TGA701 (원료분석기)

TGA701
Thermogravimetric Analyzer
Instruction Manual
Version 1.43
Part Number 200-287
October 2011
Patents are Pending in U.S.A. and other countries
2011 LECO Corporation
Minor revisions may not be reflected in this manual.
Introduction
The Introduction chapter provides general information including safety
guidelines and warranty terms. This chapter also provides information
about parts and accessories.
Introduction ............................................................................... 13
Illustrations .................................................................................. 16
Software License ........................................................................... 18
Warranty.................................................................................... 112
WEEE......................................................................................... 113
LECO-Supplied Dell Computers ..................................................... 118
Interference to Other Devices ....................................................... 120
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................. 121
Accessing the Manual................................................................... 122
About this Manual ....................................................................... 123
Part Numbers ............................................................................. 124
Thermocouple Certificate of Compliance ......................................... 128
Specifications ............................................................................. 129
Facility Requirements .................................................................. 130
Installation ................................................................................ 21
Illustrations .................................................................................. 22
Installing Instrument ..................................................................... 23
Dual Instrument Installation ......................................................... 212
International Installation .............................................................. 217
Option Installation ..................................................................... 31

Installing External Balance ............................................................. 35
System Setup ............................................................................. 41

Getting Started with the Software ................................................... 44
Software Main Window ................................................................... 45
Configuring Spreadsheet .............................................................. 413
System Configuration .................................................................. 424
Configuring System for Sound Indicators ....................................... 432
Export Formats ........................................................................... 433
Transmission Format ................................................................... 439
Export Buffer Format ................................................................... 444
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Selecting Language ..................................................................... 445

Sample Templates ....................................................................... 446
Configuring User Defined Fields..................................................... 447
Determining User Permissions....................................................... 452
Managing Databases .................................................................... 456
Operation ................................................................................... 51
Instrument Controls ...................................................................... 53
Analysis Overview ......................................................................... 54
Methods ....................................................................................... 55
Method Equation Examples ........................................................... 513
Standards .................................................................................. 514
Calibration ................................................................................. 518
Logging In a Sample .................................................................... 526
Analyze a Sample Using Internal Balance ....................................... 528
Analyze a Sample Using Preweighed Crucibles ................................ 530
Determining Sample Filters .......................................................... 534
Printing Reports .......................................................................... 538
Import Sample Data .................................................................... 542
Export Data ................................................................................ 544
Export Buffers............................................................................. 545
Transfer Export and Import .......................................................... 546
Backing Up and Restoring Data ..................................................... 548
Data Transmit ............................................................................. 550
Turning Off Instrument ................................................................ 551
Maintenance ............................................................................... 61
Periodic Maintenance ..................................................................... 62
Fan Filters .................................................................................... 65
Cleaning Furnace .......................................................................... 66
Cleaning Crucibles ......................................................................... 67
Viewing Log File ............................................................................ 68
Theory of Operation ................................................................... 71

Illustrations .................................................................................. 72
Theory of Operation....................................................................... 73
Diagnostics ................................................................................ 81
Ambients ..................................................................................... 82
Solenoids and Switches .................................................................. 87
Network ....................................................................................... 88
Communications ......................................................................... 810
Systems Check ........................................................................... 812
Muffle Furnace ............................................................................ 814
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Service ....................................................................................... 91
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Installing LECO Software ................................................................ 93

Configuring the Ethernet Adapter .................................................. 912
Configuring Firewall Settings ........................................................ 921
Registering Software ................................................................... 922
Troubleshooting Copy Protection Key ............................................. 928
Hardware Calibration ................................................................... 929
Balance Adjustment..................................................................... 934
Balance Test ............................................................................... 937
Carousel .................................................................................... 939
Furnace ..................................................................................... 943
Over Temperature Switch Reset .................................................... 948
Thermocouple ............................................................................. 949
Smartline ................................................................................. 952
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 958
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Illustrations ............................................................................. 101
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Schematics ............................................................................... 111
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Index ....................................................................................... 131
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Illustrations
Figure 1-1 Facility Requirements ......................................................130
Figure 1-2 Wiring Diagram ..............................................................130
Figure 2-1 PC Tower Configuration ...................................................27
Figure 2-2 Upper Pneumatic Actuator Coupling Screws .......................210
Figure 2-3 Ethernet Switch ..............................................................214
Figure 3-1 External Blower ..............................................................32
Figure 3-2 External Blower Hose Connections ....................................33
Figure 3-3 Balance Control Panel ......................................................36
Figure 5-1 Actuator Button Location .................................................53
Figure 7-1 Flow Diagram 75
Figure 10-1 Reference Card .............................................................102
Figure 10-2 Front View Balance Removed ..........................................103
Figure 10-3 Left Side Balance Removed ............................................103
Figure 10-4 AnalyzerRight Side View ..............................................104
Figure 10-5 Furnace Open with Carousel ...........................................105
Figure 10-6 Carousel Location ..........................................................106
Figure 10-7 Pedestal Location in Furnace ..........................................106
Figure 10-8 Furnace Thermocouple Installation ..................................107
Figure 10-9 Top Furnace CoverInternal View ...................................107
Figure 10-10 Instrument Rear View ..................................................108
Figure 10-11 Furnace CoverRear View ............................................109
Figure 10-12 Internal View ..............................................................109
Figure 10-13 Internal View AIndexer .............................................1010
Figure 10-14 IndexerRear View .....................................................1010
Figure 10-15 IndexerInternal View ................................................1011
Figure 10-16 Over Temperature SwitchLocation ..............................1012
Figure 10-17 Over Temperature SwitchReset Button ........................1012
Figure 10-18 Balance Assembly .......................................................1013
Figure 10-19 Flow Manifold Assembly ...............................................1014
Figure 10-20 IndexerFront View ....................................................1015
Figure 10-21 External Blower Motor ..................................................1016
Figure 10-22 Lift Cover Cylinder (Part Number 621-060) .....................1017
Figure 10-23 Flow Manifold Assembly (Part Number 621-176) .............1018
Figure 10-24 AC Power Distribution Panel (Part Number 621-025)........1019
Figure 10-25 Indexer/Lifter Assembly (Part Number 621-196) .............1020
Figure 10-26 Distribution Assembly (Part Number 621-344) ................1021
Figure 10-27 Top Level Base Assembly .............................................1022
Figure 10-28 Lower Divider Plate Assembly .......................................1023
Figure 10-29 Gas Panel Assembly (Part Number 621-123) ..................1024
Figure 10-30 Upper Top Level Assembly ............................................1025
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Figure 11-1 Power Entry and Distribution ..........................................113

Figure 11-2 Manifold/Flow Interface Board ........................................114
Figure 11-3 Switch Inputs ...............................................................115
Figure 11-4 Furnace Control ............................................................116
Figure 11-5 Four Place Balance ........................................................117
Figure 11-6 External Blower ............................................................118
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Software License
By installing the Licensed Software, the Licensee acknowledges that
Licensee has read it, understands it and agrees to be bound by its
terms, and further agree that this is the complete and exclusive
statement of the Software License between the parties, which
supersedes and merges all prior proposals, understandings and other
agreements oral and written, between the parties relating to the
subject matter of this Software License. In the event of any conflict
between the terms of this Software License and the terms of purchase
orders submitted by Licensee, the terms of this Software License shall
control.
This is an agreement between the Licensee and LECO Corporation
(LECO) of 3000 Lakeview Avenue, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085-2396,
owner of the Licensed Software. This Software License specifies the
conditions under which Licensee may use the Licensed Software.
I. Definitions
"Licensed Software" shall mean the software supplied with this
Software License, which is software developed and distributed by
LECO.
"Instruction Manual" shall mean a guide describing the use and
operation of the Licensed Software, together with any related
supporting documentation.
"Licensee" shall mean and include any of the Licensee's divisions and
departments within Licensee's organization, but shall not include
wholly or partially owned subsidiaries, affiliates, successors or assigns,
or independent third parties.
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II. License Grant

LECO hereby grants to Licensee, and Licensee hereby accepts, subject
to the terms and conditions set forth in this Software License, a nonexclusive, non-transferable license to use the Licensed Software and
Instruction Manual as set forth in this Software License. The term
license as used in this Software License shall mean and include:
a. the right to use a copy of the Licensed Software in executable form
by one user at a time;
b. the right to use and copy the Instruction Manual for Licensee's
internal operations; and
c. the right to make one backup copy of the Licensed Software.
In accepting the license granted by LECO, Licensee agrees that it shall
not:
1. transfer or allow transfer of copies of the Licensed Software to any
other party including any wholly or partially owned subsidiaries,
affiliates, successors, or assigns without the express consent of LECO;
2. use the Licensed Software on more than one (1) CPU at any one
time;
3. cause or permit unauthorized copying, reproduction, or disclosure of
any portion of the Licensed Software or Instruction Manual or the
distribution of any part thereof to any third person or entity, for any
purpose whatsoever. This restriction shall continue to bind Licensee
and its agents beyond the termination of this Software License; or
4. attempt to disassemble modify, or reverse engineer the Licensed
Software;
5. attempt to defeat or defeat the copy-protection mechanism;
6. attempt to or access features not purchased.
III. Enhancements And Support

LECO may make available to Licensee updates and enhancements to
the Licensed Software, which Licensee may accept at the time it is
offered to Licensee by paying any applicable update fee. LECO shall
have the sole discretion to determine the update fee. Use of all such
updates and enhancements by Licensee shall be subject to the terms
and conditions of this Software License unless supplemented or
replaced by a subsequent license.
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IV. Termination Of Software License

In the event of a material default by Licensee or its agents, of any
provision of this Software License, LECO may terminate this Software
License upon thirty (30) days written notice. Upon termination of the
Software License, the Licensee shall return all copies of the Licensed
Software to LECO. This obligation shall survive the termination of this
Software License.
V. Copyright And Proprietary Information

Licensee acknowledges that the Licensed Software and the Instruction
Manual constitute valuable and copyrighted property of LECO and that
all title and ownership rights in the Licensed Software and related
materials remain exclusively with LECO. LECO reserves all rights with
respect to the Licensed Software and Instruction Manual under all
applicable laws for the protection of proprietary information, including,
but not limited to, trade secrets, copyrights, trademarks, and patents.
VI. Limitation Of Liability And Warranties

With respect to the physical media on which the Licensed Software is
delivered and Instruction Manual, LECO warrants the same to be free
of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ninety (90)
days from the date of delivery. In the event of notification within the
warranty period of defects in material or workmanship, LECO will
replace the defective media or documentation. LECO specifically
disclaims all other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not
limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose with respect to defects in the media and
documentation. In no event shall LECO be liable for any loss of profit,
data, or use, or any other commercial damage, including but not
limited to special, incidental, consequential, interruptions in Licensees
operations, or other damages regardless of negligence or fault. LECO's
liability in connection with this Software License shall not exceed the
value of the amounts paid by Licensee under this Software License for
the Licensed Software which gave rise to the loss less a reasonable
amount for use, damage and obsolescence.
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VII. Confidentiality
All information and materials regarding the software, provided to
Licensee by LECO which are not generally known in the trade are
confidential, are proprietary, and such information and materials are
furnished solely for the use of Licensee under this Software License.
Licensee agrees not to use or disclose any such information or material
otherwise without prior written consent from LECO and Licensee
further agrees to take all reasonable steps requested by LECO, or
otherwise necessary to protect the confidentiality of all such
information and materials. The foregoing obligations will survive
termination of this Software License, and Licensee agrees to return all
such information and materials to LECO upon request or any nonrenewal or termination of this Software License.
VIII. Miscellaneous
a) This Software License shall be binding upon and inure to the
benefit of the parties hereto and their respective successors and
assigns, provided that Licensee shall not have any right to assign its
rights or obligations under this Software License (whether by operation
of law or otherwise) without the prior written consent of LECO.
b) All notices hereunder shall be in writing and shall be sent by
registered or certified mail postage prepaid to LECO at the addresses
first written above. The date of postmark shall be deemed the date on
which such notice is given.
c) No delay on the part of LECO in exercising any right, power or
remedy hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any
single or partial exercise of any such right, power or remedy preclude
any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right,
power or remedy.
d) No amendment, modification or waiver of, or any consent with
respect to, any provision of this Software License shall be effective
unless the same shall be in writing and signed and delivered by each
of the parties hereto, and then such amendment, modification, waiver
or consent shall be effective only in the specific instance and for the
purpose for which given.
e) This Software License shall be construed in accordance with and
governed by the internal laws of the State of Michigan. Wherever
possible, each provision of this Software License shall be interpreted in
such manner as to be effective and valid under applicable law, but if
any provision of this Software License shall be prohibited by or invalid
under such law, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of
such prohibition or invalidity, without invalidating the remainder of
such provision or the remaining provisions of this Software License.
f) Licensee agrees that it is responsible for obtaining proper
authorization and complying with any export, re-export, or import laws
or regulations and that may apply if Licensee exports, re-exports, or
imports the Licensed Software, technology or technical data licensed
hereunder.
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Warranty
Equipment manufactured by LECO Corporation, St. Joseph, Michigan is
warranted free from defect in material and workmanship for a period of 1)
thirteen months from date of shipment or 2) twelve months from date of
installation, whichever occurs first. Equipment not manufactured by LECO is
covered to the extent of warranty provided by the original manufacturer and
this warranty does not cover any equipment, new or used, purchased from
anyone other than LECO Corporation. All replacement parts shall be covered
under warranty for a period of thirty days from date of purchase. LECO
makes no other representation or warranty of any other kind,
expressed or implied, with respect to the goods sold hereunder,
whether as to merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise.
Expendable items such as crucibles, combustion tubes, chemicals, and
items of like nature are not covered by this warranty.
LECO's sole obligation under this warranty shall be to repair or replace any
part or parts which, to our satisfaction, prove to be defective upon return
prepaid to LECO Corporation, St. Joseph, Michigan. This obligation does not
include labor to install replacement parts, nor does it cover any failure due
to accident, abuse, neglect, or use in disregard of instructions furnished by
LECO. In no event shall damages for defective goods exceed the purchase
price of the goods, and LECO shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages whatsoever.
All claims in regard to the parts or equipment must be made within ten (10)
days after Purchaser learns of the facts upon which the claim is based.
Authorization must be obtained from LECO prior to returning any other
parts. This warranty is voided by failure to comply with these notice
requirements.
Notice
The warranty on LECO equipment remains valid only when genuine
LECO replacement parts are employed. Since LECO has no control over
the quality or purity of consumable products not manufactured by LECO, the
specifications for accuracy of results using LECO instruments are not
guaranteed unless genuine LECO consumables are employed in conjunction
with LECO instruments. If purchaser defaults in making payment for any
parts or equipment, this warranty shall be void and shall not apply to such
parts and equipment. No late payment or cure of default in payment shall
extend the warranty period provided herein.
LECO Corporation is not responsible for damage to any associated
instruments, equipment, or apparatus nor will LECO be held liable for loss of
profit or other special damages resulting from abuse, neglect, or use in
disregard of instructions. The Buyer, their employees, agents, and
successors in interest assume all risks and liabilities for the operation, use,
and/or misuse of the product(s) described herein and agree to indemnify,
hold harmless, and defend the seller from any and all claims and actions
arising from any cause whatsoever, including seller's negligence for
personal injury incurred in connection with the use of said product(s) and
any and all damages proximately resulting therefrom.
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WEEE
Disposal of WEEE and the Wheeled Bin Symbol
In 2002, the European Union introduced the Directive on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The main aim of the
Directive is to ensure that WEEE is collected and treated separately.
WEEE may contain hazardous substances that should not end up in the
(human) environment because it can have adverse effects on it.
Furthermore, WEEE is a vast source of raw materials. With the ever
rising worldwide demand for new equipment and the ever decreasing
volume of raw materials in nature, letting this potential source of such
materials go to waste is unacceptable.
If equipment is collected separately, the equipment can be recycled
and up to 85% to 90% of the equipment can be reused as new
material, saving the use of virgin raw materials and energy of
producing these. Separate collection and treatment of WEEE will thus
decrease CO2 emissions as well.
For the above reasons, LECO expects end users to dispose of the
material in an environmentally friendly way, being separate collection
and treatment.
Electrical and Electronic Equipment is labeled with the following
crossed-out wheeled bin symbol, indicating that the equipment
should be disposed of by the end user separate from other types of
waste.
End users should contact their dealer/distributor or our company on

disposal, collection, and recycling options in their country.
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LECO-Supplied Dell Computers

Dell Support
All LECO supplied Dell PC's include Dell's ProSupport Service, which is
designed to provide a base level of customer security. This service
option can place a Dell-certified technician at your location the
following day, if necessary (after phone-based troubleshooting). In
many cases, remote troubleshooting can minimize overall system
downtime by getting the issue quickly fixed remotely or helping Dell to
dispatch the right part (if necessary).
The inclusion of Dell ProSupport with LECO supplied PCs ensures that
any computer related service issues are handled directly by the
experts at Dell. This eliminates the unnecessary step of working
through the LECO service professionals for a resolution from Dell, and
provides PC support 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Dell ProSupport provides expert assistance when you need rapid
problem resolution to help maximize your PC system's uptime and
productivity. ProSupport provides the following benefits:
24 x 7 Access to advanced-level North American-based phone
technicians
Live Chat tech support
DellConnect remote diagnosis and resolution
Next Business Day On-Site Service after Remote Diagnostics
For more information, call 1-800-WWW-DELL (1-800-999-3355) or
access Dell's website by copying and pasting the following link into
your internet browser:
http://www.dell.com/content/topics/global.aspx/services
/prosupport/end_users?c=us&cs=555&l=en&s=biz
Please have your Service Tag and Express Service Code numbers
available when contacting Dell to expedite service. These can be
found on the back or side of the tower.
Transferring Ownership of a Dell Product

The following section explains the steps to transfer the warranty and
ownership of a Dell computer. This transfer is necessary to complete
when an equipment package that includes a Dell computer has been
purchased from LECO.
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An internet connection is required to complete the transfer. If an

internet connection is not available, the transfer can be completed
by calling Dell at 800-624-9897.
To complete the transfer online through Dell's website, complete

either the Domestic Customer procedure or the International
Customer procedure as explained in the following steps.
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For Domestic Customers:

1.
Access Dell's website by copying and pasting or entering the

following website URL into your internet browser:
http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/chang
e_order/tag_transfer?c=us&l=en&s=gen&redirect=1
It is recommended to complete the transfer of ownership from the

computer from which the ownership will be transferred. If this is not
possible, follow the instructions provided on Dell's website.
2.
Complete the transfer by completing and submitting the form

provided on Dell's website.
For International Customers:

1.
Access Dell's website by copying and pasting or entering the

following website URL into your internet browser:
http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/chang
e_order/tag_transfer?c=us&l=en&s=gen&redirect=1
It is recommended to complete the transfer of ownership from the

computer from which the ownership will be transferred. If this is not
possible, follow the instructions provided on Dell's website.
2.
Do not enter information into the fields. Instead, click

International Transfer Form located below the form fields.
3.
On the form, for original owner,
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For First Original Owner, enter "LECO Corp"
B.
For Original Owner E-mail Address, enter

"service@leco.com"
C.
For Country of Original Purchase, click the arrow and select

United States from the list.
Complete the transfer by following the remaining instructions

provided on the form.
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Interference to Other Devices

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
Regulations. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following methods:
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Reorient or relocate the radio or television receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the radio

or television receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from

that which the radio or television receiver is currently
connected.
Consult the radio or television dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.
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Declaration of Conformity
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Accessing the Manual

The instruction manual is available in a pdf (portable document
format).
To access the manual in pdf, push F1 on the computer keyboard, or
click Help on the Menu Bar and then click Help F1.
Tips for Navigating the Electronic Manual

The features available in Adobe Acrobat vary depending on the version
of Adobe installed on your computer. Refer to the Adobe Acrobat Help
system for further information. Some of the following tips apply to
Adobe versions 7.0 and later but most apply to versions 5.0 and later.
Use Bookmarks
After opening the pdf document, click the Bookmarks tab located on
the left side of the screen to access a tree that displays main section
headings. Click a heading to go immediately to the corresponding
section. If a + appears next to a chapter or section, click on it to
display more section headings.
Use Find
Click Edit and then Find on the menu bar to display a search box
where you can enter a word or phrase. Each time you click Next, the
software will highlight the next occurrence of the word or phrase in the
manual. Find is most useful when the word or phrase is used
infrequently in the manual.
Use Search
Click Edit and then click Search on the Menu bar to display a side bar
with a search box. Enter the desired word or phrase and each
occurrence of the word or phrase in context will display in the Results
area. Search makes it easier to find words or phrases that occur
several times in the manual. Search also provides the ability to search
words or phrases in several pdf documents, if applicable. To search the
instruction manual only, select the Search this Pdf Document Only
check box.
Use Links
In the manual, text or a page number highlighted in blue provides a
direct link to the associated topic. In the Index, click on the page
number to go directly to the associated topic.
Use Previous and Next Arrows
Use the green view arrows located at the bottom of the screen to
toggle between views in the document once more than one page of the
document has been viewed. Click
click
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to return to the previous view or
to go to the next view.
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About this Manual

This instruction manual provides information about the TGA701 as
explained below. For each chapter, there is a hyperlinked table of
contents and list of illustrations, if applicable.
The screen shots used throughout the manual are examples only and
may or may not be applicable to specific procedures.
Chapter 1, Introduction, page 13, describes general information
including safety guidelines and warranty terms. This chapter also
provides information about parts and accessories.
Chapter 2, Installation, page 21, describes hardware setup and
connection.
Chapter 3, Option Installation, page 31, describes the options
available for the instrument.
Chapter 4, System Setup, page 41, describes starting and
navigating the software and setting operating parameters.
Chapter 5, Operation, page 51, describes the procedures to analyze
samples.
Chapter 6, Maintenance, page 61, describes procedures to perform
on a regular basis to improve the instruments performance and life
span.
Chapter 7, Theory of Operation, page 71, provides a theoretical
overview of instrument operation.
Chapter 8, Diagnostics, page 81, describes how to monitor the
instrument to ensure proper operation.
Chapter 9, Service, page 91, describes service procedures. Contact
the LECO Service Department for further information.
Chapter 10, Illustrations, page 101, provides illustrations and
photographs that can assist with procedures and location of parts.
Chapter 11, Schematics, page 111, provides diagrams of circuit
boards and wiring.
Chapter 12, Glossary, page 121 provides definitions of terms.
Chapter 13, Index, page 131, provides page numbers for topics
throughout the manual. In the electronic manual available through the
software, the page numbers in the index provide a hyperlink to the
corresponding topic.
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Part Numbers
Equipment Packages
Items listed below are repeated throughout this manual and are
subject to revision. Please consult the packing slip received with the
instrument.
For a complete listing of kits and packages, refer to Components and
Accessories List, page 127.
TGA701S4C Package: TGA701 Thermogravimetric Analyzer with 4place Balance and PC
1
259-043
SOFTWARE KIT TGA701
604-100-700
ASSY TGA701 230VAC 50/60HZ 1PH
618-380
CASE HOLDER CD-24 BLUE/BLACK*
621-085
PACK ACCESSORY TGA701
686-446
ASSY PC TOWER TGA701
704-241
ASSY KEY COPY PROTECTION
710-172
MONITOR COLOR 19 FLAT SCR GRY
TGA701S4CR Package: TGA701 Thermogravimetric Analyzer with 4place Balance and No PC

1
259-043
SOFTWARE KIT TGA701
604-100-700
618-380
621-085
621-171
DISK CAL HARDWARE TGA701
704-241
TGA701D4C Package: Dual TGA701 Thermogravimetric Analyzers with

4-place Balance and PC
1
259-043
SOFTWARE KIT TGA701
604-100-700
618-380
621-085
686-446
ASSY PC TOWER TGA701
704-241
621-785
PACK SWITCH ETHERNET
710-172
MONITOR COLOR 19 FLAT SCR GRY
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Options
604-100-7op
1
259-043-CPK
SOFTWARE KIT TGA701 W/KEY
259-043UPGR
SOFTWARE KIT UPGR TGA701WO/KEY
501-291
REGULATOR OXYGEN
502-335
LINER CRUCIBLE FOIL 500/PK
502-452
STD RM COKE PROX PLUS
529-048
CRUCIBLE COVER LG GZD 5/PK
615-763
KIT MODEM SERVICE 56K V9.0
619-611
GRINDER ASSY 110V 60HZ
619-612
GRINDER ASSY 230V 50HZ
619-995
READER BAR CODE CCD USB*
621-136
KIT EXHAUST 4 INCH TGA701 SN3565/UP
621-145
SWITCH MAGNETIC NPN 6-24 VDC
621-169
KIT CALIBRATION FURNACE TGA701
621-178
SPRING REPL ACTUATOR ROT TGA
621-192
KIT ADD ON MONITOR 19 FLT SCR AGP
621-285
KIT UPGRADE BLOWER INTERNAL
621-289
KIT ADD-ON LOCKDOWN COVER TGA
621-318
KIT REPL 666-394 CARD W/ SFTWR
621-325
PURIFIER POWER 60 AMP 10KVA DOMESTIC*
621-331
CRUCIBLE LARGE GLAZED TGA 5/PK
621-332
KIT CARD REPL 666-602A W/SFTWR
621-433
KIT MODEM USB 56K
621-434-110
KIT PRINTER DESKJET HP6940
621-435
CARTRIDGE COLOR PRNTR HP6940
621-436
CARTRIDGE BLACK PRNTR HP6940
764-216
REGULATOR INERT GAS
766-036
REGULATOR AIR DBL STAGE
776-978
SCOOP GLASS 1.5 ML
777-046
GLOVE HEAT RESISTANT
609-932
BRACKET POWER SUPPLY
621-001-110
KIT REPL BALANCE TGA701
621-180-110
KIT REPL POWER SUPPLY BAL 701
621-354
621-353
KIT EXHAUST 4 INCH FURNACE SN3564/DN TGA701

KIT UPGRADE ADAPTER EXHAUST FURN SN3564/DOWN
TGA701
502-801
STD 0.25 S IN COAL PROX X CRM
502-802
502-803
502-804
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604-100-7op
1
502-805
502-806
STD 7.0 S IN RAW PET COKE PROX X CRM
502-807
STD 1.5 S IN RAW PET COKE PROX X CRM
621-362
KIT INSTALLATION QUALIFICATION TGA701
621-363
KIT OPERATION QUALIFICATION TGA701
621-194-110
KIT REPL CYLINDER AIR TGA701
621-370
KIT CONVERSION USB TO ETHERNET TGA
621-371
KIT CONVERSION USB TO ETHERNET DUAL TGA
621-375
CRUCIBLE LARGE GLAZED SLIPCAST TGA 5/PK
621-429
KIT ADD ON MONITOR 19 INCH PCI EXPRESS
614-441
TURNTABLE CRUCIBLE SMALL
621-372
KIT INSTALLATION QUALIFICATION DUAL TGA
621-373
KIT OPERATION QUALIFICATION DUAL TGA701
710-198-B/O
LABOR SMARTLINE SETUP INTERNET
502-659
STD RM COAL PROX PLUS LOW
614-442-110
TURNTABLE CRUCIBLE LARGE ANNEALED
502-680
STD RM COAL PROX PLUS LOW
502-681
STD RM COAL PROX PLUS MED
502-682
STD RM COAL PROX PLUS HIGH
502-683
STD RM MET COKE PROX PLUS
502-684
STD RM PET COKE PROX PLUS
621-445-110
KIT PRINTER INKJET WORKFORCE 30
621-446
CARTRIDGE COLOR PRINTER WORKFORCE 30
621-447
CARTRIDGE BLACK PRINTER WORKFORCE 30
621-376
PURIFIER POWER 50 AMP 7.5 KVA DOMESTIC
502-628
LINER CRUCIBLE ALUM FOIL TGA 1200/PK
621-225G
KIT BLOWER EXTERNAL 115V TGA
621-263G
KIT BLOWER EXTERNAL 230V TGA
621-377
PURIFIER POWER 50 AMP 15 KVA DOMESTIC
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Components and Accessories List

259-043 Software Kit
1
203-505-267
FORM SOFTWARE REGISTRATION CER
159-146-142
SOFTWARE PKG TGA701
604-170-073 Component Pack

1
611-409
HOSE EXHAUST 3.00 DIA X 10 FT
621-136
KIT EXHAUST 4 INCH TGA701 SN3565/UP
621-267
LEVEL BUBBLE CIRCULAR 1.00 DIA
763-655
CLAMP HOSE SCREWD 1.875/ 3.750
775-304
ASSY CONNECTOR N2 O2 INLET
780-082
ASSY CONNECTOR OXYGEN
620-682
ASSY CABLE CAT 5 15FT CRSSOVER
200-287
MANUAL INSTR TGA701
621-085 Accessory Pack

4
529-048
CRUCIBLE COVER LG GZD 5/PK
609-881
GASKET FURNACE SEAL SHAFT
621-331
CRUCIBLE LARGE GLAZED TGA 5/PK
765-978
RECP 30A
776-978
SCOOP GLASS 1.5 ML
777-046
GLOVE HEAT RESISTANT
778-898
ASSY FORCEPS COVER BUFF PLT
203-828
LIT ORGANIC SUPPLIES CAT
125/250V 3P4W TL
686-446 PC Tower Package

1
686-446-101
NAMEPLATE ID TGA701
WARR-365
WARRANTY 12 MONTH STANDARD
686-544
TOWER PC 3.30GHZ T1600 PRECISION
609-787
PACK COMPONENT TWR RECEP/MOUSE
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Thermocouple Certificate of Compliance

This section provides the Certificate of Compliance for the following part numbers:
621-183
621-184
621-185
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Specifications
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Facility Requirements
COUNTER TOP
PC
TOWER
OPTIONAL
PRINTER
22-inches
(56 cm)
TGA-701
MONITOR
KEYBOARD
63-inches
(160 cm)
FLOOR
22-inches
(56 cm)
62-inches to 80-inches
(157 cm to 203 cm)
NOTE: * = 6-inch (15 cm) access area
Figure 1-1
Facility Requirements
PLUG
POWER
115 V~
GROUND
POWER
230 V~
115 V~
BROWN
T
BROWN
GREEN/YELLOW GREEN/
YELLOW G
BLUE
W
X
BLUE
CHASSIS
(CABINET)
GROUND
RECEPTACLE
Figure 1-2
Wiring Diagram
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The Installation chapter describes hardware setup and connection.
During installation and operation of this instrument, the

ON/OFF switch must be easily accessible.
Illustrations .................................................................................. 22
Installing Instrument ..................................................................... 23
Setting Up the Analyzer ............................................................ 23
Connecting Gas Supplies ........................................................... 24
Connecting Ventilation System ................................................... 24
Installing Computer System ...................................................... 25
Installing Balance, Pedestal, and Carousel ................................... 28
Dual Instrument Installation ......................................................... 212
International Installation .............................................................. 217
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Illustrations
Figure 2-1 PC Tower Configuration ...................................................27
Figure 2-2 Upper Pneumatic Actuator Coupling Screws .......................210
Figure 2-3 Ethernet Switch ..............................................................214
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Installing Instrument
The following section explains how to install the TGA701. Installation
consists of several steps that should be followed in order. The
installation steps include
Setting Up the Analyzer, below.
Connecting Gas Supplies, page 24
Connecting Ventilation System, page 24
Installing Computer System, page 25
For dual instrument configurations, refer to Installing a Dual
Instrument Configuration System, page 212. For installation outside
the U.S.A., refer to International Installation, page 217, for additional
information.
Setting Up the Analyzer

HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD
The analyzer operates at 230V~. Contact with this voltage
can be lethal. During installation, do not apply power until
instructed. Before servicing this equipment, disconnect it
from the electrical power source.
1.
Provide a solid and level work surface with convenient electrical

power and gas supplies. Refer to Specifications, page 129, for
power and gas supply requirements.
2.
Set up the analyzer as shown in Facility Requirements providing a

minimum access space of six inches around the analyzer. Refer to
Figure 1-1, page 130.
Ensure that the analyzer On/Off switch/circuit breaker is

positioned in the OFF position. Do not enable the power
until instructed to do so. Refer to Figure 10-4, page 104.
A male plug and a female receptacle are supplied for the power
cord. If other types of connectors are used, follow the wire
diagram. Refer to Figure 1-2, page 130.
3.
Installation
Connect the AC power cord to facility power.
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Connecting Gas Supplies

All gasses should be dry and oil-free. Refer to Specifications, page
129, for additional information.
1.
Remove the cap plugs from the nitrogen, oxygen, and pneumatic
connections on the rear of the analyzer.
2.
Connect the nitrogen supply as explained below:
3.
4.
A.
Attach the nitrogen connector to the nitrogen regulator on

the nitrogen supply.
B.
Attach the other end of the connector to the Nitrogen In

connection on the rear panel of the analyzer. Refer to
C.
Set the nitrogen gas supply to 35 psi (2.41 bar).
Connect the oxygen supply as explained below:

A.
Attach the oxygen connector to the oxygen regulator on the

oxygen supply.
B.
Attach the other end of the connector to the Oxygen In

C.
Set the oxygen gas supply to 35 psi (2.41 bar).
Connect the pneumatic supply as explained below:

A.
Attach the pneumatic connector to the pneumatic regulator

on the pneumatic supply.
B.
Attach the other end of the connector to the Pneu In

C.
Set the pneumatic gas supply to 45 psi (3.10 bar).
Connecting Ventilation System

Refer to Specifications, page 129, for external passive vent
requirements. If the external passive vent does not satisfy the
installation requirements for the TGA701, the external blower option is
available. Refer to Options, page 125, and Install External Blower,
page 32.
For safety and proper operation, the TGA701 must be

connected securely to an appropriate external exhaust.
Refer to Specifications, page 129, for additional ventilation
information.
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Connecting External Exhaust

Certain moisture-only applications may not require a 4-in. exhaust.
Refer to Moisture-Only Application, page 25, for additional
information.
1.
Install the four hexagon standoffs in the mounting holes located

around the exhaust blower on the right side panel. Refer to Figure
10-4, page 104.
2.
Secure the 4-in. transition duct to the standoffs.
3.
Securely attach the 4-in. exhaust tubing to the exhaust port on

the right side of the analyzer using the adjustable ring clamp.
4.
Securely attach the loose end of the 4-in. exhaust tubing to an

external exhaust line using the adjustable ring clamp.
Connecting External Exhaust for Moisture-Only Applications

If the furnace temperature does not exceed 150 oC and the distance
from the right side of the TGA701 to the external exhaust is less than
10 feet (3 meters), a passive connection for a 3-in. (75 cm) duct is
acceptable.
When using the 3-in. exhaust duct, the 4-in. transition duct and the
four hexagon standoffs are not required.
1.
Securely attach the 3-in. exhaust tubing to the exhaust port on

the right side of the analyzer using the adjustable ring clamp.
2.
Securely attach the loose end of the 3-in. exhaust tubing to an

external exhaust line using the adjustable ring clamp.
Installing Computer System

A Microsoft Windows compatible computer is required to control the
instrument. If the computer system is not supplied by LECO, the
computer used must meet the minimum requirements. Contact LECO
for software and computer requirements.
Ensure that the analyzer On/Off switch/circuit breaker is

positioned in the OFF position. Do not enable the power
until instructed to do so. Refer to Figure 10-4, page 104.
Installation
1.
Unpack the computer and monitor.
2.
Confirm that the computer and all peripheral devices (monitor,

optional printer, etc.) are configured to operate at the correct line
voltage that appears on the sticker over the power plug inlet on
the PC tower.
3.
Install the computer system on a level surface near the analyzer.

