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Instruction Manual

Equipment Support Toolkit (EST)

Description Item Number

Equipment Support Toolkit (EST) D372-19-650D

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Section Page

1 Introduction ....................................................................................... 1

1.1 Scope and definitions ................................................................................................... 11.2 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1

2 Installation ......................................................................................... 3

2.1 Computer requirements ................................................................................................ 32.2 Installing the EST software application .............................................................................. 32.3 Removing EST from your system ....................................................................................... 42.4 Registering and activating your product ............................................................................. 42.5 Establish communications between EST and equipment .......................................................... 6

3 Equipment support toolkit - main features ................................................. 11

4 Using the monitoring tools .................................................................... 15

4.1 Overview .................................................................................................................164.2 Equipment detection ...................................................................................................164.3 The Alert Handler .......................................................................................................174.4 Equipment Control ......................................................................................................184.5 Viewing parameters using the gauge tool ...........................................................................184.6 Parameter message monitoring .......................................................................................204.7 Reading system serial numbers .......................................................................................214.8 Viewing alert setpoints ................................................................................................224.9 Using the Parameter Trend Viewer (live data graphing) .........................................................22

5 The Configuration Handler .................................................................... 25

5.1 Selecting the Configuration Handler .................................................................................255.2 Configuration Handler toolset ........................................................................................255.3 Configuration Handler - creating a new folder .....................................................................265.4 Configuration Handler - viewing a configuration set ..............................................................265.5 Configuration Handler - renaming a set .............................................................................275.6 Configuration Handler - deleting a set ..............................................................................285.7 Configuration Handler - duplicating a set ...........................................................................285.8 Configuration Handler - comparing a set ...........................................................................285.9 Configuration Handler - importing a set ............................................................................295.10 Configuration Handler - acquiring configuration data ............................................................315.10.1 Acquiring data from equipment ......................................................................................315.10.2 Acquiring data from a TIM Recipe Handler .........................................................................355.11 Configuration Handler - applying configuration data .............................................................365.11.1 Applying a Configuration Set ..........................................................................................375.11.2 Applying Sets to a TIM Recipe Handler ..............................................................................405.12 Configuration Handler - Recipe Handler Utilities ..................................................................42

6 The Data Logger ................................................................................ 45

6.1 Retrieving data using the Internal Logger Utility ..................................................................456.2 Exporting Internal logged data using ‘Export Logged Data Sets’ ................................................466.3 Deleting Sets of logged data ..........................................................................................48

7 Selecting display unit preferences ........................................................... 49

8 XML equipment data synchronisation ........................................................ 51

9 The Equipment Clock Synchronisation tool ................................................. 53

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10 View/change the ethernet settings .......................................................... 55

11 Service tools ..................................................................................... 57

11.1 Device defaulter ........................................................................................................5711.2 TIM/ AIM/ iTIM/ MicroTIM I/O Viewer ...............................................................................5811.3 Zero Sensors .............................................................................................................58

12 The Help Menu .................................................................................. 59

12.1 Help > About .............................................................................................................5912.2 Help > Licence ..........................................................................................................60

13 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 61

For return of equipment, complete the HS Forms at the end of this manual.

Illustrations

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1 Removing EST from your system ....................................................................................... 42 Registration screen ...................................................................................................... 53 Mail details and security code ......................................................................................... 54 Activation code window ................................................................................................ 65 Licence validation ....................................................................................................... 66 PLF RS232 communications windows (initial settings) ............................................................. 77 Serial communication settings ......................................................................................... 88 Detected equipment (serial) ........................................................................................... 89 Adding Ethernet PLF communications ................................................................................ 910 Setting the IP address on a Windows PC ............................................................................1011 Equipment list in EST window ........................................................................................1012 Typical EST main view (iGX pump connected) .....................................................................1113 EST menus ...............................................................................................................1214 Device information pop-up window ..................................................................................1215 Detected equipment icon .............................................................................................1216 Detected equipment, system controller example .................................................................1317 The monitoring menu ..................................................................................................1518 Example overview ......................................................................................................1619 Alert Handler (maximised) ............................................................................................1720 Alert Handler (minimised) .............................................................................................1721 Alert message information ............................................................................................1722 Alert over (coloured text on white background and end time shown) .........................................1823 Equipment control ......................................................................................................1824 Typical gauge pane view (iF400 default selection) ................................................................1925 Gauges - select parameters ...........................................................................................2026 Parameter message monitor ..........................................................................................2027 Serial number viewer ..................................................................................................2128 Setpoint viewer .........................................................................................................2229 Parameter trend view ..................................................................................................2330 Select setpoint limits ...................................................................................................2331 Selecting the Configuration Handler .................................................................................2532 EST Configuration Handler toolbar ...................................................................................2533 EST Configuration Handler, tool selection drop down list ........................................................2634 Creating a new folder ..................................................................................................2635 Viewing a set ............................................................................................................2736 Compare Sets, compare sets for comparison .......................................................................28

