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Instruction ManualChemiluminescence NO-NO2-NOxAnalyzer

Part Number 101350-0028Dec2007

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Thermo Fisher Scientific WEEE Complianc

WEEE Compliance

This product is required to comply with the European Unions WasteElectrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It ismarked with the following symbol:

Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or morerecycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State, and this productshould be disposed of or recycled through them. Further information onThermo Fisher Scientifics compliance with these Directives, the recyclersin your country, and information on Thermo Fisher Scientific productswhich may assist the detection of substances subject to the RoHS Directiveare available at: www.thermo.com/WEEERoHS.

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Thermo Fisher Scientific Reference Method Designatio

Reference Method Designation

The Thermo Scientific Model 42iis designated by the United StatesEnvironmental Protection Agency (US EPA) as a Reference Method for themeasurement of ambient concentrations of nitrogen dioxide pursuant withthe requirements defined in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40, Part53.

Designated Reference Method Number: RFNA-1289-074

EPA Designation Date: December 11, 1989 (amended for Model 42i)

The Model 42iChemiluminescence NO-NO2-NOxAnalyzer meets EPAreference designation requirements when operated with the following:

Range 50 to 1000 ppb

Averaging Time 10 to 300 seconds

Temperature Range 15 to 35 C

Line Voltage 90 to 110 Vac @50/60 Hertz

105 to 125 Vac @50/60 Hertz

210 to 250 Vac @50/60 Hertz

Pressure Compensation ON or OFF

Temperature Compensation ON or OFF

Flow Rate 0.5 to 1 LPM

RS-232/RS-485 Interface

With or without the following options:

Teflon Particulate Filter

Ozone Particulate Filter

Internal Zero/Span and Sample Valves

Ozone Permeation Dryer

Permeation Oven

Rack Mounts

I/O Expansion Board

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About This Manual

This manual provides information about operating, maintaining, andservicing the analyzer. It also contains important alerts to ensure safeoperation and prevent equipment damage. The manual is organized intothe following chapters and appendixes to provide direct access to specificoperation and service information.

Chapter 1 Introduction provides an overview of product features,describes the principles of operation, and lists the specifications.

Chapter 2 Installation describes how to unpack, setup, and startup

the analyzer. Chapter 3 Operation describes the front panel display, the front

panel pushbuttons, and the menu-driven software.

Chapter 4 Calibration provides the procedures for calibrating theanalyzer and describes the required equipment.

Chapter 5 Preventive Maintenance provides maintenance proceduresto ensure reliable and consistent instrument operation.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting presents guidelines for diagnosinganalyzer failures, isolating faults, and includes recommended actions for

restoring proper operation. Chapter 7 Servicing presents safety alerts for technicians working on

the analyzer, step-by-step instructions for repairing and replacingcomponents, and a replacement parts list. It also includes contactinformation for product support and technical information.

Chapter 8 System Description describes the function and location ofthe system components, provides an overview of the software structure,and includes a description of the system electronics and input/outputconnections.

Chapter 9 Optional Equipment describes the optional equipmentthat can be used with this analyzer.

Appendix A Warranty is a copy of the warranty statement.

Appendix B C-Link Protocol Commands provides a description ofthe C-Link protocol commands that can be used to remotely control ananalyzer using a host device such as a PC or datalogger.

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Appendix C MODBUS Protocol provides a description of theMODBUS Protocol Interface and is supported both over RS-232/485(RTU protocol) as well as TCP/IP over Ethernet.

Appendix D Geysitech (Bayern-Hessen) Protocol provides adescription of the Geysitech (Bayern-Hessen or BH) Protocol Interface

and is supported both over RS-232/485 as well as TCP/IP overEthernet.

Review the following safety information carefully before using the analyzer.This manual provides specific information on how to operate the analyzer,however, if the calibrator is used in a manner not specified by themanufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

This manual contains important information to alert you to potential safetyhazards and risks of equipment damage. Refer to the following types ofalerts you may see in this manual.

Safety and Equipment Damage Alert Descriptions

Alert Description

DANGER A hazard is present that will result in death or seriouspersonal injury if the warning is ignored.

WARNING A hazard is present or an unsafe practice can result inserious personal injury if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION The hazard or unsafe practice could result in minor tomoderate personal injury if the warning is ignored.

Equipment Damage The hazard or unsafe practice could result in propertydamage if the warning is ignored.

Safety

Safety and Equipment

Damage Alerts

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Safety and Equipment damage Alerts in this Manual

Alert Description

WARNING If the equipment is operated in a manner not specified bythe manufacturer, the protection provided by the

equipment may be impaired.

The service procedures in this manual are restricted to

qualified service personnel only.

The Model 42iis supplied with a three-wire grounding

cord. Under no circumstances should this grounding

system be defeated.

CAUTION If the LCD panel breaks, do not to let the l iquid crystalcontact your skin or clothes. If the liquid crystal contacts

your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately using soap

and water.

Equipment Damage Do not attempt to lift the analyzer by the cover or otherexternal fittings.

Some internal components can be damaged by small

amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded

antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any

internal component.

This adjustment should only be performed by an

instrument service technician.

Handle all printed circuit boards by the edges only.

Do not remove the panel or frame from the LCD module.

The LCD module polarizing plate is very fragile, handle itcarefully.

Do not wipe the LCD module polarizing plate with a dry

cloth, it may easily scratch the plate.

Do not use Ketonics solvent or aromatic solvent to clean

the LCD module, use a soft cloth moistened with a

naphtha cleaning solvent.

Do not place the LCD module near organic solvents or

corrosive gases.

Do not shake or jolt the LCD module.

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Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate theequipment.

Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limitsfor a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of thisequipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference inwhich case the user will be required to correct the interference at his ownexpense.

The following symbol and description identify the WEEE marking used onthe instrument and in the associated documentation.

Symbol Description

Marking of electrical and electronic equipment which applies to electrical and

electronic equipment falling under the Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) and the

equipment that has been put on the market after 13 August 2005.

Service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one ofthe phone numbers below for product support and technical informationor visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi.

