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RF Generator/Sample Introduction System
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General:

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Sample Introduction Configuration:

Nebulizer Type:CROSS FLOW / LF GEMCONE / MEINHARD

Spray Chamber Type:SCOTT / CYCLONIC / BAFFLED CYCLONIC

Injector Type:QUARTZ / ALUMINA

Injector Bore (mm):0.8 / 1.2 / 1.6 / 2.0 / 3.0

Glassware (number of slots):NO SLOT / ONE SLOT / THREE SLOT

Sample Type:AQUEOUS / ORGANICS / HIGH SOLIDS

Содержание OPTIMA 8000

Страница 1: ...OPTIMA 8000 Customer Hardware and Service Guide ICP OPTICAL EMISSION Return to Document Menu...

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Страница 3: ...Optima 8000 Customer Hardware and Service Manual...

Страница 4: ...this document may be reproduced in any form whatsoever or translated into any language without the prior written permission of Perkin Elmer Inc Copyright 2011Perkin Elmer Inc Printed in the USA Trade...

Страница 5: ...instrument 18 Warning labels in the torch compartment 21 Using this Guide 23 Documents to Help You 23 How this Guide is Organized 24 Using the Index 25 A Word on Troubleshooting 25 Chapter 1 Safety P...

Страница 6: ...ing Solid Samples Using Acids 41 Acid Digestions 42 Fusion Mixtures 44 Decontamination and Cleaning 44 Decontamination 44 Cleaning the Instrument 45 References 46 Chapter 2 Preparing Your Laboratory E...

Страница 7: ...87 Optical System 88 Chapter 4 Installation Installation Summary 91 Setting Up the Computer and Printer 92 Moving the Instrument 92 Connecting the Gases and Cooling Water 93 Connecting the Gases 93 Co...

Страница 8: ...140 Vent 140 Torch and Plasma Induction Plates 140 Nebulizer 141 Peristaltic Pump and Drain 141 Periodic Checks 142 Torch Assembly and Plasma Induction Plates 142 Purge Viewing Window Tubes 142 Nebuli...

Страница 9: ...y Chamber 178 Installing the Cyclonic Spray Chamber 178 Etching the Cyclonic Spray Chamber 183 Nebulizers 185 GemTip Cross Flow Nebulizer 187 Removing the Nebulizer End Cap 188 Checking the Spray Patt...

Страница 10: ...Installing the Drain Tubing 221 Adjusting the Pump Tubing 222 Cleaning the Pump 223 Removing the Pump Head on the Peristaltic Pump 224 Drain 224 General System Maintenance 226 Cleaning the Instrument...

Страница 11: ...Contents 9 Troubleshooting Form 260 General 260 Sample Introduction Configuration 260 Instrument Environment 261 Chapter 7 Error Messages System Error SYSERROR Messages for RF Generator 269...

Страница 12: ...Contents 10...

Страница 13: ...der for supplies and many replacement parts request a free catalog or ask for information visit our website www perkinelmer com supplies The most up to date information on part numbers product brochur...

Страница 14: ...tood by all potential users of the instrument The instrument should be used according to the instructions provided in this manual If used otherwise the protection provided by the instrument may be imp...

Страница 15: ...the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures reorient or relocate the receiving antenna increase the separation between the equipment and the rec...

Страница 16: ...For optimum instrument performance the relative humidity should be between 35 and 50 Relative humidity 20 to 80 without condensation Altitude in the range 0 m to 2 000 m sea level to 6 562 feet with a...

Страница 17: ...ent This symbol indicates Caution risk of electric shock AVERTISSEMENT Risque de choc lectrique This symbol indicates Caution risk of danger Documentation must be consulted to determine the nature of...

Страница 18: ...16 Indicates the ON position of the main power switch Indicates alternating current...

Страница 19: ...light from the plasma Rayonnement UV Risque de blessure des yeux La plasma peut mettre des UV qui peut blesser les yeux Ne regardez pas fixement la lumi re emis Tourjours porter des lunettes de protec...

Страница 20: ...ring or after installation Attention La continuit de circuit par mettre a la terre est n cessaire pour l op ration de cet instrument sans risque L usine fournit la fiche d instrument IEC309 qui mits l...

Страница 21: ...un circuit protecteur Contact le personnel qualifi de PerkinElmer d effectuer un quelconque controle de circuit en courant alternatif The instrument has AC line surge suppressing components which req...

Страница 22: ...nstrument Caution Do not restrict air intake or exhaust Attention N obstruez pas l arriv e ou l vacuation d air To provide adequate space for ventilation allow at least 30 cm 12 inches of free space a...

Страница 23: ...r les enclenchements de securite The instrument has safety interlocks to protect the operator from exposure to radio frequency and ultraviolet radiation Do not attempt to defeat the safety interlocks...

Страница 24: ...22 Figure C Location of warning labels in the sample compartment 1 2...

Страница 25: ...instrument The following documentation is also provided for Optima 8000 instrument Winlab32 Software Guide on the WinLab CD This guide contains basic information on the ICP WinLab software step by st...

Страница 26: ...viewed 3 System Description The components of the instrument how the echelle spectrometer works and instrument specifications 4 Installation This chapter includes information for installing or re inst...

Страница 27: ...lowing topics installation maintenance troubleshooting A Word on Troubleshooting We recommend that you consult the troubleshooting information included in this manual before you call a PerkinElmer ser...

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Страница 29: ...Safety Practices 1...

Страница 30: ...oratory Guidelines This section describes some general laboratory safety guidelines For additional information we recommend The CRC Handbook of Laboratory Safety 1 and Prudent Practices for Handling H...

Страница 31: ...ling or evaluating the system after moving The Optima 8000 weighs 146 kg 321 pounds or 201 kg 442 pounds with the shipping container If the instrument needs to be moved please contact PerkinElmer Serv...

Страница 32: ...interlocks to protect the operator from radio frequency RF radiation and ultraviolet radiation and to prevent access to high voltage areas The following interlocks must be satisfied in order to ignit...

Страница 33: ...ng window for safely viewing the plasma Electrical Safety The instrument has been designed to protect the operator from potential electrical hazards This section describes some recommended electrical...

Страница 34: ...s connected to true electrical ground Any interruption of the protective ground conductor inside or outside the instrument or disconnection of the protective ground terminal may impair the protection...

Страница 35: ...is aware of the hazards involved Whenever it is possible that the instrument is no longer electrically safe for use make the instrument inoperative and secure it against any unauthorized or unintenti...

Страница 36: ...empty the drain vessel frequently When switching between organic and aqueous solutions flush the drain tube thoroughly and empty and flush out the drain vessel Drain vessels may contain flammable acid...

Страница 37: ...tly and rationally Specific treatment of WEEE is indispensable in order to avoid the dispersion of pollutants into the recycled material or waste stream Such treatment is the most effective means of p...

Страница 38: ...osive nor combustible If liquid argon or nitrogen is used the gas cylinder must be fitted with an over pressure regulator which will vent the cylinder as necessary to prevent it from becoming a safety...

Страница 39: ...be subjected to temperatures above 52 C 126 F Do not allow ignition sources in the storage area and keep cylinders away from readily ignitable substances such as gasoline or waste or combustibles in...