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37 Importing a Configuration Set, select source folder ..............................................................2938 Importing a Configuration Set, source folder selected ...........................................................2939 Importing a Configuration Set, select set for import .............................................................3040 Importing a Configuration Set, confirm import ....................................................................3041 Importing a Configuration Set, import successful .................................................................3142 Select acquired data source (equipment) ...........................................................................3243 Choose configuration items ...........................................................................................3344 Individual configuration items selected .............................................................................3345 Acquired data report ...................................................................................................3446 Naming an acquired set ................................................................................................3447 Select acquired data source (Recipe Handler) .....................................................................3548 Acquire data from TIM, choose equipment type ...................................................................3549 Acquire data from TIM, choose items ...............................................................................3650 Apply Set to equipment, selecting a set ............................................................................3751 Apply Set, select equipment (system) as destination .............................................................3852 Apply Set, check offset ................................................................................................3853 Apply Set, display contents ...........................................................................................3954 Apply Set to equipment ................................................................................................3955 Select TIM Recipe Handler ............................................................................................4056 View TIM Recipe Handler contents (TIM/iTIM only) ...............................................................4157 View MicroTIM Recipe Handler contents ............................................................................4258 MicroTIM and TIM/iTIM Recipe Handler Utility, example views .................................................4359 Internal Logger Utility start screen ..................................................................................4560 Internal Logger Utility, enter log file name and description .....................................................4561 Internal Logger Utility, select internal log .........................................................................4662 Internal Logger Utility, acquiring internal logs ....................................................................4663 Selecting a logged data set for export ..............................................................................4764 Choose a name and location for the exported set .................................................................4765 Deleting logged data ...................................................................................................4866 Unit Preference Selection (default shown) .........................................................................4967 XML synchronisation start screen .....................................................................................5168 Establish internet connection .........................................................................................5169 Checking/updating equipment XML files ............................................................................5270 XML synchronisation ....................................................................................................5271 Clock Synchronisation tool ............................................................................................5372 Set date ..................................................................................................................5373 View/change ethernet settings .......................................................................................5574 Device defaulter ........................................................................................................5775 TIM/ AIM/ iTIM/ MicroTIM I/O Viewer ...............................................................................5876 Zero Sensors .............................................................................................................5877 Help About pane ........................................................................................................5978 Licence Manager pane .................................................................................................60

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IntroductionD372-17-880 Issue C

1 Introduction

1.1 Scope and definitions

This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the Edwards Equipment Support Toolkit (abbreviatedto 'EST') software. This software must be used in accordance with this manual.

Read this manual before installing and using the EST software. Important safety information is highlighted asWARNING and CAUTION instructions; these instructions must be obeyed. The use of WARNINGS and CAUTIONS isdefined below.

CAUTIONCautions are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in damage to the equipment, associated equipment and process.

Throughout this manual, page and figure numbers are sequential.

1.2 Introduction

The EST software is a PC based, Microsoft™ Windows compatible program that provides a user with enhanced controland monitoring of an attached Edwards dry pumping system.

EST can be used with the PDT or system connection of the following range of Edwards products:

iXH, iXL, iXM, GXS, pXH

iGX, GX, pHMB

IPX, EPX with End User Module

iL, iH (MK2 and later)

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Multiple pump systems using the System Controller and combinations of the above pumps

WARNING

Warnings are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in injury or death to people.

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2 Installation

2.1 Computer requirements

The following hardware and software will be required to run the EST software with satisfactory performance:

EST does not support the following pre-Windows XP operating Systems: Windows 98, Windows 2000/ME, WindowsVista.

EST is not compatible with the Apple™ MAC OS.

Edwards cannot be held responsible for any problems resulting from the use of EST with an operating system otherthan Windows 10 / 8 / 7 or XP.

2.2 Installing the EST software application

Note: To install and use EST, the user is required to have Local Administrator Rights. If in doubt please contact your IT department.

The EST application (D37219650) can be downloaded from the Internet website:

www.upgrades.edwardsvacuum.com/producttemplate/en/index.html

Customers purchasing EST are supplied with a kit that includes a card with a serial number code. This unique codemust be used to register each installation of EST prior to first use. Detailed instructions for registering EST areprovided later in this manual.

Ensure that all other applications are closed down and no error messages are present. If installing over a previousversion of EST, it is recommended that you go to Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs and delete all previousversions of EST.

Copy the EST setup file to a local folder on your PC via your Internet browser and then run it.

EST setup performs a local user install, meaning each user has the to install it on a a given PC.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Processor Processor 1.5 GHz or better

Operating System Microsoft™ Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / XP(32-bit or 64-bit OS supported)

RAM 2 GB RAM minimum

HDD Space 10% of free Hard Drive space(minimum 5 GB)

Graphics 1024x768 Graphics minimum(1280x1024 or better recommended)

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2.3 Removing EST from your system

EST can be removed from your system by going to the 'Add or Remove Programs' utility on the Control Panel.

Figure 1 - Removing EST from your system

2.4 Registering and activating your product

Before using EST, the package must be registered and activated via email. The EST kit contains a card that has aunique serial number. The serial number is used by Edwards to identify your personal copy of EST. The LicenceAgreement with Edwards Limited permits one instance of EST to be installed per serial number. After installation,the card with the serial number should be kept in a secure place.

To register and activate your copy of EST, go to Start, Programs, Edwards Applications and select the EquipmentSupport Toolkit package. On running EST for the first time, the following Registration and Activation sequence willbe initiated:



Figure 2 - Registration screen

The registration screen requires the user to enter the serial number from the EST kit card and full address details.To enable the 'Request Activation Code' button, every line of the address details must be completed. It is importantthat the user name and address details are entered correctly as the information is used by Edwards Limited to informusers of product updates.

Click on the 'Request Activation Code' button to proceed.

Figure 3 - Mail details and security code

If you are installing EST on a PC with email capability that is connected to the internet, use the 'Mail' button to sendyour registration details and security code to the Licence Mailbox:-

[email protected]

If you do not have access to email from the EST host PC, use the 'Copy Data to Clipboard' to paste the informationinto a text document. The document can then be copied onto another PC and e-mailed to the Licence Mailbox above.

Note: The Licence Mailbox at Edwards is administered manually. A response to your request will usually be made within 24 hours but can take longer at weekends or when National holidays occur.

Upon receiving the activation code, click on 'Enter Code' and type or paste the number into the space provided asshown below:

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Figure 4 - Activation code window

Click on OK.

Figure 5 - Licence validation

Click on 'OK'. The Equipment Support Toolkit is now ready for use.

Note: The application will restart after the registration process is complete.

2.5 Establish communications between EST and equipment

Connection to compatible Edwards equipment can be achieved using the USB to 5-way XLR (RS232 Serial) Lead - PartNo. D49951139. This cable is supplied as part of the USB Pump RS232 Interface Kit, part no. D372-15-805. The packageis normally supplied as part of the Equipment Support Toolkit bundle.

