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Operating Manual SunSpray for SUNTEST

®

 XLS+

Instructions for the user:

This operating manual describes the SunSpray accessory (spraying unit) for the SUNTEST

®

 XLS+ weathering instru-

ment.

Please note that certain work may only be carried out by personnel with the proper qualification.

The following persons can be considered properly qualified:

•   Persons who have gained their knowledge in special training courses

•   Persons who have been trained for the operation and operating possibilities of the SUNTEST XLS+ instrument 

and the accessory based on this operating manual

•   Persons who are able to assess the activity that they perform based on work experience and instruction in the 

relevant safety conditions and recognize possible hazards

 

Service:

•   Work on the electrical components may only be carried out by qualified personnel

Cleaning:

•   Cleaning work on the accessories may only be carried out by trained personnel with instruction based on this 

operating manual

Please read this operating manual carefully before using the accessory for the first time in order to be able 

to use the existing scope of functions and to avoid possible damage to the accessory.

If special problems occur which are not explained in enough detail in this operating manual, please contact 

your supplier for your own safety.

1

Instructions for safe operation

 

Summary of Contents for SunSpray

Page 1: ...Operating Manual SUNSPRAY SunSpray for SUNTEST XLS ...

Page 2: ...mbH This does not apply to reproduction for company internal purposes The contents of the operating manual are subject to change at any time without notice The German version of this oper ating manual is binding for translations into foreign languages Atlas Material Testing Technology GmbH 63589 Linsengericht Germany Trademarks SUNTEST XLS is a registered trademark of Atlas Material Testing Techno...

Page 3: ...unction 15 5 2 Safety devices 15 6 Start up 16 6 1 Starting the device for the first time 16 6 2 Checking the device components 16 6 3 Filling the water tank 17 6 4 Emptying the water tank 18 6 5 Mounting the protective plate 18 6 6 Inserting the sample table 18 6 7 Inserting the water deflector plate 18 6 8 Incoming power connection 19 7 Operation 20 7 1 Menu structure of the device control 20 7 ...

Page 4: ...ements 13 Fig 4 1 View from the front and right 14 Fig 5 1 Equipment function 15 Fig 6 0 Filling the water tank 17 Fig 6 1 Inserting the sample table 18 Fig 6 2 Inserting the deflector plate BST sensor 18 Fig 6 3 Incoming power connection 19 Fig 7 1 Menu structure 20 Fig 8 1 Turning off the device 21 ...

Page 5: ...l Persons who are able to assess the activity that they perform based on work experience and instruction in the relevant safety conditions and recognize possible hazards Service Work on the electrical components may only be carried out by qualified personnel Cleaning Cleaning work on the accessories may only be carried out by trained personnel with instruction based on this operating manual Please...

Page 6: ...regulations of the trade cooperative associations BGV A 3 must be observed Instruct the operating and cleaning personnel in the operation and care of the instrument based on these instructions Unauthorized modifications to the instrument are not permitted for safety reasons Warranty Atlas MTT GmbH guarantees the safety and functional capability of the instrument only on condition that Only origina...

Page 7: ...e to observe this may lead to moderate to minor injury or material damage NOTE Gives tips for use and useful information Warning against electric shock Symbols on the instrument CE conformity mark REFERENCE TO DISPOSAL DIRECTIVE WEEE The disposal of this product must comply with the EC Directive 2002 96 EG with regard to the used electrical and electronic equipment WEEE 1 1 Explanation of the symb...

Page 8: ...ial environment Improper use The SunSpray device may not be operated in rooms which do not meet the installation requirements No other spraying liquids apart from purified water may be used This device meets the following safety requirements DIN EN 61010 Part 1 Edition 2002 08 Safety regulations for electrically operated measuring control regulating and laboratory instruments General requirements ...

Page 9: ...tages 230 V 10 50 60 Hz The device is manufactured for the power supply network according to the confirmed sales order Disposal Observe the regulations for disposal Since March 24 2006 the manufacturer is obliged to take back the product according to the European directive 2002 96 EG WEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment in the corresponding national version Compliance with the RohS direct...

Page 10: ...or 2 2 Scope of delivery The SunSpray spraying system for the SUNTEST XLS instrument is not delivered ready for operation Separately packed components must be installed before operating This assembly may only be performed by an authorized Atlas MTT service technician to to ensure correct instal lation of the unit The scope of delivery includes Functional parts of the unit Spraying system water res...

Page 11: ...ce dimensions W x D x H 90 cm x 48 cm x 25 cm Device weight approx 22 kg without water Stand the device on a stable laboratory table with a non flammable surface and align the laboratory table horizontally Lift the device to move it otherwise the rubber feet could slip off the screws NOTE minimum load carrying capacity of the laboratory table The sum of the weight of the SUNTEST XLS and a SunSpray...

Page 12: ...flow control There is an overflow spout on the back which must be connected to a drain opening by means of a hose pipe ID 19 mm The coupling provided serves to connect to a purified water supply for automatic filling Connection water supply G 3 8 inch The purified water must have the following characteristics Conductivity 5 μS cm pH value 6 8 max silicate content 1 ppm NOTE water quality Make sure...

