Agilent PR02, MR15, MD30, BR15, BD30 Operation
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Vacuum Products Division
VS Series Helium
Mass Spectrometer
Leak Detectors
MODELS: PR02, MR15, MD30, BR15, BD30 AND
PD03
OPERATION MANUAL
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Warranty
Products manufactured by Seller are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for
twelve (12) months from date of shipment thereof to Customer, and Seller’s liability under valid warranty claims is limited, at the option of Seller, to repair, to replace, or refund of an equitable portion of
the purchase price of the Product. Items expendable in normal use are not covered by this warranty. All
warranty replacement or repair of parts shall be limited to equipment malfunctions which, in the sole
opinion of Seller, are due or traceable to defects in original materials or workmanship. All obligations of
Seller under this warranty shall cease in the event of abuse, accident, alteration, misuse, or neglect of
the equipment. In-warranty repaired or replaced parts are warranted only for the remaining unexpired
portion of the original warranty period applicable to the repaired or replaced parts. After expiration of
the applicable warranty period, Customer shall be charged at the then current prices for parts, labor,
and transportation.
Reasonable care must be used to avoid hazards. Seller expressly disclaims responsibility for loss or
damage caused by use of its Products other than in accordance with proper operating procedures.
Except as stated herein, Seller makes no warranty, express or implied (either in fact or by operation of
law), statutory or otherwise; and, except as stated herein, Seller shall have no liability under any warranty, express or implied (either in fact or by operation of law), statutory or otherwise. Statements made
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this warranty shall not be binding upon Seller unless reduced to writing and approved by an officer of
Seller.
Warranty Replacement and Adjustment
All claims under warranty must be made promptly after occurrence of circumstances giving rise thereto,
and must be received within the applicable warranty period by Seller or its authorized representative.
Such claims should include the Product serial number, the date of shipment, and a full description of
the circumstances giving rise to the claim. Before any Products are returned for repair and/or adjustment, written authorization from Seller or its authorized representative for the return and instructions as
to how and where these Products should be returned must be obtained. Any Product returned to Seller
for examination shall be prepaid via the means of transportation indicated as acceptable by Seller.
Seller reserves the right to reject any warranty claim not promptly reported and any warranty claim on
any item that has been altered or has been returned by non-acceptable means of transportation. When
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responsible for all damage resulting from improper packing or handling, and for loss in transit, notwithstanding any defect or non-conformity in the Product. In all cases, Seller has the sole responsibility for
determining the cause and nature of failure, and Seller’s determination with regard thereto shall be
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Table of Contents
Preface ..............................................................................................................................................xii
Documentation Standards ..........................................................................................................xii
Hazard and Safety Information ..................................................................................................xiii
Agilent Services ........................................................................................................................xxii
Contacting Agilent .....................................................................................................................xxii
Section 1. Introduction to the VS Series Leak Detector ..................................................................1-1
1.1 The VS Series Leak Detector .............................................................................................1-1
1.2 Unpacking the Leak Detector...............................................................................................1-5
1.2.2 Removing the Leak Detector from the Skid ................................................................1-6
1.3 Installation............................................................................................................................1-8
1.3.2 Recommended Additional Services ..........................................................................1-11
1.3.3 Storage......................................................................................................................1-11
1.4 Front Panel Display and Controls ......................................................................................1-12
1.5 Display Panel Controls.......................................................................................................1-16
1.6 Rear Panel.........................................................................................................................1-18
1.7 Features.............................................................................................................................1-22
Section 2. Operating the Leak Detector ..........................................................................................2-1
2.1 Initial Startup, High Pressure Test Setup, and Shutdown ...................................................2-1
2.1.2 High Pressure Test Set-Up Procedure........................................................................2-3
2.1.3 Shutdown ....................................................................................................................2-4
2.2 Screens................................................................................................................................2-5
2.2.2 Home Screen..............................................................................................................2-7
2.2.3 Control Panel Screen................................................................................................2-12
2.2.4 Menus Screen...........................................................................................................2-16
Section 3. Set-Up ............................................................................................................................3-1
3.1 Set-Up Menu .......................................................................................................................3-1
3.1.2 Manual Tuning ............................................................................................................3-7
3.1.3 Manual Valve Control................................................................................................3-10
3.1.4 Output Control...........................................................................................................3-13
3.1.5 Units..........................................................................................................................3-15
3.1.6 Languages ................................................................................................................3-16
3.1.7 Gauge Calibration.....................................................................................................3-17
3.1.8 Maintenance..............................................................................................................3-19
3.1.9 Password ..................................................................................................................3-24
3.1.10 Fore Pump Set-Up and Exhaust Pump...................................................................3-25
3.1.11 Wireless ..................................................................................................................3-27
3.1.12 System Defaults......................................................................................................3-29
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Section 4. Maintenance ..................................................................................................................4-1
