Atlas SUNTEST XLS Operating Manual
Operating manual
SUNTEST XLS / XLS+
Operating manual SUNTEST XLS / XLS+
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1 Notes for safe operation ............................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Explanation of the pictorial signs ................................................................................................................ 6
1.2 Instruction for safe operation ...................................................................................................................... 7
2 Installation of equipment .............................................................................................................................. 8
2.1 Supply schedule ......................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Packing material......................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Location requirements................................................................................................................................ 9
3 Description of equipment ........................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Description of Suntest XLS....................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Description of Suntest XLS+ .................................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Components with similar construction SUNTEST XLS / XLS+ ..................................................................11
4 Function description ................................................................................................................................... 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 XLS+ .......................................................................................................... 14
4.5 Safety devices .......................................................................................................................................... 15
4.6 Safety markings ....................................................................................................................................... 15
5 Accessories ................................................................................................................................................. 16
6 Commissioning ........................................................................................................................................... 18
6.1 Mount the sample table ............................................................................................................................ 18
6.2 Assemble the radiation system................................................................................................................. 19
6.3 Connect to the power supply .................................................................................................................... 22
7 Operation and Shutdown............................................................................................................................ 23
7.1 Setting the equipment conditions.............................................................................................................. 23
7.2 St andard test procedure ........................................................................................................................... 23
7.3 Testing procedure with optional equipment............................................................................................... 23
7.4 Operation of SUNTEST XLS ................................................................................................................... 24
7.5 Operation of the SUNTEST XLS+ Program Controller .............................................................................24
7.6 Data transfer ............................................................................................................................................ 25
7.7 Shutting down........................................................................................................................................... 25
8 Calibration ................................................................................................................................................... 26
8.1 Calibration of the irradiance with the XenoCal Global-Sensor .................................................................. 26
8.2 Calibration of the irradiance with the Radialux Global-Sensor .................................................................. 27
8.3 Calibration of the black standard temperature .......................................................................................... 28
9 Cleaning / Consumables............................................................................................................................ 29
9.1 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................... 29
9.2 Consumables / Sp are p arts ...................................................................................................................... 30
10 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................ 31
10.1 Maintenance and care .............................................................................................................................. 31
10.2 Commissioning......................................................................................................................................... 31
1 1 Technical dat a.............................................................................................................................................. 31
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List of graphics Page
Fig.1 Description of Suntest XLS....................................................................................................................... 10
Fig. 2 Description of Suntest XLS+ .................................................................................................................... 10
Fig. 3 Components with similar construction SUNTEST XLS / XLS+ ..................................................................11
Fig. 4 Test chamber ............................................................................................................................................11
Fig. 5 Radiation and Filtering.............................................................................................................................. 12
Fig. 6 Ventilation circuits..................................................................................................................................... 12
Spectral distribution with additional filters ................................................................................................. 13
Fig. 7 Sensor system in SUNTEST XLS+ .......................................................................................................... 14
Fig. 8 Safety devices .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Fig. 9 Safety markings ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Fig. 10 Mount the sample table ............................................................................................................................ 18
Fig. 1 1 Components of the radiation system ........................................................................................................ 19
Fig. 12 Open the assembly compartment............................................................................................................. 19
Fig. 13 Installation of the optical filter ................................................................................................................... 20
Fig. 14 Installation of the Xenon lamp .................................................................................................................. 20
Fig. 15 Installation of the reflector mirror .............................................................................................................. 21
Fig. 16 Close the assembly compartment ............................................................................................................ 21
Fig. 17 Connect to the power supply .................................................................................................................... 22
Fig. 18 St andard Test Procedure .......................................................................................................................... 23
Fig. 19 Operation of SUNTEST XLS .................................................................................................................... 24
Fig. 20 Operation of the SUNTEST XLS+ Program Controller ............................................................................. 24
Fig. 21 Data transfer to a PC (pin configuration) .................................................................................................. 25
Fig. 22 Calibration of the irradiance with the XenoCal Global Sensor.................................................................. 26
Fig. 23 Calibration of the irradiance with the Radialux Global Sensor .................................................................. 27
Fig. 24 Calibration of the black standard temperature.......................................................................................... 28
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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 XLS and SUNTEST XLS+ may be operated only by trained and authorized laboratory personnel.
• The equipment should only be cleaned by trained personnel.
• This operating manual describes the SUNTEST XLS and the SUNTEST XLS+ weathering equipment.
• Please read the Operating manual carefully before using the SUNTEST XLS / XLS+. You will then be able to
exploit all the advantages that the equipment offers and prevent damage.
• In case unusual problems occur, that have not been treated in sufficient detail in this operating manual, please
contact the supplier for your safety .
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Notes for safe operation
A TLAS Material Testing Technology GmbH
V ogelsbergstr . 22
63589 Linsengericht
Germany
Phone ++ 49 / 6051 / 707-140
Fax ++ 49 / 6051 / 707-149
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Dear User:
• This equipment has been manufactured according to the state-of-the-art and is operationally safe. Nonetheless,
there may be some danger from this equipment, especially if it is operated by personnel who are not adequately
trained, or if it is used in an improper manner, and not used for its intended purpose.
• For personnel working with or on this equipment, the operating agency must provide written instructions, in an
easy-to-understand 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 equipment.
• 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 equipment on your own initiative are not permitted.
