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Service Guide Doc. No. 07-7030-00 Rev. 0
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This manual provides instructions for the trouble-
shooting, calibration, maintenance and repair or
replacement of all applicable systems and com-
ponents of the , Ci4000 and Ci5000
Weather-Ometers. These procedures should be
performed only by a qualified service technician.
Specifications may be subject to change without
notification.
Observe Precautions
Before conducting any procedures, read the warn-
ings and precautions in Section 2.0. Doing so will
help ensure your safety and minimize the poten-
tial for damage to the instrument. Beforehand,
always read the procedure that you will be con-
ducting to become familiar with the steps involved,
tools required and safety precautions.
Topics Covered
This manual covers the following topics:
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Troubleshooting
Power-up Malfunctions
Xenon Lamp & Power Circuit Malfunctions
Humidification Malfunctions
Chamber Overtemperature Malfunctions
CS-6 Lamp Cooling System Malfunctions
Blower System Malfunctions
Temperature Control Malfunctions
Specimen Rack Drive Malfunctions
Water Spray Malfunctions
Water Resistivity Monitor Malfunctions
Optional Chart Recorder Malfunctions
Data Panel Malfunctions
PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
Malfunctions
Optional Data Acquisition System Malfunctions
Reference Material Test Malfunctions (SRM)
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Calibration
Black Sensor (BPT and BST)
Chamber (dry bulb) Sensor
Relative Humidity
Lamp Wattage
Lamp Irradiance
Air valve (Damper)
Rack Speed Control
Resistivity Monitor
Lamp & Rack Alignment
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Maintenance
Lamp Water Fitting Gasket
Lamp Outer Filter Cleaning
Light Rod End Cleaning
Lamp Burner Socket Inspection
Test Chamber Cleaning
Demineralizer Cartridge Replacement
Flow Switch Filter Screen Cleaning
Lamp Water Reservoir Cleaning
Light Monitor Filter Replacement
Inlet Air Filter Cleaning
Humidifier Water Filter Cleaning
Humidifier - Inspection, Cleaning & Adjustment
Air Regulator Oil Trap Cleaning
Lamp, Rack & Light Rod Alignment
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Component Replacement
Relay Replacement
Sensor Replacement
Electric Motor Replacement
Solenoid Valve Replacement
Controller and Transmitter Replacement
Ignitor Replacement
Wattage Regulator Replacement
CS-6 Cooling Coil & Level Switches
Air Heater Replacement
Collector Ring Replacement
Rack Bearing Replacement
Chart Recorder Replacement
Data Panel and Software Downloading
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Appendix
A – PLC and Data Panel Software Configuration
B – Optional Yokogawa Chart Recorder Manual
C – Component Parts Lists
The Troubleshooting section is designed not only
to help you pinpoint and verify malfunctions, but
to provide a basic explanation of operating
principles of the various instrument subsystems.
Electrical block diagrams, while simplified, include
accurate component wiring designations.
Additional Questions
If you have questions or encounter problems that
are not addressed in this manual, please contact
Atlas Service at (773) 327-4520, or send a fax to
(773) 327-5787, Chicago, Illinois U.S.A.