Solaris Air Compressor
Installation Guide/Solaris Air Compressor Installation Guide Rev 3 PN IG-0015 RSID 1602 EN 14/09/22

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Rev3

Partnumber updateD.Lai

25/08/2022

How to use this Installation Guide
This document is intended to be used only as a Quick Start Guide, to facilitate safe andcorrect installation and initial configuration of your Peak Scientific gas generator.
For more extensive user operation directions, we recommend you download the User
Manual from the website.

Please visit www.peakscientific.com/downloads todownload the full User Manual for your Air Compressor.
Thank you for selecting Peak Scientific to meet your laboaratory gas generation needs,
and should you require any further assistance or support please do not hesitate tocontact Peak Scientific or Peak Partner from which you purchased your air compressor.

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Safety Notices
Peak Scientific Instruments cannot anticipate every possible circumstance which may
represent a potential hazard. The warnings detailed within this document detail themost known potential hazards, but by definition cannot be all inclusive. If the useremploys an operating procedure, item of equipment or a method of working which
is not specifically recommended by Peak Scientific, the user must ensure that theequipment will not be damaged or become hazardous to persons or property.

Symbols
This document uses the following symbols to highlight specific areas important to thesafe and proper use of the air compressor.

WARNINGA WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure,
process or similar, which if not correctly performed or adhered to, could cause
personal injury or in the worst case death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING
notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood or met.

CAUTIONA CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure,
process or similar, which if not correctly performed or adhered to, could cause
damage to the air compressor or the application. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION
notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood or met.
Caution, risk of electric shock. Ensure power to the Air Compressor has been
removed before proceeding.

Safety Notice to Users

WARNINGWARNING

These instructions must be read thoroughly and understood before
installation and operation of your Peak Solaris Air Compressor. Use ofthe air compressor in a manner not specified by Peak Scientific MAY
impair the SAFETY provided by the equipment.
When handling, operating or carrying out any maintenance, personnel
must employ safe engineering practices and observe all relevant local
health and safety requirements and regulations. The attention of UK
users is drawn to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and theInstitute of Electrical Engineers regulations.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer,
the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

WARNING

Page 3Fittings Kit

x1

US Mains Cable C13 6-15 04-1029

x3m

1/4” Teflon Tubing 00-1266

x1

US Mains Cable C13 5-15 04-1039

x2

1/4” x 1/4” Compression Fitting 02-4421

x1

UK Mains Cable C13 04-1030

x1

EU Mains Cable C13 04-1038
Page 4x12.5mm Hex Key 00-5483

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WARNING0°0°
Unpack the air compressor from the shipping crate and position on a flat surface, indesired area.
WARNING the weight of the unit constitutes a two man lift. Safe lifting practices areadvised.

2.

Remove the fascia from the air compressor, by first pulling towards you.

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Next pull the fascia upwards and away from the air compressor.

4.
CAUTION00-5483
Now take the left side panel off, by removing the two screws shown in the image
above, using the hex key (00-5843) provided
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The side panel can now be removed by pulling the panel towards you.

6.

With the side panel removed you now have access to the transit bracket. This islocated under the compressor and is marked with a sticker reading Remove Before
Use. To remove the transit bracket, first remove the 4 screws from the bracket asshown.
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The bracket can now be slid out from underneath the compressor tray.

8.

Re-attach the side panel and replace the screws.

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Replace the fascia, ensuring it is securely fastened.

10.

02-4421

Connect the supplied 1/4” compression fittings (02-4421) to the Air Output andDrain ports.

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CAUTION

04-1030/04-1029/04-1038/04-1039
Select the appropriate mains cable from the fittings kit and plug the IEC 60320/C13
cable into the mains input at the rear of the air compressor.
Please note both 110V and 230V US cables have been supplied, select the correct
mains cable for your supply voltage.

12.
CAUTIONUKEUUS110V

US230V

Plug the mains cable into the corresponding 100-230VAC 50/60Hz single phasepower supply.
CAUTION ensure the correct cable has been selected for your electrical supply
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Press the POWER switch located at the rear of the air compressor.

14.

/CONGRATULATIONSYour Peak Scientific Solaris air compressor is now fully installed. operational andready to supply air on demand to your generator.
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General Notes* Electrical requirements are 100-230VAC nominal +/- 10% depending on chosenmodel. However, running continuously at voltages outwith this is not recommended.
Extended periods at extremes can have a detrimental effect on the operation and lifeof the air compressor.
Please familiarise yourself with the full User Manual available at www.peakscientific.
com/downloads This includes all other technical specifications, operating
instructions, service requirements, contact details and trouble shooting.

Page 12Go Online or Complete and Return
We know that registering any of your recently purchased products is not thefirst thing on your mind- but it is very important to both of us. Not all warranties
are alike and Peak Scientific stand out against other gas suppliers as we offer acomprehensive, quick response, on-site warranty. This means that in the very
unlikely case that your gas generator develops a fault we have rapid support
teams on-hand around the world who are able to come to your lab and get you
back up and running in no time.
Register for your comprehensive 12 month on-site warranty with ease online atwww.peakscientific.com/protected.
Alternatively, you can send the completed form to Peak Scientific by post or
email at warranty@peakscientific.com.

Go Online or Complete and Return
You can register for your FREE 12 month Warranty with ease online atwww.peakscientific/protected.
Alternatively, you can send the completed form to Peak Scientific by post or
email at warranty@peakscientific.com.

Product Warranty Registration
Contact name
Email addressCompanyAddress
City/town
PostcodeCountryTelephone
Generator serial #Model typeInstallation dateDo you still use analternative gas solution i.e.
cylinders or bulk liquid?

Yes

What gas requirements do
you have in your lab?

Hydrogen

NoNitrogen

Zero Air

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Important!
You have 1 month to register your Peak Scientific product from the date ofinstallation. Once registered the warranty will be honoured for a period of 12months. If you wish to defer the installation of your generator, you must notify
Peak Scientific immediately by emailing warranty@peakscientific.com. Forgenerators that remain unregistered after 1 month from the shipment date, thewarranty will be considered active from the date of factory dispatch.
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Please visit www.peakscientific.com/downloads todownload the full User Manual for your air compressor.

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across every continent around the world. This allows us to provide an industry-leading rapid response
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