Страница 40: ...micals Warnings above are given next OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration United States ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists COSHH Control of Substances Hazard...

Страница 41: ...mation to ensure the safe use storage and disposal of chemicals Use store and dispose of chemicals in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations and regulations applicable to the locality stat...

Страница 42: ...ence 6 contains general information on sample preparation procedures as well as an appendix on laboratory safety Reference 7 contains information on laboratory safety and sample preparation methods pr...

Страница 43: ...the halogenated hydrocarbons generate toxic gases when heated Consult the data sheets provided by the manufacturer for information on health hazards see Reference 5 on page 46 Dissolving Solid Sample...

Страница 44: ...hood is used or if the hood is not properly used and maintained Use goggles and face shields Wear protective clothing and polyvinyl chloride gloves Do not use rubber gloves Additional hazards and pre...

Страница 45: ...he reaction Apply heat to a digestion solution slowly in case a further vigorous reaction is initiated Cool the completed digest before transferring it and diluting it Add water cautiously Digestions...

Страница 46: ...ial using the standard amount of flux but with a smaller amount of sample Most reacted fusion mixtures are dissolved in acidic solutions Observe the precautions described previously for handling acids...

Страница 47: ...access to the internet and are located in the U S call toll free at 1 800 762 4000 or 1 203 925 4602 8 30 a m 7 p m EST and speak to Customer Support In Canada call toll free 800 561 4646 and speak t...

Страница 48: ...00 FRG Product Information Sheets UK 6 Horwitz W ed Official Methods of Analysis 18th ed Association of Official Analytical Chemists Inc Arlington VA USA 2010 7 Standard Methods for the Examination of...

Страница 49: ...Preparing Your Laboratory 2...

Страница 50: ...0 2 C The heat dissipated directly into the laboratory when the Optima 8000 is properly vented is approximately 6600 BTU hour 2200 W Relative humidity between 20 and 80 non condensing For optimum inst...

Страница 51: ...d of the venting hood The blower capacity depends on the duct length and number of elbows or bends used to install the system If an excessively long duct system or a system with many bends is used a s...

Страница 52: ...ack to improve the overall efficiency of the system Make sure the length of the duct that enters into the blower is a straight length at least ten times the duct diameter An elbow entrance into the bl...

Страница 53: ...Torch Compartment Chimney and Vent Item Description 1 Recommended Vent Width 30 6 cm 12 in Depth 15 3 cm 6 in Height 30 6 cm 12 in 2 Torch Compartment Chimney 3 28 cm 11 in from the instrument edge t...

Страница 54: ...long 52 in 76 cm high 30 in and 81 cm deep 32 in The bottom of the vent must be a minimum of 75 cm 3 in from the top of the torch compartment chimney Figure 2 2 illustrates the dimensions of the inst...

Страница 55: ...wide 67 3 cm 26 5 in deep and 61 0 cm 24 in high It weighs 80 kg 178 lbs The Chiller has air intakes and exhausts that need to be unobstructed The power is 2850 watts It requires a minimum of 45 7 cm...

Страница 56: ...detailed information on PolyScience WhisperCoolTM chiller electrical requirements see the following section Electrical Requirements The PolyScience WhisperCoolTM chiller comes with its own Instruction...

Страница 57: ...within 2 5 meters of the rear of the spectrometer Connect the spectrometer computer printer and any accessories to the same phase of the line power supply and the same protective earth The Optima 8000...

Страница 58: ...printer must share a common earth ground with the Optima 8000 PolyScience Chiller The specific electrical requirements for the PolyScience WhisperCoolTM Chiller are printed on a serial number label l...

Страница 59: ...nk of gaseous argon will last 5 to 6 hours of running time The normal argon usage is 9 20 liters min with a maximum of 25 liters min 0 04 1 0 cu ft min The argon flow for the system including the ICP...

Страница 60: ...w rate should be approximately 25 L min 1 0 cu ft min Available pressure should be between 550 and 825 5 5 to 8 25 bar or 80 to 120 psig Regulator A pressure regulator for use with either argon or nit...

Страница 61: ...Preparing Your Laboratory 60...

Страница 62: ...System Description 3...

Страница 63: ...ased on the Optima 8000 instrument The spectrometer for the Optima 8000 consists of the following modules Optics module Spectrometer electronics module Spectrometer pneumatics module The ICP source fo...

Страница 64: ...Description 64 Figure 3 1 The Optima 8000 Item Description 1 Sample Introduction Compartment with the Quick Change Adjustable Torch Module inside 2 Peristaltic Pump 3 Torch Compartment 4 Spectrometer...

Страница 65: ...alytical wavelengths are measured using a scanning CCD charged coupled device based technology with simultaneous measurement of the background emission and a neon spectrum for active wavelength correc...

Страница 66: ...System Description 66 Figure 3 2 Schematic diagram of the optical system Item Description 1 Radial View 2 Transfer Optics Mirrors 3 Echelle Grating 88 1 10 5 3 6 7 8 4 2 9 12 17 19 14 15 16 13 11 18...

Страница 67: ...mirrors The echelle grating has 79 lines mm with a blaze angle of 63 4 The grating is used in the higher orders where the high efficiency and high dispersion allow a relatively short focal length resu...

Страница 68: ...o minimize the change over time between any two consecutive wavelengths The dual monochromator system enables relatively high slits to be used with no loss of image quality which contributes to the hi...

Страница 69: ...The photosensitive area is separated into two differently sized arrays that are used for separate reference and analytical measurements The analytical signal is measured in the larger lower array Item...

Страница 70: ...from the rear This prevents the absorption of radiation by components other than the detector pixels and maximizes the quantum efficiency without the use of a fluorescent coating Figure 3 4 Detector...

Страница 71: ...How the CCD works Photons of radiation from the analyte emission strike the photosensitive area of the detector where photoelectrons are produced in each pixel of the detector The electrons are moved...

Страница 72: ...m simultaneously with each measurement of an analytical emission line The output from a neon discharge lamp is collected by an optical fiber and projected onto the top half of the intermediate slit in...

Страница 73: ...tected optically and measured electronically in the spectrometer section of the Optima 8000 It is displayed in terms of wavelength and intensity which are converted to sample concentration The RF gene...

Страница 74: ...74 Figure 3 6 Block diagram illustrating the RF Power Control RFPC Item Description 1 AC Power Input 2 40 MHz RF Power Generator 3 RF Power to Plasma Induction Plates 4 Plasma 5 Control Feedback Sign...

Страница 75: ...ment has a side door to provide easy access to the sample introduction module The torch compartment door has a window so that the operator can safely view the plasma and has safety interlocks that shu...

Страница 76: ...with less than 5 dissolved solids Uses GemTips made of sapphire and ruby in a Ryton end cap for maximum chemical resistance GemCone Conespray Nebulizer High Solids N0690670 Low Flow N0690671 High Soli...

Страница 77: ...that require reduced nebulizer gas flow rates such as organic based samples U 6000AT Ultrasonic Nebulizer N0691709 115 V N0691710 230 V For samples with low analyte and low matrix concentrations Typi...

Страница 78: ...System Description 78 Figure 3 8 GemCone nebulizer and end cap N0680343 also shown in cross sec tional view...

