should be screwed into the vessel head onto the copper gasket PTFE washer or O ring seal and then tightened firmly with a spanner If using a tapered threaded adaptor ensure an appropriate thread sealant such as PTFE 15 applied Do not over tighten connections as this will cause thread stress CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 8 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com Figure 3 1 TAPE COVERING BREATHER HOLE AND RUBBER END CAP MUST BE REMOVED Prior to inserting the probe into the vessel it is recommended to check the basic CryoGauge function and level display reads 0 Hold the CryoGauge in a vertically upright position Support the CryoGauge by the enclosure not the probe A tubing nut and tubing sleeve shouldered olive supplied with the adapter should be
28. the CryoGauge 200 This information may be helpful in the event of a problem CryoGauge Model Number CryoGauge Serial Number Cleaned for oxygen service YES NO Fitted to vessel Model Serial Number MWP PSI OR BAR Fluid Type AR CO2 LN2 02 Probe Length Overall Probe Length Active Capacitance 0 pF Capacitance 100 pF Vessel Adaptor Connecting thread on probe vessel Leak Test PASS FAIL Leak Test Pressure PSI OR BAR Fitted by Date indicate as required CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 29 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com 12 APPENDIX G WARRANTY STATEMENT Set out below are the warranty statements from the Quantum Production Ltd standard Terms and Conditions of Sale 2008 Quantum Cryogenics is a trading style of Quantum Production Ltd Please contact Quantum Cryogenics for a full copy of the terms and conditions of sale 5 2 Subject to Clauses 5 3 and 5 4 below the Company warrants to the Customer that the Products delivered shall be a in good condition on delivery b of the correct type quality weight and measurements if specified c in full accordance with the Specifications if any d reasonably fit for any purpose specified by the Customer and e complete with all manuals and documentation required if any 5 3 The Customer shall have seven 7 days from the Delivery Date Inspection Period in which to inspect the Products and if they or any part of them are not in accordance
29. the PCB The button positions are visible on the picture below Figure 5 2 CRYOGAUGE 200 PCB IMPORTANT NOTE There is no UNDO or RECALL function within the setup process If incorrect settings are entered it will be necessary to restart the setup process 5 3 0 LEVEL SET The CryoGauge comes factory set with the bottom of the probe being equal to 0 You should not need to adjust or change this setting unless the probe is subject to pressures gt 145 psi 10Bar part of the probe has been replaced and factory setting has not been possible CRYOGAUGE 200 Page 18 of 32 www quantumcryogenics com To manually set the 0 level point the probe must be clear of liquid in a vertical position Ensure the bottom of the probe is not touching the vessel To enter setup mode press and hold button for approximately 6 seconds and release The display will show ESC and the service icon will flash indicating the unit is in setup mode Use A and buttons to navigate up and down the code menu Please refer to Appendix E for a full list of configuration codes C 00 15 the user configuration code for setting 0 level point When 00 15 displayed press and hold button B for 2 seconds and release This will set the 0 level point The display will briefly show SEt followed by 00 and the unit will revert to normal operating mode This indicates the new setting has been accepted and
30. y fair wear and tear wilful damage negligence neglect failure to comply with statutory requirements including the maintenance of the Products misuse alteration or repair to of the Products without the Company s written approval or c the Company shall not be liable for any defects or damage arising from the Customer s failure to implement a procedure appropriate for the business environment of the Customer including storage conditions quality control and handling procedures appropriate for the Products and that the Customer shall ensure and procure that the procedure is complied with and regular checks made to ensure all procedures are maintained at all times or d a force majeure event occurs as defined in Clause 10 below 5 6 The Warranty shall exclude any physical damage to the Products 5 7 Any claim made under the Warranty shall be solely for the repair and replacement of parts provided the Customer shall return the Products for repair to the premises of the Company at the Customer s costs For the avoidance of doubt no repairs shall be undertaken on site at the premises of the Customer On site inspections shall only be provided if the Customer has entered into a services and maintenance agreement with the Company QUANTUM PRODUCTION LIMITED STANDARD CONDITIONS OF SALE 2008 Please ensure that all returns include relevant contact details Failure to supply contact information may result in a delay processing returned equip
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