AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION

ANALYZER AD86 5G

IN ACCORDANCE WITH STANDARD METHODS

ASTM D86 – D189 - D850 - D1078
IP 123 - 191 - 195,
AFNOR M07-002, JIS K2254 and ISO 3405

USER MANUAL
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VER Section MODIFICATIONS DATE

A ORIGINAL ISSUE 95/06
B REVISION OF THE MANUAL 96/07
C STOPPER, D1078, DRY PT. AUTO. & expected vol. 96/12
COMPLETE RELEASE
Chapter 7
Entry of the charge temperature for sample of group 4
D section C 04/04
Chapter 10 Setpoint temperature of condenser and the receiver
section C4.1 chamber in standby

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CAUTION

This ISL Analyzer has been carefully designed, manufactured and inspected for
quality. It has been equipped with a number of safety features.

However, the use of this Analyzer may involve the handling of solvents,
chemicals, and other potentially dangerous flammable, toxic, etc.) materials.
Please exercise caution when- handling these materials while operating the
Analyzer.

Please:

¾ read the manual

¾ wear proper protective clothing

¾ perform all suggested service procedures

¾ use care to prevent accidents.

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for any damage or liability arising

from the use of Analyzers.

Use of Non-ISL Products and Accessories. Defects or damage that result from
the use of Non-ISL branded or certified Products, Accessories, Software or other
peripheral equipment are excluded from warranty.

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The cooling system of this analyzer already contains heat exchanging liquid.
Before using the analyzer, replace the red shipping stopper by the black stopper, with
an air hole, delivered with the analyzer.

Ignore sections D1 and F3 of chapter 3, “INSTALLATION AND SWITCHING ON”

of the User Manual.

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CONTENTS

FOREWORD ...................................................................................................................................................... 12

RAPID SAFETY SUMMARY........................................................................................................................... 14

1 - GENERAL SCOPE ....................................................................................................................................... 15

2 - PRESENTATION OF THE AD86 5G ANALYZER.................................................................................. 17

A. THE ANALYZER ....................................................................................................................................... 18
B. THE VARIOUS BLOCKS .......................................................................................................................... 18
C. FLAME DETECTION AND EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM ........................................................................ 27
D. SYSTEM SAFETIES .................................................................................................................................. 28
E. PRESENTATION OF AN AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION RUN ............................................................ 30
3 - INSTALLATION AND SWITCHING ON ................................................................................................. 31
A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 31
B. AFTER UNPACKING ................................................................................................................................ 34
C. GAS CO2 CONNECTION .......................................................................................................................... 34
D. THE COOLING SYSTEM AND FILLING THE SYSTEM ...................................................................... 34
E. LCD ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS................................................................................................. 36
F. SWITCHING ON......................................................................................................................................... 37
G. PRINTER..................................................................................................................................................... 39
4 - KEYBOARD AND USER-FRIENDLY SCREEN..................................................................................... 40
A. SUMMARY OF POSSIBILITIES .............................................................................................................. 40
B. FUNCTIONS OF SOME KEYS ................................................................................................................. 41
C. KEYBOARD / SCREEN FAMILIARISATION......................................................................................... 44
5 - THE DISTILLATION PROGRAMME ...................................................................................................... 46
A. WHAT IS A DISTILLATION PROGRAMME ?....................................................................................... 46
B. CREATING A PROGRAMME................................................................................................................... 46
C. DESCRIPTION OF THE VARIOUS PARAMETERS............................................................................... 51
D. PROGRAMME MODIFICATION AND PROGRAMME "0"................................................................... 58
E. SAVING AND PRINTING A PROGRAMME........................................................................................... 60
F. LOCKING / UNLOCKING A PROGRAMME........................................................................................... 62
6 - MEASUREMENT CHECKS ....................................................................................................................... 64
A. VOLUME .................................................................................................................................................... 64
B. VAPOR TEMPERATURE .......................................................................................................................... 66
C. CONDENSER BATH TEMPERATURE.................................................................................................... 67
D. GRADUATE COMPARTMENT................................................................................................................ 67
E. SERVICE VALUES PRINTOUT................................................................................................................ 67
F. GENERAL ON MEASUREMENT CIRCUITS RELIABILITY ................................................................ 68

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7 - STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST ....................................................................................................... 69

A. SAMPLING ACCORDING TO ASTM D 86 METHOD........................................................................... 69
B. PREPARATION OF THE ANALYZER AND APPARATUS................................................................... 71
C. STARTING THE TEST .............................................................................................................................. 73
D. REFUSAL TO START A TEST ................................................................................................................. 75
E. TEST RUNNING......................................................................................................................................... 75
F. MANUAL TEST STOP ............................................................................................................................... 80
G. POST TEST PERIOD.................................................................................................................................. 81
H. PROGRAMME CREATION AID .............................................................................................................. 81
I. SEMI-AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION........................................................................................................ 84
8 - RESULTS ....................................................................................................................................................... 85
A . STANDARD PRINTOUT.......................................................................................................................... 85
B. GRAPHIC RESULTS.................................................................................................................................. 88
C. PRINTING / DISPLAY OF VAPOUR TEMPERATURE ......................................................................... 89
9 - PRINTER ....................................................................................................................................................... 90
A. CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................................................... 90
B. RESETTING THE PRINTER ..................................................................................................................... 91
C. PRINTER LINK TEST................................................................................................................................ 91
D. PRINTING POSSIBILITIES....................................................................................................................... 92
E. PRINT STOP ............................................................................................................................................... 92
10 - SERVICE PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................ 93
A. SERVICE PARAMETERS DISPLAY ....................................................................................................... 93
B. SERVICE PARAMETERS PRINTING ...................................................................................................... 94
C. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE PARAMETERS......................................................................................... 94
D. TRANSFER OF SERVICE PARAMETERS FROM PC............................................................................ 97
11 - ALARMS...................................................................................................................................................... 98
A. CATEGORIES OF ALARMS..................................................................................................................... 98
B. ALARMS DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................... 98
C. ALARM TREATMENT ............................................................................................................................ 100
D. ALARM CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES AND CORRECTIVE ACTION ............................................... 100
E. FAULTS REVIEW .................................................................................................................................... 109
12 - PC CONNECTION ................................................................................................................................... 110
A. CONFIGURATION OF THE PC CONNECTION................................................................................... 111
B. CONNECTION STATUS ......................................................................................................................... 112
C. DIAGNOSTICS OF PC LINK .................................................................................................................. 112
D. OPENING ACCESS TO ANALYZER..................................................................................................... 113
13 - REGULAR MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................. 114
A. REAL TIME CLOCK................................................................................................................................ 115
B. CONDENSING UNIT PROGRAMMEMATION .................................................................................... 116
C. REPLACING THE VAPOR TEMPERATURE PROBE .......................................................................... 117
D. HEATING ELEMENT REPLACEMENT ................................................................................................ 117
E. GRADUATED CYLINDER MOUNTING ............................................................................................... 117
14 - DRY POINT............................................................................................................................................... 118
A. CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................................................. 118
B. DETECTION ............................................................................................................................................. 119

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15 - METHODS, STANDARD OR NON-STANDARD RUN....................................................................... 120

A. ASTM D 86 ............................................................................................................................................... 121
B. ASTM D 1078 ........................................................................................................................................... 122
C. ASTM D 850 ............................................................................................................................................. 126
D. ASTM D189 .............................................................................................................................................. 127
E. IP 123, ISO 3405 AND AFNOR M07-002................................................................................................ 128
F. JIS K2254................................................................................................................................................... 129
G. METHOD "9999"...................................................................................................................................... 129
16 - AUTOMATIC DRY POINT..................................................................................................................... 130
A. INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................... 130
B. CONFIGURATION................................................................................................................................... 131
C. TEST STOP CONDITION ........................................................................................................................ 131
17 - RS-232 EXTERNAL LINK OR CURRENT LOOP .............................................................................. 133

APPENDIX........................................................................................................................................................ 149
SEMI-AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION......................................................................................................... 149
INDEX ............................................................................................................................................................... 150

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FOREWORD

This User Manual is one of the two manuals provided with the ISL AD 86G analyzer.

It has the double role of placing at the disposition of the operator, information that will help him to
understand how the analyzer works, and of providing the operator with a user guide in which he can
find information on specific operations and problems.

Service and configuration operations, meant to be performed by qualified personnel, are only given in
the Service Manual. A special LCD Screen sheet is placed at the end of this manual. It summarizes
the (user and service) handling precautions and the environmental characteristics.

Just like your car, you do not need to understand its exact internal workings to use the analyzer,
however, if you have an overall understanding of the analyzer you may avoid many unnecessary
problems, lost time and thus expense.

The time spent in assimilating the information in these chapters on presentation and basic operation
will be rapidly rewarded in both time and efficiency.

• Chapters 1 and 2 are presentation chapters and are definitely recommended reading for both new
and experienced users of ISL analyzers.

• Chapters 3 and 4 contain essential operator instructions and information.

• For successfully test running the information contained in chapters 5, 6 and 7 must be assimilated
by the user.

• Chapter 8 and 9 address the specific operations concerning Results and Printing.

• Chapter 10 concerns settings, vapor probe corrections and configuration values. The menus
concerned are protected by access codes.

• The operator should be familiar with the contents of the introductory sections of chapter 11,
“ALARMS”, but he need not “learn by heart” all the information given for the different types of
alarm.

• Chapter 12 is provided for analyzers connected on the ISL ALAN Network.

• The title of chapter 13, “REGULAR MAINTENANCE”, is self-explanatory.

• Chapters 14 and 15 explain respectively a manual dry point test and the different types of
distillation standard methods possible with the ISL AD86 5G analyzer.

• Chapters 16 to 18 contain information on the accessories available ; the non-graphic printer, the
automatic dry point and the RS232 C/current loop external link (if the latter is installed).

• An index is provided at the end of the manual.

If the operator finds errors in this manual, or wants to make suggestions or comments on its contents,
he should not hesitate to use the “Customer Report” sheet provided on page 5.

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RAPID SAFETY SUMMARY

SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL

NOTE Statements indicated in this way identify

important information and advice concerning the
operation of the analyzer.

DANGER, CAUTION Statements indicated in this way identify

conditions or practices that could result in
personal injury or loss of life.
They also identify conditions or practices that
could result in damage to equipment or other
property.

SYMBOLS MARKED ON THE ANALYZER

DANGER - High voltage

CAUTION - As explained above for "CAUTION " statements

MANUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER PUSH-BUTTON

The values given in the display illustrations in this manual are only included for
explanatory purposes and should not be used by the operator. ISL does not accept
responsibility for any accidents resulting from the use of values given in such
display illustrations. This warning applies in particular, but not exclusively, to values
for the creation of distillation programmes.

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1 – INTRODUCION
A. ISL COMPANY PROFILE
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing ISL product. We are confident that
you will be completely satisfied with your new Analyzer and we hope that you continue to call on us
for all of your laboratory’s petroleum testing needs. Before you begin, we ask you to take a few
minutes to become acquainted with ISL and its history.
ISL’s beginnings go back to 1975, when a group of engineers and scientists from the heart of the
Northern France’s petrochemical industry began seeking ways to automate petroleum testing. The
neighboring industry served as an excellent research and development proving ground for their new
equipment.
By the end of 70’s, several quality instruments had been developed and were being marketed in
Europe under ATPEM Trademark.
The most famous of these new instruments was the CPP 97, Automatic Cloud and Pour Point
Analyzer. Introduced in the early 1980’s, its successor, the CPP97-6, revolutionized cold flow testing
enabling up to six tests automatically and simultaneously.
Adding new automatic instruments each year, ATPEM soon became a worldwide leader in automatic
petroleum test instrumentation. In 1986, they expanded operations, reorganizing into the company
now knows as ISL.
Striving to maintain close contact with customers in over 75 countries, ISL has since grown, founded
Sales & Service branches on each continent. With design, marketing, service and support operating
together under the ISL roof, the company reached “a new dimension” in 1993 by obtaining ISO 9002
certification from the BVQI. Working hard to extend our quality assurance programme, we received
ISO 9001 certification in 1995.
Though best known for distillation, viscosity testing, cold behavior instrumentation, flash point,
evaporation loss, oxidation, and asphalt testing equipment, ISL's contributions to automated petroleum
testing continue to grow. With more than 10 patents to date, ISL's constant research into new
technologies buttresses our precedent for ultimate precision, performance and safety. The company
now offers over 20 Automatic Analyzers for different applications giving incontestable benefits to its
users in increasing of test precision by elimination of operator subjectivity and human errors, while
increasing productivity and reduce operator time with highest level of safety.
A worldwide distribution network supports our customers with quick, efficient service, and our highly
knowledgeable service staff buttresses this relationship, providing solutions to product or application
challenges.
Please visit our web site for more information: http://www.isl-france.com .

B. GENERAL SCOPE
The ISL Distillation Analyzer AD86 5G has been designed for the automatic distillation of
hydrocarbons under prescribed conditions.

A given volume of sample is distilled under appropriate conditions. Temperatures and volumes of
condensate, and times are systematically recorded.

The distillation (or volatility) characteristics are calculated from the resulting data and are in turn used
to determine the safety and performance of the sample.

This ISL AD86 5G analyzer can be used to perform distillation runs complying with the ASTM
standard methods D 86, D 850, D 1078 ; the British standard method IP 123 ; the French standard
method AFNOR M07-002 ; the Japanese standard method JIS K2254 and the international standard
method ISO 3405.

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The operator can also start a distillation run which doesn't correspond with any of the above
mentioned standard methods.

Group 0 to 4 of ASTM D 86

The AD86 5G analyzer can be used to perform distillation runs in accordance with Groups 0, 1, 2, 3
and 4 of the ASTM D 86 standard method.

C. TERMINOLOGY
Dry Point - Thermometer reading observed at the instant the last drop of liquid evaporates from the
lowest point in the flask. Drops or films of liquid on the side of the flask are disregarded.

Final Boiling Point (FBP) - The maximum thermometer reading obtained during the test. Usually
occurs after the evaporation of all liquid from the bottom of the flask. Also known as Maximum
Temperature.

Initial Boiling Point (IBP) - The temperature at the instant the first drop falls from the lower end of
the condenser tube.

Per Cent Residue - % Volume of residue left in the flask (measured in accordance with the standard
in a 5 ml flask).

Per Cent recovery - The volume measured if after a 2-minute interval two successive observations
agree (measured in accordance with standard method).

Per Cent Total Recovery - The combined percent recovery and residue in the flask. Deduct from 100
to obtain the percent loss.

Thermometer Reading - The temperature of the saturated vapor measured in the neck of the flask
below the vapor tube.

* Drawn up from Annual Book of ASTM Standards, D 86 - 93

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2 - PRESENTATION OF THE AD86 5G ANALYZER

The ISL AD86 5G analyzer can be operated as a stand-alone distillation unit, or it can be connected to
and operated in the ISL ALAN Network from a PC computer.

Up to 12 AD86 5G distillation units can be connected on the ISL ALAN Network and controlled from
the PC at any given time. The PC / Analyzers network cable can be up to 1200 meters long, with the
possibility of adding repeaters to extend the network length.

The standard version of the AD86 5G analyzer includes the analyzer interface package and an inter-
analyzer link cord. It is ready to be connected on an ISL ALAN Network.

This user manual explains the operation of the AD86 5G analyzer as an stand-alone distillation unit. It
also gives configuration instructions necessary for its operation, both as a stand-alone analyzer and
controlled from a PC in an ISL ALAN Network.

Instructions for using the corresponding PC applications are given in the accompanying manual and/or
are explained in the Online Help files of ISL's PC software application package.

Service and configuration operations, which are meant to be performed only by qualified personnel,
are given in the Service Manual for the AD86 5G.

The analyzer is equipped with a printer interface. Graphic and non-graphic printers are available as
accessories. Others accessories available are the automatic dry point option and the vapor probe
presence detection option. An RS-232C external link accessory is available – not compatible with the
PC interface package.

The heating block of the AD86 5G includes an automatic flame extinguisher system, as standard
equipment, ready for connection to an external gas supply. This system, specially developed for the
present application, enables flame detection and the injection of CO2 in less than a 1/10 th of a second.

The cooling system is equipped with a thermostated condenser bath. The receiver compartment, or
graduate chamber is equipped with a built-in thermostat for temperature regulation control.

The LCD graphic screen (640 X 480), equipped with a specially developed controller interface,
permits the user to display the real time Volume / Temperature curve (respect the temperature
specifications given in the "Environmental Characteristics" section of the Technical Specifications
given in Chapter 3 of this manual.)

The flat compact multilingual designed keyboard, with tactile type keys, provides a user friendly
operator / machine interface. The keyboard material provides high resistance to the most chemicals
encountered in this distillation analyzer environment.

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A. THE ANALYZER
From the operator's point of view, the analyzer can be divided into the following parts :

• A flask heating block

• A cooling/heating system

• A condenser and condenser bath

• A receiver (graduated cylinder) chamber

• A user-friendly keyboard and LCD graphic screen

There are 2 "ON/OFF" switches. The safety board (or fire protection board) switch is located behind
the LCD screen (when the screen is in working, or upper, position). The second "ON/OFF switch ("9"
front view), for switching on the central unit board and display, is located just above the "ISL" logo on
the front of the analyzer.

During a distillation run, the Central Processing Unit of the analyzer controls the operation of the
overall system by means of a distillation programme and data received from temperature probes and
optical detectors (use the “Front View” drawing further on as a location aid).

B. THE VARIOUS BLOCKS

B1. The Flask Heating Block
The lower part of the heating block is hidden, while the upper part is easily accessible (by opening the
transparent door) for placing the distillation flask.

The housing of the lower part is easily removed for maintenance or service operations (e.g.
replacement of the heating element). See the "MAINTENANCE " chapter of the Service Manual.

The flask heating block breaks down as follows.

• A heating element, adjustable from 0 to 650 Watts

• A ceramic flask support board with centered hole, diameter 32 mm (1 1/4 in.) 38 mm (1 1/2 in.) or
50 mm (2 in.). The support board is placed on the heating platform above the heating element.

• A knob (15) for manual displacement of the heating platform.

• A protective flask enclosure shield for protection against draughts and of the operator from
accidents.

The flask enclosure has a transparent glass door, at the front for easy access to and inspection of
the flask. The transparent door has been specially selected for its resistance to heat and shocks.

• A heat-resistant glass flask (capacity depends on standard method).

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• Temperature/flask probe (Pt 100 platinum) passed through a specially designed Teflon(c) stopper
which centers the probe in the flask and uses the stuffing box principle to provide a proper seal
between the neck of the flask and the stopper. The probe is connected on the front of the analyzer,
behind the heating block chimney, and when not in use it should be placed in the probe holder to
the left of the probe connector (see "NO VAPOR PROBE" alarm in chapter 11, "ALARMS").
This stopper has also the advantage of being easy to adjust in the flask neck. This stopper is called
the D 86 flask stopper in this manual.

• Two fire extinguisher injection slots (one above and one below the heating element). CO2 gas
injection spray triggered by the flame detector (16) situated on the right of the flask enclosure. A
CO2 gas supply is connected externally at the rear of the analyzer.

Any flames will be detected in less than a tenth of a second and the extinguisher gas is injected in
less than a tenth of a second after. Extinction takes between 2 and 4 seconds.

• A fan at the bottom of the heating block for rapid cooling at the end of a test run.

• The lower part of the heating block has a spillage collection system of two trays positioned and
designed to collect a maximum of spilt sample (e.g. when a flask is broken), and to avoid damage
to the electrical components.

The bottom spillage tray has an evacuation outlet and rubber tubing (13), with stopper (14) which
exits beneath the heating block.

B2. The Cooling System

The cooling system is equipped with a cooling unit and a thermal exchanger for rapid cooling of the
heat exchanging liquid in the cooling system circuits. The main circuit is equipped with a cooling
system tank and an electrical flow-through heater for temperature regulation.

Once the analyzer is switched on, the main circuit pump operates permanently to ensure circulation of
the heat exchanging liquid in the main circuit.

If the heat exchanging liquid level in the reservoir is insufficient, power supply to the "power
consuming devices" (*) is cut off by a security system, inhibiting the temperature regulation and the
pump.

The heat exchanging liquid supplied by ISL has been specially studied and developed. Its thermal
capacity, its viscosity at the working temperature, its anti-corrosive and anti-foaming properties are
particularly important for the correct operation and preservation of the circuits. The cooling system
tank is filled by removing the stopper (3, left side view) at the top, on the front of the analyzer, just to
the left of LCD screen.

The procedure for filling the cooling system tank is explained in chapter 3, "INSTALLATION AND
SWITCHING ON".

(*) The term "power consuming devices" is used in this manual for electrical and
electromechanical devices that have their own power supply. This term is not used for
devices which are purely electronic (e.g. integrated circuits, LEDs...).

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B3. Condenser and Condenser Bath

The condenser tube, the ends of which are chrome plated, is set in a condenser cooling bath. The
condenser bath circuit is connected to the main cooling system circuit (equipped with a cooling system
tank) and cooling may thus be commanded when necessary.

The opening (1) to the right of the probe holder on the top of the Analyzer is for reception of a
thermometer for control of the temperature measurement circuits of the bath temperature probe.

The condenser bath temperature range (0 to 65°C/32 to 149°F) complies with the standard
specifications for the standard methods referred to at the beginning of this manual.

The condenser bath is equipped with an electrical cartridge heater for automatic temperature
regulation.

The upper end of the condenser tube projects into the upper part of the heating block. The lower
portion of the condenser tube projects into the distillate collection or graduate chamber.

B4. The Graduated Cylinder Chamber

The graduated cylinder (also called graduate) is placed in a constant temperature chamber for the
recovery of the distillate. An alarm is triggered if the graduate chamber temperature is > 50 °C.

The graduate chamber contains :

• At the top of the chamber, the bottom extremity of the condenser tube

The rubber collar provided (with centered hole) should be slipped onto the end of the condenser
tube and lowered onto the top of the graduated cylinder during test running

• A fixed optical detector, located below the lower end of the condenser tube, for the detection of
the first drop of condensate

The red indicator at the back of the chamber (behind the condenser tube) is for adjustment of the
first drop detection position (it lights up during the passage of a drop of condensate, falling from
the tip of the condenser tube).

Just above the left arm of the "first drop detector" is located a "first drop setting" screw for fine
adjustment of the first drop detection position. Setting is performed by simulating the presence of
a drop of condensate. Setting of the detection position is explained in the component replacement
section of chapter 14 of the Service Manual and it should be carried out after replacement of the
first drop detector.

• Another optical detector which has the double role of detecting the presence of the graduate
receiver (when the receiver deflector is correctly positioned) and as level follower recording the
volume of distillate recovered.

When in its role of level follower detector, it is powered by a stepping motor. When the analyzer
is in standby, the level follower is in the upper position

• In the back of the chamber, is the ventilation fan which assures homogeneous temperature
distribution.

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Also at the back of the chamber, there is a liquid / air heat exchanger (connected to the cooling
system circuits via a S.V.), a heating plate and an air-circulating deflector. They are used for
chamber temperature control.

• The temperature probe is at the rear of the chamber below the heat exchanger.

• Near the bottom of the chamber is the graduated cylinder stand.

• Below the cylinder stand is a small tray for spillage.

• A rubber sealing buffer ensures that the chamber is airtight when the door is closed.

• The chamber door is made of dark transparent Plexiglas.

• The chamber door has a pressure type latch.

• The door position (open/shut) detector is built in to the top right corner of the door. It is visible
from the outside.

B5. Keyboard and User-friendly Screen

B5.1 The Keyboard

The new ISL AD86 5G distillation analyzer is equipped with a new compact alphanumeric keypad
designed for multilingual use. The tactile type keys assure a user friendly operator / machine interface.

The keypad material provides high resistance to the most chemicals encountered in this distillation
analyzer environment.

A number of function keys correspond with often used operations.

Once the function has been activated and you are working within a menu, some of these function keys
can be used as part of an ordinary alphanumeric keyboard.

Other keys have the alternate functions of integer and letter. Switching between these 2 modes, when

−
not automatically selected, is by means of the ( ) key situated beside the (ALPHA) / (ALPHA)
indicators (note : ALPHA = NUMERIC). The keypad trap door can be opened for access to the
graduate chamber board.

• The (DPS) key is used for detection of the "dry point" when carrying out a manual dry point test
(see “Analyzer Configuration” of the “SERVICE PARAMETERS” chapter).