Страница 79: ...with respect to temperature and aerosol droplet size The heater can be used with the cyclonic and the Scott type spray chamber The nebulizer heater temperature can be controlled via the software and t...

Страница 80: ...ff Switch The Main Instrument switch is used to turn on the spectrometer and is normally left on Once the plasma has been ignited you should wait one half hour for the system to stabilize before runni...

Страница 81: ...tage circuitry in the RF generator To restart you must release the switch by pressing the switch again Reset the RF generator using the software Reset button The spectrometer stays on Figure 3 10 Loca...

Страница 82: ...h or normal flow rate can be specified Dark current measurement A shutter under software control can be closed to block light from the plasma from reaching the detector in order to measure dark curren...

Страница 83: ...nnect instrument to the computer Line power cord permanently attached with an IEC 309 connector Connect to 200 240 VAC 15 A IEC 309 line power outlet N2 Purge gas inlet for nitrogen or argon Use hose...

Страница 84: ...scription 84 Figure 3 11 Electrical gas and cooling water connections on the spectrometer side of the instrument Item Description 1 Gas Connections 2 Ar Supply 3 Shear Gas Supply 1 10 13 11 12 2 6 4 5...

Страница 85: ...d measures the intensity If the energy is too low the system displays an error message When the measured intensity is above the lower limit the system is ready for use The spectrometer initialization...

Страница 86: ...omputer controlled using a special application program running under a graphical user interface Power requirements 200 to 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Power consumption 2800 VA maximum Electrical protection Insu...

Страница 87: ...e the flow automatically within the range of 0 to 20 0 liter minute in 1 0 liter minute increments The flow system is interlocked to prevent ignition without plasma gas flowing Auxiliary Argon Flow Cl...

Страница 88: ...ror User Plasma Viewing The full plasma is viewed through a UV blocking low transmittance window located in the sample compartment door Optical System Monochromator Wavelength range 165 nm 800 nm High...

Страница 89: ...Installation 4...

Страница 90: ...your reference should you need information on moving the system or reinstalling accessories In conjunction with this material be sure to consult the Safety Practices chapter beginning on page 27and P...

Страница 91: ...ter lines Remove the computer and printer Attach the handles Lift the instrument onto a movable table or put it in the wooden platform originally shipped with the instrument See the Unpacking Instruct...

Страница 92: ...turn with a wrench Pre swaged fittings should be turned 1 8 turn past finger tight Do not over tighten fittings Check for leaks with all the connections made Connect the gases to the instrument as de...

Страница 93: ...shear gas connections Item Description 1 Air Supply 2 Air N2 Shear Gas and RF Cooling Gas Supply 3 N2 Supply 4 Out water Hose with White Tie Wrap 5 Cooling Water 6 In Water Hose with Red Tie Wrap 7 Co...

Страница 94: ...ore information on the requirements for the shear gas supply refer to Pneumatic Requirements on page 58 An air hose Part No N0770348 with 1 4 in Swagelok fittings at each end is supplied in the hose k...

Страница 95: ...covers are in position on the filter bowls and the filter bowl holding rings are properly locked 3 Open the shut off valve fully turn counterclockwise Partial opening may defeat the action of the wate...

Страница 96: ...the chiller the OUTLET port will pump liquid out See the following figure for the location of the cables 1 Locate the instrument return Output coolant line Part No N0770342 and connect to the chiller...

Страница 97: ...an be turned on or off via the software Your service engineer will connect the remote cable Part No N0770175 from the chiller to the Optima 8000 so that the chiller can be operated remotely See the fo...

Страница 98: ...igure 4 2 Remote chiller connections Item Description 1 Terminal Strip Part No 09987900 For Chiller Remote 2 Coolant Out 3 3 8 in Space Collars Part No 09920584 4 Remote Cable Part No N0770175 11 10 1...

Страница 99: ...32 will have no effect on the chiller if the chiller is already on If the Optima 8000 Spectrometer is in Sleep or Standby mode and the instrument is still ignited the chiller will remain on If the ins...

Страница 100: ...flow diagram with the chiller Item Description 1 Terminal Strip Part No 09987900 For Chiller Remote 2 3 8 in Space Collars Part No 09920584 3 Remote Cable Part No N0770175 4 Coolant Out Part No N0770...

Страница 101: ...lift the cap off 2 Fill the reservoir with the coolant fluid Part No N0776099 The chiller reservoir has a capacity of 4 2 liters 1 1 US gallons 3 Keep some coolant fluid beside the unit and proceed t...

Страница 102: ...tarting Up the PolyScience Chiller Check the following before starting up the PolyScience WhisperCoolTM Chiller All plumbing connections are tight The chiller reservoir is full The chiller power cord...

Страница 103: ...connector Note Extending IEEE cables by making tandem connections will compromise instrument communication The Optima 8000 is equipped with an IEC 309 250 V 16 20A 2 pole plus protective earth plug P...

Страница 104: ...nstallation 105 Caution Risk of damage to the instrument Make sure that signals from accessories connected to the instrument connector do not exceed Vmax 30 V AC Imax 0 5 A AC Vmax 30 V DC Imax 2 A DC...

Страница 105: ...Installation 106 Figure 4 5 System component connections Item Description 1 Power Cord 2 Instrument to 200 240 VAC 16 AMP Europe 20 AMP US IEC 309 Outlet 3 Computer 5 7 8 6 4 1 2...

Страница 106: ...orch coupler make sure that the markings visible on the outside of the torch coupler are facing up the two locking lugs on the inside of the torch coupler are in an east west position and the guide pi...

Страница 107: ...and continue an additional 2 mm from where you want to go For example to set at 3 loosen the locking thumbscrew nut but do not unthread and move the torch clockwise to the 1 position Then go back to...

Страница 108: ...through the torch mount Item Description 1 End View of Torch Coupler Spray Chamber removed 2 Align markings as shown before engagement procedure shown below 3 Torch Coupler 4 5 Locking Lugs 6 Guide P...

Страница 109: ...rch box Also make sure that the inner glass tube in the torch is positioned 1 5 mm from the last turn of the plasma induction plates Figure 4 7 Installing the torch into the sample compartment Item De...

Страница 110: ...ng the Nebulizer NEB Tubing 1 Connect one end of the nebulizer NEB tubing to the nebulizer end cap and the other end to the quick disconnect 2 For more detailed instructions on connecting the tubing s...

Страница 111: ...112 Figure 4 8 Nebulizer NEB connections to torch and nebulizer end cap Item Description 1 Nebulizer NEB Argon Tubing Detail 2 Quick Disconnect Detail 3 Left Side of Instrument 4 Quick Disconnect 1 2...

Страница 112: ...you are using This can be done during the software installation or in the ICP WinLab software by selecting the Configure Autosampler command from the System menu See the S10 Autosampler User s Guide P...

Страница 113: ...adjacent to the spectrometer or on top of the spectrometer When used alone the autosampler is connected directly to the nebulizer s sample tube Since the length of the sample tube has an influence on...

Страница 114: ...e 4 10 Electrical connection for the S10 autosampler to the Optima spec trometer Item Description 1 Instrument 2 Serial Communication Cable Part No 09290259 3 Autosampler 4 Com 1 5 Power 6 Plug In Pow...

