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Operating Manual

Autoloader CS-i/CS-d

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Page 1: ... Eltra GmbH Retsch Allee 1 5 42781 Haan Germany 13 07 2020 Version 0003 Operating Manual Autoloader CS i CS d Translation ...

Page 2: ...2 Copyright Copyright by Eltra GmbH Retsch Allee 1 5 42781 Haan Germany ...

Page 3: ...nt cover 27 5 3 Removing the side cover 28 5 4 Replacing the side wall of the analyzer 29 5 5 Installing the furnace sensor 30 5 6 Attaching the Autoloader to the analyzer 31 5 7 Establishing the compressed air supply 32 5 8 Establishing communication with the analyzer 32 5 9 Activating manual operating mode 33 5 10 Aligning the Autoloader 34 5 11 Assembling the front cover 37 5 12 Assembling the ...

Page 4: ...Information about the Manual 4 ...

Page 5: ...C 1 1 Explanation of signs and symbols The following signs and symbols are used in this Manual Sign Meaning Additional or further information is shown here Further or additional information 1 First instruction 2 Next instruction Result Numbered paragraphs contain a series of instructions An instruction can end with a result Tab 1 Signs and symbols used 1 2 Disclaimer This Manual has been produced ...

Page 6: ...introduction by a competent person and or with the help of this Manual Incorrect operation may lead to personal injuries The operating company itself is responsible for its safety and that of its staff The operating company itself must ensure that no unauthorised personnel have access to the Autoloader Target group This covers everybody who operates cleans or works on the Autoloader This Autoloade...

Page 7: ...r serious injuries Source of the danger Possible consequences of failure to heed the risk Instructions and advice on how to avoid the risk Life threatening or serious injuries may ensue if the Warning signs are not complied with There is an increased risk of a serious accident or potentially fatal injury The signal word WARNING is also used in the running text or instructions CAUTION C1 0000 Risk ...

Page 8: ... with the Manual can therefore lead to injuries Read the Manual carefully before using the machine CAUTION C3 0015 Risk of injury Improper modifications to the Autoloader Improper modifications to the Autoloader can lead to injuries Do not make any unauthorised changes to the Autoloader Only use spare parts and accessories that have been approved by Eltra GmbH NOTICE N2 0012 Changes to the Autoloa...

Page 9: ...ltra GmbH Retsch Allee 1 5 42781 Haan Deutschland 2 4 Intended use The Autoloader CS i CS d is used for the automatic supply of 36 or 130 crucibles to the CS i and CS d analyzers from Eltra GmbH Use is only permitted in the laboratory by appropriately qualified and briefed personnel 2 5 Improper use Use in the private domain and the use of gases other than those set out in the Intended use chapter...

Page 10: ...losed Crucibles are furthermore held for at least 5 minutes in the event of a fault The following diagram shows the safety circuit procedure Fig 1 Flow diagram of the safety circuit Pneumatic pressure ok Top bottom cover assembled Autoloader switched on Furnace cover closed Crucible bin in place and not full Relay Power supply to the main board is established Power supply to the pneumatic valves i...

Page 11: ...Autoloader CS i CS d Fig 2 Safety symbols on the Autoloader CS i CS d Position Component Description 1 The warning sign at the top of the Autoloader warns about the risk of crushing to fingers and hands Unless explicitly stated the illustrations apply to both variants of the autoloader CS i CS d 1 ...

Page 12: ...ng side of the Autoloader CS i CS d Fig 3 Main switch on the Autoloader CS i CS d Position Component Description 1 Main switch Main switch on the operating side of the Autoloader Turn the Autoloader off as follows 1 Turn the Autoloader off by the main switch 1 The Autoloader has been turned off 1 ...

Page 13: ... for the machine to cool down WARNING W2 0003 Risk to life caused by an electric shock Using water to clean live parts Using water to clean the Autoloader can lead to life threatening injuries caused by an electric shock if the Autoloader has not been disconnected from the power supply Only clean the Autoloader with water when the Autoloader has been disconnected from the power supply CAUTION C4 0...

Page 14: ...assessment for the samples Where necessary wear suitable goggles or protective gloves Ensure there is sufficient ventilation CAUTION C7 0000 Risk of burns Flammable surface Crucibles can fall onto the surface or onto the floor e g if the compressed air fails or if the crucible bin is missing A fire may result if there is a flammable surface beneath the Autoloader or on the floor causing injuries P...

