Atlas SUNTEST CPS, SUNTEST CPS PLUS Operating Manual
SUNTEST CPS / CPS+
Operating Manual
Operating manual SUNTEST CPS / CPS+
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1 Notes for safe operation.................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Explanation of the pictorial signs..................................................................................................................6
1.2 Instructions for safe operation ......................................................................................................................7
2 Installation of unit ..........................................................................................................................................8
2.1 Supply schedule ..........................................................................................................................................8
2.2 Packing material ..........................................................................................................................................8
2.3 Locati on requ iremen ts..................................................................................................................................9
2.4 Installation ...................................................................................................................................................9
3 Description of unit ........................................................................................................................................10
3.1 Description of Suntest CPS .......................................................................................................................10
3.2 Description of Suntest CPS+ .....................................................................................................................10
3.3 Components with similar construction SUNTEST CPS / CPS+ .................................................................. 11
4 Description of functions ...............................................................................................................................12
4.1 Radiation and filtering .................................................................................................................................12
4.2 Ventilation circuit s......................................................................................................................................12
4.3 Spectral distribution with additional filters...................................................................................................13
4.4 Sensor system in SUNTEST CPS+ ...........................................................................................................14
4.5 Safety devices ...........................................................................................................................................15
4.6 Safety markings.........................................................................................................................................15
5 Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................16
6 Commissioning .............................................................................................................................................18
6.1 Mounting of specimen table .......................................................................................................................18
6.2 Assembling the radiation system ...............................................................................................................18
6.3 Connection to power supply .......................................................................................................................21
7 Operation and shutdown .............................................................................................................................22
7.1 Confi gurat ion of u nit ...................................................................................................................................22
7.2 Standard testing procedure ........................................................................................................................22
7.3 T esting procedure with optional unit............................................................................................................22
7.4 Operation of SUNTEST CPS ......................................................................................................................23
7.5 Operation of SUNTEST CPS+ program controller ......................................................................................23
7.6 Data transfer to a PC .................................................................................................................................24
7.7 Shutdown...................................................................................................................................................24
8 Calibration ....................................................................................................................................................25
8.1 Calibration of irradiance with the XenoCal Global Sensor ............................................................................25
8.2 Calibration of irradiance with the Radialux Global Sensor ...........................................................................26
8.3 Calibratio n of the blac k standard te mperature.............................................................................................27
9 Cleaning / Consumables..............................................................................................................................28
9.1 Cleaning.....................................................................................................................................................28
9.2 Consumables / Spare parts........................................................................................................................29
10 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................30
10.1 Maintenance and care................................................................................................................................30
10.2 Commissioning ..........................................................................................................................................30
11 Technical data ..............................................................................................................................................31
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List of graphics Page
Fig. 1 Description of unit Suntest CPS.................................................................................................................10
Fig. 2 Description of unit Suntest CPS+...............................................................................................................10
Fig. 3 Components with similar construction SUNTEST CPS / CPS+ .................................................................. 11
Fig. 4 Test chamber ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Fig. 5 Radiation and filtering .................................................................................................................................12
Fig. 6 V entilation circuit s......................................................................................................................................12
Spectral distribution with additional filters...................................................................................................13
Fig. 7 Sensor system in the SUNTEST CPS+ .....................................................................................................14
Fig. 8 Safety devices ...........................................................................................................................................15
Fig. 9 Safety markings.........................................................................................................................................15
Fig. 10 Mounting of specimen table .......................................................................................................................18
Fig. 11 Components of the radiation system ..........................................................................................................18
Fig. 12 Opening the assembly compartment..........................................................................................................19
Fig. 13 Installation of optical filters .........................................................................................................................19
Fig. 14 Installation of Xenon lamp..........................................................................................................................20
Fig. 15 Installation of mirrors..................................................................................................................................20
Fig. 16 Closing the assembly compartment ...........................................................................................................21
Fig. 17 Connection to power supply .......................................................................................................................21
Fig. 18 Standard testing procedure ........................................................................................................................22
Fig. 19 Operation of SUNTEST CPS ......................................................................................................................23
Fig. 20 Operation of SUNTEST CPS+ program controller .......................................................................................23
Fig. 21 Data transfer to a PC (pin configuration).....................................................................................................24
Fig. 22 Calibration of irradiance with the XenoCal Global Sensor ............................................................................25
Fig. 23 Calibration of irradiance with the Radialux Global Sensor ...........................................................................26
Fig. 24 Calibration of the black standard temperature.............................................................................................27
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Dear user ,
Please note that certain kinds of work must only be carried out by personnel who are suitably qualified:
• The SUNTEST CPS/CPS+ may be operated only by trained und authorized laboratory personnel,
• The unit should only be cleaned by trained personnel.
