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Precision 500 230v 

Hydrogen Generator

  

User Manual 

2012 © Peak Scientific – Rev 2 – 07/11/12 

  

 

Summary of Contents for Precision 500

Page 1: ...Precision 500 230v Hydrogen Generator User Manual 2012 Peak Scientific Rev 2 07 11 12...

Page 2: ...tor Safety Features 13 Unpacking Contents 14 Unpacking Instructions 14 Installation 15 Unpacking 16 General Dimensions 17 Unit Controls 18 Rear Connections 18 Tubing 19 H2 Ventilation 19 Fittings Kit...

Page 3: ...erence document where you can skip to the relevant information Users of a hard copy version can refer to the contents page to find the relevant information Users of the soft copy version can use the h...

Page 4: ...ology Expandable Inter connectable generators for increased capacity With the Precision 500 based on proven technology it produces Hydrogen by electrolysis using a Proton exchange membrane PEM cell Mo...

Page 5: ...without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing that any defect is not the direct or indirect result of lack of repair and or servicing incorrect repair and or servicing use of wrong materials a...

Page 6: ...he Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Institute of Electrical Engineers regulations If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipm...

Page 7: ...tor and render the warranty void 3 Do not place the external water bottle above the height of the generator The bottle may be placed at the same level or below the generator 4 Use only high grade de i...

Page 8: ...Directive 2006 95 EC EN 61010 1 2010 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use Part 1 General requirements Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004 1...

Page 9: ...6 EC These obligations are being met within the B2B compliance group Peak Scientific Instruments Ltd has developed all reasonable due diligence controls to ensure that our products comply with the pri...

Page 10: ...before operation Generator Outlets Max Flow Rate 500 cc min Purity 99 9999 Gas outlet 1 x 1 8 Swagelok compression fitting Delivery pressure 0 100 psi 0 6 9 bar Electrical Requirements Voltage 230V F...

Page 11: ...in this half of the reaction is safely vented to atmosphere at the back of the generator The four hydrogen ions that have been produced then pass through the ion exchange membrane attracted by the ne...

Page 12: ...magnetic Compatibility and Low Voltage Directives The Generator is CE approved and has the CE mark attached The maximum quantity of hydrogen stored in the generator at any one time is 400cc at a press...

Page 13: ...n and gas lines In the event of a major leak the generator will automatically shutdown within 20 minutes 4 The hydrogen pressure inside the generator should only reach a maximum of 7 5 bar 110psi and...

Page 14: ...in the following Hydrogen Generator Hex Key L Shape Long Arm 2 5mm Tygon Tubing use as Water Feed Hose Deioniser Column Resin Refill Kit Barbed Hose Fitting Transport Plugs Power Cable Installation Gu...

Page 15: ...other bodies is recommended Do not locate the generator in a sealed or unventilated room or in close proximity to any ignition sources Caution Remove Transport Plugs Before installation remove the bla...

Page 16: ...iately to the carrier and Peak Scientific or the Peak Partner from where the unit was purchased Follow the unpacking instructions posted on the side of the crate It will require two people to remove t...

Page 17: ...sion 500 User Manual Page 17 2012 Peak Scientific Rev 2 07 11 12 General Dimensions The Generator must always be placed on a flat level surface Failure to do so will affect the performance of the Gene...

Page 18: ...2 Unit Controls Figure 1 Unit controls Rear Connections Figure 2 Rear Connections H2 Exhaust O2 Vent H2 Vent Master Connection Daisy Chain Slave Connection Daisy Chain H2 Detector Connection Fuse Powe...

Page 19: ...ds that both the H2 Exhaust and H2 Vent ports at the rear of the unit should be connected to an exhaust hood or other ventilation system to ensure safe disposal of vented gasses Tubing sizes for the v...

Page 20: ...s detect when the water level reaches a minimum This then refills the tank using a rear connection to an external DI water supply The unit should be connected to the Water supply as shown below Using...

Page 21: ...d by a qualified electrician This unit is classified as SAFETY CLASS 1 THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTHED Before connecting the unit to the mains supply please check the information on the serial plate The mai...

Page 22: ...be selected Also displayed on this screen are the Shutdown and Back options Shutdown will depressurize the generator This should be selected before turning the unit off using the Power switch at the r...

Page 23: ...rt at the rear of the generator as shown below This connection will provide the detector unit with power and allows communication between the Precision 500 and the detector unit The detector will take...

Page 24: ...e Peak generator and the instrument to provide back up contaminant protection for your instrument The hydrogen gas produced by the Precision 500 will be sufficiently pure for these contaminant traps t...

Page 25: ...e first Precision 500 and the Slave port at the rear of the next Precision 500 unit The first Precision 500 unit is automatically defined as the Master and before the connections are made and H2 is su...

Page 26: ...anded capacity system should be connected using t pieces as shown below in the recommended ring main layout This allows for the pressure to equalise Alternatively the system can be connected in a seri...

Page 27: ...which the power switch at the rear of the generator can be switched off Cleaning Clean the outside of the Generator only using warm soapy water and a clean damp cloth Ensure the cloth is thoroughly r...

Page 28: ...ove the screws located in the four bottom corners of the generators cover as shown in the first image 3 Once the screws have been removed lift the cover off the unit by pulling upwards 4 Locate the us...

Page 29: ...hen remove the rubber O ring and sponge 2 Pour the saturated resin out of the column and dispose of it See MSDS on P 30 31 3 Remove the sponge from the bottom of the column 4 Put a new sponge 05 3290...

Page 30: ...s Chemical Components Polystyrene divinylbenzene cation and ion exchange resin Form Solid beads Flash Point N A Colour Tan Ignition Temperature 427 C Estimated Odour None Explosion Limits N A Decompos...

Page 31: ...e severe eye irritation Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes Consult a doctor if irritation persists Inhalation This product should present no hazard if operated under normal...

Page 32: ...S EMAIL ADDRESS CITY TOWN GENERATOR SERIAL NUMBER POSTCODE COUNTRY MODEL TYPE TELEPHONE INSTALLATION DATE DD MM YYYY Important Please Note You have 1 month to register your Peak Scientific product fro...

Page 33: ...ns Peak Scientific offer two service plans The Complete Service Plan specifically designed for Generators operated in critical environments also includes full breakdown cover guaranteed response times...

Page 34: ...in the power cord plug Contact your service provider Diagnostics Failed Alarm Contact your service provider Cell Over Voltage Alarm Contact your service provider Low Water Supply Alarm Check Water Sup...

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