Page 15: ...es may result if fingers get caught in the movement Never reach into the crucible tray Always use the crucible tongs to move crucibles CAUTION C11 0000 Risk of injury Disregarding the safety devices Disregarding the safety instructions results in injuries Never operate the Autoloader without the safety devices Never operate the Autoloader without the protective hood on the front cover CAUTION C12 ...

Page 16: ...ucible drive moves the crucibles in the crucible tray If clothing e g long sleeves or ties or long hair get caught in the crucible transport they may be pulled in resulting in injuries Do not wear loose clothing when operating the Autoloader Tie up long hair before operating the Autoloader CAUTION C15 0021 Risk of injury External activation There is a risk of the Autoloading starting up inadverten...

Page 17: ...of Autoloader CS i CS d figure shows the 36 crucible Autoloader Position Component Description 1 Crucible tray For positioning crucibles with samples for analysis 2 Main switch For switching the Autoloader on and off 3 Adjustable machine bases 3 To adjust the height of the Autoloader 4 Crucible bin Bin for crucibles after the analysis 5 Gripper arm Transports the crucibles to the analyzer and cruc...

Page 18: ...bles with samples for analysis 2 Direction indicator Indicates the direction of movement of the crucible carrier 3 Main switch For switching the Autoloader on and off 4 Adjustable machine bases 3 To adjust the height of the Autoloader 5 Crucible bin Bin for crucibles after the analysis 6 Gripper arm Transports the crucibles to the analyzer and crucible bin 3 5 6 1 2 4 ...

Page 19: ...he Autoloader CS i CS d Position Component Description 1 Compressed air connection Connection for the compressed air connection from the analyzer to the Autoloader 2 Electrical connection Connection for the supplied power supply unit 3 Interface to the analyzer Connection to the analyzer 2 3 1 ...

Page 20: ...er Fig 7 Gripper arm positions of the Autoloader CS i CS d Position Component Description 1 Gripper arm position of the chain First step of the motion sequence 2 Gripper arm position for disposal Third step of the motion sequence 3 Gripper arm position for the analyzer Second step of the motion sequence 2 3 1 ...

Page 21: ...of the gripper arm Fig 8 Position of the light barrier and positioning disc with the front cover removed Position Component Description 1 Positioning disc For the automatic positioning of the gripper arm 2 Light barrier Light barrier to detect the position of the gripper arm 2 1 ...

Page 22: ...nsor that supervises the filling level of the crucible bin and inhibits operation of the autoloader if the bin is near to full Fig 9 Position of Optical Level Sensor 1 with the front cover removed Fig 10 Viewing window of Optical Level Sensor 1 with the front cover removed 1 1 ...

Page 23: ...ture problems Lifting the Autoloader unaided The weight of the Autoloader can cause injuries resulting from posture problems due to an unhealthy posture or inattentiveness when lifting Ensure you maintain a healthy posture when lifting the Autoloader CAUTION C17 0000 Risk of injury Sharp edges The sheet metal parts of the Autoloader can have sharp edges and cause injuries if not handled correctly ...

Page 24: ...ed Inform the forwarding agent and Eltra GmbH about transport damage within 24 hours 4 2 Temperature fluctuations and NOTICE N5 0016 Components damaged by condensation Temperature fluctuations The Autoloader may be exposed to significant temperature fluctuations during transport The condensation that arises can damage electronic components Wait until the Autoloader has acclimatised before putting ...

Page 25: ...to the surface or onto the floor e g if the compressed air fails or if the crucible bin is missing A fire may result if there is a flammable surface beneath the Autoloader or on the floor causing injuries Place the Autoloader on a fireproof surface Use fireproof flooring Operation of the Autoloader should always be supervised CAUTION C20 0000 Risk of injury Unsteady position of the Autoloader If n...

Page 26: ... the Autoloader Autoloader CS i CS d Position Component Description 1 Analyzer Position of the analyzer 2 The Autoloader Autoloader CS i CS d Position of the Autoloader next to the analyzer 3 Autoloader bases 4 Three adjustable bases on the Autoloader three visible Carry out the individual assembly steps in the following chapters 5 2 to 5 11 in sequence to install the Autoloader 3 1 2 ...

Page 27: ...ront cover Position Component Description 1 Operating side Operating side of the Autoloader 2 Bottom cover Bottom cover with space for the crucible bin 2 Position of screws 7 Seven screws secure the front cover on the Autoloader 3 Top cover Top cover with protective hood Remove the front cover as follows 1 Unscrew the screws 2 on the front covers 3 2 Remove the top and bottom cover The front cover...