(DPS = Dry Point Switch)

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FRONT VIEW

1. Opening for checking condenser bath 11. Manual fire extinguishing push button
Temperature reading 12. Plexiglas Graduate chamber door
2. Safety board indicator 13. Evacuation outlet rubber tubing
3. Thermocouple connector 14. Rubber tubing stopper
4. Vapor temperature probe connector 15. Heating platform displacement knob
5. Probe wiring safety support 16. Flame detector (in housing)
6. LCD Screen 17. Flask enclosure door knob
7. Screen adjustment/disassembly screw 18. Vapor temperature probe holder – the holder
8. Multilingual keypad for the automatic dry point stopper accessory
9. Main ON/OFF power switch should be assembled as indicated in chapter
10. Pressure type door latch 17 “AUTOMATIC DRY POINT"
19. Mounting screw position

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B5.2 The LCD Screen

Respect the Environmental Characteristics (in the "TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS"

section) and the “Handling Precautions …” indicated for LCD modules in chapter 3 of
this manual.

The LCD graphic screen (640 X 480), equipped with a specially developed controller interface,
permits the user to display menus, commands, readings and the real time volume/temperature curve.

The screen housing can be folded down over the keyboard to protect its facade during transport. The
contrast and the backlight intensity are adjusted at the rear of the screen.

The screen can be adjusted to suit the physical characteristics and working position of the operator.

For further details see chapter 4, "KEYBOARD AND USER-FRIENDLY SCREEN".

B6. Switches, Connectors, Indicators...

B6.1. Front of the analyzer

At the top of the analyzer, from left to right, are located (use the front view drawing provided) :

• A green indicator lamp (2) which lights up when the Safety Board is switched on

• A 5-pin socket connector (3) for the thermocouple, used for the "automatic dry point" test – the
automatic dry point is available as an accessory for standard model

• A 5-pin socket connector (4) for the vapor temperature probe

A protective probe wiring support (5) is provided in front of, and to the right of the probe
connector

• The ON/OFF switch of the safety board (behind the LCD screen)

• The ambient temperature probe (behind the LCD screen) to the right of the safety board On/Off
switch.

• The main ON/OFF power switch (9) below the keypad and above the "ISL" logo.

• The red circular push button (11) near the bottom (to the right of the graduate chamber) is for
triggering the flame extinguisher manually.

To switch on the analyzer, switch on :

(1) The Safety Board ON / OFF switch (behind the screen)

(2) The ON / OFF switch for the central unit board and the display (below the "ISL"
logo)

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B6.2. Rear of the Analyzer

Use the drawing provided as a components location aid.

On the right, from top to bottom :

• Electronics board ventilation fan

• The main fuses, there are two (13 and 14)

To the right of the mains fuses are :

• Opening for external alarm connection cable (7),

• The CO2 input connection (8), for fire extinguisher

• Mains cable (9).

To the left of the fan there are 4 connectors. From left to right they are :

• The 2 inter-analyzer network connectors, 9-pin : "IN" (16) and "OUT" (17)

• The printer connector (15), 25-pin

• The RS-232C connector (4), 25-pin - accessory (disables control by the PC on the RS 485
interface)

Locate also :

• Rear of LCD display housing (1)

• Backlight adjustment (2)

• Contrast adjustment (3)

• Mounting screws (10)

• Adjustable rear support (11)

• Analyzer rear housing cover (12)

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REAR VIEW

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LEFT SIDE VIEW

B6.3 Left Side View

Locate on the left side drawing :

• The latching screw (1) for the sliding trap door

• A sliding trap door (2) - the heating element fuse is located behind the trap door

• The filler stopper for the cooling system tank (3).

General

Allow a minimum clearance of 200 mm (8 in.) on all sides of the analyzer.

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C. FLAME DETECTION AND EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM

For the flame detection and flame extinguisher system to function the analyzer power supply should
be operational. The safety board switch must be in the "ON" position.

A proper laboratory fire extinguisher should also be readily available at all times.

C1. Testing the Flame Detector

A flame detection test is explained in chapter 16, "FLAME EXTINGUISHER", of the Service Manual.

The time interval between flame detection tests depends on the analyzer environment
and frequency of use. The optimal time interval only comes with the experience of the
operator(s) and the personnel charged with servicing of the equipment. This test
should, in any case, be scheduled at specific time intervals.

If a real fire detection and extinction operation is performed, should it be after an

accident or during testing by setting fire to a sample in the flask compartment, then the
test described in the relevant section of Chapter 16, “FIRE EXTINGUISHER”, of the
Service Manual should be used to check that the flame detector is still in good working
order.

Replacement of the flame detector is explained in chapter 16, "FIRE EXTINGUISHER", of the
Service Manual.

C2. Fire Extinguisher Solenoid Valve Test

With the analyzer switched on and with the CO² (gas) supply disconnected at the rear of the
analyzer, the operator can action the red circular push button (11).

The solenoid valve makes a "clicking" sound when it is activated.

If this sound isn't heard, then the operator should ask a qualified technician to check the system.

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D. SYSTEM SAFETIES
To prevent damage to the analyzer and its various devices, the system has a number of built-in
safeties.

On detection of a number of faults the power supply to the "power consuming devices" is cut off.

The term "power consuming devices" is used in this manual (and the Service Manual) for electrical
and electromechanical devices that have their own power supply. This term is not used for devices
which are purely electronic (e.g. integrated circuits, LEDs...). A list is given at the end of this section.

The following faults result in power supply cutoff to these devices.

1. Flame/fire – (even detects for example a cigarette lighter flame),

2. Power supply cut-off to either the safety board or the central unit board,

3. Level of heat exchanging liquid in the tank insufficient,

4. Heating fault when in standby - the heating starts up without being requested.

If one of the faults which normally should trigger power supply cutoff doesn't do so, then both
ON/OFF switches should be switched off immediately and the analyzer should be disconnected from
the mains. Repairs should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

D1. Stopping a Test Run

Any of these 4 faults will of course stop a test that is running.

Other faults that stop a test run are :

• Heating fault - heating power above maximum configuration value.

• Vapor temperature fault

• Condenser bath temperature fault

• Graduate chamber temperature fault

• Liquid (heat exchanging) temperature fault (in tank)

• Thermocouple failure, or absence

• Vapor temperature probe absent (available as accessory only)

• IBP not detected after a XX minute delay (“XX” depends on the standard method being used).

For more details on these faults, see chapter 11, "ALARMS".

When a test is stopped the following occurs (if it is possible, i.e. if a power supply cutoff hasn't been
commanded beforehand).

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• The flask heater is disabled.

• The level follower goes to the upper, or standby position.

• The flask fan starts up.

• The graduate chamber temperature is regulated to the standby default value (to be configured in
the service parameters).

• The bath condenser temperature is regulated to its standby default value (to be configured in the
service parameters).

• The "reset" display shows "standby" on the top right of the screen.

D2. “Power Consuming Devices”

The "power consuming devices" affected by the above-mentioned power supply cutoff are :

• The cooling unit,

• The 2 pumps, no. 1 and no. 2

• The cooling system, the condenser bath and the graduate chamber heaters,

• The condenser bath and graduate chamber circuits solenoid valves,

• The flask, graduate chamber and the electronic boards fans,

• The stepping motor (level follower)

• The flask heating element.

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E. PRESENTATION OF AN AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION RUN

Before creating your first programme (*), let us summarize an automatic distillation.

From the first application of heat to the end of the test a distillation test can be divided up in
accordance with the standard methods as follows :

1. The first drop of condensate falls from the lower end of the condenser tube (initial boiling point).
The interval between first heat and the IBP must respect the time specifications of the group of the
standard method. The first heating level is also referred to as "rapid heating".

2. The first 5% of distillate is recovered.

The time interval between the IBP and 5 or 10% recovered must be as indicated for the sample in
the standard method.

3. The distillation continues at a given uniform rate.

The second heating level intervenes between the first application of heat and detection of the IBP.
Its value is such that the uniform average rate of condensation from 5 or 10% recovered is as
indicated in the standard method.

4. The last 5% is distilled using a constant heating power.

Where applicable, the "final heating adjustment" parameter is necessary so as to respect the time
specifications from 5% residue to the final boiling point.

5. The final boiling point is detected.

Summary

• The AD86 5G analyzer automatically regulates the heating to obtain the uniform distillation rate
referred to in point 3. In phase 5 the Final Boiling Point is automatically detected.

• The operator must however enter the value of the "second level heating" parameter so as to start
distillation respecting the conditions evoked above.

• Knowing the second heating level, the operator must enter the "first level heating" and "first level
heating time" (duration in minutes). These parameters must be such as to respect the time interval
between first heat and IBP.

• The "final heating adjustment" parameter must be such as to respect the conditions evoked in point
4 above.

(*) The operator has the possibility of using the preliminary test run command "PROGRAMME
CREATION AID". See the relevant section of chapter 7, "STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST".
The AD86 5G can also be used for a semi-automatic distillation run. See the “APPENDIX” at the end
of this manual.

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3 - INSTALLATION AND SWITCHING ON

A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Physical Dimensions :

- Height : 795 mm (32 in)

- Width : 544 mm (21.5 in)

- Depth : 720 mm (28.5 in) – distance between base supports 430 mm (17 in)

- Weight : 85 kg (188 lbs) approx. – without accessories or heat exchanging liquid.

Environmental Characteristics

Temperature :

• Operating : 10 to 35 °C (50 to 95°F) - for best results 15 to 25 °C (59 to 77 °F).

• Storage : - 15 to 55 °C (5 to 131 °F)

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Power Supply : 230V / 50-60 Hz - 115V / 60 Hz

• Power Consumption : 1.5 kW max.

• Heating element : 650 W max. used of a 1 kW element

External Link

• RS 232 C serial link (optional hardware; not compatible with PC interface package)

• RS485 serial link – Connection to the ALAN® Network

Note : The Alan® Kit is optional hardware and software package.

) Note: The RS485 communication mode has to be parameterized. Refer to the chapter 12 -
NETWORK CONNECTION page 110.

Fire Extinguisher System :

• Fire Extinguisher Gas : CO2 (CO2 inlet at rear)

• Gas pressure at inlet : 7 bars (+/-0.5 bars) / 700 kPa (+/-50kPa)

• Maxi. safe pressure : 10 bars / 1000 kPa

• Flow of gas during flame quenching : 30 to 35 liters/s

• Average volume used for flame extinguishing : 150 liters

• Extinction takes between 2 and 4 seconds.

• Fire Extinguisher Connection : External male adapter nipple for tubing I.D.
10 mm

Cooling System Tank and Circuits:

• Total capacity of system : 3.0 litres

• Heat Exchanging Liquid : Special ISL heat exchanging liquid, ref. U01085

For further details of the liquid see the "FILLING THE COOLING SYSTEM TANK …" section of
chapter 4 of the Service Manual.

Vapor Temperature Measurement Range : -5 to +410°C (23 to 770 °F)

• Units : °C or °F

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Readings Display Specifications :

• Resolution : 0.1°C or 0.1°F

• Precision of vapor probe reading : 0.1°C or 0.1°F

• Precision of room/condenser/graduate chamber reading :1°C (2°F)

• Temperature range for room/condenser/grad. chamber probes : -25 to 119°C (- 13 to 246 °F).

Temperature Control

• Condenser Bath : setpoint +/- 1°C (2°F) from IBP to end of test.

• Graduate chamber when setpoint =< 30 °C : setpoint +/- 1°C (2°C)

Graduate chamber when setpoint > 30 °C : chamber temperature > 30 °C at IBP, then to end of
test – setpoint +/- 2 °C (4 °F).

LCD Graphic Display (folds down)

• Backlight : Cold Cathode Fluorescent

• Resolution : 640 X 480

• Viewing Area : 192 X 144 mm approx.

• Pixel Size : 0.28 X 0.28 mm approx.

• Contrast and Backlight : Adjustable

Keyboard

Flat, alphanumeric, multilingual design with tactile type keys - high resistance to usual chemical
substances - placed on small trap door (access to graduate chamber board)

Autonomy

Can be operated as a stand-alone apparatus, or controlled from a PC in daisy chain master / slave link.

Network Length for PC operation formula : cable up to 1200 meters - possibility of adding
repeaters to extend the network length.

No. of AD86 5G Analyzers in network : maximum 12 - minimum : 1

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B. AFTER UNPACKING

Once the analyzer has been unpacked it is best to leave it idle in the laboratory for 24
hours (especially if it has been stored at low temperatures).

• The recommended laboratory ambient temperature is between 15 and 25°C (59 to 77°F).

• The analyzer should be placed horizontally on a bench top, or flat table.

• Allow a minimum clearance of 200 mm (8 in) at the back and sides of the analyzer for circulation
of air for the cooling unit.

• Protect the analyzer from all projections of water (see LCD handling precautions in section E).

The analyzer has an adjustable rear support, see rear view (11), which should be adjusted when the
analyzer is in its working position. Once adjusted it can be blocked in the selected position.

C. GAS CO2 CONNECTION

On receiving the analyzer, carry out Fire Extinguisher solenoid valve test and a flame detection test as
described in the "FIRE EXTINGUISHER" chapter.

Once the analyzer is at room temperature, connect the gas (CO2) source to the male adapter hose
nipple (8) at the rear of the analyzer.

Consult the "Fire Extinguisher Specifications" in section A above for this operation and/or chapter 16,
"FIRE EXTINGUISHER", of the Service Manual.

D. THE COOLING SYSTEM AND FILLING THE SYSTEM

The heat exchanging liquid supplied by ISL has been specially studied and developed. Its properties
are particularly important for the correct operation and preservation of the cooling circuits at the
working temperatures.

A cooling unit and a heat exchanger are used for rapid cooling of the heat exchanging liquid.
Temperature regulation of the heat exchanging liquid is by means of an electrical heating device.
Circulation of the heat exchanging liquid in the closed circuits is ensured by 2 permanently operating
pumps.

A second heat exchanger provides the interface between the heat exchanging liquid and the air in the
graduate cylinder chamber.

In this manual the overall system will be referred to as the "COOLING SYSTEM", while "COOLING
UNIT" is used when referring to the actual cooling device, or "cold source".

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D1. Filling the Tank and Circuits

If the cooling system has been filled before leaving the factory. Ignore D1 and
F3 of this chapter, unless the cooling system has been partially or completely
emptied.

If the analyzer is switched on before filling the cooling system tank, then the "cooling
system tank level fault" alarm is triggered and the analyzer switches to safety mode,
which means that power supply to all the "power consuming devices" is cut off. The
display remains switched on. Switch off the analyzer, disconnect it from the mains and
fill the tank as described below.

If this has not already been done, the first operation before connecting up any cables is to fill up the
cooling system tank using the 5-litre can of heat exchanging liquid received with your analyzer.

It is important to use this liquid or one of identical properties for correct operation of your analyzer.
See section "FILLING THE TANK AND CIRCUITS" of chapter 4, "MAINTENANCE" of the
Service Manual.

The filler stopper ("3" left side view) for the tank is located on the front of the analyzer, just to the
right of the probe connectors.

If the cooling system circuits have been drained, make sure that the stoppers
have been replaced in the draining outlets.

• Fold down the screen to protect it from splashing and for easy access to the tank filler opening
(see "Handling Precautions in section E.) Also for easy access, remove the flask heating block
housing by gripping it between the palms of both hands and sliding it upwards. Pull towards you
to remove. If the vapor probe wiring support (5, front view) has been assembled, remove it.

• For easy access, fold down the screen.

• Remove the stopper.

• Place the funnel provided in the filler opening and carefully fill the tank until the level of liquid is
approximately 4 cm (1"") from the top of the filler neck.

Do not lift up the funnel while filling the tank. Fill the tank slowly so as to avoid back-up due to
trapped air. Wait for a few minutes at the end to make sure that all the air bubbles are expelled.

• Remove the funnel and replace the filler stopper in the filler orifice.

• Reassemble the flask heating block housing.

The second stage of this operation is performed after having left the analyzer switched on for at least 2
min. 30 s. This operation is described in section F, "SWITCHING ON".

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E. LCD ASSEMBLY AND CONNECTIONS

For some destinations, for safety reasons (mini. storage temperature –15°C/5°F), the LCD screen will
be disassembled before shipping.

Operate the LCD module within the limits given in the temperature specifications in
section A of this chapter. Do not use an organic solvent (alcohol, thinner, benzine, or
the like) to clean the LCD screen or housing.

E1.Handling Precautions for LCD Devices and Modules (LCDs and LCMs)
Easily scratched
• The LCD is easily scratched. If rubber by hard objects, the LCD may be damaged. Handle the
LCD with care so as not to scratch it.

Moisture / Water
• Electricity fed to an LCD with moisture on its surface may damage it. Gently wipe off any
moisture or let it dry before using the LCD.

Dirt
• The LCD can be stained by fingerprints, spittle, starch, oil or fat. If it is stained, gently wipe it
with a soft cloth.

High temperature and humidity

• The LCD dislikes high temperature and high humidity. Ensure that the storage and operating
temperatures given in the "Technical Specifications" section of chapter 3 are respected.

E2 LCD Screen Assembly

See section "LCD SCREEN ASSEMBLY " of the chapter 14 of the service manual.

E2.1 Display Settings

At the rear of the screen are the setting controls for contrast and backlight intensity. They are
integrated into the LCD connection board, which along with the backlight converter, is located on the
screen holder.

E3. Printer
With the analyzer switched off, use the cable provided with the printer accessory to connect the printer
to the 25-pin Sub D female connector on the right (15, rear view), at the rear of the analyzer (see
"CAUTION" next page).

E4. Vapor Temperature Probe

Connect up the vapor temperature probe plug to the 5-pin DIN socket ("4" front view), on the front of
the analyzer and place the probe in the holder (18).

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E4.1. Thermocouple

If you have the "Automatic Dry Point" accessory installed, connect the thermocouple to the other 5-
pin DIN socket ("3" on front view), on the front of the analyzer for an automatic dry point test (refer to
the chapter 16 - AUTOMATIC DRY POINT page 130.

E5. Before Connecting up to Mains

Before switching on (or plugging in) the analyzer or the printer, make sure that the
mains supply matches the specifications on the identification plate under the LCD
screen and at the rear of the printer.
Serious damage may result from using an incorrect voltage supply.

Having satisfied yourself that the mains voltage is correct you may now plug in the analyzer mains
cable.

F. SWITCHING ON

Once the analyzer has been unpacked it is best to leave it idle in the laboratory for 24
hours (especially if it has been stored at low temperatures).

• Switch on the Safety Board ON/OFF switch (behind the screen), indicator "2" (front view) should
light up.
• Switch on the main ON/OFF switch (9) above the "ISL" logo.
The red side of the switches can be seen when they are in the "ON" position.
• Check that the display and control indicators are as described in sections F1 and F2.

If everything passes off as expected (consult sections F1 and F2), go to section F3 for the second
phase of switching on the analyzer for the first time.

Analyzer peripherals should only be connected while the analyzer and the peripheral
equipment are switched off.

F1. Visual Controls

The small green indicator lamp ("2" on front view) lights up indicating that the Safety Board is
switched on.

F2. After Switching On

The following operations are performed :

• The screen lights up and displays the results of the internal tests.
• The cooling fans start up.
• The condenser bath, graduated cylinder chamber and the cooling system tank temperatures are
regulated (default values).

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F2.1 Auto-test

On switching on the analyzer, the central unit performs a number of internal tests.
The initial display is :

ISL AD86 5G
(*)
V X.Y / x.y (C) ISL 1998
Auto test.....

ISL
(**) BP 14790 VERSON FRANCE
Tel: 2 31 26 43 00 Fax: 2 31 26 62 93

(*) X.Y is the version of the central unit software.

x.y is the version of the texts software.

(**) The address displayed depends on which branch of ISL delivered the analyzer.

If the auto-test is correct, the line "Auto test....." is rapidly replaced by :

Auto Test ok

Starting cycle …

If not, this line will be replaced by :

Faults detected during auto test

In the latter case an alarm is triggered. To visualize the type of alarm press the (ALARM STOP) key
and then press (OK) to acknowledge the alarm and stop the audio alarm. For further details see chapter
11, "ALARMS", of the Service Manual.

The tests performed concern the EEPROM, the PROM and the RAM memories.

If there is a RAM error, switch off the analyzer and then switch it on again. If the error persists contact
the ISL Service Department.

If there is an EEPROM error, check all the parameters with the list provided with the analyzer. If there
are any errors refer to chapter 11, "ALARMS", of this manual.

If a PROM error has been detected then the checksum is displayed :

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Faults detected during auto-test XXXX checksum

This fault occurs when the analyzer is switched on after receiving a new version of the PROM. The
operator must note the checksum and refer to chapter 6, "ALARMS" of the Service Manual.

If a PROM error occurs at any other time contact the Service Department of ISL.

F3. First Switching On and Completing the Tank Liquid Level

This is the second part of "Filling the Tank and Circuits" described in section D1.

• Leave the analyzer switched on while "Starting cycle …" is displayed (for 2 min. 30 s) to allow
the heat exchanging liquid to circulate in the closed cooling circuits. After this time, "Starting
cycle…." Is replaced by "READY". Then switch it off again.

Switch off both the main switch (9, front view) and the safety board switch (behind screen).

• Disconnect the analyzer from the mains.

• Lower the LCD display to protect it from any splashing and for easy access to the tank filler
opening. If the vapor probe wiring support has been assembled, remove it.

• Remove the stopper (3 left side view), of the heat exchanging liquid tank and top it up with the
heat exchanging liquid until the level of liquid is approximately 4 cm (1"1/2) from the top of the
filler neck.

• Replace the stopper.

• Assemble the vapor probe wiring support (5, front view), and raise up the screen.

• Reconnect the analyzer to the mains.

• Switch on the 2 "ON/OFF" switches again and check that the green indicator lights up.

See sections F1 and F2 above for the display after switching on.

Wait for between 15 and 30 minutes before starting a test. The exact time depends on the distillation
method being used.

G. PRINTER
Having switched on the printer, a link check is recommended.

The complete procedure is described in chapter 9, "PRINTER", section C, "PRINTER LINK TEST".

If you first want to discover more about the keyboard and screen philosophy, go
directly to the next chapter before carrying out the printer link test.

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4 - KEYBOARD AND USER-FRIENDLY SCREEN

• Adjust the screen to suit the working position (see handling precautions for LCD modules in
chapter 3).

A number of function keys correspond with often used operations. User / machine dialogue is carried
out via your user-friendly keyboard and screen.

The machine depends on the operator for commands and values. The only independent decisions taken
by the machine concern anomalies.

The system knows the information it needs and will (via the screen) request it from the operator.
Precise screen indications make for a user-friendly dialogue.

If the operator enters values or parameters that are irrelevant to the current display, the machine
ignores these entries and waits for the relevant information or values, or another command.

A. SUMMARY OF POSSIBILITIES
From your keyboard you can :

• List and visualize all existing programmes (maxi. 40) in the memory
• Create or modify a programme
• Save a programme modified during a test
• Command the programme creation aid
• Lock or unlock access to a programme
• Display current readings and corresponding conversion counts
• Visualize the Volume / Temperature graph.
• Display archives results (maxi. 8 in archives)
• Print results of a distillation run, or results from archives
• Display faults and warning alarms
• Acknowledge faults and stop audio alarms
• Perform diagnostics on all "power consuming devices" and of external links
• Display / modify parameters and any other service settings
• Perform measurement checks and calibrations on the measurement circuits and print the
calibrations review / report
• Configure external link
• Start a test
• Stop a test.

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B. FUNCTIONS OF SOME KEYS

The function of those keys not explained below will become clear on using the analyzer and following
the relevant explanations of this manual.

However, you will find below a summary of the main functions of a number of keys.

ALPHA/ALPHA - Switches between the alpha and numeric modes

One of the 2 indicator lamps lights up to indicate the mode, ALPHA or (ALPHA) .

You will notice that in general (but not always), the mode changes automatically in
correspondence with the cursor position.

(PROG) All functions concerning distillation programmes (creation, modification, list

available,
saving, lock/unlock...)