Windows will attempt to install the USB driver automatically soon after the USB cable is first plugged in. If this isunsuccessful please refer to the detailed instructions for setting up and using the cable, plus USB drivers, that areavailable on the Edwards Software Downloads website:

http://upgrades.edwardsvacuum.com/producttemplate/en/est.shtml

Note: iH pre mk5 and EPX End User Module have an RJ12 connector, the following conversion cable is required:

The cable is also included as part of the package 'USB Pump RS232 Interface Kit' (Edwards Item number D37215805).

For pumps that are equipped with a LON port only, (iQ, iL, iPX), please contact Edwards for further information.

The cable and drivers should be installed before continuing with this section.

Connection to compatible Edwards equipment can be also achieved via Ethernet TCP/IP communications, using standard RJ45 to RJ45 patch cable.

D37370726 PDT ADAPTOR,RJ12 PLG/5W XLR SKT

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Communications between EST and the connected equipment utilise an Edwards® proprietary protocol named 'PumpLocal Format' (or PLF).

To configure PLF communications, launch EST and select the 'Options' menu. Select the utility 'PLF CommunicationsSettings'

Figure 6 - PLF RS232 communications windows (initial settings)

Upon opening the PLF Communications Settings window for the first time, settings panes for both LON and serialcommunications will be displayed.

To enable your communications hardware, proceed as follows:

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Figure 7 - Serial communication settings

Follow the above steps to select desired serial port (note that actual port allocations may differ from the exampleshown above).Successful Communications will be indicated by the interface status changing to 'open (packed)'.Additionally, the 'Detected Equipment' window will show the identity of the connected equipment (see examplebelow).

Figure 8 - Detected equipment (serial)



If the pump is iGX, iXH, iXL, iXM, GXS or CXS, then Ethernet communications can be used to talk to the pump. Thisis the fastest communications protocol for these pump types and is therefore recommended. To select Ethernetcommunications with a pump, choose PLF over TCP/IP as the PLF communications settings.

If the pump isn't already connected to an Ethernet network, plug a cable directly from the pump to the Ethernet socket on your PC. If it is on a network, connect your PC to the switch nearest the pump with an Ethernet cable.

Figure 9 - Adding Ethernet PLF communications

To find the IP address of your pump, connect a PDT and look under Setup->IP Config->IP address.

This IP address should be listed as one of the addresses in the table TC/IP Addresses to use. Select it and then press 'Done' to enable communications. Alternatively, you can identify the pump using its serial number and then press 'Done'.

If the pump is not in the list of IP addresses, then the PC's net mask or IP address domain might not be set correctly. In that case, go to the Windows Control Panel/Network and Sharing Center and select the ethernet connection to be used. Edit the Local Area Connection properties by pressing the LAN settings button, selecting Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the list and press 'Properties'. Enter a compatible IP address to make the pump visible (one with the same Subnet ID. If both your PC and the pump are already on the same network, then you shouldn't need to do this.

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Figure 10 - Setting the IP address on a Windows PC

Once you have Ethernet communications with the pump, then the pump will be listed with its IP address in the left hand side 'Equipment' box in the EST window.

Figure 11 - Equipment list in EST window


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3 Equipment support toolkit - main features

Figure 12 - Typical EST main view (iGX pump connected)

Key to EST Main View:

1. Main Menu and navigation icons - provides access to Monitoring menu, Service menu, Utility menu, Logger menu,options and Help. Each menu will be covered in more detail in later sections.

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Figure 13 - EST menus

2. Equipment Control - enables the pump to be started and stopped and provides feedback of pump status. Theuser can also take control from another control source such as a pump display terminal (PDT).

3. Detected Equipment. The currently connected equipment is shown here. Placing your mouse pointer directlyover the equipment name will display a pop-up window showing details of the connected device.

Figure 14 - Device information pop-up window

The equipment icon gives an instant indication of the running status and the alert status. When connected toequipment hosting multiple devices, a separate icon will be shown for each device.

Figure 15 - Detected equipment icon



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Figure 16 - Detected equipment, system controller example

4. Main window. The example in figure 19 shows the default Overview page. Different pages (or tools) can bechosen from the icons or from the menu system. The various tools available will be described in later sections ofthis manual.

5. Alert handler - lists alerts as they occur and provides a simple alert administration facility. The user can clearindividual alerts, all alerts or all inactive alerts. Clearing active alerts will result in the alerts re-appearing in thealert handler as they are broadcast from the connected equipment. The Alert Handler is covered in more detailin a later section.

6. Communications Activity Window - shows message activity between EST and connected equipment.

7. Indicators to show when last XML synchronisation occurred and status of EST Licence. The XML files containequipment-specific messages that are used by EST.

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4 Using the monitoring toolsEST provides a comprehensive set of tools to monitor connected equipment. The tools can be accessed via theMonitoring menu shown below:

Figure 17 - The monitoring menu

The monitoring menu is split into two sections:

The top section contains the 'default' tools that normally occupy the application - these tools are enabledand shown at their maximum size when the application is first opened

The lower section of the monitoring menu lists a selection of single-task monitoring tools that enable theuser to monitor equipment data in more detail

The following sections explain how to use each tool.

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4.1 Overview

Figure 18 - Example overview

The Overview screen provides key information from the connected equipment in a single view comprising thefollowing:

Gauge pane - up to 6 gauges showing key parameters

Input/output status pane showing key I/O states

Serial Numbers list (scrollable) showing all available numbers

Counters /Timers list (scrollable) showing all available stored data

Each pane listed above can be selected as an individual tool from the main monitoring menu.

4.2 Equipment detection

The Equipment Detection tool provides the following functionality:

Automatic detection and display of all equipment types that are connected.

Hierarchical view shows all communication ports in use.

Attached equipment displayed as a tree view.

'Active' equipment icons showing colour-coded running and alarm status.

Display of offset addresses for equipment attached to System Controllers.

The Equipment Detection tool can be closed and re-opened using the dedicated icon .

For further information on using the Equipment Detection tool, please refer to Section 3.


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4.3 The Alert Handler

The Alert Handler is a core service. It is always operational and visible whilst equipment is connected.

The basic functionality of the Alert Handler has already been covered in Section 3.

Three types of alert are handled:

Warnings (yellow) - a parameter has exceeded a high or low warning threshold, but equipment will continueto run.