4.1 Daily Maintenance ..............................................................................................................4-5
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4.2 Dry Nitrogen Vent ................................................................................................................4-5
4.3 Spare Parts List ................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.4 Leak Detector Accessory Item List ...................................................................................... 4-8
Appendix A. Communications Protocol ..........................................................................................A-1
A.2 Communicating with RS-232...............................................................................................A-2
A.2.1 Windows HyperTerminal Set-Up Instructions ............................................................A-2
A.2.2 Printing with HyperTerminal ......................................................................................A-4
A.3 Customer Accessible Inputs and Outputs .........................................................................A-14
A.3.1 Serial Connector ......................................................................................................A-14
A.3.2 I/O Connector ..........................................................................................................A-14
Appendix B. Introduction to Leak Detection ....................................................................................B-1
B.2 Agilent's Helium Leak Detection Technologies ...................................................................B-1
B.3 Methods of Leak Testing .....................................................................................................B-3
B.3.1 Vacuum Testing Method (Outside-in) ........................................................................B-4
B.3.2 Pressure Testing Method (Inside-out) .......................................................................B-5
B.3.3 System Leak Test Methods .......................................................................................B-6
B.4 Typical Leak Detection Applications....................................................................................B-8
B.4.1 Quality Control of Production Parts and Assemblies .................................................B-8
B.4.2 Maintenance of Systems ...........................................................................................B-8
B.4.3 System Integrated Leak Detection ............................................................................B-9
B.4.4 Mass Produced Parts ................................................................................................B-9
Appendix C. Specifications .............................................................................................................C-1
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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1-1 Portable Leak Detector with Internal DS42 Wet Rotary Vane Pump, Model VS PR02, and
Portable Leak Detector with Internal IDP-3 (PD03) Dimensions1- ........................................3
1-2 Mobile Leak Detector with External DS302 Wet Rotary Vane Pump on a Cart, Model VS
MR15, Dimensions1- ............................................................................................................. 3
1-3 Mobile Leak Detector with External TS620 Dry Scroll Pump on a Cart, Model VS MD30,
Dimensions1-.........................................................................................................................4
1-4 Bench Mount Leak Detector with External DS302 Wet Rotary Vane Pump, Model VS BRI5 .
1-.......................................................................................................................................... 10
1-5 Bench Mount Leak Detector with External TS620 Dry Scroll Pump, Model VS BD30......1-10
1-6 Front Panel Displays and Controls ...................................................................................1-12
1-7 Screen Flow......................................................................................................................1-15
1-8 VS Series Rear Panel.......................................................................................................1-18
1-9 Optional I/O PCB Rear Panel ...........................................................................................1-19
1-10 Rear Panel (with Discrete I/O PCB)..................................................................................1-21
2-1 Helium Background Timer ..................................................................................................2-2
2-2 Home Screen......................................................................................................................2-7
2-3 Gross Test Screen..............................................................................................................2-9
2-4 Control Panel ....................................................................................................................2-12
2-5 20 Minute Warmup Dialog ................................................................................................2-14
2-6 Graphical Display..............................................................................................................2-15
2-7 Menus Screen...................................................................................................................2-16
2-8 Calibration Set-Up.............................................................................................................2-17
2-9 Helium Background Timer ................................................................................................2-18
2-10 Reject and Audio Setpoints...............................................................................................2-19
2-11 Auto Sequencer ................................................................................................................2-23
2-12 Leak Rate Ranging...........................................................................................................2-25
2-13 Transfer Points..................................................................................................................2-28
2-14 Transfer Points with Stabilization Wait Timer ...................................................................2-29
2-15 System Information...........................................................................................................2-30
2-16 Control Panel Access........................................................................................................2-32
3-1 Set-Up Screen - Initial.........................................................................................................3-1
3-2 Set-Up Screen - Second.....................................................................................................3-2
3-3 Advanced Parameters ........................................................................................................3-3
3-4 Manual Tuning ....................................................................................................................3-7
3-5 Manual Valve Control........................................................................................................3-10
3-6 Manual Valve Control - PD03 ...........................................................................................3-11
3-7 Leak Detector Vacuum System Diagram..........................................................................3-12
3-8 Output Control...................................................................................................................3-13
3-9 Leak Detector Linear Output Voltage................................................................................3-14
3-10 Leak Detector Logarithmic Output Voltage.......................................................................3-14
3-11 Units..................................................................................................................................3-15
3-12 Languages ........................................................................................................................3-16
