PerkinElmer Spotlight 400 Series, User Manual

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76 . Spotlight 400 Series User’s Guide
Using the Polarizer
CAUTION
The polarizer element is extremely fragile. Do not touch it with anything.
It cannot be washed, dusted, or blown upon by air. If damaged, it cannot
be repaired. When it is not in use, protect it in the case supplied.
1. Remove the snap in cover that masks the aperture for the infrared polarizer (Figure 29).
Figure 29 Infrared polarizer position
2. Slide the analyzer into the vertical slot on the sample holder that can be seen through
this aperture.
The flat side of the analyzer must be towards the rear of the imager, and the wheel
facing outwards.
3. Push the analyzer into the slot until it stops.
4. Turn the wheel to orient the polarizing element.
NOTE: Both the scribed line and the uneven coloration are usual, and do not affect the
performance of the element.
Infrared
Polarizer