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TGA701
Thermogravimetric
Analyzer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Software Version 1.3x
Part Number 200-287
August 2008
1 Introduction ...............................................................................13
Illustrations .................................................................................16
Software License ..........................................................................19
Warranty .................................................................................. 113
Warning and Caution Symbols...................................................... 115
Interference to Other Devices ...................................................... 116
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................ 117
Accessing the Manual.................................................................. 118
About this Manual ...................................................................... 119
Equipment Packages................................................................... 120
Options..................................................................................... 121
Components and Accessories List ................................................. 122
Thermocouple Certificate of Compliance ........................................ 123
Specifications ............................................................................ 124
Facility Requirements.................................................................. 126
2 Installation ................................................................................21
Illustrations .................................................................................22
Installing Instrument ....................................................................23
Dual Instrument Installation ........................................................ 212
International Installation ............................................................. 217
3 Option Installation .....................................................................31
External Blower............................................................................33
Installing External Balance.............................................................36
4 System Setup .............................................................................41
Getting Started with the Software...................................................45
Software Main Window ..................................................................46
Configuring Spreadsheet ............................................................. 414
System Configuration ................................................................. 425
Configuring System for Sound Indicators ....................................... 432
Export Formats .......................................................................... 433
Introduction TGA701 13
Transmission Format .................................................................. 439
Export Buffer Format .................................................................. 444
Selecting Language .................................................................... 445
Sample Templates...................................................................... 446
Configuring User Defined Fields .................................................... 447
Determining User Permissions ...................................................... 452
Managing Databases................................................................... 455
5 Operation ...................................................................................51
Instrument Controls .....................................................................53
Analysis Overview ........................................................................54
Methods......................................................................................55
Method Equation Examples .......................................................... 513
Standards ................................................................................. 514
Calibration ................................................................................ 518
Logging In a Sample................................................................... 526
Analyze a Sample Using Internal Balance....................................... 528
Analyze a Sample Using Preweighed Crucibles ................................ 530
Determining Sample Filters.......................................................... 534
Configuring Report before Printing ................................................ 538
Printing from the Software........................................................... 541
Import Data .............................................................................. 542
Export Data............................................................................... 543
Export Buffers............................................................................ 544
Transfer Export and Import ......................................................... 545
Backing Up and Restoring Data .................................................... 547
Data Transmit............................................................................ 549
Turning Off Instrument ............................................................... 550
6 Maintenance...............................................................................61
Periodic Maintenance ....................................................................63
Fan Filters ...................................................................................66
Cleaning Furnace .........................................................................67
Cleaning Crucibles ........................................................................68
Viewing Log File ...........................................................................69
7 Theory of Operation ...................................................................71
Illustrations .................................................................................72
Theory of Operation......................................................................73
8 Diagnostics ................................................................................81
Ambients ....................................................................................83
Solenoids and Switches .................................................................88
Network......................................................................................89
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Communications ........................................................................ 811
Systems Check .......................................................................... 813
9 Service .......................................................................................91
Installing Software .......................................................................93
Configuring the Ethernet Connection ............................................. 910
Configuring Firewall Settings........................................................ 915
Upgrading Software .................................................................... 918
Registering the Software ............................................................. 919
Hardware Calibration .................................................................. 923
Balance Adjustment.................................................................... 928
Balance Test.............................................................................. 931
Carousel ................................................................................... 933
Furnace .................................................................................... 937
Over Temperature Switch Reset ................................................... 942
Thermocouple............................................................................ 943
Smartline ................................................................................ 946
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 952
10 Illustrations .............................................................................101
11 Schematics ...............................................................................111
Illustrations ............................................................................... 112
TGA701 Cabinet Schematics Part List ............................................ 113
12 Index .......................................................................................131
Introduction TGA701 15
Illustrations
Figure 1-1 Facility Requirements .................................................... 126
Figure 1-2 Wiring Diagram ............................................................ 126
Figure 2-1 PC Tower Configuration.................................................. 27
Figure 2-2 Upper Pneumatic Actuator Coupling Screws ...................... 210
Figure 2-3 Ethernet Switch ............................................................ 214
Figure 3-1 Balance Control Panel .................................................... 37
Figure 5-1 Actuator Button Location................................................ 53
Figure 7-1 Flow Diagram ............................................................... 75
Figure 9-1 Copy Protection Key ...................................................... 921
Figure 10-1 Reference Card ........................................................... 103
Figure 10-2 Front View Balance Removed ........................................ 104
Figure 10-3 Left Side Balance Removed........................................... 104
Figure 10-4 AnalyzerRight Side View ............................................ 105
Figure 10-5 Furnace Open with Carousel.......................................... 106
Figure 10-6 Carousel Location ........................................................ 107
Figure 10-7 Pedestal Location in Furnace ......................................... 107
Figure 10-8 Furnace Thermocouple Installation................................. 108
Figure 10-9 Top Furnace CoverInternal View ................................. 108
Figure 10-10 Instrument Rear View ................................................ 109
Figure 10-11 Furnace CoverRear View .......................................... 1010
Figure 10-12 Internal View ............................................................ 1011
Figure 10-13 IndexerFront View .................................................. 1011
Figure 10-14 Internal View AIndexer ............................................ 1012
Figure 10-15 IndexerRear View ................................................... 1012
Figure 10-16 IndexerInternal View............................................... 1013
Figure 10-17 Over Temperature SwitchLocation ............................. 1014
Figure 10-18 Over Temperature SwitchReset Button....................... 1014
Figure 10-19 Balance Assembly...................................................... 1015
Figure 10-20 Flow Manifold Assembly.............................................. 1016
Figure 10-21 External Blower Motor ................................................ 1017
Figure 10-22 Lift Cover Cylinder (Part Number 621-060) ................... 1018
Figure 10-23 Flow Manifold Assembly (Part Number 621-176) ............ 1019
Figure 10-24 AC Power Distribution Panel (Part Number 621-025)....... 1020
Figure 10-25 Indexer/Lifter Assembly (Part Number 621-196) ............ 1021
Figure 10-26 Distribution Assembly (Part Number 621-282) ............... 1022
Figure 10-27 Top Level Base Assembly............................................ 1023
Figure 10-28 Lower Divider Plate Assembly ...................................... 1024
Figure 10-29 Gas Panel Assembly (Part Number 621-123) ................. 1025
Figure 10-30 Upper Top Level Assembly .......................................... 1026
Figure 11-1 150-990 Cabinet Schematics1 of 5.............................. 114
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Figure 11-2 150-990 Cabinet Schematics2 of 5.............................. 115
Figure 11-3 150-990 Cabinet Schematics3 of 5.............................. 116
Figure 11-4 150-990 Cabinet Schematics4 of 5.............................. 117
Figure 11-5 150-990 Cabinet Schematics5 of 5.............................. 118
Figure 11-6 External Blower........................................................... 119
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Software License
I. Definitions
"Licensed Software" shall mean the software supplied with this
Software License, which is software developed and distributed by
LECO.
"Instruction Manual" shall mean a guide describing the use and
operation of the Licensed Software, together with any related
supporting documentation.
"Licensee" shall mean and include any of the Licensee's divisions and
departments within Licensee's organization, but shall not include
wholly or partially owned subsidiaries, affiliates, successors or assigns,
or independent third parties.
Introduction TGA701 19
In accepting the license granted by LECO, Licensee agrees that it shall
not:
1. transfer or allow transfer of copies of the Licensed Software to any
other party including any wholly or partially owned subsidiaries,
affiliates, successors, or assigns without the express consent of LECO;
2. use the Licensed Software on more than one (1) CPU at any one
time;
3. cause or permit unauthorized copying, reproduction, or disclosure of
any portion of the Licensed Software or Instruction Manual or the
distribution of any part thereof to any third person or entity, for any
purpose whatsoever. This restriction shall continue to bind Licensee
and its agents beyond the termination of this Software License; or
4. attempt to disassemble modify, or reverse engineer the Licensed
Software;
5. attempt to defeat or defeat the copy-protection mechanism;
6. attempt to or access features not purchased.
VII. Confidentiality
All information and materials regarding the software, provided to
Licensee by LECO which are not generally known in the trade are
confidential, are proprietary, and such information and materials are
furnished solely for the use of Licensee under this Software License.
Licensee agrees not to use or disclose any such information or material
otherwise without prior written consent from LECO and Licensee
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otherwise necessary to protect the confidentiality of all such
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termination of this Software License, and Licensee agrees to return all
such information and materials to LECO upon request or any non-
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benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and
assigns, provided that Licensee shall not have any right to assign its
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of law or otherwise) without the prior written consent of LECO.
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remedy hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any
single or partial exercise of any such right, power or remedy preclude
any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right,
power or remedy.
Notice
The warranty on LECO equipment remains valid only when
genuine LECO replacement parts are employed. Since LECO has
no control over the quality or purity of consumable products not
manufactured by LECO, the specifications for accuracy of results using
LECO instruments are not guaranteed unless genuine LECO
consumables are employed in conjunction with LECO instruments. If
purchaser defaults in making payment for any parts or equipment, this
warranty shall be void and shall not apply to such parts and
equipment. No late payment or cure of default in payment shall extend
the warranty period provided herein.
LECO Corporation is not responsible for damage to any associated
instruments, equipment, or apparatus nor will LECO be held liable for
loss of profit or other special damages resulting from abuse, neglect,
or use in disregard of instructions. The Buyer, their employees,
agents, and successors in interest assume all risks and liabilities for
the operation, use, and/or misuse of the product(s) described herein
and agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the seller from any
and all claims and actions arising from any cause whatsoever,
including seller's negligence for personal injury incurred in connection
Caution
The instrument should be operated only by technically qualified
individuals who have fully read and understand these instructions. The
instrument should be operated only in accordance with these
instructions.
The operator should follow all of the warnings and cautions set forth in
the manual and the operator should follow and employ all applicable
standard laboratory safety procedures.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
Regulations. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following methods:
Reorient or relocate the radio or television receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the radio
or television receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that which the radio or television receiver is currently
connected.
Consult the radio or television dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
Product Options: This Declaration covers all options of the above product.
Supplementary Information:
The product herewith displaying the CE marking complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage di rective
73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
European contact:
Your local LECO Sales and Service Office or LECO Europe B.V., Vouersweg 118, 6161 AG Geleen, The
Netherlands, +31 46 4747473 tel +31 46 4747333 fax
Use Bookmarks
After opening the pdf document, click the Bookmarks tab located on
the left side of the screen to access a tree that displays main section
headings. Click a heading to go immediately to the corresponding
section. If a + appears next to a chapter or section, click on it to
display more section headings.
Use Find
Click Edit and then Find on the menu bar to display a search box
where you can enter a word or phrase. Each time you click Next, the
software will highlight the next occurrence of the word or phrase in the
manual. Find is most useful when the word or phrase is used
infrequently in the manual.
Use Search
Click Edit and then click Search on the Menu bar to display a side bar
with a search box. Enter the desired word or phrase and each
occurrence of the word or phrase in context will display in the Results
area. Search makes it easier to find words or phrases that occur
several times in the manual. Search also provides the ability to search
words or phrases in several pdf documents, if applicable. To search the
instruction manual only, select the Search this Pdf Document Only
check box.
