Ci3000+/Ci4000/Ci5000

Xenon Arc Weather-Ometer ®

Ci3000+
Xenon Arc Fade-Ometer ®

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Ci3000+

Ci4000

Ci5000

Doc. No. 20600400 Rev. 3.0 12/14

Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC • 1500 Bishop Ct. • Mount Prospect, IL 60056 • USA
Phone: (773) 327-4520 • Fax: (773) 327-5787 • www.atlas-mts.com
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MANUAL LIST
This user’s manual includes the following information:

• Equipment and Parts Warranty

• Table of Contents
• Introduction
• Manual List
• Instruction manual (Sections 1.0–6.0)

• Appendix A: Test Program Information

Test Program Settings
Custom Test Worksheet

• Appendix B: Controller Instructions

Water Resistivity Monitor Chart

• Appendix C: Optional Refrigeration

Connecting Relay K8

• Appendix D: Data File Import in Excel

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT MANUALS:

The optional equipment manuals may include:

LiquiAir™ User’s Manual

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GENERAL EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

your Atlas unit.

When contacting the sales or service department to order parts or obtain information, refer
to this page. This will allow us to respond quickly and accurately to your request.

MODEL NO.

SERIAL NO.

VOLTS CYCLES PHASE

WIRING DIAGRAM (See drawings at end of manual)

NUMBER REV# DATE

MAIN FUSE (time delay, or “slow blow”)

SINGLE PHASE AMPS

3 PHASE, 3 WIRE AMPS

3 PHASE, 4 WIRE AMPS

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET NUMBER

MODEL Ci3000+ Ci4000 Ci5000

TYPE Fade-Ometer ® Weather-Ometer®

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EQUIPMENT AND PARTS WARRANTY

Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC (ATLAS) warrants that Products manufactured by ATLAS,
when delivered, shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. ATLAS obligations under
the aforesaid warranty shall be limited exclusively to repairing or replacing, at ATLAS option, any part
of the Products which, if properly installed, used and maintained, proved to have been defective in
material or workmanship within one (1) year from the date of shipment. ATLAS warrants that Services
performed shall be performed in accordance with generally accepted industry practice. ATLAS war-

or error-free, or that functions contained therein shall meet or satisfy the Customer’s intended use or
requirements. Customer shall notify ATLAS of any defect in the quality or condition of the Products,
-
mance, unless the defect was not apparent on reasonable inspection, in which case, within seven (7)

no liability for such defect.

B. ATLAS warranty obligations shall not apply to any Products which (1) have been altered or repaired
by someone other than ATLAS and/or using non-Atlas parts and consumables, or (2) have been subjected
to misuse, neglect, or improper use or application, or (3) are normally consumed in operation, or (4)
have a normal life inherently shorter than the warranty period stated therein.

C. No Products may be returned unless authorized in advance by ATLAS, and then only upon such
conditions to which ATLAS may agree. Customer must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number from ATLAS prior to any return shipment, and such RMA number must appear on the shipping
label and packing slip. Customer shall be responsible for the returned Products until such time as ATLAS
receives the same at its facility, and for all charges for packing, inspection, shipping, transportation or
insurance associated with returned Products.

D. This section VI sets forth the exclusive remedies and obligations for claims based upon defects in
or nonconformity of the Products or Services, whether the claim is in contract, warranty, tort (includ-
ing negligence of any degree or strict liability) or otherwise. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR
STATUTORY. NO IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY.

For a complete Terms and Conditions of Sale, please visit the link below.

http://atlas-mts.com/en/about_atlas/terms_and_conditions_of_sale/index.shtml

Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC

1500 Bishop Court
Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056 USA
Phone (773) 327-4520
Fax (773) 327-5787

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MANUAL STRUCTURE
This instruction manual contains operational procedures and safety precautions. Operators
and service technicians should read the manual before running a test or performing calibration
procedures. Atlas strongly recommends reading this manual and cannot be held responsible
for results if the operator uses the Atlas instrument in a manner that is inconsistent with these
instructions.

Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting to install or operate the Atlas instrument.
Observe all warnings and precautions in this manual to ensure safe operation.

The manual is divided into six sections:

1.0 Safety and Precautions: This chapter describes the safety warning symbols
used throughout the manual. It also contains a list of safety precautions to follow
when operating the Weather-Ometer®.

2.0 Instrument Installation: This chapter details the facility and environmental
requirements that must be present when installing the instrument. It also
explains how to connect water, air, and power to the instrument and how to
assemble and install the xenon lamp. Read this section thoroughly before
attempting instrument installation. Be sure to note the exterior panel
removal procedure in section 2.3.1 and the requirement for removing the
panel locking screws atop the instrument.

3.0 Components and Controls: This section describes the location and function
of the user controls and other components in the Weather-Ometer®.

4.0 Operation: This section explains how to start the instrument and how to set
all controls for running a test program. The procedures for programming and
naming a custom test are included as well as general troubleshooting instructions.

5.0 Calibration: This section describes how to conduct the Irradiance Calibration,
as well as Temperature Circuit Check procedures to determine if the temperature
monitoring circuits require calibration.

6.0 Maintenance: This section describes how to conduct inspection and clean-
ing procedures for maintaining the instrument in optimal condition.

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Table of Contents

1.0 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS ................................................................ 1

2.0 INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION ...................................................... 6

2.1 Facility Requirements .......................................................................... 6
2.2 Uncrating the Weather-Ometer® ....................................................... 12
2.3 Facilities Connections ........................................................................ 13
2.3.1 Access Panel Removal ............................................................. 13
2.3.2 Connection Procedures ............................................................ 14
.......................................... 16
2.4 Xenon Lamp Installation .................................................................... 20
2.4.1 Lamp Safety Precautions ......................................................... 20
2.4.2 Lamp Description ..................................................................... 21
2.4.3 Selecting Xenon Lamp Filters................................................... 21
2.4.4 Xenon Lamp Assembly and Installation.................................... 24

3.0 COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS ........................................................ 26

3.1 Introduction ....................................................................................... 26
3.2 Test Chamber Components ............................................................... 26
3.3 Front Upper Panel Controls ............................................................... 32
3.4 Front Middle Panel Controls ............................................................. 33
3.5 Front Lower Controls & Components ................................................ 35
3.6 Touchscreen - Guide to Adjusting Parameter Values ........................ 37
3.7 Touchscreen Page Descriptions ........................................................ 38

4.0 OPERATION ........................................................................................... 63

4.1 Instrument Startup ............................................................................. 64
4.2 Preliminary Settings ........................................................................... 64
4.2.1 Settings - Alarms Setup ............................................................ 64
.................................................. 66
4.2.3 Settings - Manual Controls Setup ............................................. 67
4.2.4 Irradiance Calibration Page Setup............................................ 68
4.2.5 Data Acquisition ........................................................................ 68
4.3 Basic Operation ................................................................................. 69
4.3.1 Loading / Running a Standard Test .......................................... 69
4.3.2 Monitoring a Test ...................................................................... 70
4.3.3 Stopping a Test ......................................................................... 71
4.3.4 Restarting a Stopped Test ........................................................ 71
4.3.5 Terminating a Stopped Test ...................................................... 71
4.4 Intermediate Operation ...................................................................... 72
4.4.1 Previewing a Test ..................................................................... 72
4.4.2 Performing Irradiance Calibration During a Scheduled Stop .... 72
4.4.3 Advancing a Test ...................................................................... 73
4.4.4 Saving a Test in Progress to Run Another Test ........................ 73

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4.5 Custom Test Setup .............................................................................75

4.5.1 Custom Test Programming Procedure ......................................75
4.5.2 Copying Test-Template Function ...............................................79
4.6 Troubleshooting ............................................................................80
4.6.1 Power Failure Response ...........................................................80
4.6.2 Shutdown Error Messages ........................................................81
4.6.3 Warning Messages ....................................................................82
4.6.4 Maintenance Messages.............................................................82
4.6.5 Pop-up Warning Messages .......................................................83
4.7 Touchscreen Access Control ........................................................84
4.8 Maintenance Warnings .................................................................84

5.0 CALIBRATION ........................................................................................85

5.1 Preliminary Considerations.................................................................85
5.1.1 Recommended Calibration Schedule ........................................85
5.1.2 Irradiance Calibration Overview ................................................85
5.1.3 Temperature Circuit Check Overview ........................................85
5.2 Irradiance Calibration Procedure ........................................................86
5.3 Temperature Circuit Checks ...............................................................87
5.3.1 Rack Temperature Sensor Check ..............................................87
5.3.2 Chamber Temperature Circuit Check .......................................88
5.3.3 Lamp Water Temperature Sensor Check ..................................88
5.3.4 Touchscreen Touch Calibration .................................................89

6.0 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................91

6.1 Maintenance Schedule ......................................................................91
6.2 Maintenance Procedures ....................................................................91
6.2.1 Lamp Outer Filter Cleaning .......................................................91
6.2.2 Light Rod End Cleaning.............................................................91
6.2.3 Test Chamber Cleaning .............................................................91
6.2.4 Black/White Panel Sensor Polishing .........................................91
6.2.5 Xenon Lamp Replacement ........................................................92
6.2.6 Lamp Water Gasket Inspection .................................................92
6.2.7 Air Filter Cleaning ......................................................................92
6.2.8 Air Regulator Oil Trap Cleaning .................................................92
6.2.9 Lamp Socket Inspection ............................................................93
6.2.10 Lamp Water Demineralizer Filter Replacement .......................95

Appendix A: Test Program Information......................................................97

Appendix B: Controller Instructions (Water Resistivity Chart) ..............106
Appendix C: Optional Refrigeration ......................................................... 110
Appendix D: Data File Import in Excel ..................................................... 116
Appendix E: Ci System Software Upgrade ..............................................122

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1 Access Clearance Dimensions .......................................................... 9
Figure 2-2 Leveling Foot ................................................................................... 12
Figure 2-3 Exhaust Duct Space Requirements ................................................ 12
Figure 2-4 Access Panel Removal Diagram ..................................................... 13
Figure 2-5 Ci3000+ Facilities Connection Ports ............................................... 14
Figure 2-6 Ci4000/Ci5000 Facilities Connection Ports ..................................... 14
Figure 2-7 Air Pressure Regulator .................................................................... 15
Figure 2-8 Fused Safety Disconnect Switch ..................................................... 15
Figure 2-9 Ci3000+ Electrical Connections ...................................................... 15
Figure 2-10 Ci4000 Electrical Connections ...................................................... 16
Figure 2-11 Ci5000 Electrical Connections....................................................... 16
Figure 2-12 Ci3000+/Ci4000 Transformers/Reactors ....................................... 17
Figure 2-13 Ci5000 Transformers/Reactors ..................................................... 18
Figure 2-14 Xenon Lamp Assembly.................................................................. 20
Figure 2-15 Xenon Lamp Lead Connection ..................................................... 24
Figure 2-16 Xenon Lamp Assembly Instructions .............................................. 25

Figure 3-1 Chamber Safety Thermostat ........................................................... 26

Figure 3-2 Ci3000+ Test Chamber Components .............................................. 27
Figure 3-3 Ci4000 / Ci5000 Test Chamber Components .................................. 29
Figure 3-4 Ci3000+ Front Upper Panel ............................................................ 32
Figure 3-5 Front Upper Panel - Ci4000/Ci5000 ................................................ 32
Figure 3-6 Blower Controller Display/Keypad ................................................... 33
Figure 3-7 Touchscreen Data Ports and Memory Card .................................... 33
Figure 3-8 Electrical Cabinet Controls .............................................................. 34
Figure 3-9 Front Lower Controls Ci3000+ ........................................................ 35
Figure 3-10 Front Lower Controls Ci4000/Ci5000 ............................................ 35

Figure 5-1 Check Resistor Connection ............................................................. 87

Figure 5-2 Chamber Temperature Transmitter ................................................. 88
Figure 5-3 CS-7 Temperature Sensor Transmitter ........................................... 88
Figure 5-4 Check Resistor Pigtail Lead ........................................................... 88

Figure 6-1 Air Pressure Regulator Oil Trap....................................................... 92

Figure 6-2 Xenon Lamp Socket ........................................................................ 93
Figure 6-3 Xenon Lamp Socket Installation ...................................................... 94
Figure 6-4 CS-7 Demineralizer Filter Housing .................................................. 95

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1 Access Clearance Dimensions .......................................................... 9
Figure 2-2 Leveling Foot ................................................................................... 12
Figure 2-3 Exhaust Duct Space Requirements ................................................ 12
Figure 2-4 Access Panel Removal Diagram ..................................................... 13
Figure 2-5 Ci3000+ Facilities Connection Ports ............................................... 14
Figure 2-6 Ci4000/Ci5000 Facilities Connection Ports ..................................... 14
Figure 2-7 Air Pressure Regulator .................................................................... 15
Figure 2-8 Fused Safety Disconnect Switch ..................................................... 15
Figure 2-9 Ci3000+ Electrical Connections ...................................................... 15
Figure 2-10 Ci4000 Electrical Connections ...................................................... 16
Figure 2-11 Ci5000 Electrical Connections....................................................... 16
Figure 2-12 Ci3000+/Ci4000 Transformers/Reactors ....................................... 17
Figure 2-13 Ci5000 Transformers/Reactors ..................................................... 18
Figure 2-14 Xenon Lamp Assembly.................................................................. 20
Figure 2-15 Xenon Lamp Lead Connection ..................................................... 24
Figure 2-16 Xenon Lamp Assembly Instructions .............................................. 25

Figure 3-1 Chamber Safety Thermostat ........................................................... 26

Figure 3-2 Ci3000+ Test Chamber Components .............................................. 27
Figure 3-3 Ci4000 / Ci5000 Test Chamber Components .................................. 29
Figure 3-4 Ci3000+ Front Upper Panel ............................................................ 32
Figure 3-5 Front Upper Panel - Ci4000/Ci5000 ................................................ 32
Figure 3-6 Blower Controller Display/Keypad ................................................... 33
Figure 3-7 Touchscreen Data Ports and Memory Card .................................... 33
Figure 3-8 Electrical Cabinet Controls .............................................................. 34
Figure 3-9 Front Lower Controls Ci3000+ ........................................................ 35
Figure 3-10 Front Lower Controls Ci4000/Ci5000 ............................................ 35

Figure 5-1 Check Resistor Connection ............................................................. 87

Figure 5-2 Chamber Temperature Transmitter ................................................. 88
Figure 5-3 CS-7 Temperature Sensor Transmitter ........................................... 88
Figure 5-4 Check Resistor Pigtail Lead ........................................................... 88

Figure 6-1 Air Pressure Regulator Oil Trap....................................................... 92

Figure 6-2 Xenon Lamp Socket ........................................................................ 93
Figure 6-3 Xenon Lamp Socket Installation ...................................................... 94
Figure 6-4 CS-7 Demineralizer Filter Housing .................................................. 95

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List of Tables

Table 2-1 Max. Waste Heat Values into Ambient Air ......................................... 7
Table 2-2 Max. Waste Heat Values into CS-7 Lamp Cooling System ............... 7
Table 2-3 Water Consumed and Emitted into Ambient Air ................................ 8
Table 2-4 Dimensions and Weights ................................................................... 9
Table 2-5 DI Water Flow Rates (max.) .............................................................. 9
Table 2-6 Tap Water Flow Rates ...................................................................... 10
................................................................... 11
Table 2-8 Xenon Lamp Inner and Outer Filter Combinations .......................... 22
Table 2-9 Auxiliary Filter Lantern Combinations .............................................. 23

Table 3-1 Typical Specimen Holders ............................................................... 31

Table 4-1 Shut Down Error Messages and Troubleshooting Solutions ........... 81
Table 4-2 Warning Messages .......................................................................... 82
Table 4-3 Maintenance Messages .................................................................... 82
Table 4-4 Pop-up Warning Messages .............................................................. 83

Table 5-1 Recommended Calibration Schedule .............................................. 85

6.1 Maintenance Schedule .............................................................................. 91

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INTRODUCTION procedures for programming and naming

a custom test are included as well as
This instruction manual contains operational general troubleshooting instructions.
procedures and safety precautions. Operators
and service technicians should read the 5.0 Calibration: This section describes
manual before running a test or performing h o w t o c o n du c t t h e I r r a d i a n ce
calibration procedures. Atlas strongly Calibration, as well as Temperature
recommends reading this manual and cannot Circuit Check procedures to determine
be held responsible for results if the operator if the temperature monitoring circuits
uses the Atlas instrument in a manner that is require calibration.
inconsistent with these instructions.
6.0 Maintenance: This section describes
Please read this manual thoroughly before how to conduct inspection and cleaning
attempting to install or operate the Atlas procedures for maintaining the instrument
instrument. Observe all warnings and in optimal condition.
precautions to ensure safe operation.
1.0 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
The manual is divided into six sections:
1.1 General Guidelines
1.0 Safety and Precautions: This The design of the instrument as supplied
chapter describes the safety warning by Atlas must not be altered in any manner.
symbols used throughout the manual. It
No warranty can be given in case of improper
also contains a list of safety precautions
use contrary to these instructions.
to follow when operating the Weather-
Ometer®. The instrument has been designed, manu-
factured and inspected before delivery with
2.0 Instrument Installation: This chapter all due care in accordance with the CE
details the facility and environmental guidelines.
requirements that must be present when
installing the instrument. It also explains conducted and emitted interference accord-
how to connect water, air, and power ing to EN 61326.
to the instrument and how to assemble It is imperative for the safety of the test
and install the xenon lamp. Read this system that the necessary maintenance
section thoroughly before attempting and repair work should be performed by
instrument installation. Be sure Atlas service technicians or by authorized
to note the exterior panel removal
procedure and the requirement for
unlocking the access panels. The user can service and clean the system
in accordance with the maintenance pro-
3.0 Components and Controls: This cedures contained in these instructions.
section describes the location and Use only original Atlas replacement parts
function of the user controls and other when performing maintenance or repair
components in the Atlas instrument. work on the instrument.
For translations into other languages, the
4.0 Operation: This section explains how
to start the instrument and how to set all
operating instructions are binding.
controls for running a test program. The

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1.0 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS represent a danger to life and limb of the
operator or third parties or result in damage
1.1 General Guidelines (cont.) to the test specimens or the instrument.
Do not remove protective covers
Do not exceed the electrical ratings indicated Do not render safety devices ineffectual
on the instrument nameplate. Do not manipulate safety devices

instrument power service entrance or safety and

performance compliance will be compromised.

Such manipulations are dangerous as others

may not be aware of their imple-mentation, and

Example Nameplate of the instrument and its reduced level of

safety.
1.2 Normal Use and Application
1.5 Requirements to be met by the user
The test system has been exclusively designed
Operation of the instrument may only be
and constructed for conducting weathering
and related exposure tests. You can perform
testing methods to determine the effects of The user must compile an operating
irradiance, temperature and humidity on the manual on the basis of these operating
material properties of test specimens. instructions taking the relevant local and
plant-internal conditions and the language
1.3 Improper Use of the Instrument of the operating personnel into account.
DANGER The user must ensure that all personnel
Improper use of the instrument means: working with the instrument know and
observe the safety instructions.
Work on electrical devices and the optional
corrosive specimens inside instrument.
refrigeration unit should only be performed
3) Placing test specimens, which become by Atlas service or a skilled technician so
potentially hazardous when exposed to authorized. The necessary documentation,
the temperature range of the test system, to be kept near the instrument, should be
in or near the instrument. used by only these persons.
4) Placing substances, which can create an The user must ensure that the directions
explosive atmosphere with air, inside or regarding installation and operation of
near the instrument. refrigerating plants as per EN 378-1 chap.
5) Using the system to heat or store food. 5.3, EN 378-2, appendix C, EN 378-4 chap.
6) Conducting tests at temperatures or 4 and 5, are duly observed.
under conditions not in compliance with
the recommendations of this manual.

Personnel who, based on their training and

1.4 General Safety Information experience, are in a position to prevent
electrical and heat-related potential hazards
Certain basic rules must be observed even or dangers associated with operation and
for reliable safety devices. Improper use may servicing of the instrument.

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1.0 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS 1.8 Safety Instructions

1.7 Safety and Warning Symbols Full knowledge and understanding of operation,
maintenance and touchscreen instructions are
HIGH VOLTAGE!
essential for operating the instrument.
Indicates precautionary information for 1.8.1 Basic Safety Guidelines
avoiding electric shock due to high voltage.
1) Keep the operating instructions near the
DANGER! instrument for easy reference.

Indicates instructions for avoiding hazardous 2) In addition to these operating instructions,

the relevant national laws, regulations and
conditions that if not obeyed will result in
guidelines must be observed when installing
operator injury. and operating the instrument.
WARNING! 3) Prior to closing the test chamber door, ensure
that there are no loose tools or specimen
Indicates instructions for avoiding hazardous
conditions that if not obeyed may result in interrupt rack rotation.
operator injury. 4) Prior to removing/installing the xenon lamp
CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE assembly or performing maintenance work:
A) Set the front-panel power switch to the
Indicates instructions for avoiding conditions (“O” - off) position.
that if not obeyed may result in instrument B) Shut off the wall-mounted, power disconnect
damage. switch providing AC supply to the instrument.
C) Provide a safety clearance of at least
i NOTE 500 mm (20”) between the instrument and
any adjacent wall(s) as an escape route, in
Indicates procedural tips and special accordance with VDE 0100 Part 729.
information.

WEEE Compliance 1.8.2 Operational Precautions

Per Guideline 2002/96/EG (WEEE, Waste WARNING!
of Electrical and Electronic Equipment,
1/27/2003): Do not dispose of the instrument The instrument PE ground must be
as part of normal waste. Atlas MTT, LLC and its connected to a low-resistance earth
subsidiaries accepts serviceable instruments, ground for safe operation.
sold after 3/23/2006, and recycles them in ac-
cordance with new legal requirements. Grounding Safety: Connect the PE terminal
of the instrument to a low-resistance earth
RoHS Compliance:
ground to ensure proper operation of the
Per Category 9 guidelines: Monitoring and electrical fault-grounding safety systems.
Control Instrumentation under RoHS catego-
rization. This category 9 device currently lies Safety Disconnect Switch:
outside of RoHS applicability. We are modify- Connect AC supply through a
ing our products to achieve RoHS conformity. fused safety disconnect switch
This process will be completed far in advance with properly rated semi-conductor
of the legal requirement for such conformity. fuses (section 2.1). Locate the
switch as close to the instrument as
Indicates the instrument has been possible and in view of the operator
when standing in front of the instrument.