Страница 115: ...put of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Plug the power cord into the power supply then plug the other end of the power cord into the power source 5 Connect the spectrometer and other components in the system to t...

Страница 116: ...gure This is not the final position for the sampling probe The probe can be adjusted when the rinsing port has been set up See the following procedure Adjusting the Sampling Probe Height on page 119 C...

Страница 117: ...to the acids alkalis and organic solvents normally used in atomic spectroscopy If your samples contain an organic solvent that attacks this polymer a PTFE lined stainless steel sampling probe is offe...

Страница 118: ...lowing selections 4 Select Analysis AutoSampler Go to Wash 5 Carefully push the sampling probe down until it bottoms in the rinsing port Then pull the sampling probe up by about 15mm as shown in the f...

Страница 119: ...the sampling probe For detailed information on adjusting the sample probe height and connecting the sample tube between the sample probe and the spectrometer s sample input system see the S10 Autosamp...

Страница 120: ...e Tools menu click on Plasma Control and ignite the plasma Allow the torch to warm up for half an hour before you start the alignment 6 Prepare a solution containing 1 ppm manganese 7 In the Tools men...

Страница 121: ...al steps In the Results window a report is generated that gives the intensities found at each position The system changes the Torch Viewing Position to the position that gives the highest intensity In...

Страница 122: ...settings are general recommendations For more information on the parameters refer to the WinLab32 Software Guide on the WinLab CD The following parameters are set in the method We recommend you use A...

Страница 123: ...1500 watts 1500 watts Nebulizer Flow for Cross Flow Nebulizer 0 6 L min 0 4 0 5 L min Auxiliary Flow 0 2 L min 1 0 1 5 L min Plasma Flow 15 L min 15 L min Sample Flow Rate 1 5 to 2 5 mL min 3 0 mL mi...

Страница 124: ...forming For optimal running conditions use the TubingSaver feature where the pump tubing is flushed out at the end of the day with deionized water at the fast pump speed Make sure that the spray chamb...

Страница 125: ...ing and validating our products to ensure you receive guaranteed compatibility and performance on time every time for every instrument in your laboratory Table 4 1 Shipping Kit Part No N0780010 Part N...

Страница 126: ...ent Assembly 1 N0780433 Spares Kit 1 N0800439 Window and O Ring DV Spares Kit 1 N0780607 Torch Assembly ADJ Cyclonic Conc For FP 1 Table 4 3 Installation Kit Part No N0770432 Part No Description Quant...

Страница 127: ...9908585 PVC Pump Tubing 1 14mm ID Red Red Drain Tubing 1 09908587 PVC Pump Tubing 0 76mm ID Black Black Sample Tubing 1 09909390 AA Newsletter Subscription Form 1 09920186 Barb Fitting Coupler 3 32 Tu...

Страница 128: ...4 Alumina Injector 2 0 mm ID 141mm LG 1 N0775220 Air Filter for RF Generator 1 N0781097 Copper Foil for Dual View Torch Glassware 1 Table 4 5 Spares Available for the Optima 8000 Part No Description D...

Страница 129: ...ID Red Red Drain tub ing 00473552 Silicone Pump Tubing 0 76mm ID Black Black Sample tub ing N0691595 Silicone Pump Tubing 1 14mm ID Red Red Drain tubing N0773115 Viton Pump Tubing 1 14mm ID Red Red D...

Страница 130: ...ds N0681574 MEINHARD Nebulizer Type K Reduced flow and organics N0775330 PEEK Mira Mist Nebulizer N0775345 SeaSpray Nebulizer 0 7 L min Ar flow rate 2 mL min up take rate N0775346 MicroMist Nebulizer...

Страница 131: ...ueous Solutions N0770608 External Spray Chamber Mount for use with high volatility organic solutions N0776052 Unbaffled Cyclonic Spray Chamber for aqueous solutions N0776090 Narrow Baffled 4mm baffle...

Страница 132: ...41mm LG N0775228 Alumina Injector 1 2mm ID 141mm LG N0776093 Alumina Injector 1 2mm ID entire length 141mm LG N0775227 Alumina Injector 0 8mm ID 141mm LG N0775014 Quartz Injector 2 0mm ID 141mm LG N07...

Страница 133: ...65 Polyethylene Tubing Sample Capillary 09985708 PTFE Tubing 0 031 x 0 016 09985723 1 8 in OD Teflon Tubing 09985730 PVC Tubing 0 031 ID 10 FT 09985735 Solvent Flex Tubing 0 11 ID Torch Assembly and R...

Страница 134: ...rch Periscope Purge System Parts 09921036 O Ring for Dual View Radial Purge Tube 09921062 O Ring for Dual View Axial Purge Window 09921057 Purge Outlet O Ring N0690672 Radial Purge Tube 09992731 Axial...

Страница 135: ...tor Support Adapter N0770439 Spares Kit Dual View Attachment Optima 8000 Miscellaneous 09401056 PCB PCI GPIB N0690360 Peristaltic Pump Head Assembly with Stainless Steel Rollers N0770434 Fresh Air Inl...

Страница 136: ...Maintenance 5...

Страница 137: ...cks The following maintenance procedures should be done on a daily basis Make sure to inspect and replace any hoses which show signs of wear because their failure could cause a hazard Daily Cleaning A...

Страница 138: ...used is typically compressed air however nitrogen may also be used Make sure that an adequate supply of shear gas is available and connected to the system Check that the supply has sufficient pressure...

Страница 139: ...screen select a checkmark in the Enable TubingSaver box Always remove the sample capillary or the autosampler probe from the solution it is in when you are finished using the pump Otherwise the solut...

Страница 140: ...oss the plasma induction plates Inspect the plasma induction plates for any deformations or carbon buildup Contact your PerkinElmer Service Representative to replace the plasma induction plates if the...

Страница 141: ...ons and replace if necessary General System Maintenance Air filters clean or replace the spectrometer and generator air filters as necessary Chiller Flush out the chiller every 6 months Fill the chill...

Страница 142: ...lent Correction BEC test and Coefficient of Variation CV test These tests are described in Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Cleaning the Sample Introduction System See the following table for the recommended...

Страница 143: ...sh your nebulizer in acid or solvents to prevent salt build up DO NOT use surfactants as they will destroy the surface tension at the tip and performance The tip is very easily damaged and should NEVE...

Страница 144: ...orch assembly is comprised of a quartz torch with an inner quartz tube injector and adapter for securing the injector into an inlet in the spray chamber The injector supplied is an alumina injector wi...

Страница 145: ...ction plates It should not show any signs of deforming or pitting If your lab has high humidity check the plasma induction plates to make sure it is dry Use a soft dry cloth to dry the plasma inductio...

Страница 146: ...he quick disconnect 5 Pull open the clamp that holds the spray chamber in place The action of opening the clamp will partially push the spray chamber out 6 Firmly hold onto the spray chamber and lift...

Страница 147: ...Maintenance 149 Figure 5 2 Removing the spray chamber assembly Item Description 1 Left Side of Instrument 2 Front of Instrument 3 Drain Tubing 4 Spray Chamber 1 2 5 4 3 6 9 7 8...

