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Operating Manual Xenotest Beta+ FD

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Contents Page

1 InstructionsforSafeOperation................................................................................................................. 61.1 Explanation of Symbols ........................................................................................................................ 81.2 General Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................. 9

2 DeliveryoftheInstrument........................................................................................................................ 112.1 Packaging .......................................................................................................................................... 112.2 Scope of Delivery ............................................................................................................................... 11

3 RequirementsfortheInstallationSite..................................................................................................... 123.1 Room Climate .................................................................................................................................... 123.2 Room Ventilation ................................................................................................................................ 123.3 Instrument Exhaust Air System .......................................................................................................... 123.4 Space Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 133.5 Instrument Dimensions and Space Requirements ............................................................................. 14

4 DescriptionoftheInstrument.................................................................................................................. 154.1 View from the Front and Right ........................................................................................................... 154.2 View from Rear and Left .................................................................................................................... 164.3 View of Test Chamber ........................................................................................................................ 174.4 View of Control Panel ......................................................................................................................... 19

5 FunctionalDescription............................................................................................................................. 205.1 Program Control ................................................................................................................................. 205.2 Filter Systems .................................................................................................................................... 215.3 Ventilation System .............................................................................................................................. 275.4 Measuring and Control Sensors ......................................................................................................... 285.5 Calibration Sensors ............................................................................................................................ 29

6 StartUp...................................................................................................................................................... 306.1 First Start Up ...................................................................................................................................... 306.2 Checking the Instrument Components ............................................................................................... 306.3 Installing / Removing the Xenon Lamp .............................................................................................. 316.4 Changing the Filter System ................................................................................................................ 336.5 Loading the Sample Rack .................................................................................................................. 346.6 Installation of the XENOSENSIV Sensor / Standard Sample Carousel ............................................. 376.7 Connecting the Lamp Cooling to the Exhaust Air System .................................................................. 386.8 Setting up the Interface ...................................................................................................................... 396.9 Incoming Power Connection .............................................................................................................. 39

7 Operation................................................................................................................................................... 407.1 Menu Structure of the Instrument Control .......................................................................................... 407.2 Operating the Touch Screen .............................................................................................................. 407.3 Switching on the Instrument ............................................................................................................... 417.4 Starting the Test Program .................................................................................................................. 427.5 Adjusting the XENOSENSIV Sensor .................................................................................................. 437.6 Regulation Without Sensors ............................................................................................................... 457.7 Temperature Fields ............................................................................................................................ 467.8 Note on Implementation ..................................................................................................................... 47

8 Shutdown.................................................................................................................................................. 488.1 Switching Off the Instrument .............................................................................................................. 488.2 Switching Off the Instrument in an Emergency .................................................................................. 488.3 Removing Samples ............................................................................................................................ 48

9 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................ 499.1 Error Message and Remedial Measures ............................................................................................ 49


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Contents Page

10Maintenance.............................................................................................................................................. 5010.1 Preventive Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 5010.2 Repair ................................................................................................................................................. 5010.3 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 5110.4 Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................. 52

11TechnicalData.......................................................................................................................................... 53

12Accessories.............................................................................................................................................. 54

13WearingParts........................................................................................................................................... 56

14 DeclarationofConformity........................................................................................................................ 57


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ListofFigures

Fig. 1 Instrument dimensions and space requirementsFig. 2 View from the front and rightFig. 3 View from rear and leftFig. 4 View of test chamber with bottle carouselFig. 5 View of test chamber with packaging carouselFig. 6 View of control panelFig. 7 Control and output componentsFig. 8 Representation of the beam pathFig. 9 Filter systems Fig. 10 Diagram of XENOCHROME filter system 300Fig. 11 Diagram of XENOCHROME filter system 320Fig. 12 Diagram of XENOCHROME filter system StoreLightFig. 13 Ventilation systemFig. 14 Measuring and control sensorsFig. 15 Removing the xenon lampFig. 16 Installing the xenon lampFig. 17 Equipping the filter assemblyFig. 18 Installing/removing the outer cylinderFig. 19 Standard sample rackFig. 20 Equipping the standard sample rackFig. 21 Special sample rack divided into threeFig. 22 Special sample rack divided into two (blue scale)Fig. 23 Sample carousel for small bottlesFig. 24 Sample carousel for large bottlesFig. 25 Sample carousel for packagingFig. 26 Sample rack for can packagingFig. 27 Installation of XENOSENSIV sensorFig. 28 Connecting the exhaust air systemFig. 29 Setting up the interfaceFig. 30 Mains connectionFig. 31 Touch screenFig. 32 Basic functionsFig. 33 Switching on the instrumentFig. 34 Starting the test programFig. 35 Temperature fields for XENOCHROME filter systemFig. 36 Turning off the instrumentFig. 37 Removing and installing the air filter lamp cooling

Listoftables

Tab. 1 Overview of the filter systemsTab. 2 XENOCHROME 300Tab. 3 XENOCHROME 320Tab. 4 Xenotest Beta+ FD accessoriesTab. 5 More Xenotest Beta+ FD accessoriesTab. 6 Repair parts


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1InstructionsforSafeOperation

Instructionsforusers:This operating manual describes the Xenotest® Beta+ FD weathering instrument.Please note that the instrument may only be operated by authorized and qualified personnel.

Qualifiedpersonnelarepersonswho:• have gained knowledge of instrument operation through an Atlas authorized technical training,• have been instructed in the operation and function of the Xenotest® Beta+ FD on the basis of this operating

manual,• are able to assess the activity that they perform based on work experience and instruction in the relevant

safety conditions and recognize possible hazards.

Maintenancework:• Lamps may only be changed by qualified personnel who have been trained by an electrician or authorized

Atlas representative.

Cleaningwork:• Cleaning of the instrument or parts thereof may only be performed by instructed personnel.

Read this operating manual carefully before using the Xenotest® Beta+ FD for the first time. You will then be able to utilize all of the instrument features and avoid damage.

Ifproblemsoccurwhicharenottreatedingreatenoughdetailforyouinthisoperatingmanual,pleasecontactyoursupplierforyourownsafety.

Atlas Material Testing Technology GmbHAn AMETEK CompanyVogelsbergstr. 2263589 Linsengericht / GermanyPhone: + 49-6051-707-140Fax: + 49-6051-707-149E-mail: [email protected]


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Instructionsfortheuser:The Xenotest® Beta+ FD is manufactured with state-of-the-art technology and business practices and is safe to operate. Nevertheless, this instrument could still be hazardous, especially when it is operated by insufficiently trained personnel or when it is used improperly or for a function for which it was not intended.

Startupandmaintenancework:• The lamps and filters may only be installed by a qualified technician during start up,• The lamps may only be changed later by personnel who have been trained by a qualified technician.

Instructionandpreventionofaccidents:• For personnel who work on and with this instrument, the owner must create written instructions in a com-

prehensible form and in the language of the employees based on this operating manual (FRG: Directive for the Prevention of Accidents, UVV BGV A1).