(DIAG) Functions concerning current readings, link test and electrical device diagnostics,
regulation checks and quitting diagnostic mode

(CTRL) Readings display, parameter setting, prepare for group 0 (method ASTM D 86),
programmeming cooling unit start up, real time clock configuration, password setting

(QUAL) Calibration functions and information, and volume measurement check

(EXT) External link configuration

(ARCHIVES) : Display of the list of results available in analyzer memory (maximum

8)

(GRAPH) : To display or print the graph of evaporated or observed results

(PRINT) : For printing ; results, test temperatures, service parameters, service

values, distillation programmes, faults review. Printer configuration and initialization

(TEST) Start a test run

(STOP) Abandon a test run started using (TEST) (for further details see the "TEST
STOPPING" section of chapter 7, "STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST")
(DPS) This key is in fact a switch used for detection of the dry point during a manual dry
point test (DPS - Dry Point Switch)
(ENT) Confirmation of one entry
(OK) Acceptation of the values displayed on the screen, or to quit the current display

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ARROW KEYS :

Up and down

Left and Right

Page Up

Page Down

ABANDON OPERATIONS :

(PRINT STOP) : Stops Printing

(ALARM STOP) : Displays current faults and then press (OK) to stop
Audio Alarm

(RESET) : Abandons all data entry and resets to standby display.

A number of alpha / numeric keyboard functions are included :

(BACKSPACE) : Backward one space, deleting the character

(SPACE BAR) : Space character key

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KEYBOARD

The ISL AD86 5G is equipped with a compact multilingual alphanumeric keypad. The tactile type
keys assure a user friendly operator / machine interface. The keypad provides for high resistance to
most chemicals encountered in this distillation analyzer environment.

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C. KEYBOARD / SCREEN FAMILIARIZATION

C1. Operations
A number of function keys correspond with often used operations.

Pressing a function key, e.g. (PROG), (QUAL), (CTRL)..., displays the corresponding menu. A menu
may contain submenus, or a number of commands. The operator must then enter the number
corresponding with the desired submenu or command.

If the analyzer hasn't been installed by a technician who is familiar with the correct
procedure, don't try any of these operations before first reading chapter 3,
"INSTALLATION...", and carrying out the instructions therein.

Installation having been successfully completed, you can try the following exercise.

For example if you press the (PROG) key the following display will appear :

DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES

1 – Creation / Modification / Display

2 – Saving the test programme
3 – Creation aid
4 – Self learning modification
5 – Lock / unlock
6 – Delete
Choice : _

As you can see each choice is numbered. You have only to enter the number corresponding with your
choice.

To select line 1, " Creation / Modification / Display ", enter "1".

The list of existing programmes are displayed.

In fact this command is quite important as it can be used to check the already existing programmes and
the corresponding programme numbers, before modifying an existing programme, or creating a new
programme.

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C2. Access Code

Due to the necessity to protect against manipulation by unauthorized persons, access to a number of
submenus and commands have been protected by access codes and/or by the analyzer password.

When a submenu or command which is protected by an access code is requested, the corresponding
display appears but the operator cannot enter any values before first entering the corresponding access
code.

As a simple exercise of familiarization, press the (CTRL) key and select option 3, "SERVICE
PARAMETERS". In the new menu that appears select, for example, option 1, "DIST. RATE
SETTING...".

The corresponding display appears but before any new values can be entered, the "Access Code" must
be entered as requested at the bottom of the display.

Refer to the Service Manual to know the access codes of the various command according to submenus.

This short lesson having been completed you can continue your discovery of the analyzer by the
creation of a programme.

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5 - THE DISTILLATION PROGRAMME

A. WHAT IS A DISTILLATION PROGRAMME ?
Your analyzer software has been designed to cater for a wide range of possibilities in conformity with
the standards used and your anticipated needs as a user.

A programme consists of a series of parameters which will act as guidelines for the distillation test.
The values of these parameters depend on the sample being analyzed and the type of analysis
(standard method and group).

Some parameter values will be determined experimentally while running a test. Once the operator is
satisfied, these values can be saved in a distillation programme (see also section H, "PROGRAMME
CREATION AID", of chapter 7).

Up to 40 programmes can be stored in the non-volatile memory of the analyzer.

All already existing programmes can be displayed by pressing the (PROG) key to display :

DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES

1 – Creation / Modification / Display

2 – Saving the test programme
3 – Creation aid
4 – Self learning modification
5 – Lock / unlock
6 – Delete
Choice : _

Select option 1 and all the programmes (maxi. 40) in the Distillation Programmes Memory will be
displayed (for further details on the Distillation Programmes Memory see section D of this chapter).

B. CREATING A PROGRAMME
Operators who are already familiar with the various types of distillation runs may find it more
convenient to create a complete programme as described in "B1" below.

However, for those who are less familiar with the various values necessary to carry out the distillation
in accordance with the different standard methods, there exists the possibility of using the
"PROGRAMME CREATION AID" which is treated in section H of chapter 7.

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B1. Total creation of a programme

In order to create your first programme, strike the function key (PROG), thus displaying the
"DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES" menu.

To select option 1, "CREATION / MODIFICATION / DISPLAY", of this menu you simply enter 1
opposite "CHOICE". The list of programmes is displayed.

Enter the programme number, followed by (ENT).

The "DISTILLATION PROGRAMME" display appears, but the operator cannot enter any parameters
before entering the password.

The cursor is positioned in front of :

Password :_

Enter the password and press (ENT).

Let us suppose that the programme number entered is "1".

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The first page of the display appears :

DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1 Pg.: 1 /2

Name : Essence
Temperature unit :C (C or F)
Method : D 86
Group : 1
Distillation rate : 4.5 %/min

Condenser setpoint : 2 °C
Condenser temperature delta : 0 °C
Graduate setpoint : 15 °C
First Heating Level : 20 W
First Heating Level Time : 3.0 mn
Second Heating Level : 55 W
Final heating adjustment : - 25 W

Barometric correction : 0 (0:no 1:yes)

Coefficient : 0
Rounded temperature : 0 (0:no 1:yes)

Expected Volume – Hold up : 98 %

FBP Detection : 2.0 °C

Temperature stop : 0.0 °C

Volume stop : 0.0 %
Stop Condition : 0 (0:FBP 2:DP or FBP
1:DP 3:DP and FBP)

15/09/94 12:17 Password: _ [Pg dn]

Press the (Pg dn) key to display the second page of the programme.

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DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1 Pg.: 2 /2

Temperature alarm : 0.0 °C

Volume alarm : 0.0 %
IBP alarm : 0 (0:no 1:yes)
FBP alarm : 0 (0:no 1:yes)
DP alarm : 0 (0:no 1:yes)
End-of-test alarm : 0 (0:no 1:yes)

Observed Temperature 1 : 0.0 °C

Observed Temperature 2 : 0.0 °C
Observed Temperature 3 : 0.0 °C
Observed Temperature 4 : 0.0 °C
Observed Temperature 5 : 0.0 °C

Printing Step : 5 %
Automatic Printing : 0 (0:no 1:yes)
Default Residue Value : 0.0 %

15/09/94 12:17 Password: _ [Pg up]

Once the correct password has been entered the "DISTILLATION PROGRAMME" display appears
with the cursor positioned on the first line.

• Type in the programme "NAME" and press (ENT) to confirm. The cursor moves to the next
parameter line.

Reminder : To switch from Alpha mode to Numeric mode press the ( −) key beside the
Alpha/Alpha indicators.

• Type in the temperature unit, C or F, and press (ENT).

• Type in the method number, e.g. "86", and press (ENT).

The letter "D" appears before "86" on confirming the entry.

For the standard method NF M07-002, type in the integers without the hyphen, "07002".

• Type in the group number (0 to 4 for ASTM D 86) and press (ENT).

The next 4 parameter lines are filled out automatically, in accordance with the group selected,
once the group number is confirmed by pressing (ENT).

• Use the (DOWN) arrow key to select the next parameter line, or the (UP) arrow key to modify one
of the parameters already entered.

If you have typed in a parameter, but you haven't confirmed it by pressing (ENT), then
the (UP) and (DOWN) arrow keys will not be enabled. To enable these 2 keys you must

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confirm your typed entry by pressing (ENT).

• Type in the next parameter value and confirm by pressing (ENT).

The cursor will now be positioned on the next line. If you want, you can proceed in this way and
enter parameter values for all parameter lines. If the parameter is an option (e.g. 0 or 1), a guide is
provided at the end of that parameter line.

• When you are satisfied that your programme is completed, press (OK) to confirm all the entries on
the display.

If during programme creation (or modification) you want to abandon the operation without saving
the entries described above, press the (RESET) key. In this way any entry errors can be rapidly
cancelled.

Having pressed (OK) you may see the following message on the left of the display.

WARNING !

The programme
isn't correct !

Despite this message your programme will be saved, but you can of course correct it.

In this case press another function key to continue, or if you correct the errors press (OK).

B2. Programme Creation Aid

For an explanation of this command, see section H, "PROGRAMME CREATION AID" of chapter 7,
"STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST".

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C. DESCRIPTION OF THE VARIOUS PARAMETERS

The complete list of parameters can be grouped as follows.

C1. Programme Identification

C1.1. Programme Name

It is for identification purposes. In this way, when you summon a programme using a number, you can
immediately check that this is the programme you had in mind. A maximum of 25 characters can be
used.

C2. Standard, Group and Rate

C2.1 Method

The method number indicates to the microprocessor the necessity, if one exists, to make an emergent
column correction. On selection a distillation rate is proposed (see C2.3).

C2.2 Group Number

Depending on the group number are the following :

• The non-emergent column correction, as there are two types of thermometer in the method.
Note : This correction only applies during testing and when the group is known.
• The diameter of the centered hole of the ceramic support board (displayed during test start),
• The temperature of the condenser bath and the graduate compartment.

If, in the latter case, you don't respect the temperature limits it will be indicated to you when you
confirm your programme.

Note: For samples of group 4, the temperature of the graduate compartment is controlled following
instructions of standard methods. So it could be controlled according to the charge temperature of the
sample which could be entered at test start. Then, the graduate setpoint of the running programme is
modified for the test but the stored programme is not modified.

C2.3 Distillation Rate

This is the uniform average rate of condensation from 5 or 10% volume to 5 ml residue in the flask.

When a method and a group are selected, the corresponding standard distillation rate value is proposed
to the operator. The operator has nevertheless the possibility of modifying the standard value
proposed.

The standard values are given in the tables for the method being used.

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C3. Temperature Readings Parameters

C3.1 Temperature Unit

Here you enter C or F depending on whether you wish to use degrees Centigrade or Fahrenheit.

C3.2 Rounded Temperature

If you select this parameter option all temperature readings will be corrected to the nearest 0.5°C
(1.0°F). If not selected the readings are recorded as read by the analyzer, precision 0.1°C (0.1°F).

C4. Temperature Parameter Values

Standard values are proposed to the operator on selecting the method and the group, but other values
may be entered.

C4.1 Bath Regulation Setpoint

This is the temperature around which the condenser cooling bath is regulated during the test. The
standard temperature setpoints are given in the tables for the "conditions during test procedure" for the
method
See also C4.3, "GRADUATE CHAMBER SETPOINT".

C4.2 Bath Temperature Delta

When it is different from zero, this parameter indicates the bath temperature variation desired between
detection of the first drop and the end of the test. The gradient of this variation will be uniform.

C4.3 Graduate (or Receiver) Chamber Setpoint

This is the temperature setpoint of the graduate cylinder chamber during the test.
The standard temperature setpoints are given in the tables for the "conditions during test procedure"
for the method. The graduate temperature setpoint entered must be ≤ 40 °C (104 °F).
For samples of group 4, the temperature of the graduate compartment could be also controlled
according to the charge temperature of the sample which is entered at test starting (refer to the chapter
7 - STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST section C. STARTING THE TEST page 73).

C5. Barometric Pressure Corrections

C5.1 Barometric Corrections

If the distillation procedure so requires, it is possible to automatically correct the thermometer readings
for the calculation of results.
This is done by entering "1" for yes, 0 for no (the atmospheric pressure reading is automatically taken
by venting).

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C5.2 Coefficient

If the barometric correction has been demanded, then the operator has the possibility, for some
standard methods, of entering the coefficient for the calculation of the barometric correction.

• Enter "0" for a calculation in accordance with the ASTM D 86 method.

• Multiply by 1000 the coefficient given in the standard tables for the ASTM methods D 850 and D
1078 and enter as coefficient (e.g. D 1078 - coefficient acetone X 1000 = 0.039 X 1000 = 39).

For all other methods, enter "0" for the coefficient.

For further details see chapter 15, "METHODS,...".

C6. Heating Parameters

C6.1 First Level Heating

Its role is to rapidly heat up the heating element, and thus the flask and distillate.

Its value, entered in watts, will be determined by experimentation to find a suitable value which
enables the initial boiling point to be reached in the time specified by the standards.

C6.2 Duration of First Level Heating

This duration, expressed in minutes and tenths of a minute, shouldn't last too long as the second level
heating needs time to stabilize (after 5% the average rate of condensation should be uniform).

C6.3 Second Level Heating

The heating power value during the second level heating is entered here. This uniform heating power
is applied until the Initial Boiling Point is reached. This is the value around which the heating is
regulated in order to obtain a uniform rate of distillation. If it is specified in the standard method, e.g.
ASTM D 86, the heating is also regulated around this value so as to respect the time specifications
from the IBP to 5 or 10% volume, as indicated in the standard method.

C6.4 Final Heating Adjustment

If time specifications are applicable to the standard method (e.g. ASTM D 86) between 5% residue
and the Final Boiling Point, then the heating power should be readjusted so as to respect these
specifications.

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C7. End-of-Test Parameters

C7.1 Expected Volume – Hold up

The Expected Volume – Hold up is the amount of condensate recovered as in the example below. The
system uses this value to determine the 5% residue point and the time necessary for the distillation.

Do not confuse the "Expected Volume " with the "percent recovery" (the volume of
condensate measured at 2-minute intervals when 2 successive observations agree) or
with the "percent total recovery". When entering the "Expected Volume Distillate",
take into account the "dynamic hold-up" suspended in the flask and transient in the
condenser) and the "front end losses" (evaporation at the beginning of the distillation).

For example :
Estimated dynamic hold-up : 2ml
Estimated front end losses : 1 ml
Expected Volume – Hold up = 100 – 2 – 1 = 97 ml

The system then determines the 5 % residue point at 97 – 5 = 92 ml. The "final heating adjustment"
phase will thus begin at this point. At the 5% residue point, there will be :

92 ml in the graduate
2 ml dynamic hold up
5 ml in the flask

Percent total recovery = 99 ml (presuming that there is no further loss after 92 ml)
+ 1 ml front end losses
Total = 100 ml

See also the figure "Volume at 5% residue point" at the end of this chapter

C7.2 Final Boiling Point Detection

The Final Boiling Point is detected by a temperature drop (t°C). This parameter is usually between 1
and 5°C. This detection parameter means that any intermediate temperature (< t °C) variations are
neglected.

The maximum temperature reading (before the temperature drop) is then determined and recorded as
the FBP.

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>= t°C

Temperature drop >= t°C, FBP

detected

< t°C, temperature

drop neglected

C8. Programmed Test Stops

The operator can programme test stops for a number of eventualities.

C8.1 Temperature Stop

The operator can programme a test to stop at the temperature value entered for this parameter.

C8.2 Volume Stop

The operator can programme a test stop at the volume (%) entered for this parameter.

C8.3 Stop Condition

The test can be programmed to stop for :

• "FBP" - the test stops when the FBP is detected

• "DP" - the test stops when the DP is detected

• "FBP or DP" - the test stops when either the FBP or the DP is detected

• "FBP and DP" - the test stops when the FBP and the DP have both been detected.

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C9. Alarm Parameters

A number of possibilities exist for triggering an audio alarm if the operator wants to be warned when a
given point in the test has been reached.

C9.1 Temperature Alarm

An audio alarm is triggered when a given temperature has been reached.

C9.2 Volume Alarm

An audio alarm is triggered when a given volume of condensate has been recovered.

C9.3 Initial Boiling Point Alarm

An audio alarm is triggered when the first drop of condensate is detected.

C9.4. Final Boiling Point Alarm

An audio alarm is triggered when the FBP is detected.

C9.5 Dry Point Alarm

An alarm is triggered when the Dry Point (automatic or manual) is detected.

Note : For a manual dry point test an alarm is triggered at 5% residue.

C9.6 End-of-Test Alarm

An alarm is triggered when the test is terminated.

(The parameter values for C9.3 to C9.6 are "0", for no and "1" for yes.)

C10. Observed temperatures

The operator can enter up to 5 "observation" temperatures, of special interest to him, for which the
corresponding volumes of condensate will be recorded and available in the results.

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C11. Results Parameters

C11.1 Printing Step

Here the operator can enter the frequency (in percent volume) with which he wants results printed.
Parameters possible 1 to 10%.

C11.2 Automatic Results Printout

If the operator wants the results printed out automatically at the end of the test, he should enter "1" for
yes - if not, he should enter "0" for no.

C11.3 Residue Default Value (only for automatic printout)

This parameter permits the operator to enter a default value for the Per Cent Residue left in the flask at
the end of the distillation.

If the operator enters a default value here the results will be calculated and the test stopped
automatically (for further details see chapter 7, "STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST", section E8,
"TEST STOPPING").

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D. PROGRAMME MODIFICATION AND PROGRAMME "0"

D1. Programmes in the Memory Stock
Up to 40 programmes can be stored in the memory which we call "DPM", Distillation Programmes
Memory. When a programme is created, it is stored in the DPM memory.

A programme from the DPM memory can be visualized, with a view to modification, using exactly the
same procedure as when creating a programme (see section B of this chapter).

Any of the parameters (even the name) can be modified or you can enter a completely new
programme. In the latter case, you will understand, the original programme will be lost.

N.B. To modify a programme it must be "unlocked" (see section F, "LOCKING / UNLOCKING..." of

this chapter for further details).

Note : For samples of group 4, the graduate temperature could be regulated according
to the charge temperature of the sample which is entered at test starting. Thus, the
stored programme is not modified and the self learning is not lost.
Reminder : At any time before pressing the (OK) key to confirm all the parameter
values displayed, you can press the (RESET) key to abandon parameter entry and the
original programme won't be modified.
Never use the (PROG) key to modify a programme which is running a test.

D2. A Programme Running a Test

On starting a distillation test (explained in chapter 7) the programme, identified by its number, is
transferred to the memory called "DWM" or Distillation (Unit) Working Memory.

If the programme is unlocked, the operator can modify all but 6 parameters during test running. These
6 are "Temperature unit", "Method", "Group", "Distillation rate", "Barometric correction" and
"Coefficient". If the programmed alarms and the observed temperatures are modified, the programme
number is unchanged. If any of the other "modifiable parameters" are modified, the programme
number is unchanged. If any of the other "modifiable parameters" are modified during a test run, the
programme number becomes "0".

The original programme in the "DPM" memory remains unchanged.

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This is done by pressing the (RESET) key to display : progress indicator (*)

Sample : WS Xxxxxxxxxxxx
Op :

Vapor : 20.9 °C Bath : 2 °C DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1

Volume : 0.0 % Grad. : 15 °C
Power : 68 W Amb : 24 °C Name : AUTO1WS G2
Time : 3 mn 04 s Prs. : 760 kPa Temperature unit :C
Rate : X.X %/mn Method : D 86
Group :2
09/02/95 11:20 Distillation rate (%/mn) : 4.5
IBP
5 Condenser Setpoint :2 °C
10 Bath Temperature Delta: 0 °C
20 Graduate Setpoint : 15 °C
30 First Level Heating : 220 W
40 First Level Heating Time : 3.0 mn
50 Second Level Heating : 68 W
60 Final heating adjustment :8 W
70
80 Barometric correction :0
90 Coefficient :0
Rounded Temperature :0
FBP
DP Expected Volume – Hold up : 98 %
FBP detection : 2.0 °C

Temperature Stop : 0.0 °C

Volume Stop : 0.0 %
Stop Condition :

09/01/95 11:23 Password :_ [Pg Dn]

(*) "xxxxxxxxxx" depends on the phase of the test.

The values given above are only given for explanatory purposes and may not be
suitable for a test run.

• Enter the password and confirm with (ENT).

To change a parameter you have only to place your cursor, using the (UP) and (DOWN) arrow keys
and type in the new value, not forgetting to press (ENT) after each value changed.

Once a parameter has been changed, the programme number becomes "0". In this way you will know
if the programme under test has been changed by error, or by an unauthorized person.

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D3. Modification of a programme while in standby

At the end of a test run, or when a test run is stopped the distillation programme used remains
displayed in "standby" mode.

A programme displayed in this way may be modified if you know the password. If you want you may
modify all the programme parameters, except for the "temperature unit".

The programme number becomes "0" after modification, except for modification of the programmed
alarms and the observed temperatures, in which cases the programme number remains unchanged.

This possibility may be convenient when a test has been stopped (either manually or automatically)
and you are not satisfied with some of the parameter values.

E. SAVING AND PRINTING A PROGRAMME

E1. Saving the "Programme 0"
To save a programme which has been modified during a test run press the (PROG) key to display :

DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES

1 – Creation / Modification / Display

2 – Saving the test programme
3 – Creation aid
4 – Self learning modification
5 – Lock / unlock
6 – Delete
Choice : _

Select option 2.

• Enter the password.

• Type in the programme number, as requested on the display, under which you want to save the
"Programme 0".

If it is the case, a warning message is displayed alerting you to the presence of anomalies in the
"Programme 0".

If you don't want to save the programme, because of the anomalies, press the (RESET) key.

Nevertheless, you may continue and save the programme.

If you enter the number of a programme which already exists, a warning message appears.

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Programme exists already !

Continue (Y/N) ? :_

If you want to save the "programme 0" under this number, press "Y". If not, press "N" and the display
returns to the "DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES" menu, so you must start again, selecting option 2
and entering a different programme number.

E2. Programme Printout

To print a programme press the (PRINT) key to display :

PRINTOUT

1 – Results
2 – Results on 80 columns (type 1)
3 – Results on 80 columns (type 2)
4 – Test temperatures
5 – Service parameters
6 – Service values
7 – Distillation programmes
8 – Faults review
9 – Printer configuration
0 – Printer initialization
Choice :_

Enter 5, for "DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES", the display becomes :

DISTILLATION PRINTOUT

Number :_

Type in the programme number and press (ENT) to confirm.

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F. LOCKING / UNLOCKING A PROGRAMME

The system has an automatic "apprenticeship" functions which, at the end of each test, records any
corrections made on heating power parameters of the distillation programme used. These corrections
will then be used during the next test with this programme. However, if the operator is satisfied with
the results obtained with the programme and doesn't want it to be further modified, he can "lock" the
programme, thus inhibiting further modifications. To do so :

• Strike the function key (PROG) to display the "DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES" menu and
select option 5 "LOCK / UNLOCK".

A line, requesting the password, is added to the bottom of the display.

• Enter the password and press (ENT) to confirm. The display becomes :

LOCK / UNLOCK

Programme number :_

• Enter the programme number and press (ENT) to confirm. If an invalid programme number is
entered, a message will be displayed :

INVALID PROGRAMME

If the programme number is valid, a line will be added to the display.

Lock = 1, unlock = 0 : X_

Enter 1 and confirm by pressing (ENT) to lock the programme.

The display returns to the previous display.

If you want to lock, or unlock another programme, type in and confirm its number and repeat the
operation.

• When the list of programmes is displayed, or when a programme itself is displayed, an asterisk
indicates if a programme is locked.

• During programme creation / modification, all programme parameters of an unlocked

programme can be modified. In standby mode, the "temperature unit" cannot be modified.

• During programme creation / modification or when the analyzer is in standby mode, only the
programme parameters concerning programmed alarms and observed temperatures of a locked
programme can be modified.

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• The operator can modify all but 6 parameters of an unlocked programme during test running.
These 6 are : "Temperature unit", "Method", "Group", "Distillation rate", Barometric correction"
and "Coefficient".

• Only the programmed alarms and the observed temperatures parameters of a locked programme
can be modified during test running.

Volume at 5 % residue point

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6 - MEASUREMENT CHECKS
Having successfully created a distillation programme, but before starting your first test run, it is a good
idea at this stage to check the volume and temperature measurements.

In this way you will check the factory settings.

Having completed these operations (calibrations if necessary) you can have confidence in your
analyzer readings.

You will also have acquired a solid working knowledge of the analyzer and the self-confidence to start
your first test.

For further details on measurement checks and other checks that should be performed regularly, see
"REGULAR MAINTENANCE" chapter of this manual.