Alarms (red) - a parameter has exceeded a high or low alarm threshold. Equipment will shut down (unless theequipment associated with the alert has been configured for 'Run Til Crash' operation).

Fatal Alarms (purple) - these are alarms that override ‘Run Til Crash’ mode and shut the equipment down.E.g. an exhaust overpressure alarm on parameter 39.

Clicking on the Alert Handler icon or the Alert Handler option from the Monitoring menu alternately minimisesand maximises the Alert Handler as shown below:

Figure 19 - Alert Handler (maximised)

Figure 20 - Alert Handler (minimised)

An alert message contains the following information:

Figure 21 - Alert message information

Key to Figure 19:

1. Alert Source (Communication port that equipment is connected to).

2. Equipment base ID (typically 1 for drypumps, 801 for boosters). For equipment connected via a systemcontroller, numbers will be offset by 1000 for each device e.g. 2001, 3001 etc.

3. Equipment type to which it applies.

4. Equipment Parameter (parameter numbers andand names tend to be common across all equipment types).

5. Parameter Name.

6. Alert priority type (Warning/ Alarm/ Fatal Alarm).

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7. Alert code (this should always be quoted in any correspondence with Edwards).

8. Alert message.

9. Current parameter value.

10. Setpoint that was exceeded.

11. Applicable units.

12. Time and date at which alert first occurred.

If a parameter should return to its normal operational range after going into an alert state, the alert message will beclearly identified as over. Any inactive alerts can be cleared using the 'Clear Inactive Alerts button.

Figure 22 - Alert over (coloured text on white background and end time shown)

4.4 Equipment Control

Equipment Control is an optional service in that the tool can be closed when not needed. The Equipment Control barcan be reinstated by clicking on the Equipment Control icon or by selecting Equipment Control from theMonitoring menu.

The Equipment Control bar enables the user to take control of currently selected equipment and once under controlof the PC, to start up and shut down that equipment.

Figure 23 - Equipment control

Key to Figure 21

1. Communication port allocated to selected equipment.

2. Current Control Source (Pump Display Terminal, Tool Interface or PC).

3. Take Control/Release Control button.

4. Pump Status Indicator (Stopped/Starting/Running/Stopping).

5. Start Equipment.

6. Auto Shutdown (initiates a managed shutdown).

7. Fast Shutdown (Equipment is shut down safely as rapidly as possible).

4.5 Viewing parameters using the gauge tool

The gauges tool allows a user to select and view analogue parameters in a vertical bar gauge format. The tool can

be selected directly using the Gauge tool icon or via the monitoring menu. A typical gauge view is shown in

Figure 24:


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Figure 24 - Typical gauge pane view (iF400 default selection)

Key to Figure 22

1. A gauge typically provides the following information:

Parameter value (shown in bar and numerical format)

Name of parameter

Alert limits on side bar (warning, alarm and shutdown alarm)

Units of measurement and scale

Equipment to which the parameter belongs

2. A pop-up tool tip style window displays key parameter data when the mouse pointer is placed over theequipment name underneath the chosen parameter.

3. The Select Parameters button enables the user to choose other parameters for display. A new tabbed displaypanel is created when the number of selected parameters can no longer fit on one panel.

Referring to Figure 25, each analogue parameter is assigned an importance level (high, medium or low). The defaultview for each equipment family displays gauges for 'high' importance parameters only. The window above can be usedto customise the gauges tool to the requirements of the user. The settings are retained whilst the equipment isconnected. Disconnecting the equipment or closing and re-opening the application will reset the gauges tool to thedefault settings.

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Figure 25 - Gauges - select parameters

4.6 Parameter message monitoring

The parameter message monitor provides a useful method of monitoring messages as they are broadcast from theattached equipment. The parameter message monitor can be directly selected using the icon or via themonitoring menu. An example parameter message monitor screen is shown below:

Figure 26 - Parameter message monitor

When the tool is first selected, the most frequently broadcast parameters will populate the grid first. Over a shortperiod of time, parameters that broadcast less frequently will be captured until at least one instance of eachparameter has been recorded. The grid will continually be updated as new values are received by EST. The updaterates vary between 1 second for high-importance parameters such as power and current to 45 seconds for some ofthe less important parameters.


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4.7 Reading system serial numbers

To read serial numbers from attached equipment, a dedicated tool is provided. An example screen is shown below.

Figure 27 - Serial number viewer

The example above shows an iF400 Drypump/Booster combination with a single board controller.

Gas node module and Sensor node module numbers are only available from iQ pumps and early iH pumps withdistributed control systems.

Display node, NIM node and TIM node will be shown if the devices are present.

The tool will not permit numbers to be edited.

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4.8 Viewing alert setpoints

The Setpoints Viewer provides the user with a detailed view of the setpoints for all the key parameters of theattached equipment. The viewer also displays the real time values of each parameter. The tool can be selecteddirectly using the icon or via the monitoring menu.

For a typical parameter, there may be up to 4 individual setpoints as follows:

When first opened, the Setpoint Viewer will show the setpoints for the high importance parameters belonging to theattached equipment. The example below is for an iF400:

Figure 28 - Setpoint viewer

Key to Figure 26

The parameter selection window is identical in functionality to that employed by the Gauges tool (please refer toSection 4.5).

4.9 Using the Parameter Trend Viewer (live data graphing)

The Parameter Trend Viewer provides the user with a configurable real-time graphing tool that can plot up to 6parameters simultaneously. The tool can be selected directly using the icon or via the monitoring menu.

Upon selecting the tool for the first time, the user is presented with a list of parameters from which a maximum ofany six can be chosen. Make your choice by selecting required parameters and click on the OK button when done.

1 LoSetpt2 Low alarm/shutdown alarm - i.e. very low coolant temperature

2 LoSetpt1 Low warning - i.e. low coolant temperature

3 HiSetpt1 High warning - i.e. high coolant temperature

4 HiSetpt2 High Alarm/shutdown alarm - i.e. very high coolant temperature

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A typical trend view is shown belowFigure 29 - Parameter trend view

Key to Figure 27

1. Select Parameters. Click here to select new parameters for display. The trending tool can display up to sixparameters simultaneously. The parameter selection page functions in a similar way to the example alreadydescribed for the gauge tool (please refer to Section 4.5).