Please keep this operating manual carefully and accessibly in the vicinity of your equipment, 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 ATLAS MTT GmbH • D-63589 Linsengericht • Germany
Edition dated:
November 1999
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Notes for safe operation
1.1 Explanation of the pictorial signs
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 equipment
CAUTION - Carefully follow operating instruc-
tions!
warns of possible danger.
Pull out power plug
warns against touching live parts of the equipment.
Do not open!
Do not open!
warns against opening the gas pressure spring.
CE - Conformance mark
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1.2 Instructions for safe operation
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Notes for safe operation
Please follow the safety instructions in the individual chapters.
Usage as authorized:
• SUNTEST XLS / XLS+ are used for exposure and weathering of material samples.
• The equipment is suitable for continuous operation.
• The equipment has been tested for electromagnetic compatibility and for installation in an industrial application.
Unauthorized usage:
• No substances or 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 equipment may 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 radiation 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.
W ARNING - UV-radiation being emitted: :
If the sample table is not used, UV -radiation is emitted at the bottom of the equipment and can result in damage to the
skin of the face and the retina. The sample table should always be used when the equipment is running !
CAUTION - cuts and gashes:
The optical filters have sharp edges that can result in cut wounds.
Hand-gloves must be worn at all times when working on the radiation unit.
The equipment fulfills the following safety specifications:
• DIN EN 292, Part 1:1991-11, Part 2:1995-06
Safety of machinery
• DIN EN 61010 Part 1:1994-05
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use. General requirements.
• DIN EN 50178 (VDE0160): 1998-04
Electronic equipment for use in power installations.
• DIN EN 50082 (VDE 0839) Part 1:1997-11
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), Generic immunity standard. Part 1: Residential, commercial and light industry . 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 equipment contains re-usable materials. Therefore, please do not simply dispose of old equipment at the
nearest garbage dump, but ask your city or community administration about the possibilities of recycling.
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2.1 Supply schedule
The weathering equipment is available in two versions, the SUNTEST XLS or SUNTEST XLS+ .
The basic equipment of the SUNTEST XLS consists of:
• Xenon Lamp,
• Optical filter „coated quartz dish",
• UV reflector and light mirror,
• 2 Z-Rails,
• Sample table,
• Sensor for measurement and regulation of the irradiance (E),
• Control panel with rotary switch for stepless adjustment of the irradiance, Xenon lamp operating hour
meter and ON/OFF switch of the Xenon lamp.
• ON / OFF switch
SUNTEST XLS+ is equipped with the following:
• Xenon Lamp,
• Optical filter „coated quartz dish“,
• UV-reflector and light mirror ,
• Sample table,
• 2 Z-Rails,
• Sensor for measurement and control of the irradiance
(E),
• Sensor for measurement and control of the black standard temperature (BST),
• Sensor for measuring the test chamber temperature
(CHT),
• Program controller with a display for displaying data
and keyboard for data input,
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch,
• Serial RS 232-port for connecting to a PC or a printer.
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2.2 Packing material
• Impregnated wood palette made of compound wood
• Polyethylene foil (PE)
• Polyethylene foam (PE)
• Corrugated cardboard
• Plastic wrapping ribbon (PP)
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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
equipment 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:
• Lamp cooling 250 m³/h,
• Air conditioner for the test chamber 340 m³/h.
Installation:
• Dimensions of equipment (width x depth x height):
930 mm x 500 mm x 485 mm,
• Weight of equipment approx. 80 kg,
• The equipment must be set up on a sufficiently stable
laboratory bench with a non-flammable support underneath and the laboratory bench should be aligned
so that it is horizontal.
• Please lift the unit for any displacement to avoid that
the rubber feet fall off the fixing screws.
Caution - Overheating of the equipment:
Blocking of the air inlet and air outlets can result in
overheating and damage to the equipment!
When installing the equipment, the following minimum distances to the neighboring walls or objects
must be maintained:
to the front 700 mm
to the back 500 mm
to both sides 300 mm
on top 400 mm.
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Covering hood
"
Rotary switch for setting the irradiance
#
Xenon lamp operating hour meter
$
Switch for Xenon lamp
%
ON (I) / OFF (O) switch
&
Test chamber door
Figure 1
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Description of equipment
Figure 2
!
Covering hood
"
Control panel
#
Numeric keypad
$
Display
%
ON (I) / OFF (O) Switch
&
RS 232 port for data transfer to a PC
'
Test chamber door
3.1 Description of SUNTEST XLS
SUNTEST XLS facilitates manual running of the testing
programs. The irradiance that has been set is controlled
at a constant value throughout the test duration.
Upper side of the equipment:
• Covering hood ! of the assembly compartment for
the lamp and filter system.
Front side of the equipment:
• Rotary switch " for setting the irradiance,
• Xenon lamp operating hour meter #,
• ON/OFF switch $ for Xenon lamp,
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch %,
• Test chamber door &.
3.2 Description of SUNTEST XLS+
SUNTEST XLS+ is equipped with a microprocessor-based controller for measurement and regulation and works
with software-controlled testing programs.
Upper side of the equipment:
• Covering hood ! of the assembly compartment for
the Xenon lamp and filtering system.
Front side of the equipment SUNTEST XLS+:
• Control panel " with
• Numeric keypad # and
• Display $,
• ON (I) / OFF (O) switch %,
• RS 232 port & for data transfer to a PC or printer ,
• Test chamber door '.
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