Firstly, be aware that a unit that is running a test cannot carry out any diagnostics. Note also that a post
in diagnostic mode cannot start a test.

A. VOLUME
A volume measurement check cannot be performed on a distillation unit which is running a test.

For the volume measurement check, use a clean, dry graduated cylinder, into which has been added a
known volume (between 5 and 95 ml) of a sample (don't use a sample which is volatile at the present
temperature of the receiver chamber ! Use for example diesel oil).

• Press the (QUAL) key and the display becomes :

QUALITY

1. Measurement circuits calibration

2. Reminder of date of the last calibrations
3. Verification of volume measurement
4. Calibration ticket
Choice :_

• Enter 3 for "VERIFICATION OF VOLUME MEASUREMENT".

The display becomes :

VERIFICATION OF VOLUME MEASUREMENT

Place a graduate containing a known volume

Confirm [OK] when the graduate is in place.

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• Put the graduated cylinder in position in the receiver chamber.

The correct position is :

• Volume markings on the graduate to the front

• The receiver deflector touching the inner front wall of the graduate.

• Press [OK].

The display becomes :

VERIFICATION OF VOLUME MEASUREMENT

Volume XXX.X
wait for 40 s approx.

[OK] End of verification

• After a short delay, the level follower will go to the zero position at the bottom of the graduate,
before then rising to the top of the sample.

The volume reading changes in correspondence with the level follower position.

• Wait until the reading stabilizes and then check that it corresponds with the volume in the
graduated cylinder.

• If the reading is correct, press (OK) and the level follower rises to its standby position. You can
now perform the temperature verification.

If the reading is incorrect, consult the chapter 10, "CALIBRATION" of the Service Manual and
carry out a calibration.

If the operator adopts this procedure to ensure the reliability of the analyzer readings, then this check
should be performed at regular intervals (see chapter 13 of this manual).

If a 200 ml graduate cylinder is used for the standard method, the operator should
perform the volume measurement check using a 200 ml graduate.

If calibration is necessary, also use a 200 ml graduate for the calibration.

If a change in test method entails a change in the graduate capacity (100 ml/200 ml)
then for correct measurements, carry out a volume measurement check and if
necessary, perform calibrations using a standard 100 ml/200ml graduate.

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B. VAPOR TEMPERATURE
Just as for the volume reading, you cannot check the temperature reading while the distillation unit is
in test mode.

To carry out a temperature check, first disconnect the temperature probe on the front of the analyzer
and replace it by an ISL probe simulator, PS 400. The probe connector, front view (4), is the one on
the right.

Display the current readings by pressing (DIAG) and selecting option 1, "SERVICE DISPLAY.

The following display appears :

SERVICE

Temperatures Volume : VVV %

Motor steps : vvvv
Vapor : TTT.T °C Distillation rate : D.DD %/mn
A/D Conversion : tttt pts
Probe resistance : PPP.P ohms First drop emitter : EEEE pts
First drop receiver : RRR pts
Graduate chamber : GG.G °C Level follower emitter : eeee pts
A/D Conversion : ggg pts Level follower receiver : rrrr pts

Condenser bath : BB.B °C Power requested : PPP W

A/D Conversion : ggg pts Power control : ppp pts
Wattage measured (U*I) : www W
Ambient : AA.A °C Voltage : vv.v V
A/D Conversion : aaa pts Current : ii.i A

Cooling syst. tank : RR.R °C Atmospheric pressure : AAA.A mm Hg

A/D Conversion : rrr pts A/D conversion : aaaaa pts

Thermocouple Reference 2V
A/D Conversion : xxx pts A/D Conversion : yyy pts

Flags : Q PONMLKJI HGFEDCBA

10/11/94 04:23

• Set the PS 400 rotary switch on 0°C (32°F).

• Once the temperature reading opposite "VAPOUR" has stabilized (in particular the A/D
conversion count should be stable), check it, it should of course be 0°C.

• Then position the PS 400 rotary switch on 400°C (752°F) and check the vapor temperature
reading once it has stabilized (the A/D conversion count should be stable). The reading should be
of course 400 °C.

• If calibration is necessary, consult chapter 10, "CALIBRATION", of the Service Manual for the
calibration procedure.

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The temperature measurement check should be performed at regular intervals (see chapter 13).

C. CONDENSER BATH TEMPERATURE

To carry out a quick check on the measurement circuits of the bath condenser probe, use the vapor
temperature probe, having reconnected it on the front of the analyzer.

• Pour a little heat exchanging liquid into the temperature check well, provided for condenser bath
temperature verification on the top of the analyzer (front view "1"). Now place the vapor
temperature probe in this plastic orifice. It is located in front of the green indicator lamp.

• Using the "SERVICE" display once again, wait until the "VAPOR" temperature and the
"CONDENSER BATH" temperature readings have stabilized. In particular, the A/D conversion
counts should be stable.

• These two readings should be the same.

This verification should be performed at regular intervals (see chapter 13).*

D. GRADUATE COMPARTMENT
• The temperature measurement of the graduate compartment can be checked by firstly pressing
(DIAG) and selecting option 1, "SERVICE DISPLAY".

The "SERVICE" display appears.

• Now place a thermometer in the graduate compartment, with the bulb halfway up the
compartment.

• After stabilization of the thermometer reading and of the temperature reading opposite "GRAD.
COMPARTMENT", check for conformity.

This verification should be performed at regular intervals (see chapter 13).*

E. SERVICE VALUES PRINTOUT

A printout of the values in the "SERVICE" display - shown above in section B - can be had by
pressing (PRINT) and selecting option 4, "SERVICE VALUES".

(*) Calibrations of the condenser bath, graduate chamber and cooling system (tank) temperature
measurement circuits are performed automatically.

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F. GENERAL ON MEASUREMENT CIRCUITS RELIABILITY

To ensure that the analyzer readings are reliable, the following points should be respected.

1. Either :
a. Carry out periodic verifications of the volume and temperature measurements

Perform calibrations if necessary,

or :

b. Perform calibrations systematically at pre-programmed periods.

2. Carry out verifications and / or calibrations if the results are abnormal.

3. Calibrations should be performed after, for example, the following interventions on the
analyzer :

• Replacement of the level follower optical detectors

• Replacement of the central unit board.

Calibrations of the condenser bath, the graduate chamber and the cooling system tank
temperature measurement circuits are performed automatically. If during verification
of their temperature measurement circuits, abnormal readings are noticed, refer to
chapter 8, "TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT CHECKS", of the Service Manual for
further verifications.

Calibration procedures for the ambient temperature measurement circuits (ambient temperature and
atmospheric pressure) are described in chapter 10, "CALIBRATION", of the Service Manual.

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7 - STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST

A. SAMPLING ACCORDING TO ASTM D 86 METHOD

To determine the "group" characteristics for the sample to be tested, consult table 1 of the standard
method.
Having identified the sample group, sampling should be performed in accordance with table 2 of the
standard method (the tables below are extracts from the "Annual Book of ASTM Standards - 1994").
A1. Group 0

Collect the sample in a bottle previously cooled to between 0 and 4.5°C (32 and 40°F).
Where possible, immerse the bottle in the liquid until full and discard the first sample.
If this is not possible, then the sample should be drawn off into the previously cooled bottle.
Close the bottle immediately with a tight-fitting stopper and place the sample in an ice bath or
refrigerator so as to maintain it at the storing temperature.

A2. Groups 1 and 2

Collect and maintain the sample as described for group 0, but this time at a temperature of 0 to 10°C
(32 to 50°F).

A3. Groups 3 and 4

Maintain the sample at ambient temperature. If the sample is not fluid at ambient temperature, it
should be maintained at a temperature of 11°C (20°F) above its pour point.
Note: The temperature of charge sample of group 4 will be entered before starting the test to control
the graduate compartment (refer to the chapter 7 - STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST section C.
STARTING THE TEST page 73).
Samples that have visible traces of water are not suitable for testing.

A4. Groups 1, 2 and 3

If the sample is not dry, prepare another sample that is free from suspended water.

A5. Groups 3 and 4

In cases where a water free sample isn't practical, the suspended water can be removed by shaking the
sample with anhydrous sodium sulfate or other suitable drying agent and then separating it from the
drying agent by decanting.

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ACCESSORIES / PREPARATION FOR ASTM D 86 - 93

APPARATUS ACCESSORIES AND SAMPLE

Group 0 1 2 3 4
Flask ml 100 125 125 125 125

ASTM Distillation 7C (7F) 7C (7F) 7C (7F) 7C (7F) 8C (8F)

Thermometer

IP Distillation 5C 5C 5C 5C 6C
Thermometer

Flask Support A B B C C
Diameter of hole 32 (1.25) 38 (1.5) 38 (1.5) 50 (2.0) 50 (2.0)
mm (in)

Sample ml 100 100 100 100 100

PREPARATION TEMPERATURES

Group 0 1 2 3 4
Flask/Thermometer
(°C) 0 to 4.5 13 to 18 13 to 18 13 to 18 Not above
(°F) 32 to 40 55 to 65 55 to 65 55 to 65 Ambient

Flask support and Not above Not above Not above Not above Not above
shield Ambient Ambient Ambient Ambient Ambient

Graduate and sample

(°C) 0 to 4.5 13 to 18 13 to 18 13 to 18 13 –
(°F) 32 to 40 55 to 65 55 to 65 55 to 65 ambient
55 –
ambient

Temperatures During the Test Run

Group 0 1 2 3 4
Graduate Bath
(°C) 0 to 4 13 to 18 13 to 18 13 to 18 +/- 3°C *
(°F) 32 to 40 55 to 65 55 to 65 55 to 65 +/- 5 F *

Condenser Bath
(°C) 0 to 1 0 to 1 0 to 4 0 to 4 0 to 60
(°F) 32 to 34 32 to 34 32 to 40 32 to 40 32 to 140

(*) +/- T° C/F from the temperature of the sample

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B. PREPARATION OF THE ANALYZER AND APPARATUS

• Swab the condenser tube using the pull-through supplied by ISL (don't use a wire pull-through
which will scratch the inside of the condenser tube). See also section C, "STARTING THE
TEST", of this chapter.

• Place the ceramic (flask support) board with centered opening - diameter as specified for the group
- on the heating element support (when starting up the test the opening diameter is indicated on the
display).

• To stop lathering put a small quantity of Pumice Stone in the flask.

Don't use any pumice stone for dry point tests.

• Pour the 100 ml of prepared sample into the flask, taking care that none of it flows into the vapor
tube.

• Pass the vapor temperature probe through the D 86 Flask Stopper, so that the top of the platinum
coil of the probe is level with the bottom inner wall of the vapor tube (see the diagram for method
D 86 in chapter 14).

• Adjust the flask in a vertical position, fitting the vapor tube (by means of its silicon stopper), so
that it extends into the vapor tube between 25 to 50 mm.

• Turn the knob on the bottom of the heating block thus raising up the heating block so that the
support board fits snugly against the flask.

• Place the provided rubber collar on the projecting lower end of the condenser tube in the receiver
chamber.

• Without drying the graduate, place it, with its receiver deflector in position, under the lower end of
the condenser tube.

• The graduations of the graduate should be to the front and the tip of the receiver deflector should
be in contact with the front inner wall of the graduate.

• If the graduate and the receiver deflector have been correctly positioned, then the detection of the
first drop shouldn't be disturbed (the receiver deflector should be facing towards the front). Make
sure that the indicator lamp for the detection of the drops isn't lit up.

• Push down the rubber collar (on the end of the condenser tube) so as to cover the top of the
graduate.

• Close the door of the graduate compartment.

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B1. PARTICULAR CASE OF D86, GROUP 0

To carry out a distillation test, complying with the ASTM standard D 86, on a sample of Group 0 the
operator may proceed by starting up a suitable programme as described below in section C,
"STARTING THE TEST".

However if the operator anticipates such a test, and as the reservoir temperature must be brought down
to -13°C (9 °F), the operator may save time by preparing the reservoir temperature in advance.

To do so proceed as follows :

Press the (CTRL) key, to display the "CONTROLS" menu and select "4 - PREPARATION FOR D86
GROUP 0"

The display becomes :

PREPARATION FOR D 86 GROUP 0

If the next distillation is in group 0,

confirm [OK]

This preparation can be activated :

- when in standby

- during test running for the next test.

As indicated on the screen, this operation can be performed while in standby or during a test run.

In either case you will be alerted by an intermittent alarm when the cooling system tank is ready. The
temperatures must be : Cooling system tank =< - 10 °C (14 °F), Condenser bath < 28 °C (82.5 °F).

The temperature of the graduated cylinder for a group 0 test should be as indicated in
the ASTM D86 method. The analyzer is not meant to cool down a "warm" graduated
cylinder, but is only designed to maintain the temperature between 0 and 4°C (32 to
40°F).

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C. STARTING THE TEST

For group 0 tests read "CAUTION" of section B1 above.

• Press the (TEST) key. There are 2 possible displays.

1. If the temperature of the condenser bath is ≥ 28 °C (82.5 °F on pressing the (TEST) key, the
following display appears :

The condenser bath temperature is maintained at a high

temperature to enable you to clean the condenser bath.

When condenser tube cleaning has been performed,

press [OK] to confirm.
The bath temperature will then be lowered.

29/12/94 16:08

• When cleaning has been performed, see the first operation of section B for the cleaning procedure,
press [OK] and the condenser bath temperature is lowered to 23 °C (73.5 °F).

2. If the temperature of the condenser bath is < 28 °C (82.5 °F) on pressing the (TEST) key, or if
(OK) is pressed as explained in "1" above, the following display appears :

TEST START

CAUTION : BEFORE STARTING THE TEST,

CHECK FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM

Conditions of distillation

Programme number :_
Sample identifier :
Operator :

29/12/94 16:08 [OK]: Confirm

A group 0 test is only possible if the cooling system tank temperature is ≤ - 10°C
(14°F) and the condenser bath temperature is < 28 °C (82.5 °F). If not a "not ready for
group 0" alarm is triggered.

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If at this stage faults have been detected, the following message will appear :

TEST IMPOSSIBLE, FAULTS DETECTED

Other messages which may be displayed include : "warning ! perform calibrations", "automatic
calibration required", "test running", "test impossible, analyzer in diagnostic", "test impossible,
analyzer in calibrations", "test impossible, perform calibrations", "remote control"...

Once a distillation run has been started from the PC the "REMOTE CONTROL..."
message will be signaled on the analyzer on pressing the (TEST) key on the analyzer.

• If everything is okay enter the programme number and confirm by pressing (ENT).

Once you have entered the programme number the name of the programme will be displayed on the
same line.

In this way the operator can check that he has summoned the correct programme.

Also, a line is added to the display reminding the operator of the diameter of the flask support board
that should be used.

Support board opening : 38 mm

or,

DISTILLATION PROGRAMME DOES NOT EXIST

Moreover, if the programme selected is a programme for samples of group 4, the following line is
added for the charge temperature of the sample to be entered:

Sample temperature: 23°C

The sample temperature displayed is the graduate setpoint temperature programmed. Enter the charge
temperature of the sample then press (ENT) to modify it, if necessary. Then the graduate chamber
temperature will be regulated on this charge temperature.

Continue as follows :

• Enter the sample identifier and confirm by pressing (ENT)

• Enter the operator's name and confirm by pressing (ENT).
• Press (OK) to start the test.

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If results transmission of the previous results has been requested on the external link (PC or RS 232C /
Current Loop) and they haven't been transmitted, a message informs you. You have the option of
continuing and losing the results, or ending the test start-up.

For details of the operation of the external link, see chapter 12, "PC CONNECTION", or chapter 19,
"RS 232C EXTERNAL LINK...".

D. REFUSAL TO START A TEST

Apart from the faults messages listed above in section C, e.g. "TEST IMPOSSIBLE, FAULTS
DETECTED", a refusal may also be due to an operator error. The operator will be informed by display
of the following errors :

• Graduate cylinder absent – signaled by alarm

• Programme not correct

• Thermocouple absent, not connected (automatic dry point) - signaled by an alarm

• Not ready for group 0 run – signaled by an alarm

• Vapor temperature probe absent (available as accessory).

E. TEST RUNNING
One of the main advantages of the ISL analyzer AD86 5G during test running is the possibility of
displaying the evolving distillation graph on the analyzer LCD graphic screen.

For further details see chapter 8, "RESULTS".

When the test is started, the display (shown below) appears automatically, thus permitting the operator
to follow the evolution of the test.

The message "IBP DETERMINATION" appears at the top right of the display, above the
"DISTILLATION PROGRAMME".

The operator should pay particular attention to the message appearing here as it
indicates the progress of the distillation test through its different phases. Other display
messages possible are : "--> 5% residue", "FBP/DP detection", "volume stabilization",
"waiting residue" and when the test is terminated, "standby".

The display permits the operator to follow the progress of the test according to pre-established steps,
while at the same time viewing the distillation programme.

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Sample : WS IBP determination

Op :

Vapor : 23.0 °C Bath : 2 °C DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1

Volume : 0.0 % Grad. : 15 °C
Power : 68 W Amb : 24 °C Name : AUTO1WS G2
Time : 3 mn 04 s Prs. : 760 kPa Temperature unit :C
Rate : 0.0 %/mn Method : D 86
Group :2
09/02/95 11:20 Distillation rate (%/mn) : 4.5
IBP
5 Condenser Setpoint :2 °C
10 Bath Temperature Delta: 0 °C
20 Graduate Setpoint : 15 °C
30 First Level Heating : 220 W
40 First Level Heating Time : 3.0 mn
50 Second Level Heating : 68 W
60 Final heating adjustment :0 W
70
80 Barometric correction :0
90 Coefficient :0
Rounded Temperature :0
FBP
DP Expected Volume – Hold up : 98 %
FBP detection : 2.0 °C

Temperature Stop : 0.0 °C

Volume Stop : 0.0 %
Stop Condition :

09/02/95 11:23 Password :_ [Pg Dn]

On the top left of the display you can view a certain number of readings, including time and rate.

In this way the various stages of the distillation can be followed on the screen.

If the operator wants to modify the programme, he must enter the password and confirm by pressing
(ENT).

• The operator can modify all but 6 parameters of an unlocked programme during test running.
These 6 are : "Temperature unit", Method", "Group", "Distillation rate", "Barometric correction"
and "Coefficient". If the programmed alarms and the observed temperatures are modified, the
programme number is unchanged. If any of the other modifiable parameters are modified, the
programme number becomes "0". When in standby, all the programme parameters can be
modified, except "Temperature unit". The programmed number becomes "0" after modification,
except for modification of the programmed alarms and the observed temperatures, in which cases
the programme number remains unchanged.

• Press (Pg Dn) to display the second page.

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Sample : WS Standby
Op :

Vapor : 30.0 °C Bath : 23 °C DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1

Volume : 0.0 % Grad. : 23 °C
Power : 0 W Amb : 24 °C
Time : 2 mn 00 s Prs. : 760 kPa Temperature alarm : 0.0 °C
Rate : 0.0 %/mn Volume Alarm : 0.0 %
IBP Alarm :0
09/02/95 11:20 09/01/95 11:58 FBP Alarm :0
DP Alarm :0
IBP 154.9 9mn35s End-of-test Alarm :0
5 159.3 66s
10 160.3 4.9 Observed temperature : 0.0 °C
20 161.7 4.6 Observed temperature : 0.0 °C
30 163.5 4.5 Observed temperature : 0.0 °C
40 165.2 4.3 Observed temperature : 0.0 °C
50 167.0 4.5 Observed temperature : 0.0 °C
60 169.1 4.4
70 171.4 4.4 Printing Step :5 %
80 174.5 4.2 Automatic Printing :0
90 179.6 4.1 Default Residue Value : 0.0 %
93.0 182.6 21mn03s
95.0 188.2
FBP 97.2 192.0 3mn15s
DP

09/01/95 12:30 [Pg Up]

For explanatory purposes, the second page (shown above) includes all the readings of
a completed test, from IBP to FBP.

The values given above are only given for explanatory purposes and may not be
suitable for a test run.

You will notice that 2 extra lines have been added for the 5% residue and 95 %.

When no drops are detected during a 2 minute interval after the FBP, the timer reading displayed stops
at "2mn" (opposite "Time :").

To display the first page again press (Pg Up).

The various distillation stages, which can be followed on the screen, are explained below.

E1. First Heating Level

You can observe the heating power wattage of the first heating phase (on the top left of the screen). On
starting up it triggers the timer.

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E2. Second Level Heating

After a time "t", programmed by you, the second heating phase will be signaled by a change in the
heating power wattage reading.

E3. Initial Boiling Point

The readings (temperature, time and rate), recorded opposite IBP, correspond with the detection of the
first drop of condense falling from the lower end of the condenser tube.

The timer is reset and the test phase messages changes from "IBP determination" to "--> 5% residue".

E4. The Distillation

The heating is regulated so as to respect the time delays between IBP and 5 or 10% recovered and to
obtain the uniform distillation rate from 5% recovered (for ASTM D 86 test).

You can observe the various readings, including the volume of condense recovered, the current
heating power and the time since the IBP.

At 5% volume of condense the temperature and time readings are displayed (opposite "5" of the "IBP"
column).

From 10% to 90%, as well as temperature and time readings, the distillation rate is displayed (opposite
"10" to "90").

For samples of group 0 of ASTM D86, the time is displayed for 10% instead of 5%.
From 20% onwards the display is as for other groups of the AD86 method.

E5. 5% Residue
At 5% expected residue the temperature and time are displayed opposite the volume (e.g. "93.0" in the
example above).

The heating is readjusted and the timer is reset. The test phase message becomes "FBP/DP detection".

E6. Final Boiling Point

Volume, temperature and time readings for the Final Boiling Point (detected according to the
temperature drop you have programmed) are displayed opposite "FBP".

This is the time between 5% residue and the FBP.

The timer is reset and the heating stops and the phase message becomes "Volume stabilization".

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E7. Final Phase

The distillation is stopped when no more drops of condensate are detected during 2 minutes after the
Final Boiling Point.

With every new drop detected the timer is reset and the 2 minute countdown restarts.

The volume collected at this point is recorded as percent recovery.

If "automatic printing" hasn't been requested in the programme, the test phase messages becomes
"waiting residue". If "automatic printing" has been requested, see section E8.2.

E8. Test Stopping

Two types of test stop are possible depending on whether or not, a default value has been entered for
the residue.

E8.1. No Automatic Printing / Residue Default Value Entered

In this case the operator must intervene to bring the test to an end. Once the 2 minutes (referred to in
E7 above) have been counted, the following dialogue window appears at the bottom of the screen :

% Recovery : XX.X % Residue :_ %

Having measured the residue in a flask in compliance with the method, enter the volume of residue
and press (ENT).

The system has now enough information to calculate the results of the distillation and to stop the test.
The test progress indicator message becomes "standby".

If the volume distilled + the residue > 100%, then the following is added to the display.

% RECOVERY. + RESIDUE > 100 %

[OK] Confirm

The operator can check the residue measurement again and re-enter it, pressing (ENT) to stop the test.

In the mode just described the test will not be terminated until the residue is entered
manually as requested.

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E8.2. Automatic Printing / Residue Default Value Entered

Once the final phase has been completed, the test stops automatically and the test progress indicator
message becomes "standby".

E8.3. Re-entering the Residue Value

Once the final phase has been completed (either with or without "automatic printing"), the test stops
automatically and the test progress indicator message becomes "standby".

If the operator presses the (STOP) key, then the "residue" dialogue box, illustrated above in section
8.1, appears and the operator can enter the residue. As long as the results of the last run are displayed,
the operator may repeat this operation.

If necessary, activate the "RESET" display, by pressing the (RESET) key.

Press the (STOP) key to display the "residue" dialogue box with the values of the test run which has
just stopped.

The operator can now enter a new residue value.

The original results will be replaced by the new ones in the results archives.

For analyzers connected on an ALAN Network, the operator should be aware that each time new
results are recorded in the archives they will be sent to a PC file.

F. MANUAL TEST STOP

If the (STOP) key is pressed during a distillation run, a warning message appears. The operator may
save or reject the results. If the operator decides to reject the results, replying "N" to the question
posed (see below), the distillation run is abandoned and the measured readings are lost.

TEST STOPPING

Current test will be stopped !

Do you want to save the results ? (Y/N) : Y_

(If you want to print the results,

you must first save them).