Use Links
In the manual, text or a page number highlighted in blue provides a
direct link to the associated topic. In the Index, click on the page
number to go directly to the associated topic.
The screen shots used throughout the manual are examples only and
may or may not be applicable to specific procedures.
Chapter 1, Introduction, page 13, describes general information
including safety guidelines and warranty terms. This chapter also
provides information about parts and accessories.
Chapter 2, Installation, page 21, describes hardware setup and
connection.
Chapter 3, Option Installation, page 31, describes the options
available for the instrument.
Chapter 4, System Setup, page 41, describes starting and
navigating the software and setting operating parameters.
Chapter 5, Operation, page 51, describes the procedures to analyze
samples.
Chapter 6, Maintenance, page 61, describes procedures to perform
on a regular basis to improve the instruments performance and life
span.
Chapter 7, Theory of Operation, page 71, describes the theory of
operation for the instrument.
Chapter 8, Diagnostics, page 81, describes how to monitor the
instrument to ensure proper operation.
Chapter 9, Service, page 91, describes service procedures. Contact
the LECO Service Department for further information.
Chapter 10, Illustrations, page 101, provides illustrations and
photographs that can assist with procedures and location of parts.
Chapter 11, Schematics, page 111, provides diagrams of circuit
boards and wiring.
Chapter 12, Glossary, page 121 provides definitions of terms.
Chapter 13, Index, page 131, provides page numbers for topics
throughout the manual. In the electronic manual available through the
software, the page numbers in the index provide a hyperlink to the
corresponding topic.
Items listed below are repeated throughout this manual and are
subject to revision. Please consult the packing slip received with the
instrument.
For a complete listing of kits and packages, refer to Components and
Accessories List, page 122.
604-100-7op
259-043-CPK Software Kit with Key
259-043UPGR Software Kit Upgrade
501-291 Oxygen Regulator
502-335 Foil Crucible Liner (500/pk)
502-452 Standard 1% Green Sulfur Petroleum Coke Reference Material
529-048 Crucibles Cover Large, Ceramic, Glazed (5/pk)
614-442 Large Crucible Turntable
615-763 Smartline Modem Kit
619-611 Grinder Assembly 110V
619-612 Grinder Assembly 230V
619-995 Bar Code Reader
621-136 4" Exhaust Kit
621-145 Magnetic Switch
621-192 Add on 15-Inch Monitor
621-225 115V External Blower Kit
621-263 230V External Blower Kit
621-285 Exhaust Kit Upgrade
621-331 Large Glazed Crucibles
621-353 Exhaust Furnace Adapter Upgrade Kit (SN3564/down)
621-354 4-inch Furnace Exhaust Kit (SN3564/down)
621-362 Installation Qualification Kit
621-363 Operation Qualification Kit
621-370 USB to Ethernet Conversion
621-371 USB to Ethernet Conversion - Dual
621-433 56K Modem
621-434-110 Deskjet Printer HP6940
621-435 HP6940 Color Printer Cartridge
621-436 HP6940 Black Printer Cartridge
764-216 Helium Regulator
766-036 Pneumatic Regulator
776-978 Glass Sample Scoop
777-046 Heat-Resistant Glove
This section provides the Certificate of Compliance for the following part numbers:
621-183
621-184
621-185
V~ denotes VAC.
209-149-001 5/08-REV3
Specifications and part numbers may change. Consult LECO for latest information.
COUNTER TOP *
OPTIONAL PC
PRINTER TOWER
22-inches
TGA-701 (56 cm)
MONITOR
KEYBOARD
63-inches
(160 cm)
FLOOR
* 22-inches *
(56 cm)
62-inches to 80-inches
(157 cm to 203 cm)
Figure 1-1
Facility Requirements
PLUG BROWN
BROWN T
POWER Y Y
115 V~ GREEN/YELLOW GREEN/
GROUND G G YELLOW G W
230 V~ 115 V~
POWER X X BLUE
W W X
BLUE
CHASSIS
(CABINET)
RECEPTACLE GROUND
Figure 1-2
Wiring Diagram
Illustrations .................................................................................22
Installing Instrument ....................................................................23
Setting Up the Analyzer............................................................23
Connecting Gas Supplies ..........................................................24
Connecting Ventilation System ..................................................24
Installing Computer System ......................................................25
Installing Balance, Pedestal, and Carousel...................................28
Dual Instrument Installation ........................................................ 212
International Installation ............................................................. 217
Installation TGA701 21
Illustrations
22 TGA701 Installation
Installing Instrument
A male plug and a female receptacle are supplied for the power
cord. If other types of connectors are used, follow the wire
diagram. Refer to Figure 1-2, page 126.
3. Connect the AC power cord to facility power.
Installation TGA701 23
Connecting Gas Supplies
All gasses should be dry and oil-free. Refer to Specifications, page
124, for additional information.
1. Remove the cap plugs from the nitrogen, oxygen, and pneumatic
connections on the rear of the analyzer.
2. Connect the nitrogen supply as explained below:
A. Attach the nitrogen connector to the nitrogen regulator on
the nitrogen supply.
B. Attach the other end of the connector to the Nitrogen In
connection on the rear panel of the analyzer. Refer to
Figure 1-1, page 126.
C. Set the nitrogen gas supply to 35 psi (2.41 bar).
3. Connect the oxygen supply as explained below:
A. Attach the oxygen connector to the oxygen regulator on the
oxygen supply.
B. Attach the other end of the connector to the Oxygen In
connection on the rear panel of the analyzer. Refer to
Figure 1-1, page 126.
C. Set the oxygen gas supply to 35 psi (2.41 bar).
4. Connect the pneumatic supply as explained below:
A. Attach the pneumatic connector to the pneumatic regulator
on the pneumatic supply.
B. Attach the other end of the connector to the Pneu In
connection on the rear panel of the analyzer. Refer to
Figure 1-1, page 126.
C. Set the pneumatic gas supply to 45 psi (3.10 bar).
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Connecting External Exhaust
Certain moisture-only applications may not require a 4-in. exhaust.
Refer to Moisture-Only Application, page 25, for additional
information.
1. Install the four hexagon standoffs in the mounting holes located
around the exhaust blower on the right side panel. Refer to Figure
10-4, page 105.
2. Secure the 4-in. transition duct to the standoffs.
3. Securely attach the 4-in. exhaust tubing to the exhaust port on
the right side of the analyzer using the adjustable ring clamp.
4. Securely attach the loose end of the 4-in. exhaust tubing to an
external exhaust line using the adjustable ring clamp.
When using the 3-in. exhaust duct, the 4-in. transition duct and the
four hexagon standoffs are not required.
Installation TGA701 25
POSSIBLE INSTRUMENT DAMAGE
Do not turn on the computer, monitor, or optional printer
until instructed to do so.
4. Place the keyboard in position and then connect the keyboard
cable to the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
5. Place the mouse in position and then connect the mouse cable to
the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
6. For the monitor, refer to the user guide supplied with the monitor
to attach the monitor cable to the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1,
page 27.
7. (Optional) For the printer, refer to the user guide supplied with
the printer to attach the printer cable to the PC tower. For printer
part number and ordering information, refer to Options, page
121, for additional information.
8. If the computer system was purchased from LECO as part of the
TGA701 package, then the application software, database, and
furnace parameter tables have already been loaded into the
computer system. If the computer system was not purchased
from LECO, refer to Installing Software, page 93.
9. For an Ethernet connection, refer to Configuring the Ethernet
Connection, page 910.
10. Connect the computer system to facility power. It is strongly
recommended that all the components of the computer system
are connected to the same outlet and that a surge protector is
used for the computer system.
11. Connect the copy protection key to the PC tower. Refer to Figure
2-1, page 27. The software must have been installed before the
copy protection key is connected.
12. Connect the communications cable, either Ethernet (part number
620-682) or USB, for the instrument. Refer to Figure 2-1, page
27.
13. Double click the TGA701 desktop icon to open the TGA701
software. Chapter 4, System Setup, page 41, provides more
information about using the software.
14. The software main window will appear. Refer to Software Main
Window, page 46, for further information about using the
software. An alarm message will appear until the balance,
pedestal, and carousel are installed. Refer to Installing Balance,
Pedestal, and Carousel, page 28.
15. Turn on the TGA701 using the On/Off switch. Refer to Figure
10-4, page 105.
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1 Power Cord
USB Connections for
2
Mouse and Keyboard
Additional USB
Connections, typically
one of these USB
3 connections is used for
the copy protection key
(not shown) or a TGA701
USB connection.
Printer Connection (not
4
shown)
5 Monitor Connection
Serial Connection
(typically used for the
6 external balance option
when using preweighed
crucibles)
Ethernet Connection for
7
TGA701
Ethernet Connection (not
8
used for TGA701)
Figure 2-1
PC Tower Configuration
Installation TGA701 27
Installing Balance, Pedestal, and Carousel
Refer to Balance Adjustment, page 928, if the original balance has
been replaced or if the factory settings have been altered.
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6. Place the pedestal through the front hole in the bottom of the
lower oven and through the ceramic pedestal shield, located near
the front of lower furnace, until the pedestal rests on the balance
pedestal support. Refer to Figure 10-7, page 107.
7. Locate the Carousel Home position of the pneumatic actuator.
Refer to Figure 10-15, page 1012.
A. Ensure that the analyzer and computer system are on.
B. Activate the TGA701 software.
C. Press the F9 Home key on the toolbar.
Installation TGA701 29
Figure 2-2
Upper Pneumatic Actuator Coupling Screws
The dual instrument procedure should be used when the Dual TGA701
Thermogravimetric Analyzer package (TGA701D4C Package), page
120, was purchased. For installation outside the U.S.A., also refer to
International Installation, page 217, for additional information.
15. Double-click the TGA701 desktop icon to start the software. The
Instruments dialog box to configure the software for dual
instruments should appear. If this dialog box does not appear,
close the software and reopen it using the Configuration
Management selection on the TGA701 software management
menu. For instructions to access this menu, refer to TGA701
Software Management Menu, page 45.
16. The network address for the connected instrument should appear
in the Instruments dialog box. If no instruments appear in the
Instruments dialog box, click Add All. If instruments still do not
appear, refer to Installing Computer System, page 25, to verify
the instruments are connected and turned on.
17. Obtain the serial number from the back of the instrument, enter
this information into the Serial Number column, and then hit
Enter on the keyboard. A database name will appear in the
Database column. If you want to assign a different database to
this instrument, then enter the database name. For example if
the serial number is 3334, then the Database name would be
Database3334. LECO recommends that the default database
name be used.
18. The software main window will appear. Refer to Software Main
Window, page 46 for further information about using the
software. An alarm message will appear until the balance,
pedestal, and carousel are installed. Connect the balance,
pedestal, and carousel after the second instrument has been
connected.
19. Verify the correct instrument has been connected by clicking F7
25. Obtain the serial number from the back of the other instrument,
enter this information into the Serial Number column, and then
hit Enter on the keyboard. A database name will appear in the
Database column. If you want to assign a different database to
this instrument, then enter the database name. For example if
the serial number is 3334, then the Database name would be
Database3334. LECO recommends that the default database
name be used.
