Perma Pure RATAMATION V2.0 - Manual (Page 21)

RATAmation v2.0 User Manual Perma Pure LLC
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Automatic Test Operation
The Automatic mode is designed to operate without operator intervention. The test begins
immediately after the data file has been selected. The test can be interrupted by the operator by
selecting the ‘Suspend Test’ from the ‘Test’ menu. Once the test is paused the mode can be
changed to Manual for operator control or resumed in Automatic mode.
The Automatic mode uses the parameters set in the ‘Program Set Up’ screen to establish the
timing for the calibrations and runs. In Automatic mode the timing for the calibration gas flow is
established from the ‘Direct Response’, ‘System Response’ and ‘Long Response’ times. During
a calibration the cal gas will be supplied to the analyzer for a period of time equal to two times
the appropriate response time plus one reading average (15 seconds). The last reading taken
while cal gas is flowing is the recorded calibration value. Prior to a Run beginning, Automatic
mode waits for time period equal to the ‘System Response’ time to insure uncorrupted sample is
analyzed for the readings.
New Test
Before starting a new test check that the mode is correctly set for either Automatic or Manual.
Start a new RATA test from the Main Menu by selecting the ‘Test’ menu item and then selecting
‘New Test’ from the submenu. A window will be displayed (Figure 16) to enter information
about the company performing and receiving the test. Fill in the appropriate information in to the
form and click the ‘OK’ button. The information for the Tester and Client will be stored in the
computer. Only information that has changed from the previous test will need to be edited.
Figure 16
A dialog box will open to enter a file name for the test data. The file name selected can not be a
duplicate of any previous test files, as the software will not allow the operator to overwrite