Noblegen: Manufacturers of Liquid Gas Generators. Quality Reliability Safety Service

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NOBLEGEN
Manufacturers of Liquid
Gas Generators.
QUALITY
RELIABILITY
SAFETY
SERVICE
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

MANUAL
LN130AC
LIQUID NITROGEN
GENERATOR
YOUR RELIABLE PARNTER IN LIQUID GAS HANDLING
Noblegen, a Wirac ltd company, 5 Parker Court, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE11 9EW, England. Tel: +44(0)191 460 3577 Fax: +44(0)191 460 1079
Email: [email protected]. Website: www.noblegen.co.uk reg VAT No. 847431221
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YOUR RELIABLE PARTNER IN LIQUID GAS HANDLING
CONTENTS
►CONTACT DETAILS Page 3

►SPECIFICATION Page 4
►PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Page 5
►SAFETY WARNING Page 6
►INSTALLATION Page 7
►COMMISSIONING Pages 8 - 10
►OPERATION Pages 11 - 15
►SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE Page 16 - 17
►SERVICE SCHEDULE Page 18
►SERVICE RECORD SHEET Page 19
►WARRANTY Page 20
►CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY Page 21
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Noblegen
CONTACT DETAILS
Noblegen Products
Wirac Automation Ltd
5 Parker Court
St Omers Road
Gateshead Noblegen
(Head Office)
Tyne & Wear, NE11 9EW
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)191 460 1177

Fax: +44(0)191 460 1079
E-mail: [email protected]
Your Authorised Distributor is:
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SPECIFICATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
MODELS L/DAY L/HR STORAGE ELECTRICAL POWER COOLING
CAPACITY WATER
SUPPLY (KW) (Kw of cooling)
LN130AC 130 5.4 300L 415V 3PH 13.8 Air cooled
Ambient temperature: between +5°c and +45°c (optimum) Standard Features

Ambient humidity: 20 – 95%
Liquid Nitrogen Purity: 99% (1.0% oxygen)  HMI touch screen
 Continuous Process display
LN130AC Dimensions - 2.0m (L) x 1.8 m (W) x 1.8 m (H)  O x yg e n a n a l ys e r
LN130AC weight - 800 kg (on wheels)  Level start / stop
 Low dewar pressure vacuum
p r o t e c t i o n s ys t e m
 Pressure BOOST for increase
production
 ECO setting to prevent dewar
boil-off
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Noblegen Liquid Nitrogen Generator LN Range is designed to supply a volume of

pure, clean liquid nitrogen at a pre-determined flow rate per day. The Generator is
designed for 24 hour use and is powered from a mains supply of 380/415v 50/60Hz and
a maximum running power of 13.8kw. The generator is fitted with an two 20 amp 3-
phase MCB. Other voltages found inside the enclosure are single phase 230v and 24v
d.c. for instruments.
The rated voltage of the Generator is marked clearly on the serial plate which can be
found on the outside of the enclosure next to the mains inlet socket.
The Liquid system incorporates a PSA Nitrogen Gas Generator (purifier) which uses the
Pressure Swing Adsorption technique which utilises an activated Carbon sieve to trap
oxygen, and allows the dry nitrogen to pass through it pores. At the end of a
pre-determined period the oxygen is released from the sieve and then pressurisation
period can re-start to generate once again. The process is totally equalising, this means
that although nitrogen flows from the outlet, oxygen vents to atmosphere preventing the
risk of an oxygen depleted atmosphere.
Once the nitrogen gas is at the correct purity and –60°c dew-point the cold-head will
switch on and start to produce liquid nitrogen which is then stored inside the internal
dewar. This liquid nitrogen can then be dispensed into other dewars using the vacuum
insulated dispensing hose supplied.
A small amount of Liquid nitrogen may vent from the internal storage dewar in gas
form, but it is a very small flow and will equalise in a ventilated room. If in doubt a wall
mounted oxygen depletion monitor and alarm can be fitted in the room—ask Noblegen
for more details.
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SAFETY WARNING
Noblegen Liquid Nitrogen Generators are designed to replace normal delivered liquid
supplies from outside gas companies. The maximum internal pressure found within the
Generator is 9 barg (130 psi g), and the regulated outlet pressure can be up to 5 barg
(72.5 psi g). Liquid nitrogen is at –196°c and therefore extremely dangerous, all
relevant health and safety guidelines must be followed when handling LN2—see
separate documentation on liquid nitrogen handling.
WARNING
Do not operate the generator until this instruction manual has been read and understood
by all personnel concerned.
The electrical connection from the mains supply to the generator must be suitably rated
and protected for the power consumption (see rating plate and information on page 4)
and carried out by a qualified electrician.
It is essential that personnel employ safe working practices and observe all related
regulations, and legal requirements for safety when operating this equipment. When
handling, operating or carrying out maintenance, personnel must employ safe
engineering practices and observe all relevant local health and safety requirements and
regulations.
The System is designed to be located Indoors in a well ventilated room protected from
Direct sunlight and excessive moisture.
DISPENSING LIQUID NITROGEN
LIQUID NITROGEN IS DANGEROUS—PLEASE SEE SEPERATE