Refer to Figure 1-1, page 130.
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POSSIBLE INSTRUMENT DAMAGE

Do not turn on the computer, monitor, or optional printer
until instructed to do so.
4.
Place the keyboard in position and then connect the keyboard

cable to the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
5.
Place the mouse in position and then connect the mouse cable to
the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
6.
For the monitor, refer to the user guide supplied with the monitor
to attach the monitor cable to the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1,
page 27.
7.
(Optional) For the printer, refer to the user guide supplied with
the printer to attach the printer cable to the PC tower. For printer
part number and ordering information, refer to Options, page
8.
If the computer system was purchased from LECO as part of the

TGA701 package, then the application software, database, and
furnace parameter tables have already been loaded into the
computer system. If the computer system was not purchased
from LECO, refer to Installing LECO Software, page 93.
9.
For an Ethernet connection, refer to Configuring the Ethernet

Adapter, page 912.
10. Connect the computer system to facility power. It is strongly

recommended that all the components of the computer system
are connected to the same outlet and that a surge protector is
used for the computer system.
11. Connect the copy protection key to the PC tower. Refer to Figure
2-1, page 27. The software must have been installed before the
copy protection key is connected.
12. Connect the communications cable, either Ethernet (part number
620-682) or USB, for the instrument. Refer to Figure 2-1, page
27.
13. Double click the TGA701 desktop icon to open the TGA701
software. Chapter 4, System Setup, page 41, provides more
information about using the software.
14. The software main window will appear. Refer to Software Main
Window, page 45, for further information about using the
software. An alarm message will appear until the balance,
pedestal, and carousel are installed. Refer to Installing Balance,
Pedestal, and Carousel, page 28.
If the software is not communicating properly, an error message will
appear. Refer to Computer not Communicating with Instrument,
page 960, for additional information. If there are problems opening
the software, refer to Troubleshooting, page 958, for additional
information.
15. Turn on the TGA701 using the On/Off switch. Refer to Figure
10-4, page 104.
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Power Cord
USB Connections for

Mouse and Keyboard
Additional USB
Connections, typically
one of these USB
connections is used for
the copy protection key
(not shown) or a TGA701
USB connection.
Printer Connection (not

shown)
Monitor Connection
Serial Connection
(typically used for the
external balance option
when using preweighed
crucibles)
Ethernet Connection for

TGA701
Ethernet Connection (not

used for TGA701)
Figure 2-1
PC Tower Configuration
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Installing Balance, Pedestal, and Carousel

Refer to Balance Adjustment, page 934, if the original balance has
been replaced or if the factory settings have been altered.
HIGH TEMPERATURE HAZARD

The furnace must be at ambient temperature before
performing this procedure. If the furnace is hot, allow it to
cool to ambient temperature. Serious burns could result if the
furnace is handled before it has cooled to a safe temperature.
HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD

The analyzer operates from 230V~. Contact with this voltage
can be lethal. Use extreme caution while performing this
procedure.
1.
Remove the analyzer front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page

1023.
A.
Remove the two Allen screws on the top of the front panel.
B.
Loosen the two Allen screws on the bottom of the front

panel.
C.
Gently pull forward to remove the front panel.
D.
Disconnect J401, J402, and J403 connectors from the actuator

button mounted on the front of the casting. Refer to Figure 5-1,
page 53.
The weight of the front panel is substantial. Use caution when

removing the front panel to prevent it from dropping when it is
removed from the analyzer.
2.
Remove the balance bracket by removing the two screws holding

the balance bracket in place. Refer to Figure 10-27, page 1022.
3.
Remove the shipping material between the balance and the lower
pedestal shield. The shipping material has a red card attached to
it labeled To Be Removed.
4.
Ensure that the instrument is level. Refer to the level bubble

indicator. Refer to Figure 10-18, page 1013 located on the
balance assembly. If necessary, adjust the feet on the base of the
analyzer until the bubble indicator shows that the analyzer is
level.
Keep in mind that the balance may not appear to be level to the naked
eye. Use only the level bubble indicator on the instrument, which is
factory adjusted to ensure correct operation of the balance and alignment
of the pedestal. An external level should not be used during installation.
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5.
Place the lower pedestal shield between the upper furnace and
balance. Ensure that the lower pedestal shield has both ends in
the upper and the lower o-ring seal. Refer to Figure 10-28, page
1023.
6.
Place the pedestal through the front hole in the bottom of the
lower oven and through the ceramic pedestal shield, located near
the front of lower furnace, until the pedestal rests on the balance
pedestal support. Refer to Figure 10-7, page 106.
7.
Locate the Carousel Home position of the pneumatic actuator.

A.
Ensure that the analyzer and computer system are on.
B.
Activate the TGA701 software.
C.
Press the F9 Home key on the toolbar.
D.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoid/Switches. The

Solenoid/Switches dialog box is displayed and the Home
Position switch indicator should be red. Refer to Solenoids
and Switches, page 87, for further information.
E.
Ensure the Rotate Carousel check box is selected when the

home switch indicator turns red. This locks the actuator to
the home position.
F.
Select the Weigh Position check box.
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8.
Loosen the top upper two pneumatic actuator coupling screws

using a 7/64 Allen wrench. Also refer to Figure 10-15, page
1011.
Figure 2-2
Upper Pneumatic Actuator Coupling Screws
9.
With the sample carousel removed, place the spindle drive

through the center hole in the bottom of the lower oven and into
the pneumatic actuator coupler.
10. Place the carousel on the spindle drive and line up the slot on the
spindle drive with the slot on the carousel. Refer to Figure 10-6,
page 106.
11. Place the spindle wedge into the carousel spindle slot. The shaft
of the spindle drive should rest on the shaft of the actuator. There
should be no gap in between them. Refer to Figure 10-6, page
106.
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12. Locate the home position on the carousel. (The home position
[referred to as 0] is indicated by the small hole beside the
crucible hole.) Position the carousel so that the home position is
centered directly over the pedestal hole near the front of the
furnace.
13. Verify the pneumatic actuator coupler is seated on the home

position indicator plate. Refer to Figure 2-2, page 210.
14. Tighten the upper two pneumatic actuator coupling screws using
a 7/64 Allen wrench. Refer to Figure 2-2, page 210.
15. Reinstall the analyzer front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page
1023.
Installation
A.
Reconnect the J401, J402, and J403 connectors to the

actuator button mounted on the front of the casting.
Gently push the analyzer front panel back and snap into the
side panels.
B.
Reinstall the two Allen screws on the top of the front panel.
C.
Tighten the two Allen screws on the bottom of the front

panel.
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Dual Instrument Installation

The dual instrument procedure should be used when the Dual TGA701
Thermogravimetric Analyzer package (TGA701D4C Package), page
124, was purchased. For installation outside the U.S.A., also refer to
International Installation, page 217, for additional information.
HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD

The analyzer operates at 230V~. Contact with this voltage
can be lethal. During installation, do not apply power until
instructed. Before servicing this equipment, disconnect it
from the electrical power source.
1.
Provide a solid and level work surface with convenient electrical

power and gas supplies. Refer to Specifications, page 129, for
power and gas supply requirements.
2.
Install the first analyzer as shown in Facility Requirements

providing a minimum access space of six inches around the
analyzer. Refer to Figure 1-1, page 130.
Ensure that the analyzer On/Off switch/circuit breaker ,

Figure 10-4, page 104, is positioned in the OFF position. Do
not enable the power until instructed to do so.
3.
Connect the AC power cord to a standard power socket. A male

plug and a female receptacle are supplied for the power cord. If
other types of connectors are used, follow the wiring diagram.
4.
Connect the gas connections, page 24, for the first instrument.
5.
Connect the ventilation/external exhaust, page 24, for the first

instrument.
6.
Repeat steps 1 through 5, above for the second instrument.
7.
Install the computer system as explained below.

A.
Unpack the computer and monitor.
B.
Confirm that the computer and all peripheral devices

(monitor, optional printer, etc.) are configured to operate at
the correct line voltage that appears on the sticker over the
power plug inlet on the PC tower.
C.
Install the computer system on a level surface near the

analyzer. Refer to Figure 1-1, page 130.

Do not turn on the computer, monitor, or optional printer
until instructed to do so.
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D.
Place the keyboard in position and then connect the

keyboard cable to the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 2
7.
E.
Place the mouse in position and then connect the mouse

cable to the PC tower. Refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
F.
For the monitor, refer to the user guide supplied with the
monitor to attach the monitor cable to the PC tower. Refer to
8.
If the computer system was purchased from LECO as part of the

TGA701 package, then the application software, database,
furnace parameter tables, Ethernet connection (if used), and
firewall settings have already been configured and you can
proceed to step 10. If the computer system was not purchased
from LECO, refer to Installing LECO Software, page 93.
9.
Connect the copy protection key to the PC tower. Refer to Figure

2-1, page 27. The software must have been installed before the
copy protection key is connected.
10. (Optional) For the printer, refer to the user guide supplied with
the printer to attach the printer cable to the PC tower. For printer
part number and ordering information, refer to Options, page
11. Connect the computer system to facility power. It is strongly
recommended that all the components of the computer system
are connected to the same outlet and that a surge protector is
used for the computer system.
12. For the Ethernet connection, follow the procedure in Configuring
the Ethernet Adapter, page 912.
13. Turn the analyzer On using the On/Off switch. Refer to Figure
10-4, page 104.
620-682) or USB, for one instrument. LECO recommends that
you complete the installation steps for one instrument before
installing the second.
Installation
For an Ethernet connection, connect the communications

cable from the instrument to the Ethernet switch and then
connect the Ethernet switch to the PC tower. For an Ethernet
switch illustration, refer to Figure 2-3, page 214. For the PC
tower illustration, refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
For a USB connection, connect the USB cable from the

instrument to the PC tower. For the PC tower illustration,
refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
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Figure 2-3
Ethernet Switch
15. Double-click the TGA701 desktop icon to start the software. The
Instruments dialog box to configure the software for dual
instruments should appear. If this dialog box does not appear,
close the software and reopen it using the Configuration
Management selection on the TGA701 software management
menu. For instructions to access this menu, refer to Getting
Started with the Software, page 44.
16. The network address for the connected instrument should appear
in the Instruments dialog box. If no instruments appear in the
Instruments dialog box, click Add All. If instruments still do not
appear, refer to Installing Computer System, page 25, to verify
the instruments are connected and turned on.
17. Obtain the serial number from the back of the instrument, enter
this information into the Serial Number column, and then hit
Enter on the keyboard. A database name will appear in the
Database column. If you want to assign a different database to
this instrument, then enter the database name. For example if
the serial number is 3334, then the Database name would be
Database3334. LECO recommends that the default database
name be used.
18. The software main window will appear. Refer to Software Main
Window, page 45 for further information about using the
software. An alarm message will appear until the balance,
pedestal, and carousel are installed. Connect the balance,
pedestal, and carousel after the second instrument has been
connected.
19. Verify the correct instrument has been connected by clicking F7
on the Toolbar to raise the cover for this instrument.
20. Close the TGA701 software.
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620-682) or USB, for the other instrument.
For an Ethernet connection, connect the communications

cable from the instrument to the Ethernet switch and then
connect the Ethernet switch to the PC tower. For an Ethernet
switch illustration, refer to Figure 2-3, page 214. For the PC
tower illustration, refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
For a USB connection, connect the USB cable from the

instrument to the PC tower. For the PC tower illustration,
refer to Figure 2-1, page 27.
22. Double-click the TGA701 desktop icon to start the software. The
Instruments dialog box to configure the software for dual
instruments should appear. If this dialog box does not appear,
close the software and reopen it using the Configuration
Management selection on the TGA701 software management
menu. For instructions to access this menu, refer to TGA701
Software Management Menu, page 44.
The network address for the connected instrument should appear
in the Instruments dialog box. If no instruments appear in the
Instruments dialog box, click Add All. If instruments still do not
appear, refer to Installing Computer System, page 25, to verify
the instruments are connected and turned on.
23. The Instruments dialog box to configure the software for dual
instruments will appear.
24. Both connected instruments should appear in the Instruments
dialog box. If no instruments appear in the Instruments dialog
box, click Add All. If instruments still do not appear, refer to
Installing Computer System, page 25, to verify the instruments
are connected and turned on. The example below shows that an
Ethernet and a USB connection and may not match your system
configuration.
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25. Obtain the serial number from the back of the other instrument,
enter this information into the Serial Number column, and then
hit Enter on the keyboard. A database name will appear in the
Database column. If you want to assign a different database to
this instrument, then enter the database name. For example if
the serial number is 3334, then the Database name would be
Database3334. LECO recommends that the default database
name be used.
If the software is not communicating properly, an error

message will display. Refer to Computer not Communicating
with Instrument, page 960, for additional information.
If there are problems opening the software, refer to

Troubleshooting, page 958, for additional information.
26. Click Continue to start both instruments.

27. An alarm message will appear on the software main window until
the balance, pedestal, and carousel are installed in a later step.
Refer to Software Main Window, page 45, for further information
about using the software.
28. Verify the correct instrument has been connected by clicking F7
on the Toolbar to raise the cover for this instrument.
29. Refer to Installing Balance, Pedestal, and Carousel, page 28.
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International Installation
For international installation, a HAR (Harmonized) approved line cord
for use in the end country must be obtained. This product requires a
disconnect device that may either be the plug of the power cord or a
disconnect device installed at the installation site if the equipment is
permanently wired. Refer to Figure 1-2, page 130.
When the plug on the power supply cord is intended to serve as the
disconnect device, the socket/outlet must be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible. When the wiring is
permanently connected, a disconnect device (such as a circuit breaker
or switch) must be lockable, installed near the equipment, and be
easily accessible.
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Option Installation
The Option Installation chapter describes available options.
Maintenance ............................................................................ 34
Periodic Maintenance Schedule ............................................. 34
Performing External Blower Filter Maintenance ........................ 34
Installing External Balance ............................................................. 35
Preparing the Balance ............................................................... 36
Setting the Data Characters Parameters...................................... 36
Setting the Data Output Parameter ............................................ 37
Setting Up Communication with Balance ..................................... 37
Testing the Balance .................................................................. 38
Resetting the Balance ............................................................... 38
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External Blower
The optional external blower is intended for customers who have an
external passive vent that does not satisfy the installation
requirements for the TGA701.
The instructions in the following section apply to both the 115V option
and the 230V option. Refer to Options, page 125, and Components
and Accessories List, page 127.
The external blower should be turned on whenever the analyzer is
also turned on.
1.
Locate the external blower in a convenient location between the

right side of the TGA701 Analyzer and the external exhaust.
2.
Position air filter in the top of external blower unit.
Figure 3-1
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32
3.
Obtain the 4.00 in x 10 ft exhaust hose and 3.5/4.5 hose clamps.
4.
Measure the distance between the inlet of the external blower and
the TGA701. Cut the 4.00 in x 10 ft exhaust hose to fit this
distance.
5.
Obtain the 4.00 in x 15 ft exhaust hose and 3.5/4.5 hose clamps.
6.
Measure the distance between the outlet of the external blower

and the outside vent system. Cut the 4.00 in x 15 ft exhaust hose
to fit this distance.
7.
Attach the hoses and clamps. Refer to the illustration and steps
below.
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External Blower Hose Connections
A.
Attach one end of 4.00 in hose to TGA701 and secure with

3.5/4.5 hose clamp. Attach other end of 4.00 in hose to
external blower inlet and secure with 3.5/4.5 hose clamp.
B.
Attach one end of 4.00 in hose to external blower outlet and

secure with 3.5/4.5 hose clamp. Attach other end of 4.00 in
hose to outside vent system and secure with 3.5/4.5 hose
clamp.
8.
Attach power cord to external blower and plug in to electric

outlet.
9.
Turn external blower on using the on/off switch.
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Maintenance
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Part and Location
Top Inlet Filter
Inspection and Cleaning

Refer to Performing
External Blower Filter
Maintenance, below.
Replacement
Refer to Performing
External Blower Filter
Maintenance, below.
Performing External Blower Filter Maintenance

The filter for the external blower should be cleaned whenever there
are signs of visible residue. The filter should be replaced when the
residue is excessive and/or the filter cannot be properly cleaned. The
time period for cleaning will vary, depending on the environment.
Inspect the filter weekly until a cleaning schedule can be determined.
Refer to the following section for instructions to clean the filter.
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1.
Turn the external blower off using the on/off switch and then
disconnect unit from facility power.
2.
Remove exhaust hose and hose clamp from the top of the
external blower.
3.
Remove the filter from the top of the external blower.
4.
Wash the filter with warm soapy water.
5.
Allow the filter to air dry until the filter is completely dry.
6.
Reinstall the filter in the top of the external blower.
7.
Reattach the exhaust hose and hose clamp. Refer to External

Blower, page 32.
8.
Reconnect external blower to facility power.
9.
Turn external blower on using the on/off switch.
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Installing External Balance

The following procedures should be performed to install the external
balance. For further information, refer to the manual supplied with the
external balance.
The external balance is optional and is used to enter preweighed
crucible weights into the spreadsheet. The crucible and sample weights
can also be entered manually. Refer to Analyze a Sample Using
Preweighed Crucibles, page 530.
A Sartorious analytical balance is available as an option. The
following procedures should be performed to install a 4 or 5 place
balance. For further information, refer to the manual supplied with the
balance.
The instrument will only support Sartorious external analytical
balances. Other external balances may be used; however, LECO is
not responsible for their installation or proper operation.
After the balance is set, do not change any of the configuration
parameters. The configuration parameters can be changed to custom
configure the balance but only after the installation procedure is
completed and the balance is properly operating with the instrument.
To restore the balance to factory defaults, refer to Resetting the
Balance, page 38.
1.
Set up the balance in the location where it will be used. Refer to

Preparing the Balance below.
2.
Follow the procedure in Data Characters Parameters, page 36.
3.
Follow the procedure in Setting the Data Output Parameter, page

37.
4.
Set up communication between the balance and instrument

software. Refer to Setting Up Communication with Balance, page
37.
5.
Test the balance to ensure proper operation. Refer to Testing the

Balance, page 38.
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Preparing the Balance

1.
Unpack the Balance and assemble it as shown in the manual

supplied with the balance.
2.
Plug the AC adapter, supplied with the balance, into facility

power.
3.
Connect the AC adapter cable to the power-input jack on the rear

of the balance.
4.
Locate the level bubble on the rear of the balance and adjust the
balance feet to level the balance. The balance is level when the
level bubble is positioned in the center of the circle.
5.
Connect the balance interface cable to com 1 on the PC tower and

the balance connector on the rear of the balance.
Figure 3-3
Balance Control Panel
Setting the Data Characters Parameters

Set the data character parameter to 16 code 7_2_1 using this
procedure.
1.
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Turn the AC power on to the balance by pressing the power

button. As soon as all segments on the display illuminate, push
Tare. The display will be blank briefly and then the menu code
settings will appear.
2.
Press CAL to display 7 as the left digit.
3.
Press Print to display the center digit.
4.
Press CAL to display 2 as the center digit.
5.
Press Print to display the right digit.
6.
Press CAL to display 1 as the right digit.
7.
Press and hold Tare until parameters are set.
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Setting the Data Output Parameter

Set the data output parameter to auto print regardless of stability code
614 using the procedure below.
1.
Turn the AC power on to the balance by pushing the power

button. As soon as all segments on the display illuminate, push
Tare. The display will be blank briefly and then the menu code
settings will appear.
2.
Press CAL to display 6 as the left digit.
3.
Press Print to display the center digit.
4.
Press CAL to display 1 as the center digit.
5.
Press Print to display the right digit.
6.
Press CAL to display 4 as the right digit.
7.
Press Tare.
8.
Press CF.
9.
Turn off the AC power.
Setting Up Communication with Balance

The following section explains how to set up communication between
the computer and the external balance.
1.
From the Configuration menu, click System. The System

Configuration window will appear.
2.
Click the Balance tab. The Balance Configuration screen will

appear.
3.
For Port, click the arrow and select the port location from the list
that matches the port selected on the PC tower. Default is COM1.
4.
For Baud Rate, click the arrow and select the baud rate from the
list. Refer to the Sartorius Instruction Manual. Default is 1200
bps.
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5.
For Data Bits, click the arrow and select the number of data bits
from the list. Refer to the Sartorius Instruction Manual. Default is
7.
6.
For Parity, click the arrow and select either odd or even. Refer to
the Sartorius Instruction Manual. Default is Odd.
7.
For Stop Bits, click the arrow and select either 1 or 2 from the
list. Refer to the Sartorius Instruction Manual. Default is 1.
8.
For Readability, the default is 4.
9.
For Balance Mode, select Normal if a balance is connected to the

system. Select Disabled if a balance is not connected to the
system.
10. For Send Command, click the arrow and select the desired
command from the list. The default is <ESC>P<CR><LF>.
11. For Tare Command, click the arrow and select the desired
command from the list. The default is <ESC> T.
12. Click Print to print a copy of the balance parameters, if desired.
13. Use Test Commands when it is necessary to check the operation
of the balance. Click Send to send a weight from the balance.
When operational, the balance reading will display in the
spreadsheet. Click Tare to set the balance display to zero.
Testing the Balance

From the Configuration menu, select System, select the Balance tab,
and then select Send. The weight displayed in the Weight from Balance
box should match the weight displayed on the balance.
Resetting the Balance

The following section explains how to restore the balance to factory
defaults. Consult LECO Service before resetting the balance to factory
defaults.
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1.
Turn the AC power on to the balance by pushing the power

button. Refer to Figure 3-3.
2.
As soon as all the segments on the display light, push the Tare
button. The display will blank for a few seconds and then the
menu code settings will appear.
3.
Press CAL to display 9 in the left digit. Refer to Figure 3-3.
4.
Press Print to skip the center digit.
5.
Press CAL to display 1 as the right digit. Refer to Figure 3-3,

below.
6.
Press TARE and hold it for 2 seconds or more.
7.
Set the data characters parameters. Refer to Setting the Data

Characters Parameters, page 36.
8.
Continue with testing the balance. Refer to Testing the Balance,

page 38.
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System Setup
The System Setup chapter describes starting and navigating the software
and setting operating parameters.
Getting Started with the Software ................................................... 44
TGA701 Software Management Menu.......................................... 44
Software Main Window ................................................................... 45
Menu Bar ................................................................................ 47
Database Menu ................................................................... 47
Edit Menu ........................................................................... 48
View Menu ......................................................................... 48
Samples Menu .................................................................... 49
Configuration Menu ........................................................... 410
Diagnostics Menu .............................................................. 411
Maintenance Menu ............................................................ 411
Help Menu ........................................................................ 411
Toolbar ................................................................................. 411
Status Bar ............................................................................. 412
Configuring Spreadsheet .............................................................. 413
Deleting Samples ................................................................... 413
Inserting a New Row .............................................................. 413
Repeating Data in Multiple Cells ............................................... 413
Changing a Batch Number ....................................................... 414
Dialog Box Buttons ................................................................. 414
Modifying Columns ................................................................. 415
Modifying Font ....................................................................... 416
Recalculating Results .............................................................. 417
Applying Sample Signatures .................................................... 417
Viewing Signatures ............................................................ 418
Configuring Plot ..................................................................... 419
Zooming In and Out .......................................................... 419
Labeling Points.................................................................. 419
Displaying Statistics .......................................................... 420
Configuring Plot Properties ................................................. 420
Showing Plot ............................................................... 420
Hiding Plot .................................................................. 420
Reporting Units ............................................................ 421
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Entering Significant Digits ............................................. 421

Spreadsheet Procedures .......................................................... 421
Navigating Spreadsheet ..................................................... 421
Using Column Scroll Bar ................................................ 421
Using Row Scroll Bar .................................................... 422
Resizing Columns .............................................................. 422
Entering Text .................................................................... 422
Navigating Spreadsheet using View Menu ............................. 422
Viewing Balance ................................................................ 422
Viewing Carousel ............................................................... 423
System Configuration .................................................................. 424
System Tab ........................................................................... 424
Internal Balance Tab............................................................... 427
Balance Instability ............................................................. 429
External Balance Tab .............................................................. 430
Configuring System for Sound Indicators ....................................... 432
Audible Alarm ........................................................................ 432
Audible Sounds ...................................................................... 432
Creating Audible Sounds Using a .wav File............................ 432
Export Formats ........................................................................... 433
Creating an Export Format ...................................................... 433
Configuring Export Properties .................................................. 434
Filename Tab .................................................................... 434
Fields Tab ........................................................................ 434
Delimiters Tab .................................................................. 435
Automation Tab ................................................................ 436
Advanced Tab ................................................................... 437
Preview Tab ...................................................................... 438
Transmission Format ................................................................... 439
Creating and Modifying Transmission Formats............................ 439
Configuring Transmission Properties ......................................... 440
Fields Tab ........................................................................ 440
Delimiters Tab .................................................................. 441
Automation Tab ................................................................ 442
Communication Settings Tab .............................................. 442
Advanced Tab ................................................................... 442
Preview Tab ...................................................................... 443
Export Buffer Format ................................................................... 444
Selecting Language ..................................................................... 445
Sample Templates ....................................................................... 446
Creating a Sample Template .................................................... 446
Configuring User Defined Fields..................................................... 447
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Understanding Comparison Functions ....................................... 448

Applying Number Formatting ................................................... 449
Format Examples .............................................................. 449
Applying Formulas .................................................................. 450
Determining User Permissions....................................................... 452
Adding User in Windows OS ..................................................... 452
Adding Users to Instrument Software ....................................... 452
Changing Users in Windows OS ................................................ 453
Deleting Users in the Instrument Software ................................ 453
Adding or Changing User Permission for Instrument ................... 454
Managing Databases .................................................................... 456
Using the Start Dialog Box ...................................................... 457
Creating and Retrieving Database Backups ................................ 458
Create Backup .................................................................. 458
Retrieve Backup ................................................................ 459
Selecting a Database Connection.............................................. 459
Adding a Database Connection ................................................. 460
Adding a Connection to an Existing Database ........................ 460
Adding a Connection to a New Database .............................. 461
Deleting a Database Connection ............................................... 463
Validating a Database ............................................................. 463
Reviewing Orphan Objects .................................................. 465
Compacting/Repairing a Legacy Database ................................. 466
Managing Databases for 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance ................... 466
Enabling Logging for an Existing Database ........................... 466
Enabling Logging for a New Database .................................. 468
Database Menu ................................................................. 469
Presentation Time ........................................................ 470
View History ................................................................ 471
Archive Log ................................................................. 472
Adding a Connection to a Log Archive Database .................... 473
Removing Results from a Database ..................................... 473
Disabling Logging on an Existing Database ........................... 474
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Getting Started with the Software

Access the software by double-clicking the desktop icon or by using
the TGA701 software management menu, below.
TGA701 Software Management Menu

From the Windows Start menu on the desktop, click
Start/Programs/LECO/TGA701. The selections on the TGA701 software
management menu are explained below.
Configuration Management - Accesses

the dual instrument configuration dialog
box. Refer to Dual Instrument Installation,
page 212.
Database Management - Select to create
and edit databases. Refer to Managing
Databases, page 456.
LECO Corporation Website - Select to
access LECO's website.
TGA701 Analysis Software - Select to
access the software.
TGA701 User Manual - Select to access
the instrument manual.
Uninstall TGA701 Analysis Software Select to uninstall the software.
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Software Main Window

The main window for the TGA701 software displays the Menu bar,
spreadsheet, results display, and plot. The Toolbar and Status bar will
display if enabled on the View menu, page 48.
Sample filters can be created to determine which sample results are
displayed in the spreadsheet. For example, sample results can be
grouped by method or by analysis date. For further information about
filters, refer to Determining Sample Filters, page 534.
The Title bar identifies the software and provides the buttons to
minimize, maximize, and close the software main window. The title bar
also identifies the filter that is currently applied. In the illustration
above, this filter is All Samples. Refer to Determining Sample Filters,
page 534.
The Menu bar, page 47, provides menus to perform various tasks in
the software.
The Toolbar provides quick access to frequently used functions. Refer
to Toolbar, page 411.
The Spreadsheet displays information about samples. The columns
displayed in the spreadsheet will vary, depending on the columns
designated as visible. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 415, for
further information. The Analysis Date column has three display types:
aborted, date/time, and analyzing. When the analysis completes, the
date and time of analysis will display. When the analysis is aborted,
Aborted displays.
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Any of the Constancy columns may display one of following four

phases, depending on conditions. True displays once the sample
reaches constancy. False displays until the sample reaches constancy.
Disabled displays when a method step has a comparator value of 0.0
or 100.0. Aborted displays for any sample that has not reached
constancy when the operator aborts a method step.
The Results Display presents the results for a selected sample or, if a
sample is not selected in the spreadsheet, the results for the last
analyzed sample. Results for multiple samples can also be displayed.
1.
To display the results for more than one sample, select samples
to view by placing cursor in the column under row until a black
arrow appears.
2.
Hold down mouse key and drag the mouse over the desired
samples.
3.
Unclick the mouse. Selected samples appear highlighted in blue.

Statistics for the selected samples appear in the results display.
The average, standard deviation, and RSD for the selected samples
will display.
The Plot displays a graph of the weight loss versus time and furnace
temperature versus time. The reporting units that display in the plot
can be changed using the Elements dialog box. Refer to Configuring
Plot, page 419.
A point sensitive ToolTip will display in the plot when the cursor is
held at a point on a plot line.
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The first two lines in the ToolTip display the analysis time and furnace
temperature for that point in the analysis and are point sensitive to the
X axis. Any remaining lines in the ToolTip are displayed in the same
order as they display on the Plot Properties tab. Refer to Configuring
Plot Properties, page 420.
The first plot type displayed on the Properties tab determines the plot
label and scale for the left Y axis and is point sensitive to the left Y
axis. All other plot types are point sensitive to the X axis and display
the corresponding plot value for that plot type at that point in the
analysis.
The Legend identifies the correlation between a line's color and the
plot type. The temperature plot is always displayed on the right Y axis
and is listed first in the legend. The order of the remaining plot types
that display in the legend are listed in the same order they display on
the Properties tab. Refer to Configuring Plot Properties, page 420.
The Status Bar displays instrument messages. Refer to Status Bar,
page 412, for further information.
Menu Bar
Click on any title on the Menu Bar to access a menu. The following
section explains each menu available from the Menu bar.
Database Menu
When Read Only appears in the title bar, a Presentation Time is
currently active or the user is viewing a log archive database. A log
archive database will also have the database path name on the title
bar.
Print - Opens the Report Settings dialog box to
configure printed report of sample results.
Print Preview - Used to access the Report Settings
dialog box in order to preview how selected samples
will print on the system printer. Print Preview provides
access to the Report Settings dialog box. Refer to
Configure Analysis Report before Printing, page 538.
Print Setup - Used to access the Print Setup dialog
box in order to configure the system printer settings.
Presentation Time - Refer to Database Menu, page
469.
View History - Refer to Database Menu, page
469.
Archive Log - Refer to Database Menu, page
469.
Size - Displays the size of the database.
Exit - Click to close the software.
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Edit Menu
Insert - Refer to Inserting a New Row, page 413.
Fill - Refer to Repeating Data in Multiple Cells, page
413.
Batch # - Refer to Changing a Batch Number, page 4
14.
Cut - Select Cut to remove data from an entire row in
the spreadsheet to the clipboard. Data can then be
pasted into another row.
Copy - Select Copy to duplicate data from a row in the
spreadsheet to the clipboard. Data can then be pasted
into another row of the spreadsheet, duplicating the
copied row.
Paste - Select Paste to insert data from the clipboard to
a selected row in the spreadsheet.
View Menu
Toolbar - The Toolbar command toggles the toolbar
off or on. A indicates the toolbar is displayed in the
main window. Refer to Toolbar, page 411, for
additional information.
Status Bar - The Status Bar command toggles the
status bar off or on. A indicates the status bar is
displayed in the main window. Refer to Using the
Status Bar, page 412, for additional information.
Balance - Click Balance to display a representation of
the current sample weight during sample loading.
Refer to Viewing Balance, page 422.
Carousel - Click Carousel to display a representation
of the carousel. Refer to Viewing Carousel, page
423.
First Row - Click First Row to select the first row of
data in the spreadsheet.
Analysis Row - Click Analysis Row to select the row
of the sample to be analyzed.
Last Row - Click Last Row to select the last row of
data in the spreadsheet.
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Samples Menu
Login - Refer to Log In a Sample, page
Analyze - Click Analyze to start an analysis.
Refer to Analyze a Sample Using Internal
Balance, page 528, for additional
information.
Reset/Abort - Click Reset/Abort to stop an
analysis.
Pause - Click Pause to stop or pause an
analysis at a selected sample and then to
resume at a programmed date and time.
Recalculate - Click Recalculate to adjust
the results of a previously analyzed sample
based on a new calibration.
Transmit - Refer to Data Transmit, page
Print - Refer to Printing from the Software,
page 538.
Print Preview - Refer to Configuring Report
before Printing, page 538.
Print Setup - Click Print Setup to access the
Print Setup dialog box in order to configure
the system printer settings.
Text Import Data - Refer to Import Data,
page 542.
Text Export Data - Refer to Export Data,
page 544.
Text Export Buffers - Refer to Text Export
Buffers, page 545.
Transfer Export - Refer to Transfer Export
and Import, page 546.
Transfer Import - Refer to Transfer Export
and Import, page 546.
Sign - Refer to Sign, page 417.
View Signatures - Refer to Viewing
Signatures, page 418.
Delete - Refer to Delete Samples, page
413.
View History - Refer to Viewing History,
page 471.
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Configuration Menu
Calibration - Refer to Calibration, page
518.
Standards - Refer to Standards, page 514.
Methods - Refer to Methods, page 55.
Counters - Refer to Resetting Maintenance
Counters, page 63.
Sample Templates - Refer to Sample
Templates, page 446.
User Defined Fields - Refer to User Defined
Fields, page 447.
System - Refer to System Configuration,
page 424.
Users - Refer to Determining User
Permission, page 452.
Transmission Formats - Refer to
Transmission Formats, page 439.
Export Formats - Refer to Export Formats,
page 433.
Export Buffer Format - Refer to Export
Buffer Format, page 444.
Select Language - Refer to Selecting
Language, page 445.
Auto Widths - Refer to Resizing Columns,
page 422.
Display - Click to access the Display dialog
box. For the Fields tab and the Font tab, refer
to Configuring Spreadsheet, page 413. For
Elements, refer to Configure Plot, page 419.
Sample Filters - Refer to Determining
Sample Filters, page 534.
Hardware Calibration - Refer to Hardware
Calibration, page 93.
Backup/Restore - Refer to Backup and
Restore Data, page 548.
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Diagnostics Menu
Ambients - Refer to Ambients, page 82.
Solenoids and Switches - Refer to Solenoids and
Switches, page 87.
Network - Refer to Network, page 88.
Communications - Refer to Communications, page
810.
Systems Check - Refer to Systems Check, page 812.
Maintenance Menu
Login - Refer to Resetting Maintenance Counters, page
63.
View Log File - Refer to View File Log, page 68.
Help Menu
About TGA701 - Displays information about the
instrument such as the Customer Name, Serial
Number, Software Version, Software Release
Date, and Copyright information.
Information and Help F1 - Accesses the
electronic version of this instruction manual.
Toolbar
The Toolbar provides quick access to main software functions. Refer to

the View Menu, page 48, for instructions on displaying the Toolbar.
Toolbar
Button
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Action
F3 Login
Creates a new entry in the sample pane.
F5 Analyze
Starts the analysis for the first batch of unanalyzed

sample.
F4 Balance
Enters the weight from the external balance into the

spreadsheet. Used with preweighed crucibles.
F6 Abort
Stops the current analysis.
F7 Cover
Raises and lowers the furnace cover.
F8 Carousel
Rotates the carousel by one position.
F9 Home
Locates the carousel home position.
F1 Info
Click to access a pdf (portable document file) of this

instruction manual.
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Status Bar
If desired, the Status Bar can be enabled or disabled. Refer to the
View Menu, page 48. The Status Bar, located at the bottom of the
screen, will show operational functions of the instrument as they
occur. The following table explains each segment of the Status Bar.
Status Bar
Segment
Function
The first segment displays a general status message.
When not in use, Idle will display.
The second segment is the crucible location in the
carousel. When the carousel is in the Home position, the
reference crucible is shown as 00. This section will also
display the current balance reading in place of -----.
The crucible location is only updated during an analysis.
The balance display is constantly updated.
The third segment displays the current step of the
analysis.
The fourth segment displays Total, Elapsed, or Remaining.
Total indicates the total elapsed time of the analysis.
Elapsed indicates the current amount of time elapsed for
this analysis step. Remaining indicates the amount of time
left before this analysis step is complete. (This is a
minimum amount of time. The actual time may take
longer and at constancy will extend the programmed step
time.)
The fifth segment alternates displays either the crucible
temperature or ramp rate in degrees Celsius.
The sixth segment displays either instrument flow (lpm)
or the type of gas used (none, air, oxygen, or nitrogen).
The seventh segment displays whether the furnace is
enabled or disabled and the percent power applied.
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Configuring Spreadsheet
The following section explains how to customize the spreadsheet for
the columns and font that display. To configure the Plot, refer to
Configuring Plot, page 419.
1.
Click Configuration and select Display or right click anywhere in

the spreadsheet and select Display.
2.
Use the tabs on the Sample Display dialog box to change the
spreadsheet display.
Use the Fields tab to display or hide columns and to change the
order of the columns that display in the spreadsheet of the
software main window. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 415.
The columns that display on the Fields tab depend on the steps
added to a method. Refer to Creating or Editing a Method, page
56. For definitions of the columns that display in the
spreadsheet, refer to Glossary, page 121.
Use the Font dialog box to change the font, style, and size of text.
Refer to Modifying Font, page 416.
Use the Elements tab to determine the plot display. Refer to
Configuring Plot Properties, page 420.
Deleting Samples
Delete removes a selected sample or samples from the spreadsheet. If
logging was enabled when the database was created, refer to Archive
Log, page 472. When deleting a number of older samples from the
database, it is better to create an Archive Log File. Refer to Add a
Connection to Adding a Connection to a Log Archive Database, page
473.
1.
On the main spreadsheet, select the sample to be deleted by

clicking on the row number to the left of the sample.
2.
From the Samples menu, click Delete. The Delete Selected

Sample dialog box is displayed asking "Are you sure you want to
delete the selected samples?"
3.
Click Yes to delete; click No to cancel.
Inserting a New Row

Use Insert to add a new row to the spreadsheet. When a new row is
inserted, it will be a duplicate of the currently selected row.
1.
Click on the desired row in the spreadsheet.
2.
Right click and select Insert. The row will be added to the end of
the spreadsheet. The sample information can be edited if desired.
Repeating Data in Multiple Cells

Use Fill to enter the same data into multiple columns or rows.
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1.
Select cells in table.
2.
Right click in the table and then select Fill.