Page 28: ...he following figure shows the operating side of the Autoloader Fig 13 Operating side of Autoloader CS i CS d with side cover Position Component Description 1 Side cover screws 4 For securing the side cover 2 Side cover Side cover of the Autoloader Remove the side cover as follows 1 Remove the side cover screws 1 2 Remove the side cover 2 from the front The side cover has been removed 1 2 ...

Page 29: ...as follows to do this Fig 14 Side wall with and without cut outs Position Component Description 1 Side wall screws 2x For securing the side wall of the analyzer 2 Side wall without cut outs Side wall supplied with the CS i CS d 3 Side wall with cut outs Side wall supplied with the Autoloader 1 Remove the screws 1 The side wall continues to be held by two brackets at the bottom 2 Lift the side wall...

Page 30: ...nalyzer is open 5 Remove the screws 2 and the lower furnace cover 1 6 Attach the magnetic sensor to the fixing bracket Both parts are supplied with the autoloader 7 Place sensor and the bracket 3 at the pneumatic cylinder as shown above 8 Adjust the correct height by moving the sensor vertical up and down The sensor must switch closed contact while the furnace is fully open Remark The sensor must ...

Page 31: ...ng to the analyzer Position Component Description 1 Mounting bracket at the back For securing the Autoloader to the back of the analyzer 2 Adjusting screw at the back For aligning the Autoloader 3 Locking screw at the back For securing the alignment at the back 4 Locking screw at the front For securing the alignment at the front 5 Adjusting screw at the front For securing the Autoloader to the fro...

Page 32: ...ed air hose and a tee See Technical data for details of the compressed air supply Establish the compressed air supply as follows 1 Ensure that the Autoloader has been set up see Setting up 2 Connect the supplied compressed air hose to the back of the Autoloader see Pos 1 in Back 3 Connect the other end of the compressed air hose to the tee 4 Connect the second compressed air hose to the tee and to...

Page 33: ...ction for manual mode 2 Button for manual control For going through the motion sequence of the Autoloader in individual steps Activate manual mode as follows 1 Ensure that the assembly steps 5 1 to 5 6 have been carried out 2 Connect the power plug on the supplied power supply unit to the operating company s power supply 3 Keep the button for manual control 2 pressed and plug the power cord from t...

Page 34: ...feet on the right must also be adjusted so that the autoloader is horizontal across its broad side Use a spirit level for this In manual mode it is possible to switch through individual steps of the Autoloader motion sequence We recommend carrying out multiple motion sequences cycles in manual mode when performing the mechanical settings The following figure shows the open operating side and one o...

Page 35: ...rews for aligning the Autoloader to the front or back Position Component Description 3 Back screw For aligning the Autoloader 4 Front screw For aligning the Autoloader Fig 20 Screws for aligning the Autoloader to the front or back Position Component Description 5 Autoloader base 2x For aligning the Autoloader 3 4 5 ...

Page 36: ...e tray on the analyzer and pick it up again there To do this move the Autoloader 6 Set the adjusting screws on the four Autoloader bases 1 as desired to adjust the height of the Autoloader The height has been correctly set when there is a small gap between the crucible in the gripper arm and the crucible tray on the analyzer before opening the gripper fingers Additionally for the 130 autoloader Al...

Page 37: ...erating side of the Autoloader 2 Bottom cover Bottom cover with space for the crucible bin 3 Position of screws 7x The front cover is secured on the Autoloader by seven screws 4 Top cover Top cover with protective hood Assemble the front cover as follows 1 First place the bottom cover 2 onto the Autoloader 1 2 Secure the bottom cover 2 using the screws 3 3 First place the top cover 4 onto the Auto...

Page 38: ...d use the first screw 1 to fix it in place 2 Screw in the remaining side cover screws 1 The side cover has been assembled 5 13 Establishing the power supply The power supply is established using the supplied power supply unit See Technical data for details of the power supply Establish the power supply as follows 1 Ensure that the assembly steps 5 1 to 5 10 have been carried out 2 Connect the supp...

Page 39: ...re commissioning The Autoloader has been installed see Installation Commission the Autoloader as follows 1 Turn the Autoloader on by the main switch see Pos 2 in Operating side The Status LED on the main switch of the Autoloader lights up The Autoloader has been commissioned ...

Page 40: ... necessary conduct a risk assessment for the samples Where necessary wear suitable goggles or protective gloves Ensure there is sufficient ventilation CAUTION C23 0005 Risk of injury Potentially explosive atmosphere The Autoloader is not suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres Operating the Autoloader in a potentially explosive atmosphere can lead to injuries caused by an explosion o...