09/02/95 12:30 [OK] Confirm

Note : If you have pressed the (STOP) key by error, press the (RESET) key to continue the test run.

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G. POST TEST PERIOD

G1. Cooling
The heating block fan starts up for 15 mn and the level follower returns to its standby, or upper
position.

G2. Results Possibilities

As well as displaying the distillation graph on the graphic screen, the operator can at this stage obtain
a printout of the results on the printer (graphic and/or text mode, depending on the printing accessory
installed).

For further information, see chapter 8 "RESULTS" and other relevant chapters.

To display current readings during test running you should press (CTRL) and select
option 1, "READINGS DISPLAY", of the "CONTROLS" menu.

H. PROGRAMME CREATION AID

A feature of the ISL AD86 5G is the possibility of performing a preliminary test run for the
determination of the heating power parameters necessary for a given sample and a given standard
distillation method.
Note : this is a programme creation aid. The resulting programme is not guaranteed perfect and should
of course be checked.

H1. Determination of the Heating Power Parameters

Having prepared the analyzer and all the necessary apparatus as explained above in section B,
"PREPARATION OF THE ANALYZER AND THE APPARATUS", press the (PROG) key.

• Select option 3, "CREATION AID" and the following display appears :

PROGRAMME CREATION AID

Programme number :_

• Enter a number between 1 and 40 which isn't already being used and confirm by (ENT).

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The first page of a programme appears as follows :

DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1

Name :
Temperature unit : C (C or F)
Method :
Group :
Distillation rate : 4.5 %/mn

Condenser setpoint : °C
Condenser temperature delta : 0 °C
Graduate setpoint : °C
First Heating Level : W
First Heating Level Time : 00 mn
Second Heating Level : 0 W
Final heating adjustment : 0 W

Barometric correction : 0 (0:no 1:yes)

Coefficient : 0
Rounded temperature : 0 (0:no 1:yes)

Expected Volume – Hold up : 100 %

FBP Detection : 0 °C

Temperature stop : 0.0 °C

Volume stop : 0.0 %
Stop Condition : 0 (0:FBP 2:DP or FBP
1:DP 3:DP and FBP)

09/01/95 13:30 [Pg Dn]

• Enter all the parameters of the first page except the 4 heating parameters.

• Press [Pg Dn].

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The following display appears :

CREATION AID

CAUTION : BEFORE STARTING THE TEST,

CHECK FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEM

Expected Initial Boiling Point : °C

Support Board Opening : XX mm

(32, 38, 50)

Prepare a flask containing 100 ml

of sample to be distilled

[OK] to start

09/01/95 13:31 [Pg Up]

(*) The support board opening is displayed if known, otherwise it is requested.

• Type in the expected vapor temperature IBP and press (ENT).

Before pressing (OK) to start the preliminary test run, check that the graduated
cylinder and receiver deflector are correctly positioned so as not to trigger a false IBP.
The graduate markings and the receiver deflector should be facing the operator.
When satisfied, press (OK) to start the preliminary run.

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The following display appears :

Sample : WS IBP determination

Op :

Vapor : 23.0 °C Bath : 2 °C DISTILLATION PROGRAMME : 1

Volume : 0.0 % Grad. : 15 °C
Power : 68 W Amb : 24 °C Name : AUTO1WS G2
Time : 3 mn 04 s Prs. : 760 kPa Temperature unit :C
Rate : 0.0 %/mn Method : D 86
Group :2
09/02/95 11:20 Distillation rate (%/mn) : 4.5
IBP
5 Condenser Setpoint :2 °C
10 Bath Temperature Delta: 0 °C
20 Graduate Setpoint : 15 °C
30 First Level Heating : 220 W
40 First Level Heating Time : 3.0 mn
50 Second Level Heating : 68 W
60 Final heating adjustment :0 W
70
80 Barometric correction :0
90 Coefficient :0
Rounded Temperature :0
FBP
DP Expected Volume – Hold up : 98 %
FBP detection : 2.0 °C

Temperature Stop : 0.0 °C

Volume Stop : 0.0 %
Stop Condition :0

09/02/95 11:23 Password :_ [Pg Dn]

The preliminary test run stops when about 15 % have been collected and "--> 5% RESIDUE" is
replaced by "STANDBY" on the top right of the screen.

The system will thus have determined the first 3 heating parameters for the sample in question for this
standard distillation method defined when the entering the preliminary programme parameters.

The operator should now complete the programme before starting the test.

The test can then be started as described above in section C, "STARTING THE TEST".

I. SEMI-AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION
The AD86 5G can also be used for a semi-automatic distillation run. See the "APPENDIX" at the end
of this manual.

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8 - RESULTS

A . STANDARD PRINTOUT
To print a particular set of results, they must first be selected using the (ARCHIVES) key.

• Press the (ARCHIVES) key.

The list of results (maximum 8) will be displayed as follows :

DISTILLATION TEST TO BE DISPLAYED

8 - Test Result 8 Name 8 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

7 - Test Result 7 Name 7 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

6 - Test Result 6 Name 6 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

5 - Test Result 5 Name 5 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

4 - Test Result 4 Name 4 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

3 - Test Result 3 Name 3 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

2 - Test Result 2 Name 2 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

1 - Test Result 1 Name 1 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

Programme Sample Date Time

Choice: _
29/11/2001 11:04 [ Pg dn]

• Enter your choice and the archive results selected and the corresponding programme are
displayed. Press (Pg Dn) to display the 2nd page of the programme. The archive results, on the left
of the display, are clearly indicated by the title :

ARCHIVE N° : N

In this way the operator can check that he has selected the correct results.

To send the selected results to the printer, press the (PRINT) key and choose the option 1,
"RESULTS". The result printout selection display appears :

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PRINTOUT, OBSERVED RESULTS WITH

Test conditions :0
Heating power :0

22/11/94 11:40 [OK] : Confirm

The "observed results" are always printed, but you may also select one or all of the above possibilities
by entering "1" opposite your choice. Confirm each line by (ENT).

• Press (OK) to start printout as configured.

Explanation of configuration :

• Test conditions - 1 : Programme printed

• Heating power - 1 : Heating power column printed

If the operator has selected results since switching on the analyzer, then the last results
selected will be printed out, unless the (ARCHIVES) key is used to select other results.

If he pressed the (PRINT) key and chooses "1 - RESULTS" without having selected
results with the (ARCHIVES) key beforehand, the following message appears on the
display :

"SELECT A RESULT FROM THE STOCK USING THE KEY [ARCHIVES]"

The results printout on one page is possible with a 80 columns printer.

• You must first use the (ARCHIVES) key to select results as explained above.

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B. GRAPHIC RESULTS
Press the (GRAPH) key to display the 2 possibilities :

GRAPHS

1 – Graph on the screen

2 – Graph to the graphic printer

Choice :_

B1. Graph on Screen

• Enter 1.

If you select option 1, "GRAPH ON THE SCREEN", during a test, the evolving
distillation graph will be displayed.

Just as for the standard results printout, if results have not already been selected since the analyzer was
switched on, you will now be asked to do so.

The following message appears :

SELECT A RESULT FROM THE STOCK USING THE (ARCHIVES) KEY.

After having pressed the (ARCHIVES) key, select the results from the list.

If you want to select results from the stock during a test run, you may use the
(ARCHIVES) key to do so.

To display once again the current test you must reselect "0".

You are now offered a further choice (if you choose from the 8 possibilities in the memory stock) :

SELECTION OF GRAPH

1 – Observed Results
2 – Evaporated percentages

Choice:_

If you select option 2, the evaluated loss will be taken into account in the graph.

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If you have requested “EVAPORATED PERCENTAGES, it is clearly indicated as the title. Likewise,
if you select “OBSERVED RESULTS” it will be indicated on the display. If you select the results of
the test that is running (Prog. 0), “TEST RUNNING” is indicated instead of the “ARCHIVES N°. …”.

You may change the scale of the displayed graph using the (LEFT) and (RIGHT) arrow keys.

B2. Graphic Printer

For systems equipped with the "graphic printer" accessory the distillation graph, temperature / volume,
can be traced. The graph scale of the printed results is automatically selected in accordance with the
results values.

For configuration details see chapter 9, "PRINTER", section A, "CONFIGURATION".

C. PRINTING / DISPLAY OF VAPOR TEMPERATURE

If results have been selected, they may be edited at intervals of 1%

To do so, press the (PRINT) key and select option 4, "TEST TEMPERATURES".

You may also display (during or after a test) the temperature readings at intervals of 1% volume.

To do so, press the (CTRL) key and choose option 2, "TEST TEMPERATURES".

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9 - PRINTER
A graphic or a non-graphic printer may be added as an accessory to your AD86 5G distillation unit.

For systems equipped with a "graphic printer", the distillation graph, temperature / volume, can be
traced.

A. CONFIGURATION
Configuration can be carried out for connection to a Graphic or a Non-graphic printer.

Press the (PRINT) key and select option 9, "PRINTER CONFIGURATION".

The following display appears :

PRINTER CONFIGURATION

Type of printer : X
(0: non-graphic 1: graphic)

Paper width : BB

Red ink code : C

Degree (ASCII) code : DD

Printer line feed : E

02/01/95 09:45 [OK] : End

PRINTER NON-GRAPHIC GRAPHIC

Type of printer 0 1
Paper width 40 80
Red ink code 18 0
Degree ASCII code 91 248
Printer line feed * 5 5

(*) The values given are just examples and can of course be different.

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B. RESETTING THE PRINTER

Resetting the printer has the effect of reprogramming the printer hardware and its interface.

Press the (PRINT) key and select option 0, "PRINTER INITIALIZATION".

C. PRINTER LINK TEST

Having switched on the printer, press the (DIAG) key to display :

DIAGNOSTICS

1 - Service Display
2 - Printer Link Test
3 - Transfer of service parameters
4 - Analyzer Diagnostics
5 - Regulation Checks
6 - End of Diagnostics

Choice :_

Enter 2, for the "PRINTER LINK TEST", the display becomes :

PRINTER LINK TEST

Connect and put the printer ON LINE.

Press [OK]

Press (OK) as requested and if all is well, the following line will be printed :

“ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ 0123456789/:-“

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D. PRINTING POSSIBILITIES
On pressing the (PRINT) key the following possibilities are proposed :

PRINTOUT

1 – Results
2 – Results on 80 columns (type 1)
3 – Results on 80 columns (type 2)
4 – Test Temperatures
5 – Service Parameters
6 – Service Values
7 – Distillation Programmes
8 – Faults Review
9 – Printer Configuration
0 – Printer Initialization

Choice: _

The printout options not explained in this chapter are explained in the relevant chapters.

Note nevertheless that option 4, "TEST TEMPERATURES" is explained in chapter 8, "RESULTS"

and option 6, "SERVICE VALUES" is explained in chapter 6, "MEASUREMENT CHECKS".

Use the accompanying printer instruction manual for printer user instructions and maintenance.

E. PRINT STOP
It is possible to interrupt data transmission to the printer by pressing the (PRINT STOP) key on the top
left of the keypad.

If the operator tries to activate any of the commands in the above display while, for
example, printing is already taking place for regulation control (see relevant section of
chapter 9, “DIAGNOSTICS” of the Service Manual), the message “PRINTING IN
PROGRESS” will appear at the bottom of the above display and all the commands will
be disabled.

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10 - SERVICE PARAMETERS
A number of service parameters are stored in the nonvolatile memory. These service parameters relate
to :

• Settings

• Calibrations

• Configuration values.

A. SERVICE PARAMETERS DISPLAY

To display Service Parameters press the (CTRL) key and then choose option 3, "SERVICE
PARAMETERS" in the "CONTROLS" menu. The following display appears :

SERVICE PARAMETERS

1 – Distillation rate setting D86 and similar

2 – Distillation rate setting D189 - D850 - D1078 - 9999
3 – Probe correction D 86 and similar
4 – Probe correction D850 - D1078
5 – Auto-test - Calibration values
6 – Analyzer configuration
7 – Analyzer number

Choice :_

The selected display appears, but you cannot enter any new values until you have first entered the
access code (confirmed by pressing (ENT). It is requested at the bottom of the display :

Access code :_

The access codes are given in chapter 5, "SERVICE PARAMETERS", of the Service
Manual.

• Type in the access code and confirm by (ENT). The cursor is now placed for values entry.

However if you have not already done so, you should print out the values of all the Service Parameters
as explained in the next chapter.

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B. SERVICE PARAMETERS PRINTING

One of the first operations we recommend on receiving your analyzer is to print out all Service
Parameters.
To do so, press the (PRINT) key and the following display appears :

PRINTOUT

1 – Results
2 – Results on 80 columns (type 1)
3 – Results on 80 columns (type 2)
4 – Test Temperatures
5 – Service Parameters
6 – Service Values
7 – Distillation Programmes
8 – Faults Review
9 – Printer Configuration
0 – Printer Initialization

Choice: _

Reminder : Before requesting a printout, carry out a printer link check (see chapter 9, "PRINTER",
section C, "PRINTER LINK TEST").

Once you are sure everything is okay select option 5 of the "PRINTOUT" menu and the Service
Parameters will be printed out.

The operator should keep this copy of the Service Parameters safe as it can be considered part of the
analyzer configuration documentation, to be used in case of difficulties.

A copy of the Service Parameters is also delivered with the analyzer, but it should be kept safe by the
person in charge of the laboratory.

C. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE PARAMETERS

We can return to the exploration of the various service parameter menus listed in section A above.

C1. Distillation Rate Setting (Rate Control Setting)

The distillation rate settings for the various methods and groups are factory set. The operator does not
normally have to intervene at this level.

Special Case – Group 4 – Optimization of the PID Parameters (Coefficients)

The heating control parameters(coefficients) K1, K2 and K3 for group 4 samples have been studied so
as to obtain best results for most petroleum products. A characteristic of Group 4 samples is the rapid
temperature increase between the initial boiling point and the final boiling point. These are said to
have a “wide” boiling point range.

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There also exists group 4 petroleum products whose boiling points vary little between the initial
boiling point and the final boiling point. They are said to have a “narrow” boiling point range. For
these “narrow” boiling point range products, you should use the parameter values given in the
“NARROW” column of the table.

The factory set default value for the K2 parameter for Group 4 is “1.040”.

Group 4 Coefficients Wide boiling pt. Range Narrow boiling pt. range

K1 6.000 6.000
K2 1.040 0.800
K3 1.500 1.500

These are the distillation rate control settings for the various possible methods and groups.

They are factory set and the operator does not normally have to intervene at this level.

C2. Probe Correction

The temperature setting should be entered first.

There are 22 values for the correction of the probe. They are signed (+/-) and are to the nearest tenth of
a degree.

A linear correction will be made for other values not belonging to the 22 given values.

For example :

Probe correction at 80°C = +0.1°C

Probe correction at 100°C = 0
Probe correction at 120°C = - 0.2°C

• At 80°C the corrected value will be 80.1°C.

• For 110°C the corrected value will be 109.9°C (calculated linearly between the values at 100°C
and 120°C).

Note : This correction only applies during testing and when the test method is known.

C3. Auto-test - Calibration Values

C3.1 Code Checksum

The code checksum is stored in the nonvolatile memory. It is calculated each time the analyzer is
switched on and checked against the checksum in the nonvolatile memory.

For further details see the "PROM Fault" section of chapter 11, "ALARMS".

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C3.2 Calibration Values

These are the A/D conversion counts which correspond with reference measurements of volume,
vapor temperature and pressure.

C3.3 Ambient Temperature

The value of “delta” is the calculated difference between the ambient temperature reading (taken on a
reference thermometer) entered during calibration of the ambient temperature measurement circuits
and the temperature measured by the ambient temperature probe.

C4. Analyzer Configuration

C4.1 Default Values

A number of default values are activated when the analyzer is switched on :

• Temperature unit, °C or °F
• Setpoint temperature of the condenser (from 15°C to 40°C)
• Setpoint temperature of the receiver chamber (or graduate chamber; from 15°C to 40°C)

C4.2 Security Parameters

These include the following :

• Maximum temperature, above this value an alarm will be triggered - maxi. value 415 °C (780°F)
• Maximum duration at maximum temperature in seconds (0 to 100)
• Maximum heating power in watts - maxi. value 650 watts

For further details on these parameters see chapter 11, "ALARMS".

C4.3 Dry Point

If the analyzer includes the automatic dry point accessory, it should be indicated here. Configuration is
:

• Manual Dry point : “1”

• Automatic Dry point : “0”

C4.4. Alarm Buzzer Width

Regulation of the active pulse of the discontinuous alarm. Values from 0 to 100 possible.

It is factory set.

Laboratory details in the analyzer "form" section are optional. The details entered in this section are
printed on the Calibration Ticket

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C5. Analyzer Number

The analyzer number is factory set and not changed. In this way the analyzer can be identified from
the factory floor to your laboratory.

D. TRANSFER OF SERVICE PARAMETERS FROM PC

If the analyzer is connected on the ISL ALAN network, it is possible to transfer the Service
Parameters from a PC file to the analyzer. This function is provided for in the PC "Calibration and
Parameters Management" application for the rare cases where the contents of the EEPROM become
defective.

For this function to be effective, the service parameters must have been previously saved in a PC file
using the "Calibration and Parameters Management" application.

For details of the parameters transferred and the operations which should be performed to prepare the
analyzer for service parameters transfer, see the relevant section of chapter 5, "SERVICE
PARAMETERS" of the Service Manual.

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11 - ALARMS

A. CATEGORIES OF ALARMS
The various alarms can be divided up as follows.

A1. Intermittent Audio Alarms

An intermittent audio warning alarm is triggered when :

• A pre-programmed normal event (e.g. end-of-test alarm occurs).

A2. Continuous Audio Alarm

A continuous audio fault alarm signals an abnormal incident and triggered on :

• Detection of an omission or error in the test preparation on trying to start a test run :

1 - An omission during the apparatus preparation, e.g. graduate chamber door open, or graduate
receiver not detected

2 - A distillation programme error, e.g. incompatible, or insufficient parameters entered in the

distillation programme

• Component failure detection

• Detection of a safety or security state

For the full list of alarms see the next section.

Certain precautions, depending on the fault, may have to be taken.

B. ALARMS DISPLAY
When an audio alarm is triggered you can find its origin by pressing the (ALARM STOP) key.

The audio alarm(s) origin will be displayed in 2 columns as follows :

FAULTS WARNING ALARMS

Prom

02/01/95 10:32 [OK]: Discharge [Pg Dn]

To display all possible alarms and their present status, press (Pg Dn) and the second alarm page
appears as follows :

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FAULTS AND ALARMS STATUS

FAULTS WARNING ALARMS

Fire Detection :0 Volume reached :0

Power Supply :0 Temperature reached : 0
Heating :0 IBP detected :0
Vapor Temperature :0 FBP detected :0
Condenser Bath Temperature : 0 Dry Point detected :0
Graduate Chamber Temperature : 0 End of Run :0
Ambient Temperature :0 Manual Dry Point required :0
Cooling Tank Temperature :0 Ready for group 0 run :0
Cooling Tank Level :0
Dry Point Probe :0
EEPROM Memory :0
ROM Memory :1
RAM Memory :0
Distillation Prog. Error :0
Graduate Chamber Door open : 0 0 = NO FAULT / ALARM
Check the receiver :0 1= FAULT / ALARM DETECTED
No Dry Point Probe :0 2= FAULT / ALARM DETECTED
No Vapor Probe :0 AND DISCHARGED
Abnormal Distillation Rate :0
No IBP detected :0
Not ready for group 0 run :0

02/01/95 09:33 [OK]: Discharge [Pg Up]

The values 0,1 or 2 may appear opposite the various possibilities.

0 : No faults or warning alarms detected

1 : A fault or a warning alarm detected
2 : The fault or warning alarm has been acknowledged, but still exists.

B1. Stopping the Audio Alarm

To stop the audio alarm press [OK]. The value "1" becomes "2", which means that the fault has been
acknowledged but that it still exists.

If the cause of the alarm no longer exists, e.g. an alarm has been triggered because the compartment
door was opened and it has now been closed, the value "2" changes to "0" (if the display is renewed).

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C. ALARM TREATMENT
Many alarm instances involve some kind of danger and for this reason the system is programmed to
enter safety status mode as quickly as possible.

However perfect the system may be, it of course has its limitations. Whenever an alarm
is triggered the operator should always check that everything is in order.

For example :

The analyzer is in standby and, because of a faulty component, the heating starts up without being
requested.

An anomaly will be detected and an alarm triggered. However the system itself cannot take any
precautions as the component is faulty.

In such circumstances the operator has to intervene by switching off the analyzer.

D. ALARM CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES AND CORRECTIVE

ACTION
More detail and the whereabouts of the necessary information for the resulting service operations are
given in chapter 6, "ALARMS" of the Service Manual.

D1. Warning Alarms

An intermittent audio alarm is triggered for all warning alarms. These alarms may programmed
warning alarms or standard warning alarms. Possible programmed alarms are :

• A given volume reached

• A given temperature reached

• Initial boiling point detected

• Final boiling point detected

• Dry point (automatic DP, if installed) detected

• End of distillation run

Standard warning alarms are :

• Dry point, manual (if the analyzer is configured manual dry point, then alarm triggered at 5%
residue)

• Analyzer ready for group 0 distillation run when the cooling system tank temperature is = < - 10
°C (14 °F) and the condenser bath temperature is < 28 °C (82.5 °F)..

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D2. Fault Alarms

Fault alarm may be “test start up”, regular verification (at test start or during a test run), component
failure or safety alarms.

For all fault alarms :

• A continuous alarm is triggered

• A test cannot be started.

“Test start up” faults (D3) do not stop a test that is running and, for explanatory purposes, treated
separately from other faults (D4 – regular verification, component fault and safety).

D3. Verification Fault Alarms

D3.1 Compartment Door Open

An alarm is triggered if the compartment door is open:

ª At test starting. In this case, the test is stopped.
ª During test running. Although an alarm has been triggered, the test will continue but the
temperature regulation of the graduate chamber will not be assured.
ª During the preparation of the graduate chamber for a D86 Group 0 test. The temperature
regulation control of the receiver chamber is stopped.

D3.2 Graduated Cylinder Absent

A test cannot be started, but if the receiver is removed during a test run, the test run is not stopped.

D3.3 Distillation Programme error

When a programme is created and saved, the checksum is calculated and stored in the non-volatile
memory.

When a programme is summoned the checksum is again calculated and compared with that in the non-
volatile memory. The programme is also checked for compatibility with the standard method.

If an error is detected, it is signaled by a continuous alarm and a test cannot be started.

Check the programme for errors.

If no error appears evident in the programme it may be that the checksum has detected what we call an
invisible error.

(For further details, see section D, “DISTILLATION PROGRAMMES PROTECTION”, of chapter 3,

ANALYZER PROTECTION, of the Service Manual).
D3.4 Not Ready for Group 0

If the operator tries to start a Group 0 test before the cooling system tank temperature is > - 10°C (14
°F) or if the condenser bath temperature is >= 28°C (82.5 °F), an audio alarm will be triggered and the
test cannot be started.

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D4. Regular Verification, Safety and Component Failure Fault Alarms

• "Abnormal distillation rate" and "ambient temperature" faults may be detected during a test run,
but if they are the test is not stopped.

• For all other faults grouped in this section (D4), if a test is running it will be stopped and the
system goes into standby.

The power supply to all "power consuming devices" is cut off on detection of :

1 - A flame in the heating block vicinity

2 - Power supply cut-off to either the safety board or the central unit board,

3 - Heating failure when in standby - the heating starts up without being requested.

4 - Level of heat exchanging liquid in tank insufficient.

Except of course for fault no. 2 (power supply cut-off to the safety board and the
central unit board), the power supply to ; the keypad, the LCD display, the measuring
devices, the safety board (and thus the fire extinguishing system), the optical detectors,
the tank level sensor... is not affected.

The operator can therefore display the origin of the fault alarm.

If one of these 4 fault alarms doesn't result in power supply cutoff to the power
consuming devices, then the fault in question may be due to a faulty component or a
short-circuit. Both ON/OFF switches should be switched off immediately and the
analyzer should be disconnected from the mains. Repairs should only be carried by a
qualified technician.

To restore the power supply (e.g. to perform diagnostics) you have to switch off the analyzer (both
switches) and switch it on again.

D4.1 Fire Detection Alarm

On detection of the presence of a flame in the vicinity of the detector, located on the side of the flask
heating block ("16" front view) the fire extinguishing system is triggered.

