Bulletin TI-GCGS-E
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
Technical Information
GC Gas Stations GC-4000, FID-4000
1-800-343-4048
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Shutdown
Storage
Shipping
I
f the unit is to be idle for more than 24 hours, the generator can be turned off. However,
Parker recommends allowing the
GC Gas Station
s to run continu ously, shutting down the
unit only when compressed air is not available or when the generator requires servicing.
The continuous operation of the generator maximizes the life of the catalyst and purifier
heater as well as the Electrolytic Proton Exchange Membrane Cell and eliminates the 90
minute warm up period.
To shut down the Parker Balston GC Gas Station, turn the power switch to the OFF position.
Maintain the compressed air flow through the unit for at least 10 minutes to improve heat dis-
sipation. After 10 minutes, turn off the compressed air supply to the generator.
Warning: Do not supply electrical power to the generator until the compressed air flow
rate through the unit is at the rated capacity (see Specifications section, page 18). Op-
erating the generator for extended periods of time without compressed air will damage the
heater within the catalyst module and void the warranty.
To store the unit:
1.
Turn the GC Gas Station OFF and allow the Hydrogen gas to purge slowly until all the
internal gas is removed.
2.
Then cap the Hydrogen outlet on the back of the generator or leave it connected to the
downstream equipment.
3.
Fill the Main Reservoir at least half full with deionized water.
4.
Check the water level in the cell every 6 months to maintain the 2” (5cm ) height.
Contact the Technical Services Department at 800-343-4048 or email at balstontechsupport@
parker.com for a Return Authorization (RA) number and new Packaging if the original is no
longer available.
1.
Purge and bleed the GC Gas Station of all compressed air and hydrogen. Wait until the
outlet pressure display reads zero.
2.
Drain the water from the Main and Fill reservoirs using the Water Drain Port Insert
(connected to a 3’ length of 3/8” OD tubing) and connect it to the drain ports located on
the right and left side panel. Drain the deionized water into a 4 liter container.
3.
Press down on the metal tab on the top of the Water Drain Port Connector to remove the
Drain Port Insert and Tube once the unit has been drained.
4.
Pack the generator carefully in the original packing box or request new packaging from
Parker. Be sure to display the RA # on the outside of the box for prompt response.
In order to maintain the warranty on the generator, ship the unit in a manner that will
prevent freezing. Freezing conditions will cause irreparable damage to the hydrogen
cell as sembly.
