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TRANSPORT X
TRANSPORT X
Users Guide
TRANSPORT X
Users Guide
Contents ........................................................................................................................ 2
(EN) Safety Warnings .................................................................................................. 3
(FR) Consignes de scurit ......................................................................................... 4
1.
Introduction........................................................................................................ 5
2.
Technical Specifications................................................................................... 5
3.
System Description ........................................................................................... 5
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
TRANSPORT X ................................................................................................................................... 5
Sample Bottle and Connectors ................................................................................................. 6
Accessories Kit.................................................................................................................................. 8
Thermal Printer................................................................................................................................. 8
4.1
4.2
4.3
Operation ............................................................................................................ 9
7.1
7.2
8.1
8.2
10.1
10.2
10.3
10.4
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1. INTRODUCTION
Accurate knowledge of the condition of oil-filled equipment is of paramount importance to electrical
utilities. Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) has been essential in this area for many years, allowing faults
to be detected in their early stages, costly outages to be avoided and assets to be optimized.
The TRANSPORT X represents a new generation of test equipment for DGA in equipment oil, allowing
accurate, rapid, reliable results in the field. To ensure optimum performance of the TRANSPORT X it is
important to read this manual fully before using the equipment.
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1. Technical Specifications
FAULT GAS
CALIBRATED RANGE (ppm)
Hydrogen (H2)
5 5,000
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
2 50,000
Carbon monoxide (CO)
1 50,000
Methane (CH4)
1 50,000
Ethane (C2H6)
1 50,000
Ethylene (C2H4)
1 50,000
Acetylene (C2H2)
0.5 50,000
Water (H2O)
0 100 % relative saturation
PARAMETER
VALUE/MEETS
Accuracy
Gas: 5 % or 2 ppm (whichever is greater) *
Water: 3 ppm
Power supply
115/230 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 40 W
Fuse
F6.3 AH, 250 V, 5 x 20 mm
Battery
Maxell CR2032 lithium coin cell, 3 V
Digital output
USB
Hardcopy output
2-inch thermal printer
Operating temperature
0 50 C (32 122 F)
Operating altitude
Maximum 2,000 m
Operating pressure
760 1040 millibar
Weight
11 kg (24 lbs), excluding accessories case
Dimensions
440 x 340 x 220 mm
IP Rating
IP20 (operating)
* Accuracy is defined as accuracy of the gas analysis system and does not purport to define
gas-in-oil measurement accuracy which is affected by sampling and/or oil type.
3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
3.1
TRANSPORT X
The TRANSPORT X (see Figure 1) utilizes photo-acoustic spectroscopy (PAS) to perform extremely
high quality DGA analyses, giving measurements of all the fault gases plus moisture.
The gases extracted from the oil sample using a highly stable headspace equilibrium extraction
method are then measured using infrared photo-acoustic spectroscopy (a semiconductor sensor for
hydrogen). The TRANSPORT X can also test gas samples taken from a Buchholz relay (although with
reduced accuracy due to a very large dilution factor). The wide dynamic range of measurement of
the TRANSPORT X means it is also very suitable for testing tap-changer and circuit breaker oil.
The TRANSPORT X is contained within a rugged, impact-resistant, carrying case. Accessories for DGA
tests of oil are contained within a separate lightweight case. These include a sample bottle with
connections and pipes, and a syringe for extracting a 50-mL oil sample from the equipment and
injecting it directly into the bottle (see Section 3.2).
The TRANSPORT X contains an embedded PC and touch screen. The incorporated software contains
instructions to guide the user through the operation of the system and algorithms to assist the
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diagnosis of the electrical equipment. The PC has an internal database that can store over
16,000 records. Communication with external PCs is possible via USB connections, allowing
databases to be downloaded to a laptop or desktop PC and then shared as required.
Figure 1. TRANSPORT X
A 2-inch thermal printer is provided, enabling the user to maintain hard copy records of all samples
tested on the instrument.
The power supply requirements are 115/230 Vac, 50/60 Hz.
A System Check Kit is available to allow the user to check the calibration accuracy of the
TRANSPORT X (see Section 8).
Optional extras are available for sampling of direct gas samples (see Section 7), and also for the
forced cooling of oil samples.
3.2
The sample bottle provided includes a lid assembly (see Figure 2) that incorporates airtight
compression fittings and a temperature probe incorporating a capacitance moisture sensor, all of
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which are to be connected to the top panel of the TRANSPORT X. These gas connectors are of the
simple snap-in type but they are polarized so that only one order of connection of the input and
return is possible. Users must ensure that these connections are fully made when using the
TRANSPORT X.