• The work health and safety regulations of the trade cooperative associations BGV A 3 must be observed.• Instruct the operating and cleaning personnel in the operation and care of the instrument based on these

instructions.• Unauthorized modifications or conversions to the instrument are not permitted for safety reasons.

Warranty:Atlas MTT GmbH guarantees the safety and functional capability of the instrument only on condition that:

• only original spare parts or accessories approved by Atlas MTT are used,• inspections, calibrations, and maintenance work are performed according to the given time intervals.

Validityofthecontentofthemanual:• The contents of the operating manual are subject to change at any time without notice.• The German version of this operating manual is binding for translations into foreign languages.

Keepthisoperatingmanualinasafeplaceneartheinstrumenttobeinordertoconsultsafetyinstructionsandimportantoperatinginformationatalltimes.


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1.1 ExplanationofSymbols

WARNINGFailuretoobservethiswarningmayleadtosevereorevenfatalinjury!

CAUTIONFailuretoobservethismayleadtomoderatetominorinjuryormaterialdamage.

NOTE!Gives tips for use and useful information.

Warningaboutdangeroussolutions

Warningabouthotsurfaces

Warningaboutelectricshock

SymbolsontheInstrument:

WARNINGAGAINSTADANGEROUSPLACE!Caution!Seetheoperatingmanual.

HOTSURFACE!Warningagainstburns.

CEconformitymark

REFERENCETODISPOSALDIRECTIVE(WEEE)!

ThedisposalofthisproductmustcomplywiththeECDirective2002/96/EGwithregardtotheusedelectricalandelectronicequipment(WEEE).


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1.2 GeneralSafetyInstructions

Usefortheintendedpurpose• The Xenotest Beta+ FD is used for irradiance and weathering of material samples.• The instrument is suitable for continuous operation.• The Xenotest Beta+ FD is tested for electromagnetic compatibility and suitable for installation in an indus-

trial environment.

Improperuse• The Xenotest Beta+ FD may not be operated in rooms which do not satisfy the site conditions set forth in

this manual.• No highly inflammable or explosive fabrics, materials or liquids may be used as samples.• No fabrics, materials or liquids which emit toxins may be used as samples.

Safetyrequirements• DIN EN ISO 12100, Editions 2011-03 Safety of machines• DIN EN 61010, Part 1 Edition 2002 Safety regulations for electrically operated measuring, control, regulating and laboratory instruments. Gen-

eral requirements.• DIN EN 61010-2-010 Edition 2004-06

Safety regulations for electrical measuring, control, regulating and laboratory instruments• DIN EN 50178 (VDE 0160): 1998-04

Equipping of high voltage systems with electronic equipment• DIN EN 60204 (DIN VDE 0113): Part 1 Edition 2007-06

Electrical equipping of industrial machines• DIN EN 60598 Part 2 - 24 Edition 1999-07

Lamps with limited surface temperature• DIN EN 45635 Part 8 Edition 1985-06 and DIN EN 11690-1 Edition 1987-02

Noise hazard• DIN EN 60947-1 Edition 2008-04

Low-voltage switchgear• DIN EN 61508-3 Edition 2011-03

Hazard from software safety functions• DIN EN 60947-3 Edition 2010-02

Low-voltage switchgear• DIN EN 50274 Edition 2002-11 and DIN EN 60529-1 Edition 2000-09

Finger safety, back of hand safety• DIN EN 61558-1 Edition 2006-07

Transformers, safety• DIN EN 61326 EMC• DIN EN 61000 EMC


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SafetyinstrumentsThe Xenotest Beta+ FD is equipped with circuit safety switches and temperature sensors which monitor the individual functions.

• All function units are turned off if the test chamber door is opened during operation.• A temperature switch monitors the development of heat in the test chamber.• A temperature switch checks the exhaust air flow. If the exhaust air temperature exceeds 120 °C, all func-

tions are turned off.• A temperature switch monitors the development of heat in the area of the suction side for the lamp cooling.

All functions are turned off if the temperature exceeds 65 °C.• If the xenon lamp is not ignited after four attempts, the ignition process is aborted.

After turning off due to an error, operation can only continue after confirmation of the error message. An inter-rupted attempt continues at the place at which it was interrupted.

IncomingpowerconnectionThe Xenotest Beta+ FD is connected to an incoming voltage of

• 400 V ± 10 %, (3P/N/PE), The incoming power connection is made by a PE plug: CEE (32 A, 5-pole, 6h).

NOTE - Connection in domestic power supply systems!The device has been designed for predominant use in industrial power supply systems. In some unfavorable cases an impairment of other consumers within the domestic power supply system may occur. In this event a separate power supply cable with an adequate cross-section must be installed from the domestic use to the device. For additional information please contact the technical service of Atlas.

Disposal:

ObSERVETHEREGULATIONSFORDISPOSAL!Themanufacturer’sobligationstotakebacktheequipmentinaccordancewiththerespectivenationalversionoftheEuropeandirective2002/96/EGWEEE(WasteElectricalandElectronicEquipment)applysinceMarch24,2006.

RohSconformity:The Xenotest Beta+ FD meets the requirements of the 2002/95/EG RohS directive (restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment) for equipment group 9.

Disposalofthepackaging:Please dispose of the packaging materials according to the valid disposal regulations.A list of used packaging materials can be found in chapter 2, sect. 2.1, “Packaging”.


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2DeliveryoftheInstrument

2.1 Packaging

The Xenotest Beta+ FD is delivered in a stable packaging crate. All packaging materials can be separated and are recyclable.

• Packaging crate of chipboard• Steel screw for plywood together the crate and the crate lid• Polyethylene wrapping material (PE)• Polyethylene foam (PE)• Corrugated cardboard

The following sensitive components are packed separately:• Xenon lamps• XENOSENSIV sensor• Outer cylinder

2.2 ScopeofDelivery

The Xenotest Beta+ FD is not ready for operation directly upon delivery.The separately packed components must be assembled before operating.The scope of delivery includes:

basicinstrumentwiththefunctionunits:• Radiation system with three air-cooled xenon lamps• Air volume regulation

Outercylinderandsamplerack:• UV special glass or StoreLight outer cylinder• Sample rack for accommodating the sample racks

Measuringsystemconsistingof:• Sensor for measuring the test chamber temperature and test chamber humidity• XENOSENSIV sensor for measuring the irradiance and black standard temperature• Terminating plug for operation without the XENOSENSIV sensor• Adapter for using the XENOSENSIV sensor in the test chamber

Technicaldocumentation:• Operating manual• Software documentation• Spare parts list

NOTE–testequipment!

Additional sample racks and an optical filter system are required to conduct photo stability tests.


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3RequirementsfortheInstallationSite

3.1 RoomClimate

Climaticrequirementsfortheoperatingroom:In continuous operation there may be a constant change in the room climate due to the emission of warm air from the lamp cooling.Therefore, the instrument may only be installed in adequately cooled, dust-free operating rooms.

• Room temperatures of 18 °C to 25 °C• Relative humidity of 50 % (+/- 10 %)

3.2 RoomVentilation

The installation room must be equipped with a ventilation system that can accommodate a fresh air volume flow of at least 400 m³/h.The fresh air must be filtered through an air filter of filter class EU 4.The laboratory room must be kept dust-free.

