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450-GC
Pre-Installation Requirements
The information provided here will help you prepare a suitable installation site for
your 450-GC.
The Varian 450-GC has been designed to operate reliably under carefully controlled
environmental conditions. It is your responsibility to provide a suitable location, power source,
and operating environment. Operating or maintaining a system in operational conditions outside
of the power and operating environment limits described below could cause failures of many
types. The repair of such failures is specifically excluded from the Warranty and Service contract
conditions.
All phases of the installation site preparation must conform to local safety,
electrical, and building codes. These codes take precedence over any
recommendations in these instructions, and compliance to them is the
responsibility of the customer.
© 2007 Varian, Inc. All Rights Reserved Printed in the Netherlands CP501410 Rev:2 December 2007
Table of Contents
POWER REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................... 4
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................. 6
TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY ................................................................................................................................. 6
PARTICULATE MATTER ..................................................................................................................................... 6
VIBRATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
EXHAUST SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................................ 6
GAS REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................................................... 7
FUEL AND CARRIER GASES............................................................................................................................... 7
RECOMMENDED GAS CLEAN FILTERS................................................................................................................. 8
PROPER HANDLING OF GAS CYLINDERS .......................................................................................................... 10
REGULATOR INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................. 10
GAS CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 10
GAS LINES ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
GAS FILTERS ................................................................................................................................................. 11
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS........................................................................................................................ 12
INSPECTION................................................................................................................................................... 13
SPARE PARTS............................................................................................................................................... 14
Tables
Requirements ;
Principal installation area is in compliance with all relevant safety regulations
Entrance to the lab is at least 91.5 cm (36 in.) wide
Sufficient bench space is available for all components
Bench can support system weight
Specified electrical supply and power outlets installed
Lab temperature maintained between10 and 40 °C (50 and 104 °F)
Relative humidity maintained between 5 and 95% RH
Laboratory is free of excessive particulate matter
System bench is free from vibrations
Exhaust system is suitable
Carrier gas, regulator, and gas lines are installed.
Detector gas, regulator, and gas lines are installed.
Appropriate gas filters are on site
If the GC will be connected to the company network, the required materials are on site
The shipping cartons were examined for damage and if damaged, the conditions were
reported
If Varian is performing the installation, the system operator is available during the
installation
After preparing your site, contact the Customer Service office in your region to schedule installation. Keep this
checklist available, and review it with your Varian Representative.
Table 1 identifies the space and weight requirements of the 450-GC components. The GC is
intended to sit on a workbench that is wide enough and deep enough to accommodate these
components, and sturdy enough to support their combined weight. Allow at least 5 cm (2 in.) of
space at the sides and rear of the GC to permit free air circulation. For optimum column oven
cooldown performance, 15 cm (6 in.) is required at the rear of the instrument.
Power cord, gas inlets and Ethernet connections are located at the rear of the Instrument, the
power switch is located at the top of the Instrument. Signal output connectors for peripheral
instrumentation are located under the top cover of the GC.
Power Requirements
A separate circuit is required for each 450-GC. The mating socket must have adequate
amperage capacity and a reliable ground.
Note: 120V and 101V GCs are designed for single phase operation only.
Ground (green/yellow)
Line 2
(blue)
Line 1 (brown)
Ground
(green/yellow)
Power cords for North America and other 120V, 60 Hz applications are terminated in a 3-prong
plug that requires a matching 120 Vac receptacle as shown in Figure 2. Power cords for 101V, 60
Hz countries require the receptacle shown in Figure 3. Replacement or substitution of the power
plug requires strict compliance with power cord color coding as shown in Figures 2 and 3.
CAUTION
NOTE: Potential between neutral and This instrument is designed for
ground should not exceed 3 volts. single phase operation ONLY.
Neutral Line
Ground (green/yellow or green)
Neutral
(light blue or white)
Hot (brown or black)
Ground
20 Amp, 120 Vac Nominal, 60 Hz
CAUTION
NOTE: Potential between neutral and This instrument is designed for
ground should not exceed 3 volts. single phase operation ONLY.
Neutral Line
Ground (green/yellow or green)
Neutral
(light blue or white)
Hot (brown or black)
Ground
25 Amp, 101 Vac Nominal, 60 Hz
Operation of a 450-GC near the low limit of the permissible line voltage will increase the time
required for thermal zones to reach their final setpoint temperature, and may adversely reduce
the maximum usable ramp rate for programmable thermal zones.
Care must be taken to ensure that sources of radio frequency interference (RFI) and
electromagnetic interference (EMI) are not placed on the same power line, or share the same
ground plane, since this can degrade the performance of the GC. Equipment such as motors,
solenoids, fluorescent light fixtures, and radio communication transmitters should be isolated
from the instrument and connecting cables as much as possible.
The 450-GC is intended for indoor use and certified for operation up to an altitude of 2000 meter.
Protect your GC from corrosive chemicals or gases and from direct venting of air conditioners,
heaters, furnaces or fans.
Temperature/Humidity
The optimal operating temperature range for the GC is between 10° to 40 °C (50° and 104 °F).