In-line
Teflon
filters
Airtight
sample
injection
valve
Airtight
gas inlet
and outlet
fittings
Temperature
probe
Sample
Bottle
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appear discolored, then the filters should be replaced before testing the next sample. Clean the pipes
by a compressed air blowout if oil is present in the pipes.
3.3
ACCESSORIES KIT
The TRANSPORT X comes complete with a full range of accessories and some replacement spare
parts. These include:
1 x 50-mL ground glass syringe
1 x three-way plastic stopcock (for use with syringe)
1 x bottle lid assembly
1 x magnet retriever
1 x quick connection valve (for oil injection from the syringe)
2 x Teflon coated stir bars
12 x replacement Teflon filters
1 x 115/230 V power cable
3 x sample bottles
All of the accessories are supplied in a light carry case (see Figure 3), with protective foam inserts.
3-way
plastic
stopcock
Tefloncoated
magnets
50-mL
syringe
Sample
Bottles
Magnet
retriever
Quick
connection
valve
115/230 V
power
cable
Bottle lid
assembly
Teflon
filters
3.4
THERMAL PRINTER
The TRANSPORT X is equipped with an in-built 2-inch thermal printer that can provide hard copies of
results on-site. Changing the paper roll is very simple. Release the paper holder cover by depressing
the black catch on the left hand side of the holder (see Figure 4). To gain access to the paper roll
holder, lift the holder cover by its left hand edge, and swivel it on its right hand edge.
Place the new roll of paper over the roll holder and then lock back the paper holder cover in its
original position. The button on the top left corner allows the user to feed the paper through the
printer when fitting a new roll of paper, and also to check the function of the printer. Care must be
taken to ensure the thermo-sensitive side of the paper is orientated correctly during installation.
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Note: If the printouts from the thermal printer begin to show a red tint, it is an indication that a new roll of paper will be
needed soon.
PC sync
port
Figure 4. Thermal Printer With Release Catch on the Left Hand Side
4. OPERATION
The TRANSPORT X has been designed to provide the user with a reliable device that is easy to use in
the field. The embedded PC and touch-screen display step-by-step user instructions, and there is also
an Instruction Card inserted in the lid of the case. A syringe and valves are supplied for oil sampling
and injection.
Note: Please read carefully and observe the following instructions.
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TURNING ON/OFF
Where possible the instrument should be powered up 20 minutes prior to the first sample injection to
allow it to heat up. Oil sampling can be performed in this time if desired. The instrument can also
undergo a system flush during this period if desired.
The TRANSPORT X is powered by mains-supplied electricity or a suitable AC supply from a DC
inverter. To connect the unit to the mains supply, use the IEC cable supplied with the unit. With the
unit connected to the mains, switch the power On using the red power switch at the top right of the
front panel. The touch screen will then show the launch of the TRANSPORT X software (there will be
up to 20 seconds during which the software will boot) and the Main Menu screen (see Figure 5) will
be displayed.
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PREVENTING CONTAMINATION
The TRANSPORT X is designed to prevent contamination between samples using only simple
cleaning techniques for the syringe, jar and lid assembly (see Section 6).
For best results:
Clean the syringe thoroughly between each sample with a cloth or tissue (see Section 6).
Clean the bottle and stirrer with a cloth or tissue.
Clean the lid assembly pipes and probes with a cloth or tissue.
It is recommended that after first unpacking the unit and whenever time permits, the user should
implement a System Flush. This process flushes ambient air through the TRANSPORT X for
20 minutes, and will help clear any potential contamination from packing material/prior samples.
This function can also be used to clear the TRANSPORT X of gas after a concentrated gas-in-oil
sample e.g. LTC. Details regarding the use of this function are given at Section 4.3.5.2.
4.3
TRANSPORT X OPERATION
The instructions displayed on the touch screen are used to control the operation of the
TRANSPORT X. Upon powering-up the screen shows the Main Menu display (see Figure 5).
There are five options:
Start New Measurement: see Section 4.3.1.
View Previous Results: see Section 4.3.4.
Turn Off: see Section 4.1.
PC Sync: communicating with PC software see manual.
Settings: see Section 4.3.5.
