Maintenance and care
PlasmaQuant 9100 (Elite)
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Maintenance and care
The operator must not perform any service or maintenance work on this device and its
components other than those specified and described here.
Observe the information in the "Safety instructions" section for all maintenance work.
Compliance with the safety instructions is a prerequisite for the error-free operation of
the device. Always observe all warnings and instructions displayed on the device itself or
displayed in the control software.
To ensure proper and safe function, Analytik Jena AG recommends yearly checks and
maintenance by customer service.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock
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Always switch off the device and disconnect the power plug before performing
maintenance work.
Power to the device is only disconnected by disconnecting the power plug. After the
device is switched off, some parts are still live.
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Only leave the device and the software on as the maintenance instructions explicitly
demand.
CAUTION
Risk of damage to skin and eyes due to UV and electromagnetic radiation
Plasma emits UV radiation and high-frequency electromagnetic radiation which can
cause serious eye and skin injuries as well as other health problems.
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Do not bypass the safety circuits with any maintenance work.
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Check the function of the safety circuits after completing maintenance work.
CAUTION
Risk of burns from the hot torch
Plasma is extremely hot. The torch is still very hot after the plasma has been extin-
guished. Contacting these hot surfaces can cause burns.
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Wait 5 minutes after extinguishing the plasma. Only touch the torch after this time.