1-866-282-0430 Toll Free

1-508-520-0430 International

FCC Compliance

WEEE Symbol

Where to Get Help

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Contents

Introduction........................................................................................................ 1-1Principle of Operation ........................................................................ 1-2Specifications ...................................................................................... 1-3

Installation ......................................................................................................... 2-1Lifting................................................................................................. 2-1Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................. 2-1Setup Procedure.................................................................................. 2-3Connecting External Devices .............................................................. 2-5

Terminal Board PCB Assemblies...................................................... 2-5I/O Terminal Board...................................................................... 2-5D/O Terminal Board .................................................................... 2-725-Pin Terminal Board ................................................................. 2-8

Startup ................................................................................................ 2-9

Operation ............................................................................................................3-1Display................................................................................................ 3-1Pushbuttons ........................................................................................ 3-2

Soft Keys.......................................................................................... 3-3Software Overview .............................................................................. 3-4

Power-Up Screen ............................................................................. 3-6Run Screen....................................................................................... 3-6Main Menu...................................................................................... 3-7

Range Menu ....................................................................................... 3-8Single Range Mode .......................................................................... 3-8Dual Range Mode............................................................................ 3-9Auto Range Mode.......................................................................... 3-11Gas Units ....................................................................................... 3-13NO, NO2, and NOxRanges........................................................... 3-13Set Custom Ranges ........................................................................ 3-15

Custom Ranges ........................................................................... 3-16

Averaging Time................................................................................. 3-16Calibration Factors Menu ................................................................. 3-17

NO and NOxBackgrounds............................................................ 3-18NO, NO2, and NOxCoefficients ................................................... 3-19Calibration Pressure ....................................................................... 3-20Reset User Calibration Default....................................................... 3-20

Calibration Menu ............................................................................. 3-21Calibrate NO and NOxBackgrounds............................................. 3-22

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Calibrate NO, NO2, and NOxCoefficients .................................... 3-22Calibrate Pressure........................................................................... 3-23Zero/Span Check ........................................................................... 3-23

Next Time .................................................................................. 3-24Period Hours............................................................................... 3-24

Zero/Span/Purge Duration Minutes ........................................... 3-25Zero/Span Averaging Time ......................................................... 3-25Zero/Span Ratio.......................................................................... 3-26

Instrument Controls Menu ............................................................... 3-26Ozonator........................................................................................ 3-26PMT Supply .................................................................................. 3-27Auto/Manual Mode ....................................................................... 3-27Datalogging Settings ...................................................................... 3-28

Select SREC/LREC..................................................................... 3-28View Logged Data....................................................................... 3-29Number of Records..................................................................... 3-29

Date and Time............................................................................ 3-30Erase Log .................................................................................... 3-30Select Content............................................................................. 3-31Choose Item Type....................................................................... 3-31Concentrations............................................................................ 3-32Other Measurements................................................................... 3-32Analog Inputs.............................................................................. 3-33Commit Content ........................................................................ 3-33Reset to Default Content ............................................................ 3-34Configure Datalogging................................................................ 3-34Logging Period Min .................................................................... 3-35

Memory Allocation Percent......................................................... 3-35Data Treatment .......................................................................... 3-35

Communication Settings................................................................ 3-36Baud Rate ................................................................................... 3-36Instrument ID............................................................................. 3-37Communication Protocol............................................................ 3-37Streaming Data Configuration.................................................... 3-37Streaming Data Interval .............................................................. 3-38Choose Item Signal ..................................................................... 3-39Concentrations............................................................................ 3-39Other Measurements................................................................... 3-39

Analog Inputs.............................................................................. 3-40RS-232/RS-485 Selection............................................................ 3-40TCP/IP Settings.......................................................................... 3-41Use DHCP ................................................................................. 3-41IP Address................................................................................... 3-42Netmask...................................................................................... 3-42Default Gateway ......................................................................... 3-43Host Name ................................................................................. 3-43

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I/O Configuration.......................................................................... 3-43Output Relay Settings ................................................................. 3-44Logic State .................................................................................. 3-44Instrument State ......................................................................... 3-44Alarms......................................................................................... 3-45

Non-Alarm ................................................................................. 3-46Digital Input Settings.................................................................. 3-46Logic State .................................................................................. 3-46Instrument Action....................................................................... 3-47Analog Output Configuration..................................................... 3-47Select Output Range ................................................................... 3-48Minimum and Maximum Value ................................................. 3-48Choose Signal to Output ............................................................ 3-50Analog Input Configuration........................................................ 3-51Descriptor ................................................................................... 3-52Units........................................................................................... 3-52

Decimal Places ............................................................................ 3-53Number of Table Points.............................................................. 3-53Table Point ................................................................................. 3-53Volts ........................................................................................... 3-54User Value .................................................................................. 3-54

Temperature Compensation........................................................... 3-55Pressure Compensation .................................................................. 3-55Screen Contrast.............................................................................. 3-56Service Mode ................................................................................. 3-56Date/Time ..................................................................................... 3-57

Diagnostics Menu ............................................................................. 3-57

Program Version ............................................................................ 3-58Voltages ......................................................................................... 3-58

Motherboard Voltages................................................................. 3-58Interface Board Voltages ............................................................. 3-59I/O Board Voltages ..................................................................... 3-59

Temperatures ................................................................................. 3-59Pressure.......................................................................................... 3-60Flow............................................................................................... 3-60Analog Input Readings................................................................... 3-61Analog Input Voltages.................................................................... 3-61Digital Inputs................................................................................. 3-61

Relay States .................................................................................... 3-62Test Analog Outputs...................................................................... 3-62

Set Analog Outputs..................................................................... 3-62Instrument Configuration.............................................................. 3-63Contact Information...................................................................... 3-63

Alarms Menu .................................................................................... 3-64Internal Temperature ..................................................................... 3-64

Min and Max Internal Temperature Limits................................. 3-65

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Chamber Temperature................................................................... 3-65Min and Max Chamber Temperature Limits .............................. 3-66

Cooler Temperature....................................................................... 3-66Min and Max Cooler Temperature Limits .................................. 3-67

Converter Temperature.................................................................. 3-67

Min and Max Converter Temperature Limits ............................. 3-67Permeation Oven Gas Temperature ............................................... 3-68Min and Max Permeation Oven Temperature Limits.................. 3-68

Pressure.......................................................................................... 3-69Min and Max Pressure Limits ..................................................... 3-69

Flow............................................................................................... 3-69Min and Max Flow Limits .......................................................... 3-70

Ozonator Flow............................................................................... 3-70Zero and Span Check..................................................................... 3-71

Max Zero and Span Offset .......................................................... 3-71Zero and Span Auto Calibration .................................................... 3-71

NO, NO2, and NOxConcentration............................................... 3-72Min and Max NO, NO2, and NOxConcentration Limits........... 3-72Min Trigger ................................................................................ 3-73

Service Menu .................................................................................... 3-73PMT Voltage Adjustment.............................................................. 3-74Range Mode Select......................................................................... 3-74Converter Set Temperature............................................................ 3-75Pressure Calibration ....................................................................... 3-75

Calibrate Pressure Zero ............................................................... 3-76Calibrate Pressure Span............................................................... 3-76Restore Default Pressure Calibration........................................... 3-77

Flow Calibration ............................................................................ 3-77Calibrate Flow Zero .................................................................... 3-78Calibrate Flow Span.................................................................... 3-78Restore Default Flow Calibration................................................ 3-79

