DH Instruments GB-152, GB-75 Operation And Maintenance Manual

GB-75™ and GB-152™

Gas Booster With Control Kit

Operation and Maintenance Manual

GB-75™ AND GB-152™ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

This equipment described in this manual is designed and manufactured for the intended purpose of generating high pressure gas. Certain precautions need to be followed during installation and operation of this device. Reading and understanding the material is essential to the safe and correct operation of the unit.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS ...............................................................I

TABLES................................................................................. III

FIGURES................................................................................III

ABOUT THIS MANUAL............................................................. IV

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................. 1

1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................1

1.2 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPONENTS....................................................................2

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................5

2. INSTALLATION .................................................................. 7

2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ............................................................................................................7

2.2 SITE REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................8

2.3 INSTALLATION AND SETUP..................................................................................................................9

2.4 INITIAL START UP................................................................................................................................12

1.2.1 GAS BOOSTER.............................................................................................................................................2

1.2.2 DRIVE AIR CONTROL KIT............................................................................................................................3

2.2.1 SITE................................................................................................................................................................8

2.2.2 GAS SUPPLIES.............................................................................................................................................8

2.2.2.1 DRIVE AIR SUPPLY ..................................................................................................................................8

2.2.2.2 HIGH PRESSURE INSTRUMENT GAS.....................................................................................................9

2.3.1 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS.....................................................................................................................9

2.3.2 INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................................10

2.3.2.1 BOOSTER INSTALLATION .....................................................................................................................10

2.3.2.2 DRIVE AIR CONTROL KIT INSTALLATION............................................................................................10

2.3.2.3 BOOSTER HIGH PRESSURE INSTRUMENT GAS SUPPPLY CONNECTION.....................................11

2.3.2.4 BOOSTER HIGH PRESSURE OUTPUT CONNECTION........................................................................11

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3. OPERATION..................................................................... 13

3.1 GENERAL OPERATING PRINCIPLE AND INFORMATION.................................................................13

3.2 OPERATION..........................................................................................................................................13

3.2.1 SETTING THE BOOSTER OUTPUT PRESSURE ......................................................................................14

3.2.2 TURNING THE BOOSTER ON AND OFF...................................................................................................14

4. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS .................................. 15

4.1 MAINTENANCE.....................................................................................................................................15

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5. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................ 17

5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION....................................................................................................................17

5.2 BOOSTER WILL NOT RUN...................................................................................................................17

5.3 BOOSTER RUNS TOO SLOWLY .........................................................................................................18

5.4 PRESSURE GENERATES TOO SLOWLY OR NOT AT ALL...............................................................18

5.5 BOOSTER RUNS (CYCLES) CONTINUOUSLY...................................................................................19

5.6 CANNOT ACHIEVE DESIRED PRESSURE..........................................................................................19

5.7 LEAKS ................................................................................................................................................... 20

5.8 GAS CONTINUOUSLY VENTS THROUGH EXHAUST MUFFLER......................................................20

6. WARRANTY STATEMENT .................................................. 21

6.1 WARRANTY STATEMENT....................................................................................................................21

TABLES AND FIGURES

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Table 1. GB-75 or GB-152 Parts List...........................................................................................................7

Table 2. DHI Authorized Service Providers...............................................................................................21

IIGGUURREES

Figure 1. GB-152 Gas Booster....................................................................................................................2

Figure 2. Drive Air Control Kit .....................................................................................................................3

Figure 3. System Schematic .......................................................................................................................4

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(CAUTION) is used in throughout the manual to identify user warnings and cautions.

(NOTE) is used throughout the manual to identify operating and applications advice and additional explanations.

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Manual Conventions

1. INTRODUCTION

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1.1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

GB-75 and GB-152 are gas boosters with control kits intended to be used to provide a very high pressure gas supply to systems using a GPC1 High Pressure Gas Controller and other high gas pressure test and calibration systems.

Both models include a pneumatically driven, piston type, self-cycling gas booster. The gas booster boosts a lower pressure, generally supplied from a bottle (2 MPa [300 psi] minimum), to higher pressure. The booster is powered by drive air. The high pressure output is equal to the drive air input times the boosting ratio of 75 or 152. The high pressure output is connected to the SUPPLY port of a GPC1 or other system to which high pressure gas is to be supplied.

