Shimadzu ICPE-9000, Instruction Manual

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8 Maintenance
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(6) Re-engage the bar onto the pouch-like section at the bottom of the right side of the ICPE-9000.
(7) Turn ON the power switch.
NOTE
If the power switch is turned OFF, the spectrometer temperature-control circuit
stops operating. The time required for the spectrometer to stabilize varies with the
external temperature but, if it has been OFF for 1 to 2 hours, 6 hours is required. It
soon recovers, however, after a momentary power interruption.
8.16 Checking Operation of Safety Devices
The operation of the safety devices used with the ICPE-9000 can be checked as described below. Check
the operation of the safety devices on a regular basis (every one month).
(1) Argon gas pressure sensor:
1) Ignite the plasma.
2) Stop the supply of argon gas and check that the plasma is extinguished.
(2) Plasma stand door switch:
1) Ignite the plasma.
2) Open the plasma stand door and check that the plasma is extinguished.
(3) Coolant flow switch for RF coil, RF power supply, and orifice assembly:
1) Ignite the plasma.
2) Stop the supply of coolant and check that the plasma is extinguished