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3.
In the Fill dialog box, enter the desired value for each cell in the
row or column and then click Fill.
Changing a Batch Number

Use to change the batch number for a sample or group of samples. A
standard or sample that has been logged in with a batch number
assigned, but not analyzed, can have the batch number changed.
1.
Select the un-analyzed sample or group of samples.
2.
From the Edit menu, click Batch #. The Batch Number dialog box
will display.
3.
Enter the correct batch number and click OK.
Dialog Box Buttons

Button
Action
Inserts a row into a table or provides the ability to add a
new item such as a method name.
Select Ascending, and items will appear in alphabetical
and/or numerical order from lowest to highest.
Clone appears on the Methods dialog box.
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1.
Select the method to be cloned.
2.
Click Clone. The new method is inserted above the

cloned method with the same name plus a dash and
the number one (-1).
3.
Select the new method, rename the method, and then

edit method. Refer to Creating or Editing a Method,
page 56.
4.
Click OK to close the Method dialog box.
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Button
Action
1.
Select the desired item to remove. A dialog box will

display to verify the delete.
2.
Click OK.
Methods can be deleted unless referenced by samples.
Moves an item to a lower position, which means, for

example, it will display later in a table.
Select Descending, and the items will appear in
alphabetical and/or numerical order from highest to
lowest.
Click to access the Export dialog box. Refer to Export
Data, page 544.
Click on a column name or click in a cell and then click the
Help button to access a pdf (portable document file) that
explains the selected column.
Click to access the Import dialog box. Refer to Import
Data, page 542.
Provides another option for adding a row to a table where
desired. Because the new row will be inserted above the
selected row, click on the row beneath the desired location
for the new row.
Click to print an item.
Moves an item to a higher position, which means, for
example, it will display earlier in a table.
Click Properties to determine the values, settings, or
parameters for a particular area.
Modifying Columns
The following section explains how to change the columns that display
in a table or spreadsheet.
To display a column, select it in Invisible Fields and then click Show or
double click on the desired column in Invisible Fields.
To remove a column from display, select it in Visible Fields and then
click Hide or double click on the desired column in Visible Fields.
Click Default to restore the column that are preset to display in the
software, if desired. Default is not available on all Fields tabs.
Enter a value, if desired, in the Locked Columns entry box to lock the
leftmost columns so that these columns are always displayed when
scrolling left or right on the spreadsheet. For example, if 4 is entered
in the locked columns entry box, the first four columns listed in Visible
Fields will always display when either scroll arrow at the bottom of the
screen is clicked. Locked columns is not available on all Fields tabs.
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To change the order of the column as they display, select a column

from the Visible Fields column. Click Promote to move a column
toward the beginning of the spreadsheet. Click Demote to move a
column toward the end of the spreadsheet.
Modifying Font
The following section explains how to configure the font that displays
in a table or in the plot.
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1.
Right-click anywhere in the spreadsheet and select Properties, or

click the Configuration menu and select Display.
2.
Click the Font tab. The current selections are highlighted. While
selecting the font name, style, and size, use Sample Text to view
the text as it will display.
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Change the Font Name, Style, or Size, by single clicking the

desired selection in the list.
4.
Click OK when the text displays as desired.
Recalculating Results
Click Recalculate to adjust the results of a previously analyzed sample
based on a new calibration.
1.
Select the samples to be recalculated.
2.
From the Samples menu, click Recalculate. A dialog box is

displayed verifying the results should be recalculated.
3.
Click Yes to recalculate. The samples are automatically

recalculated. Click No to cancel recalculation.
Applying Sample Signatures

Used to apply a signature to samples. Sign is only available if logging
was enabled when the database was created. Refer to Managing
Databases, page 456.
1.
Select the desired sample in the spreadsheet.
2.
From the Samples menu, click Sign. The Sign dialog box will
appear.
In the Sign dialog box, System displays the name assigned to the
computer that identifies the computer on a network.
User displays the name of the user logged onto the Windows
Operating System.
Date and Time display the date and time the signature was
applied to the sample.
Local or UT will be checked depending on the selection made for
the presentation time. Refer to Presentation Time, page 470.
System Setup
3.
For Name, enter the name of the person applying the signature to
the sample.
4.
For Description, enter information to help identify the sample, if

desired.
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Viewing Signatures
Used to view signatures that have been assigned to samples. View
Signatures is only available if logging was enabled when the database
was created. Refer to Managing Databases for 21 CFR Part 11
Compliance, page 466.
1.
Select desired sample in the spreadsheet by clicking in the Name

column.
2.
From the Samples menu, click View Signatures.

In the View Signature dialog box, Signers displays the signatures
assigned to the sample, and the date these signatures were
applied. Valid will either display Valid or Not Valid. Valid indicates
the result has not been modified, and Not Valid indicates that the
current data encryption code for the result does not match the
data encryption code stored with the result at the time the result
was signed/validated.
System displays the name assigned to the computer that
identifies the computer on a network.
User displays the name of the user logged onto the Windows
Operating System.
Date and Time display the date and time the signature was
applied to the sample. Local or UT will be checked depending on
the selection made for the presentation time. Refer to
Presentation Time, page 470.
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Configuring Plot
The following section explains how to view the plot. The plot displays a
graph of the weight loss versus time and furnace temperature versus
time for a selected sample.
Right click anywhere in the spreadsheet and the following menu

appears. Zoom Out and Zoom Out One Level will display grayed out on
the menu until the magnification of the plot is increased by zooming
in.
Zoom In/Out - Use to increase and decrease plot
magnification. Refer to Zoom In and Out, below.
Zoom Out One Level - Use to return to the previous
level of magnification.
Label Points - Refer to Label Points, below.
Statistics - Refer to Displaying Statistics, page
420.
Print - Select to reproduce the plot on paper.
Print Preview - Select to view the plot before
printing.
Properties - Refer to Configuring Plot Properties,
page 420.
Zooming In and Out
1.
Position the mouse over the area to zoom in.
2.
While holding the left mouse button down, draw a box with the
mouse. The area inside the box will be magnified. Draw another
box to zoom in farther.
Labeling Points
When selected, points on the plot are labeled to show the order in
which they were selected from the Spreadsheet.
To label points on the plot,
System Setup
1.
Select multiple samples in the Spreadsheet.
2.
Click in the desired plot.

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Select Label Points from the menu.
Displaying Statistics
When Statistics is checked, the plotted result curves change to plotted
result points. A point is displayed for each sample and represents the
peak concentration. To enable or disable statistics,
1.
Select multiple samples from the spreadsheet.
2.
Click in the desired plot and select Statistics from the menu.
Configuring Plot Properties

The following section explains how to configure the plot display by
using the plot properties. The plot can be configured to display weight,
weight loss, and derivatives. To access the Properties tab, right click
on the plot and then select Properties. Refer to Configuring
Spreadsheet, page 413 for further information about the Fields and
Font Tabs.
Showing Plot
1.
If the Elements tab is not already displayed, right click in the plot
and then select Properties.
2.
Select the desired plot from the Hidden Plots selection box by
clicking on it once.
3.
Click Show. The plot will move to the Visible Plots Selection box.
4.
Click OK.
1.
2.
Select the desired plot from the Visible Plots selection box by
clicking on it once.
3.
Click Hide. The element will move to the Hidden Plots selection
box.
Hiding Plot
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Click OK.
Reporting Units
1.
2.
Select the desired plot.
3.
Click the arrow next to Reporting Units and then select the
reporting unit from the list that displays.
4.
Enter a different value for significant digits, if desired. The default

is 3.
5.
Click OK.
Entering Significant Digits

Enter the number of significant digits in the entry box.
Spreadsheet Procedures
Navigating Spreadsheet
The spreadsheet can contain numerous rows and columns, so the
following menu can be used to easily navigate the data in the
spreadsheet. To access the menu, right click on either the column
scroll bar to page through the columns or the row scroll bar to page
through the rows.
Using Column Scroll Bar

Scroll Here displays the data at a certain location in the spreadsheet.
For example, to display columns near the end of the spreadsheet, right
click on the right most side of the column scroll bar and then click
Scroll Here. The last columns in the spreadsheet will display.
Left Edge displays the beginning of the spreadsheet.
Right Edge displays the end of the spreadsheet.
Page Left will go to the left most point equivalent to one page
depending on the point selected on the column scroll bar.
Page Right will go to the right most point equivalent to one page
Scroll Left moves the spreadsheet to the left by one column depending
on the point selected on the column scroll bar.
Scroll Right moves the spreadsheet to the right by one column
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Using Row Scroll Bar

Scroll Here displays the data at a certain location in the spreadsheet.
For example, to display rows near the middle of the spreadsheet, right
click near the middle of the row scroll bar and then click Scroll Here.
Rows near the middle of the spreadsheet will display.
Top displays rows at the top of the spreadsheet.
Bottom displays rows at the bottom of the spreadsheet.
Page Up will move the rows up equivalent to one page depending on
the point selected on the column scroll bar.
Page Down moves the rows down equivalent to one page depending
on the point selected on the column scroll bar.
Scroll Up moves the spreadsheet up by one row depending on the
point selected on the column scroll bar.
Scroll Down moves the spreadsheet down by one row depending on
the point selected on the column scroll bar.
Resizing Columns
Columns can be sized to properly display sample data. The grid cells
can be resized by selecting one side of the column title frame and
dragging the frame to the desired size. Double clicking on the divider
line between the columns sizes the column to the largest entry.
Columns can be sized automatically to the width of each cell in order
to accommodate the text inside the cell. From the Configuration menu,
click Auto Widths. The columns are automatically adjusted.
Entering Text
Text can be entered and edited right in the spreadsheet by either
entering data or selecting data from a list. Analysis results, however,
cannot be edited.
Navigating Spreadsheet using View Menu
Use the View menu to select the first row in the spreadsheet, select
the analysis row in the spreadsheet, and/or select the last row in the
spreadsheet. Refer to the View Menu, page 48.
Viewing Balance
The Balance display allows the user to monitor the amount of sample
that is being loaded into a crucible. To access the Balance display, click
Balance on the View menu.
The Balance display will show a target mass for a sample that is based
on the specified minimum weight and maximum weight values. Refer
to the System tab, page 424, for further information.
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Viewing Carousel
From the View menu, click Carousel to display the carousel when
measuring and adding sample to a crucible. If samples have been
logged in, those crucibles will also be displayed in the Carousel
window.
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System Configuration
System Configuration permits the operator to set the overall
instrument operating settings and parameter values for a specific
application or set of applications..
System Tab
1.
From the Configuration menu, click System. The System

Configuration dialog box will display.
2.
The system parameters are set to the default values. Special

settings for proven applications may be entered at this point.
A.
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For Significant Digits, enter a value to indicate the number

of significant digits when no other formatting is specified.
The default is F5. Refer to Applying Number Formatting,
page 449 for further information.
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B.
Enter a value for Barometric Pressure. The default is 760

mm.
C.
Specify a temperature for Cover Open Half in C. During

cool down, when the furnace temperature falls below the
specified temperature, the furnace cover will open halfway.
D.
Specify a temperature for Cover Open full in C. During

cool down, when the furnace temperature falls below the
specified temperature, the furnace cover will open
completely.
E.
Specify a temperature for Furnace Overtemp in C. When

the furnace reaches the specified temperature, the internal
overtemp switch is activated.
F.
If desired, specify a Sample Login Timeout. The default

sample login timeout is 0, which means there is no timeout.
The range can be set from 1 to 60 minutes. The sample login
timeout begins as soon as the Analyze button is pressed. If
the sample login process is not completed before the Total
analysis time on the status bar reaches the sample login
timeout, the analysis is aborted.
G.
Click the arrow to enable or disable Increment Sample

Names. When enabled, the sample ID automatically
increments by one every time a sample is entered into the
spreadsheet.
H.
Click the arrow to select the crucible location.

Select Fixed Location to specify the crucible during sample
log in; the crucible must then be placed in the specified
location.
Select Auto Find to specify the crucible during sample log in;
the crucible must then be placed in the specified location.
Select Auto Assign, and the software will automatically
assign crucible locations so that the crucibles are positioned
evenly around the carousel. The user must then place the
crucibles in the carousel locations assigned by the software.
I.
Select the Temperature Check check box, and the analyzer

will check the temperature of the furnace before the analysis
starts. If the furnace temperature is over 35 C, the analyzer
will display a dialog box. The operator can then start the
analysis or wait for the furnace to cool. This also checks for
temperature instability during the sample loading procedure.
J.
Select the Sound Alarm on Errors check box to activate an

audible alarm whenever an error occurs. When the check
box is cleared, an alarm will not sound.
K.
For Sample Loading Options,

For the Furnace Cover Position, click the arrow to select
the position of the furnace cover during sample loading and
when adding lids. Full Open is the typical position.
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For the Carousel Position, click the arrow to select the

position of the carousel during sample loading and when
adding lids. Select Weigh in order to weight samples while
loading; Select Rotate to weigh the samples after the
actuator button has been pressed. When selecting the
Weigh position, LECO suggests to select the Retake Initial
Weight check box. Refer to step 2.G, page 429.
Select the Batch Mode check box to load all crucibles at
the same time. This reduces the total time necessary to
load all crucibles. When in batch mode, the carousel will not
move to the weigh position to load samples.
L.
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Select the Pre-Weighed Crucibles check box and the

Weigh into Crucibles check box along with the Reference
Crucible Weight field will appear. These parameters apply
when using preweighed crucibles in which crucible weights
can be entered manually or by using the external balance.
For an explanation of these parameters, refer to step 2,
page 531.
After entering all information, click OK.
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Internal Balance Tab

During sample loading, the software will not advance unless the
measured sample weight is within the minimum and maximum weight
conditions.
System Setup
1.
On the System Configuration dialog box, click Internal Balance.

The Internal Balance dialog box will display.
2.
The balance parameters are set to the default values. Special

settings for proven applications may be entered at this point.
A.
For Readability, enter a value to represent the readability.

The default is 4.
B.
For Environment, enter the type of environment

(surrounding) that the instrument has been placed in. The
default is Very Stable.
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C.
For Constancy Option, enter the desired option that

corresponds to the comparator step level value defined in
the method step parameter. Constancy options are explained
in Equations for Constancy, below.
Each sample in the carousel is said to have reached
constancy when
The comparator value as specified in the equations
below is less than the comparator value defined in the
method step
and
The comparator level is satisfied for all data points
within the constancy window defined in the method
step.
Equations for Constancy

TGA601(% of Sample Weight)
cvi , j =
mi 1, j mi , j
minitial , j
x100
0.05 =
0.8005 0.8
1.0000
x100
TGA701(% of Step Weight)
cvi , j =
mi 1, j mi , j
m step , j
x100
0.05 =
0.8001 0.8
0.2000
x100
Absolute Value (grams)
cvi , j = mi 1, j mi , j
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0.0005 = 0.8005 0.8000
Equation
Value
Defined as
cvi,j
The current comparator value for

sample j
minitial,j
The initial sample weight for sample j
mstep,j
The weight loss for sample j for the

current method step
mi-1,j
The preceding sample weight for sample

j
mi,j
The current sample weight for sample j
D.
For Minimum Weight, enter the minimum sample weight

allowed for an analysis.
E.
For Maximum Weight, enter the maximum sample weight

allowed for an analysis.
F.
For Zero Deviation, enter an absolute value in grams to

represent the absolute maximum amount of balance drift the
software will allow before issuing a warning during the
sample loading procedure. The default value is 0.0005g.
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G.
When the Retake Initial Weights check box is selected, the

furnace cover closes, and the carousel is raised to the Turn
position and then lowered to the Weigh position a second
time so that the crucible is centered on the balance pedestal
automatically and the initial weight for the sample is retaken
and recorded. Retake Initial Sample Weight helps ensure the
correct initial weight is recorded for each sample. When the
sample is loaded in the Weigh position, it is possible for the
crucible on the balance pedestal to be bumped or moved so
that the crucible rubs against the carousel and gives an
incorrect initial weight.
H.
Click Reset to reset the balance communications.
I.
Click Tare to zero the balance.
J.
Click Print to reproduce the Balance dialog box in a paper

document.
After entering all information, click OK.
Balance Instability
In most cases, balance instability is the result of trying to initiate the
next analysis before the furnace has completely cooled or reached
equilibrium. When the next analysis is initiated, the cover closes and
residual heat from the furnace will cause the furnace temperature to
increase and cause a balance instability. Balance instability can also be
the result of warm-up times associated with a balance and ambient
temperatures inside the instrument. Most modern analytical balances
have an auto zero feature built into the software that will maintain a
zero reading in the absence of user intervention. In the TGA701, this
feature is disabled since it is necessary to know the balance drift so
that it can be corrected during the course of the analysis. The Internal
Balance tab can be used to set the maximum zero deviation. Refer to
Internal Balance Tab, page 427.
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External Balance Tab

Use the External Balance tab to configure the software for an external
balance. Refer to Balance Mode Settings, page 431, for further
information.
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1.
For Port, click the arrow and select the port location from the list.
Default is COM2.
2.
For Baud Rate, click the arrow and select the baud rate from the
list. Default is 1200 bps.
3.
For Data Bits, click the arrow and select the number of data bits
from the list. Default is 7.
4.
For Parity, click the arrow and select either odd or even. Default
is Even.
5.
For Stop Bits, click the arrow and select either 1 or 2 from the
list. Default is 1.
6.
For Readability, click the arrow and select 4, 5, or 6 from the list.
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For Balance Mode, click the arrow and select either Normal or
Disabled from the list. Select Normal when a balance is connected
to system. Select Disabled when a balance is not connected to
system.
Balance Mode Settings
Very Stable: Operation in very stable conditions
Stable: Operation in normal conditions
Unstable: Operation in unstable conditions
Very unstable: Operation in very unstable conditions
Weighing time increases when the system in operated in unstable

conditions.
8.
For Send Command, click the arrow and select the desired
command from the list.
9.
For Tare Command, click the arrow and select the desired
command from the list.
10. Click Print to print a copy of the balance parameters, if desired.

11. Use Test Commands when it is necessary to check the operation
of the balance. Click Send to send a weight from the balance.
When operational, the balance reading will display in the
spreadsheet. Click Tare to set the balance display to zero.
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Configuring System for Sound Indicators

Audible Alarm
To select an audible alarm to sound when an error occurs, from the
Configuration menu, select System, and then select the Sound Alarm
on Errors check box. When the check box is cleared, an alarm will not
sound for an error.
Audible Sounds
The TGA701 has an audible sound indicator when the lid opens or
closes, when it is time to load a sample, and when it is time to add or
remove crucible covers.
Creating Audible Sounds Using a .wav File
You can create customized audible sounds using .wav files. LECO,
however, does not provide the external speakers that are required to
hear sounds from .wav files. When creating a .wav file, it is
recommended to use as few words as possible. For example, you can
select the ReadyforCovers.wav file, record a statement such as "time
to add covers" in your desired language, and save the file. This
message will then play when it is time to add the crucible covers.
1.
2.
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Locate the .wav files.

A.
Right click on the Windows Start menu and select Explore.
B.
Find the TGA701 folder located at C:\Program

Files\LECO\TGA701.
Click on the desired .wav file that appears in the file list. The .wav
files are also listed below.
.wav Filename
Action
AddRemoveCovers.wav
Add or Remove covers
FurnaceClose.wav
The furnace is about to close.
FurnaceOpen.wav
The furnace is about to open.
LoadCrucibles.wav
Load empty crucible into

carousel.
LoadSample.wav
Load the sample material into

the empty crucible.
ReadyForCovers.wav
The system is ready for covers.
SampleMassError.wav
The sample mass is out of the

specified sample weight range.
AddReferenceCrucible.wav
Add reference crucible.
AddEmptyCrucible.wav
Add empty crucible.
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Export Formats
The following section explains how to create an export format.
Creating an Export Format
System Setup
1.
Click Configuration and select Text Export Data. The Export

Formats dialog box will display. Refer to Dialog Box Buttons, page
414, for further information about each button on the Export
Formats dialog box.
2.
Click Add. Export- will display in the new row that has been
added to the Export Formats spreadsheet.
3.
Double click in the new row to change the name of the export.
4.
Click Properties and use the tabs on the Export Formats

Properties to define the parameters for the export format. Refer
to Configuring Export Properties, page 434.
5.
After creating an export format, refer to Export Data, page 544,

for instructions to export the data.
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Configuring Export Properties

Filename Tab
Use the Filename tab to configure the file for the export.
1.
For Filename, enter a name for the file or select an existing file by
clicking Browse.
2.
Determine how the software will handle the file by selecting one
of the following check boxes:
Select Append to File, and the highlighted sample analysis data
will be attached to the previously saved file.
Select Automatically Increment Filename, and if the last
characters in the filename contain numbers, they will
automatically be incremented by one when the file is saved.
Select Prompt for Filename, and the export filename dialog box
will display and prompt the operator to enter a filename.
Fields Tab
Use the Fields tab to determine the information that is exported.
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To add a field to the export, select the field from Fields and then click
Add. The Field will automatically move to the Export column.
To remove a field so that it does not export, select the field from
Export and then click Remove. The Field will automatically move to the
Fields column.
Click Promote to move a field to display in a higher position in the
table. Moving a field to a higher position means that field will display
earlier in Export Formats. Select the Field from the Export column and
click Promote until the field appears in desired position.
Click Demote to move a field to display in a lower position in the table.
Moving a field to a lower position means that field will display later in
the Export Formats. Select the Field from the Export column and click
Demote until the field appears in desired position.
For Average, click the arrow and Select Off to transmit the individual
results for each sample. Select On to calculate and then transmit an
average value for each field selected. Select Group by Sample Name to
calculate an average value for each field and then export the fields
grouped by sample name.
Delimiters Tab
A delimiter is a character that separates fields of data. Use the
parameters on this tab to configure the display of the exported data.
System Setup
1.
Select the XML Format check box, and the data will display in XML
format.
2.
Select the Column Headers check box, and the data will be
organized under column headers.
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3.
Select the Field Delimiter by clicking in the desired check boxes to

determine how the exported data will be separated.
Select comma, and the exported data is separated by commas.
Select Tab, and the exported data is separated by a blank space
equivalent to one tab.
Select Other, and the exported data is separated by a
punctuation mark or symbol determined by the user.
4.
Select the delimiter for the Start of Transmission.

Select None, and nothing will display before exported data.
Select Other and then type in the desired delimiter or click the
arrow on the menu to select a letter string that will display before
the exported data.
5.
Select the delimiter for the end of transmission.

Select Carriage Return to have data followed by a carriage
return.
Select Carriage Return Followed by a line feed (CR/LF) to have
data followed by a carriage return and line feed.
Select Other and indicate the text that should display or click the
arrow on the menu to the letter string that will display after the
exported data.
Automation Tab
Select the Automatically Export Each New Analysis check box, and
each new analysis will export after analysis has completed.
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Advanced Tab
Select the Advanced tab to enter and modify the fields that are
exported. The Advanced tab provides almost the same function as the
Fields and Preview tabs except that in the Advanced tab, export
information can be changed directly in the Export Format box. When
export information is changed using the Advanced tab, the Fields tab
and Preview tab automatically update.
To add a field to the Export Format, select the desired field from the
Fields selection box and then select Add Field to Transmit Format. The
field appears in the Export Format selection box.
To change the export format, select in the Export Format dialog box
and enter new information. To add a field to the Export Format, select
the desired field from the Fields selection box and then select Add Field
to Transmit Format. The field appears in the Export Format selection
box.
Numeric Field Formatting allows you to quickly enter number
formatting for all of the fields selected for export. Number Width
specifies the number of characters that will appear in the number
format and Precision specifies the number of places that display after
the decimal point.
To change these values, just enter a new value in the box for Precision
and/or for Width and then select Set to display the format in the
Export Format area. For example if 8 is entered for Number Width and
3 is entered for Number Precision, 8.3 will display for each field with
numeric value results in the Export Format area as shown below.
Select Remove to remove number formatting from the Export Format
area.
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Preview Tab
Use the Preview tab to display the appearance of the data when it
exports. Any changes can then be made before the data is actually
exported. The following example displays the data with the Column
Headers check box checked, Comma checked for Delimiter, None
checked for start of Transmission, and the Carriage Return/Line Feed
(CR/LF) check box checked for End of Transmission. To change the
data display, refer to the Delimiters tab, page 435.
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Transmission Format
Transmission Formats permits the operator to select sample data to
send to a network computer or folder location on the system hard
drive.
Creating and Modifying Transmission Formats

A field is a block of transmitted data. The following section explains
how to create and modify transmission formats.
System Setup
1.
Click Configuration and select Transmission Formats. The

Transmission Formats screen will display. Refer to Dialog Box
Button Definitions, page 414, for definitions of the buttons on
the Transmission Formats dialog box.
2.
Click Add to insert a blank row into the table. Transmit- will
display in the new row.
3.
To enter a different name in the new row, double click in the row
and enter desired name.
4.
Select Properties and enter parameters for the transmit format

using the tabs on the Transmission Properties Formats dialog box.
Refer to Configuring Transmission Formats Properties, page 440.
To automatically transmit an analysis, refer to the Automation
tab, page 442.
5.
After creating the transmission format, refer to Data Transmit,

page, 550, for instructions to send samples using Transmission
Formats.
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Configuring Transmission Properties

Fields Tab
Use the Fields tab to determine the information to transmit.
To add a field to transmit, select the field in Fields and then click Add.
The Field will automatically move to the Transmit column.
To remove a Field so that it will not transmit, select the field in
Transmit and then click Remove. The Field will automatically move to
the Fields column.
For Average, click the arrow and Select Off to transmit the individual
results for each sample. Select On to calculate and then transmit an
average value for each field selected. Select Group by Sample Name
Prefix to calculate an average value for each field and then transmit
the fields grouped by sample name.
Click Promote to move a field to be transmitted before another field.
Select the Field in the Transmit column and click Promote until the
field reaches desired position.
Click Demote to move a field to be transmitted after another field.
Select the Field in the Transmit column and click Demote until the field
reaches desired position.
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Delimiters Tab
A delimiter is a character that separates fields of data. Use the
parameters on this tab to configure the display of the transmitted
data.
1.
Select the XML Format check box, and the data will display in XML
format.
2.
Select the Column Headers check box, and the data will be
organized under column headers.
3.
Select the Field Delimiter by clicking in the desired check box to

determine how the transmitted data will be separated.
Select comma, and the transmitted data is separated by
commas.
Select Tab, and the transmitted data is separated by a blank
space equivalent to one tab.
Select Other, and the transmitted data is separated by a
punctuation mark or symbol determined by the user.
4.
Select the delimiter for the Start of Transmission.

Select None, and nothing will display before transmitted data.
Select Other and then type in the desired delimiter or click the
arrow on the menu to select a letter string that will display before
the transmitted data.
5.
Select the delimiter for the end of transmission.

Select Carriage Return to have data followed by a carriage
return.
Select Carriage Return Followed by a line feed (CR/LF) to have
data followed by a carriage return and line feed.
Select Other and indicate the text that should display or click the
arrow on the menu to the letter string that will display after the
transmitted data.
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Automation Tab
Select the Automatically Transmit Each New Analysis check box, and
each new analysis will transmit after analysis has completed.
Communication Settings Tab
For Encoding, select either ASCII or Unicode to customize the

appearance of the data. Refer to the Glossary, page 121, for further
information.
For Device, select Serial Port, or select Network to configure the
software for a network.
Click Configure to enter parameters for the transmission format. Refer
to the Glossary, page 121, for further information.
Advanced Tab
Select the Advanced tab to enter and modify the fields that are
transmitted. The Advanced tab provides almost the same function as
the Fields and Preview tabs except that in the Advanced tab, transmit
information can be changed directly in the Transmission Format box.
When transmit information is changed using the Advanced tab, the
Fields tab and Preview tab automatically update.
To add a field to the Transmission Format, select the desired field from
the Fields selection box and then select Add Field to Transmit Format.
The field appears in the Export Format selection box.
To change the transmit format, enter new information in the
Transmission Format box.
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Numeric Field Formatting allows you to quickly enter number

formatting for all of the fields selected for transmit. Number Width
specifies the number of characters that will appear in the number
format and Precision specifies the number of places that display after
the decimal point. To change these values, just enter a new value in
the box for Precision and/or for Width and then select Set to display
the format in the Transmission Format area. For example if 8 is
entered for Number Width and 3 is entered for Number Precision, 8.3
will display for each field with numeric value results in the
Transmission Format area as shown below. Select Remove to remove
number formatting from the Transmission Format area.
Preview Tab
When a sample or group of samples is selected in the spreadsheet, use
the Preview tab to display the appearance of the data before it is
transmitted. Any changes can then be made before the data is actually
transmitted. To change the display of the data, refer to the Delimiters
tab, page 441.
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Export Buffer Format

Export Buffer Format provides the means to select the columns and
specify the data format that is to be used when exporting sample data
buffers. The export buffer format that displays is based on the current
spreadsheet selection.
If it is necessary to return the export buffer format to the default
format, click the Set Defaults button.
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1.
Use Preview to determine the buffer format as the sample fields

are added.
2.
For the Sample Identification Fields,

A.
Click the arrow and select the desired field. The selectable
fields are the same as the columns available from the
spreadsheet.
B.
In the Sample Identification Fields display box, click in the

desired location for the sample identification field to display.
3.
Click Add. The selected field will be added at the current cursor
position.
4.
Repeat 2-3 until desired sample identification fields have been

selected.
5.
For the Sample Data Fields,

A.
Click the arrow and select the desired field. The selectable
fields consist of buffer attributes and basic sample
information such as name, location, batch, and furnace. The
basic sample information is included in both the Sample
Identification Fields and Sample Data Fields so that if the
buffer is exported into a software program such as Microsoft
Excel, the buffers can be sorted by sample name.
B.
In the Sample Data Fields display box, click in the desired

location for the sample data field to display.
6.
Click Add. The selected field will be added at the current cursor
position.
7.
Repeat steps 5-6 until desired sample data fields have been
selected.
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Selecting Language
The Select Languages dialog box displays the different language
choices in the software. The following section explains how to change
the language choice.
System Setup
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Select language. The Select

Language dialog box will display.
2.
Click the desired language.
3.
Click OK.
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Sample Templates
Sample templates provide a quick way to enter repetitive information.
Refer to Dialog Box Button Definitions, page 414, for further
information about the buttons
Creating a Sample Template
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1.
Click the Configuration menu and select Sample Templates. The

Sample Templates screen will display.
2.
Click Add to insert a new row into the Sample Templates table.
3.
Click in the Method dialog box and then click the arrow to select
the method for the sample template.
4.
Enter comments, if desired.
5.
Enter a description, if desired.
6.
Use the buttons on Sample Templates dialog box to determine

the sample template parameters. Refer to Dialog Box Button
Definitions, page 414.
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Configuring User Defined Fields

The User Defined Fields command allows customized fields to be added
to the spreadsheet. User defined fields can display results from
functions or they can display customized text such as notes or
comments. The user can enter text during sample log in, page 526,
or as part of a sample template, page 446.The user can display,
print, transmit, and export any user-defined field.
The User Defined Fields command allows customized fields, such as
column headings, to be added to the spreadsheet. User defined fields
can display results from functions or they can display customized text
such as notes or comments.
1.
From the Configuration menu, select User Defined Fields.
2.
Create or modify a user field as follows: To create a user field,

select Add. A new row will be inserted into the table; Or, to
modify a user field, select the desired user field in the table.
To delete a user field from the table, select the row of the desired
user field and then select delete.
3.
For a new user field, type a name in the Name column.
4.
Complete the table for the new or modified user field as follows:
Select the Read Only check box to prevent the user field from
being edited in the spreadsheet.
Select the Numeric check box and only numeric values can
appear in the spreadsheet.
For Format, enter a format to determine how the result of the
user defined field displays in the spreadsheet. Refer to Applying
Number Formatting, page 449.
For Formula, enter a formula to use if the field will be used for a
calculation. Refer to Applying Formulas, page 450. This field
should be selected as read-only.
Select the Login check box and the field will appear in the
Sample dialog box. Refer to Log In a Sample, page 526.
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Select the Stats check box and statistics will appear on the
dashboard. When selected, both Read Only and Numeric are
automatically selected.
Select the Standard check box and the user defined field will
appear in the Standard dialog box and can be edited. The user
can define the value and range of the standard, which can then
be calibrated.
5.
After creating a new user defined field, a column labeled with the
name of the new user field will display in the spreadsheet.
6.
To apply a user defined field to a previously analyzed sample,

select the sample in the spreadsheet and then select Recalculate
from the Samples menu.
Understanding Comparison Functions

The following table explains the comparisons that can be used in a
formula.
Function
+
Plus
Minus
Multiply
Divide
Raise to the power
Equal
>
Greater than
>=
<
<=
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Definition
Greater than or equal to

Less than
Less than or equal to
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Applying Number Formatting