2. Show limits. Any applicable setpoint limits for the currently displayed parameters can be chosen from this dropdown list. This example shows the applied limits for exhaust pressure.

Figure 30 - Select setpoint limits

3. Apply time period - the X-axis can be set for a period between 1 minute and 99 days.

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5 The Configuration HandlerThe Configuration Handler provides a selection of tools to allow the user to acquire, apply and manage configurationdata. To ensure ease of use, the layout of the utility is similar to that employed by Microsoft™ for Windows Explorer.

Edwards semiconductor pumping equipment can be re-configured to meet specific user requirements. The re-configuration may take the form of a modified parameter setpoint or setting an accessory-related parameter tofitted. To modify equipment, a configuration data file (hereinafter referred to as a 'Configuration Set') containingthe revised data must be applied via the serial port.

Where Edwards equipment connects to the customer tool via a Tool Interface Module (TIM), EST provides a tool forapplying Configuration Sets to a TIM Recipe Handler. The Recipe Handler in the TIM automatically applies any storedsets to connected equipment as it is powered on thereby ensuring that a replacement pump is configured correctlyfor use with the host tool.

The Configuration Handler can also be used to acquire configuration data from attached equipment. Acquired datacan be saved into sets that can be used for comparison with other acquired sets for verification purposes. Acquiredsets can also be exported for use on other EST-equipped PCs.

CAUTIONOnly use Edwards approved 'D' numbered Configuration Sets. If in doubt, contact your local Edwards representative. Do not attempt to modify exported configuration sets.

5.1 Selecting the Configuration Handler

The Configuration Handler can be selected directly using the Configuration Handler icon or via the Utilities menu.

Figure 31 - Selecting the Configuration Handler

5.2 Configuration Handler toolset

The Configuration Handler is provided with a toolbar for navigation purposes. Some tools can be accessed by selectingand right-clicking on a chosen configuration set and then selecting the required function from the drop-down list.

The following sections explain each tool in detail

Figure 32 - EST Configuration Handler toolbar

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Figure 33 - EST Configuration Handler, tool selection drop down list

5.3 Configuration Handler - creating a new folder

The procedure for creating a new folder is initiated by clicking on the 'New Folder' icon . Upon selecting theicon, a new folder is automatically created with the name 'New Folder'. The new folder is automatically highlightedto allow a new name to be entered.

Figure 34 - Creating a new folder

5.4 Configuration Handler - viewing a configuration set

There are three ways in which a Configuration Set can be opened for viewing:

Select (highlight) the required set and click on the 'View Set' icon

Right-click on the required set and choose the view set icon from the drop-down list

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An example of a set opened for viewing is shown below:

Figure 35 - Viewing a set

Key to Figure 35

1. A list of named configuration items is shown on the left - hand side of the viewing window. For each named item,a parameter ID and a Configuration ID is quoted. For a given parameter ID there can be multiple configurationitems. For example a Parameter ID such as Dry Pump Power (Parameter 4) could have Configuration 86 (alertfiltering) and Configuration 0 (Analogue setpoint values) included in the same set.

2. The list on the right-hand side of the viewing window shows the fields that comprise a configuration item. Theexample shown above is Configuration ID zero, (analogue setpoint values) for parameter 54 (booster bodytemperature). The example shows that a configuration 'item' can comprise multiple value fields. The fields arenot editable.

The viewing window can be closed by clicking on the 'OK' or 'Cancel' buttons.

5.5 Configuration Handler - renaming a set

A Configuration Set can be renamed in two ways:

1. Highlight the set and click on the 'Rename Set' toolbar button. The set will then be selected for renamingand the new name can be keyed in followed by the 'Enter' key to complete the operation.

2. Right-click on the chosen set. A drop down list including the 'Rename' option will be displayed. Key in the newname followed by the 'Enter' key.

The renaming procedure can be aborted by pressing the 'Escape' key. The set name will revert to the original name.

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5.6 Configuration Handler - deleting a set

A Configuration Set can be deleted in two ways:

1. Highlight the set and click on the 'Delete Set' toolbar button. The user will be asked to confirm or cancelthe delete operation.

2. Right-click on the chosen set. A drop down list including the 'Delete' option will be displayed. Choose the deleteoption and confirm or cancel the delete procedure when asked.

Multiple sets can be deleted by selecting sets using the up/down arrows whilst holding down the shift key. The deleteprocedure will then handle the sets as a group for deletion purposes.

5.7 Configuration Handler - duplicating a set

A Configuration Set can be duplicated in two ways:

1. Highlight the set and click on the 'Duplicate Set' toolbar button. A copy will be created with the prefix'Copy of' followed by the existing file name. For example, if a set named iH Gate Valve Enable was duplicated,the new file would be named 'Copy of iH Gate Valve Enable'.

2. Right-click on the chosen set. A drop down list including the 'Duplicate' option will be displayed. Upon choosingthe option, the procedure is identical to that already described.

When a duplicate set is first created, it is appended to the end of the currently selected folder. The ConfigurationSets are re-sorted alphabetically only when the Configuration Handler is closed and then re-opened.

5.8 Configuration Handler - comparing a set

The 'Compare Set' tool is useful for such tasks as comparing a 'D' numbered Configuration Set with a set acquired froma pump. The compare tool will highlight the configuration items that are identical and those which differ. In addition,the tool will also identify items that appear in one set only.

The Compare Set tool employs a simple 'Wizard' procedure with on-screen instructions at every stage.

To begin the Compare Sets procedure, select the 'Compare Sets' icon on the Configuration Handler toolbar.

Figure 36 - Compare Sets, compare sets for comparison

The above screen prompts the user to select at least two sets for comparison (note that the tool will permit morethan two sets to be compared if required).

Select the required sets and press 'Next'.