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3-13 Gauge Calibration............................................................................................................. 3-17
3-14 Maintenance .....................................................................................................................3-19
3-15 Vent Turbo Dialog............................................................................................................. 3-20
3-16 Current Date & Time Set-Up............................................................................................. 3-21
3-17 Internal Calibrated Leak.................................................................................................... 3-22
3-18 Cal Leak Expiration Set-Up ..............................................................................................3-23
3-19 Password Screen.............................................................................................................. 3-24
3-20 Fore Pump Set-Up............................................................................................................3-25
3-21 Exhaust Pump ..................................................................................................................3-25
3-22 Date Serviced ...................................................................................................................3-26
3-23 Wireless............................................................................................................................3-27
3-24 System Defaults Screen ...................................................................................................3-29
A-1 Serial Connector Map.......................................................................................................A-14
A-2 Optically Isolated Output Circuit Sketch ...........................................................................A-17
A-3 Optically Isolated Input Circuit Sketch ..............................................................................A-18
B-1 Magnetic Separation Principle............................................................................................B-2
B-2 Selective Ion Pump Detector ..............................................................................................B-3
B-3 Locating Leaks: Outside In .................................................................................................B-4
B-4 Measuring Leaks: Outside In..............................................................................................B-4
B-5 Measuring Leaks: Inside Out..............................................................................................B-5
B-6 Locating Leaks: Inside Out .................................................................................................B-5
B-7 Accumulation: Inside Out....................................................................................................B-6
B-8 Vacuum System..................................................................................................................B-7
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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1-1 VS Series Leak Detector Configurations and Part Numbers ............................................. 1-2
1-2 Installation Requirements .................................................................................................. 1-8
1-3 Screens – General Description........................................................................................ 1-16
1-4 VS Series Features.......................................................................................................... 1-22
2-1 Screen Basic Functional Items .......................................................................................... 2-5
2-2 On-Screen Icons................................................................................................................ 2-6
2-3 Leak Detector Operating States......................................................................................... 2-9
2-4 Leak Detector Condition States ....................................................................................... 2-10
2-5 Range Stop/Sensitivity Requirements ............................................................................. 2-26
2-6 System Information Screen Conditions............................................................................ 2-30
3-1 Leak Detector Valve State Table - Single Mechanical Pump System ............................. 3-12
4-1 Scheduled Maintenance .................................................................................................... 4-3
4-2 As-Required Maintenance ................................................................................................. 4-3
4-3 Fuses and Circuit Breakers................................................................................................ 4-4
4-4 Leak Detector Spare Parts................................................................................................. 4-6
4-5 Leak Detector Accessory Item List .................................................................................... 4-8
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VS Series Helium Mass Spectrometer Leak Detectors:
Models VS PR02x, VS MR15x, VS MD30x, VS BR15x, VS BD30x and VS PD03x
(With Optional Wireless Remote Control and Discrete I/O)
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards:
Safety:
• EN 61010-1, Second Edition, 2001 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use-Part 1:
General Requirements
per the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC of 19 February 1973 as Amended by 93/68/EEC, Article 13, of 22 July 1993.
• CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1-04 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use-Part 1: General
Requirements (Adopted IEC 61010-1:2001, MOD)
• UL 61010-1, Second Edition, 2004 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use-Part 1:
General Requirements
EMC Emission and Immunity:
• EN 55011:1998/A1: 1999/A2: 2002 Group 1 Class A: ISM radio-frequency equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods
of measurement (EU)
• EN 61326:1997/A1: 1998 /A2:2001 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use - EMC requirements (EU)
per the provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC of 3 May 1989 as Amended by 92/31/EEC of 28 April 1992 and 93/68/
EEC, Article 5 of 22 July 1993
• AS/NZS CISPR 11:2004 Class A: ISM radio-frequency equipment - Electromagnetic disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of
measurement (Australia)
• FCC: Code of Federal Regulations, 47CFR: 2004, Part 15C, Section 15.24, Class A: Telecommunication, Radio Frequency Devices, Operation
within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5 MHz, and 5725-5850 MHz (USA)
• CAN/IC: Radio Standard Specification RSS-210, Issue 5, for Low Power License- Exempt Radio communication Devices of Industry Canada,
November 2001 (Canada)
EMC and Radio Spectrum Matters:
• EN 300 328-1 V1.3.1 (2001-12) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM): Wiband Transmission systems; Data
transmitting equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques; Part 1: Technical characteristics and
test conditions (EU)
• EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1 (2001-12) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM): Wiband Transmission systems; Data
transmitting equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques; Part 2: Harmonized EN covering
essential requirements under article 3.2 of R&TTE Directive (EU)
• EN 301 489-1 V1.3.1 (2001-09) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM): Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services: Part 1: Common Technical requirements (EU)
• EN 301 489-17 V1.1.1 (2001-09) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM): Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services: Part 17: Specific conditions for Wideband data and HIPERLAN equipment (EU)
per the provisions of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive, 1999/5/EC of 9 March 1999
The authorized representative located within Community is:
Agilent (Torino)
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Fax: (39) 011 997 9 350
Operations Manager
Agilent, Inc.