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1.0 SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS Drains: When performing Service Connection

Ports (Ci4/Ci5000)
the drain connections during
setup, make certain that the
1.8.2 Operational Precautions (cont.) 1 2 3 4 5 6
Pressure Drain (Port 2) and
Gravity Drains (Ports 1 & 6)
Lamp Installation: When installing or 6 5 4 3 2 1
are connected separately to Service Connection
removing the xenon lamp, always Ports (Ci3000+)
prevent water backup in the
turn off power at the safety
test chamber.
disconnect switch and at the red
instrument Power switch. Power
Switch Air Ducts: An inlet and an exhaust air duct
were removed from the Weather-Ometer®
Cooling Cycle: When a test is stopped, the
prior to shipping and must be installed prior
instrument initiates a two minute cooling cycle
to operation of the instrument or damage may
occur.
the test chamber. Do not open the test chamber
door until the cooling cycle is complete.
Exhaust System: Do not connect the
Weather-Ometer ® directly to any existing
Hot Surface! Condensation may cause hot
exhaust system. The instrument may be
water to accumulate on the inside of the
damaged and tests invalidated due to suction
chamber door during a test. Be careful opening
or back pressure effects.
the test chamber door after a test is complete.
Oil/Water Separator: To prevent contam-
Xenon Lamp Assembly: Never handle the
ination of the test specimens, supply
compressed air to the instrument only through
hands. Skin oils will deposit and burn into the
an industrial-grade oil/water filter (user-
glass. Always wear cotton or rubber gloves
supplied)
when holding the lamp assembly. If the glass
contacts your skin, clean it with optical glass
Compressed Air Regulator/Filter: The
cleaner.
Weather-Ometer® is equipped
with a small air regulator that
Calibrated Lamp Assembly: Each
includes a secondary oil/water
Weather-Ometer® is usually shipped
trap (sediment bowl). Do not
with a calibrated reference lamp
depend only on this trap for
assembly (calibration lamp) and
compressed air filtering; it is Regulator with
another lamp assembly for normal
included as a secondary device. Secondary Oil/
operating use (working lamp). Do Water Filter
Xenon
not disassemble the calibration Lamp
lamp. The components have been Assembly on your facility supply just before it enters the
Weather-Ometer®.

Lamp Lead: Do n ot CAUTION! DAMAGE & INJURY

attempt to ignite the Specimen
Rack Instrument Input Fuses: Never
lamp if the lead is discon-
open the fuse holders on the front
nected. Severe arcing
panel when power is applied! This
will occur and damage Lamp Lead
is not a switch! Instrument damage Input Fuses
the instrument.
Xenon
and personal injury can result.
Lamp

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1.0 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS CAUTION! DAMAGE & INJURY

1.9 Safety Devices Do not bypass or defeat the safeties or dam-

age and personal injury may result.
The instrument is equipped with the following four safety devices. Activation of any one of them
will cause the test program (a test in progress) to stop. Since these safeties are electrically
connected in series, they are referred to as the System Series Safety Chain.
+24V DC Ci3000 FROM A1 L/A MAIN I/O BOARD Ci5000
(This supply is not always Ci4000 HEATER CONTROL (X1-6) 230V >
on. It is software activated
360-480V
K1 TB
w he n l am p o r he at er 230V AC SAFETY TERMINAL
operation is requested.)
RELAY BLOCK

COIL
K10
HEATER XENON
CS-7 FLOW CS-7 DOOR CHAMBER LAMP
DC RELAY
SWITCH OVERTEMP. SWITCH OVERTEMP. (Ci5000
COM ONLY) SAFETY POWER
S Y S T E M S A F E T I E S AIR
HEATER

1) Lamp Cooling System (CS-7) Flow 3) Door Switch: If the test chamber door
Switch: is opened during instrument test program
lamp cooling water return line entering the operation, the instrument will stop the test
reservoir. If the switch is not activated by and enter cooling mode. The xenon lamp
will immediately shut off, as well as the air
halted and system cooling mode activated to
prevent lamp damage. protects the operator from exposure to UV
Flow Switch Housing light, the rotating rack and chamber heating
effects.

4) Chamber Over-temperature Safety

Switch: Should the test chamber internal
temperature exceed 100°C, a thermostatic
switch mounted to the exterior wall of the test
chamber will activate to stop the test program
2) Lamp Cooling System (CS-7) Over- and cause the instrument to enter cooling
temperature Safety Switch: To prevent mode. After triggering, the safety switch must
be reset manually by pressing the red button
cooling of its cooling water, a thermal safety on its exterior. The switch is easily accessed
switch is mounted on the heat exchanger and located inside the electronics cabinet near
the system controller boards.

CS-7 Over-tem-
perature Safety
Switch (mounted
to heat exchang-
er housing)

Located on upper-left Chamber

wall inside electronics Over-temperature
housing. It activates at 65°C and will cause the cabinet Safety Switch
with Manual
instrument to enter cooling mode. If triggered, Reset Button
the safety switch must be reset manually by
pressing the reset button on its exterior.

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2.0 INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION Machine Directive: EN 60204-1

Safety of Machinery: ISO 12100-1,
CAUTION! DAMAGE & INJURY
ISO 112100-2
EMC Compliance: EN 61326
Instrument installation procedures CE Compliant
must be performed only by an Atlas-
The room should be ventilated properly with
minimal drafts, air pollution, or dust. Do not
may result in serious personal injury install the instrument in a corrosive or toxic
and instrument damage. environment, or adjacent to corrosion testing
equipment. It is not advisable to install the
instrument in such locations as a warehouse,
space, compressed air, water supply/drainage, boiler room, garage/factory area, paint room,
and environmental requirements. Along or where doors to the outside environment are
with this section, you may also refer to the frequently opened causing changes in room
Dimension Sheet, drawing no. 40073626, temperature and humidity. Such locations
may adversely affect instrument operation,
for electrical, plumbing and compressed air longevity and test integrity (repeatability).
facilities (see pocket of this binder). Waste Heat and Water Vapor Generation
2.1 Facility Requirements The Weather-Ometer® generates waste heat
and water vapor as normal by-products of
Before uncrating your instrument, ensure
operation. While the greater percentage of
that facility air and water supplies meet
this is vented from the instrument through
the requirements of this section. Install the
its exhaust duct or through the lamp cooling
instrument in a clean environment conforming
system heat exchanger, the remainder must
be taken into consideration when determining
the heat load on the facility climate control
Environmental Ratings & Compliances
system. Refer to tables 2-1 – 2-3 for maximum
Temperature Range: 16-29°C (60-85°F) estimates of heat and vapor generation.
i NOTE Heat Dissipation Into Ambient Air
For High Irradiance (above nominal About 50% of the xenon lamp heat is exhausted
1-sun) and/or lower temperature through the top duct into the ambient air surrounding
the instrument.
tests (chamber temp. below 42°C),
the laboratory ambient temperature Waste heat from the chamber heater is also ex-
should be limited to 23°C maximum). hausted through the top exhaust duct of the instru-
ment.
Humidity Range: 0-85% RH, non-condensing
A great percentage of the above heat can be
Altitude: Up to 2000 meters (6560 feet) captured by the laboratory exhaust system, but do
Storage: 10-43°C (50-110°F), 20-80% RH not connect the laboratory exhaust system directly to
the instrument exhaust duct or malfunction and test
Pollution Degree: 2
invalidation may result due to suction.
Installation Category: 2
The heat from the control systems and power
(Note: For compliance greater than Installation
transformers/reactors is radiated through the external
panels of the frame.
limit AC input line transients to 2.5kV.)
Table 2-1 indicates the totals for all of the heat
Laboratory Test Equipment Safety: that is exhausted or radiated into the air around the
EN 61010-1, UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1 instrument.

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2.1 Facility Requirements (cont.)

Table 2-1
Maximum Waste Heat Values into Ambient Air
(Combined Exhausted and Radiated)

Lamp+Heater+Control Heat Energy Energy (Blower)

Model (Watts) (BTU/Hr) (MJ/Hr) (CFM) (KL/m)

Ci3000+ 2250+2000+2990 = 7240 24703 26.06 275 7.78

Ci4000 3500+5000+2990 = 11490 39203 41.36 450 12.73
Ci5000 7000+7000+3840 = 17840 60870 64.22 800 22.6

Heat Dissipation Into Water

The remaining 50% of the lamp heat is dissipated into the lamp cooling water.
If tap water is used to cool the lamp its collected heat energy is discharged
into the building water drain. This energy then is not to be included in the calculations.
If the lamp heat is dissipated by the use of the optional Atlas LiquiAir™ cooling system
(closed-loop, air cooled system), it will be apportioned as follows:
If it is vented into the room, this heat content must be added to the exhausted heat
from the chamber and the radiated heat. These values are shown in Table 2-1.
If it is vented through a wall into another room or outside of the building, or through
a facility exhausts system, its heat is not considered in determining the facility
cooling requirements.

Table 2-2
Maximum Waste Heat Values into CS-7 Lamp Cooling System
Electrical Power SI Units
of From Lamp Heat Energy
Energy Model (Watts) (BTU/Hr)
(MJ/Hr)
Ci3000+ 2250 7677 8.1
Ci4000 3500 11942 12.6
Ci5000 7000 23884 25.2

Refer to next page for moisture emissions.

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2.1 Facility Requirements (cont.)

Moisture Emission into Ambient Environment

Water vapor is exhausted from all Weather-Ometers during the course of running a
test. It must be taken into account to prevent condensation and to prevent any
condensed water from dripping from the facility exhaust duct back into the instrument
exhaust duct. Insulate facility exhaust ducts above the instrument as required.

The amount of exhausted water vapor depends on the humidity set points of the test
selected.

The humidity set point, the Chamber Temperature set point, and the length of time that

amount of emitted water vapor. Table 2-3 gives approximate values of water
consumption and water emitted.

Table 2-3
Water Consumed and Emitted into Ambient Air

Consumption Low %RH Test High %RH Test (Blower)

Model (
water consumption) water consumption)
(L/min.) L/min L/min (CFM) (KL/m)

Ci3000+ 0.12 0.012 0.09 275 7.78

Ci4000 0.20 0.020 0.15 450 12.73
Ci5000 0.40 0.040 0.30 800 22.6

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2.1 Facility Requirements (cont.) Dimensions, Floor Space and Clearance

Refer to Table 2-4 and Figure 2-1 to determine

and service procedures.

Table 2-4 Dimensions and Weights
Dim. Ci3000+ Ci4000 Ci5000
Height 183 cm (72 in) 198 cm (78 in) 198 cm (78 in)
Width 97 cm (38 in) 127 cm (50 in) 160 cm (63 in)
Depth 84 cm (33 in) 102 cm (40 in) 130 cm (51 in)
Weight 410 kg 585 kg 807 kg
(905 lbs) (1290 lbs) (1980 lbs)
Floor 256 x 146 cm 256 x 178 cm 293 x 212 cm
Space (101 x 58 in) (104 x 70 in) (115 x 83 in)
Ci5000
Water Requirements

The Weather-Ometer® requires deionized (DI)

lamp cooling system and the lamp cooling

system the specimen and rack sprays. (Spray
systems do not apply to the Ci3000+ Fade-
Ometer.) Standard tap water is required for
cooling the deionized water inside the lamp
cooling system reservoir. The CS-7 heat-
exchanger which carries the tap water is part
of a closed-loop system; therefore, tap water
does not come into contact with the DI water
or the test specimens.
Ci4000
Deionized (DI) Water

Pressure: 172–276 kPa (25–40 psi)

Purity: Less than 1 ppm of dissolved solids
and iron. Less than 0.1 ppm of silica.
Table 2-5 DI Water Flow Rates (max.)
Ci3000+ Ci4000 Ci5000
System L/m G/m L/m G/m L/m G/m
Humidif. 0.12 0.032 0.2 0.05 0.4 0.10
Spec. 0.07 0.018 0.2 0.05 0.2 0.05
Spray*
Rack 0.07 0.018 0.2 0.05 0.2 0.05
Spray*
Ci3000 *Not applicable to Ci3000+ Fade-Ometer

Figure 2-1 Access Clearance Dimensions

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2.1 Facility Requirements (cont.) The VibraSonic™ Humidification System

uses an ultrasonic atomizer nozzle. Deionized
i NOTE water and compressed air are supplied to the
nozzle to produce humidity. Compressed air
and rack/specimen spray (except
Ci3000+F) systems is consumed through an industrial grade water/oil separator
(drained from the instrument). DI (customer supplied) to ensure removal of
water used by the lamp cooling particles that could clog the atomizer nozzle
system recirculates in a closed- and compressor oil that can contaminate test
loop circuit, with consumption due specimens and alter test results.
only to lamp assembly removal and
evaporation from the reservoir. An Electrical Supply
automatic, reservoir-refill system
maintains the correct water level. Line Voltage Note: All instrument operating-

Tap Water Supply

Pressure: 138–345 kPa (20–50 psi) For all instrument models, their transformer
voltage taps may have to be adjusted
Temperature: 18.5 °C (65°F) max..
depending on where the facility voltage is
Table 2-6 Tap Water Flow Rates within the allowable supply ranges. Refer to
Lamp Ci3000+ Ci4000 Ci5000 section 2.3.3 for instructions. If the facility
Watts L/m G/m L/m G/m L/m G/m voltage is out of range or tolerances, contact
2,000 1.1 0.29 Atlas Technical Services for guidance.
4,000 1.5 0.396 1.5 0.396
WARNING!
7,000 2.3 0.61 2.3 0.61
12,000 4.9 1.29 For opera tor saf ety and qui ck
emergency shutdown, install a fused
Atlas can supply a LiquiAir™ Heat Exchanger safety disconnect switch as close
to allow instrument operation with minimal use as possible to the instrument and in
of tap water. The LiquiAir™ is a fan-driven, easy view of the operator. Refer to
air-cooled heat exchanger that transfers the
xenon lamp heat to an exhaust duct or out of electrical diagrams for switching-pole
doors. Contact Atlas Sales. and fuse rating requirements.

Compressed Air Supply i NOTE ON DELTA CONNECTION

Pressure: 483 kPa (70 psi) On instruments using a 3 Phase, 3
3
Flow Rate: 0.11 m /min (4 ft /min) Max.3 Wire, corner-grounded delta connec-
3
tion, refer to the electrical drawings
/min (8 ft3/min) Max. for proper connections.
Purity: Free of oil, water, and particulates
WARNING!
i NOTE System earth-fault protection relies
Compressed air must pass through on the electrical grounding circuit
an industrial grade oil/water separator of your facility. Ensure that your
before entering the instrument. grounding circuit provides a low-
resistance electrical path to ground.

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2.1 Facility Requirements (cont.) i NOTE ON INSTRUMENT FUSES

The 3 fuses in the front-panel fuse
i NOTE ON GROUNDING holders are: 22mm X 58mm cylindrical,
The instrument frame must be semi-conductor type. The customer
connected to a low-resistance earth must supply appropriate fuses for
ground at all times (connect a 4AWG the wall-mounted, safety-disconnect
min. ground lead to the PE ground switch (see Table 2-7).

2-9 – 2-11). Do not use the Neutral Exhaust Ducting

AC line as the only ground as it is Atlas recommends that a customer-supplied
disconnected on power shut off. exhaust duct be positioned directly above,

rate must be minimized to remove instrument

Ci3000+ rates.
Voltage Max. Freq. Fuse

200-240 50 3 3 50/60 70A Slow-Blow

340-415 50 3 4 50/60 70A Slow-Blow
Min. Copper Wire Size: Use #4 AWG (21 mm²)
*Wall-mounted safety disconnect switch

Ci4000
Voltage Max. Freq. Wall Discon.

200-240 50 3 3 50/60 70A Slow-Blow

340-415 47 3 4 50/60 70A Slow-Blow

Min. Copper Wire Size: Use #4 AWG (21 mm²).

*External, safety disconnect switch (customer supplied)

Ci5000
Voltage Max. Freq. Fuse

440-480 60 3 3+PE 50/60 75A Slow-Blow

340-415 63 3 4+PE 50/60 75A Slow-Blow
Min. Copper Wire Size: Use #4 AWG (21 mm²).

Ci5000 Low Voltage

Voltage Max. Freq. Fuse

240 85 3 3+PE 50/60 100A Slow-Blow

Min. Copper Wire Size:Use #4 AWG (21 mm²).

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2.2 Uncrating the Weather-Ometer®

After the installation area has been prepared,

uncrate the Weather-Ometer® and check for
Ci3000
possible damage caused during shipping. If
the instrument is delivered in subzero weather,
allow it to sit on the skid in an enclosed area
for twenty-four hours and check for possible
damage.
Ci4000/Ci5000
Shipping Locks: Two angle brackets are
installed to secure the lower front access
door(s). Remove the brackets with a
screwdriver.

Leveling: The Weather-Ometer® must be

accurately levelled for optimal operation. It is
supported by leveling feet with adjustable bolts Figure 2-3: Exhaust Duct Space Requirements
and locknuts. To begin leveling, place a bubble
level across the upper, center ring of the
CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE
specimen rack inside the test chamber. Turn
the leveling bolts until the Two duct extensions were removed
bubble is centered in the from the Weather-Ometer ® prior
level. Turn the level 90° to shipping. Reinstall them before
and adjust the bolts again. operating the instrument or damage
Repeat the procedure until may occur. Do not connect the
Locknut
the bubble is centered in facility exhaust system directly to
Foot the instrument exhaust duct! Use a
both directions. Tighten
the locknuts to secure the Figure 2-2 collection hood or test conditions
bolts in place. Leveling Foot may be compromised.

Exhaust Ducts and Extensions: The air

ducts in the top of the instrument separate
incoming (inlet) and outgoing (outlet) air and
prevent exhaust moisture from dripping back
into the instrument. Identify the inlet and
outlet ducts and extensions as you uncrate
the instrument. Each duct extension is

extensions into their matching ports on top of

the instrument. Refer to Figure 2-3.

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2.3 Facilities Connections i NOTE

2.3.1 Access Panel Removal The upper access panel must be
removed first before removing its
WARNING! adjacent lower access panel.

These procedures should be

2
service technician. They involve
critical plumbing and electrical
co n ne c ti on s th at if p e rfo r me d
incorrectly may result in instrument
damage or personal injury.
3
1
CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE
During installation procedures you
must remove side and rear panels as
indicated in Figure 2-4.
Overhead View
CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE
Each access panel has a ground
wire connecting it to the instrument.
Pull the ground wire from its quick- KC OL NU

connect terminal during removal. Upper Access Panel

Turn-button Lock
To conduct the facilities connection procedures
you must remove one or more access panels Lock Locations

from the instrument. Follow the instructions 1 Left-side Upper Access Panel
below to do so. 2 Rear Upper Access Panel
3 Right-side Upper Access Panel

The Weather-Ometer® is equipped with three Figure 2-4 Access Panel Removal Diagram
upper panel turn-button locks that must be
rotated (unlocked) counterclockwise to allow 3) Remove the upper panel by lifting it upward
access panel removal. An upper access panel and then outward off its locating hooks. Reach
around and slip the ground wire off of its quick
associated lower access panel. connect terminal on the panel interior.
1) Turn the red instrument power switch to 4) Remove the associated lower panel by
the off (O) position. Turn off power at the wall- lifting it up and off its securing hooks. Slant it
mounted safety disconnect switch. sway from the instrument and disconnect the
ground wire.
2) Unlock the appropriate upper panel by rotating
the turn-button counter counterclockwise 5) After completion of procedures, reinstall
(using a straight-blade screwdriver). These the access panel(s) and their ground wires,
are located near the top of each upper panel then secure the turn-button lock by rotating it
(items 1,2 and 3 in Figure 2-4). fully clockwise.

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2.3.2 Connection Procedures

Water Supply and Drain Connections

Connect water supply and drain lines to the

connection ports located at the lower rear of the

line (No. 1) is a gravity drain and the second

drain (No. 2) is for water under pressure. Do
not join these drain outlets in a Y-connection
or water backup into the chamber may result 1 CS-7 gravity water drain, 13 mm (1/2 in) outer
if the pressure drain becomes obstructed. diameter (O.D.) stainless steel tube
Route separate tubing from each drain port 2 Pressure water drain, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D.
to the facility drain. stainless steel tube
3 Tap water inlet, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D. stainless
steel tube
Do not connect compressed air at this time. 4 Deionized (DI) water inlet, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D.
stainless steel tube
line. After making all port connections, turn 5 Compressed air inlet, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D.
on the tap and DI water supplies. Open stainless steel tube
6 Chamber gravity drain, 19 mm (3/4 in) O.D.
the instrument doors and access panels
stainless steel tube
(see section 2.3.1) and check all water
lines for leaks. Ensure that your facility is Figure 2-6 Ci4000/Ci5000 Facilities Connection Ports
supplying deionized water to the instrument at
124-207 kPa (18-30 psi).
CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE

GRAVITY DEIONIZED TAP GRAVITY

Do not join the gravity and pressure
DRAIN FROM
CHAMBER
COMPRESSED
AIR INLET
WATER
INLET
PRESSURE
DRAIN
WATER
INLET
DRAIN
(CS-7) drain outlets prior to their connection
to a facility drain. They must remain
separate to prevent pressure drain
backup into the test chamber.

1 Chamber gravity drain, 19 mm (3/4 in) O.D. i NOTE

stainless steel tube
2 Compressed air inlet, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D. The xenon lamp cooling water
stainless steel tube
3 Deionized (DI) water inlet, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) water supply and power are applied
O.D. stainless steel tube to the instrument. When the lamp
4 Pressure water drain, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D. is started, the cooling system will
stainless steel tube activate. Be sure to check the tap
5 Tap water inlet, 9.5 mm (3/8 in) O.D. stainless water drain line for leaks at that time
steel tube
(when conducting 4.1 Instrument
6 CS-7 gravity water drain, 13 mm (1/2 in) outer Startup).
diameter (O.D.) stainless steel tube

Figure 2-5 Ci3000+ Facilities Connection Ports

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2.3.2 Connection Procedures (cont.)

Compressed Air Connection

Install an industrial grade oil/water separator in

the air supply line. Connect the air supply line
to inlet port at the lower rear of the instrument.
Apply air pressure and check for leaks. Adjust Figure 2-8 Fused Safety Disconnect Switch
the humidifier air pressure regulator (Fig.
2-7), located behind the front lower door, to HIGH VOLTAGE! SHOCK HAZARD
4 48 kPa ( 65 p si) . If p r esen t , lift u p The 200-480V AC electrical supply is
the lock ring before you adjust the air capable of causing electrical shock
pressure regulator knob. Press the lock and fatal injury. Before connecting
ring down to secure the knob position. supply wiring to the instrument,
1 ensure that power is switched off at
2 the wall-mounted disconnect switch.
NEVER handle or connect elec-
trically-live wiring or serious injury
1 Pressure adjust
knob may result.
2 Knob locking
ring (or lift knob) WARNING!