A number format that determines how the result of the user defined
field appears in the spreadsheet can be entered as explained in the
following section. This section provides examples of formats and how
the result will display depending on which format is utilized.
Format Examples
*Format
Type
Value
Format for Result
Result
4.50360
4.50360000
0.123456
F4.5
0.1235
0.000789
F3.5
0.00079
0.000789
F3.2
0.00
321.8765
F3.5
322
0.123456
S4
1.235x10-1
0.000789
S3
7.89x10-4
0.000789
S2
7.9x10-4
321.8765
I3
322
321.8765
I2
320
Fn.m
Sn
In
A = Default format
n = Total number of significant digits to be represented
m = Maximum number of digits after the decimal
I = Integer notation
S = Scientific notation: An exponential format (y.yyy x 10e) in which any number is
expressed as a number between 1 and 10 multiplied by a power of 10 that indicates
the correct position of the decimal in the original number.
F = Fixed point notation: Traditional decimal notation
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Applying Formulas
Formulas can be entered into the Formula column of the User Fields
dialog box and are used to calculate the result. The following section
provides some example formulas and the result based on their
calculation. Spacing and other details of the formula must be exact. If
an error message such as "badOpt" or "badOpn" appears in the
spreadsheet, verify the syntax of the formula matches the syntax of an
example formula in the table below.
Formula Type1
Result
[exp] * value
[exp]+value
Result multiplied by 4
units
Example:
[Moisture %] x 4
Result plus 4 units
[Moisture %] + 4
@ABS(exp)
Absolute value
Example: @ABS([Moisture %]-[Ash %])
@Log10(exp)
Log base 10
Example:
@Log10([Moisture %])
@ln(exp)
Natural log
Example:
@ln([Moisture %])
@SQRT(exp)
Square root
Example: @SQRT([Moisture %])

@Maximum(exp1,exp2)
Example: @Maximum([Moisture %],[Ash %])
Finds Maximum
@Minimum(exp1,exp2)
Example:
@Minimum([Moisture %],[Ash %])
Finds Minimum
@IF(cond,true,false)
If the Moisture% value is

>0.01%, the Moisture %
value will appear;
otherwise, zero will
appear.
Example:
@IF([Moisture %]>0.01%,[Moisture %],0)
@AND(cond1,cond2)
Example:
@IF(@AND([Moisture %]>0.01%,[Ash %]<100%),1,0)
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and Ash % is <100%, 1
will appear; otherwise,
zero will appear.
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Formula Type1
Result
@OR(cond1,cond2)
If either Moisture % is >

0.01% or Ash % is
<100%, 1 will appear;
otherwise, zero will
appear.
Example:
@IF(@OR([Moisture %]>0.01%,[Ash%]<100%),1,0)
@XOR(cond1,cond2)
Example:
@IF(@XOR([Moisture%]>0.01%,[Ash %]<100%,1,0)
If just Moisture % is
>0.01% or just Ash % is
< 100% (not both), 1 will
appear; otherwise, zero
will appear.
The term exp stands for expression. Use exp in a formula to specify
a value or perform a calculation on values. It may represent a single
number or a formula that returns a number.
The term cond stands for condition. Use cond for comparisons based
on single or multiple conditions. It is used with a comparison such as
<, >, =, or with the @AND, @OR, and @XOR formulas.
Refer to Understanding Comparison Functions, page 448, for further
information.
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Determining User Permissions

Users on the Configuration menu helps prevent unauthorized operation
by permitting the system administrator to assign permission for users
to perform selected functions in the instrument software. The following
section explains how to add users to the Windows OS (Operating
System) on the local pc and how to add users to the instrument
through a network/domain login.
Adding User in Windows OS

To add a user, refer to the Windows OS help system as follows:
1.
From the desktop, click Start and then click on Help. Help may be
referred to as Help and Support depending on the Windows OS
that is used.
2.
In the search box, type Users and Passwords.
3.
Make a selection from the Users and Passwords options list, click
Display and follow the instructions provided.
Adding Users to Instrument Software

The following section explains how to add users to the instrument
software. This procedure applies when a user is not assigned in the
Windows OS on the local pc but will be logging onto the instrument
through a network/domain login.
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1.
On the Configuration menu, click Users. The Users dialog box will
appear.
2.
On the Users dialog box, click Add. The word User will appear
under Name.
3.
Click on User and type in the network/domain login for the user.
If the user identification entered here does not match the
required network/domain login for the user to log on to the pc
from a network, the user will not have the permissions designated
in the software.
4.
Refer to Adding or Changing User Permission, page 454, for

Instrument for instructions to assign permissions to individual
users.
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Changing Users in Windows OS

The following section explains how to change users. This procedure
applies both to users assigned in Windows and to users added to the
instrument on a network/domain login.
1.
Close the software.
2.
On the desktop, click Start and then click Log Off. This step will
vary depending on the Windows OS that is used.
3.
Enter the username and password to log on the new user. This
step will vary depending on the Windows OS that is used.
4.
Log in to the instrument. Refer to Getting Started with the

Software, page 44.
Deleting Users in the Instrument Software

Only users added to the instrument on a network/domain login can be
deleted. Users assigned in the Windows OS cannot be deleted from the
Users dialog box.
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1.
Click Configuration and select Users. The Users screen will

appear.
2.
Click on the name to be deleted and then click Delete. A message

dialog box will appear.
3.
Click Yes to delete the username; click No to keep the username.
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Adding or Changing User Permission for Instrument

Users names will appear in the Name column of the Users dialog box.
The current user logged into the Windows system will display in blue.
1.
Click Configuration and select Users. The Users screen will

appear.
A.
To disable all user permissions for a specific user, place a X

in the Guest column. When the user logs on to the system
they will be considered a Guest and will have READ-ONLY
access to the software. For Guest users, the check boxes
listed on the User Properties dialog will be cleared as they
cannot perform any of the tasks listed.
B.
Select the Enable User Permissions check box and user

permissions will be checked during the operation of the
instrument. When the Enable User Permissions checkbox is
cleared, user permissions are not checked and all users can
perform any function on the instrument.
2.
To assign user permissions, click on the name of a user.
3.
If one user requires the exact same permissions as a user that

already has permissions assigned, the Same As column can be
used to save time.
A.
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Select the name of the user to add or change permission by

clicking in the Row column for that user.
B.
Single-click in the Same As column.
C.
From the list, select the name of the user that already has
the same permissions assigned.
Click Properties. The User Properties dialog box will appear.
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5.
Select the desired check boxes to assign or remove user

permission for the functions listed in the edit box. When an X
displays, the user has permission to perform that function.
6.
Click OK when finished assigning permissions.
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Managing Databases
Over time the instrument database can accumulate a great deal of
information. It is good practice to establish a regular database backup
procedure. Refer to Creating and Retrieving Database Backups, page
458.
LECO software applications use a database to store and maintain all
the information necessary to run the instrument, including methods,
standards, system parameters, and sample results. A file system
database is created automatically the first time the software is started.
In addition, a database connection that contains the name and location
of the database is created. The database connection is used to specify
which database to open.
LECO software provides the means to create and maintain the
instrument database and database connections. A database
management wizard allows you to add database connections, to select
a database connection for use, and to delete database connections.
When you add a connection, it can be to a new database or to an
existing database. The new connection name is added to the list of
available database connections.
For 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, logging can be enabled when a
database connection is created. When logging is enabled, Presentation
Time, View History, and Archive Log appear on the Database menu in
the instrument software.
This section explains the following topics:
Using the Start Dialog Box, page 457
Creating and Retrieving Database Backups, page 458
Selecting a Database Connection, page 459
Adding a Database Connection, page 460
Deleting a Database Connection, page 463
Validating a Database, page 463
Compacting/Repairing a Legacy Database, page 466
Managing Databases for 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance, page 466
Enabling Logging for an Existing Database, page 466
Enabling Logging for a New Database, page 468
Presentation Time, page 470
View History, page 471
Archive Log, page 472
Adding a Connection to an Archive Log Database, page 473
Removing Results from Database, page 473
Disabling Logging on an Existing Database, page 474
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Using the Start Dialog Box

The following section explains how to use the Start dialog box in order
to add a new database connection, select and, optionally, validate an
existing connection, or delete a database connection. A compact/repair
selection is available for legacy databases.
1.
Exit the instrument software.
2.
Click Start on the Windows desktop, select Programs, select

LECO, select the instrument, and then click Database
Management. The Start dialog box will appear.
When database connections are created, they will appear under

Connections. The file path for the selected database connection
appears at the bottom of the Start dialog box. Database connections
that are no longer valid appear with dimmed text in the Connections
list. When the user selects a dimmed connection, the software allows
the user to delete the database connection or to reconnect to the
database.
Click Add to add a database connection. Refer to Adding a Database
Connection, page 460.
Or
Click on an existing database connection and then make one of the
following selections:
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Click Select to connect to a database that already exists. Refer to

Selecting a Database Connection, page 459.
Click Validate to validate the database with which the connection

corresponds; however, Select must also be selected to perform
validation. Refer to Validating a Database, page 463.
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Click Delete to remove a database connection. Refer to Deleting a

Database Connection, page 463.
Compact/Repair is not necessary for file system databases (and

does not appear on the Start dialog box); however, it is available
for Legacy Databases. Click Compact/Repair to compact an existing
Legacy Database to conserve disk space and to repair a possibly
corrupted Legacy Database. Refer to Compacting/Repairing Legacy
Database, page 466.
Creating and Retrieving Database Backups

It is good practice to routinely back up data to prevent data loss in the
event something such as a hard drive failure should occur. The
procedure below explains how to backup a database and should be
performed on a regular basis. This procedure applies for all databases
whether or not logging is enabled.
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1.
In the Start dialog box, highlight the database connection of the

database to back up. The file location of the corresponding
database will appear as shown below.
2.
Close the instrument software.
3.
To locate the files for the database connection, right-click on Start

on the desktop and use the Windows Start Menu to navigate to
the folder location.
4.
Select the folder and click Copy.
5.
Paste the files to the desired storage media (e.g., CD, USB
external drive, etc.) or network drive location.
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Retrieve Backup
Data can be retrieved using either method described below. The
instrument software must be closed to perform either procedure.
If there is a problem with the original database and the backup is to
replace it, copy the backup database folder from where it was stored
and use Windows Explorer to paste the folder into the original folder
location for the database. Be aware that data generated in the original
database between the time the backup was made and the time the
backed up data is restored will be lost.
OR
To access the backup as a separate database, copy the backup
database to the desired location. If prompted, do not overwrite an
existing database in this case. Use the Database Management wizard
to add a database connection to this database. Refer to Adding a
Connection to an Existing Database, page 460.
If restoring from read-only media, after copying the database to its
new location, use Windows Explorer to change the attributes for all
folders and files so that they are not read only. To do this, right-click
on the folder name, select Properties, and then clear the Read Only
check box.
Selecting a Database Connection
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1.
2.

3.
Under Connections, click on the desired database connection.
4.
Click Select.
5.
Click Finish to open the selected database.
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Adding a Database Connection

The following section explains how to connect to an existing database
or a new database.
Refer to Adding a Connection to an Existing Database, page 460.
Refer to Adding a Connection to a New Database, page 461.
Adding a Connection to an Existing Database
Connecting to an existing database allows you to use an existing file
system database, which could be very important in a situation that
required a software reinstall such as a system crash. This type of
connection provides the means to reconnect to an existing database.
1.
2.

Management.
3.
In the Start Dialog Box,
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A.
Select Add.
B.
Click Next.
C.
Select File System Database - Use Existing.
D.
Click Next.
When the Connect File System Database dialog box appears,

enter the information for the desired database as follows:
A.
For Connection Name, enter a name for database connection

that will also appear in the Start dialog box in the
Connections list.
B.
For Directory Name,

1)
Select Browse.
2)
Navigate to the folder for the database and click on it as

shown in the screen shot below. Do not click on the Data
folder itself. The names assigned to the databases in the
directory on your system may not match the folder
names in the screen shot.
3)
Click OK.
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If desired, select the Read Only check box. When selected, the
database information can be viewed but not changed. When the
check box is cleared, the database can be modified.
6.
Clear the Log Activity check box.
7.
Click Next.
8.
Click Finish.
Adding a Connection to a New Database

New databases will be file system databases. This database type uses
files and folders as its storage media. The size of the database is only
limited to the free space on the hard drive.
To prevent the database from running slow, it is
recommended that virus checking of the database directory be
disabled. It is also recommended to use NTFS as the hard
drive file format.
System Setup
1.
2.

Management.
3.

A.
Select Add.
B.
Click Next.
C.
Select File System Database - Create New.
D.
Click Next.
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4.
Complete the Create File System Database dialog box as follows:
A.

Connections list.
B.
To use the default location and name for the database

folder, proceed to step C. To use another location,
C.
5.
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1)
Create a folder in the desired location using Windows

Explorer.
2)
Select the Advanced check box, and the Directory Name

selection box will appear.
3)
For Directory Name, click Browse.
4)

shown in the screen shot below. There will not be a data
folder since it is a new database. The names assigned to
the databases in the directory on your system may not
match the folder names in the screen shot.
5)
Click OK.
Clear the Log Activity check box.
Click Next and the Start dialog box will appear.
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The Select check box is automatically selected. Click Finish to

access the newly created database.
Deleting a Database Connection

Delete does not remove physical files from the hard drive. Use
Windows Explorer to remove the physical files.
1.
2.

Management.
3.
Under Connections, click on database connection to remove.
4.
Click Delete.
5.
Click Next. The Delete dialog box will appear.
6.
Click Next to remove the database connection.
Validating a Database
During database validation, the database files will be reviewed for
corruption. If orphan objects are found, refer to Reviewing Orphan
Objects, page 465.
To validate a database,
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3.
Under Connections, click on a database to validate, click Select,

and then click the Validate check box.
4.
Click Finish. The Database Validation dialog box will display the
status of the database validation.
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Reviewing Orphan Objects

When orphaned objects or corrupt database objects are discovered, a
dialog box such as the one shown below will display. It is
recommended to select No and review orphaned objects (such as
samples, methods, and standards) as they display in the Orphaned
Database Object dialog box to ensure they are valid.
If the database is being validated because database objects are
missing, for example samples have disappeared from the spreadsheet,
then recover the orphans by selecting No or No All. Select No to be
prompted for each orphan or select No All to recover all orphans
without being prompted for each one.
If all samples are displayed in the spreadsheet and there are no
apparent problems with the database, then the orphans are likely
objects that weren't completely removed from the database when they
were deleted and these orphans can be deleted. Select Yes to be
prompted before deleting each orphan or select Yes All to delete all
orphans without being prompted for each one.
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Compacting/Repairing a Legacy Database

Compact/Repair is available on databases that are not file system
databases. For file system databases, the compact/repair selection
will not appear on the Start dialog box.
1.
2.

Management.
3.
Under Connections, click on the database to compact/repair.
4.
Click Compact/Repair.
5.
Click Next and the following message will display.
6.
Click Next to compact/repair the database.
Managing Databases for 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance

The following section provides further information about how to create
and view log archive databases for 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. For
general database topics such as Using the Start Dialog Box or Deleting
a Database Connection, refer to Managing Databases, page 456.
In the software, logging can be enabled to keep a record of all changes
as they are made to the database. Logging provides a history of the
changes made as well as the current database values.
By default, logging is not enabled. Logging can be enabled or disabled
when a database connection is added. Refer to Enabling Logging for an
Existing Database Connection, below and Enabling Logging for a New
Database, page 468.
Enabling Logging for an Existing Database
Connecting to an existing database allows you to use an existing file
system database, which could be very important in a situation that
required a software reinstall such as a system crash. This type of
connection provides the means to reconnect to an existing database.
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1.
2.

Management.
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4.
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A.
Select Add.
B.
Click Next.
C.
Select File System Database - Use Existing.
D.
Click Next.
When the Connect File System Database dialog box appears,

enter the information for the desired database as follows:
A.

Connections list.
B.
For Directory Name,

1)
Select Browse.
2)

shown in the screen shot below. Do not click on the Data
folder itself. The names assigned to the databases in the
directory on your system may not match the folder
names in the screen shot.
3)
Click OK.
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5.
If desired, select the Read Only check box. When selected, the
database information can be viewed but not changed. When the
check box is cleared, the database can be modified.
6.
Select the Log Activity check box to turn on logging for any future
changes made to the database through the instrument software.
7.
Click Next.
8.
Click Finish.
Enabling Logging for a New Database

New databases will be file system databases. This database type uses
files and folders as its storage media. The size of the database is only
limited to the free space on the hard drive.
To prevent the database from running slow, it is
recommended that virus checking of the database directory be
disabled. It is also recommended to use NTFS as the hard
drive file format.
1.
2.

Management.
3.
4.
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A.
Select Add.
B.
Click Next.
C.
Select File System Database - Create New.
D.
Click Next.
Complete the Create File System Database dialog box as follows:
A.

Connections list.
B.
To use the default location and name for the database

folder, proceed to step C. To use another location,
1)
Create a folder in the desired location using Windows

Explorer.
2)
Select the Advanced check box, and the Directory Name

selection box will appear.
3)
For Directory Name, click Browse.
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C.
4)

shown in the screen shot below. There will not be a data
folder since it is a new database. The names assigned to
the databases in the directory on your system may not
match the folder names in the screen shot.
5)
Click OK.
Select the Log Activity check box to turn on logging for

changes made to the database through the instrument
software.
5.
Click Next and the Start dialog box will appear.
6.
The Select check box is automatically selected. Click Finish to

access the newly created database.
Database Menu
Items on the Database menu in the instrument software will only
appear if logging was enabled when the database connection was
created. Refer to Enabling Logging for an Existing Database, page 4
66.
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Presentation Time
When logging is enabled for a database connection, the presentation
time can used to view the database as it existed at some previous
point in time. For example, it could be used to view results before a
change in calibration was performed. While a presentation time is set,
and the Live check box is not selected, changes are not allowed to the
database. For example, samples cannot be added and changes cannot
be made to methods.
1.
Click the Database menu in the instrument software and select

Presentation Time. The Presentation Time dialog box will appear.
2.
Select the time and date for the presentation time as follows:
Select the Live check box to view current information or clear the
Live checkbox in order to select a different date and time.
When the Live check box is cleared, Date and Time are active.
A.
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For Date, click the arrow to display a calendar.
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B.
From the calendar, select a date. If desired, select the time

and then select either Local or UT (Universal Time). Local
displays the local time zone. UT displays the universal time
that corresponds with the UTC (Universal Coordinated Time)
as defined by the National Bureau of Standards.
C.
Click OK. The results as they were at the selected date and
time will appear in the spreadsheet.
View History
When logging is enabled for a database connection, View History
displays a log of database changes that could be used to identify the
time/date when some particular change took place. It can only be used
to identify who made a change because there is no description of what
each change represents.
1.
Click the Database menu in the instrument software and select

View History. The View Log dialog box will appear.
2.
The log items that appear in the View Log dialog box are
explained below.
Date/Time displays the date and time that the database change
occurred.
Entry ID displays a unique identifying number for the database
object that was changed. For example, each sample would have a
unique number.
Action displays Created, Modified or Deleted to indicate the type
of action that occurred.
User displays the username of the person who performed the
action.
3.
System Setup
Select the time zone to use for displaying Date/Time. Local

displays the local time zone. UT displays the universal time that
corresponds with the UTC (Universal Coordinated Time) as
defined by the National Bureau of Standards.
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Archive Log
When logging is enabled for a database connection, an Archive Log
database can be created to copy log entries to another file and
possibly reduce the amount of data stored in the database.
1.
From the Database Menu in the instrument software, select

Archive Log. The Archive File dialog box will appear.
2.
In the Archive File dialog box,
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A.
Select the Delete Entries upon Completion check box to

delete entries from the database after they are copied to the
output file. Clear the check box and entries will not be
deleted from the database. Selecting this check box reduces
the amount of data stored in database files. The file size may
not change as a result of this, but space will be made
available inside the file for more data to be stored. As a
precaution, LECO recommends performing a regular
database backup right before using Delete Entries upon
Completion. Refer to Creating and Retrieving Database
Backups, page 458.
B.
For the Stop Date, click the arrow and select a date. Any log
entries generated on or before this date will be placed into
the output file.
C.
Enter a filename for the log archive database.
D.
Select the location for the log archive database.
E.
Click Save.
After a log archive database is created, you can create a database

connection to the archive log file and view the information in a
read-only fashion, which means you can view the log archive
database but cannot operate the instrument or analyze samples.
Refer to Adding a Connection to a Log Archive Database, below.
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Adding a Connection to a Log Archive Database

1.
2.

3.
4.
A.
Select Add.
B.
Click Next.
C.
Select Database Log Archive.
D.
Click Next.
Complete the Connect Log Archive dialog box as follows:

A.
For Connection Name, enter a name for database log archive

connection that will also appear in the Start dialog box in the
Connections list.
B.
For File Name, Click Browse and navigate to the log archive
file. The log archive file should have a .GLA file extension.
5.
Click Next. The Start dialog box will appear.
6.
Click Select and then click Finish.
Removing Results from a Database

When logging is enabled for a database connection, the amount of
data stored in the database can become significantly large, and it may
become necessary to remove results from the database. Deleting
results in the instrument software will only increase the size of the
database because the database keeps track of all changes when
logging is enabled. The following procedure explains how to remove
results from the database for file system databases or for other
databases.
For File System Databases
To remove results from a file system database, it is only necessary to
create an archive log as explained below.
1.
Create an archive log by following the steps in Archive Log, page

472.
2.
For Legacy Databases

For databases that are not file system databases, use the following
steps to compact/repair the database and recover the freed up space.
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1.
Create an archive log that has the Delete Entries Upon

Completion check box selected by following the steps in Archive
Log, page 472.
2.
3.

4.
Select the database connection for the database, not the archive
log, click Compact/Repair, and then click Next. The following
message will display.
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5.
Click Next to compact/repair the database.
Disabling Logging on an Existing Database

Use the following instructions to disable logging on a database in which
logging is enabled.
1.
2.

Management.
3.
In the Database Start dialog box, select the existing database

connection in which you prefer to disable logging. Remember the
name of the database and the base file location because you will
need this information in order to reconnect to the database in
step 8.A, page 474.
4.
Select Delete, and follow the instructions provided by the

software. Refer to Deleting a Database Connection, page 463,
for further information. The Delete operation will not delete the
actual database; it will only remove the database connection
name from the list.
5.
Return to the Database Start dialog box.
6.
In the Start dialog box, select Add, and then select Next.
7.
Under Database Types, highlight File System Database-Use

Existing, and click Next.
8.
Complete the Connect Database dialog box as follows:
9.
A.
For the Connection Name, enter the same name as the

database that was just deleted.
B.
Enter the Path to the database files.
Verify that the checkbox next to Log Activity is blank and click
Next.
10. Click Next and the Start dialog box will appear.
11. The Select check box is automatically selected.
12. Click Finish.
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Operation
The Operation chapter explains how to prepare a sample and perform an
analysis.
During installation and operation of this instrument, the

ON/OFF switch must be easily accessible.
Instrument Controls ...................................................................... 53
Analysis Overview ......................................................................... 54
Methods ....................................................................................... 55
Predefined Methods .................................................................. 55
Creating or Editing a Method ..................................................... 56
Method Equation Examples ........................................................... 513
Converting TGA-601 Equations to TGA701 Equations .................. 513
Standards .................................................................................. 514
Standard Table Procedures ...................................................... 514
Creating a Standard .......................................................... 514
Logging In a Standard ....................................................... 515
Analyzing a Standard ......................................................... 516
Deleting a Standard........................................................... 517
Printing a Standard ........................................................... 517
Calibration ................................................................................. 518
Calibration Main Window ......................................................... 518
Menu Bar ......................................................................... 519
File Menu .................................................................... 519
Edit Menu .................................................................... 519
Standard Menu ............................................................ 519
View Menu .................................................................. 520
Toolbar ....................................................................... 520
Format Pane ..................................................................... 521
Calibration Plot ................................................................. 522
Calibration Spreadsheet ..................................................... 522
Calibration Results ............................................................ 522
Calibration Procedures ............................................................ 523
Create New Calibration ...................................................... 523
Viewing Calibration ............................................................ 524
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Editing Calibration ............................................................. 524

Saving Calibration ............................................................. 524
Adding Standards .............................................................. 525
Logging In a Sample .................................................................... 526
Analyze a Sample Using Internal Balance ....................................... 528
Analyze a Sample Using Preweighed Crucibles ................................ 530
Enter Weights Manually........................................................... 530
Entering Weights Using External Balance................................... 531
Entering Weights Using Weigh into Crucibles ............................. 531
Analyzing Sample after Weights are Entered .............................. 532
Determining Sample Filters .......................................................... 534
Adding Filters ........................................................................ 534
Determining Filter Properties ................................................... 534
Deleting Filters ...................................................................... 536
Using Predefined Filters........................................................... 536
Modifying Predefined Filter ................................................. 537
Printing Reports .......................................................................... 538
Configuring Report before Printing ............................................ 538
Printing from the Software ...................................................... 540
Import Sample Data .................................................................... 542
Export Data ................................................................................ 544
Export Buffers............................................................................. 545
Transfer Export and Import .......................................................... 546
Export .................................................................................. 546
Import .................................................................................. 547
Backing Up and Restoring Data ..................................................... 548
Backup Data .......................................................................... 548
Restoring Data ....................................................................... 549
Data Transmit ............................................................................. 550
Turning Off Instrument ................................................................ 551
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Instrument Controls
Figure 5-1
Actuator Button Location
Control/Indicator
Power On/Off Switch
Action
Enables and disables the power to the instrument. The
power switch is also a circuit breaker that provides
protection for the operator and instrument. Refer to
The actuator button has numerous uses, from raising and
lowering the furnace cover to advancing the carousel. Refer
to Figure 5-1, above.
Actuator Button
Operation
The actuator button will illuminate when the system is

operating. A flashing actuator button indicates an alarm
status. The system is requesting user intervention or an
error has occurred.
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Analysis Overview
The following section provides a brief overview of the steps that must
be followed in order to analyze samples using the TGA701.
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1.
Create a method. Refer to Creating or Editing a Method, page

56.
2.
Create a Standard, if required. Refer to Standard Table

Procedures, page 514. Standards are required only for special
applications in which the weight lost during a specific step may
not be directly related to the certified value. Standards are
typically required only for the analysis of volatile matter in lowand high-volatile coke and coal.
A.
Login a Standard. Refer to Log In a Standard, page 515.
B.
Analyze a standard. Refer to Analyze a Standard, page 516.
3.
Calibrate, if required. Refer to Calibration, page 518.
4.
Log in a sample. Refer to Logging In a Sample, page 526.
5.
Analyze a sample. Refer to Analyze a Sample using Internal

Balance, page 528, or Analyze a Sample Using Preweighed
Crucibles, page 530.
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Methods
A method is a set of analytical parameters used to control the
instrument during analysis and calculation of the final result. Methods
are created by entering the Method General Parameters, page 56, the
Method Step Parameters, page 57, and the Method Equation
Parameters, page 511. Use the Method General Parameters to specify
crucible and sample information. Use the Method Step Parameters
dialog box to specify the temperature profile that displays in the plot.
Use the Method Equation Parameters dialog box to specify the
equations for calculating the result for a method step. All method steps
should be added before adding method equations.
Creating a method with a number of steps and equations will produce
a spreadsheet with many columns. While the spreadsheet can be
modified to display or hide columns as desired, refer to Modifying
Columns, page 415, it is recommended to use the same step and
equations names from method to method whenever possible. This
reduces the number of unique columns in the spreadsheet and reduces
the need to change the columns that appear in the spreadsheet. For
example, two different methods could share the same step and
equation names for Moisture, Ash, Residual, Step-1, and so forth.
Use sample filters to determine how sample results are displayed in
the spreadsheet. For example, sample results can be grouped by
method name. Refer to Determining Sample Filters, page 534.
Predefined Methods
The following is a list of predefined methods provided in the software.
For Running Samples:
For Testing the

Balance:
For Training the

Furnace:
ASTM D7582 MVA In Coal
Quartz Test
Furnace Training
ASTM D7582 MVA In Coke
Balance Test
Furnace Tuning
ASTM D7582 MA In Coal

ASTM D7582 MA In Coke
ASTM D7582 MV In Coal
ASTM D7582 MV In Coke
ASTM D7582 M In Coal
ASTM D7582 M In Coke
Flour Ash
Loss On Ignition
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Creating or Editing a Method
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1.
From the Configuration menu, click Methods. For further

information about the buttons on the Method Dialog Box, refer to
Dialog Box Buttons, page 414.
2.
Create or edit a method.

A.
To create a method, click the Add button to add a method

and complete the Add Method dialog box. Refer to
Predefined Methods, above.
B.
To edit a method, select the method by clicking on the name

of the method in the Methods dialog box.
3.
Click Properties. The Method General Properties dialog box will

display.
4.
Enter the Method General Parameters.

A.
For Crucible Type, click the arrow and then select the
crucible type by clicking on it once.
B.
For Crucible Density, enter the density of the crucible

material in grams per cubic centimeter. The range is 0.5-0.9,
and the default is 3.
C.
If desired, click the Crucible Type Set Default button to set

both the crucible density and the cover density to the
default.
D.
For Cover Density, enter the density of the crucible cover

material in grams per cubic centimeter. The range is 0.5 to
9.0, and the default is 3.
E.
For Sample Type, click the arrow and then select the
sample type by clicking on it once, or type in the sample
type.
F.
For Sample Density, enter the density of the sample

material in grams per cubic centimeter. The range is 0.5 to
9.0, and the default is 1.5.
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5.
If desired, click the Sample Type Set Default button to set

both the crucible density and the cover density to the
default.
Click the Method Step Parameter tab. The Method Step Parameter
dialog box will display.
Unless otherwise directed by the LECO Application lab, make sure the
method parameters have been set to their default values if
performing a first-time analysis.
6.
Click Add to add a method step.
7.
Enter the Step Name or select a Step Name from the menu and
then click OK. As examples, for the step name Moisture, the
software will generate the following columns in the spreadsheet:
Moisture Mass, Moisture Temperature, Moisture Constancy; for
the step name Ash, the software will generate the following
fields: Ash Mass, Ash Temperature, Ash Constancy.
Two different methods can have the same step name; therefore,
LECO recommends that a step name be selected from the menu or a
previously named step be entered. This will minimize the number of
columns in the spreadsheet, and it will also compare statistics for the
step results from the different methods.
8.
Complete the Method Step Parameters table.

A.
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For Covers, click the arrow to select Yes or type in "Y" if the
sample requires a cover and covers will be added at the
beginning of this method step. Click No or type in "N" if the
sample does not require a cover. Covers are required for
volatiles.
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B.
For Start Temperature, enter the starting temperature for

the current method step. It is recommended that the
starting temperature for the current step match the ending
temperature of the previous step when the current step is
not the first step. The allowed range is 25-1000 C;
however, it is recommended to enter a starting temperature
that does not fall below the typical ambient temperature. If
the actual furnace temperature during method execution is
above the step start temperature, the furnace will cool down
to the specified start temperature before starting the next
step. This cooling time is not reflected in any of the method
step times (i.e. Ramp Time, Hold Time). This parameter is
used in the Ramp Rate calculation and changing this
parameter will change the ramp time and total step time.
C.
For End Temperature, enter the ending temperature for

the current method step in C. The allowed range is 251000 C. The furnace will ramp from the start temperature
to the end temperature at the specified ramp rate and ramp
time; However, in order to prevent overshoot due to thermal
lags within the furnace, the actual end temperature may not
be achieved in the specified ramp time. The specified hold
time will not begin until the actual furnace temperature
reaches the target end temperature. This parameter is used
in the Ramp Rate calculation, and changing this parameter
will change the ramp time and total step time.
D.
For Ramp Rate, specify the temperature rate in C per

minute. The furnace ramps from the step starting
temperature to the step end temperature. The allowed
range is 1-50 C per minute; however, this parameter is also
a function of the step start and end temperatures, actual
heating limitations of the furnace and ability to maintain
furnace control. When a ramp rate greater than can be
achieved is entered, the software will return the maximum
ramp rate based on the current step parameters.
E.
For Ramp Time, specify the time duration in hours and

minutes for the furnace to ramp from the step start
temperature to the step end temperature. The time format is
HR: MM, and the allowed range is 360 minutes or 6 hours.
Enter hours and minutes with any of the following delimiters:
colon, period, comma, backslash, hyphen or space. The
furnace will ramp from the start temperature to the end
temperature at the specified ramp rate and ramp time;
however, in order to prevent overshoot due to thermal lags
within the furnace, the actual end temperature may not be
achieved in the specified ramp time. The specified hold time
will not begin until the actual furnace temperature reaches
the target end temperature. This parameter is used in the
Ramp Rate calculation and changing this parameter will
change the ramp rate and total step time.
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F.
For Hold Time, specify the time duration in hours and

minutes for the furnace to hold the step end temperature.
The time format is HR:MM and the allowed range is 0-360
minutes or 6 hours. Enter hours, hours and minutes or
minutes with any of the following delimiters: colon, period,
comma, backslash, hyphen or space. The specified hold time
will not begin until the actual furnace temperature reaches
the target end temperature. This parameter is used in the
Total Step Time calculation and changing this parameter will
change the total step time. The analysis results will indicate
if the sample attains constancy before the Hold Time is met.
Also, the analysis will extend beyond the Hold Time until the
sample attains constancy if the criteria specified for the Hold
Time does not allow the sample to attain constancy.
G.
For Total Time, specify the total time duration in hours and
minutes for the current method step. By default this
parameter is the sum of the current Ramp Time and Hold
Time, and changing this parameter will change the step Hold
Time; however, this parameter cannot be less than the
current step Ramp Time. The Hold Time is adjusted so the
calculation remains true. The time required for the furnace
to achieve the actual step end temperature or for the
samples to reach constancy is not included in this
calculation. The time format is HR:MM, and the allowed
range is 0360 minutes or 6 hours. Enter hours, hours and
minutes or minutes with any of the following delimiters:
colon, period, comma, backslash, hyphen or space.
H.
For Max Time, specify a length of time that is sufficient for

the analysis to be completed. The max time parameter
allows the operator to specify the maximum time duration in
hours and minutes the software will maintain the current
method step temperature and atmosphere before proceeding
to the next method step. The time format is HR:MM and the
allowed range is 360 minutes or 6 hours. Enter hours, hours
and minutes or minutes with any of the following delimiters:
colon, period, comma, backslash, hyphen or space. The
specified max time will override the constant weight
conditions specified for the current method step and force
the analysis to advance to the next method step. This
parameter should always be greater than or equal to the
Total Step Time. It will automatically increase as the ramp
time and hold times are increased. This parameter is only
provided as a way to automatically force the analysis to
advance to the next method step. The normal setting for
this parameter is zero 00:00 which will disable the max time
limit during the execution of the method step and allow the
step ramp time, hold time, end temperature and constancy
parameters to end the current method step.
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9.
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I.
For Atmosphere, specify the type of furnace gas that is to

be used during this method step. The choices are "Air,"
"Nitrogen," or "Oxygen." For example, for moisture, the best
selection would be air or nitrogen; for ash, the best selection
would be air or oxygen. Select the desired furnace gas from
the list box or type "A" for "Air," "N" for "Nitrogen" or "O" for
"Oxygen." The specified furnace atmosphere will be set at
the beginning of the step and remains ON for the duration of
the step until the next step is started or the analysis is
completed.
J.
For Flow Rate, specify the flow rate of gas used during the
method step. The choices are Off, "Low", "Med Low", "
Medium", Med High or High. Select the desired flow rate
from the dropdown list box or type O for Off, "L" for
"Low," "M" for "Medium " or "H" for "High." The specified
flow rate will be maintained for the full duration of the
method step. Refer to Specifications, page 129.
K.
For Window, specify the minimum number of carousel

rotations and corresponding sample weights used to define
the width of the constant weight window. Every data point
within the constant weight window must meet the
programmed comparator value for the sample to have
reached constancy. Range: 0 to 60 data points. Default: 3.
L.
For Comparator, specify a value used to define the height

of the comparator window. The absolute change in the
sample weight must be less than this value for the entire
comparator window period for the sample to have reached
constancy. Unless the maximum time has been exceeded,
the next step will not begin until all the samples have
attained constancy. Range: 0.00 to 100.0 percent. Default:
0.05 percent. Refer to the Constancy Option menu on the
Balance Tab.
M.
For Final Weight, specify the point at which the final weight
for the current method step is taken. At Constancy and At
End of Step are the options. At Constancy configures the
software to lock the sample weight uniquely for each sample
at the point in time when each sample reaches constancy
for that step. At End of Step configures the software to
lock the sample weight at the end of the current analysis
step after all samples in the batch have attained the
conditions for constancy.
Repeat steps 6, page 57, through 8, page 57, until all

necessary analysis steps have been added.
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10. Click the Method Equation Parameters tab. The Method Equation
Parameter dialog box will display.
11. Click Add to add a result calculation if desired. The Add Method
Result Calculation dialog box will display.
12. Enter the Result name, or click the arrow to select a Result name
from the list. Click OK, and the method result calculation will be
added to the table. In the table, the Result Name will display in
the Equation Name column. The equation name should match the
step name. The equation name references a particular method
result calculation in other software operations and printouts. Each
equation name must be unique to avoid ambiguity in calculations
or other software references.
For example: For the Equation Name Moisture, the software
will generate the following columns in the spreadsheet:
Moisture: The calculated percent weight loss for the step.
Moisture (Certified %): The user can specify a known
certified value for the standards
Moisture (+/-)%: The user can specify a known uncertainty
value for the standard.
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Moisture (%Error): The software will calculate a relative

percent error based on the certified standard value.
13. Complete the Equation Text Table.
A.
Click in the Equation Text dialog box and then click the
arrow to select an equation or enter an equation following
the defined format. The software will list the apparent choice
first. Equations vary depending on the step names defined in
the Method Step Parameters dialog box. The equation text
field allows the operator to specify the equation that is to be
used to calculate the result associated with the specified
equation name. The software provides a number of
predefined equations based on the method steps defined in
the method. The following mathematical operators are
available are plus (+), minus (-), multiply (*), divide (/),
power (^) and others. All method step names, equation
names and associated data fields can be used as parameters
in the result calculation.
B.
Click in Result Format and then select a result format from

the menu or enter the result format manually. Refer to
Applying Number Formatting, page 449, for additional
information.
C.
The Result Units parameter allows the operator to specify

the units that are to be used in the display of the calculated
result. Results for the TGA701 are expressed in %.
D.
For Description, document any unique aspects associated

with the result calculation or slight differences between
calculations that might not be obvious from a quick
inspection of the equation or equation name.
E.
For Calibrate, specify whether or not the calculated result is

to be made available for calibration. The operator can select
Yes or No from the list or type Y for Yes or N for
No.
14. Repeat steps 11, page 511, through 13.E, above, until all
necessary equations have been added.
15. Click OK to close the Method Properties dialog box and save the
changes. Click Cancel to abandon the changes and close the
Method Properties dialog box.
16. To Create a Standard, refer to Standard Table Procedures, page
514. To perform a calibration, refer to Create New Calibration,
page 523.
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Method Equation Examples