The acceptable storage temperature is between -20° to 65 °C (-4° and 149 °F).
Hot air vented from the GC column oven may contribute to room heating and to the resulting air
conditioning load. Ducting the GC column oven air out of the lab should reduce this heating
effect.
The relative humidity (RH) of the operating environment must be between 5 - 95 %, with no
condensation. Operating the GC at very low humidity will result in the accumulation and
discharge of static electricity which shortens the life of electronic components. Operating the
system at high humidity will produce condensation and result in short circuits.
Varian recommends that your laboratory be equipped with a temperature/humidity monitor. This
will ensure that your laboratory is always in conformance with temperature and humidity
specifications.
Particulate Matter
Take necessary precautions to minimize particulates in the laboratory environment. A layer of
dust on the electronic components could act as an insulating blanket, and reduce heat transfer to
the surrounding air.
Vibration
Ensure that lab benches are free from vibrations, e.g., those caused by equipment in adjoining
locations.
Exhaust System
It is your responsibility to provide an adequate exhaust system. Consult local regulations for the
proper method of exhausting the fumes from your system.
Gas Requirements
Fuel and Carrier Gases
Table 2 lists the gases commonly used with GC detectors. Table 3 lists gases that may be
required for other GC purposes. Refer to Table 4 for regulator and gas line fittings.
Table 2 Instrument Gas Requirements
Makeup Gas: He, N2, Ar 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 99.999
TCD H2 40 psig / 2.8 bar/ 280 kPa 100 psig / 6.5 bar/ 650 kPa 99.999
He, N2, Ar 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa
Detector Gas: H2 40 psig / 2.8 bar/ 280 kPa 100 psig / 6.5 bar/ 650 kPa 99.999
FID Air 60 psig / 4.1 bar/ 410 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 0 grade
Makeup Gas: He, N2 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 99.999
Makeup Gas: N2, Ar/CH4 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa
ECD H2 40 psig / 2.8 bar/ 280 kPa 100 psig / 6.5 bar/ 650 kPa 99.999
He, N2, Ar 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 99.999
Detector Gas: H2 40 psig / 2.8 bar/ 280 kPa 100 psig / 6.5 bar/ 650 kPa 99.999
TSD Air 60 psig / 4.1 bar/ 410 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 0 grade
Makeup Gas: He, N2 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 99.999
He, N2, Ar 80 psig / 5.5 bar/ 550 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 99.999
Detector Gas: H2 40 psig / 2.8 bar/ 280 kPa 100 psig / 6.5 bar/ 650 kPa 99.999
PFPD Air 60 psig / 4.1 bar/ 410 kPa 150 psig / 10 bar/ 1000 kPa 0 grade
Makeup Gas: N/A
* High pressure applications requires inlet pressure between 80-160 psig / 5.5 – 10 Bar
He, N2, Ar can ONLY be used as carriergas
Obtain gases for chromatographic use from a supplier who is aware of your
requirements. An analysis of selected impurities is used to determine the purity
rating for a given gas. If your supplier does not establish purity based on an
analysis of appropriate chromatographic contaminants, a purity rating of
99.999% may not be suitable for GC use. A quality supplier of gas and the
regular use of filters will minimize system contamination problems.
Detector
Carrier Gas Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter Column
TCD
Makeup Gas: He, N2, Ar Reference
Channel
H2
TCD
Detector
Carrier Gas Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter Column
FID
Detector Gas: H2 Make-Up
Air Gas
Hydrogen Charcoal Filter
Makeup Gas: He, N2 FID
Detector
Carrier Gas Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter Column
FID
Detector Gas: H2 Make-Up Gas Charcoal Filter
Air
Hydrogen Charcoal Filter
Makeup Gas: He, N2
FID
Moisture filter: CP17971
Air Charcoal Filter
Oxygen filter : CP17970
Charcoal filter: CP17972
Detector
Carrier Gas Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter Column
ECD
Detector Gas: N2 , Ar/CH4 Make-Up
Nitrogen Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter
Gas
Purge Gas
Moisture filter: CP17971
ECD
Oxygen filter : CP17970
Detector
Carrier Gas Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter Column
TSD
Detector Gas: H2 Make-Up Gas Charcoal Filter
Air
Makeup Gas: He, N2 Hydrogen Charcoal Filter
TSD
Moisture filter: CP17971
Air Charcoal Filter
Oxygen filter : CP17970
Charcoal filter: CP17972
Detector
Carrier Gas Moisture Filter Oxygen Filter Column
PFPD
Detector Gas: H2
Flame
Air Hydrogen Charcoal Filter
Makeup Gas: N/A PFPD
Moisture filter: CP17971 Air Charcoal Filter
• Never move a cylinder with a regulator installed. Make sure safety cap is in place over valve
when transporting cylinder.
• Always use cylinder condition labels to show whether tank is FULL, IN USE, or EMPTY.
• Always leave at least 100 psig (6.9 bar) residual gas in a depleted cylinder. Always store in
empty tank storage area with tank valve closed. Empty cylinders should be clearly marked as
such and dated.
Regulator Installation
Carrier gases must have a two-stage regulator having a 0 to 100 psig (6.9 bar) low-pressure
stage.
