Maintenance
SPECTRO ARCOS FHX3X — 08.02.2022
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Cleaning the plasma torch
Warning! Hot surface!
The plasma torch, the plasma interface, and the induction coil can become
extremely hot.
Let the components cool for 10 to 15 minutes before commencing work on
them.
When working on the plasma torch, plasma interface, and induction coil,
wearing protective gloves and safety goggles is mandatory.
Warning! Risk of injury!
Glass parts may break when handled incorrectly and cause cutting injuries.
When working on the sample introduction system, wearing protective gloves
and safety goggles is mandatory.
If glass is broken, a suitable container (bucket) must be used to collect the
larger pieces first. In order to remove small parts and glass fragments, a
suitable vacuum must be used.
Warning! Toxic substances!
The cleaning solution is corrosive.
When working with the cleaning solution, wearing safety goggles,
protective gloves, and appropriate personal protective equipment is
mandatory
Notice – Damage to the instrument!
Plasma torch components that are not made of quartz glass may be damaged
when using the cleaning solution or its vapors.
Clean only the quartz glass of the plasma torch using the cleaning solution.
To clean the plasma torch, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the plasma.
2. Loosen and remove the clamp(s) and the spherical joint seal between the
plasma torch and the spray chamber.
3. Loosen the plasma torch by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Remove the plasma torch.
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