Waltron 3048, User Manual

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Waltron User Manual 101-024-B.1
3048 Dissolved Iron Analyzer
Overview
1.2.3
REAGENTS
The Waltron 3048 Dissolved Iron Analyzer operates based on standard colorimetric analysis
methods, using chemical solutions.
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For the dangers and hazards regarding the chemicals used for the analysis, refer to the
appendix or the supplied SDS sheets.
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Make sure that proper safety precautions are taken (e.g. using safety gloves and glasses)
during handling the chemical solutions and the reagents containers / bottles.
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Read and undersand the material safety data sheets for each chemical.
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The reagent bottles are marked with GHS compliant lables.
1.2.4
SAMPLE
Take the proper precautions to avoid direct contact with the sample stream. It is the responsibility
of the user totake all neccessary precautions regarding physical, chemical, radiation and/or
biological hazards from sample stream and/or sample vapors. It is also the responsibility of the
user to ensure the sample stream is compatible with the materials of construction listed below.
Table 1.2: List of materials used in Waltron 3048 Analyzer.
Pump tubing Silicon or Norprene
Fittings PP
Connection tubing Norprene / Silicon
Colorimetric cell Glass
Mixing membrane pump PP / EPDM
Pinch valve Viton / silicon tubing
1.2.5
WASTE DISPOSAL
The liquid waste from the analyzer contains small amounts of the reagent chemicals. Dispose of
the waste in accordance with the appropriate regulations.
1.2.6
ANALYZER GENERAL HAZARDS
1.2.6.1
Electrical Hazards and Precautions
General information:
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In all electrical devices that are 110-220 Vac powered, there is a hazard of electrical
shock or electrocution.
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To protect all personnel involved in analyzer use and maintenance, the door of the
analyzer enclosure is equipped with a special key.
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Qualified service personnel will receive the special key to open the analyzer’s enclosure.
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Before servicing the analyzer parts that are electrically powered, turn off power to the
analyzer to avoid risk of electrocution.
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To turn off power from an electrical device, it is necessary to interrupt the power line
using a circuit breaker or an isolating switch to be sure that there is no power in the area