Lexington, Massachusetts, USA
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Preface
Documentation Standards
This manual uses the following documentation standards:
Text
NOTE
CAUTION
WARNING
Hard buttons are depicted in text in bold text.
Soft key screen buttons are depicted in bold text when part of an action.
Italics is used for emphasis or to indicate screen text.
Notes contain important information.
Cautions appear before instructions, which if not followed,
could cause damage to the equipment or data loss.
Warnings appear for a particular procedure or practice which, if
not followed correctly, could lead to serious injury or death.
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Hazard and Safety Information
The common international symbols used in this manual and on the equipment are defined
below.
OFF Supply (Power) Earth (Ground) Terminal
ON Supply (Power) Caution, Hot Surface
AC – Alternating Current Caution, Risk of Electrical
Warning, Risk of danger Protective Conductor
Frame or chassis Terminal Do Not Place in Trash
Shock
Terminal
Indoor, Dry Location Use
Only
Operators and service personnel must be aware of all hazards associated with this
equipment. They must know how to recognize hazardous and potentially hazardous
conditions, and know how to avoid them. The consequences of unskilled, improper, or
careless operation of the equipment can be serious. Every operator or service person must
read and thoroughly understand operation/maintenance manuals and any additional
information provided by Agilent. All warning and cautions must be read carefully and
strictly observed. Consult local, state, and national agencies regarding specific requirements
and regulations. Address any safety, operation, and/or maintenance questions to your
nearest Agilent office.
Caution, Radio
Restriction
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Solvents
VS Series Helium Mass Spectrometer Leak Detectors
WARNING
The mechanical components of leak detectors are typically
cleaned with alcohol, methanol, or other solvents.
When heated, sprayed, or exposed to high-temperature
equipment, these solvents become flammable and explosive,
causing serious injury or death. Do not use these solvents near
a high-temperature source. Ventilate the working area with a
blower and work in a large, well-ventilated room.
Alcohol, methanol, or other solvents are irritants, narcotics,
depressants and/or carcinogens. Their inhalation and/or
ingestion may produce serious side effects. Prolonged or
continued contact with the skin results in absorption through
the skin and moderate toxicity. Always ensure that cleaning
operations are carried out in large, well-ventilated rooms, and
wear eye shields, gloves, and protective clothing.
To clean the leak detector plastic enclosure, the LCD display
and Front Panel buttons, use only a soft cloth slightly
dampened with water or a mild soap.
Do NOT use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
Avoid splashing any cleaning solvents into the unit through the
ventilation openings or Front Panel buttons. Wipe the surface
with a dry lint-free cloth.
CAUTION
Vacuum Equipment and Cleanliness
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Cleanliness is vital when servicing the leak detector or any vacuum equipment. There are
some techniques that are more important in leak detector servicing than in general vacuum
work:
CAUTION
NOTE
Do not clean any aluminum parts with Alconox®. Alconox is
not compatible with aluminum and will cause damage.
Do not use silicone oil or silicone grease.
Use powder-free butyl or polycarbonate gloves to prevent skin
oils from getting on vacuum surfaces.
Agilent does not recommend the use of vacuum grease.
Vacuum grease absorbs helium tracer gas and releases this
slowly resulting in helium background during leak test
operations. If it must be used, use it sparingly and avoid
silicone types. Apiezon®L grease is recommended (Agilent Part
No. 695400004).
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O-ring Care
When removing, checking or replacing O-rings, keep in mind the following:
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NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
Agilent recommends replacing all O-rings during routine
maintenance or during any maintenance procedure requiring
that O-rings be removed.
Due to the effective cleaning nature of VacuSolv solvent and
its residue-free properties, Agilent’ Component and
Spectrometer Cleaning Kit (Part Number 670029096), used in
accordance with the kit instructions, is recommended for
cleaning spectrometer components. The kit can also be used for
fine cleaning of other parts in the leak detector’s vacuum
system such as valves and fittings. No rinsing steps or
high-temperature drying are required following cleaning with
VacuSolv. Although appropriate precautions are advised,
VacuSolv is compatible with most materials and does not
contain toxic chemicals or CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). Other
acceptable solvents are isopropyl alcohol (IPA) or Dow
Corning® OS-20.
