16 . High-Performance Lambda Spectrometers Hardware Guide
Waste Disposal
Waste containers may contain corrosive or organic solutions and small amounts of the
substances that were analyzed. If these materials are toxic, you may have to treat the
collected effluent as hazardous waste. Refer to your local safety regulations for proper
disposal procedures.
Deuterium lamps and other spectral lamps are maintained under reduced pressure. When
you dispose of lamps that are defective or otherwise unusable, handle them correctly to
minimize the implosion risk.
UV Radiation
Although the instrument is safe during normal use, you should be aware of the health
hazards presented by ultraviolet radiation. The deuterium lamp in the instrument emits
hazardous ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The radiation can cause serious damage to the eyes.
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When the deuterium (UV) lamp is illuminated, do not open the spectrometer covers
unless specifically instructed to do so in the manual.
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Always wear UV-absorbing eye protection when the deuterium lamp is exposed.
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Never look directly into the deuterium lamp.
Ozone
The deuterium (UV) lamp generates ozone while it is illuminated. Exposure to ozone can
result in severe irritation to the skin, eyes and upper respiratory system.
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ALWAYS ventilate the area surrounding the instrument such that the concentration of
ozone does not exceed the maximum permissible level (0.1 parts per million
(0.2 milligrams per cubic meter)). All venting must be to the outside air and never
within the building.
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Switch off the UV lamp when the spectrometer is not in use. You can switch off the
lamp using the Manual Control screen in UV WinLab by unchecking the lamp option and
clicking
Apply
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Compressed Gases
Handle cylinders of compressed gas with care, in accordance with local regulations.
We recommend that gas cylinders be located outside the laboratory and the gases led to the
laboratory through approved gas supply lines.
Use only approved tubing, connectors, and regulators for gas supply lines.
Summary of Contents for Lambda 1050
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