4.3.1
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First, the Equipment Location screen is displayed (see Figure 8). If the equipment location already
exists in the database from a previous test, then the user can select this from the existing database
list displayed on the screen using the Up and Down arrows. Once the correct location is highlighted
in the left hand window, press the Next button to move to the Equipment ID screen, which is the next
screen in the information/data input process.
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button. However, if the database contains no information concerning the equipment about to be
tested, it will be necessary to add this information to the database for the first time.
To add new Equipment Identification information, press the Add New button. The keypad for
entering Equipment Identification details is then displayed on the screen (see Figure 10).
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Progress in performing the system venting is shown in the Venting System Progress screen (see
Figure 17), which will be observed if the first set of new Measurement Details are all entered before
the venting process has completed.
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Follow the following procedural steps to inject the sampled oil into the TRANSPORT X sample bottle.
If the oil was hot when the sample was taken, shake the oil sample with a slight positive pressure on
the syringe plunger before submitting it to the TRANSPORT X for analysis. The reason for this advice
is that if the oil was hot when the sample was taken, it is possible for gas from the sample to come
out of solution and form a bubble as the oil cools. By shaking the sample with a slight positive
pressure on the syringe, the gas should be dissolved back into the oil and the sample should then be
ready for analysis.
Once the sample is confirmed to be correct, follow the on-screen instructions in the Gas Analysis
Instructions screen (see Figure 23) to inject the oil sample. These instructions are described in more
detail in the rest of this Section 4.3.1.3.
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Only 90 seconds are available to complete the injection process. The Gas Analysis Instructions
screen displays a progress bar representing the run-down of these 90 seconds and the Time
remaining for sample injection is displayed on the screen. The TRANSPORT X also emits a beep
sound at 5-second intervals during the injection period.
If the sample injection is not completed in the 90-second injection period that is available, the
Sample Injection Timeout screen is displayed (see Figure 24). The user is then required to press the
OK button and return to the start of the injection process.
Figure 25. Male Section of the Quick-Release Valve Connected to the Syringe
Connect the syringe to the sample bottle. The outer sleeve of the female fitting on the lid assembly
should be held between the thumb and the forefinger and pressed downwards as far as it will go (see
Figure 26). Insert the male quick-connect fitting that is attached to the syringe firmly into the female
connector. A slight click is heard when the connection is fully made. Release the outer sleeve of the
female connector to secure the connection.
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Slowly depress the plunger of the syringe fully. When the syringe is fully depressed, maintain gentle
downward pressure on the plunger, wait 3-4 seconds and disconnect the syringe at the quickrelease valve. To do this, press down the sleeve of the female section and lift the syringe, three-way
valve and male quick-connect assembly away from the female section. Take care not to separate the
male quick-release section from the valve/syringe until the syringe is disconnected from the bottle at
the quick-release valve as that would provide an open channel for the gases to escape to
atmosphere.
Press the Next button on the Gas Analysis Instructions screen (Figure 23) to proceed with the
sample analysis.
4.3.1.4 Sample Analysis
Once the sample has been injected into the bottle, the temperature of the oil is measured. This is to
avoid condensation in the internal pipe-work of the system. Therefore it is recommended that hot
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oil not be tested, and that it has time to cool. The important criterion is that the analysis cell is
warmer than the oil so it may be necessary to allow the unit to warm up if it has been stored in a cold
location prior to use. The temperature measurement takes 90 seconds.
If the oil temperature is higher than the internal cell temperature, then the sample analysis will not
continue. The screen will display this temperature difference and its countdown (see Figure 28). Do
not remove the bottle from the bottle holder cavity during this period. When the temperature
difference figure reaches 0.0 C, the unit will automatically start the analysis, possibly with a delay
while the unit resets. Ensure the bottle is in place in the holder when the unit commences the
analysis.
Note: If the bottle is not in place at this time, the magnetic stirrer will not operate and therefore the results will not be
correct.
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Analysis Tools
Note: The analysis tools incorporated into the TRANSPORT X do not represent the opinion of GE Energy; rather they are
based upon widely recognized standards and algorithms, with the various caution and warning alarm thresholds set
by the user.
By selecting Advanced in the Results Options screen (Figure 32), the operator can use the
incorporated software tools to aid in the analysis of DGA results. This option is only available for
Transformer oil samples. If the user has entered Tap Changer, Circuit Breaker or Other in the
Equipment Type screen (Figure 7), then the analysis tools do not apply.