Figure 2-7 Air Pressure Regulator Ground wiring connected to the

instrument PE frame-ground terminal
CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE must be the same gauge as the
The Weather-Ometer ® is equipped AC supply wires to ensure proper
with a small air regulator that includes grounding protection.
a secondary oil/water trap. DO NOT Wiring Entrance: Feed the AC supply wiring
depend only on this trap during through the wiring entrance/conduit plate
normal operation of the instrument; atop the instrument. If conduit is to be used,
connect it to this plate as required.
device only. Install an industrial grade
oil/water separator on the supply line. On the Ci3000, remove the left-side upper
access panel to gain access to the AC line
Electrical Power Connection
made (Fig. 2-9).

WARNING! 1

Connect power lines through a

fused safety disconnect switch (Fig. Power Line
Connection
2-8) with appropriate fuses (see to AC Filter
Power
section 2.1 Electrical Supply). Locate Filter
the disconnect switch as close as
possible to the instrument and in easy
view of the instrument operator. 1 Power Filter Input terminals (AC input)

Figure 2-9 Ci3000 Electrical Connections

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2.3.2 Connection Procedures (cont.)

Electrical Power Connection (cont.) WARNING!

T h e s e p r o c ed u r e s s h o u l d b e
On the Ci4000, remove the left-side upper
access panel to gain access to the AC line service technician. They involve
critical electrical connections that if
made (Fig. 2-10). performed incorrectly may result in
instrument damage or personal injury.
1

The power transformers and reactors are

Power Line
Connection
ranges. In some cases the instrument may
be installed in a facility with differing power
characteristics, such as AC voltage outside
nominal tolerances. In such cases, measure
1 Power Filter Input terminals (AC input)
the line voltage at various times during a
Figure 2-10 Ci4000 Electrical Connections typical work day (to determine worst-case
values) and then adjust the transformers
On the Ci5000, open the small, front, upper taps to accommodate the power conditions
left, screw-mounted access panel (Figure observed. Refer to Figures 2-13 and 2-14 for
2-11). the transformer drawings applicable to the

HIGH VOLTAGE!
High voltage is present at the terminals
of the transformers and reactors.
Shut off power to the instrument
2 at the safety disconnect switch
1 Power Filter Input terminals (AC input) before making adjustments to the
2 Screw-mount access panel transformer tap connections or
Figure 2-11 Ci5000 Electrical Connections electric shock and injury may result.

Connect electrical power as indicated in the

applicable wiring diagram included in the
schematics package. Connect input power

Transformers Taps: If the Atlas instrument

supply voltage, refer to section 2.3.3 to adjust

the transformer taps to match AC supply line
voltage and frequency.

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Ci3000+ / Ci4000 Transformer/Reactor Taps Lamp Volt-

2.5kW
age Boost 3.5kW

Turn off all power for the procedures below! Select 6.5kW

i NOTE

When changing the terminal position

of a tap, be sure to move all leads as
a group from one terminal to another.

(Do not perform

L1 - Main Reactor
if accurate electrical utility information
was provided to Atlas prior to purchasing
the instrument.) Determine utility power
character-istics by measuring the incoming

on the transformers accordingly. If there are 50 Hz

60 Hz

Line
all transformer tap connections against the Frequency
electrical schematics.

Adjust the Booster

Transformer lead among terminals 6 through
9 to obtain a lamp-circuit voltage as close as
possible to the target voltage. If the lamp will
not ignite, adjust the tap to achieve a higher
lamp circuit voltage without exceeding the L2 - Auxiliary Reactor
maximum indicated below.

Model Target V.* Max. V.*

Ci3000+: 245V a.c. 250V a.c. Input Line Volt-
age Select
Ci4000: 265V a.c. 280V a.c. COM
200 V
*As measured across the xenon lamp and the main reactor.
230 V
250 V

Low Irradiance Tests: For tests with very low

25 V
irradiance levels, and thus low lamp wattage 37.5 V
50 V
levels, it may be necessary to adjust the Main 70 V

Reactor tap to a lower setting. Lamp Voltage

Boost Select

i NOTE
* This COM wire
may be moved to
T1 - Booster Transformer terminal 6 which
will provide 12.5V
boost at terminal
unit. Dashed arrows indicate optional 7, 18.8V at term-
tap connections. Only Reactor L2 has inal 8, etc.

Figure 2-12 Ci3000+/Ci4000 Transformers/Reactors

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Ci5000 Transformer/Reactor Taps

50
Turn off all power for the procedures below! 60

i NOTE

When changing the terminal position

of a tap, be sure to move all leads as L1 - Main Reactor
a group from one terminal to another.

(Do not perform

if accurate electrical utility information
was provided to Atlas prior to purchasing
the instrument.) Determine utility power
character-istics by measuring the incoming

on the transformers accordingly. If there are

all transformer tap connections against the L2 - Auxiliary Reactor

electrical drawings.

Lamp Ignition Difficulty: Adjust the T1

Booster Transformer tap among terminals
2 through 8 to obtain a lamp-circuit voltage
as close as possible to the target voltage
indicated below. If the xenon lamp will not
ignite, adjust the tap to achieve a higher
lamp circuit voltage without exceeding the
maximum.

Model Target V.* Max. V.*

Ci5000: 500V a.c. 520V a.c.
*As measured across the xenon lamp and the main reactor. T1 - Booster Transformer

Low Irradiance Tests: For tests with very low

irradiance levels, and thus low lamp wattage
Used on
levels, it may be necessary to adjust the Main 3 Phase
Reactor tap to a lower setting. 3-Wire
Systems
(440-480V)
i NOTE only

Dashed arrows indicate optional tap

T2 - Control Transformer
selections are a consideration only
Figure 2-13 Ci5000 Transformers/Reactors
on reactors L1 and L2.

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Ci5000 Transformer/Reactor Taps (cont.)

T3 - Heater Transformer

Ci5000 units include a heater transformer to

raise the line voltage to 480V as required by
the air heater.

T3 - Heater Transformer
(Ci5000)

COM (1)
180 (2)
200 (3)
230 (4)
240 (5)
260 (6)
360 (7)
T3-Heater Transformer (Low Voltage Units) 380 (8)
400 (9)
420 (10)
The Low Voltage (240V) Ci5000 also includes 440 (11)
a heater transformer to raise the line voltage 460 (12)
480 (13)
to 480V, as required by the air heater.

T3 - Heater Transformer
(Low Voltage Ci5000)

T11 - Booster Transformer

(Low Voltage Units)

This extra booster transformer, which supplied

power to Boosetr Transformer T1 in Low
Voltage (240V) Ci5000 instruments, provides
an initial step-up in voltage (240V > 360V). T1
then boosts the output to the 520V required
by the xenon lamp circuit.
T11 - Booster Transformer
(Low Voltage Ci5000 only)
Figure 2-13 Ci5000 Transformers/Reactors (cont.)

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2.4 Xenon Lamp Installation

2.4.1 Lamp Safety Precautions

HIGH VOLTAGE!
Always turn off power at the safety
disconnect switch a nd the red
instrument Power switch before
installing or removing the xenon
lamp.

CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE

Do NOT shut of f power to the
instrument until the lamp has cooled.
Allow the instrument to complete the

approximately two minutes long.

CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE

Never touch the xenon lamp or lamp

deposit and burn into the glass. Wear

cotton or rubber gloves when holding
the lamp. If the glass has been in
contact with skin, clean it with an
optical glass cleaner.

CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE

Each Weather-Ometer® is usually
shipped with a calibrated reference
lampassembly. Do NOT take apart the
calibrated reference lamp assembly.
The components have been aligned,

The calibration lamp assembly

provides an irradiance output at a
corresponding wattage level which K-1000
is recorded on the lamp calibration
c e r t i f i c a t e . T h e w o r k i n g la m p
assembly is used for normal operation

to allow the use of interchangeable

Figure 2-14 Xenon Lamp Assembly

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2.4.2 Lamp Description Each xenon lamp assembly contains an inner

The xenon lamp has a nominal wattage rating

and operates within the range indicated below.
use with the xenon lamp.
Model Nominal Operating Range
Ci3000+ 4500W 1700-4500W Soda Lime: This glass, also called “clear
Ci4000 6500W 2500-7500W glass,” simulates the effect of sunlight passing
Ci5000 (Std. Voltage) 12000W 5000-14000W though window glass. It is only used for outer
Ci5000 (Low Voltage) 6500W 2500-7500W

The lamp is water-cooled. Deionized water Type “S” Borosilicate

outdoor sunlight at the earth’s surface. It is
the inner and outer glass filter tubes to
dissipate heat. is (S).

Quartz: This filter allows high-intensity,

extreme exposure to ultraviolet light causes ultraviolet light to pass. It is used for inner and
solarization of the glass. This leads to slightly
decreased transmittance of ultraviolet rays
through the glass and, therefore, into the test Coated Infrared Absorbing (CIRA): These
chamber. The solarization generally occurs
within the first twenty hours of operation to provide attenuation of infrared light without
and is followed by moderate change for the affecting the UV and visible portions of the

initial aging process into consideration after

installing a new xenon lamp assembly. substrates of the user’s choosing: Quartz
(designated CQ), Type “S” Borosilicate
Atlas Controlled Irradiance “Ci” xenon (designated CS), or Soda Lime (designated
instruments compensate for the loss of UV CC).
radiation by automatically increasing lamp
wattage to maintain a constant irradiance Right Light:
level. natural sunlight. It replicates a more precise
solar cut-on in the short wave UV. It is only
2.4.3 Selecting Xenon Lamp Filters

The xenon lamp produces irradiance that scribed.

simulates sunlight; in the infrared spectrum
above 750 nm, in the visible spectrum,
400–750 nm, and in the ultraviolet spectrum,
schedule. If the filters should deteriorate
the lamp, the spectral output is altered to allow prematurely and prevent the instrument from
only certain portions of each wavelength band producing a desired irradiance, replace them
immediately regardless of age.
transmission ratings.

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2.4.3 Selecting Xenon Lamp Filters (cont.)

Table 2-8 Xenon Lamp Inner and Outer Filter Combinations

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2.4.3 Selecting Xenon Lamp Filters (cont.)

Table 2-9 Auxiliary Filter Lantern Combinations

Filter Combinations Irradiance Ranges (W/m2)

Inner Outer Test Conditions Wattage 200-300 300-400 300-800 340 420
Filter Filter (W) nm nm nm nm nm
Type “S” Soda Lime+ Common combination for testing 2500 0.0 23 269 0.17 0.56
Borosilicate Float Glass European automotive interior trim 7500 0.0 109 1223 0.82 2.54
w/ Filter Lantern materials.

Quartz CIRA on Lightfastness test for automotive 97 1063 0.80 2.20

Soda Lime interior materials to meet
w/ Filter Lantern GMW 3414TM

Quartz Type “S” Lightfastness test for automotive 46 537 0.38 1.06
Boro. + interior materials to meet
335 nm LP Ford FLTM B0-116-01
w/ Filter
Lantern

HL 35/65/ HL 3000/ Lightfastness test for automotive

4000 4000 interior materials per
ISO 105-B06 VDA 75202 &
other European

Auxiliary
Filter Lantern

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2.4.4 Xenon Lamp Assembly and

Installation

Before assembling the lamp, refer to your test

hole that determines its alignment. Using the

assembly instructions in Figure 2-17, carefully
line up each pin and matching hole. This will

changed.

CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE

Always remove the xenon lamp from
the lamp assembly before disas-

may be damaged.

Place the assembled lamp into the test

until the alignment pin falls into place and turn

the mounting ring one-quarter turn clockwise.
Slip the lamp lead clamp onto the electrode tip
and tighten the clamp by turning the knurled
thumbscrew. The lamp is now installed and
ready for operation. Figure 2-15 Xenon Lamp Lead Connection

WARNING
When installing the lead clamp,
ensure that it is oriented as shown in
Figure 2-15 with the lead wire oriented
away from the lamp base. This will
prevent any possibility of lead arcing.

i NOTE

lamp assembly, and each time

thereafter, install a new sealing gasket

positive sealing. The gasket degrades

with heat and lamp installations.

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2.4.4 Xenon Lamp Assembly and Installation (cont.)

Always assemble and disassemble the 1
lamp on a padded bench surface.

Be sure to match the

alignment pin and hole.
Hand tighten the union
ring.

3
Slowly slide the inner

DO NOT drop the inner

may occur.

4
Check that the spring

housing tube is in place.

Hand tighten the union

ring.

Check that the rubber 5

gasket is in place on
the lamp base. Slide the
lamp upper electrode
into the socket. Look into

housing to ensure that the

lamp electrode is inside
the socket.

6
Check that the xenon lamp
upper electrode is inside
the socket as shown. Hand
tighten the union ring.

a lint-free cloth and optical

cleaner. Hold the lamp as-
sembly by the upper or lower

Make sure there is a rubber

gasket inside
7
Locate the lamp assembly

rotate the lamp assembly

until the alignment pin falls
into place. Hand tighten the
mounting ring. Install the
lamp lead.
Figure 2-16 Xenon Lamp Assembly Instructions

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3.0 COMPONENTS & CONTROLS (6) Damper: This “air valve” is automatically
controlled to regulate the exchange of air
3.1 Introduction between the test chamber and the ambient
environment. The damper sets itself, after a

of components and controls in the Weather- allowing only a small intake of cool ambient
Ometer®. Although you may not use each air. Air heater (17) operation then controls
component or control during normal operation, chamber set point temperature for the duration
of the current cycle.
shooting or maintenance procedures.
(7) Lamp Lead: This insulated lead connects
3.2 Test Chamber Components (Figs. 3-2, 3-3) the xenon lamp (11) to the igniter. It conducts
high current at high voltage and must be
(1) Air Blower: The blower circulates air securely tightened onto the xenon lamp
throughout the test chamber. When the electrode to prevent poor electrical contact .
damper (6) is open, ambient air is drawn in,
travels down the air inlet duct (5) past the (8) Lamp Mounting/Water Fitting: The xenon
lamp assembly (11) is mechanically secured to
(17), then into the test chamber through the
to the water lines from the lamp cooling
rack (15) and then out through the chamber
ceiling to be exhausted through the exhaust that must be inspected regularly to ensure
duct (4). When the damper is closed, chamber optimal lamp operation.
air circulates in a closed loop (no exhaust) to
maintain stable set point temperatures. (9) Chamber Over-temperature Safety
Switch:
(2) Relative Humidity Sensor: This sensor is of 100°C (212°F). If the test chamber
a solid state capacitive device mounted in the temperature exceeds 100 °C, opera-tion will
top of the test chamber. It monitors the relative stop and a cooling cycle
humidity of the test chamber. will be initiated. A pop-up
shutdown message will
(3) Chamber Temperature Sensor: Also indicate: “CHAMBER
referred to as the “dry bulb” sensor, it is a T E M P E R AT U R E I S
platinum RTD mounted in the test chamber. HIGH.” After the cause
It monitors the temperature of the air in the of the over-temperature
test chamber. has been corrected, the
safety switch must be Red reset button
(4) Air Exhaust Duct: When the damper manually reset before Figure 3-1 Chamber
(6) is partially or fully open, chamber air is instrument operation can Safety Switch

vented through this duct. The air is usually be resumed.

warm and humid and should be routed into a
facility exhaust system that is not physically i NOTE
connected to the air exhaust duct.
In the event of an over-temperature
(5) Air Inlet Duct: When the damper (6) is
technician to reset the thermostat
partially or fully open, ambient air is drawn in
after determining/correcting the
cause.

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4 5

19 21
22
3 Air Filter
1
6
2

8
20

13

10
11
12
14

15
7

16

17

1 Air Blower 12 Specimen Spray (not on Ci3000+F) 18

2 Relative Humidity Sensor 13 Rack Panel Sensor
3 Chamber Temperature Sensor 14 Rack Spray (not on Ci3000+F)
4 Air Exhaust Duct 15 Specimen Rack
5 Air Inlet Duct
6 Damper 17 Air Heater
7 Lamp Lead 18 Chamber Drain
8 Lamp Mounting/Water Fitting 19 Light Sensor
9 Chamber Over-temperature Switch
10 Light Rod 21 RH Calibration Sensor Port
11 Xenon Lamp Assembly 22 Chamber Temp. Sensor Calibration Port
Figure 3-2 Ci3000+ Test Chamber Components

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13
10 11
14
12

15

16

Ci3000+ Test Chamber

Ci3000+ Test Chamber with Optional 2-Tier Specimen Rack

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5
4

1
Inlet Air
2 Filter
21

22

3
2nd
7 Nozzle
20 Ci5000
only
13

11
12

10

15
16 20

17 18
19

1 Air Blower 12 Specimen Spray

2 Relative Humidity Sensor 13 Rack Panel Sensor
3 Chamber Temperature Sensor 14 Rack Spray
4 Air Exhaust Duct 15 Specimen Rack
5 Air Inlet Duct
6 Damper 17 Air Heater
7 Lamp Lead 18 Chamber Drain
8 Lamp Mounting/Water Fitting 19 Light Sensor
9 Chamber Over-temperature Switch
10 Light Rod 21 Humidity Sensor Calibration Port
11 Xenon Lamp Assembly 22 Chamber Temp. Sensor Calibration Port

Figure 3-3 Ci4000 / Ci5000 Test Chamber Components

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Ci5000 Test Chamber

15

13
11 12

10

16

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3.2 Test Chamber Components (cont.) typically activated during a dark cycle, but may

(10) Light Rod: The light rod is constructed in a light cycle.

of solid quartz and surrounded by a stainless
(15) Specimen Rack: The specimen rack
steel housing. It transmits light from the xenon
lamp assembly to the light sensor (19). rotates at 1 rpm (or at 10 rpm only in the
Ci5000 during high-irradiance tests) around
(11) Xenon Lamp: The xenon lamp assembly the xenon lamp assembly (11) to ensure
consists of stainless steel upper and lower uniform exposure of the test specimens
mounted on the rack. When the Weather-
®
and the xenon lamp. The lamp can operate Ometer is turned off, a slip clutch allows the
within the wattage ranges listed in section rack to be rotated manually without damaging
2.4.2. The spectral output of the xenon lamp the drive system. Test specimen holders may
is adjustable through the use of various glass be mixed in any combination on the rack to
provide maximum sample capacity. Some
section 2.4.3 Selecting Xenon Lamp Filters for common specimen holders are listed below.
Table 3-1 Typical Specimen Holders
Specimen Rack
(12) Specimen Spray: (Not applicable to Type Size (mm) Capacity
Ci3000+F.) Pressurized deionized water is Ci3000+
released onto the front of the test specimens
to simulate rain and water erosion effects. To
simulate thermal shock, hot test specimens Ci4000
can be sprayed with cool specimen spray. Only 70 x 45 x 3 68
cool water is supplied to the specimen spray. SL-3T 70 x 145 x 3 68
WPTC-3T 161 x 145 x 3 29
3-T Panel 76 x 152 Panel 68
(13) Rack Panel Sensor: The rack panel Ci5000
sensor, either Black Panel or Black Standard, 70 x 45 x 3 111
is a platinum resistive temperature device SL-3T 70 x 145 x 3 111
(RTD) mounted on a specimen holder. The
rack panel temperature is the chamber (16) Air Deflector: The air deflector is a
temperature plus the heat emitted by the
infrared (heat wavelengths) portion of the
xenon lamp spectrum. An optional second rack
panel sensor may be added to the specimen test specimens on the specimen rack (15).
rack so that one panel sensor may be used for
control and one used for monitoring. During a (17) Air Heater: The air is a circular heating
European test, the touchscreen MONITORING element that warms the incoming ambient air
page will display “Black Standard” instead of
“Black Panel.” cycling is responsible for maintaining stable
chamber temperature control after the damper
(14) Rack Spray: (Not applicable to Ci3000+F.)
Pressurized deionized water is released onto
the back of the test specimens to simulate (18) Chamber Drain: This gravity drain
dew effects, since the warm humid chamber removes condensation and spray water from
air will condense on the front of the specimens the test chamber.

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3.2 Test Chamber Components (cont.) 3.3 Front Upper Panel Controls

(19) Light Sensor: The light sensor monitors (1) Power Switch: Controls AC power to the
the irradiance output of the xenon lamp instrument. On is indicated by I, and off by O.
assembly (11). Its housing contains one or two
modular capsules, each with one interference HIGH VOLTAGE!
Always turn off power at the safety
nm) to narrow the wavelength range of the disconnect switch and the instrument
irradiance detected, and a photodiode to Power switch before installing or
detect the irradiance. Light travels down the removing the xenon lamp assembly.

and onto the photodiode which converts the (2) Fuse Holders (AC Main Power): The AC
light energy into an electrical signal. input fuses provide overcurrent protection.
NEVER use the fuses as a power switch.
i NOTE
(3) Air Filter:
exposure and must be replaced every mesh filter located in the air inlet duct. It
prevents large particles from entering the

soap and water or blown out with compressed

This Vibra- air for extended use.

water mixture under pressure and a stainless (4) Blower Controller Keypad/Display:
Regulates the blower speed based on the
fog. The nozzle head has a suspended tip. The black panel sensor temperature. If any error
air/water mixture leaves the nozzle and strikes
Slide-out
the tip, causing high frequency vibration. The
vibrating tip breaks apart, i.e. atomizes, the accessed
3
from rear
water molecules creating a fog. The fog mixes
with the inlet air and enters the test chamber
2
1
4
i NOTE

inspected, cleaned and adjusted on 1 Power Switch 4 Blower Controller Display

a regular basis for optimal operation. 2 Fuse Holders 5 Instrument Nameplate (Not shown)
3 Air Filter
perform these procedures according Figure 3-4 Front Upper Panel Ci3000+
to the instructions in Appendix D.
2
3
(21) Relative Humidity Calibration Port:
This port allows a relative humidity reference 6
4
1
sensor to be inserted to perform a calibration.