Remove O-rings carefully with your fingers. Do not use metal
tools for this task; this prevents scratching of any sealing
surfaces.
❑
Wipe all O-rings clean with a lint-free cloth before
installation to ensure that no foreign matter is present to
impair the seal.
❑
Do not use grease or any other substance on O-rings that
will come in contact with the spectrometer.
❑
Do not use alcohol, methanol or other solvents on O-rings.
Doing so causes deterioration and reduces their ability to
hold a vacuum.
❑
Agilent does not recommend the use of vacuum grease. If
applicable, apply a small amount of Apiezon®L grease and
wipe the O-rings shiny dry.
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CAUTION
Equipment, General
Metal Seals must be replaced during routine maintenance or
during any maintenance procedure required. All fasteners must
be installed and torqued per assembly procedure specifications.
Remove Metal Seals carefully with your fingers. Do not use
metal tools for this task, this prevents scratching of any sealing
surfaces. Wear non-powdered, ESD safe Nitride or equivalent
gloves prior to removing or replacing Metal Seals.
❑
All Metal Seals come in clean room condition packages. No
cleaning is required If necessary, Metal Seals can be cleaned
using alcohol or methanol. Wipe all Metal Seals clean with a
lint free cloth before installation to ensure that no foreign
matter is present to impair the seal.
❑
Do not use grease or any other substance on Metal Seals that
will come in contact with the spectrometer.
Environment of intended use:
❑
Indoors use in an industrial and laboratory installation only.
❑
Altitude up to 2000m
❑
POLLUTION DEGREE 2, Material group III
❑
Operating Temperature: +12 °C to +45 °C, Relative
Humidity (RH) up to 90% max.
❑
Storage ambient conditions: RH from 0% to 95%,
non-condensing, temperature: -20°C to +60°C
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WARNING ❑
WARNING
Do not use in presence of flammable or explosive gas.
❑
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the equipment.
Such action could lead to electric shock or injury. Agilent's
authorized technician will do any repair work.
❑
If there is smoke or unusual smell or noise, stop the using the
equipment immediately, and contact the Agilent Service
Center.
The leak detector is not designed for use with hazardous gases.
Verify that the system to be tested has been purged of all
hazardous gases prior to using the leak detector. When testing a
system that contained hazardous gases, connect the exhaust of
the leak detector to a scrubbed or toxic containment exhaust.
Exposure to hazardous gases could result in serious injury or
death.
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WARNING
CAUTION
LCD Display
WARNING
CAUTION
Equipment tightness is guaranteed for normal operating
conditions when the equipment leaves the factory. It is the
user’s responsibility to maintain the level of tightness,
particularly when pumping dangerous products.
The performance and operating safety of this equipment can
only be guaranteed if it is operated according to normal
conditions of use.
Allow at least 4" of clearance adjacent to the ventilation slots at
the front, sides and back of the equipment enclosure.
Allow sufficient room for the operator to safely maneuver to
perform testing.
If the LCD display breaks, avoid getting any liquid crystal in mouth
or eyes. If it gets on the operator hands, feet or clothing, wash it
immediately with soap and water.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the LCD display as this may
cause smears.
In general, the lower the temperature, the longer it takes the LCD
display to turn on. Performance of the LCD display may deteriorate
in low temperature.
Radio The Wireless Remote Control is built around an Aerocomm, model
AC4424-100, RF transceiver module operating in 2.4 GHz ISM
band. The same type of the RF module is built in a VS Series Leak
Detector Wireless Base Station PCB and Wireless Remote unit (see
VS Series Leak Detector Wireless Remote Operational Manual
(6999099945A)).
Agency Identification Numbers for Aerocomm, Model
AC4424-100:
❑
US/FCC ID: KQL-AC4424
❑
CAN/IC: CAN2268C391190A
❑
EUR/EN: CE
are also applied to the Agilent's Wireless Remote and VS Series
Leak Detector Wireless Base Station, when the units are used the
approved antennas.
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WARNING
CAUTION
The Wireless Remote complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile type transmitting devices, maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more
between the antenna of the Wireless Remote and persons during
operation, with exception of hands wrist, feet, and ankles. To
ensure compliance, operations at closer distance than this distance
are prohibited.
Maintain a separation distance of 20 cm or more between the operator and the RF antenna of the VS Series leak detector with a wireless base station.
Use only approved type of antennas for:
❑
Wireless Remote: Centurion, Model WCP2400-MMCX2,
www.centurion.com.