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5.9 Configuration Handler - importing a set

The Import tool enables the user to import configuration sets from the following equipment support packages: SingleEquipment Monitor (SEM), FabWorks 1.XX and FabWorks 2.XX. Upon importing a set, the internal structure of the setis automatically converted to the EST standard. Sets that do not conform to one of the above three standards will berejected by the Import tool.

The Import tool employs a simple 'Wizard' procedure with on-screen instructions at every stage.

To import a file, select the Import icon from the Configuration Handler toolbar. From the first screen of theimport wizard, select the browse button at the right hand end of the source folder path.

Figure 37 - Importing a Configuration Set, select source folder

Navigate to and select the source folder that contains the configuration set to be imported…

Figure 38 - Importing a Configuration Set, source folder selected

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Select ‘Next’ to list the Configuration Sets in the chosen folder.

Figure 39 - Importing a Configuration Set, select set for import

Select ‘Next’ and then ‘yes’ when requested to proceed with the import process.

Figure 40 - Importing a Configuration Set, confirm import

After selecting ‘Yes’, the import will be executed. A report will be posted in the results window to confirm that theimport process was successful (See Figure 41).


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Figure 41 - Importing a Configuration Set, import successful

Click on 'Finish' when done.

The imported set is now in the correct format for EST and can be safely applied to a matching equipment type.

5.10 Configuration Handler - acquiring configuration data

The Acquire tool enables the user to acquire configuration data from attached equipment and save it to aConfiguration Set. The acquire procedure requires the user to supply a name for the new set. The acquire procedureis particularly useful for tasks such as verifying the configuration settings within equipment by comparing an acquiredset against a known good set.

TIM Recipe Handlers:

If the attached equipment is being used with a TIM, iTIM or MicroTIM, the Acquire tool also provides the option toacquire any stored Configuration items in the TIM recipe handler. Configuration items stored in the Recipe Handlerare automatically transferred to connected equipment on power-up. This ensures that swapped-out equipment isalways correctly configured for it's intended use. The TIM Recipe Handler groups configuration items by equipmentfamily (iQ, iH etc).

5.10.1 Acquiring data from equipment

To acquire configuration data from attached equipment, proceed as follows:

Select the Acquire icon from the Configuration Handler toolbar.

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Figure 42 - Select acquired data source (equipment)

Choose the option to 'Acquire from System and select 'Next'.


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Figure 43 - Choose configuration items

The configuration item selection window provides options to acquire all the configuration items or all the non-optional items. To choose individual items, select 'none' and then select the required items from the list. (see below)

Figure 44 - Individual configuration items selected

For pump types that support the feature, the box 'Changed Only' appears. Ticking this box restricts the list ofconfiguration items selectable to those that have been changed to be different from their default settings.

Click on ‘Next’ when configuration items have been chosen.

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Figure 45 - Acquired data report

The Acquired Data Report lists all the successfully acquired items.

The contents of a configuration item can be viewed by clicking on the item in the grid. The data fields for the itemwill be displayed on the right-hand side of the grid.

Select 'Next' when done.

Figure 46 - Naming an acquired set

Name the new Configuration Set and select OK. The procedure for acquiring data from attached equipment is nowcomplete.


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5.10.2 Acquiring data from a TIM Recipe Handler

To acquire data from a TIM Recipe Handler, proceed as follows:

Select the Acquire icon from the Configuration Handler toolbar.

If a TIM/iTIM or MicroTIM is detected, the options of acquiring data from the system or from the TIM/iTIM/MicroTIMRecipe Handler will be offered.

Figure 47 - Select acquired data source (Recipe Handler)

Choose ‘Acquire From Recipe Handler’ and select ‘Next’

Figure 48 - Acquire data from TIM, choose equipment type

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The Recipe Handler lists the contents by equipment type (note that GX/iGX/iXH/iXL/iXM/GXS/pHMB and variants areall grouped under type:other). Select the type of equipment for which you wish to extract the configuration itemsand select 'Next'.

Figure 49 - Acquire data from TIM, choose items

The TIM Recipe Handler does not identify the stored items, it only provides information on the number of stored itemsper equipment type. If you know the parameter number/configuration type for each stored item, select option 'None'and then select each item you wish to acquire by clicking on the corresponding check box in the 'Get' column. If youare unsure of the parameter number/configuration type identities, use the default option 'All'. This option does takelonger to execute but will ensure that all configuration items held in the TIM for your chosen equipment type will beacquired.

Click on 'Next' when done.

The remaining steps to acquire the data and store as a Configuration Set follow the procedure explained in theprevious section.

5.11 Configuration Handler - applying configuration data

The Apply tool allows a user to perform the following procedures:

Apply a Configuration Set to attached equipment

WARNING

Using this facility can change the way in which equipment operates. The facility should only be used to apply Edwards approved sets.


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Apply a Configuration Set to the TIM Recipe Handler of attached equipment

Apply a Configuration Set to the Recipe Handler of a System Controller

5.11.1 Applying a Configuration Set

To apply a set to connected equipment, select a set as shown below.

Figure 50 - Apply Set to equipment, selecting a set

Click on the Apply Set icon

(The chosen set must be compatible with the attached equipment type)

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Figure 51 - Apply Set, select equipment (system) as destination

If the attached equipment is hosting a TIM, iTIM or MicroTIM, the option to apply the selected set to the system orthe TIM Recipe Handler will be offered. To apply the set directly to the attached equipment, select 'Apply to System'followed by the 'Next' key.

Figure 52 - Apply Set, check offset

The offset addresses of the equipment and the set to be applied are displayed here. If there is a difference inaddresses, the offset address of the set will be automatically adjusted to match that of the attached equipment whenthe set is applied.

Select 'Next' to continue.


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Figure 53 - Apply Set, display contents

The above screen allows the user to check the contents of a set before it is applied to the attached equipment.

Select 'Next' to proceed.

Figure 54 - Apply Set to equipment

The above screen provides a report on each applied configuration item. Select 'Close' to continue if all results are OK.

The procedure for applying a set to single equipment is now complete.