3.3 InstrumentExhaustAirSystem

The lamp cooling of the Xenotest Beta+ FD must be connected to an exhaust air system. The exhaust air of the lamp cooling can be fed directly outdoors. The exhaust air system must satisfy the following conditions:

• The exhaust air channel must be made of flexible, heat-resistant material because the temperature of the exhaust air can rise to up to 120 °C.

• The exhaust air channel may be a maximum of 3 m long.• The diameter of the exhaust air channel must be at least 100 mm. The connection nozzle on the Xenotest

Beta+ FD has a diameter of 100 mm.• The exhaust air channel may have a maximum of two 90° bends.• If greater lengths than 3 m or more than two 90° bends are necessary for laying the exhaust air channel, a

exhaust blower must be installed by the customer.• The exhaust air system must work in such a way that no air can be blown back into the instrument by a

back pressure.

The exhaust air of the test chamber can be fed into the operating room and circulated by the room ventilation.

NOTE-impairmentofthefunction!

The instrument exhaust air system can overheat if the maximum length of the exhaust air channel and the maximum permissible number of two 90° bends is not observed. This results in the protective instruments of the Xenotest Beta+ FD interrupting the power supply to the instrument.


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3.4 SpaceRequirements

Theinstrumentmayonlybetransportedbyexperiencedpersonnelwhohavesuitabletools.Position the instrument on a sufficiently stable, non-flammable floor and align horizontally.

• Instrument weight: approx. 400 kg

NOTE–ceilingloadcapacity

If several instruments are installed in one place, the static load capacity of the installation site must be ensured.

An access area of at least 1 m is needed around the machine to allow for operation, maintenance, and repair work (see Fig.1):

• Instrument dimensions: 900 mm x 2,000 mm x 2,100 mm (W x D x H)

CAUTION–overheatingoftheinstrument!

Theairexchangeoftheinstrumenttakesplaceviaairinletandoutletopeningsonthetopoftheinstrumentandthesideairvents.Iftheairexchangeisblocked,constantoperationisimpairedastheinstrumentisturnedoffbythesafetymechanisms.Thelifeofinstrumentcomponentsisalsoshortenedbyrepeatedturningonandoff.Ensurethattheventilationopeningsarealwaysfree!

• Theoperatingroommusthaveaminimumheightof2.5m.• Complywiththeminimumdistancesatthesideandbackoftheinstrument.Thesafetyandmainte-

nancedistancescanbefoundinfig.1.


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3.5 InstrumentDimensionsandSpaceRequirements Fig.1

A Front viewB Side viewC View from aboveD Space requirements service area

All data in mm units


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4DescriptionoftheInstrument

4.1 ViewfromtheFrontandRight Fig.2

Fig.2:Viewfromthefront:1 Communication connections2 Operating panel with touch screen3 Test chamber with window4 Test chamber with sample rack carousel5 Radiation unit with filter system6 Door7 Height adjustable leg8 Door catch9 Air inlet for the lamp cooling and the cooling of the

electrical components with filter inside the door (see Technical Data)

Viewfromtheright:A Side door electrical supply unitB Side door electrical supply unit/heating systemC Exhaust air nozzle circulating air channelD Master switch for turning the instrument on/offE Door catch test chamberF Exhaust air nozzle lamp cooling


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4.2 ViewfromRearandLeft Fig.3

Viewfromrear,fig.3:1 Air inlet of the chilled chamber air2 Instrument rear panel3 Incoming power supply cable to the instrument4 Side door electrical supply unit/humidity system

5 Side door electrical supply unit6 Air supply circulating air system7 Evaporator unit


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4.3 ViewofTestChamber Fig.4

Viewoftestchamberwithbottlerack,fig.41 XENOSENSIV sensor for measuring the irradi-

ance and black standard temperature2 Filter system for generating specific light and

xenon lamps for radiating material samples

3 Sample rack holder of the sample rack4 Door seal


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Fig.5

Viewoftestchamberwithpackagingcarousel,fig.5

1 XENOSENSIV sensor for checking irradiance and BST

2 Filter insert for generating specific light and xenon lamps for radiating material samples

3 Sample rack holder of the sample racks4 Door seal


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4.4 ViewofControlPanel Fig.6

Controlpanelwithtouchscreen,fig.6:1 Display for showing the menu dialogs, status dis-

plays and program parameters2 Arrow keys for navigation in the menus3 Function keys for activating the basic functions: •ENTER: Confirmation of the input values •ESCAPE: Cancel the menu dialog •START: Start a test program •STOP: Interrupt the test

4 Menu keys for activating the program modules5 Numeric block for entering the program parameters

and test values


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5FunctionalDescription

5.1 ProgramControl

Fig.7:The Xenotest Beta+ FD is switched on with the main switch 2 and then operated by the program control 1 of the touch screen.The microprocessor-supported program control enables the initialization of user-specific tests.The parameter values required for the test are entered with the numericblockon the keyboard and initialized by the various functionkeys.The inputs and the resulting statusmessagesare shown on the display.Detailed specifications for the program control and pro-gramming of test runs are described in the instrument’s software documentation.

Fig.7


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5.2 FilterSystems

5.2.1 OverviewoftheFilterSystems Tab.1

Filtersystem Filterassembly Outercylinder

Daylight „XENOCHROME 300, 11 pieces(identification II or 30) Special UV glass

Daylight behind window glass „XENOCHROME 320, 11 pieces(identification III or 32) Special UV glass

StoreLight „XENOCHROME 300, 11 pieces(identification II or 30) StoreLight


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5Functionaldescription

5.2.2 RepresentationofthebeamPath

Fig.8:The xenon lamps 3 radiate evenly in all directions.The parts of the UV and light radiation which hit the coated filters 2 pass the outer cylinder and radiate the samples 4.The IR radiation parts are partially reflected, passed to the black absorbers 1 , absorbed by these and fed out by the cooling air stream.

Fig.8


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5.2.3 XENOCHROMEFilterSystem

Fig.9:The filter systems consist of:• A filter assembly 2 with 3 absorbers offset at

120° 1,• the XENOCHROME filter discs 3 with specific filter

properties:• XENOCHROME 300 (II) and• XENOCHROME 320 (III) as well as• an outer cylinder 4

The identification of the XENOCHROME filters is fixed to the bottom end of the filters:The filters are labeled with the number combinations II or 30 or III or 32 for distinguishing between different filter types.

Fig.9


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5.2.4 SpectralPowerDistribution

Fig.10:The diagram represents the spectral power distribution in the wavelength range of 250 – 800 nm of the XENOCHROME filter system 300 with outer cylinder. The data of the table 1, page 24 corresponds to the CIE No. 85, table 4.

Fig.11:The diagram represents the spectral power distribution in the wavelength range from 250 – 800 nm of the XENOCHROME filter system 320 with outer cylinder. The values of the relative spectral distribution are listed in the tables 2, page 24.

