Micromeritics DVVA II 4000, Operator'S Manual

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DVVA II 4000 Performing an Analysis
400-42803-01 (Rev B) - July 2017 3-15
Performing an Analysis
A blank analysis is always performed prior to the analysis, unless you select the
Use Prior
Blank
option. Do not place the prepared sample into the sample chamber until prompted to do
so.
1. Wipe the upper and lower piston tips with a paper towel or Kimwipe
®
.
2. Insert the sample tray.
3. Close the safety shield, then press the
Reset
button. The analyzer will not operate if the
safety shield is not completely closed.
4. Select
Unit > Sample Analysis
; the Analysis dialog is displayed with the Open Sample
Information File dialog positioned on top.
5. Choose a file for your analysis and click
OK
; the Analysis dialog containing the parameters
of the selected file is displayed.
Use of certain USB devices or the addition or removal of a USB device during an
analysis may cause a delay in data acquisition, resulting in a loss of data or the
cancellation of an analysis. Avoid the use of attached USB devices such as flash
drives, digital audio players, or cellular phones during an analysis. Additionally avoid
adding or removing USB devices during an analysis.
You can also accept the next sequenced number and create a new file if desired. Use
the Replace All push button to replace file parameters, or the parameter files drop-
down lists.