Bulletin TI-FID1000C
FID 1000 and 2500 Gas Stations
Parker Hannifin Corporation
Filtration and Separation Division
Haverhill, MA • 1-800-343-4048
www.parker.com/ags
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Note: All installation, operation and maintenance activities for the FID Gas Stations should
be performed by suitable personnel using reasonable care.
The FID 1000 and FID 2500 generators are a free-standing bench-top unit.
Do not suspend the
generator from the wall or ceiling.
The weight and size could pose a falling hazard. The gen-
erator should be located indoors, protected from severe weather conditions and free from exces-
sive ambient, dust or dirt.
Do not install the generator outdoors.
The ambient temperature of the air surrounding the generator must be between 60°F-100°F (16°C-
40°C ).
Do not place the generator where there is a chance of freezing.
Place the generator
in an upright position, on a level surface, in close proximity to the electrical power supply and the
equipment requiring both hydrogen and hydrocarbon-free air.
The Zero Air Generator compressed air inlet port is brass 1/4" female NPT. The inlet port is lo-
cated at the top center of the generator. The Zero Air outlet port is brass 1/8" compression union,
located below the Inlet port. Male 1/4" NPT compressed air inlet pipe fittings
rated for 125 psig
(8.5 Barg) line pressure should be used to connect to the generator.
The Hydrogen vent is also
a brass 1/4" female NPT, located at the right hand side of the generator and the Hydrogen
outlet is a SS 1/ 8" Compression Union, located directly below the hydrogen vent.
A shut-off valve and a pressure regulator should be installed directly upstream from the Parker
Balston Zero Air generator. The shut-off valve isolates the unit from the air line for maintenance
and troubleshooting tasks. The pressure regulator controls the inlet air pressure and should be set
to maintain a constant pressure between 40 psig and 125 psig (2.7 barg and 8.5 barg ). Maintain-
ing a constant inlet air pressure will minimize system pressure fluctuations which may affect the
purity of the zero grade air. Parker offers a pressure regulator, complete with a pressure gauge, as
an accessory (P/N 72-130-V883).
The FID 1000 and FID 2500 Gas Stations should be located in close proximity to the electrical
power supply, and the downstream equipment to which it supplies both Hydrogen and Zero grade
air. There is no limit to the distance between the generator and the point of use as long as tubing
size, cleanliness, and pressure drop are taken into consideration. The generator should be located
indoors, protected from severe weather conditions. The installation location should be free from
excessive ambient dust or dirt.
Do not install the generator outdoors.
The ambient temperature
of the air surrounding the generator must be between 60°F-100°F (16°C-40°C) to ensure optimal
operation of the unit.
See page 18 for a list of the symbols displayed on the generator and referred to in this Manual.
The FID 1000 and FID 2500 generator weigh 53 lbs (24 kg). Use proper equipment and lifting
techniques for transporting this equipment to its installation location. The FID/Hydrogen is intended
to remain stationary when filled with water. If necessary, the generator may be transported over
short distances when filled.
Do not grasp the front panel Bezel when moving the generator;
lift only from the bottom. Keep the generator in an upright position.
Remove all red tape from the top cover, the back panel, and any other surfaces. Open the top
cover of the FID Gas Station. Unscrew the dessicant cartridge cap (see Figure 6) and remove the
red tape covering the outlet port located on the inside of the dessicant cartridge housing. Remove
the red caps/tape sealing the back panel outlet fittings.
Dessicant -
Wipe any drops of moisture with a lint free cloth or paper towel from the dessicant
cap and housing. Remove the dessicant cartridge from the sealed bag. Use a drop of deionized
water to wet the o-rings. Insert the cartridge into the housing, nipple end first (see Figures 7,8, and
9).
Firmly push down on the cartridge to create a hydrogen-tight seal at the bottom of the housing,
making sure the cartridge is seated.
Before replacing the dessicant cartridge cap, make sure the large Viton o-ring is centered inside
the cap (see Figure 9). Screw the cap on and tighten securely by hand. Make sure that the o-ring
is centered and that the o-ring has created a dark ringed seal.
Note:
Most leaks occur due to improper sealing of the cap to the housing on the dessicant car-
tridge.
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Installation and Operation
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