Both gas booster models include a drive air control kit and interconnecting tubing. The kit is on a bracket that can be mounted at a convenient location remote from the booster itself.

GB-72 and GB-152 are not a good choice for supplying pressure to a PPCK+ high gas pressure controller/calibrator. A different model, GB-K-75 and GB-K-175, with features specifically intended to support PPCK+ is available for this application.

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1.2 LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPONENTS

1.2.1 GAS BOOSTER

1. High Pressure Instrument Gas Filter

2. High Pressure Instrument Gas Supply Port

3. Drive Air Supply Port (from Drive Air Control Kit)

4. Breather Port

5. Low Pressure Piston Body (50 % shorter in GB-75)

6. Muffler

7. High Pressure Piston Body

8. High Pressure Output Port

Figure 1. GB-152 Gas Booster

1. INTRODUCTION

1.2.2 DRIVE AIR CONTROL KIT

1. Drive Air Supply Connection (not visible)

2. Drive Pressure Adjust Regulator

3. Drive Pressure Indication Gauge

4. Drive Air Shut Off Valve

5. Drive Air Out Connection, to Booster (not visible)

Figure 2. Drive Air Control Kit

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1. Drive Air Regulator 5. High Pressure Outlet Port

2. Drive Air Gauge 6. Booster Pump

3. Drive Air Shutoff Valve 7. 1/4 in. PFA Tubing

4. High Pressure Instrument Gas Supply Port

Figure 3. System Schematic

8. Shop Drive Air Inlet Port

1. INTRODUCTION

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS

432 mm H x 241 mm W x 241 mm D (17 in. x 9.5 in. x 9.5 in.) 584 mm H x 241 mm W x 241 mm D (23 in. x 9.5 in. x 9.5 in.)

13.4 kg (29.4 lbs)

16.4 kg (36 lbs)

1.8 kg (4 lbs)

0.15 to 1 MPa (20 to 150 psi) Maximum high pressure output is drive air pressure times 75 (GB-75) or 152 (GB-152)

2 to 20 MPa (300 to 3 000 psi) Maximum high pressure output is high pressure supply times 25

425 to 2 125 slm (15 to 75 scfm) 140 to 560 slm (5 to 20 scfm) 1/4 in. NPT female

1/4 in. NPT female DH 500 female (DH500 F is a gland and collar type fitting for

coned and left hand threaded 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) OD tube, equivalent to AE F250C, HIP HF4, etc.)

Drive air setting times 75, to 70 MPa maximum Drive air setting times 152, to 110 MPa maximum 75:1 152:1

Dimensions:

Weight:

Pressure Supply Pressure Range:

Supply Flow Rates:

Pressure Connections:

High Pressure Output:

Booster Piston Ratio:

GB 75 Booster: GB 152 Booster: GB 75 Booster: GB 152 Booster: Drive Air Control Kit: Shop Drive Air:

High Pressure Supply Gas:

Shop Drive Air: High Pressure Supply Gas: Drive Air Supply Inlet: High Pressure Gas

Supply Inlet: High Pressure Outlet:

GB 75 Booster: GB 152 Booster: GB 75 Booster: GB 152 Booster:

Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, all specifications are subject to change

without notice.

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2. INSTALLATION

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2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

GB-75 and GB-152 are delivered enclosed in plastic film and secured by foam in place in a corrugated box. The Drive Air Control Kit and Interconnections Kit are included in the same box.

Remove all parts from the shipping box and plastic bag. Be sure not to lose or discard the Drive Air Control Kit and Interconnections Kit.

Inspect all parts for damage. If damage is noted, report it to your Receiving Department for appropriate action.

Inspect for any missing components or accessories using Table 1. Should any items be missing, contact

DHI or you local supplier.

Table 1. GB-75 or GB-152 Parts List

DESCRIPTION PART #

GB-75 Gas Booster 401002

GB-152 Gas Booster 400509

GB-75 Gas Booster, Hydrocarbon Free 401816

GB-152 Gas Booster, Hydrocarbon Free 401815

Accessories including:

1 ea. Operation and Maintenance Manual 550038 1 ea. Drive Air Control Kit 400998

Interconnections Kit:

2 m (6 ft) 1/4 in. PFA tubing 101450-Z

1 ea. Tube weld, 1.5 m (60 in.) x 1/8 in. (3 mm) with DH500 tips (coiled) 402506

401817

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2.2 SITE REQUIREMENTS

2.2.1 SITE

There are no special site requirements. The GB gas booster system is divided into two parts: the gas booster itself and the Drive Air

Control Kit. The two parts are separated so that they may be installed separately. The gas booster, which is large and relatively noisy, does not need to be accessed regularly.