Страница 148: ...ass through the torch coupler channels and out The torch is mounted on an assembly that slides out Carefully slide the torch out of the plasma induction plates The torch coupler and torch are now sepa...

Страница 149: ...amber mounting block which will disconnect it from the injector adaptor 6 Press in the injector lock on the torch coupler and remove the injector See Figure 5 2 for a view of the injector lock Inspect...

Страница 150: ...for more information 8 Inspect the O rings on the torch mounting shaft for cracks and wear see Figure 5 4 If the O rings need to be removed carefully remove them using a small paper clip with a hook...

Страница 151: ...ts After prolonged use a torch may lose its transparency and become crystalline In this condition called devitrification the torch is very fragile You should not attempt to clean a devitrified torch b...

Страница 152: ...njector Place the torch or injector in a muffle furnace at 500 C to 550 C for several hours After cleaning the torch dry it thoroughly using clean air or nitrogen No moisture should be present O rings...

Страница 153: ...e guide pin on the torch coupler Firmly tighten the knurled nut See the following figure Figure 5 5 Replacing the torch Item Description 1 Torch Glass Part No N0780131 2 Copper Foil Part No N0781097 3...

Страница 154: ...oning tool can be inserted into the torch holder to loosen or remove the injector seal nut Part No N0776036 if needed Also if the injector is stuck in the torch holder due to a damaged O ring the Inje...

Страница 155: ...ng tool to remove O rings Note For a complete set of spare Injector Adapter O rings order Kit Part No N0770438 Item Description 1 Injector Positioning Tool 2 Use this end to remove Injector Seal Nut 3...

Страница 156: ...Maintenance 158 Figure 5 7 Inserting the injector Item Description 1 Torch Coupler 2 Spray Chamber Clamp Part No N0776031 3 Injector Part No N0781014 2 1 10 9 3 8 14 12 11 13 15 17 18 19 16 7 6 4 5...

Страница 157: ...in in the torch coupler engage the channels in the torch mount Rotate the torch coupler completely clockwise until it cannot be rotated any further See the following figure 4 O Rings Part No 09921028...

Страница 158: ...e torch set in the 3 position turn clockwise to 5 position and then return the torch coupler to 3 position Then lock the torch coupler to set the hard stop for the 3 position If in the future you remo...

Страница 159: ...e torch assembly to the mount Item Description 1 End View of the Torch Coupler Spray chamber removed 2 Align markings as shown before starting engagement procedure shown next 3 Torch Coupler 4 Locking...

Страница 160: ...nter is in close proximity to the end of the torch glass but not inside the torch glass If needed gently push the Ground Pointer slightly towards the rear of the torch box See the following figure The...

Страница 161: ...tly below the inner glass tube of the torch If the injector tube is not seated properly an air leak could occur or sample could drip into the torch Item Description 1 Front of Instrument Torch Compart...

Страница 162: ...lock 4 Make sure that the sample capillary tubing is in good condition Replace the tubing if necessary Connect the sample capillary tubing to the nebulizer sample inlet 5 Attach the drain tubing assem...

Страница 163: ...Maintenance 165 Figure 5 10 Nebulizer NEB connections to torch and nebulizer end cap Item Description 1 Nebulizer NEB Argon Tubing 2 Quick Disconnect Detail 3 Instrument Left Side 1 2 3 4 5 8 6 7...

Страница 164: ...tes The plasma induction plates may need to be replaced occasionally as a result of overheating pitting or arcing Contact your Perkin Elmer Service Representative to replace the plasma induction plate...

Страница 165: ...c Spray Chamber Meinhard Type C Nebulizer N0770609 Stand for Dual View Torch Assembly N0775014 Quartz Injector 2 0 mm ID 141 mm LG N0781014 Alumina Injector 2 0 mm ID 141 mm LG standard injector N0775...

Страница 166: ...ws Normally you should remove the axial window before you remove the radial window This releases the pressure in the spectrometer and helps avoid objects or contamination falling into the radial snout...

Страница 167: ...in position and move the assembly carefully to one side See the following figure Figure 5 11 Purge Window 3 Carefully unscrew the axial window mount Item Description 1 Torch 2 Axial Window to Purge Ex...

Страница 168: ...them and install new ones Replacing the Radial Window Note Do not rub the surfaces of the windows before you have cleaned them as described below The more you rub the surface of the windows the more c...

Страница 169: ...ugh the O ring right to the base of the mount The closed end must be at the top 4 Screw the radial window retaining ring onto the mount handtighten firmly Do not overtighten Hold the radial window wit...

Страница 170: ...ow in the mount 2 Install the O ring that holds the window in the mount 3 Check the purge outlet O ring If it is damaged install a new one 4 Screw the axial window mount onto the axial snout handtight...

Страница 171: ...al window Item Description 1 Axial Snout 2 Radial Window Part No N0690672 3 O Ring Part No 09921036 4 Radial Window Mount 5 Axial Window Part No 09992731 6 Axial Window O Ring Part No 09921062 7 Purge...

Страница 172: ...ews 2 Reinstall the torch assembly see the section Replacing the Torch on page 154 earlier in this chapter 3 Align the torch and perform an axial and radial alignment refer to chapter 4 Installation C...

Страница 173: ...move the nozzle for example for samples containing organics or salts set the nozzle slit 4 mm in front of the front edge of the axial window mount 1 Loosen the two Pozi Drive Head screws that hold the...

Страница 174: ...cid bath Removing the Spray Chamber Refer to the instructions for your instrument provided earlier in this chapter Removing the End Cap from the Spray Chamber 1 Loosen but do not remove the two knurle...

Страница 175: ...us solutions the spray chamber should be cleaned in an acid bath An ultrasonic bath may be used Start with a solution of 5 nitric acid or aqua regia and if deposits persist increase the acid concentra...

Страница 176: ...The cyclonic spray chamber may be used with the concentric glass low flow GemCone and high flow GemCone nebulizers Three cyclonic spray chamber options are available You can use a large baffled 8 mm...

Страница 177: ...y chamber cap Insert the cyclonic spray chamber into the cyclonic spray chamber cap Slide the cap closed See the following figure Note The large baffled 8 mm and unbaffled cyclonic spray chamber can b...

Страница 178: ...Maintenance 180 Figure 5 15 Installing the cyclonic spray chamber into the cyclonic spray chamber cap Item Description 1 Cyclonic Spray Chamber 1 2 3 4...

Страница 179: ...o allow the spray to flow away from the nebulizer This angle will remain locked even if you later remove the cyclonic spray chamber from the instrument Future installations will not require any readju...

Страница 180: ...Maintenance 182 Figure 5 16 Installing the cyclonic spray chamber Item Description 1 Torch Coupler 2 Cyclonic Spray Chamber 3 Tygon Tubing Part No 02506516 4 Tubing Coupler Part No 09920186 1 2 3 4...

Страница 181: ...cyclonic spray chamber in determinations of silicon this procedure should not be used 1 Prepare a 0 5 solution of hydrofluoric acid HF observing the precautions listed below 2 Ignite the plasma 3 Aspi...

Страница 182: ...p solution O rings may be cleaned with soap and water An ultrasonic bath may be used Replace O rings if they are cracked or worn Caution Do not use solvents that will attack quartz or glass The cyclon...