For example, the calculation
(([InitialMass]-[MoistureMass])/[InitialMass]])*100
would calculate the percent moisture released during the Moisture step
of the analysis.
Moisture
(([InitialMass]-[MoistureMass])/[InitialMass]])*100
Volatile
(([MoistureMass]-[VolatileMass])/[InitialMass])*100
Volatile Dry
[Volatile]*(100/(100-[Moisture]))
Ash
([AshMass]/[InitialMass]])*100
Ash Dry
[Ash]*(100/100-([Moisture]))
Fixed Carbon
100-([Moisture]+[Volatile]+[Ash]
Fixed Carbon Dry
100-([VolatileDry]+[AshDry])
Converting TGA-601 Equations to TGA701 Equations

The TGA701 no longer requires the W or E prefix to specify Weight and
Equation tokens. The key word for the initial weight has changed from
[Initial] on the TGA-601 to [Initial Mass] on the TGA701. All method
step names have a StepName Mass token associated with them.
(i.e., Moisture step has a Moisture Mass token.) Refer to the
Example Equations below.
TGA-601 Equations associated with Step Names Moisture, Volatile, Ash
Initial Wt.
W[Initial]
Moisture
((W[Initial]-W[Moisture])/W[Initial])*100
Volatile
((W[Moisture]-W[Volatile])/W[Initial])*100
Ash
(W[Ash]/W[Initial])*100
Fixed Carbon
100-(E[Moisture]+E[Volatile]+E[Ash])
Volatile Dry
E[Volatile]*(100/(100-E[Moisture]))
Ash Dry Basis
E[Ash]*(100/(100-E[Moisture]))
Fixed Carbon Dry
100-(E[Volatile Dry]+E[Ash Dry])
TGA 701 Equations associated with Step Names, Moisture, Volatile, Ash
Moisture
(([Initial Mass]-[Moisture Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Volatile
(([Moisture Mass]-[Volatile Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Ash
([Ash Mass]/[Initial Mass])*100
Fixed Carbon
100-([Moisture]+[Volatile]+[Ash])
Volatile Dry
[Volatile]*(100/(100-[Moisture]))
Ash Dry
[Ash]*(100/(100-[Moisture]))
Fixed Carbon Dry
100-([Volatile Dry]+[Ash Dry])
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Standards
Standards are certified reference materials with known concentrations
and uncertainty levels. Standards are required only for special
applications in which the weight lost during a specific step may not be
directly related to the certified value. Standards are typically required
only for the analyses of volatile matter in low-volatile and high-volatile
coke and coal and are not necessary for standard moisture, ash, or
weight usage.
Standard Table Procedures

Creating a Standard
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Standards. The Standards

dialog box will display. The Standards columns are explained in
the Glossary, page 121.
2.
Click Add to insert a new row into the Standard Table. The name
will display as Standard, Standard-1, Standard-2, and so forth,
depending on the number of times the Add button is clicked.
3.
Double-Click the standard name in the Name column to change if

desired.
4.
Enter the certified and the uncertainty values for the standard in
the appropriate columns.
5.
From the Check Std. menu, select Yes if the standard is a check
standard; select No if the standard is not a check standard.
6.
Use the Standards dialog box to determine the display of the

Standards table as explained below.
Click Fields to modify the Fields that display in the Standards
spreadsheet. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 415.
Click Delete to remove a standard from the spreadsheet. Refer to
Deleting a Standard, page 517.
Click Ascending, and Standards will automatically display in
alphabetical and/or numerical order from lowest to highest.
Click Descending, and Standards will automatically display in
alphabetical and/or numerical order from highest to lowest.
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Click Promote to move a standard to a higher position in the

spreadsheet. Moving a standard to a higher position means that
standard will display earlier in the table. Click in the Row column
to highlight the row for the standard and then click Promote until
standard displays in desired position.
Click Demote to move a standard to a lower position in the
spreadsheet. Moving a standard to a lower position means that
standard will display later in the table. Click in the Row column to
highlight the row for the standard and then click Demote until
standard displays in desired position.
Click Print to reproduce the Standards table in a paper document.
Refer to Printing a Standard, page 517.
Logging In a Standard
Operation
1.
From the Samples menu, click Login or click the F3 Login button
on the toolbar. The Sample dialog box will display.
2.
Click on Sample Name menu and select the desired standard. If

the standard is not available, refer to Creating a Standard, page
3.
When using dual furnaces, select the furnace (#1 or #2) from the
Furnace menu.
4.
Enter the batch number in the Batch field. To change the batch
number later, refer to Changing a Batch Number, page 414, for
5.
If Fixed Location has been specified in System Configuration,

page 424, enter the location of the standard in the Location
field. If Auto Assign or Auto Find was selected, the software will
automatically find an empty crucible and fill in the location.
6.
From the Method menu, select the desired method. If the desired
method is not available, refer to Creating or Editing a Method,
page 56, for additional information.
7.
Enter any comments in the Comments field.
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8.
Enter a description of the standard in Description field.
9.
Enter the users name in the Operator field. This field will
automatically be filled in with the name of the operator currently
logged into the system.
10. Enter the number of standards to be analyzed in the Count field.

11. Select whether the standard should be added at the end of the
list or if the sample should be added as the next sample to run by
clicking the check box in front of the appropriate selection.
A maximum of 19 standards can be analyzed per batch.
12. If there are numerous standards to log in, click the Keep Logging
in Samples until Cancel is pressed check box. This allows the
operator to continue to log in standards until the Cancel button is
clicked.
13. Click OK when finished.
Analyzing a Standard
1.
From the Samples menu, click Analyze or click the Analyze button
on the toolbar. The Login Standard Sample dialog box will be
displayed if no standards have been logged in. Refer to Logging
In a Standard, page 515, for additional information.
2.
If not open already, the furnace lid will open. Place all the empty
crucibles (including reference crucible) in the carousel.
3.
Close the furnace lid by pressing the Actuator button on the front
panel. Refer to Figure 5-1 page 53.
4.
The system will weigh the empty crucibles.
5.
The furnace lid will open and the carousel will rotate to the first
crucible then lower to the weigh position.
6.
Place the standard in the crucible.
POSSIBLE WEIGHT ERROR

When placing the standard into the crucible, do not knock
the scoop against the crucible, as this may cause an
incorrect sample weight.
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7.
Press the Actuator button on the front panel to rotate the

carousel to the next crucible and repeat steps 5 and 6, above.
Continue this procedure until all the crucibles have been loaded.
8.
After the sample has been added to the last crucible, press the
Actuator button. The analysis will start automatically.
9.
After all the standards have been analyzed, select the results in
the spreadsheet to calibrate. Refer to Calibration, page 518.
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Deleting a Standard
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Standards.
2.
Select the standard to delete.
3.
Click Delete. When the Delete confirmation box displays, click Yes
to delete; click No to cancel.
4.
Click OK to close the Standard dialog box.
Printing a Standard
Operation
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Standards.
2.
Select the standard to be printed.
3.
Click Print. The Print dialog box will display.
4.
Change the print settings as needed then click OK. The standard
is printed on the system printer.
5.
Click OK to close the Standards dialog box.
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Calibration
Thermogravimetric analysis is a primary method that determines
absolute weight loss. Occasionally, there is a need to adjust the values
of certain elements based on other techniques or customer-specific
reasons. The calibration procedure is used to compensate for the
differences between the measured and certified results for these
elements. Standards are only required for analyses of volatile matter.
Refer to Standards, page 514, for further information.
The application software permits two different types of calibration:
single standard or multipoint calibration. Since the calibration is saved
for each method, each method must be calibrated after it is created.
Refer to Methods, page 55, for additional information.
The following section explains how to create a new calibration, below,
view calibration, page 524, editing calibration, page 524, printing
calibration, page 520, saving calibration, page 524, and adding
standards to a calibration, page 525.
Calibration Main Window

The calibration main window displays the defined calibration standards
and the calibration plot. It also permits the operator to choose which
standards will be used for calibration and the calibration curve type.
There are six sections in the calibration main window: the menu bar
below, the toolbar, page 520, the format pane, page 521, the plot,
page 522, the calibration spreadsheet pane, page 522, and the
calibration results display, page 522.
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Menu Bar
File Menu
Print/Setup - Used to access the Print Setup dialog box in order
to change printer settings.
Print - Used to access the Select Calibrations to Print dialog box
in order to print the selected calibration on the system printer.
Refer to Printing, page 520.
Print Preview - Used to access the Select Calibrations to Print
dialog box in order to preview how selected calibration would print
on the system printer.
Save & Exit - Used to accept the changes made then exit the
calibration screen. Refer to Saving Calibration, page 524, for
Quit - Used to exit the calibration screen without making any
changes.
Edit Menu
Copy - Used to copy data from an entire row in the spreadsheet
or results display to the clipboard. The data can then be pasted
into another Microsoft Office program such as Excel.
Standard Menu
The Standard Menu will be active in New Calibration, Add Standard, or
Edit Calibration.
Include
1.
Select the sample in the grid by clicking on the row number or in

the plot by clicking on the point.
2.
From the Standards menu, click Include. The Standard is

included in the calibration. Included samples will appear on the
plot as a black filled box and will be disabled on the calibration
spreadsheet pane, page 522.
Exclude
1.

2.
From the Standards menu, click Exclude. The Standard is

excluded from the calibration. Excluded samples will appear on
the plot as a white filled box and will be disabled on the
calibration spreadsheet, page 522.
Remove
Operation
1.

2.
From the Standards menu, click Remove. The Remove Sample

Configuration dialog box will display.
3.
Click Yes to remove the sample; click No to cancel. The sample is

removed from the spreadsheet and statistics display.
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View Menu
Standards - Click Standards to access the Standards Table.
Refer to Standards, page 514, for additional information.
Plot Calibration - Used to view the calibration data plot in
the graph. Refer to Toolbar, below, for additional information.
Plot Relative Error - Used to view the relative error data plot
in the graph. Refer to Toolbar, below, for additional
information.
Plot Residual Error - Used to view the residual data plot in
the graph. Refer to Toolbar, below, for additional information.
Toolbar
Method
Click the arrow and then select the method to use for calibration. Refer
to Methods, page 55, for additional information.
Plot
Click the arrow to select the type of plot. Select Calibration to plot the
certified concentration versus the measured concentration of the
sample. Select Relative Error to plot the percent relative error versus
the certified concentration of the sample. Relative Error=100*[(xixt)/xt] where xi is the Calculated Value and xt is the Certified Value.
Select Residual Error to plot the residual error versus the certified
concentration of the sample. Residual Error=Calculated-Certified
Standards
Click Standards to access the Standards Table. Refer to Standards,
Printing
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1.
Open the desired calibration by clicking Configuration and then

selecting calibration procedure.
2.
To print the calibration, click the Print button. The Select

Calibrations to Print dialog box will display.
3.
Select which calibration changes to print by clicking in the check

boxes. If all of the calibrations are required, click the Include All
button.
4.
To print the calibration, click the Print button. The Print dialog box
will display.
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5.
Click OK to print. After printing, the Calibration dialog box will

display.
6.
Click Cancel to close the Print dialog box without printing.
OK
Click OK to accept any changes made to the calibration and then exit
the calibration screen.
Cancel
Click Cancel to close the calibration without accepting any changes.
Format Pane
The format pane will be active in New Calibration, Add Standard, and
Edit Calibration.
Operation
1.
For Step, click the arrow to select the step that will be associated
with the calibration curve. The calculated calibration will be
applied to this step. A different calibration can be calculated and
applied to each step.
2.
For Curve Type, select the type of calibration curve used in the
plot, page 522. Select a curve that intersects each calibration
result.
3.
For Weighting, click the arrow to determine which calibration

results, on the calibration curve, get priority. Select Normal, and
each point gets equal priority. Select Manual, and a manual
weighting can be entered. Select 1/Certified for a weighting factor
that can be applied to the calibration data points. This will
counteract a bias for higher concentrations that develops
naturally from the curve fitting process.
4.
Use Existing Calibration to view the current calibration equation.
5.
Use Date and time to determine when the current calibration was
established.
6.
Click in the Show check box to view the last calibration. The last
calibration will display on the graph in blue.
7.
Use New Calibration to display the new calibration equation.
8.
Use RMS Error to determine which calibration curve has a better

fit. The lower the RMS error the better the fit.
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9.
Click in the Manual check box to enter a new calibration equation.

This can be done if a calibration was lost and a previous
calibration recorded.
Calibration Plot
If a standard from the calibration grid is selected, red crosshairs will

appear on the calibration plot to locate the plotted standard.
To zoom in, hold down the left mouse key and draw a box around
desired calibration point. Plot will zoom in on this point.
To zoom out, click on a calibration point with the right mouse button.
A Zoom Out button will display. Click the Zoom Out button to zoom
out.
Calibration Spreadsheet
The spreadsheet displays the selected samples used for calibration.
Refer to the Glossary, page 121, for further information about the
Calibration Spreadsheet columns.
Calibration Results
The results display shows data when multiple samples are selected
from the spreadsheet. The statistics are calculated from the Error%
and Certified columns for the step selected in the Step box in the
Format Pane. These results are most useful for determining whether or
not a particular repetition for a standard should be included or
excluded. The results display can also be used to quickly determine the
minimum and maximum certified value used to create the calibration.
Refer to Calibration Results Columns, page 523, for further
information.
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Calibration Results Columns

#
Step
Name
Error%
Certified
Average
Std. Dev
%RSD
Min
Max
The
average
of the
values
from the
Error%
column.
The
standard
deviation
of the
values
from the
Error%
column.
The value of
relative
standard
deviation of
the values
from the
Error%
column
expressed in
percent.
The minimum
value from the
Error%
column.
The
maximum
value from
the Error%
column.
The
average
of the
values
from the
Certified
column.
The
standard
deviation
of the
values
from the
Certified
column.
The value of
relative
standard
deviation of
the values
from the
Certified
column
expressed in
percent.
The minimum
value from the
certified
column.
The
maximum
value from
the
certified
column.
Calibration Procedures
Create New Calibration
In order for a calibration procedure to be completed, each calibration
standard must be defined, a calibration analysis must be performed,
and a calibration curve must be created.
1.
If the standards have not already been logged in, refer to Logging
In a Standard, page 515, for additional information.
2.
If the standards have not been analyzed, refer to Analyzing a

Standard, page 516, for additional information.
3.
After all the standards have been analyzed, select the results in
the spreadsheet. If only one standard is selected for calibration, a
warning will display.
4.
From the Configuration menu, click Calibration and then click New
Calibration.
5.
Select the analysis step, the curve type, and weighting. The
calibration curve should go through, or come close to every
calibration point. If not, select another curve type.
When multiple standards are selected from the standards list, the
calibration results display will show the values in a spreadsheet. Refer
to Calibration Results, page 522.
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6.
To change the known concentrations and uncertainty values of

the reference materials, click the Standards button. The
Standards dialog box will display. Refer to Standards, page 514,
for additional information.
7.
When finished, click OK to access the Calibration Save dialog box.

Refer to Saving Calibration, page 524, for additional information.
8.
When all calibration changes have been saved, click Save to finish
the calibration procedure.
Viewing Calibration
View calibration permits the operator to view the current calibration.
The calibration cannot be changed from this screen.
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Calibration, and then click

View Calibration.
Refer to Calibration Main Window, page 518, for additional

information. The calibration spreadsheet pane, page 522, will be in
red.
2.
The screen will be the same as new calibration except certain

areas will not be available. (Those areas will be grayed out). The
areas available are: Method, Plot, Step, Existing Calibration, Date,
Show, RMS Error, and the spreadsheet pane.
3.
Click the OK button when finished to return to the main screen.
Editing Calibration
Edit calibration permits the operator to revise the current calibration.
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Calibration, and then click edit
calibration.
Refer to Calibration Main Window, page 518, for additional
information. The calibration spreadsheet pane, page 522, will be in
red.
2.
Select the analysis step, the curve type, and weighting to change.
The calibration curve should go through, or come close to every
calibration point. If not, select another curve type.
3.
To change the known concentrations and uncertainty values of

the reference materials, click the Standards button. The
Standards dialog box will display. Refer to Standards, page 514,
4.
When finished, click OK to save the calibration changes. Refer to

Saving Calibration, below, for additional information.
Saving Calibration
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When the calibration updates have been completed, click the OK

button. The Save Calibration dialog box will display. The Save
Calibration dialog box will only be displayed if this is a new
calibration or if any changes to the calibration procedure were
made.
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2.
Select the analysis step calibrations to save by clicking in the

check box or to save all the calibration changes, click the Include
All button.
3.
When finished, click Save to finish the calibration procedure; click

Cancel to close the Save Calibration dialog box and return to the
calibration screen without saving the changes; click Do Not Save
to close the Calibration screen and return to the main screen
without saving the changes.
Adding Standards
Add standards permits the operator to add reference materials to the
list of standards used for a previously defined calibration. Refer to
Standards, page 514, for additional information.
Operation
1.
Select the analyzed standards from the spreadsheet. These will

be added to the list of standards used for calibration.
2.
Click the Standards button. The Standards dialog box will display.
3.
Select the standards to be added to the list of samples used for

calibration.
4.
Click OK to close the Standards dialog box.
5.
Edit the calibration as needed, page 524.
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Logging In a Sample
The following section explains how to log in a sample, batch of
samples or standards into the spreadsheet.
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1.
From the Samples menu, click Login or click the F3 Login button
on the toolbar. The Sample dialog box will display.
2.
From the Sample Name menu, select the predefined sample

name or enter a sample name. Refer to Sample Templates, page
3.
Enter the batch number in the Batch field as needed. To change

the batch number, refer to Changing a Batch Number, page 414,
4.
Enter the location of the sample in the Location field. If no

number is entered, the location is automatically selected.
5.
From the Method menu, select the desired method. If the desired
method is not available, refer to Creating or Editing a Method,
6.
Enter any comments in the Comments field.
7.
Enter a description of the sample in Description field.
8.
Enter the users name in the Operator field. This field will
automatically be filled in with the name of operator currently
logged into the system.
9.
Enter the number of samples to be analyzed in the Count field.
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10. Select whether the sample should be added at the end of the list
or if the sample should be added as the next sample to run by
selecting the check box in front of the appropriate selection.
11. If there are numerous samples to log in, click the Keep logging in
Samples until Cancel is pressed check box. This allows the
operator to continue to log in samples until the Cancel button is
clicked.
12. Click OK when finished.
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Analyze a Sample Using Internal Balance

All samples with the same sample batch number will be analyzed
together. A maximum of 19 samples can be analyzed per batch.
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1.
Clean and dry sample scoop. The sample scoop available must be
cleaned and dried between each analysis. Refer to Options, page
125, for further information.
2.
From the Samples menu, click Analyze or click the F5 Analyze

button on the toolbar. The Login Sample dialog box will be
displayed if no samples have been logged in. Refer to Logging In
a Sample, page 526, for additional information.
3.
If not already open, the furnace lid will open.
4.
Obtain crucibles from dessicator.
5.
Place the reference crucible in the zero position, which is marked

by a small 1/8-inch diameter hole.
6.
Place the remaining empty crucibles in the carousel. Placement is

based upon the number of crucibles logged in. The following
message box displays and a signal will sound to prompt the
loading of empty crucibles:
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7.
Close the furnace lid by pressing the Actuator button on the front
panel. Refer to Figure 5-1, page 53.
8.
The system will weigh the empty crucibles.
9.
The furnace lid will open and the carousel will rotate to the first
crucible then lower to the weigh position.
10. After the crucible has been weighed, a prompt for loading the
sample will display. Slowly begin loading the sample while
viewing the balance display until the balance display indicates the
target mass has been reached. Refer to Viewing Balance, page
422, for further information.
POSSIBLE WEIGHT ERROR

When placing the sample into the crucible, do not knock the
scoop against the crucible, as this may cause an incorrect
sample weight.
11. Press the Actuator button on the front panel to rotate the
carousel to the next crucible.
12. Repeat steps 6, page 528, and 7, page 529. Continue this
procedure until sample has been added to all of the crucibles.
13. After the sample has been added to the last crucible, press the
Actuator button on the front panel. The analysis will start
automatically.
14. After the analysis completes, clean the crucibles. Refer to
Cleaning Crucibles, page 67.
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Analyze a Sample Using Preweighed Crucibles

The following instructions assume the instrument is ready for analysis,
methods have been created, calibrations have been performed, if
necessary, and any periodic maintenance has already been completed.
An external balance allows you to preweigh crucibles and samples and
then log this information into the TGA701 software.
Depending upon the application, an external balance may shorten the
analysis time. It allows you to log accurate starting weights and load
the carousel for the next batch even when the furnace has not cooled
to room temperature.
An unlimited number of samples and crucibles can be preweighed and
logged, but only a maximum of 19 samples can be analyzed per batch.
An external balance is available as an option for preweighed crucibles.
Refer to Installing External Balance, page 35.
1.
Verify the Crucible Mass column and Initial Mass column display
in the spreadsheet. Refer to Modifying Columns, page 415. The
Crucible Mass column displays the weight of the crucible. The
Initial Mass column displays the weight of the sample.
2.
Log in samples. Refer to Logging In a Sample, page 526.
3.
From the Configuration menu, click System. Use the System tab
to determine whether the crucible mass weight and initial mass
weight will be entered manually or by using the external balance.
Refer to Enter Weights Manually, below, Entering Weights Using
External Balance, page 531, or Entering Weights Using External
Balance (Weigh into Crucibles), page 531.
Enter Weights Manually

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From the Configuration menu, click System.
2.
On the System tab, select the Pre-Weighed Crucibles check box.
3.
Click OK and then select the sample in the spreadsheet.
4.
Select the cell for this sample in the Crucible Mass column of the
spreadsheet.
5.
Type in the empty crucible mass. The mouse cursor will

automatically advance to the Initial Mass cell in the spreadsheet.
6.
Type in the initial mass. The mouse cursor will automatically

advance to the Crucible Mass cell for the next sample in the
spreadsheet.
7.
Repeat steps 5-6 above, for the remaining samples.
8.
Analyze sample as explained in Analyzing Samples after Weights

are Entered, page 532.
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Entering Weights Using External Balance

In the following procedure, the crucible weight gets tared to obtain the
weight of the sample.
1.
On the External Balance tab, enter the parameters for the

external balance. Refer to External Balance tab, page 430.
2.
3.
On the System tab, select the Pre-Weighed Crucibles check box.
4.
5.
Press Tare on the balance.
6.
Place the crucible on balance.
7.
Select the cell in the Crucible Mass column for this sample.
8.
on the external
Press F4, Balance, on the toolbar or press
balance to enter the crucible weight into the Crucible Mass
column. The mouse cursor will advance to the Initial Mass cell in
the spreadsheet.
9.
10. Place the sample into the crucible or onto the balance.
on the balance or F4, Balance, on the Toolbar to enter
11. Press
in the initial mass.
12. After the Initial Mass is entered into the spreadsheet, the mouse
cursor will advance to the next sample in the spreadsheet. Repeat
steps 5-11 above, for the remaining samples.
13. Analyze sample as explained in Analyzing Samples after Weights
are Entered, page 532.
Entering Weights Using Weigh into Crucibles

In the following procedure, the crucible weight does not get tared.
When the Weigh into Crucibles check box is selected, the software will
automatically calculate the sample weight and enter the weight in the
Initial Mass column of the spreadsheet for that sample. The sample
weight is calculated as the difference between the current balance
reading and the empty crucible mass entered for that sample.
Operation
1.
On the External Balance tab, enter the parameters for the

external balance. Refer to External Balance tab, page 430.
2.
On the System Configuration menu, System, System tab, select

the Preweighed Crucibles check box and Weigh into Crucibles
check box.
3.
4.
5.
Place the crucible on balance.
6.
Select the cell in the Crucible Mass column for this sample.
7.
on the external
balance to enter the empty crucible weight into the Crucible Mass
cell. The mouse cursor will automatically advance to the Initial
Mass cell in the spreadsheet.
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8.
Add the sample to the crucible.
9.
on the external
balance. The software automatically calculates the difference
between the current balance weight and the empty crucible
weight and enters the difference into the Initial Mass cell of the
spreadsheet.
10. After the Initial Mass is entered into the spreadsheet, the mouse
cursor will advance to the next sample in the spreadsheet. Repeat
steps 4 -9, above, for the remaining samples.
11. Analyze sample as explained below in Analyze Samples after
Weights are Entered.
Analyzing Sample after Weights are Entered

1.
After the weights are entered for all of the samples, press F5,
Analyze, and the Pre-Weighed Crucibles dialog box will appear.
If the reference crucible weight is correct, select OK.

If the reference crucible weight is not correct, enter the correct
weight into the Reference Crucible Weight box, or
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A.
Tare the balance.
B.
Place the reference crucible on the balance and press

on the balance or select Balance in the Preweighed Crucibles
dialog box. The weight of the reference crucible on the
balance will appear in the Reference Crucible Weight box.
2.
Click OK.
3.
If not already open, the furnace lid will open.
4.
Obtain crucibles from dessicator.
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5.
Place the reference crucible in the zero position, which is marked

by a small 1/8-inch diameter hole.
6.
Place the remaining sample crucibles in the carousel. Placement is

based upon the location specified in the spreadsheet. The
following message box displays and a signal will sound to prompt
the loading of empty crucibles:
7.
Close the furnace lid by pressing the actuator button on the front
panel. Refer to Figure 5-1, page 53. After the actuator button is
pressed, analysis will begin.
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Determining Sample Filters

Use the Sample Filters from the Configuration menu to create filters
that determine how the sample results are grouped in the spreadsheet
of the software main window. For example, sample results can be
grouped by a method name, a date range, or a sample name. A filter
can be created that selects all samples analyzed before a certain date
for deletion, or a filter can be created that selects all of the current
day's results to transmit, export, or print.
1.
From the Configuration menu, click Sample Filters. The Sample

Filters dialog box will appear.
2.
Select an existing filter by clicking on the name of the filter in the

Filters dialog box and then click OK or add a new filter by
following the instructions in Adding Filters, below.
Adding Filters
1.
To add a new filter, click Add. "New Filter" will display in the
Filters dialog box. Each time Add is clicked "New Filter" will
increment by one and display as "New Filter 1," "New Filter 2,"
etc.
2.
Click Properties to configure the filter. Refer to Filter Properties,

page 534.
Determining Filter Properties

Use the Properties command to determine the parameters for a filter.
1.
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To determine or modify the properties for a filter, click on the

name of the filter in the Sample Filter dialog box and then click
Properties. The Sample Filters dialog box will appear.
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2.
Click New Filter and then click Properties. The Sample Filter dialog
box will appear.
3.
In the Filter Name entry box, type in the name for the filter.
4.
For Export Format, click the arrow to select the export format for
this filter. Export formats that have already been created will
appear. Refer to Creating an Export Formats, page 433.
5.
For Transmit Format, click the arrow to select the transmit format
for this filter. Refer to Creating and Modifying Transmission
Formats, page 439.
6.
Add a parameter, delete a parameter, or modify columns for the

sample filter.
To add a parameter,
Operation
A.
In the Field entry box, click the arrow and select the desired
field.
B.
In the Compare entry box, click the arrow and select the
desired comparator. The comparator selections change
depending on the selected field.
C.
In the With entry box, enter the desired parameter

depending on the selected field. For example, if Analysis
Date is selected for Field and On is selected for Compare, in
the With column, enter the desired date for the analysis
results.
D.
Click Add to insert a new row.
E.
In the And/Or entry box, click the arrow and make desired
selection.
F.
Repeat steps A - step E, above, until all parameters for the

filter have been determined.
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7.
To delete a parameter or all parameters, click in the desired

row, or select multiple rows by holding CTRL while selecting
rows; select the entire table by clicking the blank button
in the upper left corner of the table.
To modify columns, click the Fields button. Refer to Modifying

Columns, page 415.
Determine Automatic Updates if desired by selecting the check

box. Filters that are based on time should be automatically
updated in order to ensure the selected sample results are
displayed accurately. When the check box is selected, the Start
Time and Update Frequency will be enabled.
For the Start Time, enter the date in MO/DD/YYYY and the
time in 00:00:00. The Start Time indicates when the update
will first be applied.
For Update Frequency, select either hours or days by

selecting the corresponding check box and entering the
desired number of hours or days. Update Frequency indicates
how often the update will be applied.
Deleting Filters
Use the Delete command to remove sample filters from the Filters
dialog box.
1.
Click on the desired sample to remove.
2.
Click Delete.
Using Predefined Filters

Filters that may be frequently used have been predefined in the
software. Default filters are All Samples and Today's Samples. The
remaining filters that appear are based on created methods. To select
a predefined filter, click on the name of the filter, and then click OK.
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Modifying Predefined Filter

To modify a predefined filter,
Operation
1.
Click on the name of the filter.
2.
Select Properties. The Properties dialog box will appear.
For All Samples, only the fields can be modified. To modify the
fields, click the Fields button. Refer to Modifying Columns, page
415.
In the Sample Filter dialog box, the Filter Name displays the
name of the predefined filter. The Description explains the filter
and whether or not the fields or automatic updates can be
modified. To modify the fields, click the Fields button. Refer to
Modifying Columns, page 415. To determine the automatic
update, refer to Automatic Update, page 536.
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Printing Reports
Configuring Report before Printing
A report of analysis results can be generated and printed on the
system printer. The following section explains how to use the Report
Settings dialog box to determine the format of the report.
1.
In the spreadsheet, select the samples as follows:

A.
Place cursor in the column under row until a black arrow

displays.
B.
Hold down right mouse key and drag the mouse over the
desired samples.
C.
Unclick the mouse. Selected samples appear highlighted in

blue.
2.
Click Samples and select Print Preview. Click Print Preview to

access the Report Settings dialog box in order to preview how
selected samples will print on the system printer. The Report
Settings Screen will appear.
3.
Configure the report by clicking the Report tab, Field tab, Font
Tab, and Element tab and entering the desired settings as
explained in the steps below. The Fields tab will only appear when
Define Report Fields is checked on the Report tab.
4.
On the Report Tab,

A.
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Click the arrow next to Report Format to determine the

format of the report.
Click Report with Plots to display a report with data

plotted.
Click Tabular Report to display data in a table.
Click Simple Print to display a report based on the

columns that appear in the spreadsheet. This report can
then be printed.
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B.
5.
Operation
Click Group Report to display the average, the standard

deviation, and the relative standard deviation when
multiple samples are selected.
Click Ambients to display ambients.
Click Hardware Calibration to display the hardware

calibration.
Click the arrow next to Statistics to select how statistics will

display.
Select None, and statistics will not display.
Select Report with Plot, and statistics will display as a

line plot.
Select Tabular Report, and statistics will display in a

table.
C.
For Heading Text, enter a title for the report, if desired.
D.
Select the Define Report Fields check box and the Fields tab
will display. Use the Fields tab to select the columns from
the spreadsheet that will display in the report.
E.
For Line Printing, select the Automatically Print after Each

Analysis check box. Enable line printing when printing with a
dot matrix printer.
F.
When Line Printing is enabled, the Automatically Print After

Each Analysis checkbox is enabled. When selected, a report
will automatically print after each analysis.
Complete the Fields tab as follows to determine the fields that

display in the report. The Fields tab will only display when Define
Report Fields is checked on the Report tab. Fields that appear
vary, depending on the instrument.
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To display a Field that does not appear in the report, select

the field from Invisible Fields, and then click Show. The
Field will automatically move to the Visible Fields column.
To remove a Field so that it does not display in the report,

select the field from Visible Fields and then click Hide. The
Field will automatically move to the Invisible Fields column.
To display the default fields, click Default.
To move a field so that it displays earlier in the report,

select the Field from the Visible Fields column and click
Promote until the field displays in the desired position.
To move a field so that it displays later in the report, select

the Field from the Visible Fields column and click Demote
until the field appears in the desired position.
6.
Use the Font tab to configure the text in the report to improve the
readability of the report. Refer to Modifying Font.
7.
Use the Elements tab to determine the elements that display in

the report. Refer to Configuring Plot Properties.
Printing from the Software
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1.
From the spreadsheet, select the desired samples that have been
analyzed to print. When several samples are selected, the
software will group the samples by sample name.
2.
Click Samples and click Print. Clicking Print or Print Preview will
open the Report Settings dialog box.
3.
Refer to Configuring Report before Printing, page 538, to format

the report as desired.
4.
From the Samples menu, click Print Setup. The Page Setup dialog
box will display.
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5.
Use the Page Setup dialog box to change the size, orientation,
and margins of the paper before printing.
When multiple columns are selected to appear in the report, the font
and page orientation can be adjusted to improve the readability of
the report. The font size can be changed using the font tab as
described in Configuring Report before Printing, page 538.
Operation
6.
Click OK. The Print dialog box will appear.
7.
Click OK to print.
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Import Sample Data