It is generally mounted out of the way, for example behind and under a work bench. The booster may be set horizontally or vertically.

Connections of gas supplies and output need to be considered carefully when selecting the installation site.

See Section 2.3.1 for additional recommendations.

2.2.2 GAS SUPPLIES

Two sources of compressed gas are required to operate the gas booster. They are drive air (see Section 2.2.2.1) and high pressure instrument gas (see Section 2.2.2.2).

2.2.2.1 DRIVE AIR SUPPLY

The drive air supply provides power to operate the booster. The booster’s very high pressure output is the drive air multiplied by either 75 (BG-75) or 152 (GB-152). This supply is usually “shop” or “factory” air.

Drive air requirements are: Flow rate: 425 slm (15 scfm) minimum Cleanliness: Not critical, use 60 micron filter Humidity: 20 to 50 % RH. Do not use dry gas. Approximate drive air pressures required to reach different high pressure

outputs are:

MODEL

BOSTER

GB-75 400 (60) 25 (3 500) GB-75 700 (100

GB-75 1 000 (150 GB-152 450 (60) 50 (7 500) GB-152 550 (80) 70 (10 000) GB-152 900 (130

DRIVE AIR

[kPa (psi)]

OUTPUT PRESSURE

[MPa (psi)]

50 (7 500) 70 (10 000)

110 (16 000)

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2.2.2.2 HIGH PRESSURE INSTRUMENT GAS

High pressure instrument gas is boosted by the booster and output from the booster high pressure OUT port.

High pressure instrument gas supply requirements are: Flow rate: 140 slm (5 scfm) minimum Cleanliness: Use clean, dry instrument grade gases only. Pressure: 2 MPa (300 psig) minimum, 20 MPa (3 000 psig) maximum.

Maximum boosted pressure output is high pressure supply

times 25.

2.3 INSTALLATION AND SETUP

2.3.1 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

The GB gas booster system is divided into two parts: the gas booster itself and the Drive Air Control Kit. The two parts are separate so that they may be installed separately.

The gas booster, which is large and relatively noisy, does not need to be accessed regularly. It is generally mounted out of the way, for example behind and under a work bench. The booster may be set horizontally or vertically.

The Drive Air Control Kit allows local control of booster operation. The output pressure of the booster can be set by adjustment of the drive air pressure and the SHUTOFF valve turns the booster ON and OFF. The Drive Air Control Kit is presented on a bracket meant to be mounted at a location convenient to the operator, for example on the front of a work bench.

When selecting the site for installation of the GB gas booster system, carefully consider access for the connections that need to be made (drive air to the Drive Air Control Kit, high pressure instrument gas to the booster, very high pressure gas output from the booster to the test or calibration system).

The orientation of the booster is of no consequence to its operation. It may be installed vertically, horizontally or any combination of the two with no affect on performance or maintenance.

A variety of factors must be considered when determining where to locate the gas booster and the Drive Air Control Kit. Factors include, but are not limited to:

• If control over booster operation by the operator is desired, locate the Drive Air Control Kit where it can be easily accessed;

• The high pressure being generated and associated safety concerns;

• The source of gas supplies (drive air supply and high pressure instrument

gas supply);

• Point of use of output pressures;

• Noise levels. The booster operation is noisy;

• Vibration during use;

• Access to the unit for operation of the regulators and valve;

• Vents to atmosphere.

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2.3.2 INSTALLATION

The installation of the gas booster system is broken down into four parts:

• Installation of the gas booster (see Section 2.3.2.1)

• Installation and connection of the Drive Air Control Kit (see Section 2.3.2.2)

• Connection of the booster high pressure instrument gas supply (see Section 2.3.2.3)

• Connection of the booster high pressure output (see Section 2.3.2.4)

2.3.2.1 BOOSTER INSTALLATION

To install the gas booster system, follow the steps below:

Place the gas booster in the appropriate location. Consider the booster high pressure instrument gas supply and high pressure

output connections. The booster may sit vertically or horizontally. Orientation does not affect operation.