Input Board Calibration................................................................. 3-79Manual Input Calibration........................................................... 3-79Automatic Input Calibration....................................................... 3-80Input Frequency Display............................................................. 3-81

Temperature Calibration................................................................ 3-81Analog Output Calibration ............................................................ 3-82

Analog Output Calibrate Zero .................................................... 3-83

Analog Output Calibrate Full-Scale ............................................ 3-83Analog Input Calibration ............................................................... 3-83

Analog Input Calibrate Zero ....................................................... 3-84Analog Input Calibrate Full-Scale ............................................... 3-84

Permeation Oven Settings.............................................................. 3-85Calibrate Gas Thermistor............................................................ 3-85Water Bath.................................................................................. 3-86Resistor ....................................................................................... 3-86

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Calibrate Oven Thermistor ......................................................... 3-86Permeation Oven Selection ......................................................... 3-87Factory Calibrate Gas Thermistor ............................................... 3-87Low and High Points .................................................................. 3-87Set Defaults................................................................................. 3-88

Factory Calibrate Oven Thermistor............................................. 3-88Low and High Points .................................................................. 3-89Set Defaults................................................................................. 3-89

Ozonator Safety ............................................................................. 3-89Dilution Ratio................................................................................ 3-90Display Pixel Test .......................................................................... 3-90Restore User Defaults..................................................................... 3-91

Password Menu................................................................................. 3-91Set Password .................................................................................. 3-92

Lock Instrument ............................................................................... 3-92Change Password .............................................................................. 3-92

Remove Password.............................................................................. 3-93Unlock Instrument............................................................................ 3-93

Calibration.......................................................................................................... 4-1Equipment Required........................................................................... 4-1

Zero Gas Generator.......................................................................... 4-2Compression................................................................................. 4-2Drying .......................................................................................... 4-2Oxidation...................................................................................... 4-2Scrubbing...................................................................................... 4-2

Gas Phase Titrator............................................................................ 4-3

Flow Controllers ........................................................................... 4-3Pressure Regulator......................................................................... 4-3Ozone Generator .......................................................................... 4-4Diverter Valve ............................................................................... 4-4Reaction Chamber ........................................................................ 4-4Mixing Chamber........................................................................... 4-4Output Manifold .......................................................................... 4-4

Reagents........................................................................................... 4-4NO Concentration Standard......................................................... 4-4Assaying a Working NO Standard Against a NIST-traceable NOStandard........................................................................................ 4-5Zero Air ........................................................................................ 4-6

Dynamic Parameter Specifications for Gas Titrator.......................... 4-6Determining GPT System Flow Conditions ................................. 4-6

Pre-Calibration ................................................................................... 4-8Calibration.......................................................................................... 4-9

Connect GPT Apparatus to the Analyzer ....................................... 4-10Adjust Instrument Gain ................................................................. 4-10

Set NO and NOxBackground to Zero........................................ 4-10

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Calibrate the NO Channel to the NO Calibration Gas............... 4-12Calibrate the NOxChannel to the NOxCalibration Gas ............. 4-12Preparing NO, NOx, and NO2Calibration Curves ..................... 4-13

Alternative Calibration Procedure Using NO2Permeation Tube.... 4-16Calibration in Dual Range and Auto Range Mode............................ 4-16

Set NO and NOxBackground Readings to Zero............................ 4-16Calibrate Low NO ......................................................................... 4-17Calibrate Low NOx........................................................................ 4-18Calibrate Low NO2 ........................................................................ 4-18Calibrate High NO........................................................................ 4-19Calibrate High NOx....................................................................... 4-19Calibrate High NO2....................................................................... 4-20

Zero and Span Check........................................................................ 4-21

Preventive Maintenance .................................................................................5-1Safety Precautions ............................................................................... 5-1

Replacement Parts............................................................................... 5-2Cleaning the Outside Case .................................................................. 5-2Ozonator Air Feed Drying Column Replacement ............................... 5-2Capillaries Inspection and Replacement .............................................. 5-2Thermoelectric Cooler Fins Inspection and Cleaning.......................... 5-4Fan Filters Inspection and Cleaning .................................................... 5-4Pump Rebuilding................................................................................ 5-5

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................6-1Safety Precautions ............................................................................... 6-1

Troubleshooting Guides...................................................................... 6-1

Board-Level Connection Diagrams ..................................................... 6-6Connector Pin Descriptions................................................................ 6-8Service Locations............................................................................... 6-21

Servicing .............................................................................................................7-1Safety Precautions ............................................................................... 7-2Firmware Updates ............................................................................... 7-4Accessing the Service Mode................................................................. 7-4Replacement Parts List ........................................................................ 7-4Cable List............................................................................................ 7-6

External Device Connection Components .......................................... 7-6Removing the Measurement Bench and Lowering the Partition Panel 7-8Pump Replacement ............................................................................. 7-9Fan Replacement............................................................................... 7-10PMT Cooler and Reaction Chamber Assembly Replacement............ 7-11Photomultiplier Tube Replacement .................................................. 7-13PMT High Voltage Power Supply Replacement................................ 7-14PMT Voltage Adjustment................................................................. 7-16

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Reaction Chamber Cleaning or Removal .......................................... 7-17NO2-to-NO Converter Replacement ................................................ 7-18Solenoid Valve Replacement ............................................................. 7-20Ozonator Assembly Replacement ...................................................... 7-21Ozonator Transformer Replacement ................................................. 7-23

Input Board Replacement ................................................................. 7-23Input Board Calibration.................................................................... 7-25DC Power Supply Replacement ........................................................ 7-25Analog Output Testing ..................................................................... 7-26Analog Output Calibration ............................................................... 7-29Analog Input Calibration .................................................................. 7-30

Calibrating the Input Channels to Zero Volts ................................ 7-30Calibrating the Input Channels to Full-Scale ................................. 7-30

Pressure Transducer Assembly Replacement...................................... 7-31Pressure Transducer Calibration........................................................ 7-32Temperature Control Board Replacement......................................... 7-34

Ambient Temperature Calibration .................................................... 7-35Fuse Replacement ............................................................................. 7-36Scrubber Replacement....................................................................... 7-36I/O Expansion Board (Optional) Replacement ................................. 7-37Digital Output Board Replacement................................................... 7-39Motherboard Replacement................................................................ 7-39Measurement Interface Board Replacement ...................................... 7-40Flow Transducer Replacement .......................................................... 7-41Flow Transducer Calibration............................................................. 7-42Front Panel Board Replacement........................................................ 7-44LCD Module Replacement ............................................................... 7-45

Service Locations............................................................................... 7-46

System Description ..........................................................................................8-1Hardware ............................................................................................ 8-1NO2-to-NO Converter ....................................................................... 8-2

