Micromeritics ASAP 2460, Operator'S Manual

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ASAP 2460 Operator’s Manual Preparing for Analysis
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4. Record the stabilized weight on the Sample Data Worksheet as [A] Mass for empty sample tube
set . Remove the sample weighing support and sample tube set from the balance.
5. Place a sample container on the balance and slowly pour the sample into the container.
6. Remove the closure from the sample tube.
7. Use the sample tube funnel (provided in the accessories kit) and pour the sample from the
weighing container into the sample tube.
8. Replace the sample tube closure.
9. Weigh the sample tube set containing the sample and record the value on the Sample Data
Worksheet as
[B] Sample tube set plus sample mass (Before Degas) .
10. Subtract the [A] Mass for empty sample tube set from the [B] Mass of sample tube set plus sample
and record this value as the [C] Sample mass (Before Degas) .
Degassing the Sample
After the sample has been weighed, use a degassing unit to remove any contaminants which may have
adsorbed on the surface or in pores. Appropriate degassing units are available from Micromeritics.
Refer to
ORDERING INFORMATION
, page
8-1
for ordering information.
If using the SmartPrep degasser, go to
Unit [n] > Degas
and degas the sample using menu

commands and information entered in the
Degas Conditions
window. Refer to
Start SmartPrep
Degas
, page
4-27
.
Do not touch the sample with bare hands while performing the following steps. Doing
so could affect the accuracy of results.
Funnel