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If the measured concentration value for any gas is above one of the threshold levels for that gas, an
appropriate warning is advised to the user. For example, if the DGA measurement for a particular gas
is above either the Caution or Warning threshold levels, that situation is highlighted in yellow (if above
the Caution level) or red (if above the Warning level) on the Analysis screen (see Figure 35). An overall
Transformer Condition of Normal, Caution or Warning can be provided based upon these alarm
levels.
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1)
Key Gas Method IEEE C57.104-1991
This technique allows visual comparison of the measurement result with 4 typical fault results. The
user should determine which typical result, if any, matches most closely the TRANSPORT X result. The
user can scroll through the 4 typical failure options using the arrow keys. These failure options
appear on the touch screen as pink columns alongside the TRANSPORT X result, which is shown by
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the blue columns (see Figure 41). The user should choose the failure option that most resembles their
own result from the diagnosis by pressing the Select button on the appropriate option screen. If
there is no applicable comparison, the user should not make a diagnosis selection and press the
Cancel button, which equates to selecting the None diagnosis. Pressing either the Select or Cancel
button returns the display to the Analysis screen (Figures 39 and 40).
Figure 41. Key Gas Method (Showing Overheated Oil as the Typical Failure Comparison)
2)
Rogers Ratios IEEE C57.104-1991
This method uses established ratios between various dissolved gases to determine the type of fault
(see Figure 42). However, if the gas concentration levels are low, the Rogers Ratios screen will show a
warning that gas levels may be too low for this algorithm to produce a reliable result. The fault code
and diagnosis may still be displayed, but caution should be used when applying this result. Press the
OK button to return to the Analysis screen (Figures 39 and 40).
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In Figure 44, the most recent set of dissolved gas concentration measurements made by the
TRANSPORT X are displayed. It can be seen that the measured concentration of C2H4 has been used
to normalize the concentration levels of the other measured dissolved gas constituents. Thus the
measured concentration of C2H6 is approximately 37 % of the concentration of C2H4.
In Figure 45 we find the ETRA pattern for a type C2H4-A failure displayed in the right-hand chart with
the measured gas pattern previously depicted in Figure 44 shown in the left-hand chart. The
TRANSPORT X makes available a number of such ETRA gas patterns, each pattern representing a
different type of failure. The user is required to decide which of the available patterns is closest to
their measured pattern and then by using the Select button choose that pattern (or none) as the
failure pattern.
Figure 45. C2H4-A Type Failure Pattern Compared With Gas Pattern Based on TRANSPORT X
Measurements
b)
Diagnostic Chart Method
Press the Diagnostic Diagram button located in the central Diagnosis Information panel under the
Japan ETRA tab of the Analysis screen (Figure 40). On the first diagram (Diagram A) shown in
Figure 46, the white spot is the result derived from the most recent set of dissolved gas concentration
measurements made by the TRANSPORT X for the particular gas ratios used in this chart. It can be
seen that in this instance the diagram suggests that the transformer failure is because of Discharges.
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Press the
button to display the Diagnostic Diagram B (Figure 47). As previously with
Diagnostic Diagram A, plotted on this diagram (as the white spot) is the result derived from the most
recent set of dissolved gas concentration measurements made by the TRANSPORT X using the gas
ratios of Diagnostic Diagram B. It can be seen that in this instance the diagram suggests that the
transformer failure is because of Partial Discharge (Low Energy). Press the OK button to return to the
Analysis screen (Figures 39 and 40).
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Finish: to finish the measurement and analysis process. The measurement and analysis results
are saved in the TRANSPORT X database and the database is then closed (see Figure 49).
The TRANSPORT X includes a function for monitoring the internal operation of the system and
checking the validity of oil samples. If an anomaly is detected, then this will be reported to the user at
the end of the sample measurement process. In addition, any result invoking an error code is
highlighted in yellow in the database Records screen (see Figure 51) see also Section 4.3.4 for
further information about the database Records screen.
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Figure 51. Records Screen (Database List Showing 2 Results With Errors)
The user can navigate to a stored result in the Records screen by using the Up and Down arrows.
The result highlighted in grey/blue is the current or active result. When the user navigates to a result
which is subject to an error, the Caution button is displayed advising the user that the highlighted
result contains some sort of error. This feature is illustrated in Figure 51, where the database list
contains two results containing errors, one of which is the active result causing the Caution button to
be displayed. Pressing the Caution button causes the ErrorCheck Results screen (see Figure 52) to
be displayed.