Use the attached mounting brackets to secure the booster to a fixed location

if desired.

Due to the reciprocating nature of the booster, it is advised that shock mounts

be used when rigidly mounting the booster.

2.3.2.2 DRIVE AIR CONTROL KIT INSTALLATION

To install the Drive Air Control Kit, follow the steps below: n Identify an appropriate location for the Drive Air Control Kit bracket. If the

booster will regularly be turned ON/OFF and/or frequent adjustment of booster output pressure is desired, the Drive Air Control Kit Bracket should be readily accessible. Consider the routing of the PFA tubing connection from the Control Kit bracket to the booster when selecting a location. The kit bracket is often mounted on the front bottom surface of a work bench.

o Mount the Drive Air Control Kit bracket onto the desired location using the

bracket mounting holes provided

p Back off (rotate counterclockwise) the DRIVE ADJUST regulator and put

the SHUTOFF valve in the OFF position.

q Connect the drive air supply to the 1/4 in. NPT F connection on the DRIVE

ADJUST regulator. Use tubing rated for at least 1 MPa (150 psig)

working pressure. See Section 2.2.2.1 for information on drive air supply requirements.

Maximum input pressure to the DRIVE ADJUST regulator is 1 MPa (150 psig). Pressures above this level may result in a failure that could damage the instrument and/or cause personal injury.

r Connect the Drive Air Supply Kit SHUTOFF valve output to the booster

DRIVE AIR INPUT port using the 2 m (6 ft.) length of 1/4 in. PFA tubing

provided in the GB accessories. Both fittings are 1/4 in. swage.

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2.3.2.3 BOOSTER HIGH PRESSURE INSTRUMENT GAS

SUPPPLY CONNECTION

To connect the booster high pressure instrument gas supply, follow the steps below:

n Connect a high pressure gas supply to the gas booster high pressure

IN port. The IN port is a 1/4 in. NPT F fitting on the high pressure gas filter. Use a thread sealer to seal the connection. The high pressure gas supply should not exceed 200 MPa (3 000 psi). See Section 2.2.2.2 for additional information on high pressure gas supply requirements.

Pressure present at the High Pressure IN port will be present at the high pressure OUT port. Do not supply pressure to the high pressure IN port unless you are prepared for there to be pressure at the high pressure OUT port.

2.3.2.4 BOOSTER HIGH PRESSURE OUTPUT CONNECTION

The booster high pressure OUT port is usually connected to the high pressure inlet of a test or calibration system to which high pressure is to be supplied, such as the DHI GPC1 Gas Pressure Controller. The booster high pressure OUT port is connected to the SUPPLY port of the GPC1 (see the GPC1 Operation and Maintenance Manual).

To connect the booster high pressure OUT port, proceed as follows:

- Connect the 1.5 m, 1/8 in. nipple with DH500 tips between the HIGH

PRESSURE OUT port and the GPC1 SUPPLY port. The DH500 glands and

collars are delivered installed in the female ports. Remove the orange plastic plug, slip the gland onto the DH500 tip, install the collar onto the DH500 tip and thread the gland into the female DH500 fitting. Torque gland to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).

Do not bend tubing with radius less than 50 mm (2 in.) or pressure capacity may be reduced.

Depending on the drive pressure set by the DRIVE ADJUST regulator, GB-75 may generate pressure over 70 MPa (10 000 psi) and GB-152 may generate pressure over 110 MPa (16 000 psi). Be sure to use fittings and tubing rated for the pressure that is to be output from the booster. Always use a DH500 or equivalent tube on the DH500 F high pressure OUT port connection. To limit the maximum pressure that can be generated by the booster, limit the drive air supply to the Drive Air Control Kit (see Section 2.2.2.1).

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2.4 INITIAL START UP

After installing the gas booster (see Section 2.3.2), perform the initial start up as follows: n Supply drive air: Check that the Drive Air Control Kit SHUTOFF valve is in the OFF position and

that the DRIVE ADJUST regulator is set to zero (fully counterclockwise). Apply drive pressure to the SHUTOFF valve (see Section 2.2.2.1 for information on drive air supply requirements).

o Supply high pressure instrument gas: Check that all connections to the high pressure IN and OUT

ports are secure. Apply high pressure gas to the high pressure IN port (see Section 2.2.2.2 for

information on high pressure instrument gas).