Text Import Data allows for sample data to be imported from another
application such as Microsoft Excel. The text import data must be a
text file or .csv file.
Do not import data while the instrument is analyzing

samples.
1.
Enter sample data in the following order: Name (sample), Mass,

Description, Comments, Operator
If the sample data is being entered into a Microsoft Excel

spreadsheet, commas are not necessary because each field
is placed into a separate cell in that row of the spreadsheet.
This data must be saved as a .csv file.
If the sample data is being entered as a text file into

another software program such as Microsoft Word or
Windows Notepad, each sample field has to be separated by
a comma or a tab without spaces. This data must be saved
as a text file. Refer to the Examples.
The line may have just the sample name or just the sample
name and mass, but if some fields in the middle will not be
used, then commas have to be used as placeholders for the
missing fields in the middle. Refer to the Examples.
By default, the software recognizes the sample name field as a text

field. For this reason, if the sample name begins with a number,
then either an underscore (_) should be placed before the sample
name or a letter should be placed before the sample list. Refer to
the Examples.
Example 1: Sample Name is Text
Hay 8,0.49,description,comments,smith
Flour 7,0.52,,,smith
Coal 6,0.50
Corn 5
Example 2: Sample Name Begins with a Number
A _ can be placed before the sample name if the sample name begins
with a number or the first line of the samples list can begin with a
letter.
_1111,,bag 1,hay 1,smith
_2222222,,bag 2,silage 2
OR
X
1111,,bag 1,hay 1
2222222,,bag 2,silage 2
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Operation
2.
Click Samples on the Menu bar and then select Text Import Data.
The Import File selection screen will appear.
3.
Select the file to import.
4.
Click Open to import the file. The sample data will appear in the
spreadsheet of the instrument software. The Mass value that
appears in the Initial Mass column after the import will be over
written with the actual sample weight from the internal or
external balance when each sample is logged in.
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Export Data
Export Data permits the operator to select sample data and data
transmission parameters and transfer them to another storage location
such as a folder on the hard drive or a network folder.
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1.
Select desired sample or samples that have been analyzed from

the spreadsheet.
2.
If an export format has not been created, refer to Creating an

Export Format, page 433. If an export format has been created,
refer to step 3, below.
3.
Click Samples and then select Text Export Data. The Select
Export dialog box will display.
4.
Select the desired Export Format by clicking on it once and then

click OK. The Export Filename dialog box will display.
5.
In the Export Filename dialog box, enter the filename for the
sample in the space next to File Name.
6.
Click Save.
7.
Click OK in the Select Export dialog box.
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Export Buffers
The Text Export Buffers feature on the Samples menu allows the user
to export raw data buffers to another software application. The sample
data buffers contain the sample weight loss and furnace temperature
data for the analysis. The time of analysis is also indicated for each
buffer. Select samples from the spreadsheet and then select Text
Export Buffers to export the data buffers associated with the selected
samples to a file. The exported data buffer file can then be plotted
using a software program such as Windows Excel.
Operation
1.
Click and drag the mouse to select the desired sample rows from
the spreadsheet.
2.
From the Samples menu, select Text Export Buffers. The Save As
3.
Select a network folder or folder on the system hard drive and

enter a filename.
4.
Click the arrow for Save as Type to select a file extension. File
extension of (.txt) or (.csv) are good choices to use for plotting
the data in Windows Excel. When .txt is selected, the buffers will
be separated by tabs. When .csv is selected, the data will be
separated by commas.
5.
Click Save to export and save the file.
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Transfer Export and Import

Transfer Export and Import provide the means to transfer sample
results so they can be saved to a file for storage or viewed on another
computer that also has the TGA701 software installed. They also offer
an advantage because everything associated with the sample results
such as buffers, calibrations, and data will be transferred.
Transfer files created with newer versions of the LECO TGA701
software cannot be imported into older versions of the software.
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1.
Select sample.
2.
From the Samples menu, click Transfer Export.
3.
In the Export dialog box, enter a File Name for the sample
transfer and then click Save to save the sample transfer in the
current location or select a new location by clicking the arrow for
Save in, select a new location, and click Save.
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Import
Use the Import command to access sample results that have been
exported.
Operation
1.
From the Samples menu, click Transfer Import.
2.
In the Import dialog box, select the sample to import by clicking

on it and then click Open.
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Backing Up and Restoring Data

Backup creates a copy of the system configuration. Restore retrieves
data that have been previously backed up. Refer to Backup Data,
below, and Restoring Data, page 549, for instructions.
Backup Data
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1.
In the spreadsheet, select the data to back up.
2.
Click the Configuration menu, select Backup/Restore and then

select Backup.
3.
When the Save As dialog box displays. Enter the file name for the
data next to File name.
4.
Select the location for the file from the arrow next to Save in.
5.
Click Save.
6.
Click OK when the confirmation dialog box displays.
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Restoring Data
Operation
1.
Click the Configuration menu, select Backup/Restore, and then

select Restore.
2.
When the Open dialog displays, select the file to restore from the
list displayed in the Open dialog box or by clicking the arrow next
to Look in. The files that were backed up most recently will
display automatically.
3.
Click Open.
4.
When the Restore Hardware Parameters dialog box displays, click

Yes to overwrite the current hardware calibration parameters;
click No, and hardware calibration parameters will not be
restored.
5.
Click OK when the confirmation dialog box displays.
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Data Transmit
Use Data Transmit to send data to a network computer or folder
location on the system hard drive.
550
1.
Select the analyzed samples to be transmitted. When several

samples are selected, the software will group the samples by
sample name.
2.
If a transmit format has not already been created or if an existing

transmit format needs to be modified, refer to Creating and
Modifying Transmission Formats, page 439.
3.
From the Samples menu, click Transmit. The Select Transmit

4.
Select the Transmit format.
5.
Click OK.
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Turning Off Instrument

It is recommended to leave the power on to eliminate any balance
instability associated with warm-up time. If it is necessary to turn off
the instrument, first exit the software. Examples of situations where it
is recommended to turn off the instrument include planned power
outages, during storms and power flickers when the power may be
unstable, and an obvious instrument failure.
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Maintenance
The Maintenance chapter includes procedures that should be performed on
a regular basis to improve the instrument's performance and life span.
Periodic Maintenance ..................................................................... 62
Schedule ................................................................................. 62
Periodic Maintenance Counters ................................................... 62
Resetting Maintenance Counters ........................................... 63
Fan Filters .................................................................................... 65
Furnace Fan Filter .................................................................... 65
Electronic Chassis Fan Filter ...................................................... 65
Cleaning Furnace .......................................................................... 66
Cleaning Crucibles ......................................................................... 67
Viewing Log File ............................................................................ 68
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Periodic Maintenance
Schedule
Below is a list of maintenance procedures that should be performed on
a regular basis. Periodic maintenance of the instrument will result in
improved instrument performance and will extend the life of the
instrument.
Refer to Configure Periodic Maintenance Counters, below, to set up a
counter for each maintenance item.
Frequency
Area
Cleaning or Replacement
Clean after
every
analysis.
Crucible
Consumable. Refer to Cleaning Crucibles, page 67.

Replace if damaged.
Electronic
Chassis
Fan Filter
On the back of the analyzer. Refer to Electronic Chassis

Fan Filter, page 65.
Furnace
Inside of the analyzer. Refer to Cleaning Furnace, page

66
Furnace
Fan Filter
Right side of analyzer. Refer to Furnace Fan Filter, page

65
As Needed
Periodic Maintenance Counters

The Counters dialog box provides a list of components and assemblies
that require periodic maintenance. The counter will determine when
periodic maintenance is needed and alert the operator. After the
maintenance has been completed and the maintenance counter reset,
a history log is automatically generated. Use the Counters dialog box
to add and delete counters. To reset the maintenance counters, refer
to Resetting Maintenance Counters, page 63.
From the Configuration menu, click Counters. The Counters dialog box
will display.
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To add counter:
1.
Click the Add button. A new counter will display.
2.
Click on the word Counter to change the name.
3.
Fill in the rest of the fields as necessary.
To delete counter:
1.
Select the counter to be deleted.
2.
Click the Delete button. The Delete Counter confirmation box will
display.
3.
Click Yes to delete; click No to cancel.
4.
Click OK when finished.
Resetting Maintenance Counters

After maintenance is performed, a maintenance history log is
generated. Maintenance Counters help determine when periodic
maintenance is necessary. The Maintenance dialog box as shown
below tracks when periodic maintenance has been performed. Refer to
Viewing Log File, page 68, for additional information. This information
can be used to verify that maintenance was performed and help
troubleshoot problems that may occur during operation.
Maintenance
1.
From the Maintenance menu, click Login. The Maintenance dialog

box will display.
2.
Select the maintenance item(s) that has been completed.
3.
Click OK. The Maintenance Confirmation dialog box for the first
maintenance item will display.
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Click Yes if maintenance was performed.

Click No if maintenance was not performed.
Click Cancel to exit procedure.
4.
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Continue until all maintenance items are complete.
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Fan Filters
The fan filters should be cleaned or replaced when they are visibly
dirty. Depending on the environment that the analyzer is in, the time
period for cleaning may vary considerably. Inspect the fan filters
weekly until a cleaning period can be determined.
Furnace Fan Filter

1.
Turn off the analyzer using the On/Off switch and disconnect it
from facility power. Refer to Figure 10-4, page 104.
2.
Remove the furnace fan filter from the rear of the analyzer by
sliding the furnace fan filter out of the furnace fan filter holder.
3.
Using a brush attachment, vacuum the furnace fan filter to

remove the dust and dirt.
4.
Reinstall the furnace fan filter.
5.
Reconnect the analyzer to facility power.
6.
Power on the analyzer using the On/Off switch.
Electronic Chassis Fan Filter

1.
Power off the analyzer using the On/Off switch and disconnect
from facility power.
2.
Remove the electronic chassis fan filter on the right side of the
analyzer by pulling the electronic chassis fan filter out and away
from the analyzer. Refer to Figure 10-28, page 1023.
3.
Remove the filter material from the plastic filter hold.
4.
Wash the electronic chassis fan filter with warm soapy water and
let it air dry.
The fan filter must be completely dry before reinstalling.

5.
Maintenance
Reinstall the electronics chassis fan filter.
6.
Reconnect the analyzer to facility power.
7.
Power on the analyzer using the On/Off switch.
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Cleaning Furnace
The interior cavity of the analyzer should be cleaned when visibly
dirty. Depending on the environment that the analyzer is in, the time
period for cleaning may vary considerably. Inspect weekly until a
cleaning period can be determined.
1.
Let the furnace cool to ambient temperature.

performing this procedure. If the furnace is hot, permit it to
cool to ambient temperature. Serious burns could result if
the furnace is handled before it has cooled to a safe
temperature.
2.
Raise the furnace lid. From the toolbar, click the F7 Cover button.
HIGH VOLTAGE HAZARD

The analyzer operates from 230V~. Contact with this
voltage can be lethal. Use extreme caution while performing
this procedure.
3.
Remove the carousel by lifting the carousel up. Refer to Figure

10-5, page 105.
4.
Vacuum the area inside the furnace to remove all debris.
Avoid contact with the thermocouples at the rear of the

lower furnace so as to prevent any accidental damage.
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5.
Reinstall the carousel.
6.
Close the lid. From the toolbar, click the F7 Cover button.
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Cleaning Crucibles
The crucibles must be clean, dry, and free from static. Washing and
rinsing crucibles in water removes any static charge. It is important to
clean every crucible after every analysis because they will contain
residual sample material.
Maintenance
1.
Turn the crucible upside-down and tap it gently to remove any

sample residue.
2.
Wipe clean using a Kim-wipe.
3.
Wash the crucibles.
4.
Rinse the crucibles with water.
5.
Dry the crucibles at 105 oC for two hours.
6.
After washing, avoid excessive draft over the crucibles and

unnecessary handling before next use.
7.
For moisture-only applications (<150 oC), bake the crucibles at

950 oC for one hour monthly or every 20 analyses, whichever
comes first.
8.
After the crucibles are cool and dry, place them in a dessicator
until the next analysis.
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Viewing Log File

View Log File displays and tracks instrument error messages,
maintenance tasks completed, and permanent actions taken by the
user (i.e. deleting an analyzed sample). In the log, Time displays the
date and time the action occurred. Object displays the area where the
action occurred. Name displays the name of the item involved in the
action when applicable. Details displays the end result of the action.
User displays the name of the user logged on to the instrument when
the action occurred.
1.
From the Maintenance menu, click View Log File. The View Log
File screen will display.
To reproduce the log in a paper document, click Print. Print can be

used to reproduce the entire log or a single action as explained below.
To print the entire log file,
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A.
Click the Print button. The Print dialog box will display.
B.
Under Print Range, click All.
C.
Click OK.
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To print a single action,

A.
Select the action by clicking on the time of the event. Select

multiple events by holding CTRL while clicking on the time.
B.
C.
Click OK.
To copy the entire log or a single action and then paste the
information into another software application such as Microsoft Excel,
To copy the entire log,
A.
Click on the time of the first log entry.
B.
At the same time, click Shift/Ctrl/End on the keyboard. The

entire log will be selected.
C.
Click Copy.
D.
Open the desired software program and click in the location

where the copied information is to be placed.
E.
Right-click and select Paste.
To copy a selected action,
2.
Maintenance
A.
Click on the time of the desired action. Select multiple

events by holding CTRL while clicking on the time.
B.
Click Copy.
C.
Open the desired software program and click in the location

where the copied information is to be placed.
D.
Right-click and select Paste.
Click Close when finished.
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Theory of Operation
The Theory of Operation chapter provides an overview of instrument
operation from a theoretical perspective.
Illustrations .................................................................................. 72
Theory of Operation....................................................................... 73
Theory of Operation
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Illustrations
Figure 7-1 Flow Diagram 75
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Theory of Operation
The TGA701 Thermogravimetric Analyzer is used to determine the
composition of organic, inorganic, and synthetic materials. It measures
weight loss as a function of temperature in a controlled environment.
The instrument consists of a computer and a multiple sample furnace
that allows up to 19 samples to be analyzed simultaneously.
After an analysis method has been selected, empty crucibles are
loaded into the furnace carousel. The analysis method controls the
carousel, furnace, and balance operation. On completion of crucible
tare, each crucible is presented to the operator for sample loading. The
starting sample weight is measured and stored automatically. Once all
the crucibles have been loaded, analysis begins. The weight loss of
each sample is monitored and the furnace temperature is controlled
according to the selected analysis method. The percent weight loss for
each sample is reported at the end of each analysis step.
The instrument contains an easy-to-follow menu-driven Windows based software program that allows analysis methods to be tailored to
satisfy most analytical applications. Temperature, temperature ramp
rate, and atmosphere are selectable for each step. Analysis methods
can be entered to perform moisture, volatile, ash, or combinations of
these three stages. If volatile results tend to be curvilinear, a nonlinear regression technique can be used to improve accuracy. Other
menus allow on-screen plotting of sample weight loss with hard copy
selection after the screen review. Built-in diagnostic functions can be
performed via menu selections.
The key to the automated analysis capability is the LECO multiple
sample furnace. The 19-position sample carousel and balance pedestal
are located in the furnace. One-half to five gram samples are
contained in ceramic crucibles. The samples are automatically indexed
to the position above the balance pan. The carousel is lowered to place
a sample crucible onto the pedestal and the weight is recorded. The
cycle continues throughout the entire program. All weighing is
performed automatically.
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TGA701 Flow Diagram

TGA Furnace 100-1000C
99.5% Oxygen
35 psi
612-192
607-509
TGA701 Manifold 621-040
SW9
618-122
3 Required
25 no
psi
?psig 621-036
SV# 0
SST
SST
nc
618-758
616-567-106
3 Required
Filter
611-803
99.9% Nitrogen
35 psi
Filter
768-980
2 Required
Manifold
Restriction
621-038
621-023 Ceramic Lance, 2 Required
612-192
Element Temperature
621-183
Thermocouple Type N
Special limits
Unsheathed
Exposed Junction
SW8
618-657
2 Required
589-185
2 Required
25 no
psi
Furnace Temperature
621-184
Thermocouple Type N
Special limits
Unsheathed
Exposed Junction
SV# 1
Poly
nc
+ 99.5% Air
(dry, oil-free)
45 psi
+-
SW9
25 no
psi
621-034
SV# 2
Poly
nc
SV# 3
nc
616-567-108, 5 Required
c - Lid Position
10-32 UNF, 10 Required
Rear panel
SV# 4
nc
c - Weigh Position 1
no
SV# 5
c - Weigh Position 2
773-661 Fitting, 10 Required
Other Inputs and Outputs
SV# 6
nc
Symbol
LECO P/N
Description
618-758
Proportional Valve
620-625-101
3-way valve with speed

adjustment
616-567-106
2-way valve
621-036
Pressure Transducer
no
SV# 7
SV# 8
c - Rotate Carousel 2
620-625-101, 5 Required
nc
c - Furnace Cover 1
no
SV# 9
c - Furnace Cover 2
SV# 10
nc
?psig
c - Rotate Carousel 1
c - Furnace Cover Height
SV# 11
25
psi
618-122
616-567-108
25 PSI Pressure Switch,

Normally Open
3-way valve
nc
no
c - Crucible Actuator 1
Green LED
SV#
Cooling Fan
SV#
Alarm buzzer
SW# 0
Lid Position
SW# 1
Turn Position
SW# 2
Weigh Position
SW# 3
Carousel Advanced
SW# 4
Carousel Return
SW# 5
Furnace Cover
SW# 6
Home Position
SW# 7
Air Pressure
SW# 8
Nitrogen Pressure
SW# 9
Oxygen Pressure
c - Crucible Actuator 2
SV# 12
621-034
SV# 14
Pressure regulator, 35 PSI
SW# 10
Front Panel Control
Figure 7-1
Flow Diagram
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Diagnostics
The Diagnostics chapter explains how to monitor and check the operation
of the instrument hardware, which can help determine if the instrument is
operating properly.
Ambients ..................................................................................... 82
Ambient Acceptable Range Table ................................................ 83
Customizing Ambient Monitor .................................................... 83
Ambient Plot Menu .............................................................. 83
Customizing Graph Lines ...................................................... 84
Customize Ambient Column Display ....................................... 86
Solenoids and Switches .................................................................. 87
Network ....................................................................................... 88
Communications ......................................................................... 810
Systems Check ........................................................................... 812
Muffle Furnace ............................................................................ 814
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Ambients
The Ambient Monitor displays system parameter values during
operation or service of the instrument.
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1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Ambients. The Ambients dialog

box will display.
2.
Select ambients to view by selecting the check box that

corresponds with the desired ambient. To select multiple
ambients, hold the CTRL key on the keyboard and then click
desired ambient check boxes. When multiple ambients are
selected, the color of the plot line will correspond with the color of
the in the check box. To change the graph line for an ambient,
Refer to Customizing Graph Lines, page 84. The software will
mark any values that are out of range with a yellow exclamation
icon ( ) in the Ambient screen and ( ) on the status bar. Refer
to Ambient Acceptable Range Table, 83.
3.
Customize the ambient monitor as explained below. Refer to

Customizing Ambient Monitor, page 83.
4.
Click Print to print the parameter values on the system printer.
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Ambient Acceptable Range Table

Ambient
Acceptable Range
Ambient Temperature
25 C
Balance
Balance displays the reported weight.
Crucible Temperature
The calculated crucible temperature as determined by

the element temperature and the calibrated furnace
parameter table.
Element Temperature
Ambient to 1000C
Furnace Control
Zero (off) to 100% (full power)
Furnace Temperature
Ambient to 1000C
System Flow
+/- 0.2 lpm and > 0.5 lpm
Customizing Ambient Monitor

Ambient Plot Menu
Use the plot dialog box to reset, restore, zoom in, zoom out, and set
the plot range. The parameter value is displayed on the vertical axis
and the time is displayed on the horizontal axis.
To access the graph menu, right click in the ambient graph. The
ambient graph menu will display.
Reset - Click Reset and then select either Time or Graph.
Select Time to move the zero point on the x-axis. Select Graph
to begin plotting at zero.
Zoom In - Click Zoom In to increase the magnification of the
ambient graph. Each time Zoom In is clicked, the magnification
of the ambient graph is increased by one level. Zoom will
display in the upper corner of the plot, and the area being
magnified is indicated by a red square as illustrated below. The
mouse can also be used to zoom in on an area of the ambient
plot. Place the mouse cursor on the area to magnify. Click and
drag the mouse around the location to zoom. A dotted
rectangle displays the section selected. When the mouse is
released, the selected section magnifies.
Zoom Out - Once the magnification of the ambient plot has
been increased, click Zoom Out to reduce the magnification by
one level. Zoom Out can be clicked until Zoom no longer
displays in the graph. Each click decreases the magnification by
one level.
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Restore - After zooming in several times, click Restore to

return the plot to the original starting zoom level.
Range - Click Range to determine the boundaries of the
ambient plot. Click the Automatic check box, and the software
will determine the range. To enter the range manually, click in
the Automatic checkbox to remove the and enter a value for
the lower bound and the upper bound.
Customizing Graph Lines

The precision, line width, and line color for each ambient that displays
in the Ambient Chart can be customized.
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1.
Double click on the name desired ambient. The Properties dialog

box will display.
2.
Determine the precision by clicking the arrows until desired

to decrease precision. Click
precision is achieved. Click
to increase precision.
3.
Use the pen width to determine the thickness of the line that
to decrease line thickness. Click
displays in the chart. Click
to increase line thickness.
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Determine the color of the line by clicking the button next to the
pen width arrows. The Color dialog box will display.
5.
Select the desired color for the background by selecting a basic

color or by adding a custom color.
6.
To select a basic color, click the desired color and then click OK.
7.
To select a custom color:

A.
Click in one of the empty custom color selection boxes.
B.
Click Define Custom Color. The Color Dialog Box expands to

display the Custom Color Graph.
C.
Select the desired color range from the custom color graph.
The range that falls under the selector (
the custom color selection grid.
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) will appear in
D.
Select the specific color from the custom color selection grid.
E.
Click Add to Custom Colors.
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F.
Click OK. The color will appear in the custom color selection
box as a new color choice.
8.
To customize another ambient, click the arrow under Ambient in

the Properties dialog box and select the desired ambient from the
list. Repeat steps 2-7.
9.
Click OK. The selected precision, pen width, and color choice will
display in the chart for all selected ambients. The checkbox for
each ambient will also display the selected color choice.
Customize Ambient Column Display

The following steps explain how to determine the columns that display
in the ambient monitor.
1.
Click on a column in the ambient monitor as illustrated below.
2.
In the dialog box that displays, click in the desired checkboxes.

Click the Log Ambients checkbox to save the ambient data to a
file.
Click the Scale Factor checkbox to show the scale factor.
Click the Min/Max checkbox to display the minimum value read
and maximum value read.
Click View Min/Max to display the minimum current view and
maximum current view.
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Solenoids and Switches

Solenoids and switches allow the operator or service technician to view
the solenoids and switch states. The solenoid valves can be toggled on
or off but the switch states cannot be changed. This is helpful to the
operator or service technician during adjustment and service of the
instrument.
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1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoid/Switches. The

Solenoid/Switches dialog box will display.
2.
Click a solenoid check box to toggle on or off.
3.
For the valve state, click the arrow to access a menu and select
the valve state.
4.
Click the checkbox for Show SV Numbers to display the solenoid

number for each solenoid.
5.
For the life test, click the arrow and then click on the desired life
test. The cycle count during the life test will display.
6.
Click Start Life Test that was selected from the menu.
7.
Click Flow Diagram to display a magnified flow diagram that can

assist in locating solenoids.
8.
Click Print to reproduce information in the Solenoid dialog box in

a paper document.
9.
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Network
The electronic design of the instrument is modular. It consists of a
main controller, similar to a host computer, and peripheral electronic
assemblies that are controlled from the main controller. During
operation, all peripheral assemblies communicate with the main
controller.
From the Network screen, the type of hardware installed can be
identified, the version of firmware identified, the operational status of
the peripheral devices can be determined, the network can be reset,
the network power can be turned off, and the firmware can be
upgraded.
The spreadsheet in the upper portion of the screen lists the device,
identification, classification, instance, serial number, version number of
the application software, checksum of the applications software, FPGA
version, and the version of the network software. Refer to Glossary,
An electronic assembly that does not have the application firmware

programmed will still sign on to the network as long as it contains the
network software program. In this case, the Serial, Version, and
Checksum fields will display zeros.
1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Network. The Network dialog

box will appear.
2.
Verify the Network Power check box is selected, which indicates

the power is on. It is only necessary to turn off the network
power when the network hardware is being serviced.
When the Network Power check box is cleared, the EclipseUSB
network address will appear.
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3.
To upgrade an electronic assembly with a new version of

application firmware, click on the Device.
A.
Click the Download button. The Open Binary File for Network
Download dialog box will appear.
B.
Select the correct file and click OK.
The Poll Devices button can be pressed to see that the new software
has indeed been downloaded.
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4.
Click Poll Devices to send a signal over the network to determine

what is connected to the network. Network hardware should
appear under devices indicating they are functioning and signing
on to the network.
5.
Click Reset Network to restart the network software, which may

correct any errors that have occurred.
6.
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Communications
Communications monitors communications between the computer and
the instrument. Communications can be used to help locate a possible
problem within the system.
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1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Communications. The

Communications dialog box will display.
2.
To limit information displayed or copied:

A.
Click the Hide Analysis State check box to hide the Analysis
State and Event Controls.
B.
Click the Hide Outgoing check box to hide the outgoing

[PC > >] information.
C.
Click the Hide Incoming check box to hide the incoming [Hw
> >] information.
D.
Click the Hide Data check box to hide all the data
information.
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Click the Pause check box to stop the scrolling. Un-checking the
Pause check box will restart the scrolling.
4.
To locate specific information, enter a single word into the Find

text field and click the Find button. The word is located and
highlighted. The find the next occurrence of the word, click the
Find button again.
5.
Click the Copy To Clipboard button. The data is copied to the

clipboard.
6.
Click Print. The Print dialog box will display.
7.
Click OK to print the information. This information can then be

sent to LECO for analysis.
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Systems Check
Systems Check allows the operator to verify that the instrument is
functioning properly. If the instrument is functioning properly, the
indicator checkboxes will be green. Refer to the following table for
further information. The status of the task is also noted in the display
as either Passed or Failed.
Indicator
Checkbox
1.
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Status
Yellow light
This item is currently being checked.
Green light
This item has been checked and has passed.
Red light
This item has been checked and has failed the

system check.
From the Diagnostics menu, click System Check. The following

dialog box is displayed:
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Click the Start button to begin the system check procedure. The
result will be displayed in the dialog box.
After beginning the system check, it can be stopped by clicking the

Stop button.
3.
4.
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Click Print to get a hard copy of the results from the systems
check procedure.
A.
B.
Click OK.
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Muffle Furnace
The muffle furnace is used to drive off moisture in preparing crucibles
for the next analysis. Muffle furnace parameters can be modified
through Methods or Diagnostics.
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1.
Click Configuration on the Menu bar and then click Methods.
2.
On the Methods dialog box, click Add and then enter Muffle
Furnace for the name of the method.
3.
Click Properties.
4.
On the Method Step parameters tab, enter parameters for the

muffle furnace.
5.
Click Diagnostics and then select the Muffle Furnace tab.
6.
For Muffle Furnace Method, click the arrow and select the method
created in step 2. The muffle furnace parameters entered in the
method will appear.
7.
Click Start.
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Service
The Service chapter explains service procedures. Contact the LECO
Service Department for further information.
Installing LECO Software ................................................................ 93
Required Settings for LECO Software .......................................... 93
Operating System (OS) Requirements ................................... 93
OS User Permission Requirements ......................................... 93
Data File Permissions ........................................................... 94
Antivirus Software ............................................................... 94
Control Panel Settings ......................................................... 95
Software Installation Procedure ................................................. 95
Configuring the Ethernet Adapter .................................................. 912
Windows 7 ............................................................................ 912
Windows Vista ....................................................................... 916
Windows XP........................................................................... 918
Configuring Firewall Settings ........................................................ 921
Registering Software ................................................................... 922
Troubleshooting Software Registration ...................................... 924
Submitting Registration Information to LECO ............................. 924
Adding an Option or Changing Customer Name .......................... 926
Troubleshooting Copy Protection Key ............................................. 928
Copy Protection Key Error Messages ......................................... 928
Hardware Calibration ................................................................... 929
System Flow Calibration .......................................................... 929
Advanced System Flow Calibration ...................................... 932
Balance Calibration ................................................................. 932
Balance Adjustment..................................................................... 934
Balance Test ............................................................................... 937
Carousel .................................................................................... 939
Switch Position Adjustment ..................................................... 939
Weigh Position Switch ........................................................ 939
Turn Position Switch .......................................................... 939
Lid Position Switch ............................................................ 940
Advance Carousel Switch ................................................... 940
Carousel Return Switch ...................................................... 940
Installation ............................................................................ 940
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Carousel Installation .......................................................... 940

Adjustments .......................................................................... 940
Spindle Drive and Indexer .................................................. 940
Home Position................................................................... 941
Speed Adjustments ................................................................ 942
Transition Speed ............................................................... 942
Rotate Speed .................................................................... 942
Furnace ..................................................................................... 943
Cover Speed Adjustment ......................................................... 943
Close to Open Adjustment .................................................. 943
Open to Half-Open Adjustment ........................................... 943
Half-Open to Closed Adjustment ......................................... 944
Seal Adjustment .................................................................... 944
Over Temperature Switch Reset .................................................... 948
Thermocouple ............................................................................. 949
Adjustment ........................................................................... 949
Element Temperature ........................................................ 949
Furnace Temperature Thermocouple .................................... 949
Replacement ......................................................................... 950
Smartline ................................................................................. 952
Modem Installation ................................................................. 952
NetOp Software Installation ................................................... 955
Create a Shortcut ................................................................... 956
Operation Setup ..................................................................... 957
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 958
Troubleshooting Table............................................................. 958
Carousel .......................................................................... 959
Crucibles, Reference .......................................................... 960
Electrical .......................................................................... 960
Furnace Calibration ........................................................... 961
Furnace Cover or Carousel Speed Too Fast ........................... 961
Furnace ........................................................................... 961
Sample Login .................................................................... 962
Software .......................................................................... 962
Troubleshooting Procedures ..................................................... 962
Check for USB driver installation ......................................... 962
Run a Cycle Test ............................................................... 963
Use System Files to Diagnose Computer Problems ................. 964
Autoexec.bat File ......................................................... 964
Config.sys ................................................................... 964
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Installing LECO Software

The following section explains the required settings, below, and the
installation procedure, page 95, for LECO software. Additional
information can be found in Configuring the Ethernet Adaptor, page 9
12, Configuring Firewall Settings, page 921, and Registering the
Software, page 922.
Required Settings for LECO Software

Operating System (OS) Requirements
The following table explains the minimum settings required for LECO
software. LECO recommends that the system always be updated to
correspond with the latest service packs available at
www.microsoft.com.
Windows OS
Minimum Requirements
7 (32-bit or 64-bit,
64-bit preferred)
None
Vista (32-bit)
None
XP (32-bit)
SP2
2000 (32-bit)
*SP4; **URP1; ***IE6
*SP=Service
Pack; **URP=Update Rollup; ***IE=Internet Explorer
OS User Permission Requirements

The following table shows the minimum permissions that a user must
have in the Microsoft Windows OS in order to perform certain tasks in
the software. Refer to Users Permissions.
Service
Task
Minimum Permission
Using Software
Standard User
Installing Software
Administrator
Upgrading Software
Administrator
Setting up Users
Administrator
LECO Service
Administrator
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Data File Permissions

To use LECO software, read-write access is required for all the data
files. The proper permissions are automatically set up during the
software installation; however, if these permissions are ever changed,
file access errors can occur. The following table shows the data folders
that require read-write permissions.
Windows OS
Data Folder (including all

subfolders/files) (Use the appropriate
drive letter, typically C.)
7, 64-bit
ProgramData\LECO (hidden OS folder)
7, 32-bit
Vista
XP
C:\Documents and Settings\All

Users\Application Data\LECO
2000

Antivirus Software
LECO recommends that antivirus checking be turned off
for the files listed below to avoid interference with data
collection or storage.
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Windows OS
Data Folder (including all

subfolders/files) (Use the appropriate
drive letter, typically C.)
7, 64-bit
7, 32-bit
Vista
XP

2000

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Control Panel Settings

Control Panel Item
Power
Options
User
Accounts
Required Setting
Power Schemes
Always On
Turn off Hard Disks
Never
Use Fast User Switching
If Fast User Switching is

active (off by default on PCs
from LECO), close the LECO
software in one account
before switching to a
different account and trying
to run it there.
Software Installation Procedure
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The software must be started at least once on the administrative

level since the software must be able to access and modify the
registry.
Do not install the Copy Protection Key until after the software
has been installed.
1.
Verify the instrument is turned off.
2.
Turn on the computer tower.
3.
Install the communications cable (typically Ethernet or USB) as

appropriate for the instrument.
4.
For an Ethernet connection, configure the Ethernet adapter. Refer

to Configuring Ethernet Adapter, page 912.
5.
Log in to the operating system as administrator.
6.
Insert the software installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM disk

drive (typically D).
7.
Install the LECO DHCPlite software by clicking OK when the

following message appears. (If the LECO DHCPlite software is
already installed or not applicable, this message will not appear.)
8.
If a version of Adobe Reader is already installed, refer to step 14.

If Adobe Reader is not installed, the following dialog box will
appear.
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9.
Select Next. The following message box will appear to indicate

Adobe Reader is preparing for installation.
10. Determine the folder location for Adobe Reader. Select Next for
the default location, or select Browse, select a different location,
and then select Next.
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11. When the "Ready to Install Program" dialog box appears, click
Install.
12. When the "Setup Completed" dialog box appears, click Finish.
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13. If the instrument software Welcome dialog box does not appear
A.
Select the Start button in the lower left-hand corner.
B.
Select Run. The Run dialog box is displayed.
C.
Enter D:\Setup.exe and then select OK. (The letter D

indicates the location of the CD Rom drive. Typically this
drive is D, but the letter that is entered should correspond
with the CD-ROM drive on the computer's hard drive.)
14. At the instrument software Welcome dialog box, click Next.
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15. Determine the folder location for the software. Select Next for the
default location, or select Browse, select a different location, and
then select Next.
16. Select Next to install the software.
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17. Once the software has installed successfully, select Finish. The
icon for the instrument software will appear on the desktop.
18. After installing the software, it may be necessary to restart the

system. If the following dialog box displays, select Yes to
immediately restart the system.
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19. Turn on the instrument.

20. Turn on the gas supplies.
21. Double-click the desktop icon for the instrument software to start
the software.
If the Edit Registration dialog box appears, refer to Registering
the Software, page 922.
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Configuring the Ethernet Adapter

The following procedure is necessary for the proper operation of the
software with a Copy Protection Key and applies for computer systems
that are not supplied by LECO. For computers supplied by LECO, this
configuration has already been completed.
It is required that PCs used for running LECO applications be
configured with a separate Ethernet adapter dedicated for
communications with LECO instrumentation. (Connection to a
network would require a second Ethernet port.)
Windows 7
The following steps apply when using the Windows 7 operating
system.
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on the Windows desktop and then click Control Panel.
1.
Click
2.
Click Network and Sharing.
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3.
Click Change Adapter Settings.
4.
Right-click on the name of the connection for the instrument and

rename it to LECO Hardware.
5.
Right-click and select Properties.
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6.
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Clear all of the check boxes except Internet Protocol Version 4

(TCP/IPv4).
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Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) by clicking on it

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8.
For IP address, enter 10 10 10 2, and for Subnet mask, enter 255

255 255 0. The remaining fields should be empty as shown
below.
9.
Click OK.
Windows Vista
The following steps apply when using the Windows Vista operating
system.
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on the Windows desktop.
1.
Click
2.
From the Start Menu, select Control Panel.
3.
From the Control Panel, select Network and Internet, click

Network and Sharing, and then select Manage Network
Connections.
4.
On the Manage Network Connections tab, click on the connection

that will be used for the instrument.
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5.
Click on the name of the connection and rename it to LECO

Hardware.
6.
Right-click and select Properties.
7.
Clear all of the check boxes except Internet Protocol Version 4

(TCP/IPv4) as shown below.
8.
Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) by clicking on it

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9.
10.
For IP address, enter 10 10 10 2, and for Subnet mask, enter 255

255 255 0. The remaining fields should be empty as shown
below.
Click OK.
Windows XP
918
1.
Determine if a network connection is installed as follows: click

Start on the Windows desktop, select Settings, Control Panel, and
then double-click on Network Connections. If a network
connection exists, it will appear in the Network Connections dialog
box. An example is displayed below.
2.
If a network connection is not installed, install an Ethernet

adapter. Refer to the instructions supplied with the Ethernet
adapter for installation procedures.
3.
Once the Ethernet adapter is installed and with the computer on,
select Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click on
Network Connections.
4.
Click on the name of the connection for the instrument and then
rename it to LECO Hardware.
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5.
Right-click on LECO Hardware and select Properties. The

Properties dialog box will appear.
6.
Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) check box. The other check
boxes should be cleared.
7.
Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and select Properties. The

TCP/IP Properties dialog box will appear.
8.
Enter the IP address as 10 10 10 2.