Mode Solenoid................................................................................. 8-2Reaction Chamber .............................................................................. 8-2

Optical Filter.................................................................................... 8-3Pressure Transducer ......................................................................... 8-3Sample Flow Sensor ......................................................................... 8-3

Ozonator............................................................................................. 8-3Ozonator Flow Switch ..................................................................... 8-3

Photomultiplier Tube ......................................................................... 8-3Photomultiplier Tube Cooler .............................................................. 8-3Pump.................................................................................................. 8-3

Sample Capillary .............................................................................. 8-3Dry Air Capillary ............................................................................. 8-4

Software .............................................................................................. 8-4Instrument Control.......................................................................... 8-4

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Monitoring Signals........................................................................... 8-4Measurement Calculations ............................................................... 8-5Output Communication.................................................................. 8-5

Electronics .......................................................................................... 8-6Motherboard.................................................................................... 8-6

External Connectors...................................................................... 8-6Internal Connectors ...................................................................... 8-6Measurement Interface Board .......................................................... 8-7

Measurement Interface Board Connectors..................................... 8-7Flow Sensor Assembly...................................................................... 8-7Pressure Sensor Assembly ................................................................. 8-7Temperature Control Board............................................................. 8-7PMT Power Supply Assembly.......................................................... 8-8Input Board Assembly...................................................................... 8-8Digital Output Board....................................................................... 8-8I/O Expansion Board (Optional) ..................................................... 8-8

Front Panel Connector Board .......................................................... 8-9I/O Components................................................................................. 8-9Analog Voltage Outputs................................................................... 8-9Analog Current Outputs (Optional) .............................................. 8-10Analog Voltage Inputs (Optional) .................................................. 8-10Digital Relay Outputs .................................................................... 8-10Digital Inputs................................................................................. 8-10Serial Ports ..................................................................................... 8-11RS-232 Connection ....................................................................... 8-11RS-485 Connection ....................................................................... 8-12Ethernet Connection...................................................................... 8-12

External Accessory Connector ........................................................ 8-12

Optional Equipment...........................................................................................9-1Internal Zero/Span and Sample Valves................................................ 9-1Internal Permeation Span Source ........................................................ 9-2

Permeation Tube Installation........................................................... 9-3Computation of Concentrations ...................................................... 9-4Oven Installation and Configuration................................................ 9-4Permeation Tube Oven Calibration ................................................. 9-6

Setting Perm Oven Temperature................................................... 9-6Setting Temperature with Water Bath........................................... 9-7Setting Temperature with Known Resistance ................................ 9-8

Determining Permeation Rate by Weight Loss................................. 9-9Determining Release Rate by Transfer Standard............................... 9-9

Ozonator Permeation Dryer.............................................................. 9-10Sample Permeation Dryer ................................................................. 9-10Lag Volume ...................................................................................... 9-10

Principle of Operation ................................................................... 9-10Lag Volume Test............................................................................ 9-12

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Ammonia Scrubber ........................................................................... 9-12Teflon Particulate Filter .................................................................... 9-12Ozone Particulate Filter .................................................................... 9-13NO2-to-NO Converter ..................................................................... 9-13I/O Expansion Board Assembly......................................................... 9-13

Terminal Block and Cable Kits ......................................................... 9-13Cables ............................................................................................... 9-13Mounting Options............................................................................ 9-15

Warranty ............................................................................................................ A-1

C-Link Protocol Commands............................................................................ B-1Instrument Identification Number......................................................B-1Commands .........................................................................................B-2

Commands List................................................................................B-2Measurements.....................................................................................B-9Alarms...............................................................................................B-13Diagnostics .......................................................................................B-17Datalogging.......................................................................................B-17Calibration........................................................................................B-25Keys/Display.....................................................................................B-29Measurement Configuration .............................................................B-31Hardware Configuration...................................................................B-35Communications Configuration ....................................................... B-39I/O Configuration.............................................................................B-42Record Layout Definition .................................................................B-47

Format Specifier for ASCII Responses............................................B-48Format Specifier for Binary Responses ...........................................B-48Format Specifier for EREC Layout.................................................B-49

Text ............................................................................................B-49Value String ................................................................................B-49Value Source ...............................................................................B-49Alarm Information......................................................................B-50Translation Table........................................................................B-50Selection Table............................................................................B-50Button Designator.......................................................................B-50Examples.....................................................................................B-51

MODBUS Protocol ............................................................................................C-1Serial Communication Parameters ..................................................... C-1TCP Communication Parameters ...................................................... C-2Application Data Unit Definition ...................................................... C-2

Slave Address................................................................................... C-2MBAP Header ................................................................................ C-2Function Code ................................................................................ C-3

Appendix A

Appendix B

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Data................................................................................................ C-3Error Check .................................................................................... C-3

Function Codes.................................................................................. C-3(0x01/0x02) Read Coils / Read Inputs ............................................ C-3(0x03/0x04) Read Holding Registers / Read Input Registers ........... C-5

(0x05) Force (Write) Single Coil..................................................... C-7MODBUS Parameters Supported ...................................................... C-8

Geysitech (Bayern-Hessen) Protocol...........................................................D-1Serial Communication Parameters ..................................................... D-1TCP Communication Parameters ...................................................... D-2Instrument Address ............................................................................ D-2Abbreviations Used ............................................................................ D-2Basic Command Structure ................................................................. D-2Block Checksum ................................................................... D-3Geysitech Commands ........................................................................ D-3

Instrument Control Command (ST)............................................... D-3Data Sampling/Data Query Command (DA).................................. D-4Measurements reported in response to DA command ..................... D-6

Single Range Mode ...................................................................... D-6Dual/Auto Range Mode............................................................... D-6

Operating and Error Status ............................................................. D-6

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FiguresFigure 11.Model 42iFlow Schematic ............................................................. 1-3

Figure 21.Remove the Packing Material ......................................................... 2-2

Figure 22.Remove the Shipping Screws ......................................................... 2-2

Figure 23.Model 42iRear Panel...................................................................... 2-3

Figure 24.Atmospheric Dump Bypass Plumbing ............................................. 2-4

Figure 25.I/O Terminal Board Views ............................................................... 2-6

Figure 26.D/O Terminal Board Views.............................................................. 2-7

Figure 27.25-Pin Terminal Board Views .......................................................... 2-8

Figure 31.Front Panel Display.......................................................................... 3-2

Figure 32.Front Panel Pushbuttons.................................................................. 3-2Figure 33.Flowchart of Menu-Driven Software .............................................. 3-5

Figure 34.Pin-Out of Rear Panel Connector in Single Range Mode ............... 3-9

Figure 35.Pin-Out of Rear Panel Connector in Dual Range Mode ................ 3-10

Figure 36.Analog Output in Auto Range Mode............................................. 3-11