Ensure the high pressure supply does not exceed 20 MPa (3 000 psi). Pressures above this range may

result in a failure that could damage the instrument and/or cause personal injury.

p Adjust the DRIVE ADJUST regulator: Rotate the DRIVE ADJUST regulator knob (clockwise)

while observing the set pressure on the DRIVE gauge. Set the drive pressure to the maximum desired high pressure output divided by the booster ratio (75 for GB-75, 152 for GB-152). For example, if the desired high pressure output of a GB-152 is 70 MPa (10 000 psi), set the drive air pressure to 70 MPa/152 = 460 kPa (67 psi). Remember that when the SHUTOFF valve is in the ON position, the booster will operate until the high pressure output is equal to the drive air setting times the booster ratio.

The DRIVE ADJUST regulator is NOT self venting so it cannot be used to set pressure lower than the current pressure when the SHUTOFF valve is OFF. If you overshoot the desired set point, set the SHUTOFF valve to ON until the DRIVE pressure is lower than your desired setting. Then set the SHUTOFF valve to OFF and use the regulator to adjust the pressure in the ascending direction.

q Generate high pressure: Set the SHUTOFF valve to the ON position. The booster will begin to cycle

and will continue to cycle until it stalls. When it stalls, the high pressure output is roughly equal to the drive pressure setting times the booster's ratio (75 or 152).

3. OPERATION

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3.1 GENERAL OPERATING PRINCIPLE AND INFORMATION

Refer to Figure 3.

The purpose of the GB booster is to automatically boost gas pressure to very high pressure. The value of very high pressure that is generated depends on the drive air pressure setting. The unit generates high pressure using a Pneumatically Operated Gas Booster Pump and a Drive Air Control Kit.

GAS BOOSTER PUMP

The booster pump is a Pascal press utilizing two pistons connected together on the same axis having a normal area ratio of 75:1 (GB-75) or 152:1 (GB-152). The booster is a two-stroke, single stage reciprocating pump that generates gas pressures 75 or 152 times greater than the shop drive air applied to the pump. The pump operates automatically, provided drive air is supplied to the DRIVE ADJUST regulator and the regulator is set to at least 140 kPa (20 psig). Operation is continuous until the outlet pressure is 75 (GB-75) or 152 (GB-152) times the shop drive air pressure. At this point, the opposing forces within the pump reach equilibrium and the pump stalls. For example, using a GB-75 with the drive air pressure set to 500 kPa (73 psig), the pump will run until the high pressure output reaches 75 x 0.5 = 37.5 MPa (5 450 psig).

1. The Shop Drive Air section (low pressure) consists of a piston, cylinder, air cycling valve, pilot valve

and vent section. This section provides the reciprocating action and compression force needed to operate the booster and generate the high pressure gas. Drive air is channeled to the appropriate side of the piston (compression or suction stroke) by the air cycling valve. When the piston reaches full stroke, a pilot valve is mechanically activated causing the air cycling valve to change position. Shop drive air is routed to the opposite side of the piston reversing piston direction where a second pilot valve is activated repeating the process.

2. The high pressure section (high pressure) consists of a small piston and an inlet/outlet check valve

assembly. The small piston moves forward and backward with the air drive piston. During the suction stroke (backward movement), the outlet check valve closes and the inlet check valve opens letting supply high pressure gas enter the compression chamber. During the compression stroke, the inlet check valve closes and the outlet check valve opens letting boosted gas out of the pump.

The compression ratio of the high pressure piston is 25:1 (for both models). Maximum output pressure is limited by the instrument gas supply pressure. For example, with 2 MPa (300 psi) applied, maximum output pressure cannot exceed 2 x 25 = 50 MPa (7 500 psi).

3.2 OPERATION

Once the gas booster has been set up and the initial start up is completed, operation is very simple. There are two possible operator actions:

• Setting the booster output pressure (see Section 3.2.1).

• Turning the booster ON and OFF (see Section 3.2.2).

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3.2.1 SETTING THE BOOSTER OUTPUT PRESSURE

The booster output pressure is determined by the value of the drive air pressure. The approximate booster output will be the drive air pressure times 75 (GB-75) or 152 (GB-152).