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Gas error classified as a Warning (highlighted in orange): the TRANSPORT X had detected a
serious problem with the sample. This would mainly be caused by interference of the sample
from a solvent and the results from such a sample could not be relied upon.
Gas error classified as a Caution (highlighted in white): an issue has arisen with the sample, but
the results are still valid, albeit they may have a larger than normal margin for error. Such a
situation may be caused by high target gas levels being detected in the ambient air. In such a
situation, the user could potentially take the TRANSPORT X unit to another location for further
sample testing or increase the purge time for future tests.
If the instrument detects any error codes, the user is given the option of resolving the problem using
the Resolve button that is found at the bottom of the ErrorCheck Results screen (Figure 52). By
pressing the Resolve button, the user is presented with the ErrorCheck Response screen (see
Figure 53), where the two best options for preventing a reoccurrence of the error are displayed.
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The TRANSPORT X offers users the option of examining results stored in its database. To do this,
press the View Previous Results button on the Main Menu screen (Figure 5). The options for
searching the database are then displayed on the Display Results screen (see Figure 55).
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Settings
Pressing the Settings button on the Main Menu screen (Figure 5) causes the Settings screen shown
in Figure 57 to be displayed.
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Start Pressure Test: the Pressure Test follows an identical process to the System Flush process
(above). The unit is checked for its ability to maintain pressure in the working gas system. If
pressure can be maintained, the Pressure Test Passed screen is displayed (see Figure 65).
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6. Close the syringe valve when most of the oil has been expelled, leaving approximately 2 mL of oil
remaining in the syringe.
7. Turn the syringe valve to permit the gentle drawing of 50 mL of oil into the syringe (see Figure 70).
Note: The head pressure from the transformer main tank may actually push the oil into the syringe so care must be
taken not to allow the plunder to come out the end of the syringe body at this point.
Flush this oil out of the syringe into the waste container.
Repeat the steps 7 and 8 at least 2 times.
Draw exactly 50 mL of oil into the syringe.
Turn the equipment valve to prevent any further oil escaping from the transformer.
Turn the syringe valve to the fully closed position.
Disconnect the syringe from the equipment sampling line.
A representative sample of oil from the equipment is now ready for injection into the TRANSPORT X.
6.1
The sample bottle, the syringe with its 3-way valve, the male quick-connect valve that is connected
to the syringe, and the oil injection tube in the lid assembly should be cleaned out after every sample
analysis.
The sample bottle, the syringe inner surfaces (barrel and plunger) and the lid assembly are cleaned
using clean absorbent cloth or tissue. The syringe with its 3-way valve, the male quick-connect valve
and the oil injection tube are cleaned by air pumped from the syringe.
By following these best practices, the TRANSPORT X can easily clear the effects of heavily gassed
samples for the next test.
6.2
It is imperative that the syringe is kept clean in order to prevent cross-contamination of results. The
syringe cleaning steps are as follows.
1. Wipe all surfaces with an absorbent cloth or tissue.
2. Ensure the male quick-release valve (Figure 25) is connected to the syringe.
3. Turn the 3-way valve on the syringe to permit air to be drawn into the syringe through the side
arm of the valve.
4. Draw in air to the syringe through the side arm of the valve.
5. Hold the syringe with the quick-release valve pointing vertically down.
6. Turn the 3-way valve to open the in-line arm and close the side arm.
7. Push air through the syringe and valves, flushing out any oil residue.
8. Repeat 4 or 5 times the steps 3 to 7.
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This process will flush oil out of the syringe, the 3-way valve fitted to the syringe and the male quickconnect valve.
Note: When performing the above cleaning process, use a cloth or waste container to expel excess oil into.
Note: It is recommended that the user thoroughly cleans the syringe after each sample and before storage / reuse. To
do so, remove the plunger from the syringe barrel. The plunger and barrel are both then cleaned with a cloth or tissue.
Note: Ensure no oil residue remains in the quick release valve or syringe 3-way valve. Use the technique of vigorously
flushing air through these valves using the syringe as a pump, as described above.
6.3
After the TRANSPORT X has completed its analysis, the oil sample should be disposed of properly and
the bottle and lid assembly cleaned as described below.
Note: The same oil sample cannot be re-tested as most of the gas will have escaped during analysis.
7.1
GAS SAMPLING
1. Connect the Buchholz sampling point to the stopcock of the syringe using the plastic tube
supplied (see Figure 71).
