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5.3 Multi-Position Valve Installation and Setup

3000 Micro GC can be equipped with a Valco (VICI) switching or sampling valve
actuator to control the injection of multiple gas streams. EZ IQ software allows for
control of this stream selection valve. See

Figure 5-41

.

Figure 5-41 Multiposition microelectric valve actuator and controller

In addition to the stream selection valve, the EMHCA-CE and EMTCA-CE
(two position and multi-position) models of switching valve actuators with serial port
interface manufactured by Valco Instruments, Inc. are supported.

NOTE: Only the serial port interface versions of the actuators are supported.

Consult the Valco valve operating manual for hardware installation instructions.

To activate the Valco valve application in EZ IQ, the Valco valve must be
configured. See

section 5.3.3 on page 5-34

. After configuration, the Valco valve

function can be programmed in the 3000 Micro GC method. See

section 7.15.1 on

page 7-52

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5.3.1 Valve Hardware/Software Requirements

Multiposition Microelectric Valve Actuator and Controller

VICI Valco Valve Rotor

3000 Micro GC

Computer

NOTE: For computer requirements, refer to the 074-538 EZ IQ Operating

Manual.

EZ IQ VICI Valco Valve Driver, supplied with EZ IQ software