• The fire detection audio alarm (on safety board) is triggered, as well as the usual analyzer buzzer.
The fire detection audio alarm remains active until the analyzer has been switched off, regardless
of whether the fault has been acknowledged or not.

• The voltage power supply to all "power consuming devices" is cut off, whether in standby or
during a test run.

• To stop the fire detection audio alarm and to restore the power supply (e.g. to perform
diagnostics), you have to switch off the analyzer and switch it on again.

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Once the fire has been extinguished, we strongly recommend you to open the windows
to air the laboratory (when connected fire extinguishing gas being CO2).

For more details on the fire extinguisher, see chapter 16, "FIRE EXTINGUISHER", of the Service
Manual.

D4.2 Power Supply Fault

This means that one of the safety faults listed in the beginning of section “D4” has been detected.

• This fault will be detected if you forget to switch on the safety board switch.

• The voltage power supply to all "power consuming devices" is cut off.

To restore the power supply you have to switch off the analyzer and switch it on again.

D4.3 Heating Faults

1 - When a test is running, alarm is triggered if the maximum heating power (750 W) is exceeded, or if
the maximum power programmed during “Analyzer Configuration” is exceeded. The test run is
stopped.

• The heating element or its controlling devices may be faulty; Perform diagnostics (for further
details consult chapter 7, “CONTROLS” and chapter 9, “DIAGNOSTICS” of the Service
Manual).

• The setting of the heating may need to be adjusted (for further details see chapter 11,
“CONTROL/SETTING OF FLASK HEATING”, of the Service Manual).

• Have a qualified technician check : all connections, the triac and the static relay assembly.

2 – A heating failure alarm is signaled if the heating starts up and remains on for 2 minutes while in
standby (no heating requested).

• Alarm triggered, power supply cutoff to all power consuming devices

• Displays heating fault.

In this case the software requests cutoff of the power supply to all “power consuming
devices”. As this fault may be due to a faulty component, or a short-circuit then, as a
precaution, the analyzer should in any case be switched off immediately.

This fault may be caused by a short-circuit or a faulty component.

Repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician.

If the cause of the heating alarm in standby is the presence of a few watts (> 5 watts), then the flask
heating should be adjusted as described in chapter 11, “CONTROL AND SETTING OF FLASK
HEATING”.

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3 – A heating failure alarm is also signaled if the heating power is “0” watts when heating has been
requested.

D4.4 Liquid Level in Tank

An alarm is triggered if the water level in the reservoir is too low.

Power supply cutoff to all "power consuming devices".

• Top up the tank with the heat exchanging liquid. See chapter 4, "MAINTENANCE", of the
Service Manual for the correct procedure for filling the cooling system tank.

• Check for leaks.

• To restore the power supply you have to restart the analyzer.

• If the problem persists the level sensor may not be connected properly, or may be faulty.

See the "ALARMS" chapter of the Service Manual for further details of the necessary checks.

D4.5 Vapor Temperature

An alarm is triggered if the limits (>= -20°C and =< +415°C) are not respected, or if the temperature is
above the programmed maximum temperature, or if the temperature remains at the maximum value set
longer than the maximum permissible duration (see "Analyzer Configuration" of chapter 5,
"SERVICE PARAMETERS", of this manual).

This alarm will also be triggered if the vapor temperature probe isn't connected, or if it is faulty.
This alarm is not triggered when the analyzer is in standby.

• If this fault is detected, a test cannot be started and a test which is running will be stopped.

• Check the probe connection.

• Check the probe, it may be broken or faulty.

• Check the maximum temperature programmed using the "Analyzer Configuration" command (see
chapter 10, "SERVICE PARAMETERS").

• Check the temperature measurement with the ISL probe simulator (see chapter 6,
"MEASUREMENT CHECKS", of the User Manual).

Carry out a calibration if necessary (for further details see section B of chapter 10, "CALIBRATION",
of the Service Manual).

D4.6 Condenser Bath

An alarm is triggered if the temperature limits (>= -10°C and =< +70°C) for the condenser bath are not
respected.

This alarm will also be triggered if the condenser bath circuit temperature sensor isn't connected, or if
it is faulty.

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• If this fault is detected, a test cannot be started and a test which is running will be stopped.

• Check the temperature measurement of the condenser bath, as described in section C of chapter 6,
"TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT CHECKS", of this manual.

You can also measure the temperature by placing a reference thermometer in the recess ("1" on
front view) provided on the top of the front of the analyzer and then, after stabilization of the
readings, compare it with the reading displayed.

If there is an abnormal reading displayed, see the relevant section of chapter 6, "ALARMS", of the
Service Manual.

D4.7 Graduate Chamber Temperature

An alarm is triggered if the limits (>= -5°C and =< +50°C) are not respected.

This alarm will also be triggered if the graduate chamber temperature sensor isn't connected, or if it is
faulty.

• If this fault is detected, a test cannot be started and a test which is running will be stopped.

• Measure the temperature in the graduate compartment using a reference thermometer and compare
it with the reading displayed (for further details see section B of chapter 8, "TEMPERATURE
MEASUREMENT CHECKS", of the Service Manual).

If there is an abnormal reading displayed, see the relevant section of chapter 6, "ALARMS", of the
Service Manual.

D4.8. Heat Exchanging Liquid Temperature in Tank

A tank temperature alarm is triggered in the following cases.

• The limits (>= -20°C and =< +45°C) are not respected. This alarm is disabled during diagnostics.
A test cannot be started and a test which is running will be stopped.

• The operator tries to start a test when the cooling unit is programmed to be switched off.
The test start is abandoned. See “COOLING UNIT PROGRAMMEMATION” of chapter 13.

• The operator tries to start a test when the tank temperature is higher than the condenser
temperature setpoint. Despite the alarm, the test can be started.

• This alarm will also be triggered if the tank temperature sensor isn't connected, or if it is faulty. A
test cannot be started and a test which is running will be stopped.

Rapid Tank Temperature Measurement Check

Remove the stopper from the cooling system tank at the front of the analyzer and place the vapor
temperature probe directly in the heat exchanging liquid. Use the "SERVICE" display, selected by
means of the (DIAG) key, and after waiting until the "VAPOR" and "RESERVOIR" readings have
stabilized, compare them. They should be approximately equal. More details for this operation are
given in chapter 8, TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT CHECKS" of the Service Manual.

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• If there is an abnormal reading displayed, see the relevant section of chapter 6, "ALARMS", of the
Service Manual.

D4.9. Ambient Temperature

An alarm is triggered if the limits (>= 10°C and =< +40°C) are not respected.

• If this fault is detected, a test cannot be started and a test which is running will not be stopped.

• Use a thermometer to check the ambient air temperature probe reading as explained in section D
of chapter 8, "TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT CHECKS", of the Service Manual.

• If there is an abnormal reading displayed, see the relevant section of chapter 6, "ALARMS", of the
Service Manual.

D4.10 Thermocouple Absent (Automatic Dry Point Accessory)

An automatic dry point test cannot be started if the thermocouple isn’t connected, “no dry point
probe”.

If the thermocouple is disconnected during an automatic dry point test run, the test is stopped.

This fault is detected if the thermocouple isn’t connected either on the front of the analyzer, or if it
isn’t connected on the mother board.

• Check the thermocouple connection on the front of the analyzer.

• See the “ALARMS” chapter of the Service Manual.

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D4.11 Thermocouple

This fault is signaled when there is dry point probe failure.

• If there is thermocouple failure (or if the thermocouple is disconnected) then an automatic dry
point run cannot be started and an automatic dry point test that is running will be stopped and the
system switches to standby.

• Check that the probe isn't damaged.

• If the problem persists the thermocouple may be faulty.

If the thermocouple is found to be faulty, replacement doesn't pose any particular problem as the
connector is on the front of the analyzer.
D4.12 No Vapor Probe (Probe Detection Accessory in Holder)

For this alarm to be fully efficient we recommend that the operator develop the good
habit of placing the vapor probe in its holder when a test isn't being run.

• If this special detection system accessory is installed, then the operator will be alerted if he tries to
start a test without the vapor probe in position in the flask.

The absence of the vapor probe is detected by its presence in the vapor probe rest holder ("18" on
front view) on the front of the analyzer.

• If this fault is detected a test cannot be started and a test which is running will be stopped.

D4.13 Abnormal Distillation Rate

This fault is signaled when the distillation rate is =< 50% or >= 150% of the distillation rate required
by the programme.

• This alarm may be due to a leak in the graduated cylinder, or indeed the graduated cylinder that is
broken.

• An abnormal distillation rate may also be due to :

- A heating fault,
- An error in the distillation programme,
- Use of an incorrect sample,
- Use of an incorrect support board,
- …

This fault may be detected during a test run, but if it is the test is not stopped.

• Check the graduate cylinder. If it is broken, replace the glass tube. If you discover a leak, replace
the sealing joints.

For a 100 cc graduate, don't forget that the 100 ml mark should be 180 mm from the bottom of the
graduate.

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D4.14 IBP Not Detected

The test is stopped if the IBP isn't detected as indicated in the table below for the different methods :

Standard Methods D 86, IP 123, NF 07002, ISO 3405, JIS 2254

Group 0* 1 2 3 4 Creation
Aid

Alarm if time (mn) > 8 13 13 13 18 Group

time
+ 15 mn

(*) The group 0 only exists for the ASTM D 86 method

Standard D 850 D 1078 D 189 9999 Creation Aid

Alarm if time (mn) > 13 18 18 18 Standard time

+ 15 mn

D4.15 EEPROM Fault

The contents of the nonvolatile memory, where the service parameters are stored, are regularly
checked by the microprocessor.

• If an error exists on switching on, at the end of a test, or when a programme is created it will be
detected by the checksum control.

• The first check you should carry out is to print the service parameters and compare it with the
reference list you established on receiving the analyzer.

• Correct any errors.

Check also the following :

• Condensing unit Programmemation

• External Computer Link Configuration

• Printer Configuration

If need be, correct any errors.

• It is also recommended to check the EEPROM protection circuit.

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If there are no errors, modify a service parameter and then re-enter its original value. In this way
the microprocessor is forced to calculate the checksum again.
If the analyzer is connected on the ISL ALAN network, the operator can use the PC to transfer the
analyzer parameters from a backup disk file.

The operator is strongly recommended to keep a backup file of the Service Parameters
on the PC if his analyzer is connected on an ALAN network.

See the relevant section of chapter 5, "SERVICE PARAMETERS", of the Service Manual for the
parameters transfer procedure.

D4.16 Prom Fault

Normally, this error should only be signaled when the software version has been changed.

• If a Prom fault is signaled after switching on, you should note the value of the checksum code (it
will be displayed).

This value should be entered for the checksum code in the Service Parameters. See chapter 10,
"SERVICE PARAMETERS" and use command 4, "AUTO-TEST - CALIBRATION VALUES".

• Having successfully completed this operation, switch off the analyzer and then switch it on again.

If the fault still exists, call the ISL Service Department.

D4.17 Ram Fault

If there is a RAM error, switch off the analyzer and then switch it on again. If the error persists,
contact the ISL Service Department.

E. FAULTS REVIEW
A printout of all the faults occurring since switching on can be commanded.

To do so, press the (PRINT) key and select option 6, "FAULTS RECAPITULATION".

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12 - NETWORK CONNECTION
As already indicated (chapter 2 - PRESENTATION OF THE AD86 5G ANALYZER page 17), the
AD86 5G analyzers can be connected to the ISL Alan® network (Automatic Laboratory Analyzer
Network) with the ISL Alan® software developed by ISL.

This software is a multitasking software running under Windows allowing up to 31 ISL Analyzers to
be connected to the same PC computer (see the illustration below). It allows data coming from
different ISL analyzers to be collected and stored.

Besides multi-analyzers results database management and control (according analyzer type: run
control, alarms displaying, internal parameters management…), the ISL Alan® software allows
transmitting results directly to a LIMS (or ever information system).

Note : The Alan® Kit is optional hardware and software package. Refer to the Alan Installation
and Getting Started Manual.

Each analyzer connects to the Alan® network via the RS485 serial interface through two ports (Alan input and
output ports ref.16 and 17) located on the rear panel (see B6.2. Rear of the Analyzer page 24).

Example of an ISL Analyzers network:

All operations concerning the PC connection are accessed by pressing the (EXT) key.

For all commands concerning the analyzer PC connection you need to know the password. The factory
set password is given in chapter 3, "ANALYZER PROTECTION", of the Service Manual.

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A. CONFIGURATION OF THE PC CONNECTION

Press the (EXT) key and the display becomes :

PC CONNECTION

1- Analyzer configuration
2- Connection status
3- Diagnostics
4- Open access to analyzer
5- Transmission of results

Choice: _

Select command 1, "ANALYZER CONFIGURATION", and the display becomes :

PC CONNECTION – Configuration

Analyzer : Denis
Address of slave : XX (1...31)

22/11/94 11:40 Password : _ [OK] : Return

The analyzer identification name (entered from the PC) for the ALAN network is indicated.

• Type in the password and press (ENT).

The cursor now appears on the line "Address of slave".

Enter the address of the analyzer on the PC connection network. The address is the number allocated
for the analyzer in the network. This number can be from 1 to 31 inclusive (the maximum number of
AD86 5G analyzers on the network is 12). This number is then used to identify and control the
analyzer from the PC.

It is preferable to use the terminology "address" and not "number", as the latter may be confused with
the serial number of the analyzer.

• Type in the analyzer address and press (ENT).

The analyzer operator should beware of entering the same address number for 2
distillation units on the same network. This will lead to incomprehensible messages
being received by the PC.

• Press the (OK) key to end configuration of the PC connection.

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B. CONNECTION STATUS
To configure the PC connection status, press the (EXT) key and select command 2, "CONNECTION
STATUS", in the "PC CONNECTION" menu.
The display becomes :

PC CONNECTION STATUS

Computer on-line : X_
(0:no 1:yes)

22/11/94 11:40

Password :_

[OK] Return

• Type in the password and press (ENT) to confirm.

• Enter "0" if you don't want a computer link, or "1" to open the computer link. Confirm by pressing
(ENT).

C. DIAGNOSTICS OF PC LINK
Select option 3, "DIAGNOSTICS" in the "PC CONNECTION" menu.
The "PC CONNECTION - DIAGNOSTICS" display appears.
If the "Interface status" is "0", then the status is correct. You can immediately press (OK) to return to
the previous display.
If the status isn't "0", then you must reset the interface.

• Enter the password and confirm with [ENT] and the display becomes :

PC CONNECTION - Diagnostics

Interface status: 0

22/11/94 11:40 Password : _ [OK] Return

Press (OK) to reset the interface circuit and the display returns to the main "PC CONNECTION"
display.

Select option 3, "DIAGNOSTICS", again and check the status. If the status is still not correct, check
the PC connection configuration as explained in section A, "CONFIGURATION OF THE PC
CONNECTION" above.

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D. OPENING ACCESS TO ANALYZER

When test runs are piloted from the PC, the PC operator locks out local access to the analyzer for test
run starting. If a link problem occurs between the PC and the analyzer, it is possible to reopen access
to the analyzer from the analyzer keypad. In this way local access for test starting can be unlocked,
regardless of any link problems.

• Press the (EXT) key and select command 4, "OPEN ACCESS TO ANALYZER". The display
becomes :

PC CONNECTION

Access to analyzer :X
(0: open 1: close)

22/11/94 11:40 Password : _ [OK] Return

If access to the analyzer is closed, you can open access.

• Enter the password and confirm by (ENT).

• Enter "0" to open access and press (ENT).

Local access to the analyzer is now open and the previous display returns.

If access is already open, the analyzer operator cannot close access as "0" is the only
entry possible for this display.

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13 - REGULAR MAINTENANCE
It is best that the maintenance checks and operations explained in this chapter and in chapter 6,
"MEASUREMENT CHECKS", should be performed by the operator. In this way the operator will
better understand the operation of the analyzer and will be more apt to notice any anomalies as regards
the measurement circuits.

Maintenance check should be performed regularly. The ideal time intervals depend on the analyzer
environment, its frequency of use and the customer’s Quality Assurance needs. The conditions listed
below may mean that the suggested time intervals are insufficient.

• Ambient temperature above 25°C (77°F).

• A number of distillation unit operators.

• Dirty or dusty ambient air.

• The distillation unit is operated during multiple shifts each day.

The optimal time interval will only come from experience.

Minimum Maintenance

In particular, the volume and vapor temperature measurement checks described in chapter 6 of this
manual should be performed at regular intervals. Likewise, other temperature measurement checks
should be performed at regular intervals.

Calibrations, described in the “CALIBRATION” chapter of the Service Manual, should be performed
at least every year but the ideal time intervals depend on the analyzer environment, its frequency of
use and the customer’s Quality Assurance needs

Here is a list of checks and recurring maintenance operations :

• Temperature checks

• Volume checks

• Cooling unit programmemation (can have daily configuration)

• Real time clock setting

• Vapor temperature probe replacement

• Heating element replacement

• Graduated cylinder mounting

• Replacement printer paper / ink ribbon. See the printer manual (or chapter if it exists).

For vapor, condenser bath and graduate temperature, and volume measurement checks, see chapter 6
of this manual.

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For other temperature measurement checks see chapter 9, "TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT

CHECKS", of the Service Manual.

A. REAL TIME CLOCK

The system Real Time Clock gives the date and time in one of 2 possible formats.

If you wish to set or modify the time and / or date press the (CTRL) key and select option 6.

The following display appears :

REAL TIME CLOCK

Date format 0 : dd/mm/yy :0

1 : mm/dd/yy

Date : 23/11/94

Day of the week

1: Monday, ...7: Sunday :3

12h or 24h clock : 12

If 12h, enter A for a.m. :A

or P for p.m.

Time (hh:mn) : 08:45

23/11/94 08:45 Password : _ [OK] Return

You can quit this display without modifying it by pressing (ENT).

• To modify the configuration, first enter the password and press (ENT).

The cursor is now placed for configuration on the first line and the bottom line becomes :

23/11/94 08:45 [OK] Confirm

• Enter 0 or 1, depending on the format of the date preferred and confirm your choice with (ENT).

• Then enter the date, the day of the week (1 to 7), the clock format (enter 12 or 24) and the time
(e.g. 12:15).

Confirm each entry with (ENT), and when you are satisfied with your settings or modifications
press (OK) to confirm all your entries.

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If the real time clock needs setting often, the accumulator probably needs charging. To
charge it, leave the CPU switched on for at least 48 hours continuous.

B. CONDENSING UNIT PROGRAMMEMATION

Start-up and stopping of the cooling unit for each day of the week.

Press the (CTRL) key and select option 5, "PROGRAMMEMATION OF COOLING UNIT START
UP".

The following display appears :

COOLING UNIT PROGRAMMEMATION

hh:mn
Monday start: HH:MM
Stop : HH:MM

Tuesday start: HH:MM

Stop : HH:MM

Wednesday start: HH:MM

Stop : HH:MM

Thursday start: HH:MM

Stop : HH:MM

Friday start: HH:MM

Stop : HH:MM

Saturday start: HH:MM

Stop : HH:MM

Sunday start: HH:MM

Stop : HH:MM

(start = 99:99 unit on from start of day)

(stop = 99:99 unit on from start until end of day)
(stop = 00:00 or 12:00A unit off all day long)

23/11/94 08:45 Password : _ [OK] Return

• To modify the current programmemation, enter the password and the cursor is placed on the first
line.

• Enter the starting time (e.g. "07:15") and confirm with the (ENT) key. The cursor moves to the
next line and you can enter the stopping time.

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The above entry is for the 24 hour clock mode.

If you have selected the 12 hour clock mode in section A, "REAL TIME CLOCK", then you should
enter "07:15A". For the afternoon, time entries will be followed by "P" (PM) (e.g. "03:15P").

Continue in this way for all the days of the week, pressing (ENT) at each line to confirm your entry.

If you don’t wish to programme starting and stopping times, enter "99:99" as indicated at the bottom
of the display. The cooling unit starts up when the analyzer is switched on and stops when the analyzer
is switched off.

If you don’t want the cooling unit to start up when the analyzer is switched on, enter the same starting
and stopping time, e.g. “00:00” and “00:00”.

When satisfied with all times press (OK) to quit the display.

C. REPLACING THE VAPOR TEMPERATURE PROBE

If you have to replace the vapor temperature probe, simply unplug the damaged probe (socket "4" on
the front view) and connect the new one. If the operator wishes to use the “probe correction function”,
probe correction should be perform as indicated in section C2 of chapter 5” SERVICE
PARAMETERS”, of the Service Manual.

The reference for a new one can be found at the end of this manual (the probe, wiring and connector
cannot be dismantled).

D. HEATING ELEMENT REPLACEMENT

See chapter 4, "MAINTENANCE", of the Service Manual.

E. GRADUATED CYLINDER MOUNTING

As explained in chapter 7, "STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST", you should clean the graduate
after each test with suitable cleaning material.

You should also check regularly for leaks.

If a leak has developed (which means you should change the sealing joints), or if the glass tube has
been broken (which means that you will have to replace it with a new one), then you should check that
the 100% mark is 180 mm from the bottom of the graduate.

As the volume measurement depends on the vertical position of the level follower, this
last remark is valid for both the 100 ml and the 200 ml graduates.

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14 - DRY POINT
A "Manual Dry Point" test can be carried out on the standard version of this new ISL distillation
analyzer. "Automatic Dry Point" is available as an accessory. Refer to the section 16 - AUTOMATIC
DRY POINT page 130.

Two automatic dry point kits are available as accessories for the standard
AD86 5G analyzer :
• The AD86 5G 125 ml Automatic Dry Point kit for the ASTM D86 standard method
(V19140),
• The AD86 5G 200 ml Automatic Dry Point kit for the ASTM D1078 standard
method (V19141).

If you use the Automatic Dry Point kit for 125CC or the Automatic Dry Point kit for
200CC with Acetone, you must add a Kalrez O-ring.

First of all let's look again at the definition of Dry Point.

Dry Point - Thermometer reading observed at the instant the last drop of liquid evaporates from the
lowest point in the flask. Drops or films of liquid on the side of the flask are disregarded.

A. CONFIGURATION
The configuration of the analyzer will have to be compatible with the version of the dry point you
wish to use (see chapter 10, "SERVICE PARAMETERS", sections "A" and "C4.3").

• Press the (CTRL) key and select option 3, "SERVICE PARAMETERS". Select option 6,
"ANALYZER CONFIGURATION", of the "SERVICE PARAMETERS" menu (you will need to
know the access code).

• Type in the access code and confirm with (ENT).

The access codes are given in section B, of chapter 5, "SERVICE PARAMETERS", of the Service
Manual.

The dry point parameter values are :

• 0 : automatic ; 1 : manual.

• Type in the required configuration on the corresponding line and press (ENT).

• Press (OK) to quit the display.

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B. DETECTION
For the manual dry point test the operator detects the dry point visually.

At 5% residue a warning alarm will be triggered, thus warning the operator when the dry point is
imminent.

The distillation run is started as usual.

You can busy yourself with other chores, knowing that the alarm will warn you before the dry point is
reached.

When the 5% residue alarm is triggered, closely observe the distillate in the flask and when you
consider that the dry point has been reached, press the (DPS) key.
(DPS = Dry Point Switch)

The vapor temperature thus registered will be recorded as corresponding to the Dry Point.

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15 - METHODS, STANDARD OR NON-STANDARD RUN

When the method "number" is entered opposite "METHOD" during programme creation (e.g. "86" for
the ASTM method D 86) then the default value for the distillation rate is automatically displayed. If he
so wishes, the operator can enter a non-standard distillation rate for any of the methods mentioned in
this chapter.

Standard D 86 D 189 D 850 D 1078 IP 123 NF ISO JIS Non- DIN

07002 3405 K2254 standard 51571
Method 86 189 850 1078 123 7002 3405 2254 9999 751
number

A completely non-standard method may be programmed using the "9999" method described at the end
of this chapter.

The drawing below indicates the position of the automatic dry point kit in the flask. Note the vapor
temperature probe and the thermocouple position for an automatic dry point test. The coil, at the end
of the probe, will be considered to be the bulb of a thermometer.

Press and turn to

lock/unlock the
stopper

Press and turn to

lock/unlock the
stopper

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A. ASTM D 86
A1. Group
When creating a distillation programme (see chapter 5, "THE DISTILLATION PROGRAMME",
section B, "CREATING A PROGRAMME") you must programme the group to which the substance
belongs.