External Blower............................................................................33
Maintenance ...........................................................................34
Periodic Maintenance Schedule .............................................34
Performing External Blower Filter Maintenance........................35
Installing External Balance.............................................................36
Prepare the External Balance ....................................................36
Set the External Balance ..........................................................36
Check External Balance Parameters ...........................................37
Test the External Balance .........................................................37
Maintenance
Figure 3-1
Balance Control Panel
The main window for the TGA701 software displays the Menu bar,
spreadsheet, results display, and plot. The Toolbar and Status bar will
display if enabled on the View menu, page 49.
Sample filters can be created to determine which sample results are
displayed in the spreadsheet. For example, sample results can be
grouped by method or by analysis date. For further information about
filters, refer to Determining Sample Filters, page 534.
The Title bar identifies the software and provides the buttons to
minimize, maximize, and close the software main window. The title bar
also identifies the filter that is currently applied. In the illustration
above, this filter is All Samples. Refer to Determining Sample Filters,
page 534.
The Menu bar, page 48, provides menus that display commands to
perform varous functions in the software.
The Toolbar provides quick access to frequently used functions. Refer
to Toolbar, page 412.
The Spreadsheet displays information about samples. The columns
displayed in the spreadsheet will vary, depending on the columns
designated as visible. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 416, for
further information. The Analysis Date column has three display types:
aborted, date/time, and analyzing. When the analysis completes, the
date and time of analysis will display. When the analysis is aborted,
Aborted displays.
The Plot displays a graph of the weight loss versus time and furnace
temperature versus time. The reporting units that display in the plot
can be changed using the Elements dialog box. Refer to Configuring
Plot, page 420.
A point sensitive ToolTip will display in the plot when the cursor is
held at a point on a plot line.
Menu Bar
Click on any title on the Menu Bar to access a menu. The following
section explains the commands for each menu available from the Menu
bar.
Database Menu
When Read Only appears in the title bar, a Presentation Time is
currently active or the user is viewing a log archive database. A log
archive database will also have the database path name on the title
bar.
Print - Opens the Report Settings dialog box to
configure printed report of sample results.
Print Preview - Used to access the Report
Settings dialog box in order to preview how
selected samples will print on the system
printer. Print Preview provides access to the
Report Settings dialog box. Refer to Configure
Analysis Report before Printing, page 538.
Print Setup - Used to access the Print Setup
dialog box in order to configure the system
printer settings.
Presentation Time - Refer to Database Menu,
page 466.
View History - Refer to Database Menu, page
466.
Archive Log - Refer to Database Menu, page
466.
Size - Displays the size of the database.
Exit - Click to close the software.
View Menu
Toolbar - The Toolbar command toggles the toolbar
off or on. A 9 indicates the toolbar is displayed in the
main window. Refer to Toolbar, page 412, for
additional information.
Status Bar - The Status Bar command toggles the
status bar off or on. A 9 indicates the status bar is
displayed in the main window. Refer to Using the
Status Bar, page 413, for additional information.
Balance - Click Balance to display a representation of
the current sample weight during sample loading.
Refer to Viewing Balance, page 423.
Carousel - Click Carousel to display a representation
of the carousel. Refer to Viewing Carousel, page
424.
First Row - Click First Row to select the first row of
data in the spreadsheet.
Analysis Row - Click Analysis Row to select the row
of the sample to be analyzed.
Last Row - Click Last Row to select the last row of
data in the spreadsheet.
Maintenance Menu
Login - Refer to Resetting Maintenance Counters, page
64.
View Log File - Refer to View File Log, page 69.
Help Menu
About TGA701 - Displays information about the
instrument such as the Customer Name, Serial
Number, Software Version, Software Release
Date, and Copyright information.
Information and Help F1 - Accesses the
electronic version of this instruction manual.
Toolbar
Toolbar
Action
Button
F3 Login Creates a new entry in the sample pane.
Starts the analysis for the first batch of unanalyzed
F5 Analyze
sample.
Enters the weight from the external balance into the
F4 Balance
spreadsheet. Used with preweighed crucibles.
F6 Abort Stops the current analysis.
F7 Cover Raises and lowers the furnace cover.
F8 Carousel Rotates the carousel by one position.
F9 Home Locates the carousel home position.
Click to access a pdf (portable document file) of this
F1 Info
instruction manual.
Status Bar
Function
Segment
Deleting Samples
Delete removes a selected sample or samples from the spreadsheet. If
logging was enabled when the database was created, refer to Archive
Log, page 468. When deleting a number of older samples from the
database, it is better to create an Archive Log File. Refer to Add a
Connection to Adding a Connection to a Log Archive Database, page
469.
1. On the main spreadsheet, select the sample to be deleted by
clicking on the row number to the left of the sample.
2. From the Samples menu, click Delete. The Delete Selected
Sample dialog box is displayed asking "Are you sure you want to
delete the selected samples?"
3. Click Yes to delete; click No to cancel.
Modifying Columns
The following section explains how to change the columns that display
in a table or spreadsheet.
To display a column, select it in Invisible Fields and then click Show or
double click on the desired column in Invisible Fields.
To remove a column from display, select it in Visible Fields and then
click Hide or double click on the desired column in Visible Fields.
Click Default to restore the column that are preset to display in the
software, if desired. Default is not available on all Fields tabs.
Enter a value, if desired, in the Locked Columns entry box to lock the
leftmost columns so that these columns are always displayed when
scrolling left or right on the spreadsheet. For example, if 4 is entered
in the locked columns entry box, the first four columns listed in Visible
Fields will always display when either scroll arrow at the bottom of the
screen is clicked. Locked columns is not available on all Fields tabs.
Modifying Font
The following section explains how to configure the font that displays
in a table or in the plot.
Recalculating Results
Click Recalculate to adjust the results of a previously analyzed sample
based on a new calibration.
1. Select the samples to be recalculated.
2. From the Samples menu, click Recalculate. A dialog box is
displayed verifying the results should be recalculated.
3. Click Yes to recalculate. The samples are automatically
recalculated. Click No to cancel recalculation.
In the Sign dialog box, System displays the name assigned to the
computer that identifies the computer on a network.
User displays the name of the user logged onto the Windows
Operating System.
Date and Time display the date and time the signature was
applied to the sample.
Local or UT will be checked depending on the selection made for
the presentation time. Refer to Presentation Time, page 466.
3. For Name, enter the name of the person applying the signature to
the sample.
4. For Description, enter information to help identify the sample, if
desired.
Labeling Points
When selected, points on the plot are labeled to show the order in
which they were selected from the Spreadsheet.
To label points on the plot,
1. Select multiple samples in the Spreadsheet.
2. Click in the desired plot.
Displaying Statistics
When Statistics is checked, the plotted result curves change to plotted
result points. A point is displayed for each sample and represents the
peak concentration. To enable or disable statistics,
1. Select multiple samples from the spreadsheet.
2. Click in the desired plot and select Statistics from the menu.
Showing Plot
1. If the Elements tab is not already displayed, right click in the plot
and then select Properties.
2. Select the desired plot from the Hidden Plots selection box by
clicking on it once.
3. Click Show. The plot will move to the Visible Plots Selection box.
4. Click OK.
Hiding Plot
1. If the Elements tab is not already displayed, right click in the plot
and then select Properties.
2. Select the desired plot from the Visible Plots selection box by
clicking on it once.
3. Click Hide. The element will move to the Hidden Plots selection
box.
4. Click OK.
Spreadsheet Procedures
Navigating Spreadsheet
The spreadsheet can contain numerous rows and columns, so the
following commands can be used to easily navigate the data in the
spreadsheet. To access these commands, right click on either the
column scroll bar to page through the columns or the row scroll bar to
page through the rows.
Resizing Columns
Columns can be sized to properly display sample data. The grid cells
can be resized by selecting one side of the column title frame and
dragging the frame to the desired size. Double clicking on the divider
line between the columns sizes the column to the largest entry.
Columns can be sized automatically to the width of each cell in order
to accommodate the text inside the cell. From the Configuration menu,
click Auto Widths. The columns are automatically adjusted.
Entering Text
Text can be entered and edited right in the spreadsheet by either
entering data or selecting data from a list. Analysis results, however,
cannot be edited.
Viewing Balance
The Balance display allows the user to monitor the amount of sample
that is being loaded into a crucible. To access the Balance display, click
Balance on the View menu.
The Balance display will show a target mass for a sample that is based
on the specified minimum weight and maximum weight values. Refer
to the System tab, page 425, for further information.
System Tab
1. From the Configuration menu, click System. The System
Configuration dialog box will display.
Equation Defined as
Value
cvi,j The current comparator value for
sample j
minitial,j The initial sample weight for sample j
mstep,j The weight loss for sample j for the
current method step
mi-1,j The preceding sample weight for sample
j
mi,j The current sample weight for sample j
D. For Minimum Weight, enter the minimum sample weight
allowed for an analysis.
E. For Maximum Weight, enter the maximum sample weight
allowed for an analysis.
Balance Instability
In most cases, balance instability is the result of trying to initiate the
next analysis before the furnace has completely cooled or reached
equilibrium. When the next analysis is initiated, the cover closes and
residual heat from the furnace will cause the furnace temperature to
increase and cause a balance instability. Balance instability can also be
the result of warm-up times associated with a balance and ambient
temperatures inside the instrument. Most modern analytical balances
have an auto zero feature built into the software that will maintain a
zero reading in the absence of user intervention. In the TGA701, this
feature is disabled since it is necessary to know the balance drift so
that it can be corrected during the course of the analysis. The Internal
Balance tab can be used to set the maximum zero deviation. Refer to
Internal Balance Tab, page 427.
1. For Port, click the arrow and select the port location from the list.
Default is COM2.
2. For Baud Rate, click the arrow and select the baud rate from the
list. Default is 1200 bps.
3. For Data Bits, click the arrow and select the number of data bits
from the list. Default is 7.
4. For Parity, click the arrow and select either odd or even. Default
is Even.
5. For Stop Bits, click the arrow and select either 1 or 2 from the
list. Default is 1.
6. For Readability, click the arrow and select 4, 5, or 6 from the list.
7. For Balance Mode, click the arrow and select either Normal or
Disabled from the list. Select Normal when a balance is connected
to system. Select Disabled when a balance is not connected to
system.
Balance Mode Settings
Very Stable: Operation in very stable conditions
Stable: Operation in normal conditions
Unstable: Operation in unstable conditions
Very unstable: Operation in very unstable conditions
Audible Alarm
To select an audible alarm to sound when an error occurs, from the
Configuration menu, select System, and then select the Sound Alarm
on Errors check box. When the check box is cleared, an alarm will not
sound for an error.
Audible Sounds
The TGA701 has an audible sound indicator when the lid opens or
closes, when it is time to load a sample, and when it is time to add or
remove crucible covers.
Filename Tab
Use the Filename tab to configure the file for the export.
1. For Filename, enter a name for the file or select an existing file by
clicking Browse.
2. Determine how the software will handle the file by selecting one
of the following check boxes:
Select Append to File, and the highlighted sample analysis data
will be attached to the previously saved file.