2. Allow any oil in the sampling tube to run to waste.
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Figure 71. Allow Oil in the Sampling Tube to Flow out to Waste
3. When gas starts to flow, adjust the 3-way stopcock to allow the gas to fill the syringe by the
hydrostatic pressure in the relay (see Figure 72), taking care that the gas pressure does not eject
the plunger completely.
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7.2
1. Select Start New Measurement from the Main Menu screen (Figure 5).
2. Follow the on-screen instructions and as previously outlined in Section 4.3.1.1, enter all the data
for the sample.
3. However, for a gas sample there are some differences to the procedure previously outlined for
doing measurements and analysis on a gas sample. For example, when prompted to enter the
Equipment Sampling Point for the sample (Figure 13), enter Buchholz Relay.
4. In the Sample Source screen (see Figure 74), select Gas Sample.
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19. As for an oil sample, the results can be printed using the TRANSPORT X thermal printer.
20. The results are also stored in memory when pressing the Finish button.
8. SYSTEM CHECK
Due to the inherent stability of the TRANSPORT X, routine calibration of the detector is not necessary.
Recalibration is only necessary in the event of a serious fault occurring with the PAS (photo-acoustic
spectroscopy) system or due to misuse of the instrument. Under these circumstances, this
recalibration must be performed by the manufacturer. However, it is recommended that the user
should periodically assess the operation of the TRANSPORT X using the System Check procedure.
This procedure can be performed as often as wished but should be undertaken nominally every three
months.
The System Check allows the user to confirm that the TRANSPORT X PAS calibration is functioning
correctly. Section 4.3.5.2 has described the System Housekeeping, Checking and Maintenance
functions of the TRANSPORT X, although details of the System Check procedure were not given at
that stage. Instead those details are provided here.
8.1
The check procedure involves the use of the System Check Kit apparatus (see Figures 79 and 80
below). This kit consists of a cylinder of gas containing all the DGA target gases at known
concentrations, together with a length of Nafion tubing, used to connect the gas cylinder to the inlet
connector on the top panel of the TRANSPORT X.
By pressing the System button on the Settings screen (Figure 57), the System screen (Figure 60) is
displayed. On this screen are found details of the last times when a System Check was performed.
Press the Start System Check button to commence the System Check process; the user is then
presented with the System Check Caution window (see Figure 77).
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Connect the Nafion tubing to the cylinder fine-adjustment control valve by pushing the flexible,
black viton tubing over the barb connector on the outlet from the cylinder Mini Flow Control Knob
(see Figure 79).
Barb
connector
Tee
junction
Mini Flow
Control Knob
Viton tubing
incorporating open
Tee junction fitting
Flow rate ball set to below
2nd graduation on flow
indicator = 500 mL/min
Figure 79. Details of Viton Tubing Connection to Mini Flow Control Knob and Flow Indicator
Setting
Connect the other end of the Nafion tubing, which is fitted with a male quick-release connector,
to the top-panel female quick connector on the TRANSPORT X (see Figure 80).
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Nafion
tube
Figure 80. Connection of the Check Gas Cylinder to the TRANSPORT X via a Nafion Tube
Once these preparations are completed, press the Next button at the bottom of the System Check
Flush With Air screen (see Figure 78). The Flushing With Air Progress screen is then displayed (see
Figure 81). The air flushing takes approximately 14.5 minutes.
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Figure 82. System Check Flush With Gas Mixture Progress Screen
The operator has only a limited time period (1.5 minutes) for setting up the required gas flow to the
TRANSPORT X. During this period, the TRANSPORT X can be heard emitting a beeping sound. Press
the Next button at the bottom of the System Check Flush With Gas Mixture Progress screen when
the correct gas flow rate is achieved. The Flushing With Gas Mixture Progress screen is then
displayed (see Figure 83).
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unit, GE Energy may report a faulty unit and request its return or may make other suggestions for
re-establishing functionality of the TRANSPORT X for the user.
8.2
HYDROGEN
A molecularly balanced gas compound, such as Hydrogen (H2) cannot be measured using PAS and is
instead measured utilizing a tin dioxide (SnO2) semiconductor which has a low conductivity in clean
air. So the nature of the System Gas Check and the tin dioxide sensor can result in H2 consumption
and this may under certain circumstances incorrectly trigger an error with the H2 sensor. In order to
eliminate such false failures, you should be running the latest release of the TRANSPORT X firmware
(v 1.12.5.544 onwards). This effectively removes H2 from the System Gas Check procedure thereby
restricting testing to the six photoacoustic gases.