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9.
Enter the Subnet Mask as 255 255 255 0.
10. Default Gateway, Preferred DNS Server and Alternate DNS Server
should be left blank.
11. Click OK.
12. Click OK again to save the settings.
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Configuring Firewall Settings

When the LECO software is installed, it automatically configures the
Microsoft Windows firewall settings for the instrument software. (If the
Microsoft Windows firewall settings are ever changed, the easiest fix is
to reinstall the LECO software.)
The following steps apply only when a firewall program other than
Microsoft Windows is used.
1. If another firewall program is installed, search all folders and
subfolders in C:\Program Files\LECO and C:\Program
Files\Common Files\LECO folders and note the .exe files that are
found. For Windows 7, 64-bit OS systems, check C:\Program
Files (x86)\LECO.
These are the default locations; however, the default location may
vary if it was changed during the software installation.
2. Follow the instructions for the firewall program to grant these
.exe files permission in order to run the LECO software.
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Registering Software
With a new instrument and PC from LECO, all that is required is to
insert the copy protection key into a USB port. Refer to
Troubleshooting Copy Protection Key, page 928, for further
information.
The following procedure applies when the license is being upgraded
due to the addition of new hardware or a new software version. The
software must be registered before it can be used. If a PC is not
purchased from LECO, refer to Submitting Registration Information to
LECO, page 924, and contact LECO Service for further information
about registering the instrument.
Do not insert the copy protection key into the USB port until
the LECO software is installed and the PC has been
rebooted.
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1.
Install Copy Protection Key into a USB port on the computer.
2.
Double-click the software's desktop icon.
3.
In the software main window, click Help and then click About.
The following dialog box appears:
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4.
Click Change. The Edit License dialog box will appear.
5.
Registration information can be entered in two ways as explained

below. It is preferable to copy and paste the information to help
avoid errors.
Type in the registration information exactly as it appears.
If the upgrade information is received in an email from LECO,

copy and paste the registration information as explained in
the following steps.
A.
In the email, highlight the information beginning with

<base64> ........ </base64> as shown below.
B.
Copy the information by pressing at the same time Ctrl and

C on the keyboard.
C.
On the Edit License dialog box, click Paste. (Do not press
CTRL and V on the keyboard.)
D.
Click Save.
E.
Click OK when the following dialog box appears:
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Troubleshooting Software Registration

Error Message
Checks and Solutions

Verify all entries in the Edit License
dialog box exactly match the registration
information.
Invalid Registration Error Message
Check capitalization.
Check that the product version is correct.
For example, the Product Version in the
Edit License dialog box will appear as 400
(no period) but on the Help/About dialog
box, the product version will appear as
4.00 (with a period).
Check that the registration number is
correct.
Check that the spacing between words is
accurate.
Submitting Registration Information to LECO

If the PC is not purchased from LECO, it may be necessary to submit
the registration information to LECO Service. Contact LECO Service
who will assist you in the registration process. LECO Service will
require your company name, serial number, model number, and any
options purchased. The following section explains this procedure.
924
1.
In the software, click Help and then select About.
2.
On the About dialog box, click Change.
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3.
The Edit License dialog box will appear. Enter your Customer
(company), Instrument Serial Number, and Options.
4.
Click Copy.
5.
Open a blank email message and press Ctrl and V on the

keyboard to paste the license information into the email message.
6.
Send the email or just the Key number to the LECO designee.
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926
1.
Request/purchase option from LECO. LECO will provide a new key

number and registration information.
2.
In the software, click Help on the Menu bar and then select
About.
3.
On the About dialog box, click Change.
4.
The Edit License dialog box will appear.
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Registration information can be entered in two ways as explained

below. It is preferable to copy and paste the information to help
avoid errors.
Type in the registration information exactly as it appears.
If the upgrade information is received in an email from LECO,

paste the registration information as explained in the
following steps.
A.
Select all of the text in the email from LECO.
B.
On the Edit License dialog box, click Paste. The information

from the email, including customer name and any options
will appear in the Edit License dialog box.
C.
Click Save.
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Troubleshooting Copy Protection Key
A Copy Protection Key is required to use the software.
Do not insert the copy protection key into the USB port until the
LECO software is installed and the PC has been rebooted.
The Copy Protection Key should remain installed in one of the

USB ports while using the software.
Copy Protection Key Error Messages
The Copy Protection Key Not Found or License Not Valid dialog box
may appear if the copy protection key is not installed, the software is
not registered, or the software is already running. Follow the steps
below.
Verify the copy protection key is installed. If not,

1. Click OK, and then insert the copy protection key.
2. On the Licenses dialog box, click Close. The software login will
appear.
If the copy protection key is installed, the software may not be

registered.
1. Click OK.
2. Insert the copy protection key. The Licenses dialog box will
appear.
3. Click on the old version and then click Change. Follow the
instructions in Registering Software, beginning with step 5.
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If the copy protection key is installed, the software may already be

running on the computer. Click Close.
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Hardware Calibration
Use Hardware Calibration to calibrate the balance and instrument flow
in the TGA701.
System Flow Calibration

1.
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Connect an external flowmeter to the pneumatic flow manifold

lance output to measure the flow rate.
A.
Remove the front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page 1023.
B.
Disconnect J401, J402, and J403 from the push button

mounted on the front of the front panel. Refer to
C.
Remove the left side panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page

1023.
D.
Disconnect the stainless steel tubing from the furnace lance

port of the pneumatic flow manifold. Refer to Figure 10-19,
page 1014.
E.
Connect the flow meter to the furnace lance port of the

pneumatic manifold. Refer to Figure 10-19, page 1014.
2.
From the Configuration menu, click Hardware Calibration. The

Hardware Calibration dialog box will display.
3.
Click the System Flow checkbox.
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4.
Click Next. The Enter The Set Point Temperature dialog box will
display.
5.
Enter 3.5 as the value for the first set point. Click Next. The Wait
dialog box is displayed while the software sets the system flow to
this value.
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6.
Click Next after the flow has reached equilibrium. The Enter The
Actual Value dialog box will display.
7.
Enter the actual flow rate (from the flow meter) and click Next.
The Enter The Set Point dialog box will display.
8.
Enter 10.0 as the value for the second set point. Click Next. The
Wait dialog box is displayed while the software sets the system
flow to this value.
9.
Click Next. The Enter the Actual Value dialog box will display.
10. Enter the actual flow rate (from the flow meter) and click Next.
11. After the flow has been calibrated, the Calibration Finished dialog
box will display. Click Finish.
12. Remove the external flow meter from the pneumatic flow
manifold.
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A.
Disconnect the external flow meter from the furnace lance

port of the pneumatic manifold. Refer to Figure 10-19, page
1014.
B.
Reconnect the stainless steel tubing to the furnace lance port

of the pneumatic manifold. Refer to Figure 10-19, page
1014.
C.
Reinstall the left instrument panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page

1023.
D.
Reconnect J401, J402, and J403 to the push button mounted on

the front of the casting. Refer to Figure 10-28, page 1023.
E.
Reinstall the TGA701 front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page

1023.
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Advanced System Flow Calibration

Use this procedure to re-enter information needed to restore the
system settings. These values are set during the Calibration Flow
procedure. Do not change the values with this procedure unless trying
to restore the previously known calibration values.
1.
Click the System Flow check box.
2.
Click the Advanced button. The calibration and power factor

values will be displayed.
3.
Enter the Calibration Flow information.
4.
Enter the Power Factor information.
5.
Click OK.
Balance Calibration
Because the calculations used by the TGA701 are based upon relative
changes to the sample weight, balance calibration is necessary only if
the absolute value of the initial sample weight is critical to the
customers' methodology. Otherwise, accurate balance calibration is
not critical for proper operation of the TGA701.
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1.
Remove the carousel. Refer to Figure 10-6, page 106.
2.
From the Configuration menu, click Hardware Calibration. The

Hardware Calibration dialog box will display.
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3.
Click the balance check box. Click Next. The Calibration

Instructions dialog box will display.
4.
Place the draft shield over the balance pedestal. When prompted,
click Next.
5.
Remove the draft shield from the balance pedestal and place the
100-gram weight on the balance.
6.
Cover the weight with the draft shield. Click the Next button when
available.
7.
Wait for the balance calibration to finish then Click Next.
8.
After the message is displayed stating that the balance has been
calibrated, click Next.
9.
Click Done when finished.
10. Remove the draft shield and 100 gram weight.

11. Reinstall the carousel. Refer to Figure 10-6, page 106.
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Balance Adjustment
Balance adjustments should only be done if the factory settings have
been altered or the original balance has been replaced.

performing this procedure. If the furnace is hot, turn the
analyzer off and permit it to cool to ambient temperature.
Serious burns could result if the furnace is handled before it
has cooled to a safe temperature.
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this procedure.
1.
Remove the analyzer front panel.

A.
B.

panel.
C.
The weight of the front panel is substantial. Use caution

when removing the front panel to prevent it from dropping
when it is removed from the analyzer.
2.
Disconnect J401, J402, and J403 connectors from the actuator

button mounted on the front of the casting. Refer to Figure 5-1,
page 53.
3.
Make sure that the instrument is level. Refer to the level bubble,
Figure 10-18, page 1013, located on the balance assembly. If
necessary, adjust the feet on the base of the analyzer until the
level bubble shows that the analyzer is level.
Do not adjust the height of the internal adjustments for the balance
assembly. The following steps should only be used if the factory
settings have changed or have been altered.
4.
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Adjust the balance height.

A.
Place a crucible in the carousel opening located over the

pedestal.
B.
Set the carousel height to the Turn Position.
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C.
1)
From the Diagnostic menu, click Solenoid/Switches. The

Solenoid/Switches dialog box will display.
2)
Deselect the weigh position solenoid box.
To adjust the balance height, use the single screw located

near the rear-center of the balance and the two adjusting
screws located in front of the balance. Refer to Figure 10-18,
page 1013.
The balance should be adjusted so that the pedestal is between 1/16

inch (minimum) and 1/8 inch (maximum) from the bottom of the
crucible.
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Using the (2) adjusting screws, level the balance so that the level
bubble is indicating that the balance is centered.
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6.
7.
Position the pedestal.

A.
Loosen the screws securing the balance guide block. Refer to

B.
Move the balance guide block and the balance until the
pedestal is positioned in the center of the hole in the ceramic
shield in the lower furnace.
C.
Tighten the balance guide block screws. Refer to

Lock down the adjusting screws located in front of the balance.

A.
Tighten the jam nuts against the balance base.
B.
Tighten the lockdown screws against the balance adjusting

screws.
8.
Lock down the rear adjusting screw by tightening the rear jam
nut against the base of the instrument.
9.
Connect J302 first then J303 to the balance.
10. Reconnect the J401, J402, and J403 connectors on the actuator
button mounted on the front of the casting.
11. Reinstall the analyzer front panel.
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A.
Gently push back and snap into the side panels.
B.
C.

panel.
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Balance Test
The Balance Test checks the analytical performance and stability of the
balance within the instrument.
1.
Verify system settings as follows: Weight range must be between

-0.0009g and the maximum settings. Batch mode has been
deactivated.
2.
Create the Balance Test method. Refer to Creating or Editing a

Method, page 56, for additional information.
A.
From the Configuration menu, click Methods.
B.
Click the Add button.
C.
Enter Balance Test for the method name.
D.
Click OK. The new method will be added.
E.
Click the Properties button.
F.
Enter the following method general parameters:
G.
Crucible Type
Ceramic
Crucible Density
Cover Density
Sample Type
Sample Density
1.5
Click the Method Step Parameters tab.

Click the Add button.
H.
Select Moisture from the menu and click OK.
I.
Click the Add button then select Volatile from the menu and
click OK.
J.
Click the Add button and then select Ash from the menu.
Click OK.
K.
Enter the following parameters:

Column
Volatile
Ash
No
No
No
Start Temp
25
107
600
End Temp
107
950
700
Ramp Rate
40
18
Ramp Time
00:13
00:21
00:05
Hold Time
00:20
00:20
00:20
Total Time
00:33
00:41
00:25
Max Time
00:00
00:00
00:00
Atmosphere
Air
Air
Air
Flow Rate
High
High
Low
Window
Comparator
100.0000
100.0000
100.0000
At End of Step
At End of Step
At End of
Step
Final Weight
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Moisture
Covers
L.
Click the Method Equation Parameters tab.
M.
Click the Add button. The Add Method Result Calculation

N.
Select Moisture from the menu and click OK.

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O.
Click the Add button and then select Volatile from the menu
and click OK.
P.
Click the Add button the select Ash from the menu and click
OK.
Q.
Enter the following parameters:

Equation
Name
R.
Moisture
(([Initial Mass]-[Moisture Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Volatile
(([Initial Mass]-[Volatile Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Ash
(([Initial Mass]-[Ash Mass])/[Initial Mass])*100
Equation
Name
Result
Format
Result
Units
Description
Calibrate
Moisture
F4.2
No
Volatile
F4.2
No
Ash
F4.2
No
Click the OK button. The Balance Test method has been

created.
3.
Log in 19 samples. Refer to Logging In a Sample, page 526, for

4.
Analyze the samples. Refer to Analyzing a Sample, page 528, for

5.
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Equation Text
A.
Using forceps, load the empty crucibles into the carousel

inside the furnace. Refer to Figure 10-6, page 106.
B.
Using forceps to handle the one gram paper clip, prepare a

paper clip sample. Bend a one-gram paper clip so that one
leg is at a 90o angle from the rest of the paper clip in order
to easily move it in and out of the crucible.
C.
Load a paper clip sample by placing the paper clip into the
crucible at position 1.
D.
Press the Actuator button on the front panel. This will close
the furnace lid and the crucible will be weighed. The carousel
will then rotate to the next crucible and the furnace lid will
open.
E.
Once the furnace lid opens, remove the paper clip from the
crucible at position 1 and place it in the crucible at position
2. Press the Actuator button.
F.
Repeat step 4E, moving the paper clip one crucible at a time,
until crucibles at position 1 through position 18 have been
weighed. Do not place the paper clip in the crucible at
position 19.
G.
Remove the paper clip completely and then press the

Actuator button. The analysis will start automatically.
Review results after the analysis is complete. Highlight samples 1

through 18. The % RSD for each step (Moisture, Volatile, and
Ash) should be less than 0.02%.
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Carousel
The carousel was adjusted during the manufacturing process and
should not need re-adjusted unless the instrument was serviced.
Switch Position Adjustment

Weigh Position Switch
1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoids. The

Solenoids/Switches dialog box will display.
2.
Click to enable the Weigh Position solenoid.
3.
Loosen the weigh position switch and adjust the switch position to
illuminate the LED. Refer to Figure 10-14, page 1010.
4.
Tighten the weigh position switch.
5.
Click to disable the Weigh Position solenoid.
6.
Turn Position Switch
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1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoids. Deselect Weigh

Position by clicking the checkbox.
2.
Loosen the turn position switch and adjust the switch position to
illuminate the LED. Refer to Figure 10-20, page 1015.
3.
Tighten the turn position switch.
4.
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Lid Position Switch

The lid position switch is currently not used.
1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoids.
2.
Click to enable the Lid Position solenoid.
3.
Loosen the lid position switch and move it as high as possible in

the slot without extending the lid position switch beyond the
cylinder. Refer to Figure 10-20, page 1015.
4.
Tighten the lid position switch.
5.
Click to disable the Lid Position solenoid.
6.
Advance Carousel Switch

1.
2.
Click to enable the Rotate Carousel solenoid.
3.
Loosen the clamp on the carousel advance switch and move it

toward the actuator as far in as possible until the LED is
illuminated. Refer to Figure 10-20, page 1015.
4.
Tighten the clamp on the carousel advance switch.
5.
Carousel Return Switch

1.
2.
Click to disable the Rotate Carousel solenoid.
3.
Loosen the clamp on the carousel return switch and move it

toward the actuator as far in as possible until the LED is
illuminated. Refer to Figure 10-20, page 1015.
4.
Tighten the clamp on the carousel return switch.
5.
Installation
Carousel Installation
1.
Press the actuator button on the front of the instrument to open

the furnace. Refer to Figure 5-1, page 53.
2.
Place the spindle drive through the center hold in the bottom of
the lower oven and into the pneumatic actuator coupling. Do not
tighten the coupling at this time.
3.
Place the carousel on the spindle drive. Line up the slot on the
spindle drive with the slot on the carousel.
Adjustments
Spindle Drive and Indexer
1.
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Loosen the 4 screws on the base of the indexer. Refer to

Figure 10-13, page 1010, and Figure 10-25, page 1020.
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2.
3.
Move the indexer until it is in the center of the oven. The actuator
cylinder should move the spindle up and down without rubbing on
the lower furnace.
A.
From the Diagnostics menu, select Solenoids.
B.
To move the spindle up and down, toggle the Weigh Position

solenoid on and off.
Tighten the 4 screws on the base of the indexer.
Home Position
1.
Remove the front panel. Refer to Figure 10-28, page 1023.

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this procedure.
A.
B.

panel.
C.
Carefully insert a flat tip screwdriver in between the front

panel and the right side panel and twist. This will allow a gap
to form.

Use extreme caution when inserting the screwdriver
between the front panel and the right side panel. Damage to
the instrument panels may occur.
D.
2.
Loosen the 2 upper clamp coupler screws on the indexer. Refer to

3.
4.
Find the home position of the pneumatic actuator and the

indexer. Refer to Figure 10-14, page 1010. Press Home or F9.
The actuator should rotate until the home position switch
indicator turns red.
5.
Locate the home position on the carousel. This position is

indicated by the small hole beside it. Position the carousel so that
the home position is centered directly over the pedestal hole near
the front of the furnace.
6.
Place the actuator in the Weigh position by clicking the Weigh

Position solenoid to enable it.
7.
Tighten the two upper screws on the actuator coupler. This will
secure the spindle drive to the actuator.
8.
Make sure that the coupler is tight against the home dial and that
the lower two screws on the coupler are tight.
9.
10. Reinstall the front panel.
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Speed Adjustments
Transition Speed
The carousel transition speed adjustments vary the up and down
speed. They do not vary the rotational speed.
1.
2.
3.
Adjust the carousel transition speed from the weigh position to

the turn position using the adjuster located at the top of the
indexer cylinder. The carousel should rise relatively slowly and
smoothly.
A.
B.
Move the carousel from the weigh position to the turn

position.
1)
2)
Adjust the carousel transition speed from the turn position to the
weigh position using the adjuster located at the middle of the
indexer cylinder. Refer to Figure 10-20, page 1015. The carousel
should rise relatively slowly and smoothly.
A.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoids. The

Solenoids/Switches dialog box will display.
B.
Move the carousel from the turn position to the weigh

position.
1)
2)
Rotate Speed
1.
2.
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Set the carousel to rotate continuously.

A.
B.
From the Life Test menu, select Rotate Carousel.
C.
Click the Start Life Test button.
Adjust the carousel rotate speed using the right and left
pneumatic adjusters. Refer to Figure 10-20, page 1015.
A.
The left pneumatic adjuster cushions the cylinder return.
B.
The right pneumatic adjuster adjusts the speed of the

carousel advance.
3.
Lock the adjuster screws by tightening the jam nut against the
pneumatic adjuster housing.
4.
Stop the carousel rotation by clicking the Stop Life Test button.
5.
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Furnace
In contrast to earlier generations of thermogravimetric analyzers,
which measure and control the furnace wall temperature, the LECO
TGA701 is factory calibrated to provide accurate crucible
temperatures. Calibration is performed at LECO prior to shipment;
therefore, calibration is not required during installation or as a matter
of general instrument maintenance. Field recalibration of the LECO
TGA701 is required rarely only as a result of furnace replacement. In
such cases, calibration should be performed only by trained personnel
using specific equipment and calibration procedures. Contact LECO
Service for further questions regarding furnace temperature
calibration.
Cover Speed Adjustment

The cover speed adjustments were made during the manufacturing
process and should not need re-adjustment unless the instrument was
serviced.
Close to Open Adjustment
1.
2.
Open the furnace cover.
3.
A.
Click to enable Furnace Cover Lift.
B.
Click to enable Furnace Cover Height.
Close the furnace cover.

A.
Click to disable Furnace Cover Height.
B.
Click to disable Furnace Cover Lift.
4.
Observe the movement of the furnace cover. It should not clunk

or jar.
5.
Adjust the speed control on the manifold solenoid SV9 by turning

the knurled knob on the side of the solenoid valve using a
screwdriver until moving smoothly. Refer to Figure 10-19, page
1014.
Open to Half-Open Adjustment
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1.
2.
Half open the furnace cover. Click to enable the Furnace Cover
Lift solenoid.
3.
Open the furnace cover. Click to enable the Furnace Cover Height
solenoid.
4.
Toggle between the half-open and the open position by enabling

and disabling the Furnace Cover Height solenoid.
5.
Observe the movement of the furnace cover. It should not

shudder or shake.
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6.
Adjust the speed control on the manifold solenoid SV10 turning

the knurled knob on the side of the solenoid valve until smooth
movement is achieved. No adjustment tools are necessary. Refer
to Figure 10-19, page 1014.
Half-Open to Closed Adjustment

1.
2.
Half open the furnace cover. Click to enable the Furnace Cover
Lift solenoid.
3.
Close the furnace cover. Click to disable the Furnace Cover Lift
solenoid.
4.
Toggle between the half-open and the closed position by enabling

and disabling the Furnace Cover Lift solenoid.
5.
Observe the movement of the furnace cover. It should not

shudder or clunk.
6.
Adjust the speed control on the manifold solenoid SV8 by turning

the knurled knob on the side of the solenoid valve using a
screwdriver until smooth movement is achieved. Refer to
Seal Adjustment
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this procedure.

performing this procedure. Serious burns could result if the
furnace is handled before it has cooled to a safe
temperature.
1.
2.
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Place the furnace cover in the open position as follows:

A.
B.
On the System tab, click the arrow for Furnace Cover

Position and select Full Open.
Remove the top casting.

A.
Click the Cover button or press the F7 key. The furnace

cover will open.
B.
Turn the 3 screw locks on the back of the top casting

counter-clockwise. Refer to Figure 10-11, page 109.
C.
Remove the three top cover casting screws
D.
Remove the two screws on the inside rear of the top casting.
E.
Loosen the three screws on the front of the top casting.
F.
Slide the top casting forward to remove.
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4.
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Remove the lower oven work surface.

A.
Remove the five button-head Allen screws.
B.
Remove the two pullout pins from the cylinder shaft on

either side of the instrument.
C.
Lift the upper oven and remove the oven work surface from
the instrument.
D.
Reinstall the two pullout pins to the upper furnace plate and
cylinder shaft on each side of the instrument.
Remove the lower oven shroud.

A.
Remove the two inside screws and washers from the lower
oven shroud.
B.
Remove the two front screws and washers from the lower
oven shroud.
C.
Slide the lower oven shroud forward to remove.
D.
Disconnect J401, J402, and J403 connectors.
Remove the balance.

A.
Disconnect connectors J303 and J302 from the balance.
B.
Remove carousel and pedestal from the oven.
C.
Adjust the center pedestal shield by pulling it up out of the

lower o-ring and into the upper o-ring. This should hold the
center pedestal cover in place.
D.
Loosen the two lock-down screws on the front of the

balance. Refer to Figure 10-18, page 1013.
E.
Lift the balance slightly and carefully pull forward to remove

from the instrument.
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Adjust the lower furnace height to minimize the gap around the
entire circumference between the upper and lower furnace.
A.
Raise the furnace cover by pressing the actuator button on

the front of the instrument. Refer to Figure 5-1, page 53.
B.
Loosen the four screws securing the lower furnace jacket to

the mounting standoffs.
C.
Position the two holes located in the front and center of the
lower furnace so they are centered over the corresponding
holes in the oven dividers. The front hole is for the pedestal
and the center hole is for the spindle drive.
D.
Lower the furnace cover. Click the Cover button or press the
F7 key to lower the furnace cover.
E.
Loosen the four screws, two screws per hinge, securing the
hinge adjusting plate to the rear frame.
F.
Adjust the three screws on the bottom of the oven divider to

raise the lower furnace. Make certain that the upper furnace
is resting only on the lower furnace.
1)
The actuator switches in the front of the instrument

must not be bottomed out (the shaft fully depressed)
when the furnace is closed. Refer to Figure 10-12, page
109.
2)
The actuator switches must be activated when closed

and deactivated when open.
3)
The rear hinge plates must not be bottomed out or

resting on the rear supports bolts. Refer to Figure
10-11, page 109.
4)
The cylinder pivot blocks should not be touching the

underside on the divider plate that they pivot on.
G.
Tighten the four screws, two per hinge, securing the hinge
adjusting plate to the rear frame.
H.
Raise the furnace cover.
I.
Tighten the four screws securing the lower furnace jacket to

the mounting standoffs.
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8.
9.
Reinstall the balance.

A.
Carefully insert the balance into the instrument.
B.
Tighten the two locking screws on the front of the balance.

C.
Adjust the center pedestal cover by pulling it down out of the

upper o-ring and into the lower o-ring.
D.
Reinstall the carousel and pedestal into the oven.
E.
Snap connector J302 back into the balance then snap

connector J303 back into the balance.
Reinstall the lower oven shroud.

A.
Reconnect J401, J402, and J403.
B.
Slide the lower oven shroud forward and snap into place.
C.
Reinstall the two front screws and washers holding the lower
oven shroud.
D.
Reinstall the two inside screws and washers holding the

lower oven shroud.
Reinstall the lower oven work surface.

A.
Remove the two pullout pins from the upper furnace plate
and cylinder shaft on each side of the instrument.
B.
Slide the oven work surface into the instrument.
C.
Reinsert the 2 pullout pins into the cylinders on either side of

the instrument.
D.
Reinstall the five button-head Allen screws.
10. Open the over-temp circuit and confirm that an over temp
condition is observed in Diagnostics.
11. Close the over-temp circuit.
12. Place the furnace cover in the open position as follows:
A.
B.

13. Reinstall the top casting.
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A.
Slide the top casting forward into the instrument.
B.
Reinstall the two screws on the inside rear of the top casting.
C.
Tighten the three screws on the front of the top casting.
D.
Turn the three screw locks on the back of the top casting
clockwise to lock. Refer to Figure 10-11, page 109.
E.

cover will close.
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Over Temperature Switch Reset

Use the Over Temperature Switch Reset procedure when an error
occurs resulting in the over temperature fault condition warning to be
displayed.
1.
2.
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Place the furnace cover in the open position as follows:

A.
B.

Remove the furnace cover.

A.

cover will open.
B.
Remove the 2 screws on the inside rear of the furnace cover.

C.
Loosen the 3 screws on the front of the furnace cover. Refer

to Figure 10-9, page 107.
D.
Turn the 3 screw locks on the back of the furnace cover

counter-clockwise to unlock. Refer to Figure 10-11, page
109.
E.
Slide the furnace cover forward until the furnace cover tabs
are out from under the upper oven mounting place lockdown
brackets. The furnace cover can now be removed by lifting it
upwards. Refer to Figure 10-16, page 1012.
3.
Press the reset button on the top of the over temperature switch.
4.
Reinstall the furnace cover.

A.
With the furnace in the full-open position, place the furnace

cover on the upper oven mounting place and slide the
furnace cover towards the back of the unit until the furnace
cover tabs are under the lockdown brackets. Refer to
B.
Reinstall the 3 furnace cover screws.
C.
Reinstall the 2 screws on the inside rear of the furnace cover

to secure the furnace cover to the upper oven mounting
plate. Refer to Figure 10-9, page 107.
D.
Tighten the three screws on the front of the furnace cover.

E.
Turn the 3 screw locks on the back of the furnace cover

clockwise to lock. Refer to Figure 10-11, page 109.
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Thermocouple
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this procedure.

temperature.
Adjustment
Element Temperature
1.
Loosen the clamp to the rear thermocouple.
2.
Position the thermocouple so that it is as straight as possible.
3.
A.
The distance from the inside bottom of the furnace to the

top of the thermocouple is 1.5 inches.
B.
The distance between the wall of the furnace and the

thermocouple ceramic is 0.125 inches.
Tighten the clamp to the rear thermocouple.
Furnace Temperature Thermocouple
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1.
Loosen the clamp to the central thermocouple.
2.
Position the thermocouple so that it is as straight as possible..

The distance from the inside-bottom of the furnace to the top of
the thermocouple is 0.5 inches.
3.
Tighten the clamp to the central thermocouple.
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Replacement
The thermocouple replacement procedure should be used to replace
the furnace thermocouples in the event of a failure.

temperature.
1.
Turn the analyzer off using the On/Off switch and disconnect from
facility power.
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voltage can be lethal. Before servicing this equipment,
disconnect it from the electrical power source.
2.
Remove the front panel.

A.
B.

panel.
C.
Carefully insert a flat tip screwdriver in between the front

panel and the right side panel and twist. This will allow a gap
to form.
D.

Use extreme caution when inserting the screwdriver
between the front panel and the right side panel. Damage to
the instrument panels may occur.
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3.
Remove the analyzer right and left side panels by sliding them
forward.
4.
Remove the four screws securing the electronics module to the

rear panel.
5.
Move the electronics module out far enough to expose connectors

J394D and J394F.
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6.
Disconnect the thermocouple lead wires from the J394 connector.

(The J394 connector depends on which thermocouple is
replaced.)
J394F is the furnace temperature thermocouple.
J394D is the element temperature thermocouple.
7.
Remove the screw securing the clamp holding the thermocouple.
8.
Install a new thermocouple into the thermocouple clamp and

tighten the clamp. Make sure the thermocouple is positioned
correctly. Refer to Figure 10-8, page 107.
9.
Connect the thermocouple lead wires to the appropriate J394

connector. The J394 connector depends on which thermocouple is
replaced.
J394F is the furnace temperature thermocouple.
J394D is the element temperature thermocouple.
10. Reposition the electronics module against the rear panel and
secure it to the rear panel using the four screws removed in
step 4.
11. Reinstall the front panel.
A.
Gently push back and snap into the side panels.
B.
C.

panel.
12. Plug the analyzer into facility power.

13. Turn the analyzer on using the On/Off switch.
14. Refer to Hardware Calibration, page 93, for subsequent
hardware calibration through the software.
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Smartline
Smartline provides an on-line support connection between your
instrument and LECO's Technical Service department. This section
contains detailed instructions for the installation of Smartline to an
existing computer system and the necessary steps required to install
the software and external modem. For part number and ordering
information, refer to Options, page 125.
Modem Installation
1.
Turn the analyzer and computer off.
2.
Unpack the Smartline package.
3.
Using the modem cable, connect the modem to COM2 Port on the
rear of the computer.
4.
Connect the power cube, supplied with the modem, to the power
input jack on the modem.
5.
Connect the modem to the same outlet as the computer.
6.
Turn the modem, computer, and analyzer on.
7.
Install the modem driver. Manual installation from the Modem

Installation CD-ROM.
A.
952
From the desktop, click the My Computer icon. The My

Computer window will display.
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B.
Click Control Panel. The Control Panel window will display.
C.
Click Add/Remove Hardware icon.
D.
Click Next. The Choose a Hardware Task window will display.
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E.
Verify Add/Troubleshoot a Device is checked then click Next.

Windows will search for new Plug and Play hardware. When
the new modem is found, follow the instructions as
displayed.
F.
When the system has successfully completed the

Add/Remove Hardware Wizard, click Finish.
G.
From the desktop, right-click the My Computer icon. My

Computer menu is displayed
H.
Click Manage. The Computer Management window will

display.
I.
Under System Tools, click Device Manager. Notice on the

right side of the window that a list will display.
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J.
Click Modems and then click Drivers.
K.
Insert the Modem Installation CD-ROM in the CD-ROM disk

drive (typically D:).
L.
Click Update Drivers. When the Welcome screen is displayed,

click Next.
M.
Continue to click Next until the modem driver installation is

complete.
N.
Remove the Modem Installation CD-ROM.
8.
Turn the computer off then back on again to reboot the system to
activate the modem software.
9.
Install the NetOp software following instructions below.
NetOp Software Installation

After the modem has been installed, the NetOp software must be
installed.
Service
1.
Insert the NetOp Installation CD-ROM in the CD-ROM disk drive

(typically D:). The Installation program should start
automatically.
2.
The first screen displayed is the Language Selection screen.

Select the appropriate language then click Install NetOp.
3.
Select Windows then click Yes to accept the license agreement.
4.
Click Install. The Registration dialog box will display. Enter the
HOST registration numbers. The HOST registration number can
be found on the back of the NetOp Installation CD-ROM case or
on the NetOp Installation package.
5.
Click Next. The program will automatically choose the best

location (folder) in which to install the program.
6.
Click Next. The files will be copied into this location.
7.
Click OK when finished.
8.
Create a shortcut icon following instructions below.
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Create a Shortcut
A shortcut should be created on the computer desktop for easy access
to LECO.
956
1.
Close or minimize all open programs.
2.
Right-click on the desktop. A menu will display.
3.
Click New. A second menu will display.
4.
Click Shortcut. The Create Shortcut wizard will display.
5.
Enter the location of the program. If the location is not known,

the program can be located using the Browse button.
A.
Click Browse. The Browse For Folder dialog box will display.
B.
Locate and select the program.
C.
Click OK.
6.
Once the program location has been entered, click Next. The
Select a Title for the Program dialog box will display.
7.
Enter the name of the shortcut as Connect to LECO.
8.
Click Finished when done. The shortcut is displayed on the

computer desktop.
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1.
Turn the computer on.
2.
Double-click the Connect to LECO icon on the computer desktop.

If the icon is not there, refer to Create a Shortcut, page 956, for
3.
In the left corner of the window, there is the Wait For Call play
arrow. Click on the Wait For Call play arrow. The status bar will
display Waiting For Guest To Reply.
4.
Contact LECO Service department to confirm Smartline is working

properly or wait for the LECO Service department to initiate
further testing.
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Troubleshooting
The analyzer is adjusted and set up in manufacturing. Although errors
may occur during operation, the operator can usually fix the problem
and the assistance of specialized service personal is not necessary. In
the Troubleshooting section, find typical problems along with a brief
description of how to solve them. Refer to the specific topic for
detailed instructions. If this does not resolve the problem, contact the
LECO Service department.