(2 2) Cha mbe r Tem per at ure Se nso r 1 Power Switch 4 Blower Controller Display
Calibration Port: This port allows insertion 2 Fuse Holders 5 Instrument Nameplate (not shown)
3 Air Filter 6 Filter Card Holder
of an RTD reference sensor during calibration.
Figure 3-5 Front Upper Panel - Ci4000/Ci5000

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3.3 Front Upper Panel Controls (cont.) 3.4 Front Middle Panel Controls

codes are displayed that begin with C, E, H, Touchscreen and USB/Ethernet Ports

to troubleshoot the malfunctioning controller. Touchscreen: Detailed instructions are

If the blower shuts off due to a blower provided in section 3.6.
malfunction, a pop-up warning message will
indicate: “BLOWER MOTOR ERROR.” For
minor faults, the blower controller may be reset
as described below.
< USB Port for data download
Display -
Error codes < USB Port for data download
appear here
< Ethernet Port (for network)

Figure 3-7 Touch Screen USB and Ethernet Ports

USB Ports: These are Type 2 ports operating

Figure 3-6 Blower Controller Display/Keypad at 480 Megabits per second. A memory stick
(or removable thumb drive) may be inserted
into either USB port and used for downloading
i NOTE: BLOWER CONTROL RESET
test data, and S3T test data if this option is
If the blower malfunctions it may be installed. When the DAQ button is touched (in
possible to reset the controller by the Settings page) a dialogue box will appear
removing power (minor faults only). on the touchscreen indicating either that there
Shut off the Power switch, wait 60 is no thumb drive connected (“DAQ drive not
seconds and reapply power. Attempt found”), or, when a thumb drive is connected,
instrument operation. If operation will that data is ready for downloading (“Do you

technician. The touchscreen dialogue also allows the

operator to delete test data from the instrument
(5) Instrument Nameplate: This stamped memory.
nameplate includes the name, model, date
of manufacture and serial number of the Ethernet Port: This is a standard 10/100
instrument. Record this information on the Megabit per second Ethernet communications
port. It alllows remote desktop connection.
Specifications. This will aid ordering or
troubleshooting when contacting Atlas.

(6) Card Holder: This pocket is for holding

the “Xenon Lamp Warranty Log” card and the
lamp “Filter Log” card in a convenient location.
The xenon lamp has a limited warranty for the

valid if the hours of use are recorded on the

but hours of use should be recorded to ensure

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3.4 Front Middle Panel Controls (cont.)

Electronics Cabinet

They are presented here to bring them to the awareness of supervisors and managers. Full
knowledge of instrument components will assist in maintenance and calibration planning.

Item 1 requires manual reset (press red

reset button) to allow resumption of op-
4
eration after chamber over-temperature.

2 6

7
3

Cabinet Left Wall

(right wall of test chamber)
Cabinet Back Wall
1 Chamber Over-temperature Sensor 4 Water Resistivity Monitor
2 Chamber Temp. Transmitter Board 5 Humidity Sensor Control Board
3 Chamber Temp. Sensor (RTD) 6 Rack Speed Adjust Potentiometer
7 Fuse F11 - Touch screen Power
Figure 3-8 Electronics Cabinet Controls (Ci4000 shown - some component locations differ on Ci3000 & Ci5000)

(1) Chamber Over-temperature Safety Switch: 4) Water Resistivity Monitor: Zero and Span
After a chamber over-temperature occurs and the potentiometers on this controller are adjusted
cause is corrected, the switch must be manually during the Resistivity Monitor calibration.
reset before operation can resume. See section 5) Humidity Sensor Control Board: A potenti-
3.2 (9) for more information. ometer on this board is adjusted during the
(2) Chamber Temp. Transmitter Board: This humidity calibration procedure.
board is accessed during temperature calibration 6) Rack Speed Adjust Potentiometer: Adjusted
for connecting a calibration resistor. during rack speed calibration (Ci3000 / Ci4000).
(3) Chamber Temperature Sensor (RTD): 7) Fuse F11 (F18 on Ci5000) - Touchscreen
Monitors chamber temperature. Power: This 3.15A fuse protects the touchscreen
from overcurrent conditions.

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3.5 Front Lower Controls and Components

These components and controls are located behind the front lower doors or panel. To remove
the Ci3000+ panel, grab it from both sides and carefully lift it up and off its hooks.

1 5

3
4

4 Reservoir Drain Valve (underneath - not visible)

5 Lamp Cooling Water Reservoir
3 Demineralizer Filter Housing 6 Wattage Transducer Board

Figure 3-9 Front Lower Controls Ci3000+

2
5

6
3 4

4 Reservoir Drain Valve (underneath - not visible)

5 Lamp Cooling Water Reservoir
3 Demineralizer Filter Housing 6 Wattage Transducer Board

Figure 3-10 Front Lower Controls Ci4000/Ci5000

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3.5 Front Lower Controls (cont.) the board. The power calibration is to be
conducted only by Atlas-qualified service
This ten-turn technicians.
needle valve allows control of the amount of DI

nozzle.
followed to adjust it and must be carried

(2) Humidifier Air Pressure Regulator:

Controls the air pressure to the Vibra-Sonic™
humidifier nozzle. The standard setting is
448 kPa (65 psi). Adjust to this value while

audible hissing sound, for the most accurate

setting.

This
removable housing contains a replaceable

water before it flows to the xenon lamp.

Filter replacement is a routine maintenance
procedure.

(4) Reservoir Drain Valve: To drain the

cooling water reservoir, turn this valve 90°
to the left (counterclockwise). Flushing the

maintenance procedure.

(5) Lamp Cooling Water Reservoir: The

reservoir holds DI water used for cooling the

to maintain the correct water level. Float

switches in the reservoir monitor the water

the water return line from the lamp detects

(6) Wattage Transducer Board: This trans-

ducer monitors the lamp power (wattage)
and provides feedback to the irradiance
control system. During the Power Calibration
a reference power meter is clamped over the
lamp lead passing through this board and
the meter’s voltage leads are connected to
the black and red convenience jacks near

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3.6 Touchscreen – Guide to Adjusting Parameter Values

You must familiarize yourself with these instructions prior to operating the instrument. There are three
different techniques for parameter adjustment and selection as described below.

Non-numerical Selections: 1) Touch the white parameter box and a drop-down list will
appear; touch the desired selection in the drop-down list, or 2) if a drop-down list arrow is not
present, type in the desired value or name via a virtual keyboard that appears.

Numerical Selections: Touch the white parameter box and a virtual keypad appears. Touch

Non-Numeric Selection
Value Box Touch the drop-down
Color Legend list arrow and touch the
desired selection.
Value is Editable

Value is Not Editable

Item is selected

Numeric Selection
Touch white parameter box
and a keypad appears as
shown below, middle.

Alphanumeric
Selection
Touch the white parameter (S3T Setup) (Email (Sample
Management)
box and a keyboard appears
as shown below, left.

Sub-Menu Button
Touch the button and a selection menu appears.

Touch digit keys on the keypad to en-

ter the desired numeric value. Touch
the Enter key to save the new value.

Clear = clear display

BS = backspace - delete 1 digit
+/- = change sign of display value
Exit = exit keypad without changes
Enter = save displayed value to page

Buttons and Check Boxes

Page Buttons On/Off Buttons Check Box Advance Arrows

Touch these to advance Touch these buttons to activate/ Touch the check box Touch these arrows to
to the indicated page. deactivate an option or control to select (checked) or advance or return to another
feature. deselect (unchecked) a parameter or parameter
(On - power symbol is green) control feature or display. They act as scrolling
(Off - power symbol is gray) display option. or display-changing buttons.

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3.7 Touchscreen Page Description

This section (3.7.1 through 3.7.10) provides descriptions of the various touchscreen pages that al-
low user control of the instrument. It is recommended that you study it carefully to become familiar
with the functions that may be performed with each touchscreen page and how to properly change
settings on the pages. Plus you will become familiar with touchscreen navigation. Familiarity with
this section will greatly facilitate your use of the touchscreen while conducting the highly-detailed
operating procedures in section 4.0 OPERATION.

3.7.1 Home Page

The Home page appears after instrument start up allowing the user to select which touchscreen page
to display. Touch the button of the page you wish to display. To gain an understanding of how the
controller pages are organized, observe the directory tree on the next page of this manual.

HOME PAGE

i NOTE
You may return to the Home
page from any touchscreen
page by touching the Atlas logo
at the upper left of a page.

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3.7 Touchscreen Page Description

3.7.2 Touchscreen Directory Tree

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3.7 Touchscreen Page Description

or
3.7.3 View/Monitor Only Pages
The following touchscreen pages provide test and instrument status information. They may be viewed
or monitored during operation but their values may not be adjusted by the user. The Trend Plot page
allows user interaction for selection of parameters displayed and to advance or clear the display.

MONITOR PARAMETERS 1
Touch logo
to display
Home page. Advance to
page button.
Return to
previous
page button.

Messages
to Operator
(Touch the
Test “Messages”
Variables button for
(Parameters)
more detailed
info.)

Touch to
display
MONITOR
Sprays
PARAMETERS
Status
2
(not applicable
to Ci3000+F.) page.

Test Time Touch to

Remaining display
TREND
PLOT page.
Page Title Loaded Test Current Test Mode
Name (Running/Stopped/Reset)

Messages page
Touch the Messages button for details about the warning
User Interaction: View/Monitor Only and shutdown messages (below).
Function: Operational Status
1) Indicates the overall status of Operating
Parameters and their Set Points, as well as the
status of the currently running test (Phase, Sprays
and time/dosage remaining).
2) Error Messages (20 max.) are displayed to alert
the operator of conditions preventing operation or
that require service attention. Touch the Messages
button for more info.
3) The currently loaded or running Test Name is
displayed as well as the current test operating
Mode (i.e., Running, Stopped or Reset).

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3.7.3 View/Monitor Only Pages (cont.)

MONITOR PARAMETERS 2

Touch logo Advance to

to display page button.
Home page.

Return to
previous
page button.

Test
Variables
(Parameters)

Touch to
display
TREND
PLOT page.

Page Title Loaded Test Current Test Mode

Name (Running/Stopped/Reset)

User Interaction: View/Monitor Only Function: Detailed Status

1) Displays xenon lamp cooling water temperature.
2) Shows xenon lamp water quality (resistivity) in Meg-Ohms/cm2
3) Displays Black Panel temperature and the temperature of any optional rack
sensor panels that are in use.
4) Displays currently running test phase (segment) duration and duration
type (Dosage or Time), as well as Phase Dose and Phase Timer progress
indicators.
5) Test Dose and Timer indicate the progress in total test irradiance dosage
and time.
Touch the Trend Plot button to advance to a graphical display of operating
parameters.

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3.7.3 View/Monitor Only Pages (cont.)

TREND PLOT

Temperature Irradiance
& Humidity (or Lamp kW)
Scale Scale

User Interaction: View, select test variables to display, advance to

data period, zoom in/out, (view S3T Trend Plot - with S3T option only)
Function: Graphical trend display of operating variables
1) System operating variables are displayed in multicolored trend plot graphical
lines, with variations in amplitude plotted with respect to elapsed time.
2) Display Variables: Touch the desired parameter names to check mark them
for display.
i NOTE
If a test is running under Wattage control, Lamp Power will appear as
a selectable parameter rather than Irradiance.

3) Advance Display Window: In the narrow, expanded, upper plot display, touch
the desired portion of the trend plot and the red box will jump to that position,
advancing the larger (zoomed) plot display to that location in the plot record.
4) Zoom: Touch the
the trend plot.
5) S3T Trend Plot: Touch the S3T Trend Plot button to display the trend plot
page for the S3T system. (Note: The optional S3T system must be installed
and activated.)

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3.7.4 Pretest Setup Pages or

Prior to loading and running a test program, parameters on the Settings pages be adjusted according
to the instructions provided. (Only a basic overview is provided here - see section 4.2.1 for details).
Refer to the subsequent pages in this section (3.7.4) for an overview of the Pretest Setup parameters
to be adjusted.

SETTINGS MENU

Alarms Manual controls

Allows setting of automatic Allows setting or activation/ Allows manual operation of
responses to the variation of deactivation of various key subsystems (such as
test parameters (Irradiance, subsystems and optional
Rack Temperature, etc.) features. Some may be system) that the user may
outside of user-selected required by the test method wish to observe or verify prior
tolerances. Automatic while others may be to running a test program.
responses are either a monitoring or control features
Warning message or test desired by the user.
Shutdown.

DAQ Display access Clock settings

Button only. Automated Allows supervisors to limit Use this page to adjust the
provisions for test data access to certain touchscreen date and time of the touch-
download to a removable pages to simply operation screen controller.
memory stick. No touchscreen or prevent unauthorized
adjustment of control settings.

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3.7.4 Pretest Setup Pages (cont.) - Alarms or >

Prior to loading and running a test program, parameters on the pages in this section must be set
according to the instructions provided. (Only a basic overview is provided here - see section 4.2.1).

ALARMS

Three selections for

Alarm response.

Fixed
setting

Applies to
all parameter
responses

1) RESPONSE: Touch the drop-down menu box and select Warning or Shutdown for each
parameter (or Disabled, to prevent operation of the alarm). “Warning” provides only a text
warning on the Monitor page when the parameter exceeds the tolerance range. “Shutdown”
will cause the test program to stop when the parameter exceeds the tolerance range.
2) TOLERANCE: Allows setting of the positive and negative range within which the parameter
value is considered normal. When a parameter exceeds the tolerance range, the instrument
will respond with a warning message or shutdown (per the RESPONSE selection). Tolerances
and Timeout (delay) must be carefully chosen to prevent nuisance alarms while still providing
runaway temperature and humidity protection for test specimens. Please note that the Alarms
do not become active until 10 minutes after a test program phase begins. This prevents false
alarm triggering during the parameter stabilization period.

Rack temperature safety:

Set to 20° above test maximum Rack temperature (or leave at default of 120°)
Timeout:
Set to 10 minutes (Parameter must remain outside the TOLERANCE range for
this time period before the Alarm response occurs.)

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Prior to loading and running a test program, parameters on the pages in this section must be set
according to the instructions provided. (Only a basic overview is provided here - see section 4.2.1).

CONFIGURATION

Available with
S3T option
only

With LiquiAir
option only

With optional
light sensor
capsule only

Auto Restart: Operation of the Auto restart may be selected by touching this button. Set it to ON (green power symbol)
for auto restart after power failure, or set it to OFF (gray power symbol) to disable operation. Set the Timeout to the
number of minutes desired for allowing the instrument to attempt the restart function

Smart Damper: Operation of the Smart Damper may be selected by touching this button. See section 4.5.1 for detailed

Rack Rotation: Rotation of the rack may be prevented or enabled by touching this button. This feature is included to
accommodate Lux sensor users. Note: This must be set prior to starting a test; any change in this setting during test
operation will be ignored.

Cooling water temp and LiquiAir temp: Allows adjustment of lamp cooling water temperature, and if the optional
LiquiAir unit is present, adjustment of its set point to take on more of the cooling load. Refer to the LiquiAir installation
manual.

Language: Select desire language for touchscreen pages: English, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Spanish,
Korean, Turkish or Polish.

Touch the value box and a drop-down menu appears (as shown). Touch the sensor type that matches
the rack sensor installed. Repeat for each rack sensor. Note that the (C), (M), (A), (B) designators match those stamped
on the specimen rack hub by the sensor connectors and stand for Control, Monitor, Option A and Option B.

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3.7.4 Pretest Setup Pages (cont.) - Manual Controls
Prior to loading and running a test program, parameters on the pages in this section must be set
according to the instructions provided. (Only a basic overview is provided here - see section 4.2.1).

MANUAL CONTROLS

These four buttons allow the user to manually activate key subsystems. This is useful prior

when performing maintenance procedures. To turn on a subsystem, touch the applicable

button and it will indicate ON (green power symbol) when the subsystem is activated. Touch
the button again and it indicates OFF (gray power symbol) and the subsystem shuts off.
Lamp cooling pump: Controls the lamp cooling-water pump. When activated, deionized

RH Spray:
the air and water supply to the nozzle are turned on or off by this manual control button.
Specimen Spray: Controls operation of the spray nozzles that moisten the front of the
specimens.
Rack Spray: Controls operation of the spray nozzles that moisten the back of the specimens.

i NOTE
It is recommended that the spray system(s) be operated under manual control prior to running

and any malfunctioning nozzles can be cleaned or replaced before running the test program.
Perform this check prior to loading the test specimens onto the specimen rack.

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3.7.4 Pretest Setup Pages (cont.) - DAQ or >

DAQ (DATA ACQUISITION)

The DAQ function is to store test data, from the operation of standard test programs or from custom
test programs used with the optional S3T system. When the Download Data button is touched, test
data may be downloaded to a removable memory stick (thumb drive) plugged into a USB port on the
side of the instrument front panel beneath the touchscreen (See Fig. 3-7 in section 3.4).

Data Saving: Data recording On/Off. Touch this button to Enable (Green symbol) or Disable (Gray
symbol) recording of test data.
Sampling Interval: Sets the time period (or delay) between sequential recordings of the test data.
The allowable range is 1 to 1000 seconds.
Decimal Indicator: Allows selection of either a dot or a comma to be used as the decimal point in the

DAQ Data Format: Allows selection of either standard data logging or the more extensive data logging
format that includes PID and Parameter output information.
Available Storage Space: The remaining capacity of the memory device available for data storage.

Ci Instrument Data-Memory Capacity 2) If a data drive

3
Without optional S T operating: is plugged in, the
Approximately 1 G-byte or ~ 500 days. message at right
With optional S3T operating: appears . Touch
Approximately 1 Gigabyte or ~ 40 days. Yes to download
the test data.
1) Automatically (when instrument memory is full),
or when the Download Data button is touched,
3) After data downloading, the message below
the dialogue box at right
appears. Touch Yes to
appears if a removable
delete the data stored
data drive is not found.
in the instrument test-
Plug in a removable data
data memory, or No to
drive to download the
preserve it (but keep
data.
in mind the instrument
data-memory-capacity
limits indicated at left).

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MAINTENANCE

Check maintenance requirements

For critical tests, or those of extended duration, it is advisable to check the maintenance
page to determine if any maintenance procedures may come due during operation of
the test program. Performing such procedures prior to the test will prevent unnecessary
interruptions. This is especially important since most of the procedures affect xenon lamp

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3.7.5 Test Management & Control Pages - Library/Tools
The pages described in this section are used for loading a test program in memory, starting and
controlling a test, and programming a custom test. Additionally, these pages allow easy review of
individual test settings and a means for creating a test template for use during custom test programming.
Detailed, step-by-step procedures for performing these tasks are included in subsequent sections of
this manual. See section 4.5 for Custom Test Programming.
Test Preview and Loading: The Library/Tools page allows access to test previewing, test Loading
and test Editing (custom test creation and editing, discussed later on).

LIBRARY/TOOLS - Test Preview and Loading

Ci3000+F Test List

Does not
apply to
Ci3000+F

u e 00W
n tin 0/50
Co 40
0
/
00
30
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Touch to
view other
phase
settings

Test mode indicator

User Interaction: Preview test program parameters, Load a test

program into memory, Create/Edit a custom test
Function: Test program management and creation
1) Preview: To view the settings of a test program, touch the desired test program name
in the list at the left and the test program settings will appear at the right. If a test
program has more than one phase, touch the buttons to advance through the
phases.

i NOTE
A test cannot be loaded unless the controller is in Reset mode (observe the blue
mode indicator at the lower right of the touchscreen page). Go to the Run/Stop/
Reset page and touch the Reset button (if a test is running, touch the Stop button
and then the Reset button). Then return to this page.
2) Load: To load a test program for subsequent operation, touch the desired test name
and then touch the Load button. The Run/Stop/Reset page appears automatically.

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3.7.5 Test Management & Control Pages - Library/Tools
Test Creation and Editing: The Library/Tools page allows the user to create up to twelve custom
test programs. Using the Template button, a standard test program may be copied to a custom test
location (CustomTest1 through 12) as a starting point for custom test editing. A custom test also may
be created from scratch or blank settings. To minimize the programming required and the number of
test phases, a Subcycle function may be used to repeat identical test program phases or the entire
program.

LIBRARY/TOOLS - Custom Test Editing

Must be set
to at least “1”
to allow full
editing of a
Custom test
program.

Does not apply

to Ci3000+F

Touch
to view
other
phase
settings

Touch Tools button to access: S3 Test mode

indicator
User Interaction: Create and edit custom test programs
Function: Create specialized test programs
Create a custom test program based on a standard test (Template function):
1) Touch the Library/Tools button and the page above appears.
2) In the test list, touch the test program name you wish to copy and it will be highlighted in blue.

3) Touch the Template button and the message “Select a destination test slot and press Template button
again” appears.

location selected.

7) Refer to the next page of this manual for details.

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LIBRARY/TOOLS - Custom Test Editing (cont.)

Not applicable to
Ci3000+F.

Touch to delete
the displayed
Phase.

From the previous page and example, the standard test program SAEJ1960/J2527 was copied as a
template to the CustomTest3 location. Thus that name will appear as the Test Name. When the new
test is renamed and saved, “c3” is added to the name to indicate CustomTest3.
8) Touch the value box under Test Name: and a virtual keyboard appears. Rename the custom test
as desired.
9) The new custom test settings may now be edited. Touch the buttons to gain access to the
other phases of the test program and their settings.
10) While editing, you may delete the displayed phase by touching the Delete button.
Save button to save the new test program settings.

Create a custom test program without using a template:

1) With the controller in reset mode (see Run/Stop/Reset page), touch the name of a custom test
program (CustomTest1 through 12).
2) Touch the Edit button.
3) Touch the value box beside Phases: (at the upper right of the Library/Tools page) and set the
value to at least 1 phase. All the test settings are now available for editing.

Using the Subcycles function to automatically repeat test phases or an entire test program
Please refer to the next page of this manual.

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3.7.5 Test Management & Control Pages (cont.) - Subcycles

The Subcycles function may be used on custom test programs to >

provide repeat loops for program phases or to repeat the entire (Custom test
only)
test program one or more times. Up to three subcycles may be
included in a custom test program.

SUBCYCLES

Touch the arrow

buttons to
advance/return
to the next
Be sure to touch Subcycle.
the Save button (Maximum
Subcycles = 3)
programming
the desired
Touch the Delete
Subcycles.
button to clear
(delete) all of the
test’s subcycle
settings.

Subcycles must be set in conformance with the two rules indicated on the Subcycles setup
menu.
1) Start phase <= Stop phase.
A subcycle Start phase must be a phase number that is lower than or equal to the Stop
phase number of the subcycle. In a three-phase test program, a subcycle may be set to
repeat phase 1, 2 or 3 (with the Start and Stop phases being the same numbers: 1 - 1,
2 - 2 or 3 - 3), or multiple phases may be repeated as a group 1 - 2, 1 - 3, or 2 - 3. Invalid
entries for the Start - Stop phases would be, respectively, 3 - 2, 2 - 1, etc.

NOTE: Rule 2 applies only when more than one subcycle is programmed and is
intended to prevent invalid subcycle overlapping.
2) Stop phase of subcycle N < Start phase of subcycle N+1.
When using multiple subcycles, the Stop phase number of a subcycle must be lower
than the Start phase number of the next subcycle. For a three-phase test program, valid
multiple subcycles would be, Start phase - Stop phase: 1 - 1, 2 - 2, 3 - 3, or 1 - 1, 2 - 3, or
1 - 2, 3 - 3. Invalid entries would be: 1 - 2, 2 - 2 or 1 - 2, 2 - 3, etc.
i NOTE
Be sure to touch the Save button (shown above) after setting up the desired Subcycles.