Note: The functionality to measure H2 during normal TRANSPORT X operation remains unchanged by
this change to the System Gas Check procedure.
If the TRANSPORT X unit fails the System Gas Check, follow these steps:
1.
Check the firmware version
2.
If it is older than the version above, update the TRANSPORT X firmware
3.
Re-run the System Gas Check procedure
4.
If it passes, then everything is OK
5.
You should only contact GE if it subsequently fails the test after the new firmware upgrade
9. TROUBLESHOOTING
In Section 4.3.3, the user was advised to consult the Troubleshooting Guide (this Section) in those
instances where the TRANSPORT X had detected an internal error and the Resolve function had not
proven able to fix the problem. Table 2 presents the Troubleshooting Guide referred to in
Section 4.3.3.
To use the Troubleshooting Guide, the user must first note the Error Code that was displayed on the
ErrorCheck Results screen (Figure 52) when the error was detected, then trace the references to that
same Error Code through the Troubleshooting Guide until the suggested remedies (1st Response and
2nd Response) are discovered.
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Table 2. Troubleshooting Guide
Error
Code
Condition
H2 sensor
malfunction
HW
Warning
Hydrogen
atmospheric
contamination
Hydrogen
atmospheric
contamination
GAS
Caution
Ambient Humidity
too low
GAS
Caution
Ambient Humidity
too high
GAS
Caution
Water is close to
saturation and will
have larger margin
for error
GAS
Caution
HW
Warning
Atmospheric
contamination /
Ambient CO2 too
high
GAS
Caution
CO atmospheric
contamination
GAS
Caution
Logfile Text
General
malfunction / CO2
measurement
malfunction
Atmospheric
contamination /
Ambient CO2 too
high
CO atmospheric
contamination
1st Response
2nd Response
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Consider alternative
method for accurate
moisture
measurement of this
oil sample
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
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N/A
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
TRANSPORT X
Error
Code
Logfile Text
CO atmospheric
contamination
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
10
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
11
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
12
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
13
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
14
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
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Condition
1st Response
2nd Response
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
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Error
Code
Logfile Text
15
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
16
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination
17
18
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination /
Contaminated
sample container
Atmospheric
hydrocarbon
contamination /
Contaminated
sample container
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Condition
1st Response
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Change filters,
ventilate room,
perform system
flush and retry
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Thoroughly clean
bottle, run system
flush and collect and
test a fresh sample
19
Sample
contamination
Sample
contamination results could be
affected
20
Malfunction in
pressure sensor
HW
Warning
21
Malfunction in
pressure sensor
HW
Warning
22
Malfunction in
pressure sensor
HW
Warning
2nd Response
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Logfile to GE - clean
bottle and perform
system flush before
testing next sample
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
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Error
Code
Users Guide
Logfile Text
Condition
1st Response
2nd Response
23
Malfunction in
pressure sensor
HW
Warning
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
24
Filter Blockage /
bottle leak
Possible bottle or
filter leak. Change
In-line filters
HW
Caution
N/A
N/A
25
Malfunction in
pressure sensor
HW
Warning
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
26
Recommended
filter usage
exceeded
Recommended filter
usage exceeded.
Change in-line filters
HW
Caution
N/A
27
GAS
Caution
28
Cell temperature
too low
HW
Warning
Allow TRANSPORT X
to warm up
29
Cell temperature
too high
HW
Warning
Move to a cooler
environment and
retry
30
Source
temperature too
low
HW
Warning
Move to a warmer
environment and
retry
31
Source
temperature too
high
HW
Warning
Move to a cooler
environment and
retry
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Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
TRANSPORT X
Error
Code
Logfile Text
Users Guide
Condition
32
Cell temperature
too low
HW
Warning
Move to a warmer
environment and
retry
33
Cell temperature
too high
HW
Warning
Move to a cooler
environment and
retry
34
IR source
malfunction
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
35
IR source
malfunction
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
36
Chopper error
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
37
Chopper error
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
38
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
39
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
retry
40
Strong nonhydrocarbon
interference
Strong nonhydrocarbon
interference in
sample- results not
reliable
GAS
Warning
Thoroughly clean
bottle, run system
flush and collect and
test a fresh sample
1st Response
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2nd Response
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
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TRANSPORT X
Error
Code
Logfile Text
41
Some nonhydrocarbon
interference
42
43
Microphone has
stuck
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Condition
1st Response
2nd Response
GAS
Caution
Thoroughly clean
bottle, run system
flush and collect and
test a fresh sample
Send TRANSPORT X
Logfile and description of
circumstances to GE for
feedback
GAS
Caution
Consider alternative
method for accurate
moisture
measurement of this
oil sample
N/A
HW
Warning
Reboot
TRANSPORT X and
try again
Contact your GE
representative if previous
response failed to resolve
the issue
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10.LOGFILE EXTRACTION
This section provides instructions for retrieval of a Log File from a TRANSPORT X Portable DGA unit.