Repairs should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Troubleshooting Table
Area or Assembly
Balance
Symptom and Checks

Instability
Refer to Balance Instability, page 429.
Balance pedestal is touching the shield or the bottom of
the furnace
The pedestal is not centered; adjust the balance pedestal.
Refer to Installing Balance, Pedestal, and Carousel, page 28,
Balance - Poor
Repeatability
Furnace cover is open

Close the furnace cover before taking balance readings.
Too much vibration from external sources
Reduce vibration or select another location for the instrument.
Refer to Balance - Unstable Readings, below, for additional
information.
Excessive forced-air ventilation
Excessive forced-air ventilation can disturb balance readings.
Always ensure that the external exhaust meets specifications.
Balance Unstable
Readings
Improper orientation of the lances

Improper orientation of the lances can disturb balance
readings. Ensure that the lances are directed to cause airflow
in a counter-clockwise fashion inside the furnace.
Excessive vibration
Excessive room vibration or vibration caused by poorly
balanced blowers of fans can disturb balance readings.
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Area or Assembly
Symptom and Checks

Ambient temperature changes
The balance is strongly affected by ambient temperature
changes. As with all electronic balances, drift correction
algorithms are employed in the TGA701 software to minimize
this problem. In some cases, where the balance has been
stored at temperatures outside the normal operating range of
the instrument, it may take up to 24 hours for the balance to
fully stabilize.
Air leaks
Balance Unstable
Readings (cont.)
Air leaks in the balance assembly or around the pedestal can

cause unstable balance readings. All balance assemblies must
be leak-checked in Test prior to assembly in an instrument.
The pedestal shield must be secured in the o-ring seals when
mounted properly in the balance and under the furnace.
Crucibles vibration
Some crucibles may cause the balance pedestal to vibrate
excessively when the crucibles are placed or removed from the
pedestal. Discard crucibles that repeatedly cause problems due
to the fact that the bottom of the crucible is not parallel with
the ring that is used to hold it in the carousel.
Out of alignment with pedestal
Realign carousel position. Refer to Installing Balance, Pedestal,
and Carousel, page 28, for additional information.
Positioning errors
Carousel
Adjust the carousel as necessary. Refer to Carousel, page 9

Crucible touching carousel during weigh cycle
If the crucible is touching the carousel during the weigh cycle,
then the inside surface of the coupler is dirty. Clean the inside
of the coupler and the stem of the spindle with a degreaser.
Incorrect sample weight
Refer to Run a Cycle Test, page 963.
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Area or Assembly
Symptom and Checks

Software "loses" reference crucible and all the samples
are off by one
Crucibles,
Reference
The software will report any crucible location mismatches

during the initial crucible location check and, at this point,
crucibles can be added as necessary. Should the carousel fail
to index properly during analysis, a Carousel Home Position
Mismatch message will appear. When this happens, the
sample weights may be incorrect and the software will
resynchronize location numbers according to the home
position.
The analyzer is turned off
1. Turn the analyzer on using the On/Off switch.
2. Start the TGA701 software.
The USB card is not seated properly.
Computer Not
Communicating
with Instrument
1. Check the USB card.

2. Check the USB card connectors.
J518A = USB port connector.
J518B = Eclipse Net connector.
J518C = Power connector.
The USB driver is not installed or is improperly installed.
Refer to Check for USB Driver Installation, page 962.
Power supply problems
Electrical
Error Messages
To check the system bulk power supply output, measure the

bottom SMT pad of resistor R33 (+24V~) referenced to pin 40
of J516B (24V ground) on the pneumatic flow board (A2). This
system supply should measure +24V~ (1.5V~).
"Unsupported FPGA Version"
Contact LECO Service to check on the latest software upgrade.
Poor flow calibration, unreliable or insufficient airflow
Flow
960
Poor gas supplies and tubing may not provide sufficient flow to
maintain the input pressures required. Always make sure that
the customer uses high quality gas regulators and that the
tubing length and size does not restrict the gas flow, thereby
causing a pressure drop at the manifold inlet when high lance
flows are used.
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Area or Assembly
Symptom and Checks

The exhaust fan is not operating
Repair or replace exhaust fan.
The exhaust hose is too long or the bends are too sharp
1. Shorten the length of the hose or increase the hose
diameter.
Furnace Excessive Smoke
2. Reposition the hose to avoid sharp bends. Use the Exhaust

Kit for ventilation. Refer to Components and Accessories,
page 127, for part number and ordering information.
Leaks inside the furnace
Inspect the alignment and the seal between the upper and
lower furnaces. Realign or adjust as necessary.
Leaks around the pedestal shield
Inspect the o-ring seal with the balance assembly and the
lower furnace. Adjust as necessary.
Leaks inside the balance assembly
Inspect the balance assembly. Adjust or tighten as necessary.
Excessive forced-air ventilation
Excessive forced-air ventilation can corrupt the furnace
calibration. Always ensure that the external exhaust meets
specification.
Furnace
Calibration
Poor alignment
The furnace calibration can be corrupted by poor alignment of
the furnace. It is important to make sure that the upper and
lower halves of the furnace are aligned carefully so as to
minimize the entrainment of ambient air.
Air pressure is higher than 45 psi (3.1 bar)
Furnace
Cover or
Carousel
Speed Too
Fast
Adjust the pressure regulator at pneumatic supply.

Solenoid or actuator air restrictor needs adjustment
The solenoid or actuator air restrictor needs adjustment. Refer
to Cover Speed Adjustment, page 943, or Rotate Speed,
No power
Furnace
Service
The furnace lid interlock switch (safely relay) is defective or

not positioned correctly. Check furnace lid interlock switch or
re-adjust the furnace lid interlock switch position.
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Area or Assembly
Symptom and Checks

After logging in samples and clicking Analyze, some
samples are left out of the run or the batch is not
recognized and the samples have to be logged in again
Samples are grouped by furnace number and by batch
number. For all samples in same batch, the furnace number
and batch number must be the same. Once the furnace
number and batch number have been verified, an analysis can
be restarted as long as sample material has not been added to
the crucible.
Sample
Login
Software shutdown/log out during analysis

If you click the
to close the software or click Database and
then Exit during an analysis, the software will display a
message box asking you if you would like to close the
software. When you exit the software, the software will abort
the analysis and close. All data up to that point will be saved.
Software
Troubleshooting Procedures
Check for USB driver installation
962
1.
Turn the analyzer off using the On/Off switch and disconnect from
facility power.
2.
Click the right mouse button on the My Computer icon located on

the desktop.
A.
Click Properties, click Hardware, and then click Device

Manager.
B.
Turn the analyzer on using the On/Off switch. Refer to Figure

10-4, page 104.
C.
Point to Universal Serial Bus Controller. Select LECO USB

Interface and click the right mouse button. The file name
may also be LECO USB Eclipse Interface or LECO USB D12
Device.
D.
Click Properties, click Driver, and then click Update Driver.
E.
Click Next and select Search For Suitable Device Driver.
F.
Click Next and select Specify A Location.
G.
Click Next, browse to C:\Program Files\Common

Files\LECO\LECO D12.
H.
Click OK. The device driver LECO USB D12 Device will be
found.
I.
Click Next. The device driver will be installed.
J.
Click Finish after the device driver is installed.
K.
Click Close to exit the program and then click Close to exit
the device manager.
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Run a Cycle Test

The measured weight of the crucible is significantly lower when it rubs
against the carousel during measurement. Use the Cycle Test to
observe crucible placement and carousel rotation with the furnace
cover open.
Service
1.
From the Diagnostics menu, click Solenoids. The Solenoids and

Switches dialog box will display. Refer to Solenoids and Switches,
2.
Select Cycle Test from the menu.
3.
Click Start Life Test button.
4.
Adjust the height of the balance such that the crucibles clear the
balance pedestal by approximately 0.125 inches when the
carousel is in the Turn position. In some cases, crucible rubbing
may happen because the bottom of the crucible is not parallel
with the ring that is used to hold it in the carousel.
A.
Ensure that the pneumatic speed controls for raising and

lowering the carousel are adjusted such that the crucibles
are placed on and removed from the balance pedestal in a
slow, smooth manner. Refer to Speed Adjustments, page
B.
Jerky rotary movement of the carousel can cause the

crucibles to move toward one side of the openings in the
carousel. Ensure that the pneumatic speed controls on the
rotary indexing mechanism are adjusted such that the
carousel moves as smoothly and slowly as possible. Refer to
Speed Adjustments, page 942, for additional information.
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Use System Files to Diagnose Computer Problems

Compare the Autoexec.bat file and the Config.sys file.
This should only be done with the recommendation of the LECO
Service Department. Do not change any files unless specifically
instructed by the LECO Service Department.
Autoexec.bat File
1.
Exit the software to the DOS c:\prompt.
2.
The >type autoexec.bat and press the Enter key.
3.
The following should be displayed:

C:\DOS\SMARTDRV\EXE/X
@ECHO OFF
PROMP $p$g
PATH C:\DOS;C:\WINDOWS;C:\TGA701
SET TEMP=C:\DOS
1.
Exit the software to the DOS c:\prompt.
2.
The >type Config.sys and press the Enter key.
3.
The following should be displayed:

DEVICE=C:\DOS\SEVER
DEVICE=C:\DOS\HIMEM.SYS
DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.EXE X=D000-DFFF
DOS=HIGH
FILES=30
STACKS=9256
Config.sys
964
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Illustrations
The Illustration chapter assists with procedures, verifies information during

setup, and helps to identify part numbers.
Figure 10-1 Reference Card .............................................................102
Figure 10-2 Front View Balance Removed ..........................................103
Figure 10-3 Left Side Balance Removed ............................................103
Figure 10-4 AnalyzerRight Side View ..............................................104
Figure 10-5 Furnace Open with Carousel ...........................................105
Figure 10-6 Carousel Location ..........................................................106
Figure 10-7 Pedestal Location in Furnace ..........................................106
Figure 10-8 Furnace Thermocouple Installation ..................................107
Figure 10-9 Top Furnace CoverInternal View ...................................107
Figure 10-10 Instrument Rear View ..................................................108
Figure 10-11 Furnace CoverRear View ............................................109
Figure 10-12 Internal View ..............................................................109
Figure 10-13 Internal View AIndexer .............................................1010
Figure 10-14 IndexerRear View .....................................................1010
Figure 10-15 IndexerInternal View ................................................1011
Figure 10-16 Over Temperature SwitchLocation ..............................1012
Figure 10-17 Over Temperature SwitchReset Button ........................1012
Figure 10-18 Balance Assembly .......................................................1013
Figure 10-19 Flow Manifold Assembly ...............................................1014
Figure 10-20 IndexerFront View ....................................................1015
Figure 10-21 External Blower Motor ..................................................1016
Figure 10-22 Lift Cover Cylinder (Part Number 621-060) .....................1017
Figure 10-23 Flow Manifold Assembly (Part Number 621-176) .............1018
Figure 10-24 AC Power Distribution Panel (Part Number 621-025)........1019
Figure 10-25 Indexer/Lifter Assembly (Part Number 621-196) .............1020
Figure 10-26 Distribution Assembly (Part Number 621-344) ................1021
Figure 10-27 Top Level Base Assembly .............................................1022
Figure 10-28 Lower Divider Plate Assembly .......................................1023
Figure 10-29 Gas Panel Assembly (Part Number 621-123) ..................1024
Figure 10-30 Upper Top Level Assembly ............................................1025
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Delivering the Right Results
TGA701
Consumables & Spare Parts Reference Cards
Note: Part numbers and standards values may change. Consult LECO for the latest information.
609-990
DRIVE
SPINDLE
609-989
WEDGE
783-262
CLAMP ASSY.
621-015
BALANCE
PEDESTAL
782-369
SCREWLOCK KIT
621-059
CONE
PEDESTAL
SHIELD
621-175
LOWER
OVEN
621-167
SEAL
(2 REQ'D)
621-068
FOAM
PAD
621-018
VALVE
(2 REQ'D)
773-661
BARB FTG.
(5 REQ'D)
621-270
BLOWER
621-010-101
BLOWER
BRACKET
781-677
SQUARE
MOUNT
(4REQ'D)
621-022
PEDESTAL
SHIELD
621-374
PEDESTAL
SHIELD LOWER
602-802
O-RING
621-155
INSULATION
621-193
SWITCH
(2 REQ'D)
750-584
CONNECTOR
621-023
LANCE
TUBE
(2 REQ'D)
621-010-109
BLOWER
DUCT
621-033
COUPLING
CLAMP
614-288
VALVE
(3 REQ'D)
621-001-110
4 PLACE
BALANCE
621-035
LID SWITCH
(2 REQ'D)
621-139
BALANCE
BRACKET
621-104
SWITCH
BUTTON
621-160
TEMP.
SWITCH
621-194-110
AIR
CYCLINDER
621-001-110
4 PLACE
BALANCE
ASSY.
621-182
UPPER OVEN
INSULATION
621-183
THERMOCOUPLE
621-184
THERMOCOUPLE
621-231
BALANCE
GUIDE BLOCK
621-060
COVER LIFT
CYLINDER
(2 REQ'D)
621-174
UPPER
FURNACE
621-098
FILTER
621-106
FAN
621-163
WASHER
ADJUSTMENT
(2 REQ'D)
621-170
LEVELING
PAD (2 REQ'D)
604-552
SPACER
780-970
LEVELER-FOOT
(2 REQ'D)
621-366
INDEXER/
LIFTER
614-442-110
CRUCIBLE
TURNTABLE KIT
621-127
CLEVIS PIN
(2 REQ'D)
Form No. 203-104-044 Rev. 6
621-123
FILTER
ASSY.
502-335
CRUCIBLE LINER
500/pkg.
LECO is a registered trademark of LECO Corporation
621-331
LARGE CERAMIC
CRUCIBLE
5/pkg.
529-048
LARGE CERAMIC
COVER
5/pkg.
6/6/11
Figure 10-2
Front View Balance Removed
Figure 10-3
Left Side Balance Removed
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Figure 10-4
AnalyzerRight Side View
104
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Figure 10-5
Furnace Open with Carousel
Illustrations
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Figure 10-6
Carousel Location
Figure 10-7
Pedestal Location in Furnace
106
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Figure 10-8
Furnace Thermocouple Installation
Figure 10-9
Top Furnace CoverInternal View
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Filter (part number 621-098)
Oxygen - 35psi
Nitrogen - 35psi
Air - 45psi
Power Cord
Ethernet Connection
Fan Connection
Figure 10-10
Instrument Rear View
108
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Figure 10-11
Furnace CoverRear View
Figure 10-12
Internal View
Illustrations
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Figure 10-13
Internal View AIndexer
Figure 10-14
IndexerRear View
1010
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Figure 10-15
IndexerInternal View
Illustrations
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Figure 10-16
Over Temperature SwitchLocation
Figure 10-17
Over Temperature SwitchReset Button
1012
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Figure 10-18
Balance Assembly
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TGA-701 PNEUMATIC/FLOW MANIFOLD
PRESSURE SWITCH
NITROGEN
(618-122)
PRESSURE REGULATOR
(Regulator is on underside of
manifold and is not visible
from this view)
(621-034)
PRESSURE SWITCH
OXYGEN
(618-122)
03/24/2003
REV 5
AIR INLET
FITTING
(618-657)
FURNACE COVER HEIGHT

SOLONOID
(620-625-101)
CRUCIBLE LID ACTUATOR
SOLONOID'S
(620-625-101)
FURNACE LANCE PORT

FITTING
(612-192)
SW9
SW8
SV10
OXYGEN INLET
FITTING
(612-192)
NITROGEN INLET
FITTING
(618-657)
PRESSURE
TRANSDUCER
(621-036)
MANIFOLD BLOCK
(621-040)
NC
NC
NC
SV0
SV1
SV2
NC
SV3
NC
SV4
NC
NO
SV5
NC
NO
SV6
SV11
NC
NC
SV7
SV12
PRESSURE SWITCH
AIR
(618-122)
NO
SW7
NO
SV8
SV9
PROPORTIONAL VALVE
(618-758-010)
OXYGEN SUPPLY
SOLONOID
(616-567-106)
FURNACE COVER LIFT

SOLONOID'S
(620-625-101)
NITROGEN SUPPLY
SOLONOID
(616-567-106)
ROTATE CAROUSEL
SOLONOID'S
(616-567-108)
AIR SUPPLY
SOLONOID
(616-567-106)
LID POSITION
SOLONOID
(616-567-108)
WEIGH POSITION
SOLONOID'S
(616-567-108)
Figure 10-19
Flow Manifold Assembly
1014
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Figure 10-20
IndexerFront View
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Figure 10-21
External Blower Motor
1016
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Figure 10-22
Lift Cover Cylinder (Part Number 621-060)
Illustrations
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Figure 10-23
Flow Manifold Assembly (Part Number 621-176)
1018
TGA701
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Figure 10-24
AC Power Distribution Panel (Part Number 621-025)
Illustrations
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Figure 10-25
Indexer/Lifter Assembly (Part Number 621-196)
1020
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Figure 10-26
Distribution Assembly (Part Number 621-344)
Illustrations
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1021
Figure 10-27
Top Level Base Assembly
1022
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Figure 10-28
Lower Divider Plate Assembly
Illustrations
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Figure 10-29
Gas Panel Assembly (Part Number 621-123)
1024
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Illustrations
Figure 10-30
Upper Top Level Assembly
Illustrations
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1026
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Schematics
The Schematics chapter provides information on the circuit boards and

wiring.
This section only includes pages of the schematic drawing that are
applicable for service of the instrument.
Figure 11-1 Power Entry and Distribution ..........................................113
Figure 11-2 Manifold/Flow Interface Board ........................................114
Figure 11-3 Switch Inputs ...............................................................115
Figure 11-4 Furnace Control ............................................................116
Figure 11-5 Four Place Balance ........................................................117
Figure 11-6 External Blower ............................................................118
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This Page Intentionally Left Blank.
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Glossary
(+/-)%: In the spreadsheet, the (+/)% column indicates the uncertainty

value for a step based on the standard
entered in the Standards table.
(% Error): In the spreadsheet, the (%
Error) column displays the relative
percent error based on the certified
standard value for a step.
(Certified %): In the spreadsheet, the
(Certified %) column displays the
certified value for a particular step
based on the value calculated entered in
the Standards table.
A
Ambient Temperature: The ambient
temperature inside the instrument as
measured by a temperature transducer.
This value is in degrees centigrade.
Analysis Date: The date and time the
analysis was completed.
Analysis Time: The length of the
analysis in seconds.
ASCII: A code used to represent text
making it possible to transfer data from
one computer to another. ASCII uses 7
bits for each character, which means
that it is more useful for English or
Western European languages.
B
Batch: In the spreadsheet, the Batch
column displays the batch number
assigned to the sample in the Sample
login dialog box.
Baud Rate: The data transmission
speed between the computer and
balance.
Glossary
C
Calculated: Displays the determined
concentration of the standard as
calculated by the instrument using the
measured areas and current calibration
coefficients.
Calibration: A comparison of a
measurement standard or instrument
with another standard or instrument to
report or eliminate, by adjustment, any
variation or deviation in the accuracy of
the item being compared. (Taylor, John
K. "Standard Reference Materials
Handbook for SRM Users." NIST Special
Publication, 260-100, 1993.)
Certified: The accepted concentrations
of a reference standard, in units of % by
weight or parts per million by weight.
Checksum: A four digit number unique
to the application software and used to
verify proper installation. This number
will vary between electronic assemblies
but is constant between instruments for
a given electronic assembly. This
number changes with each software
update.
Class: A two-digit listing of all different
groups of circuit boards that are signed
on to the network. Each group will have
a distinct class assigned.
Comments: In the spreadsheet, the
Comments column displays information
entered in the Sample login dialog box
by the analyst about the sample or
analysis.
Constancy: In the spreadsheet, the
Constancy column displays True or False
to indicate whether or not the constancy
meets the user defined value for a step.
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Covers: In the Method Step

Parameters, Covers specifies whether or
not the sample requires a cover. Covers
are required for volatiles.
Crucible Mass: In the spreadsheet,
the Crucible Mass column displays the
weight of the crucible.
Crucible Temperature: The calculated
crucible temperature as determined by
the element temperature and the
calibrated furnace parameter table.
D
Data Bits: The number of transmitted
data bits per byte.
Date: In the calibration spreadsheet,
Date displays the date and time of the
calibration.
Description: In the spreadsheet, the
Description column displays information
entered in the Sample login dialog box
by the analyst about the type of
operation or procedure.
Device: A list of the various electronic
assemblies in the instrument that are
connected to the network and
monitored by the program.
Download: From the Diagnostics
Network tab, Download is used to
update the application firmware of a
specific device.
E
Element Temperature: The
temperature of the heating element.
During an analysis, the element
temperature is used to calculate and
control the crucible temperature.
End Temperature: In the Method Step
Parameters, End Temperature specifies
the ending temperature for the current
method step in C.
Error%: In the calibration
spreadsheet, Error% displays the
calculated error for the new calibration:
Error% = 100*([calculatedcertified]/certified).
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Equation Name: In the Method

Equation Parameters, the equation
name allows the operator and the
software to reference a particular
method result calculation in other
software operations and printouts. Each
equation name must be unique to avoid
ambiguity in calculations or other
software references.
F
FPGA: From the Diagnostics Network
tab, FPGA displays the version number
of the FPGA hardware on the device.
Furnace: In the spreadsheet, the
Furnace column displays the number of
the furnace used for analysis if a dual
furnace configuration is being utilized.
Furnace Control: The current furnace
control power setting. Range: 0 (off) to
100% (full power).
Furnace Temperature: The
temperature of the furnace cavity.
During an analysis, the furnace
temperature is used only as a
redundant sensor to monitor for overtemperature conditions.
H
Home Position: The carousel is in the
home position when the reference
crucible is positioned over the balance
pedestal.
I
Initial Mass: In the spreadsheet, the
Initial Mass column displays the initial
sample weight.
Instance: A unique number assigned
to an electronic assembly that shows
how many variations of each electronic
assembly are present in the instrument.
L
Lid Mass: In the spreadsheet, the Lid
Mass column displays the weight of the
crucible lid.
Glossary
Location: In the spreadsheet, the

Location column displays the position of
the crucible in the carousel.
M
MAC- ID: The network ID number
assigned to the electronic assembly
connected to the network. This number
is assigned at power up and can vary.
Mass: In the calibration spreadsheet,
Mass displays the mass value of the
standard.
Method: In the spreadsheet, the
Method column displays the method
used for the analysis.
O
Operator: In the spreadsheet, the
Operator column displays the name of
the person who performed the analysis.
This information is entered by the
analyst in the Sample login dialog box.
Orphan: The database keeps track of
data objects such as samples,
calibrations, standards, methods, etc.
that are associated with each other.
Orphan database objects are created
when the connection between data
objects is broken or corrupted.
Moisture: In the spreadsheet, the

Moisture column displays the calculated
value for the moisture step. The
equation for this calculation is defined in
Method Equations Examples, page
513.
N
Name: In the spreadsheet, the Name
column displays the name assigned for
the sample in the Sample login dialog
box.
Network Power: From the Diagnostics
Network tab, Network power can be
unchecked, to disable the power to the
network. This only disables the power
that is going to the electronic assembly
and does not disable the AC voltages
inside the instrument. The power to the
network can be turned off to briefly
troubleshoot a circuit board or a section
of the instrument. For longer or more
major troubleshooting, it is
recommended that the instrument be
powered off.
NI Version: The version number of the
software currently being used. This
number may vary between circuit
boards, but is constant between
instruments for a given circuit board.
Parity: The quality of being odd or

even. Parity is used to ensure the
validity of the data.
Poll Devices: Determines which
electronic assemblies are signed on to
the network.
Port: The serial port of the computer
used to connect and communicate with
the balance.
Prev Error%: In the calibration
spreadsheet, Prev Error% displays the
error% for the previous calibration.
R
Readability: The smallest increment of
weight displayed. Determines the
number of digits that will display from
the balance results.
Recalculated Date: The date when an
analysis is recalculated. Until an
analysis is recalculated, this column will
display the same data as the Analysis
Date column.
Reference Crucible: An empty
crucible that is placed in the Home or
zero position before analyzing a sample
to correct balance drift.
RMS Error: A method of quantifying
the spread of data. RMS error is used to
determine which calibration curve has a
better fit. A lower RMS error has a
better fit.
RSD: Relative Standard Deviation
Glossary
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Send Command: The command sent

from the instrument that will allow the
balance results to be sent and
automatically entered into the
spreadsheet for the sample.
Serial Number: The hardware ID
number assigned to the electronic
assembly. This number is assigned
during manufacturing and is unique to
each electronic assembly. The serial
number is stored on the circuit board in
a PROM.
Significant Digits: The digits required
to represent the accuracy of an
approximate number beginning with the
leftmost non zero digit and ending with
the rightmost non zero digit (or a zero
considered to be the exact value). For
example 0.132 has three significant
digits and 3.142 has four significant
digits.
Standards: Determination of analyte
concentration by several laboratories
utilizing more than one technique when
applicable.
Start Temperature: In the Method
Step Parameters, Start Temperature
specifies the starting temperature for
the current step in C.
Stop Bits: The number of data bits
that are used to signal the end of
transmitted data.
System Flow: The flow rate, in lpm, of
the incoming furnace gas.
T
Temperature: In the spreadsheet, the
Temperature column displays the
crucible temperature for a particular
step at the end of the analysis.
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Uncertainty: The range of values

within which the true value is estimated
to be. It is the best estimate of the
possible inaccuracy due to both random
and systematic error. (Taylor, John
Keenan. Statistical Techniques for Data
Analysis. Lewis Publishers, Inc.:
Chelsea, Michigan. 1990)
Unicode: A code used to represent
text making it possible to transfer data
from one computer to another. Unicode
uses 16 bits for each character, which
means that it can represent more
unique characters; therefore, Unicode is
more useful for languages such as
Chinese, Greek, and Japanese.
V
Version: The number of the application
firmware located on the electronic
assembly. This number can vary
between electronic assemblies but is
constant between instruments for a
given electronic assembly.
Volatize: Change from solid or liquid
to gas at relatively low temperatures
and pressures.
W
Weighting: Displays a factor manually
entered by the user to weight a
particular calibration point. When one
calibration point is assigned a higher
value than other calibration points, that
point is considered more important and
is therefore favored by the calibration
curve.
X
XML: A cross-platform tool used to
structure, store, and to send
information in a simple text format.
Using Mass as an example, data is
transmitted as <Mass>1.000<Mass>.
Glossary
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Index
A
Accessories, and Components .................................................. 127
Actuator Button ....................................................................... 53
Ambient Monitor ...................................................................... 82
Analysis, Overview ................................................................... 54
Analyze a Sample ................................................................... 528
Analyze a Standard ................................................................ 516
Atmosphere ........................................................................... 510
Audible Sounds ...................................................................... 432
Alarm ................................................................... 425, 432
Auto Assign Crucible Location .................................................. 425
Auto Find Crucible Location ..................................................... 425
Automatically Transmit Analysis ............................................... 442
B
Backup Data .......................................................................... 548
Balance
Adjustment ...................................................................... 934
External, Optional - Refer to External Balance
Instability......................................................................... 429
Installation ......................................................................... 28
Internal Balance Tab.......................................................... 427
Poor Repeatability ............................................................. 958
Resolution See Specifications ........................................... 129
Test ................................................................................. 937
Unstable Readings ............................................................. 958
View Balance See View Menu ............................................. 48
Barometric Pressure ............................................................... 425
Batch Number, Change ........................................................... 414
Blower, External....................................................................... 32
Blower Maintenance............................................................. 34
Blower Filter Maintenance .................................................... 34
Buffers
Export Buffers................................................................... 545
Index
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Export Buffers Format ........................................................ 410
C
Calibration ............................................................................ 518
Add Standard ................................................................... 525
Edit Calibration ................................................................. 524
Format Pane ..................................................................... 521
Manual Calibration See Format Pane ................................. 521
Manual Weighting See Format Pane .................................. 521
New Calibration................................................................. 523
Plot ................................................................................. 522
Print ................................................................................ 520
Results Display ................................................................. 522
Saving Calibration ............................................................. 524
Spreadsheet Pane ............................................................. 522
Viewing Calibration ............................................................ 524
Calibration Menu Bar .............................................................. 519
Carousel
Adjust .............................................................................. 940
Advance Carousel Switch ................................................... 940
Alignment with Pedestal ..................................................... 959
Carousel Return Switch ...................................................... 940
Home Position................................................................... 941
Install ................................................................................ 28
Lid Position Switch ............................................................ 940
Poor Flow Calibration ......................................................... 960
Position ............................................................................ 426
Positioning Errors .............................................................. 959
Speed Too Fast ................................................................. 961
Turn Position Switch .......................................................... 939
View Carousel ................................................................... 423
Weigh Position Switch ........................................................ 939
Chassis, Electronic Fan Filter ..................................................... 65
Columns in Spreadsheet.......................................................... 415
Communications .................................................................... 810
Comparator ........................................................................... 510
Components .......................................................................... 127
Computer
Autoexec.bat File .............................................................. 964
Communication with Instrument ......................................... 958
Diagnose Problems ............................................................ 964
Install ................................................................................ 25
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Package See Components and Accessories ........................ 127

Specifications ................................................................... 129
Troubleshooting ................................................................ 958
Configuration Menu ................................................................ 410
Constancy Option ................................................................... 428
Copy Protection Key ............................................................... 928
Counters
Configuration ...................................................................... 62
Reset Maintenance Counters ................................................. 63
Covers .................................................................................... 57
Speed Adjustment ............................................................. 943
Crucible
Cleaning ............................................................................ 62
Touching Carousel During Weight Cycle ............................... 959
Location ........................................................................... 425
Preweighed Crucibles ......................................................... 530
D
Data, Backup and Restore ....................................................... 548
Data Transmit
Create and Modify Transmission Formats ............................. 439
Transmit Sample Data ....................................................... 550
Database
Delete.............................................................................. 463
Archive Log ...................................................................... 472
Managing for 21 CFR Part11 ............................................... 466
Menu ............................................................................... 469
Select Connection ............................................................. 459
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................ 121
Derivatives, Configuring Plot to Display ..................................... 420
Diagnostics.............................................................................. 81
Diagnostics Menu ................................................................... 411
Dimensions See Specifications .............................................. 129
Dual Instrument Installation .................................................... 212
E
Edit Menu ................................................................................ 48
Electrical Power Supply
Specifications ................................................................... 129
Troubleshooting ................................................................ 960
End Temperature ..................................................................... 58
Equation Examples ................................................................. 513
Index
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Equations, Converting TGA-601 to TGA701................................ 513

Equipment Packages ............................................................... 124
Error, Alarm .......................................................................... 425
Ethernet................................................................................ 912
Export
Data ................................................................................ 544
Text Buffers...................................................................... 545
Export Format
Create ............................................................................. 433
Export Data ...................................................................... 544
External Balace
Installation ......................................................................... 35
Perform Analysis with ........................................................ 530
Stability Settings ............................................................... 431
External Blower........................................................................ 31
Installation ......................................................................... 32
Maintenance ....................................................................... 34
External Exhaust, Specifications ............................................... 129
F
Facility Requirements ............................................................. 130
Filters
Furnace Fan Filter ............................................................... 65
Electronic Chassis Fan Filter ................................................. 65
Filters for Sample Results ........................................................ 534
Firewall, Windows .................................................................. 921
Final Weight .......................................................................... 510
Flow, Poor Flow Calibration ...................................................... 960
Flow Rate .............................................................................. 510
Furnace
Adjust Cover Speed ........................................................... 943
Calibration Problems .......................................................... 961
Clean ................................................................................. 66
Cover Position................................................................... 425
Cover Speed Too Fast ........................................................ 961
Excessive Smoke .............................................................. 961
Fan Filter ........................................................................... 65
Overtemp ......................................................................... 425
Seal Adjustment ............................................................... 944
Thermocouple ................................................................... 949
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G
Gas
Connections........................................................................ 24
Flow Rate See Specifications ............................................ 129
Purity See Specifications ................................................. 129
H
Hardware Calibration ................................................................ 93
Help Menu ............................................................................. 411
Hold Time ............................................................................... 59
Humidity See Specifications .................................................. 129
I
Import Data .......................................................................... 542
Installation
Balance, Pedestal, Carousel .................................................. 28
Dual Instrument ................................................................ 212
External Blower................................................................... 32
TGA701 Analyzer ................................................................ 23
Interference to Other Devices .................................................. 120
International Installation ......................................................... 217
K
Key See Copy Protection Key
L
Lid Position Switch ................................................................. 940
Log File, View .......................................................................... 68
M
Main Window, Software ............................................................. 45
Maintenance ............................................................................ 61
External Blower................................................................... 34
Periodic Schedule ................................................................ 62
Reset Counters ................................................................... 63
Maintenance Menu ................................................................. 411
Max Time ................................................................................ 59
Method
Clone .............................................................................. 414
Create ............................................................................... 56
Delete.............................................................................. 414
Edit ................................................................................... 56
Index
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Method Equations, Converting TGA-601 to TGA701 ............... 513

Method Equations .............................................................. 513
Number Formatting ........................................................... 449
N
Network .................................................................................. 88
Notice, Warranty .................................................................... 112
Number Formatting ................................................................ 449
O
Options ................................................................................. 125
Overtemp .............................................................................. 425
Oven Temperature See Specifications .................................... 129
Over Temperature Switch Reset ............................................... 948
P
Pedestal .................................................................................. 28
Pneumatic Actuator, Adjust ..................................................... 940
Start Instrument ...................................................................... 44
Preweighed Crucibles .............................................................. 530
R
Ramp Rate .............................................................................. 58
Ramp Time .............................................................................. 58
Restore Data ......................................................................... 549
Results, Recalculate Results....................................................... 49
Result Format ........................................................................ 512
Result Units ........................................................................... 512
S
Sample
Analyze ............................................................................ 528
Delete.............................................................................. 413
Exclude ............................................................................ 519
Include ............................................................................ 519
Log In .............................................................................. 526
Templates ........................................................................ 446
Weight, Incorrect .............................................................. 959
Sample Filters ........................................................................ 534
Automatic Updates for Filters .............................................. 536
Predefined Filters .............................................................. 536
Samples Menu ......................................................................... 49
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Schematics ............................................................................ 111

Seal Adjustment .................................................................... 944
Software
Communication Failure ...................................................... 960
Install ................................................................................ 93
Key See Copy Protection Key
Main Window ...................................................................... 45
Registration ...................................................................... 922
Upgrade ........................................................................... 922
Solenoids ................................................................................ 87
Specifications ........................................................................ 129
Speed Adjustments ................................................................ 942
Cover Speed ..................................................................... 943
Spindle Drive and Indexer ....................................................... 940
Spreadsheet
Configure Spreadsheet ....................................................... 413
Enter Text ........................................................................ 422
Standards ............................................................................. 514
Analyze ............................................................................ 516
Create ............................................................................. 514
Delete.............................................................................. 517
Log In .............................................................................. 515
Print ................................................................................ 517
Start Temperature .................................................................... 58
Status Bar ............................................................................. 412
Switches ................................................................................. 87
Switch Position Adjustment ................................................ 939
System Check ........................................................................ 812
System Configuration ............................................................. 424
T
Temperature
Control See Specifications ............................................... 129
End ................................................................................... 58
Operating See Specifications ............................................ 129
Start.................................................................................. 58
Templates, Sample ................................................................. 446
Theory of Operation.................................................................. 71
Thermocouple ........................................................................ 949
Adjustment ...................................................................... 949
Element ........................................................................... 949
Furnace ........................................................................... 949
Index
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Replacement .................................................................... 950

Thermogravimetric Analyzer, Install ........................................... 23
Toolbar ................................................................................... 45
Total Time ............................................................................... 59
Transfer Export and Import ..................................................... 546
Troubleshooting ..................................................................... 958
Turn Position Switch ............................................................... 939
U
USB Driver, Reinstall .............................................................. 960
User
Add or Change User Permission for Instrument ..................... 454
Assign User to Windows ..................................................... 452
User Defined Fields................................................................. 447
V
Ventilation ............................................................................... 24
View Menu .............................................................................. 48
W
Warranty............................................................................... 112
Weigh Position Switch ............................................................. 939
Weight Loss, Configuring Plot to Display.................................... 420
Window................................................................................. 510
Windows Firewall ................................................................... 921
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Option Installation ..................................................................... 31

System Setup ............................................................................. 41

Selecting Language ..................................................................... 445

Theory of Operation ................................................................... 71

Installing LECO Software ................................................................ 93

Illustrations ............................................................................. 101

Schematics ............................................................................... 111

Index ....................................................................................... 131

Figure 11-1 Power Entry and Distribution ..........................................113

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