Page 41: ...CAUTION C26 0000 Risk of injury caused by being pulled in Moving parts The crucible drive moves the crucibles in the crucible tray If clothing e g long sleeves or ties or long hair get caught in the crucible transport they may be pulled in resulting in injuries Do not wear loose clothing when operating the Autoloader Tie up long hair before operating the Autoloader CAUTION C27 0000 Risk of crushin...

Page 42: ...ted Autoloader Before starting an automatic analysis of multiple samples with the Autoloader the crucibles must be filled with samples in the desired order and placed on the crucible tray The Autoloader can be loaded with up to 36 or140 crucibles simultaneously The following figure shows the crucible tray from above Fig 23 Crucible tray with crucibles Position Component Description 1 Direction of ...

Page 43: ...y by the software Only operate the Autoloader using the software when you can see the Autoloader Comply with the safety information and warnings in the manual for the externally activated Autoloader CAUTION C30 0000 Risk of injury Disregarding the safety devices Disregarding the safety instructions results in injuries Never operate the Autoloader without the safety devices Never operate the Autolo...

Page 44: ... bin to start operation of the Autoloader The following figure shows the position of the crucible bin Fig 24 Emptying the crucible bin Position Component Description 1 Space for the crucible bin Space for the crucible bin during operation 2 Crucible bin Container for used crucibles The position of the crucible bin is monitored Automatic operating mode will stop if you remove the crucible bin durin...

Page 45: ...Operation of the Autoloader 45 4 Place the empty crucible bin onto its designated space 1 The crucible bin has been emptied ...

Page 46: ... 60 cm Weight 18 kg 32 kg Electrical Data Power Supply 230 VAC 10 Voltage 24 V Frequency 50 60 Hz Power consumption 1 4 A Safety Protection class III Overvoltage category II Degree of contamination 2 Compressed air 5 bis 8 bar Type of environment Innen Max Height 2000 m Ambient Temperature 5 bis 40 C Ambient Humidity 80 bei 31 C 50 bei 40 C Non condensing Type of protection IP20 Tab 1 Technical da...

Page 47: ...oader Fig 25 Type plate on the Autoloader CS i CS d Position Component Position Component 1 Manufacturer s address 2 Part number 3 Type of protection 4 Read the Manual 5 CE mark 6 Disposal label 7 Current 8 Voltage 9 Year of manufacture 10 Serial number 11 Autoloader designation 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 ...

Page 48: ...he next crucible cannot be executed There is no crucible in the Autoloader 4 The horizontal light barrier cannot be detected Faulty light barrier crucibles are not moving due to a blockage faulty motor 5 The furnace has not been opened The Autoloader cannot place any crucibles onto the crucible tray Fault with the furnace control system or with the furnace cylinder 6 The gripper fingers have not p...

Page 49: ...er has been disconnected from the power supply The Autoloader CS i CS d must be inspected regularly for spilt sample material Remove spilt sample material as follows 1 Ensure that the Autoloader has been switched off see Pos 2 in Operating side 2 Remove the spilt sample material using an appropriate tool for the properties of the material e g tweezers vacuum cleaner or damp cloth 3 Wait until the ...

Page 50: ...ucibles can ignite the surrounding area and cause burns Do not reach into the moving Autoloader while the gripper arm is moving hot crucibles Always use the crucible tongs to move crucibles CAUTION C34 0000 Risk of posture problems Lifting the Autoloader unaided The weight of the Autoloader can cause injuries resulting from posture problems due to an unhealthy posture or inattentiveness when lifti...

Page 51: ... for a while to look for more crucibles If no more crucibles are found the chain is stopped The non stop operation is ended The following conditions must be met Commissioning must have been completed see Commissioning Start non stop operation as follows 1 Completely load the Autoloader with empty crucibles 2 Activate manual mode see Activating manual operating mode 3 Secure the button for manual c...

Page 52: ... 6 Empty the crucible bin 7 Place the empty crucibles on the crucible tray This ensures that the crucibles do not get lost and are available next time the Autoloader is commissioned The Autoloader has been decommissioned 13 Storage The following storage conditions apply to storage of the Autoloader CS i CS d Indoor area Ambient temperature between 5 and 40 C Ambient humidity 50 at 40 C non condens...

Page 53: ...ivered after 13th August 2005 in the B2B area which applies to this product may be disposed of with the municipal or domestic waste The machines have a disposal label to indicate this Fig 26 Disposal label Since the disposal regulations may differ from country to country throughout the world and within the EU you should contact the supplier of the machine directly where necessary In Germany this l...

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