DOCUMENT ON SAFE HANDLING OF LIQUID NITROGEN
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INSTALLATION (LN130AC)
Located the skid and if supplied separately secure the 2 off external fan units within 10
metres of the skid base. If the external fan units require wiring then go to page 10 of this
manual and page 40 of the SHI manual also supplied.
The system requires a supply of clean dry compressed air, if not supplied by Noblegen
then the following is required:-
12Nm°/hr @ 7-8 bar to a quality of B1.2.1 or equivalent.
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COMMISSIONING
STEP 1
With the Generator situated in its correct location remove the RED electrical plug from
the socket. A qualified electrician should wire the correct size of mains cable, 3 x LIVE,
NEUTRAL (if applicable) and EARTH suitable for 13.8kw. Connect the RED plug back
into the socket and switch the power ON.
MAINS SOCKET COLOUR SCREEN
When the power is switched on the screen on the front of the generator should appear
the same as the above picture.
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COMMISSIONING
STEP 2
Locate and connect each of the 2 air coolers as below:-
The cooler unit should ideally be located outside either floor or wall mounted and
secured with suitable fixing bolts.
STEP 3
SIDE OF LN130AC GENERATOR SIDE OF LN130AC COOLER UNIT
Take the 2 large diameter hoses and connect from the generator to the cooler unit, being
sure to connect the TO and FROM hoses into the correct locations—and secure.
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COMMISSIONING
STEP 3
Take the 3 off cables as supplied and connect from the generator to the cooler unit.
Page 40 of the FA-70 manual as above explains the locations and wire connections.
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OPERATION
Once the LN Generator and fan cooling units are installed and commissioned there is no
user intervention required to use the Generator. As long as the generator has mains
power and compressed air, the system will operate in automatic mode, producing liquid
nitrogen until the internal dewar is completely filled. Then the LN system will go into
STOPPED until the dewar level drops to a pre-determined level, in which case
production will automatically re-start.
With the mains supply on, the front display screen will power up. Note: In the event of a
power interruption the screen and PLC will power back up in the mode it was in when
powered down, stop, start or economy modes.
On initial start-up the system will enter start-up mode, this will flush the system
until the oxygen content in the nitrogen gas is less than 2.0%.
LN130AC MAIN SCREEN LN130AC SETTINGS SCREEN
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OPERATION
START-UP
Press the START BUTTON as shown below:-
The generator will run and the oxygen content is shown on the right hand side, when it
reaches less than 2.0% or the liquid dewar reaches the pressure set-point the helium
compressor will start automatically.
Note: If an alarm is shown at this point press to check alarm situation of phase error. If
this occurs shut-down the generator and change 2 of the main phase wires in the incom-
ing supply socket.
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OPERATION
START-UP
The Generator will now run automatically and approximately 4 hours after first start-up
the first liquid nitrogen will be produced.
LEVEL DISPLAY, IS ALSO SHOWN ON THE
MAIN HMI SCREEN.
TO CHANGE HIGH AND LOW LEVEL SETTING

