In this mode, you will need to coordinate with the Target Expert on shift regarding the planned duration of time spent in this mode.
This mode will be alternated with the Production Mode during normal operations with microwaves to keep up with the LHe production from the QT system.
Configuration / Things to maintain
Taking DataUsually, it should be on "Take Data" (check with the Target Expert on Shift if there are issues) |
Fridge | - Only the Backing Pump (Rotary Vane pump) should be running, and the rest of the roots pumps should be OFF
See Roots pumps PLC interface page - Maintain the fridge LHe level between 50% and Heat-Ex Bottom. In other words, let the fridge level drops down to 50% and then refill it up to Heat-Ex Bottom by opening the run-valve (then close it).
- The fridge pressure should be on PID control at 400 Torr (see the table below).
- Adjust the fridge RUN/Bypass valve
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(to ~0- between 0.5 turns (for a slow fill) or 2 turns (for a relatively quick fill)
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to keep - , and close it when the fridge fill is complete and continue to monitor the fridge
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LHe Magnet | Ensure the magnet has enough LHe. around 50%, and then close the run valve.
- Discuss with the Target Expert when to
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implement Switching from Production Mode to Hold ModeEnsure |
Magnet | - Ensure the magnet has enough LHe.
- Ensure Magnet LN2 level is above 50%, if not refill it.
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QT System | - Ensure the purifier LN2 level
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is - and the magnet shield LN2 levels are above 50%, if not refill it.
See Helium Liquefier (QT) System Summary page to identify where to look at for those LN2 levels. - Ensure both liquefiers
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are producing Outlet Flows
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- Check LCW outlet Temperatures from the cold-head compressors and ensure all those temperatures are below 95 F. If any of those are. > 100 F then, report to the Target Expert immediately and follow Target Expert's instructions.
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Outlet Flows
Other useful instructions:
Steps for Transitioning from the Hold mode to the Production Mode
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Conditions
- Fridge parameters when the fridge is in Hold ModeQT system conditions when the fridge is in Hold Mode
- Magnet conditions when the fridge is in Hold Mode
- Cryo-control parameters / conditions when the fridge is in Hold Mode
- Microwave parameters / conditions when the fridge is in Hold Mode
- Target Lifter conditions when the fridge is in Hold ModeUVA-NMR conditions when the fridge is in Hold Mode