To set the drive air pressure, adjust the DRIVE ADJUST regulator: n With the SHUTOFF valve in the ON position, observing the DRIVE gauge, adjust the

regulator counterclockwise to decrease pressure to a value lower than the desired set pressure. This is necessary because the regulator is not self-venting.

o Put the SHUTOFF valve in the OFF position. p Rotate the DRIVE ADJUST regulator knob clockwise while observing the set pressure

on the DRIVE gauge. Set the drive pressure to the maximum desired high pressure output divided by the booster ratio (75 for GB-75, 152 for GB-152). For example, if the desired high pressure output of a GB-152 is 70 MPa (10 000 psi), set the drive air pressure to 70 MPa/152 = 460 kPa (67 psi). Remember that when the SHUTOFF valve is in the ON position, the booster will operate until the high pressure output is equal to the drive air setting times the booster ratio.

To correctly set the pressure, gas flow must not occur. If flow is present in the circuit when the regulator is adjusted, the pressure will increase when flow is reduced. If the setpoint is exceeded, see Section 3.2.2.

The booster will run automatically, continuously until the high pressure output is equal to the drive pressure times 75 (GB-75) or 152 (GB-152). Set the drive pressure very carefully to avoid generating higher output pressures than desired which could be dangerous.

3.2.2 TURNING THE BOOSTER ON AND OFF

The booster is turned ON and OFF using the SHUTOFF valve of the Drive Air Control Kit. The SHUTOFF valve controls the supply of drive pressure to the booster.

Set the SHUTOFF valve to the ON position to supply drive pressure to the booster and cause it to operate.

Set the SHUTOFF valve to the OFF position to interrupt drive pressure to the booster and cause it not to operate.

When the booster is OFF, the high pressure supply is still present at the high pressure gas OUT port. This feature makes it easy to operate using the high pressure supply only when the booster is not needed.

Emergency shut-down of the gas booster pump can be performed at any time by closing the Drive Air Control Kit SHUTOFF Valve. This will prevent further generation of gas pressure by the pump but WILL NOT NECESSARILY reduce pressure to high pressure point-of-use.

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4.1 MAINTENANCE

GB-75 and GB-152 gas booster packages require no standard maintenance or adjustments.

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5. TROUBLESHOOTING

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5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

Before using this trouble shooting section, the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the

booster system.

For problems not covered in this section or direct technical assistance, please contact a DHI Authorized Service Provider (see Section 6).

5.2 BOOSTER WILL NOT RUN

The booster is a pneumatically operated pump. The reciprocating action is caused by an imbalance of forces within the pump due to the opposing drive air pressure and the high pressure gas supply that is being boosted. If the booster is not operating, it means that all forces are equal or that the pistons are seized.

• Check that the Drive Air Control Kit SHUTOFF valve is in the ON position. If not, set the valve fully to the ON position.

• Check that drive air pressure supply is actually present at the DRIVE ADJUST regulator inlet connection. If not, ensure drive air is supplied at the proper pressure and flow value (see Section 2.2.2.1).

• Check that the DRIVE ADJUST regulator is set to a pressure of 150 kPa (20 psig) or higher and that minimum flow requirements are met (see Section 2.2.2.2).

• Check that there are no gas leaks in the drive air circuit supplying the DRIVE ADJUST regulator. Repair any existing leaks.

• Check that gas is not continuously venting from the exhaust muffler. If gas is venting through the muffler, see Section 5.8.

• Check that the booster is not in a stalled state. If the booster is stalled, determine the reason and remedy. A stalled state will occur when the pressure in the high pressure section of the booster is equal to the pressure in the low pressure section times the ratio (75:1 or 152:1). A stall can only occur if the high pressure circuit is plugged.

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5.3 BOOSTER RUNS TOO SLOWLY

A slow running booster means that the pump itself is running slowly which also causes the pressure to be generated slowly.

• Check that the drive air SHUTOFF valve is in the ON position. If not, set the valve fully to the ON position.

• Check that the DRIVE ADJUST regulator is set to a pressure of 150 kPa (20 psig) or higher and that minimum flow requirements are met (see Section 2.2.2.2).

• Check that there are no restrictions in the shop drive air supply circuit so that adequate flow is available (see section 2.2.2.1). Remove any existing restrictions. If a filter is installed on the shop drive air circuit, it may cause an excessive flow restriction.

• Check that there are no leaks in the shop drive air circuit. Repair any existing leaks.