Figure 37.Pin-Out of Rear Connector in Auto Range Mode.......................... 3-12

Figure 41.GPT System...................................................................................... 4-3

Figure 51.Inspecting and Replacing the Capillaries ....................................... 5-3

Figure 52.Inspecting and Cleaning the Fan Filters.......................................... 5-5

Figure 53.Rebuilding the Pump........................................................................ 5-7

Figure 61.Board-Level Connection Diagram - Common Electronics ............... 6-6

Figure 62.Board-Level Connection Diagram - Measurement System ............ 6-7

Figure 71.Properly Grounded Antistatic Wrist Strap ...................................... 7-4

Figure 72.Component Layout........................................................................... 7-7

Figure 73.Removing the Measurement Bench and Lowering the PartitionPanel ..................................................................................................................... 7-8

Figure 74.Replacing the Pump....................................................................... 7-10

Figure 75.Replacing the Fan.......................................................................... 7-11

Figure 76.PMT Cooler and Reaction Chamber.............................................. 7-12

Figure 77.Replacing the PMT ........................................................................ 7-14

Figure 78.Replacing the PMT HVPS .............................................................. 7-15

Figure 79.Cleaning or Removing the Reaction Chamber .............................. 7-18

Figure 710.NO2-to-NO Molybdenum Converter Assembly ........................... 7-19

Figure 711.Replacing the Solenoid Valve ..................................................... 7-21

Figure 712.Replacing the Ozonator Assembly .............................................. 7-22

Figure 713.Replacing the Input Board........................................................... 7-24

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Figure 714.Replacing the DC Power Supply..................................................7-26

Figure 715.Rear Panel Analog Input and Output Pins ...................................7-27

Figure 716.Replacing the Pressure Transducer.............................................7-32

Figure 717.Replacing the Scrubber................................................................7-37

Figure 718.Replacing the I/O Expansion Board (Optional)............................7-38

Figure 719.Rear Panel Board Connectors ......................................................7-38

Figure 720.Replacing the Measurement Interface Board .............................7-41

Figure 721.Replacing the Flow Transducer ...................................................7-42

Figure 722.Replacing the Front Panel Board and the LCD Module...............7-45

Figure 81.Hardware Components....................................................................8-2

Figure 91.Flow Diagram, Zero/Span Option....................................................9-2

Figure 92.Flow Diagram, Internal Permeation with Zero/Span Valve ............9-3

Figure 93.Flow Diagram, Lag Volume............................................................9-12

Figure 94.Rack Mount Option Assembly .......................................................9-15

Figure 95. Bench Mounting.............................................................................9-16Figure 96.EIA Rack Mounting ........................................................................9-17

Figure 97.Retrofit Rack Mounting..................................................................9-18

Figure B1. Flags ..............................................................................................B-13

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TablesTable 11.Model 42iSpecifications ................................................................. 1-3

Table 12.Model 42iOptional Permeation Oven Specifications...................... 1-4

Table 21.I/O Terminal Board Pin Descriptions ................................................ 2-6

Table 22.D/O Terminal Board Pin Descriptions............................................... 2-7

Table 23.25-Pin Terminal Board Pin Descriptions........................................... 2-8

Table 31.Front Panel Pushbuttons................................................................... 3-3

Table 32.Default Analog Outputs in Single Range Mode............................... 3-9

Table 33.Default Analog Outputs in Dual Range Mode ............................... 3-10

Table 34.Default Analog Outputs in Auto Range Mode............................... 3-12

Table 35.Standard Ranges............................................................................. 3-14Table 36.Extended Ranges ............................................................................ 3-15

Table 37.Analog Output Zero to Full-Scale Table ......................................... 3-49

Table 38.Signal Type Group Choices............................................................. 3-51

Table 41.Scrubbing Materials ......................................................................... 4-2

Table 61.Troubleshooting - General Guide ..................................................... 6-2

Table 62.Troubleshooting - Alarm Messages................................................. 6-4

Table 63.Motherboard Connector Pin Descriptions........................................ 6-8

Table 64.Measurement Interface Board Connector Pin Descriptions .......... 6-13

Table 65.Front Panel Board Connector Pin Diagram..................................... 6-15

Table 66.I/O Expansion Board (Optional) Connector Pin Descriptions ......... 6-17

Table 67.Digital Output Board Connector Pin Descriptions.......................... 6-18

Table 68.Input Board Connector Pin Descriptions ........................................ 6-20

Table 69.Temperature Control Board Connector Pin Descriptions ............... 6-20

Table 71.Model 42iReplacement Parts.......................................................... 7-4

Table 72.Model 42i Cables.............................................................................. 7-6

Table 73.External Device Connection Components ........................................ 7-6

Table 74.Analog Output Channels and Rear Panel Pin Connections............ 7-28

Table 75.Analog Input Channels and Rear Panel Pin Connections............... 7-28

Table 81.RS-232 DB Connector Pin Configurations ...................................... 8-12Table 82.RS-485 DB Connector Pin Configuration........................................ 8-12

Table 91.Cable Options.................................................................................. 9-14

Table 92.Color Codes for 25-Pin and 37-Pin Cables ..................................... 9-14

Table 93.Mounting Options........................................................................... 9-15

Table B1.C-Link Protocol Commands..............................................................B-2

Table B2.Averaging Times ............................................................................B-10

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Table B3.Alarm Trigger Values......................................................................B-17

Table B4.Record Output Formats...................................................................B-22

Table B5.Stream Time Values .......................................................................B-25

Table B6.Standard Ranges ............................................................................B-32

Table B7. Extended Ranges............................................................................B-32

Table B8. Contrast Levels...............................................................................B-36

Table B9.Reply Termination Formats ............................................................B-41

Table B10.Analog Current Output Range Values ..........................................B-43

Table B11.Analog Voltage Output Range Values .........................................B-44

Table B12. Default Output Assignment..........................................................B-45

Table C1.Read Coils for 42i .............................................................................C-8

Table C2.Read Registers for 42i ......................................................................C-9

Table C3.Write Coils for 42i ..........................................................................C-11

Table D1.Operating Status for Model 42i ...................................................... D-7

Table D2.Error Status for Model 42i .............................................................. D-7

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Chapter 1

Introduction

The Model 42iChemiluminescence NO-NO2-NOxAnalyzer combinesproven detection technology, easy to use menu-driven software, andadvanced diagnostics to offer unsurpassed flexibility and reliability. TheModel 42ihas the following features:

320 x 240 graphics display

Menu-driven software

Field programmable ranges

User-selectable single/dual/auto range modes

Multiple user-defined analog outputs

Analog input options

High sensitivity

Fast response time

Linearity through all ranges

Internal sample pump (except with internal permeation span sourceoption)

Independent NO-NO2-NOxranges

Replaceable NO2converter cartridge

User-selectable digital input/output capabilities

Standard communications features include RS232/485 and Ethernet

C-Link, MODBUS, Geysitech (Bayern-Hessen), and streaming dataprotocols

For details of the analyzers principle of operation and productspecifications, see the following topics:

Principle of Operation on page 1-2

Specifications on page 1-3

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is pleased to supply this NO-NO2-NOxanalyzer.We are committed to the manufacture of instruments exhibiting highstandards of quality, performance, and workmanship. Service personnel areavailable for assistance with any questions or problems that may arise in theuse of this analyzer. For more information on servicing, see Chapter 7,

Servicing.