• This operating manual describes the SUNTEST CPS and the SUNTEST CPS+ weathering units.
• Please read the Operating Manual carefully before using the SUNTEST CPS/CPS+.
Y ou will then be able to exploit all the advantages that the device offers and prevent damage.
• If unusual problems occur, that have not been treated in sufficient det ail in this operating manual, please contact the
supplier for your own safety .
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Notes for safe operation
A TLAS Material Testing Technology B.V
V ogelsbergstr. 22
63589 Linsengericht / Altenhaßlau
Deutschland
Phone ++ 49 / 6051 / 707-140
Fax ++ 49 / 6051 / 707-149
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Notes for safe operation
Dear User:
• This unit has been manufactured according to the state-of-the-art and is operationally safe. Nonetheless, there may
be some danger from this unit, especially if it is operated by personnel who are not adequately trained, or if it is used
in an improper manner, and not for its intended purpose.
• For personnel working with or on this unit, the operating agency must provide written instructions, in an easy-tounderstand form, based on these instructions, and make it available in the natural language of the employee (FRG:
Accident Prevention Act, UVV VGB 1 § 7, 2).
• Based on these instructions, train the operating and cleaning personnel in the function, operation and maintenance
of this unit.
• The contents of this operating manual are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
• The German version of this operating manual is binding in the case of translations in other, foreign languages.
• For reasons of safety, changes or modifications to the unit on your own initiative are not permitted.
Please keep this operating manual carefully and accessibly in the vicinity of your instrument, so that safety
instructions and important information can be looked up at any time.
Trade marks:
All the trade marks in the instructions are the exclusive property of the respective manufacturers.
Copyright
©
1999, A TLAS MTT BV • D-63589 Linsengericht-Altenhaßlau • Germany
Edition dated:
March 1999
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Safety symbols will draw your attention to safety-critical operating errors.
Symbols used in the operating manual
WARNING!
Non-compliance with these can result in serious or even
fatal injury .
CAUTION!
Non-compliance with these can result in medium to light
personal injury or damage to property .
NOTE!
Provides usage tips and useful information.
CE - Conformance mark
Symbols on the unit
Pull out the power plug before opening the device !
Warns you not to touch live parts of the unit when you open
the device.
CE - Conformance mark
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Notes for safe operation
1.1 Explanation of the pictorial signs
Pull mains plug
before opening !
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Notes for safe operation
Please also follow the safety instructions in the individual chapters.
Usage as authorized:
• SUNTEST CPS / CPS+ are used for exposure and weathering of material samples.
• The unit is suitable for continuous operation.
• The unit has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility and for installation in an industrial application.
Unauthorized usage:
• No substances of materials that are inflammable or that can explode should be used in the test chamber .
• No substances or materials that may release toxic substances in any form should be used in the test chamber .
• The device must not be used for drying or heating objects or foodstuffs.
Safety instructions for commissioning:
WARNING - Pull out the power plug:
Coming in contact with live parts can result in a possibly fatal electrical shock. When assembling the irradiance system, set the ON (I) / OFF (O) switch to the "OFF (O)" position and pull out the power plug. Secure
the power plug from being inserted again.
WARNING - UV radiation being emitted:
If the specimen table is not used, UV radiation is emitted on the lower side of the unit and can result in
damage to skin and retina. Always use the specimen table when the unit is running !
WARNING - UV radiation being emitted:
If the mirrors (figure 15) are not used, UV radiation is emitted on the upper side of the unit and can result in
damage to skin and retina. Always mount the mirrors.
CAUTION - Danger of cuts and gashes:
The optical filters have sharp edges that may cause cuts and gashes.
Always wear protective gloves when working on the radiation system.
The device fulfills the following safety specifications:
• DIN EN Part 1:1991-11, Part 2:1995-06
Safety of machinery
• DIN EN 60601 Part 1:1994-05
Safety regulations for electrically operated measuring, controlling, regulating and laboratory equipment. General
requirements.
• DIN EN 50178 (VDE0160): 1998-04
Electronic equipment for use in power installations
• DIN EN 50082 (VDE 0839) Part 2:1997-11
Electromagnetic compatibility , Professional Basic Norm, immunity from distortion. Part 1: Residential areas, business and industrial areas as well as small industries. Part 2: Industrial area.