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3.7.5 Test Management & Control Pages (cont.) - Run/Stop/Reset or

Test Control: This page appears after a test name is touched (highlighted) and the Load button is
touched in the Test List page. Test Duration must be set before a test can be run. (A default setting of
1 test cycle, or the equivalent in kiloJoules or hours, is automatically set by the software.)

RUN/STOP/RESET

1) Test duration: Set this to the total hours, kilojoules (kJ) or number of Cycles to run the test.
2) Scheduled stop: Set this to the desired interval (in hours or radiant exposure) for periodic test stops
to allow specimen changes or lamp recalibration. May be set in hours, kJ or cycles regardless of Test
duration units. Set it to zero to disable Scheduled stop.
3) Active phase: Indicates which phase of the test program is currently running.
4) Phase duration: Total time of the currently running test phase.
5) Next stop in: The time remaining until the next schedule stop occurs.
6) Test timer: The time remaining for the currently running test program.
7) Test dosage: The radiant energy that the specimens have received since the beginning of the test.
8) Phase timer: Indicates remaining time in the currently running test phase.
9) Phase dosage: The radiant energy that the specimens have received during the current test phase.
10) Run: Touch this button to start a test. Mode indicator shows “Running”. Run button changes to Stop.
11) Stop: Touch this button to stop a running test. Mode indicator shows “Stopped”.
12) Reset: Touch this button (after a test is Stopped) to reset the test program to its starting point. Mode
indicator shows “Reset”. The controller must be in the Reset mode to allow test program loading.
13) Advance: Touch this button to advance a running test phase-by-phase. This is useful for service or

14) Save Test: Touch this button to save a test that has been temporarily stopped. This allows loading/
running of the Irradiance Calibration. The saved test may be reloaded and resumed by loading it from
the test list on the Library/Tools page.

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3.7.6 Irradiance Calibration

IRRADIANCE CALIBRATION

Note: The “values @

No sensor” display
automatically in
response to the type

installed in the light

monitor.
Ci5000 only:
Allows user to
NOTE: Values on select irradiance/
this page must be lamp power
entered only once for range for which
calibration is to
be performed.
lamp assembly. If the
lamp assembly is
factory-recalibrated,
or a new lamp
assembly is put into
service, the values
must be updated.

Irradiance Calibration
1) Calibration Lamp Serial #:
used regularly for the irradiance calibration procedure.
2)
3)
4) Calibration Lamp Light Time: This value is automatically indexed each time the irradiance calibration
procedure is performed. It resets to zero when the serial number is altered. (This value should be used

recalibration - every 50 hours recommended.)

5) Calibration Lamp Age: Continually updated by the system clock after a calibration lamp serial number
is recorded on this page. It resets to zero after the lamp serial number is changed and an irradiance
calibration is performed. [This value should be used as a guide to determine when the calibrated

time) recommended.]
6) Light Time Since Last Calibration: This value indexes automatically and is reset to zero just after an
irradiance calibration is performed.
7) Last Calibration Date: This value indexes automatically and is not adjustable.
8) Calibrate button: Install the calibration lamp assembly in the test chamber. Touch this button to start
the Irradiance Calibration test program. The calibration test will automatically stop and then record new
calibration factors into memory. (While the test is running, the button changes to Cancel to allow user
halting of the automated calibration process, if necessary.)

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MAINTENANCE

(Ci5000 Std. Voltage)

Maintenance Page Selections

This page allows you to set the maintenance interval (in hours) for the various procedures listed. The
“Due In” column assists maintenance planning by indicating how much time remains before a procedure
should be performed. Additionally, you may elect to activate a warning for each line item, a message
regarding which will appear on the Monitor page as a reminder when the interval has elapsed and
maintenance is due.
1) To Set Interval: Touch the desired value box in the Interval column and a virtual keypad appears.
Touch in the desired interval value and touch Enter.

i NOTE

2) To set “Due In” Value: This value is manually settable as a means to reinstate the “Due In” values
if the touchscreen is replaced or reprogrammed. Adjustment of the “Due In” values should not
normally be conducted. Prior to servicing the touchscreen, record the “Due In” values on paper.
Reinstate them as follows:

A) Touch the applicable “Due In” value and a virtual keypad appears.
B) Touch in the previously recorded setting. Touch Enter.
3) Warning: Touch the desired checkbox repeatedly to toggle between checked and unchecked. When
a checkmark is displayed, a warning will be provided (in the Monitor page Messages box) when the
“Due In’ value reaches zero.

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DISPLAY ACCESS

Display Access Control Selections

1) Monitor Only: This allows user access only to the Monitor Parameters, Trend Plot and Unit
Info pages of the touchscreen. Touch the button to the left of “Monitor only access” until it
indicates ON (green power symbol) to allow Monitor only access. The Full control access
button will indicate OFF (gray power symbol).
2) Full Control: This allows full user access to all pages of the touchscreen. Touch the button
to the left of “Full control access” until it indicates ON to allow full control access. The
Monitor only access button will indicate OFF.

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3.7.9 Unit Info

UNIT INFO

This page displays instrument model and software version as well as important
operating totals as indicated below. This information is useful for service procedures.
Software version: Current version of controller software installed
Model: Instrument model
Serial number: Serial number of the Atlas instrument
Instrument operating time: Total hours of instrument operation
Instrument dosage: Total kJ/m2 of irradiation produced by the instrument
Instrument Light Time: Total hours of lamp-on operation
Work lamp usage: Total hours on working xenon lamp (Resettable to zero.)
Instrument name: Name of instrument as read by DAQ or lab network (User adjustable.)

Reset Work lamp usage time

1) Touch the value box to the right of “Work lamp usage“ and the selection box shown at right appears.
Touch the OK button to reset the timer to zero. Perform this procedure when a working
lamp is replaced.

Edit Instrument name

1) Touch the value box to the right of “Instrument name“ and a virtual keyboard appears. Touch in the
name desired (15 characters max.) and then touch the Enter key.
Touch the Save button and the message shown at right appears.
Touch the OK button. Shut off the instrument and then restart it
to update its name in memory. NOTE: The name cannot include
control characters, leading or trailing spaces, or any of the following

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3.7.10 Touchscreen Touch Calibration

This procedure describes how to perform the touch sensitivity calibration of the touchscreen.

1) Touch the Setup button and then touch the Touch Calibration button. The page at the upper
left appears.

2) Touch the red square and hold until you see the message “lift off to proceed” (shown above
in upper right page).

3) Repeat step 2 as the red squares appear.

4) The touch calibration is complete.

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3.7.11 Clock Settings

CLOCK SETTINGS

The date and time must be set so that test data will have a correct time stamp.

Touch the Settings button and the Settings menu appears. Touch the Clock settings button and the
page above appears.

Setting the Date

1) Touch the “New date:” parameter box and the drop-down calendar appears.
2) Touch the left/right arrows to select the month.
3) Touch the desired day of the month.
Setting the Time
1) At the right of the “New time:” parameter box, touch the up or down arrow to adjust the
time setting.
When settings are complete, touch the Set Clock button to save the settings.

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EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS - Server Settings

Touch to
access the

set-up page.

email alerts of instrument, test, alarms, maintenance and sample groups status. For Email

email address. User-selectable alerts and notices are provided for the following events:
Test complete: Power failure: After a power failure and auto-restart
Safety chain breach: Shutdown Errors (section 4.6.2)
Scheduled stop - Test: Programmed stop Scheduled maintenance: Service-is-due notices
Scheduled stop - Samples: Sample group stop Active alarm: A Temp. / Irrad. / RH alarm is on

Settings
SMTP Server Settings: Obtain this information from your IT department.
SMTP Server: SMTP server address
SMTP Port: SMTP port number
SSL Enabled?:
set to On (Green symbol on button).
Username: Username / account to send emails FROM
(email is sent from your user account to itself or other acct.)
Password: Password for the username / account
Send To:
Touch to access the

(PC Network Connection: See section 3.4 for instrument Ethernet port.)

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CONFIGURE EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS

To select an option, touch the control button to the right until the power symbol turns green
(Activated). When Off the symbol is gray (Deactivated). NOTE: Maintenance and alarm
and the maintenance alert or alarm is set to
Warning or Shutdown (in the Maintenance page - see previously).

Notify when test completes: Sends an email when the test is complete.

Notify when test reaches a scheduled stop: Sends an email when the test reaches a scheduled
stop.
Notify when sample group reaches a scheduled stop: Sends an email when a sample group
reaches a scheduled stop. (“On Exposure” must be On for the sample group - see next page)
Notify after power failure: Sends an email when a power failure has occurred and the unit has re-

Notify if safety chain is breached: Sends an email when the safety chain has been breached.

Maintenance and Alarm Options

Notify when scheduled maintenance has been reached: Sends an email when maintenance is due.
Notify when alarm goes off: Sends an email when an alarm is triggered. Includes the S3T alarms.

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3.7 Touchscreen Page Description

> >
3.7.13 Sample Management

SAMPLE MANAGEMENT

The Sample Management page allows you to easily track up to 10 groups of test samples
(specimens). The instrument will provide alerts on the touchscreen (pop-up messages) and by

Settings
On Exposure: When a sample group is being exposed in the test chamber, touch the button to
turn the activation symbol On (green). Set to Off (grey) when the sample group is not being
exposed (is removed for evaluation or at end of exposure). Off mode prevents advancing of the
timer or exposure counter for that sample group.
# of Samples:
Sample Group name: Name of the sample group for reference. Default is Group_#
where # is 0-9. User can edit the group name only when the instrument is in RESET mode.
Stop Interval (hours, dosage or cycles): The periodic time or exposure amount between stops.
Next Stop in: Remaining time or exposure amount until the next stop.
Elapsed Exposure: Total time or exposure amount that a sample group has received.
Units: Time unit or exposure unit of the Stop Interval (hours, dosage or cycles)
Delete Group button: Resets the sample-group settings to their defaults (removes a group).

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QUICK-GUIDE TO TOUCHSCREEN PROCEDURES

Preliminary Setup & 4.3.2 Monitoring a Test - Monitor & Trend Plot
Touchscreen Pages
Considerations
4.3.3 Stopping a Test - Run/Stop/Reset Page
4.1 Instrument Startup -
operation and performing a test 4.3.4 Restarting a Stopped Test - Run/Stop/
Reset Page
Settings
that affect all tests / instrument operation 4.3.5 Terminating a Stopped Test - Run/Stop/
Reset Page
Alarms and Timeout
4.4.1 Previewing a Test - Library/Tools Page -
Rack temperature safety
Test program list and display of test phase
Smart Damper settings
Auto Restart (for power failure)
4.4.2 Performing Irradiance Calibration
Rack rotation (on or off) During a Scheduled Stop-
Beep (touchscreen audio feedback) Saving/ Restoring a stopped test
S3T activate (temp. measurement option) Running Irradiance Calibration
Cooling water temp. (lamp water temp.) 4.4.3 Advancing a Test - Stepping through
LiquiAir temp. (optional lamp- water cooling)
Language (touchscreen language choice) set points/events, or to skip phases
Rack Sensors (Std. and optional in use) 4.4.4 Saving a Test in Progress to Run
Clock (Time & Date setting) Another Test - Allows irradiance
calibration or running of another test
4.2.3 Settings - Manual Controls - Manual
control of selected subsystems (sprays Custom Test Programming

4.5 Custom Test Setup - Test Programming

running a test. Overview
4.2.4 Irradiance Calibration Page Setup - 4.5.1 Test Programming Procedure - Process
Inputting calibration reference lamp I.D. for creating a custom test program
Subcycle Repeats - For repeating
at startup and whenever a new or test phases or an entire test program
recalibrated reference lamp is placed into
service.)
4.6.1 Power Failure Response
4.2.5 Data Acquisition - Control Settings
Understanding how the instrument
Alerts by Email
responds to a power failure and Auto
Test Program Usage, Control & Monitoring Restart setup options

4.6.2 Responding to Error Messages

4.3.1 Loading / Running a Standard Test -
Test Loading Listing of error messages and
Starting a Test recommended operator response
Scheduling Stops During a Test
(for specimen changes or periodic
irradiance calibration)
Sample Management (of Sample Groups)

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4.0 OPERATION 4) Wait a few minutes to allow the instrument to

use, or use after the instrument has not been

This section explains how to start the Atlas in operation, open the lower instrument doors
instrument, run a standard test, create a stop and panels and check the water lines for leaks.
schedule for a test, and program a custom
test. Once these steps have been mastered, replacing the air with water.
the operator can rely on the prompts in the
touchscreen to manipulate test programs. Refer 5) Set the system clock per the instructions in
to section 3.6 to review the description of the section 3.7.11 Clock Settings.
parameter input techniques.

4.1 Instrument Startup

Before applying power to the instrument, complete

the setup, connection, and lamp installation
procedures. When the setup procedures are

Power at the wall disconnect switch is off.

The red power switch is off (O).
The working xenon lamp assembly is installed.
Air, DI and tap water supplies are on.
Instrument air pressure regulator is set to
448 kPa (65 psi). 4.2 Preliminary Settings

(Data Acquisition System) data downloading. Before running a test, ensure that the settings in

or in conformance with requirements of the test

1) Turn on power at the wall switch
method to be conducted.
2) Turn the instrument Power switch On (I).
4.2.1 Settings - Alarms Setup

1) On the touchscreen, touch the Settings button

The Home page will appear after touchscreen
and then touch the Alarms button. The page below
initialization, as shown below.
appears.

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4.0 OPERATION Warning or Shutdown response will be initiated.

It is set as an additive amount below and above
4.2.1 Settings - Alarms Setup (cont.)
the test set point. For example, if the chamber
2) Set the parameters according to the instructions temperature set point is 65°C and you wish to
below. have a warning or shutdown if the temperature
goes more than 5°C out of tolerance (i.e., less
than 60.0 or greater than 70°C ), set the alarm
tolerance to 5.0.

Rack temperature alarm: Set this in the same

manner as the Chamber temperature alarm.

Relative humidity alarm: This is the maximum

relative humidity set point tolerance allowed
during operation. If the humidity level exceeds
this tolerance due to a malfunction, a Warning or
Shutdown response will be initiated. It is set as
an additive amount below and above the test set
point. For example, if the relative humidity for the
test is 50% and you wish to have the test stopped
Enabling an Alarm: Enable if the relative humidity level rises to more than 60%
an alarm by selecting Warning or falls below 40%, set the alarm tolerance to 10.0.
or Shutdown in the Response
drop-down menu box. When set Water Resistivity Alarm: This feature allows the
to Warning, the triggered alarm provides only a software to provide a pop-up Warning or Shutdown
warning message in the Monitor page “Message:” message that will appear as “LOW DI WATER
box. When set to Shutdown, the triggered alarm
will cause the test program to be stopped and the Mohms, determines at what resistivity the Warning
instrument to enter cooling mode. Set an alarm to or Shutdown will activate.
Disabled to disable it.
Rack temperature safety: This is the maximum
To Adjust an Alarm Tolerance: Touch its value allowed rack panel (BPT or BST) temperature.
box and a keypad appears. Touch in the desired When activated, it initiates cooling mode and sets
value, then touch the Enter button. the running test to “Stopped.” The recommended
setting is 20°C above your test maximum BPT, or
Irradiance alarm: This is the maximum irradiance it may be left at the default of 120°C. This safety
set point tolerance allowed during operation. If the has a 60 second delay to prevent false tripping.
irradiance level exceeds this tolerance due to a
malfunction, a Warning or Shutdown response will Timeout:
be initiated. It is set as an additive amount below parameter must be continuously out of tolerance
and above the test set point. For example, if the before the alarm activates. This setting applies to
test irradiance set point is 0.55 W/m2 and you wish all the alarms. Determine this setting with respect
to have a warning or a shutdown if the irradiance to specimen sensitivities and set point-variation
level goes more than 0.10 W/m2 out of tolerance guidelines indicated in the applicable test method.
(i.e., less than 0.45 or greater than 0.65 W/m2),
set the alarm tolerance to 0.10.

Chamber temperature alarm: This is the maximum

chamber temperature set point tolerance allowed
during operation. If the chamber temperature
exceeds this tolerance due to a malfunction, a

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4.0 OPERATION instrument performance limits, and/or due to

extreme ambient conditions in the lab. When
SmartDamper™ is off, the damper responds
continuously to chamber conditions and allows
1) On the touchscreen, touch the Settings button varying amounts of air intake and exhaust, thus
and then touch the button. The the heater operates at a lower output level. When
page below appears. SmartDamper™ is on, automatic damper position
fixing is permitted and Chamber temperature
control is provided by heater duty-cycle control.
Under certain lab ambient conditions, turning off
SmartDamper™ may improve performance of
certain test programs.

SmartDamper™ use and position-fixing are

automatically disabled under these conditions:

1) During Dark cycles

2) During spray cycles with lamp on
3) When refrigeration option is On

To enable or disable the SmartDamper™, touch

2) Set the parameters according to the instructions the button beside SmartDamper™ until it indicates
below. ON (green power symbol), or OFF (gray power
symbol).
Auto Restart: This determines how the instrument
responds to a power failure. With Auto Restart Rack Rotation: The specimen rack motor may
enabled, the instrument will automatically resume be turned off for specialized irradiance monitors
operation from where the test program stopped (LUX) or unusual tests not requiring rack rotation.
[unless the power was off longer than the Restart
Time Limit (which is the max. period specimen To enable or disable rack motor operation, touch
the button beside Rack rotation until it indicates
With Auto Restart disabled, the instrument will ON (green power symbol), or OFF (gray power
enter Stopped mode upon power resumption and symbol).
“Stopped” will be displayed in the touchscreen
mode indicator to alert the operator. The operator S3T activate: Applies to the optional S3T specimen
must then manually resume the test. Set the temperature measurement option. Set to ON
Timeout to the number of minutes desired for (green power symbol) to activate the optional
allowing the instrument to attempt the restart system. (This setting is grayed out if the S3T option
function after power is reapplied. is not present.)

To enable or disable Auto Restart, touch the button Cooling Water Temp:
beside Auto restart until it indicates ON (green set point for the lamp cooling water. The standard
power symbol), or OFF (gray power symbol). setting is 55°C, but it may be adjusted slightly
with respect to tap water temperature and in
To adjust Auto restart Timeout, touch its parameter conjunction with the LiquiAir Temp setting (when
box and a keypad appears. Touch in the desired a LiquiAir water cooling unit is present).
value (min) and then touch the Enter button.
To adjust the Cooling Water Temp, touch the value
SmartDamper™: Atlas recommends leaving box and a keypad appears. Touch in the desired
the SmartDamper™ on unless the instrument setting and then touch the Enter button.
cannot achieve desired conditions near the

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4.0 OPERATION 4.2.3 Settings - Manual Controls Setup

1) On the touchscreen, touch the Settings button

and then touch the Manual controls button. The
page below appears.

LiquiAir Temp: This setting, like the Cooling Water

the optional LiquiAir™. Adjusting LiquiAir™ Temp

lower will cause the LiquiAir™ to take on a larger
Manual Operation: These four buttons allow
portion of the water cooling (resulting in less tap
manual activation of the indicated subsystems.
water usage).

To adjust the LiquiAir Temp, touch the value box

pump operation. Activate a subsystem by touching
and a keypad appears. Touch in the desired setting
the applicable button until it indicates ON (green
and then touch the Enter button.
power symbol), or OFF (gray power symbol). Refer
to section 3.7.4 Pretest Setup Pages - Manual
Language: Select desired language for all the
Controls for additional information.
touchscreen pages: English, French, German,
Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Turkish or
Polish. i NOTE
Depending on the frequency of sprays usage, it is
Rack sensors (sensor types): Observe the advisable to check operation of the sprays prior to
specimen rack hub and determine the temperature a test requiring one or both. This allows checking
sensor types connected to the hub sockets of the output patterns and nozzle cleaning or
1 (C - Control), 2 (M - Monitor), 3 (Option A) and replacement, if required.
4 (Option B - Ci5000). (NOTE: If a an optional
socket 2, 3 or 4 is not present or has no sensor
attached, select the setting None.)

To select a Rack sensor type, touch the white

box for the sensor and a drop-
down list appears. Touch the
sensor type matching the installed
sensor. Repeat for each sensor
connected. Restart the instrument to allow new
settings to take effect!

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4.0 OPERATION Calibration Lamp Age: This is continually updated

by the system clock after a calibration lamp serial
4.2.4 Irradiance Calibration Page Setup
number is entered on this page. It resets to zero
when the lamp serial number is changed.
Fill in the settings of the Irradiance Calibration
page as described below. Light Time Since Last Calibration: This value
indexes automatically and is reset to zero just after
1) On the touchscreen, touch the Setup button and an irradiance calibration is performed.
then touch the Irradiance Calibration button. The
Last Calibration Date: This value indexes
page below appears.
automatically and is not adjustable.
Calibrate button: After removing the working
xenon lamp assembly and installing the calibration
lamp assembly in the test chamber, touch the
Calibrate button to start the Irradiance Calibration
test program. It will automatically stop and then
record new calibration factors into memory. (While
the test is running, the button changes to Cancel
to allow manual halting, if necessary.)

4.2.5 Data Acquisition

Refer to section 3.7.4 Pretest Setup Pages - DAQ

for instructions on downloading test data to a
removable drive (memory stick or thumb drive).
i NOTE
The values on this page need to be entered Additional Notes on DAQ Operation

assembly. If a the lamp assembly is 1) When the instrument downloads test data to the
factory-recalibrated, or a new lamp removable drive, the subdirectory “System Log”
assembly is put into service, the values is created on the removable drive, into which the
must be updated to agree with the lamp

2) If the “System Log” subdirectory is already

Lamp serial number: Touch the value box and
present on the removable drive, its contents will
a virtual keyboard appears. Touch in the serial

to be used regularly for the irradiance calibration

3) If the removable drive becomes full during the
procedure. Touch Enter.
data download, the download will stop and any
Touch the value remaining data will not be copied. Always ensure
box and a virtual keypad appears. Touch in the the removable drive has adequate free storage
Enter space of approximately 1 Gb.
to save the value.
4) Data files are automatically named in this
Calibration Lamp Light Time: This value is
format: TestName + date + time.
automatically indexed each time the irradiance
calibration procedure is performed. It resets to
zero when the serial number is changed at lamp
replacement.
If you wish to have the instrument notify you by
email about instrument status, alarms and mainten-
ance, refer to section .