Fig.12:The diagram represents the spectral power distribution in the wavelength range from 250 to 800 nm of the StoreLight filter.

Fig.10


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Fig.11

Fig.12


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Application:The XENOCHROME filter systems can be used for the following tests:Outdoor daylight and daylight behind window glass (indoor). The relative spectral distribution of the XENO-CHROME filter system can be found in the tables Tab.2+Tab.3.

Tab.2

XENOTEST Beta+ filter: XENOCHROME 300

WavelengthRSP* RSP*

XENOCHROME 300 ISO 4892-2 (A), ISO 114341 (1)< 290 nm 0.15 0.15

290 - 320 nm 7.67 2.6 - 7.9321 - 360 nm 34.6 28.2 - 38.6361 - 400 nm 57.8 55.8 - 67.5290 - 400 nm 100 100

*Relative spectral parts standardized to 300 – 400 nm

Tab.3

XENOTEST Beta+ filter: XENOCHROME 300

WavelengthRSP* RSP*

XENOCHROME 320 ISO 4892-2 (B), ISO 11341 (2)<300 nm 0.01 0.29

300 - 320 nm 1.2 0.1-2.8321 - 360 nm 32.6 23.8 - 35.5361 - 400 nm 66.2 62.4 - 76.2300 - 400 nm 100 100

*Relative spectral parts standardized to 300 – 400 nm

*The tolerances listed in the tables match the cited standards.


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5.3 VentilationSystem

Fig.13:The Xenotest Beta+ FD is air-cooled. The cooling system is fed by two different air streams:• Lamp cooling 1 and • Test chamber cooling 2.

Lampcooling:A fan 3 pulls in the cooling air 1 for lamp cooling at the air vents 4 on the right hand side of the instrument. The air current flows along the module shaft and cool the electronic components first. The air is then fed through the outer cylinder of the lamp unit and cools the xenon lamps.The heated cooling air is dissipated through the air opening on the top of the instrument 5 and is exhausted by a technical ventilation system or discharged directly to the outside air.

Testchambercooling:In circulating air operation both air vents 6 and 7 open and circulate the air stream in the air circulation.The test chamber air exits at the top of the instrument 8 and is fed back into the instrument through the circulat-ing air duct 9 by the evaporator A of the cooling unit.

Fig.13


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5.4 MeasuringandControlSensors

A combined test chamber temperature and humidity sensor is built into the Xenotest Beta+ FD test chamber. The test chamber temperature and the relative humidity can be controlled with this sensor.The XENOSENSIV sensor 1 can be installed optionally. This sensor measures the BST at sample level (in the temperature range 20° C to 130° C) and the irradiance in the wavelength range from 300 – 400 nm/300-800 nm samples synchronously, i.e. in cycle with the samples.The program controller uses the measured values to control the specified parameter values.

Fig.14

Integratedsensorsystem,fig.14:The sensor system 2 for measuring the test chamber temperature and relative humidity is built into the test chamber.This measuring system enables:• Display of the measured test chamber temperature on the control touch screen.• Constant control of the test chamber temperature according to the default value up to max. 70° C,• Control according to relative electrical lamp power (0 or 53 – 120 %). 100 % lamp power corresponds to the

nominal power of 2,200 VA. The control range 100 – 120 % takes lamp ageing into account,• Display of the measured relative humidity in the test chamber on the controller touch screen.


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Fig.14(page28):XENOSENSIVsensor:The optionally installable system enables:• Display of the measured irradiance• Constant control of the irradiance• Display of the BST• Constant control of the BST

NOTE–operationwithoutsensor:

If the Xenotest Beta+ FD is operated without the XENOSENSIV sensor, the lamp power is controlled constantly according to a default value (see sect. 7.2).The adapter for operation without sensor (terminating plug) must be plugged to the connecting socket for this operating mode (see sect. 6.6).

5.5 CalibrationSensors

The calibration and any necessary adjustment of the irradiance and the BST of the XENOSENSIV sensor can be performed using independent sensors:• the XenoCal BB 300-400 sensor for the irradiance,• the XenoCal BST sensor for the black standard temperature, (see sect. 7.5),• the combi-sensor XenoCal BB 300-400 BST,• the XenoCal WB 300-800,• and the combi-sensor XenoCal BB 300-800 BST,


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6StartUp

6.1 FirstStartUp

NOTE-firststartup:

The instrument may only be started for the first time by the Atlas technical service or authorized service repre-sentative.All the functioning components of the instrument are checked during first-time startup.

6.2 CheckingtheInstrumentComponents

WARNING–electricshock!

Touchinglivepartscanleadtolifethreateningelectricshocks.Disconnecttheinstrumentfromthepowersupplybeforeperforminganyservicework!• TurntheinstrumentoffattheON/OFFswitch.• Pulltheelectricalplugoutofthesocketandsecureagainstreconnecting.• Checkwhethertheinstrumentisvoltagefree.

Only instrument parts which are in optimal working condition ensure the functional reliability of the Xenotest Beta+ FD instrument.Check the instrument components and function units listed below especially for damage and optimal functioning before starting or before every new test run.Damaged or worn parts may not be used.

CAUTION–overheating!

Thelightfiltersalsoserveforheatabsorption.Iftestsareperformedwithoutfilters,theinstrumentcanoverheatandthesampleswillbedamaged.Onlyignitethexenonlampswhenfiltersareproperlyinstalled.

Checklist:The following function units must be checked before starting.

• Correct combination of light filters,• Number of operating hours of the xenon lamp,• Condition of the air filters for lamp cooling and test chamber cooling,• Condition of plugs and power cables,• Installation of the XENOSENSIV sensor terminating plug.


If the Xenotest Beta+ FD is operated without the XENOSENSIV sensor, the adapter for operation without sensor (terminating plug) must be plugged to the connecting socket (see sect. 6.6).


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6Startup

6.3 Installing/RemovingtheXenonLamp


Touchinglivepartscanleadtolifethreaten-ingelectricshocks.Theinstrument’slampignitionisunderhighvoltage.Disconnecttheinstrumentfromtheelectricalpowerbeforeinstalling/removingthexenonlamps!•TurntheinstrumentoffattheON/OFF

switch.•Pulltheelectricalplugoutofthereceptacle

andsecureagainstreconnecting.•Checkwhethertheinstrumentisvoltage

free.

CAUTION–dangerofburns!

Thecomponentsofthelampunitgetveryhotandcancauseburnswhentheycomeintocontactwiththeskin.Letthecomponentsofthelampunitcooldownsufficientlybeforechangingthexenonlamp!

NOTE–handlingthexenonlamp:

Residue from finger marks can burn into the glass tubes of the xenon lamp and cause uneven light radiation.

• Only hold the xenon lamp by the base.• Wear clean cotton gloves for assembly.

Removingthexenonlamp:1. Fig.15:Remove the exhaust pipe (or connection of

the exhaust air duct).2. Unlock and lift up exhaust air cover with connection

nozzle 4 .3. Lift intermediate tube 5 off the flange tube 6 and

put to one side. The intermediate tube is simply placed on top, but is connected to the flange tube by the PE conductor cable.

