Maintenance
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Cary 50 Spectrophotometer Hardware Manual
Cleaning
Any spills in the sample compartment should be immediately wiped
up.
The exterior surfaces of the Cary 50 spectrophotometer should be
kept clean. All cleaning should be done with a soft cloth. If necessary,
this cloth can be dampened with water or a mild detergent. Do not
use organic solvents or abrasive cleaning agents.
Lamp module
This section describes how to replace the lamp module and realign
the light beam. Before changing the lamp module, ALWAYS
disconnect the Cary 50 from the computer.
NOTE
These instructions are also provided in the Cary WinUV Help, complete with a
video demonstration. Refer to the Cary WinUV Software Manual (part number
8510162500) for details on using the online Help.
Replacing
WARNING
Shock and Eye Hazards
When operating, the lamp module emits high-intensity light, which can
damage eyes. To avoid eye damage, never operate the lamp module outside
the instrument.
The lamp module contains components operating at high voltages. To avoid
electric shock, NEVER disassemble the lamp module.