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4.3 Basic Operation

4.3.1 Loading / Running a Standard Test

1) The instrument must be in Reset mode to load

and run a test. “Reset” should appear at the lower
right of the page in the blue mode indicator. If
“Running” or “Stopped” appears, touch the Run/
Stop/Reset button and the page below appears.

the desired value and then touch the Enter button.

4) Touch the second value box to the right of

Test duration and select the desired units: kJ/m²
(kilojoules), Cycles or Hours.

5) If you require scheduled stops during test

operation to allow lamp or specimen changing, set
the “Schedule stop” feature as described below.

6) Ensure that the working xenon lamp assembly

2) Touch the Reset button. “Reset” appears at the is properly installed in the test chamber and that
lower right in the mode indicator. the air and water supplies are on. Load your test
specimens on the specimen rack, or you may run
3) Touch the Library/Tools button and the page this test without specimens to gain familiarity with
below appears with the test programs list. the operating procedures.

7) Touch the Run button in the Run/Stop/Reset

page to start the test.
The lamp cooling system water pump

lamp assembly purging any air bubbles.

lamp ignites and the test begins.

8) While the test is running the Run/Stop/Reset
page will appear allowing you to halt the test by
touching the Stop button, if so desired.

Scheduling Stops During a Test

Scheduled stops can be set to halt a test for

ISO 105 B02 for Ci3000+F). Touch that test name
specimen addition/removal or to allow the
to highlight it and then touch the Load button. The
irradiance calibration to be performed. Scheduled
Run/Stop/Reset page appears automatically.
stops occur automatically at the time interval
selected for “Scheduled stop.” A stopped test
Test
duration and a virtual keypad appears. Touch in

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button.
4.3.1 Loading / Running a Std. Test (cont.)
resumes only when the operator touches the Run 5) To resume test operation after a scheduled stop
button in the Run/Stop/ Reset page. Note: Set takes place, touch the Run button in the Run/Stop/
“Scheduled stop” to zero (0) if you wish to disable Reset page.
this feature.
4.3.2 Monitoring a Test
i NOTE
When a test is stopped, a 2-minute To monitor test conditions while a test program is
cooling cycle starts, cooling the xenon running, touch the Monitor button and the page
lamp and test chamber. Do not open the below appears.
chamber door until the cycle is complete.

DANGER! HOT SURFACE!

Elevated test temperatures will heat the
inside of the test chamber door. Use
caution when opening the door. Also be
careful when handling specimens which
may also be hot to the touch.

Manage Sample Groups

You may track up to 10 sample groups , with differing
stops, using the Sample Management feature.
Refer to section 3.7.13 Sample Management.

1) Touch the Run/Stop/Reset button and the page To view additional operating parameters, touch
below appears. the Monitor button at the lower right of the page
above and the page below appears.

2) The controller must be in Reset mode to allow

parameter adjustment. If it is not, stop the test (if
CAUTION! FALSE READINGS
running) and then touch the Reset button.
False water resistivity readings may
3) Touch the parameter box to the right of result due to spray and humidifier
“Scheduled stop” and a virtual keypad appears. nonuse. Run one of these systems
Touch in the desired stop interval value and then for 5 minutes periodically or when the
touch the Enter Button. Set the units as desired accuracy of the resistivity reading is in
to Hours, Cycles or kJ (kilojoules).

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4.3.2 Monitoring a Test (cont.)

View Test Data in a Trend Plot Format

To view test parameters in graphical format, touch
the Trend Plot button on either of the Monitor
pages (shown previously) and the page below
appears.

If a message is known to be false, or has been

resolved by corrective action, touch it to highlight
it and then touch the Clear message button to
delete it from the list.

4.3.3 Stopping a Test

To stop a test that is currently running, touch the

Run/Stop/Reset button. Touch the Stop button
and the word “Stopped” will appear in the lower
right mode indicator, as shown below.
System operating variables are displayed in
multicolored trend plot graphical lines, with
variations in amplitude plotted with respect to
elapsed time.
1) Display Variables: Touch the desired parameter
names to check mark them for display.

2) Advance Display Window: In the upper, expanded

plot display, touch the desired location in the trend plot
and the red zoom box jumps to that location, which is
now displayed in the larger plot window.
3) Zoom: Touch the (magnifier) buttons to
magnify or reduce the view of the trend plot display.

4) S3T Trend Plot: Touch the S3T Trend Plot button

to display the trend plot page for the S3T system.
(Note: The optional S3T system must be installed
and activated.) 4.3.4 Restarting a Stopped Test

i NOTE To resume a stopped test (“Stopped” appears at

Trend plot data is lost if a power failure the lower right of screen) touch the Run button in
occurs. the Run/Stop/Reset page. The test resumes from
where it was stopped.
View Messages in Detail
4.3.5 Terminating a Stopped Test
You may view warning or shutdown messages
displayed during a test by touching the Messages If you wish to terminate a stopped test, touch
button on the Monitor Parameters page. The the Reset button in the Run/Stop/Reset page. A
Messages page (at the upper right) appears.
sure you want to reset the test. Click the OK

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During a Scheduled Stop
4.3.5 Terminating a Stopped Test (cont.)
During a scheduled stop, perform an irradiance
button to perform the reset. calibration by following the steps below.
This erases memory of
the test status and resets
i NOTE
the test program to its Xenocal users, refer to the Xenocal
beginning. manual for the calibration procedure.
1) Touch the Run/Stop/Reset button and the page
4.4 Intermediate Operation below appears.

After becoming familiar with loading and running

a test, refer to this section for instructions on how
to preview a test and how to perform an irradiance
calibration during a scheduled stop in a test.

4.4.1 Previewing a Test

The programming unit of a test is a Phase (or

segment). Industry standard tests are composed
of the number of phases required to conduct the
test method. Custom tests 1 through 12 may be
divided into as many as 210 phases (Note: the
total phase pool is 210 to be divided among all 12
custom tests). To view the conditions and events
taking place during the phases of a test, perform 2) Touch the Save Test button and the stopped
the steps below: test will be saved in temporary memory in the last
list position (Saved Test) in the Library/Tools page.
1) Touch Library/Tools button and the page below
appears. 3) Touch the Reset button.

4) Remove the working lamp assembly from the

test chamber. Install the calibration lamp assembly.

5) Ci5000 Only: By touching the indicator button,

select Sun 1 or Sun 2 as the irradiance calibration
range. If you are operating the instrument only in

2) Touch the desired test name and the test

parameters are instantly shown to the right of the
test programs listing.

3) For a test having more than one phase, touch

the (arrow) buttons to advance the display
to the next phase of the test program.

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4.4.2 Performing Irradiance Calibration While a test is running, you may advance it through
During a Scheduled Stop (cont.)
the programming of phase events in a custom test.
the lower, 1-Sun range, select Sun 1. If you are Both standard and custom tests may be advanced,
operating the instrument only in the upper, 2-Sun but only in Running mode.
range, select Sun 2. Note: If you will be running
test programs that have irradiance levels in both i NOTE
ranges, you must perform the Irradiance Calibration
You must be aware of the test phase
twice: once at the Sun 1 range and then at the Sun
structure to be certain you are advancing
2 range. Additionally, if the Irradiance Calibration
to the correct phase. The “Active phase”
has not been performed for an irradiance operating
indicator shows the current phase that
level used in a test program, the test will stop for a
is running.
lack of an irradiance calibration in that irradiance
range. 1) Touch Run/Stop/Reset. The page below
appears
6) Touch the Calibrate button and the page
below appears. (The calibration lamp assembly
information must be present, see section 4.2.4
Irradiance Calibration Page Setup.)

2) Touch the Advance button to advance the

test one phase forward.

appears asking if you are

7) The program will stop automatically, after 26 sure you want to advance
minutes, and update the calibration values. the test. Click the OK
button to perform the Advance. Touch the Advance
button again to advance another phase forward,
then remove the calibrated lamp assembly from etc. The “Active phase” indicator shows the
the test chamber and reinstall the working xenon currently running phase of the test program.
lamp assembly.
4.4.4 Saving a Test in Progress to Run
9) In the Library/Tools page, highlight the Saved Another Test
Test name (at the bottom of the list). Touch the
Load button. The Run/Stop/Reset page will You may stop a running test, save it, then load and
appear. Touch the Run button to resume test run another test or irradiance calibration and then
program operation from where it was previously restore operation of the previous test from the point
saved. at which it was saved. To do so, follow the steps
below. (To perform periodic irradiance calibrations
during an extended-length test program, refer to

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4.4.4 Saving a Test in Progress to Run
Another Test (cont.)

section 4.4.2 Performing Irradiance Calibration

During a Scheduled Stop.)

1) Touch the Run/Stop/Reset button and the page

below appears.

6) Touch the desired test name to highlight it and

then touch the Load button. The Run/Stop/Reset
page appears automatically.

box to the right of Test Duration and a virtual

keypad appears. Touch in the desired duration
value, then touch the Enter Button.

8) Touch the second parameter box to the right

2) Touch the Stop button and the control buttons of Test Duration until the desired duration units
change to those shown below. appear: kJ (kilojoules), Cycles or Hours.

9) Remove or replace test samples on the rack

installed on the xenon lamp assembly.

10) Touch the Run button in the Run/Stop/Reset

page to start the test.

11) While the test runs the Run/Stop/Reset page

will appear allowing you to halt the test by touching
the Stop button, if so desired.

Reloading the Saved Test

12) Allow the test to time out and stop, or bring

3) Touch the Save Test button up the Run/Stop/Reset page and touch the Stop
and the stopped test is saved button to halt the test.
in temporary memory [in the
13) Remove/replace test samples on the rack as
last test position (Saved Test)
in the Library/Tools page]. Click
for the test to be restored (resumed) from memory.
OK to acknowledge the “Test is
saved” message. 14) In the Library/Tools page, highlight the “Saved
Test” name (at the bottom of the list). Touch the
4) Touch the Reset button. Load button. The Run/Stop/Reset page appears.
5) Touch the Library/Tools button and the page 15) Touch the Run button to resume test program
at the upper right appears. operation from where it was previously saved.

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4.0 OPERATION 4.5.1 Test Programming Procedure

4.5 Custom Test Setup 1) Custom test programming may be performed

while another test is running, stopped or in reset
Test Programming Overview mode.
To create a custom test, parameters must be set i NOTE
in up to 5 different touchscreen pages. Use the
If a standard test (in the Library/Tools page
worksheet in Appendix A as a guide. The following test list) is very similar to a custom test
parameters must be set to program a custom test that you wish to program, you may use the
Template function to copy that standard
test to one of the CustomTest locations.
Settings for the entire test This may save you some time in the
• Custom Test Name Library/Tools Page program-ming procedure. See section 4.5.2
• Irradiance control (via Lamp power or at one of Copying a Test - Template Function. Then
return to step 2 below.
• Rack sensor type (BPT, BST, WPT or WST)
• Temperature control (None, Rack, Chamber or both) 2) Touch Library/Tools button and the page
• Refrigeration (On or Off; for optional test below appears.
chamber refrigeration system, if present)

• Subcycle Repeats Library/Tools > Subcycles Page

(allows phase repeats, or loops, within test program)

Run/Stop/Reset Page
• Duration and units: Time (hours)
or Irradiation (kJ/m2) or number of test Cycles
• Scheduled stops (optional - for lamp
recalibration or specimen changes)

Settings for each test phase

• Irradiance level (in W/m2) Library/Tools Page

• Phase duration (in Minutes or kJ/m2)

• Chamber temperature set point
• Relative humidity set point
• BPT set point 3) Scroll down in the list to the left and touch
• Specimen spray operation (On or Off) the CustomTest name (CustomTest1 through
• Rack spray operation (On or Off) CustomTest12) you wish to program and it
becomes highlighted.
Alarms & Setup Options
• Irradiance Alarm and Tolerance Settings > Alarms Page
• Chamber Temp. Alarm and Tolerance
• Rack Temp. Alarm and Tolerance
• Relative Humidity Alarm and Tolerance
• Rack Temperature Safety (Max. rack sensor temp.)
• Timeout (delay) for all Alarms

• SmartDamper™ (on or off)

• Auto restart (power failure restart)
• Rack rotation (on or off)
• Cooling water temp. / Optional LiquiA ir temp.
• Rack sensors (in use for test)

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4.0 OPERATION 10) Phases: A test may have up to 210 phases.

Note: 210 phases total are available for all 12 of
4.5.1 Test Programming Procedure (cont.) the custom tests. Thus each test programmed will
reduce the available total by its number of phases.
4) Touch the Edit button and the page displays Touch the “Phases:” box and a virtual keypad
“Test Name:” and the settings boxes change from a appears. Touch in the desired number of phases
grayed-out to a white background to allow editing. for the test and then touch the Enter button.

11) Refrigeration: When set to On, the damper is

If Refrigeration is set to Off, the damper allows

outside air intake. Off is the default setting.

Set this to On if your instrument includes the

optional chamber refrigeration system and you
wish it to be active during the test. Set it to Off if
this option is not present or not to be used.

Touch the Refrigeration button until it displays

the desired setting.
i NOTE
The “Phases:” value at upper right of the 12) Irradiance (or Lamp kW): Set this to the
page above must be set to at least “1” to irradiance or lamp power (kW - kilowatts) level
allow full editing of a Custom test program.
and a virtual keypad appears. Touch in the desired
5) Test Name: Touch the “Test Name:” box and a setting and then touch the Enter button. Note:
keyboard appears to allow you to rename the test. Set this value to zero for a dark phase (lamp off).

6) Touch in the desired test name and then touch 13) Phase duration: Set this to the
the Enter button. duration specified by the test method.
Touch the value box and a virtual keypad appears.
7) Irradiance control: Set this to the type of Touch in the desired setting, touch Enter. Touch
the units box to the right to select mins (minutes)
test method. Touch the value box or kJ/m2 (kilojoules per square meter).
and a drop-down list appears. Touch
14) Chamber temperature: Set this to the
value box.
Touch the value box and a virtual keypad appears.
8) Rack sensor Type: Set this to the rack Touch in the desired setting and then touch the
Enter button.
method. Touch the value box and
a drop-down list appears. Touch i NOTE
If Chamber temperature was not selected as
value box. Temperature control in step 9, this value will
be grayed out and nonadjustable.
9) Temperature control: Set this to
15) Relative humidity: Set this to the relative
test method. Touch the value box
and a drop-down list appears. Touch the desired the value box and a keypad appears. Touch in the
desired setting and then touch the Enter button.

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4.0 OPERATION Subcycles (for Phase or Test Cycle Repeats)

4.5.1 Test Programming Procedure (cont.) 22) The Subcycles function may be used on
custom test programs to provide repeat loops
16) BPT: Set this to the rack panel temperature for program phases or to repeat the entire test
program one or more times. Up to three subcycles
and a virtual keypad appears. Touch in the desired may be included in a custom test program.
setting and then touch the Enter button.
Touch the arrow
i NOTE buttons to advance/
return to the next
If BPT was not selected as Temperature
Subcycle. (Maximum
control in step 9, this value will be grayed Subcycles = 3)
out and nonadjustable.

17) Sprays: (Rack Spray and Specimen Spray

are not applicable to the Ci3000+F.) Set the spray
Touch the Delete
button to delete
method. Touch the applicable spray button(s) until all the Subcycle
the desired setting (On - green power symbol, or settings.
Off - gray power symbol) appears on the button(s). Be sure to touch
the Save button

programming the
desired Subcycles.

Subcycles must be set in conformance with

the two rules indicated on the Subcycles setup
menu.

1) Start phase <= Stop phase.

A subcycle Start phase must be a phase
number that is lower than or equal to the
Stop phase number of the subcycle. In a
three-phase test program, a subcycle may
18) All Phase 1 settings are now complete. To be set to repeat phase 1, 2 or 3 (with the
advance to the Phase 2 display (if applicable), Start and Stop phases being the same
touch only the Right arrow button ( ) beside numbers: 1 - 1, 2 - 2 or 3 - 3), or multiple
the “Phase: 1” indicator near the bottom right of phases may be repeated as a group 1 - 2,
the page. 1 - 3, or 2 - 3.

19) Set up the additional phases of your test by 2) Stop phase of subcycle N < Start phase
repeating steps 7 through 17 above. of subcycle N+1.
When using multiple subcycles, the Stop
phase number of a subcycle must be
phase in your custom test, touch the Save button lower than the Start phase number of
to save the test and its settings. the next subcycle. For a three-phase test
program, valid multiple subcycles would
21) If you wish to program subcycles to provide be, Start phase - Stop phase: 1 - 1, 2 - 2,
phase or test program repeats, continue with step 3 - 3, or 1 - 1, 2 - 3, or 1 - 2, 3 - 3.
22, otherwise skip to step 29.

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4.0 OPERATION 30) The new test is now loaded into memory and
will be ready for operation after you have set the
4.5.1 Test Programming Procedure (cont.) test duration parameter as well as the instrument
Settings and Calibration Lamp information as
23) Touch the “Start phase” value box and a virtual described below.

phase to be repeated and then touch the Enter WARNING!

button. Do not attempt to run the test or
instrument and specimen damage may
24) Touch the “Stop phase” value box and a virtual
keypad appears. Touch in the number of the last instrument operational settings and
phase to be repeated and then touch the Enter options to ensure your test runs properly.
button. Continue with the following steps.
i NOTE
If you wish to repeat only one phase, the Setting Test Duration and Scheduled Stops
“Start phase” and the “Stop phase” numbers
must be the same.
duration” and a virtual keypad appears. Touch
25) Touch the “Repeat” value box and a virtual in the desired duration value and then touch the
keypad appears. Touch in the number of repeats Enter button.
desired and then touch the Enter button.
32) Touch the second value box to the right of “Test
26) To program additional subcycles, touch the duration” and then touch the desired duration units:
right arrow button to advance to Subcycle 2. kJ (kilojoules), Cycles or Hours.

27) Program the subcycle settings by repeating 33) If the test requires scheduled stops to allow
steps 22 through 26. lamp or specimen changing, set the “Scheduled
stop” feature as described in section 4.3.1. Note:
28) Touch the Save button to save the Subcycle Set “Scheduled stop” to zero to disable this
settings to the custom test program. feature.

29) In the Library/Tools page, touch the name of Additional Settings

the custom test just programmed (if it isn’t already
highlighted) then touch the Load button. The 34) Refer back to the four sections listed below
Run/Stop/Reset page appears automatically, as to adjust settings that affect all tests. The settings
shown below. allow you to adjust the listed features which you
may wish to set differently than for standard tests.

4.2.1 Settings page - Alarms

• Alarms / Tolerances for Operating Variables
• Alarm Timeout (for all Alarms)

• SmartDamper (on or off)

• Auto Restart (power failure restart)
• Rack rotation
• Optional S3T system operation
• (Lamp) Cooling water temp. / LiquiAir temp.
• Rack temperature sensors in use

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4.0 OPERATION 4.5.2 Copying a Test - Template Function

4.5.1 Test Programming Procedure (cont.) The Template function copies a test program to a
custom test location or “slot” to help save time in
4.2.3 Settings page - Manual Controls
the custom-test programming procedure. Use this
feature when a standard or custom test is similar
4.2.4 Irradiance Calibration Page Setup to the new test you wish to create.
• Calibration Lamp info (if other calibration lamp
is to be used during custom test operation) 1) Touch the Library/Tools button and the page
below appears.
35) If test data is to be recorded, review the
DAQ system use procedures in section 4.7 Data
Acquisition Setup.

36) Load the specimen rack with specimens.

Starting the Test

37) Touch the Run/Stop/Reset button and the

page below appears.

2) In the test list, touch the test program name

you wish to copy and it will be highlighted in blue.

3) Touch the Template button and the message

“Select a destination test slot and press Template
button again” appears.

4) Touch the message OK button and then touch

5) Touch the Template button again and the

stop” (if applicable) parameters are correct. appears.

39) Touch the Run button to start the test. 6) Touch the message OK button and the
previously blue-highlighted test is copied to the
40) Perform the desired test monitoring and control
procedures as described in the sections below.
4.3.2 Monitoring a Test
4.3.3 Stopping a Test
4.3.4 Restarting a Stopped Test
4.3.5 Terminating a Stopped Test
4.4.2 Performing Irradiance Calibration
During a Scheduled Stop
4.4.4 Saving a Test in Progress to Run
Another Test

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4.0 OPERATION If Auto restart is not enabled (button power

symbol is gray) the touchscreen Home page
4.6 Troubleshooting will appear when the instrument is manually
restarted after a power outage, as shown below.
4.6.1 Power Failure Response

To manually resume the test, touch the Run/Stop/

Reset button. The mode indicator at the lower right
If Auto restart is enabled (button power symbol is
will indicate “Stopped” as shown below. Touch the
green - as shown above), the Monitor Parameters
Run button to resume test program operation.
page will appear after power returns following an
outage, as shown below.

i NOTE
The instrument will resume the test program (from
When there is a power failure a pop-up
where it left off) of the test in progress before the message window will be displayed after the
power outage; unless the time period of the outage power is restored.
exceeded the Restart Timeout setting.

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4.0 OPERATION
4.6.2 Shutdown Error Messages CS-7 CS-7 Chamber Chamber
24V Flow High High Door
These messages (shown as pop-up messages and DC Switch Temp. Temp. Switch
recorded on the Monitor Parameters 1 Messages page) K1
accompany a shutdown of the instrument. Perform the Safety
Relay
Corrective Action indicated. Note the components in the SAFETY CHAIN
Safety Chain, activation of any one of which causes a
Air Xenon
shutdown. Heater Lamp

Table 4-1: Shut Down Error Messages

Shut Down Messages & Cause Corrective Actions
E1 NO WATER FLOW TO LAMP Check:
1) Demineralizer Filter - change if dirty or expired

3) Check cooling system pump and fuses - if not

operating, call Atlas Technical Services.
E2 LAMP WATER TOO HOT Check:
>65°C. Safety switch on CS-7 has tripped (safety chain).
Requires manual (button) reset.

4) Cooling pump
5) Cooling water temp./LiquiAir temp. control setting
E3 CHAMBER DOOR IS OPEN Close test chamber door
Part of safety chain. 1) Check door switch and adjustment of position
2) If message appears with door closed, call Atlas
Technical Services.
E4 CHAMBER THERMOSTAT TRIPPED Reset Chamber Over-temp. Switch
>100°C. Safety switch on chamber exterior has tripped (Section 3.2, Component 9 - Press Red reset button.)
(safety chain). Requires manual (button) reset. 1) Check blower operation/air outlet for obstruction
2) Check Rack temp. safety setting (Alarms page)
3) Check chamber temp. sensor
4) Check damper operation
E5 FLOW SWITCH DOES NOT AGREE Check:
WITH PUMP STATE 1) Flow switch integrity

4) Cooling pump operation

Check the lamp age, power, mounting & connections:
E6 LAMP FAILED TO IGNITE
Four ignition attempts failed. 1) Lamp lead securely connected to lamp

3) Lamp/Ignitor circuit breaker on

4) Install a new xenon lamp. If new lamp will not
ignite, call Atlas Technical Services.

