Operation of the Autoloader
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7.3 Emptying the crucible bin
CAUTION
C31.0000
Risk of burns
Hot crucible bin
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The crucible bin may be hot and cause burns if touched.
•
Wait until the crucible bin has cooled down before emptying, or wear
gloves.
Up to 140 crucibles can fit in the crucible bin. The crucible bin fill level must always be checked
by the operator before starting operation of the Autoloader. Empty the crucible bin to start
operation of the Autoloader.
The following figure shows the position of the crucible bin:
Fig. 24: Emptying the crucible bin
Position
Component
Description
1
Space for the crucible bin
Space for the crucible bin during operation
2
Crucible bin
Container for used crucibles
The position of the crucible bin is monitored. Automatic operating mode will stop if you remove
the crucible bin during operation of the Autoloader.
Empty the crucible bin as follows:
1. Ensure that no analysis procedure is running.
2. Pull the crucible bin (
2
) out.
3. Empty the contents of the crucible bin into a fireproof waste container.
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2