Appendix F: Safety
Chemical Safety
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CyTOF XT User Guide
WARNING
Before performing maintenance on the cones or torch, switch off the
radio frequency generator power using the circuit breaker at the right rear of the
system. Wait at least 5 min for residual electrical charge to dissipate. Additional
time is required to allow the inductively coupled plasma torch, cones, and load coil
to reach room temperature.
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Capacitors inside the system may still be charged even if the system has been
disconnected from all voltage sources.
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The system must be correctly connected to a suitable electrical supply (see the
site requirements guide for further details).
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The power supply must have a correctly installed protective conductor (earth
ground) and must be installed or checked by a qualified electrician before
connecting the system.
WARNING
Any interruption of the protective conductor (earth ground) inside or
outside the system or disconnection of the protective conductor terminal is likely to
make the system dangerous.
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Do not operate the system with any covers or internal parts removed.
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Do not attempt to perform internal adjustments or replacements except as
directed in this user guide.
Chemical Safety
The responsible individuals must take the necessary precautions to ensure that the
surrounding workplace is safe and that system operators are not exposed to hazardous
levels of toxic substances. When working with any chemicals, refer to the applicable safety
data sheets (SDSs) provided by the manufacturer or supplier. When handling any chemical,
the following safe-handling guidelines should be strictly observed:
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Do not inhale fumes from chemicals. Use adequate ventilation and return caps to
bottles immediately after use.
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Use, store, and dispose of chemicals according to manufacturer recommendations and
to regulations applicable to the locality, state, province, and/or country.
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When preparing chemical solutions, always work in a fume hood that is suitable for
those chemicals.
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Conduct sample preparation away from the system to minimize corrosion and contamination.
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Store solvents in an approved cabinet (with the appropriate ventilation) away from the system.
Laboratory Ventilation Safety
Toxic combustion products, metal vapor, and ozone can be generated by the system,
depending on the type of analysis. An efficient ventilation system must be provided for your
system. When the plasma is on, hot gases are vented through 1 exhaust vent at the back of the
system. Detailed information on exhaust vents is included in the site requirements guide.
WARNING
Use of the instrument or system without adequate ventilation to
outside air may constitute a health hazard. Take extreme care to vent exhaust
gases properly.
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