Select Automatically Increment Filename, and if the last
characters in the filename contain numbers, they will
automatically be incremented by one when the file is saved.
Select Prompt for Filename, and the export filename dialog box
will display and prompt the operator to enter a filename.
Fields Tab
Use the commands on the Fields tab to determine the information that
is exported.
Delimiters Tab
A delimiter is a character that separates fields of data. Use the
parameters on this tab to configure the display of the exported data.
1. Select the XML Format check box, and the data will display in XML
format.
2. Select the Column Headers check box, and the data will be
organized under column headers.
Automation Tab
Select the Automatically Export Each New Analysis check box, and
each new analysis will export after analysis has completed.
Select the Advanced tab to enter and modify the fields that are
exported. The Advanced tab provides almost the same function as the
Fields and Preview tabs except that in the Advanced tab, export
information can be changed directly in the Export Format box. When
export information is changed using the Advanced tab, the Fields tab
and Preview tab automatically update.
To add a field to the Export Format, select the desired field from the
Fields selection box and then select Add Field to Transmit Format. The
field appears in the Export Format selection box.
To change the export format, select in the Export Format dialog box
and enter new information. To add a field to the Export Format, select
the desired field from the Fields selection box and then select Add Field
to Transmit Format. The field appears in the Export Format selection
box.
Numeric Field Formatting allows you to quickly enter number
formatting for all of the fields selected for export. Number Width
specifies the number of characters that will appear in the number
format and Precision specifies the number of places that display after
the decimal point.
To change these values, just enter a new value in the box for Precision
and/or for Width and then select Set to display the format in the
Export Format area. For example if 8 is entered for Number Width and
3 is entered for Number Precision, 8.3 will display for each field with
numeric value results in the Export Format area as shown below.
Select Remove to remove number formatting from the Export Format
area.
Fields Tab
Use the Fields tab to determine the information to transmit.
To add a field to transmit, select the field in Fields and then click Add.
The Field will automatically move to the Transmit column.
To remove a Field so that it will not transmit, select the field in
Transmit and then click Remove. The Field will automatically move to
the Fields column.
For Average, click the arrow and Select Off to transmit the individual
results for each sample. Select On to calculate and then transmit an
average value for each field selected. Select Group by Sample Name
Prefix to calculate an average value for each field and then transmit
the fields grouped by sample name.
Click Promote to move a field to be transmitted before another field.
Select the Field in the Transmit column and click Promote until the
field reaches desired position.
Click Demote to move a field to be transmitted after another field.
Select the Field in the Transmit column and click Demote until the field
reaches desired position.
1. Select the XML Format check box, and the data will display in XML
format.
2. Select the Column Headers check box, and the data will be
organized under column headers.
3. Select the Field Delimiter by clicking in the desired check box to
determine how the transmitted data will be separated.
Select comma, and the transmitted data is separated by
commas.
Select Tab, and the transmitted data is separated by a blank
space equivalent to one tab.
Select Other, and the transmitted data is separated by a
punctuation mark or symbol determined by the user.
4. Select the delimiter for the Start of Transmission.
Select None, and nothing will display before transmitted data.
Select Other and then type in the desired delimiter or click the
arrow on the menu to select a letter string that will display before
the transmitted data.
5. Select the delimiter for the end of transmission.
Select Carriage Return to have data followed by a carriage
return.
Select Carriage Return Followed by a line feed (CR/LF) to have
data followed by a carriage return and line feed.
Select Other and indicate the text that should display or click the
arrow on the menu to the letter string that will display after the
transmitted data.
Select the Automatically Transmit Each New Analysis check box, and
each new analysis will transmit after analysis has completed.
Advanced Tab
Select the Advanced tab to enter and modify the fields that are
transmitted. The Advanced tab provides almost the same function as
the Fields and Preview tabs except that in the Advanced tab, transmit
information can be changed directly in the Transmission Format box.
When transmit information is changed using the Advanced tab, the
Fields tab and Preview tab automatically update.
To add a field to the Transmission Format, select the desired field from
the Fields selection box and then select Add Field to Transmit Format.
The field appears in the Export Format selection box.
To change the transmit format, enter new information in the
Transmission Format box.
Preview Tab
When a sample or group of samples is selected in the spreadsheet, use
the Preview tab to display the appearance of the data before it is
transmitted. Any changes can then be made before the data is actually
transmitted. To change the display of the data, refer to the Delimiters
tab, page 441.
Export Buffer Format provides the means to select the columns and
specify the data format that is to be used when exporting sample data
buffers. The export buffer format that displays is based on the current
spreadsheet selection.
If it is necessary to return the export buffer format to the default
format, click the Set Defaults button.
2. Click Add to insert a new row into the Sample Templates table.
3. Click in the Method dialog box and then click the arrow to select
the method for the sample template.
4. Enter comments, if desired.
5. Enter a description, if desired.
6. Use the buttons on Sample Templates dialog box to determine
the sample template parameters. Refer to Dialog Box Button
Definitions, page 415.
Function Definition
+ Plus
- Minus
* Multiply
/ Divide
^ Raise to the power
= Equal
> Greater than
>= Greater than or equal to
< Less than
<= Less than or equal to
Format Examples
*Format
Value Format for Result Result
Type
A 4.50360 A 4.50360000
0.123456 F4.5 0.1235
0.000789 F3.5 0.00079
Fn.m
0.000789 F3.2 0.00
321.8765 F3.5 322
0.123456 S4 1.235x10-1
Sn 0.000789 S3 7.89x10-4
0.000789 S2 7.9x10-4
321.8765 I3 322
In
321.8765 I2 320
* A = Default format
n = Total number of significant digits to be represented
m = Maximum number of digits after the decimal
I = Integer notation
S = Scientific notation: An exponential format (y.yyy x 10e) in which any number is
expressed as a number between 1 and 10 multiplied by a power of 10 that indicates
the correct position of the decimal in the original number.
F = Fixed point notation: Traditional decimal notation
@ABS(exp)
Absolute value
Example: @ABS([Moisture %]-[Ash %])
@Log10(exp)
Example: Log base 10
@Log10([Moisture %])
@ln(exp)
Example: Natural log
@ln([Moisture %])
@SQRT(exp)
Square root
Example: @SQRT([Moisture %])
@Maximum(exp1,exp2)
Finds Maximum
Example: @Maximum([Moisture %],[Ash %])
@Minimum(exp1,exp2)
Example: Finds Minimum
@Minimum([Moisture %],[Ash %])
Validating a Database
During database validation, the database files will be reviewed for
corruption. If orphan objects are found, refer to Reviewing Orphan
Objects, page 462.
To validate a database,
1. Exit the instrument software.
2. Click Start on the Windows desktop, select Programs, select
LECO, select the instrument, and then click Database
Management. The Start dialog box will appear.
Database Menu
Items on the Database menu in the instrument software will only
appear if logging was enabled when the database connection was
created. Refer to Enabling Logging for an Existing Database, page
463.
Presentation Time
When logging is enabled for a database connection, the presentation
time can used to view the database as it existed at some previous
point in time. For example, it could be used to view results before a
change in calibration was performed. While a presentation time is set,
and the Live check box is not selected, changes are not allowed to the
database. For example, samples cannot be added and changes cannot
be made to methods.
2. Select the time and date for the presentation time as follows:
Select the Live check box to view current information or clear the
Live checkbox in order to select a different date and time.
When the Live check box is cleared, Date and Time are active.
Archive Log
When logging is enabled for a database connection, an Archive Log
database can be created to copy log entries to another file and
possibly reduce the amount of data stored in the database.
1. From the Database Menu in the instrument software, select
Archive Log. The Archive File dialog box will appear.
Operation TGA701 51
Analyze a Sample Using Preweighed Crucibles ................................ 530
Enter Weights Manually .......................................................... 530
Entering Weights Using External Balance .................................. 531
Entering Weights Using Weigh into Crucibles ............................. 531
Analyzing Sample after Weights are Entered ............................. 532
Determining Sample Filters.......................................................... 534
Filters Dialog Box Buttons....................................................... 534
Add Filters....................................................................... 534
Filter Properties................................................................ 535
Deleting Filters................................................................. 536
Predefined Filters .................................................................. 536
Modify Predefined Filter ..................................................... 537
Configuring Report before Printing ................................................ 538
Printing from the Software........................................................... 541
Import Data .............................................................................. 542
Export Data............................................................................... 543
Export Buffers............................................................................ 544
Transfer Export and Import ......................................................... 545
Export ................................................................................. 545
Import ................................................................................. 546
Backing Up and Restoring Data .................................................... 547
Backup Data ......................................................................... 547
Restoring Data ...................................................................... 548
Data Transmit............................................................................ 549
Turning Off Instrument ............................................................... 550
52 TGA701 Operation
Instrument Controls
Figure 5-1
Actuator Button Location
Control/Indicator Action
Enables and disables the power to the instrument. The
power switch is also a circuit breaker that provides
Power On/Off Switch
protection for the operator and instrument. Refer to
Figure 10-4, page 105.
Operation TGA701 53
Analysis Overview
The following section provides a brief overview of the steps that must
be followed in order to analyze samples using the TGA701.
54 TGA701 Operation
Methods
Predefined Methods
The following is a list of predefined methods provided in the software.
For Testing the For Training the
For Running Samples:
Balance: Furnace:
ASTM D5142 Moisture Volatile Ash Quartz Test Furnace Training
ASTM D5142 Moisture Ash Balance Test Furnace Tuning
ASTM D5142 Moisture
ASTM D5142 Volatile
Flour Ash
Loss On Ignition
Operation TGA701 55
3. Click Properties. The Method General Properties dialog box will
display.
Unless otherwise directed by the LECO Application lab, make sure the
method parameters have been set to their default values if
performing a first-time analysis.
6. Click Add to add a method step.
56 TGA701 Operation
7. Enter the Step Name or select a Step Name from the menu and
then click OK. As examples, for the step name Moisture, the
software will generate the following columns in the spreadsheet:
Moisture Mass, Moisture Temperature, Moisture Constancy; for
the step name Ash, the software will generate the following
fields: Ash Mass, Ash Temperature, Ash Constancy.
Two different methods can have the same step name; therefore,
LECO recommends that a step name be selected from the menu or a
previously named step be entered. This will minimize the number of
columns in the spreadsheet, and it will also compare statistics for the
step results from the different methods.
Operation TGA701 57
be achieved in the specified ramp time. The specified hold
time will not begin until the actual furnace temperature
reaches the target end temperature. This parameter is used
in the Ramp Rate calculation, and changing this parameter
will change the ramp time and total step time.
D. For Ramp Rate, specify the temperature rate in C per
minute. The furnace ramps from the step starting
temperature to the step end temperature. The allowed
range is 1-50 C per minute; however, this parameter is also
a function of the step start and end temperatures, actual
heating limitations of the furnace and ability to maintain
furnace control. When a ramp rate greater than can be
achieved is entered, the software will return the maximum
ramp rate based on the current step parameters.
E. For Ramp Time, specify the time duration in hours and
minutes for the furnace to ramp from the step start
temperature to the step end temperature. The time format is
HR: MM, and the allowed range is 360 minutes or 6 hours.
