DXF-200 Getting Started Guide
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Chapter 3:
Operating the DXF
Using the DXF
All your DXF experiments will have the following general outline. In some cases, not all of these steps
will be performed. Most of these steps are performed using the instrument control software. The instruc-
tions needed to perform these actions can be found in the online help in the instrument control software;
therefore, they will not all be covered in detail here.
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Preparing the sample
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Selecting the appropriate sample adapter and holder
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Loading the sample and closing the EM
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Evacuating the system and setting the purge gas flow rate
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Creating or choosing the test procedure and entering sample and instrument information through the
instrument control software
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Starting the experiment
To obtain accurate results, follow these procedures carefully.
Before You Begin
Before you set up an experiment, ensure that the DXF system and the controller have been installed prop-
erly. Make sure you have:
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Made all necessary cable connections from the Environmental Module to the DXF
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Connected the instrument with the controller
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Connected the LN2 and gas lines
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Powered up the unit
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Become familiar with controller operations
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Viewed the software’s Demo mode by going to
Setup
>
Select Demo
Mode