4. Pull off the contact sockets 1, 2 and 3 from the lamps.

5. Remove the lamp centering 8 .6. Carefully pull the used xenon lamps 7 up out of the

lamp socket.

Fig.15


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6StartUp

Installingthexenonlamp:1. Fig.16:Push the xenon lamps 7 through the flange

tube 6 , place in the lamp socket and press in care-fully.

2. Set the lamp centering 8 between the xenon lamps.3. Plug the contact sockets 1, 2 and 3 to the lamps.

Make absolutely sure that the contact sockets are connected to the appropriate lamps:

Lamp 1 = left (cable number 19),Lamp 2 = center (cable number 20),Lamp 3 = right (cable number 21),4. Place the intermediate tube 5 onto the flange

tube 6 . Make sure that the PE conductor cable is screwed to the flange tube and the lamp plug cables are in the recesses.

5. Close and lock the exhaust air cover with connection nozzle 4 .

6. Mount the exhaust air adapter or the technical venti-lation system.

CAUTION–overheating!

Thelightfiltersalsoserveforheatabsorption.Iftestsareperformedwithoutfilters,theinstrumentcanoverheatandthesampleswillbedamaged.Onlyignitethexenonlampwhenlightfiltersareinserted.

NOTE–lampignition:

The radiation system is turned off by opening the exhaust air cover on the top of the instrument. The system must be reignited to continue radiation after closing the cover.

Fig.16


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6StartUp

6.4 ChangingtheFilterSystem

XENOCHROMEfiltersystem:The XENOCHROME filter system (300/320) consists of eleven filter glasses. The XENOCHROME filter assembly is required to accommodate the filters.

Equippingthefilterassembly:1. Fig.17:Clean the filters 1 with a soft cloth and

commercially available alcohol or white spirit.2. Insert filters 1 into the aperture3 of the filter as-

sembly 2 from above.3. Push the filter into position within the holder until

they stop.

Table 1 on page 21 provides an overview of the available filter types and their assembly.

NOTE:

An appropriate spacer filter must be installed in XE 320 to reduce the dimension of the gap.

Fig.18:Installing/removingthefilterassembly:The filter assembly is inserted into the outer cylinder from above and turned into position.

1. Remove the xenon lamp system (see sect. 6.3).2. Remove the filter assembly 1 from the outer cylin-

der 6.3. Place the filter assembly 1 in the outer cylinder 6

and align the distance between the absorbers and the lamps evenly.

4. Install the xenon lamp system (see sect. 6.3).

Removingtheoutercylinder:1. Remove the xenon lamp system (see sect. 6.3).2. Fig.18:Remove the filter assembly 1 from the

outer cylinder 6.3. Loosen the four fastening screws 2 of the flange

tube 3.4. Open the test chamber door and push up the tube

nozzle of the loosened flange tube slightly from the inside.

5. Remove the outer cylinder 6.

Installtheoutercylinder:6. Fig.18:Insert the lower sealing ring 5 into the

guide groove and the outer cylinder 6 through the test chamber door from the front,

7. Insert the upper sealing ring 4 in the tube nozzle and place the tube nozzle on the outer cylinder.

8. Screw the flange tube 3 tight and make sure the outer cylinder is centered.

9. Place the filter assembly 1 in the outer cylinder.10. Install the xenon lamp system (see sect. 6.3).

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6.5 LoadingtheSampleRack

The sample holders are not included with the instrument. They can be ordered from the Atlas spare parts service.

NOTE–loadingthesamplerack:

All 16 sample holders must always be inserted into the sample rack to guarantee reproducible test conditions.Empty sample positions must be filled with dummy samples.Sample racks fig. 19 to fig. 22 and fig. 26 are unsuitable for sample carousel ‘D’.

Equippingthestandardsamplerack:Fig.19:The standard sample holder set consists of six-teen sample holder with the dimensions 320 mm x 80 mm x 10 mm (H x W x D).A standard sample holder 5 can hold samples with a maximum thickness of 10 mm.The sample holder plate 4 fixes the sample.

Masks:Three different masks with different sized exposure areas are available for the standard sample holder. Masks serve for direct visual comparison between exposed and unex-posed sample areas.

1 mask, 27 mm2 mask, 18 mm3 mask, 9 mm4 sample rack plate

Sampleholdercardboard:Fig.20:Sample holder cardboard 2 with the dimensions 320 mm x 80 mm x 0.5 mm are available for padding.

NOTE–surfacetemperature:

The cardboard can influence the surface temperature of the samples.

Equippingthestandardsamplerack:1. Fig.20:Place the sample or sample cardboard 2 in

the sample rack with mask 1.2. Place the sample rack plate 4 on the sample and fix

using the clamps 6.

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Specialsampleholderwiththreesamplepositions:To further differentiate test series with larger amounts of samples, special sample holder with divided viewing win-dows can be used which allow three samples to be placed in one sample rack.

1. Fig.21:Place the individual samples 2 in the re-spective viewing windows of the sample rack 5.

2. Place the mask 1 on the samples and fix using the clamps 4.

3. Place the special sample holder in the test chamber with the holder 3 in the lower sample rack bracket and with the two holders 6 on the upper sample rack bracket.

Specialsamplerackwithtwosamplepositions:The sample holder with two sample positions is suitable for light fastness tests for example.

1. Fig.22:Place the samples 2 on the masks 1 in the two viewing windows of the sample rack 6 .

2. Place the holding plate 3 on the back of the sample and fix using the clamps 5 .

3. Place the special sample rack in the test chamber with the holder 4 in the lower sample rack bracket and with the two holders 7 on the upper sample rack bracket.

NOTE–surfacetemperature:

The materials used for padding can influence the surface temperatures of the samples.

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1.Loadingthesamplerackwithbottles:The sample rack ‘D’ serves for exposure/photostability testing of drinks and bottles. Two different sample holders are available:

a) For bottles up to maximum 0.75lb) For bottles from 0.75l to maximum 1.5l

The sample holders can be mounted in sample rack ‘D’ depending on the purpose.

2.SampleholderforsmallbottlesBottles with a maximum volume of 0.75l are fixed with the holders provided 1 in the sample rack 3.

1. Fig.23:The sample holders 1 must be loosened with the knurled screw 2 and removed from the rail 3.

2. Place the bottles in the rack and push up to the front ring 4.

3. To fix the bottles, push the sample holder back onto the rail 3 and move in the direction of the bottle until it stops.

4. Tighten the knurled screw 2 hand tight to prevent loosening during operation.

3.SampleholderforlargebottlesBottles with a volume between 0.75l and 1.5l are fixed with the holders provided 1 in the sample carousel 3.

1. Fig.24:Loosen the sample holders with the knurled screw 2 and move them out (towards the operator).

2. Place the bottles in the rack and push up to the front ring 4.

3. Place the sample holder 1 on the bottles and tighten the knurled screw 2. To prevent the bottle from moving during exposure, the sample holder should fit the outer diameter of the bottle snugly.