Страница 183: ...you should also check that the argon gas fitting is properly tightened If a space collar is used tighten the fitting with a wrench until you can no longer turn the knurled space collar If a space col...

Страница 184: ...Ring for Nebulizer Seal on End Cap 09902033 O Ring for Cross Flow Nebulizer End Cap N0680504 End Cap for GemCone Nebulizers N0681574 MEINHARD Nebulizer Type K Reduced flow and organ ics N0690670 High...

Страница 185: ...e s horizontal alignment function Also try flushing out the nebulizer by aspirating for several minutes using either a 1 acid solution if you have been analyzing aqueous solutions or a solvent if you...

Страница 186: ...s in the nebulizer end cap Support the spray chamber with one hand as you twist the end cap and end cap ring together off the spray chamber When checking the spray pattern of the nebulizer pump only u...

Страница 187: ...tubing connected Then refer to the next procedure Checking the Spray Pattern Once you have thoroughly flushed out the nebulizer with deionized water and removed the nebulizer end cap you can follow th...

Страница 188: ...ment of the nebulizer end cap assembly may be necessary if the GemTips are not seated properly inside the cap see the next figure or if the end cap does not fit properly on the spray chamber Disassemb...

Страница 189: ...Nebulizer shown with Cross Flow End Cap N0770546 To begin disassembling the nebulizer 1 If you have not already done so remove the nebulizer end cap assembly from the spray chamber Item Description 1...

Страница 190: ...emove the nut along with the tubing piece and ferrule See the next figure 2 Using your fingers push the sample tip out from the inside of the end cap being careful not to damage it Do not use any meta...

Страница 191: ...mTip for sample inlet and associated parts for Cross Flow End Cap N0770546 Item Description 1 O Ring Part No 09921045 2 Clear GemTip Nebulizer Sample Inlet Available in GemTip Kit Part No N0690676 3 F...

Страница 192: ...e tubing with the ferrule oriented as shown in the figure below Figure 5 20 Installing new tubing for the sample inlet Cross Flow End Cap N0770546 6 To reassemble the nebulizer make sure that the O ri...

Страница 193: ...an angle Insert the sample capillary tubing into the tubing piece Removing the Argon Tip from the End Cap N0770546 1 Loosen the nut on the argon inlet Remove the nut along with the tubing and ferrule...

Страница 194: ...e sure that the O ring is completely seated on the base of the argon tip then insert the argon tip into the argon inlet Item Description 1 End Cap O Ring par No 09902033 2 O Ring Part No 09921045 3 Re...

Страница 195: ...No 09920515 on the newly cut end of the tubing with the ferrule oriented as shown in the figure below Figure 5 22 Installing new tubing for the argon inlet Cross Flow End Cap N0770546 7 With the tubi...

Страница 196: ...re Replacing the Nebulizer Argon Tubing Cross Flow End Cap N0770546 If you replace the argon tubing with new tubing you will need to replace the Swagelok nut as follows See the previous figure 1 Using...

Страница 197: ...e 199 Figure 5 23 Connecting the nebulizer argon tubing Cross Flow End Cap Part No N0770546 Item Description 1 Instrument Left Side 2 1 8 inch O D Tubing Part No 09985723 3 Nut Part No 09920545 1 4 2...

Страница 198: ...ee Checking the Spray Pattern on page 189 To replace the end cap 1 Moisten the O ring to make replacing the end cap easier Make sure that the two knurled screws that hold the end cap and the ring toge...

Страница 199: ...lutions containing high levels of solids You do this by pumping deionized water for several minutes to wash out any solid material that may have crystallized on the inside surface of the nebulizer If...

Страница 200: ...snugly against the end cap 3 Before inserting the GemCone nebulizer into the cap connect the argon gas fitting to the threads on the nebulizer where shown in the next figure First tighten the gas fitt...

Страница 201: ...er to a Scott type spray chamber Item Description 1 End Cap Assembly Part No N0680504 2 Knurled Nut 2 Part No 00473539 3 Nut 4 Capillary Tubing Part No 09908265 5 GemCone Nebulizer Assembly 6 Argon Ga...

Страница 202: ...t the nebulizer with a back up wrench when tightening or loosening fittings Do not overtighten the fitting as this may cause leaking and poor ICP performance 2 Connect the capillary tubing to the nebu...

Страница 203: ...ic spray chamber Item Description 1 Torch Coupler 2 Cyclonic Spray Chamber 3 Tubing Assembly for the GemCone Nebulizer Part No 0770336 4 Argon Gas Fitting 5 GemCone Nebulizer Assembly 6 Teflon Tubing...

Страница 204: ...ly using deionized water 6 Dry the gas passages of the conespray nebulizer by connecting the argon gas fitting and turning on the argon flow to 1 L min Allow the argon flow to dry the internal passage...

Страница 205: ...ry tubing Part No 09908265 inside this short piece of peristaltic pump tubing 3 Connect the supplied Tygon tubing Part No 02506515 to the argon inlet of the nebulizer Secure this tubing to the nebuliz...

Страница 206: ...he end cap See the next figure 6 Tighten the nut on the end cap so that it is finger tight 4 2 54 cm or 1 inch 5 Clamp 6 Argon Line Note Alternative fittings for connecting sample tubing to the concen...

Страница 207: ...RD Concentric Glass nebulizer see Maintenance Tips for Users of the MEINHARD Concentric Glass Nebulizer PerkinElmer Part No 099936334 which is also available upon request from J E Meinhard Associates...

Страница 208: ...ure 5 28 Cleaning Strategy for the MEINHARD Nebulizer Reprinted with the permission of JE Meinhard Assoc Inc Caution When cleaning the concentric glass nebulizer do not use ultrasonic cleaning This ca...

Страница 209: ...ct operating procedures call an experienced operator Burgener Mira Mist Nebulizers require 45 55 psi to have a 1 liter per minute of Argon gas flow so the operating pressures are in the range of 25 45...

Страница 210: ...ulizer Try to select a pump tubing size that allows running the pump at a higher speed If you use the standard black black tubing you may need to use a higher pump rate for example 1 5 mL min So for l...

Страница 211: ...ing both the sample and drain tubing should be replaced at the same time since uneven wear can cause the spray chamber to back up The following table gives part numbers for pump tubing for the sample...

Страница 212: ...ltic pump is used to pump sample into the nebulizer and pump the waste out of the spray chamber Figure 5 29 Tubing installed on pump for sample and drain side view Item Description 1 From Spray Chambe...

Страница 213: ...ical precision will be improved Grasp the tubing with one clip in each hand and stretch the tubing gently a few times 3 Install the pump tubing on an open channel of the pump To do this carefully stre...

Страница 214: ...Maintenance 216 Figure 5 30 Peristaltic pump tubing installed with cover in place Item Description 1 Cover Door 2 Spray Chamber 3 Lip 4 Peristaltic Pump Tubing 1 2 3 4...

Страница 215: ...figure 5 Insert the beveled end of the sample capillary tubing into one end of the pump tubing Lead the capillary tubing to the sample bottle Figure 5 31 Tubing assembly for sample Caution Make sure t...

Страница 216: ...67 into the coupler and adapter 2 Attach the Solvent Flex PVC tubing Part No 09985735 to the barbed fitting Attach the other end of the Solvent Flex PVC tubing to the tubing coupler Part No 09920186 3...