GO TO SETTINGS SCREEN
On a awarm start we expect to see 10% liquid level after the first 24 hours before the
production increases to just over 5 litres an hour. Once the level reaches the STOP point
the cold-heads will stop.
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OPERATION
Display Functions
Oxygen
Start Button
Concentration
Stop Button
LN2 Production
(L/hr)
Air Pressure
Liquid Level %
Nitrogen Pres-
sure Helium Comp 1
Dewar Pressure Helium Comp 2
RESET ALARM
Status:- Boost status

START-UP
ONLINE No Loss status
STOPPED
ALARM
These are factory

Touch the tank set and should be
above to display changed follow-
the setting screen ing advise from
Noblegen techni-
Or the blue cal staff.
Settings button on
The buttons below
ONLY change
tank STOP and
START level
Push BACK to
return to main
screen
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OPERATION cont.
Display Functions
BOOST NO LOSS
The latest features on the LN130AC are BOOST and ECO modes:-
Press BOOST to increase production pressure up to 4.0 bar and 20% increased production rate. Re-
move BOOST prior to manually dispensing the LN2.
Press ECO to activate the zero loss system which will start and stop the cold-head cryo-cooler to main-
tain dewar pressure just below the relief valve setting.
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DISPENSING LIQUID NITROGEN

BEFORE DISPENSING ANY LIQUID NITROGEN
PLEASE READ THE SAFE HANDLING BOOKLET AT
THE BACK OF THIS MANUAL
TURN TO OPEN / CLOSE
A Vacuum Insulated liquid nitrogen

transfer hose is supplied with the
equipment and is located on the liquid
nitrogen dewar
Using suitable protection, hold the vacuum insulated hose and open the
manual valve, liquid nitrogen will flow after a few seconds.
Initially gas will be vented until the hose has been cooled, then liquid
nitrogen can be dispensed into a container.
Ensure the valve is closed fully before replacing the hose.
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SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE
SHUT DOWN
To stop the generator from producing liquid nitrogen manually press the red STOP
button the front screen.
Note: Internal parts will still be hot until left to cool and the system remains pressurised.
Remove the compressed air and power prior to carrying out any maintenance on the
system.
When power is removed the ECO zero loss system will not function and ice will form
around the relief valve on top of the liquid nitrogen dewar.
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SERVICE SCHEDULE
The LN80AC requires regular maintenance in order to remain reliable and produce
good quality LN2. The following service requirements must be adhered to or any
warranty will be voided.
Check the cooling unit weekly for any blockages caused

by the cooling fan action. Visually check the inlet and
outlet side of the fan and clear any debris which may of
been sucked into the fan.
Leaves, paper, plastic bags which partially blocks the fan

could cause the system to over-heat and trip out.
LN80AC Servicing.
The generator must be serviced every 4,000 production hours or 12 months, which ever
is reached first. Contact your local Noblegen stockist for parts or request the visit of a
service engineer to carry out the work.
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SERVICE RECORDS
Hours Date Completed Comments