Enter hours and minutes with any of the following delimiters:
colon, period, comma, backslash, hyphen or space. The
furnace will ramp from the start temperature to the end
temperature at the specified ramp rate and ramp time;
however, in order to prevent overshoot due to thermal lags
within the furnace, the actual end temperature may not be
achieved in the specified ramp time. The specified hold time
will not begin until the actual furnace temperature reaches
the target end temperature. This parameter is used in the
Ramp Rate calculation and changing this parameter will
change the ramp rate and total step time.
F. For Hold Time, specify the time duration in hours and
minutes for the furnace to hold the step end temperature.
The time format is HR:MM and the allowed range is 0-360
minutes or 6 hours. Enter hours, hours and minutes or
minutes with any of the following delimiters: colon, period,
comma, backslash, hyphen or space. The specified hold time
will not begin until the actual furnace temperature reaches
the target end temperature. This parameter is used in the
Total Step Time calculation and changing this parameter will
change the total step time. The analysis results will indicate
if the sample attains constancy before the Hold Time is met.
Also, the analysis will extend beyond the Hold Time until the
sample attains constancy if the criteria specified for the Hold
Time does not allow the sample to attain constancy.
G. For Total Time, specify the total time duration in hours and
minutes for the current method step. By default this
parameter is the sum of the current Ramp Time and Hold
Time, and changing this parameter will change the step Hold
Time; however, this parameter cannot be less than the
current step Ramp Time. The Hold Time is adjusted so the
calculation remains true. The time required for the furnace
to achieve the actual step end temperature or for the
samples to reach constancy is not included in this
58 TGA701 Operation
calculation. The time format is HR:MM, and the allowed
range is 0360 minutes or 6 hours. Enter hours, hours and
minutes or minutes with any of the following delimiters:
colon, period, comma, backslash, hyphen or space.
H. For Max Time, specify a length of time that is sufficient for
the analysis to be completed. The max time parameter
allows the operator to specify the maximum time duration in
hours and minutes the software will maintain the current
method step temperature and atmosphere before proceeding
to the next method step. The time format is HR:MM and the
allowed range is 360 minutes or 6 hours. Enter hours, hours
and minutes or minutes with any of the following delimiters:
colon, period, comma, backslash, hyphen or space. The
specified max time will override the constant weight
conditions specified for the current method step and force
the analysis to advance to the next method step. This
parameter should always be greater than or equal to the
Total Step Time. It will automatically increase as the ramp
time and hold times are increased. This parameter is only
provided as a way to automatically force the analysis to
advance to the next method step. The normal setting for
this parameter is zero 00:00 which will disable the max time
limit during the execution of the method step and allow the
step ramp time, hold time, end temperature and constancy
parameters to end the current method step.
I. For Atmosphere, specify the type of furnace gas that is to
be used during this method step. The choices are "Air,"
"Nitrogen," or "Oxygen." For example, for moisture, the best
selection would be air or nitrogen; for ash, the best selection
would be air or oxygen. Select the desired furnace gas from
the list box or type "A" for "Air," "N" for "Nitrogen" or "O" for
"Oxygen." The specified furnace atmosphere will be set at
the beginning of the step and remains ON for the duration of
the step until the next step is started or the analysis is
completed.
J. For Flow Rate, specify the flow rate of gas used during the
method step. The choices are Off, "Low", "Med Low", "
Medium", Med High or High. Select the desired flow rate
from the dropdown list box or type O for Off, "L" for
"Low," "M" for "Medium " or "H" for "High." The specified
flow rate will be maintained for the full duration of the
method step. Refer to Specifications, page 124.
K. For Window, specify the minimum number of carousel
rotations and corresponding sample weights used to define
the width of the constant weight window. Every data point
within the constant weight window must meet the
programmed comparator value for the sample to have
reached constancy. Range: 0 to 60 data points. Default: 3.
Operation TGA701 59
L. For Comparator, specify a value used to define the height
of the comparator window. The absolute change in the
sample weight must be less than this value for the entire
comparator window period for the sample to have reached
constancy. Unless the maximum time has been exceeded,
the next step will not begin until all the samples have
attained constancy. Range: 0.00 to 100.0 percent. Default:
0.05 percent. Refer to the Constancy Option menu on the
Balance Tab.
M. For Final Weight, specify the point at which the final weight
for the current method step is taken. At Constancy and At
End of Step are the options. At Constancy configures the
software to lock the sample weight uniquely for each sample
at the point in time when each sample reaches constancy
for that step. At End of Step configures the software to
lock the sample weight at the end of the current analysis
step after all samples in the batch have attained the
conditions for constancy.
9. Repeat steps 6, page 56, through 8, page 57, until all
necessary analysis steps have been added.
10. Click the Method Equation Parameters tab. The Method Equation
Parameter dialog box will display.
12. Enter the Result name, or click the arrow to select a Result name
from the list. Click OK, and the method result calculation will be
added to the table. In the table, the Result Name will display in
the Equation Name column. The equation name should match the
step name. The equation name references a particular method
result calculation in other software operations and printouts. Each
equation name must be unique to avoid ambiguity in calculations
or other software references.
For example: For the Equation Name Moisture, the software
will generate the following columns in the spreadsheet:
Moisture: The calculated percent weight loss for the step.
Moisture (Certified %): The user can specify a known
certified value for the standards
Moisture (+/-)%: The user can specify a known uncertainty
value for the standard.
Moisture (%Error): The software will calculate a relative
percent error based on the certified standard value.
13. Complete the Equation Text Table.
A. Click in the Equation Text dialog box and then click the
arrow to select an equation or enter an equation following
the defined format. The software will list the apparent choice
first. Equations vary depending on the step names defined in
the Method Step Parameters dialog box. The equation text
field allows the operator to specify the equation that is to be
used to calculate the result associated with the specified
equation name. The software provides a number of
predefined equations based on the method steps defined in
the method. The following mathematical operators are
available are plus (+), minus (-), multiply (*), divide (/),
power (^) and others. All method step names, equation
names and associated data fields can be used as parameters
in the result calculation.
B. Click in Result Format and then select a result format from
the menu or enter the result format manually. Refer to
Applying Number Formatting, page 449, for additional
information.
TGA 701 Equations associated with Step Names, Moisture, Volatile, Ash
Moisture (([Initial Mass]-[Moisture Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Volatile (([Moisture Mass]-[Volatile Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Ash ([Ash Mass]/[Initial Mass])*100
Fixed Carbon 100-([Moisture]+[Volatile]+[Ash])
Volatile Dry [Volatile]*(100/(100-[Moisture]))
Ash Dry [Ash]*(100/(100-[Moisture]))
Fixed Carbon Dry 100-([Volatile Dry]+[Ash Dry])
Creating a Standard
1. From the Configuration menu, click Standards. The Standards
dialog box will display. The Standards columns are explained in
the Glossary, page 121.
2. Click Add to insert a new row into the Standard Table. The name
will display as Standard, Standard-1, Standard-2, and so forth,
depending on the number of times the Add button is clicked.
3. Double-Click the standard name in the Name column to change if
desired.
4. Enter the certified and the uncertainty values for the standard in
the appropriate columns.
5. From the Check Std. menu, select Yes if the standard is a check
standard; select No if the standard is not a check standard.
6. Use the commands on the Standards dialog box to determine the
display of the Standards table as explained below.
Click Fields to modify the Fields that display in the Standards
spreadsheet. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 416.
Click Delete to remove a standard from the spreadsheet. Refer to
Deleting a Standard, page 516.
Click Ascending, and Standards will automatically display in
alphabetical and/or numerical order from lowest to highest.
Click Descending, and Standards will automatically display in
alphabetical and/or numerical order from highest to lowest.
Logging In a Standard
1. From the Samples menu, click Login or click the F3 Login button
on the toolbar. The Sample dialog box will display.
12. If there are numerous standards to log in, click the Keep Logging
in Samples until Cancel is pressed check box. This allows the
operator to continue to log in standards until the Cancel button is
clicked.
13. Click OK when finished.
Analyzing a Standard
1. From the Samples menu, click Analyze or click the Analyze button
on the toolbar. The Login Standard Sample dialog box will be
displayed if no standards have been logged in. Refer to Logging
In a Standard, page 515, for additional information.
2. If not open already, the furnace lid will open. Place all the empty
crucibles (including reference crucible) in the carousel.
3. Close the furnace lid by pressing the Actuator button on the front
panel. Refer to Figure 5-1 page 53.
4. The system will weigh the empty crucibles.
5. The furnace lid will open and the carousel will rotate to the first
crucible then lower to the weigh position.
6. Place the standard in the crucible.
Deleting a Standard
1. From the Configuration menu, click Standards.
2. Select the standard to delete.
Printing a Standard
1. From the Configuration menu, click Standards.
2. Select the standard to be printed.
3. Click Print. The Print dialog box will display.
4. Change the print settings as needed then click OK. The standard
is printed on the system printer.
5. Click OK to close the Standards dialog box.
Toolbar
Method
Click the arrow and then select the method to use for calibration. Refer
to Methods, page 55, for additional information.
Plot
Click the arrow to select the type of plot. Select Calibration to plot the
certified concentration versus the measured concentration of the
sample. Select Relative Error to plot the percent relative error versus
the certified concentration of the sample. Relative Error=100*[(xi-
xt)/xt] where xi is the Calculated Value and xt is the Certified Value.
Select Residual Error to plot the residual error versus the certified
concentration of the sample. Residual Error=Calculated-Certified
Standards
Click Standards to access the Standards Table. Refer to Standards,
page 514, for additional information.
Printing
1. Open the desired calibration by clicking Configuration and then
selecting calibration procedure.
2. To print the calibration, click the Print button. The Select
Calibrations to Print dialog box will display.
Format Pane
The format pane will be active in New Calibration, Add Standard, and
Edit Calibration.
1. For Step, click the arrow to select the step that will be associated
with the calibration curve. The calculated calibration will be
applied to this step. A different calibration can be calculated and
applied to each step.
2. For Curve Type, select the type of calibration curve used in the
plot, page 522. Select a curve that intersects each calibration
result.
3. For Weighting, click the arrow to determine which calibration
results, on the calibration curve, get priority. Select Normal, and
each point gets equal priority. Select Manual, and a manual
weighting can be entered. Select 1/Certified for a weighting factor
that can be applied to the calibration data points. This will
counteract a bias for higher concentrations that develops
naturally from the curve fitting process.
4. Use Existing Calibration to view the current calibration equation.
5. Use Date and time to determine when the current calibration was
established.
6. Click in the Show check box to view the last calibration. The last
calibration will display on the graph in blue.
7. Use New Calibration to display the new calibration equation.
8. Use RMS Error to determine which calibration curve has a better
fit. The lower the RMS error the better the fit.
Calibration Plot
Calibration Spreadsheet
The spreadsheet displays the selected samples used for calibration.
Refer to the Glossary, page 121, for further information about the
Calibration Spreadsheet columns.
Calibration Results
The results display shows data when multiple samples are selected
from the spreadsheet. The statistics are calculated from the Error%
and Certified columns for the step selected in the Step box in the
Format Pane. These results are most useful for determining whether or
not a particular repetition for a standard should be included or
excluded. The results display can also be used to quickly determine the
minimum and maximum certified value used to create the calibration.