❑
VS Series Leak Detector Wireless Base Station, Nearson,
Model S181FL-5-RMM- 2450S, www.nearson.com
Power and Static Sensitivity
WARNING
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Depending on the unit configuration ordered, the mains power
supply requirements for VS Series leak detectors are:
❑
100 VAC, 50 Hz, 20 A
❑
115 VAC, 60 Hz, 20 A or
❑
230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 12 A
Before powering the unit for the first time, verify that the unit is
configured to operate for the local mains supply voltage.
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CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Use surge protection to improve the immunity of the leak
detector against unidirectional transients caused by the
following phenomena:
❑
Switching phenomena in the power network
(e.g., switching of capacitor banks, inductive loads,
electrical motors, etc.)
❑
Faults in the power network
❑
Indirect lightning strokes
Many components of the leak detector are static sensitive.
Wear a grounding device when performing any maintenance
on the leak detector, especially when performing maintenance
of static sensitive parts, such as circuit boards and the
spectrometer.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when it is operated in a
commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate RF energy,
which if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructional manual, can cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
When this equipment is operated in a commercial
environment, operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
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This equipment must not cause harmful interference.
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This equipment must accept any interference received,
including interference (RF and ESD) that may cause
undesired operation.
The equipment may need to be reset after RF and/or ESD events
by cycling the Power Switch/Circuit Breaker on the back panel
of the unit.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is also likely to
cause harmful radio communications interference, in which
case, the users will be required to correct the interference at
their expense.
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WARNING
This equipment is designed to meet current EEC regulations:
LVD (Low Voltage Directive, 73/23/EEC:1993) and EMC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, 89/336/EEC:1993) for
Material Group III, Pollution Degree 2 environment for
Industrial, Scientific, Measuring and Process Control Electrical
Equipment and R&TTE (Radio and Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment Directive, 199915/EC:1999)
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Any modifications on the part of the user are liable to cause
non-compliance with regulations or affect the EMC
performance and the safety of the product. Agilent cannot
be held responsible for consequences resulting from such
intervention.
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Before powering the unit the first time, verify that the unit is
configured to operate for the local mains supply voltage.
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The equipment can be damaged by:
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Incorrect mains AC supply voltages
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Radio Frequency (RF) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
energy inputs that exceed the maximum ratings
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Operating in very high temperatures or without adequate
ventilation
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Immersion in liquids
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Physical abuse
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All electrical connections must be performed by a qualified
electrician and must comply with national and local codes.
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Opening the enclosure may expose hazardous voltages.
Always disconnect the power cord and interface cables
before opening the enclosure. Do not touch the power
inlet’s contacts for at least 10 seconds after disconnecting
the power cord.
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Electrical installation must include the appropriate branch
circuit (20 A maximum), with a long time delay and a
reliable earth ground.
❑
Use only the power cord that was provided with your leak
detector. The use of extension cords is not recommended
and could result in damage to the equipment and loss of
warranty.
❑
To avoid electric shock, connect the product power cord to
a grounded power receptacle. A power cord with a
grounding conductor is required.
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VS Series Helium Mass Spectrometer Leak Detectors
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Store the Ion Source/Preamplifier sub-assembly in a cool, dry
area in a tightly sealed, ESD protected container. Wear lint-free
gloves when handling the spectrometer. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling the spectrometer filaments and
especially before smoking or eating.
The spectrometer operates at a very high vacuum produced by
the high vacuum pump. Service of the spectrometer requires
that this vacuum be vented to the atmosphere.
Do not use grease or any other substance on O-rings or metal
seals that will come in contact with the spectrometer.
If the spectrometer magnet comes in contact with a magnetic
surface, the magnet can become degraded causing the
spectrometer to lose sensitivity.
Pumps
WARNING
WARNING
To avoid injury, use proper lifting techniques when moving
pumps. Two people may be required to move pumps safely.
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The vacuum pumps are also compressors; incorrect operation
may be dangerous. Study the Mechanical Pump Operation
Manual enclosed with your pump before starting pumps.
The pumps are designed to prevent any thermal risk for user
safety. However, specific operating conditions may generate
temperatures >70 °C.
Hot oil burns the skin. Service of the pumps in this area must be
performed by authorized personnel only. Stand back from a
mechanical pump before starting it.
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WARNING
CAUTION
Agilent Services
Agilent offers:
❑
Rebuilt spectrometers on an exchange basis.
❑
NIST-traceable calibrated leak testing and verification services.
❑
Preventive maintenance services.
❑
Overhaul services.
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System recertification.
