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Use sealed sample holders.
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Do not leave exposed solvent in the sample compartment for longer than necessary.
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Do not leave the solvents near the instrument.
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Be sure that your work space is properly ventilated.
Solvents containing halogenated hydrocarbons:
The pyrolysis of chlorinated solvents, perfluorochlorinated solvents, and other solvents by an
infrared source or by excessive heating caused by laser absorption may produce hydrochloric
acid (HCl), hydrofluoric acid (HF), phosgene (COCl
2
), or other hazardous compounds.
Warning:
Materials such as hydrochloric acid, hydrofluoric acid and phosgene are highly
toxic. If you regularly use solvents containing halogenated hydrocarbons, your work area must
be properly ventilated, and your system must be purged while the solvents are in use.
Damage to your system due to pyrolysis of halogenated hydrocarbons and/or exposure to
other corrosive or caustic agents is not covered by the warranty.
Checking the power supply
Danger:
Your instrument is powered by an external power supply that accepts a variety of
AC power sources and adjusts automatically to maintain a consistent VDC output. To avoid
injury, only a qualified person using the appropriate measuring device should check the line
voltage, current and frequency.
8 Using Your Nicolet iZ10 Module
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