The Model 42ioperates on the principle that nitric oxide (NO) and ozone(O3) react to produce a characteristic luminescence with an intensitylinearly proportional to the NO concentration. Infrared light emissionresults when electronically excited NO2 molecules decay to lower energystates. Specifically:

Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) must first be transformed into NO before it canbe measured using the chemiluminescent reaction. NO2is converted toNO by a molybdenum NO2-to-NO converter heated to about 325 C (theoptional stainless steel converter is heated to 625 C).

The ambient air sample is drawn into the Model 42ithrough thesamplebulkhead, as shown in Figure 11. The sample flows through a capillary,and then to the mode solenoid valve. The solenoid valve routes the sampleeither straight to the reaction chamber (NO mode) or through the NO2-to-NO converter and then to the reaction chamber (NOxmode). A flowsensor to the reaction chamber measures the sample flow.

Dry air enters the Model 42ithrough the dry airbulkhead, passes througha flow switch, and then through a silent discharge ozonator. The ozonatorgenerates the ozone needed for the chemiluminescent reaction. At thereaction chamber, the ozone reacts with the NO in the sample to produceexcited NO2molecules. A photomultiplier tube (PMT) housed in athermoelectric cooler detects the luminescence generated during thisreaction. From the reaction chamber, the exhaust travels through the ozone(O3) converter to the pump, and is released through the vent.

The NO and NOxconcentrations calculated in the NO and NOxmodesare stored in memory. The difference between the concentrations is used tocalculate the NO2concentration. The Model 42ioutputs NO, NO2, andNOxconcentrations to the front panel display, the analog outputs, and alsomakes the data available over the serial or Ethernet connection.

Principle of

Operation

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Figure 11.Model 42iFlow Schematic

Table 11lists the specifications for the Model 42i.

Table 11.Model 42iSpecifications

Preset ranges 0-0.05, 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 ppm

0-0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 30 mg/m3

Extended ranges 0-0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 ppm

0-0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 150 mg/m3

Custom ranges 0-0.05 to 20 ppm (0-0.2 to 100 ppm in extended ranges)

0-0.1 to 30 mg/m3(0-0.5 to 150 mg/m3in extended ranges)

Zero roise 0.20 ppb RMS (60 second averaging time)

Lower detectable limit 0.40 ppb (60 second averaging time)

Zero drift (24 hour) < 0.40 ppb

Span drift 1% full-scale

Response time (in

automatic mode)

40 seconds (10 second averaging time)



Linearity 1% full-scale

Sample flow rate 0.60.8 LPM

Operating temperature 1535C (may be safely operated over the 045C)*

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Power requirements 100 VAC @ 50/60 Hz

115 VAC @ 50/60 Hz

220240 VAC @ 50/60 Hz

300 watts

Physical dimensions 16.75 (W) X 8.62 (H) X 23 (D)

Weight Approximately 55 lbs.

Analog outputs 6 voltage outputs; 0100 mV, 1, 5, 10 V (User selectable), 5% of

full-scale over/under range, 12 bit resolution, user

programmable

Digital outputs 1 power fail relay Form C, 10 digital relays Form A, user

selectable alarm output, relay logic, 100 mA @ 200 VDC

Digital inputs 16 digital inputs, user select programmable, TTL level, pulled

high

Serial Ports 1 RS-232 or RS-485 with two connectors, baud rate 1200115200, Protocols: C-Link, MODBUS, Geysitech (Bayern-Hessen),

and streaming data (all user selectable)

Ethernet connection RJ45 connector for 10Mbs Ethernet connection, static or

dynamic TCP/IP addressing

*In non-condensing environments. Performance specifications based on operation in 1535C range.

Table 12.Model 42iOptional Permeation Oven Specifications

Temperature control Single Point 45 C

Temperature stability 0.1 C

Warm-up time 1 hour (permeation device can take 24 to 48 hours to stabilize)

Carrier gas flow 70 scc/min

Chamber size Accepts permeation tubes up to 9 cm in total length; 1 cm in

diameter

Temperature range 1530C

Power requirements 120 VAC @ 50/60 Hz, 50 watts (in addition to the standard

Model 42i)

Weight Approximately 5 lbs. (in addition to the standard Model 42i)

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Chapter 2

Installation

Installing the Model 42iincludes the following recommendations andprocedures:

Lifting on page 2-1

Unpacking and Inspection on page 2-1

Setup Procedure on page 2-3

Connecting External Devices on page 2-5

Startup on page 2-9

When lifting the instrument, use procedure appropriate to lifting a heavyobject, such as, bending at the knees while keeping your back straight andupright. Grasp the instrument at the bottom in the front and at the rear ofthe unit. Although one person can lift the unit, it is desirable to have twopersons lifting, one by grasping the bottom in the front and the other bygrasping the bottom in the rear.

Equipment Damage Do not attempt to lift the instrument by the cover orother external fittings.

The Model 42iis shipped complete in one container. If there is obviousdamage to the shipping container when you receive the instrument, notifythe carrier immediately and hold for inspection. The carrier is responsiblefor any damage incurred during shipment.

Use the following procedure to unpack and inspect the instrument.

1. Remove the instrument from its shipping container and set it on a tableor bench that allows easy access to both the front and rear.

2. Remove the cover to expose the internal components.

3. Remove the packing material (Figure 21).

Lifting

Unpacking and

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Remove Packing

(2 pieces)

Shipping Screws (3)

Figure 21.Remove the Packing Material

4. Remove the three shipping screws (Figure ).

Figure 22.Remove the Shipping Screws

5. Check for possible damage during shipment.

6. Check that all connectors and circuit boards are firmly attached.

Remove Packing

(2 pieces)

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7. Re-install the cover.

8. Remove any protective plastic material from the case exterior.

Use the following procedure to setup the instrument:

1. Connect the sample line to the SAMPLE bulkhead on the rear panel(Figure 23). Ensure that the sample line is not contaminated by dirty,wet, or incompatible materials. All tubing should be constructed ofFEP Teflon, 316 stainless steel, borosilicate glass, or similar tubingwith an OD of 1/4-inch and a minimum ID of 1/8-inch. The length ofthe tubing should be less than 10 feet.