E7 LAMP TURNED OFF UNEXPECTEDLY Check the lamp per above. Also:
Irradiance and lamp wattage declined to zero during a 1) Check lamp for damage/failure.
light cycle. 2) Check related fuses
3) Check other components in safety chain.

E8 DAMPER TIMED OUT DURING MOVE Check:

Timeout elapsed without limit switch activation. 1) Damper motor fuse
2) Check damper plate for binding and obstructions
3) Shaft coupling integrity (tight set screws)
4) Call Atlas Technical Services for advice.

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4.6.3 Warning Messages
These appear as pop-up messages and are recorded on the Monitor Parameters 1 Messages page. While they
do not cause instrument shutdown, they indicate that a problem is occurring that requires immediate attention.
Table 4-2: Warning Messages
Warning Messages & Cause Corrective Actions
M1 Check for:
1) D.I. water supply is turned on
2) Reservoir tank/line leakage

4) Proper xenon lamp installation in test chamber

6) Malfunctioning reservoir level switch

M2 Level switch error in CS-7 Open reservoir lid and examine switches
State of reservoir level switches is erroneous. 1) Check for loose switch mounting (rotated switch)

4) Contact Atlas Technical Services for advice

M3 Low D.I. water resistivity Check D.I. water supply integrity
Resistivity is below 0.5 MOhms.

M4 Blower motor error Turn instrument off. Turn off AC power. Wait 60 seconds.
TRIP output from Lenze unit detected. Reapply power and turn on machine to reset blower controller.
If blower is still inoperative, contact Atlas Technical Services for
advice.

4.6.4 Maintenance Messages

These messages (shown as pop-up messages and recorded on the Monitor Parameters 1 - Messages page)
do not cause instrument shutdown. They are user selectable and will only pop-up if selected.
Table 4-3: Maintenance Messages
Messages Corrective Actions
M5 Calibration lamp due for recalibration. (1-sun) Send lamp to Atlas for recalibration.
M6 Calibration lamp due for recalibration. (2-sun) Send lamp to Atlas for recalibration.
M7 Irradiance calibration due. (1-sun) Perform irradiance calibration procedure.
M8 Irradiance calibration due. (2-sun) Perform irradiance calibration procedure.
M9 Burner socket replacement due Replace burner socket.
M10
M11
M12 Lantern glass replacement due
M13
M14
M15
M16 Replace demineralizer cartridge.
M17
M18 Oil-trap service due Drain and clean air pressure regulator oil trap (Sec. 6.2.8).
M19 Irradiance exceeds set point tolerance.
M20 Chamber temp. exceeds set point tolerance Check CHT sensor. Contact Atlas Service.
M21 Rack temp. exceeds set point tolerance Check BPT/BST sensor. Contact Atlas Service.
M22 Relative humidity exceeds set point tolerance Check RH sensor. Contact Atlas Service.
M23 Maximum rack temperature exceeded Contact Atlas Service.
M24 Power failure. Auto restart timed out. Contact Atlas Service.
M25 Power failure. Auto restart successful. Continue operation.

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4.6.5 Pop-up Warning Messages
These messages (shown as pop-up messages on the touchscreen but not
recorded) indicate that some condition is preventing normal operation of the
instrument. They are usually self-explanatory. Example Pop-up Message

Table 4-4: Pop-up Warning Messages

Warning Messages & Cause Corrective Actions
Unable to run desired test. Please Check that the correct light capsule is installed in the light
check Light Capsule... monitor housing.
On Monitor Parameters page. This message Perform irradiance calibration.
will also include the type of light capsule.

Unable to run desired test. Please Perform irradiance calibration.

check Light Capsule...not Calibrated.
On Monitor Parameters page. This message
will also include the type of light capsule.
Unable to run desired test. Please Turn the instrument off. Wait 60 secs.
check blower motor controller. Reapply power. If blower is still inoperative, contact
On Monitor Parameters page. Trip output from Atlas technical services for advice.
Lenze blower controller not being reset.
Unable to run desired test. Please enter Set the Test duration to the total hours, kilojoules or
number of cycles desired.
On Monitor Parameters page.
Unable to run desired test. Please Check that the power transducer is working properly.
check power transducer module.
On Monitor Parameters page.
Unable to run desired test. Please Check that correct type of sensor is installed on the rack.
check rack temperature sensor type. Go to Unit Setting >More and select the correct tempera-
On Monitor Parameters page. The type of ture sensor.
sensor needed to run the test is not being
selected or installed. Reboot the instrument.

Unable to run desired test. Please Go to Main or Monitor and check the Chamber tempera-
check chamber temperature sensor ture value. If the value is negative of extremely large
On Monitor Parameters page. contact Atlas technical service to replace the sensor.

Unable to run desired test. Please Go to Monitor Parameters page and check the water tem-
check lamp water temperature sensor perature value. If the value is negative or extremely large
On Monitor Parameters page. contact Atlas technical service to replace the sensor.

Power Calibration failed. Repeat power calibration. If the message is displayed

Displayed after power calibrated is done. again contact Atlas technical service for advice.
Irradiance Calibration failed. Make sure lamp power is calibrated.
Displayed after irradiance calibration is done. Repeat irradiance calibration. If the message is displayed
again contact Atlas technical service for advice.
Problem accessing memory card. Use another card.
Please verify card is functioning and If the problem persists contact Atlas technical service.
seated properly in socket.

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4.0 OPERATION Typically, you will set the INTERVAL for each
maintenance procedure equal to the value
4.7 Touchscreen Access Control recommended in 9.1 Maintenance Schedule.
You may set access so that either all touchscreen And then set the desired line items to provide a
pages are available, or only those necessary for warning when a procedure is due to be performed.
monitoring a test in operation. As an alternative, you may set the INTERVAL
values to 8 or 24 hours less than the recommended
1) Touch the Settings button and then touch the interval, and then activate selected WARNINGS.
Display access button. The page below appears. This will cause a warning to be provided 8 or 24
hours before the procedure is actually due, thus
ensuring timeliness.

To adjust Maintenance Intervals and Warnings:

1) Touch the Setup button and then touch the

Maintenance button. The page below appears.

1) Monitor Only: This allows user access

only to the Monitor Parameters,
Trend Plot and Unit Info pages of the
touchscreen. Touch the button to the
left of “Monitor only access” until it
indicates ON (green power symbol) to
allow Monitor only access. The Full
control access button will indicate 2) INTERVAL (hrs): Touch the desired value box in
OFF (gray power symbol). the Interval column and a virtual keypad appears.
Touch in the desired interval value and touch the
2) Full Control: This allows full user Enter button.
access to all pages of the touchscreen.
Touch the button to the left of “Full
3) DUE IN (hrs): Adjust this value in the same
control access” until it indicates ON to
manner as INTERVAL but touch the desired “DUE
allow full control access. The Monitor
IN” value.
only access button will indicate OFF.
4.8 Maintenance Warnings 4) WARNING: Touch the checkbox repeatedly to
toggle between checkmarked (selected) and not
The Maintenance page allows you to set the checkmarked (deselected). When a WARNING is
maintenance INTERVAL (in hours) for the checkmarked, a warning will be provided (in the
various procedures. The DUE IN column assists Monitor Parameters page Messages box) when
maintenance planning by indicating the time the DUE IN value reaches zero.
remaining before a procedure must be performed.
You may also elect to activate a warning for
each line item, which will cause the message
“Maintenance overdue. See Maintenance page”
to appear on the Monitor Parameters page in the
Messages box when DUE IN is zero.

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5.0 CALIBRATION i NOTE

Xenon working lamp assembly operating
CAUTION! hours and Instrument Operation hours
O per at ors may perform on l y th e are shown on the Unit Info page of the
Irradiance Calibration, the Temperature touchscreen. The date of the most recent
Circuit Checks and the Touchscreen irradiance calibration is shown on the
Calibration. All other calibrations must be Irradiance Calibration page.

technician. i NOTE
When performing both the wattage
5.1 Preliminary Considerations and irradiance calibrations, conduct
5.1.1 Recommended Calibration Schedule accurate wattage during the irradiance
The instruments have 8 subsystems, listed below, calibration.
that require regular calibration or adjustment. The
procedures must be performed according to the i NOTE
schedule to ensure optimal instrument operation.
The xenon reference lamp to be used
Table 5-1: Calibration/Adjustment Schedule during the irradiance calibration must
be the same lamp (i.e., have the same
Calibrate Check/ series number) as used in the preced-
Control System [ Adjust ] Verify ing power (wattage) calibration.
Black Sensor Temp. 6 months 3 months
Chamber Temperature 6 months 3 months Irradiance Calibration Note
Relative Humidity 6 months Perform the irradiance calibration at the interval
Wattage Transducer 6 months
Water Resistivity Mon. 6 months method currently being performed.
Irradiance 200 hours* 200 hours*
Damper Motor [12 months] 5.1.3 Temperature Circuit Check Overview
Rack motor (speed) [12 months] A temperature circuit check procedure (not
*Default interval in software. This is commonly increased to as a calibration) is performed to verify that the
temperature sensing circuits are operating within
allowable tolerances. This involves connecting a
5.1.2 Irradiance Calibration Overview check resistor in place of a temperature sensor
and viewing the temperature reading on the
The irradiance calibration is an automated
procedure that determines a new irradiance tolerance range, and if it is not, calibration is
calibration factor by running a special test with required.
the xenon reference lamp assembly installed.
i NOTE
irradiance levels at specific wattage levels
Applicable systems should also undergo
appropriate to the instrument model. During the
recalibration whenever a subsystem
calibration the instrument automatically adjusts
sensor element or controller is replaced.
(recalibrates) its irradiance monitoring system to
This also applies to any element in
the known irradiance/wattage values. Because this
the light sensing path (i.e., light rod,
is an automated procedure requiring no special
interference filter, beam splitter or
equipment, the operator may perform it. This
photodiode). Replacement of such items
procedure is presented in section 5.2.2
will alter the previous calibration factors
or settings.

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5.0 CALIBRATION 2) Remove all of the sample holders from the rack.

5.2 Irradiance Calibration 3) Manually rotate the rack until the black sensor
is behind the light rod.
5.2.1 Initial Considerations
4) Remove the working xenon lamp assembly from
the chamber.
Prior to performing the irradiance calibration, 5) Install the calibrated xenon reference lamp
assembly. Note its serial number for later
be entered into the Irradiance Calibration page comparison to the touchscreen information.
of the touchscreen (see section 4.2.3).
6) Apply AC power. Turn on the red Power switch.

7) In the touchscreen Run/Stop/Reset page, touch

the Reset button if the instrument is not in Reset
mode (as indicated at lower right of page).

8) Confirm in the touchscreen Irradiance

Calibration page that the calibration lamp serial
number and irradiance values match the values

9) If the serial number is not set in the Irradiance

Calibration page, or if a new reference lamp
assembly is being put into use, update the
Irradiance Calibration page info (section 4.2.3).
The information includes:
Calibration Lamp Serial Number 10) Ci5000 Only: By touching the indicator button,
select Sun 1 or Sun 2 as the irradiance calibration
range. If you are operating the instrument only
i NOTE in the lower, 1-Sun range, select Sun 1. If you
Enter the above information only once for are operating the instrument only in the upper,
the calibration reference lamp assembly 2-Sun range, select Sun 2. Note: If you will be
in use. New data must be entered running test programs that have irradiance levels
only if the reference lamp assembly is in both ranges, you must perform the Irradiance
Calibration twice: once at the Sun 1 range and
change), or if a new reference lamp then at the Sun 2 range. Before performing the
assembly is placed into service.
three-minute cooling cycle which initiates after the
5.2.2 Irradiance Calibration Procedure 1-Sun calibration procedure is complete.

i NOTE 11) Touch the Calibrate button to start the test.

Before calibrating, the chamber and the
lamp assembly must be warm and dry. If The Irradiance Calibration test consists of
the instrument has not been operating, 2 minutes of dark followed by 12 minutes
run the initial segment of a test, such as of light at high wattage followed by 12
SAE J1885, to warm the chamber and minutes of light at low wattage. During the
evaporate lamp assembly condensation. last two minutes of each phase, irradiance
readings are measured and averaged and
1) Turn off all power to the instrument. a calibration factor is calculated. The new
factors are automatically recorded.

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5.0 CALIBRATION 3) In the test chamber, disconnect the Black

Sensor cable from the rack-hub socket (unscrew
5.2.2 Irradiance Calibration Proced. (cont.) the knurled ring). Install the provided low-temp.
check resistor (marked 0°C), as shown in Figure
5-1.
two minutes, shut off all power to the instrument.

13) Remove the xenon reference lamp assembly

and reinstall the working xenon lamp assembly.

14) Apply power to the instrument.

15) If selected in the Maintenance page (section Figure 5-1 Check Resistor Connection
4.9) a reminder message will appear on the
touchscreen Main and Run/Stop/Reset pages
when the next irradiance calibration is required 4) On the touchscreen, observe the Black panel
(monthly, or after the custom interval value you
value marked on the check resistor.

5.3 Temperature Circuit Checks Example: For a resistor marked 0°C, the allowable
reading is -1 to 1°C. If the reading is within
This section describes how to perform the tolerance, the electrical system is operating
circuit checks for the Rack, Chamber and CS-7 properly; continue with step 5 below. If the
temperature sensors. A circuit check allows reading is out of tolerance, perform the calibration
connection of a precision resistor (in place of procedure.

temperature measuring circuit is operating 5) Unplug the check resistor from the rack-hub
accurately within allowable tolerance. socket and connect the high-temp. check resistor
(marked 104°C).
5.3.1 Rack Temperature Sensor
6) Repeat step 4 substituting the values of the
Circuit Check Procedure high-temp. check resistor.

1) Apply power to the instrument. 7) Repeat steps 3 – 5 above for each additional
rack sensor socket present on the rack hub.
2) Touch the Monitor button and the page below
appears.

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5.0 CALIBRATION If the reading is within tolerance, the elec-trical

system is operating properly; continue with step
5.3.2 Chamber Temperature Sensor 8 below. If the reading is out of tolerance, conduct
the calibration procedure.
Circuit Check Procedure
8) Shut off power to the instrument.
1) Shut off power to the instrument.
9) Unplug the low-temp. check resistor from the
2) Open the electronics cabinet door. transmitter board and plug in the high-temp. check
resistor (marked 104°C).
3) Disconnect (unplug) the Chamber Temperature
RTD lead from the transmitter board (Fig. 5-2). 10) Repeat steps 4 – 7 substituting the values of
the high-temp. check resistor.

11) Reconnect the Chamber Temperature RTD to

the transmitter board.

5.3.3 Lamp Water Temperature Sensor

Check resistor Circuit Check Procedure

connected to pigtail.

1) Shut off power to the instrument.

Figure 5-2 Chamber Temperature Transmitter
4) Plug the low-temp. check resistor (marked 0°C) 2) Open the front, lower-right access door.
into the pigtail provided (Fig. 5-2.) Plug the pigtail
into the RTD socket just vacated on the transmitter 3) Disconnect (unplug) the Water Temperature
board. RTD lead from the transmitter board (Fig. 5-3).

5) Apply power to the instrument.

6) Touch the Monitor button and the page below

appears.

Figure 5-3 CS-7 Temperature Sensor Transmitter

4) Plug the check resistor (marked 0°C) into the

pigtail provided (Fig. 5-4.) Plug the pigtail into the

Figure 5-4 Check Resistor Pigtail Lead

RTD socket just vacated on the transmitter board.

7) Observe the Chamber temperature reading. The 5) Apply power to the instrument.

on the check resistor. Example: For a resistor

marked 0°C, the allowable reading is -1 to 1°C.

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5.0 CALIBRATION 5.3.4 Touchscreen Touch Calibration

5.3.3 Lamp Water Temp. Sensor (cont.) This procedure describes how to perform the touch
sensitivity calibration of the touchscreen.
Circuit Check Procedure (cont.)
1) Touch the Setup button and then touch the
6) Touch the Monitor button and the page at the Touch Calibration button. The page below
left appears. Touch the Monitor button at the lower appears.
right of the page and the page below appears.

2) Touch the red square and hold until you see

7) Observe the Water temperature reading. The the message “lift off to proceed” (as shown in the
page below).
on the check resistor.

Example: For a resistor marked 0°C, the allowable

reading is -1 to 1°C. If the reading is within
tolerance, the electrical system is operating
properly; continue with step 8 below. If the
reading is out of tolerance, conduct the calibration
procedure on the next page.

8) Shut off power to the instrument.

9) Unplug the low-temp. check resistor from the

transmitter board and plug in the high-temp. check
resistor (marked 104°C).

10) Repeat steps 6 – 7 substituting the values of 3) Repeat step 2 as the red squares appear.
the high-temp. check resistor.
4) The touch calibration is complete.
11) Reconnect the CS-7 RTD to the transmitter
board. Close the access door.

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6.0 MAINTENANCE 6.2 Maintenance Procedures

Note that maintenance procedures are differen- 6.2.1 Lamp Outer Filter Cleaning
tiated in the listing of 6.2 between operator and
Water deposits or oil from human hands can inhibit
4.8 Maintenance Warnings to set up automatic
touchscreen maintenance-due warnings .
swab and optical cleaning solution to wipe the
6.1 Maintenance Schedule glass.
Atlas recommends cleaning, inspecting, and
6.2.2 Light Rod End Cleaning
replacing components at the instrument operating
intervals (not lamp operating hours) indicated
Light emitted from the xenon lamp assembly travels
below.
down a quartz tube, or light rod, and into the light
Maintenance Task Interval (hours) sensor. The end of the light rod faces the xenon
Clean As required lamp assembly and is surrounded by a protective
metal cone. This exposed end can collect water
deposits that inhibit light transmission, resulting in
Clean light rod end (inside cone) Prior to incorrect irradiance readings. To clean the exposed
Irradiance Cal. end of the rod, moisten a clean cotton cloth with

Replace xenon lamp burner socket 2000

CAUTION! INSTRUMENT DAMAGE
Polish black/white panel sensor As required
Replace black/white panel sensor 12 months Do not use steel wool to clean the
(Or replace panel sensor when its coating instrument interior or it will encourage
rust. Use only stainless steel wool.
Replace xenon lamp 2000 Also, do not use chlorinated solvents.
(Or replace lamp sooner if irradiance/ Use stainless steel polish or similar
temperature set point cannot be achieved.) products.
Inspect lamp water gasket 2000
(Or inspect at each lamp removal.)
6.2.3 Test Chamber Cleaning
Replace 2000 The test chamber interior and specimen rack are
(Drain and clean DI water tank prior to
replacing the demineralizer cartridge.)
constructed of stainless steel. Water deposits
will eventually collect on these surfaces after
Clean test chamber surfaces 2000 extended use. Clean the chamber walls and the
rack regularly with stainless steel polish or Lime-
Clean air regulator oil trap 6 months
Brite™ pads, emery paper, or stainless steel wool.
Inspect 6 months
After the test chamber rack are cleaned, wipe all
surfaces with a clean, moistened cotton to remove
Clean As required any cleaning product residue.

6.2.4 Black/White Panel Sensor Polishing

Check specimen spray and rack Prior to use
for proper output in a test
These sensors have a specially painted surface
which is vulnerable to deposits. Clean the sensors
*Or as required by the test method. with a mild nondetergent soap solution and then
polish them with a quality automotive wax.

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6.0 MAINTENANCE back into the instrument with the hatched side
facing left and the mesh facing right. There is an
6.2.5 Xenon Lamp Replacement
guide you.
The xenon lamp inside the xenon lamp assembly
6.2.8 Air Regulator Oil Trap Cleaning
discolored (which can alter the spectral output

irradiance or temperature of a test cannot be a sediment bowl, or trap, that prevents oil from
achieved.
The bowl must be drained regularly to prevent
Check the condition and appearance of the xenon oil from backing up into the air line and possibly
lamp on a regular basis. If you notice that the glass contaminating specimens in the test chamber.
tube has white, dark or hazy internal discolorations,
replace the xenon lamp. Additionally, during lamp 2
operation, if the irradiance and/or temperature 1
Regulator Knob
[due to high lamp power or high infrared (I.R.) lamp
output], replace the xenon lamp. As a common 2 Knob Locking Ring
rule based on experience, Atlas recommends (push down) or if
not present, lift knob
that the lamp be used no longer than 2000 hours.
to unlock.
Consideration should also be given, if applicable, 3
to the recommendations of any test standards 3 Sediment Bowl
which may specify lamp replacement at shorter 4 Valve Stem
or longer periods of time. (insert wire to drain)
4

To replace the xenon lamp, remove it from the 6-1 Air Pressure Regulator Oil Trap

2.4.4. Install a rubber gasket on the base of the 1) Turn off the compressed air supply to the
replacement lamp if one is not present. Clean instrument.
the glass tube of the new lamp with alcohol or a
suitable optical cleaner and then reassemble it into 2) Place an open container beneath the air
the lamp assembly. pressure regulator.

6.2.6 Lamp Water Gasket Inspection 3) Insert a wire into the valve nipple and push the
valve upward until all the oil drains into the pan.
The xenon lamp assembly has three rubber Wipe away any oil with a clean cloth.
gaskets. There is also a rubber gasket inside
4) Turn on the compressed air supply.
which the lamp is mounted. During lamp removal
and disassembly, inspect the gaskets for cuts or 5) Adjust the air pressure regulator to 448 kPa (65
creases. Replace any worn or damaged gaskets psi). This may be set more accurately by making
as necessary.

6.2.7 Air Filter Cleaning

WARNING
Open the front upper right panel and slide the air
This procedure is to be conducted only
or similar device to blow pressurized air through
Its execution involves potential risks

injury or damage to the instrument.

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6.0 MAINTENANCE
6.2.9 Lamp Socket Inspection

i NOTE
Replace the lamp socket when the xenon
lamp is replaced to ensure optimal
electrical contact.

The smaller end of xenon lamp is an electrode.