Страница 217: ...tubing to the peristaltic pump Drain tubing with 1 mm i d 0 04 in can also be used by following these steps 1 Attach a small piece of 1 5 mm 0 06 in i d PVC tubing Part No 09985729 to the barbed fitt...

Страница 218: ...Maintenance 220 Figure 5 32 Drain tubing assembly Item Description 1 Barbed Fitting Par t No 09920267 2 Adapter Part No N0695414 3 Sleeve Part No N0695415 4 Spray Chamber 9 4 7 8 5 6 3 2 1...

Страница 219: ...re you install the tubing on the pump so that the waste liquid is pumped out of the spray chamber See Figure 5 33 If the tubing is installed in the wrong direction the spray chamber will flood 4 For t...

Страница 220: ...the end of the SAMPLE OUT side of the sample tubing 6 Tighten the adjustment screw until you see a smooth flow of bubbles about 1 2 to 1 turn more on the peristaltic pump 7 Turn off the pump The tensi...

Страница 221: ...pump The tension is now correctly set Cleaning the Pump Periodically inspect the pump rollers to make sure they are clean and move freely Clean the exterior of the pump with a cloth moistened with wa...

Страница 222: ...n the shaft The pump head must click in this slot for a proper fit Replace the washer and tighten the screw Drain One drain is used on the Optima 8000 This pumped drain leads from the spray chamber To...

Страница 223: ...intenance 225 Figure 5 33 Tubing connections to the drain bottle Item Description 1 Sample Compartment 2 Spray Chamber 3 PVC Tubing 1 5 mm i d Part No 09985735 4 Coupler Part No 09920186 1 2 8 6 5 3 4...

Страница 224: ...ng the RF Generator Air Filter Two generator air filters are provided with the instrument Refer to Figure 5 34 1 Remove the filter from the back of the instrument 2 Clean or replace the filter The fil...

Страница 225: ...ull off the plastic grid on the ventilator 3 Remove the filter and insert a new one Part No 09995098 4 Carefully push the plastic grid onto the ventilator Figure 5 34 Location of the air filters on th...

Страница 226: ...Carefully slide a new neon lamp assembly Part No B0810144 onto the tub using the metal plates on the tub as guides Tighten the large screw securely 5 Replace the access panel and secure it with the s...

Страница 227: ...intenance 229 Figure 5 35 Location of the filter on the chiller Fuses Fuses may only be replaced by a PerkinElmer service engineer Item Description 1 Chiller 2 Water Filter remove in this direction 1...

Страница 228: ...ument in your laboratory The following replacement parts are required for general system maintenance For other replacement parts refer to the appropriate sections earlier in this chapter Table 5 10 Fi...

Страница 229: ...r Assembly with R250 Regulator N9306067 Replacement Filter Element for Air Dryer Filter Assem bly Table 5 12 Miscellaneous Part No Description 09920044 Clamp for RF Generator Exhaust Hose N0770351 Dri...

Страница 230: ...ither the Baffled or Unbaffled Cyclonic Spray Chamber N0772005 Quartz Torch 3 Slot N0776014 Washer for the Injector Adapter N0776025 Nut for the Injector Adapter N0776090 Narrow Baffled 4mm baffle Cyc...

Страница 231: ...ck Black Sample tubing 00473552 Silicone Pump Tubing 0 76mm ID Black Black Sample tub ing 02506241 Micro Line Tube 0 125 x 0 0625 02506516 Tygon Tubing 1 4 in OD x 1 8 in ID 02506532 Organic Drain Tub...

Страница 232: ...mm ID Black Black Sample tubing 09909390 AA Newsletter Subscription Form 09920044 Clamp for RF Generator Exhaust Hose 09920044 Clamp for RF Generator Exhaust Hose 09920125 Space Collar for 1 4 in Swag...

Страница 233: ...09936877 Hardware Guide Optima 8000 09936889 Unpacking Instructions Optima 8000 09985708 PTFE Tubing 0 031 x 0 016 09985723 1 8 in OD Teflon Tubing 09985729 PVC Tubing 1 5mm ID 09985730 PVC Tubing 0...

Страница 234: ...Nebulizer N0690672 Radial Purge Tube N0690676 GemTip Kit for Cross Flow II Nebulizer N0690770 Dry Aerosol Adapter N0691595 Silicone Pump Tubing 1 14mm ID Red Red Drain tubing N0691709 CETAC U 6000AT...

Страница 235: ...ebulizer Compartment N0770357 Ryton Double Pass Scott Type Spray Chamber N0770358 Low Flow GemCone Nebulizer N0770425 Receptacle AC Power 250 Volt N0770432 Installation Kit N0770433 Spares Kit N077043...

Страница 236: ...ct Tubing Assembly for Concentric Nebulizer N0770612 Wide Baffled 8mm baffle Cyclonic Spray Chamber with Cap N0770614 Cap for either the Baffled or Unbaffled Cyclonic Spray Cham ber N0772005 Quartz To...

Страница 237: ...ID 141mm LG N0775226 Quartz Injector 1 2mm ID 141mm LG N0775227 Alumina Injector 0 8mm ID 141mm LG N0775228 Alumina Injector 1 2mm ID 141mm LG N0775247 Sapphire Injector 2 0mm ID 141mm LG N0781097 Cop...

Страница 238: ...er for Injector Adapter N0776025 Nut for Injector Adapter N0776027 Knurled Nut for Torch Glassware N0776036 Injector Seal Nut N0776052 Unbaffled Cyclonic Spray Chamber for aqueous solutions N0776053 W...

Страница 239: ...inElmer using the part numbers quoted in the guides provided with the instrument See our website http perkinelmer com Part No Description N0780200 Optima 8000 Instrument N0780606 Dual View Torch Modul...

Страница 240: ...supplies and many replacement parts request a free catalog or ask for information If you are located within the U S call toll free 1 800 762 4002 8 a m to 8 p m EST Your order will be shipped promptl...

Страница 241: ...Troubleshooting 6...

Страница 242: ...llowing table to guide you to the appropriate section or manual Problem Refer to section You are not getting the desired results Optimizing and Verifying Performance in the WinLab32 Software Guide on...

Страница 243: ...t plasma viewing height nebulizer gas flow rate and incident RF power Refer to the Winlab32 Software Guide on the WinLab CD for details Precision Test This test indicates the Relative Standard Deviati...

Страница 244: ...ed to the nebulizer Make sure that the pump lever is engaged and that the pump tubes are connected appropriately Check that the drain is being pumped properly You should see a segmented flow of bubble...

Страница 245: ...rlier in this chapter Pump and Pump Tubing Is the tubing overstretched or does it have flat spots leaks or discoloration Install new tubing stretching it gently beforehand If using organics special tu...

Страница 246: ...r replace the GemTips See GemTip Cross Flow Nebulizer on page 187 Are there deposits inside the end cap or spray chamber Clean out deposits See Replacing the Torch on page 154 Torch Assembly Are the t...

Страница 247: ...If the UV performance does not improve replace the purge windows Do not touch the window If oils from the skin are deposited on the window this can cause inaccurate results A 10 solution of hydrofluor...