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5.11.2 Applying Sets to a TIM Recipe Handler

The various types of Tool Interface Module (TIM, iTIM, MicroTIM) all provide a Recipe Handler that can storeconfiguration data for the hosted pump. Configuration data stored in a TIM Recipe Handler will be transferred to thehosted pump at a 'power on' event this ensures that exchanged pumps are always configured for the intended processtask.

As a general rule, TIM and iTIMs tend to be used with iQ and iH/iL/iF equipment types.

MicroTIMs plug directly into the host equipment and are used by GX/iGX/iX series pump types.

To apply a configuration set to a TIM Recipe Handler, proceed as follows:

Select 'Apply Set and select 'Apply to Recipe Handler'.

Figure 55 - Select TIM Recipe Handler

Select ‘Next’ to advance to Recipe Handler contents view.

The TIM/iTIM can store configuration items for multiple equipment types in dedicated 'slot' positions. An example isshown below.


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Figure 56 - View TIM Recipe Handler contents (TIM/iTIM only)

The MicroTIM (microTIM) only stores configuration items for a single equipment type (the action of plugging amicroTIM into a different generation of equipment will erase any stored configuration items).

A typical example view of the Recipe Handler contents for a microTIM installed on an iXH-type pump is shown below:

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Figure 57 - View MicroTIM Recipe Handler contents

For all types of TIM, the number of stored items of the same equipment type as the set to be applied is displayedhere. If the set contains duplicate items, these will over-write the items already stored in the TIM. If OK, press 'Next'to continue.

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5.11.3 Sending a set to USB device

If your pump has a USB socket, it is possible to use USB memory drive to apply configuration sets to a pump.

Configuration sets to be applied to a pump via a USB memory device must be loaded onto the memory device by selecting the configuration to be loaded and then clicking to show the "Send to USB" option.

Figure 58 - Send Configuration to USB

5.12 Configuration Handler - Recipe Handler Utilities

The Recipe Handler Utility provides the following information/functionality:

Information - Number of items currently stored

Information - Remaining available space

Functionality - Delete Recipe from handler

Functionality - Transfer Recipe from Recipe Handler to the hosted equipment

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Figure 59 - MicroTIM and TIM/iTIM Recipe Handler Utility, example views

MicroTIM Recipe Handler typical view TIM/iTIM Recipe Handler typical view

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6 The Data LoggerThe Data Logger menu provides a collection of utilities that enable the user to carry out the following tasks:

Retrieve internally logged data from attached equipment

Export log file to Tab Separated Variable (TSV) format

Delete unwanted log files from the EST database

6.1 Retrieving data using the Internal Logger Utility

The Internal Logger enables the user to retrieve internally logged data from attached equipment. The data set isstored to the EST database and is uniquely referenced by a user-specified name and description. The data can beretrieved as follows:

Go to the data logger menu and select 'Internal Logger Utility' or select the internal logger icon from the maintoolbar.

From the following screen, select 'Next'.

Figure 60 - Internal Logger Utility start screen

Enter Log file (data set) name (1) and description (2) and select ‘Next’.

Figure 61 - Internal Logger Utility, enter log file name and description

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Figure 62 - Internal Logger Utility, select internal log

Figure 63 - Internal Logger Utility, acquiring internal logs

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When connected to a pump type supporting expanded logging, the following screen will be displayed to select which data to select the data type and time range of log data to acquire.

Figure 64 - Internal Logger Utility acquiring expanded internal log data

There are three kinds of data log stored:

the 'standard data' log (parameter data stored on a regular long-term basis)

the 'session' log (user event data, e.g.: when a PC running EST has connected to the pump)

up to four 'critical data' logs (data stored after critical pump events, e.g. pump alarms)

When selecting which log data to acquire, the first date and last date boxes can be edited to select the time range of data required. This can considerably reduce the time taken to acquire the data log.

Also the number of entries acquired from the standard data log can be changed by clicking on the Total Required box. It defaults to be the most recent 60,000 entries. However, by clicking on it the entire standard data log is selected for acquisition instead. This can also considerably reduce the data log acquisition time.

6.2 Exporting Internal logged data using ‘Export Logged Data Sets’

The 'Export Logged Data Sets' utility enables saved data sets to be exported to a user-specified folder as a 'TSV' (TabSeparated Variable) format file. The TSV format is compatible with spreadsheet packages such as Microsoft™ Excel.

To select the export tool, go to the data logger menu and select 'Export Logged Data Sets' or select the iconfrom the main toolbar.

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Select the set to be exported from the following screen:

Figure 65 - Selecting a logged data set for export

Figure 66 - Choose a name and location for the exported set


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6.3 Deleting Sets of logged data

The EST database has sufficient capacity for many thousands of datasets. However, the task of listing and selectinga set for export can become tedious when large numbers of sets are stored. The 'Delete Data Logger Sets' tool allowsthe user to delete sets that are no longer required.

To select the Delete tool, go to the data logger menu and select 'Delete Data Logger Sets' or select the iconfrom the main toolbar.

The following figure shows the utility window for deleting sets. The user can choose to delete either single or multiplesets. The selected set(s) will not be deleted until the 'Delete' button is selected.

Figure 67 - Deleting logged data

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7 Selecting display unit preferencesEST provides a utility that enables the unit preferences for temperature, flow, pressure and power to be customised.The utility can be found in the Options menu. The following figure shows the full range of units available to the user.

Figure 68 - Unit Preference Selection (default shown)

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8 XML equipment data synchronisationEST utilises an encrypted XML based file system to support the different types of Edwards pumping equipment. Thecontent of these files is occasionally updated to support new equipment features or even new equipment types.

EST provides a synchronisation utility that connects to an Edwards server via the internet. Upon establishing aconnection, all the XML support files are individually checked against the versions held on the server and thenupdated if necessary. The procedure can take up to 20 minutes to complete.

To start the synchronisation process, go to the Utilities menu and select 'XML Sync' or select the icon from themain toolbar.

The following figure illustrates the connection between the PC receiving the updated files and the server. Press 'Next'to continue.

Figure 69 - XML synchronisation start screen

The next screen provides confirmation of a connection to the internet. Press 'Next' when an internet connection isestablished.