To determine the group and thus the distillation test conditions (temperature of the condenser bath and
graduate compartment...) you must consult the tables for the method.

Extracts from the ASTM D 86 - 93 standard method, from the Annual Book of ASTM Standards
(1993), are included in section A of chapter 7, “STARTING A DISTILLATION TEST”.

A2. Barometric Correction

You have the possibility in your programme of correcting the temperature reading to 760 mm Hg
(101.3 kPa). This should be indicated when creating your programme ("0" or "1").

The barometric pressure prevailing at the time and location of the test is automatically measured by
the analyzer.

The automatic correction thus carried will be :

• Tc = T 0.00012 (760 - P) (K+T)

Tc = Corrected temperature
T = Temperature measured
P = Prevailing barometric pressure
K = 273°C or 460°F

A3. Final Boiling Point / Dry Point

The test run can be programmed to stop for :

• The FBP - the test stops when the FBP is reached

• The DP - the test stops when the DP is reached

• FBP or DP - the test stops when either the FBP or the DP is reached

• The FBP and the DP - the test stops when the FBP and the DP have both been reached.

In any cases, the heating is stopped automatically 10 minutes after 5% residue.

A4. Results corrected according to percentage loss

When commanding the automatic printout of results (option 1, "RESULTS" of the "PRINTOUT"
menu), you can also request the printout of the corrected results taking the losses into account. To do
so, enable "EVAPORATED PERCENTAGES" in the programme.

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B. ASTM D 1078
B1. Barometric Correction
To conform with the method ASTM D 1078 there are two types of calculation for the barometric
correction.

• 1st type :

Corrected temperature = Measured temperature + 0.00012 X (IBP in °K) X (760 - P)

IBP on absolute temperature scale multiplied by 0.00012 gives K.

• 2nd type :

Corrected temperature = Measured temperature + K (760 - P)

K is given in table 3 of the ASTM method (included further on).

P is the barometric pressure in mm Hg.

1. To obtain the first type of calculation enter "1" opposite "Barometric Correction" when creating
your programme. Enter "0" opposite "Coefficient".

2. To obtain the second calculation enter "1" opposite "Barometric Correction" and K multiplied by
1000 opposite "Coefficient". For “K” values see table 3 at the end of this section.

For example : BENZENE table 3 K = 0.043

Barometric correction = 1
Coefficient = 43

The barometric pressure correction is only effective after the first drop has been
detected.

B2. Dry Point and Final Boiling Point

In the method ASTM D 1078 normal procedure is that the test stops for the Dry Point. To this end the
parameter for "STOP CONDITION" should be 1.

Reminder : 0:FBP 1:DP 2: DP or FBP 3: DP and FBP

• If the Dry Point is detected the test will stop.

• If the dry point is not detected, the test will stop 5 mn after 5% residue whether FBP is detected or
not.

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If the FBP is not detected, the ticket will be :

detected
“Real” FBP
not
This indicates that the maximum temperature reading was taken and the test stopped using the 5
minute delay.

For this to be carried out automatically the Automatic Dry Point option must be
installed.

B3. For the method D 1078 the heating stops in 3 cases :

• Test stop once the DP has been detected.

• Test stop after the 5 mn delay - the DP hasn't been detected even though the FBP has already been
detected. The time from detection of 5 % residue is indicated at the end of the “FBP” line.

• Test stop 5 mn after 5% residue, if neither the DP nor the FBP is detected. The ticket is as
indicated at top of the page.

In any case, the precondition for the analyzer to be stopped, remains that the volume
doesn't change during 2 minutes. For this duration the heating is cut off automatically.

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EXTRACT FROM ASTM D1078 STANDARD METHOD

Table 3 Change of Boiling Point with Pressure

Compound Value of K, Deg C per mm Boiling Point at 760 mm

Hg at Boiling Point Hg, deg C

Acetone 0.039 56.1

n-Amyl alcohol 0.041 138.0
n-Amyl acetate 0.048 149.5
Aromatic solvent naphtha 0.049 ...

Benzene 0.043 80.1

Isobutyl acetate 0.045 117.3
n-Butyl acetate 0.045 126.1
sec-Butyl acetate 0.045 112.4
Isobutyl alcohol 0.036 107.9
n-Butyl alcohol 0.037 117.7
sec-Butyl alcohol 0.035 99.5

Diacetone alcohol 0.050 ...

Diethylene glycol 0.050 245.8
Dipropylene glycol 0.051 232.8

Ethyl acetate 0.041 77.2

Ethyl alcohol 0.033 78.3
Ethylene glycol 0.045 197.6
2-Butoxyethanol 0.047 171.2
2-Ethoxyethanol 0.044 135.1
2-Ethoxyethyl acetate 0.046 156.3

Hexylene glycol 0.045 197.1

n-Hexyl acetate 0.050 171.6

Isophorone 0.057 215.3

Methyl alcohol 0.033 64.5

Methyl ethyl ketone 0.043 79.6
Methyl isoamyl acetate 0.048 146.2
Methyl isoamyl ketone 0.048 144.9
Methyl isobutyl carbinol 0.041 131.8
Methyl isobutyl ketone 0.046 116.2

Perchloroethylene 0.048 121.2

Isopropyl alcohol 0.033 82.3
Isopropyl acetate 0.041 88.5
Propylene glycol 0.043 187.6
Pyridine 0.046 115.4

Toluene 0.046 110.6

Trichloroethylene 0.043 87.1

Vinyl acetate 0.040 72.7

Xylene (mixed isomers) 0.049 ...

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B4. ASTM D1078 Reminder for IBP time and ISL Recommendations
Section 9.3 of the ASTM D1078 standard method states that “a certain amount of judgement is
necessary in choosing the best operating conditions to get acceptable accuracy and precision for
materials having different distilling temperatures”.

The times specified in the standard for reaching the initial boiling point are given in the table below.
The ISL recommended times for best results, which respect the standard, are also given in the table.

IBP RANGE D1078 Specified times to IBP Recommended times to IBP

IBP below 150 °C 5 to 10 min 8.5 to 10 min

IBP above 150 °C 10 to 15 min 13.5 to 15 min

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C. ASTM D 850
With the following exceptions the ASTM D 850 is identical to the ASTM D 1078 METHOD :

• Distillation rate : 5 to 7 % / mn

• Barometric correction given by : Tc = T + K (760 - P).

K is calculated in accordance with table 2 (below) of this ASTM method. It should be multiplied by
1000 and included in the programme.

The nearest integer being used, the values are of the same magnitude as for the ASTM
D 1078 method.

TABLE 2 – Formulas for k for Correction for Variations in Barometric Pressure

Material Formulas for Calculating

Values of k Between 600 and
800 mm Pressure *

Benzene K = 0.0427 + 0.000025

(760 – P)
Toluene K = 0.0463 + 0.000027
(760 – P)
Ethylbenzene K = 0.0490 + 0.000028
(760 – P)
Ortho-xylene K = 0.0497 + 0.000029
(760 – P)
Meta-xylene K = 0.0490 + 0.000029
(760 – P)
Para-xylene K = 0.0492 + 0.000029
(760 – P)
10-deg, 5-deg, nitration K = 0.0493 + 0.000029
grade xylene (760 – P)
Solvent naphtha K = 0.0493 + 0.000029
(760 – P)
Hi-flash solvent K = 0.0530 + 0.000032
(760 – P)

(*) Corrected barometric pressure in millimeters of mercury at 0°C at time and place of distillation test = P in formulas for k.

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D. ASTM D189
For this method you need a 200 ml graduated cylinder and a 250 ml flask (they are included in the
Spare Parts list of the Service Manual).

The volume calibration should be carried out with a 200 ml graduate.

D1. Distillation Rate

The distillation rate is automatically regulated between 8 and 10 ml / mn.

D2. Barometric Correction

There is no barometric correction.

D3. Test Stopping

The normal test stop for ASTM D 189 is at 90% volume.

To this end you should :

• Programme a "VOLUME STOP" at 89% (178 ml), (*)

• Programme a "VOLUME ALARM" at 90.0% (180 ml).

The operation of the analyzer for this method will then be :

• The heating will stop when 89% of condensate has been recovered, but the volume measurement
continues until 90% condensate (drained from the condenser tube).

• 90% condensate will be signaled by the volume alarm, at which point you replace the cylinder
with a small Erlenmeyer flask for recovery of any final condensate.

• Press (STOP) to stop the distillation.

The message indicating the phase of the test is "IBP determination" at the beginning of the test and
after the IBP has been determined it becomes "--> 89%".

Your programme should include :

- "EXPECTED VOLUME – HOLD UP: 100%"

- "FBP DETECTION : -5°C"

(*) You have the possibility of not programmeming this test stop, in which case the system will try to detect the FBP.

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D4. Graduate Chamber Adaptation for D 189

The condenser tube passes through the opening in a metal plate at the top of the chamber. To adapt the
graduate chamber for reception of a 200 ml graduated cylinder, this metal plate must be removed.

• Remove the 2 hexagon head screws securing the front of the metal plate.

• Slide the metal plate forward a little to free it at the rear.

• Turn the metal plate 180 ° around the condenser tube.

• Lower what is now the front right-hand corner of the metal plate into the space between the arms
of the optical detectors, allowing the metal plate to pivot as “guided” by the remaining fixed plate.

• Remove the plate on the left side of the condenser tube.

To remove the plate, proceed in the reverse order.

E. IP 123, ISO 3405 AND AFNOR M07-002

E1. Characteristics
The only difference between the preparation for the ASTM D 86 standard and the AFNOR M07-002
standard is that for the latter the diameter of the centered hole of the flask support board is 50 cm (2
in) for groups 1 and 2 instead of 38 cm (1.5 in). No group 0 for AFNOR M07-002).

The centered hole for the IP 123 and ISO 3405 standards is 38 cm (1.5 in), like the ASTM D86
standard test for these groups.

E2. Creating a Programme

When creating a programme for the methods listed above you should enter the value given in the table
at the beginning of this chapter.

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F. JIS K2254
The Japanese standard is similar to the ASTM D 86 standard.

The results display doesn't have "5% residue" line, but however it includes a "95%" line and a "97%"
line. The section that differs is illustrated below.

95.0 XXX.X
97.0 YYY.YMmnSSs
FBP PP.P ZZZ.Z MmnSSs

The times displayed for "97" and "FBP" are counted from "5% residue".

The results sent to the printer and on the external link are similar.

G. METHOD "9999"
To perform a distillation run without the probe correction, enter "9999" opposite "METHOD" in the
programme.

Then enter the various parameters.

The results printout carries a reminder that the test wasn't performed according to a specific standard.

.
.
.

Non-Standard method

When operating in this mode, the following should be noted :

• There isn't any barometric correction of the temperature.

• There won't be any temperature correction : the temperature reading will be considered correct
(here we refer to any possible error due to emergent stem of the thermometer).

• The corrected results, taking losses into account, can be calculated.

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16 - AUTOMATIC DRY POINT

Two automatic dry point kits are available as accessories for the standard AD86 5G analyzer :

• The AD86 5G 125 ml Automatic Dry Point kit for the ASTM D86 standard method (V19140),
• The AD86 5G 200 ml Automatic Dry Point kit for the ASTM D1078 standard method (V19141).

An automatic dry point accessory kit includes a dry point stopper kit, a dry point accessory standby
holder, the corresponding distillation probe and the corresponding distillation flask. The stopper has an
orifice for the vapor temperature probe (see figure on the next page).

The stopper kit includes : a reinforcement guide for the thermocouple and a locking mechanism for
easy installation, including a mechanism that presses the thermocouple against the bottom of the flask.
Once the dry point stopper has been secured on the flask, the thermocouple is perfectly centered in the
flask. The operator does not have to readjust its position. To position the vapor probe, simply adjust it
to the required level.

Dry Point Definition – Thermometer reading observed at the instant the last drop of liquid evaporates
from the lowest point in the flask. Drops or films of liquid on the side of the flask are disregarded.

The test stop must be entered in the programme (see section C).

A. INSTALLATION
A1. Standby Position of the Dry Point Stopper Kit
The first operation should be to assemble the dry point accessory holder delivered with the automatic
dry point kit.

• Remove the vapor probe holder (the metal tube).

• Place the dry point accessory holder in the rectangular groove of the vapor probe holder housing.
• Put the vapor probe holder back in its housing, thus blocking the dry point accessory holder
behind the vapor probe holder.

The dry point accessory holder has 2 support positions, one for each type of dry point stopper kit.
The diameter of the D1078 kit stopper is larger than that of the D86 kit stopper.

Connecting the thermocouple

• The wiring of the thermocouple has a 5-pin DIN connector which should be connected to its
socket, front view (3), on the front of the analyzer.

The vapor probe should be placed as is normal for the method being used (see the drawing at the
beginning of chapter 15, “METHODS…”). The coil, at the end of the probe, will be considered to be
the bulb of a thermometer.

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B. CONFIGURATION
The configuration of the analyzer will have to be compatible with the version of the dry point you
wish to use (see chapter 9, "SERVICE PARAMETERS", section "C4.3").

• Press the (CTRL) key and select option 3, "SERVICE PARAMETERS". Select option 6,
"ANALYZER CONFIGURATION", of the "SERVICE PARAMETERS" menu (you will need to
know the access code - it is given in section B, "SERVICE PARAMETERS DISPLAY" of chapter
5, "SERVICE PARAMETERS", of the Service Manual).
• Type in the access code and confirm with (ENT).
• The dry point parameter values are :
0 : automatic ; 1 : manual.
• Type in "0" opposite "DRY POINT" and confirm with (ENT).

If you have no more analyzer configuration changes to make, press (OK).

C. TEST STOP CONDITION

1. The test stop must be entered in the distillation programme :

• The FBP - the test stops when the FBP is detected.

• The DP - the test stops when the DP is detected.
• FBP or DP - the test stops when either the FBP or the DP is detected.
• The FBP and the DP - the test stops when the FPB and the DP have both been detected.

Reminder : 0:FBP 1:DP 2: EP or DP 3: EP and FBP

2. It is also possible to programme an alarm for the dry point detection.

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Standard set of accessories is including:

For V19140 kit:

1. V19142 – Automatic dry point stopper assembly / with L00426

2. L00148 – Long probe temperature
3. M00403 – Standard 125ccc flask / D86
4. M01014 – Viton toric gasket (optional solvent proof Kalrez o-ring can be ordered P/N M01045)
5. Q1910156 – Dry point accessory standby holder

For V191141 Kit:

1. V19143 – Automatic dry point stopper assembly / with L00427

2. L00148 – Long probe temperature
3. M00478 – Standard 200cc flask / D01078 / D850
4. M01045 – Solvent proof Kalrez o-ring
5. Q1910156 – Dry point accessory standby holder

* Note 1: Solvent proof O-ring is included in the kit to be installed in the standard cylinder base for
solvent compatibility.

* Note 2: Special optional ceramic plates, which are not included in the V19141 kit, shall be used for
D1078 dry point distillation P/N M00747 (D25.4), P/N M00749 (D32).

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17 - RS-232 EXTERNAL LINK

An RS 232C external link accessory, for connection to a computer, is available with the ISL AD86 5G
Distillation Analyzer. An RS 232C interface board must be installed on the AD86 5G analyzer, after
which the link is operational and can be configured from the analyzer keyboard.

The RS 232C accessory is not compatible with the ISL PC Automatic Laboratory
Analyzer Network (ALAN) link.

The installation of this external link disables the PC interface link for ISL ALAN Network.

A. CHARACTERISTICS
The link is an asynchronous serial link with EIA RS 232C type. Other parameter configuration can be
carried out from the keyboard.

A1. Output connector

The output connector is a 25-pin male connector. Pins arrangement is as illustrated below:

A2. Configuration hard

ƒ Baud Rate : 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 baud
ƒ Data bits : 7 or 8
ƒ Parity : even (2), odd (1) or none (0)
ƒ Stop bits : 1 or 2

A2. EIA RS 232C Link

ƒ Line standby status: +12V (MARK)
ƒ Input signals used: CTS, DSR
ƒ Output signals used: RTS, DTR

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B. CONFIGURATION HARD
Once the RS 232C interface board is installed, the (EXT) key is used for configuration and
management of the serial link.

Press the (EXT) key, the configuration main menu appears:

EXTERNAL LINK RS 232C

1. Configuration hard
2. Configuration soft
3. Transmission type
4. Validation of results
5. External link test

Choice: _

1. Select option 1, "CONFIGURATION HARD" and press (ENT), the display becomes:

CONFIGURATION HARD

Baud rate : 9600 baud

Data bits (7,8) : 8
Stop bits (1,2) : 2
Parity : 0

(0:none 1:odd 2:even)

06/04/95 Access code: _ [OK]: Return

2. Type in the access code (59) and press (ENT)

3. The cursor is now positioned on the first line for configuration.
4. Use the down arrow key to place the cursor on the desired line. All the configuration
possibilities are given in the previous section.
5. Press (ENT) to confirm each entry and the cursor is positioned on the following line.
6. Press (OK) to return to the previous display.

The configuration possibilities are given in section A.

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C. CONFIGURATION SOFT
• Press (EXT) and select option 2, "CONFIGURATION SOFT". The display becomes:

CONFIGURATION SOFT

Communication protocol : 1
(0:no 1:yes)
If no protocol, time between transmis. : 0.1 s
Computer on line : 1
(0:no 1:yes)
Analyzer number : 98
Automatic validation of results : 0
(0:no 1:yes)
End of transmission character : 0

06/04/95 10:44 Access code: _ [OK]: Return

• To position the cursor for configuration, type in the access code (59) and press (ENT).

The principle of parameter entry is the same as for "Configuration Hard", type in the value and press
(ENT) to confirm, or use the down arrow to pass to the next line.
Press (OK) to return to the previous display.

C1. Transmission without protocol

If there is no "Communication protocol", "0", then there will be no analyzer/external computer
communication protocol. Transmission occurs when the test run is terminated, in accordance with the
format presented further on.

The delay between messages will be as configured for the second parameter, "time between
transmissions".

C2. Transmission with protocol

If the "communication protocol" parameter is configured "YES" (therefore "1"), then a dialogue
protocol will be necessary between the analyzer and the external computer.

C2.1. Principle and advantages of protocol

• The analyzer must be authorized to transfer results (ENQ sequence).

• It is the external computer that controls the message transfer rate (ENQ sequence).
• All messages from the analyzer must be acknowledged by the external computer (transmission
confirmed as security precaution).
• Should communication be faulty, only the external computer can decide whether or not to abort
transmission.

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C2.2. Protocol characteristics

• Analyzer response time on receiving ENQ < 100 ms

• Real waiting time for acknowledging a results message 2 sec
• Results transfer delay after end of test Delay for ENQ not limited
• Number of calls on receiving NAK after a results message Not limited (end with ACK or EOT)

C2.3. Request and reception of results

The external computer uses the ENQ code (05H) to ask the analyzer if any results are ready to be sent.
If the analyzer has no results to send, it replies ACK (06H). If it has, the results are sent.
If there are several fruitless communications, the computer may decide to abort transmission by
sending an EOT (04H) character.

ANALYZER EXTERNAL COMPUTER

← ENQ
1 message result XXXXX →
← NAK
← ENQ
Same messageXXXXX →
Delete result ← EOT
Abandon
← ENQ
No result (ACK) →
← ENQ
(ACK) if no result or →
Transfer of result →

On receiving ACK, the computer need not reply. On receiving a result message, the latter must be
checked (checksum) and the computer must reply ACK (06H) or NAK (15H), depending on whether
the message was correct or not.

ANALYZER EXTERNAL COMPUTER

← ENQ
1 message result XXXXX → (not received properly)
Conserve result ← NAK

On receiving NAK, the analyzer waits for the next ENQ before sending the same message again.

ANALYZER EXTERNAL COMPUTER

← ENQ
1 message result XXXXX → (not received properly)
← NAK
← ENQ
Same message result XXXXX → (received properly)
← ACK
← ENQ
Next message result XXXXX → etc.

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C3. Computer on-Line

For the external link to be operational, the "computer on-line" parameter must be configured "YES"
("1").

C4. Analyzer number

The operator should allocate the analyzer a number. This number is sent with each result message. See
"MESSAGE FORMAT" further on.

C5. End of transmission character

The "end of transmission character" (EOT) should be set in one of 2 categories:

• EOT character = 0: no (EOT) at the end of the last message

• EOT character > 0: (EOT) at the end of the last message

C5.1. EOT Character = 0

When the EOT character = "0" the different result blocks are separated by a message of the type:

(AXY,NNNNNNNNNNNNNNN,999000.0) UV CR LF

See example in section “G. EXAMPLE OF MESSAGES SENT” page 145 where the EOT character is
"0".

C5.2. EOT Character > 0

When the EOT character is > 0, there is no separation message (as above) between the result blocks.
Transmission is terminated by a message of the type:

(AXY,NNNNNNNNNNNNNNN,999000.0) UV CR EOT.

The last character sent is the EOT character.

The message format is explained in section E. See the next section for the various results blocks.

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C6. RESULTS VALIDATION

C6.1. Automatic Validation of Results

If the "automatic validation of results" is requested, "yes", then the results are transmitted when the
test run is terminated.

C6.2. Manual Validation of Results

When "automatic validation of results" has been configured "no" in the "SOFT CONFIGURATION",
the operator must send the results one at a time, by selecting them from the stock of results (maximum
8) in the analyzer.
To do so, press the (EXT) key and select option 4, "VALIDATION OF RESULTS". The display
becomes:

DISTILLATION TEST TO BE DISPLAYED

4 * Test Result 4 Name 4 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

3 * Test Result 3 Name 3 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

2 Test Result 2 Name 2 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

1 Test Result 1 Name 1 jj/mm/aaaa hh-mn

Programme Sample Date Time

* Validated and transmitted Choice: _

06/04/95 11:04 Access code: _ [ Pg dn] [OK]: Return

• Enter the access code and press (ENT).

The cursor is placed for results selection.

• Enter the number of the results you wish to validate and transmit on the external link.

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D. TYPE OF MESSAGE
The operator can configure the "Transmission type" for transfer of one or all of the following:
ƒ The conditions of the distillation,
ƒ The distillation programme,
ƒ The observed results,
ƒ The percentage evaporated.

At the end of this chapter you will find an example containing all these possibilities. Let us first
consider the contents for the various possibilities.

D1. Conditions of the Distillation

If "conditions of distillation" is selected the following are transferred:
ƒ Sample name,
ƒ Programme number,
ƒ Operator's name,
ƒ Date of the beginning of the test,
ƒ Time of the beginning of the test,
ƒ Date of the end of the test,
ƒ Time of the end of the test,
ƒ Ambient temperature at IBP, °C/°F (according to the programme configuration),
ƒ Atmospheric pressure at IBP in mmHg
ƒ Condenser bath temperature, °C/°F,
ƒ Graduate chamber temperature, °C/°F,
ƒ Indicator of whether or not calibrations were requested, "warning ! perform calibrations",
at test start.
ª If yes: indicator < 0
ª If no calibrations warning was displayed: indicator > 0.

D2. The Distillation Programme

If "distillation programme" is selected the following are transferred:

ƒ Sample name
ƒ Programme number
ƒ Name of programme, 1st part (15 characters)
ƒ Name of programme, 2nd part (10 characters)
ƒ Date of creation
ƒ Time of creation
ƒ Temperature unit
ƒ Letter of method
ƒ Digits of method
ƒ Group
ƒ Distillation rate (in %/mn)
ƒ Condenser bath set-point °C/°F (according to the programme configuration)
ƒ Condenser bath temperature delta °C/°F
ƒ Graduate chamber set-point °C/°F

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ƒ First heating level W

ƒ First heating level time mn
ƒ Second heating level W
ƒ Final heating adjustment W
ƒ Barometric correction (0/1)
ƒ Barometric correction coefficient
ƒ Rounded temperature (0/1)
ƒ Expected volume %
ƒ FBP detection temperature drop °C/°F
ƒ Temperature stop °C/°F
ƒ Volume stop %
ƒ Stop condition
ƒ Temperature alarm °C/°F
ƒ Volume alarm %
ƒ IBP alarm
ƒ FBP alarm
ƒ DP alarm
ƒ End-of-test alarm
ƒ Observed temperature 1 °C/°F
ƒ Observed temperature 2 °C/°F
ƒ Observed temperature 3 °C/°F
ƒ Observed temperature 4 °C/°F
ƒ Observed temperature 5 °C/°F
ƒ Printing step %
ƒ Automatic printing (0/1)
ƒ Residue default value %
ƒ Percentage evaporated printing (0/1)

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D3. Observed Results and Percentage Evaporated

D3.1. Observed Results

A distillation result transferred means that 58 messages have been sent. The messages are grouped in
pairs, the first gives the temperature recorded, the second the corresponding volume. 27
temperature/volume pairs are sent, to which 3 messages (recovery, residue and loss) are added.