Page 13: ...tion site must be ensured NOTE gripping points on the SUNTEST XLS The SUNTEST XLS may only be held and lifted with the handles mounted into the sides of the unit Installing the device fig 1 Stand the SunSpray either on the floor or on a stable non flammable laboratory table and align horizontally Place the SUNTEST XLS on the SunSpray Lift the SUNTEST XLS 1 by the handles 2 and place on the SunSpra...

Page 14: ...r 3 Housing cover with protective plate against escaping water 4 Connecting cable for connection to the SUNTEST XLS 5 Incoming power cable connection 6 Sample table with water drain slits 7 Position points for SUNTEST XLS 8 On Off Switch Fig 4 1 6 8 9 7 3 4 5 2 1 7 8 A E D C B 9 Maintenance door electrical section A BST sensor holder B Water pump C Float switch D Float valve E Rain rod ...

Page 15: ...nd fed back into the water reservoir through the openings in the sample table The SunSpray is controlled completely by the SUNTEST XLS Fig 5 1 Water supply The filling level of the water reservoir is monitored by an automatically closing float switch on the back of the device a magnetic switch signals a low filling level to the program control in case of error The water reservoir is emptied by the...

Page 16: ... testing the device Turn the device off at the ON OFF switch Pull the electrical plug out of the socket and secure against reconnecting Check whether the device is voltage free Only parts which are in good operating condition en sure the functional reliability of the SunSpray and the SUNTEST XLS instrument Check the device com ponents listed below for damage and correct operation before starting o...

Page 17: ...pH value 6 8 max silicate content 1 ppm Connection to an external water treatment system fig 6 0 1 Fasten a hose ID 19 mm to the nozzle 1 for the overflow on the back of the device and make sure that the ball valve 2 is closed 2 Connect the enclosed coupling bushing to the external water system hose ID 10 mm and then plug to the opposite side of the quick coupling 3 on the back of the device 3 The...

Page 18: ...uching the bottom of the SUNTEST XLS evenly to prevent water penetrating the areas outside the test chamber 6 6 Inserting the sample table Insert sample table for spraying in the test chamber fig 6 1 1 Insert sample table for spraying in the test chamber of the SUNTEST XLS so that the sample table is sitting on the left and right hand housing frame of the test chamber 5 2 Place the BST sensor into...

Page 19: ...evice 1 Before connecting to the incoming power check whether the values of the power supply network of the operating rooms match the data on the rating plate on the back of the device 2 If the data for voltage V and maximum current A do not match the device may not be connected 3 Fig 6 3 Insert the PE plug 1 on the back of the device with one side into the light equipment socket 2 and the other s...

Page 20: ...ge User interface Optional depending on device Brightness TouchScreen Calibration Indication Service Printer Serial interface Memory card Options Delete Delete Message list Device data Copy Data output Show data User login Settings Edit test Device Calibration Filter system Lamp age Rack Auto start Clock Options New XENOSENSIV Calibration E Calibration BST 300 400nm 300 800nm 340nm 420nm LUX BST B...

Page 21: ...the SUNTEST instrument 7Operation 7 2 Setting options 8Shut down 8 1 Turning off the device The instrument can be turned off at the end of or inter ruption of a test program Turn off at the end of the test program Set the switch on the front of the SunSpray to position O To interrupt the test program turn off the instrument 1 Interrupt the program run on the SUNTEST XLS Press the STOP key 2 Fig 8 ...

Page 22: ...ual SunSpray for SUNTEST XLS 22 9Troubleshooting 9 1 Error messages and troubleshooting A list of all error messages and necessary trouble shooting steps can be found in the SUNTEST instrument software documentation ...

Page 23: ...TT Technical Service The instructions in the operating manual are observed NOTE service package Atlas offers a service package especially targeted to the instrument which includes inspection measuring service and calibration service 10 2 Repair Repair work may only be performed by appropriately trained and qualified personnel or by Atlas MTT Techni cal Service Only original spare parts may be used...

Page 24: ...hose into the drain 3 Open the drain tap and empty the water tank 4 Dry the water tank well with a clean cloth 5 Clean with a liquid stainless steel cleaner without bleach accessing through the open door of the SUNTEST XLS 6 Rinse out with purified water to prevent cleaner residue from getting into the water circuit Cleaning the device surface CAUTION plastic surfaces Parts of the device surface a...

Page 25: ...50 60 Hz Nominal current 0 5 A Nominal power 0 2 kW Device fuse 10 A F Rain pump not automatic drawn Water capacity Capacity of the water reservoir 40 l Water quality Conductance 5 µS cm pH value 6 8 max silicate content 1 ppm Water pressure max 3 5 bar 50 PSI Water consumption purified water Spraying max 0 2 l min Dimensions and weights Dimensions in cm 90 x 48 x 25 W x D x H Empty weight approx ...

Page 26: ...Operating Manual SunSpray for SUNTEST XLS 26 12Notes 12 Notes ...

Page 27: ... 27 Operating Manual SunSpray for SUNTEST XLS 13Declaration of conformity ...

Page 28: ...nual SunSpray for SUNTEST XLS 28 Atlas Material Testing Technology GmbH Vogelsbergstr 22 63589 Linsengericht Germany p 49 6051 707 140 f 49 6051 707 149 email info atlasmtt de www atlas mts com Id Nr 56352414 02 09 ...

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