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Suggested List Price: US $25.00 ® AirSep Corporation PSA Oxygen Generator Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual MN012-2 03/12 Rev. C ® AirSep Corporation 260 Creekside Drive Buffalo, NY 14228-2075 USA Phone: 1-800-320-0303 Fax: (716) 691-1255 www.airsep.com...
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Please take a moment to note below important information about your portable PSA Oxygen Cylinder Filling System. Retain this instruction manual, along with your invoice, to serve as a permanent record of your purchase. PSA Oxygen System Model Name: Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Serial Number: Invoice Date: Start-up Date: AirSep Representative...
Corporation Introduction General This instruction manual provides a description of the AirSep PSA Oxygen Generators – Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra as well as instructions for installation, operation, and maintenance. The Appendix of this instruction manual also provides pertinent drawings and component literature.
It is an invisible gas that is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. To ensure your safety, thoroughly read and familiarize yourself with this section of the manual. AirSep Corporation strongly recommends that you review this section periodically. Potential Hazards Before you attempt to install, operate or repair the oxygen generator, read and thoroughly understand this manual.
Park; P.O. Box 9101; Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101 USA. “Oxygen;” Pamphlet G-4; Compressed Gas Association; 1725 Jefferson Davis Highway; Arlington, Virginia 22202-4102 USA. “Cleaning Equipment for Oxygen Service;” Pamphlet G-4.1; Compressed Gas Association; 1725 Jefferson Davis Highway; Arlington, Virginia 22202-4102 USA. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
Corporation System Description General The AirSep Corporation PSA Oxygen Generator is a self-contained unit that uses Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology to produce oxygen on site. The PSA process extracts oxygen from ambient air to deliver product oxygen continuously to an application that requires feed oxygen.
4.0 Components Description The drawings in this section illustrate the location of the main components of the Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra oxygen generators. All models include similar components unless noted otherwise. Refer to Appendix A of this instruction manual for general layout drawings and specifications.
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Circuit Breaker Use the circuit breaker button to reset the unit after an electrical overload shutdown. Fuse For the 240 V units, an additional fuse safety is provided as per the CE regulations. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Valve Block The valve block houses the solenoid valves. Equalization Valve The equalization valve balances the pressure between the two sieve beds. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Exhaust Muffler The exhaust muffler allows waste gas to exit the adsorbers. Hour Meter The hour meter indicates the total number of hours that the unit cycles. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
Corporation 5.0 Installation Handling and Unpacking AirSep Corporation ships the oxygen generator in a heavy-duty cardboard carton with two cutout carrying handles. The unit’s size and weight allow easy transport by manual lifting; however, the enclosure does not provide handles or wheels because it is intended for stationary operation.
The ball in the flowmeter should rise and the oxygen pressure gauge should register 62 kPa (9 psig) for Topaz and 138 kPa (20 psig) for Topaz+ and Topaz Ultra. If this does not occur, contact the AirSep Commercial Products Service Department.
(104 F) to prevent damage not covered under the AirSep Corporation Product Warranty. The generator should only be used in the manner specified in the manual to prevent damage not covered in the AirSep Corporation Product Warranty. AirSep oxygen generators are sold for indoor use only.
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If a continuous supply of oxygen is critical to your application, provide a backup source of oxygen to use if a power failure or equipment malfunction occurs. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
(Refer to Appendix A of this instruction manual). Shutdown To stop oxygen delivery, rotate the flowmeter knob clockwise until the flowmeter registers zero. Set the l/O power switch to O. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Using the oxygen generator at flows higher than 15% above those specified in Appendix A of this manual, will result in the likely contamination of the molecular sieve beds. This damage is not covered under the standard warranty. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
Restart the unit as described in Section 6.1 — Start-up. Wash the filter removed from the unit in a solution of soap and warm water. Rinse the filter thoroughly and remove excess water with a soft, absorbent towel. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
15,000 hours. Rebuild the air compressor, if applicable, after 15,000 hours. If the air compressor for the unit you purchased does not come with a rebuild kit, replace the air compressor if the maximum cycle pressure starts to go below 179 kPa (26 psig). Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
Technical Support For assistance in troubleshooting or repairing the unit, or to order replacement parts, contact the AirSep Commercial Products Service Department by telephone Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. In the USA or Canada, call 1-800-320-0303.
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Improper power voltage. Make sure power meets specifications in Appendix A of this instruction manual. Defective capacitor. Replace capacitor. Defective air compressor. Rebuild or replace air compressor (as applicable). Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Use soapy water to check all hoses, tubing, and fittings in unit. Most leaks are audible when area is quiet. Repair leaks and replace hoses or tubing as necessary. Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Appendix A of this manual. If power at inlet to unit is correct but is low at valve(s), contact AirSep. Defective or worn solenoid Repair or replace solenoid valve(s). valve(s). Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
Appendix: Technical Data Specifications Data in this section refer to the Topaz, Topaz+ and Topaz Ultra oxygen generators. Consult your sales representative to determine whether your oxygen generator requires modifications for your application. Provide proper voltage from a grounded outlet to the oxygen generator.
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Other Specifications: Pollution Degree Installation Category Maximum altitude above sea level: 2,000 m (6,562 ft) (normal cubic meters) gas measured at 1 atmosphere and 0°C. ** SCF (standard cubic foot) gas measured at 1 atmosphere and 70°F Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Other Specifications: Pollution Degree Installation Category Maximum altitude above sea level: 2,000 m (6,562 ft) (normal cubic meters) gas measured at 1 atmosphere and 0°C. ** SCF (standard cubic foot) gas measured at 1 atmosphere and 70°F Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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Other Specifications: Pollution Degree Installation Category Maximum altitude above sea level: 2,000 m (6,562 ft) (normal cubic meters) gas measured at 1 atmosphere and 0°C. ** SCF (standard cubic foot) gas measured at 1 atmosphere and 70°F Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
AirSep’s option, to the repair, replacement or refunding the purchase price of any such unit of equipment (or part thereof) found by AirSep to be defective in parts or workmanship; provided, however, that AirSep shall have no obligation hereunder with respect to a defective part unless it receives written notice of such defect prior to the expiration of the applicable warranty period as referenced above.
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THAT THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY DEFECT IN PARTS OR WORKMANSHIP IS LIMITED TO ENFORCEMENT OF AIRSEP’S OBLIGATIONS AS SET FORTH ABOVE, AND AIRSEP SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR LOSS OF USE OF THE EQUIPMENT,...
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AirSep. Use the original packaging material to return item(s). Pack merchandise for a safe return. AirSep assumes no responsibility for damage that occurs in transit. Any damage to the oxygen generator or a component because of failure to follow this procedure is the sole responsibility of the customer.
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Parts List Use the following parts list to order parts for your oxygen generator. To order, please contact the AirSep Commercial Products Service Department. Refer to Section 8.0 — Troubleshooting for information about contacting the Commercial Products Service Department. If the parts list does not include the part you require, please provide a precise description of the part when you contact the Commercial Products Service Department.
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Solenoid Valves, Dwg# 214639-107 General Installation and Maintenance Instructions ASCO Valve Inc. 8262 & 8263 Series 2-way, Direct Acting, Solenoid Valves Installation and Maintenance Instructions ASCO Valve Inc. 8225 Series 2-way, Direct Acting, Solenoid Valves Installation and Maintenance Instructions Topaz/Topaz+/Topaz Ultra Instruction Manual...
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