Страница 248: ...Add 0 05 surfactant to your samples standards and blanks Try running other samples with normal characteristics to determine if the sample matrix is really the problem The standard and blank may need...

Страница 249: ...he Torch Viewing Position on page 121 RF power nebulizer argon flow and or plasma viewing height may need adjustment Adjust as necessary Also check that you are using the recommended settings for your...

Страница 250: ...ly aspirate a blank between standards Is background correction being used Check the placement of background correction points Refer to the Winlab32 Software Guide on the WinLab CD for details Are you...

Страница 251: ...egration Refer to the Winlab32 Software Guide on the WinLab CD for details Cannot get suggested detection limits continued The standard may have too high a concentration Dilute the standard to approxi...

Страница 252: ...r fittings may be damaged If the plasma will not light check the plasma induction plates Check the plasma induction plates for condensation particularly in labs with high humidity Dry the plasma induc...

Страница 253: ...le introduction system with argon for several minutes Spray Chamber Remove the spray chamber and cap the injector Now try to light the plasma If the plasma now lights and is stable the ignition proble...

Страница 254: ...may not be installed or selected in Windows Check the printer drivers in Windows For more information see the WinLab32 Software Installation and Administration Guide on the WinLab CD The printer may...

Страница 255: ...id is not flowing freely The tension on the pump tubing is too high or low Tubing may not be installed correctly in the channel Tubing may be worn Use the adjustment screw to adjust the tension See Ad...

Страница 256: ...s may have been disconnected or the autosampler may have been turned off Check the power cable and the cable connecting the autosampler to the computer Make sure the power is on The DIP switches may b...

Страница 257: ...bleshooting Form General Instrument Serial Number Site Date Sample Introduction Configuration Nebulizer Type CROSS FLOW LF GEMCONE MEINHARD Spray Chamber Type SCOTT CYCLONIC BAFFLED CYCLONIC Injector...

Страница 258: ...l min Nebulizer Gas Flow l min Sample Uptake Rate ml min Sample Compartment Heater C Torch Position mm Distance between Injector tip and Aux Tube mm Instrument Environment Lab Temperature C C Vent Di...

Страница 259: ...ide of glasswareYes No Fiber Optic located over glassware and is not melted or recessed Yes No Torch position appropriate for sample type Yes No Aqueous 3 Organics 3 High Solids 1 Injector O Rings not...

Страница 260: ...g of operation Plasma went out with Warm Wet Plasma neb on pump on heat on Yes No Plasma went out with Cold Wet Plasma neb on pump on no heat Yes No Plasma went out with Dry Plasma neb on no pump Yes...

Страница 261: ...Troubleshooting 264 Figure 6 2 Normal Plasma at 3mm position Figure 6 3 Rounded Plasma due to sample or air getting around the outside typ ically subtle air leak...

Страница 262: ...Troubleshooting 265 Figure 6 4 Aux Gas too high Air Leak or Spray Chamber Temperature too high Figure 6 5 Injector too far forward Figure 6 6 No Aux Gas Torch may be glowing...

Страница 263: ...Troubleshooting 266 Figure 6 7 Air Leak or Spray Chamber Temperature too high Figure 6 8 Thin Plasma due to leak in Plasma Gas Line...

Страница 264: ...Error Messages 7...

Страница 265: ...he actual Vds voltage The following messages are listed numerically by error code Note For every error message reported four pieces of information are given the error code the error value the time the...

Страница 266: ...level 2 window The drain to source current across the power FET transistor 1 is out of the level 2 Tolerance window Observe the plasma discharge during ignition through the viewing window if the plas...

Страница 267: ...than the maximum allowable current Contact PerkinElmer Service 10 Ids 2 higher than ids maximum The drain to source current across the power FET transistor 2 is higher than the maximum allowable curre...

Страница 268: ...ed Attempted ignition sequence with the Emergency Off Switch pressed Reset the Emergency Off Switch to correct this error message If resetting the Emergency Off Switch does not clear the error message...

Страница 269: ...d Examine the nebulizer tips for blockage Check the argon lines from Pneumatics board for crimping If this does not correct the problem contact PerkinElmer Service 23 Failed to maintain AUX flow The i...

Страница 270: ...shutdown Check the Optics Interlock See Plasma Ignition and Stability Problems on page 255for more information If this does not correct the problem contact PerkinElmer Service 30 Not used 31 Neb Pres...

Страница 271: ...6 Shear gas still flowing May indicate hardware failure Check the operation of the shear gas soleinoid on the Pneumatics PC board 37 Interlocks set The interlocks are not satisfied Check that the torc...

Страница 272: ...asma Ignition and Stability Problems on page 255for more information If this does not correct the problem contact PerkinElmer Service 43 Ids 1 not 0 Drain to source current across the power FET transi...

Страница 273: ...If this does not solve the problem contact PerkinElmer Service 48 Plasma flow 10 while plasma lit Flow control setting is below 10 L m The ignite flow must be at least 10 L m See Error Message 46 49 F...

Страница 274: ...ndicates that an error occurred earlier and may need to be investigated 56 Lifetime log checksum error The Lifetime log has been corrupted Data is lost 57 Manufac turing log checksum error The Manufac...

Страница 275: ...ignite command for the plasma flow are invalid Contact PerkinElmer Service 65 Learn AUX failed range checking There is a fault in the pneumatics system Contact PerkinElmer Service 66 Learn Plasma fail...

Страница 276: ...w 60 psi 413 kPa Check the sample introduction system for leaks and blockage and correct Check that all the fittings are tight and check if the nebulizer spray pattern is correct If the problem persis...

Страница 277: ...oblems with 259 Axial Window replacing 172 C Capillary Tubing inspecting 248 Chemical Reagents 39 Chiller connecting 97 connections at back of instrument 99 coolant recommended 102 daily checks 140 el...

Страница 278: ...ers 230 replacement parts 230 water 228 Fitting the Sampling Probe 117 Fuses maintenance 229 Fusion Mixtures 44 G Gas Cylinders handling 37 identification 36 storing 37 Gas Supply replacement parts 23...

Страница 279: ...r 178 cyclonic spray chamber cleaning 184 cyclonic spray chamber etching 183 cyclonic spray chamber installing 178 daily checks 139 end cap removing 176 end cap replacing 200 fuses 229 GemCone nebuliz...

Страница 280: ...ment parts 186 tubing connecting 164 Nebulizer End Cap checking 256 Nebulizer Heater 79 Nebulizer Tubing connecting 111 Neon Lamp changing 228 Nitrogen Purge Rate 82 Nitrogen Supply connecting instruc...

Страница 281: ...or laboratory requirements 59 Replacement Parts peristaltic pump 224 purge windows 174 torch module 166 Replacement parts by part number 233 RF Control Electronics 75 RF Generator 73 RF Power 81 RF Ra...

Страница 282: ...argon flow controls 87 ICP system 86 sample introduction system 87 spectrometer 88 Spectrometer air filter changing 227 CCD 69 description 65 detector 69 monochromator 67 transfer optics 67 wavelengt...

Страница 283: ...rformance problems 248 performance problems table 251 plasma ignition problems 255 plasma stability problems 255 printing problems 257 pump problems 258 U Ultraviolet Radiation safety practices 31 V V...

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