5.4 PRESSURE GENERATES TOO SLOWLY OR NOT AT ALL

A slow running booster will cause the pressure to be generated slowly. Ensure that the booster is running properly before continuing (see Section 5.3).

• Check that the high pressure gas supply is not below 2 MPa (300 psi). If the supply is too low, increase supply pressure. Speed of booster pressure generation is directly related to the pressure of the high pressure instrument gas supply. For example, pressure will be generated twice as fast with instrument gas supply of 14 MPa (2 000 psi) than with 7 MPa (1 000 psi).

• Check that there are no restrictions in the high pressure gas supply line to the booster. If a restriction exists, remove it. Restriction may be a valve not fully opened, a regulator with a low flow constant (CV), an inline filter, small diameter tubing, etc.

• Check that there are no leaks in the high pressure line from the booster OUT port to the point-of-use. Repair any leaks.

• Check that the inlet and outlet check valves in the high pressure booster piston are operating properly. Make sure the high pressure gas supply to the booster IN port is 2 MPa (300 psi) or greater and the drive air is set to at least 400 kPa (60 psi). Close the drive air SHUTOFF valve. Shutoff the high pressure OUT port near the port or, better yet, plug the port directly with a DH500 plug.

• Open the drive air SHUTOFF valve. The booster should cycle several times then stall. If the booster does not stall, the check valves are the most likely cause. In this case, the booster needs service. Contact a DHI Authorized Service Provider.

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

5.5 BOOSTER RUNS (CYCLES) CONTINUOUSLY

The booster is a pneumatically operated pump. The reciprocating action is caused by an imbalance of forces within the pump due to the opposing drive air pressure and the high pressure instrument gas supply that is being boosted. If the booster runs continuously, and there is no problem with the check valve (see Section 5.4), it means that the forces do not equalize.

• Check that the high pressure supply to the booster IN port is at least 2 MPa (300 psi). If not, ensure that supply meets required specifications (see Section 2.2.2.2).

• Check that the high pressure circuit connected to the booster OUT port is not open to atmosphere or doesn’t have a severe leak.

• If the shop drive air supply pressure is above 500 kPa (75 psig) for GB-75 or 250 kPa (40 psig) for GB-152, adjust to below this limit. If the booster stops running, increase high pressure supply to IN port instrument gas supply and try again.

5.6 CANNOT ACHIEVE DESIRED PRESSURE

• Check that the high pressure gas supply to the booster IN port is set above 2 MPa (300 psi) (the minimum value). In some cases, the minimum pressure supply is 40 MPa (600 psi). If in doubt, increase instrument gas supply to 40 MPa (600 psi).

• Check that the drive air is set at the correct value (depending on model) and that it is supplied to the booster. See Section 2.2.2.1.

• Check that no leaks exist in any of the pressure circuits. Repair any existing leaks.

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5.7 LEAKS

Pressure leaks are the most common problem found in pressure handling equipment. Normally, the first step is to determine if the leak is within the booster or outside of the unit.

• To determine if the leak is within the unit, disconnect at the booster high pressure OUT port and plug it. Establish similar conditions under which the leak was observed and determine if the leak is still present. For small leaks, it may be necessary to install an appropriate pressure sensing device at the OUT port. In some cases, it is useful to perform simple leak checks on the most common outside sources before disconnecting the test system. Note that leaks inside the booster are unusual unless there has been some disassembly.

• More than one leak can exist in a system. Fixing one leak does not guarantee a leak tight system. Therefore, continue executing the troubleshooting procedures until all leaks are located and corrected. Since it is impractical to produce a troubleshooting guide that will cover every conceivable leak, the source of your leak may not be covered in this guide.

• Check all fittings and components for leaks. Use leak detection fluid for small leaks. Tighten loose fittings or replace damaged fittings. Repair or replace leaking regulators.

Never tighten a fitting while it is under pressure. If pressure is in the system and the fitting should fail

while being tightened, you or those around you may be injured.

Do not over-torque the DH500 fittings that are inside the booster. To do so will damage them, requiring

their replacement. Recommended torque on a DH500 fitting gland is 15 Nm.

It is possible that a leak exists in the high pressure section of the gas booster. These leaks are very difficult to isolate and detect. If no leaks can be found following the above procedures, it is likely the problem is within the booster. Contact a DHI Authorized Service Provider for assistance (see Section 6).