Figure 23.Model 42iRear Panel

Note Gas must be delivered to the instrument free of particulates. It maybe necessary to use the Teflon particulate filter as described in TeflonParticulate Filter on page 9-12.

Note Gas must be delivered to the instrument at atmospheric pressure. Itmay be necessary to use an atmospheric bypass plumbing arrangement asshown in Figure 24if gas pressure is greater than atmospheric pressure.

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Figure 24.Atmospheric Dump Bypass Plumbing

2. Connect the air dryer to the DRY AIR bulkhead.

3. Connect theEXHAUST bulkhead to a suitable vent or ozone scrubber.The exhaust line should be 1/4-inch OD with a minimum ID of 1/8-inch. The length of the exhaust line should be less than 10 feet. Verifythat there is no restriction in this line.

4. Connect a suitable recording device to the rear panel connector. Fordetailed information about connecting to the instrument, refer to:

Connecting External Devices on page 2-5

External Device Connection Components on page 7-6

Terminal Block and Cable Kits on page 9-13

Instrument Controls Menu on page 3-26

For detailed information about troubleshooting a connection, refer toAnalog Output Testing on page 7-26.

5. Plug the instrument into an outlet of the appropriate voltage andfrequency.

WARNING The Model 42iis supplied with a three-wire grounding cord.Under no circumstances should this grounding system be defeated.

SAMPLE

Input Gas Line

Vent to Exhaust Line at

Atmospheric PressureInstrument Bulkhead

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Several components are available for connecting external devices to iSeriesinstruments.

These connection options include:

Individual terminal board PCB assemblies

Terminal block and cable kits (optional)

Individual cables (optional)

For detailed information on the optional connection components, refer tothe Optional Equipment chapter. For associated part numbers, refer toExternal Device Connection Components on page 7-6.

The following terminal board PCB assemblies are available for iSeriesinstruments:

I/O terminal board PCB assembly, 37 pin (standard)

D/O terminal board PCB assembly, 37 pin (standard)

25-pin terminal board PCB assembly, (included with optional I/OExpansion Board)

Figure 25shows the recommended method for attaching the cable to theterminal board using the included tie-down and spacer. Table 21

identifies the connector pins and associated signals.

Note All of the I/O available in the instrument are not brought out on thisterminal board, if more I/O is desired, an alternative means of connectionis required.

ConnectingExternal Devices

Terminal Board PCB

Assemblies

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Figure 25.I/O Terminal Board Views

Table 21.I/O Terminal Board Pin Descriptions

Pin Signal Description Pin Signal Description

1 Analog1 13 Power_Fail_NC

2 Analog ground 14 Power_Fail_COM

3 Analog2 15 Power_Fail_NO

4 Analog ground 16 TTL_Input1

5 Analog3 17 TTL_Input2



8 Analog ground 20 Digital ground




12 Analog ground 24 Digital ground

Component Side Viewed from Top of Board

Detail A Detail B

Assembled Connector

See Detail A

See Detail B

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Figure 26shows the recommended method for attaching the cable to theterminal board using the included tie-down and spacer. Table 22identifies the connector pins and associated signals.

Figure 26.D/O Terminal Board Views

Table 22.D/O Terminal Board Pin Descriptions


1 Relay1_ContactA 13 Relay7_ContactA

2 Relay1_ContactB 14 Relay7_ContactB







9 Relay5_ContactA 21 (not used)

10 Relay5_ContactB 22 +24V

11 Relay6_ContactA 23 (not used)

12 Relay6_ContactB 24 +24V

D/O Terminal Board


Detail A Detail B

Assembled Connector

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See Detail B

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The 25-pin terminal board is included with the optional I/O ExpansionBoard.

Figure 27.25-Pin Terminal Board Views

Table 23.25-Pin Terminal Board Pin Descriptions


1 IOut1 13 Analog_In1

2 Isolated ground 14 Analog_In2


4 Isolated ground 16 GNDD



7 IOut4 19 Analog_In68 Isolated ground 20 GNDD



11 IOut6 23 GNDD

12 Isolated ground 24 GNDD

25-Pin Terminal Board


Detail A Detail B

See Detail A

See Detail B

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Use the following procedure when starting the instrument.

1. Turn the power ON.

2. Allow 90 minutes for the instrument to stabilize.

Note it is best to turn the ozonator on and let the instrument runovernight before calibration in order to obtain the most accurateinformation.

3. Set instrument parameters such as operating ranges and averaging timesto appropriate settings. For more information about instrument

parameters, see the Operation chapter.

4. Before beginning the actual monitoring, perform a multipointcalibration as described in the Calibration chapter.

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Chapter 3

Operation

This chapter describes the front panel display, front panel pushbuttons, andmenu-driven software. For details, see the following topics:

Display on page 3-1

Pushbuttons on page 3-2

Software Overview on page 3-4

Range Menu on page 3-8

Averaging Time on page 3-16

Calibration Factors Menu on page 3-17

Calibration Menu on page 3-21

Instrument Controls Menu on page 3-26

Diagnostics Menu on page 3-57

Alarms Menu on page 3-64

Service Menu on page 3-73

Password Menu on page 3-91

The 320 x 240 graphics liquid-crystal display (LCD) shows the sampleconcentrations, instrument parameters, instrument controls, help, and errormessages. Some menus contain more items than can be displayed at onetime. For these menus, use and to move the cursor up anddown to each item.

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Figure 31.Front Panel Display

CAUTION If the LCD panel breaks, do not to let the liquid crystal contactyour skin or clothes. If the liquid crystal contacts your skin or clothes, washit off immediately using soap and water.

The Pushbuttons allow the user to traverse the various screens/menus.

Figure 32.Front Panel Pushbuttons

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Table 31lists the front panel pushbuttons and their functions.

Table 31.Front Panel Pushbuttons

Key Name Function

= Soft Keys The (soft keys) are used to provide shortcuts that

allow the user to jump to user-selectable menu screens. Formore information on processing soft keys, see Soft Keys

below

= Run The is used to display the Run screen. The Run

screen normally displays the NO, NO2, and NOx

concentrations.

= Menu The is used to display the Main Menu when in the

Run screen, or back up one level in the menu system. For

more information about the Main Menu, see Main Menu

later in this chapter.

= Help The is context-sensitive, that is, it provides

additional information about the screen that is beingdisplayed. Press for a brief explanation about the

current screen or menu. Help messages are displayed using

lower case letters to easily distinguish them from the

operating screens. To exit a help screen, press or

to return to the previous screen, or to

return to the Run screen.

= Up, Down

= Left, Right

The four arrow pushbuttons ( , , , and

) move the cursor up, down, left, and right or

change values and states in specific screens.

= Enter The is used to select a menu item, accept/set/save

a change, and/or toggle on/off functions.