The socket, which surrounds the electrode, may
corrode or lose its spring pressure over time.
When the lamp is disassembled inspect the socket
for signs of corrosion and the lamp electrode for
discoloration. Replace the socket if any evidence
of corrosion or discoloration is found. Corrosion
can lead to poor electrical contact which may Figure 6-2 Xenon Lamp Socket
overheat the lamp and damage it permanently.
To inspect or replace the socket, follow the 8) Twist the installation tool inside the burner
steps below. Use the specialized installation tool socket. If the burner socket does not turn, you have
(P/N 20233100) available from Atlas for this
procedure. turns, repeat steps 6 through 8.

1) Disassemble the xenon lamp assembly on a 9) Reassemble the xenon lamp assembly.

2) Unscrew the acorn nut from the lamp socket

threads by turning it counterclockwise with a nut
driver. Refer to Figure 6-3 on the next page.

3) Loosen the lamp socket by inserting a standard

blade screwdriver into the slot above the socket
threads and turning it clockwise.

4) Insert the installation tool into the lamp socket.

Unscrew the socket from the lamp housing by
turning it counterclockwise. Discard the old socket.

5) Insert the installation tool into a new lamp

socket. Gently guide the socket into the lamp
housing and screw it into place.

6) Insert a standard screwdriver into the socket

head and tighten the socket by turning it
counterclockwise.

7) Install the acorn nut onto the lamp socket

the lamp socket is not unscrewing.

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Figure 6-3 Lamp Burner Socket Installation

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6.0 MAINTENANCE 9) Turn on the safety disconnect switch and the

red instrument Power switch.

Replacement

1) Turn off (O) the red instrument power switch supply when the reservoir is full.
and the safety disconnect switch.
i NOTE
2) Open the front, lower access doors and locate The xenon lamp won’t ignite until the
cooling water reservoir is full.
10) Load and run a test program that begins in a
light cycle, such as SAE J-1885. After the lamp
has ignited, allow the water to circulate for at least
Demineralizer
Filter Housing
Slide Rail
Locking Bolt (2) 11) Stop the test program and shut off all power
to the instrument.

12) Repeat steps 7 through 10 to ensure the

Reservoir Drain Valve

13) Slide the reservoir lid back into place and
Figure 6-4 Lamp Water Demineralizer Filter Housing replace the lid screws. Slide the lamp cooling
3) Loosen the locking bolts on the cooling system system back until it locks into place. Tighten the
slide rails and slide the assembly forward out of rail locking bolts to prevent vibration noise. Close
the instrument for easy access. the access door.

housing using the plastic wrench provided.

housing O-ring and replace if necessary.

in place.

i NOTE

medium. Conduct this procedure by

performing steps 7-10.

7) Open the reservoir drain valve shown above.

8) Allow the reservoir to drain completely. When

the reservoir is empty, turn the drain valve back
to its original closed (horizontal) position.

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Appendix A: Test Program Information

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Ci3000+F TEST PROGRAM SETTINGS

PARAMETERS ISO 105-B02 AATCC-16 ISO 105-B06 JASO
IRR-CAL
(6.1a) Xenon-3 (Cond. 3) M346
Total Number of Phases 1 1 1 1 3
Duration Units (Time/Irradiance) Time Irradiance Time Time Time
Controlling Black Sensor
(BPT/BST) BPT BPT BST BPT BPT

(Yes/No) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Irradiance Filter
(340, 420, or 300-400 nm) 300-400 nm 420 nm 420 nm 300-400 nm Wattage
Is Chamber (DB) Temperature
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Light Cycle Settings:

Irradiance/Wattage:
340 or 420 nm Filter 1.10 W/m² 1.20 W/m²
300-400 nm Filter 42 W/m² 100 W/m²
Wattage 2.2/4.0 kW
Black Panel Temperature 47°C 63°C 100°C 89°C 38°C
Chamber (DB) Temperature 32°C 43°C 65°C 58°C 38°C
Relative Humidity 40% 30% 30% 50% 5%

Dark Cycle Settings:

Chamber (DB) Temperature
Relative Humidity

Phase 1
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light Light Light Light Dark
Duration (minutes/Joules) 1440 minutes 21280 Joules 1440 minutes 1440 minutes 2 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off Off Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off Off Off

Phase 2
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 12 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Phase 3
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 12 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Recommended)
Calibration
Inner Quartz Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S.
Lamp

CIRA on Soda
Lime + Filter Calibration
Outer Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime
Lantern Lamp
glass

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Traditional)
Calibration
Inner Quartz Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S.
Lamp

CIRA on Soda
Lime + Filter Calibration
Outer Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime
Lantern Lamp
glass

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Ci3000+W / Ci4000 / Ci5000Std. TEST PROGRAM SETTINGS

TEST PROGRAM NUMBER AND NAME
PARAMETERS SAE SAE AATCC-16 ISO 105-B06 JASO ISO 4892-2 ASTM G155
J2412/J1885 J2527/J1960 Xenon-3 (Cond. 3) M346 (B5) (Cycle 1)
Total Number of Phases 2 4 1 1 1 1 2
Duration Units (Time/Irradiance) Irradiance Irradiance Irradiance Time Time Time Time
Controlling Black Sensor
(BPT/BST) BPT BPT BPT BST BPT BST BPT

(Yes/No) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Irradiance Filter
(340, 420, or 300-400 nm) 340 nm 340 nm 420 nm 420 nm 300-400 nm 300-400 nm 340 nm
Is Chamber (DB) Temperature
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Light Cycle Settings:

Irradiance/Wattage:
340 or 420 nm Filter 0.55 W/m² 0.55 W/m² 1.10 W/m² 1.20 W/m² 0.35 W/m²
300-400 nm Filter 100 W/m² 50 W/m²
Wattage
Black Panel Temperature 89°C 70°C 63°C 100°C 89°C 65°C 63°C
Chamber (DB) Temperature 62°C 47°C 43°C 65°C 58°C 38°C 42°C
Relative Humidity 50% 50% 30% 30% 50% 50% 50%

Dark Cycle Settings:

Chamber (DB) Temperature 38°C 38°C
Relative Humidity 95% 95%

Phase 1
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light Dark Light Light Light Light Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 7520 Joules 60 minutes 21280 Joules 1440 minutes 1440 minutes 1440 minutes 102 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off On Off Off Off Off Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off On Off Off Off Off Off

Phase 2
Cycle (Light/Dark) Dark Light Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 60 minutes 1320 Joules 18 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off Off On
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off

Phase 3
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 660 Joules
Specimen Spray (On/Off) On
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Phase 4
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 1980 Joules
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Xenon Lamp Filter (Recommended)

Quartz
(Extended
Inner Quartz UV) Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S. Right Light
Boro. S.
(Daylight)

Outer Boro. S. Boro. S. Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime Quartz

Xenon Lamp Filter (Traditional)

Quartz
(Extended
Inner Quartz UV) Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S.
Boro. S.
(Daylight)

Outer Boro. S. Boro. S. Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime Boro. S.

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TEST PROGRAM NUMBER AND NAME
PARAMETERS ISO 16474-2/ ISO 105-B02 ISO GM GMW3414 Ford FLTM
ASTM D7869 IRR-CAL
11341(1) (6.1a) 105-B04 (Cycle A) * B0 116-01 **
Total Number of Phases 10 3 2 1 2 2 2
Duration Units (Time/Irradiance) Time Time Time Time Time Time Irradiance
Controlling Black Sensor
(BPT/BST) BPT BPT BST BPT BPT BST BPT

(Yes/No) Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Irradiance Filter
(340, 420, or 300-400 nm) 340 nm Wattage 300-400 nm 300-400 nm 300-400 nm 420 nm 420 nm
Is Chamber (DB) Temperature
Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Light Cycle Settings:

Irradiance/Wattage: Ci3k+W: 2.2/4 kW
340 or 420 nm Filter (Refer to Ci4k: 3/6 kW 2.20 W/m² 1.06 W/m²
300-400 nm Filter Exposure Ci5k 1SUN: 5/6 kW 60 W/m² 42 W/m² 42 W/m²
Wattage Cycle Table Ci5k 2SUN: 9/12 kW
Black Panel Temperature for segment 65°C 47°C 57°C 105°C 89°C
Chamber (DB) Temperature settings, 38°C 32°C 38°C 65°C 62°C
Relative Humidity Page 104) 5% 50% 40% 30% 25% 50%

(Refer to
Dark Cycle Settings: Exposure 38°C 38°C
Chamber (DB) Temperature Cycle Table 5% 95% 95%
Relative Humidity for segment
settings)

Phase 1 (Refer to
Cycle (Light/Dark) Exposure Dark Light Light Light Light Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) Cycle Table 2 minutes 102 minutes 1440 minutes 1 minutes 228 minutes 14500.8 J
Specimen Spray (On/Off) for segment Off Off Off On Off Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) settings) Off Off Off Off Off Off

Phase 2
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light Light Light Dark Dark
Duration (minutes/Joules) 12 minutes 18 minutes 29 minutes 60 minutes 60 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off On Off Off Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off Off Off

Phase 3
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 12 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Recommended)
Calibration
Inner Right Light Right Light Quartz Right Light Right Light Quartz
Lamp

Boro. S. +
CIRA on Soda
Quartz + Filter Filter
Calibration Lime + Filter
Outer Quartz Quartz Quartz Lantern
Lamp Lantern w/
glass w/335nm

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Traditional)
Calibration
Inner Boro. S. Quartz Right Light Right Light Quartz
Lamp

Boro. S. +
CIRA on Soda
Quartz + Filter Filter
Calibration Lime + Filter
Outer Boro. S. Quartz Lantern
Lamp Lantern w/
glass w/335nm

The following parameters are not pre-programmed and must be programmed by the customer:

Restart (Auto/Manual) Manual, Cutout Delay (Std/Longer) Standard | Refrigeration (On/Off) Off

Restart (Auto/Manual) Manual, Cutout Delay (Std/Longer) Standard | Refrigeration (On/Off) Off

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TEST PROGRAM NUMBER AND NAME
PARAMETERS SAE SAE AATCC-16 ISO 105-B06 ISO 4892-2 ASTM G155
ASTM D7869
J2412/J1885 J2527/J1960 Xenon-3 (Cond. 3) (B5) (Cycle 1)
Total Number of Phases 2 4 1 1 1 2 10
Duration Units (Time/Irradiance) Irradiance Irradiance Irradiance Time Time Time Time
Controlling Black Sensor
(BPT/BST) BPT BPT BPT BST BST BPT BPT

(Yes/No) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Irradiance Filter
(340, 420, or 300-400 nm) 340 nm 340 nm 420 nm 420 nm 300-400 nm 340 nm 340 nm
Is Chamber (DB) Temperature
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Light Cycle Settings:

Irradiance/Wattage: (See
340 or 420 nm Filter 0.55 W/m² 0.55 W/m² 1.10 W/m² 1.20 W/m² 0.35 W/m² Exposure
300-400 nm Filter 50 W/m² Cycle Table
for segment
Wattage
settings,
Black Panel Temperature 89°C 70°C 63°C 100°C 65°C 63°C
Page 104)
Chamber (DB) Temperature 62°C 47°C 43°C 65°C 38°C 42°C
Relative Humidity 50% 50% 30% 30% 50% 50%

(See
Dark Cycle Settings: 38°C 38°C Exposure
Chamber (DB) Temperature 95% 95% Cycle Table
Relative Humidity for segment
settings)

Phase 1 (See
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light Dark Light Light Light Light Exposure
Duration (minutes/Joules) 7520 Joules 60 minutes 21280 Joules 1440 minutes 1440 minutes 102 minutes Cycle Table
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off On Off Off Off Off for segment
settings)
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off On Off Off Off Off

Phase 2
Cycle (Light/Dark) Dark Light Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 60 minutes 1320 Joules 18 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off Off On
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off

Phase 3
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 660 Joules
Specimen Spray (On/Off) On
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Phase 4
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 1980 Joules
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Recommended)
Quartz
(Extended
Inner Quartz UV) Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S. Right Light Right Light
Boro. S.
(Daylight)
Outer Boro. S. Boro. S. Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime Quartz Quartz

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Traditional)
Quartz
(Extended
Inner Quartz UV) Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S. Boro. S.
Boro. S.
(Daylight)
Outer Boro. S. Boro. S. Soda Lime Soda Lime Soda Lime Boro. S.

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Ci5000 Low Voltage TEST PROGRAM SETTINGS

TEST PROGRAM NUMBER AND NAME
PARAMETERS ISO 16474-2/ ISO 105-B02 ISO Ford FLTM
IRR-CAL
11341 (1) (6.1a) 105-B04
Total Number of Phases 3 2 1 2 2
Duration Units (Time/Irradiance) Time Time Time Time Time
Controlling Black Sensor
(BPT/BST) BPT BST BPT BPT BPT

(Yes/No) No Yes Yes Yes Yes

Irradiance Filter
(340, 420, or 300-400 nm) Wattage 300-400 nm 300-400 nm 300-400 nm 420 nm
Is Chamber (DB) Temperature
No Yes Yes Yes Yes

Light Cycle Settings:

Irradiance/Wattage:
340 or 420 nm Filter 1.06 W/m²
300-400 nm Filter 5/6 kW 60 W/m² 42 W/m² 42 W/m²
Wattage
Black Panel Temperature 65°C 47°C 57°C 89°C
Chamber (DB) Temperature 38°C 32°C 38°C 62°C
Relative Humidity 5% 50% 40% 30% 50%

Dark Cycle Settings:

Chamber (DB) Temperature 38°C
Relative Humidity 5% 95%

Phase 1
Cycle (Light/Dark) Dark Light Light Light Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 2 minutes 102 minutes 1440 minutes 1 minutes 14500.8 Joules
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off On Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off Off Off

Phase 2
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light Light Light Dark
Duration (minutes/Joules) 12 minutes 18 minutes 29 minutes 60 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off On Off Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off Off Off Off

Phase 3
Cycle (Light/Dark) Light
Duration (minutes/Joules) 12 minutes
Specimen Spray (On/Off) Off
Rack Spray (On/Off) Off

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Recommended)
Calibration
Inner Right Light Quartz Right Light Quartz
Lamp

CIRA on Soda
Boro. S. + Filter
Calibration Lime + Filter
Outer Quartz Quartz Lantern w/335nm
Lamp
glass

Xenon Lamp Filter

(Traditional)
Calibration
Inner Boro. S. Quartz Right Light Quartz
Lamp

CIRA on Soda
Boro. S. + Filter
Calibration Lime + Filter
Outer Boro. S. Quartz Lantern w/335nm
Lamp
glass
The following parameters are not pre-programmed and must be programmed by the customer:

Restart (Auto/Manual) Manual, Cutout Delay (Std/Longer) Standard | Refrigeration (On/Off) Off

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ASTM D7869 Exposure Cycle Table

Specimen Irradiance Set Black Panel Chamber Air Relative
Cycle Duration Rack Spray
Phase Spray PointA Temperature Temperature Humidity Set
(Light/Dark) (minutes) (On/Off)
(On/Off) at 340nm (W/m²) Set PointA Set PointA PointA
1 Dark 240 On Off --- --- 40°C 95%
2 Light 30 Off Off 0.40 W/m² 50°C 42°C 50%
3 Light 270 Off Off 0.80 W/m² 70°C 50°C 50%
4 Light 30 Off Off 0.40 W/m² 50°C 42°C 50%
5 Dark 150 On Off --- --- 40°C 95%
6 Dark 30 On Off --- --- 40°C 95%
7 Light 20 Off Off 0.40 W/m² 50°C 42°C 50%
8 Light 120 Off Off 0.80 W/m² 70°C 50°C 50%
9 Dark 10 Off Off --- --- 40°C 50%
10 Repeat subcycles 6 to 9 an additional 3 times (for a total of 24 hours = 1 cycle)

A
The set point is the target condition for the sensor used at the operational control point and is programmed by the
user. When the exposure cycle calls for a particular set point, the user programs the apparatus to use that exact

humidity.

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TEST NAME: DATE:
Instruction Section Required Settings
Section Step No.
OVERALL CONTROL SETTINGS
4.5.1 5 CUSTOM TEST NAME
8 IRRADIANCE CONTROL (kW, 340 nm, 420 nm, etc.)
9 RACK SENSOR TYPE (Black, White Pnl., etc.)
10 TEMPERATURE CONTROL (Rack, Chamber, or Both)
13 REFRIGERATION (On or Off)
31 TEST DURATION (Cycles, Min. or Joules)
33 SCHEDULED STOPS (“Scheduled stop” interval)
2
)

36 TIMEOUT (DELAY) (XX Min.)

36 SMARTDAMPER (On or Off)
36 AUTO RESTART (On or Off) / RESTART TIME LIMIT
37 RACK SENSORS INSTALLED (Black, White Pnl., etc.)
40 SUB CYCLE REPEATS
4.5.1 28

------------------------------------------------ PHASE 1 ------------------------------------------------

4.5.1 16 IRRADIANCE (kW or W/m 2)
17 PHASE DURATION (Min. or Joules)
18 CHAMBER TEMPERATURE (°C)
19 RELATIVE HUMIDITY (%)
20 BPT (°C)
21 SPRAYS (Specimen and/or Rack - On/Off)
22 NOTES:
------------------------------------------------ PHASE 2 ------------------------------------------------
16 IRRADIANCE (kW or W/m2)
17 PHASE DURATION (Min. or Joules)
18 CHAMBER TEMPERATURE (°C)
19 RELATIVE HUMIDITY (%)
20 BPT (°C)
21 SPRAYS (Specimen and/or Rack - On/Off)
22 NOTES:
------------------------------------------------ PHASE 3 ------------------------------------------------
16 IRRADIANCE (kW or W/m2)
17 PHASE DURATION (Min. or Joules)
18 CHAMBER TEMPERATURE (°C)
19 RELATIVE HUMIDITY (%)
20 BPT (°C)
21 SPRAYS (Specimen and/or Rack - On/Off)
22 NOTES:
------------------------------------------------ PHASE 4 ------------------------------------------------
16 IRRADIANCE (kW or W/m2)
17 PHASE DURATION (Min. or Joules)
18 CHAMBER TEMPERATURE (°C)
19 RELATIVE HUMIDITY (%)
20 BPT (°C)
21 SPRAYS (Specimen and/or Rack - On/Off)
22 NOTES:

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Appendix B: Controller Instructions

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Water Resistivity Monitor Chart

Conductivity Resistivity Dissolved
Solids
(microMhos-CM) (Ohms-CM) (PPM)
–––––––––––––– –––––––––– ––––––––––––––
0.056 18,000,000 0.0277
0.084 12,000,000 0.0417
0.167 6,000,000 0.0833
1.00 1,000,000 0.500
2.50 400,000 1.25
20.0 50,000 10.0
200 5,000 100.0
2000 500 1,000
20,000 50 10,000

Typical Values
Pure Water 18 M -CM
Distilled Water 1 M -CM
Deionized Water 0.1 - 10 M -CM
Demineralized Water 0.01 - 1 M -CM
Drinking Water 1-2 k -CM
Waste Water 0.1-1 k -CM

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Appendix C: Optional Refrigeration

(Ci4000/Ci5000 Only)

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APPENDIX C – REFRIGERATION OPTION

i NOTE
A Weather-Ometer equipped with an RCU system, operating during a light phase, can
achieve chamber air temperatures of up to 20°C, depending on the irradiance level of the
test. In a dark phase, chamber air temperature can be controlled down to 15°C. With the use

RCU is not used. Customers should not use the RCU when tight control of the relative hu-
midity (+/- 10%) is desired.

Connecting External Refrigeration Unit to Ci4000 and Ci5000 for CS-7 Cooling
Ci4000 and Ci5000 units (DCS) are equipped with an external refrigeration option that includes
relay K8, located inside the control cabinet, as shown below.

K8
Refrigeration
Relay

Ci4000

Ci5000

K8
Refrigeration
Relay

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Internal software will activate this relay (K8) whenever the refrigeration system is required to be On.
Customers must connect their Refrigeration Control Unit (RCU) to this relay for proper operation.
Relay K8 has two dry contacts, Normally Closed (between 11 and 12) and Normally Open
(between 11 and 14). These contacts are rated for a maximum switching voltage of 250VAC and
maximum continuous current of 10 amps. This contact should be used as a start trigger only for the
refrigeration unit.

Connecting External Refrigeration Unit to Ci4000 and Ci5000 for CS-7 Cooling
(continued)

Typical connection between relay K8 and RCU is shown below.

K8 Relay
NO Contact

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Appendix D:

Data File Import

(with Atlas WXView Reader)
Instructions for using WXView Reader to
display graphical data and trend plots

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APPENDIX D – ATLAS WXView INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction

into a graphical format.

Features of this tool include:

• A chart along the top of the graph to provide a high-level summary of the complete test
• A main graph screen to zoom in on a portion of the data for a more detailed analysis
• The ability to print the main graph view
• A Save-Image option
• Functionality to select which parameters are viewed on the graph
• Standard test parameters (irradiance, temperatures, humidity) as well as control functions for
troubleshooting and system diagnostics

WXView Reader can be used to view not only common test parameters, but also data from the
revolutionary S³T system. The program works with any Windows-based PC. It is easy to install and
is accessible from an icon on your desktop. The tool can read data from any DCS-based Weather-
Ometer®, Xenotest® or SUNTEST® instrument.

Follow the link below to download the latest version of our WXView Reader software.

http://atlas-mts.com/services/software/wxview-reader/

WXView Dislaying Ci Instrument Data WXView Dislaying S3T Data

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APPENDIX D – ATLAS WXView INSTRUCTIONS

Software Version
Menu Trigger
Move mouse over logo for
Mouse over gray
WXView sofware version number.
bar to bring up
menu, shown
below. WXView will open both old and new Ci data logging

Data File OPEN

Data File SAVE
Image File SAVE
PRINT
Select LANGUAGE

Select Variables Select Region Scroll Variables

Checkmark boxes next to the Drag tinted box to Up / Down arrows for
test variables you wish to display. select region to display. scrolling variables list.

Keyboard Shortcuts
Data File OPEN Ctrl+O
Data File SAVE Ctrl+S
Image File SAVE Ctrl+A Zoom
PRINT Ctrl+P IN OUT
LANGUAGE Ctrl+L

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APPENDIX D – ATLAS WXView INSTRUCTIONS

Specimen Tag Names

3
T System)

S3T Temperature Data

RED DOT
Specimen
Temperature
Recording
Point

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Appendix E:

Ci System Software
Upgrade Procedure
Instructions for installing system software updates.

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APPENDIX E: SOFTWARE UPGRADE

1. Save the latest Ci software version of the

directory.
2. Turn off the Ci main switch.

4. Turn on the Ci main switch.

5. The message below appears. Select “Yes”.

6. Wait for the program to be installed.

7. When the installation process is complete,

click on the Restart Ci3G System button to
reboot your computer.
8. Turn off the Ci instrument main Power switch.
9. Turn on the the Ci main Power switch.
10. The Upgrade is complete.

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