4.Loadingthesamplerackwithpackagingspeci-mens:The sample rack ‘F’ serves for exposure of different pack-aging forms.Fig.25:The sample carousel is equipped with three rings which serve for fastening packaging bags with metal clamps (ID no. 56078989). The middle ring 1 is split for inserting the XENOSENSIV sensor.

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Fig.26:A separate sample rack is available for plastic tin packagings 1 into which the packaging tins can be placed in from above. The underside of the packaging faces towards the lamp.

6.6 InstallationoftheXENOSENSIVSensor/StandardSampleCarousel


Thetestchamberheatsupconsiderablyduringoperation.Touchinghottestchambercomponentscancauseburns.Allowthetestchambertocooldownsufficientlybeforeinstallingorremovingthesensors.

1. Fig.27:Mount the XENOSENSIV sensor 2 with the two fastening screws 4 on the adapter 3 of the sensor rack 1 .

2. The sensor rack 1 is positioned on the sample rack brackets on the left and right next to the connection socket 6 for installation in the test chamber.

3. Insert the connecting plug 5 of the connecting cable into the sensor socket 6 .


If the Xenotest Beta+ FD is operated without the XENO-SENSIV sensor, the adapter 7 for operation without sen-sor (terminating plug) must be plugged to the connecting socket 6 .

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6.7 ConnectingtheLampCoolingtotheExhaustAirSystem

NOTE–exhaustairlampcooling

The lamp cooling of the Xenotest Beta+ FD must be con-nected to an exhaust air system.The instrument exhaust air system can overheat if the maximum length of the exhaust air channel and the maximum permissible number of two 90° bends are not observed. This results in the protective instruments of the Xenotest Beta+ FD interrupting the power supply to the instrument. Please observe the specifications for the instrument exhaust air system in sect. 3.3.

Connectingtheexhaustairsystem:1. Fig.28:Fit the adapter 1 of the on site exhaust air system to the connection nozzle 2 on the Xenotest Beta+ FD. The connection nozzle has a diameter of 100 mm.2. Check whether the exhaust air system has an open output outdoors or the on-site technical ventilation is ready for operation.

CAUTION–harmfulUVradiation!

Ifnoconnectionisinstalledbetweentheinstrumentandthecustomer’sexhaustairsystem,UVradiationmaybeemitted.UVradiationcancauseirritationtotheeye’sretinaandsurfaceoftheskin.Theinstrumentmayonlybeoperatedwithafunction-ingexhaustairsystem.

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6.8 SettinguptheInterface

Fig.29:The instrument is equipped with four interfaces for exchanging data with external systems.Networkconnection1:The test instrument can be integrated into a TCP-IP Eth-ernet network (see software documentation).Serialinterface2:The RS232 interface enables measured data to be output during an ongoing test program on a computer.USbinterface3:Data interface according to the USB 2 standard. Mea-sured data can be output to a computer via this interface during an ongoing test program. Only available with later software versions.Slot4 formemorycard5:For updating already installed instrument software, load-ing new test programs or downloading measuring and test data.The lightemittingdiode(LED)6 illuminates when data is transferred to the memory card. Do not remove the memory card from the slot while this light is illuminated

6.9 IncomingPowerConnection


Touchinglivepartscanleadtolifethreaten-ingelectricshocks.Checkplugsandpowercablesfordamagebeforeconnectingtotheincomingpower.Damagedpartsmaynotbeusedforelectricalconnection!

The Xenotest Beta+ FD is connected to an incoming volt-age of 400 V ± 10 %. The electrical connection is made by a PE contact plug, (3P/N/PE), CEE (32A, 5-pole, 6h). The electrical supply must be fused according to regulations.

Connectingandturningontheinstrument:1. Before connecting to the incoming power, check

whether the values of the power supply network of the operating rooms match the data in the technical data (see section 11).

2. If the data for voltage (V) and maximum current (A) do not match the instrument may not be connected.

3. Fig.30:Plug the PE plug 2 (on the back of the in-strument) into a properly grounded and fused socket.

4. Make sure that no stress or stain act on the power cables.

5. Fig.30:Turn the master switch 1 to position “I”.

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7Operation

7.1 MenuStructureoftheInstrumentControl

An overview of the menu structure for the program mod-ules and the corresponding submenus can be found in the software documentation.

7.2 OperatingtheTouchScreen

Functionunits:Fig.31:The instrument control is operated with a touch screen:

2 Function keys for activating the basic functions and arrow keys 1 for navigation in the menus,

3 Menu keys for activating the program modules and the corresponding menus,

4 Numeric block for entering parameter values.

Programmodules:The instrument is controlled by six program modules which can be accessed by the menu keys. Every program module is represented in the corresponding dialog window by a symbol 3. Meaning of the symbols:

Enter / change tests

Output data

Help Change settings

Display data User profiles

The program modules can be accessed at any time. The selected menu key is indicated in the display by the appropriate symbol C and a frame in the corresponding color of the symbol.

Screenlayout:The user menus are largely self-explanatory. Hints for possible user actions or work steps and information about the status of an initiated action, as well as general master information, are displayed in every dialog window:

5 Request for user actionB Hint for next possible, executable work steps6 Status bar with display:• Text information 7: Test running / interrupted / ended• Progress display 8 (during a test run)9 TimeA Date

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basicfunctions:Fig.32:Function keys 2 for controlling the basic func-tions:

b Confirm entry

m Cancel action or return to previous menu

t Start program run

n Interrupt program run

The arrow keys 1 serve to mark an entry in a dropdown menu:

o Move the cursor up

u Move the cursor down

l Move the cursor, scroll to the left

r Move the cursor, scroll to the right

Functions of the screen keyboard:3 First letter upper case, all others lower case (Abc).

Must be reactivated after setting a space.4 All letters written in upper case (AbC).5 Deletes all letters to the right of the cursor.6 Deletes all letters to the left of the cursor.

7.3SwitchingontheInstrument

Fig.33:The software control is initialized when switch-ing on the instrument with the main switch. The booting process is displayed by a start screen.

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7.4 StartingtheTestProgram

The program control of the Xenotest Beta+ FD enables access to:

• Own tests – test programs entered by the user. The following test conditions can be defined:

• alternately bright and dark, • controlled irradiance, • controlled BST, • controlled test chamber temperature.

• standards – factory pre-programmed, standard tests.

Selectandstarttestprograms,fig.34:1. The test input dialog window is shown in the display

1 after switching the instrument on.

2. Define configuration type 5 of the test. Select user-created or Atlas pre-programmed tests (customer test / standards).

3. Select test program 4: • Select the test program with the Up / Down

arrow keys 2.

4. Start test program:

• Press thetbutton.

5. Interrupt program run:

• Press thenbutton.

6. View the test overview: • Press arrow keys left/right 2.

NOTE–softwaredocumentation

The operation of the instrument control and the program-ming of the test programs are explained in the separate software documentation.

