Section 2
Installation
2.1
Services required
The fuel and air supplies to the instrument must be clean and dry and supply pressures regulated within the
limits specified. Any contamination, moisture or variation in supply pressure will directly affect the
performance of the instrument.
NOTE: The instrument will only operate with the correct type of air compressor and gas regulator
.
2.1.1
Voltage
This unit is designed to operate at 90 - 250V and at 50 or 60Hz.
2.1.2
Fuel
·
Propane or butane regulated to 10-15 inches water gauge (0.36-0.54psi or 0.025-0.038kg/cm
2
).
·
Natural gas at mains pressure between 3 and 10 inches water gauge (0.11-0.36psi or 0.0076-
0.025kg/cm
2
).
·
L.P.G. regulated to 10-15 inches water gauge (0.36-0.54psi or 0.025-0.038kg/cm
2
).
·
Suitable regulators are available from Jenway; refer to Section 2.5.
2.1.3
Air
A supply of dry, clean and pulse-free air at a pressure at 15 - 30psi (approx. 1 - 2 kg/cm
2
) at 6 litres/minute is
required. A suitable compressor and water separator are available from Jenway; refer to Section 2.5.
2.1.4
Drain
The instrument will need to be sited near a drain or sink to enable disposal of waste liquid. A suitable
receptacle can be utilised if provision is made for easy disposal of its contents.
WARNING:
The waste liquid
will still contain any hazardous materials that were in the original samples and should be handled and
disposed of with the same care. Waste liquid should always be considered to be of a pathogenic nature
where the instrument is used in a clinical environment.
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