VSP-G1 User Manual

This is the comprehensive User Manual for the VSParticle Generator One unit. The Quick Start Guide is available as a quick reference for standard operation of the G1 unit.

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  VSParticle Generator One unit (VSP-G1)

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Introduction

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This user manual provides instructions for the set-up, installation, operation and maintenance of a VSParticle Generator One (VSP-G1) unit. Before operating the VSP-G1 unit, please read the safety section carefully and pay attention to the warnings provided throughout the manual, indicated by the following symbols:
(symbols used in the manual)

(Short index of manual and a 1 sentence summary of each chapter/section)

A quick start guide is also included for faster set-up as part of the standard operating procedure. For more information regarding safety and more complex operations as well as troubleshooting and maintenance, please refer to this Manual.

Technical Specifications

Power
110-240V AC


Dimensions
Casing ca. 52x30x20cm



Reactor added height ca. 10cm


Weight
19kg


Gas inlet/outlet
10mm tubes (with Swagelok connectors)


Display
16x2 characters


Digital output
RS232


Operating Window



Flow rate
1-30 L/min


Gas
Supported: Ar or N2 (recommended purity 5.0) 
 Unsupported: He, Ne, Xe, Kr 
 Contact VSParticle for the use of reactive gases such as air and H2.


Electrode material
Comes with Cu electrodes. 
 Various other metals (e.g. Ag, Au, Pt, W, Ni), semiconductors and carbon are possible.


Primary particle size
1 atom to 20 nm


Ablation rate
~0.01-100 mg/h (material dependent)


Typical particle concentration
108-1011 cm-3


How to use this manual
Symbols guide
Found on the unit
Used within the user manual
Safety
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Warning of residual risks
Protective measures
Airborne noise emissions
Foreseeable misuse
Setting up
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Intended use
Foreseeable misuse
Workstation
Assembly, installation and connection
Stability conditions
Safe transportation, handling and storage
Operations
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Instructions for putting into service and use of the G1 unit
What to do in the case of accident, breakdown or likely blockage
Description of adjustment and maintenance operations and preventive maintenance measures
Instructions to enable safe adjustment and maintenance, including protective measures
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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Error messages and how to resolve them
Possible issues and how to resolve them
Maintenance checklist (before and after normal use)
Maintenance checklist (periodical/occasional throughout product lifetime)
Accessories and Parts Replacement
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Tools fitted to G1
Spare parts
Appendices
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Detailed communication set up
Detailed specifications not otherwise indicated in manual
Conceptual design and manufacturing drawings and schemes of components, sub-assemblies, circuits, etc.
Descriptions and explanations necessary for the understanding of ˄˄ and operation of electrical equipment
EC Declaration of Conformity
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Warranty
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