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7Operation

7.5 AdjustingtheXENOSENSIVSensor

In order to obtain reproducible test conditions, the XENOSENSIV sensor can be calibrated and adjusted using the instrument-independent sensors:

• The XENOCAL BB 300-400 sensor (ID no. 55007863) is used for calibrating the irradiance in the wave-length range from 300 to 400 nm,

• the XENOCAL BST sensor (ID no. 55007861) for adjusting the Black Standard Temperature,• the combi-sensor XenoCal BB 300-400 BST (ID no. 55007864) for both together.• the XENOCAL WB 300-800 (ID no. 55007866) for adjusting the irradiance in the wavelength range from

300 to 800 nm,• the combi-sensor XenoCal WB 300-800 BST (ID no. 55007875) for both together.

The irradiance and BST can be adjusted based on the measured data generated with these sensors.

NOTE–accessauthorization

The adjustment menu can only be opened by a logged-in user.

IdentifynewXENOSENSIVsensor:If a new XENOSENSIV sensor is entered into the instrument control as a control unit, all the existing adjustment data for the irradiance and BST are deleted.

1. Press NewXENOSENSIVswitch.2. Enter the serial number in the input box.3. Save the settings:

• Press the b key.

4. Confirm the security prompt: The existing irradiance and BST are deleted.

Adjustingtheirradiance:

1. Interrupt the test:

• Press the n key.

2. Insert the ready-to-measure XenoCal sensor in the sample rack in place of a sample holder.

3. Continue test (without dark phase):

• Press the t key.

4. Interrupt the test after about half an hour (the runtime should be at least 15 minutes).

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5. Take the XenoCal sensor out of the test chamber and read the measured irradiance value.6. Set Settings program module:

• Press the skey.

7. Select the following program functions in order: • Press the Adjustmentswitch, • Press the AdjustmentEswitch.

8. Enter the irradiance value read out with the XenoCal sensor in the input box. The old adjustment factor and the newly calculated adjustment factor are then shown in the display.

If the new factor is outside the range (below 0.8 or above 1.2) the XENOSENSIV should be sent to Atlas for recalibration.

9. Confirm the new adjustment factor:

• Press thebkey.

The adjusted test parameters should be calibrated (measured value check) after adjustment.

Adjustingtheblackstandardtemperature:

1. Interrupt the test:

• Press thenkey.

2. Insert the XenoCal BST sensor in the sample rack in place of a sample holder.

3. Continue test program (without dark phase):

• Press the t key.

4. Interrupt the test program after about three quarters of an hour (the runtime should be at least 45 minutes).

• Press thenkey.

5. Take the XenoCal BST sensor out of the test chamber and read out the measured temperature value.

6. Select the Settings menu:

• Press the skey.

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8. Enter the black standard temperature value, read out from the XenoCal BST sensor in the input box. The old adjustment factor and the newly calculated adjustment factor are then shown in the display.

If the new factor is outside the range (below 0.8 or above 1.2) the XENOSENSIV should be sent to Atlas for recalibration.

9. Confirm the new adjustment factor:

• Press the b key.

The adjusted test parameters should be calibrated (measured value check) after adjustment.

7.6 RegulationWithoutSensors

RegulationoftheirradiancewithoutXENOSENSIVsensor:If the instrument is operated without the XENOSENSIV sensor, regulation takes place according to relative power of the xenon lamp in the range from 53 to 120%. 100% lamp power corresponds to the nominal power of 2,200 VA. The control range 100 – 120% takes lamp ageing into account.

NOTE–operationwithoutsensor

If the Xenotest Beta+ FD is operated without the XENOSENSIV sensor, the terminating plug must be installed into the connecting socket (see sect. 6.6).


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7.7 TemperatureFields

The black standard temperature (BST) and the test chamber temperature (CHT) or the difference of both is very important for material testing:DT=bST-CHTThe two diagrams show the temperature field DTdepending on the irradiance for the different filter systems.The BST is regulated depending on the irradiance, test chamber temperature and selected filter system by the value of the fan speed. The setting range of the fan speed is between 800 and 2,500 rpm.

At maximum fan speed, minimum DT-values are possible; at minimum fan speed, maximum DT-values are pos-sible.Tolerances are possible in the idealized representation of the temperature fields.Fig.35:Temperature fields when using the XENOCHROME filter systems.

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7.8 NoteonImplementation

When working in accordance with quality management principles, test validation of the integration (implementa-tion) of the instrument into existing processes usually takes place first.

NOTE-validation(seealsoISO4892-1)

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8Shutdown

8.1 SwitchingOfftheInstrument

The instrument can be switched off at the end of or inter-ruption of a test program.

Switchoffattheendofthetestprogram:• Set the main switch to position “0” after the cool

down time.

Interruptthetestprogram,switchofftheinstrument:1. Interrupt program run

Press thenkey

2. Fig.36:Set the main switch to position “0” after the cool down time.

8.2 SwitchingOfftheInstrumentinanEmergency

Fig.36:Set the main switch to position “0”.

8.3 RemovingSamples


Thesamplesheatupconsiderablyduringatestprogramrun.Touchingthehotsamplescancauseburns.Wearglovestoremovethesamples!

Removesamples:1. Switch off the instrument.2. Open the door of the test chamber.3. Let the samples cool down sufficiently.4. Remove the sample holders from the rack.

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9Troubleshooting

9.1 ErrorMessageandRemedialMeasures

A detailed list of the error messages and remedial measures can be found in the software documentation for the Xenotest Beta+ FD.


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Maintenance

10.1 PreventiveMaintenance

The instrument must be inspected annually.The scope of the inspection includes especially:

• the protective components of the instrument• the functional capability of the program controller.

NOTE–warranty!

The manufacturer warrants the safety and correct functioning only on condition that:• inspection intervals are kept current,• all inspections are carried out by appropriately trained and qualified personnel or by an Atlas Technical

Service Representative

NOTE–servicepackage!

Atlas offers a service package specially adapted to the instrument which includes inspection, measuring service and calibration service.

10.2 Repair

Repair work may only be carried out by appropriately trained and qualified personnel or by the Atlas Technical Service Representative.Only original spare parts may be used to install or change instrument components.Atlas will accept no liability for instrument components or parts from third-party manufacturers.

NOTE–servicedocuments

Atlas can provide a full list of spare parts and other repair documents to qualified technical personnel on de-mand.

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10.3 Maintenance


Touchinglivepartscanleadtolifethreateningelectricshocks.Disconnecttheinstrumentfromthepowersupplybeforemaintenancework!•Turnofftheinstrumentatthemainswitch.•Pulltheelectricalplugoutofthesocketand

secureagainstreconnecting.•Checkwhethertheinstrumentisvoltage

free.

Fig.37:Removingandinstallingthelampcoolingairfilter:

1. Open the right instrument door 1 and turn the closing screws with a screwdriver.

2. Pull the filter 2 up out of the holder.3. Push the new filter mat into the holder.4. Close the instrument door again.

Cleaningtheairfilters:The air filters for lamp cooling and test chamber cooling must be cleaned every six months.Place the air filter in warm water with a little detergent and rinse well.In case of heavy soiling, first beat the filter mat, use com-pressed air to blow away debris and clean in water.

Changingtheairfilters:The filter must be replaced after cleaning twice.