N° (***) MESSAGE CONTENTS

1 Initial Boiling Point Temperature
2 IBP Volume
3 Temperature at 10%
4 Volume at 5%
5 Temperature at 10%
6 Volume at 10%
7 Temperature at 15%
8 Volume at 15%
. .
. .
. .
39 95%
40 Volume at 95%
41 Temperature at Final Boiling Point
42 Volume at Final Boiling Point (*)
43 Temperature at Dry Point (*)
44 Volume at Dry Point (*)
45 Observation Temperature N°1 (**)
46 Observation Volume N°1 (**)
47 Observation Temperature N°2 (**)
48 Observation Volume N°2 (**)
49 Observation Temperature N°3 (**)
50 Observation Volume N°3 (**)
51 Observation Temperature N°4 (**)
52 Observation Volume N°4 (**)
53 Observation Temperature N°5 (**)
54 Observation Volume N°5 (**)
55 Percent recovery
56 Percent residue
57 Observed loss
58 End message

(*) If no Final Boiling Point or Dry Point, values transferred will be 000.0

(**) If no Observed temperature or volume, transferred values will be 999.9

(***) Number only given for explanation purposes. There is no number in the messages sent.

Note: There are 2 extra messages for the Standard JIS K2254.
- Message no.41: Temperature at 97%
- Message no.42: Volume at 97%

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D3.1. Percentage Evaporated Results

The last 3 results messages (55, 56, 57) will be in this case:

- Corrected total recovery

- Percent residue,
- Corrected loss.

“Corrected” means that barometric corrections have been introduced.

To distinguish between “Observed results” and Percentage evaporated”, see the section “MESSAGE
FORMAT” further on.

D4. Selection of type of Message

Press the (EXT) key and select option 3, "TRANSMISSION TYPE". The display becomes:

TRANSMISSION TYPE
Conditions of distillation :1
Distillation programme :1
Observed results :1
Evaporated percentages :1

06/04/95 10:47 Access code: _ [OK]: Return

Type in the access code (59) and confirm with (ENT). The cursor is now positioned for configuration.

To select an option, enter "1" and confirm by (ENT). To cancel an option enter "0", confirming by
(ENT). Use the up-and-down keys to select options.

• Press (OK) to return to the previous display.

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E. MESSAGE FORMAT (FOR OBSERVED RESULTS AND

PERCENTAGE EVAPORATED)
Code: ASCII Length: 34 characters

(AXY,NNNNNNNNNNNNNNN,IIIZZZ.Z) UV CR LF

where XY = analyzer number (entered by the operator)

N...N = sample number entered by the operator on starting the test (15 characters).
III = identification of data (observed results or % evaporated alternatively):
For information relating to test conditions: C
For information relating to the programme: P

to identify observed results to identify % evaporated:

"T " for temperature "TC " for temperature
"R " for volume "RC " for volume
"999" for end message "999" for end message

ZZZ = data value

UV = checksum: the 2 least significant digits (in ASCII) resulting from the hexadecimal sum of all
the preceding characters, including parentheses.

CR = ODH = Carriage Return

LF = OAH = Line Feed

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F. EXTERNAL LINK TEST

F1. Carrying out the external link
To carry out an RS 232C external link test, press the (EXT) key and select option 5, "EXTERNAL
LINK TEST". A line them appears at the bottom of the screen:

Enter the access code: _

• Enter the access code as requested and press (ENT). The access code is factory set at “0”.

The following display appears:

EXTERNAL LINK TEST

1: Test 0: End 0_

22/06/95 17:36

• Type in "1" and press (ENT).

The message sent should be:

(ISL AD 865G 0123456789)D5 CR LF

F2. End of test

• Type in "0" and press (ENT) to end the external link test.

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G. EXAMPLE OF MESSAGES SENT

G1. Result message
This example includes all options (see section “D. TYPE OF MESSAGE”).

In this example, EOT = “0” (see section “C5. End of transmission character”).

(A99, LG210695 #2 ,C1 ) 4F

(A99, 27 , C 2 ) 9A
(A99, LG ,C3 ) C5
(A99, 21/06/95 ,C4 ) 08
(A99, 11/05 ,C5 ) D5
(A99, 21/0695 ,C6 ) 0A
(A99, 11:41 ,C7 ) D7
(A99, 28 , C 8 ) A1
(A99, 766, C 9 ) BB
(A99, 1 , C10 ) 91
(A99, 15 , C11 ) A7
(A99, 1 , C12 ) 93
(A99, LG210695 #2 , 999000.0) B4
(A99, LG210695 #2 ,P1 ) 5C
(A99, 27 , P 2 ) A7
(A99, KEROSENE ,P3 ) DB
(A99, ,P4 ) 80
(A99, 21/06/95 ,P5 ) 16 “999” indicates end of
(A99, 10: 36 ,P6 ) E6 block for distillation
(A99, C ,P7 ) A6 conditions
(A99, D ,P8 ) A8
(A99, 86 , P 9 ) B3
(A99, 2 , P10 ) 9F
(A99, 4.5, P11 ) C5
(A99, 2 , P12 ) A1
(A99, 0 , P13 ) A0
(A99, 15 , P14 ) B7
(A99, 373, P15 ) CF
(A99, 3.0, P16 ) C4
(A99, 108, P17 ) CD
(A99, 0 , P18 ) A5
(A99, 1 , P19 ) A7
(A99, 0 , P20 ) 9E
(A99, 0 , P21 ) 9F
(A99, 97 , P22 ) C0
(A99, 1.0, P23 ) C0
(A99, 0.0, P24 ) C0
(A99, 0.0, P25 ) C1
(A99, 0 , P26 ) A4
(A99, 0.0, P27 ) C3
(A99, 0.0, P28 ) C4
(A99, 0 , P29 ) A7
(A99, 0 , P30 ) 9F
(A99, 0 , P31 ) A0
(A99, 0 , P32 ) A1
(A99, 0.0, P33 ) C0
(A99, 0.0, P34 ) C1
(A99, 0.0, P35 ) C2
(A99, 0.0, P36 ) C3
(A99, 0.0, P37 ) C4
(A99, 0.0, P38 ) AC

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(A99, 0 , P39 ) A8
(A99, 0.0, P40 ) BE
(A99, 0 , P41 ) A1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , 999000.0 ) B4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 149.5 ) BO
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 000.0 ) 9B
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 167.0 ) AB
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 005.0 )AO
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 171.6 )AC “999” indicates end of
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 010.0 )9C block for distillation
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 175.2 )AC programme
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 015.0 )A1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 178.6 )B3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 020.0 )9D
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 181.4 )AB “999” indicates end of
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 025.0 )A2 results block
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 185.2 )AD
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 030.0 )9E
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 188.3 )B1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 035.0 )A3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 191.6 )AE
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 040.0 )9F
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 194.8 )B3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 045.0 )A4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 198.1 )B0
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 050.0 )AO
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 201.5 )A5
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 055.0 )A5
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 205.4 )A8
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 060.0 )A1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 209.4 )AC
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 065.0 )A6
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 213.6 )A9
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 070.0 )A2
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 217.9 )BO
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 075.0 )A7
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 222.6 )A9
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 080.0 )A3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 227.7 )AF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 085.0 )A8
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 233.9 )AE
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 090.0 )A4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 242.5 )AA
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 095.0 )A9
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 247.7 )B1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 096.7 )B1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 000.0 )9D
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 000.0 )9B
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 999.9 )C1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 999.9 )BF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 999.9 )C1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 999.9 )BF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 999.9 )C1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 999.9 )BF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 999.9 )C1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 999.9 )BF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , T 999.9 )C1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 999.9 )BF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 097.4 )AF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 002.0 )9D

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(A99, LG210695 #2 , R 000.6 )A1

(A99, LG210695 #2 , 999000.0)B4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 149.5 )D3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 000.0 )BE
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 166.6 )D3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 005.0 )C3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 171.1 )CA
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 010.0 )BF
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 174.7 )D3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 015.0 )C4
(A99, LG210695 #2, , TC 177.9 )D8
(A99, LG210695 #2, , RC 020.0 )CO
(A99, LG210695 #2, , TC 181.2 )CC
(A99, LG210695 #2, , RC 025.0 )C5
(A99, LG210695 #2, , TC 184.8 )D5
(A99, LG210695 #2, , RC 030.0 )C1
(A99, LG210695 #2, , TC 187.8 )D8
(A99, LG210695 #2, , RC 035.0 )C6
(A99, LG210695 #2, , TC 191.0 )CB
(A99, LG210695 #2, , RC 040.0 )C2
(A99, LG210695 #2, , TC 194.3 )D1
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 045.0 )C7
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 197.7 )D8
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 050.0 )C3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 201.1 )C4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 055.0 )C8
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 204.9 )CF
(A99, LG210695 # , RC 060.0 )C4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 208.9 )D3
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 065.0 )C9
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 213.0 )C6
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 070.0 )C5
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 217.4 )CE
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 075.0 )CA
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 221.9 )CE
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 080.0 )C6
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 227.0 )CB
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 085.0 )CB
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 233.0 )C8
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 090.0 )C7
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 241.2 )C9
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 095.0 )CC
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 247.7 )D4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 096.7 )D4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 000.0 )CO
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 000.0 )BE
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 999.9 )E4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 999.9 )E2
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 999.9 )E4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 999.9 )E2
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 999.9 )E4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 999.9 )E2
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 999.9 )E4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 999.9 )E2
(A99, LG210695 #2 , TC 999.9 )E4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 999.9 )E2
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 099.4 )D4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 002.0 )CO
(A99, LG210695 #2 , RC 000.6 )C4
(A99, LG210695 #2 , 999000.0 )B4

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G2. External Link Test Message

(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
(ISL AD86 5G 0123456789 ) D5
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APPENDIX

SEMI-AUTOMATIC DISTILLATION
For certain petroleum products it may be more convenient to use the semi-automatic distillation mode
so as to control the distillation rate. In semi-automatic mode the operator can vary the second level
heating, thus controlling the distillation rate, depending on the rate displayed on the left of the screen
(the distillation rate is calculated every ml for the 5 previous ml).

The heating value(s) entered for the second level heating will depend on the requirements of the
operator. Experience will teach him what the value(s) should be.

Preparation

• Create a distillation programme as usual, as described in chapter 5, "THE DISTILLATION

PROGRAMME".

• Enter "0" for the "Distillation Rate" parameter of the distillation programme so as to disable the
automatic control of the flask heating.

The "second level heating" value controls the flask heating in semi-automatic mode. The operator can
enter "0" for the "first level heating" and the "first level heating time". The "final heating adjustment"
is disabled.

• Enter a "second level heating" value so as to respect the conditions required at the beginning of the
test.

If the operator wishes, he may enter a "first level heating" value and a "first level heating time". If
he does, then the second level heating will be applied once the "time" for the first level heating has
passed. If the time is "0", then the second level heating will be applied from the beginning of the
programme.

Test Starting

• Start the distillation run as usual, as described in chapter 7, "STARTING A DISTILLATION

TEST".

After Test Start-up

• If necessary, activate the "RESET" display, by pressing the (RESET) key, and enter the password.

• Depending on the distillation rate displayed on the left of the screen and the rate required for the
run, the operator can enter a suitable value for the "second level heating".

If a "first level heating" has been entered, the operator may modify this value during the "time"
period defined for it in the programme.

At any moment from the application of the "second level heating" its value may be modified, just as if
the operator was adjusting a potentiometer for heating control.

Final Heating Adjustment

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The "final heating adjustment" being disabled in this mode, the operator should adjust the "second
level heating" so as to respect the requirements of the distillation run from 5 % residue to the FBP
and/or DP.

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INDEX

9999 Accessories / Preparation ................................ 70

Non-standard Method .................................... 129 Automatic Distillation Run
Access Code ......................................................... 45 Presentation ..................................................... 30
Accessories / Preparation Automatic Printing
ASTM D 86 ..................................................... 70 No
Test stop ...................................................... 79
AFNOR M07-002 ............................................... 128 Yes
ALAN.................................................................. 110 test stop ....................................................... 80
ISL ALAN NETWORK .................................. 17 Automatic Results Printout .................................. 57
Alarm Autonomy
Ambient temperature ..................................... 106 Of analyser ...................................................... 33
Causes, consequences.................................... 100
Auto-test......................................................... 38, 95
Chamber Door Open...................................... 101
Condenser Bath ............................................. 105 Barometric Correction
Distillation Program error.............................. 101 ASTM D 86 ................................................... 121
Fire Detection ................................................ 102 Barometric Pressure Corrections ........................ 52
Graduate absent ............................................. 101 Coefficient ....................................................... 53
Graduate Chamber......................................... 105
IBP not detected ............................................ 108 Buzzer Width
No Vapor Probe............................................. 107 Alarm configuration ........................................ 97
Not Ready for Group 0 .................................. 102 Calibration Values............................................... 96
Stopping........................................................... 99 Code Checksum ................................................... 95
Tank Level..................................................... 104
Tank Temperature.......................................... 105 Condenser ............................................................ 20
Thermocouple absent..................................... 106 Condenser Bath ................................................... 20
Treatment....................................................... 100 Condenser Bath Setpoint ..................................... 52
Troubleshooting suggestions ......................... 100
Vapor temperature ......................................... 104 Connections
Of and to analyser............................................ 36
Alarm Parameters
Program warning alarms.................................. 56 Connectors........................................................... 23
Alarms.................................................................. 98 Contents ................................................................. 9
Categories of.................................................... 98 Cooling system..................................................... 19
Continuous....................................................... 98 Cooling System Tank and Circuits
Display............................................................. 98
Characteristics ................................................. 32
Fault............................................................... 101
Intermittent ...................................................... 98 Cooling Unit ........................................................ 34
Regular verif., safety & component............... 102 Programmation .............................................. 116
Test start-up faults ......................................... 101 Default Values ..................................................... 96
Warning ......................................................... 100 Definitions
Ambient Temperature Technology specific to standards .................... 15
Delta value parameter ...................................... 96 Delta
Analyser Condenser Bath Temperature .......................... 52
Presentation ..................................................... 18 Dimensions .......................................................... 31
Analyser Configuration........................................ 96
Display Specifications.......................................... 33
Appendix ............................................................ 149
Distillation
ASTM D 1078..................................................... 122 Run .................................................................. 78
Variation Boiling Pt. – Pressure Table .......... 124 Semi-automatic................................................ 84
ASTM D 189....................................................... 127 Distillation Program............................................ 46
Chamber adaptation....................................... 128 Creation Aid .................................................... 50
ASTM D 850....................................................... 126 Creation of....................................................... 46
ASTM D 86......................................................... 121 Distillation Programs Memory ............................ 58

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Distillation Rate Setting ....................................... 94 Foreword ............................................................. 13

Distillation Working Memory .............................. 58 Front
Dry Point Of the analyser................................................. 23
Alarm............................................................... 56 Front view............................................................ 22
Configuration........................................... 96, 118 Functions
Detection........................................................ 119 Of Keys............................................................ 41
Test ................................................................ 118
Gas Connection ................................................... 34
Dry Point (DP)
Definition......................................................... 16 General scope ...................................................... 15
Eeprom Graduate Cylinder
Fault............................................................... 108 Mounting ....................................................... 117
End-of-Test Group................................................................... 51
Alarm............................................................... 56 Group 0
Environmental Characteristics ............................ 31 Preparation for test .......................................... 72
Expected Volume.................................................. 63 Handling Precautions
End-of-test parameters..................................... 54 LCD devices .................................................... 36
External Link........................................................ 32 Heating Element
RS-232C / Current Loop ............................... 133 Replacement .................................................. 117
Familiarisation Heating Parameters............................................. 53
Keyboard / Screen ........................................... 44 Hold-up volume
Fault Dynamic hold-up ............................................. 54
Abnormal Distillation Rate............................ 107 Indicators............................................................. 23
Eeprom .......................................................... 108 Initial Boiling Point
Heating .......................................................... 103 Alarm............................................................... 56
Power Supply................................................. 103 Test Running ................................................... 78
Prom .............................................................. 109
Ram................................................................ 109 Initial Boiling Point (IBP)
Thermocouple................................................ 107 Definition......................................................... 16
Faults Installation........................................................... 31
Review........................................................... 109 IP 123 ................................................................ 128
Final Boiling Point ISL ................................................................... 4, 15
Alarm............................................................... 56 ISO 3405 ............................................................ 128
Detection.......................................................... 54
Test Running ................................................... 78 JIS K2254........................................................... 129
Final Boiling Point (FBP) Keyboard........................................................ 21, 33
Definition......................................................... 16 Layout.............................................................. 43
Summary of Possibilities ................................. 40
Final Heating Adjustment .................................... 53
LCD
Final Phase
Assembly ......................................................... 36
Test Running ................................................... 79 Characteristics ................................................. 33
Fire extinguisher Handling Precautions ...................................... 36
Solenoid Valve Test......................................... 27 Settings ............................................................ 36
System ............................................................. 27 LCD Screen.......................................................... 23
Fire extinguisher System Left Side View ...................................................... 26
Characteristics ................................................. 32
Mains
First Heating Level
Before connecting to ....................................... 37
Test Running ................................................... 78
Maintenance
First Level Heating .............................................. 53
Minimum ....................................................... 114
Time (Duration)............................................... 53 Regular .......................................................... 114
Flame Detection................................................... 27 Measurement Check
Flame Detector Condenser Bath ............................................... 67
Testing ............................................................. 27 Graduate Chamber........................................... 67
Flask Heating Block............................................. 18 Vapor Temperature.......................................... 66

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Volume ............................................................ 64 Creation Aid .................................................... 81

Measurement Circuits Locking/Unlocking.......................................... 62
Reliability ........................................................ 68 Printout ............................................................ 61
Method Program 0
Number .......................................................... 120 Saving.............................................................. 60
Methods Program Identification ........................................ 51
Standard and non-standard ............................ 120 Program Modification ......................................... 58
Modification Prom
Of distillation program .................................... 60 Fault............................................................... 109
Non-standard Method 9999 ............................... 129 Ram
Observation Temperature .................................... 56 Fault............................................................... 109
Parameters Rate
Distillation Program Distillation rate ................................................ 51
Description of.............................................. 51 Real Time Clock................................................. 115
PC connection Rear
RS 232C external link test ............................. 144 Of analyser ...................................................... 24
RS 232C link characteristics.......................... 133 Rear View............................................................. 25
RS 232C link configuration (hard) ................ 134
RS 232C link configuration (soft) ................. 135 Residue
Entering ........................................................... 79
PC Connection ................................................... 110
Re-entering ...................................................... 80
Configuration................................................. 111
Link Diagnostics............................................ 112 Residue Default Value ......................................... 57
Opening access to analyser............................ 113 Residue, 5% ......................................................... 78
Status ............................................................. 112 Results.................................................................. 85
Per Cent Recovery Graphic
Definition......................................................... 16 on printer..................................................... 89
Per Cent Residue on screen ..................................................... 88
Definition......................................................... 16 Printout ............................................................ 85
Transmission through the RS 232C link........ 135
Per Cent Total Recovery
Definition......................................................... 16 Results Parameters .............................................. 57
Physical Dimensions............................................ 31 Rounded Temperature ......................................... 52
Power Consuming Devices ...................... 19, 28, 29 Safety
Definition......................................................... 19 Rapid safety summary ..................................... 14
Power Supply ....................................................... 32 Sample Name ....................................................... 51
Power Supply Cutoff Sampling
Faults that provoke .......................................... 28 ASTM D 86 ..................................................... 69
Preparation for Test Screen ............................................................ 21, 40
Analyser and Distillation Apparatus................ 71 Second Level Heating .......................................... 53
Presentation Test Running ................................................... 78
Of the AD86 5G analyser ................................ 17 Security Parameters
Printer............................................................ 39, 90 Configuration................................................... 96
Confirguration ................................................. 90 Semi Automatic
Connections ..................................................... 36 Distillation ..................................................... 149
Link Test.......................................................... 91 Semi-automatic Run............................................. 84
Resetting .......................................................... 91
Serial Number
Printing
Configuration................................................... 97
Possibilities...................................................... 92
Stopping........................................................... 92 Service Parameters .............................................. 93
Description of .................................................. 94
Printing Step ........................................................ 57
Display............................................................. 93
Probe Correction ................................................. 95 Printing ............................................................ 94
Program Transfer from PC............................................. 97
Service Values

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Printing ............................................................ 67 Test Stopping

Setpoint Types of stop possible ..................................... 79
Condenser bath ................................................ 52 Test Stops ............................................................. 55
Graduate chamber............................................ 52 Thermocouple
Standard, Method................................................. 51 Connection....................................................... 37
Starting Thermometer Reading
A test................................................................ 73 Definition......................................................... 16
Stop Condition Unpacking
FBP/DP/…....................................................... 55 After ................................................................ 34
Switches ............................................................... 23 Vapor Temperature
Switching On.................................................. 31, 37 Measurement Range ........................................ 32
After................................................................. 37 Vapor Temperature Probe
First.................................................................. 39 Connection....................................................... 36
System Safeties ..................................................... 28 Replacing....................................................... 117
Tank Liquid Level Vapor Temperatures
Completing ...................................................... 39 Printing / Display............................................. 89
Technical Specifications ...................................... 31 Various Blocks
Of the analyser................................................. 18
Temperature Alarm.............................................. 56
View
Temperature Parameter Values ........................... 52
Front ................................................................ 22
Temperature Stop................................................. 55 Left Side .......................................................... 26
Temperature Unit................................................. 52 Rear ................................................................. 25
Test Visual Controls
Post Test Period ............................................... 81 Indicator........................................................... 37
Test Running ........................................................ 75 Volume Alarm ...................................................... 56
Test Start Refusal ................................................. 75 Volume Stop ......................................................... 55
Test stop
Manual............................................................. 80

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LCD SCREEN FOR AD86 5G ANALYZER

This document summarizes the service, and (analyzer) user handling

precautions and the environmental characteristics for the LCD screen of your
automatic distillation analyzer, AD86 5G. Complete user and service
precautions are given respectively in the User and Service Manuals delivered
with your AD86 5G distillation analyzer.

If this LCD screen has been delivered disassembled (depending on the

destination) or if you have received it as a spare part, then as well as the
precautions below, see section N, “LCD CONTROLS AND ASSEMBLY” of
chapter 14 of the Service Manual.

Electrostatic Discharges (ESD)

LCD modules are very sensitive to electrostatic discharges. Component

circuits may be destroyed by the high voltages of ESDs. The human body may
generate static electricity as high as 5,000 to 20,000 V. Those handling LCD
modules should always be properly grounded.

Shocks – Disassembly/Assembly of LCD Modules

Be careful not to break the cold fluorescent light on the side of the module
during service operations. Handle the module by the edges of its assembly
support frame.

Do not drop, bend, flex or press strongly the frame of the LCD module.

High temperature and humidity

The LCD dislikes high temperature and high humidity. Ensure that the storage
and operating temperatures given in the “Environmental Characteristics”
section of this document are respected.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

Operating : 10 to 35 °C (50 to 95 °F)

Storage : - 15 to 55 °C (5 to 131 °F)

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USER HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Easily Scratched

The LCD is easily scratched If rubbed by hard objects, the LCD may be
damaged Handle the LCD with care so as not to scratch it

Moisture / Water

Electricity fed to an LCD with moisture on its surface may damage it Gently
wipe off any moisture or let it dry before using the LCD.

Dirt

The LCD can be stained by fingerprints, spittle, starch, oil or fat. If it is

stained, gently wipe it with a soft dry cloth.

CAUTION

Do not use an organic solvent (alcohol, thinner, benzine or the like) to clean
the LCD screen or housing.

SERVICE OPERATIONS

Before replacing your LCD Screen and Assembly / Disassembly

See section N of chapter 14 of the Service Manual and carry out the controls
described therein “before replacing an LCD screen”.

The assembly and disassembly instructions are also described in this section,
N.

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