The inlet pressure for He is normally 80 psig (5.5 bar).
Pressure inlet must be 30 psig (2 Bar) higher then the Column Head Pressure.
Gas Connections
All instrument gases connect to 1/8-inch Swagelok® fittings on the rear of the instrument. (The
exception is liquid nitrogen, which requires 1/4-inch fittings.) All fittings are labeled for specific
gases with provision for auxiliaries and cryogenic coolant supplies.
Table 4 lists the part numbers of hardware that may be required to connect gases to the
instrument.
Table 4 Gas Line Fittings
*For use on pipe fittings ONLY. Never use Teflon tape on Swagelok® fittings.
A 1/8-inch line with brass fittings (such as Copper Carrier Gas Kit, P/N 02-000034-00) is required
to connect the carrier gas supply cylinder to the instrument bulkhead fitting. However, additional
tubing may be required to connect the GC to the required gas supplies.
Use these plastic closures to keep metal tubing interiors clean during storage.
Table 6 Tubing Closures
Gas Filters
Carrier gas filters should be installed to further clean high purity gases, reduce detector noise,
and protect the chromatography system from potential contamination. Carrier gas filters should
be installed where the indicator is visible. The following filters are recommended for GC systems
(see Table 2 for filter kit part numbers):
IMPORTANT NOTE: Filters are used to remove small amounts of contaminants from high purity
gases. They are not capable of removing all of the contaminants from low purity gases. The
purity specifications listed in Table 2 are minimum acceptable values.
392594492 Filter Kit H2/Air for supply gas (charcoal filter, baseplate, 1 m copper tubing)
CP17976 Varian Gas Clean GC/MS filter kit (incl. 1 connecting unit 1/8” and 2 GC/MS filters)
CP17977 Varian Gas Clean GC/MS filter kit (incl. 1 connecting unit 1/4” and 2 GC/MS filters)
Varian Gas Clean GC/MS filter installation kit (incl. CP17976 1 mtr copper tubing, 2 nuts and 2 ferrules
CP17978
1/8”)
Filter Kit for Service Engineers (incl. 1 Moisture, 1 Oxygen, 2-Base Unit 1/8", Leaflets Filters general and
CP28204
GC/MS-Filter)
CP736530 Varian Gas Clean filter kit (connecting unit for 4 filters, incl. 4 filters (1/8” tube))
CP7995 Varian Gas Clean filter kit (connecting unit for 4 filters, incl. 4 filters (1/4” tube))
Network Requirements
To connect your 450-GC to a company network, you will need to provide a RJ45 connection to
the back panel of the 450-GC. In addition, the company network must allow TCP/IP
communications to be routed across it from the 450-GC to the Workstation.
The PC network card must be a type 100 MB or higher and needs to be configured like this.
The use of 100 MB/s switches or higher is mandatory to connect the 450-GC to the customer
network, use of hubs is prohibited.
In case a 450-GC and a CP-3800 need to be installed on a customer network, connect Galaxie
and the 450-GC(s) direct to the 100 MB/s switch. The coaxial hub, where the 3800 is connected
to, can be connected with a RJ-45 cabel to the Switch.
Any hardware, adapters, cables, configuration and setup work required to convert from the
company network wiring type to RJ45 wiring will need to be provided by you or your network
administrator.
If one or more of the above conditions are evident on any of the shipping cartons, report the
conditions to the carrier at time of receipt.
Systems are shipped either FOB Varian or FOB Destination. The manner of shipment
determines who has responsibility for filing a claim against the carrier if the system is damaged in
transit. Most systems are shipped FOB Varian, and in this instance any damages incurred in
shipment are the responsibility of the purchaser and the carrier. Contact Varian Service for
assistance with claims filing and billing for repairs if necessary. If the system is shipped FOB
Destination, contact Varian Order Processing who will file a claim against the carrier. Note,
however, that Varian will not accept liability for damage if you receive obviously damaged
materials but do not make note of the damage on the receiving documents.
If none of the conditions listed above are evident after inspecting the shipping carton, place the
shipping container on the floor near the installation site. Before proceeding, you should make
sure that the site to be used for installation has the required power and meets the space
requirements described in these instructions.
If Varian Representative installs your instrument, the Representative will demonstrate the
fundamentals of operation and maintenance. To take full advantage of this on-site visit, please
arrange to have your system operator available during the installation. The Varian
Representative will run a chromatogram using a test column and sample. Be sure the conditions
are recorded on the chromatogram. Store the chromatogram for future use in analyzing possible
chromatographic problems.
At the time of installation, the Varian Representative will demonstrate that your system meets
the performance specifications written into your sales contract. Please do not make plans to
analyze samples with the system until after the installation has been completed and you have
accepted the conditions of delivery.
Spare Parts
The 450-GC User Manual provides a list of replacement parts for routine operation.
Preventive Maintenance
Please note that it is essential that you perform regular preventive maintenance on your GC. By
performing this maintenance, you will increase the life of the system, increase system uptime,
and enjoy optimum system performance. Please refer to the Maintenance section of the 450-GC
User Manual for details.