Refer to Calibration Results Columns, page 523, for further
information.
Calibration Procedures
When multiple standards are selected from the standards list, the
calibration results display will show the values in a spreadsheet. Refer
to Calibration Results, page 522.
Viewing Calibration
View calibration permits the operator to view the current calibration.
The calibration cannot be changed from this screen.
1. From the Configuration menu, click Calibration, and then click
View Calibration.
Refer to Calibration Main Window, page 518, for additional
information. The calibration spreadsheet pane, page 522, will be in
red.
Editing Calibration
Edit calibration permits the operator to revise the current calibration.
1. From the Configuration menu, click Calibration, and then click edit
calibration.
Refer to Calibration Main Window, page 518, for additional
information. The calibration spreadsheet pane, page 522, will be in
red.
2. Select the analysis step, the curve type, and weighting to change.
The calibration curve should go through, or come close to every
calibration point. If not, select another curve type.
3. To change the known concentrations and uncertainty values of
the reference materials, click the Standards button. The
Standards dialog box will display. Refer to Standards, page 514,
for additional information.
4. When finished, click OK to save the calibration changes. Refer to
Saving Calibration, below, for additional information.
Saving Calibration
1. When the calibration updates have been completed, click the OK
button. The Save Calibration dialog box will display. The Save
Calibration dialog box will only be displayed if this is a new
calibration or if any changes to the calibration procedure were
made.
Adding Standards
Add standards permits the operator to add reference materials to the
list of standards used for a previously defined calibration. Refer to
Standards, page 514, for additional information.
1. Select the analyzed standards from the spreadsheet. These will
be added to the list of standards used for calibration.
2. Click the Standards button. The Standards dialog box will display.
All samples with the same sample batch number will be analyzed
together. A maximum of 19 samples can be analyzed per batch.
1. Clean and dry sample scoop. The sample scoop available must be
cleaned and dried between each analysis. Refer to Options, page
121, for further information.
2. From the Samples menu, click Analyze or click the F5 Analyze
button on the toolbar. The Login Sample dialog box will be
displayed if no samples have been logged in. Refer to Logging In
a Sample, page 526, for additional information.
3. If not already open, the furnace lid will open.
4. Obtain crucibles from dessicator.
5. Place the reference crucible in the zero position, which is marked
by a small 1/8-inch diameter hole.
11. Press the Actuator button on the front panel to rotate the
carousel to the next crucible.
12. Repeat steps 6, page 528, and 7, page 529. Continue this
procedure until sample has been added to all of the crucibles.
13. After the sample has been added to the last crucible, press the
Actuator button on the front panel. The analysis will start
automatically.
14. After the analysis completes, clean the crucibles. Refer to
Cleaning Crucibles, page 68.
1. Verify the Crucible Mass column and Initial Mass column display
in the spreadsheet. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 416. The
Crucible Mass column displays the weight of the crucible. The
Initial Mass column displays the weight of the sample.
2. Log in samples. Refer to Logging In a Sample, page 526.
3. From the Configuration menu, click System. Use the System tab
to determine whether the crucible mass weight and initial mass
weight will be entered manually or by using the external balance.
Refer to Enter Weights Manually, below, Entering Weights Using
External Balance, page 531, or Entering Weights Using External
Balance (Weigh into Crucibles), page 531.
7. Close the furnace lid by pressing the actuator button on the front
panel. Refer to Figure 5-1, page 53. After the actuator button is
pressed, analysis will begin.
Add Filters
Use the Add command to create a new filter.
1. To add a new filter, click Add. "New Filter" will display in the
Filters dialog box. Each time Add is clicked "New Filter" will
increment by one and display as "New Filter 1," "New Filter 2,"
etc.
2. Click Properties to configure the filter. Refer to Filter Properties,
page 535.
3. In the Filter Name entry box, type in the name for the filter.
4. For Export Format, click the arrow to select the export format for
this filter.
5. For Transmit Format, click the arrow to select the transmit format
for this filter.
6. Add a parameter, delete a parameter, or modify columns for the
sample filter.
A. To add a parameter,
1) In the Field entry box, click the arrow and select the
desired field.
2) In the Compare entry box, click the arrow and select the
desired comparator. The comparator selections change
depending on the selected field.
3) In the With entry box, enter the desired parameter
depending on the selected field. For example, if Analysis
Date is selected for Field and On is selected for
Compare, in the With column, enter the desired date for
the analysis results.
4) Click Add to insert a new row.
5) In the And/Or entry box, click the arrow and make
desired selection.
Deleting Filters
Use the Delete command to remove sample filters from the Filters
dialog box.
1. Click on the desired sample to remove.
2. Click Delete.
Predefined Filters
Filters that may be frequently used have been predefined in the
software. Default filters are All Samples and Today's Samples. The
remaining filters that display are based on created methods. To select
a predefined filter, click on the name of the filter, and then click OK.
In the Sample Filter dialog box, the Filter Name displays the name of
the predefined filter. The Description explains the filter and whether or
not the fields or automatic updates can be modified. For example, for
All Samples, only the Fields can be modified. To modify the fields, click
the Fields button. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 416. To
determine the automatic update, refer to Automatic Update, page
536.
To display a Field that does not appear in the report, select the
field from Invisible Fields, and then click Show. The Field will
automatically move to the Visible Fields column.
1. From the spreadsheet, select the desired samples that have been
analyzed to print. When several samples are selected, the
software will group the samples by sample name.
2. Click Samples and select Print. Click Print to access the Report
Settings dialog box.
5. Use the Page Setup dialog box to change the size, orientation,
and margins of the paper before printing.
6. Click OK. The Print screen will display.
7. Click OK to print.
Use Text Import Data to bring sample data from another software
application into the database. Sample login information, such as data
from an Excel spreadsheet, can be imported using the Import function.
Export Data permits the operator to select sample data and data
transmission parameters and transfer them to another storage location
such as a folder on the hard drive or a network folder.
1. Select desired sample or samples that have been analyzed from
the spreadsheet.
2. If an export format has not been created, refer to Creating an
Export Format, page 433. If an export format has been created,
refer to step 3, below.
3. Click Samples and then select Text Export Data. The Select
Export dialog box will display.
The Text Export Buffers feature on the Samples menu allows the user
to export raw data buffers to another software application. The sample
data buffers contain the sample weight loss and furnace temperature
data for the analysis. The time of analysis is also indicated for each
buffer. Select samples from the spreadsheet and then select Text
Export Buffers to export the data buffers associated with the selected
samples to a file. The exported data buffer file can then be plotted
using a software program such as Windows Excel.
1. Click and drag the mouse to select the desired sample rows from
the spreadsheet.
2. From the Samples menu, select Text Export Buffers. The Save As
dialog box will display.
Export
1. Select sample.
2. From the Samples menu, click Transfer Export.
3. In the Export dialog box, enter a File Name for the sample
transfer and then click Save to save the sample transfer in the
current location or select a new location by clicking the arrow for
Save in, select a new location, and click Save.
Backup Data
1. In the spreadsheet, select the data to back up.
2. Click the Configuration menu, select Backup/Restore and then
select Backup.
3. When the Save As dialog box displays. Enter the file name for the
data next to File name.
4. Select the location for the file from the arrow next to Save in.
5. Click Save.
6. Click OK when the confirmation dialog box displays.
3. Click Open.
4. When the Restore Hardware Parameters dialog box displays, click
Yes to overwrite the current hardware calibration parameters;
click No, and hardware calibration parameters will not be
restored.
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Periodic Maintenance
Schedule
Below is a list of maintenance procedures that should be performed on
a regular basis. Periodic maintenance of the instrument will result in
improved instrument performance and will extend the life of the
instrument.
Refer to Configure Periodic Maintenance Counters, below, to set up a
counter for each maintenance item.
Frequency Area Cleaning or Replacement
Clean after
Consumable. Refer to Cleaning Crucibles, page 68.
every Crucible
Replace if damaged.
analysis.
Electronic
On the back of the analyzer. Refer to Electronic Chassis
Chassis
Fan Filter, page 66.
Fan Filter
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To add counter:
1. Click the Add button. A new counter will display.
2. Click on the word Counter to change the name.
3. Fill in the rest of the fields as necessary.
To delete counter:
1. Select the counter to be deleted.
2. Click the Delete button. The Delete Counter confirmation box will
display.
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Click Yes if maintenance was performed.
Click No if maintenance was not performed.
Click Cancel to exit procedure.
4. Continue until all maintenance items are complete.
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Fan Filters
The fan filters should be cleaned or replaced when they are visibly
dirty. Depending on the environment that the analyzer is in, the time
period for cleaning may vary considerably. Inspect the fan filters
weekly until a cleaning period can be determined.
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Cleaning Furnace
2. Raise the furnace lid. From the toolbar, click the F7 Cover button.
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Cleaning Crucibles
The crucibles must be clean, dry, and free from static. Washing and
rinsing crucibles in water removes any static charge. It is important to
clean every crucible after every analysis because they will contain
residual sample material.
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Viewing Log File
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C. Click Copy.
D. Open the desired software program and click in the location
where the copied information is to be placed.
E. Right-click and select Paste.
To copy a selected action,
A. Click on the time of the desired action. Select multiple
events by holding CTRL while clicking on the time.
B. Click Copy.
C. Open the desired software program and click in the location
where the copied information is to be placed.
D. Right-click and select Paste.
2. Click Close when finished.
Illustrations .................................................................................72
Theory of Operation......................................................................73
+ - +-
99.5% Air SW9
(dry, oil-free)
25 no
45 psi psi 621-034 SV# 2
Poly
nc c
nc c - Lid Position
Rear panel 10-32 UNF, 10 Required
SV# 4
nc c - Weigh Position 1
773-661 Fitting, 10 Required
no c - Weigh Position 2
SV# 5
SV# 6 Other Inputs and Outputs
nc c - Rotate Carousel 1 SV# 14 Green LED
SV# Cooling Fan
no c - Rotate Carousel 2 SV# Alarm buzzer
Symbol LECO P/N Description SV# 7
SW# 0 Lid Position
SV# 8 620-625-101, 5 Required
nc c - Furnace Cover 1 SW# 1 Turn Position
618-758 Proportional Valve
SW# 2 Weigh Position
3-way valve with speed no
620-625-101 c - Furnace Cover 2 SW# 3 Carousel Advanced
adjustment SV# 9
616-567-106 2-way valve SV# 10 SW# 4 Carousel Return
nc c - Furnace Cover Height
SW# 5 Furnace Cover
?psig 621-036 Pressure Transducer
SV# 11 SW# 6 Home Position
25 25 PSI Pressure Switch, nc c - Crucible Actuator 1
618-122 SW# 7 Air Pressure
psi Normally Open
SW# 8 Nitrogen Pressure
616-567-108 3-way valve no c - Crucible Actuator 2
SW# 9 Oxygen Pressure
SV# 12
621-034 Pressure regulator, 35 PSI SW# 10 Front Panel Control
Figure 7-1
Flow Diagram
Ambients ....................................................................................83
Ambient Acceptable Range Table ...............................................83
Customizing Ambient Monitor....................................................84
Ambient Plot Menu Commands .............................................84
Customizing Graph Lines .....................................................85
Customize Ambient Column Display ......................................87
Solenoids and Switches .................................................................88
Network......................................................................................89
Communications ........................................................................ 811
Systems Check .......................................................................... 813
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Ambients
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Ambient Acceptable Range
System Flow +/- 0.2 lpm and > 0.5 lpm
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Customizing Graph Lines
The precision, line width, and line color for each ambient that displays
in the Ambient Chart can be customized.