The Soft Keys are multi-functional keys that use part of the display toidentify their function at any moment. The function of the soft keys allowsimmediate access to the menu structure and most often used menus andscreens. They are located directly underneath the display and as the keys'functions change this is indicated by user-defined labels in the lower part ofthe display, so that the user knows what the keys are to be used for.

To change a soft key, place the menu cursor > on the item of the selectedmenu or screen you wish to set. Press followed by theselected soft

key within 1 second of pressing the right-arrow key. The edit soft keyprompt will be displayed for configuration for the new label.

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Note Not all menu items may be assigned to soft keys. If a particular menuor screen item cannot be assigned, the key assignment screen will not comeup upon entering right-arrow-soft key combinations. All items under theService menu (including the menu itself) cannot be assigned soft keys.

EDIT SOFT KEY PROMPT:CURRENTLY:RANGE

RANGEABCDEFGHIJKLMN BKSPOPQRSTUVWXYZ PAGE0123456789 ./- SAVE

RANGE AVG DIAGS ALARM

The Model 42iutilizes the menu-driven software as illustrated by theflowchart in Figure 33. The Power-Up screen, shown at the top of theflowchart, is displayed each time the instrument is turned on. This screen isdisplayed while the instrument is warming up and performing self-checks.After the warm-up period, the Run screen is automatically displayed. TheRun screen is the normal operating screen. It displays the NO, NO2, andNOxconcentrations, depending on operating mode. From the Run screen,the Main Menu can be displayed by pressing . The Main Menucontains a list of submenus. Each submenu contains related instrumentsettings. This chapter describes each submenu and screen in detail. Refer tothe appropriate sections for more information.

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The Power-Up screen is displayed on power up of the Model 42i. The Self-Test is displayed while the internal components are warming up anddiagnostic checks are performed.

Please wait while booting...

The Run screen displays the NO, NO2, and NOxconcentrations. Thestatus bar displays optional zero/span solenoid valves, if installed, time, andalarm status. The word SAMPLE on the bottom left of the displayindicates the analyzer has the span/zero valve option and is in SAMPLEmode. Other modes appear in the same area of the display as ZERO or

SPAN. For more information about the optional solenoid valves, seeChapter 9, Optional Equipment.

When operating in dual or auto range mode two sets of coefficients areused to calculate the NO-NO2-NOxHigh and Low concentrations.Also, two averaging times are usedone for each range. The title barindicates which range concentrations are displayed. The words LOWRANGE CONCENTRATION on the top of the display indicates thatthe low concentration is displayed. In dual range mode, pressing theand arrows will toggle between high and low concentrations. Theexample below shows the Run screen in single range mode.

Power-Up Screen

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X CONCENTRATION W

NO 62.7PPB28.7PPB

NO2 25.5PPB

NOx 88.2PPB 29.2PPBSAMPLE 12:34 ALARMx


The Main Menu contains a number of submenus. Instrument parametersand settings can be read and modified within the submenus according totheir function. The concentration appears above the main menu andsubmenus in every screen. The SERVICE menu is visible only when theinstrument is in service mode. For more information on the service mode,see Service Mode later in this chapter.

Use and to move the cursor up and down.

Press to select a choice.

Press to return to the Main Menu or to return to the Runscreen.

XXLO WCONCENTRATIONXXLO WNO 62.7 PPBNO2 25.5 PPBNOx 88.2 PPBxSAMPLE 12:34 ALARMxMAIN MENU:>RANGEAVERAGING TIMECALIBRATION FACTORSCALIBRATIONINSTRUMENT CONTROLSDIAGNOSTICSALARMS


SERVICEPASSWORD

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The Range menu allows the operator to select the gas units, NO-NO2-NOxranges, and to set the custom ranges. The screens below show the rangemenu in single range mode and dual/auto range modes. The only

difference between the screens are the words HI and LO to indicatewhich range is displayed. For more information about the single, dual andauto range modes, see Single Range Mode, Dual Range Mode, andAuto Range Mode below.

In the Main Menu, choose Range

SET CUSTOM RANGES

In the single range mode, the NO, NO2, and NOxchannels each have onerange, one averaging time, and one span coefficient.

By default, the three analog outputs are arranged on the rear panelconnector as shown in Figure 34. See Table 32for channels and pinconnections. Single range mode may be selected from the Range ModeSelect on page 3-74.

Range Menu

Single Range Mode

RANGE:>GAS UNITS PPBNO RANGE 50NO2 RANGE 50

NOx RANGE 50SET CUSTOM RANGES


RANGE:>GAS UNITS PPBHI NO RANGE 100LO NO RANGE 50

HI NO2 RANGE 100LO NO2 RANGE 50HI NOx RANGE 100LO NOx RANGE 50


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Figure 34.Pin-Out of Rear Panel Connector in Single Range Mode

Table 32.Default Analog Outputs in Single Range Mode

Channel Connector Pin I/O Terminal Pin Description

1 14 1 NO Analog Output

2 33 3 NO2Analog Output

3 15 5 NOxAnalog Output

4 34 7 None

5 17 9 None6 36 11 None

Ground 16, 18, 19, 35, 37 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 Signal Ground

Note All channels are user definable. If any customization has been madeto the analog output configuration, the default selections my not apply.

In the dual range mode, there are two independent analog outputs. Theseare labeled simply as the High Range and the Low Range. Each

channel has its own analog output range, averaging time, and spancoefficient.

This enables the sample concentration reading to be sent to the analogoutputs at two different ranges. For example, the low NO analog outputcan be set to output concentrations from 0 to 50 ppb and the high NOanalog output set to output concentrations from 0 to 500 ppb.

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In addition to each channel having two ranges, each channel has two spancoefficients. There are two span coefficients so that each range can becalibrated separately. This is necessary if the two ranges are not close to oneanother. For example, the low NO range is set to 050 ppb and the highNO range is set to 020,000 ppb.

By default, in the dual range mode, the analog outputs are arranged on therear panel connector as shown in Figure 35. See Table 33for channelsand pin connections. Dual range mode may be selected from the RangeMode Select on page 3-74.

Figure 35.Pin-Out of Rear Panel Connector in Dual Range Mode

Table 33.Default Analog Outputs in Dual Range Mode

Channel Connector Pin I/O Terminal Pin Description

1 14 1 NO High Range

2 33 3 NO Low Range

3 15 5 NO2High Range

4 34 7 NO2Low Range

5 17 9 NOxHigh Range

6 36 11 NOxLow Range

Ground 16, 18, 19, 35, 37 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 Signal Ground

Note All channels are user definable. If any customization has been madeto the analog output configuration, the default selections my not apply.

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The auto range mode switches the NO, NO2, and NOxanalog outputsbetween high and low

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