Maintenance Schedule
Section 9
2230XP Silica Analyzer
Thermo Scientific Orion
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Cleaning the Reaction Cell
Noisy or unstable readings may be caused by debris floating in the reaction cell or from
deposits on the optical windows inside the reaction cell. Check the reaction cell and clean as
needed. Make sure that the stir bar is clean and moving freely, all tubing is secured and in good
condition.
CAUTION
Always Wear Protective equipment
Press STOP
MENU
MEASUREMENT
CLEAN (flush the reaction
cell with sample)
Press STOP
MENU
SERVICES
PRIME FLUIDICS
Set PRIME VOLUME to – 5.0 ml and PRIME SAMPLE (note negative sign,
this will empty out the cell).
Remove reaction cell cap and deposit cleaning solution into the reaction
cell, you can use a 10 ml syringe filled with 1N NaOH/EDTA mix (see
preparation recipe A1 and A2) to fill the cell with cleaning solution and let it
soak for about ½ hour.
For a more thorough cleaning, swing the reaction cell down as shown in
photos below and use a non-fiber swab with a bent tip, reach inside the
reaction cell and wipe the side optical windows of the cell and the inner
surfaces to dislodge and remove any deposits.
Cleaning of the reaction cell should be performed monthly or as needed to
remove any debris or deposits that may be created by the reacted solution
or caused by the process sample. Deposits on the optical windows increase
the surface tension attracting small air bubbles generated from the chemical
reaction.
Note that if the Analyzer is set for Auto-Restart you do NOT have to wait
after leaving the cleaning solution in the reaction cell, the Analyzer will
automatically start running after ½ hour.
You may repeat the cleaning procedure as needed.
NOTE:
The reaction cell assembly can swing down to allow better access. Undo both
thumb screws and swing down.