Disposal:
• Please dispose of the packing materials according to the applicable disposal guidelines. There is a list given in
chapter 2.2, "Packing Material".
• Xenon lamps are special waste and may be sent to ATLAS MTT B.V. for disposal.
• Old units contain re-usable materials. Therefore, please do not simply dispose of old units at the nearest garbage
dump, but ask your city or community administration for the possibilities of recycling.
1.2 Instructions for safe operation
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Installation of unit
2.1 Supply schedule
The weathering unit is available in two versions: SUNTEST CPS or SUNTEST CPS+.
The basic unit of SUNTEST CPS consists of:
• Xenon lamp,
• Optical filter "coated quartz filter segment",
• UV mirror and light mirror,
• Specimen table,
• Sensor for measuring and regulating irradiance (E),
• Control panel with rotary switch for infinite adjustment
of irradiance, Xenon lamp operating hour meter and
switch for igniting the Xenon lamp.
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch.
SUNTEST CPS+ is equipped with the following:
• Xenon lamp,
• Optical filter "coated quartz filter segment",
• UV mirror and light mirror,
• Specimen table,
• Sensor for measurement and control of irradiance (E),
• Sensor for measurement and control of the black standard temperature (BST),
• Sensor for measuring the test chamber temperature
(TCT),
• Program controller with a display for displaying data
and keyboard for data input,
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch,
• Serial RS 232-port for connection to a PC.
2.2 Packing material
• Polyethylene foam (PE)
• Corrugated cardboard
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2.3 Location requirements
Climatic conditions required for the place of installation:
• During continuous operation, the hot air emitted by the
air-cooling system results in a constantly changing climate in the room. Therefore, the SUNTEST unit should
only be installed in air-conditioned, sufficiently ventilated places of installation.
• The places of installation must be kept free of dust.
• The room temperature must be maintained between
18°C and 25°C.
• The max. relative humidity should be 70%.
The requirement for coolant air is as follows:
• 120 m³/h for lamp cooling and cooling of the test chamber.
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2.4 Installation
Installation SUNTEST CPS / CPS+:
• Dimensions of unit (width x depth x height):
780 mm x 350 mm x 350 mm,
• Weight of unit approx. 30 kg,
• The unit must be set up on a sufficiently stable laboratory bench with a non-flammable support underneath;
the laboratory bench should be aligned so that it is
horizontal.
Caution - Overheating of the unit:
Blocking of the air inlet and air outlets can result in
overheating and damage to the unit!
When installing the unit, the following minimum distances to the neighboring walls or objects must be
maintained:
to the front: 700 mm
to the back: 500 mm
to the top: 350 mm
to both sides: 300 mm
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Covering hood
"
Xenon lamp operating hour meter
#
Rotary switch for setting the irradiance
$
ON (I) / OFF (O) switch
%
Switch for igniting the Xenon lamp
&
Test chamber door
'
Air outlet of the lamp cooling and temperature control
of the test chamber
Figure 1
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Description of unit
Figure 2
!
Covering hood
"
Program controller
#
Display
$
Numerical keyboard
%
ON (I) / OFF (O) switch
&
Test chamber door
'
Air outlet of the lamp cooling and temperature control
of the test chamber
3.1 Description of SUNTEST CPS
SUNTEST CPS facilitates manual setting of the testing
programs. The irradiance that has been set is regulated
at a constant value throughout the test duration.
Upper side of the unit:
• Covering hood ! of the assembly compartment for
the lamp and filtering system.
Front side of the unit:
• Rotary switch # for setting the irradiance,
• Xenon lamp operating hour meter ",
• Switch % for igniting the Xenon lamp,
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch $,
• T est chamber door &.
Left side of SUNTEST CPS:
• Air outlet ' of the lamp cooling and the temperature
control of the test chamber.
3.2 Description of SUNTEST CPS+
SUNTEST CPS+ is equipped with a microprocessor-based controller for measurement and regulation and works
with software-controlled testing programs.
Upper side of the unit:
• Covering hood ! of the assembly compartment for
the lamp and filtering system.
Front side of SUNTEST CPS+:
• Program controller " with
• Numeric keypad $ and
• Display #,
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch %,
• T est chamber door &.
Left side of SUNTEST CPS+:
• Air outlet '(of the lamp cooling and the temperature
regulation of the test chamber.
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