Gamry ECM8, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 1 -- Safety Considerations--Cleaning
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Cleaning
Disconnect the ECM8 from all power sources prior to cleaning.
Clean the outside of the ECM8 enclosure with a rag dampened with either clean water or water containing
a mild detergent. Do not use a wet rag or allow water to enter the ECM8 enclosure. Do not immerse the
ECM8 in any type of cleaning fluid (including water). Do not use any abrasive cleaners.
Service
Your ECM8 Electrochemical Multiplexer has no user serviceable parts inside (the baud rate switch is an
exception, see Appendix C). You should refer all service to a qualified service technician.
Warning
The ECM8 multiplexer must not be operated with any cover or panel on the
chassis open. Dangerous AC line voltages are present at several points within
the ECM8 chassis, including PC board traces. Always remove the AC power
cord before opening the ECM8 case.
RFI Warning
Your ECM8 Electrochemical Multiplexer generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. The
radiated levels are low enough that the ECM8 should present no interference problem in most industrial
laboratory environments. The ECM8 is likely to cause radio frequency interference if operated in a
residential environment.
Electrical Transient Sensitivity
Your ECM8 Electrochemical Multiplexer was designed to offer reasonable immunity from electrical
transients. However, in severe cases, the ECM8 could malfunction or even suffer damage from electrical
transients. If you are having problems in this regard, the following steps may help:
If the problem is static electricity (sparks are apparent when you touch the ECM8).
• Placing your ECM8 on a static control work surface may help. Static control work surfaces are now
generally available from computer supply houses and electronics tool suppliers. An antistatic floor
mat may also help, particularly if a carpet is involved in generating the static electricity.
• Air ionizers or even simple air humidifiers can reduce the voltage available in static discharges.
If the problem is AC power line transients (often from large electrical motors near the ECM8).
• Try plugging your ECM8 into a different AC power branch circuit.
• Plug your ECM8 into a power line surge suppressor. Inexpensive surge suppressors are now
generally available because of their use with computer equipment.
Contact Gamry Instruments, Inc. if these measures do not solve the problem.