10.1
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7 or greater or WMDC must be installed on the users PC. This software is
included on the software CD which was supplied with the TRANSPORT X. If this software has
already been installed and the TRANSPORT X PC SYNCHRONISER software has been successfully
used on the users PC, then Microsoft Active Sync 3.7 or greater and or WMDC has also been
installed and is working correctly. If not already installed on the users PC, then it can be installed
from the CD.
TRANSPORT X USB Driver Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/Vista/Win 7 must also be installed on the
users PC. This driver is included on the software CD which was supplied with the TRANSPORT X. If
the TRANSPORT X PC SYNCHRONISER software has already been installed and successfully used
on the users PC, then the TRANSPORT X USB Driver Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/Vista/Win 7 has
also been installed and is working correctly. If the TRANSPORT X USB Driver Windows
98/Me/2000/XP/Vista/Win 7 is not already installed on the users PC, then it can be installed from
the CD.
10.2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Install the Synchronization CD into your PC CD drive and wait for the auto install to commence (If
this does not happen automatically, navigate to the file named autoinstall.exe and double click
to commence installation.
2. Follow onscreen instruction until installation of the software package is completed.
3. If all drivers are not installed automatically refer to Appendix B below
10.3
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
LOGFILE RETRIEVAL
10.4
FILE STRUCTURE
All the files on the TRANSPORT X are stored in the directory My Computer / Mobile Device / My
Computer / FlashFx Disk.
The Log File can be found in FlashFx Disk\\Results\\Logfile.dat and can be copied to a location on
the users PC.
Note: There is also a file named LogFilex.dat in this location. This is not required.
Please email the Log File to GE Energy for inspection by a GE Energy engineer.
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Note: This issue does not affect any units in the field that do not have capacitance sensors. These can be recognized by
three pins in the plug coming from the bottle lid assembly (capacitance sensor units have four pins) for those lid
assemblies can be interchanged without modification of any settings.
Each replacement bottle lid assembly will be supplied with a card or sheet detailing the calibration
factors of the new sensor. Each lid will have a 2- or 3-digit code engraved on the sensor probe that
must match the Channel Number on the calibration slip. For an example of the calibration details
sheet, see Figure 89.
Note: The structure of this sheet may not be identical to that shown but the essential details will be included.
Figure 89. Example of Calibration Factor Sheet Provided With Replacement Bottle Lid Assembly
The values which must be reset in the TRANSPORT X are the Slope (kw) and the Zero Offset (zw). To
change these the operator must navigate to the appropriate section of the instruments software.
From the Main Menu screen (Figure 5), select Settings and then Advanced. A menu title Bottle lid
then shows the calibration factors for the current bottle lid (see Figure 90) and allows the operator to
insert the new calibration factors. If it is intended to switch back to the original lid assembly in the
future, record and retain these calibration factors with the bottle lid they are associated with.
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Figure 90. Entering Calibration Details for a Replacement Bottle Lid Assembly
After the calibration factors have been entered, the operator may proceed to use the new bottle lid
assembly for routine measurements.
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APPENDIX 4: GLOSSARY
AC: Alternating Current
CD: Compact Disc
CH4: Methane
C2H2: Acetylene
C2H4: Ethylene
C2H6: Ethane
CO: Carbon monoxide
CO2: Carbon dioxide
DC: Direct Current
DGA: Dissolved Gas Analysis
ETRA: Electric Technology Research Association
GE: General Electric
H2: Hydrogen
H2O: Water
Hz: Hertz, a unit of frequency equal to a cycle per second
ID: Identification
IEC: International Electro-technical Commission
N2: Nitrogen
PC: Personal Computer
ppm: Part Per Million, representing the concentration of a gas in transformer oil
%RS: % Relative Saturation
TDCG: Total Dissolved Combustible Gas
TRANSPORT X: Portable Dissolved Gas Analyzer
USB: Universal Serial Bus
Vac: Volt Alternating Current
W: Watt
WEEE: Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
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