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10.4 Cleaning

Cleaningthefiltersandglassparts:The special UV glass outer cylinder should be cleaned with a suitable laboratory glass cleaner and then rinsed with water.Wipe off the XENOCHROME filter set with a cloth moist-ened with a suitable laboratory glass cleaner.

NOTE–handlingthefilter

Residue from touching with fingers can burn into the filter plates and cause uneven irradiance.

• Wear clean cotton gloves to clean filters and glass components.

Cleaningthetestchamber:Clean with liquid stainless steel cleaners without chlorine compound additives.Rinse with distilled water to prevent cleaner residue from entering the water circuit.

Cleaningtheinstrumentsurface:

CAUTION–plasticsurfaces!

Partsoftheinstrumentsurfacearemadeofplastic.Solventscansoftenplasticsanddamagethem.Donotcleanthetopoftheinstrumentnorthecontrolunitwithsolventscontaininghydrocarbons.

Clean the instrument surface with a solution of warm water and mild detergent, wipe the surface clean and dry with a clean cloth.

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TechnicalData

Incomingpower:Incoming power connection: (3P/N/PE) AC, CEE (32A, 5-pole, 6h)Nominal voltage/frequency: 400 V ±10 %, 50/60 HzNominal current: 16ANominal power: max. approx. 12 kVANominal power of the xenon lamps: 2200 VAPower of the xenon lamps: max. 2780 VACurrent xenon lamps: max. 20ARelative electrical power: 53 – 120 %(without XENOSENSIV sensor)

Lightsource:Light source: Xenon lamp, air-cooledGuaranteed life: 1,500 hours

Testchamber:Available sample area: max. 4,000 cm2

(with 16 sample racks)CHT*: 15 °C – 70 °CBST*: 25 °C – 130 °CFan revolutions: 800 – 2,500 rpm

Coolingairrequirement:Lamp unit max. 200 m3/h

* The values depend on the age of the lamp and the test and labora-tory conditions.

11Interfaces:USB (only available with later software version)EthernetRS 232Memory chip

Datarecording:Download via RS 232 or memory cardHeat-sensitive printout with optional printout

Dimensionsandweight:Dimensions in cm: 90 x 200 x 210 (width x depth x height)Empty weight: approx. 400 kg(all empty reservoirs, etc.)

Noises:Noise level: 65 db(A)

Ambientconditions:Room temperature: max. 18 °C – 25 °CRelative humidity: max. 50 %

Laboratoryroomconditions:

Equipment with circulating air systemFresh air volume flow of at least 400 m3/hAir filtering with filter class EU 4 Dust-free

Rack Standard/Packaging bottlesWavelength Filter min max min max300 - 400 nm XENOCHROME 300 15 W/m2 120 W/m2 25 W/m2 200 W/m2

300 - 400 nm XENOCHROME 320 15 W/m2 75 W/m2 25 W/m2 140 W/m2

300 - 800 nm StoreLight 200 W/m2 950 W/m2 350 W/m2 950 W/m2


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Accessories

AccessoryXenotestbeta+FD Tab.4

Orderno. Designation QuantitySampleholder

56076543 „Standard“ sample holder setFor samples up to 10 mm thick, size: 310 x 80 mm 16

56076544 „Standard“ mask setwith opening width 9, 18 and 27 mm 16 each

56076699„Special“ sample holder set 3 segments16 racks with 3 sample segments eachSample size per segment: 100 x 68 mm up to 10 mm thick

16

56076700

„Special“ sample holder set 2 segments28 racks with 2 sample segments eachSample size per segment: 135 x 45 mm up to 10 mm thick with open read panelincl. retainer plates

28

56076919 „Special“ mask set 2 segment with opening width:9.18 and 27 mm 56 each

56052876 Sample holder cards 320 mm x 80 mm 100Sensors

55007863

XenoCal® BB 300-400Broad band sensor for calibration and data retrieval (via IBM-compat-ible PC) of irradiance W/m² and radiant exposure kJ/m² in the wave-length range 300 to 400 nm (UV).Instrument-specific adapter must be ordered separately.Scope of delivery:- Interface RS 232 and cable for data transmission- MS Windows compatible software XenoSoft® for menu-controlled

operation and data query- Lithium battery- Case

1

55007861

XenoCal® BSTTemperature sensor for electronic measurement, calibration and ad-justment of the black standard temperature at sample level, including a leak-proof, high temperature-resistant lithium battery 3.6 V; serial PC connecting cable, transport case, software. Instrument-specific adapter must be ordered separately.

1

55007866

XenoCal® WB 300-800Calibrated broadband sensor for calibration, adjustment and data retrieval (via IBM-compatible PC) of irradiance (W/m²) and radiant exposure (kJ/m²) at sample level in the wavelength range 300-800 nm (UV + visible light). Instrument-specific adapter must be ordered separately.Scope of delivery:- Interface RS 232 and cable for data transmission- MS Windows compatible software XenoSoft® for menu-controlled


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AccessoryXenotestbeta+FD Tab.5

Orderno. Designation QuantityCombi-sensor

55007864

XenoCal® BB 300-400 BSTCalibrated broadband sensor for data retrieval, calibration and adjust-ment (via IBM-compatible PC) of irradiance (W/m²) and radiant expo-sure (kJ/m²) in the wavelength range of 300 – 400 nm (UV), combined with calibrated black standard sensor for data retrieval, calibration and adjustment of the black standard temperature (°C); instrument-spe-cific adapter must be ordered separately.Scope of delivery:- Interface RS 232 and cable for data transmission- MS Windows compatible software XenoSoft® for menu-controlled


1

55007875

XenoCal® WB 300-800 BSTCalibrated broadband sensor for data retrieval, calibration and adjustment (via IBM-compatible PC) of irradiance (W/m²) and radiant exposure (kJ/m²) in the wavelength range of 300 – 800 nm (UV+Vis), combined with calibrated black standard sensor for data retrieval, calibration and adjustment of the black standard temperature (°C); instrument-specific adapter must be ordered separately.Scope of delivery:- Interface RS 232 and cable for data transmission- MS Windows compatible software XenoSoft® for menu-controlled


1

Adapter,suitableforallmeasuringsensors

56078631 Adapter for wide (80 mm) sample rack „Standard“(sensor rack plate wide) 1

56078637 Adapter for narrow (45 mm) sample rack (sensor rack plate narrow) 1

56052937 „Standard“ sample rack for holding adapter set (only necessary when using special „2-segment“ sample racks) 1

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WearingParts

Wearingparts Tab.6

Orderno. Designation Quantity Life(h)56050886 Sealing ring 356050908 Ignition diode 156052340 Gasket 156055232 Battery CR 2032 1 3 (years)56052871 Outer cylinder special UV glass 1 15 00056052878 Filter glass, Xenochrome 300 1 25 00056052879 Filter glass, Xenochrome 320 1 25 00056078985 Outer cylinder StoreLight 1 25 00056052940 Air filter, door right 1056052952 Gasket, segment 356052993 Set xenon lamps NXE 2200 3 1 50056076400 Xenon lamp NXE 2200 1 1 500

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