1. Double click on the name desired ambient. The Properties dialog
box will display.
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4. Determine the color of the line by clicking the button next to the
pen width arrows. The Color dialog box will display.
C. Select the desired color range from the custom color graph.
The range that falls under the selector ( ) will appear in
the custom color selection grid.
D. Select the specific color from the custom color selection grid.
E. Click Add to Custom Colors.
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F. Click OK. The color will appear in the custom color selection
box as a new color choice.
8. To customize another ambient, click the arrow under Ambient in
the Properties dialog box and select the desired ambient from the
list. Repeat steps 2-7.
9. Click OK. The selected precision, pen width, and color choice will
display in the chart for all selected ambients. The checkbox for
each ambient will also display the selected color choice.
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Solenoids and Switches
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Network
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3. To upgrade an electronic assembly with a new version of
application firmware, click on the Device.
A. Click the Download button. The Open Binary File for Network
Download dialog box will appear.
The Poll Devices button can be pressed to see that the new software
has indeed been downloaded.
4. Click Poll Devices to send a signal over the network to determine
what is connected to the network. Network hardware should
appear under devices indicating they are functioning and signing
on to the network.
5. Click Reset Network to restart the network software, which may
correct any errors that have occurred.
6. Click Close when finished.
Indicator
Status
Checkbox
Yellow light This item is currently being checked.
Green light This item has been checked and has passed.
This item has been checked and has failed the
Red light
system check.
3. Click Print to get a hard copy of the results from the systems
check procedure.
A. Click the Print button. The Print dialog box will display.
B. Click OK.
4. Click Close when finished.
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Rotate Speed ................................................................... 936
Furnace .................................................................................... 937
Cover Speed Adjustment ........................................................ 937
Close to Open Adjustment ................................................. 937
Open to Half-Open Adjustment ........................................... 937
Half-Open to Closed Adjustment ......................................... 938
Seal Adjustment.................................................................... 938
Over Temperature Switch Reset ................................................... 942
Thermocouple............................................................................ 943
Adjustment .......................................................................... 943
Element Temperature ....................................................... 943
Furnace Temperature Thermocouple ................................... 943
Replacement ........................................................................ 943
Smartline ................................................................................ 946
Modem Installation ................................................................ 946
NetOp Software Installation .................................................. 949
Create a Shortcut .................................................................. 950
Operation Setup.................................................................... 951
Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 952
Troubleshooting Table ............................................................ 952
Carousel ......................................................................... 953
Crucibles, Reference ......................................................... 954
Electrical ......................................................................... 954
Furnace Calibration........................................................... 955
Furnace Cover or Carousel Speed Too Fast........................... 955
Furnace .......................................................................... 955
Sample Login................................................................... 956
Software ......................................................................... 956
Troubleshooting Procedures .................................................... 956
Check for USB driver installation......................................... 956
Run a Cycle Test .............................................................. 957
Use System Files to Diagnose Computer Problems................. 958
Autoexec.bat File......................................................... 958
Config.sys .................................................................. 958
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Installing Software
Service TGA701 93
6. Once the file extraction process has completed, the copy
protection key driver dialog box will appear on systems that have
not previously had the TGA701 copy protection key driver
installed. If the TGA701 copy protection key driver has previously
been installed on your system, this dialog box will not appear and
you can skip to step 8.
7. Verify the copy protection key is not installed and click OK. Click
Cancel to stop the installation.
8. The LECO DHCPLite software dialog box will appear.
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11. If Adobe Acrobat Reader version 8.0 is already installed, proceed
to step 19, page 97; otherwise, the following dialog box will
appear:
12. Click Yes to install Adobe Reader 8.1; clicking No will exit the
installation.
13. After clicking Yes to install Adobe Reader 8.1, the system will
begin the setup process.
14. If there is another version of Adobe Reader installed, the dialog
box shown below will appear. If there is not another version of
Adobe Reader installed, proceed to step 16.
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15. Select the check box to install the latest version of Adobe Reader
and click Next.
16. When "Destination Folder" appears, click Next to select the
location of the program files for Adobe Reader. Clicking "Change
Destination Folder" provides the means to select a new folder
location; clicking Back returns to the previous screen.
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19. When the TGA701 software installation main window appears,
click Next; clicking Cancel will stop the installation.
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21. When "Ready to Install the Application" appears, click Next to
install the application. Clicking Back returns to the previous
screen; clicking Cancel stops the installation.
22. When the TGA701 has been successfully installed, click Finish.
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23. When the installation is complete, click the Finish button. The
Restart Windows dialog box will appear.
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Configuring the Ethernet Connection
Windows XP
1. Determine if a network connection is installed as follows: click
Start on the Windows desktop, select Settings, Control Panel,
and then double-click on Network Connections. If a network
connection exists, it will appear in the Network Connections dialog
box. An example is displayed below.
6. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) check box. The other check
boxes should be cleared.
7. Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and select Properties. The
TCP/IP properties screen will appear.
Windows Vista
Windows XP
1. Select Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click on
Network Connections.
2. Right-click on the network connection that will be controlling the
LECO instrument and select Properties. The properties dialog box
will appear.
3. From the Properties dialog box, click the Advanced tab.
4. Click Settings.
5. On the Windows Firewall dialog box, click the Advanced tab.
Before continuing with the upgrade, you may want to print the
system parameters and any important results from the spreadsheet.
1. With the computer on, place the software update CD-ROM in the
CD-ROM disk drive and follow prompts on screen. Refer to
Installing Software, page 93, for instructions.
2. Verify the Copy Protection Key is installed into a USB port on the
computer.
3. Double-click the software's desktop icon to start the software.
1. Install the Copy Protection Key into a USB port on the computer.
2. Double-click the software's desktop icon.
3. Click on the desired database, click Select, and then click Finish.
4. The following dialog box will appear:
Figure 9-1
Copy Protection Key
5. Enter 3.5 as the value for the first set point. Click Next. The Wait
dialog box is displayed while the software sets the system flow to
this value.
7. Enter the actual flow rate (from the flow meter) and click Next.
The Enter The Set Point dialog box will display.
8. Enter 10.0 as the value for the second set point. Click Next. The
Wait dialog box is displayed while the software sets the system
flow to this value.
9. Click Next. The Enter the Actual Value dialog box will display.
10. Enter the actual flow rate (from the flow meter) and click Next.
11. After the flow has been calibrated, the Calibration Finished dialog
box will display. Click Finish.
12. Remove the external flow meter from the pneumatic flow
manifold.
A. Disconnect the external flow meter from the furnace lance
port of the pneumatic manifold. Refer to Figure 10-20, page
1016.
B. Reconnect the stainless steel tubing to the furnace lance port
of the pneumatic manifold. Refer to Figure 10-20, page
1016.
C. Reinstall the left instrument panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page
1024.
D. Reconnect J401, J402, and J403 to the push button mounted on
the front of the casting. Refer to Figure 10-28, page 1024.
E. Reinstall the TGA701 front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page
1024.
Balance Calibration
Because the calculations used by the TGA701 are based upon relative
changes to the sample weight, balance calibration is necessary only if
the absolute value of the initial sample weight is critical to the
customers' methodology. Otherwise, accurate balance calibration is
not critical for proper operation of the TGA701.
4. Place the draft shield over the balance pedestal. When prompted,
click Next.
5. Remove the draft shield from the balance pedestal and place the
100-gram weight on the balance.
6. Cover the weight with the draft shield. Click the Next button when
available.
7. Wait for the balance calibration to finish then Click Next.
8. After the message is displayed stating that the balance has been
calibrated, click Next.
9. Click Done when finished.
10. Remove the draft shield and 100 gram weight.
11. Reinstall the carousel. Refer to Figure 10-6, page 107.
Do not adjust the height of the internal adjustments for the balance
assembly. The following steps should only be used if the factory
settings have changed or have been altered.
4. Adjust the balance height.
A. Place a crucible in the carousel opening located over the
pedestal.
B. Set the carousel height to the Turn Position.
5. Using the (2) adjusting screws, level the balance so that the level
bubble is indicating that the balance is centered.
6. Position the pedestal.
A. Loosen the screws securing the balance guide block. Refer to
Figure 10-19, page 1015.
B. Move the balance guide block and the balance until the
pedestal is positioned in the center of the hole in the ceramic
shield in the lower furnace.
C. Tighten the balance guide block screws. Refer to
Figure 10-19, page 1015.
7. Lock down the adjusting screws located in front of the balance.
Refer to Figure 10-19, page 1015.
A. Tighten the jam nuts against the balance base.
B. Tighten the lockdown screws against the balance adjusting
screws.
The Balance Test checks the analytical performance and stability of the
balance within the instrument.
1. Verify system settings as follows: Weight range must be between
the minimum and the maximum settings. Batch mode has been
deactivated.
2. Create the Balance Test method. Refer to Creating or Editing a
Method, page 55, for additional information.
A. From the Configuration menu, click Methods.
B. Click the Add button.
C. Enter Balance Test for the method name.
D. Click OK. The new method will be added.
E. Click the Properties button.
F. Enter the following method general parameters:
Crucible Type Ceramic
Crucible Density 3
Cover Density 3
Sample Type -
Sample Density 1.5
Installation
Carousel Installation
1. Press the actuator button on the front of the instrument to open
the furnace. Refer to Figure 5-1, page 53.
2. Place the spindle drive through the center hold in the bottom of
the lower oven and into the pneumatic actuator coupling. Do not
tighten the coupling at this time.
3. Place the carousel on the spindle drive. Line up the slot on the
spindle drive with the slot on the carousel.
Adjustments
Home Position
1. Remove the front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page 1024.
Rotate Speed
1. Set the carousel to rotate continuously.
A. From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoids.
B. From the Life Test menu, select Rotate Carousel.
C. Click the Start Life Test button.
2. Adjust the carousel rotate speed using the right and left
pneumatic adjusters. Refer to Figure 10-13, page 1011.
A. The left pneumatic adjuster cushions the cylinder return.
B. The right pneumatic adjuster adjusts the speed of the
carousel advance.
3. Lock the adjuster screws by tightening the jam nut against the
pneumatic adjuster housing.
4. Stop the carousel rotation by clicking the Stop Life Test button.
5. Click Close when finished.
Seal Adjustment
Adjustment
Element Temperature
1. Loosen the clamp to the rear thermocouple.
2. Position the thermocouple so that it is as straight as possible.
A. The distance from the inside bottom of the furnace to the
top of the thermocouple is 1.5 inches.
B. The distance between the wall of the furnace and the
thermocouple ceramic is 0.125 inches.
3. Tighten the clamp to the rear thermocouple.
Replacement
The thermocouple replacement procedure should be used to replace
the furnace thermocouples in the event of a failure.