5.8 GAS CONTINUOUSLY VENTS THROUGH

EXHAUST MUFFLER

When the booster does not run and gas is venting through the muffler, the boosters air cycling valve (spool valve) is stuck between its toggle points. This is normally caused by a low gas flow rate. There are two methods for restoring proper operation. It is recommended to perform them in the order below:

• Put the drive air SHUTOFF valve in the OFF position. Plug the booster high pressure OUT port. Increase drive air pressure, using the DRIVE ADJUST regulator, to about 500 kPa (75 psi). Put the drive air SHUTOFF valve into the ON position quickly. If the booster begins to operate normally, set the drive air SHUTOFF valve to OFF and reset the regulator to previous settings. Repeat the process until the booster begins normal operation.

• Put the drive air SHUTOFF valve in the OFF position. Plug the booster high pressure OUT port. Increase drive air pressure using the DRIVE ADJUST regulator to about 500 kPa (75 psi). Remove the exhaust muffler and use your hand to plug the vent port. Put the drive air SHUTOFF valve into the ON position quickly. When the build-up of pressure begins to leak past your hand, quickly remove it. If the booster begins to operate normally, set the drive air SHUTOFF valve to OFF, reinstall the muffler and reset regulators to previous settings. Repeat the process until the booster begins normal operation.

If normal operation cannot be restored, contact a DHI Authorized Service Provider.

6. WARRANTY STATEMENT

66.

AARRRRAANNTTYY

TTAATTEEMMEENNT

6.1 WARRANTY STATEMENT

Except to the extent limited or otherwise provided herein, DH Instruments, a Fluke Company (DHI) warrants for one year from purchase, each new product sold by it or one of its authorized distributors, only against defects in workmanship and/or materials under normal service and use. Products which have been changed or altered in any manner from their original design, or which are improperly or defectively installed, serviced or used are not covered by this warranty.

DHI and any of its Authorized Service Providers’ obligations with respect to this warranty are limited to the repair or replacement of defective products after their inspection and verification of such defects. All products to be considered for repair or replacement are to be returned to DHI, or its Authorized Service Provider, freight prepaid, after receiving authorization from DHI or its Authorized Service Provider. The buyer assumes all liability vis-à-vis third parties with respect to its acts or omissions involving use of the products. In no event shall DHI be liable to purchaser for any unforeseeable or indirect damage, it being expressly stated that, for the purpose of this warranty, such indirect damage includes, but is not limited to, loss of production, profits, revenue, or goodwill, even if DHI has been advised of the possibility thereof, and regardless of whether such products are used individually or as components in other products.

Items returned to DHI under warranty claim but determined to not have a defect covered under warranty or to not have a defect at all are subject to an evaluation and shipping charge as well as applicable repair and/or calibration costs.

The provisions of this warranty and limitation may not be modified in any respect except in writing signed by a duly authorized officer of DHI, a Fluke Company.

The above warranty and the obligations and liability of DHI and its Authorized Service Providers exclude any other warranties or liabilities of any kind.

Table 2. DHI Authorized Service Providers

DH INSTRUMENTS, A FLUKE COMPANY

AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDERS

COMPANY

DH Instruments, a Fluke Company

Minerva Meettechniek B.V.

Nippon CalService, Inc.

DH Products Technical Service Division

4765 East Beautiful Lane Phoenix AZ 85044-5318 USA

Chrysantstraat 1 3812 WX Amersfoort the NETHERLANDS

2-9-1 Sengen, Tsukuba-Shi Ibaraki Prefecture 305 JAPAN

National Institute of Metrology Heat Division Pressure & Vacuum Lab NO. 18, Bei San Huan Donglu Beijing 100013 PR CHINA

ADDRESS

TELEPHONE, FAX & EMAIL

Tel 602.431.9100 Fax 602.431.9559 cal.repair@dhinstruments.com

Tel (+31) 33.46.22.000 Fax (+31) 33.46.22.218

info@minervaipm.com

Tel 0298-55-8778 Fax 0298-55-8700 tohte@ohtegiken.co.jp

Tel 010-64291994 ext 5 Tel 010-64218637 ext 5 Fax 010-64218703 cxcen@mx.cei.gov.cn

NORMAL SUPPORT

REGION

Worldwide

European Union

Japan/Asia

Peoples Republic of China

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