To avoid injury, wait until the turbo pump is completely
stopped before disconnecting it from the vacuum system.
To vent the turbo, use the system vent function described in
Section 3.1.8.1 “Turbo Vent” on page 3-20.
Check the oil level often. Do not allow oil-based mechanical
pumps to run when the oil level is below the LOW mark.
Damage to pumps can occur if operated with no oil, if the oil
level is too high or if the oil has become discolored.
❑
Support agreements.
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On-site support.
Please see our catalog or contact us to learn about available services.
Contacting Agilent
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In the United States, you can contact Agilent Customer Service at 1-800-882-7426. See the
back cover of this manual for a listing of our sales and service offices.
Visit our web site at: http://www.chem.agilent.com/en-US/Products/Instruments/vacuum/
pages/default.aspx.
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Section 1. Introduction to the VS Series
Leak Detector
1.1 The VS Series Leak Detector
The VS Series is a wide-range Helium Mass Spectrometer Leak Detector, which is
comprised of a turbo molecular high vacuum pump, internal mechanical rough pump
(model VS PR02), internal scroll pump (model PD03), external mechanical rough pump
(models VS MR15, VS MD30, VS BR15 and VS BD30), spectrometer tube, valve block, leak
detector electronics, an operator interface (TFT-LCD display with a touch panel and two
hard buttons: TEST and VENT), and optional features, including:
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Wireless remote control that is includes:
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Wireless Base PCB (P/N R2541301) installed in a VS leak detector
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Wireless Remote unit (P/N R3000301).
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Optional I/O PCB (P/N R2111301).
Both models VS MR15x and VS MD30x include an optional two-wheel cart.
All models are available in 100/115 VAC and 230 VAC configurations (see Table 1-1 on
page 1-2).
The wireless remote control has the following capabilities:
❑
RF communication between VS leak detector (Base Station or Host) and the Wireless
Remote unit from the distance up to 100 m (300 ft).
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Enter the VS leak detector unit into Test and Hold modes from the Wireless Remote
unit keypad.
❑
Read the VS leak detector unit's leak rate in a linear and logarithmic bar graph
format with a numeric range indicator and System status in alphanumeric format on
the Wireless Remote unit LCD display.
❑
Configure up to ten different VS leak detector units for wireless control by toggling
through a MAC address list using one Wireless Remote unit.
The optional I/O PCB compromises:
❑
Optically isolated parallel I/O (DB25 female connector with 12 output and 8 input
lines) to use with an external PLC and should be powered by the user (+5-24 VDC)
via a cable with length less than 10’ and provided by the user (see Appendix A.3.2
“I/O Connector” on page A-14).
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Model
Number
VS PR02
CAUTION
The usage of a longer cable for the parallel I/O output
connection with an external PLC is fully responsibility of the
user. Some EMC prevention measure may be required by the
user
❑
USB HUB with two downstream type A connectors and one upstream type B
connector.
NOTE
USB features are SW disabled in this release.
Table 1-1 VS Series Leak Detector Configurations and Part Numbers
Vacuum Pump System
Agilent
P/N
Mains
Voltage
Configuration
VSPR021 100/115 VAC
DS-42 N/A Portable N/A
VSPR022 230 VAC
Two
Wheel
CartInternal External
VS MR15
VS MD30
VS BR15
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VS BD30
VS PD03
VSMR151 100/115 VAC
N/A DS302 Mobile Yes
VSMR152 230 VAC
VSMD301 100/115 VAC
VSMD302 230 VAC
N/A TS620 Mobile Yes
VSMR151 100/115 VAC
VSBR152 230 VAC
N/A DS302 Bench Mount N/A
VSBD301 100/115 VAC
VSBD302 230 VAC
N/A TS620 Bench Mount N/A
VSPD030 110 VAC
VSPD031 115 VAC
IDP-3 N/A
Portable
N/A
VSPD032 220 VAC
Outline drawings for each configuration are shown in Section 1.1.1 “VS Series Leak
Detector Configurations”.
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1.1.1 VS Series Leak Detector Configurations
This section contains outline drawings of the leak detector configurations. Dimensions are
given in inches, in brackets, and in mm, below the brackets.
Figure 1-1 shows the outline drawing and physical dimensions of the portable leak detector
with Internal DS42 Wet Rotary Vane Pump, Model VS PR02 and the PD03, which utilizes a
Agilent IDP-3 dry pump.
Figure 1-1 Portable Leak Detector with Internal DS42 Wet Rotary Vane Pump, Model VS
PR02, and Portable Leak Detector with Internal IDP-3 (PD03) Dimensions
Figure 1-2 shows the outline drawing and physical dimensions of a mobile leak detector
with External DS302 Wet Rotary Vane Pump on a Cart, Model VS MR15.