Figure 70 - Establish internet connection

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The XML files stored on the local PC will now be checked against those stored on the Edwards server. Out of datefiles will be updated.

Figure 71 - Checking/updating equipment XML files

On completion, the user is asked to acknowledge by pressing the 'Finish' button.

Figure 72 - XML synchronisation

Upon completion of the XML synchronization process, it is recommended that the application is restarted to ensurethat any changes take effect.


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9 The Equipment Clock Synchronisation tool

The Clock Synchronisation tool allows the user to set the real-time clock in attached equipment to match the currentPC time. The user can also specify a date and time to write to the equipment.

To select the Clock Sync tool, go to the Utilities menu and select 'Clock Sync' or select the icon from the maintoolbar.

Figure 73 - Clock Synchronisation tool

To synchronise the pump date and time with the PC, use the Sync Time button.

To set the pump date, select the 'down' arrow on the set time selection box.

Figure 74 - Set date

To set the time, click on the time and enter the new value directly.

To commit the new date and time to the connected equipment, click on the 'Set Time' button.

Note: Although the majority of equipment types are fitted with a real-time clock, only the iXH/iXM/iXL/GXS/pHMB equipment family allow the date and time to be read and displayed by EST.

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10 Service toolsThe Equipment Support Toolkit provides 3 tools in the Service Menu:

Device Defaulter - allows the user to reset connected equipment to its default configuration

TIM/ AIM/ iTIM/ microTIM I/O Viewer - allows the user to view the status of discrete inputs/outputs on these devices

Zero Sensors - allows the user to 'zero' flow and pressure sensors fitted to the gas module of certain pump types. The zeroing operation accommodates the voltage drift on older sensors

10.1 Device defaulter

Figure 75 - Device defaulter

Edwards semiconductor pumping equipment can be re-configured to meet specific user requirements. The re-configuration may take the form of a modified parameter setpoint or setting an accessory-related parameter to fitted. The Device Defaulter enables the user to reset connected equipment to it's factory default configuration - ie the default configuration values for each parameter that are stored within the equipment's control system will be restored - therefore overwriting any modified values.

Where Edwards equipment connects to the customer tool via a Tool Interface Module (TIM, iTIM, microTIM), the Recipe Handler in the TIM automatically applies any stored sets to connected equipment as the equipment is powered on thereby ensuring that a replacement pump is configured correctly for use with the host tool. That if the Device Defaulter is used to reset equipment connected to any type of TIM, the equipment will be reset to its default configuration but any configurations held in the TIM Recipe Handler will be retained. These configurations will be re-applied to the attached equipment on a power-cycle event.

To use the Device Defaulter, select the equipment to be defaulted and press the 'Set To Defaults' button.

When using the Device Defaulter, please note the following:

The connected equipment will be momentarily disconnected from EST as it re-initialised. This is normal behaviour

If the connected equipment utilises a TIM (TIM /iTIM /microTIM), any configurations held in the TIM Recipe Handler will be retained. These configurations will be re-applied to the attached equipment on a power-cycle event.

The Device Defaulter should be used with caution. Do not use whilst the equipment is running or whilst it is connected to process equipment.

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10.2 TIM/ AIM/ iTIM/ MicroTIM I/O Viewer

Figure 76 - TIM/ AIM/ iTIM/ MicroTIM I/O Viewer

The TIM/ AIM/ iTIM/ iTIM/ MicroTIM I/O Viewer enables the user to view the status of digital inputs and outputs on a Tool Interface Module (TIM) or an Auxiliary Interface Module (AIM) where fitted. The type of device used will depend on the pump type:

On selecting the viewer, the I/O state boxes will initially be blank. The I/O status for each I/O line will be updated with the correct state as the data is received from the connected equipment. This can take up to 40 seconds to complete.

10.3 Zero Sensors

Pumps from the iQ and iH families are provided with internal routines for zeroing pressure and flow sensors fitted to Gas Modules. EST provides a menu for initiating and monitoring these routines. The routines effectively remove any voltage offset that is outputted from a flow sensor (parameter 35) at zero flow or from a pressure sensor (parameter 39) at atmospheric pressure. This enables the output from the sensor to retain accuracy over it's lifetime.

For equipment types that do not support the zeroing function on parameters 35 and 39, attempts at zeroing will have no effect on the attached equipment.

Figure 77 - Zero Sensors


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11 The Help MenuThe Help Menu provides two menu choices:

Help > About

Help > Licence

11.1 Help > About

Figure 78 - Help About pane

The Help > About pane provides detailed version information. This information should always be quoted when corresponding with Edwards Limited regarding the EST application.

A text file of the version information can be created by clicking on 'Copy Version Info to clipboard' and then pasting into a Text document such as Microsoft™ Word or Notepad.

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11.2 Help > Licence

Figure 79 - Licence Manager pane

The Licence Manager screen enables the EST user to notify Edwards when the licence is deactivated. This feature should be used when moving EST between different PC's as it provides confirmation to Edwards Ltd. that only a single instance of EST is being used per package purchased.

To deactivate, click the deactivation button and follow the instructions to send the deactivation code to:

[email protected]

To reactivate on another PC, install from the supplied CD and follow the on-screen instructions to send the registration details to Edwards.


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12 TroubleshootingEST maintains an error log file called 'Equipment Support Toolkit.err' where all code exceptions relating to EST are stored.

For XP users, it is stored at:

C:\Documents and Settings\{user name}\Local Settings\Application Data\Edwards\Edwards Equipment Support Toolkit\logs

For Windows 7, 8 and 10 users, it is stored at:

C:\Users\{user name}\AppData\Local\Edwards\Edwards Equipment Support Toolkit\logs

In the event of a pop-up error dialogue (exception) occurring whilst EST is running, use the following procedure:

Make a note of the error or make a copy of the EST window using PrintScreen button and pasting into Paint or similar program.

click on OK to close the error dialogue pane

Close EST

Restart EST and repeat action that caused error to occur.

If error is repeatable, send details and a copy of the Equipment Support Toolkit.err file to:

[email protected]

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