by
4,000
8,000
12,000
16,000
20,000
24,000
28,000
32,000
36,000
40,000
44,000
48,000
Comments:
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PRODUCT WARRANTY
This warranty applies to Gas Generators and associated parts (the equipment) manufactured and supplied by Wirac
Automation Ltd.
Use of the Gas generator without the recommended inlet air quality or genuine spare parts will expressly invalidate the war-
ranty.
Should the equipment be defective as to materials or workmanship, Wirac Ltd warrants that it will remedy such a defect.
Where the equipment is a Liquid Nitrogen Generator the warranty period will be 12 months from date of commissioning or
18 months from date of dispatch, which ever is earlier, provided such commissioning is carried out in the way described
within the instruction manual. Should any defect occur during the warranty period and be notified in writing to Wirac or its
authorised distributor within the said period, Wirac will, as its sole option, remedy such defect by repair or provision of a
replacement part, provided that the equipment has been used strictly in accordance with the instructions provided with each
item of the equipment, and has been stored, installed, commissioned, operated and maintained in accordance with such in-
struction and with good practice. Wirac shall not be under any liability whatsoever under the warranty if, before giving noti-
fication in writing to Wirac as aforesaid, the customer or any third party meddles, interferes, tampers with or carries out any
work whatsoever (apart from normal maintenance as specified in the said instructions) in relation to the equipment or any
part thereof. Wirac will hold no liability for any damage to third party equipment, processes, goods or materials caused by a
defect in a Noblegen gas generator.
Any accessories, parts and equipment supplied by Wirac but not manufactured by Wirac shall carry whatever warranty the
manufacturer has given Wirac provided it is possible for Wirac to pass on such warranty to the customer.
To claim under the warranty, the goods must have been installed and continuously maintained in the manner specified in the
operators handbook.
Where the equipment is sold outside the UK mainland direct to the end user the warranty will cover parts only replacement,
however if claiming a warranty repair the Generator must be returned to Wirac UK for inspection / repair.
Any substitution of parts not manufactured, supplied or approved by Noblegen will invalidate the warranty.
Wirac Ltd has a continuous policy of product development and

although the company reserves the right to change specifica-
tions, it attempts to keep customers informed of any alteration.
This publication is for general information only and customers
are requested to contact our sales department for detailed infor-
mation and advice on a product’s suitability for a specified
application. All products are sold subject to the company’s
standard conditions of sale.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Models: LN130AC
2006/95/EC 2006/42/EC 2004/108/EC 97/23/EC
Name of Manufacturer or Supplier: Wirac Automation Ltd
Full postal address including country of origin:

5, Parker Court, St. Omer’s road, Gateshead,
Tyne & Wear, NE11 9EW. United Kingdom.
Place of Issue: Gateshead, Tyne & Wear.
Description of Product: Noblegen Liquid Nitrogen Generator
Name, type or model: LN130AC
Directives used:
2006/95/EC 2006/42/EC 2004/108/EC 97/23/EC
PED Conformity Assessment Route: (PIPE) - SEP
Name of authorised representative

Duncan Bradley
Position of authorised representative

Director
Full Postal address if different from above

As above
Declaration
I declare that as the authorised representative, the above information in relation to the supply / manufacture of this
product, is in conformity with the standards and other documents following the provisions of the above Directives.
Signature of authorised representative
DBradley

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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

►CONTACT DETAILS Page 3

Tel: +44 (0)191 460 1177

Your Authorised Distributor is:

Ambient temperature: between +5°c and +45°c (optimum) Standard Features

The Noblegen Liquid Nitrogen Generator LN Range is designed to supply a volume of

DISPENSING LIQUID NITROGEN

LIQUID NITROGEN IS DANGEROUS—PLEASE SEE SEPERATE

12Nm°/hr @ 7-8 bar to a quality of B1.2.1 or equivalent.

MAINS SOCKET COLOUR SCREEN

SIDE OF LN130AC GENERATOR SIDE OF LN130AC COOLER UNIT

LN130AC MAIN SCREEN LN130AC SETTINGS SCREEN

TO CHANGE HIGH AND LOW LEVEL SETTING

Status:- Boost status

These are factory

DISPENSING LIQUID NITROGEN

TURN TO OPEN / CLOSE

A Vacuum Insulated liquid nitrogen

Ensure the valve is closed fully before replacing the hose.

Check the cooling unit weekly for any blockages caused

Leaves, paper, plastic bags which partially blocks the fan

Hours Date Completed Comments

Wirac Ltd has a continuous policy of product development and

Name of Manufacturer or Supplier: Wirac Automation Ltd

Full postal address including country of origin:

Place of Issue: Gateshead, Tyne & Wear.

Description of Product: Noblegen Liquid Nitrogen Generator

Name, type or model: LN130AC

PED Conformity Assessment Route: (PIPE) - SEP

Name of authorised representative

Position of authorised representative

Full Postal address if different from above

Signature of authorised representative

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