PCS.base
1 Introduction
This quick guide will assist you in starting up the unit. Follow
the safety notices or injury to health or property damage may
occur. Carefully read the original operating instructions in-
cluding information on maintenance and troubleshooting
prior to startup. These are located on the included CD and on-
line at
www.buehler-technologies.com
Please direct any questions to:
Bühler Technologies GmbH
Harkortstraße 29
40880 Ratingen
Germany
Tel.: +49 (0) 21 02 / 49 89-0
Fax: +49 (0) 21 02 / 49 89-20
These operating instructions are a part of the equipment. The
manufacturer reserves the right to change performance-, spe-
cification- or technical data without prior notice. Please keep
these instructions for future reference.
1.1 Intended Use
The respective operating conditions greatly impact an ana-
lysis instrument working correctly. Since in addition to the gas
component to be analysed, sample gas often contains large
amounts of moisture and dirt particles, the sample gas must
be conditioned accordingly. Especially with frequently chan-
ging sampling points this often causes problems. Accurate gas
analyses in changing locations require compact gas condition-
ing systems. PCS.base was developed for these applications.
DANGER
Potentially explosive atmosphere
Explosion hazard if used in hazardous areas.
The device is not suitable for operation in hazardous areas
with potentially explosive atmospheres.
Do not expose the device to combustible or explosive gas mix-
tures.
1.2 Contents
• PCS.base in the selected version
• Optional accessories such as sample gas probe, process
connectors or flanges
• Product documentation
1.3 Product description
The low weight and small dimensions of the system are ideal
for e.g. service engineers using sample- or comparison meas-
urements.
A carrying bag provides reliable protection from the weather
and mechanical damage to the product and allows for con-
venient system transport.
The base version of the gas condition system consists of a gas
cooler with condensate trap, a gas pump and filter. For more
accessories and options please refer to the table in the data
sheet.
The sample gas is cooled to the preset dew point (factory pre-
set 5 °C) regardless of the ambient temperature. This safely
falls below the dew point and moisture in the sample gas is
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separated as condensate. A safety circuit only starts the gas
pump once the operating point of the cooler has been
reached. The optional moisture detector communicates with
the sample gas pump, switching it off in the event of water
burst or cooler overload.
2 General hazard warnings
The equipment must be installed by a professional familiar
with the safety requirements and risks.
Be sure to observe the safety regulations and generally applic-
able rules of technology relevant for the installation site. Pre-
vent malfunctions and avoid personal injuries and property
damage.
The operator of the system must ensure:
• Safety notices and operating instructions are available
and observed,
• The respective national accident prevention regulations
are observed,
• The permissible data and operational conditions are
maintained,
• Safety guards are used and mandatory maintenance is
performed,
• Legal regulations are observed during disposal.
DANGER
Electrical voltage
Electrocution hazard.
a) Disconnect the device from power supply.
b) Make sure that the equipment cannot be reconnected to
mains unintentionally.
c) The device must be opened by trained staff only.
d) Regard correct mains voltage.
DANGER
Toxic, corrosive gas/condensate
Sample gas/condensate may be hazardous to health.
a) If necessary, ensure a safe gas/condensate discharge.
b) Always disconnect the gas supply when performing
maintenance or repairs.
c) Protect yourself from toxic/corrosive gasses/condensate
when performing maintenance. Wear appropriate pro-
tective equipment.
DANGER
Potentially explosive atmosphere
Explosion hazard if used in hazardous areas.
The device is not suitable for operation in hazardous areas
with potentially explosive atmospheres.
Do not expose the device to combustible or explosive gas mix-
tures.
BX464003 ◦ 11/2017