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Figure 1-2 Mobile Leak Detector with External DS302 Wet Rotary Vane Pump on a Cart,
Model VS MR15, Dimensions
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Figure 1-3 shows the outline drawing and physical dimensions of a Mobile Leak Detector
with External TS620 Dry Scroll Pump on a Cart, Model VS MD30.
Figure 1-3 Mobile Leak Detector with External TS620 Dry Scroll Pump on a Cart, Model VS
MD30, Dimensions
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1.2 Unpacking the Leak Detector
The following items are included in the shipment:
❑
VS Series Helium Mass Spectrometer Leak Detectors Operations Manual
❑
VS Series leak detector configured and completely assembled as ordered
❑
All necessary power cords, as ordered
❑
Pump manuals (for the purchased configuration)
❑
Any optional equipment ordered
❑
Any manuals for optional equipment purchased
1.2.1 Unpacking Instructions
To unpack the leak detector and remove it from the skid:
1. Inspect the container for evidence of damage in shipment.
a. Do not discard evidence of rough handling.
b. Report the damage to the carrier and to Agilent Customer Service without delay. See
the back cover of this manual for a listing of our sales and service offices.
2. Wear safety glasses and carefully cut the outer container holding straps.
3. Carefully remove the outer shipping container.
4. Inspect the leak detector and related items immediately for any indication of shipping
damage.
5. Carefully cut the leak detector holding straps.
6. Remove any loose boxes or packages and put them aside.
Keep the original packing for re-use in the event that it is necessary to return the leak
detector to Agilent.
7. Carefully remove the plastic bag covering the leak detector.
Proceed to Section 1.2.2 “Removing the Leak Detector from the Skid”.
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1.2.2 Removing the Leak Detector from the Skid
There are three methods for removing the leak detector from the skid, depending on the
leak detector model ordered. All methods require two people. The third method
involves removing the Skid-Mates (the blue donut-shaped mounts at the front of the
skid) from the skid.
WARNING
For portable and bench mount leak detectors (PD, PR, BR and BD models):
Method 1
1. With the assistance of a helper (one person per side), carefully lift the leak detector off
the skid using the leak detector side handles.
CAUTION
2. Gently place the leak detector on a designated flat surface.
3. Remove all loose packing from around the leak detector.
For mobile leak detectors (PD, PR, MR and MD models):
Handle the leak detector carefully and properly in the following
steps. Personal injury or damage to the leak detector could
result from improper handling. The leak detector is heavy and
can cause personal injury if not handled carefully when
removing it from the skid.
Keep the leak detector relatively horizontal when lifting. Lifting
the leak detector at a severe angle could cause oil to spill in
units with oil-sealed mechanical pumps installed.
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Method 2
1. With the assistance of a helper, carefully roll the leak detector toward the front of
the skid.
2. Lift the front end of the unit and gently lower it onto the floor.
3. Lift the rear of the unit and roll it on the front casters until it is clear of the skid.
4. Gently lower the rear end onto the floor.
5. Take out and remove all loose packing from the leak detector.
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Method 3
1. Using a lever, carefully raise the front edge of the skid between 1" and 2".
2. While a helper holds the leak detector against the back brace, unscrew and remove the
front two Skid-Mates by turning them in a counterclockwise direction.
3. Make sure the helper is still holding the leak detector against the back of the skid, then
gently lower the front of the skid to the floor.
4. Carefully and slowly roll the leak detector off the skid and onto the floor.
5. Take out and remove all loose packing from the leak detector.
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Additional ventilation requirements for
your specific application are discussed in
Section 1.3.2 “Recommended Additional
Services” on page 1-11.
When installing a bench system with a
mechanical pump, the power cord for that
pump, if connected to the back of the leak
detector, cannot exceed three meters.
Additionally, connect the mechanical pump
to the leak detector using the shortest
possible vacuum connection to maximize
vacuum performance.
1.3 Installation
CAUTION
The VS Series Leak Detector is delivered completely assembled as ordered. Installation
requirements are described in Table 1-2.
Item Requirement
Leak Detector Location
Read the Preface for all operational warnings and cautions.
Table 1-2 Installation Requirements
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Close to its power source.
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Four inch clearance for proper ventilation.
❑
Sufficient room for the operator to safely maneuver to
perform testing.
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Power Either (depends on configuration ordered):
❑
100 VAC, 50 Hz, 20 A
❑
115 VAC, 60 Hz, 20 A or
❑
230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 12 A (models PR, MR and MD)
❑
230 VAC, 50 Hz, (model PD03)
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