3. Remove the analyzer right and left side panels by sliding them
forward.
4. Remove the four screws securing the electronics module to the
rear panel.
5. Move the electronics module out far enough to expose connectors
J394D and J394F.
6. Disconnect the thermocouple lead wires from the J394 connector.
(The J394 connector depends on which thermocouple is
replaced.)
J394F is the furnace temperature thermocouple.
J394D is the element temperature thermocouple.
7. Remove the screw securing the clamp holding the thermocouple.
8. Install a new thermocouple into the thermocouple clamp and
tighten the clamp. Make sure the thermocouple is positioned
correctly. Refer to Figure 10-8, page 108.
9. Connect the thermocouple lead wires to the appropriate J394
connector. The J394 connector depends on which thermocouple is
replaced.
J394F is the furnace temperature thermocouple.
J394D is the element temperature thermocouple.
10. Reposition the electronics module against the rear panel and
secure it to the rear panel using the four screws removed in
step 4.
Modem Installation
1. Turn the analyzer and computer off.
2. Unpack the Smartline package.
3. Using the modem cable, connect the modem to COM2 Port on the
rear of the computer.
4. Connect the power cube, supplied with the modem, to the power
input jack on the modem.
5. Connect the modem to the same outlet as the computer.
6. Turn the modem, computer, and analyzer on.
7. Install the modem driver. Manual installation from the Modem
Installation CD-ROM.
A. From the desktop, click the My Computer icon. The My
Computer window will display.
3. In the left corner of the window, there is the Wait For Call play
arrow. Click on the Wait For Call play arrow. The status bar will
display Waiting For Guest To Reply.
4. Contact LECO Service department to confirm Smartline is working
properly or wait for the LECO Service department to initiate
further testing.
Troubleshooting Table
Area or Assembly Symptom and Checks
Instability
Balance
Refer to Balance Instability, page 429.
Balance pedestal is touching the shield or the bottom of
the furnace
Crucibles vibration
Poor gas supplies and tubing may not provide sufficient flow to
maintain the input pressures required. Always make sure that
Flow
the customer uses high quality gas regulators and that the
tubing length and size does not restrict the gas flow, thereby
causing a pressure drop at the manifold inlet when high lance
flows are used.
Inspect the alignment and the seal between the upper and
lower furnaces. Realign or adjust as necessary.
Leaks around the pedestal shield
Inspect the o-ring seal with the balance assembly and the
lower furnace. Adjust as necessary.
Leaks inside the balance assembly
Troubleshooting Procedures
Autoexec.bat File
1. Exit the software to the DOS c:\prompt.
2. The >type autoexec.bat and press the Enter key.
3. The following should be displayed:
C:\DOS\SMARTDRV\EXE/X
@ECHO OFF
PROMP $p$g
PATH C:\DOS;C:\WINDOWS;C:\TGA701
SET TEMP=C:\DOS
Config.sys
1. Exit the software to the DOS c:\prompt.
2. The >type Config.sys and press the Enter key.
3. The following should be displayed:
DEVICE=C:\DOS\SEVER
DEVICE=C:\DOS\HIMEM.SYS
DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.EXE X=D000-DFFF
DOS=HIGH
FILES=30
STACKS=9256
Figure 10-3
Left Side Balance Removed
Figure 10-7
Pedestal Location in Furnace
Figure 10-9
Top Furnace CoverInternal View
Figure 10-10
Instrument Rear View
Figure 10-13
IndexerFront View
Figure 10-15
IndexerRear View
Figure 10-18
Over Temperature SwitchReset Button
NC NC NC NC NC NO NC NO NC NO
NITROGEN INLET
FITTING SV0 SV1 SV2 SV3 SV4 SV5 SV6 SV7 SV8 SV9
(618-657)
PROPORTIONAL VALVE
(618-758-010)
Figure 10-20
Flow Manifold Assembly
Pressure Transducer
P1 ............................................ MPX4250D..................................................... 621-036
Proportional Valve
PV1........................................... 100 PSID....................................................... 618-758
Relay
K1 ............................................ SSR, Zero Cross ............................................. 769-335
K3 ............................................ Safety Relay, 25A ........................................... 607-157
Solenoid Valves
SV0 .......................................... Oxygen Supply, 2W ........................................ 616-567-106
SV1 .......................................... Nitrogen Supply, 2W ....................................... 616-567-106
SV2 .......................................... Air Supply, 2W ............................................... 616-567-106
SV3 .......................................... Lid Position, 3W.............................................. 616-567-108
SV4 .......................................... Weigh Position, 3W ......................................... 616-567-108
A
Accessories, and Components ................................................. 122
Actuator Button.......................................................................53
Ambient Monitor......................................................................83
Analysis, Overview ..................................................................54
Analyze a Sample.................................................................. 528
Analyze a Standard ............................................................... 516
Atmosphere............................................................................59
Audible Sounds ..................................................................... 432
Alarm .................................................................. 426, 432
Auto Assign Crucible Location.................................................. 426
Auto Find Crucible Location..................................................... 426
Automatically Transmit Analysis .............................................. 442
B
Backup Data ......................................................................... 547
Balance
Adjustment ..................................................................... 928
External, Optional - Refer to External Balance
Instability........................................................................ 429
Installation ........................................................................28
Internal Balance Tab ......................................................... 427
Poor Repeatability ............................................................ 952
Resolution See Specifications........................................... 124
Test................................................................................ 931
Unstable Readings ............................................................ 952
View Balance See View Menu.............................................49
Barometric Pressure .............................................................. 425
Batch Number, Change .......................................................... 415
Blower, External......................................................................33
Blower Maintenance............................................................34
Blower Filter Maintenance ....................................................35
Buffers
Export Buffers.................................................................. 544
C
Calibration ........................................................................... 518
Add Standard................................................................... 525
Edit Calibration ................................................................ 524
Format Pane .................................................................... 521
Manual Calibration See Format Pane................................. 521
Manual Weighting See Format Pane.................................. 521
New Calibration................................................................ 523
Plot ................................................................................ 522
Print ............................................................................... 520
Results Display ................................................................ 522
Saving Calibration ............................................................ 524
Spreadsheet Pane............................................................. 522
Viewing Calibration ........................................................... 524
Calibration Menu Bar ............................................................. 519
Carousel
Adjust............................................................................. 934
Advance Carousel Switch ................................................... 934
Alignment with Pedestal .................................................... 953
Carousel Return Switch ..................................................... 934
Home Position.................................................................. 935
Install ...............................................................................28
Lid Position Switch............................................................ 934
Poor Flow Calibration ........................................................ 954
Position........................................................................... 426
Positioning Errors ............................................................. 953
Speed Too Fast ................................................................ 955
Turn Position Switch ......................................................... 933
View Carousel .................................................................. 424
Weigh Position Switch ....................................................... 933
Caution Symbols ................................................................... 115
Chassis, Electronic Fan Filter .....................................................66
Columns in Spreadsheet ......................................................... 416
Communications ................................................................... 811
Comparator .......................................................................... 510
Components ......................................................................... 122
Computer
Autoexec.bat File.............................................................. 958
Communication with Instrument ......................................... 952
Diagnose Problems ........................................................... 958
D
Data, Backup and Restore ...................................................... 547
Data Transmit
Create and Modify Transmission Formats ............................. 439
Transmit Sample Data....................................................... 549
Database
Compact/Repair ............................................................... 463
Delete............................................................................. 460
Archive Log ..................................................................... 468
Managing for 21 CFR Part11............................................... 463
Menu .............................................................................. 466
Select Connection............................................................. 457
Declaration of Conformity ....................................................... 117
Diagnostics.............................................................................81
Diagnostics Menu .................................................................. 412
Dimensions See Specifications .............................................. 124
Dual Instrument Installation ................................................... 212
E
Edit Menu...............................................................................49
Electrical Power Supply
Specifications................................................................... 124
Troubleshooting ............................................................... 954
End Temperature ....................................................................57
F
Facility Requirements............................................................. 126
Filters
Furnace Fan Filter...............................................................66
Electronic Chassis Fan Filter .................................................66
Filters for Sample Results ....................................................... 534
Firewall, Windows.................................................................. 915
Final Weight ......................................................................... 510
Flow, Poor Flow Calibration ..................................................... 954
Flow Rate ...............................................................................59
Furnace
Adjust Cover Speed .......................................................... 937
Calibration Problems ......................................................... 955
Clean................................................................................67
Cover Position.................................................................. 426
Cover Speed Too Fast ....................................................... 955
Excessive Smoke.............................................................. 955
Fan Filter ..........................................................................66
Overtemp........................................................................ 426
Seal Adjustment............................................................... 938
Thermocouple .................................................................. 943
H
Hardware Calibration ............................................................. 923
Help Menu Commands ........................................................... 412
Hold Time ..............................................................................58
Humidity See Specifications ................................................. 124
I
Import Data ......................................................................... 542
Installation
Balance, Pedestal, Carousel .................................................28
Dual Instrument............................................................... 212
External Blower..................................................................33
TGA701 Analyzer................................................................23
Interference to Other Devices ................................................. 116
International Installation ........................................................ 217
K
Key See Copy Protection Key
L
Lid Position Switch................................................................. 934
Log File, View .........................................................................69
M
Main Window, Software ............................................................46
Maintenance ...........................................................................61
External Blower..................................................................34
Periodic Schedule ...............................................................63
Reset Counters ..................................................................64
Maintenance Menu................................................................. 412
Max Time ...............................................................................59
Method
Clone ............................................................................. 415
Create ..............................................................................55
Delete............................................................................. 415
Edit ..................................................................................55
N
Network .................................................................................89
Notice, Warranty ................................................................... 113
Number Formatting ............................................................... 449
O
Options................................................................................ 121
Overtemp............................................................................. 426
Oven Temperature See Specifications .................................... 124
Over Temperature Switch Reset .............................................. 942
P
Pedestal.................................................................................28
Pneumatic Actuator, Adjust..................................................... 934
Start Instrument .....................................................................45
Preweighed Crucibles ............................................................. 530
R
Ramp Rate .............................................................................58
Ramp Time.............................................................................58
Restore Data ........................................................................ 548
Results, Recalculate Results .................................................... 410
Result Format ....................................................................... 511
Result Units .......................................................................... 512
S
Sample
Analyze........................................................................... 528
Delete............................................................................. 414
Exclude........................................................................... 519
Include ........................................................................... 519
Log In............................................................................. 526
Templates ....................................................................... 446
Weight, Incorrect ............................................................. 953
Sample Filters....................................................................... 534
Automatic Updates for Filters ............................................. 536
Predefined Filters ............................................................. 536
T
Temperature
Control See Specifications ............................................... 124
End ..................................................................................57
Operating See Specifications ........................................... 124
Start.................................................................................57
U
USB Driver, Reinstall.............................................................. 954
User
Add or Change User Permission for Instrument ..................... 452
Assign User to Windows .................................................... 452
User Defined Fields ................................................................ 447
V
Ventilation..............................................................................24
View Menu .............................................................................49
W
Warning Symbols .................................................................. 115
Warranty.............................................................................. 113
Weigh Position Switch ............................................................ 933
Window .................................................................................59
Windows Firewall................................................................... 915